Embark on a journey of grit and elevation with Race Above Fitcast, powered by Eazr, where we push the limits of fitness and endurance. I'm your host Kunnjal and today we have an esteemed guest Anil Panchal, a dedicated marathon trainer and passionate runner. Anil shares his inspiring journey from joining a running club in 2015 to becoming a certified Marathon Trainer from the American College of Sports & Medicines (ASCM) in 2016. He discusses how his passion for running developed, the goals he set and achieved, and the importance of the social aspect of running clubs in maintaining motivation.

Anil also talks about his experience founding the “Soul Runners” group in 2019, where he trained over 40 members, helping them achieve significant milestones such as running half marathons and reaching the summit of Everest Base Camp. He emphasizes the importance of mental strength and resilience in endurance sports and shares valuable lessons from his ACSM certification.

Listeners will gain insights into Anil’s training programs, strategies for keeping group members motivated, and the challenges he faced in tailoring training to individual needs. Anil also shares his perspective on aging and fitness, his pre-race routines, and how he deals with setbacks like injuries. He provides tips on nutrition, strength training, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle to support running performance and recovery.

Tune in to hear Anil’s advice for older individuals starting or continuing their running journey and how he plans to stay involved in the running community after closing his training group. This episode is packed with inspiration and practical tips for runners of all levels.

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