Half Marathon and Ultra Half Marathon
6km run
The course
Race Rules
Training
Running Safe
Registration
The run expo
Getting there
Traveling in from outside?
Before and at the finish
Our Partners
Photos and Results
The 4th Shimla Running And Living Ultra Half Marathon - 28km
DATE: 30th September 2012 
TIME: 6:00 AM
Register here - early bird registrations till May 30th Rs 1000/- 1st June to 31st July Rs 1200/- and 1st August to 15th Sept Rs 1500/-
Bib pick up is at the marathon expo at 9am - 2pm on Sept 29th at the Ridge at Ashiana Restaurant. Himachal Residents have a subsidised rate of 25% off The 4th Shimla Running And Living Half Marathon - 21.097km
The 4th Shimla Running And Living Half Marathon - 21.1km
DATE: 30th September 2012
TIME: 6:30 AM
Register here - early bird registrations till May 30th Rs 800/- 1st June to 31st July Rs 1000/- and 1st August to 15th Sept Rs 1250/-
Bib pick up is at the marathon expo at 9am - 2pm on Sept 29th at the Ridge at Ashiana Restaurant. Himachal Residents have a subsidised rate of 25% off
The 4th Shimla Running And Living Fun Run - 6km
DATE: 30th September 2012
TIME: 8:00 AM
Register here - early bird registrations till May 30th Rs 200/- 1st June to 31st July Rs 300/- and 1st August to 15th Sept Rs 500/-
Bib pick up is at the marathon expo at 9am - 2pm on Sept 29th at the Ridge at Ashiana Restaurant. Himachal Residents have a subsidised rate of 25% off
See you at the Race expo at the Ridge on Saturday 29th Sept 9am to 2pm when you pick up your race packet and more
Co organizer - Department of Youth Services and Sports - HP
Getting there :
For those coming from outstation, this is a great time to add in a few days and take in what Shimla has to offer - beautiful views, quaint walks, fresh mountain air, fruit, smiles and much more.
Our hospitality partner HPTDC has a special scheme of 30% off for accommodation for runners and will be given at the time of check out to the participants on presentation of their certificates of completion of the run - either 6km or the Half Marathon. Book accommodation now at Hotels PeterHof or Holiday Home where we will all be staying - click on http://hptdc.nic.in/ today.
A further list of Hotels in Shimla and around is at http://www.himachalhotels.in/Accommodation_in_shimla.asp and additionally you can book through Ashima at info@incredibleindiatravels.in . Hurry - limited accommodation in Shimla at this time of year.
Other packages are available at our other partner hotels - Fairmont Hotel (http://www.fairmountindia.com/index.html) and Radisson Hotel (http://www.radisson.com/himachal-pradesh-hotel-in-171001/indshim/services)
Please mention Shimla Running And Living Half Marathon in the subject of your email to them
Remember no cars are allowed along the Mall Road and a few other places so come ready to walk and exercise those bones and muscles.
 The runs are organised by runners for runners.
Experience the thrill of a lifetime as you cross the finish line.
The course is pretty tough - so it is pretty and tough, cool and well supported. The Half Marathon will remain open for 3:30 hours from 6:30 am and the Ultra Half Marathon will remain open for 4:30 hours starting from 6am with Sports Drinks, Water, Ambulance and Medical Care and HP Administration and Traffic Police and our enthusiastic volunteer support.
An attractive medal, certificate with timing for each finisher of the Half Marathon and the Ultra Half Marathon and a certificate for every finisher of the 6km fun run.
The race number pick up for all races will happen at the race location on Sept 29th between 9am and 2pm outside Ashiana Restaurant at the Ridge. No race number and no entry on race day.
There are no cash prizes in our runs. Recognition to the first three placed in the overall half marathon and the ultra half marathon and the 6km runs will be awarded at 10:30 am on Sept 30th at the Ridge 
Plan to be at the start at least 30 minutes before the start of your race.
Get as many of your family and friends to join us all at the looping course so that they can cheer you on at several points and get you to through probably the most scenic race of your life and make it your funnest race as you see their placards, they photograph you and cheer loudly for you, as well as the other runners.
The Medical Care will be there at the 6 km, 11km, 14km, 21km marks other than at the start- we want you safe and injury free with treatment close at hand if required. (see the map). Please ask for an ambulance or aid if you ever do feel dizzy or unsteady.
Toilets will be available at the start, finish and at the 7 km, 11km, 14km. We know what it's like when you are full of water, and you need to go, or if your final days eating have not fully agreed with you. (see the map)
Hydration is provided at several points along the way at the same marker points as the ambulance and toilet points - see the map below
See you at the Race expo at the Ridge on Saturday 29th Sept 9am to 2pm when you pick up your race packet
Top
The course:
The course is very tough - train well with hill training or a load on your back, Acclimatise well before the run, get used to the altitude.
 The course starts at the spectacular Ridge at the Top of the Mall and winds down past Historic buildings of Shimla to the scenic PeterHof Hotel. The 6km runners take a U turn from here and come back to finish at the Ridge.
The Half Marathoners and Ultra Half Marathoners go right, down to Annadale on their way to the Peterhof from the Ridge. A continuous descent of 4 km later they see the green golf range and the army museum, and then come face to face with the incredibly steep climb back up - of 1km. Don't even attempt running up - you will needlessly tire yourself out for the latter part of the run. Back up to the Vidhan Sabha and right, past the lawns of the Peterhof and then descend down and go past the Indian Institute of Advanced Studies and onwards past the ITI and close to the HP University- A U turn back, with a descent and then a steady ascent back up to the Ridge. Much walking will be needed and those who have acclimatized well for the altitude will be better off. Walk a lot.
With 14km over you reach the ridge and the most grueling long climb is over.
Then starts the 7 km circumference of Jakhu hill - Clarke's Hotel - Oak Over - The CM's Residence, then the Governors Residence, then onto Forest Hill Road to Bede's Chowk. Then on the main circular road for 50m and a steep climb on the left takes you up towards Indus Hospital. It is advisable to walk on this stretch too.
Then it levels off at Upper Sanjhauli and you can relax with a descent down past the IGMC, Lakkad Bazar and a finish at the Ridge, near the Church. The Ultra half marathoners will do another 7km loop of Jakhu Hill to finish in front of the Church on the Ridge.
See the Map and the Elevations - come prepared to stay a few days in Shimla before the run - Enjoy the fresh mountain air, the heritage and nature.
Shimla is at an average altitude of 7200 ft so if you are coming from the plains - spend a few days to acclimatize a bit. This is a tough but hugely scenic route. So don't plan on a personal best in terms of time. It's likely to be a personal best route. The looping course is full of facilities and will have opportunities for runners to 'run into each other' and cheer each other on and stop for many photo opportunities. IF you feel cold at the start - wear a couple of thin layers which you can give to a friend at the start point as you loop back at the mark. It is likely to get warmer from 8 am onwards so splash a bit of water over your head too, at the water points as you take a glug or two.
See you at the Race expo at the Ridge on Saturday 29th Sept 9am to 2pm when you pick up your race packet
Top
Race Rules:
Your entry is not transferable to other people and is not cancelable.
You must wear your race bib as issued, pinned on front, and must not reduce its size or modify it in any way.
Entrants must not be accompanied on the course by cyclists, vehicles, or people not entered in the event.
Participants must be over 18 years of age
Training:
If you are training for your 1st Half Marathon, look no further for a great schedule , 5k training program for the first timer
There are last week and last day tips to runners available at Keen_Runner.html
The final 2 weeks:Check out the last 2 week schedule at one of the training programs on our site which suits your level of training and your goals. . Remember - train well and you will finish smiling. All the very best and congratulations on your decision.
Top
Running Safe:
Running is a fun activity but running in a race, like engagement in any activity, also comes with attendant risks, which you should be aware of, and only then enter.
Anyone registering for a our race should make sure that he/she is medically fit and does not have any precondition - however minor it may seem to them, that would indicate that they should not run eg being on some medication, onset of a cold or flu, not yet recovered from a flu or an injury etc.
Some runs are cross country which CAN have a incidence of ankle twisting, slipping and falling.
Some runs are at altitude which require acclimatization, and also listening to your body and heart and not pushing yourself beyond a limit. Walk when tired.
Some runs are in heat and in humidity, and require regular hydration to ensure you do NOT get dehydrated or start cramping.
Some runs are in colder weather which should also require some ingestion of salty items - sports drinks or other solids or liquids to prevent cramping.
We want you to have fun and stay safe, and do your bit towards that.
Top
Registration and the Marathon Expo:
Marathon expo will be at Ashiana Restaurant at the Ridge on 29th September from 9am - 2pm
 Race chest number pick up will be at the Marathon expo. Definitely pick this up else you will not be able to participate. If you cant collect this yourself, send someone else to pick this up for you. No race packet pick up on race day
There will be loads of great information provided by specialists in their field which will be of great value to you. So if you are planning to run, block off some time for coming to the expo - you will get to know the way to the race location and will also meet several other runners and make new friends.
We would like to ensure you come personally to the marathon expo – else you will miss out on a big part of the marathon experience – information, tips and advice, information on the route, great deals on running gear, camaraderie and more. We will also have 2 walk abouts – one starting at 10am and going around Jakhu Hill and one starting at 2pm and going to Peterhof and beyond. Spread the word to your friends who would like to come and take part in the 6 km run too
Cheering - This is not a race for qualifying for the London Olympics, nor will the world stop going around if you don't come first, so smile, enjoy yourself and cheer others on, and you will surprise yourself by how well you end up doing, once you are a bit more relaxed. Trust me - The Race Director has run over 41 marathons
Certificates and medals for all the half marathon finishers and a certificate for all the 6km finishers
Most importantly have a blast whether you are running, volunteering or spectating, because that will help make it the most spectacular run for all of us.
See you at the Race expo at the Ridge on Saturday 29th Sept 9am to 2pm when you pick up your race packet
Top
Baggage storage – within your own vehicle
Slow runners -we will be there - whatever time you finish - you are the hero that day, Don't worry about anything but completing your enormous achievement that you have embarked upon
Top
Traveling in from outside?
Our hospitality partner HPTDC has a special scheme of 30% off for accommodation for runners and will be given at the time of check out to the participants on presentation of their certificates of completion of the run - either 6km or the Half Marathon. Book accommodation now at Hotels PeterHof or Holiday Home where we will all be staying - click on http://hptdc.nic.in/ today.
There is also the YMCA, several budget lodges and several more upmarket hotels like Clarke's and Cecil Oberoi depending on your requirement.
A further list of Hotels in Shimla and around is at http://www.himachalhotels.in/Accommodation_in_shimla.asp and additionally you can book through Ashima at info@incredibleindiatravels.in . Hurry - limited accommodation in Shimla at this time of year.
Other packages are available at our other partner hotels - Fairmont Hotel (http://www.fairmountindia.com/index.html) and Radisson Hotel (http://www.radisson.com/himachal-pradesh-hotel-in-171001/indshim/services)
Please mention Shimla Running And Living Half Marathon in the subject of your email to them
Top
Before and at the finish:
Smile for the cameras. Hydrate and have your snack
Medals will be given to each Half Marathon finisher at the finish line and a certificate with name, and timing will be handed over at the certificate counter. Check for photographs and more photographs at the finish
There will be a post run breakfast to get us to have a relaxed catch up with each other and celebrate your victory over a breakfast and a slideshow. Cost is Rs 250pp and you can book a breakfast coupon for a friend or family member etc too if they are with you.
See you at the Race expo at the Ridge on Saturday 29th Sept 9am to 2pm when you pick up your race packet
Top
Our Partners
| Operations |
Hospitality |
 |
| |
|
| Fairmount Hotel |
Radisson Hotel |
 |
 |
|
|
| |
|
|
|
