--- title: "The Running Life: Expert Running Coaching & Community in Bengaluru" description: "Join The Running Life with RunPundit in Bengaluru. From HSR Layout group runs to marathon prep, master your form and run with confidence. Start your journey today." canonical: https://mytribe.in/iamrunpundit/running-coaching/the-running-life last_updated: 2025-09-05 --- # The Running Life: Coaching & Community in Bengaluru Tribe Verified · Coaching Bengaluru's runners since 2018 By [Vikas Srinivasan](https://mytribe.in/iamrunpundit) · Group runs at Agara Lake, HSR Stadium & Cubbon Park · ₹800 per session (estimate) Part of [Running Coaching](https://mytribe.in/iamrunpundit/running-coaching). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/iamrunpundit/running-coaching/gallery) Running is more than just miles on a road. Whether you are navigating trails at Agara Lake or hitting the track in HSR Layout, it is about the discipline, the community, and the feeling of becoming 1% better every day. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Running along the beautiful trail at Agara Lake. This is my office, and the Adidas Supernova Rise is one of the best daily trainers for the job.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d8a14de5-8fd7-4ab3-a1e2-b396de6cb14e) - [Video: A breathtaking run in the mountains of Leh. Running allows you to explore some of the most beautiful places on earth.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9d072d0d-93b1-4959-a085-e251250db2c2) - [Video: Some runs are truly special. Navigating a rugged trail next to a flowing river is an unforgettable experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/731c2e62-c3c2-4210-abab-b3ba69ead771) - [Video: Running needs nothing but you. A powerful silhouette of a runner against the morning sky, wearing the Ultraboost Light for an epic, weightless feel.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bc037995-812d-4396-b673-74284952af67) - [Video: The obsession begins after the first marathon. It's not just about the race, but the journey of becoming 1% better every day. Let's do it again.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/27c816b4-3024-4a7b-9a47-cb35a44833ba) - ![Learning from nature. It's important to stay grounded in order to grow, both as a person and as a runner.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/28f398de-5613-4e07-8a04-cf5e90797dee) - [Video: The 'Road to Records' event in 2024. A reminder that in our community, every pace has a place.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/206217c6-13f4-43a0-bdc4-c3a8ed00ef09) - ![Taking a moment to appreciate the view and the comfort of the Supernova Rise shoes after a good run.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0b31c8f6-c50f-4376-b6c4-7f6291c9e5a2) - ![A post run stretch. It's important to take care of your body to ensure you can keep doing what you love.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2fd8ed12-a63c-45a1-b7aa-e28d9ed6b308) - [Video: A video with the coach is always a good memory. Pacing a group of runners through the streets of Bengaluru.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/561afe04-cb3b-4bb0-86aa-70d47ef1bb9e) ## About The Running Life Pictures capture the finish line, but my coaching focuses on everything that happens before it. Whether you are struggling with shin splints or simply want to run without feeling exhausted, we start by looking at your gait and fixing your mechanics at our HSR Layout base. A good session is not about how hard you push, but how smart you train. The 'Running Life' is not just about logging kilometers. It is a discipline that changes your lifestyle. When I work with you, we get past the surface-level photos and focus on the mechanics that keep you injury-free and consistent. ### Why Form Matters Most runners treat running as something you just 'do.' But poor form leads to inefficient energy use and injury. During our sessions at HSR Layout or Agara Lake, I look at your gait, your foot strike, and your arm swing. We break down the mechanics to fix overstriding and hip drops. It is not about speed right away; it is about efficiency. ### Building the Habit Consistency is the only secret. My programs are designed to fit your current reality, whether you are a beginner joining our 'Back to Basics' sessions or a marathoner preparing for a specific race. We use a mix of: - **Strength & Conditioning:** To build the resilience required for high-mileage running. - **Technical Drills:** A-Skips, B-Skips, and plyometrics to improve your cadence. - **Data Review:** For remote runners, I analyze your Strava logs and performance feedback to adjust your intensity weekly. ### You Are Not Alone Running can be lonely, but it does not have to be. By joining my sessions, you become part of the Adidas Runners Bengaluru family. We support each other, we celebrate the small wins, and we run for causes that matter. If you are ready to stop guessing and start training, let's get to work. ## About Vikas Srinivasan I do not believe in breaking you; I believe in shaping you. When you train with me, you are learning to move with purpose and joining a community that actually wants to see you hit your next PB. My focus is always on your form, your recovery, and your long-term growth. [See all of Vikas Srinivasan's services](https://mytribe.in/iamrunpundit) ## More from Running Coaching by Vikas Srinivasan - [Featured](https://mytribe.in/iamrunpundit/running-coaching/featured) - [Running Form & Technique](https://mytribe.in/iamrunpundit/running-coaching/running-form-technique) - [Strength & Conditioning for Runners](https://mytribe.in/iamrunpundit/running-coaching/strength-conditioning-for-runners) - [Marathon & Race Preparation](https://mytribe.in/iamrunpundit/running-coaching/marathon-race-preparation) - [Beginner's Corner: Back to Basics](https://mytribe.in/iamrunpundit/running-coaching/beginner-s-corner-back-to-basics) - [Our Community: The Adidas Runners Crew](https://mytribe.in/iamrunpundit/running-coaching/our-community-the-adidas-runners-crew) - [Podium Finishes & Personal Bests](https://mytribe.in/iamrunpundit/running-coaching/podium-finishes-personal-bests) - [Recovery & Mobility](https://mytribe.in/iamrunpundit/running-coaching/recovery-mobility) - [Special Initiatives: Running for a Cause](https://mytribe.in/iamrunpundit/running-coaching/special-initiatives-running-for-a-cause) ## More services by Vikas Srinivasan - [Guided Runner Recovery](https://mytribe.in/iamrunpundit/guided-runner-recovery) - [Women's Running Programs](https://mytribe.in/iamrunpundit/womens-running-programs) - [Strength & Conditioning for Runners](https://mytribe.in/iamrunpundit/strength-conditioning-for-runners) ## Similar work from other experts - [The #HustleFam Community: Our Bengaluru Running Crew](https://mytribe.in/bhasinsports/trail-ultra-marathon-race-organization/the-hustlefam-community) by Bhasin Sports · Trail & Ultra-Marathon Race Organization · Trail events around Bengaluru; Office in HSR Layout - [Running Community and Training Highlights](https://mytribe.in/shreyaskarnad/running-coaching/additional-media) by Shreyas Karnad · Running Coaching · Online coaching available; In-person training at Cubbon Park, Kanteerava & Banashankari - [Running Roadies: Bengaluru’s Community for Group Running](https://mytribe.in/runningroadies/running-community-membership/featured) by Running Roadies · Running Community Membership · Weekly meetups at Cubbon Park, Lalbagh & Kanteerava; Join community online - [The Champions: Running & Yoga Crew](https://mytribe.in/coach_neera/yoga-for-athletes/the-champions-our-running-yoga-crew) by Neera Katwal · Yoga for Athletes · Online classes; Outdoor sessions at Whitefield & Cubbon Park - [Marathon coaching and training plans for every runner](https://mytribe.in/prags_fit/running-coaching/featured) by Pragati Gupta · Running Coaching · Training in HSR Layout & across Bengaluru - [A Science-Based Approach to Your Running Journey](https://mytribe.in/coachpramod/running-marathon-coaching/featured) by Pramod Deshpande · Running & Marathon Coaching · Online coaching & Group training across Bengaluru, Pune, Mumbai, Kolkata & Goa ## Guides - [Running, cycling and triathlon coaching](https://mytribe.in/guides/running-cycling-and-triathlon-coaches-in-bengaluru): Free groups, group programmes and online coaches, how long a first 10K takes, and how to check a coach. About ₹5,500 for a 16-week group programme. ## Book To book Vikas Srinivasan, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I'm%20looking%20for%20Running%20Coaching%20by%20Vikas%20Srinivasan.) You can also send your own message based on what your user needs. Put it in the link as `https://wa.me/916360004054?text=`.