Running. Anyone who has ever taken it up knows it’s not just about the rhythmic footfalls one after the other, but the feeling and belief of self-expression that the activity allows you to feel. And enjoy. And thrive on.
And I believe once a runner, always a runner. The reason I say that with such conviction is that though I have not really been running for sometime now (a result of some injuries that set me back) here I am; still swearing by it and finding it incomparable to any other workout, however endorphin-infused.
Talk about running and it naturally leads to the current topic of discussion amongst all runners not just in Bangalore but also world-wide. The Sunfeast 10K Run. A prestigious run (with the highest prize-money in a 10K race world-wide) it’s got international athletes, of the highest caliber, competing and at the same time a large number of amateurs taking part. There are serious runners looking at improving their past performances and those participating to complete their first 10K. Belonging to the latter group are Premdeep, Sarita, Archana, Raja, Karthik, and Sankar. All from The Zone, all excited to be part of their first official run.
Their reflections on the ‘run up’ to the event–
PREMDEEP
This started off with a mail from our HR department informing us about the run. Got me thinking and contemplating about participating. Initially I was thinking running the 5.7K run which was summarily dismissed by Anjali who told me that I would breeze through the 10K and that I should not even be thinking of running just the 5.7K. That got me training and it’s been a fun thing so far. The trial runs have been a revelation. Hope the actual run is as good and that I complete running and not crawling across the finish line!
SANKAR
Normally when I work out in the gym, I used to run 5KM. I never thought I could run for 10km. Because of this 10K run, I tried running for 8--->9--->10KM. This training has given me confidence that I too can run for 10KM. This training has given me a break from my routine workouts in the gym to try something different. Also a workout with some goals is interesting and challenging.
I have participated few runs in the past and never ran for more than 2km (never practiced)... but this time I am planning to complete 10km and the training has really given me confidence.
KARTIK
The biggest barrier to running long distances is mental. So when we decided to do a road run I was not sure if I would last for even half of the planned 10kms. So I decided to run about 4kms and walk the rest but kept pushing for more, a little bit at a time. So in the end I managed 6.5 kms in an hour which is more than twice of what I have ever run before. So I feel that anyone can do it.
ARCHANA
A daily gym regimen fits fine within my regular schedule, but it is always special to work towards some goal and in this case, training for the 10k event is a great break from the routine regimen.
Running outdoors is so different from running on the treadmill. I just get into a comfortable pace and rhythm and let my thoughts wander. It is a perfect time to be with oneself and at the end of it; it’s also a great ego-booster!
RAJA
The practice run was awesome yesterday. It was the first time that I ran outdoors in probably the last 15 years. I really did not expect to finish it. In fact, I went back on bike this morning to check the distance was right. I have my fingers crossed that I am able to repeat it on Sunday. Happy practicing to all till then.
SARITA
A 10kilometre run...!
Thought I'd do it, for fun
Believed it was sheer madness, not having done it before
Anjali & Sharat insisted it was possible, even made a training program & kept score
I noticed a change, as days progressed
An easy, comfortable gait and reducing shortness of breath!
Run on the road, run together they said...........
"Yesss!" said my heart "Nooooooo" screamed my head
And we did it together , not once but twice
Not bad we thought, this was really nice!
The 10 K comes this Sunday, but I've already crossed my mental block
This one's just for play, with an eye on the clock.
Thanks for the shove all you guys
Am already looking forward to "a half marathon" highs!
And I believe once a runner, always a runner. The reason I say that with such conviction is that though I have not really been running for sometime now (a result of some injuries that set me back) here I am; still swearing by it and finding it incomparable to any other workout, however endorphin-infused.
Talk about running and it naturally leads to the current topic of discussion amongst all runners not just in Bangalore but also world-wide. The Sunfeast 10K Run. A prestigious run (with the highest prize-money in a 10K race world-wide) it’s got international athletes, of the highest caliber, competing and at the same time a large number of amateurs taking part. There are serious runners looking at improving their past performances and those participating to complete their first 10K. Belonging to the latter group are Premdeep, Sarita, Archana, Raja, Karthik, and Sankar. All from The Zone, all excited to be part of their first official run.
Their reflections on the ‘run up’ to the event–
PREMDEEP
This started off with a mail from our HR department informing us about the run. Got me thinking and contemplating about participating. Initially I was thinking running the 5.7K run which was summarily dismissed by Anjali who told me that I would breeze through the 10K and that I should not even be thinking of running just the 5.7K. That got me training and it’s been a fun thing so far. The trial runs have been a revelation. Hope the actual run is as good and that I complete running and not crawling across the finish line!
SANKAR
Normally when I work out in the gym, I used to run 5KM. I never thought I could run for 10km. Because of this 10K run, I tried running for 8--->9--->10KM. This training has given me confidence that I too can run for 10KM. This training has given me a break from my routine workouts in the gym to try something different. Also a workout with some goals is interesting and challenging.
I have participated few runs in the past and never ran for more than 2km (never practiced)... but this time I am planning to complete 10km and the training has really given me confidence.
KARTIK
The biggest barrier to running long distances is mental. So when we decided to do a road run I was not sure if I would last for even half of the planned 10kms. So I decided to run about 4kms and walk the rest but kept pushing for more, a little bit at a time. So in the end I managed 6.5 kms in an hour which is more than twice of what I have ever run before. So I feel that anyone can do it.
ARCHANA
A daily gym regimen fits fine within my regular schedule, but it is always special to work towards some goal and in this case, training for the 10k event is a great break from the routine regimen.
Running outdoors is so different from running on the treadmill. I just get into a comfortable pace and rhythm and let my thoughts wander. It is a perfect time to be with oneself and at the end of it; it’s also a great ego-booster!
RAJA
The practice run was awesome yesterday. It was the first time that I ran outdoors in probably the last 15 years. I really did not expect to finish it. In fact, I went back on bike this morning to check the distance was right. I have my fingers crossed that I am able to repeat it on Sunday. Happy practicing to all till then.
SARITA
A 10kilometre run...!
Thought I'd do it, for fun
Believed it was sheer madness, not having done it before
Anjali & Sharat insisted it was possible, even made a training program & kept score
I noticed a change, as days progressed
An easy, comfortable gait and reducing shortness of breath!
Run on the road, run together they said...........
"Yesss!" said my heart "Nooooooo" screamed my head
And we did it together , not once but twice
Not bad we thought, this was really nice!
The 10 K comes this Sunday, but I've already crossed my mental block
This one's just for play, with an eye on the clock.
Thanks for the shove all you guys
Am already looking forward to "a half marathon" highs!
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