New Year Day Run.. January 1, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Let's usher in the new year with a run tomorrow..

We have over 600 folks part of this growing group and this is a call to many of our 'virtual' runners to lace up and start running.. Some folks are doing half or 35k.. you do what you can but for that you must take the first step to get out and enjoy the great Marghazhi weather.

Run Details for tomorrow..

Date: January 1, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Whatever else may be your 'new year resolution', I request you to add 'running / staying healthy' to your list..

Wishing each and every one of you a happy and prosperous new year AND miles and miles of happy running.. !!!!

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, December 28, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners

Seven Sundays to go for Auroville Marathon.. Are you getting in the groove ?

Run Details for tomorrow..

Date: December 28, 2008
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps: I am not in town.. but I am sure Hari / Mohan / Shahid and few others would be .. so join the fun.. I will run.. possibly alone in Langkawi.. :-)

Running Clinic - DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY!

I'm sure a lot of you have started to (or, about to) enjoy your year end vacation (and doing your runs wherever you are!). With 2008 coming to a close and curtains of Year 2009 all set to welcome, many of us would've started to pen down those (forbidden!?!) resolutions!! For all those budding runners and seasoned marathoners, here is an opportunity to start the year 2009 on a very high note...

Chennai Runners is happy to kick-start year 2009 with a first of its kind Running Clinic! Mark your calendars for the 10th of January 2009 when we will meet at Elliots Beach (near the police outpost in the center of the beach) to attend the 1st Running Clinic. BTW, you should be able to spot our banner at Elliots Beach on this day! Here are the details...

Event - Running Clinic
Date - 10th January 2009
Timing - 06:00 Hrs to 07:30Hrs
Venue - Elliots Beach (near the police outpost in the center of the beach) - Spot our banner here!
Cost - Just your time! :-)

We have Dr.Hamsraj from Physio Care addressing the runners on a range of topics that will essentially cover topics related to fitness, injuries & treatment, posture. That's not all! We will also have sessions on "Why I Run?" and "Running/Marathon Experiences" followed by a "Open House" for answering any questions you may have related to running!!

This is going to be a wonderful networking opportunity for all of us....DON'T MISS THIS!!. Do feel free to tag along anyone interested in running!

Please do confirm your participation by replying to this email (or, leaving a comment on this blog post)

Wish you a Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year!

Happy Running, and have a splendid vacation! See you on 10th Jan!
--
Karthik Vijayakumar

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, December 21, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners

Eight Sundays to go for Auroville Marathon.. Are you getting in the groove ?

Run Details for tomorrow.. be there are be square!!!!

Date: December 21, 2008
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps: Few of us might do half tomorrow.. pl. let me know if you are fame for it.. let's get a quick headcount going and see who is interested..

Free Manual on How to loose fat

Guys.. some of you may have come across this recent post of Josh Hillis. There is this free pdf - 15 pages on "The truth about burning fat"

here is the url..

http://joshsgarage.typepad.com/articles/2008/12/pretty-cool.html

cheers!! George

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, December 14, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners

Congratulations to all ChennaiRunners who participated and finished the Singapore Marathon. It doesn't matter what time you took to finish, what matters is the grit and determination you showed to finish. No matter what you might think of your timing.. you are a marathoner and have lot to be proud off.

Now that Singapore Marathon is behind us and all of us have had some rest, let us start training for Auroville Marathon which is set for Feb 15, 2009. Auroville will different kind of a marathon. It will be a 'small' trail marathon organized by a bunch of passionate volunteers. More on Auroville Marathon later..

This post is about our run tomorrow.. and here are the details.. Pl. show up tomorrow..

Date: December 14, 2008
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, Nov 30, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners

Rain God seem to have taken rest and hopefully we will be able to run tomorrow.  This will be our last long run before Singapore Marathon.. let's make the best use of it..

Date: November 30, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms or even half.. all depends on you.. What you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps:I want to do a 'half' tomorrow... are you game?

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, Nov 23, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners

Some of us (Tiger, Shahid & co) planning to 35K tomorrow.. and others (like me) will do just half. Regardless, let's plan on assembling by dimensions by 4:00 AM tomorrow and figure out who is doing what. Even if you doing just 5K just join us. it will be fun.

Remember the starting time is 4:15AM. Please do plan to be at the starting point by 4:00 AM and give yourself some time to get ready and stretch.

Date: November 16, 2008
Assemble by : 4.00 a.m
Start Time: 4.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Marina Half & Classic combo or build your own route..
Distance - 35K+ or whatever you want to do..

Do More.. Start Running.. Its fun and will change your life..!!!

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, November 16, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners

We have a special run tomorrow.. in preparation for the Singapore Marathon.  This is going to be fun.. so whether you are doing the Singapore Marathon or not.. join the fun.  We will have two mobile water points. thanks to Ramesh S. & KK.

The route tomorrow will be a combination of our Marina half and classic. Please do take time and get familiar with the route.  

One more thing.. since we are doing this in the city, we are starting an hour early @ 4:15 AM.  This will help us get a headstart ahead of traffic.  Please do plan to be at the starting point by 4:00 AM and give yourself some time to get ready and stretch.

Date: November 16, 2008
Assemble by : 4.00 a.m
Start Time: 4.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Marina Half & Classic combo
Distance - 35K+

Here are the confirmed participants

1. Ram
2. Narayanan
3. Tiger
4. Balaji
5. Karthik
6. Hari
7. Bhargav
8. Ashwin
9. Rajesh
10. Senthil
11. Arun K
12. RV Ramani
13. Shahid
14. Raveendran
15. Mahesh K.
16. Siva V.
17. Venkat Rangan
18. Ranga Tiruman

Don't worry if haven't confirmed yet.. you still have time to confirm.. and simply show up tomorrow to race against yourself and do your personal best.  Remember.. thousand mile journey starts with one step at a time.. and of course.. Yes.. You Can..

Run Coming Sunday, November 16, 2008

Team

This is a heads up for the upcoming Sunday Run..

We are planning to a 35K run this Sunday in preparation for the Singapore Marathon which is just 4 Sundays away. I came up with a 35K route within the city and it is a combination of our Marina half and Classic with a slight variation. Please take a look and get familiar with the route.
Just to beat the traffic we will start this run an hour early..

Date: November 16, 2008
Assemble by : 4.00 a.m
Start Time: 4.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Marina Half & Classic combo
Distance - 35K+

Here are the confirmed participants

1. Ram
2. Narayanan
3. Tiger
4. Balaji
5. Karthik
6. Hari
7. Bhargav
8. Ashwin
9. Rajesh
10. Senthil
11. Arun K
12. RV Ramani
13. Shahid

Ramesh S. & KK have kindly volunteered to be our mobile water points in their cars. They will have water & Gatorade. However, you should also plan to carry your own supply.

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, Nov 9, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners.

We will try out a new route charted by Karthik tomorrow.. Karthik is calling this route a 'Green Run'.. so we are starting a half hour later than the usual. Here are the run details..

Date: Nov 9, 2008
Day: Sunday
Assemble time: 5:30AM
Start time: 5:45AM
Distance - 21.1 km
Route: http://www.run.com/showroute.asp?map=508445.
Driving Directions: From Shoppers Stop in Nungambakkam can be found in the link below:
http://www.run.com/showroute.asp?map=1164956

Please do give sufficient time to find the place if you are not familiar with that part of Chennai (like me). If you have any challenges finding the starting point, please reach out to Karthik @ +91-98400-48046.

Please confirm your participation..

ps: I need a ride to reach the starting point tomorrow.. anyone going from this part of Chennai? (Hari / Tiger ? Can we meet up near Dimensions by 4:45 AM?)

Ram Viswanathan

Chennai Runners is back on The Hindu!

Oh yes, we are back on The Hindu. Prince Frederick from The Hindu was with us last Sunday to talk to us about our group and our plans for the upcoming Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon. Below is the paper view of today's article. You can find an online version of the same here.

Run Tomorrow, Sunday, November 2, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners

Run schedule for tomorrow..

Date: November 2, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps:I want to do a 'half' tomorrow.. anyone wants to join me? Also, some of us are planning to to 35K next. This is in preparation for Singapore marathon.. pl. let me know if you are interested.. I will map out a route soon.. (combining our classic and half..)

Chetput/Harrington Road Run

Team,

Let's do a easy short 5K run tomorrow.

Venue - Opposite MCC School, Harrington road (same street as Shoppers Stop)
Time: 5:30 am

Please confirm

Run Tomorrow - Friday, October 31, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners

Date: October 31, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Boat Club
Distance - The total distance is about 5+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Run tomorrow - Thursday, 30th October 2008

Team,

It's LSD time... lets do about 12.5 km tomorrow.

Assemble, warm up & stretch: 5:00 AM
Assembly point: Dimensions Gym, CP Ramaswamy Road, Alwarpet
Start time: 5:15 AM
Route: To Besant Nagar Beach > Vellankani Church and back
Distance: 12.5 km approx - there are other options available if you want to run shorter (5km, 10km or in between) or longer! Can guide you at starting point.

Please confirm your participation.

Ramesh

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, October 26, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners

After our good ECR#8 run, lets go for another solid run tomorrow.. Here is a tentative run plan for tomorrow.. The route / distance is flexible and is based on the runners' choice at the start time..

Date: October 26, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps:Shahid and I are looking to do a half tomorrow.. any takers??

Hilpauk/Harrington Road Chapter

Team,

Let's do a easy short 5K run tomorrow.

Venue - Opposite MCC School, Harrington road (same street as Shoppers Stop)
Time: 5:30 am

Please confirm if you want to run. We will be running even if it rains.

ECR8 - Photos

Many of us took Videos and Photos of ECR8.. I would like to request you to post them in flickr / youtube and tag them as ECR8 and Chennairunners.

Here some photos from Karthik & I in flickr

ECR8 - Thanks to Many for making it possible..

Chennai Runners and their families..

Thanks a bunch for making the Chennai Runners ECR8 run possible. Though rain dampened the spirits a little bit and kept many runners indoors... we had around 50 runners and 20 volunteers brave the soggy weather and make it for the run. As you might appreciate.. this wouldn't have been possible without help and assistance from many folks... I want to take a moment to thank them.. and I am sure you would do to..

Vidyuth, our Event Director - He juggled many commitments and an injury to keep his commitment to running fraternity to organize this run for us. He spent long hours in putting various things in place.. in the midst of his 'busy' shooting schedule. Yes.. he is acting in a TV serial and we will soon have a 'chinna thirai' star in our midst.. Thanks Vidyuth for organizing this 'event / run' for us.

Ramesh Seshadhri - For connecting us with Mayajaal. Your lead made it possible for to secure the 'start / finish' point. We have been trying out various start / end points for our ECR runs in the quest for an optimal spot. Thanks for getting us connected with Mayajaal, which made it possible to extend our run to 35K while still keeping the 'Dolphin City' as our turn around point.

Raveendran - On many fronts... Though you are relatively new to ChennaiRunners, you helped on many fronts.. sponsorship, ambulance, vehichles, Drivers and volunteers (was thrilled to see your Appa get up early to volunteer). Thanks for securing Apollo DKV associate sponsorship and all other things you have done for the ECR8.

Tiger - As usual Tiger roars... He helped us get our 'hydration partner' and as usual pitched in with his car and driver. Thanks Tiger.. your elevate our energy level.. and that is a energy drink in itself.. Glad to have you with us..

Chettinad Hospitals - Thanks Chettinad for providing us with a full crew Ambulance. With your presense, we knew help was not far away in case of emergency. Thanks for pitching in..

Apollo DKV - Thanks for your sponsorship, which is a recognition of our efforts. Your support will help us make these kinds of events better.

Volunteers - Thanks for the bottom of my heart.. without your active support we couldn't have ventured in to organizing these runs.. From Savithri family to Mahesh family to Raveendran's father.. we had some of our youngest and senior most volunteers.. Thanks Guys.. we look forward to your continuing support.

Miracle Man - If there is one guy I would single out for being pivotal to success of ECR runs (not just this one..).. it is this guy. We do not know how he gets things done.. but he simply does. From media contacts to operational stuff to everything in between.. he is always there. He managed to squeeze in a run as well this time.. Have you figured out who I am referrng to? I am sure you did by now.. he does have a name.. and a long one at it.. but we simply call him KK.. Thanks buddy..

Rain or Shine.. ECR8 is ON

Chennai Runners..
It is pouring heavily as I post this message.. one might wonder if the ECR8 run is still on.. and this post is to confirm that the run is ON.

Rain or shine we will run.... So, please don't be deterred by the intermittent rain.. Rise early and join us in the fun.. Yes, it will be loads of fun..

Here is a mail that Vidyuth sent out early.. just as a recap..

Chennai Runners presents ECR8 Run in association with APOLLO DKV

Date: October 19, 2008 (Sunday)
Start point: On Shore resort inside the Mayajaal compound
End point: On Shore resort inside the Mayajaal compound
Start Time: Since we have participation for different distances, It has been decided to stagger the start times. Details are given below

Event Start time
30 km & 35 km - 5:15 am
20 km & 25 km - 5:25 am
10 km & 15 km - 5:35 am
5 km - 5:45 am

Assemble time:

Runners - The assembly time for the first event is 4:30 am. For all other events runners are requested to assemble at least 30 minutes before the start time to complete registration formalities.

Volunteers: Please assemble at the starting point at 4:30 am for a final briefing and assignments

Entry Fee: Rs.250/- (Entry fee will be collected at the starting point on October 19, 2008. The entry fee will defray the costs of organizing this event.)

Breakfast @ On shore Resort inside the Mayajaal Compound for Runners and volunteers from 7:30 am onwards

Car pooling
Those of you who wish to car pool may assemble outside Dimensions Gym on C P Ramaswamy Road (Adjacent to the Sony World Showroom) at 3:45 am. The cars will leave for the starting point at 4:00 am.

Volunteers
Those of you, who have been kind enough to volunteer, please assemble at the starting point by 4:30 am for a final briefing. All necessary supplies will be given at the starting point. There will be a car leaving from Dimensions Gym at 3:45 am to take volunteers to the starting point.
Route

For all events the starting point is the same. South on ECR for 17.5 kms and turn around (Exact turn around point to be notified on the day of run).

Water points - There will be water stops every 2.5 km to provide water and drinks for the runners

Running Safety
This event is organized by Chennai runners. This is a running support group. Runners taking part in this event do so of their own volition. There are a few things to bear in mind while running on the East Coast Road.

1. The East coast road is a very busy highway with high speed vehicular traffic.
2. There are NO traffic restrictions. Runners run at their own risk.
3. Run on the right side of the road facing on-coming traffic
4. If you are running in a group, do not run abreast. Run in a single file.
5. DO NOT run if you are not medically fit. You and your physician are the only folks who can counsel you on that. Consult your doctor and listen to your body before embarking on the run.
6. STOP running and seek medical help if you feel uncomfortable at anytime during the run.

Identification - Please carry some form of identification on your person while running. This identification should have your name, address, blood group and emergency contact numbers

First aid: - We will have a paramedical team available en route should any of the runners require medical assistance.

Kilpauk/Harington Run

Planning to do an easy run tomorrow.


Start Time : 14th October at 5:30 am.
Distance : 5 KM
Venue - Mcc School, Harrington Road.

Please confirm participation.

ECR8 - Just 6 Days To Go..

Today was one of the best runs for many of us in Chennai Runners.. It was raining heavily and roads were a mess.. Yet, we thoroughly enojoyed the run today and many of us felt like doing more.. I hope this excitement continues in to our ECR8 which hardly a week away..

Here are some useful details.. There is still time to register.. Go ahead and register now.. if you haven't done so already..

Chennai Runners presents ECR8

in association with

APOLLO DKV

Six days and counting for the big event. 53 runners registered so far. Let us try a get at least 100 runners for this event.

Register Now at www.chennairunners.com (Last date for registration is October 15, 2008)

ECR 8 Details..
Date: October 19, 2008 (Sunday)
Start Time: 5:15 am
Start point: On Shore resort inside the Mayajaal compound
End point: On Shore resort inside the Mayajaal compound

Assembly time: 4:30 am

Events: 5K, 10K, 15K, 20K, 25K, 30K, 35K
Entry Fee: Rs.250/-

This event is organized by runners. Runners will be taken care of well. Well stocked water points along the route. Breakfast @ On shore Resort inside the Mayajaal Compound for Runners and volunteers

Entry fee will be collected at the starting point on October 19, 2008. The entry fee will defray the costs of organizing this event.

Car pooling to the starting point

Those of you who wish to car pool may assemble outside Dimensions Gym on

C P Ramaswamy Road (Adjacent to the Sony World Showroom) at 3:45 am. The cars will leave for the starting point at 4:00 am.

Volunteers

Those of you, who have been kind enough to volunteer, please assemble at the starting point by 4:45 am for a final briefing. All necessary supplies will be given at the starting point.

Water points

There will be water stops every 2.5 km to provide water and drinks for the runners

Running Safety

This event is organized by Chennai runners. This is a running support group. Runners taking part in this event do so of their own volition. There are a few things to bear in mind while running on the East Coast Road.

• The East coast road is a very busy highway with high speed vehicular traffic.
• There are NO traffic restrictions. Runners run at their own risk.
• Run on the right side of the road facing on-coming traffic
• If you are running in a group, do not run abreast. Run in a single file.
• Vehicles are not used to road runners and will not make way for you. In your own interest, please stop for vehicular traffic. Vehicles first, runners next.

Identification

Please carry some form of identification on your person while running. This identification should have your name, address, blood group and emergency contact numbers

First aid

We will have a paramedical team available en route should any of the runners require medical assistance

Run Schedule Tomorrow - Sunday, October 12, 2008

Dear Chennai Runner

Our tentative run plan for tomorrow.. The route / distance is flexible and is based on the runners' choice at the start time..

Date: October 12, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps: Hari & I are planning to do half-marathon tomorrow.. who else is joining us? (Tiger, Mohan, Ramani.. Are you game for half tomorrow..?)

Kilpauk/Harrington Run

Hi Team,

After more than a month break, we are restarting our Harrington Chapter. Tomorrow's Run is as follows

Start Time : 7th October at 5:30 am.
Distance : 5 KM
Venue - Mcc School, Harrington Road.

Please confirm participation.

ECR Calling - Register Now

Just two more weeks to go for our ECR # 8 and the excitement is starting to build.. and you can be part of it too..

Please register now if you have not done so already. Also, please help spread the message. Please download the original poster you see below from here and display it in your office and / or fitness center.

Run Schedule for Tomorrow - Sunday, October 05, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners..

Our tentative run plan for tomorrow.. The route / distance is flexible and is based on the runners' choice at the start time..

Date: October 05, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ps: I will not be joining the run tomorrow as I will be 'out of town'.. hope to sneak in a few runs in Tokyo..

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, September 28, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners..

Tomorrow we have two options to do more.. 1) Run with me till Central Station (need to pick up my son) 2) Do our usual classic / plus run... Regardless of which one you choose do, request you to assemble near Dimensions as usual and go from there..

Date: September 28, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Starting Point

View Larger Map

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Shoe Sizing Chart

This link may be of interest to some of you... I have been experimenting between different brands of shoes (Asics, New Balance and Brooks) and found this useful... there are subtle variations that can mean a lot of difference...

http://www.forrunnersbyrunners.com/owInfoPage.asp?idPage=7

Cheers!

Run Schedule for Tomorrow - Sunday, September 21, 2008

Dear Chennai Runners..

Tomorrow we have two options to do more.. 1) Participate in the IIT-M 9K run 2) Do our usual classic / plus run... Regardless of which one you choose do, request you to assemble near Dimensions as usual and go from there..


Date: September 21, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Starting Point

View Larger Map

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Run tomorrow - Friday, 19th September 2008

Team

We will do an easy run tomorrow...

Assemble, warm up & stretch: 5:00 AM
Assembly point: Dimensions Gym, CP Ramaswamy Road, Alwarpet
Start time: 5:15 AM
Route: Boat Club Road circuit / To Anna University and back - lets decide at starting point
Distance: 5 to 7.5 km

Please confirm your participation.

Ramesh

Run Schedule Tomorrow - Sunday, September 14, 2008

Chennai Runners..

Date: September 14, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More.. and for that you should Start Running..

Starting Point

View Larger Map

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Run tomorrow - Sunday, 7th September 2008

Team

It’s time for our long run of the week… lets do the Chennai Runners Classic Route tomorrow.

Assemble, warm up & stretch: 5:00 AM
Assembly point: Dimensions Gym, CP Ramaswamy Road, Alwarpet
Start time: 5:15 AM
Route: Chennai Runners Classic Route
Distance: There are multiple options depending on your appetite… you could do 5, 10, 15 kms. It's up to you to surprise yourself with how far you can go! The total route is roughly 15 kms.

Please confirm your participation.

Ramesh

நம்ம சென்னை - Chennai Marathon

நம்ம சென்னை marathon is upon us tomorrow.. I am confident we would show up in full strength tomorrow. If you are looking to car pool, please do assemble at Dimensions by 5:15 AM, we would do our little to reduce congestion at the starting point.

Also, we would like all of our fraternity to wear the special chennairunners bib in addition to the BIB (chest number) given out by the organizers. Karthik & KK would be distributing it at the starting point from around 6:00 AM.

Be there or be square.. See you tomorrow..

Let us do our part for the love of Chennai... after all it is நம்ம சென்னை.

Happy Running

20 Races to do before you die

Please click this link to see whether you have completed these 20 Races. Unfortunately, I have not done any of these races.

Style Don't Mater

Style Don't Mater.. for Marathons..

Photo courtesy: NYTimes

Interesting article in NYTimes* about styles and its impact on results. I for one believed that how run is very important for optimal performance. But this article says otherwise. I will let you read the article but the net is 'styles don't mater' but you comfort with that does..

There will be heel strikers and men who land on their midfoot and there may be a few who land on their forefoot. There will be men who bob up and down and men who seem to glide. There will be men who flail their arms and those whose arms pump smoothly at their waists. And there is no way to tell by looking at a runner whether he will win, place or come in last.

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(Thanks to Bobby Kunnath for the mail forward..)

Run this Sunday - August 24, 2008

Chennai Runners..

Chennai Marathon is upon us and it just 9 days away. To get ready for the half marathon and familiarize ourselves with the route, we will be running along the same route but in reverse order. We would start start and end our run Elliots Beach. After the run, we can hit the Murugan Idli Kadai for a sumptuous breakfast.

Look forward to your participation in our Sunday run as well as in the Chennai Marathon.. It doesn't matter if you run the 'full' half-marathon or just a few kms.. just get out and start running. If you can't run, come out cheer the runners.. they could use your support. Let's do for our Singara Chennai.

Date: August 24, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp - We got to start at this time to minimize exposure to chaotic traffic and resultant pollution).
Starting Location: Elliots Beach (Near Cozee Corner / Police Outpost)
Route: Chennai Runners - Elliots Half Marathon (Pl. browse the link and familiarize yourself with the route.. straight forward one..)
Distance - The total distance is about 21.1 kms but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More but for that you need Start Running

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Starting Point for this run

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Run tomorrow - Friday, 22nd August 2008

Team

Lets do an easy run tomorrow.

Assemble, warm up, stretch: 5:00 a.m.
Assembly point: Dimensions Gym, CP Ramaswamy Road, Alwarpet (adjacent to Sony World)
Start time: 5:15 a.m.
Distance: 5 km approx
Route: Boat Club Road Circuit / River View Street.. depends on your appetite!

Please confirm your participation!

Cheers
Ramesh

Tomorrow's Run - LSD - Thursday, 21st August 2008

Team

It's LSD time... the Chennai Marathon is around the corner. Lets get some miles behind us in preparation!

Assemble, warm up & stretch: 5:00 a.m.
Assembly point: Dimensions Gym, CP Ramaswamy Road, Alwarpet
Start time: 5:15 a.m.
Route: Dimensions > Besant nagar beach > Vellankani Church and return
Distance: 12 kms approx

Sorry about the late announcement.
Please confirm your participation.

Come rain or shine we will be running!

Cheers
Ramesh

Must Read - Barefoot Runner by Paul Rambali

Run Tomorrow - Sunday - August 17, 2008

Chennai Runners..

Date: August 17, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More

Starting Point

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Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Write up on Rahul Verghese

There was brief write up on Rahul Verghese in rediff. Here is the link.

Run Tomorrow - Sunday - August 10, 2008

Chennai Runners..

Date: August 10, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More

Starting Point

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Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Anti-Gravity Treadmill

Interesting article. Alter-G. I wish we had one of these in Chennai.

Best Running Shoe..

For those who are contemplating on buying a running shoe...see if you'd want to do it the Dilbert way.


Happy Running,

Karthik Vijayakumar

Harrinton/Chetput Run on 7th August

We will do an easy run tomorrow

Start Time: 0530 Hrs.

Start From: MCC School on Harrington Road

Route: MCC School to McNichols Road/Guru Swamy Road Back. Will do couple of loops and then head back. Total distance 6.50 Km.

Nature of Run: Easy 10-11 mins per mile. Suitable for beginners. Anyone needs wake up call please let me know. Also, runners living in Kilpauk can meet us in McNichols Road off Poonamalee Road directly (after MVJ towers) directly. We should be reaching there at 0545 hrs.

Please confirm.

Shahid

Are you participating in Hyderabad Marathon?

Chennai Runners..
You must have seen mails on Hyderabad Marathon happening in 12 days.. (August 16, 2008) and several of you registered as well. Can we get a quick headcount on final numbers please?

If you are going, can you please respond to this post? We will get a final headcount and a separate mail thread going for logistics.

Rajesh Vetcha: Good luck with the marathon.. having organized smaller runs, we know what it takes to get something of this size going.. Good luck to your team and thanks for making it happen.

Special Run Tomorrow - Sunday August 3rd, 2008

Chennai Runners

We are having a special run tomorrow. It is special because we will get to interact with the top sports medicine physician in Chennai after the run. Thanks to Hari's initiative, Dr. Kannan Pugazhendi has consented to have a interactive session with us tomorrow @ YMCA Nandanam after our regular run.

In order to meet him @ YMCA, we have shifted our starting and ending points for our run tomorrow. Here are the details. Our route is a slightly altered version of Chennai Runners Classic route. we will pretty much follow the same course but will start and end at YMCA that's all. Pl. do get familiar with the route by clicking here.

Date: Sunday, August 3, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: YMCA, Nandam. (Pl. refer to the map and parking instructions below)
Route: YMCA - Chennai Runners Classic.
Distance - The total distance is about 17 kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

YMCA Location Map
Pl. note that we park our vehicles not at YMCA but in a road adjacent to YMCA and the approach road for Cosmopolitan Golf Club.

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Meet with Dr. Kannan Pugazhendi - Sunday, August 8, 2008

Thanks to Hari, we will get to have an interactive session with Dr. Kannan Pugazhendi, this sunday, August 3rd, 2008, 7:30 AM at YMCA, Nandanam. He has kindly agreed address us and take questions on running techniques, avoiding injuries and any other running related topic that may be of interest to the team.

As most of you know, Dr. Kannan Pugazhendi is one of the top sports medicine physician in Chennai. He addresssed last year which was quite useful and I am sure we will find this session useful as well.

I encourage all of you to participate in this event and benefit from the interaction. In order to have this session at YMCA, we will be starting and ending our Sunday run at YMCA. More details to to follow...

Brief bio of Dr. Kannan Pugazhendi
Dr.Kannan Pugazhendi is a Sports Medicine Doctor and also the Director of Fitness Foundation Academy at YMCA, Nandanam. He has toured as the Sports Medicine doctor and Physiotherapist with the Indian Cricket team tour to West Indies in late 70's and also with the Indian Hockey Team to Atlanta Olympics 1996. In addition to this a lot of leading sportsmen consult him.

7th ECR Run - The Official Race Report

Folks,

The Official Race Report on our 7th East Coast Road Run is finally out!

You can read it online at http://ecrrun.chennairunners.com/
Should you want to take a print and read it in leisure, download the PDF version at http://chennairunners.com/images/ecrrun/Chennai_Runners_7th_ECR_Run_FINAL.pdf

Again, thanks to all the participants for having made this event a memorable one!

Happy Running!
--
Karthik Vijayakumar

Posting messages to the Chennai Runners group

Dear Members,

We'd like to remind everyone of the fact that WE DON'T ENTERTAIN EMAILS THAT ARE NOT IN ANYWAY RELATED TO RUNNING. In the best interest of the group, SPAM mails will be treated with utmost seriousness and the member will be BANNED from the group without notice.
For mails that don't seem to fall under the SPAM category, we will be issuing ONE WARNING to the sender. If repeated, we'll be forced to say 'thank you and good bye' (will be removed from the group).

I hope we all understand this and keep the energy, morale and the spirit of Chennai Runners as high as ever. Thank You!

PS: Should one have any doubts on how we classify mails as SPAM, refer to the definition of SPAM in the below two links -

• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spam_(electronic)

• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/E-mail_spam

Happy Running!
--
Karthik Vijayakumar
http://blog.karthikvijayakumar.com/

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, July 27, 2008

Chennai Runners..

After our successful long ECR Run#7.. let's do another long run tomorrow..

Date: Sunday, July 27, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

Run Tomorrow - Alwarpet / RA Puram - Friday, 25th July 2008

Team

We will do an easy run tomorrow...

Assemble, warm up & stretch: 5:00 AM

Assembly point: Dimensions Gym, CP Ramaswamy Road, Alwarpet

Start time: 5:15 AM

Route: Boat Club Road circuit / To Anna University and back - lets decide at starting point

Distance: 5 to 7 km

Please confirm your participation.

Ramesh

Run, Shoot and Share

Folks,

You can now 'Shoot and Share' pictures related to running. All you need to do is to upload your pictures to Flickr and add them to the Chennai Runners Flickr group.

Your pictures will be displayed at Photos.ChennaiRunners.Com. Here is a direct link to the same.

For instructions on how to join the Chennai Runners Flickr Group, refer this posting.

So what are you waiting for? Run, Shoot and Share!

Happy Running,
Karthik Vijayakumar

Chennai Runners on Flickr

Folks,

We are now a Group in Flickr. The Chennai Runners Flickr Group page is at -
http://www.flickr.com/groups/chennairunners/

Should you want to be a part of the Chennai Runners Flickr Group, do send an email to photos (At) ChennaiRunners (Dot) Com with your Flickr username and email address.

NOTE: This is an "invite only" group. Access will be given ONLY to Chennai Runners members.

Happy Running
Karthik Vijayakumar

7th ECR Run Photographs

The official photographs are finally out from Chennai Runners studio :)

Check out the 7th ECR Run pictures at http://photos.chennairunners.com

If you had taken pictures during our 7th ECR Run, please do email them to photos (At) chennairunners (Dot) com. (We will make sure you get the credits!)

Thanks,
Karthik

Sprint ABC

Start Time: 0545 Hrs.

Venue: MCC School on Harrington Road

Nature of Run: Sprint ABC

Let's meet up inside the campus. If you have trouble getting in from the main gate, you could get in from the back entrance.

Regards,
Shahid

ECR Run No. 7 - Everyone's a Winner

Team

ECR Run No. 7 was a roaring success. Everyone who came and ran, walked and did a combination of the two, had their own personal victories. Some had never run before and finished 20 km! There were so many who registered for 5 km, but in the end switched to 10 km! Some improved their previous best distance by at least 20% Victories all over. For me, it was a very satisfying experience - I loved being a volunteer. I can't wait now to go out and run 30 km.... it has fired me up so much. Thanks to all the participants for making this a memorable event.

We had about 100 people in all, including volunteers. 85 persons participated in the event. The largest ever!

Special thanks to:
All the volunteers - you made the difference!
People behind the scene - in the lead up to the run, helped ensure that all preparations were in order.
Pepsi - for sponsoring Aquafina and helping us keep hydrated all the way!
KK, Karthik, Ram, Shahid, Senthil -for being there and taking care of so many of the "to do" items
"The Evangelists" - Shahul and Venkatesh - for spreading the spirit of Chennai Runners and bringing along sizeable contingents from Maverick Gym and the YMCA

Karthik volunteered to write up a small report on the run and post pictures. You will get an email on this soon.

As always, there have been lots of learnings in organising this event of this nature and areas for improvement. Do give us your candid comments and feedback on the good / bad / ugly or what you would like us to stop / start / continue - it will go a long way in ensuring that your experience of the runs organised by us are an improvement every time, just like your own performances!!

Thank you and keep running!
Cheers
Ramesh

Nice Guys (and Girls) Finish Last

For some of the beginners running tomorrow. check this out.

ECR Run No. 7 - Update 6

Team

Just about 30 hours to kick off!! Has the ECR fever set in yet?
We have crossed 100 registrations!!! It's going to be a fantastic run, with runners not only from Chennai but Hyderabad and Bangalore as well.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION / SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE RUN

SAFETY FIRST: Please note that we do not have any safety net in terms of ambulance & insurance etc.. All of us running at our own volition and it is important to adhere to safety norms at all occasions.

THERE IS NO TRAFFIC RESTRICTION or police assistance for this run. “Self regulation” and discipline among ourselves is therefore very important. This is not a race for positions, it is a run and you compete only against yourself!

CARRY emergency information with you all the time

ALWAYS run on 'right side of the Road' facing the traffic. In doubt, slow down, let the traffic pass.

BUDDY up with a runner amenable with your pace and stick with them through out the run

DO NOT run abreast. Run in a single file or max TWO at any given time.

YIELD to traffic - Chennai traffic is unrelenting and does not stop for runners or pedestrians... So, yield to traffic.

DO NOT run if you are not medically fit. You and your physician are the only folks who can counsel you on that. Consult your doctor and listen to your body before embarking on the run.

STOP running and seek medical help if you feel uncomfortable at anytime during the run

Here is some new info / re-cap of various arrangements:
Date: Sunday, 20th July 2008
Assembly Point: Green Coconut Resort, Muttukadu, ECR Road
Assembly Time: Between 4:30 and 4:45 AM
Briefing: 4:45 to 5:00 AM
Run Start Time: 5:00 AM Sharp
Distance: Flexible - 5, 10, 20 or 30 kms with turn around points @ 2.5, 5, 10, 15 kms respectively.
Finish Line: Green Coconut Resort (Starting point)
Here is the route map:
http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=2072932 and the routes for the different distances:

5 km - Green Coconut Resort ( GCR ) to Muttukadu Lake and back to GCR
10 km - GCR to the "left turn to Kovalam" ( about 500 mts past Taj Fish Cove ) and back to GCR
20 km - GCR to Crocodile bank and back to GCR
30 km - GCR to Dolphin City and back to GCR

Here is the route map to the start point - Green Coconut Resort. Please reach start point by 4:30 AM. The run will start at 5:00 AM sharp.
http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&ll=12.833854,80.241866&spn=0.019457,0.037594&z=15&msid=103014197306411639476.0004524901c5d9c572727

Here is the route map to Dimensions Gym – please be there by 3:45 AM so that we can leave by 4:00 AM
http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=103014197306411639476.00045248f0e871035363e&ll=13.031485,80.254043&spn=0.00486,0.009398&z=17

WATER, SPORTS DRINKS, REFRESHMENT STATIONS will be available at the 5 km, 10 km and 15 km points which will cover the 5, 10, 20 and 30 km mark. These stations will be manned by our volunteers. We will also have some basic first aid items like Dettol and Band Aid available at these stations.

RUN DAY LOGISTICS: Our aim is to arrive at the resort between 4:30 to 4:45 AM, park our vehicles at the resort, warm up, stretch and be ready to start the run by 5:00 AM.

Pick up point - Dimensions: We are looking to car pool from Dimensions on CP Ramaswamy Road, Alwarpet to reach the start point. Please report to Dimensions by 3:45 AM. Cars will leave Dimensions at 4:00 AM sharp. I am sending a separate list of those who have said they need pick up from Dimensions. Please let me know how many of you with cars can come to Dimension so that we can add you to the number of cars available for car pooling?

Runners can also reach the start point directly to be in time for warm up session / start.
Other pick up points may be available, depending on your location and other runners driving/riding from your area. If you are driving to the starting point and can take some runners with you, please let us know your location / route so that others can join in.

ENTRY FEE: Rs. 250. This will be collected at the start / finish time. The entry fee is to defray the cost of organising the run such breakfast, first aid, fruits, water, sports drink, fuel cost etc.
There is a 2500 sq ft fresh water swimming pool which may tempt you after the run, this facility is available as an option to you at an extra cost of Rs. 75 per person.

CANCELLATIONS: All arrangements are being made based on registrations. Please let us know in case you are not able to make it, as last minute cancellations, no shows etc are a potential financial liability… the fee covers our cost of organising the event and some costs like breakfast are on fixed head count basis so we cannot afford to be out of pocket!!

VOLUNTEERS: We need volunteers to man drink / aid stations enroute and help with water, sports drink and generally provide first aid cover. I request some of our members who are NOT running to pitch in and help the runners. Join us as a volunteer and feel the thrill.... Please let me know if you are interested / know anyone who would be interested in helping us out.
Many thanks to Shumit, George, Ram (for volunteering his son!!), Arun Krishnan, Bhargav and Siva for your kind offer to volunteer full time for this event, and thanks also to Vidyuth, Ranga Thiruman and Ravi Kumar who will transform into volunteers after they finish their runs.

REGISTRATION: If you have not already registered, please register for the run on line at our website, www.chennairunners.com under the “Upcoming Runs” section. A list of registered participants will be sent out by separate email – please check if your name is there.

Stay tuned and feel free to raise any queries / comments to me…. And if you are feeling feverish, it’s about time you felt so!!!

Cheers and looking foward to Sunday morning!
Ramesh

ECR Run No. 7 - Update 5

Team

5 days to go!!!
79 participants confirmed so far!!!!

We need another 21 more to hit a century!! Do spread the word....

Volunteers: We need volunteers to man drink / aid stations enroute and help with water, sports drink and generally provide first aid cover. I request some of our members who are NOT running to pitch in and help the runners. Join us as a volunteer and feel the thrill.... Please let me know if you are interested / know anyone who would be interested in helping us out.
Special thanks to Shumit, George, Arun Krishnan and Ram (for volunteering his son!) for having confirmed that you will be able to volunteer during the event. .. fantastic gesture, should I say "sacrifice for the cause"...

Registration: If you have not already registered, please register for the run on line at our website, www.chennairunners.com - you can find the registration form under the "Upcoming Runs" section.

Logistics
We are looking to car pool from Dimensions on CP Ramaswamy Road, Alwarpet to reach the start point. Alternatively, runners can reach the start point directly to be in time for warm up session / start
Cars will leave from Dimensions Gym, at 4:00 AM sharp
Other pick up points may be available, depending on your location and other runners driving/riding from your area.
Please let me know how many of you with cars can come to Dimension so that we can add you to the number of cars available for car pooling?
There are some of you (14) who have indicated that you need transport – can you all join us at Dimensions or enroute? Please confirm.

Here is some new info / re-cap of various arrangements:
Date: Sunday, 20th July 2008Assembly Point: Green Coconut Resort, Muttukadu, ECR Road
Assembly Time: Between 4:30 and 4:45 AM
Briefing: 4:45 to 5:00 AM
Run Start Time: 5:00 AM Sharp
Distance: Flexible - 5, 10, 20 or 30 kms with turn around points @ 2.5, 5, 10, 15 kms respectively.
Finish Line: Green Coconut Resort (Starting point)
Here is the route map: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=2072932

Keep running and stay tuned!!

Cheers
Ramesh

ECR Run No. 7 - Update No. 4

Team

6 days to go and counting down!!! Are you ready???

We are inching towards 75 participants… we have 60 registered participants and another 10 who expressed interest via email but yet to register… I am sending out a separate email on this list…. Can you bring along your friends, family, colleagues… lets try to get to 100!

Here is some new info / re-cap of various arrangements:
Date: Sunday, 20th July 2008Assembly Point: Green Coconut Resort, Muttukadu, ECR Road
Assembly Time: Between 4:30 and 4:45 AM
Warm up, Briefing: 4:45 to 5:00 AM
Run Start Time: 5:00 AM Sharp
Distance: Flexible - 5, 10, 20 or 30 kms with turn around points @ 2.5, 5, 10, 15 kms respectively.
Finish Line: Green Coconut Resort (Starting point)

Here is the route map: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=2072932 and the routes for the different distances:
5 km - Green Coconut Resort (GCR) to Muttukadu Lake and back to GCR
10 km - GCR to the "left turn to Kovalam" (about 500 mts past Taj Fish Cove) and back to GCR
20 km - GCR to Crocodile bank and back to GCR
30 km - GCR to Dolphin City and back to GCR

RUN DAY LOGISTICS:
Our aim is to arrive at the resort between 4:30 to 4:45 AM, park our vehicles at the resort, warm up, stretch and be ready to start the run by 5:00 AM.
Pick up point - Dimensions
We are looking to car pool from Dimensions on CP Ramaswamy Road, Alwarpet to reach the start point. Alternatively, runners can reach the start point directly to be in time for warm up session / start.
Other pick up points may be available, depending on your location and other runners driving/riding from your area.
Please let me know how many of you with cars can come to Dimension so that we can add you to the number of cars available for car pooling?
There are some of you (14) who have indicated that you need transport – can you all join us at Dimensions or enroute? Please confirm.

Entry Fee: Rs. 250. This is to defray the cost of organising the run such breakfast, first aid, fruits, water, sports drink, fuel cost etc.
There is a 2500 sq ft fresh water swimming pool which may tempt you after the run, this facility is available as an option to you at an extra cost of Rs. 75 per person.

Volunteers: We need volunteers to man drink / aid stations enroute and help with water, sports drink and generally provide first aid cover. I request some of our members who are NOT running to pitch in and help the runners. Join us as a volunteer and feel the thrill.... Please let me know if you are interested / know anyone who would be interested in helping us out.

Registration: If you have not already registered, please register for the run on line at our website, www.chennairunners.com under the "Upcoming Runs" section. A list of registered participants will be sent out by separate email – please check if your name is there.

Stay tuned for more announcements and feel free to raise any queries / comments to me.

Cheers, keep running and stay tuned!
Ramesh

Run Tomorrow - Sunday, July 13, 2008

Chennai Runners..

Date: Sunday, July 13, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15+ kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More

Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation... by going to our website if you can.. help increase the traffic..!!!!

Harrington/Kilpauk Run tomorrow July 8th

We will do an easy run tomorrow

Start Time: 0530 Hrs.

Start From: MCC School on Harrington Road

Route: MCC School to McNichols Road/Guru Swamy Road Back. Will do couple of loops and then head back. Total distance 6.50 Km.

Nature of Run: Easy 10-11 mins per mile. Suitable for beginners. Anyone needs wake up call please let me know. Also, runners living in Kilpauk can meet us in McNichols Road off Poonamalee Road directly (after MVJ towers) directly. We should be reaching there at 0545 hrs.

Relishing those few minutes..

I read from completerunning.com that the Western states endurance run has been cancelled due to the forest fires in California. First time I read or heard about this race is in the book Ultramarathon Man by Dean Karnazes. Western states endurance run is a gruelling and extreme long distance trail course which has six distinct sections covering 100 miles stretching from Salt Lake City, Utah, to Sacramento, California. Gordy Ainsleigh was the first to try, run and complete the course in 1974. In fact he competed with the horses to finish the race in 23 hours and 47 mins.

An Ultramarathon is any sporting event involving running longer than the traditional marathon length of 42.195 kilometers. Even though the number of ultra runners are less today, the sport is getting popular pretty fast. Cliff Young, former winner Westfield Sydney to Melbourne; holds numerous world age records and one of the most inspiring ultra runners I have come across.

For persons like me, marathon training in itself is a very challenging, demanding job and becomes even more demanding if I am targeting for a finish time. When I train hard the worries of getting injured also keeps hitting my thoughts. Few weeks of layoff from running due to injury makes me to rewind my training for a month or more. I also have to keep my diet and weight on check, cut down junk food to a large extent, finishing work on time and the most hardest thing of tasting beer only once in a month. The long run on Sundays also eats away the time I spend with my family. I have plans and goals chalked down for another 3 years with targets and training growing linearly all for the heck of enjoying those joyous minutes after I finish the race.

Well, it becomes hard to imagine the way these guys training for the ultramarathon races. More than money, pride or winning against others it’s winning against ones body and mind. It’s all about relishing those few minutes after we finish the race.

Run Tomorrow - Sunday - July 06, 2008

Chennai Runners..

Date: Sunday, July 06, 2008
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Dimensions Gym / Sony World , CP Ramaswamy Road, Abhiramapuram
Route: Classic or Classic Plus
Distance - The total distance is about 15 kms.. but you do what you are able to.. and remember.. you can always Do More


Happy Running!!!

Please confirm your participation...

ECR Run No. 7 - Update 3

Team

15 days to go!! How is your preparation going for the ECR Run??

We have touched the magic number of 50 participants who registered / confirmed expression of interest via email!! Can we push for 75???

The list of registered particpants is as follows:

1. Narayanan M
2. Meera Sundar
3. R V Ramani
4. Mohan Kumar
5. Karthik. k
6. Karthikeyan ( KK )
7. Balasubramanian
8. Shahid Kandrikar
9. V P SENTHIL KUMAR
10. Amrit Vatsa
11. Sangeetha Subramanian
12. Sai Prasadh
13. George Prabhu
14. Anupama S
15. Ravi Kumar
16. Hari hara prasad
17. V.SIVAKUMAR
18. Srini Bhavani
19. mahesh krishnamurthy
20. S J MADHAVAN
21. Sudheer Narayan
22. Bhargav
23. KP Suresh
24. Shahul Hameed
25. Prem Joseph
26. Karthik Vijayakumar
27. K.Harishankar
28. Srivatsan
29. Deepak V
30. S.SURESH
31. Sundar
32. Pothiraj
33. KUMAR
34. KARUTHU
35. E Manivannan
36. Ramesh Ponnuswami
37. Rajesh Subramanian

The list of participants who have confirmed interest by email but yet t register their details via our website are:

1. Ram Viswanathan
2. Vignesh Raja
3. Rajasekar Kuppa
4. Shumit
5. K. Shyam
6. Ramesh Seshadri
7. Sandy
8. Vijay
9. Saravananan Sadacharam
10. Arun Krishnan
11. Vidyuth
12. Rajesh Vetcha
13. Madhavan Madhavan
14. Nithya Ramesh

Could you all please register via our website, thanks. Registration will provide us important details such as emergency contact, blood group etc. Thanks.

Folks, we need volunteers! Could you please let us know if interested and if you know anyone else who would be willing.

Cheers, keep running and stay tuned!

Ramesh

Run tomorrow - Saturday, 5th July 2008 - Note change in start time

Team

We will do an easy run tomorrow in the Marina Beach area, we have a guest star for tomorrow, Rahul Verghese of Running And Living fame. Rahul was wanting a 6:00 am start and we will therefore start our run at that time.

Assemble, warm up and stretch: 5:45 AM

Assembly point: Near the Light House on the service lane

Start: 6:00 AM

Route: Along the service lane - one of our Marina regulars could you let us know if the lane is clear I heard that there are some roadworks on this lane, if so we need to work out some detours? We can also run in the sand for a change!

Distance: 5 km approx

Please confirm your participation!

Ramesh