These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of www.runpacelab.com (the “Site”), operated by UDB Studios, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. By using the Site, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Site.
1. Nature of the Site
RunPaceLab provides reference information and calculator tools related to running performance formulas. Specifically:
- Mathematical calculators implementing published running science formulas
- Articles explaining those formulas, their derivations, and their limitations
- A glossary of running science and physiology terms
RunPaceLab does NOT provide training plans, coaching services, or medical advice. The Site is an informational reference only.
2. Disclaimer: not training advice or medical advice
Nothing on this Site constitutes training advice, coaching guidance, or medical advice. Calculator outputs are mathematical estimates based on published formulas. They are not personalised recommendations for your training, race preparation, health management, or medical treatment.
Running carries inherent physical risks. You should consult a qualified medical professional before beginning or changing a running programme, particularly if you have any cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, or other health conditions. Heart rate and exertion guidelines provided by this Site are general population averages and may not be appropriate for your individual physiology.
You use the information and tools on this Site entirely at your own risk. UDB Studios accepts no responsibility for any injury, illness, or adverse outcome arising from the application of information obtained from this Site to your training or racing.
3. Accuracy of information
We endeavour to implement formulas accurately from primary sources and to cite those sources. However:
- Running science formulas are population averages with significant individual variation.
- Formulas may become outdated as new research is published.
- Errors in implementation are possible despite testing.
If you find an error, please contact us at udbstudios@gmail.com. We will investigate and correct genuine errors promptly.
4. Permitted use
You may use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may share links to content on this Site. You may not:
- Copy, reproduce, or republish articles or calculator content without attribution
- Use the Site for automated scraping, crawling, or data extraction at scale
- Use the Site’s content in a way that implies our endorsement of your products or services
- Modify or create derivative works from our content without permission
5. Intellectual property
The content, code, and design of this Site are owned by UDB Studios or licensed to us. Running science formulas and data from cited primary sources are the intellectual property of their respective authors and publishers, and are used here under fair use principles for educational commentary.
6. Third-party links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., original research papers, the Boston Athletic Association, ACSM publications). We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of those sites.
7. Disclaimer of warranties
THE SITE AND ITS CONTENT ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS.
8. Limitation of liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, UDB STUDIOS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, OR GOODWILL, ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SITE OR ITS CONTENT, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SITE EXCEED ₹1,000 (ONE THOUSAND INDIAN RUPEES).
9. Governing law and jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of India, without regard to conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
10. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. The “last updated” date at the top reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.
11. Contact
For questions about these Terms: udbstudios@gmail.com
UDB Studios
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India