Run Schedule for tomorow - Sunday, Nov 22, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Run schedule for tomorrow..

Date: November 22, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route @ run.com).

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...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

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Run Schedule for Sunday, Nov 15, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

After the successful ECR11 run.. let's hit the asphalt again and get ready 2010 marathon calendar.. starting with Mumbai..


Inspite of the inclement weather, we had record participation in our ECR11.. Let's keep the momentum going and keep running.. and have fun running most of all..  See you tomorrow..

Run schedule for tomorrow..

Date: November 15, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route @ run.com).

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...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

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ECR11 - ONLY SPOT REGISTRATIONS OPEN

We've got an overwhelming response for ECR11, and thank You for that! Keeping this in mind, we are working hard to make the ECR11 experience a pleasant and a memorable one.

For us to be able to handle and manage logistics well, the following Registration Options remain closed as on Friday, the 6th of November -

• Web Registration
• Sunday Registration
• Mail-in Registration
• Store Registration

However, we still have Spot Registrations Open!! So, if you've made up your mind to RUN ECR11, do come over to the venue and get yourself registered.

Note:

1. Please remember, Spot Registrations are on a first-come-first-serve basis. Spot Registrations close at 6AM on the 8th of November. The closing of Spot Registrations is solely under the discretion of the Race Director.
2. We've announced a delay in start time of all categories of runs by 1 hour.
   

ECR11 - IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

MEN MAY COME & MEN MAY GO, BUT RUNNERS GO ON FOREVER...

...AND SO WILL ECR11!


The Rain God has decided to lushly bless Chennai :-)

So, for Your convenience and safety, here is an announcement -

"CHENNAI RUNNERS ECR11 ON NOV 8TH, START TO BE DELAYED BY 1HOUR FOR ALL DISTANCE CATEGORIES"

Everything else remains the same!!

See You on the ECR @ ECR11!

Run Schedule for Sunday, Nov 1, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Good luck to Narayanan, Shanker, Puru, KP & Hari @ Airtel Half Marathon in Delhi.. Have fun..


One week to go ECR#11.. Are you ready ? 

Run schedule for tomorrow..

Date: November 01, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route @ run.com).

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...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

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Run Schedule for Sunday, Oct 25, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Two weeks to go ECR#11.. let's get ready.. let's run tomorrow..

Run schedule for tomorrow..

Date: October 25, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route @ run.com).

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...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

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Cool ECR 11 - Poster

Thanks to Kodak & Ram Dhasari.. we got a cool poster for ECR#11.. It is round the corner.. Are you ready?

Run Schedule for Sunday, Oct 18, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

First Happy Diwali.. May the festival of lights bring joy to and your family.. 
Second.. Let's hit the road big time tomorrow to burn off those calories added (or will be added) during the course this festival season..


If that doesn't motivate you.. this sure will.. Why Do You Run ?

Run schedule for tomorrow..

Date: October 18, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route @ run.com).

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...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

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ECR11 - It's Round the Corner

“If you want to become the best runner you can be, start now. Don’t spend the rest of your life wondering if you can do it.”

Here is YOUR chance to START running!

ECR11 is just round the corner - JUST over 28 Days to Go!

The Registrations are Now OPEN!
(read on for more details...)

Event Venue - MGM Beach Resorts, East Coast Road
Event Date - November 8th, 2009

Event Flag-Off Timings
30 Kms & 25 Kms - 5:00 AM
20 Kms - 5:30 AM
15 Kms & 10 Kms - 6:00 AM
5 Kms - 6:45 AM
PLEASE NOTE: Participants should be present at the venue at least 30 minutes prior to the flag-off time of the respective events

Event Participation Fee - Rs.275/- Only

Registration
You can register yourself in more than one way! Here are the options...

Web Registration
Sunday Registration

Mail-in Registration
Store Registration
(PLEASE SEE "REGISTRATION OPTIONS" PDF DOCUMENT LINK BELOW FOR MORE DETAILS ON EACH OF THE ABOVE OPTIONS)

So....What's the Wait for?
Register for EC11 and START RUNNING!

"Runners just do it. They run for the finish line even if someone else has reached it first."

Did I hear YOU say "I'm IN"?

DOWNLOADS
(Right-click on the links below and "Save")
ECR11 Registration Form
REGISTRATION OPTIONS

Run Schedule for Sunday, Oct 11, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Run schedule for tomorrow..

Date: October 11, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route @ run.com).

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...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

View Anna University, Cafeteria in a larger map

Run Schedule for tomorow - Sunday, Oct 04, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Run schedule for tomorrow..

Date: October 04, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route @ run.com).

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...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

View Anna University, Cafeteria in a larger map

Run Schedule for tomorow - Sunday, Sep 27, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

We will be running Chennai Half Marathon tomorrow (September 27, 2009).. Do half marathon or just 7K but do participate and have fun.. Half marathon starts at 6:00 AM (for men)  / 6:30 AM (for women) and the 7K starts @ 7:30 AM.  Organizers are expecting large turn out so pl. do give sufficient time to wade through the crowd and stretch before the start.

Good Luck.. see you all tomorrow.. my BIB # 4320

Running Schedule - Sunday, Sep 20, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Run schedule for tomorrow..

Date: September 20, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route @ run.com).

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...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

View Anna University, Cafeteria in a larger map

Run Schedule for Tomorrow - Sunday, September 13, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Run schedule for tomorrow..

Date: September 13, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route @ run.com).

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...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

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Running Schedule - Sunday, Sep 06, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

After a good Hyderabad & Terry Fox run.. we are back to our routine.. Let's show up in record numbers to have a solid run.. Perhaps this clip will give you the inspiration.. if you need one..

Run schedule for tomorrow..

Date: Sep 06, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route @ run.com).

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...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

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Run Schedule for Sunday, Aug 30, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners
Many of us off to Hyderabad Marathon and will not be in Chennai.. but the run will go on. Ramani, Ramesh S and others planning to do our regular run and go to IIT for Terry Fox run.. So, please do meet up in Anna University tomorrow and do your run..

Run schedule for tomorrow..

Date: Aug 30, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route @ run.com).

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...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Thanks to Ramprasad and Kodak we have got a bunch of posters.. Ramani will be bringing them to the Sunday run.. Please help us spread the word by displaying the posters wherever feasible.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

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Run Schedule for Tomorrow - Sunday, Aug 23, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners
Are you searching for a reason to start running.. here is reason # 273

Meet John Devasir, he is 84 years young and recently won a bronze medal in world veterans athletic meet in Finland. He took to running only in his 70s and never misses a day of practice.

Mr. Devasir specializes in sprint and clocks 16.x seconds. I met him in YMCA this morning and that sure made my day...

Don't look beyond reason # 273.. starting running today..

Run schedule for tomorrow..

Date: Aug 23, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route @ run.com).

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...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Thanks to Ramprasad and Kodak we have got a bunch of posters.. Ramani will be bringing them to the Sunday run.. Please help us spread the word by displaying the posters wherever feasible.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

View Anna University, Cafeteria in a larger map

Schedule for Sunday Run - Aug 16, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Run schedule for tomorrow..

Date: Aug 16, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route @ run.com).

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...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Thanks to Ramprasad and Kodak we have got a bunch of posters.. Ramani will be bringing them to the Sunday run.. Please help us spread the word by displaying the posters wherever feasible.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

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Running Schedule - Sunday, Aug 9, 2009

"The miracle isn't that I finished. The miracle is that I had the courage to start."

-John Bingham

Dear Chennai Runners

Run schedule for tomorrow.. Do you have the courage to start?? Be there..

Date: Aug 9, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route @ run.com).

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...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Thanks to Ramprasad and Kodak we have got a bunch of posters.. Ramani will be bringing them to the Sunday run.. Please help us spread the word by displaying the posters wherever feasible.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

View Anna University, Cafeteria in a larger map

Hyderabad Marathon - Aug 30, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

As you all know by now, Hyderabad Marathon organized by our fellow runners in the twin city is happening in a few weeks on Aug 30, 2009. Several Chennai Runners are planning to go.. Please do take a moment to update this form below.. this will ensure us to communicate and plan our travel better..

Looking forward to seeing a large contingent from Chennai going to Hyderabad for this run..

Sunday, Aug 2, 2009 - Run Schedule

Dear Chennai Runners

After the sucessful 10th ECR Run.. Let's get back to routine and Do More.. What's your next big run ? (I am shooting for HYD Marathon)

Date: Aug 2, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route @ run.com).

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...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Thanks to Ramprasad and Kodak we have got a bunch of posters.. Ramani will be bringing them to the Sunday run.. Please help us spread the word by displaying the posters wherever feasible.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

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Wednesday Run - Alwarpet Group

Hello Runners,

After the eventfull ECR 10 run, its time to prepare for the next ECR run. New runners - tomorrow's easy run is your opportunity to start running and kick off the preparations for ECR 11 in October / November.

Lets get more of chennai on the roads !!

Meet Time : 5:00 AM

Start Time : 5:15 AM

Meeting Place : Dimensions Gym , Near Sony World, C P Ramaswamy Road

Happy Running

kk

( P.S. Am out of town , but will be running at the same time :)

ECR 10 - Raising the Bar

Dear Chennai Runners..

ECR runs are getting better with every run.. and the one we conducted today simply raised the bar several notch.. thanks to the tireless work done by Balaji and the volunteers... We had several firsts.. let me see if I can list some of them......

Full Marathon: We had two Saravanans doing full marathon in ECR 10. These guys chugged along braving the sheering heat and humid conditions to complete the full.. it take a lot of physical and mental stamina to achieve that.. Saravanans: Congratulations on a great job. Sarav; Do join us whenever you visit Chennai.

100+ Runners: We crossed the magical number of 100 this time... It shows that the 'running' is catching on in Chennai.. slowly but surely..

Event Book: We published an event book for the first time. Thanks to Balaji.. it was simple and contained all pertinent information..

Youngest Runner: We had runners from 11 to 64 participate today... Though not sure, this is perhaps the first time we had such a young runner participate in an ECR run..

TV Coverage: Thanks to Archana & KK, NDTV Hindu covered ECR10

It takes a dedicated bunch to organize an event like this.. ALL on a voluntary basis.. they do it because they are passionate about running and truly want to see the habit catch on in Chennai.

Volunteers: The success of any event like this depends on the dedication of the volunteers and we had a great team for ECR10.. These guys are passionate runners themselves.. went out of their way to make the runners comfortable. Thanks Rajesh, Ram, Karthik, Vijetha, Senthil, Tiger, Hari, Radhakrishnan, Arun, Nisha, Subra and few others I am forgetting.. Awesome.. You guys rock.. a BIG Salute..

Balaji: He was the race director for ECR10... From the creative event book to mile marking to running around to organize all the sundry but important things.. You did an amazing job of getting things various things on a even keel.. Thanks Balaji.

Bicycle Group: Thanks guys.. some of you ran and then coasted up and down to encourage the runners..

Rajamanikam: Thanks for the spreading the fitness mantra in your part of the world and bringing 25+ for the run.. I sure hope the folks who ran today.. take to fitness in and see a positive change in their lives..

Ramani: Thanks a bunch of tirelessly spreading the word and taking the lead on poster printing, BIB printing and distribution.. Your enthusiacm is truly afflictive..

Ram Prasad: Thanks for connecting us to Kodak and making the posters possible for the run..

Subra: Thanks for taking care of issuing the certificates.. you took it upon and did a thorough job of it.. Thanks a bunch..

Kodak: Thanks for the posters.. they help spread the word.. And for the photographers... who were with us all thru the run.. capturing the 'kodak moment'.. that we will cherish for a long time to come..

EMRI / 108: Thanks for your ambulance support.. your presense gave a us comfort feeling.. which is crucial for any event like this..

Last but not the least. Runners... You guys made it a success.. waking up early to be part of the event.. Keep running and feel the difference yourself..

Photos & Videos: Many took them.. Please do load them on to flickr / picassa / outube ..and tag them with ChennaiRunners and ECR10.

Once again a BIG Thanks to all of you for making the run a success.. see you all in ECR11 in Oct / Nov 2009.. Till then keep running and keep smiling..

Ram Viswanathan

Sunday July 19, 2009 - Run Schedule

Dear Chennai Runners

"Ask yourself: 'Can I give more?'. The answer is usually: 'Yes'." -Paul Tergat, Kenyan marathoner

So, what is your answer? I am sure it's an YES.. 10th ECR is just a week away.. and Are you Ready?? See you in our practice run tomorrow.. do join us..

Date: July 19, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route @ run.com).

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...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Thanks to Ramprasad and Kodak we have got a bunch of posters.. Ramani will be bringing them to the Sunday run.. Please help us spread the word by displaying the posters wherever feasible.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

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Sunday, July 12, 2009 - Run Schedule

Dear Chennai Runners

Whether you believe you can or believe you can't, you're probably right. - -Henry Ford

So what do you believe? With ECR10 just a 2 Sundays away, are you ready to get out and do your best? If yes, then join us tomorrow

Date: July 12, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)


Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route @ run.com).

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...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Thanks to Ramprasad and Kodak we have got a bunch of posters.. Ramani will be bringing them to the Sunday run.. Please help us spread the word by displaying the posters wherever feasible.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

View Anna University, Cafeteria in a larger map

Run Schedule for Tomorrow, Sunday July 5, 2009

Dear Chennai Runners

Running is the greatest metaphor for life, because you get out of it what you put into it. -Oprah Winfrey

Now, what are you willing to put into your running / your fitness / your life? With ECR10 just a 3 Sundays away, are you ready to put the max in your life? If yes, then join us this Sunday and every Sunday..

Date: July 05, 2009
Day: Sunday
Assemble by : 5.00 a.m
Start Time: 5.15 a.m (sharp)
Starting Location: Anna University - Near Cafeteria (which is close to the Anna University athletic grounds)

Parking: Two options..

1. Near the main entrance via Raj Bhavan Road (This is open all the time.. and use this entrance if you are coming before 5:00 AM)
   
2. Near the side entrance via the Kotturpuram Road. (Gate opens only @ 5:00 AM, sometimes you have to gently push the sleeping security guard to open the gate for you..)
   

Route: Classic or Classic Plus (Pl. familiarize with the route @ run.com).

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...

Beginners and experienced alike..: We would like all of you to join us in the run and have loads of run.. but if you are not join us @ 5:15 AM for some reason.. come down to Anna University anyways and run what you can.. and joins us for the informal 'networking' dutch breakfast at Anna University Cafeteria around 7:30 AM.

Anna University Cafeteria Location - Starting Point for Sunday Runs

View Anna University, Cafeteria in a larger map