RUNNER VS. FOOTBALLER | 5K PARKRUN (SUB 16MIN)

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  • Опубліковано 15 лис 2024
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    Episode 8 of my Parkrun road trip sees myself and housemate Charlee drive down to Southend for a 5k parkrun in our new Nike Alphafly Next% that we picked up in the black Friday sales. Really enjoyed the 3 lap course which was completely flat and made for a fast sub 16 minute 5k. The Harvester next to the finish line carpark was too hard to resist. If you enjoyed the video please leave a like and comment down below where we should head next!
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  • @elmod75
    @elmod75 2 роки тому +77

    You were in the top 10 parkrun times for whole country this Weekend Ben. Not sure if you realised. Well done!! Eden project in Cornwall has restarted now BTW.

  • @bryanurizar
    @bryanurizar 2 роки тому +164

    Ben: "parkrun isn't a race".
    Also Ben: "The winning streak continues"
    LOL

  • @georgea3935
    @georgea3935 2 роки тому +40

    Hi ben, great run. Starting to take running seriously for the last few months I got a PB (26:18) this weekend at parkrun. Thanks for all the continued inspiration

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому +3

      Great job! Hope you continue to enjoy your training and I’m sure many more pbs will come your way :)

  • @isaacplays9881
    @isaacplays9881 2 роки тому +29

    Amazing running Ben, I haven’t ran a parkrun properly in a while but I just want to say you’re running technique is really good, Ive adapted it and really helps conserving energy and within the last few months I went from around 28 minutes to sub 21, currently pushing sub 20 hopefully I can get it next time around but you’ve helped improve my running so much. Thank you 🙏

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому

      That’s some great improvements! Keep working hard and you’ll get under 20mins in no time :)

    • @stueym5448
      @stueym5448 2 роки тому

      What’s the main changes you made to cut your time down that much??

    • @isaacplays9881
      @isaacplays9881 2 роки тому

      @@stueym5448 to be honest, I never took running seriously before. I was really young like 10 years old when I used to get around 30 mins but now I am nearly 17 years old, and just naturally grew up which helped. However I am now running during the week lots and joined a running club so In summary: it’s just doing running more often which helps

    • @isaacplays9881
      @isaacplays9881 2 роки тому

      @@stueym5448 only till a few months ago did I then take it seriously

  • @MariaMarsbar
    @MariaMarsbar 2 роки тому +2

    I've only started watching your videos recently and I'm from Southend (though I now live up North) so I had to watch this video!! I only started jogging in October and just did my first park run in Chalkwell when visiting my family a few weeks ago. It's a nice out and back route along the seafront, I absolutely loved it, and at a steady pace I got my PB of 36:36!

  • @rogercarter1265
    @rogercarter1265 2 роки тому +5

    I did Southend parkrun in 2017 on my only(so far) visit to the UK. Friendly people and a fast course. I was surprised and interested in all the history there at Shoeburyness, not just WW2 gun emplacements, you run around, but Viking, Roman and stone age history there as well. A fascinating place.

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому

      What a coincidence. I saw the ww2 remains but had no idea. Thanks for informing me. Really enjoyed the course :)

  • @deanevans3968
    @deanevans3968 2 роки тому +8

    Great video Ben. The fact you can still run at that pace in those conditions is impressive. I ran 2 and a half minutes slower than my pb on Saturday but it was one of my most enjoyable parkruns so I can't complain!

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому

      Conditions were actually pretty good. The finishing straight was the only sketchy section but other than that was fine. Would recommend this one :)

    • @deanevans3968
      @deanevans3968 2 роки тому

      @@BenIsRunning wish I could say the same about the one I was at 😂

  • @FordyRuns
    @FordyRuns 2 роки тому +3

    My old manor 👊 Unbelievable speed bro it’s scary you are a machine and shout out Charlie good lad that’s proper rapid as well

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому

      Cheers Fordy! What a course. Don’t get many parkruns that are as flat and 95% pavement. Charlee is my Toby ;) Do you recommend any other parkruns that way. Have you done the chalkwell beach one? Thinking of giving that one a try

  • @alexanderhitch5786
    @alexanderhitch5786 2 роки тому +1

    Time for more Parkrun domination and PRs and course records! Ben = Parkrun KING.... long live the KING

  • @edwardhawkins8246
    @edwardhawkins8246 2 роки тому +3

    Rickmansworth is a pretty fast route if you can get down here, Ben. Barely any elevation and all tarmac.

  • @ratmanbug
    @ratmanbug 2 роки тому

    I love the way you talk so casually about your amazing times! My best is a shade under 30 mins, but I am 66!

  • @majsketchup
    @majsketchup 2 роки тому +1

    Brilliant, but can you do a 5k in the slippers? (runners equivalent of a cold rainy night in Stoke?)

  • @CarFocused
    @CarFocused 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Ben - you need to try Huntingdon Park Run - There’s a local runner called David Hudson who wins it every week running in the 16’s, I think you two could have a good battle :)

  • @selcukisik3544
    @selcukisik3544 2 роки тому +1

    Always inspiring Ben! Well done on your sub-16. Always welcome to Ashford, Kent Parkrun. We need a new course PB 😊👍

  • @leej3415
    @leej3415 2 роки тому +2

    Well done mate 👍🏻 Smashed it!!
    I was one of the volunteers who scanned your finishing position. Hopefully someone has managed to keep hold of the missing top too!

  • @Ruffnreddyrunner
    @Ruffnreddyrunner 2 роки тому +2

    You defo gotta do kings lynn it’s all tarmac 3 laps fast course you’d smash it

  • @michaelb5432
    @michaelb5432 2 роки тому +2

    Great running lads! Loving this series, did my first parkrun last weekend, I've definitely been missing out.. managed to break 19 for the first time 💪

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому

      Thanks Michael! Great job 👊🏻

  • @Barry3326
    @Barry3326 2 роки тому

    You should try the Oldbridge Park run in Drogheda Co-Louth Ireland.Not far from Dublin.Cross country.

  • @petersalmon718
    @petersalmon718 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing time, Valentine's parkrun in Ilford 500th run this Saturday

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому

      That sounds like a good one to attend :)

  • @themightygourd798
    @themightygourd798 2 роки тому

    Clare Castle ParkRun is a good scenic run. You run pass a ruin castle and also along the river, also the coffee shop is next to the finish line 👌. Also less than an hour from Chelmsford!
    Worth a look Ben. Keep up the good work, the channel is great.👍

  • @Ultrarunnerdad
    @Ultrarunnerdad 2 роки тому +10

    Great running. Someone send Ben lots of long sleeve tops he can scatter around at park runs 😅

  • @runscottyrun5297
    @runscottyrun5297 2 роки тому +1

    Well done Ben! Congratulations on another first finisher at parkrun, excited to see where you end up next weekend! Cheers, Scott🤓

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому

      Thanks for you continued support Scotty! Hope your trainings going well :)

  • @nicksacco5041
    @nicksacco5041 2 роки тому

    It’s so weird, I don’t race that often anymore, but I still get pre-race nerves when watching people before their race lol

  • @tomtom3195.
    @tomtom3195. 2 роки тому

    You need to give the congleton park run a try in cheshire. It's brilliant.

  • @michaelaquinn2789
    @michaelaquinn2789 2 роки тому +3

    if you get the chance, definitely do some Belfast Parkruns! love the vids :)

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому

      Thank you michaela, would love to visit one day

    • @xXxBLINGO07xXx
      @xXxBLINGO07xXx 2 роки тому

      I live in Belfast and just got my Parkrun ID.. might see you there one day 😊

  • @jamesnoble246
    @jamesnoble246 2 роки тому +1

    Someone stop this man, winning (1st finishing) machine 🤣👍🏼

  • @thephysicalsilverfox3474
    @thephysicalsilverfox3474 2 роки тому

    Come to Raphael park in Romford, it's a fast course all on pavement , up and down but a beautiful park.

  • @fabsterun
    @fabsterun 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome sauce is made here !!! Epic showdown as usual

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому

      Thanks Fabian! We’re thinking of doing a 5k whilst dribbling a football

  • @claygeorge97
    @claygeorge97 2 роки тому +1

    Great running Ben (and Charlee), was nice to meet you both!

  • @Kinaanath
    @Kinaanath 2 роки тому +1

    Well done Ben and Charlie 💪 Football players have great stamina

  • @alanbendell5986
    @alanbendell5986 2 роки тому +2

    Great running Ben. I would love to get under 20 mins. My pb is 22.21 ( age isn't on my side, I'm 47).
    Can I surgest you come to sunny lowestoft (the most easterly parkrun in GB) if you havnt already.
    New subscriber here to see if I can pick up any tips.

  • @lucksray
    @lucksray 2 роки тому +2

    It would be great to see you at endcliffe park run sometime!

  • @irawhitlock1084
    @irawhitlock1084 2 роки тому +1

    Great run! We need to step up our breakfast game here in the U.S. That breakfast looked delicious. Sorry about the shirt

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому

      Thanks Ira! The breakfast certainly made up for the lost shirt :)

  • @hamwhacker
    @hamwhacker 2 роки тому

    Congratulations on running so fast AND carrying a GoPro. Inspirational 15:58

  • @seanmcfarlane5394
    @seanmcfarlane5394 2 роки тому +1

    Nice to meet you on Saturday Ben. Even if I was a couple minutes behind you.

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому +1

      Likewise Sean! Great job, lovely course that :)

  • @manutd9899
    @manutd9899 2 роки тому +1

    What a great run Ben - I'm so sorry about your shirt though! Get yourself another lovely shirt as a present for yourself for all the hard work you've been doing.

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Ken. Yes it was a shame and I think that sounds like a good idea :)

  • @MeganGrinham
    @MeganGrinham 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing!!

  • @SuperMancityfan
    @SuperMancityfan 2 роки тому +6

    Smashed it mate. 19:10 a time worth shouting about too :)

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks jake. Yeah charlee did great

  • @juraimebuang7458
    @juraimebuang7458 2 роки тому +1

    No worries mate,Saysky will have a really nice box in the mail🤓

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому

      Oh I hope so, gutted about that. My favourite long sleeve for warm ups /)

  • @mac28x
    @mac28x 2 роки тому +1

    you need to try hadleigh it’s deadly

  • @robbristle5642
    @robbristle5642 2 роки тому +2

    Ben when are you gonna run against some REAL competition, eg, Boston Marathon, NYC Marathon, ANY Half Marathon? How about the London Marathon?

  • @bh4560
    @bh4560 2 роки тому +1

    1st finisher you get a breakfast.. i better get training cause that looks amazing! 😂

  • @b09d4n
    @b09d4n 2 роки тому

    I use a new empty garbage bag with a hole for the head... Instead of loosing a long sleeve :) Hope it helps for your next races.

  • @iand1482
    @iand1482 2 роки тому

    Incredible run! I Hope to get under 20 minutes one day :). Lots of people recommend running a mile or so to warm up, but I guess that’s not needed?! What are your thoughts on it?

  • @zeinaclare3537
    @zeinaclare3537 2 роки тому

    did you guys not warm up?? Like just rock up and run sub 16?!!

  • @paulcain1285
    @paulcain1285 2 роки тому +2

    Great time 👍🏃🏻‍♂️ just bought the same Alphafly’s as yourself for £156 not sure they will make me sub 16 minutes though 🤣

  • @martinsmith3192
    @martinsmith3192 2 роки тому +2

    Hi Ben Amazing times do you think you can train for a fast park run on a treadmill,keep up the good breakfasts.

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому +1

      100%, treadmills are going to be key for me with my winter training :)

    • @martinsmith3192
      @martinsmith3192 2 роки тому

      @@BenIsRunning Thanks I'll keep up the training then .

  • @kev247365
    @kev247365 2 роки тому

    I want to get under the sub 19k but not used the alphas yet. Would you recommend them for a 5k? I hear mixed reviews

  • @chrishopkins9090
    @chrishopkins9090 2 роки тому

    Give Burnham on Crouch a go, not fast but great views and scenery.

  • @ThatRunningGuy
    @ThatRunningGuy 2 роки тому +4

    New shoes and puddles 😱

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому

      I know it’s a crime. But I didn’t bring a spare pair 😂

  • @davidimmerz6744
    @davidimmerz6744 2 роки тому +1

    Next challenge between footballer & runner… beep test!

  • @ian_runs
    @ian_runs 2 роки тому +1

    another good parkrun, great running Ben

  • @ThisMessyHappy
    @ThisMessyHappy 2 роки тому +1

    Ben, we need to talk about those slippers… 😉😂

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому

      Excuse me! What’s wrong with my trusty slippers 😂

  • @michaelevans9693
    @michaelevans9693 2 роки тому +1

    Cracking video , I love watching your videos they have motivated me to get back into running , have you got any tips for someone who's trying to get back into running but struggles eith distance?

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому +1

      Get down to your local parkrun and try to chip away at your time week after week :) setting a goal always keeps me motivated

    • @michaelevans9693
      @michaelevans9693 2 роки тому

      @@BenIsRunning thank you for the advice 🙏

  • @leedockerty4531
    @leedockerty4531 2 роки тому +1

    Great running!!

  • @jonb1107
    @jonb1107 2 роки тому

    Great running guys

  • @_PatG_
    @_PatG_ 2 роки тому +2

    I’m working towards sub 20
    Just hit pb of 23:06 a few weeks ago

  • @grantmckay7014
    @grantmckay7014 2 роки тому +1

    You inspired me to start Parkruns. Two so far. 22 minutes with my youngest son, then 18:53 solo last Saturday. My son is a national level gymnast, so anything over 30 metres is long distance to him... 🤣

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому

      Great stuff! Parkruns are life changers so hope you enjoy your weekly Saturday parkruns from now on :)

  • @Roscoepoundz
    @Roscoepoundz 2 роки тому +1

    Did you get the shirt back though

  • @beachrunnernoordwijk9574
    @beachrunnernoordwijk9574 2 роки тому

    Ben can we run with Alphafly on stand?

  • @DanRuns
    @DanRuns 2 роки тому +1

    Come to Guildford! We’ll have a meet up

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому +1

      Would love too! Going to try and visit fellow youtubers locals in the new year so I’ll let you know :)

    • @DanRuns
      @DanRuns 2 роки тому

      @@BenIsRunning amazing!

  • @fraser1237
    @fraser1237 Рік тому

    fast kid!

  • @tristandavies1056
    @tristandavies1056 2 роки тому

    do ludlow parkrun

  • @eddycurrant1380
    @eddycurrant1380 2 роки тому +1

    i could do 15 mins in those shoes, with better legs, stronger lungs, a new heart and ability to suffer pain

  • @Ethan-ul3cd
    @Ethan-ul3cd 2 роки тому

    well sone ben 👍

  • @Alex-ge1fu
    @Alex-ge1fu 2 роки тому

    How long before and what do you do before a run

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому

      Before this one we did a 1.5k warmup and a few strides, 15 mins before the start

  • @supmygdem8262
    @supmygdem8262 2 роки тому

    Oi Charley is my old pe teacher

  • @mikestevenson1334
    @mikestevenson1334 Рік тому

    RIP Long sleeve top =[

  • @MikeSmith-rd9fi
    @MikeSmith-rd9fi 2 роки тому +1

    110 quid off is much more than 25%

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 роки тому +1

      Yeah it was 25% off the sale price :) mega deal!!!

    • @bh4560
      @bh4560 2 роки тому

      They were reduced before that lol. Some deal!

  • @beachrunnernoordwijk9574
    @beachrunnernoordwijk9574 2 роки тому

    I me an the beach