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Namma Run Bengaluru: 5 Preparations in the Last 7 Days Will Make the Marathon Easy!
- •Gradually reduce training in the last 7 days before a marathon, stopping fast and long runs.
- •Eat energy-giving foods like rice, roti, bananas, oats, and sweet potatoes in the last three to four days.
- •Drink enough water daily, adding salt, lemon water, or an electrolyte drink to prevent muscle cramps.
- •Prioritize 7-8 hours of sleep daily, especially in the two nights before the race.
- •Prepare your running shoes, clothes, bib number, energy gels, and other necessary items in advance.
- •'Namma Run Bengaluru 2026', organized by News18 Kannada, will start on October 11 at NICE Road Toll Plaza.
- •There is a prize money of approximately ₹3-4 lakhs for competitive categories.
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In the final week before the marathon, runners should gradually reduce training distance by 40 to 60 percent, focus on energy-giving foods like rice and bananas, maintain water and electrolyte balance, prioritize 7-8 hours of sleep, and thoroughly check gear and route plans. Complete rest two days before the race is also recommended.
Organized by News18 Kannada, Namma Run Bengaluru 2026 will start on October 11 at 5:30 AM at the NICE Road Toll Plaza, located behind PES College in Hosakerehalli, Bengaluru.
The event features children's 1 km and 2 km fun runs, a senior 3 km walkathon, 5 km and 10 km fun runs, competitive 5 km and 10 km timed runs, and a 21 km half marathon. Competitive categories feature a total prize money pool of approximately ₹3-4 lakhs.
