Shiva Purnachandra
Coach
"Running is not just a journey of miles but a path to self-discovery—where every step reveals your strength, resilience, and the amazing person you are becoming."
Shiva Purnachandra (Shiva) embarked on his RHWB running journey during Season 5, inspired by the remarkable transformation of his close friend Ajit and his son Aarnav. Currently residing in Oak Hill, VA, a suburb of Washington, D.C., Shiva lives with his wife Sukhi Sahni and their two daughters, Suhani and Sanaa.
From a young age, Caoch Shiva has had an active lifestyle, participating in various school sports, including short-distance running, basketball, and kabaddi. While he dabbled in 5K and 10K races before joining RHWB, it was through this community that he began his structured endurance running journey.
Since then, he has successfully completed several races, including three marathons, a half marathon, and multiple 10K events.
Coach Shiva strongly resonates with RHWB’s mission of building amazing human beings, not just amazing runners. For him, running is more than physical fitness—it is an opportunity for self-discovery and personal growth.
Beyond running, Coach Shiva is passionate about cooking and enjoys experimenting with spices and new recipes with friends and the three special women in his life. He also finds joy in reading non-fiction books, continually learning and exploring new perspectives.
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