From the Trail

Stories, lessons, and reflections from the running journey.

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Beginners Training Getting Started

How to Start Running: A Complete Beginner's Guide for 2026

Everything you need to start running — from gear and walk-run intervals to building a routine. A practical guide from a runner who went from zero to ultramarathons.

March 27, 2026 Read more →
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App Reviews Strava Running Tech

Strava Free vs Premium: Is a Strava Subscription Worth It in 2026?

An honest breakdown of what's free, what's premium, and whether Strava's subscription is worth the money for different types of runners.

March 27, 2026 Read more →
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Beginners Training Plans 5K

How to Train for Your First 5K: An 8-Week Plan for Complete Beginners

A week-by-week plan that takes you from walk-run intervals to crossing your first 5K finish line in just 8 weeks.

March 31, 2026 Read more →
Prashanth Vaidya running across trails in India and Southeast Asia
Ultramarathon Trail Running Reflections

An Amateur Runner's Guide to Running Your First Ultramarathon

Over the last three years, the universe has been kind enough to allow me to experience the various flavours that running has to offer, from 5Ks to ultra distances, from roads to mountain trails.

March 24, 2026 Read more →