Written in Pune

Guides

Plain advice from someone who has made the mistakes. Read them in order if you are starting out.

  1. 3K

    Starting to run in Pune

    How to start running in Pune as a complete beginner. When to run, where to go, what to wear, and how to get from zero to your first 5K.
  2. 5K

    Running in the Pune monsoon

    How to keep running through the Pune monsoon. Safety on wet roads, what to wear, avoiding chafing and blisters, and when to stay indoors.
  3. 10K

    Your first 10K

    Moving from 5K to your first 10K. A simple eight week approach, how to pace it, what to eat and drink, and how to avoid the classic mistakes.
  4. 21K

    Your first half marathon

    How to train for your first half marathon. When you are ready, a twelve week shape, long runs, pacing, fuelling and race week, in plain words.
  5. 42K

    Your first marathon

    Training for your first full marathon from Pune. When you are ready, a sixteen to eighteen week build, long runs, fuelling, heat and race day pacing.