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BEGINNER RUNNER TO INTERMEDIATE… A Simple Guide To Run Faster & Longer!

2026-03-15 Sports
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Top Comments (10)

@stgainsbourg 2026-03-15

Absolute legend. Never any ego, your channel consistently motivates thousands of people to be their best. Year after year. You guys make me proud to be a runner.

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@Paulo-ze1tl 2026-03-15

I just ran my first marathon today and you played a huge part in my decision. I’ve been running since 2013, but always felt intimidated by distance. Over a year ago I found your channel and your fueling tips helped me unlock longer efforts. I ran my first half in early 2014, but had no idea what I was doing. Thank you so much for being a true inspiration and making the marathon a lot more accessible.

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@rai8558 2026-03-16

I was 245lbs last July 2025 at 5'5. I was only walking, trying to lose weight. November 2025 when I got my first pair of good shoes which is the Nike Vomero Plus. Since then I started running, picked up the pace, and as of now, I'm down to 163lbs. By the end of this month (March) I will be running a marathon. I already done 35KM runs so I'm feeling confident. I love running as it does need you to be genius, talented, or a prodigy. Patience & consistency will show you the fruits of your labor. If anyone just got into running, don't give up, keep pushing, and never forget to enjoy every step! :)

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@Mark-Huigen 2026-03-15

I adjust my cadence to the efforts. My easy runs are around 170, the tempo efforts are more towards 180. If I do my easy runs at 180 it feels really unnatural and ineffective.

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@MattMullinsYoyos 2026-03-15

I havent ever ran anything but I just signed up for my first 10k. Love your channel.

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@Ya_mans_750 2026-03-16

one of the biggest things is... if it genuinely hurts to run, take time off to recover, no need to hurt yourself.

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@lilianamariatomaz 2026-03-15

1:27 I take my easy runs too easy, I see 😂

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@heoTheo 2026-03-16

So important!!! Those relax paces makes it clear that I’ve been running too fast.

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@mattikraay2981 2026-03-16

8:42 stopping the video to go to bed😂

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@Mike-gi4ft 2026-03-16

Started running again after stuffing heart failure so appreciate the video.

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