Training For My First Marathon At 40 | My Longest Run EVER!

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  • @MyFatAdaptedLife
    @MyFatAdaptedLife Год назад +289

    In 2013, I started training for my first marathon at age 51, as a beginning runner. Ten years later, I've run 22 marathons including five Boston Marathons, and three ultras. If I can do it then anyone can because I was not a runner. Go Andy.

    • @Snubbur
      @Snubbur Год назад +16

      That's so amazing! Such stories are so inspiring for someone just taking up running at 40+ 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

    • @MyFatAdaptedLife
      @MyFatAdaptedLife Год назад +11

      @@Snubbur Thank you. Along the way, I lost 85 lbs (39 kilos).

    • @runningchannel
      @runningchannel  Год назад +7

      Amazing!! 🎉🎉🎉

    • @MyFatAdaptedLife
      @MyFatAdaptedLife Год назад +2

      @@runningchannel Cheers :-)

    • @rosamaryp
      @rosamaryp Год назад +9

      I love this!!! Very encouraging! I started running at 41. I’ve done a couple half marathons and moving up to a marathon next year. Age is but a number right?! I love that running is for anyone.

  • @mennodolstra4152
    @mennodolstra4152 Год назад +18

    My last long run before the actual marathon felt so much harder than the actual marathon. Crowds, fellow runners + taper are an incredible drug. You are going to do great in Valencia Andy!

  • @daleykun
    @daleykun Год назад +28

    It’s really comforting I imagine for a lot of beginner or intermediate runners (speaking from experience) pushing themselves out of their comfort zone to see that even elite level runners like Andy still feel the same nerves and trepidation - thank you for your honesty in all this Andy

  • @damienphoenix1843
    @damienphoenix1843 Год назад +16

    I'm 37, and I'll be 38 next year when I do my first marathon. I got about 6 months before the marathon. I'm going to try to do 4:20 for my time. Great job, Andy! I'm proud of you 👏🏽

  • @FinnOliver-Vickery
    @FinnOliver-Vickery Год назад +20

    My prediction for Andy's marathon is 2:49:25. You've got this Andy, great effort! :)

  • @MrGlenalexander
    @MrGlenalexander Год назад +8

    Hard to relate to your pace, but I can certainly relate to the distraction that is the maths! Inspiration for training and goal setting. Great result in Valencia mate, well done.

    • @acasualviewer5861
      @acasualviewer5861 11 месяцев назад +1

      his slow pace is faster than my fast pace

  • @Panos_79
    @Panos_79 Год назад +18

    I run my first marathon this spring at age 44 and I feel your pain, I still remember those long runs. The only thing I can tell you is that, when you run those chunks at marathon pace you will doubt yourself if you can keep this pace up for the whole race.
    And the answer is absolutely yes, after the taper and with the excitement of the race itself, you will do it, and it will feel amazing, you won't believe how good you'll feel.
    Best of luck Andy, you've put in the work, now go there, enjoy the race and get your result. I think a 2:51:25 time is about right for your first one.

  • @TheGOAT-ey7tm
    @TheGOAT-ey7tm Год назад +1

    Andy Valencia finish time 03:00.46. Good luck

  • @geofftoscano6804
    @geofftoscano6804 Год назад +11

    This is inspiring. It’s tempting to think that because Andy was a truly world class runner that this should be easy for him, but it’s clear that he’s way outside his comfort zone, so full credit. I reckon Andy will do his best to get inside 3 hours at Valencia so I predict 2.58.50!

  • @TheBishbash82
    @TheBishbash82 Год назад +1

    I’m 42 and I only start running in January and now I’m about to start training for my first marathon in April, all thanks to the running channel community and your inspirational video. Well done Andy

  • @mikew6840
    @mikew6840 Год назад +10

    I’m 60 and getting back into marathons after heart surgery. I have loved watching your journey, Andy - and will hopefully get another one done next year after a long break!

    • @blakeandpeytonandblaze2692
      @blakeandpeytonandblaze2692 Год назад +1

      Wishing you the best of luck! (from a fellow runner with heart “issues”).

    • @STURDYvids
      @STURDYvids 8 месяцев назад +1

      I had open heart surgery at 19 years - now 28 and training for my first ultra! We can do it!

  • @clivewitcomb2839
    @clivewitcomb2839 Год назад

    2:56:05, but faster if you end up using the ambulance!
    Good luck, Andy - I think that we're all impressed by your bravery in taking this on so publicly. X

  • @angelaawald8129
    @angelaawald8129 Год назад +6

    Congrats on making training happen! 🎉 I have 7 kids so I know how hard it is to balance training-work-family. You’re smashing it! 🎉

  • @adamrochester896
    @adamrochester896 Год назад

    Very relatable about the worries of distance, niggles, the fuelling and the general unknowns. Race day is all in the head, but all the best on what will be an epic day.
    My simple advice:
    1. Make sure you give yourself enough time for a decent poo on race morning. Over the years I’ve moved my larger carb heavy meal to lunchtime pre-race day to give body more time to digest and egest in the morning!
    2. Hydration - lesson learnt in this run
    3. Do NOT go off too fast. Watches can be really helpful here as they objectively pin you to your pace. Others will fly off, let them go.
    4. Race day is all in your head. Chunk it, use mantras, keep certain things up your sleeve for when you need them. You will need them, so save them til the time comes when it’s the boost you need.
    5. Enjoy it, take in the weather, the sky, everyone cheering for you. Pain = struggle x resistance (plagiarising someone here, don’t know who!) so reduce your own struggle by celebrating the little wins and that will reduce the pain
    6. Stay in the rep your in. Focus on that km/chunking session, tick it off, then move to the next one.
    7. Celebrate what you have done. It is a huge achievement, doing the training and getting to the start line and doing the thing. It’s not a small feat, so enjoy it!
    I predict it’s a 2:53:35. All the best.

  • @thehighwires9851
    @thehighwires9851 Год назад +25

    It seems crazy to me that you have the same nervousness as a beginner marathon runner... Looks like you are smashing the training though Andy! Can't wait for the celebration video for your celebration run!

    • @adamjohnson5285
      @adamjohnson5285 Год назад +6

      Well, technically he is a beginner marathon runner :P He's just not a beginner runner.

  • @sonny755
    @sonny755 Год назад

    Training for my half marathon in May 2024. Going for a sub 1:30 half! Good luck Andy! You're gonna crush it!

  • @geneh13
    @geneh13 Год назад +4

    Training for my first marathon at 54 so I understand being anxious. Trust in the training. You've got this! My prediction for Valencia is 2:46:15.

  • @drmatt1984
    @drmatt1984 2 месяца назад

    I'm so proud of you Andy! I've just hit 40 and you've inspired me to train for my first age grade marathon 😊

  • @cris25k
    @cris25k Год назад +7

    Its great to see the honesty around your training, really enjoyed the journey and good luck for Valencia you will smash it

  • @maddisonpoletski
    @maddisonpoletski Год назад +1

    Good luck Andy!
    You are getting me so excited to start my own marathon training in January!
    I think your finish time will be 2:49:58.

  • @jordand.7798
    @jordand.7798 Год назад +5

    Way to go! I'm sticking with 5k maybe 10k races for now, but I totally want to try a marathon one day, maybe when our kid gives us more time by being in school!
    Oh and I think it'd be awesome for your first marathon to be around 2:58, good luck!

  • @TheAxxxJ
    @TheAxxxJ Год назад

    2:59.23 just pip the 3 hour mark. So inspiring to see, well done.

  • @hannahmears-young8424
    @hannahmears-young8424 Год назад +4

    Go Andy Go! Reckon that you'll go 2:54:31 - sending all of the positive vibes your way!

  • @JeffPedersen-p1t
    @JeffPedersen-p1t Год назад

    Andy,
    You are going to complete that Valencia marathon!
    You are going to run the whole distance!
    You are ready!
    You are inspired and inspiring others!
    Go for it! Enjoy it! Love it!
    You are going to be so high when you complete it - it will be all worthwhile!
    My quick story - 58 years old - not a runners body - short legs and wide bodied guy. Currently 3 months into a Run to 10K program. I used to run all the time but just now getting back into it but slowly so as not to injure myself. Listening to my body, taking an extra day off when I need it. Warming up and cooling down properly. Loving it too - cannot wait to break that 10K barrier the used to be so easy when I was young. Patience and perseverance!
    Cannot wait to hear about your experience! Go get ‘em!!

  • @killerqueen9298
    @killerqueen9298 Год назад +3

    Fab report, Andy. I am really proud of your persistence and determination. As I lie here in my hospital bed recovering from my third arthroscopic operation in 17 years, you are an inspiration to me. You will smash your first marathon. Keep going, keep running and most importantly ,keep breathing ❤🎉

  • @bostongeek
    @bostongeek Год назад +1

    Love the honesty shown during this process.

  • @SherryOram72
    @SherryOram72 Год назад +12

    I’m 51 and I just started training for my first marathon. I can’t even believe I’m doing this. It’s because of people like you that motivate us with pure and honest content. Bravo. I wish you all the best in your upcoming marathon!! My prediction is 2:39:00 🤗🇨🇦

    • @Jimdaewong16
      @Jimdaewong16 Год назад +1

      I'm 51 also Sherry and completed my first marathon late last year. Good luck

  • @maialengonzalez8326
    @maialengonzalez8326 Год назад

    Comme on Andy, you've got this!! 🤞🍀💪💪💪

  • @williamhorn30
    @williamhorn30 Год назад +3

    Wanting to train for my first Marathon, after a few halves it feels like time to graduate, but its a massive mental and physical jump/ challenge! The podcast and this channel give me so much motivation to go out and do it! Think you’ll smash a 2:59:59

  • @pcox13
    @pcox13 Год назад

    My prediction for Andy!s marathon is 3:03:03. Good luck, you’ve got this!!!

  • @mikeheath2050
    @mikeheath2050 Год назад

    Good luck Andy, the time is here! You’re totally ready for sure.

  • @timlicence94
    @timlicence94 Год назад

    You've got this Andy! best of luck for Sunday. Such a good, honest account of the thoughts that creep in on a long run, even for an elite. I have my first Half Marathon in January, at 51 years of age, and constantly worry about my knees and other small aches and pains in the build up. Go for it, the TRC community will be cheering you on! you'll get 2:50:30 I reckon.

  • @MarssraM
    @MarssraM Год назад

    I'm also training for my first Marathon, at age 55, next year 14 april at Rotterdam. Amazing that's possible, since I discovered MAF training. Before that I did only 5 to 8k runs in the forest, once, sometimes twice a week, with way too high of a heart rate... For almost 40 years, so it still counts...
    I'm sure you got this, being able to run this biggest run of your training block. I predict your time will be 2:49.30. Good luck and much fun in Valencia! 👣👌🏽💥

  • @andrewhigh41
    @andrewhigh41 Год назад

    I'm going with 2:37:48 for Andy's marathon, good luck in Valencia, you've got this!

  • @liamberry20
    @liamberry20 Год назад +1

    Top work Andy, really incredible to see the journey and progression. You have absolutely got this and everyone is behind you. A marathon is an awesome experience I hope you get to enjoy it
    Finish time 2:54:34 come on Andy.

  • @philipwainman923
    @philipwainman923 Год назад

    2:47:11 for prediction 🎉 your going to smash it Andy 💪🏃‍♂️

  • @thekindist
    @thekindist Год назад

    running my first marathon at 49 in Barcelona in March 2024 - I'm loving the learning process of finding out the science behind running to a specific distance and the benefits of proper strength and conditioning. Good luck for your marathon.

  • @safacanalp2812
    @safacanalp2812 Год назад

    Well done, Andy. My prediction for your finish time in Valencia is 02:52:30. Looking forward to it with much inspiration. Good luck!

  • @AYearWithoutInternet
    @AYearWithoutInternet Год назад

    Your marathon prediction in another video was 2:49:43 so I'll say 2:45. Good luck!! Looking forward to hearing more about your experience as it approaches. Hoping to do my first next year 🤞

  • @D4N40
    @D4N40 Год назад

    Great effort Andy. My prediction is 2:50:30 - Enjoy Valencia, it has some amazing street art!

  • @RyanWilliams-lh7pr
    @RyanWilliams-lh7pr Год назад

    Well done Andy, you’ve got this in the bag - I predict 2:48:30. My friend and I will keep a look out for you tomorrow, we’re in the orange pen attempting sub 3hrs. Good luck!

  • @robjcurran
    @robjcurran Год назад

    Good luck Andy, can’t wait for the debrief!!!

  • @cuddles1140
    @cuddles1140 Год назад

    Good luck Andy! I'm watching. Hope to see some footage of you.

  • @TrailsAndAles
    @TrailsAndAles Год назад

    All the best for Sunday Andy!!!

  • @RobertIanTaylor
    @RobertIanTaylor Год назад +1

    Another great video. I’m registered for my third MK Marathon in May 24 and hoping to finally break 4 hours.
    I think Andy will run around 02:48:00. 👍🏻

  • @stephenwade3367
    @stephenwade3367 Год назад

    It's good to see the comments of older runners, im trying to push for a longer run after a few years injured. Half marathon is the current goal. Andy you are inspiring. I'm predicting a 2:51:10 definitely going to smash it!

  • @stephanieguy-dk5yr
    @stephanieguy-dk5yr Год назад +1

    I’m doing my first marathon in April. Going to rewatch this series then. Well done Andy! 2:50:11 🥳

  • @teddymckinney4425
    @teddymckinney4425 Год назад

    2:49 finish time in Valencia! You got this Andy!!!

  • @MikeJohnsonPhotography
    @MikeJohnsonPhotography Год назад

    Great job Andy you are an inspiration to us all.

  • @titosunshine2784
    @titosunshine2784 Год назад

    Good luck Andy, I can see you clocking a 2:55. You’ve got this no problem!

  • @liammurphy3266
    @liammurphy3266 Год назад

    I do love an honest training review. My prediction for the marathon: 2:48:51

  • @aaronyi4384
    @aaronyi4384 Год назад

    Great job Andy! I’m wishing you all the best on race day! 😊

  • @jacintayelverton5766
    @jacintayelverton5766 Год назад

    Congratulations on banking your long run! Miles in the legs now. Best of luck to you for race day💪💪💪😊

  • @stefanledin2342
    @stefanledin2342 Год назад

    Great effort, Andy. You’ve got this. You’ll be carried along by your fellow runners and the spectators on race day. Have a good ‘un!

  • @BeckyPidz
    @BeckyPidz Год назад

    Watching these training videos makes me so proud Andy, I feel like we’re all friends! You’ve smashed this training programme, go well, I can feel a 2:48:31 incoming 🤞🏼

  • @cezzakiely91
    @cezzakiely91 Год назад

    You’ve got this Andy!! All the best in Valencia it’s just a 26.2 mile victory lap after all your solid training.
    I’m predicting 2:55 👍🏼

  • @jaydesimone4297
    @jaydesimone4297 Год назад

    You crushed it, Andy! Nice job in the race today!

  • @MrJesseeckerlin
    @MrJesseeckerlin Год назад

    2:48:52 ;) Salt tablets and hydration can help with avoiding cramping and hitting the wall!

  • @RichardBaak
    @RichardBaak Год назад

    I am training for my first marathon - London Marathon next year. I have loved watching your journey Andy and I know you will smash it.

  • @patrickcosgrove5256
    @patrickcosgrove5256 2 месяца назад

    Yes!! I love the Runna app! Use it every time I want to set a new goal!

  • @nunja924
    @nunja924 Год назад

    Finish time: 02:55:42 You got this mate!

  • @TonyFarrall
    @TonyFarrall Год назад

    Andy, we are all cheering you on. Super proud of your achievements, best of luck with Valencia this weekend. I'm thinking you'll get 2:53 something. I've loved watching your training and discussions about family, work and life/running balance as I have the same trouble!
    I have just starting training for April's Manchester marathon, it's my first one. I've never run more than 22km so I too feel that my biggest hurdle will be questioning whether or not I can run that far, the doubt you talked about.

  • @JamesMartin-gl8gg
    @JamesMartin-gl8gg Год назад

    You totally got this, Andy. we have total faith in you.

  • @valouchoo7815
    @valouchoo7815 Год назад +1

    I can definitely see a sub 3 for you Andy I would say 2:52:17. You got this and enjoy the race 🎉

  • @JoannaNoelle-se3sq
    @JoannaNoelle-se3sq Год назад

    Andy, you are feeling awful now but it’s taper timeee - you will feel fresh at the start line and also the atmosphere is going to be crazy. You will have flashbacks to your track competition days. I can’t wait for the race video and will be tracking you and a couple of friends on the race day. I think you are gonna end up having one of the best running days of your life 🥳 have fun!

  • @cheebryan
    @cheebryan Год назад

    started off late, but better now than never. Your videos always motivates me to get out there to finish off my milage !

  • @JayneFinch-o8e
    @JayneFinch-o8e Год назад +1

    Brilliant video as always Andy. Thank you for your honesty and for sharing your pain and uncertainties. So human and so relatable. I've only been running for around 10 yrs and am just about to start marathon training for my 4th London marathon at 65 yrs of age. I never believe I will be able to do it and the training hurts and never gets any easier. But you put all the hard work in now so the race itself will go like a dream. You'll love it! Good luck

  • @Tom_Plumb_PHS
    @Tom_Plumb_PHS Год назад

    Well done Andy i did my first marathon this year too at similar age to you. Mine was a trail one with 750m elevation in 5 hours. You'll smash it in 2:59:58 💪😉 good luck!

  • @chriswhittington6445
    @chriswhittington6445 Год назад

    Great running Andy! Good luck for Sunday - you’ll love it! My guess… 2:57:42. Don’t go out too fast!

  • @shesagift1
    @shesagift1 Год назад

    It’s been so fun watching you train to tackle this new big thing, Andy! Enjoy Valencia!
    Predicting 2:52:48!

  • @PaulStirk
    @PaulStirk Год назад

    You've got this. It's hard work doing the training but it pays off on race day.

  • @annieyeung3833
    @annieyeung3833 Год назад

    Great work Andy! You’ve got this.
    I ran my first (benchmark😅) marathon in 2023 the performance was not what I had hoped and I’m looking forward to smashing it in 2024.

  • @winklertribe5268
    @winklertribe5268 Год назад

    Way to dig deep-Great job Andy!!! You are ready for your marathon for sure!

  • @SimonRunsWild
    @SimonRunsWild Год назад

    Thank you to everyone at the Running Channel for being my invisible running partner whilst training for my first marathon at London next year. You guys have constantly kept me on the straight and narrow during training, and your podcast, videos and website have been a constant source of encouragement and motivation. Top work!!

  • @shanereeves4349
    @shanereeves4349 Год назад

    I reckon a 2:48:53 for Valencia , the fact you're doing ~4:00 pace at 30km in is inspiring. Thanks for all the content, I've become an addict, and as I've got my first ever marathon coming up there are heaps of gems in all your shared journeys for me 😄

  • @mariefichot8368
    @mariefichot8368 Год назад

    I’ve started running a year ago and health wise it changed everything and turned my life upside down. 🏃🏽‍♀️I’ll be running the Paris half marathon in March, sub 2 hours would be fantastic. Good luck Andy! 🎉

  • @sharkster85
    @sharkster85 Год назад +1

    Did my first ever half marathon today and your story is so relatable and inspiring. Great work!

    • @KennetDanielsen
      @KennetDanielsen 11 месяцев назад

      Congrats. The first one is so special.

  • @kahooyama4355
    @kahooyama4355 Год назад

    I'm currently training for my first marathon in April 2024. I've only done half marathon race in May 2023, but I'm super excited to go through the training which starts on Christmas day this year. It's exciting to see you, Andy, running your first marathon this weekend. It has been a great journey to witness your trainings for this goal. My prediction is 2:51:47! Good luck with the race, and enjoy the atmosphere! To be honest, whatever the time you hit, the most incredible thing you've just done after the finish line is that you've actually ran the longest distance of 26.2miles! Go go!!:)

  • @alistairt3640
    @alistairt3640 Год назад

    You've got this Andy. We all get the marathon demons before a race and always question if we've done enough in training. Even though you have doubts, you looked strong after 20 miles, which is good because that's when the marathon really starts. I reckon you'll finish Valencia in 2:57 and be signed up for another one before the end of the month 😁

  • @michaelashby5311
    @michaelashby5311 Год назад

    Well done Andy on your training, you will smash the marathon. Its my favourite distance, love training for them. Done 14 since I started C25K 10 years ago, aged 46. Managed to get under 4 hours in 2021.

  • @sunnybification
    @sunnybification Год назад

    incredibly honest video...representing how we all feel at the end of a 32k - not to mention filming all the way through it! Well done!

  • @hbrackley
    @hbrackley Год назад

    2:58:57 🎉 Good luck and most importantly, have fun 😊

  • @leahdickenson605
    @leahdickenson605 Год назад

    Predicting 2:54:31 for Valencia! Best of luck!

  • @edithfaubert7731
    @edithfaubert7731 Год назад

    Currently patiently waiting for January to start training for my first marathon in may, in Ottawa, Canada. I reckon Andy is going to end his marathon at 2:50! Good luck, can’t wait to see your race video!

  • @julieburton7393
    @julieburton7393 Год назад

    Loved watching this, lots of familiar landmarks from my local area! Good luck for Sunday 🍀

  • @PhilBerry83
    @PhilBerry83 Год назад

    I’m also 40 and I’ve just started training for my first marathon, this video has got me right up for it, good luck with the marathon you’ll smash it! Top video!!

  • @annacarleen1066
    @annacarleen1066 Год назад

    Good luck this weekend Andy! Rooting for you from the US!

  • @lauridsbaggesen3114
    @lauridsbaggesen3114 Год назад +1

    This series is such a great motivator for my own running journey. Training for my first half marathon after starting my running journey less than a year ago, I find it amazing to see how even the best runners such as Andy fight their way through their struggles. Really hope you have an amazing marathon Andy; and I’m sure you’ll be able to push yourself to a sub 2:50:00 finish time.

  • @spe279
    @spe279 Год назад

    I have signed up for Chester 100 miler in April. Going to be hard training in winter months. TRC vids always keep me motivated to get out and put in the miles

  • @MR2Spyderman86
    @MR2Spyderman86 Год назад

    Smashing it Andy!
    My prediction for Andy’s Valencia marathon - 2:56:40

  • @simongardner2066
    @simongardner2066 Год назад

    Great effort , so pleased I retired after Chicago (6 star) 🌟. It can be relentless but you’re in great shape . 2:48:59

  • @gingee316
    @gingee316 Год назад

    I have signed up to my first marathon after being inspired by my family! Good luck Andy for your marathon I think you’re going to finish in 2:48:34 🎉

  • @elladedegkaeva526
    @elladedegkaeva526 Год назад

    You've got this, Andy! Best of luck in Valencia!

  • @samanthayoung1646
    @samanthayoung1646 Год назад

    Good luck Andy! Predicting around 2:45!
    I’m hoping to give my first marathon a go next year so love watching all the videos for top tips!

  • @andrewhammonds4907
    @andrewhammonds4907 Год назад

    Top work Andy! Race day is next level and will take so many seconds per km off your time. Good luck, 2:53:21.

  • @DrProfX
    @DrProfX Год назад

    Go Andy!! You’ll do great in Valencia!!

  • @werty17
    @werty17 Год назад

    Loving the series. Been following on spotify. At this rate I think Andy can hit a 2:45:45 marathon time. Good luck!!!

  • @harmonydoa7808
    @harmonydoa7808 Год назад

    Good luck in your first marathon Andy. Don't be too focused on time and enjoy every km. Thanks for the video, nice to to be able to relate with your struggle in spite of your impressive speed!

  • @ashleybrehaut2425
    @ashleybrehaut2425 Год назад

    Going through a dip in motivation for running at the moment but these videos are really encouraging! I reckon Andy will run around the 2:50 mark.

  • @leannel7676
    @leannel7676 Год назад

    I’ve only started running recently and stumbled across this channel and love it. I look forward to new episodes every week, love the banter, chat and encouragement. Keep up the good work!