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Patrick Martin
Приєднався 29 лис 2006
Sharing my running experiences having started running later in life and achieving some good times and results. My standout performance was running 2:24.31 at the London Marathon in April 2023 at the age of 42, only three and a half years after starting running.
How To Get Better At Running - I Do This One Thing
Getting better at running comes down to one simple thing. Some might think it's too simple, but in reality, sometimes the best way to get better at something is the simplest way.
I'm 43 years old and I started running late in life, but managed to improve my running quickly to get up to a good standard. What I have done to get there isn't complicated, but it does require dedication and discipline.
I talk about my experiences here and hopefully you will find it useful, so you can learn how to get better at running.
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#trainwithcoros
I'm 43 years old and I started running late in life, but managed to improve my running quickly to get up to a good standard. What I have done to get there isn't complicated, but it does require dedication and discipline.
I talk about my experiences here and hopefully you will find it useful, so you can learn how to get better at running.
Follow me on Strava
www.strava.com/athletes/1859864
Follow me on Instagram
patrickmrunning
#trainwithcoros
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My London Marathon Ruined - And How I'm Building My Fitness Back
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My London Marathon in 2024 didn't go to plan at all. Despite more than 6 months of training I couldn't have planned for this. In the video I talk about how I'm building back from the disappointment and getting my fitness back to where I want it again. Follow me on Strava www.strava.com/athletes/1859864 Follow me on LinkedIn patrickmrunning #trainwithcoros
What Training Pace Will Make You Run Faster And Longer?
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How fast or slow should we run in training to be able to run faster and longer? In this video I talk about what has worked for me to be able to run a 2:24 marathon at 42 years old after starting running only three and a half years before. I talk about how I train and what has made me a better, faster runner with more endurance. #trainwithcoros Follow me on Strava www.strava.com/athletes/1859864...
Marathon Training - Keeping It Simple Is The Secret
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When I focus on the fundamentals of marathon training I get the best results. There's lots of online content about how to run faster, but much of it can be confusing and conflicting. I've found that it really comes down to focusing on the core principles in training to see the best results and not worrying about the rest. In this video I explain what those principles are for me and how I've use...
How I Run Up To 231km Per Week At 42 Years Old
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In this video I go through how I run up to 231km or 140 miles per week as an amateur runner who is 42 years old. I show you the type of training that, I do, how I fit the running into my life and I also talk about what I eat. Marathon training can be intense so it's useful to see how other people go about it, especially when they're running lots of mileage. It's also unusual to see a 42 year ol...
How To Unlock Your Running Potential
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In this video I explain how I became a better, faster runner and started to realise my potential by focusing on the things that make a difference in running, even in my forties. The video expands on my last video which talks about the power of consistency in running, which you can watch here ua-cam.com/video/Wnh_Jxj23io/v-deo.html In this video I explain more about why consistency is so importa...
Stop Overcomplicating Your Running Training
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There is so much information out there about how to get better at running that it's confusing people. Getting better at middle to long-distance running is simpler than you think and it isn't difficult. In this video I share my experiences of how I improved my running quickly in my 40's to become a 2.24 marathon runner. Here's my video on running 100 mile weeks for 7 months: ua-cam.com/video/Eis...
Running Interval Training For A FASTER MARATHON - 10 x 1k Intervals
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Check out the workout on Strava here strava.app.link/QkMbsVdQnDb In this video I run 10 x 1k intervals on the track with 60 second jog rest to try to help improve my speed, endurance and overall fitness as I keep going on my goal to run a 2:20 marathon, following the 2:24 I ran at the London Marathon last April. Interval training running is hard, especially on your own and you need to push your...
Marathon Tapering Tips - How I Tapered For A 2:24 Marathon
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In this video I show you how I tapered before running a 2:24 London Marathon. I go through how much marathon tapering I did, when my last long run was in marathon taper week and some other things I did that I think helped me run faster in the race. I think tapering for a marathon can be quite a personal thing, but I want to show you what I believe I got right. There was some trial and error. Be...
The LONG RUN - Doing This Changed My Running FOREVER
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Running long runs are a crucial part of training for various distances, especially the marathon. In this video I talk through how I approach long runs and take you out on a long run with me as I train to try to run a 2:20 marathon in the coming months. Here's the Strava link to the run from the video www.strava.com/activities/9819442075? Follow me on Strava www.strava.com/athletes/1859864 Follo...
Can I Run A 2:20 Marathon? - Marathon Training Vlog - The 2:20 Project
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This is the first video in a series following me as I aim to run a 2:20 marathon. I'm going to show you my marathon training as I aim to run faster than I have ever done before over the marathon distance. This is the first video in a marathon training vlog series introducing The 2:20 Project and what it's all about. I go over my marathon training plan and what my goal races are. Follow me on St...
Running A Marathon Fast - How To Do It
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I have been able to run fast marathons in a relatively short time frame after starting running by following the principles that I set out in this video. They are simple, but effective tips, which is the way I like to approach running a marathon and training in general. I prefer not to overcomplicate it when it doesn't need to be. Running a marathon is quite simple when you boil it down to the c...
This Book Made Me A Faster Runner - Review
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Here are the links to the book. The Kindle version is cheaper than the paperback version. Paperback www.amazon.co.uk/dp/178963072X/?tag=patrickmart08-21 Kindle www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BS1SN59T/?tag=patrickmart08-21 *If you purchase the book from the links above I earn a small commission from the purchase which will help fund the channel. Follow me on Strava: www.strava.com/athletes/1859864 Follow...
Steady Pace Running - How To Become A Faster Runner Quicker
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In this video I share with you why steady pace running has become so important to me in running fast race times. I show you how I do it and what I would do if I was just starting out running at a steady pace and wanted to do it properly. Steady pace running has become a vital tool for me in my running and I couldn't go without it now. Follow me on Strava: www.strava.com/athletes/1859864 Follow ...
Running Hills - The Secret To Running Faster And Longer
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Running Hills - The Secret To Running Faster And Longer
How To Run A Faster 5k - How I Got Fast Quickly In My 40's
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How To Run A Faster 5k - How I Got Fast Quickly In My 40's
How I Ran A 2:24 London Marathon At 42 Years Old After Only Running For 3 Years - Part 2
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How I Ran A 2:24 London Marathon At 42 Years Old After Only Running For 3 Years - Part 2
Saucony Endorphin Speed 3 Review After 1737 Miles
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Saucony Endorphin Speed 3 Review After 1737 Miles
I Tried Running 100 Miles Per Week For 7 Months - This Happened
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I Tried Running 100 Miles Per Week For 7 Months - This Happened
What No-one Tells You About Marathon Training - What It's Really Like
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What No-one Tells You About Marathon Training - What It's Really Like
How To Train For A Half Marathon - I Ran 1:09 In My 1st Half Marathon
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How To Train For A Half Marathon - I Ran 1:09 In My 1st Half Marathon
I Ran A 2:24 Marathon At 42 Years Old But Made 3 Training Mistakes
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I Ran A 2:24 Marathon At 42 Years Old But Made 3 Training Mistakes
How To Run A Faster 10k - I Started Running 3 Years Ago
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How To Run A Faster 10k - I Started Running 3 Years Ago
I Ran A 32 Minute 10K At 42 Years Old - Did I Win? - Race Recap
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I Ran A 32 Minute 10K At 42 Years Old - Did I Win? - Race Recap
I Did This 1 Thing To Run A 2:24 Marathon At The Age Of 42
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I Did This 1 Thing To Run A 2:24 Marathon At The Age Of 42
How I Ran A 2:24 London Marathon At 42 Years Old After Starting Running Only 3 And A Half Years Ago
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How I Ran A 2:24 London Marathon At 42 Years Old After Starting Running Only 3 And A Half Years Ago
100 miles/week, wowww❤❤
Wowww, Amazing❤❤
Can I get the daily training menu? tq. I'm 53 years old from 🇮🇩
patrick why you stop running . are you ok
I run 70 and am 71. 35 years ago did 3 months 100 miles a week. Pbs followed at all distances and was in 2.28 marathon shape but caught a virus and didn't run.
Great channel thanks for the info. You might also want to experiment with kettle bell swings as I experienced something similar. The other year when I was in my late 30's as well, I got back into running and started working on a mile run near my house that had 3 hills. I didn't know any better and was just running fast like I always did when I was younger, which led to shin splints so I had to take a break. In the meantime, I did kettle bell swings for like only 2-3 weeks. Previously I wasn't getting much faster on my run, but after only doing those kettle bell swings for 3 weeks I went out and zipped right up those hills that were giving me trouble and beat my high school mile time by 20 seconds (which of course was always on a flat track). It was astonishing really. I kept getting shin splints thinking it was from the hills (too many hills can cause splints) but I was just running too fast so I got disenchanted and stopped for a long while. I've since learned to slow down until I build better strength in my legs and am shin splint free. But yeah, kettle bells are magic. The ballistic nature of the swing does wonders for the glutes and legs. Any good pro runner likely does them, and you're starting to see the exercise recommended in running anatomy books.
Hi, I have a simple question. In Strava we can see your pace on laps, it was 3:05-3:36 min/km to my mind you have failed training session. Am I right?
Should you exceed the 10 % rule
Sorry that happened Patrick. I was hoping to see you break 2.09 and go to the Paris Olympics. Can you imagine?
Could you share your running schedule, what you do in the week, when u do slow run ? When u do fast run ?
That's incredible. I'm still trying to figure out how to get to a sub 5 minute mile.
Well I run a 61 minute 10k lol soooo
38mins for first 10km is impressive. What did you do before running.
Before you set out to run those 100mpw for 7 months, were you running for 3.5 years before start or total 3.5 years with those 7 months? Also prior to that 7 month block what was your HM and FM times. You kinda overlooked it when mentioning your 68 Half and 2:24. Thanks!
Does this mean that you don't focus on heart rate as much? Where does a steady run site in max hr %?
I used to do 12 seconds flat out uphill 10 times repeat on every 3rd minute my 23.04 5k parkrun is still the fastest Vm 75 after 9 years at my local parkrun did this nearly every day also competed in 100s and 200s track races such fun marathon kill Knees
I only run 50 miles a day. I am a disgrace
Holy shit bro😭 that is insane
Sorry to hear that! I know you'll come back stronger!
Could you give us your height&weight please?
U dont run any intervals?
Great video and well explained. I joined IMRA ( Irish mountain running) this year and about to complete my 3rd half marathon over the hills at roughly 1000m gain on each event. My running has transformed up another level this year and have broken all PB's from 5k's to half marathons knocking minutes off my times. I run with a club 4 days a week and people have asked what I've done this year to improve so much. I genuinely can only put it down to mountain running. Running consistently on the flat will make you a better runner for sure but add hills and it makes you both mentally and physically stronger 💪
Hi Patrick, your heart rate seems to be very low for a 43 yrs old while running tempo/zone3 runs… do you use a chest strap or rely on watch sensor?
After watching you, I got up the nerve to try steady pace for my run today instead of easy running. IT FELT GREAT! I wasnt overly tired, ans I felt stronger! I thought for sure Id be huffing and puffing at the end, but I wasn't. I felt awesome. Ill be doing way more steady pace runs now. Thank you for introducing this concept to me.
The great Ron Clarke trained 16-20km steady run with a progression near the end every day. Finishing at 5 minute mile pace on grass. This was his daily training. He ran 27:39 for 10000m on cinders with no pacemakers.
Thank you for your honest videos! They are refreshing! Im wondering, about your long runs. When you first started them, were you going by time or mileage or both to classify them as long? Right now, the most time I have for a long run is 60 maybe 65 minutes, but because I'm only just getting back into running, this doesn't equate to much in terms of mileage. Maybe 6 miles/10K. It's a medium long run for me because on average, I run 3-5 miles per day, but in the grand scheme of things this is not a "long" run. How do I make my long run actually long in terms of mileage if I only have 60-65 minutes for a long run per week? I run 30-45 minutes per day otherwise. Is it just building volume throughout the week? Thanks for your videos and advice!!
i think this works if you recover quick enough from them. I've got a feeling some ppl won't though.
is this z2 youre referring to or a little more? I ran quite alot at maybe the faster end of z2, and seemed to progress quick by mileage and not really any hard interval sessions at all. for all distances.
The algorithm does work! It recommended this video to me and am now working through your catalogue. Congrats on the success you've had so far. More good things to come. 👌
I absolutely hate the fact that we must run hills its so tiring and takes me out for 2 days i have to rest up. I prefer running down and speed walking up i dont feel dead the next day lol
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Thanks. Love the simplicity. Motivating. Now just need to start getting up earlier and running more!!
Hey, great videos. Just wondering for your longer runs, do you use any gels? Thanks!
Thanks, no I don't use any gels.
Thanks mate, just the answer I wanted to hear! Nice and straight forward running it is!! 😀
Thanks for making your profile public on Strava, it's very interesting to see how you approach this training philsophy. I've noticed a couple of things. Firstly you rarely run doubles in a day which always make for 20+ km runs. Secondly, there isn't a huge difference in terms of pace between the hard and easy days, it looks like various shades of moderately hard, "steady running" as you call it in your videos. I'm curious to know how you handle the chronic fatigue of running those long runs at a sustained pace without ever having a day off or a very easy day during the week.
Thanks, I make sure I eat a lot of carbohydrates and get a good amount of sleep. My body has got used to that kind of routine as well, it takes time though. As I get nearer to a race I do run doubles. Mainly the steady pace first and later a much easier pace. Look back at my Strava in Feb, March and April this year and I ran doubles most days.
I used to run two 13 miles on a Tuesday and Thursday, a Saturday morning 4miles at 6 min miles and then run with club on a Sunday anything between 18 and 30 miles. Did this from around mid 30s until 58, then after reduced the mileage on a Sunday down to 13 miles and 6 miles for Tuesday and Thursday. At the age of 62 my meniscus tore in my right leg and I couldn't straighten my leg nor bend it much, a year after that the posterior tibial tendon tore, leaving me flatfooted in my left foot, due to compensating for my right leg. Then a two year after that my left knee went the same way as my right, arthritis now at the level of bone on bone and then my right hip began to become sore, due to compensating from the way I now walked. the outcome is that I now await total knee replacement for both knees, the surgeons hope that once my legs are straight and I can bend them, that will alleviate problems with my hip and feet. The real question is, is why did I run so far and for so long, for what purpose? Looking back with hindsight, it was a pretty dumb thing to do. In fact idiocy, I'm 70 now and I require the shopping trolley to lean on just to get round the supermarket. You reap what you sow and I'm not alone, practically everyone I ran with, bar a few exceptions, have similar problems.
I love my 3's. I am a heavier runner and can only get about 400 miles before I feel the inside wearing down then causing me blisters. I had a weird thing happen. I had a pair of the yellow shoes and had no issues with the heel. I went and bought a pair of red 3's and found my Achilles would get rubbed my the heel. I had to push the back down over and over again to sort of break the plastic in. Did you have that experience with your red 3's? I bought a pair of 4's and took them back. Too narrow, too long amd the arch placement was not the same. I am working on getting another 3 to have on hand.
I do think the shoes can differ between pairs of exactly the same kind of shoe. I've had that experience in the past when a different colour just felt different.
Just for balance, I just checked my Garmin Connect account and it states I ran 685 miles in the previous 12 months. That’s an average of 13 miles per week. In March this year I ran a 21:15 5K Parkrun. Not Earth shattering I know, but respectable for a 61 year old. The year before I ran a 5 miler in 33:03 and a hilly 5K in 20:22 off similar mileage. If I try to race a 10K things go awry as the lack of aerobic development shows. I don’t do any cross training at all other than maybe 3-4 hours of walking a week and a bit of weight training. I’d love to run more, but I’m very injury prone.
Patrick did you really lose that much fitness from having a flu for a couple of weeks? doesn’t it take like 6 weeks to markedly lose fitness? And since you seem to be genetically gifted won’t you be right back in pretty much a couple of weeks? I’m following your model and adding a k a week to my long runs.
Great 🎉. I am 42 years old. But I can't still run under 1:14 a half marathon
Wow. Amazing. I ran 129 miles last month. 100 this month in 24 days. It feels like nothing now. I need to step up to 175 next month and counting. Also I do about 1500 to 2000 pull ups a month. Wish I could swim so I can attempt triathlon.
Brilliant Patrick, you really have made me a better runner by the way you simplify things. Thank you!
Thank you!
Do you do any strength or gym work? Have you had many injury woes?
No strength work. I've had a couple of injuries but nothing too bad.
I hope you know how insane those times are lol awesome work man keep it up, God bless 🙏🏽
So you have never followed training plans for your races? How do you ‘peak’ for a race? Great vid as ever Patrick
No, I've never followed plans. To peak I increase the intensity of my workouts and make them more regular. I do add a bit of structure into my training when a big race is coming up.
@@patrickmartinrunning awesome, I like your approach I will give it a go myself after my next race as it resonates with me. I’ll be looking out for any updates re future marathons as I’d like to follow along
How many miles do you run a week? 😊
When I have a race coming up, 100 miles or more.
MIND BLOWN 🤯 From a simple advice, My motivation soared to the moon 🚀 Not so many people are like you… THANK YOU 👍
Great video again Patrick 🤩 I am sometimes confused how i should train to get most out of myself.. I am same age than you, i have done and tried different style of training / workouts. I know there is a lot of fancy speed session. Etc ( do we really need them ? ) i have been struggle to recovery if i do really high speed intervals i mean something like 2-4min stuff in 10k - 5k effort. I still doing strides no problem with them.. When i was my best fit 2021 i didn’t do any really fast speed sessions actually, they were more like shortest 1km to up, but more like longer tempo efforts and with bigger weekly mileages.. And even that i able to ran my 10km training time trial faster than ever without those fancy speed sessions 🤷♂️ Those steady runs are really good, easy to recover quick, you can run next day still really good with easy/moderate effort no problem 😎
Thanks! Yes, it sounds like you were at your best when you built a big base of aerobic fitness. That's what really works in my opinion.
Hi Martin, can you share with us what were the shoes you used in your London Marathon? were they the Saucony Endorphins? Many thanks
The Nike Vaporfly 2
Thank you Patrick Nevr tried those , pretty expensive but must be good
Run more, run by feel. Great advice!
hi Patrick greetings from turkey. your training idea very effective.actually we don't need fancy training plans that is so confusing.congrulations and thank you for sharing
Great to see exactly this: just run more and it will fix most training needs. It's unlikely "what I eat in a day", "this workout", "this supplement": it's likely more miles.