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In this episode, we look at how beginner and intermediate runners can prepare for the 10K and Half Marathon through a structured, progressive training approach. The training framework is divided into three phases: Phase 1: Building a Strong Foundation Focusing on consistency, developing basic fitness and gradually getting the body accustomed to running. Phase 2: Developing Endurance and Strength B...

In this episode of Run with Fitpage, Vikas Singh talks to Addie Bracy, an elite ultrarunner, coach, and sports psychology professional, about the importance of mental training in running and everyday life. Addie shares her journey from competing in Olympic Trials to discovering trail running and ultramarathons, and explains how her approach to running evolved over time. The conversation explores h...

Akshy Sridhar is an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer and marathoner who has completed 18 marathons and run under three hours twice. With a demanding career and years of consistent training, his journey offers valuable insights into improving marathon performance without overcomplicating the process. In this episode of Run With Fitpage, we covered Akshy’s journey from casually jogging du...

Nine years ago, Camille Herron crossed what she thought was the finish line at the Comrades Marathon, started celebrating, and kept walking, before realizing she still had 200 metres to sprint. It's the story most people know her for. In Episode of Run with Fitpage, Vikas  talks to Camille about her equally interesting life journey, setting ultra distance world records across 50K, 100K, 24 ho...

While you may have watched my video of pacing well at Satara earlier, this video works as a checklist for you to be race ready - from your home all the way to the finish line.  You will watch in this video: - how to come prepared to Satara - dos and donts while in satara - how to shoe select - what food to carry - how to pace the first 3 kms - when to consume your energy gels - how to avoid cramps...

Anubhav ran his first Hyderabad Marathon in 2013, finishing in 5 hours 18 minutes. 12 Years later, he returned to the same race and won the open category, finishing in 2 hours 37 minutes. In this episode of Run with Fitpage, Vikas talks to Anubhav about the undulating nature of the course particularly. Anubhav explains why runners should stop chasing a finish time and instead learn to identify the...

Hans raj's resting heart rate sits around 47 to 48 in Kashmir. In Ladakh, at over 11,000 feet, it climbs past 70, without him doing anything at all. In this episode of Run with Fitpage, Vikas Singh talks to Hans raj, the winner of Ladakh marathon- 2025 and HM of 2022 and 2023 editions.  Hans raj grew up in Kathua started running after joining the police force, and worked his way from track tr...

Sandeep is a marathoner, a fitness enthusiast and Head of the Reliance Combat K9 Unit (RCCU) at Vantara. His fitness journey began at an early age, shaped by his father’s Army background, outdoor sports and NCC. What started as a passion for staying fit eventually evolved into a serious pursuit of marathon running. In 2023, Sandeep began following a more structured approach to running and training...

In this episode, we discuss specific nutrition needs of the body while training for a marathon. Be it the macros, vitamins or supplements, we break it down day by day with none other than Kira Sutherland, Sports Nutritionist of the TCS Sydney Marathon. We talk about: - how to fuel for easy runs - ⁠what to eat before, during and after a long run - ⁠what blood tests to do to identify supplemental ne...

He hit the wall at his first Mumbai Marathon in 2013. Walked the last 10 kilometers. Finished in 4:02. And came home thinking — I can do better. Thirteen years later, Vijayraghavan Venugopal — known as ViRa — has run sub-3 thirteen times, completed all six World Marathon Majors, and clocked a personal best of 2:47:17 at Cape Town in 2026. In Episode 257 of Run with Fitpage, Vikas sits down with Vi...

A free office registration for the Airtel Delhi Half Marathon in 2017. A 2:45 finish. Cramps at every kilometre. Medical assistance on the route. And absolutely no intention of ever running again. That was Megha Kishore's introduction to running. In Episode of Run with Fitpage, Vikas Singh sits down with Megha — certified marathon coach, ASICS Delhi Coach, Hyrox Delhi gold medalist, and one o...

India swept gold, silver, and bronze at the IAU 24-Hour Asia Oceania Championship in Japan in 2026 — beating Japan on their home soil with a team total that no Asian country had ever achieved in IAU history. In Episode 256 of Run with Fitpage, Vikas Singh sits down with Santhosh Padmanabhan — Founder of Runner's High and Head Coach & Team Manager of the Indian team at the 2026 IAU 24-Hour...

Eighteen years of strength training. No running. And then — a 10K, a half marathon, a full marathon, a 50K, and a 100K — all in under two years. Joel Eric Pinto is not a runner who discovered fitness. He is a fitness person who discovered running. And that distinction matters more than most people realise. In Episode 254 of Run with Fitpage, Vikas Singh sits down with Joel — Co-Founder of Knox Stu...

Vaibhav is a runner next door whose story will make you relate with you and inspire you to get out of the door and start running yourself. He was an absolute beginner up until 2021, struggled with Bronchitis and had never run before. Since then, he has come a long way and he is only getting started. Vaibhav spent time in being consistent, stayed disciplined and relentlessly prioritized his fitness...

Most runners spend years chasing a Boston Qualifier. Aditi Pandya spent six years not even thinking about it — and then ran 3:22:35 at the 2026 Boston Marathon. In Episode 252 of Run with Fitpage, Vikas Singh sits down with Aditi Pandya — endurance runner and co-founder of Geeks on Feet, to discuss her journey to the Boston Marathon. Aditi started as a hobby jogger in Mumbai who did not know the d...

According to the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) 2024 data, India has 89.8 million adults living with diabetes. More than any other country in the world. Yet most people still do not understand what diabetes actually is, how it develops, or what they can do to prevent or manage it. This week on Run with Fitpage, Vikas sits down with one of India's foremost authorities on the subject....

In this special milestone episode of Run with Fitpage, we celebrate our 250th episode with an in-depth conversation on one of the most misunderstood aspects of running — fatigue. Joining us is Prof Philipp Baumert, an expert in exercise physiology and injury prevention.  He breaks down the science behind why runners feel tired, why performance drops, and what actually happens inside the body durin...

Sarthak Malani is not the runner next door who chases PBs.  Rather, he changes how running is viewed—he runs barefoot and backward. He is much liked by runners in the community and he inspired many others to take up running (backwards).  In this episode, Vikas sits down with Sarthak to discuss what inspired Sarthak to take up running backwards: In this episode, they cover: • How Sarthak transition...

Welcome back to Run with Fitpage! As the 130th Boston Marathon approaches on April 20, 2026, we are bringing back one of our most cherished conversations — our episode with Jack Fultz, the 1976 Boston Marathon champion. This year marks the Golden Jubilee of Jack Fultz's legendary victory — 50 years since one of the most iconic and grueling races in marathon history. On that day, temperatures...

Most people see running as just a fitness activity. For Dr. Sonia Haboub, it became a powerful tool for healing, resilience, and personal transformation. After overcoming early-stage cancer and leaving a high-profile corporate career, she discovered that running not only helped her recover but also gave her a new purpose: inspiring others to push beyond their limits. In this episode, Sonia shares...

Dr. Michael Fredericson works at Stanford University as a Professor of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. He is widely recognized for his research and clinical work in running injuries, biomechanics, and endurance athlete care, helping runners and athletes worldwide improve performance while staying injury-free. In the conversation today, he discusses running injuries with Vikas. The conversa...

In today’s discussion, we will be covering everything you need to know for TMM 2026. This content will include race-week nutrition, race-day fueling, and sleep strategy for the entire week. How to get to the expo and collect your bib, what to keep in mind and what not to, apparel and shoe selection, and recommended do’s and don’ts for race week. I would recommend you all go through each of these p...

Smelling onions and shoes are two of the biggest myths as a treatment for Epilepsy.  There is still a stigma to discuss about the condition.  People still hide the condition and think of it as a curse.   In this episode, we are joined by Dr Manjari Tripathi, Professor in the Department of Neurology at AIIMS Delhi, where she heads the Centre of Excellence for Epilepsy. A pioneering neurologist with...

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Prabhat Jha, Nuffield Professor at the University of Oxford and Professor of Global Health at the University of Toronto. A world-leading epidemiologist who led the Million Death Study tracking premature deaths across India, he discovered that quitting before age 40 avoids nearly all smoking risks. Vikas & Dr. Jha discussed in detail the massive underestima...

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. David Nieman, Professor in the department of biology at Appalachian State University and director of the Human Performance Laboratory. A pioneer in exercise immunology with decades of research, he discovered why marathon runners get sick after races and how to prevent it. Vikas & Dr. Nieman discussed in detail about the immune system's response to hea...