Why This Indian Woman Chose Ultramarathons Over MBA ft Sugandha Singhal

from Dirty Brown · host Kriti J

What happens when a "good girl" trades an MBA for ultramarathons and designer career paths for desert dust? In this episode of Dirty Brown, Sugandha Singhal joins host, Kriti J to discuss how endurance training became her ultimate tool for self-discovery and social rebellion - from defying the "settled" timeline of her 30s to overcoming self-image issues. It’s a conversation about reclaiming your body, your time, and your right to be "difficult.00:00 - Intro00:16 - Meet Sugandha Singhal00:34 - Reality of Ultra Running05:27- Why most people quit (and she stayed)07:35 - The 12-hour daily grind11:36 - The "Bulky" Myth: Women's fitness in India16:05 - UPSC/MBA dreams vs reality: No regrets19:36 - Badchalan Energy quiz23:58 Part II Teaser24:42 - BloopersFollow on socialsInstagram: @_sugs_ , @moveasy.co Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@_dirtybrown_⁠

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