Well-produced video. Wondering why your channel is not larger. You create content that is far superior to other running channels that have three and four times more subscribers. Thanks for your efforts. They are enjoyed!
I think the main difference is that pros most usually get paid for training, thus making it their full time job, and that is not Ben and Mary's situation. But their performance is not far from professional
Great insight. I run my easy runs to heart rate zone 2,i get an average of 8hrs+ and have 2 rest days a week and build in recovery weeks in training. I don't have a phisio a coach or experience gear though,however i do x train at home twice a week for about 40 minutes,no weights,glutes,quads and core. As far as my running goes,3 times a week, 5K tempo, fartlek session and a long run,sometimes mix in a cycle instead. Goals have always been half,marathon, full marathon,50K ultra, 50 mile,100K ultra 100 mile. Got my 50 miler in July. As far as consistency goes ive been runni g pretty much 3 days a week for nearly 6 years. I truly believe all the above has got me to where i am and where i want to go.Your video has confirmed that i have been doing the right training. You have to want to do it and i made it a lifestyle choice. Thanks Ben.😁
@@ThisMessyHappy I was coming into the comments to ask for this too. I've followed you for a long time and suddenly hear you name drop three training systems and I've never heard you name systems before and I feel I should have a brief summary understanding. (Please)
Thanks Ben and Mary. A really concise review of principles that even experienced runners such as ourselves can do with reminding of every now and again.
Great background views Ben. No idea what you said but it sure was pretty 😁🌴. Never followed a structured training plan yet in 5 years....makes me think could I improve my running by following one????
Great content! Yes structure and goals are so important. At 51 years old, I just decided to follow Hal Higdons 10k program to attempt to beat my PR! 🤞🤞🤞 Structure and goal!
As always great content Ben! You put a lot of work into these. One question I have though. If the elite runner who runs a 4:30ish minute mile in the marathon consider "easy" pace to be 7:30 or so, I would argue he is still getting a fair amount of benefit / training from it. It does take some serious effort to maintain that pace, even though it is easy for him. I would argue that let's say I run a 9 min / mile for the marathon and if I were to go out for a 12-13 minute mile "run", that I'd receive very little aerobic benefit from it, in fact to compensate for the much slower pace, my form would be drastically different, thus potentially opening myself up to weird injuries. Most guides say your easy runs should be about 90-120 seconds slower than marathon pace (so for me, 10:00 to 11:00). I am curious as to your thoughts on this. I think the rules sort of change for elites versus every day runners. I look forward to your videos and adventures and keep up the good work.
Thanks Eddie. I don’t know the correct answer to your question, I only know my answer 😂 so I’ll give you that. Kipchoge’s average pace for his slow runs only START at that slow and end up around 2 mins per mile slower. So that actually fits in to your assessment. It’s something I meant to say and now you mention it, I realise I didn’t! So yes I’d say 2 mins slower than marathon pace is good. But I wouldn’t worry about form at a slower pace, there is so much less loading of the joints when running slower so your body can deal with difference in technique far better than if it was a different technique when running at pace. Well spotted! 😊
@@ThisMessyHappy thanks for your response Ben. I am always trying to figure out and feel confident that I am running my easy runs easy. I have a tendency to do my hard workouts hard but my easy days at a medium pace which ruins the purpose of the easy days. I am getting better at it though.
I'd argue conversational or percentage of HR are more useful as easy run metrics than nose breathing. I regularly hit over 90% of Max HR for extended periods while nose breathing. Even conversational can be misleading, when I'm on my own conversational pace feels much faster than if someone is there and I realize I really need to be going much slower. I aim for around 70-75% of Max HR and that seems to be about right for me personally. You can also go based on breathing, if I can't basically breathe normal slow in and out breaths, then I'm probably going too fast.
I am 44 and I am proud of it! Why are you ashame of your years!? And that stupid thing, don't ask a lady for her years 🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄 You should be proud of your years and your health 🤷♀️ And, yes Mary is professional athlete❤️
Hey Eddy, it’s doesn’t necessarily work like that as some people run a marathon at a challenging pace to run a time and some people run the marathon AS the challenge so pace is not important. If you run 6 (mins per km?) and that’s in zone 2 then realistically you can do your training runs at that pace. You only need to dial it back some if you’re running a marathon pace that will push you out of zone 2. Eg, my goal marathon pace is around 4mins per km. but that’s currently low zone 3 for me. So I want my king training runs in zone 2. Hope that makes sense?
the two most studied supplements are protein powder and creatine. Bodybuilders often use both and they can be used for running too. Unless you're trying to lose weight or build muscle you probably don't need protein powder. Creatine can be useful though as it helps the body convert ATD back into ATP which it uses for energy. Look at shredded sport science's channel for more info on creatine.
Well-produced video. Wondering why your channel is not larger. You create content that is far superior to other running channels that have three and four times more subscribers. Thanks for your efforts. They are enjoyed!
Thanks Tracy! That’s so kind. It’s all just figuring out the algorithm! So I’ll keep creating and helping and one day I’m sure TH-cam will reward me 😂
I agree with this! I'm sure as time goes by they will have tonnes more! Me included!
Mary is a professional athlete, we've seen the trophies! Great tips, consistency definitely is king.
Ha ha she’s a pro… ish…. Thanks Michael 😊
And the prize money! 💸
I am also mumblemumble years old, and have found Mary’s achievements so inspiring! Thanks for another great video!
Ha ha thanks Alexis 😊
I’m turning 41 this year. I always love it when Mary does the “Squishy Games” voice! 😂 it’s so much more creepy and terrifying!
Ha ha I’m assuming you meant Squid Games although I like the idea of Squishy Games 😂
Mary is anything but an average runner. Her mental game is fierce, let alone that trophy shelf.
Ha ha thanks Wendy! 😊
Mary and Ben are definitely professional athletes! Don’t sell yourselves short! I love your videos!
Ha ha we wish! But that’s also very kind 😊
I think the main difference is that pros most usually get paid for training, thus making it their full time job, and that is not Ben and Mary's situation. But their performance is not far from professional
Great tips my friend! Great video, as always! Glad to give the like 💯, hehe 👍
Awesome! Thanks, buddy 😊
kipchoge said he did 80% of his sessions. I sadly can't name you in which interview he did said it, but i definetly heard him saying it.
Kipchoge’s slow pace is faster than my fast pace.
Great insight. I run my easy runs to heart rate zone 2,i get an average of 8hrs+ and have 2 rest days a week and build in recovery weeks in training. I don't have a phisio a coach or experience gear though,however i do x train at home twice a week for about 40 minutes,no weights,glutes,quads and core. As far as my running goes,3 times a week, 5K tempo, fartlek session and a long run,sometimes mix in a cycle instead. Goals have always been half,marathon, full marathon,50K ultra, 50 mile,100K ultra 100 mile. Got my 50 miler in July. As far as consistency goes ive been runni g pretty much 3 days a week for nearly 6 years. I truly believe all the above has got me to where i am and where i want to go.Your video has confirmed that i have been doing the right training. You have to want to do it and i made it a lifestyle choice. Thanks Ben.😁
You’ve nailed it, Mike!! Excited for your 50 miler!! That’s my next aim before the 100k in December 🤟🏼🤟🏼😊
Would love to hear more about the different training systems you mentioned, sounds fascinating!
I feel a video coming on 😂
@@ThisMessyHappy I was coming into the comments to ask for this too. I've followed you for a long time and suddenly hear you name drop three training systems and I've never heard you name systems before and I feel I should have a brief summary understanding. (Please)
Thanks Ben and Mary. A really concise review of principles that even experienced runners such as ourselves can do with reminding of every now and again.
Thanks so much 😊 yes sometimes I make these to remind myself as well 😂
Sleep is just so huge. A week after my second son was born, I had my first major injury. My body was in bits!
Ha ha I feel you. When you have dogs that can’t go through the night it gets a little taxing on the body in the end as well 😂
@@ThisMessyHappy yep! Been there too 😵💫
Thank u 4 another great vid!
Thank you as well for being such a supportive member of the community 😊
Another incredibly well put together, informative and inspiring video. Love watching everything you and Mary put out, thank you both 👊
Thanks so much, Daniel. That’s really lively to hear and it’s really appreciated 😊
Great video 📹 clear cut explanations
Great background views Ben. No idea what you said but it sure was pretty 😁🌴. Never followed a structured training plan yet in 5 years....makes me think could I improve my running by following one????
It might just level your up, Tony! Worth a go surely? And yes, we’re pretty lucky with the views right now aren’t we! 😂😊
Kip's slow run is my 2k PB.
Kips slow run is faster than most humans can run 😂🤯
Great content! Yes structure and goals are so important. At 51 years old, I just decided to follow Hal Higdons 10k program to attempt to beat my PR! 🤞🤞🤞 Structure and goal!
That’s the good stuff!! Structure and consistency and goals. Great work 🤟🏼😊
As always great content Ben! You put a lot of work into these. One question I have though. If the elite runner who runs a 4:30ish minute mile in the marathon consider "easy" pace to be 7:30 or so, I would argue he is still getting a fair amount of benefit / training from it. It does take some serious effort to maintain that pace, even though it is easy for him. I would argue that let's say I run a 9 min / mile for the marathon and if I were to go out for a 12-13 minute mile "run", that I'd receive very little aerobic benefit from it, in fact to compensate for the much slower pace, my form would be drastically different, thus potentially opening myself up to weird injuries. Most guides say your easy runs should be about 90-120 seconds slower than marathon pace (so for me, 10:00 to 11:00). I am curious as to your thoughts on this. I think the rules sort of change for elites versus every day runners. I look forward to your videos and adventures and keep up the good work.
Thanks Eddie. I don’t know the correct answer to your question, I only know my answer 😂 so I’ll give you that. Kipchoge’s average pace for his slow runs only START at that slow and end up around 2 mins per mile slower. So that actually fits in to your assessment. It’s something I meant to say and now you mention it, I realise I didn’t! So yes I’d say 2 mins slower than marathon pace is good. But I wouldn’t worry about form at a slower pace, there is so much less loading of the joints when running slower so your body can deal with difference in technique far better than if it was a different technique when running at pace. Well spotted! 😊
@@ThisMessyHappy thanks for your response Ben. I am always trying to figure out and feel confident that I am running my easy runs easy. I have a tendency to do my hard workouts hard but my easy days at a medium pace which ruins the purpose of the easy days. I am getting better at it though.
Yeah I would agree with you. I am a 3:10 marathon runner and never ran easier than 4:45/km
I'd argue conversational or percentage of HR are more useful as easy run metrics than nose breathing. I regularly hit over 90% of Max HR for extended periods while nose breathing. Even conversational can be misleading, when I'm on my own conversational pace feels much faster than if someone is there and I realize I really need to be going much slower. I aim for around 70-75% of Max HR and that seems to be about right for me personally. You can also go based on breathing, if I can't basically breathe normal slow in and out breaths, then I'm probably going too fast.
Anonymous Runner! LOL!!!
Ha ha yes an anonymous random person from the street…. 😉😂
I am 44 and I am proud of it!
Why are you ashame of your years!?
And that stupid thing, don't ask a lady for her years 🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄
You should be proud of your years and your health 🤷♀️
And, yes Mary is professional athlete❤️
It was just British humour! I couldn’t care less about how old I am 😂 😊
3min slower than marathon pace is just walking for us mere mortals 😂
Ha ha yes it’s 1:30-3 minutes slower I think. Depending on where you are on your journey 😊
You have won money in races, therefore you are professionals!
Ha ha that’s what we tell ourselves 😂
suppose my marathon pace is 6, my long run should be on the basis of minus 3 minutes, at 9;
Isn't that extremely slow and difficult?
Hey Eddy, it’s doesn’t necessarily work like that as some people run a marathon at a challenging pace to run a time and some people run the marathon AS the challenge so pace is not important. If you run 6 (mins per km?) and that’s in zone 2 then realistically you can do your training runs at that pace. You only need to dial it back some if you’re running a marathon pace that will push you out of zone 2. Eg, my goal marathon pace is around 4mins per km. but that’s currently low zone 3 for me. So I want my king training runs in zone 2. Hope that makes sense?
Any suggestions on supplements that would support on the running traning?
That’s a tough one. I use gels in the runs but they’re all personal preference really. Find whatever works for you and go for it 😊
@@ThisMessyHappy oh, im talking about vitamins, shakes, etc, cus as a novice runner, im taking none of the above...
the two most studied supplements are protein powder and creatine. Bodybuilders often use both and they can be used for running too. Unless you're trying to lose weight or build muscle you probably don't need protein powder. Creatine can be useful though as it helps the body convert ATD back into ATP which it uses for energy. Look at shredded sport science's channel for more info on creatine.
Also, you need interval training sessions here and there. ? That sometimes needs going into top zones ? 😒 🤔
No links?
You spoke about training systems that people can choose. Which system do you and Mary use?
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Coming in thick and fast today! 🤟🏼😂
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Ha ha good work 🤟🏼😊
@@ThisMessyHappy great tips. Watched the whole thing. Then youtube suggested Mary's first marathon at Sevilla and I watched it too!
Ha ha gotta love the algorithm 😊 thanks 🙏
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