THE JOURNAL

From bamboo to merino to recycled synthetics, breathability is key to designing high-functioning activewear. Here's how Athlos approaches breathability and moisture control.

Trail running will save the world.Time in wild places softens you, sharpens you, and wakes you up. Still, lately, one question keeps returning: Who’s going to save the trails?

From farm to fiber to finish, Merino wool checks every sustainability box for us at Athlos. It’s renewable, recyclable, and fully biodegradable. Discover why wool belongs in your training kit.

Merino wool isn’t just soft — it’s smart. Backed by research, it regulates temperature, resists odor, and keeps you warm even after you sweat. Here’s how.

Microplastics are often misunderstood in the world of apparel. In this article, we break down what they are, debunk common myths, and explain Athlos’ approach—from using recycled yarns like ECONYL® to making design choices that reduce shedding and extend garment life.

Cotton may be the world’s default fibre, but it also drinks deeply, going up to 2700 L of water for a single kilogram of lint. Bamboo needs roughly one-twentieth of that thanks to its rain-fed growth cycle. Add the fact that bamboo matures in three to five years and regenerates...

Virgin polyester and nylon are fossil fuels made solid, with a landfill after-life measured in centuries. At Athlos, we choose the second-best solution to running naked—build kit from recycled synthetics that already exist above ground.

The nuance for sustainability of bamboo fabric lies in how the yarn is made. At Athlos we use Tanboocel® bamboo, spun through a patented closed-loop system that continuously recycles its water and solvent instead of flushing them downstream.

Valiance On The Val D’Aran After braving 18 hours of treacherous terrain over 80 km, inclement weather presented Lipi Kalita with an almost impossible choice. Continue into the dark unknown to the finish line over 30 km away or, call it quits like everyone else around her was doing. The...

Endurance & Age Finding fulfillment in the hard grind. Enduring extensive miles, rhythmic steps, and an intentionally slow pace embody the essence of endurance sports. These emotions resonate deeply, particularly with age. While traditional wisdom says athletic prime occurs in one's 20s or 30s, a rising number of athletes embracing...

This chain of mountains marks the western edge of the Deccan plateau region and is synonymous with Pune, Nashik, and Kolhapur, and is home to 300+ forts from the north of Maharashtra down to Kolhapur. The Sahyadris' rugged terrain, cloaked in dense forests and steeped in history, has been a...

The sun had long set, the hills embraced by a blanket of darkness. Critters of all kinds were making their presence felt, the canopy of stars high above gradually emerging from their shell. Through most of that winter day in January 2022, Roshan Surve had been comfortable running alone during...

High altitude, sub-zero temperatures, and rugged landscapes. Allow us to guide your thoughts to a long, slow, endurance cycle ride across the stunning Himalayas of Ladakh. A high-altitude bikepacking trip of sorts. That’s what Shruti Kamaths cycling trip across Ladakh entailed. Spanning over 10 days, the route started from Leh...

I took to running as a defence mechanism. A fiercely independent 20-something-year-old, I’d just moved back in with my parents. I’ve always led an active lifestyle, but this is when I discovered short bouts of exercise. Every time things got too heated, I’d put on my shoes and make a...

There is another place Roshan Surve Calls home Your browser does not support the video tag. Your browser does not support the video tag. Right through his growing years, the dusty trails of the Sahyadri mountains had been an integral part of his life. But things changed in a flash,...

A colleague once asked Jayesh Morvankar if it was possible to get from Manali to Mumbai in two days - by road and while using public transport. That’s a distance of about 1,900km that takes 34 hours of constant driving. It sounded highly improbable, but Morvankar pulled it off with...

We completed 8 years. In March 2023, Athlos completed 8 years. If you were to ask us, on some days we'd say it felt like jumping off a cliff and figuring out how to build wings on the way down.On other days we’d say it feels like a sisyphean task...

Kuldeep Dhankar's idea of linking the Sahyadri - from the north near Panchvati to the south in Kanyakumari - draws parallels with the Pacific Crest Trail in the United States. Intrigued by the potential of the extensive mountain range, we dive further to understand the possibilites and how you can be a part of it.

Minimum 7 days, anything less than that will leave you hungry for more. Account for bad weather and cancelled tour this is very common because the weather is bonkers during winters and spring.

Getting to know a trail in wintertime is always exciting. The landscape is unrecognizable from it's unfrozen state and the snow on ground can add up to the unknowns...

Does an athlete let her monthly period get in the way, or does she take it in her stride? It surely got us curious and we decided to chase the question.

With thousands of miles of trails to hike, hundreds of mountains to climb, and dozens of alpine lakes, the Pamirs of Tajikistan are an adventurer’s paradise.

We decided to get the straight talk from a veteran coach, Atul Godbole, at his Pune coaching academy for endurance athletes, Motiv8 Coaching.

On November 4, 2015, after 6 months of testing and user feedback, we launched our classic Raglan design. The journey over last 12 months has taught us some important lessons and surpassed most of our expectations.

Half a decade ago, cycling wasn’t the answer to health and happiness. It wasn’t even an option back then.

Neither too expensive, nor too time-consuming Annapurna base camp hike is a great himalayan experience.

Mark Twain once wrote that “Good friends, good books, and a sleepy conscience: this is the ideal life.” Here at Athlos HQ, we couldn't agree more.

Many of you know that I am a runner and have often asked about my story of fighting asthma to run marathons. This is the story.

The Marathon Des Sables, first held in 1986, is one of the oldest ultra-marathons in the world. It is organised by Atlantide Organisation Internationale.

Quick to make and healthy, these nutribars can be made in large batches and stored in the refrigerator which will last you for a couple of weeks.

This article is a first of a trilogy of Athlos picks for the closest and best getaways across Delhi, Bombay and Bangalore.

By the end of this century, melting glaciers will cause a 7 to 23-inch  increase in sea levels.

It is from the ancient city of Marathon that Pheidippides began an arduous run to Athens in 490 B.C. Barefoot,  he covered twenty-five miles of rugged mountainous terrain.

We've shortlisted below some offbeat tourist spots to felicitate an audience with Mother Nature.

Part Two of the “Exploring Mumbai in 15 days and 15 runs series” by Mehul Ved.

I already had the training required for the long, slow runs so 15 days x15 runs seemed like a perfect thing to try.

A fit physical body, and a calm mind, are the most resourceful tools for professional success.

We’ve collated a workout playlist based on their suggestions. We hope you like it!

Just wanted to give you a quick update on what's going on at our end.

The right activewear can work wonders for your training and performance. 

Check out life as a local in the mountain towns of Turkeys Northeastern Anatolia.

For adventure seekers, Iceland is the richest and most fulfilling subject in the world. 

We strongly believe that the desire to explore yourself is one of the most basic instincts of the human nature.