I was a reluctant runner although I often claimed that “I can walk any distance..” The motivation to run came from running for a bigger cause (in this case basic education for children without access in India) and the challenge of stretching myself beyond what I had ever attempted in the past. My husband Radha’s running tips and motivation from other groups including Dhiraj from Team Asha and TISS PM&IR groups helped.

The end was sweet and a bit of sore muscles . The biggest benefit for me was the strength I got from running itself and from developing a “marathon mindset” –not aspiring for the destination but taking one small step at a time and enjoying the journey..

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