Col Avdhesh Kumar (Retd) , Indian Army Veteran

Col Avdhesh Kumar (Retd) brings over two decades of experience in leadership, physical training, and holistic wellness. He served with distinction in the Indian Army for 24 years. A graduate of the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Indian Military Academy (IMA), Col Kumar combines discipline, technical insight, and mind-body awareness in his training approach. He took Pre-Mature Retirement (PMR) in 2021 to dedicate himself fully to running education and injury prevention.

As a passionate marathoner, he has completed numerous international and Indian races, including the New York City Marathon (USA), Big Sur Marathon (California, USA), Tata Mumbai Marathon, Hyderabad Marathon, Chennai Marathon, and others.

Col Kumar is a ChiRunning Master Instructor, personally trained and certified by Danny Dreyer. As Director of ChiRunning India, he has conducted workshops and training sessions for over 3,400 runners, police officers, athletes, and wellness seekers, helping them run more efficiently, reduce injuries, and transition into lifelong fitness using safe, natural running techniques.

He has been invited to speak and conduct workshops at premier institutions across India, including the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy (SVPNPA), Hyderabad, AIIMS (Delhi), L&T Mumbai, and various Indian Army training establishments such as the Officers Training Academy at Chennai and Gaya, as well as locations including Shimla, Lucknow, Udhampur, Hyderabad, Jodhpur, and Bhopal.

Col Kumar travels extensively across India conducting ChiRunning and ChiWalking workshops, especially for individuals dealing with knee pain, back pain, and running form issues—from senior military officers and physical training instructors to beginners in running.

In recognition of his contributions to fitness and community wellness, he was awarded the Veteran Achievers Award by the Chief of Army Staff in September 2025 for his work in improving societal fitness through ChiRunning and ChiWalking. He was also honored to be part of the Veteran Tableau during the Indian Republic Day Parade in January 2026