Fat Marathoner – Marathon Calendar India 2026, Running Shoes & Training Guides
Dubai Marina is one of the most popular residential hubs in the UAE. While outdoor running along Marina Walk is iconic, the summer heat and humidity often push runners indoors. If you are looking for reliable indoor running options near Dubai Marina, here are the best places for treadmill training, structured workouts and heat safe … Read more
Ramadan in Dubai brings a unique rhythm to life. Work hours shift, nights become lively and fitness routines need smart adjustments. If you are fasting and training for a 5K, half marathon or full marathon, timing your run correctly becomes critical for performance, hydration and recovery. Here is a practical breakdown to help you decide … Read more
Introduction Choosing between the ASICS Gel Nimbus 27 and the Hoka Clifton 9 is not easy. Both are premium neutral running shoes built for comfort, long miles and everyday training. I have rotated both pairs across easy runs, long weekend sessions and a few steady tempo efforts on Indian roads. What follows is a practical, … Read more
Training for a half marathon means tracking pace, distance, heart rate and calories accurately without burning a hole in your pocket. In 2026, there are several smartwatches under ₹15,000 that offer reliable fitness tracking and GPS support, making them solid picks for runners on a budget. Below, we’ve highlighted 5 of the best budget running … Read more
By Anurag Rana | Tested on Delhi roads If you’re an Indian runner trying to choose between the ASICS GEL-Nimbus 27 and the Hoka Clifton 9, you’re looking at two of the best daily trainers available right now — but they serve very different running personalities. I’ve run on both across Delhi’s unforgiving concrete and … Read more
Affiliate disclosure: This guide contains Amazon India affiliate links. If you buy through them, I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend watches I believe in for serious Indian runners. I’m a Delhi-based marathon runner. I train on roads, pavements, flyovers and the occasional park loop, which means my … Read more
I remember my first attempt at a long distance run through the humid streets of Gurgaon. I wore a pair of “walking shoes” I’d bought on sale, thinking a shoe is a shoe. By kilometer eight, my arches felt like they were on fire and my knees were already planning their retirement. If you are … Read more
If you are traveling to the UAE for the Dubai Marathon or just a fitness-focused holiday, you will quickly realize that running here isn’t just about the treadmills in luxury hotels. The real magic happens on the “spongy” tracks and wide-open promenades that hug the coastline. Whether you need a 5K shakeout run or a … Read more
The Dubai Marathon is one of the most popular international road races in the Middle East. Known for its flat course, strong race organisation and pleasant winter conditions, it attracts runners from India, the UK and across Europe every year. If you are planning to participate as an international runner, this guide explains the complete … Read more
Hey there, fellow runner! If you’re training for your first half or full marathon in 2026 — whether it’s the Tata Mumbai Marathon, Vedanta Delhi Half, Bengaluru Marathon, or some scenic race in Kerala or the Northeast — you already know one truth: the right shoes can make or break your race. Running a marathon … Read more