A Science-Based Approach to Your Running Journey
Running is for everyone, not just born athletes. From your first 10k to marathon pacing, I use a science-based method to help you run safely and consistently.
I believe running is for everyone, and this is what our community is all about. Here I am with a group of energetic runners, sharing the joy of movement and busting the myth that running is only for the young.
This is what pure determination looks like. I am incredibly proud of Chandrika Roy Chaudhary, who secured a podium finish in the 55+ age category. It proves that with structured training, age is truly just a number.
A key part of my coaching is building functional strength. This weighted step-up is a versatile workout for stability, balance, and explosive power, targeting different leg muscles depending on the step height. This is science based training in action.
For those who dream of bigger challenges, the Sahyadri Mountains are an ultra runner's paradise. This is a glimpse into the high-altitude and trail running programs I offer for athletes looking to test their ultimate limits.
To make running accessible to everyone, I collaborated with Cult on a comprehensive video series, 'Kickstarting Your Running Journey'. This program is designed to help you overcome excuses and embrace running with proper, injury free form.
Here we are kicking off the preparations for the TCS World 10K. Seeing such a large, enthusiastic group ready to take on a new challenge is what fuels my passion for coaching. This is the 10th year of our flagship 'Ten Weeks to Ten Km' program.
It was an honor to meet and listen to the god of running himself, Eliud Kipchoge. His humility, discipline, and incredible work ethic are a lesson for every runner and coach. Moments like these are a huge learning experience.
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Many runners rush into high mileage without prepping their joints. I insist on specific mobility drills for your ankles and soleus muscles from week one, ensuring your foundation is stable before we even think about chasing faster paces or longer distances.
My coaching philosophy is built on one simple truth: you can run, no matter your starting point or age. My approach is not about shortcuts or quick fixes. It is about building a sustainable runner through a structured, science-based method that covers the pillars of endurance, stamina, strength, and mobility.
Whether you are a beginner looking to complete your first 'Ten Weeks to Ten Km' program or a seasoned athlete chasing a personal best in a full marathon, the training logic remains the same. We focus on injury prevention because you cannot improve if you are sidelined. This means we analyze your training data to adjust your intensity, ensuring you are not overtraining.
We train in a 'Jatre'—a community spirit where we celebrate every win together. You have the flexibility to choose how you train. If you prefer the energy of a group, join us for supervised sessions in Bengaluru, Pune, or Kolkata, where we work on speed intervals and tempo runs. If your schedule is demanding, my app-based remote coaching provides you with a personalized training schedule and weekly data reviews to keep you on track. We even cater to specific needs with 'Fitness for Fab Seniors' and high-altitude trail preparation for ultra-marathoners. Let's move forward, one step at a time.
Pramod Deshpande
I am Pramod. I stepped away from the IT world to follow my passion for running, and today I focus on helping you realize that 'Neevu Odabahudu'—you can also run. Whether you are joining me at one of our group centers or training solo through my app, I am here to guide your progress.
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