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I still remember my early days chasing marathons: overweight, no gym membership, endless Delhi heat, and zero fancy equipment. Gyms felt like a luxury I couldn’t afford—time, money, or motivation-wise. But I finished multiple marathons anyway, and the secret wasn’t complicated machines or heavy weights. It was consistent, smart bodyweight strength work done at home, … Read more

Last updated: 23 May 2026Photo: Tokyo Marathon 2026 / marathon.tokyo — used for editorial purposes 🌏 Asia Marathon Calendar 2026 Over 110 marathons across Asia in 2026 — from India’s Himalayan ultras to Tokyo’s World Major, Bangkok’s night races, and the Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon. Use the filters below to find your next adventure by … Read more

Last updated: 29 May 2026 Your exhaustive guide to Kerala’s vibrant running scene in 2026! From coastal paths and backwaters to hilly trails and tea estates, we’ve compiled all major and recurring events (confirmed + TBA). Sorted chronologically where dates are known. Why Run in Kerala? Kerala offers one of the most diverse and scenic … Read more

Last updated: 18 May 2026 Planning to run in Bangalore? This page lists all upcoming marathons in Bangalore 2026 — from the Wipro Bengaluru Marathon and TCS World 10K to trail ultras, night races and community 5Ks across Karnataka. Dates, registration links and runner tips updated regularly. Write to us at anurag@fatmarathoner.com for adding or … Read more

Tired of your smartwatch dying halfway through a 20 km long run in Delhi’s 40°C heat? Frustrated by GPS that drifts in humid urban canyons or a ₹25,000+ Garmin that feels like overkill for a first marathon? You’re not alone. Thousands of Indian runners face the same pain every training block — short battery, inaccurate … Read more

India’s ultra scene is in full swing right now in 2026. Spring brings high-altitude Himalayan tests, Nilgiri hill challenges, and desert endurance runs, with summer/fall delivering legendary multi-stage ultras and world’s-highest routes. Whether you’re targeting your debut 50K or a multi-day beast, here’s the updated state-by-state ultra calendar (50 km+ distances, March 2026 forward), difficulty … Read more

In India’s brutal 2026 running scene, humid Kerala trails, scorching Greater Noida roads, Mumbai monsoons, max-cushion shoes like Hoka Clifton 10 and Asics Gel-Nimbus 27 are lifesavers for long runs, recovery days, and marathon training. Both deliver plush protection, but they feel worlds apart: Clifton 10 is softer, lighter, more “forget-you’re-running” comfy; Nimbus 27 is … Read more

Greater Noida’s 40°C+ summers (and Kerala’s sticky humidity) turn long runs into sweat-fests, losing 1–2L/hour means dumping sodium (500–1500mg+), potassium, magnesium. Skip electrolytes? Cramps, bonks, early fatigue hit hard. For 2026 marathon prep (TMM, Kochi, Assam races), powders/drinks restore balance fast. Prioritize: High sodium (300–1000mg/serving) for heavy sweaters, low/no excess sugar to avoid GI issues, … Read more

Last updated: 29 May 2026 Planning to run a marathon in Northeast India in 2026? The region offers an extraordinary mix of flat riverside courses along the Brahmaputra in Assam, challenging high-altitude Himalayan runs in Arunachal Pradesh, and misty highland races through Meghalaya’s dramatic gorge country. With cooler weather, lower crowds than metro events, and … Read more

Picture this: Bowling crucial overs, smashing quick runs, and lifting the T20 World Cup trophy — not once, but twice in a row. Hardik Pandya did exactly that, starring in India’s 2024 triumph and then defending the title in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup (co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, with the final … Read more