21.1 KM — Finished 19th Overall! Chip Time ⏱️ 1:34:45 Category (26–35 yrs Male) — 6th Place
This was my first-ever hill race at IIT Bombay, and I gave my 100% effort to make it to the Top 3. In fact, I was among the top 3 runners during the first half, but after 13 km my pace started to slow down. The reason — I’d been unwell for the last 10 days, struggling with cold and cough, which made it hard to breathe properly.
Some of you might have noticed it in my last Sunday’s 45 km practice run — my breathing was heavy, and my voice wasn’t clear. Even during the race, I was facing the same challenge as my throat was sore and congested. 🥺
But no regrets — every race teaches something new. 🙏 Even though I missed the podium, I’m happy to secure 6th place in my category for the first time. Last time, I was 8th — so yes, there’s a small step forward, not in time but in ranking. 💪
Now, my next goal is clear — to break my personal best of 1:28:29 very soon. I truly believe I can, and I’ll come back stronger, faster, and better in the next race. 🔥🏃♂️
A big thank you to my Run With Nikhil family for always being there on race day — cheering, meeting, clicking pictures, and sharing love & support. You all make every finish line feel extra special for me. ❤️🙌
My first ever Starbucks visit 😎☕ People research before buying a new car… And I researched which Starbucks coffee tastes best! 😂 Ordered Belgium Chocolate Frappuccino Coffee — totally worth it 🤌✨ But ₹680 for one coffee 😅 Nikhil be like — “Isme to pura Nestlé Coffee bottle aa jata ghar ke liye!” 🤭
Pushing limits, chasing pace, and flying through every rep 💨 Fueled by Fast&Up ⚡ & powered by Red Bull – it gives me wings! 🪽 Hydrated with Impact Water 💧 – giving me that extra energy to perform stronger and faster every session 💪 Wearing Sorgen Compression Socks 🧦 for better recovery, comfort, and performance. Use my discount code 👉 RUNNIKHIL 👈 for an extra discount on Sorgen products!
📺 YouTube Channel: [Run With Nikhil] – Subscribe for training tips, motivation, and real runner stories 🎥
Today’s Speed Intervals Plan 🏁
Warm-up: 1.2 km easy jog @ 6:30 pace 🏃♂️
Main Set: • 400m × 4 @ 3:00 pace, 2 min break ⏱️ • 400m × 4 @ 3:05 pace, 2 min break ⏱️ • 400m × 4 @ 3:10 pace, 2 min break ⏱️ • 400m × 4 @ 3:15 pace, 2 min break ⏱️
Cool-down: 2 km slow jog @ 7:00 pace 🧘♂️
Location: 🏟️ Bandra Wings Ground, Mumbai – the best track for speed running sessions and interval workouts in the city! 🇮🇳
Total: 16 reps – focus on form, rhythm, hydration, and a strong finish 💥
42 KM — Finished 11th Place! Last year I ranked 19th, so this year I’m really happy to see a bit of improvement in my running journey 💪✨
This was my 2nd year running in Pune, and honestly, it felt amazing meeting and talking with all my runner friends and supporters 🫶 I can’t even express how special you all made my day — your love and encouragement truly mean the world to me ❤️
Coming to Pune made me realize how many runners genuinely support and love me. You guys are the best — Love you, Pune! 🏙️ I’ll definitely be back next year to run again with even more energy and passion 💥
Also felt super lucky to run alongside @comradesmarathon Indian 2nd fastest runner — @trainwithyosa27 🏅 It was an unforgettable experience 🙏
Mumbai Ultra – The 12-Hour Run 🥇 1st Place – 105 KM 🏃♂️💨 📸 Photo Dump
This victory isn’t just mine; it’s a journey 🙏💛 Two months before the race, @_midatar @sumitmore1019 & @lil_dreamer_gal Tai sat me down and said: Take your running seriously, you’re a good runner.” I listened — and today their words paid off. Thank you from the heart 💛
Big gratitude to my @kiprunrunning_mumbai Family & @skechersgorunclub Family for their constant support throughout 12 hours of relentless cheering 🙌💪. Special thanks to every hydration point team who gave me a true VIP welcome — calling my name “Nikhil Nikhil Aala!” 🤩💚 It felt like coming home each time, being asked “kuch chahiye?” “khana?” while I was still running. Who does that for someone? You all did. ❤️🙏
And a huge shout-out to @biryaniandwine_ & @priyawaghela15 — Shrey captured these videos & cool shots 📸🎥, helped me with vada pav & T-shirt changes at the right time, making my 12-hour race so much easier 🙌. ✨ Priya Ma’am had supported me in the same race back in 2024 when I didn’t even know her, and once again in 2025 she stood by me till the very end — heartfelt thanks Ma’am 🙏💛
When just 1 hour was left and I was completely drained, my friend @advait_sawant came from behind, held my hand and said: Chal Nikhil, thaktos kaay? Mard Maratha aahe tu! 💥 That one line gave me goosebumps & energy to push faster. Without you, maybe 1st place would’ve slipped away. You were like an angel today 👑🙏🔥
To every runner who supported me in this event — even if I don’t know all your names — thank you from my heart ❤️💛. You don’t have to learn running only from the fastest or most popular runners. I learn something from every small runner too. Everyone has their own running story, and I keep getting inspired.
Thank you to my entire running family. Grateful beyond words 🙏🥹🙌❤️
✨ Special thanks to my sponsors — Team @fastandup_india & @sorgen.co_sports — for fueling and supporting this journey. 🙏💛✨
Today’s morning run – 25 km 🏃♂️💨 Met so many new runner friends along the way 🤝💛. This Sunday, once again, randomly met Kartik Bhai – loved running & having fun with him 😄.
After the run, had breakfast at Wankhede Stadium’s Garware Club House 🏟️☕ – the same place where @rohitsharma45 & the @indiancricketteam have their breakfast 🏏✨. I always used to come here to watch cricket matches, but today was my first time having breakfast here – such a happy & memorable Sunday 😍.
Wish I had met Rohit Sharma today too – maybe next time 🤞☺️ #BetterLuckNextTime
Proud to be an Ambassador in today’s race 🏅✨ Secured 5th Rank in the 10K with a timing of 42:37 min 🏃🔥. Also met so many runners who came from far places like Kolkata and many more 🛫🏃♂️. It felt really nice meeting you all 🤝❤️. Thanks to Ganpati Bappa 🙏 for blessing me with this year’s success 🌸✨
Grateful to complete one year as a Kiprun athlete 🙌 Thank you @dani_boy2196 Sir and @abhi.s_12 for the Decathlon sponsorship opportunity and for always believing in me 🙏 Big thanks to the entire Kiprun runner team for the love and support in every session 💙🏃♂️🔥 Special thanks to my best friends Jay, Mitsu & Noorain — always supporting me in my running journey 💯🤝❤️
Also, a big thanks to Mitali Datar @Mitalidatar-etsy.cakesy for the lovely celebration cake — beautifully made and delicious! 🎂🙏
The 3rd Edition of Mumbai 10K Challenge is back and how! It's going to be bigger and better than ever before and I'm all set to get my PB in this run! It's a beautiful flat, certified route and to top it all off, It's a qualifier too to all major marathons in India.
Additionally, use my code *NIKHIL10* and get a 10% on the registration fees.
Feeling grateful to have contributed 100kms for Team @indiancricketteam in today’s Champions Trophy final! A huge thank you to everyone for your unwavering support. Let’s bring home the victory today! 🇮🇳
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21.1 KM — Finished 19th Overall!
Chip Time ⏱️ 1:34:45
Category (26–35 yrs Male) — 6th Place
This was my first-ever hill race at IIT Bombay, and I gave my 100% effort to make it to the Top 3.
In fact, I was among the top 3 runners during the first half, but after 13 km my pace started to slow down. The reason — I’d been unwell for the last 10 days, struggling with cold and cough, which made it hard to breathe properly.
Some of you might have noticed it in my last Sunday’s 45 km practice run — my breathing was heavy, and my voice wasn’t clear. Even during the race, I was facing the same challenge as my throat was sore and congested. 🥺
But no regrets — every race teaches something new. 🙏
Even though I missed the podium, I’m happy to secure 6th place in my category for the first time. Last time, I was 8th — so yes, there’s a small step forward, not in time but in ranking. 💪
Now, my next goal is clear — to break my personal best of 1:28:29 very soon. I truly believe I can, and I’ll come back stronger, faster, and better in the next race. 🔥🏃♂️
A big thank you to my Run With Nikhil family for always being there on race day — cheering, meeting, clicking pictures, and sharing love & support. You all make every finish line feel extra special for me. ❤️🙌
#IITBombayHalfMarathon #HalfMarathon #RunWithNikhil #Kiprun #RunningCommunity #ProgressNotPerfection #RunnersLife #KeepRunning #NeverGiveUp
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My first ever Starbucks visit 😎☕
People research before buying a new car…
And I researched which Starbucks coffee tastes best! 😂
Ordered Belgium Chocolate Frappuccino Coffee — totally worth it 🤌✨
But ₹680 for one coffee 😅 Nikhil be like — “Isme to pura Nestlé Coffee bottle aa jata ghar ke liye!” 🤭
No doubt — taste 🔥, vibes 💯, experience ☕✨
#StarbucksVibes #FirstTimeExperience #CoffeeLover #BelgiumChocolateFrappuccino #WorthIt #StarbucksIndia #CoffeeAddict #FunnyReel #MoodOn #WeekendVibes #RunWithNikhil #CafeDiaries #TasteTest
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Run with Nikhil 🏃♂️⚡ – Speed Intervals Day!
Pushing limits, chasing pace, and flying through every rep 💨
Fueled by Fast&Up ⚡ & powered by Red Bull – it gives me wings! 🪽
Hydrated with Impact Water 💧 – giving me that extra energy to perform stronger and faster every session 💪
Wearing Sorgen Compression Socks 🧦 for better recovery, comfort, and performance.
Use my discount code 👉 RUNNIKHIL 👈 for an extra discount on Sorgen products!
📺 YouTube Channel: [Run With Nikhil] – Subscribe for training tips, motivation, and real runner stories 🎥
Today’s Speed Intervals Plan 🏁
Warm-up: 1.2 km easy jog @ 6:30 pace 🏃♂️
Main Set:
• 400m × 4 @ 3:00 pace, 2 min break ⏱️
• 400m × 4 @ 3:05 pace, 2 min break ⏱️
• 400m × 4 @ 3:10 pace, 2 min break ⏱️
• 400m × 4 @ 3:15 pace, 2 min break ⏱️
Cool-down: 2 km slow jog @ 7:00 pace 🧘♂️
Location: 🏟️ Bandra Wings Ground, Mumbai – the best track for speed running sessions and interval workouts in the city! 🇮🇳
Total: 16 reps – focus on form, rhythm, hydration, and a strong finish 💥
#RunWithNikhil #SpeedIntervals #FastAndUp #RedBull #ImpactWater #SorgenCompressionSocks #RUNNIKHIL #BandraWings #MumbaiRunners #MarathonTraining #RunnerLife #IntervalTraining #TrackWorkout #FastPace #EnduranceTraining #RunStrong #AthleteLife #Motivation #RunnersOfInstagram #RunningCommunity #StayFuelled #TeamFastAndUp #RunWithNikhilOfficial
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@puneworldmarathon 2025 🏃♂️❤️ Photo Dump
42 KM — Finished 11th Place!
Last year I ranked 19th, so this year I’m really happy to see a bit of improvement in my running journey 💪✨
This was my 2nd year running in Pune, and honestly, it felt amazing meeting and talking with all my runner friends and supporters 🫶
I can’t even express how special you all made my day — your love and encouragement truly mean the world to me ❤️
Coming to Pune made me realize how many runners genuinely support and love me. You guys are the best — Love you, Pune! 🏙️
I’ll definitely be back next year to run again with even more energy and passion 💥
Also felt super lucky to run alongside @comradesmarathon Indian 2nd fastest runner — @trainwithyosa27 🏅 It was an unforgettable experience 🙏
#PuneWorldMarathon #42KM #RunnerLife #MarathonJourney #LoveYouPune #KeepRunning #Motivation #delhivedanta #RunnersCommunity #Gratitude #runnerofindia #ComradesRunner #YogeshSanap #RunningGoals #MarathonRunner 🏃♂️🔥❤️
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Nobody cares about your story until you WIN 🏆🔥
Mumbai Ultra – The 12-Hour Run 🥇 1st Place – 105 KM 🏃♂️💨 📸 Photo Dump
This victory isn’t just mine; it’s a journey 🙏💛 Two months before the race, @_midatar @sumitmore1019 & @lil_dreamer_gal Tai sat me down and said: Take your running seriously, you’re a good runner.” I listened — and today their words paid off. Thank you from the heart 💛
Big gratitude to my @kiprunrunning_mumbai Family & @skechersgorunclub Family for their constant support throughout 12 hours of relentless cheering 🙌💪. Special thanks to every hydration point team who gave me a true VIP welcome — calling my name “Nikhil Nikhil Aala!” 🤩💚 It felt like coming home each time, being asked “kuch chahiye?” “khana?” while I was still running. Who does that for someone? You all did. ❤️🙏
And a huge shout-out to @biryaniandwine_ & @priyawaghela15 — Shrey captured these videos & cool shots 📸🎥, helped me with vada pav & T-shirt changes at the right time, making my 12-hour race so much easier 🙌. ✨ Priya Ma’am had supported me in the same race back in 2024 when I didn’t even know her, and once again in 2025 she stood by me till the very end — heartfelt thanks Ma’am 🙏💛
When just 1 hour was left and I was completely drained, my friend @advait_sawant came from behind, held my hand and said: Chal Nikhil, thaktos kaay? Mard Maratha aahe tu! 💥 That one line gave me goosebumps & energy to push faster. Without you, maybe 1st place would’ve slipped away. You were like an angel today 👑🙏🔥
To every runner who supported me in this event — even if I don’t know all your names — thank you from my heart ❤️💛. You don’t have to learn running only from the fastest or most popular runners. I learn something from every small runner too. Everyone has their own running story, and I keep getting inspired.
Thank you to my entire running family. Grateful beyond words 🙏🥹🙌❤️
✨ Special thanks to my sponsors — Team @fastandup_india & @sorgen.co_sports — for fueling and supporting this journey. 🙏💛✨
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Today’s morning run – 25 km 🏃♂️💨 Met so many new runner friends along the way 🤝💛. This Sunday, once again, randomly met Kartik Bhai – loved running & having fun with him 😄.
After the run, had breakfast at Wankhede Stadium’s Garware Club House 🏟️☕ – the same place where @rohitsharma45 & the @indiancricketteam have their breakfast 🏏✨. I always used to come here to watch cricket matches, but today was my first time having breakfast here – such a happy & memorable Sunday 😍.
Wish I had met Rohit Sharma today too – maybe next time 🤞☺️ #BetterLuckNextTime
#SundayRun #RunnerLife #WankhedeStadium #GarwareClubHouse #IndianCricketTeam #RohitSharma #BreakfastGoals #MarathonTraining #RunningCommunity #MemorableMoments #FitnessJourney #HappyRunner #IncredibleIndia
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Proud to be an Ambassador in today’s race 🏅✨ Secured 5th Rank in the 10K with a timing of 42:37 min 🏃🔥. Also met so many runners who came from far places like Kolkata and many more 🛫🏃♂️. It felt really nice meeting you all 🤝❤️. Thanks to Ganpati Bappa 🙏 for blessing me with this year’s success 🌸✨
#Grateful #RunningJourney #RunnersFamily #MarathonLife #RunForPassion #RunningCommunity #FitnessMotivation #RunnerLife #Inspiration #RunIndia #RoadTo42K #RunWithHeart #RunnersOfInstagram #RunningMotivation #NeverGiveUp #RunHappy #FitnessJourney #MindOverMiles #Endurance #AthleteLife #GanpatiBappaMorya
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Grateful to complete one year as a Kiprun athlete 🙌 Thank you @dani_boy2196 Sir and @abhi.s_12 for the Decathlon sponsorship opportunity and for always believing in me 🙏 Big thanks to the entire Kiprun runner team for the love and support in every session 💙🏃♂️🔥 Special thanks to my best friends Jay, Mitsu & Noorain — always supporting me in my running journey 💯🤝❤️
Also, a big thanks to Mitali Datar @Mitalidatar-etsy.cakesy for the lovely celebration cake — beautifully made and delicious! 🎂🙏
#KiprunAthlete #OneYearJourney #RunningCommunity #TeamKiprun #Thankful #RunningMotivation #GratefulHeart #RunnerLife #SponsoredAthlete #BestFriendsForever #RunningSupport #MarathonJourney #KiprunRunners #StayStrongRunLong
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Hey Friends,
The 3rd Edition of Mumbai 10K Challenge is back and how!
It's going to be bigger and better than ever before and I'm all set to get my PB in this run!
It's a beautiful flat, certified route and to top it all off, It's a qualifier too to all major marathons in India.
Additionally, use my code *NIKHIL10* and get a 10% on the registration fees.
Date: 7th Sept 2025
Venue: Juhu, Mumbai
Link: bit.ly/4bVXpRr
So join me and bring in your friends and family and lets make some memories!
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Feeling grateful to have contributed 100kms for Team @indiancricketteam in today’s Champions Trophy final! A huge thank you to everyone for your unwavering support. Let’s bring home the victory today! 🇮🇳
#TeamIndia #ChampionsTrophy #100kmRun #Grateful
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