I got frustrated last year when I just couldn’t run as quick as previously. But thanks to your videos I learnt to fall in love with the process. I just aimed to be consistent rather than get PB’s. Irony is, I’ve had more PB’s so far this year than ever! 😂
So, after watching this video a couple of days ago, I ran this morning with no tech, no counters, phones or apps. I had a great run! I felt freer than ever and happier with whatever "achievement" I made than I have in months. I did it for the love of it and had a great run - just me, some morning wildlife and an amazing moon. Thank you! :)
Ben, you are at your maximal best with videos like this. You seem to define the quintessisential philosophy of the "gifted runner" with the values you share. Bravo! Oh, plus, Mary is the perfect example of the running life you espouse. Thank you.
I started running about 6 months ago, I’m glad that when I started I had access to all kinds of training information like your channel and others. I follow a plan, I’ve had no injuries, I’ve meet or exceeded all my goals on race days. I have seen my times drop significantly on my easy training just by consistently training and following my plans I’ve set.
Exact same scenario, started in December due to a random comment about running a marathon from a friend. No injury (yet!), and now running half marathon distance once or twice a month, and building up.
I've lost count of how many running videos I've watched around improving my pace, setting PB's etc. But this is the first video that has actually inspired me and made perfect sense. I'm off for an enjoyable run, not necessarily a fast one. Glad I found this video and can't wait to view some of your others!
I love how Mary is just loving her run. I can't wait to get even half this happy. Currently 5 weeks into half marathon plan and not feeling like I will get the time I want, so I'm going with 'I just need to finish it' which is going to be challenge 🙃
This hit me , im too competitive and Strava is such a great app but i will always be disappointed when i see im minutes / seconds slower over long/short runs , i see people smashing solid times and i feel i want that so thank you i just need to love my journey
This couldn’t have come at a better time! I’m starting a new training cycle tomorrow with a focus on aerobic base building and needed this reminder. I tend to think faster is better, slower is weaker, and if I’m not beating the time of my last training run I’m failing. Even though I know that’s not true I get stuck in the “trap”. Thanks so much for the reminder. I’ll watch this video often. I look forward to and cherish each video you put out. Keep doing what you’re doing! The two of you are a true blessing. Thank you!
"Just a nice part of my life's running journey. " I think you just destroyed my "has-been" complex with that one sentence! I was extremely fast in school cross country, and have slowed down SIGNIFICANTLY as an adult. I knew I'd never get back there, but couldn't figure out how to accept that and be at peace with it. Thanks!
Thank you!! I needed this before heading out that door into the rain this morning. These are definitely my favourite types of videos from you two (and they’re ALL good!). Thanks again!
This is the video that I enjoyed the most. So much wise words! You are so right. We need to believe in the process. Running is so much more than getting your best PB. It's a journey. Thank you for the video. I will re-watch it for sure when I'll feel down.
This was incredible Ben and Mary. I know I suffer extreme anxiety with some of my runs because of the pressure I put on myself and I am certainly not an athlete. Just a perfectionist. And the main reason I love to run is because it helps ease my anxiety, so sometimes I can get in a rut of it all being backwards. Now I know I can come to this video, listen to your words and the sound of that gorgeous ocean and have a hard truth with myself to just do it. Run for the reason you began in the first place! Thank you so, so much for these types of videos guys, you also did one about getting out there and running, not hitting the snooze button etc and that really spoke to me too - they’re awesome. Have a wonderful day both of you ❤️🌻
This is fantastic! This is what I'm trying to do at the moment.I've finally realised that I've been running far too fast every run. Now that I've slowed down and into lower HR zones not only is my running improving, I'm enjoying it more! Thank you !
I’ve been binging your videos in the last week and this is the one that just hit me in the chest. Wow. Something I didn’t know I needed to hear. Thank you.
Thank you so much for this Ben. I absolutely love your videos. I’m 52 and I’ve been running for 13 years but always got a bit fed up with it, however this time I am getting lots more advice via yours and other videos. I’ve been trying the heart rate based running for the last week and can only do around 12 minute miles but After seeing this video I’m determined to stick to 2 out of my 3 runs being at an easy pace. Many thanks again for all you and Mary do on this channel 👍❤️😃
I found this channel by accident but I really like it. I started running in 2008 and all I could see was a PB in everything. Seeing your videos has helped me to understand there is a joy in running and the rest will happen when your consistent
Brilliant advice - and a trap that we are all guilty of falling in to. Started back running again this year after nearly 18 months out with injury and was fast approaching another injury (had 2 bad runs in a row due to illness and thought I had to compensate - added more runs and they were poor, so added more distance). Finally got myself a running coach/physio who has given me a plan to follow where emphasis is on less-is-more and recovery/strenght/flexibility is key. Happy running folks and thanks again for the advice!
@@ThisMessyHappy July marks one year for me running consistently, and I've done races (both paid and virtual) for the 5k, 10k and Half marathon distances. HM distance twice, on a long run at 2:16:00+ and my first HM distance was a race with a time of 1:59:57. First 10k race was a 57:56 time in January 2022, then I did a virtual 10k race for myself in April 2022 and improved to 55:14. Lastly, my first race in 10 years was a 5k in October 2021 with a time of 27:31. I am finishing a second recovery week today after a good three week training block with a 5k scheduled. Decided to spice it up and try for a new PB, prepped a few days out, and ran the same route I did in October 2021, to make the challenge comparable. It was a wonderful success!! New PB today @ 24:45, 2:46 reduction!! I've been using your training plans, modifications where made for my schedule, my weight lifting and treadmill walking work, but the principle distances, gradual increases, and recovery times have all been used. You and Mary have been a wonderful resource to follow and glean valuable and practical information on running, the body, planning and prep, gear ... you name it. I would not have done what I have without your influence and encouragement! My next steps are training and running in my 2nd HM race in December 2022, but I will be getting my body prepared for it by doing a Marathon training plan. I've never attempted a Marathon, much less the training to prepare for one. But know that This Messy Happy will be right there with me as I travel down the road toward these goals. Not everyday is a PB. Today presented an opportunity ... I took it and executed. Felt great, but that isn't the process. That's not the purpose. To enjoy this wonderful and challenging sport, to push myself physically and mentally through pain and strategy, and in the end realize it isn't about medals, PB, or other people giving you a pat on the back ... it's understanding you're valuable. Your health, physically and mentally, is important. But I need to understand I'm valuable to start with, and that gets me up, gets my shoes on and out the door to run. Thanks again for all your continued help!! Talk again soon!
Brilliant vlog Ben, this helped me confirm you you said, as I went for a run early this morning and I did stop and walk. I did enjoy my run. Thanks Ben and Mary
Just starting back after a year out, I confess was looking at my old times and wondering if I can get back to those times. But your correct "just enjoy the process", you never regret going running. Thanks for the video.
This was me for year's, putting pressure on myself to get faster, im older now and i run slower but accepted it. I now look around me and take in my surroundings instead of looking at my watch constantly. Be kinder to yourselves
I appreciate this video and your others, Messy. As a runner for one year, I’m in two running clubs, read Fitzgerald’s 80/20 Method, and met dozens of helpful runners. I never once met a runner that tries to “run faster every session”, as many TH-camrs use as an example of the polar opposite of easy running. The other inconsistency I’ve discovered is that very few experienced runners truly run at a conversational pace. Even in our weekly group “easy runs”, even the very best runners in our club are *not* running at a truly conversational pace for themselves. It’s these inconsistencies that make running puzzling. 🤔
Many thanks for the video. I am a long time gym goer (jump rope and strength training) who recently got into running. Sure, I have been chasing pbs but your video reiterates something which I have learnt in my gym life, that the enjoyment of the process is far more important than the results. I went for a run the other night and realised that I wasn't going to be setting any fast times, I got a little lost in the dark streets / parkland but realised I was just happy to use my run to explore my surroundings. Much like your video.
Thank you for the reminder Ben. I get so annoyed if I can’t run faster than before but this is like life it’s how you approach it . I need to remember to enjoy the process and the journey. Thanks again Ben and Mary 👍👍
I thank you for your videos, you and Mary. I believe you grasped the epitome of being a human being and it is to inspire, help and guide others. Unconditionaly, with love and care because you have been there too. I'm a long distance runnner and an endurance athlete, we must be around the same age but i can tell you for sure i find comfort and joy in your videos and your words. I thank you again from the bottom of my heart.. Hope I'll meet you in person one day in one of UK's events.
Yep, just crawled out of this trap recently when I realized that I can't be upping the distance AND keeping the same pace in the same session. Having to slow down is psychologically hard but feels so good the next day when my legs are fresh and pain-free.
At age 61, those days of trying to be a faster runner are well behind me. I'm just happy that I CAN run a race, and even happier if I'm not getting slower! 😄 Love your channel! 🥰
Great info I just learned something I never thought about I’m 53 and I have to admit I’m getting slower at running but now I will enjoy the proses and no longer look for shorter times thank you
This is so true. I used to want to improve every workout, but I ground myself into dust in the process. Moving forward, as a beginner, I'd rather focus on just being able to run an extra day a week and still manage to recover properly.
For me started running to help loss weight, then. Got seriously injured ( not running related). I remember that day when I was lamenting about not being able to go out and run ( was on almost bedrest for 3 months). My mind had changed from weight loss to about being the healthiest version of me that I can be. No matter the age. I love you videos, but this style is my favorite as it makes me think and evaluate more then just running.
That’s awesome and totally the right way to go about it. So glad you’re on your journey and you’re thinking about it all in different ways. That’s what it’s all about 😊
I’m currently struggling with this after hitting the mid 50’s…..I’ve come to the exact conclusion that your expressing in this video. I need to be happy I’m still able to run marathons….not how fast I’m running them.
Solid advice, it doesn't only apply to running. Strength training got me into running, because I had to regain the ability to walk, jog and eventually run again after I ripped two tendons in the lower back by trying to break my pb on the deadlift. Took 3 years until I felt like my back was stable again and 5-7 years until all pain and flexibility problems were over. Now I just run and lift based on what feels good, and every two weeks I allow myself to check if my peek strength and conditioning is on track by trying to improve my pb's by a little or at least match them.
Great video, guys. I fall into that trap a lot...recently been trying to focus more on the joy of it all as I know it won't be that long before PRs won't be possible anymore. And as a coach, I preach a lot about patience and trusting the process because as you say, it's not shears going to be linear.
Sage advice here. In moments of disappointment with myself I always remember how far I’ve progressed; from not being able to run round my local park to now running a half marathon without feeling too broken afterwards. Big picture perspective has also helped me to enjoy races and not be too obsessed with PBs. Sure I have goals like everyone but I now view them as granular, the big goal is to keep running for as long as I can.
I run with the dog from my neighbors which is NOT so motivated like yours, so its nearly never the problem to run too fast. :D Goal is always to enjoy the run and if he doesn't want to continue anymore... we take a break. If i run alone i always compare times and try to run slower (especially from long runs, i find it very hard to run slower).
Terrific. I needed this. Thank you. In training for my first marathon and my head is swimming in metrics. Need to focus on the process and the long term. Be more mindful! 😊🏃🏻♂️🏃🏻♂️🏃🏻♂️
sometimes the things that are supposed to help us (metrics) end up backfiring if not utilized correctly. I wish you the very best for your marathon! I am hoping to run one next year as well.
Love all your vlogs and look forward to Sundays to see the new one. Wondering how Winnie is doing? Is her incontinence cured? Has her hearing returned? Sorry not running questions but she is the star of the vlog lol
Several years ago I was playing tennis with an 80yo lady on our Women's league team. The first thing I noticed was how young her legs looked. Later I found out that she and her husband had been running Marathons until age 79! That's when they thought they should "slow down", retire and play tennis. She will always be my role model.
Thank you so much for this video. You've really reminded me of so much that I'd forgotten and inspired me that theres so much more ENJOYMENT to come in my lifelong running journey. Thank you both so much.
I started running about a year and do 5k to 6k everyday at a 11.5 km to 12.5 km of pace. Now I struggle to go running because it’s almost a drag to do it. No fun and always do the same rotine. I did lose 20 kg in the process. I will try to run slower and do 80% of aerobic and the other 20 in anaerobic. On think is for sure and that is that I cannot run without music. Great video and thanks for sharing trully inside toughts. All the best!
Thank you for this and other videos. I did really well during the pandemic to stay consistent, but after taking a break after my last marathon in October 2021, I have struggled to find any consistency. I know part of it is that my running partner moved and I have had a lot of other life things, but need to remember easy consistency is important. I am moving to a warm place next month and know that my body has to adapt as I have seen you and Mary work through adapting to Thailand.
Agreed! Love it where you were running too. It's so cool how you had all this obstacles on your run, and I like it how you were climbing over and running just when the tide was out. Can you swim in that see too? Where was it?
There’s a happy medium to be found in Strava segments. Go out and go gentle for the duration but allow yourself to blitz a single segment only and get a wee PB on that segment rather than the whole distance 👍🏻😇
I love this episode:) Thank you both so much for all you share with us and i really feel inspired by both of you. You both are nice people, great couple, awesome athletes and you inspire us all. I really feel exactly what you shared in the video, i want to run for the process and i want to be able to run my whole life:) This year i signed for my first marathon and i am using your ultimate marathon training plan. I am excited and i want to grow and be a better person, mother and wife. Thank you for all the tips and nice experiences you share with us. It is always a pleasure to see what you share next with us 😊
been running for around 6 months now..only in last couple of months have a started a running program which includes long runs, interval runs etc etc...problem im finding is that i keep getting all these little injuries that put me out for a while..runners knee, shin splints, sore feet, hammy issues...its very frustrating when you feel you are making progress than have to take a few days to a week to recover, to come back and find your progress has has taken one step back 🤦🏽♂️🤷🏽♂️
Does your running programme include strength and conditioning? If not then you may benefit from finding one of those to add in? S&c is absolutely crucial to keeping you running. I hope that helps 😊 don’t give up 💪🏻
I am preparing for FM in Dec. Preparing since last Dec. Have been hitting PBs every week Dec to May. Now it's plateaued out. At current pace, expected FM time is 7hrs. I was preparing for 5.5hrs. Thanks for the video. Maybe I should not focus on time and rather focus on completing my first FM. Its ok to do it in 7-8hrs. Maybe 5.5hrs will have to wait for few yrs of training to possibly come.
Definitely, Rahul. It it’s your first FM time should be the last thing you think about. Think about getting out there, smiling that you’re doing what 99% of the world have never done, and planning your next 😉
I wish I could take on board what you are saying as I'm 47, have been consistently running for about a year (excluding injuries). My coros app says to wait 70 hours before any hard training but I know I'll be back out running before then and then be moaning my knee or calf hurts. I love running and any missed training runs before my 1st marathon stress me out.
Sometimes it takes time but keep trying and committing to the process. Sometimes it takes one particular setback or injury for you to change. It’s not nice but it is necessary. You can change though, you just have to want to 😉😊
I'm in my 8th week back after not being able to run 4 months+. I'm seeing some progress, but it will take continued consistency to get my normal jog pace back. I'm seeing a very wavey curve but the trend is going down by a second or two a week, so I could be back where I was towards the end of the year. I guess it comes down to why you stopped running and what you did while you couldn't run that guides how much fitness is loss.
I have to admit I have not got a watch. Therefore, I never measure distance or time during training. I only find out my times when I race. I've got over a year's of pbs .
I got frustrated last year when I just couldn’t run as quick as previously. But thanks to your videos I learnt to fall in love with the process. I just aimed to be consistent rather than get PB’s. Irony is, I’ve had more PB’s so far this year than ever! 😂
This means so much to me, Candice. Thank you so much. You did all the heavy lifting but I’m glad to have helped in some small way 😊
So, after watching this video a couple of days ago, I ran this morning with no tech, no counters, phones or apps. I had a great run! I felt freer than ever and happier with whatever "achievement" I made than I have in months. I did it for the love of it and had a great run - just me, some morning wildlife and an amazing moon. Thank you! :)
It’s so freeing isn’t it! I call it running naked but some people get confused 😂
Ben, you are at your maximal best with videos like this. You seem to define the quintessisential philosophy of the "gifted runner" with the values you share. Bravo! Oh, plus, Mary is the perfect example of the running life you espouse. Thank you.
I started running about 6 months ago, I’m glad that when I started I had access to all kinds of training information like your channel and others. I follow a plan, I’ve had no injuries, I’ve meet or exceeded all my goals on race days. I have seen my times drop significantly on my easy training just by consistently training and following my plans I’ve set.
Exact same scenario, started in December due to a random comment about running a marathon from a friend. No injury (yet!), and now running half marathon distance once or twice a month, and building up.
@@harrydaniels1942 I’m starting training for a half marathon this coming week, race is in October.
I've lost count of how many running videos I've watched around improving my pace, setting PB's etc. But this is the first video that has actually inspired me and made perfect sense. I'm off for an enjoyable run, not necessarily a fast one. Glad I found this video and can't wait to view some of your others!
I love how Mary is just loving her run. I can't wait to get even half this happy. Currently 5 weeks into half marathon plan and not feeling like I will get the time I want, so I'm going with 'I just need to finish it' which is going to be challenge 🙃
“The joy of the process” priceless!!
This hit me , im too competitive and Strava is such a great app but i will always be disappointed when i see im minutes / seconds slower over long/short runs , i see people smashing solid times and i feel i want that so thank you i just need to love my journey
Thanks Chris. I hope it’s helped a little 😊
is this you subtly changing this into a parkour channel? 🤣
Ha ha no subtly about it!! 😂 parkour 🤟🏼🤟🏼
Light Parkour but eh I think running some trail is great for stability. Forcing the body to do something isn't used to do makes it grow
I'm here for the asmr running arch
Great words of wisdom. As a runner for over 3 decades, if I only ever focused on shortening my times, I’d be disappointed in the joy of running.
So true. You have to find a way to make it work for you 😊
This couldn’t have come at a better time! I’m starting a new training cycle tomorrow with a focus on aerobic base building and needed this reminder. I tend to think faster is better, slower is weaker, and if I’m not beating the time of my last training run I’m failing. Even though I know that’s not true I get stuck in the “trap”. Thanks so much for the reminder. I’ll watch this video often. I look forward to and cherish each video you put out. Keep doing what you’re doing! The two of you are a true blessing. Thank you!
I watched this twice! Please repost this regularly, invaluable words of wisdom!
Thanks so much. So glad it resonated 😊
"Just a nice part of my life's running journey. " I think you just destroyed my "has-been" complex with that one sentence! I was extremely fast in school cross country, and have slowed down SIGNIFICANTLY as an adult. I knew I'd never get back there, but couldn't figure out how to accept that and be at peace with it. Thanks!
Thank you!! I needed this before heading out that door into the rain this morning. These are definitely my favourite types of videos from you two (and they’re ALL good!). Thanks again!
Ahhh thanks so much! Enjoy the rainy run 😂😊
Thank you for these periodic reminders to find purpose and joy in the process itself.
this made me cry tears of joy. really great, thank you.
This is the video that I enjoyed the most.
So much wise words! You are so right. We need to believe in the process. Running is so much more than getting your best PB. It's a journey. Thank you for the video. I will re-watch it for sure when I'll feel down.
This was incredible Ben and Mary. I know I suffer extreme anxiety with some of my runs because of the pressure I put on myself and I am certainly not an athlete. Just a perfectionist. And the main reason I love to run is because it helps ease my anxiety, so sometimes I can get in a rut of it all being backwards. Now I know I can come to this video, listen to your words and the sound of that gorgeous ocean and have a hard truth with myself to just do it. Run for the reason you began in the first place! Thank you so, so much for these types of videos guys, you also did one about getting out there and running, not hitting the snooze button etc and that really spoke to me too - they’re awesome. Have a wonderful day both of you ❤️🌻
This is fantastic! This is what I'm trying to do at the moment.I've finally realised that I've been running far too fast every run. Now that I've slowed down and into lower HR zones not only is my running improving, I'm enjoying it more! Thank you !
very good reminders. it's the journey that matters, not the destination. enjoy each run, it's a Blessing!
I’ve been binging your videos in the last week and this is the one that just hit me in the chest. Wow. Something I didn’t know I needed to hear. Thank you.
Thank you so much for this Ben. I absolutely love your videos. I’m 52 and I’ve been running for 13 years but always got a bit fed up with it, however this time I am getting lots more advice via yours and other videos.
I’ve been trying the heart rate based running for the last week and can only do around 12 minute miles but After seeing this video I’m determined to stick to 2 out of my 3 runs being at an easy pace.
Many thanks again for all you and Mary do on this channel 👍❤️😃
I found this channel by accident but I really like it. I started running in 2008 and all I could see was a PB in everything. Seeing your videos has helped me to understand there is a joy in running and the rest will happen when your consistent
Brilliant advice - and a trap that we are all guilty of falling in to. Started back running again this year after nearly 18 months out with injury and was fast approaching another injury (had 2 bad runs in a row due to illness and thought I had to compensate - added more runs and they were poor, so added more distance). Finally got myself a running coach/physio who has given me a plan to follow where emphasis is on less-is-more and recovery/strenght/flexibility is key.
Happy running folks and thanks again for the advice!
Outstanding video! The message is wonderful and the visual of where you and Mary were running was stunning!! So beautiful!!
Thanks Luke, that’s really kind of you to say. I really appreciate it 😊
@@ThisMessyHappy July marks one year for me running consistently, and I've done races (both paid and virtual) for the 5k, 10k and Half marathon distances. HM distance twice, on a long run at 2:16:00+ and my first HM distance was a race with a time of 1:59:57. First 10k race was a 57:56 time in January 2022, then I did a virtual 10k race for myself in April 2022 and improved to 55:14. Lastly, my first race in 10 years was a 5k in October 2021 with a time of 27:31. I am finishing a second recovery week today after a good three week training block with a 5k scheduled. Decided to spice it up and try for a new PB, prepped a few days out, and ran the same route I did in October 2021, to make the challenge comparable. It was a wonderful success!! New PB today @ 24:45, 2:46 reduction!!
I've been using your training plans, modifications where made for my schedule, my weight lifting and treadmill walking work, but the principle distances, gradual increases, and recovery times have all been used. You and Mary have been a wonderful resource to follow and glean valuable and practical information on running, the body, planning and prep, gear ... you name it. I would not have done what I have without your influence and encouragement! My next steps are training and running in my 2nd HM race in December 2022, but I will be getting my body prepared for it by doing a Marathon training plan. I've never attempted a Marathon, much less the training to prepare for one. But know that This Messy Happy will be right there with me as I travel down the road toward these goals.
Not everyday is a PB. Today presented an opportunity ... I took it and executed. Felt great, but that isn't the process. That's not the purpose. To enjoy this wonderful and challenging sport, to push myself physically and mentally through pain and strategy, and in the end realize it isn't about medals, PB, or other people giving you a pat on the back ... it's understanding you're valuable. Your health, physically and mentally, is important. But I need to understand I'm valuable to start with, and that gets me up, gets my shoes on and out the door to run. Thanks again for all your continued help!! Talk again soon!
Brilliant vlog Ben, this helped me confirm you you said, as I went for a run early this morning and I did stop and walk.
I did enjoy my run.
Thanks Ben and Mary
You're on a great roll with your content Ben.
Thanks so much, Simon. It’s feeling good that’s for sure 😊
Really enjoyed that and needed a reminder to just enjoy the run!
Just starting back after a year out, I confess was looking at my old times and wondering if I can get back to those times. But your correct "just enjoy the process", you never regret going running. Thanks for the video.
Thank you for making these videos. I ran my first marathon yesterday and it was a success, in part due to what I've learned from you and Mary. 🙏
That’s so awesome to read! Well done Ryan and thanks for the kind words. Hope it’s not your last 😉😂
This was me for year's, putting pressure on myself to get faster, im older now and i run slower but accepted it. I now look around me and take in my surroundings instead of looking at my watch constantly. Be kinder to yourselves
I appreciate this video and your others, Messy. As a runner for one year, I’m in two running clubs, read Fitzgerald’s 80/20 Method, and met dozens of helpful runners. I never once met a runner that tries to “run faster every session”, as many TH-camrs use as an example of the polar opposite of easy running. The other inconsistency I’ve discovered is that very few experienced runners truly run at a conversational pace. Even in our weekly group “easy runs”, even the very best runners in our club are *not* running at a truly conversational pace for themselves. It’s these inconsistencies that make running puzzling. 🤔
Many thanks for the video. I am a long time gym goer (jump rope and strength training) who recently got into running. Sure, I have been chasing pbs but your video reiterates something which I have learnt in my gym life, that the enjoyment of the process is far more important than the results. I went for a run the other night and realised that I wasn't going to be setting any fast times, I got a little lost in the dark streets / parkland but realised I was just happy to use my run to explore my surroundings. Much like your video.
Not only is the information excellent but your video quality and content is captivating and wonderful to watch!
These type of videos are your very best work and so super helpful. Thank you!!
Thank you for the reminder Ben. I get so annoyed if I can’t run faster than before but this is like life it’s how you approach it . I need to remember to enjoy the process and the journey. Thanks again Ben and Mary 👍👍
Thanks James. Absolutely right. You get to choose how you frame it within your life 😊
Fantastic Message. Thanks alot.
I thank you for your videos, you and Mary.
I believe you grasped the epitome of being a human being and it is to inspire, help and guide others. Unconditionaly, with love and care because you have been there too.
I'm a long distance runnner and an endurance athlete, we must be around the same age but i can tell you for sure i find comfort and joy in your videos and your words.
I thank you again from the bottom of my heart..
Hope I'll meet you in person one day in one of UK's events.
Great video and some sage advice here.Just what i needed to hear.Thanks guys!
I know this is an older video but it was suggested to me… and EXACTLY what I needed. Thank you
Thanks, I needed to hear this today.
Yep, just crawled out of this trap recently when I realized that I can't be upping the distance AND keeping the same pace in the same session. Having to slow down is psychologically hard but feels so good the next day when my legs are fresh and pain-free.
At age 61, those days of trying to be a faster runner are well behind me. I'm just happy that I CAN run a race, and even happier if I'm not getting slower! 😄 Love your channel! 🥰
Brilliant and motivating video. I am relatively new to running. Your videos are so helpful for me at this stage.
Great info I just learned something I never thought about I’m 53 and I have to admit I’m getting slower at running but now I will enjoy the proses and no longer look for shorter times thank you
This is so true. I used to want to improve every workout, but I ground myself into dust in the process. Moving forward, as a beginner, I'd rather focus on just being able to run an extra day a week and still manage to recover properly.
What an adventurous route! Thank you for the wise words.
For me started running to help loss weight, then. Got seriously injured ( not running related). I remember that day when I was lamenting about not being able to go out and run ( was on almost bedrest for 3 months). My mind had changed from weight loss to about being the healthiest version of me that I can be. No matter the age.
I love you videos, but this style is my favorite as it makes me think and evaluate more then just running.
That’s awesome and totally the right way to go about it. So glad you’re on your journey and you’re thinking about it all in different ways. That’s what it’s all about 😊
Such a great video and very thought provoking.
I’m currently struggling with this after hitting the mid 50’s…..I’ve come to the exact conclusion that your expressing in this video. I need to be happy I’m still able to run marathons….not how fast I’m running them.
I really liked this one (all your videos are great, but...), found it soothing 😊
You guys do an excellent job , I’m 60 , thought I knew it all 😊, but you and your wife have real world info. Love the canal runs in Thailand
Such a great video and very thought provoking 🏃🏻♂️
Thanks so much, Robert 😊
Thanks so much for this!!!
You hit the sweet spot!
Nice job Ben👍
I relate to this possibly more than most of your viewers...my last PB was in December 1989. It sucks, but gotta keep on going...
Keep on trucking, Steve! My PB’s are eventually going to be less time based and more distance based 😂
@@ThisMessyHappy Thanks guys!
Solid advice, it doesn't only apply to running. Strength training got me into running, because I had to regain the ability to walk, jog and eventually run again after I ripped two tendons in the lower back by trying to break my pb on the deadlift. Took 3 years until I felt like my back was stable again and 5-7 years until all pain and flexibility problems were over.
Now I just run and lift based on what feels good, and every two weeks I allow myself to check if my peek strength and conditioning is on track by trying to improve my pb's by a little or at least match them.
Cheers for showing me and the world where you keep your keycard 😁
You moved me to comment, and I don’t usually. Wise words set to an enjoyable running film. Thank you both.
Thank you so much, Graham. That’s really kind of you to say 😊
That was great advice thanks
Thanks so much, Steven 😊
Thank you!
A good reminder 🙂
Thanks really enjoyed it am gonna share it with my clients
Spot on! 😎
Thanks Timothy 😊
bedankt voor deze vlog. Het heeft me mentaal goed geholpen. prachtige uitzicht daar bij jullie. veel succes
Great video, guys. I fall into that trap a lot...recently been trying to focus more on the joy of it all as I know it won't be that long before PRs won't be possible anymore. And as a coach, I preach a lot about patience and trusting the process because as you say, it's not shears going to be linear.
Sage advice here. In moments of disappointment with myself I always remember how far I’ve progressed; from not being able to run round my local park to now running a half marathon without feeling too broken afterwards. Big picture perspective has also helped me to enjoy races and not be too obsessed with PBs. Sure I have goals like everyone but I now view them as granular, the big goal is to keep running for as long as I can.
Just what I needed to hear today ☺️
I run with the dog from my neighbors which is NOT so motivated like yours, so its nearly never the problem to run too fast. :D Goal is always to enjoy the run and if he doesn't want to continue anymore... we take a break. If i run alone i always compare times and try to run slower (especially from long runs, i find it very hard to run slower).
Terrific. I needed this. Thank you. In training for my first marathon and my head is swimming in metrics. Need to focus on the process and the long term. Be more mindful! 😊🏃🏻♂️🏃🏻♂️🏃🏻♂️
Exactly!
sometimes the things that are supposed to help us (metrics) end up backfiring if not utilized correctly. I wish you the very best for your marathon! I am hoping to run one next year as well.
Love all your vlogs and look forward to Sundays to see the new one. Wondering how Winnie is doing? Is her incontinence cured? Has her hearing returned? Sorry not running questions but she is the star of the vlog lol
Several years ago I was playing tennis with an 80yo lady on our Women's league team. The first thing I noticed was how young her legs looked. Later I found out that she and her husband had been running Marathons until age 79! That's when they thought they should "slow down", retire and play tennis. She will always be my role model.
So true.! I can relate to everything in this video. Love your content keep it coming 😊 thanks
Koh Chang run! :-) - Great message as well.
Love this 👍👍
Thanks Dewi 😊
This video was so relaxing to watch and had lots of thought-provoking questions. Thank you
Thanks so much. Relaxing is the name of the game! 😊
Thank you so much for this video. You've really reminded me of so much that I'd forgotten and inspired me that theres so much more ENJOYMENT to come in my lifelong running journey. Thank you both so much.
Great video!
I started running about a year and do 5k to 6k everyday at a 11.5 km to 12.5 km of pace. Now I struggle to go running because it’s almost a drag to do it. No fun and always do the same rotine. I did lose 20 kg in the process. I will try to run slower and do 80% of aerobic and the other 20 in anaerobic. On think is for sure and that is that I cannot run without music. Great video and thanks for sharing trully inside toughts. All the best!
That‘s what i had to remember myself after peak fitness (3hr Marathon) followed by covid (Not able to jog 2k). Rough times.
👌 thank you.
And thank you too 😊
Energy in a smile of a girl in this video is enough wind in my back, when i feel blu
So thank you both, this is helpful
Bilja
love the videos sir God bless
Thank you for this and other videos. I did really well during the pandemic to stay consistent, but after taking a break after my last marathon in October 2021, I have struggled to find any consistency. I know part of it is that my running partner moved and I have had a lot of other life things, but need to remember easy consistency is important. I am moving to a warm place next month and know that my body has to adapt as I have seen you and Mary work through adapting to Thailand.
Agreed! Love it where you were running too. It's so cool how you had all this obstacles on your run, and I like it how you were climbing over and running just when the tide was out. Can you swim in that see too? Where was it?
Really good video.
Running for real fun... no thought of time or distance... I want to try that
It’s really freeing. Even if not done once in a while 😊
There’s a happy medium to be found in Strava segments. Go out and go gentle for the duration but allow yourself to blitz a single segment only and get a wee PB on that segment rather than the whole distance 👍🏻😇
I love this episode:) Thank you both so much for all you share with us and i really feel inspired by both of you. You both are nice people, great couple, awesome athletes and you inspire us all. I really feel exactly what you shared in the video, i want to run for the process and i want to be able to run my whole life:) This year i signed for my first marathon and i am using your ultimate marathon training plan. I am excited and i want to grow and be a better person, mother and wife. Thank you for all the tips and nice experiences you share with us. It is always a pleasure to see what you share next with us 😊
been running for around 6 months now..only in last couple of months have a started a running program which includes long runs, interval runs etc etc...problem im finding is that i keep getting all these little injuries that put me out for a while..runners knee, shin splints, sore feet, hammy issues...its very frustrating when you feel you are making progress than have to take a few days to a week to recover, to come back and find your progress has has taken one step back 🤦🏽♂️🤷🏽♂️
Does your running programme include strength and conditioning? If not then you may benefit from finding one of those to add in? S&c is absolutely crucial to keeping you running. I hope that helps 😊 don’t give up 💪🏻
I am preparing for FM in Dec. Preparing since last Dec. Have been hitting PBs every week Dec to May. Now it's plateaued out. At current pace, expected FM time is 7hrs. I was preparing for 5.5hrs. Thanks for the video. Maybe I should not focus on time and rather focus on completing my first FM. Its ok to do it in 7-8hrs. Maybe 5.5hrs will have to wait for few yrs of training to possibly come.
Definitely, Rahul. It it’s your first FM time should be the last thing you think about. Think about getting out there, smiling that you’re doing what 99% of the world have never done, and planning your next 😉
I think I was listening .... or was I just mesmerised 🤷♂️ either way, I enjoyed it!
I wish I could take on board what you are saying as I'm 47, have been consistently running for about a year (excluding injuries). My coros app says to wait 70 hours before any hard training but I know I'll be back out running before then and then be moaning my knee or calf hurts. I love running and any missed training runs before my 1st marathon stress me out.
Sometimes it takes time but keep trying and committing to the process. Sometimes it takes one particular setback or injury for you to change. It’s not nice but it is necessary. You can change though, you just have to want to 😉😊
you have a so flat beach thats incredible for running. mine aren't like that
Ha ha nice and flat in Thailand 😂
Thank you so much for the video. What is the name of the hotel you are staying in?
I'm in my 8th week back after not being able to run 4 months+. I'm seeing some progress, but it will take continued consistency to get my normal jog pace back. I'm seeing a very wavey curve but the trend is going down by a second or two a week, so I could be back where I was towards the end of the year. I guess it comes down to why you stopped running and what you did while you couldn't run that guides how much fitness is loss.
I have to admit I have not got a watch. Therefore, I never measure distance or time during training. I only find out my times when I race. I've got over a year's of pbs .
"Kale! Yuck". How true!
I did this when i first started running haha, I was trying to get a PB literally every run
Ha ha we’ve all been there 🤦🏻♂️😂
I always use tech when I run because otherwise, I would run too fast. I need it to run at a constant pace.