Uploaded September 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
1 lesson from the training of Kelvin Kiptum, the marathon world record holder.
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When people look into his training, they get caught up in his tremendous mileage.
Kiptum would run 250-280 km a week, sometimes over 300 km.
That can be over 180 miles in a week!
However, some people get too focused on his mileage.
All too often runners simply think..."the more mileage, the better"
They are missing one crucial detail of his training.
He did not necessarily force the mileage, they took into consideration to how he felt.
As his coach quoted, “We rest when he gets tired. If for a month he doesn’t show signs of fatigue or pain, we continue.”
This is the key lesson.
Too often, we get too focused on things like mileage and pace…that we neglect how we feel.
Be present when you run.
And may he and his coach rest in peace.
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I hope you found this post helpful. I would love to hear your thoughts in the comment section below. And please don't hesitate to ask any questions you have for me too.
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Keep in mind that this is for educational purposes only. This does not replace medical advice.
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If you are interested in more short form content, check out my instagram (@jpgloria.dpt): instagram.com/jpgloria.dpt
1 lesson from the training of Kelvin Kiptum, the marathon world record holder.
-
When people look into his training, they get caught up in his tremendous mileage.
Kiptum would run 250-280 km a week, sometimes over 300 km.
That can be over 180 miles in a week!
However, some people get too focused on his mileage.
All too often runners simply think..."the more mileage, the better"
They are missing one crucial detail of his training.
He did not necessarily force the mileage, they took into consideration to how he felt.
As his coach quoted, “We rest when he gets tired. If for a month he doesn’t show signs of fatigue or pain, we continue.”
This is the key lesson.
Too often, we get too focused on things like mileage and pace…that we neglect how we feel.
Be present when you run.
And may he and his coach rest in peace.
-
I hope you found this post helpful. I would love to hear your thoughts in the comment section below. And please don't hesitate to ask any questions you have for me too.
-
Keep in mind that this is for educational purposes only. This does not replace medical advice.
-
If you are interested in more short form content, check out my instagram (@jpgloria.dpt): instagram.com/jpgloria.dpt
