48-Hour Stadium Run Success: Trance Loops At Ranikhe, India

Sivabalan Pandian(MM13150) – Dear all well wishers
48 HOURS STADIUM RUN
FIRST TIME IN MY LIFE, TOOK PART 48 HOURS STADIUM RUN AND SUCCESSFULLY FINISHED WITH FULL SATISFACTION AT THIS AGE OF 67+ YEARS AND GAINED CONFIDENCE OF RUNNING FURTHER .
It was 48-hour stadium run at TRANCE LOOPS AT RANIKHET , Uttarakhand, India, located in the Himalayan region with a relatively high altitude. (July 10–12, 2026)
IN THIS EVENT , I successfully covered 184.32 kilometers as per timing Chip ( But Garmin showed 197.84 KM ) , albeit ranking last among participants.
Notably, only five runners accepted the challenge of finishing the 48-hour stadium run.
Throughout the event, runners had access to nutritious hot food and full medical support.
Every four hours, runners underwent medical tests to monitor their condition, with results documented for comparison of time to time . Everyone must see medical test report in every 4 hours .
I was pleased to have covered the maximum distance and spent the most time on my feet in a single event
Aid stations provided electrolyte-rich drinks and various beverages as needed.
The weather was predominantly wet and overcast, with sunlight appearing only in the last few hours.
Minimum 2 Physiotherapists were available throughout the event to provide support.
Photographers captured moments from the event, serving as a motivating factor for participants.
Having completed my 1013th race of at least minimum 42.195 kilometers in each event , I feel confident about participating in numerous ultra-marathons in the future.
I was lucky to participate this 48 Hours race and very much thankful to Dr. Vinita and her team who gave an opportunity to accept this challenge of 48 hours stadium run.
Happy Running

Photo and Post Credit Sivabalan Pandian(MM13150)