ELIUD KIPCHOGE || WHAT IT TAKES TO BE GREAT

[@alfymiami]

For me, Eliud K. is not only the greatest marathonist. He's an inspiration for much more: human virtues, discipline, perseverance, concentration, wisdom.

[@johnsrous1616]

The dude does it all... trains hard, pushes his pace, defeats his rivals, is an environmentalist(ooh yeah)! Tops it all with a wr that no one can dream of running. Congrats, Eliud Kipchoge. Best to u in your further goals

[@calvinmwirigi7413]

My Hero, Proud to be Kenyan!

[@alexandreluizalves]

Totally agree.

[@Opinions-d5p]

It’s the kindhearted words he has and the humble life he lives.😊

[@arontesfay2520]

"Only the disciplined ones are free in life. If you are undisciplined, you are a slave to your emotions and your passions." That is one of most underrated quotes I've ever heard. I don't know how much people realize the profound truth in that statement

[@shashankashura1654]

very nice .....

[@bolivar9586]

Well, I'm an emotional guy and living with many passions and enjoying them. And I can say that the disciplined ones are the slaves of their own discipline.

[@arontesfay2520]

@@bolivar9586 Saying that one is a slave to discipline is like saying one is a slave to freedom. It's an oxymoron. You can disagree with Kipchoge's quote but you have to understand that he is backed by minds like Nietzsche, Freud and Jung. I don't know if you've read any of them but I can't do justice to their works with a youtube comment. One of their pinnacle insights was that there are forces in your brain that control you far more than you control them. These forces reside in very deep and subconscious parts of your brain that you aren't even aware of them. They are the reason why only a handful of people are able to commit to their new year's resolution. The first step to being able to control them is to be aware of their existence. This is discipline and it is supremely important to achieving almost any long term goal. You wouldn't have youtube, the internet or your computer to type a comment on if the world was full of people that just lived by emotion and passion without discipline. In fact the reason humans have made mind-boggling levels of progress is because of people willing to commit to accomplishing long-term goals despite what their emotions dictate to them in the short term. In the end, we're much more happier and find more meaning in life when we commit to goals and take up the necessary responsibilities to accomplish the goals. Otherwise, people just live a pathetic and ignorant life without much purpose.

[@SML783]

Aron Tesfay very impressive Aron. Can you please share the books you have read on this subject.

[@arontesfay2520]

@@SML783 I have read some of Jung's books (actually that's not entirely true since I haven't even come close to completing a single entire book). The good thing about Jung is that you'll also know a lot about his predecessors since he borrows and/or critics their works in his writings. The caveat is that Jung's works are large volumes of above-average level of reading. I have been reading "The Archetypes of the Collective Unconscious" for a while now and I'm still on the first volume. Another great read is "Modern Man in Search of a Soul". Of course if like me and most other people, you don't have plenty of time, there are authors like Jordan Peterson who do a great job of providing the essence in books that aren't as huge. I have partially read "Maps of Meaning", which is a hard read. "12 Rules for Life" is a lot easier but still an excellent book. I'm pretty sure I'm forgetting a few other materials I've read. I'll try and remember to share when I recall them

[@Youngandgrey-wx8ss]

Who is here after he completed marathon less then 2 hours.

[@abdifatah86]

Me

[@ISayToMyself]

Me!

[@kappengang8798]

Me

[@braydenecker6939]

This video came out after the sub-2-hour marathon so everyone is here after.....

[@BuggatiWeryon]

@@braydenecker6939 it came before, check your math (no offense) April 1st 2019 is before October 12th 2019

[@fidenemini4413]

He's an elite of elites. He lives like a monk with wisdom and wealth. This man is the definition of a saint.

[@abdiali-li6fd]

Greatest marathon runner and a very humble man , keep doing Kenya proud, you have made your mark in athletic history

[@mophious59]

Selah

[@victorgarciavargas8056]

Kipchoge is one of the greatest athletes of all times, but he lives as any ordinary man. Inspiring.

[@steelhere5519]

Eliud is an amazing athlete. I remember when people where saying Tiger Woods is the greatest athlete of all time. What a joke that was.

[@StormWarningHall]

Why?

[@yokeloonlo01]

usain bolt is fast. but this guy is the mother tank of all tank

[@johnsrous1616]

Sub 2 doesn't even equate to what the human mind can comprehend for a 26.2 mile race. Makes zero sense. He did it, though. The greatest of all time Eliud Kipchoge

[@roslynros4420]

"A simple life is the best way to be free "Eliud Kipchoge

[@reduniverse8912]

And just like you said it, he once again broke his own record. What a guy

[@aristodiga82]

the most admiring aspect of this great man is not his world record. It is his way of life. a zen master would be proud.

[@TheSiameseDreamer]

Oh and he ran Berlin like it was an early morning jog. Was incredible to watch.

[@Jaydev2001]

Who else watching this video after his historical win in London 2019?

[@larjkok1184]

I’m here before it.

[@sanjnaughty9134]

me too

[@brianmessemer2973]

I just watched this video after eating dinner on a Monday night. It was at 7pm. I'm a cyclist but NOT a runner. After dinner, as if by remote control, my body got changed, put on my HR monitor and grabbed my phone for Strava, went outside, and ran my first ever 10K. Full disclosure, last month I ran once, a 5K, that was my greatest distance until today. I ran completely inspired. I felt so alive. I didn't know running could be like that. Thank you Mr. Kipchoge and thank you Total Running Productions. Here are my numbers from Strava: 10.2 km ~ 1:02:29 ~ 9:48/mi

[@rand0mprecisi0n83]

Good stuff dude

[@euniquelyeunice1821]

That awesome!!!

[@mll5530]

Well done! So, please do not run regularly. Please run daily!

[@rphnick]

Not only an amazing athlete, but an amazing human!!!

[@grasuh]

5:01 Only the DISCIPLINED ones are FREE in life.

[@peace606]

Wouldt that make you a slave to a certain pattern. If you give in to your desires, wouldnt that make you free to do whatever you want?

[@felixmachas9915]

NO DOUBTS ABOUT THAT

[@maurizioarrivabene8182]

@@peace606 for the moment, yes. I believe there needs to be a perfect balance between pleasure and discipline.

[@DzlDizzleDzl]

@@peace606 See, you control your desires. You dont let your desires control you

[@estherlule7049]

Y discipline doesn't mean cutting out pleasure and relaxation from your life. It meaning being able create a balance between all aspects of your life.

[@judikatumo6859]

Kipchoge is a real definition of inspiration and passion. Talent well utilized. ❤️

[@almaprescillas1997]

Everyday watching him inspires me more to push harder and reach my goal....Goodluck to you Sir!!!!

[@JackHammond]

Your analysis’ are so satisfying bro! Keep up the great work!

[@TotalRunningProductions]

Jack Hammond Thanks man! Means a lot to me. I love making these videos and learning the background of different runners.

[@keepyupy2334]

Jack Hammond analyses*

[@JackHammond]

Total Running Productions they’re honestly so good bro! Keep em coming!

[@kiswahilikitukuzwe2547]

@@TotalRunningProductions What's Kipchoge's lowest pulse ever recorded when he is at his peak form?

[@TotalRunningProductions]

That's a good question. Unfortunately I'm not sure. I know elite endurance athletes reach a resting heart rate between 30 and 35 beats per minute. My guess would be that Eliud is right around there. If I find any more information I'll reach back to you.

[@fv2149]

This guy is amazing.. unreal how a human can run like that .. no words

[@jmcconvlle]

The definition of Humility, massive respect for an amazing athlete and as a person.

[@d.o.4226]

"Emulate Souls that awaken your sense of worth; that remind You of your matchless potential; of the importance of Discipline in every day of life; of the peace and joy in Simplicity, and of the endless rewards of hard work and integrity; and that the Real Possesions of a man are not things that the elements can destroy, but those noble qualities of character he has amassed within him to make him a better image of God. This is Eliud for Me." Dave O. Proudly Kenyan.

[@mophious59]

Selah

[@hongcesoo4358]

This guy is amazing. His quotes hits me right in the feels. Made me really rethink and reflect on my lifestyle. Major major respect.

[@alidiajoseph1922]

Thanks for making Kenya proud

[@Ticoboeren]

Thank you for making this video about an absolutely spectacular and breath-taking runner. The only thing I'm missing in your analysis, is his lack of injuries. In 20 years of performing on the highest ultra world class, I think this is worth to mention. I haven't even heard he's got a cold. (I could be wrong, but...). :-) But anyway; thanks again. Your videos are great! SUPERGREAT!

[@tom32575]

That's a very good questions Eliud is mostly injury free...and that shows his simple lifestyle down to the earth and intelligent smart way of training has contributed to stay injury free....

[@TimothyMahea]

Lack of injury also means not pushing yourself to the limits and being patient on your victory time. It took him many years to run, win and remain comfortable without working on breaking the world record. Indeed injury really wastes opportunities for athletes, Kenya's Rudisha and Jelimo are classic examples of those who pushed themselves hard and injury affected their career.

[@gamerdogleo2212]

Man what a great video! So great to see the background of Kipchoge’s success. Keep up the good work.

[@crpnskie]

Love this video. It's so good to see a star be so human. I think Kipchoge smiles to help produce endorphins when he's tired. It's a form of meditation. Try it yourself.

[@umaxi96]

I'm going to try next marathon. I expect to break the World Record!

[@edgarzambrana6939]

I think it has to do with having the correct tongue posture. If your tongue is correctly positioned, your face appears to be smiling. I also agree it probably plays a part in encouraging beneficial endorphins to be produced in the body. The posture of the body overall helps that though, not just smiling.

[@crpnskie]

True. You have to be self aware especially during the final of the race.

[@giovanbattistafichera8439]

you know what really helps? Being slim af as he is. :D

[@moonootoo]

I just tried that during last night's 2.4km , I think i improved a couple of seconds. Not bad!

[@beowolf19751]

What a great and blessed human being this child of Almighty God is!

[@AJL04B]

And he made history today..well done

[@NancySolariLivingFullOut]

Thank you for showing us the importance of the mind. Discipline and mental toughness are key traits to succeed and to live our lives full out!

[@EsquireUnlimited]

nice video man, Kipchoge is the greatest of all time!

[@ricardorivera6543]

Bekele 👀

[@blackrock1009]

@@ricardorivera6543 And Haile Gebrselassie

[@reinismartinsons]

And then there's me dying at 5km tempos

[@OoMzHowTosandMore]

Reinis Martinsons XD sane dude

[@Teacher2Polis2XtraRice]

Lol 😂😁😀

[@kipponi]

Yeah, 20 minutes tempo run is enough for us mortals, maybe 40min in good day.

[@michaelafubwa8125]

you are not alone.

[@bonganizono7158]

Repetition is the father of learning . Do it long enough till your body adjusts to it then move on to 7, 9, 12 KM runs

[@air03031989]

Humility and extraordinary skill... thats kipchoge

[@susanruo8087]

My fellow Kenyan, Eliud am proud of you

[@cikumwaura2378]

We are proud of you Kipchoge ! Kenya STAND UP !!

[@mophious59]

Standing..

[@seer1623]

Excellent video, perfect summary of this uber athlete’s extraordinary career. I don’t know how anyone can not be inspired by him.

[@kunalsharma2116]

I guess the 31 who disliked this inspirational story.... Are sitting on the couch, watching tv, drinking pepsi... And thinking why to hurt our body... Lets drink one more pepsi 😁 😁 😁 😁

[@gregst7406]

kunal sharma 🤣🤣🤣

[@pelelepe6440]

Thats funny 😁

[@shoquthussain8670]

Haha

[@sharath165]

Hurting 10X by doing so lol

[@dicksonngereso405]

kunal sharma Mambo's can I have a date with you and your family

[@edwinkarani5593]

Blessed man and humble.

[@abdullahimohamed6937]

what amazes me is that he is still so simple and humble after all this success

[@richardelliott8372]

Very inspiring. I agree with his quote: you have to free your mind in order to be truly free

[@Ndegwiz]

Update* he already won the London 2019 marathon

[@cocaccount1914]

Thank you, this is inspiring. It reminds me of an old documentary of 1990s or early 2000s which showcasted the life of a man considered a genius because of his incredible IQ around 150 or so? and his lifestyle, similar to Kipchoge, he lived in a small farm and he enjoyed growing plants and taking care of his animals :)

[@psibarpsi]

Chris Langan?

[@kuthalingam7163]

He is great. Heart touchable runner. 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@itsmeilyah9356]

I was born in Eldoret kenya 🇰🇪 but now i live in Australia 🇦🇺 Proud to be a Kenyan and an Australian 🇦🇺 🇰🇪!!

[@mahfoudhcheikhna2754]

The best running channel i know of.

[@davidtoo9825]

Congratulations brother I also like and admire to be like you in future

[@jayerivero1627]

Thank you for creating this wonderful video. Eliud is an inspiration and a great role model.

[@ismailmahat1130]

Update this plz this man just broke his own record a kind we all hail to

[@waterproof4403]

You have no idea how much I love your channel thank you so much for making all these videos 💚

[@esthereezzy3531]

Eliud has make Kenya proud not only Kenya but Africa I salute u

[@qwwwwaadads]

seriously, if you're not a runner, and have been into running for sometime, you'll never be able to imagine how crazily impossible is this man's pace.

[@kylestephens9593]

i was kinda sad when i realised that non-runners really can't appreciate elite marathoners. i had a conversation with my mon when we were driving and mentioned to her when we went 20km/h in one section that this is the pace of the world record marathon, i said "imagine a man ran with this pace but for 42 kilometers!" and her reply was "it's slow". WTF this is all out sprint for, it's insanely fast for 99.9% of the people, trained people can barely maintain it for 400m, let alone kilometer after kilometer. you need to run to appreciate it, if you don't run it looks like a jog for the average viewer.

[@Iam_rehema]

Proudly Kenyan.We proud of you Kip.

[@kangsungho1752]

Very talented and beutifully weaved sentences! Your explainations are better than any other writers. Thanks a lot.

[@paulgithae5713]

Thanks alot kipchoge coz,you make kenya proud

[@detunche1160]

These guy just finished 40km in less than 2hrs today.......wtf

[@eksdeeee4113]

42.2 kilometres

[@millenmarbun24]

one of my all time favorite athlete, def my favorite marathon runner

[@daveswaymusic]

What a man. Not only is he a pure athlete he's a pure gentleman

[@mustafam1850]

2:26 "a relatively slow pace ( 4: 30 / km)" ... meanwhile I'm dying at 6: 00 / km

[@griffithsmakgareetsa9081]

Thats what I just loughed at.I just recently managed to do 4:30/km in only 10km 2 weeks ago. I was dying after that.....slow run of 4:30/km.....hahahaha

[@mustafam1850]

@@griffithsmakgareetsa9081 congrats! that's a really good pace for 10 km.. at least for the normies like us ;)

[@griffithsmakgareetsa9081]

@@mustafam1850 I worked very hard for it man.I have been training for it since September last year but had never tested it.I was a 1hour 10min for 10km person 3 years ago.I then got better and moved to sub1hour.Then I was at 53-55 for over a year until some guy challenged me to try beat that time and be at bellow 50 in September last year.I managed to get to 47 minutes last year.It was only two weeks ago where I managed to get that 45 minutes....I think it is very possible.You just have to put in the time and training to improve.The problem is we have full time jobs, we have school and families.So we just do what we can. Try doing track sessions. 400m x 10. Start with 3 x 400 and add one every second week until you get to 10.Test yourself out once a month where you will be able to see how you are progressing. Add me on facebook or follow me on Instagram @Griffiths_rsa

[@louisalscher2489]

My personal best on 10k is 45.41 since I started to train in 2018 (I am 16 years old). My next target is to break the 45 ;)

[@mophious59]

He he he..

[@juanseaforth5111]

Another great video!!

[@marko514]

Damn this channel deserves so more subs

[@sparkee3877]

good vid... another big example of his mental toughness was 2015 berlin marathon when he had to run most of the race with his nike insoles flopping out of the back of his shoes...

[@nathanseigneur9585]

The best chanel's KZbin to learn English, when like the Running ! Thanks

[@andreapelayo781]

Amazing . True inspiration 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@sannypandey1290]

Superb bro. I am highly motivated 🇮🇳

[@TFARM56]

This guy is amazing humble and blessed..

[@wyclifejoseph8463]

*Kenya to the World **1:59**!*

[@joerun3849]

Remember, Eliud K. did not get to where he is without TEAM WORK. I like his philosophy and wisdom as to how he views training as a team. His teammates are his family.

[@joecondron2131]

His marathon pace was 4.38 per mile, works out approx just under 14 mins for a 5k. Incredible statistic. Imagine doing a 5k under 14 mins, well he kept that pace for 2hrs in Berlin....

[@nextlevelnick9339]

Joe Condron it said he ran 12:46 5k at 19yrs old... 😳 This guy has really inspired me

[@simonloo1588]

He is the king. My hero in marathon. No one come even close

[@alexandreluizalves]

What a man! A trully God blessed man.

[@joshr.5199]

Can you rate the great Wilson Kipsang please?

[@dandresaldi]

Its crazy when someone's "easy pace" is 4min per km, that's my 5k pb and I was almost throwing in the end.

[@josephkennedy1954]

Andrés Álvarez his easy pace is 3 minutes per K and goes under that for a marathon

[@dandresaldi]

@@josephkennedy1954 he runs 2min 50sec kms, 3min/km is definitely not his easy pace, also in this video it says his easy pace is 4min/km

[@religionofpeace1304]

That’s not just his easy pace. It’s his recovery pace. 4:30 is like strolling for this guy

[@floyd7835]

The legend of Eliud Kipchoge will live forever...

[@mackoko9054]

If all Kenyans could be this simple,honest and discipline , no country in the world will be above us in sports....

[@dkoss2282]

A great video, a great man, Eliud

Hi was born to run and naturally gifted with a special body to do that, he trains ok, but he has that "something" that not every runner has even if you train right.

[@arpitpanditg1796]

Sir, kipchoge is god of running 🙏❤️🙏

[@cactusgirl4888]

He broke the 1:59. NO HUMAN IS LIMITED.. YESSSSS

[@imzafarazim]

Keep it up dude it's really Satisfying analysis 👍

[@TotalRunningProductions]

zafar azim Thanks a lot! Love making these videos.

[@happyagarwal9506]

He won laureus award,our sir Sachin Tendulkar🇮🇳 also won laureus award 2 days ago

[@Denton116]

Amazing quality video! Well done.

[@air03031989]

His legacy is so great..

[@LWRC]

There are certainly many elements which have to come together for him to achieve what he has done so far. The training elevation, daily routine, mental toughness, certainly biological capacity and dedication. For the average recreational runner, it is obvious how insanely fast and hard his marathon pace is for that distance when most can't even achieve that speed only for 1 mile!

[@gandalf2542]

He deserves everything win he's got

[@hfredydl]

Respect!! These type of men should be in charge of governments, not lazy corrupt politicians

[@uttamhalder1819]

Run Sita chai bhar kar

[@barbaralachance5836]

You should have a look at rising ultramarathon star Gerda Steyn. She started running only a few years ago and doing amazing.

[@dobermansnp]

What an amazing video!! Thx for share!!!

[@umairhussain1508]

love to his simplicity

[@koechify]

A legend

[@Shiyam_1392]

awesome... just do it... all the best kipchogo... Thanks team TRP...

[@SilverMustang920]

A LEGEND!

[@MoTime]

very educational and inspiring video!! thanks for sharing..you should do one for Mo Farah!!

[@MoTime]

never mind, looks like you already did one. lol...MO FARAH | THE MARATHON | HOW FAST CAN HE RUN?

[@komateamphawan9497]

Thanks for your video :)

[@brahmasmind]

You are the man... Congrats

[@conrad9698]

Awesome Video. Thanks for providing such great content!

[@dr.m.shafi18]

proud to be a kenyan ...

[@jwahlang4843]

I like Eliud Kipchoge👍👍👍, i love runner.

[@jagz1256]

Simple life ..simple mind..frugal life...inspiring

[@rodjames5771]

Fantastic video - thank you for putting this together. Absolutely fascinating man! we could learn so much from his humble lifestyle. i read in a few places that he only eats One meal a day? is that the case? would love to know. thank you

[@geoffreymwangi6627]

My beloved Country Kenya.

[@pieterclaus3598]

Do Steve Cram please!