Notes from
building it.

What went in, what stayed out, and why. Short reads, occasional.

CitySeptember 2026 · 8 min
Running in Mumbai: where people run, and when
Where people actually run in Mumbai, from Marine Drive and Carter Road to Aarey and BKC, plus when to go, the monsoon, and how to find a running group.
RacesSeptember 2026 · 6 min
Choosing your first race: 5K, 10K or half in India
5K or 10K for your first race? How to pick a distance, when India's running season is, how entries, cut-offs and bib expos work, and why to go with friends.
ClubsSeptember 2026 · 7 min
How to start a running club that lasts
How to start a running club that lasts: one fixed time and place, a looping route, a no-drop rule, three people to begin with, and chai afterwards.
GuideSeptember 2026 · 6 min
Your first group run: what to expect
New to running clubs? Group run etiquette, pace groups and no-drop runs, what to bring for early humid starts in India, and what to do if you are slow.
GuideSeptember 2026 · 6 min
How to find running partners near you
How to find running partners: clubs, group runs, WhatsApp groups and apps, what makes a good running buddy, how to ask, staying safe, and keeping it going.
WelcomeSeptember 2026 · 5 min
Runstra is the part before the run
We took out the tracking, the leagues and the leaderboards, and kept the only thing that reliably got anyone out of the door: other people. Runs, clubs, races, and the whole app in one read.