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S16Ep3: Why Custom Insoles for your shoes?
Upgrade Your Run: The Power of Custom Insoles Your running shoes provide the foundation—but custom insoles can personalize that foundation to your unique feet. In this episode of Beyond The Mile with Bala, we explore how custom insoles may help improve foot support, alignment, pressure distribution, comfort, and running efficiency—especially over the thousands of steps that come with long-distance training. Because every runner is different, the right support can make a meani
Bala
Aug 111 min read


Beyond The Mile S16Ep2: Shoes - Expense or Investment?
**Choosing the Right Running Shoes: Your Ultimate Guide for Injury-Free Miles** When it comes to running, the right shoes can make all the difference. Are you using the right pair for those 20 miles? In this post, we’ll explore why your running shoes are more than just equipment—they’re essential training partners that help you stay injury-free and run efficiently. With insights from seasoned coach Bala, you’ll learn how to choose the perfect shoes, respect their lifespan, an
Bala
Aug 51 min read


The Dispatch: August 2026
Because runners need memos too (not just miles)! Season 16 Kick-off Welcome to Season 16 of RHWB! Whether you're joining us for the first time or returning for another season, we're excited to have you with us. This season's theme is Run Beyond Limits. Running beyond limits isn't just about going farther or faster. It's about showing up consistently, pushing past self-imposed boundaries, and discovering you're capable of more than you ever imagined. Every workout is a chance
Sujaa Raghunath
Jul 313 min read


#BeyondTheMile: S16Ep1 - Let's get started!
# Run Beyond Limits: Embracing the Journey of Running Welcome to season 16 of RHWB! This season's tagline is "Run Beyond Limits." But what does it really mean to run beyond limits? Is it about distance? Is it about pace? Ultimately, it’s about discovering that you’re capable of far more than you ever believed. #The Journey: Commitment, Resilience, and Fun This season will challenge you in various ways. There will be mornings when every step feels effortless, and there will be
Bala
Jul 261 min read


The Dispatch: February 2026
Because runners need memos too (not just miles)! Training Bytes from Coach Bala Tune into Head Coach Bala’s weekly messages. These are quick 10min insights that complement your training and help you run stronger and smarter. Here are the links for Mesocycle 2- Week 7: Resilience & Banked Run Strategy Week 6: When the Going Gets Tough Week 5: Meso Structure and Training Strateg Week 4: The Training Effect - Why & How? Keep the momentum going on the incredible journey you’ve al
Sujaa Raghunath
Feb 223 min read


Reflections Ep84: Running beyond limits with senior runners Vijee, Naresh & Sid
In this episode of Reflections podcast, GV Ganesh welcomes three experienced runners from the RSWB community to share their personal journeys, training experiences, and race day highlights. The conversation emphasizes the importance of mental strength, consistency, and community support in achieving running goals. Each guest reflects on their challenges, the role of nutrition and sleep in their training, and the emotional moments that have shaped their running experiences. Th
Bala
Feb 111 min read


Reflections Ep81: Destination Marathons - Running around the world!
Summary In this episode of the RHWB podcast, Coach Indu and three runners, Neeraj, Vinny, and Srini, share their experiences and insights from running various marathons, including international events. They discuss the importance of community support, the challenges faced during training and races, and the memories created through running. The conversation emphasizes the significance of reflection, the joy of running, and the friendships formed along the way. Each runner shar
Bala
Oct 20, 20251 min read


The Dispatch: Aug'25
Bcos runners need memos too! (Not just miles) Be Part of History - RHWB's First Runner Retreat! We're thrilled to host our first-ever Weekend Runners Retreat in the scenic Poconos Mountains ! Time to sit back, relax, enjoy the training journey, network and have fun! When: 5pm Friday October 3rd - 9am Sunday October 5th, 2025 Where: Retreat center in the midst of the beautiful Poconos mountains What's in store: Yoga & mindful movement Group runs & outdoor adventures Campfi
Sujaa Raghunath
Aug 24, 20252 min read


Reflections Ep77: Ultra Marathon Walk w/Anjali, Aarathi & Roopa
In this episode of the Reflections podcast, Coach Bala introduces three remarkable women from the RHWB community who share their...
Bala
Aug 9, 20251 min read
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