I CHANGED MY RUNNING PHILOSOPHY THIS YEAR AND IT FEELS AMAZING!

[@bcockton]

Great video Chris. After my last marathon last year in October (3:31); had a long think of what I wanted this coming year. More time in the gym, running 4 days a week. Not sure if I’ll do another marathon any time soon. A few half’s and maybe a few 10’s. Just gonna focus on being healthy and long term running. Turning 56 this year, body doesn’t quite bounce back as fast as it did before.

[@SharaRuns]

You've done so much for so many. Being selfish to reach your own goals is probably long overdue. Go smash it 👊🏻

[@FordyRuns]

Bless you thank you

[@markhill8590]

All the best Chris.....after being injured for 10 months and getting back into running again i can totally agree with everything you've said, one big thing for me is to stop thinking what others think. Wish you a good and joyful 2025

[@FordyRuns]

You too mate good luck

[@suranperera4620]

All the best Chris, looking forward to following along the race builds! Wishing you some great PBs hoping some for some myself!

[@alfdickinson1971]

Yes Fordy gone GOGGINS mode-Love it!

[@FordyRuns]

You know it … I know it … they know it

[@julianlambert8990]

Good luck, Chris. Good to see you looking forward, and i think you are going to crush your goals 💪💪

[@FordyRuns]

Thank you

[@ianpshuffles]

Having had a similar mindset over the past few years, particularly last year, and not achieving my set goals, I’ve fallen into a low motivation wilderness since. I’d love to know how to get the dedication back, but fingers crossed it works out for you in 2025 🤞🏻

[@bcockton]

Your desire will return. One big change I did this year was to drop Strava and make my Garmin private. It feels great to just run for me with no one commenting on the run. Every run I do now is fun (long run, speed work, etc). You can always go back to it if you want.

[@Stevenc1984]

Excited to see your incoming progress! 👏🏻🏃🏻‍♂️🚀

[@FordyRuns]

Thank you brother

[@karlbratby4349]

My philosophy has changed… now I have reached very soon to be 54I have stopped chasing PB’s and realise speed sessions need to become less intense, priority is to keep running not to reach goals that my body says are unachievable. Run smarter to stay sharper 🎉

[@FordyRuns]

Enjoy it mate

[@michaelhilsdon4490]

Not sure if you have all your races in the calendar yet but I did Hastings Half in March last year and it was a game changer for Manchester just a month later. The first half is basically all up but the benefit and confidence it gave me going into Manchester was something else! Highly recommend 👌 Good luck Fordy you will smash it! #catfordfordy 😊

[@davidssperlins]

All the best to you Fordy! Running Chicago marathon as well this year, hopefully under 3:10. Current PB 3:15:02

[@FordyRuns]

Come to our sunrise run on Friday

[@davidssperlins]

@@FordyRuns looking forward! Hopefully wife won’t have other plans 😂

[@davidhayward1261]

Great work Fordy. 👍🏃🏻‍♂️

[@FordyRuns]

Thank you

[@PabloPerez-nd7se]

Good luck brother. Smash it.

[@FordyRuns]

Thank you

[@TomCantu-q2x]

I’m rooting for you Fordy. It seems to me that filming during a race could potentially be a distraction from reaching your goals. I for one would give up seeing you run during the race if it helps you focus. Show me your kit before you start then talk to us after you finish. I want all the best for you.

[@philipppuchner1115]

Maybe aks Mrs Ford to film a bit from the side for some footage :)

[@FordyRuns]

Thanks very much I appreciate the input! I’m hoping some of the boys will film for me this year let’s see

[@MrJesseeckerlin]

Those boats along the canal with rooftop gardens are so rad. What's the story behind them?

[@FordyRuns]

People live in them

[@Manuel_1625]

¡¡¡¡Let´s gooo to the finish lineeee!!!!. Like to Fordy. A nice weekend for everyone.

[@FordyRuns]

thank you

[@Ruffnreddyrunner]

strength gym sessions are a key part of progress imo, and being self indulged is also a good take out distractions are beneficial to progress too imo

[@FordyRuns]

Gym gym gym

[@Stashawk]

I like the new plan. I'm in. Who makes those pink gloves? I need a pair!

[@FordyRuns]

I think ronhill

[@garystephenson7142]

Like the focus. Only way to go to reach that goal.

[@FordyRuns]

Thank you

[@gregjohnson5791]

Nice, like this one…you’ll smash it! Although bit harsh on yourself to say you weren’t dedicated before.

[@FordyRuns]

thank you brother

[@matthewcarpenter8507]

Awesome great stuff

[@FordyRuns]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@DanWalls-i2k]

You’ll smash it !! See you in Chicago !! Can I hit you up to be coached by you? I have similar goals for the same race.

[@FordyRuns]

please email [e-mail]

[@Ginguredrunner]

I'd like to know why you have no snow!! It's just not fair 🇨🇦🥶

[@FordyRuns]

Wait a week

[@hazimmohamad6683]

see you in Chicago!

[@FordyRuns]

Let’s go

[@chaz4510]

Interesting. I’ve always wanted running to be social but I’ve never had someone who had the same speed / training goals as be. So I’m always antisocial for the sake of getting the sessions I need to get done done.

[@chirnys]

First 😁

[@FordyRuns]

Good skills

[@masheeniblick]

Great to hear this. I think Fordy has huge athletic potential. This focus will help unleash that 💪🏻

[@FordyRuns]

thanks alot

[@juanseaforth5111]

I believe you have to be focus and selfish in order to achieve your goals. Good luck in Chicago. I see a 3:30 or better in your near future. Go get them 👊🏾

[@FordyRuns]

Tks

[@chaz4510]

Interesting. I’ve always wanted running to be social but I’ve never had someone who had the same speed / training goals as be. So I’m always antisocial for the sake of getting the sessions I need to get done done.

[@FordyRuns]

thats the beauty of FORDY RUNS and the community