I'm a slow overweight runner and my friend paced me for a sub 30 minute 5k. Never would have imagined doing it by myself. Was a great feeling hitting sub 30 and beating my PR by 4 minutes.
It's so great to shed those minutes of the pb.. I did a 10 k race last Sunday where I smashed my 6 year old PB of 52:30 by nearly two minutes.. people who don't run will never understand what 2 minutes mean
I always think this when I see top racers running, they look like they're out for a stroll! Since Ben said he was at 90% I imagine he was pushing damn hard, just not into the "actively dying" stage, which would be me at almost 2 minutes slower pace
Knocking 20 secs off a 5K PB is an impressive effort for someone at that level so well done Nina and great pacing Ben. Always enjoy running in Battersea Park.
Great pacing. I am an offcial race pacer for 22 years, but nothing can beat a quality personal pace with someone walking off with a grand new PB. Well done.
Seeing a pro athlete doing 5k just exactly like I did my 5k in terms of effort management (not pace, ofc), especially around the 3rd-4th k, those huge exhale and groans, and the last 500m struggle, reminds me about a quote "you get faster, but it doesn't get easier"
I run 5K once a day and will do it for a year😅😊 January 1st is one month done, 11 to go…😹😹 And it's like you say, it's going a little faster BUT NOT easier 🪿
Love the narration over the run! Made for a way more engaging watch. Was great to hear your thoughts and the pain throughout also😣. Please do more of this! Class running! 👏🏃🏻♂️🏃🏻♀️
Loved this video Ben - huge congrats Nina! I remember vividly Nina catching me in my first marathon in Seville, around 16 miles in her encouraging me to keep pushing like you were cheering her on today, what a legend
Thanks Phily, she’s a true champ and someone I’ve learnt a hell of a lot from since we met last March. Was nice to be able to help her out but to be honest don’t think either of us expected her to come away with a 24 second pb, that was the cherry on top 😂
I can never watch these videos without getting all excited and teary eyed! Thanks a lot, this time I'm at work trying to not let my coworkers so me tearing up! I'm a 52 year old male and on June 02/24 I ran my third consecutive Honda Waterfront Half Marathon in Barrie Ontario Canada with a PB of 1h:38s. That was the most amazing I have ever felt and an achievement I am aiming to better. For those non runners who say they don't get it.... We could help you on that if you're willing!
It's such a pleasure to watch high-level runners, especially with side-by-side ride-along footage. It really conveys the speed and the efficiency of movement. Well done to you both - and to your camera person!
The most inspiring thing I have ever seen. The friendship, the pain, the joy the power! After watching this I went out and slashed my own PB in the track next to my house (true). Thank you so much!
Congrats to Nina in getting the win and a personal best! Her form is absolutely perfect and her pace at the beginning seemed relaxed but that would be an all out sprint for most amateur runners and we can't run at max pace for 5K!!! Well done ! ! ! Love to see more of her ! ! !
I love that you can actually hear the effort she gave Last 5-6 min her puls must have been maxed out.. You never get that experience when you watch it in the television.
This is one of the real problems with the way the sport is presented by the mass media. It misses some of the rawness. For example, the NFL is so much richer for the sounds of players clashing, etc.
Enjoyed this, great pacing too. She was a beast, you could hear her working hard in the first Kilometre. She gritted her teeth until the finish. Her ability to ask if her opponents were in her heels, showed her mental clarity and experience. Was fantastic to watch. Well done sir and to the young lady, looking forward to watching her in Paris.
Amazing! And SO do appreciate the in-race voiceover! Teaches us a lot about the mind and strategies of an elite runner, and it heightens the suspense and tension of the footage! Would totally dig more 'em! Thanks for giving us a peek into your racing/pacing brain!
A great video and what a nice things to be able to do. Running is about supporting each other to achieve our goals rather than always competing. For Nina to get a 20s pb is really incredible! Well done both!
Thanks for the great video, Ben! So nice to see Nina breaking PB and earning ranking points! We used to run a lot together with Nina years ago, she's such a lovely running pal (the best) and a special person and friend :)
I'd never normally comment on TH-cam, but felt compelled here as I was astounded how well all of this came together! Loved the voiceover and extended footage during the race, really cool and to my knowledge, unparalleled insight into the experience of a professional runner chasing a PB. Keep up the hard work Ben! 🎉
Ben - You are so humble and one of the most 'chilled' people I sub to. I love your content and I am excited to see what you can achieve in 2024 and beyond! Well done and thank you sir.
Another fantastic video Ben, You made a huge difference to her race and you can see how elated she was to have surpassed even her A goal by such a huge margin. Well done Ben.
Way to go Nina! I just wanted to say how inspiring your journey has been to us all. You really have to admire someone who follows their dreams and encourages so many others to do the same. It's always a good day when you get a new Ben is Running notification! Thank you as always
This was a great video Ben. Not only did it get me hungry to race, but having you narrate and pace was very interesting. On top of that Nina seems awesome and it was so fun to be able to celebrate her and her achievement! «Ben is pacing» should be a recurring series!
Love the video Ben, more voice over work please mate! Nick does alot of this kind of content and give a really good insight as to what your thinking whilst racing (even though you’re pacing it comes across in a similar way). Good Luck for Copenhagen!
What a wonderfully wholesome video. I used to run club level XC, track and road - they were great times, everybody was so encouraging of others. This took me back to those days. Thank you.
I love your channel Ben, I am a big guy and spend my parkruns at 37 minutes, but it is lovely to watch you run so well. Great pacer, Nina pushed and was very grateful. Lovely video
amazing video, I love the no music to hear the effort. So incredible to push that hard, she is a true professional and speaks very well. Loved your gesture ben of letting her cross the line. That is so pro.
This video almost got me in tears🥺..such a great athlete and most of all an amazing woman❤️. All the best to Nina on her goals 🙏🏻.( missed her voice ☺️)
Incredible. My PB is around 4:15/km, and I was absolutely dying. It's inspiring to see someone moving a minute per km faster while looking and sounding a hell of a lot better than I did. That's awesome physical and mental strength. This makes me want to get out and run.
May I ask what at 1:23? What's that stick you're rubbing on yourself? I'm interested in starting to run more as a hobby so have been interested in what runners use and wear as part of their process.
I'm always impressed how fast the female pros recover their breath after a race. In the post race chat you were still catching breath, but Nina looked kind of relaxed already. Very impressive and knocking 20sec of a 5k time really impressive for an average runner, but doing it on a professional level huge respect.
this was great. opening scene was like are zombie flick, "are they coming for me?", and a smashed PB at the end. Helping others achieve goals can be just as fulfilling as getting them yourself! Great job to Nina and good luck towards her continued goals. :)
Took advantage of the route, the conditions and smallish field. Great job pacing, stayed in touch and constant feedback. Nina will want you on all her runs.
The last three videos have been my favourite ever. Apart from Vlogmas, which was mega. Congratulations Nina, you looked like Desert Orchid at the Grand National. Thanks for all you put out Ben, what you and Kofuzi have done for running is immeasurable. Thank you
Never seen any of your content before but obviously this is a bit of a viral video to pop up randomly on my feed but I watched the whole thing! Think this video highlights how powerful a good storyline can be, super emotional (as in uplifting) and you feel that through the whole video. Same as all the other comments love the voiceover and you can just hear your natural passion for running in the commentary! Super inspiring content! I’m definitely subscribing for more videos!
Welldone pacing her.... . Ur brilliant .. love watching ur videos ... Great content 👍👍👍✅ . Ur definitely an inspiration to everyone .. . Keep up the great work .
what a performance! kudos to you both ✨
What???? TH-cam itself commented on someone's video? I didn't think this was possible
@@rajmathew6220 Yeah neither, Ben is just clearly that good🤩🤩
Love the way you slowed down right before the finish line to get her in front of the cameras - you guys are absolute pros. Lovely to see!
Such a gentlemen 💪💪
I woodve..not slowed down....
@@scottbarker9058that’s why you’re not a pacer
I'm a slow overweight runner and my friend paced me for a sub 30 minute 5k. Never would have imagined doing it by myself. Was a great feeling hitting sub 30 and beating my PR by 4 minutes.
Well done!
It's so great to shed those minutes of the pb.. I did a 10 k race last Sunday where I smashed my 6 year old PB of 52:30 by nearly two minutes.. people who don't run will never understand what 2 minutes mean
congrats.
@@HollywoodHeyson I dont run but I know all about 2 minutes. Every time someone asks me to go for a run, i always say I will be there in 2 minutes!
@@HollywoodHeyson 1 dont run but i know the feeling if l have to take a dump and someone's in the bathroom. Longest minute ever😂
Definitely good to see that push without music here
Appreciate the feedback
Exactly. Kudos.
Totally agree. Really makes us immerse into the race and appreciate the effort of the runner
Its so awesome to hear the breathing and how your words keep here going! Awesome stuff! Keep it up!
@@voodoochile80 How's she not tall was able to push that hard making extra steps/m cadence to catch up that running machine.. Wow.. Amazing.
Voiceover was perfect decision
Probably inspired by Nick Bester, the voiceover OG.
Crazy how relaxed you look at that pace Ben!
I always think this when I see top racers running, they look like they're out for a stroll! Since Ben said he was at 90% I imagine he was pushing damn hard, just not into the "actively dying" stage, which would be me at almost 2 minutes slower pace
Yes its certainly a hard effort but just not into the red :)
Wow that was cool nice job
Its because hes stick thin with a 16 bmi
@@lean2281 ridiculous comment
Knocking 20 secs off a 5K PB is an impressive effort for someone at that level so well done Nina and great pacing Ben. Always enjoy running in Battersea Park.
Indeed, think we were both in shock a little as we crossed the line and saw the time. What a run!
@@BenIsRunning 3:07 pace! Well done you for pacing her so well!
I was thinking the same. That's seriously impressive!
The lack of music make the real effort flourish, and the voiceover insight was marvelous. Keep these please!
Noted, thanks
Great video 🙏🏻
indeed really like this style
Great pacing. I am an offcial race pacer for 22 years, but nothing can beat a quality personal pace with someone walking off with a grand new PB. Well done.
Yeah I was left with that post race PB feeling! Will do again for sure :)
22 years is a long time to finish a 5k do you do a few steps every month?
@@michael1wow
Seeing a pro athlete doing 5k just exactly like I did my 5k in terms of effort management (not pace, ofc), especially around the 3rd-4th k, those huge exhale and groans, and the last 500m struggle, reminds me about a quote "you get faster, but it doesn't get easier"
PRs come hard in 5k
That is true. I finally am almost at a 20-minute 5k after about 2 months of training for an October race my most recent training time was 20:05
I run 5K once a day and will do it for a year😅😊 January 1st is one month done, 11 to go…😹😹 And it's like you say, it's going a little faster BUT NOT easier 🪿
Love the narration over the run! Made for a way more engaging watch. Was great to hear your thoughts and the pain throughout also😣. Please do more of this! Class running! 👏🏃🏻♂️🏃🏻♀️
Couldn’t agree more! Definitely prefer this commentary style.
I enjoyed this much more too.....love the commentary and all the sounds of the race...
Yep. Keep doing it Ben. Was awesome to hear your thoughts.
Loved this video Ben - huge congrats Nina! I remember vividly Nina catching me in my first marathon in Seville, around 16 miles in her encouraging me to keep pushing like you were cheering her on today, what a legend
Thanks Phily, she’s a true champ and someone I’ve learnt a hell of a lot from since we met last March. Was nice to be able to help her out but to be honest don’t think either of us expected her to come away with a 24 second pb, that was the cherry on top 😂
Phily!! 😃 I've just come here after watching your latest video! You and Ben are helping me get my running mojo back again 💪✌🏃♂🏃♀😃
Interesting how Nina's breathing was already stretched at 2k. The mental and physical strength to keep going is immense. Super impressive.
Yeah just goes to show how hard she’s prepared to push, found that very inspiring
For her at the 2k mark it's 'just' 9 more minutes of torture!
That’s a 5k race for you. Feels like you’re at breaking point from the start.
Well there's physical disparity between men and women, most like the reason.
@@mylesg7278 This reply is so off topic it doesn't even belong in this thread. Why are you bringing up man v. woman? It's irrelevant here.
Your a hell of a runner Ben and a genuine nice guy! Love the channel.
Appricate the kid words, thank you
Great to see professionals at work. You are both AMAZING
Thanks!
@@beotho i mean being 50 seconds slower than the world record and being just under 5 minutes faster than whats considered elite is pretty professional
I can never watch these videos without getting all excited and teary eyed! Thanks a lot, this time I'm at work trying to not let my coworkers so me tearing up! I'm a 52 year old male and on June 02/24 I ran my third consecutive Honda Waterfront Half Marathon in Barrie Ontario Canada with a PB of 1h:38s. That was the most amazing I have ever felt and an achievement I am aiming to better. For those non runners who say they don't get it.... We could help you on that if you're willing!
It's such a pleasure to watch high-level runners, especially with side-by-side ride-along footage. It really conveys the speed and the efficiency of movement. Well done to you both - and to your camera person!
The most inspiring thing I have ever seen. The friendship, the pain, the joy the power!
After watching this I went out and slashed my own PB in the track next to my house (true). Thank you so much!
You are both amazing athletes in your own rights. Pushing Nina to her PB and to ranking pointswas so good. Unreal! 🇫🇮keep up the mobility!
Thanks Hel :)
Congrats to Nina in getting the win and a personal best! Her form is absolutely perfect and her pace at the beginning seemed relaxed but that would be an all out sprint for most amateur runners and we can't run at max pace for 5K!!!
Well done ! ! !
Love to see more of her ! ! !
Crazy performance from Nina, and she's so humble! Top effort from the both of you, cheers from Sweden!♥️
I love that you can actually hear the effort she gave Last 5-6 min her puls must have been maxed out.. You never get that experience when you watch it in the television.
This is one of the real problems with the way the sport is presented by the mass media. It misses some of the rawness. For example, the NFL is so much richer for the sounds of players clashing, etc.
This makes me wonder why they don't at least test this kind of audio experience in top races. It really makes for a much more immersive experience
I’ve paced runners before - it’s such a great feeling to help others to their goals. Really satisfying.
Incredibly satisfying yes!
Enjoyed this, great pacing too.
She was a beast, you could hear her working hard in the first Kilometre.
She gritted her teeth until the finish.
Her ability to ask if her opponents were in her heels, showed her mental clarity and experience.
Was fantastic to watch.
Well done sir and to the young lady, looking forward to watching her in Paris.
That's a phenomenal improvement. Now you know even better how important support really is.
I want a personal pacer now, anyone free in copenhagen for some 3:20 kms haha :)
Sure! I can pace you for the first 2km or so 😂
@@christiantimmerman96 like your comment 😅
@@christiantimmerman96 I will continue for another 400meters 😅
Amazing! And SO do appreciate the in-race voiceover! Teaches us a lot about the mind and strategies of an elite runner, and it heightens the suspense and tension of the footage! Would totally dig more 'em! Thanks for giving us a peek into your racing/pacing brain!
Appreciate the feedback Kim, noted :)
Hearing Nina's effort grunts reminds of the saying: it doesn't get easier, you just get faster. Great effort!
A great video and what a nice things to be able to do. Running is about supporting each other to achieve our goals rather than always competing. For Nina to get a 20s pb is really incredible! Well done both!
Absolutely! The buzz I got from it too was an added bonus- great performance
Thanks for the great video, Ben! So nice to see Nina breaking PB and earning ranking points! We used to run a lot together with Nina years ago, she's such a lovely running pal (the best) and a special person and friend :)
I'd never normally comment on TH-cam, but felt compelled here as I was astounded how well all of this came together! Loved the voiceover and extended footage during the race, really cool and to my knowledge, unparalleled insight into the experience of a professional runner chasing a PB. Keep up the hard work Ben! 🎉
Ben - You are so humble and one of the most 'chilled' people I sub to.
I love your content and I am excited to see what you can achieve in 2024 and beyond!
Well done and thank you sir.
This was so interesting! Really enjoyed it and audio plus commentary was cool!
Another fantastic video Ben, You made a huge difference to her race and you can see how elated she was to have surpassed even her A goal by such a huge margin. Well done Ben.
Absolute legends 🫡
Incredible performance Nina and Ben you are amazing pacer, you nailed it.
Way to go Nina! I just wanted to say how inspiring your journey has been to us all. You really have to admire someone who follows their dreams and encourages so many others to do the same. It's always a good day when you get a new Ben is Running notification! Thank you as always
This was a great video Ben. Not only did it get me hungry to race, but having you narrate and pace was very interesting. On top of that Nina seems awesome and it was so fun to be able to celebrate her and her achievement! «Ben is pacing» should be a recurring series!
Love the video Ben, more voice over work please mate! Nick does alot of this kind of content and give a really good insight as to what your thinking whilst racing (even though you’re pacing it comes across in a similar way). Good Luck for Copenhagen!
Yeah i certainly took inspiration from the collab we did together- a nice story telling technique ill be sure to do more off!
Great video both of you are great athletes well done Nina and Ben for being the chase rabbit
FINTASTIC running, Nina! :D You did great pacing, Ben! You're such a fast beast yourself =D Cool seeing Holly and Anya too! So many awesome pros.
Thanks mike
What a wonderfully wholesome video. I used to run club level XC, track and road - they were great times, everybody was so encouraging of others. This took me back to those days.
Thank you.
I loved this! Nina you rock! Way to push through! Why did I get a little emotional watching this?
Nice work you guys!!!
This was awesome to watch! LOVED the no music and voiceover. Hooks you in more being able to listen to everything. Congrats Nina!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the feedback
I love your channel Ben, I am a big guy and spend my parkruns at 37 minutes, but it is lovely to watch you run so well. Great pacer, Nina pushed and was very grateful. Lovely video
Love people being so positive and happy about helping some get PB.
Voice over + no music was definitely the way to go, gives so much more insight. Thankyou
Shes pushing!! Her form is incredible. You just make it look easy.. Nice work both of you.
amazing video, I love the no music to hear the effort. So incredible to push that hard, she is a true professional and speaks very well. Loved your gesture ben of letting her cross the line. That is so pro.
when you're already at the top of your game a 20 second pb is incredibly impressive. well done to both of you!
Ben, i watch all your videos but i have to say this one was outstanding. Great content. Thank you. Good luck for your upcoming race.
This was WILD! I absolutely loved this!!
god dang ben! ur form looked amazing! and not to mention u looked really relaxed in that pace😲 kudos to you and nina for the great race👍🏻
Thanks Gong, appreciate it
Great video, great hearing the push and the effort without music. First video I've seen and it deserves a sub. Keep up the good work.
This video almost got me in tears🥺..such a great athlete and most of all an amazing woman❤️. All the best to Nina on her goals 🙏🏻.( missed her voice ☺️)
This is incredible! That goes HARD without any music. Pure grit!!!
Awesome to see the push and the suffering. Great video!
Incredible. My PB is around 4:15/km, and I was absolutely dying. It's inspiring to see someone moving a minute per km faster while looking and sounding a hell of a lot better than I did. That's awesome physical and mental strength. This makes me want to get out and run.
Mad respect for this wonderful piece of running and coaching. Congrats to you both
Great race Nina sending you positive vibes from Brisbane Australia 🇦🇺 one love ❤️
6:20 nick Bester inspiration 😂
Was thinking the same. BOOMMMM SHAKALAKA‼️
CHEEKS!
Indeed, having seen how many people enjoyed the collab over on his channel i thought I'd give it a go. A great story telling technique
Amazing video as always ben! You are cruising at that pace🔥🔥. It's so cool that you paced a pro. And you look so chill about it as well
I love 5k's but they are brutal. You don't get to ease into it like a longer race. Well done Ben, pacings not easy either.
Great support Ben and a greater effort from her. Its good you showed the grind in its purest form (without the music)
I dont know if u have already commented on the Beijing marathon controversy or not, what's ur thought on it?
Not really sure, don't have all the information. Pacing vs being paid to let someone win is a different story
great pacing Ben. well done. And nice performance from Nina !
Didn't know you had game like that
Meaning ahaha?
@@BenIsRunning gotta respect the rizz
May I ask what at 1:23? What's that stick you're rubbing on yourself? I'm interested in starting to run more as a hobby so have been interested in what runners use and wear as part of their process.
i'm here cheating my girlfriend watching a ben's video without her hahah, keep it up ben you make part of uor routine. cheers from Brasil
Uh oh, shes not going to be happy! I did that with one of Beau miles latest videos lol
Wow the way she pushes herself so deep and so early on in the race is really inspiring
I'm always impressed how fast the female pros recover their breath after a race. In the post race chat you were still catching breath, but Nina looked kind of relaxed already. Very impressive and knocking 20sec of a 5k time really impressive for an average runner, but doing it on a professional level huge respect.
Loved the commentary over the run.
this was great. opening scene was like are zombie flick, "are they coming for me?", and a smashed PB at the end. Helping others achieve goals can be just as fulfilling as getting them yourself! Great job to Nina and good luck towards her continued goals. :)
Took advantage of the route, the conditions and smallish field. Great job pacing, stayed in touch and constant feedback.
Nina will want you on all her runs.
Cheers John, I’d happily do it again but if she wants to go any quicker I might have to train a little harder lol
So awesome! Your talk about how hard pros push reminds me of Greg LeMond’s quote: “It never gets easier, you just get faster.”
A round of applaus for the camera man running along and keeping that camera so stable!
Hey. I'm a Kenyan watching from Kenya. Love it!
Great to hear the true exhaustion from Nina and redlining it the last few k, phenomenal tough love from Ben FairPlay
Great Video, Great Race for Nina and Great Pacer!!
love your running form ben. looks very relax and efficient.
Nina crushing it, really impressive effort and performance.
Learned a lot from this. Thank you for making this video. And congratulations to you both ❤🎉
incredible watching you guys run that fast in a 5K. Enjoyed the v.o.
Love runners who help each other and letting Nina finish strong
The last three videos have been my favourite ever. Apart from Vlogmas, which was mega. Congratulations Nina, you looked like Desert Orchid at the Grand National. Thanks for all you put out Ben, what you and Kofuzi have done for running is immeasurable. Thank you
Wow, thank you! Thanks for the kindness and support :)
So proud of her! Good luck to her in everything.
I love watching people break their PB’s. The elation of the achievement is great to see after such a tough effort. Excellent work Nina! Inspirational.
Wow! She is a very good runner! So is her pacer! Congratulations to you both! 👏👏👏
This is such a remarkable and inspiring video. Thank you for sharing. HAVE MERCI!!!!
Incredible pace...way to go Ben!
today is my day off and after watching this... I want to run. Incredible pacing. Nina is a beast! Earned a subscriber.
Never seen any of your content before but obviously this is a bit of a viral video to pop up randomly on my feed but I watched the whole thing! Think this video highlights how powerful a good storyline can be, super emotional (as in uplifting) and you feel that through the whole video. Same as all the other comments love the voiceover and you can just hear your natural passion for running in the commentary! Super inspiring content! I’m definitely subscribing for more videos!
I love watching a 5k pb. Great work both of you!
Wow well done Ben. You made it look easy and you helped a pro runner get a PB and win the race. Legend!
Holy cow, Benny! This video has BLOWN! 💥 🎉
Brilliant vid mate, would love to see more uploads like this where you narrate your thoughts over it - super exciting to watch and well done to Nina!
Glad you enjoyed
Her smile with the 3:09 average, hahahaha NICE!!!! Nice to find you Ben, didn't know your channel! I'm so happy.
Yeah we flew around that course and surpassed our expectations. Both in shock at that point 😂
Go on Nina!! I’m coming back from a bad motorcycle crash, trying to run to get fit again. I manage 1km every day but it’s a huge struggle for me!
Great support! Bravo!
Loved this video and it’s so inspiring to see how far pro athletes can push themselves! They dig so deep! Great job on the pacing Ben :)
Brilliant video and really interesting. Thanks for sharing , subscribed :)
Welldone pacing her.... . Ur brilliant .. love watching ur videos ... Great content 👍👍👍✅ . Ur definitely an inspiration to everyone .. . Keep up the great work .
Thanks Laura