Got your training plan and I can say it really works. I planned to 3:10 @ Houston Marathon and this past weekend I ran 3:08:26. Couldn't believe it! Thank you and keep up great work you do over here!
Excellent video Ben! I recognise it's a bit different but I'd love to see a video on the best recipes you've tried from your new recipes or your favourite running friendly meals! I always struggle for inspiration for new healthy meals that are good for runners. Thanks again for all the great content!
@skipp8936 you got it! I just had this same goal. Previous PB was 53 min and I got a 45 min 45 sec. Smashed it. Basically ran higher mileage with 1 speedwork. Amd like Ben said running with headphones helped
Looking forward to my 100 miler after my stroke last year .. and possibly a 200 miler in the future.. I’m 55 this year and still running 20 min parkrun … love it 🥰
I love that you do big races as long training runs! As long as you can be disciplined, as you were, not to lured into full-on racing, it’s great fun. For your viewers too, indeed!
Weird as it sounds I’ve always thought of you as someone my own age based off how insane your times are! Glad to see you’re doing well, take care Ben! I would be glad to be running that pace in 18 years if life doesn’t get in the way!
Well done Ben, that is a fantastic achievement for all that you have been through both physically & mentally over the past few years & thanks for sharing it with us. I'm 56 & 2 year ago I ran a 2.56hr marathon at Manchester which I was delighted with. You just never know what is round the corner & at the beginning of last year I was diagnosed with stage 4 rectal cancer. I'm still receiving treatment but the tumor has been removed as well as part of my bowel, I've had plastic surgery & a Stoma bag fitted. Although I haven't been given the all clear I'm feeling much better & stronger each day. My goal for this year is to get back to what I love best & that's running. Marathons are out of the question but just to be able to do a Parkrun would be a dream come true for me. We all have problems in our lives at some point but I really think that our runners mindset helps us come out the other side as a stronger person. Followed you for years Ben & find you a true inspiration..... keep up the great work & never give up 💪💪
Great insights Ben, might be able to use some of that advice…. It’s great when we find old form returning. I had a good 2023 I’d written myself off as a plodder - did the RTTS and hurt lots, but had trained really hard and loved training again. Soon after I really needed a motivation boost so joined a running club again, 15 years after last running with a club. It’s been amazing! 5k time back down to 21ish min, hopefully get my 10k back to low/mid 40’s. So I’d add join a club(!) to my best advice to anyone wanting to improve 👍👍
Thanks for this great video, you are inspiring, I have felt in love with running late in my life at 37… and this year I’m turning 42 😅 and one of my goals isnto run my first marathon 🤞🏼 Wishing that everything will align to realize that!
well done I am still trying to increase my marathon times, mid 40s I stand at 3:20 at moment, working on more speed now, next marathon is May for Ottawa so I know I have some time, just wondering if its still possible to improve
No S&C? I'm running my 1st marathon at Manchester this April at 59 years young. Using your L3 plan & luckily got 2 run partners for weekend long runs as we simular pace & using same plan
I also turned 40 last year and it bothered me. Our generation is at a point when most stating to have health issues and most of them are overweight and the general saying is that you cannot expect much after 40 athletically. I was aimless before 40 regarding running, I was doing it for 18 years and had no goals. But decided to turn the page, got a coach and started to train hard and now I'm feeling better than ever, I am running more than ever and faster then ever. What you have achieved is amazing and really looking forward what is 2024 in store for both of us.
Really glad to hear that age is not stopping you from still achieving amazing things! It’s really uplifting! I hope you will run a sub 2:25 someday (no pressure though). As for me, I will be over the moon just to BQ and break 3. On the other hand, that hat looks really good!
It's a lovely contrast to see a video that isn't about a specific event, or technique or product, but about a bigger picture, and a longer story. I didn't run my first marathon until I was 42. I'll be 58 when I run my next one, which will be my seventeenth overall and my first London, this April. My goal is to enjoy myself and savour it and take it all in. I take satisfaction not so much from PBs now, but from following the kind of joined-up training described here, so that I avoid injury and have race days that are as free from discomfort and anxiety as possible. I hope you're still documenting your running for many years to come.
Well done Ben, some great tips in the video as usual. Your honesty and passion for running shines through. Your ups and downs over the last few years have been emotional and i feel we have been on a journey with you. Kudus to you. Im running my 1st London marathon this year using your plan, im 49 and aimming for 2.45. Hopefully it going well and to plan. 👍
Very inspiring Ben keep on enlightening us it definitely helps. Did Valencia 23 as well and Was hoping 2h50, managed a disappointing 2h55 , guess I need mental preparation coach , any advice?
It's so good to see you back on form, Ben! Currently following my fourth training plan of yours in prep for Manchester marathon :) 👊 your training plans are rock solid and have got me a PB every time
Hi Ben, congratulations on your great run! I have a question for you and I hope you can answer it. I had surgery on my right ankle last week. I now have a metal plate and eight screws in my right ankle. How is your ankle healing from three years ago? Does your ankle hurt from walking or running? Does the screws in your ankle bothered you? When was it you able to walk or run after your surgery and not feel pain? Did you have to do physical therapy? I would appreciate it so much if you can answer my questions. I am currently in a very depressed mood. Watching you gave me hope. Thank you for sharing your story.
Great video Ben, my goal this year is the same as every year since London 2001, break 3 hours, maybe at 60 it’s too late but still going to have a go, always enjoy my races though.👍
You can get there easily. I am 57 and ran a 57 minute 10k over Xmas. I've been running 4 years and the progress is so slow but it's starting to get easier. You have time on your side!
@@50Something wow, thats incredible.. Ive been running from the past 6 months. This helps me to stay a little more consistent and not jump for results every other weekend. Thank you so much!
@@Iyengar7 exactly, focus on your run form, breathing, and nutrition as well. When I run,I rarely look at my watch, I just try to settle in and enjoy it. Good luck
For music I use the Garmin 245 with songs loaded on to it directly, and also loaded thru Amazon music. I listen to music on 99% of my runs, and I think it helps a lot.
Great video as always. Thanks for the info and tips. However, I'm slightly confused that you are avoiding UPF but the powders that you take (the green power) is classed as UPF. Just wondered how does that fit into your diet plan?
Heh Ben Glad to see you up and at it and keeping the chin up as ive told you, your the man. Got my first marathon in april so training at the mo using your plan. Keep up the great work Ben 👍
Great video Ben. Loved the mindset section. This year my goal race is Race to the Stones 100k, I'm planning 2 "no pressue" 50k races before then, just to get me in the zone as you did with NY and Chicago. P.S. I turn 50 this year.
9:17 Gousto (or similar) is great too. Plenty of healthier options and then you don’t have to plan your shopping, which is what I hate. It’s been great to keep cooking healthy dinners and reduces food waste too! It provides plenty of variety so you don’t get stuck in a rut.
Really interesting video Ben, wow what a lot of high milage weeks, funny how you added right at the end you dint do any gym work or cycling haha totally worked for you, congrats on an amazing marathon time & a awesome year 2023 was, onwards & upwards good luck for 2024 let’s gooo! All in hahah, cool ✅👣👊🏼✌️🌴🥳👍🏼😀
Thank you for the great videos. At 43 I'm only now working towards my first half marathon in February with the hopes of my first full marathon before the end of the year. Just curious, why the iPod nano rather than music directly from your Garmin?
Great job @BenParkes and great video. Your plans helped me smash my 10km and 21km goals last year, and I’ve just downloaded the 42km plan for my first marathon this year. A couple of quick questions: How are you carrying your gels during a marathon? And are you having any electrolytes on the course? Coming from Australia it’s kinda necessary in the heat, but I’m running Edinburgh this year, so not sure how necessary it will be. Thanks!
Hey Ben, I love your perspective, that you share it and you’re so transparent. As a viewer, beating your PR means nothing to me. Just keep the entertaining and real content coming. Great channel to follow!
I'm going to run my first ultra in 2 months time (just). The training plan looks a bit scary still but I've done very well over the past 3 winters so...
Love it, Ben. So excited to see how you go in 2024! Your videos give me so much energy to go out and get it done. I also joined the 39+1 club in 2023, and hoping to finally run a half marathon in May after years of injury. I'll be starting your L2 training plan (but aiming for a 95 minute goal) in about 2 weeks. If I have a question or two in regards to the plan before I get started, can I email you? Or is it best to ask here/Strava/elsewhere?
Just discovered your channel and started binge watching. Love your positivity. I started taking the same mindset on my runs. Running my first half marathon this fall. Will definitely pick up your training program!
Turning 50 next month. Just started last year, targeting half marathon at 2:20 (which is Bens 42K). All the tips help benchmark, but to achieve the weekly training miles i’d have to quit my job.
I like the idea of a new recipe per week, I'm a big fan of the Simnett Nutrition for the vegan exercise meal ideas. Also used to take AG1 but switched to UK Vivolife equivalent product (I was called thrive, I forget the name now) as it was had the vits/minerals that better suited my needs (based on tracking diet).
Lovely, Ben, congratulations! 🎉 I was there as well, great city. I unfortunately missed my goal of running under 4 hours due to a cramp, after I already didn’t cross it in Amsterdam (04H 00M 35S😅). I’m trying to up my own mileage for the next one - currently at 80 km 50 mi/week.
Very Rad-Life! I should get those vegan cookbooks. Are you vegan by chance? I've been over 10 years and like to sub to other vegan athletes. I got into marathons and running seriously 2 years ago and been doing road and mountain cycling before that with Muay Thai and strength training and the vegan philosophy has helped me tremendously. That's such an incredible pr btw and so is your recent time! Seriously gotta be so proud of that! I just wanna go sub 3.
Great video. 👍 My key observation from this was wow a lot of supplements. I've just done a bit of research on Calm as I suffer with anxiety and sometimes bad sleep. It looks like the ingredient is 350mg of magnesium and a fair of of other agents including citric acid which is bad for teeth apparently?! I am worried for your teeth Ben 😬 👍 Have you tried taking the magnesium tab form with vit d too, a lot search says these are good for runners and work together, that way you out the unnecessary other rubbish, Holland and Barret have it at a fraction of the cost to Calm! Just an idea 😊😊😊
2 bagels with peanut butter and jam is absolutely ideal, I usually have 1 about 45 mins before any run daily ...so 2 2 hours prior sounds spot on, will follow for long runs in prep for brighton marathon! can't wait!!
I do appreciate that you pay for everything you review or recommend. That’s quite rare for TH-cam running influencers. Do you get offers from companies that you turn down?
Great video thanks Ben! I’m completing my first half in March. Aiming for sub 1:50 which is fast for me! P.S fantastic surname. I may have to purchase some merch for the sole reason we share the same surname 😂
Is age a factor there are 60 year olds running low 230s. Plenty of years left in you let don't let 40 limit you. When you did take up running seriously
Ben you revealed what a lot of guys know to be true - and that is that the Gel Nimbus is the best recovery shoe out there. I used the Nimbus the past 3 versions and the ride has me totally spoiled. It out-Hokas the Hoka. I use the NovaBlast (both road and trail versions) for speed and tempo but the Nimbus is the shoe to tick off easy k's in. Cheers and thanks
Kundos to you for this excellent video! Really well structured and informative. So much helpful information in those 18 minutes! I recently turned 40 myself and I've been using your plan for berlin last year and finally got my sub 4 (after getting close 15 years ago.) Now I train for Hamburg Marathon in the end of April and feel very motivated hoping to get another PR. Thanks for all the work you put in those videos and really happy for you to see taking down those issues that kept holding you back in running and also in life imagine. But no matter how the races will go in the future I hope you can finish all races and Training Runs with a smile on your face, because that's why we do it after all,,! 🎉🍀
I ran Palma Marathon back in October and ran it for fun not for time and it was the best race I've ever done! No pressure or anything and smiled the whole way around! I just loved the no pressure side of it, most races I put huge pressure on myself to get a PB etc but this race was different and I did all the training and it went to plan etc and that was what I wanted. Wasn't looking for a time, I just wanted to see if I could train hard and get around 😊 it was awesome!
Great tips Ben! As a 40+, you are giving me hope to improve ahhaha! As for the gym, I've settled on a couple of dumbbells and kettlebells...and doing my sessions in the basement between the washer and dryer... Super glamour, I know ;)
A great detailed explanation of your journey to Valencia. Inspiring. Enjoyed the explanation of the mental challenge and your approach to that. I’m hoping to run at least one marathon this year and to train to run my best yet. Here’s to 2024!
Nice video Ben, love your honesty and even though it's nobody's business I appreciate that you feel you can speak openly. Keep you amazing content coming and really looking forward to the year ahead, thanks Ben and Sarah❤
When training for a marathon would you ever be in a calorie deficit ? Wouldn’t want to under fuel my training but would be good to run a little lighter
Got your training plan and I can say it really works. I planned to 3:10 @ Houston Marathon and this past weekend I ran 3:08:26. Couldn't believe it! Thank you and keep up great work you do over here!
Great video Ben. Thanks for all the helpful tips.
Absolutely amazing
Looking forward to the London
Thank you
Excellent video Ben! I recognise it's a bit different but I'd love to see a video on the best recipes you've tried from your new recipes or your favourite running friendly meals! I always struggle for inspiration for new healthy meals that are good for runners. Thanks again for all the great content!
Great content. Looking to go more plant based. Will look at those books.
Good job man im trying to do a sub 50min 10k! wish me luck
You got it! Good luck!
Same here! Best of luck brother
All the best!!
You are going to do that!!
@skipp8936 you got it! I just had this same goal. Previous PB was 53 min and I got a 45 min 45 sec. Smashed it. Basically ran higher mileage with 1 speedwork. Amd like Ben said running with headphones helped
Looking forward to my 100 miler after my stroke last year .. and possibly a 200 miler in the future.. I’m 55 this year and still running 20 min parkrun … love it 🥰
Great info. Loved the training plans and mindset topics
Great vid again Ben. Does your HR not interest you when you are running. Just to not have it on your main watch screen
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Love the Gerry Cinnamon vibes!
"Don't take that through an airport." 🤣
Hi
How Many km do you run in yours shoes before changing Them?
Thx for your vidéos and your tips 😊
So much training distance
I'd imagine being able to train when you want without a full-time job getting in the way helps 😂
I ran 2:34 aged 42 🙃
How to run faster? just run more
I love that you do big races as long training runs! As long as you can be disciplined, as you were, not to lured into full-on racing, it’s great fun. For your viewers too, indeed!
Weird as it sounds I’ve always thought of you as someone my own age based off how insane your times are! Glad to see you’re doing well, take care Ben! I would be glad to be running that pace in 18 years if life doesn’t get in the way!
Cole..how’s things going. Hope you’re ok
Well done Ben, that is a fantastic achievement for all that you have been through both physically & mentally over the past few years & thanks for sharing it with us.
I'm 56 & 2 year ago I ran a 2.56hr marathon at Manchester which I was delighted with.
You just never know what is round the corner & at the beginning of last year I was diagnosed with stage 4 rectal cancer.
I'm still receiving treatment but the tumor has been removed as well as part of my bowel, I've had plastic surgery & a Stoma bag fitted.
Although I haven't been given the all clear I'm feeling much better & stronger each day.
My goal for this year is to get back to what I love best & that's running.
Marathons are out of the question but just to be able to do a Parkrun would be a dream come true for me.
We all have problems in our lives at some point but I really think that our runners mindset helps us come out the other side as a stronger person.
Followed you for years Ben & find you a true inspiration..... keep up the great work & never give up 💪💪
wishing you all the best on your recovery journey, and hope that parkrun goal comes soon,
Wishing you a swift recovery and hope you get back to doing what you love soon.
Great insights Ben, might be able to use some of that advice…. It’s great when we find old form returning. I had a good 2023 I’d written myself off as a plodder - did the RTTS and hurt lots, but had trained really hard and loved training again. Soon after I really needed a motivation boost so joined a running club again, 15 years after last running with a club. It’s been amazing! 5k time back down to 21ish min, hopefully get my 10k back to low/mid 40’s. So I’d add join a club(!) to my best advice to anyone wanting to improve 👍👍
Thanks for this great video, you are inspiring, I have felt in love with running late in my life at 37… and this year I’m turning 42 😅 and one of my goals isnto run my first marathon 🤞🏼 Wishing that everything will align to realize that!
Are you 40?! Me too! Great job, man. 🎉🎉🎉
well done I am still trying to increase my marathon times, mid 40s I stand at 3:20 at moment, working on more speed now, next marathon is May for Ottawa so I know I have some time, just wondering if its still possible to improve
No S&C? I'm running my 1st marathon at Manchester this April at 59 years young. Using your L3 plan & luckily got 2 run partners for weekend long runs as we simular pace & using same plan
Awesome! I've signed up for Valencia 2024,really looking forward. Yahoo!
Great video and well done overcoming set backs to run three brilliant marathons. I’ve got
I like your easy approach to things. Well done Champ.
I also turned 40 last year and it bothered me. Our generation is at a point when most stating to have health issues and most of them are overweight and the general saying is that you cannot expect much after 40 athletically. I was aimless before 40 regarding running, I was doing it for 18 years and had no goals. But decided to turn the page, got a coach and started to train hard and now I'm feeling better than ever, I am running more than ever and faster then ever. What you have achieved is amazing and really looking forward what is 2024 in store for both of us.
Really glad to hear that age is not stopping you from still achieving amazing things! It’s really uplifting! I hope you will run a sub 2:25 someday (no pressure though). As for me, I will be over the moon just to BQ and break 3. On the other hand, that hat looks really good!
It's a lovely contrast to see a video that isn't about a specific event, or technique or product, but about a bigger picture, and a longer story. I didn't run my first marathon until I was 42. I'll be 58 when I run my next one, which will be my seventeenth overall and my first London, this April. My goal is to enjoy myself and savour it and take it all in. I take satisfaction not so much from PBs now, but from following the kind of joined-up training described here, so that I avoid injury and have race days that are as free from discomfort and anxiety as possible. I hope you're still documenting your running for many years to come.
Well done Ben, some great tips in the video as usual. Your honesty and passion for running shines through. Your ups and downs over the last few years have been emotional and i feel we have been on a journey with you. Kudus to you.
Im running my 1st London marathon this year using your plan, im 49 and aimming for 2.45. Hopefully it going well and to plan. 👍
Very inspiring Ben keep on enlightening us it definitely helps. Did Valencia 23 as well and Was hoping 2h50, managed a disappointing 2h55 , guess I need mental preparation coach , any advice?
It's so good to see you back on form, Ben!
Currently following my fourth training plan of yours in prep for Manchester marathon :) 👊 your training plans are rock solid and have got me a PB every time
Hi Ben, congratulations on your great run! I have a question for you and I hope you can answer it. I had surgery on my right ankle last week. I now have a metal plate and eight screws in my right ankle. How is your ankle healing from three years ago? Does your ankle hurt from walking or running? Does the screws in your ankle bothered you? When was it you able to walk or run after your surgery and not feel pain? Did you have to do physical therapy? I would appreciate it so much if you can answer my questions. I am currently in a very depressed mood. Watching you gave me hope. Thank you for sharing your story.
Great video Ben, my goal this year is the same as every year since London 2001, break 3 hours, maybe at 60 it’s too late but still going to have a go, always enjoy my races though.👍
Super pumped for you man. You've put in some hard work, in and out of running, and it certainly shows!
damn bro! you are elite. Im 32 and I struggle to do a sub 58 10K.
Time is on your side. Keep grinding
You can get there easily. I am 57 and ran a 57 minute 10k over Xmas. I've been running 4 years and the progress is so slow but it's starting to get easier. You have time on your side!
@@lulabelle82 thank you so much. I will work harder.
@@50Something wow, thats incredible.. Ive been running from the past 6 months. This helps me to stay a little more consistent and not jump for results every other weekend. Thank you so much!
@@Iyengar7 exactly, focus on your run form, breathing, and nutrition as well. When I run,I rarely look at my watch, I just try to settle in and enjoy it. Good luck
Congratulations Ben 🥳
Bought 2 of your plans and got 2 PB’s 🏃🏻💨
Also just bought (Int.3)☺ plan and looking forward to getting a new PB.
What a wonderful video Ben: so uplifting and motivating, exactly what is needed to help fight off the January blues, thank you! 👍
For music I use the Garmin 245 with songs loaded on to it directly, and also loaded thru Amazon music. I listen to music on 99% of my runs, and I think it helps a lot.
Great video as always. Thanks for the info and tips.
However, I'm slightly confused that you are avoiding UPF but the powders that you take (the green power) is classed as UPF.
Just wondered how does that fit into your diet plan?
Heh Ben
Glad to see you up and at it and keeping the chin up as ive told you, your the man.
Got my first marathon in april so training at the mo using your plan.
Keep up the great work Ben 👍
Great video Ben. Loved the mindset section. This year my goal race is Race to the Stones 100k, I'm planning 2 "no pressue" 50k races before then, just to get me in the zone as you did with NY and Chicago. P.S. I turn 50 this year.
9:17 Gousto (or similar) is great too. Plenty of healthier options and then you don’t have to plan your shopping, which is what I hate. It’s been great to keep cooking healthy dinners and reduces food waste too! It provides plenty of variety so you don’t get stuck in a rut.
I'm so pleased for you that your mental health has improved, and that you're now seeing those improvements spill over into your marathon training.
Really interesting video Ben, wow what a lot of high milage weeks, funny how you added right at the end you dint do any gym work or cycling haha totally worked for you, congrats on an amazing marathon time & a awesome year 2023 was, onwards & upwards good luck for 2024 let’s gooo! All in hahah, cool ✅👣👊🏼✌️🌴🥳👍🏼😀
Thank you for the great videos. At 43 I'm only now working towards my first half marathon in February with the hopes of my first full marathon before the end of the year.
Just curious, why the iPod nano rather than music directly from your Garmin?
I’m old and heavy so rely on cross training and weight training to keep me running. Hoping to PB at Manchester in April.
Great job @BenParkes and great video. Your plans helped me smash my 10km and 21km goals last year, and I’ve just downloaded the 42km plan for my first marathon this year.
A couple of quick questions:
How are you carrying your gels during a marathon?
And are you having any electrolytes on the course? Coming from Australia it’s kinda necessary in the heat, but I’m running Edinburgh this year, so not sure how necessary it will be.
Thanks!
Hey Ben, I love your perspective, that you share it and you’re so transparent. As a viewer, beating your PR means nothing to me. Just keep the entertaining and real content coming. Great channel to follow!
I'm going to run my first ultra in 2 months time (just). The training plan looks a bit scary still but I've done very well over the past 3 winters so...
Love it, Ben. So excited to see how you go in 2024! Your videos give me so much energy to go out and get it done. I also joined the 39+1 club in 2023, and hoping to finally run a half marathon in May after years of injury. I'll be starting your L2 training plan (but aiming for a 95 minute goal) in about 2 weeks. If I have a question or two in regards to the plan before I get started, can I email you? Or is it best to ask here/Strava/elsewhere?
Just discovered your channel and started binge watching. Love your positivity. I started taking the same mindset on my runs. Running my first half marathon this fall. Will definitely pick up your training program!
Turning 50 next month. Just started last year, targeting half marathon at 2:20 (which is Bens 42K). All the tips help benchmark, but to achieve the weekly training miles i’d have to quit my job.
Love this! Hoping to do Chicago next year, did New York last year, almost killed me! 😅 Training for Paris Marathon currently. 💪
I like the idea of a new recipe per week, I'm a big fan of the Simnett Nutrition for the vegan exercise meal ideas.
Also used to take AG1 but switched to UK Vivolife equivalent product (I was called thrive, I forget the name now) as it was had the vits/minerals that better suited my needs (based on tracking diet).
Lovely, Ben, congratulations! 🎉 I was there as well, great city. I unfortunately missed my goal of running under 4 hours due to a cramp, after I already didn’t cross it in Amsterdam (04H 00M 35S😅).
I’m trying to up my own mileage for the next one - currently at 80 km 50 mi/week.
Very Rad-Life!
I should get those vegan cookbooks. Are you vegan by chance? I've been over 10 years and like to sub to other vegan athletes.
I got into marathons and running seriously 2 years ago and been doing road and mountain cycling before that with Muay Thai and strength training and the vegan philosophy has helped me tremendously.
That's such an incredible pr btw and so is your recent time! Seriously gotta be so proud of that!
I just wanna go sub 3.
Great video. 👍 My key observation from this was wow a lot of supplements. I've just done a bit of research on Calm as I suffer with anxiety and sometimes bad sleep. It looks like the ingredient is 350mg of magnesium and a fair of of other agents including citric acid which is bad for teeth apparently?! I am worried for your teeth Ben 😬 👍 Have you tried taking the magnesium tab form with vit d too, a lot search says these are good for runners and work together, that way you out the unnecessary other rubbish, Holland and Barret have it at a fraction of the cost to Calm! Just an idea 😊😊😊
2 bagels with peanut butter and jam is absolutely ideal, I usually have 1 about 45 mins before any run daily ...so 2 2 hours prior sounds spot on, will follow for long runs in prep for brighton marathon! can't wait!!
The fact we lose our optimal fitness bodies (23 ish) makes me really depressed. :(
I wish we could just run at peak fitness forever.
That weekly average km table is pretty definitive data that running more = running faster. So just run 200km per week and break the WR Ben. Easy lol.
Hello ben! Thank you for inspiration! 🇬🇧❤️ Hello again from newbury 😁
I do appreciate that you pay for everything you review or recommend. That’s quite rare for TH-cam running influencers. Do you get offers from companies that you turn down?
Yes, yes, nutrition is important, healthy eating etc....continues watching with glass of bubbly and bowl of crisps 😅
Great to have a goal and live up to it. My goal was 2.30 half marathon at age 68, and did 2.28. I am delighted and will keep improving….
Great video thanks Ben! I’m completing my first half in March. Aiming for sub 1:50 which is fast for me!
P.S fantastic surname. I may have to purchase some merch for the sole reason we share the same surname 😂
Great bro. This year i try to get PB 2:59 at aged 41. Now my PB 3:13. Could you help me some guid for schedule training?
That's amazing! Throw in a few thousand squats next time in your training haha...seriously though, well done!
Is age a factor there are 60 year olds running low 230s.
Plenty of years left in you let don't let 40 limit you.
When you did take up running seriously
Ben you revealed what a lot of guys know to be true - and that is that the Gel Nimbus is the best recovery shoe out there. I used the Nimbus the past 3 versions and the ride has me totally spoiled. It out-Hokas the Hoka. I use the NovaBlast (both road and trail versions) for speed and tempo but the Nimbus is the shoe to tick off easy k's in. Cheers and thanks
Cried with you at the marathon finish, what a journey. ❤ For me, I'm aiming for a sub 21 5k a sub 74 20 mile and to get through the year injury free.
Kundos to you for this excellent video! Really well structured and informative. So much helpful information in those 18 minutes!
I recently turned 40 myself and I've been using your plan for berlin last year and finally got my sub 4 (after getting close 15 years ago.)
Now I train for Hamburg Marathon in the end of April and feel very motivated hoping to get another PR.
Thanks for all the work you put in those videos and really happy for you to see taking down those issues that kept holding you back in running and also in life imagine. But no matter how the races will go in the future I hope you can finish all races and Training Runs with a smile on your face, because that's why we do it after all,,! 🎉🍀
I ran Palma Marathon back in October and ran it for fun not for time and it was the best race I've ever done! No pressure or anything and smiled the whole way around! I just loved the no pressure side of it, most races I put huge pressure on myself to get a PB etc but this race was different and I did all the training and it went to plan etc and that was what I wanted. Wasn't looking for a time, I just wanted to see if I could train hard and get around 😊 it was awesome!
Magnesium Glycinate works wonders ✨, anyone in serious training should be taking this supplement 😊
Great tips Ben! As a 40+, you are giving me hope to improve ahhaha!
As for the gym, I've settled on a couple of dumbbells and kettlebells...and doing my sessions in the basement between the washer and dryer... Super glamour, I know ;)
Always Great seeing a new Video from you popping up. Ill run my First Marathon in about 6 months. Your Vids are amazing to Watch every now and then.
A great detailed explanation of your journey to Valencia. Inspiring. Enjoyed the explanation of the mental challenge and your approach to that. I’m hoping to run at least one marathon this year and to train to run my best yet. Here’s to 2024!
Great job. I personally recommend the magnesium (Calm) it has made a difference in my sleep and recovery
Great job Ben! What an amazing inspirational video:) Keep doing what matters
hi Ben. thanks for the advice on your watch data screens. what I'd really like to know is your shoelace strategy. thanks
Nice video Ben, love your honesty and even though it's nobody's business I appreciate that you feel you can speak openly. Keep you amazing content coming and really looking forward to the year ahead, thanks Ben and Sarah❤
Amazing effort ! How many miles do you feel the Vaporfly can go in both race and as a training shoe?
Great video, your comment re nutrition and reconnecting with food really resonated with me and I’ve made it a new year’s resolution to do the same 😊
When training for a marathon would you ever be in a calorie deficit ? Wouldn’t want to under fuel my training but would be good to run a little lighter
I have to say you look so much younger than 40!
Many congratulations on your awesome time Ben!
right when he was talking about being plant based youtube played an ad for beef sticks
Congrats, Ben! I am glad to see you so successful in and happy with your running. ❤
Fantastic stuff Ben!! Taking inspiration from all of this 🙏
How are you getting placements for all these marathons around the world?
Love this video. Totally relate to the mental health stuff.
I need to run 90km/week just to break 4h, lol. I suck.
This white powder don't take it to an airport 🤣😂🤣 thanks Ben so funny!!!
Absolutely incredible Ben. Congratulations!
Lol, wow I had no idea you were 40. I would’ve guessed mid to low 30s.
Love the content! Keep the Fire Burning 🔥! Peace and luv!
10k around 38 min my goal for this year
Loved the video! Good luck whit you’re goals this year!
Good stuff. Top man. Keep the quality content coming.
To Remember all of us, Kipchoge is 39.