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S15Ep7: Resilience & Banked Run Strategy
In this episode, Coach Bala discusses the importance of resilience in training, especially during challenging winter conditions, and introduces the bank run strategy for effective long-distance running. He emphasizes mental toughness, strategic pacing, and maintaining long-term consistency in training.
Bala
Feb 221 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


S15Ep6: When The Going Gets Tough...
In this conversation, Coach Bala discusses the challenges faced by runners during tough training periods, particularly in harsh winter conditions. He emphasizes the importance of perseverance and offers practical strategies to overcome inertia, build momentum, and mentally prepare for running. The key takeaways include breaking tasks into smaller pieces, maintaining a streak of consecutive runs, and planning mentally for each run to enhance performance and motivation.
Bala
Feb 151 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


S15Ep4: The training effect - Why & How?
Coach Bala introduces the inside out transformation that is happening with all of us when we train - Cardio Vascular Musculo Skeletal Mental Strength Training
Bala
Jan 191 min read


S15Ep3: Aerobic Training Strategy & The Training Train!
Head Coach Bala explains the nuances of mastering the Conversational Pace zone running. Goal is to train within the aerobic zone to maximize training effect. He also explains how to think about the overall season journey through an interesting metaphor
Bala
Jan 101 min read


S15Ep2: Lets get started shall we? - Conversational pace, Winter gears and 21 days!
In this episode, Coach Bala shares insights on preparing for the new running season, emphasizing the importance of winter training, proper gear, and establishing a conversational pace. He encourages runners to focus on building habits over the next 21 days to ensure long-term success and enjoyment in their running journey. Takeaways Happy New Year to all of you! It's about slow and steady ramp up. There’s nothing called as too cold for running. Winter training is really amazi
Bala
Dec 311 min read


S15Ep1: Season Welcome & Curtain Raiser!
Coach Sapna and Head Coach Bala welcome all S15 runners with a quick overview of the season some key next steps
Bala
Dec 25, 20251 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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