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The latest running and marathon news from India and around the world. FatMarathoner covers race announcements, results, gear launches, training updates, and running industry news — reported by an active marathoner with over a decade of running experience.
Illustrative image. AI-generated for editorial use. If you’ve been holding off on buying the Fitbit Air because you wanted an Indian warranty and a proper local price, this is the update you’ve been waiting for. The Fitbit Air has now appeared as a live listing on Amazon India, ahead of any official launch announcement from … Read more
A packed crowd of 60,000 track fans at the London Stadium just witnessed the rewriting of athletics history. Scottish middle-distance star Josh Kerr did not just break the men’s outdoor one-mile world record at the London Diamond League meeting, he absolutely demolished it. Crossing the line in a staggering 3:42.66, Kerr took nearly half a … Read more
The August 2026 Running Dispatch — FatMarathoner.com FatMarathoner.com | Monthly Running Dispatch The August 2026 Running Dispatch August 1, 2026 Edition 01 Shoes · Watches · Races · India Desk Fall marathon season is now 8 to 10 weeks out and August is where training camps meet supershoe drops. Brooks finally built a carbon racer … Read more
Bangalore Ultra 2026: India’s Oldest Ultra, Now in the Monsoon | FatMarathoner.com 🏃 RACE DAY: SUNDAY 26 JULY 2026 | REGISTRATION CLOSES 17 JULY | GKVK CAMPUS, BANGALORE Race Preview & Complete Guide Bangalore Ultra 2026 India’s oldest ultramarathon. Mud, hills, humidity and 5,000+ runners who are all slightly mad. Here’s everything you need to … Read more
Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon (VDHM) organisers confirmed on July 15 that registration for the 2026 edition will open on Wednesday, 23 July 2026 at 7:00 AM IST on the official Procam website. The announcement, made via the event’s official Facebook page tagged #VDHM2026, ends weeks of anticipation for Delhi’s running community. The post was accompanied … Read more
Image source: Samsung News (Used for editorial purposes) Samsung Galaxy Watch July 2026 Update: What Runners Need to Know SMARTWATCH UPDATE July 14, 2026 Samsung Rolls Out July 2026 Watch Update & Teases Next-Gen AI Health Features A critical maintenance patch lands on the Galaxy Watch 8 series just as Samsung drops official details on … Read more
Last updated: July 2026. All 18 products verified live on Amazon US. Prices and ratings change — check the current listing before buying. ⚡ Quick Answer Marathon training gear splits into three non-negotiables and a handful of upgrades. Get a daily trainer like the Brooks Glycerin GTS 22 ($164.94, 4.6★) for the bulk of your … Read more
2026 RUNNING INSIGHTS Sports Psychology How Top Indian Elites & Age-Groupers Manage Pre-Race Anxiety Proven strategies from the 2026 season that actually work on Indian race courses. Pre-race anxiety affects the majority of runners — from first-timers to elites. In India’s hot, humid, and high-stakes 2026 races, managing your mind has become just as important … Read more
Just In — Tracksmith has entered the max-cushion category with the Eliot Ryder. This new daily trainer brings serious long-run protection while keeping the clean, minimalist look the brand is known for. TL;DR: 45mm stack with innovative drop-in midsole, 9.5 oz weight, stable ride, $220. Designed for long runs and daily training without the usual … Read more
World Athletics just dropped a major announcement that signals a massive shift in how the sport treats its rising stars. Beyond the medals, records and intense track drama at the upcoming World Athletics U20 Championships Oregon 26 (running from August 3 to August 10), the governing body is officially launching the World Athletics Athletes Connect … Read more