Blue Ribbon Initiative Kenya

🚨 REGISTRATION CLOSING 11th JUNE 2026 - FATHER’S DAY RUN/WALK (3RD EDITION)🚨

Sunday, 21st June 2026
📍 Waterfront Mall, Karen

😌 Available tickets:
🎽 Regular: 3,000/=
🧒 Child (U12): 1,500/=
🕊️ Tribute Ticket: 3,500/=

Distances - 6K | 12K | 21K
Swag - Medal. T-shirt. Runners Bottle. Snacks. Vibes.

💙 In support of prostate health awareness.
🚫 No race-day entries
❌ No gatekeeping 😉
👉 More info and registartion 👉🏾 https://www.blueribbon.or.ke/events/3rd-annual-blue-ribbon-fathers-day-run-walk-2026

🌟 BLUE RIBBONER OF THE WEEK 🌟

This week we celebrate a gentleman who proves that age is just a number and consistency is a superpower - Surinder Dhadialla

Born in Nairobi on 12th January 1950, Surinder is a CPA(K), management consultant, marathoner, grandfather, student of meditation and religious studies, and above all, a lifelong mover.

His running journey began in 1976 with five daily laps at Parklands Sports Club. Nearly 50 years later, he is still at it.

Surinder believes movement is non-negotiable. Whether running or walking, he covers 5 - 10km daily and jokes that if he misses a few days, his body starts demanding answers.

The results speak for themselves. Recent executive health tests left his doctor pleasantly surprised, with excellent readings across the board, including a PSA level of 1 and a resting pulse regularly in the mid-40s.

A marathoner through and through, Surinder has completed the Standard Chartered Marathon in 2016 and 2024, ran the Berlin Marathon in 2017, and is already preparing for another full marathon this October. His favourite distance remains the Half Marathon.

His philosophy is one we can all learn from:
“At my age, running is never about a PB. Go to the start line. Start the run. Enjoy it at your pace. Hydrate when needed. Cross the finish line and collect the medal. If things don’t go to plan, have a Plan B. Never Give Up.”

Surinder joined the Blue Ribbon family during our very first Father’s Day Run in 2024 and has been one of our most consistent supporters ever since.

From our desk:
If you’ve ever wondered why our registration form includes a 70–80 years category, the answer is simple: Surinder. We are convinced he’ll sign up for just about any challenge we create.

He is a constant source of wisdom, encouragement and perspective. And let’s be honest, if Surinder doesn’t make a speech at an event, it somehow feels incomplete.

Thank you for showing us that consistency beats age, that movement is medicine, and that the finish line is always worth chasing.

Flowers, more life, and many more miles ahead, Surinder. 💙🎗️

☕️ FINAL 9 SLOTS ☕️ The Coffee Run - The Blend of 23rd August 2026 is brewing nicely and only 9 spots remain.

Don’t wait until it sells out then start sending the RD messages that begin with “By the way lemmi ask you RD...”

Good people. Good miles. Great coffee.

👉🏾 https://www.blueribbon.or.ke/events/coffee-run-2026-the-blend-2

Finishing up on event details for the 40+ VeteRun 2026 and we’d just like to remind everyone that this year we shall be strict with the age thingie. Event is on September 26th, venue to be confirmed and most important - the event is open to only 40+ participants. This year, we shall require participants to come with copies of their birth certificates certified by a commissioner of oaths. Tuko serious!

Any guesses what the 2026 medal will look like?

Did you just crush the Nairobi City Marathon 2026? (Or maybe it crushed you)🏅 Wondering why it takes so long to bounce back or why you need so much time off?

It actually has nothing to do with lactic acid - that clears from your bloodstream within minutes of crossing the finish line! The real culprits behind marathon fatigue are dehydration, glycogen depletion, and actual damage to your muscle fibers.

Check out our Post-Marathon Recovery Timeline Guide, and here is a breakdown of what is happening under the hood (this is for the Full 42km Marathon; for Half 21km Marathon, halve the timeline):

⏱️ Immediately Post-Race: Some muscle fibers are significantly damaged. Skip the heavy stretching (which can reduce blood flow) and focus strictly on resting, refueling, and rehydrating.

🗓️ 1 Week Post-Race: Your body is beginning to heal and glycogen is mostly replaced. After a few days of total rest, you can start adding low-impact cross-training to improve blood flow and aid recovery.

🗓️ 1 Month Post-Race: Most of the damage is finally resolved and your cellular glycogen is abundant!

🗓️ 8-10 Weeks Post-Race: Believe it or not, there can still be microscopic signs of muscle damage in some runners!So, when should you start running again? 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

🔹 Beginners or runners who faded severely: Take a minimum of 2 full weeks off from running.
🔹 Higher-mileage runners who finished with an even pace: You still need to take 7-10 days completely off from running.Respect the recovery process and give your body the building blocks it needs to repair. Don’t rush back into it!

Let us know in the comments: How many days of rest do you usually take after running a full or half marathon? 👇

Tomorrow, Nairobi, we run. 🏃🏾‍♂️🏃🏾‍♀️

To everyone lining up for the 2026 , all the very best. May your legs be strong, your mind calm, your fueling on point, and your finish line photos surprisingly flattering.

A special shout-out to the BlueRibboners taking on the streets of Nairobi tomorrow. We know your style. You’ll be laughing loudly at kilometre 2, chatting away at kilometre 12, questioning your life choices at kilometre 32, and somehow still smiling at the finish.

Run your race. Take in the crowds. Enjoy the city. Celebrate the privilege of movement. Whether you’re chasing a PB, your first finish, or simply a good day out with fellow runners, remember: you’ve already done the hard work.

See you out there running easy, soaking it all in, and collecting memories one kilometre at a time.

From all of us at Blue Ribbon Initiative Kenya - all the very best, Nairobi. Go earn your finish line. 💙🎗️

4:21 TEAM TREK CHALLENGE 2026
Ngong Hills. Kajiado. Saturday, 29th August.

This is not your usual day out. This is a mission.

You and your squad of 4 will start at the Ngong Hills Windmills Gate with one objective:

👉 Retrieve your team flag from Kona Baridi Gate…and bring it back.

Simple? Not quite. Between you and that flag sits:

- 21KM of pure Ngong Hills goodness
- 14 hill climbs (yes, fourteen…we counted 😅)
- Endless wind, rolling ridges, and views that will distract you just when your legs start negotiating with your soul

This is where:

- Teams are tested
- Friendships are strengthened (or questioned halfway through hill #9 👀)
- And laughter somehow shows up even when your calves are screaming

You’ll walk, you’ll run (if you still can), you’ll push each other, and most importantly 👉 you’ll finish together. Because here, it’s not about pace…It’s about the team.

Register as a team. Trek as a team. Finish as a team. On offer:
🎽 Medal. T-shirt. Hiking Buff. Lunch.
🧭 Dedicated team guides
🛡️ Armed security
🔥 And vibes for days

KShs. 15,800 per team of 4

Limited spots available…and trust us, this one hits different.

👉 Gather your squad. Pick your strongest (and funniest) friends.
👉 Because someone has to carry the morale when the hills humble you.

Are you coming for the flag… or stories of how you almost made it? 😏 👉🏾 https://www.blueribbon.or.ke/events/4-21-team-trek-challenge-2026-ngong-hills

Cassette player sent us 😂😂😂
Via 🙏🏾

NYARINGTON RELOADED: GOAT EDITION 2026 🏔️🐐

What the hilly??? On World Mental Health Day, we’re doing what any reasonable people would do...Running up some small hills.

Welcome to Nyarington Runners Challenge Reloaded: Goat Edition 2026 - a hilly challenge from Lavington to Nyari and back where grit is tested, lungs are negotiated with, and glory is earned. Would be great to add this run to your Nairobi Standard Chartered Marathon which would be 2 weeks away.

Choose your adventure:
🏃🏾 21KM – The Usual LungBuster™️
🏃🏾 24KM – Kiherehere Chaos™️
🏃🏾 31KM – The Delulu Distance™️
👑 Optional +2KM King’ara Saucer: The Final Boss™️

Your reward?
🏅 Finisher Medal
🧢 Custom Running Cap
💧 Full Route Support
🐐 A proper goat feast at the finish

And because this is Nyarington, nobody starts eating until the last runner arrives and rings the bell. 🔔

Only 101 slots available.
Here - https://www.blueribbon.or.ke/events/nyarington-runners-challenge-2026-goat-edition

Movement is medicine.
Hills are therapy.

Challenge