Please don’t apologize you have done so much for the running community keep inspiring us with your great work!!
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
We all make it awesome together!
@solveigs113
4 жыл бұрын
Agree %100
@AlwaysTrain
4 жыл бұрын
One is right don’t apologize if you didn’t do anything wrong
@chocolatechow7697
4 жыл бұрын
exactly, Juan you couldn't have said it better. keep going forward
@aaronalter6892
4 жыл бұрын
The fact that you're looking at this with such honest self reflection, rather than projecting, tells me that you'll absolutely hit that sub-3 time. Keep pounding!
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
i will keep chasing. we will get there together
@buas1397
4 жыл бұрын
Kofuzi, I and my boyfriend are your big fans from Bangkok. NO Need to feel sorry for anything. We're with you for your next challenge and we thank you so much for being our big inspiration.
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
Love it when people watch together! Thank you so much!
@RunwithBrad
4 жыл бұрын
Dude you are the reason I even applied and kept on running. I didn’t reach my goal either. I was hoping for 4:30 but I got 5:20. IT band struck me again! But I love your city, I feel like an honorary citizen now. Thanks for all you do!!
@EwenThompson
4 жыл бұрын
My tip is to work on your speed rather than strength (running hills will do enough for the latter). Get your 5k down to 18:45, 10k 38:30, half 1:25. At the moment you're running too close to your top speed during the marathon. Race more at short distances. With a 1:25 half, marathon pace will feel so much easier and you really will be cruising to the 32k point where the racing starts.
@TirnanHealy
4 жыл бұрын
Great advice, Ill follow it myself for my next attempt at the marathon. (But for now, just durability and aerobic development, training for my first 50 miler.)
@hectorcortes1980
4 жыл бұрын
🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 great advice
@inaciotrinita
4 жыл бұрын
Good tip..😉💪💪💪💪
@rogecalumpang8477
4 жыл бұрын
Chicago 2019 was my first marathon. I did 3:29:29 but felt I could have done better. Anyway, you are one of my inspiration and I love watching your videos. Thank you for what you do!
@Chrisp_E
4 жыл бұрын
Even though you may be disappointed with your results learn from the disappointment and don’t let it stop you. You did great! We all have off days exited for next time 😄#kofuzibreaking3
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
Even Kipchoge took a couple of tries for his latest goal.
@Chrisp_E
4 жыл бұрын
kofuzi exactly. Also if you come down here to Houston for the marathon you won’t have to worry about the cold we just dropped down into the high 60’s 😂
@sillyparty4903
4 жыл бұрын
@@Chrisp_E I like your hashtag #kofuzibreaking3
@Chrisp_E
4 жыл бұрын
Worakitti Lapisatepun thanks! I figured it was encouraging for future marathons
@macau.friend
4 жыл бұрын
Dear Ko 夫子,no need to feel bad nor apologize. 你绝对对得起自己。And you will always have our support. At a more personal level, I also want to thank you for representing us Asian Americans in the running community. You are a truly great inspiration.
@Abes523
4 жыл бұрын
No apology necessary. I love this channel and appreciate your dedication to this and the sport.
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
thank you for watching!
@jeremytrueblood923
4 жыл бұрын
Kofuzi: You are a true inspiration. More so than a certain Kipchoge. Yes, he broke 2 hours, but that's a barrier no one else here will come close to or even begin to imagine. You are the one that inspires all of us here. Watching you strive to break 3 is much more relatable to those of us striving to break 3 or 4 or 5! Watching Kipchoge is entertaining but it doesn't drive me. Watching you, however, had made me realize maybe I can run 3:30 later this year. Keep running, keep working you'll break 3! And we'll all be right here supporting you.
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
We can accomplish our goals!
@davidtlam
4 жыл бұрын
Keep showing up, bro! I followed a similar trajectory when I decided I was going to go for sub-3 last year. I started with a PB of 3:15, which I ran on a hilly San Francisco course. Then, I went for it at 2018 CIM but crash-and-burned there running a 3:19. Six weeks ago, I ran another marathon but due to life/work stressors leading up and not having my planned fuel for the race, I fell short again running a 3:05. At Chicago on Sunday, I was able to secure the sub-3, running a 2:58. The past is a memory...just keep moving the needle little by little by doing the right things consistently. Stay hard!
@ishowyouapple
4 жыл бұрын
Hey man, congratulations on sub 3.
@indyrunnerii
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for your videos and work. I find them very inspiring as mentioned by several viewers. I am a 72 year old runner, and have run 25 marathons, and six Bostons, and I want to assure you, you had a great day Sunday and you did just fine. Every run, every marathon is not a PR! Bill Rogers once said, " A Marathon is Very Humbling"...and that it is. I know the marathons where I finished at goal pace how satisfying that was. And yes those long days when things don't go so well, are REALLY long. So a 3:15 is still quite good and I know you will learn from this and will attain the 2:59:59 goal! My advice for now, is to relax a little, take a little more time to enjoy life and the family and give your mind and body a chance to recover. Then after some well deserved rest, start thinking about what is next. But for now, congratulations on a really great effort, and remember when you get my age, where PR's, Boston Qualifiers and marathons are out of reach, learn to enjoy the moment and be grateful for the accomplishments you have experienced. You are a very very good marathoner!
@arturokst
4 жыл бұрын
KENT comment contains a lot of knowledge and wisdom from a very experience runner...I can see it, I agree with with KENT is time to enjoy family, life and time for recovery....👍👏👏👏
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
thanks so much, Kent. it really was a beautiful day and a beautiful race. thanks for again helping me with perspective and mindset.
@footeeboon4022
4 жыл бұрын
Well said 👍
@davehouston2
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your honesty. It was a little gut wrenching to watch and hear this. You’ve inspired me no matter what the outcome was.
@robdevine4361
4 жыл бұрын
It’s about the journey not the outcome. If the outcome was guaranteed we would probably lose interest. You did the work, picked a bold goal and fought to the end. You didn’t hit the time you wanted but still got a PR. Awesome effort!
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
that's a great way to look at it. i like that.
@tomh5552
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for sharing. As someone the same age and have been showing very similar progression to you, Ive found these videos to be very inspiring. It takes a lot of guts to publicly share your journey.
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
i have nothing if not transparency
@eriktred
4 жыл бұрын
Most people don't finish a single marathon in their life. Keep perspective. I really admire your analytical perspective on improving your peak performance. This is what draws me to running. All your running videos inspire me to continue running.
@susigmp
4 жыл бұрын
Hello from Arizona. Chicago 2019 was my first full marathon ever, it landed on my birthday and I work for B of A, I figured it was meant to be 🤗. I trained for it in the AZ summer and flew out to Chicago- my mantra was "Train Hot and Run Cool". What I want to say is please do not apologize. Your channel inspired me daily to keep pushing even on days I didn't want to run. I am nowhere near your level but I will continue to build speed and endurance just like you are. Even your recap is positive! You are such an inspiration to all of us runners and I am cheering for you to reach your goal all the way from AZ. I have no social media and have never commented on youtube before but I couldn't resist. Running is a blessing in many forms to many people. Thank you for inspiring your fellow runners! Keep kicking asphalt!
@daynightrunner
4 жыл бұрын
You are not trying to hide behind any excuses, you show up and give a very important analysis of what may improve all of us. The way I see it, you should be proud of yourself.
@joshmodlin1901
4 жыл бұрын
Tough race and a strong performance. I appreciate your self analysis, and I'm definitely looking forward to your sub 3 hour marathon video that you will undoubtedly post soon.
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
it's gonna feel good. real good.
@kcbnccarter1
4 жыл бұрын
Dude, one of the reasons people like you is because you're real. We are you, you are us. We've been in your shoes and know what it's like to miss that hard-fought goal. It's tough, but through adversity we grow. You learn a few things along the way and become better than before. Isn't that a beautiful thing? I think so. Can't wait to see where you and the rest of us go next. Whatever you do, just keep going. Luv ya man!
@timtrenholm3698
4 жыл бұрын
My 1st marathon is in 5days, and I've been on a similar target (4hrs instead of 3hrs). Watching your story over the summer has given me the insight and drive (I train solo) to make my goal a real possibility. But also be willing to accept the result if I miss my goal. Thank you for keeping the experience "real".
@JavierISampedroTNF
4 жыл бұрын
Good luck on your run. Hope you feel relaxed on race day and try to enjoy the process. I did beat my under 4hrs in my first and only so far marathon back in 2016, it was not easy with a bit of suffering but worth to reach the finish line with a smile.
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
good luck this weekend! let me know how it goes!
@ishowyouapple
4 жыл бұрын
Good luck buddy
@timtrenholm3698
4 жыл бұрын
@@kofuzi 4:06:29. Course was much more difficult than I expected, and once I realized my 4hr target was blown, I stopped to help carry someone up the last hill. Think I'm done with marathons for a few years. Going to focus on the Half Marathon, my IT bands love that distance. ;)
@naderbasketball
4 жыл бұрын
You are a true inspiration and shouldn't apologize for anything. You certainly haven't let me down and I'm super proud of you. I just started running in August 2018 from zero. I ran the BMO Vancouver marathon in May 2019 and ran a 4:17. I'm running the NYC Marathon on November 3 and my goal is to break 4 hours. Your honesty about your experience is an inspiration that I will use to try to get me there.
@mejulesyap
4 жыл бұрын
GO KOFUZI 2020! We’ll still be behind you! ✊🏼
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
thanks Jules!
@guysmith9353
4 жыл бұрын
Kofuzi, you are a beast! You didn't quit, and you finished the race! Many would have given up under those circumstances. Bravo to you!
@bartosh8938
4 жыл бұрын
I watched all commercials today to support :) Cheers!
@traumaRN45
4 жыл бұрын
Also before you feel bad remember what you did accomplish!!! 4099 out of 45,786 Overall, 751/4110 top 1000 in your age group. That is a solid showing. It always what you do next that matters anyway! That's what truly inspires!
@arinmccarthy5525
4 жыл бұрын
Also on Houston. I live there and it’s awesome weather - super flat too. There is a marathon in The Woodlands down here that is awesome as well. Early March for that one.
@AlooGobi123
4 жыл бұрын
Kofuzi, you absolutely did not let anyone down. Your attitude in this video demonstrates incredible resilience and will inspire others who havent got the result they want yet! 👊🏽
@rikhartman7476
4 жыл бұрын
Love your honest words! You can be proud of everything you’ve done. It makes you stronger (and a great person 😉). I’m sure you will get your sub 3 sooner rather than later. Keep up the good work 👍
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
i proud of the day. it wasn't perfect. but that doesn't mean it wasn't good.
@davidatchison6408
4 жыл бұрын
Most of us agree that you didn't disappoint at all. Just finishing a Marathon is a great accomplishment and hey, you did a PB at Chicago! It took me 12 attempts to break the 3 hour mark. Experienced many situations similar to yours with the most memorable being the time when my hamstrings cramped up 50 feet from the finish line and I hit the ground. I hobbled across the finish line in 3 hours and 1 second. Like you said; "keep going" and never give up. You will do it! I enjoy watching your journey and learning from you even after 41 years of running. Here's to a great running future. Best of luck!
@campbe00
4 жыл бұрын
Incredible person. Inspiring channel. Keep rocking my friend!
@Thebombingofdresden1
4 жыл бұрын
I’ve been watching your videos for about 18 months now and I love how honest you’ve always been. I know you’re disappointed in your result but you’ve come so far and have learned so much. I was supposed to run Chicago but after running my first Marathon in June limped away with ITBand Syndrome and wasn’t able to make the trip. I had a lot of those same feelings about what I need to change to get stronger and be a healthier runner. Watching your videos helped me to visualize your city, being there, running there and fulfilling a dream. Thank you for that. We really are all in this together!!!
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
I hope we can meet up when you run it next year?
@Thebombingofdresden1
4 жыл бұрын
That would be great. Thanks 🙏
@topcow23
4 жыл бұрын
Keep your head up, we're all extremely proud of you, and you're a great inspiration for me personally. I too is a family man with small kids just like you. You inspired me to get out and run more. No doubt u gonna hit your 3hr goal soon.
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
We can do it!
@topcow23
4 жыл бұрын
@@kofuzi 100%
@josea.naranjo7332
4 жыл бұрын
As anyone that runs knows, the marathon is a humbling experience. You gave it your all, and you crossed the line. You challenged yourself and learned from it. The results are what they are, you may not have achieved your goal, but that's ok. I am sure there will be a next time. I hear the sadness in your voice of not reaching your goal. DO NOT apologize, you run for you, as I run for myself. You are an inspiration to many, keep on doing what you are doing and good things will continue to happen.
@TheAnikdam
4 жыл бұрын
Love it! You didn't let anyone down and thank you for sharing and taking us on this journey with you. Love the fact that you are going to channel this energy and focus on taking it to the next level. Personally, I feel like strength training really helps the older we get and something we can use later in the race. So, I try to incorporate at-least 1 strength session per week (@ the gym), no matter how beautiful the weather is outside. Keep at it, rest and unplug!
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
i really hate going to the gym these days. so it'll be tough medicine but if that's what it takes, so be it.
@Hurts4MVP1
4 жыл бұрын
The leg issues you described, happened to me in my first marathon. It’s such a painful feeling, I have no idea how I finished the race. I’m so proud of your mental toughness, and the constant inspiration you give out! Well done!
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
it was a day for building toughness
@Hurts4MVP1
4 жыл бұрын
kofuzi So proud of you, bro
@AJ-bp9th
4 жыл бұрын
A 3:15 and you walked for parts, dude! That is an awesome time and a PR as well. 👍🏻 well done no matter how you look at it.
@Throp
4 жыл бұрын
Dude, thanks for sharing. It goes without saying you haven't let any of us down but I know the feeling. I missed my goal time by 15 mins in Chicago this weekend. I had friends and family from all of the world come to see me perform and support me (NYC, upstate NY, Jamaica - the island, Wisconsin and Stockholm Sweden) I just didn't have it Sunday morning. Just didn't have the legs I normally have. I've only had a day or so to reflect. I'm still analyzing to try to get to the bottom of it. But like you said, there will be highs and lows. This video has helped to bring further understanding to my personal running journey. So thank you again for sharing and thank you for being an inspiration. You'll get the next one. We both will
@weitingteng3241
4 жыл бұрын
Keep Going On. There’s nothing could stop you. Always inspiring for me to be a better version of yourself every tomorrow.
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
we will come back stronger
@areeves60
4 жыл бұрын
Hey man, I totally know how you felt. I ran in the marathon this weekend and the same thing happened to me at mile 21. I came through the half at 1:14, came through 19 miles on pace for 2:28, and on mile 21 out of nowhere my quads locked up and I had nothing left to give. I wasn’t tired my legs just didn’t have it. 🤷🏽♂️ you’re a great runner, you do all the necessary work, and you’ll be stronger!
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
that's a solid race. what are you thinking for your next marathon?
@areeves60
4 жыл бұрын
kofuzi After I take some time off, I’m going to begin training for the Rock N Roll music city marathon in Nashville,TN in April. I’ll also do the Publix Half marathon in Atlanta on March 1st!
@khairisysyahdi
4 жыл бұрын
You dont need to apologize and Thank you for inspiring me.
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@markforquer8214
4 жыл бұрын
You didn’t let anyone down, don’t apologize. We’ve all been in your place not meeting our goals. When you try to do something really hard you might fail, that’s part of it, but it’s still worth trying.
@adk499
4 жыл бұрын
Loads of positives to take away from this race 👏🏻 can’t wait to see you come back and smash 3 hours 💪🏻
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
agreed!
@BradleyBaker
4 жыл бұрын
No need to apologize to anyone. You showed up and put yourself out there to see what would happen. And you would have never known had you not. It's the journey and not the destination so enjoy the process. I BQ at Chicago last year for 2020 and thought I'd come back this year and do as well. Persistent nagging high hamstrings during the training block prevented me from doing as such and I ran an hour slower than last year! Having had no runs longer than 12 miles during this training segment left me with a feeling of "could I even cover the distance?" I did and that in and of itself is a lesson learned. Time to rest, enjoy your family and take a mental break. Your day will come.
@ppeters9802
4 жыл бұрын
Hey man, I just ran my peak race on sunday aswell (half-mara). I missed my goal by 2 mins in the same way as you, I paced it perfectly for where I wanted to be, but I just wasn't fit enough to do it and the legs just suddenly felt super heavy. Just keep your head up and assess what you need to do to get to where you want to be, it's all a learning curve Also for what it's worth, excuses are fine as long as theyre valid (illness will affect you). Don't discount them, but also don't use it to ignore any downfalls in preparation or whatever else
@billbrown384
4 жыл бұрын
You haven't let anyone down Michael, your honesty shines through in what is a brutal event. A lot of elites had a bad day at the office and we can't pb every time. I pbd in 3:15 but like you I felt it could have been so much better on another day. You aspire all of us, you'll be back💪👍
@bwest1343
4 жыл бұрын
Same thing happened with my quads around mile 22 of my last marathon. I have a half coming up this weekend and hopefully it restores my confidence in distance running! Great job staying positive!
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
good luck on your half! go get it!
@agustinmartins7848
4 жыл бұрын
We usually learn more when we fail than when we succeed. And giving the fact that you are so straightforward and share your thoughts and learnings with us, you help us grow along with you in the sport. Thank you for sharing and this video inspired me!!! I am too leaving aside my strength training and maybe thanks to you I won’t make that mistake...I’ll make another one 😜 My best wishes from Argentina 🇦🇷
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
a very good insight. i'm definitely learning a lot about myself.
@jackpatrick2326
4 жыл бұрын
You did amazing! Hoping I can get up to you’re level when I get older
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
Just keep showing up!
@luismendoza6983
4 жыл бұрын
You didn’t let anyone down, you tried your best and that’s all we ask for, not that we are entitled to ask for anything. There will be more races in the future and time to train.
@rustydrog
4 жыл бұрын
Well done for getting it finished, I've been there and it's no fun when the wheels come off. I think you should focus on getting your half time down to sub 1.23.30, do that whilst keep your volume high and you'll crack 3. I think a 1.26 half PB isn't enough, some will do it of course, but those are in the minority. The very best of luck, you'll get there.
@dominic.fielding
4 жыл бұрын
To be fair his half pb is untapered, who knows what he could hit if he was racing it properly rested.
@rustydrog
4 жыл бұрын
@@dominic.fielding True, I should have been more specific, run a 1.23 whilst in a marathon block. Anyway, as I said, he will get there, just needs to keep showing up as he says himself.
@viviileee
4 жыл бұрын
You are human. You did not let us down. I understand your feeling of disappointment and let down. But we are all in your corner regardless. I'm so happy to follow along with your journey. You are a runner that alot of us can relate too. The struggles, the highs and the lows are all apart of the journey. You will have your time. Keep pushing forward. 👊
@loftysaltmarsh69
4 жыл бұрын
Your end of race pace is my start pace.......you'll boss it next time.
@victor-abel
4 жыл бұрын
You haven’t let down anyone. You are an inspiration to all us runners following your journey. In these days specially, I am proud of your effort, your energy and your competitive spirit, that same one that unite us all, none professional runners from around the world. Thank you Mike
@roadracer46
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Mike, you finished the race and PR’d - great job! We have a marathon here in St Petersburg FL in February. The course is mostly flat and at sea level. It’s very fast.
@ariojansivu9606
4 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more. Your marathon sounds tempting. How's the weather in Feb on that side of FL?
@roadracer46
4 жыл бұрын
Temp is usually mid 60’s with low humidity and rain is almost nonexistent.
@jwpedroza
4 жыл бұрын
Mike, you did great. You have not disappoint any one. You are growing and learning. Like Coach Worm said, there will be good days and bad days. All we can do is learn from the bad days, and try again.
@pheidippides7364
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome effort! After following you for a long time I felt you just werent ready to run at that pace. I agree muscle strength is the key and higher mileage. After seeing your half time in the lead up 1:29 I new that your sub 3 was not going to happen. I am of similar range I went for a sub3 this year after doing a 1:24 half in the lead up but ended up running a 3:10. Was on the mar up to 30k when I believe my muscle strength gave out. Sometimes going with the pacer isnt the best as often they go out even pace or over pace when sometimes it is best to go under pace and then come back stronger. Just my thoughts another year of mileage may be the key. Again awesome effort!
@CarlosStorms
4 жыл бұрын
Through thick and thin, whatever comes, good or bad, is part of the journey. We are an invisible family that holds together by sweat and tears, both of sadness or joy. That’s running in a nutshell. I also had a similar experience in a half marathon and it took me a lot of time to past it. Cheer up mate!
@bryanwalsh886
4 жыл бұрын
You've run a 3.01 and since then (in my opinion, based on all you share here and on Strava) have trained better and become a stronger runner - as evidenced by your half PB. Your finish time on Sunday is not reflective of your current fitness, it's reflective of the fact that you attacked the sub 3 and this time it didn't come off (possibly went out a little too fast). There's just so many variables when it comes to race day for a big city road marathon, a combination of these small things can really hamper things. Apologies for the long comment, just wanted to share my thoughts as I've been exactly where you are right now on 4 occassions and did become pretty disheartened. However, I cracked it on the 5th go! You are on the right path and it's going to drop soon. Take some time, regather and when it feels right, go again.
@kkevin3835
4 жыл бұрын
Totally agree with "Today's weakness will become tomorrow's strengths". Really appreciate all your inspiration, motivation and gear reviews, which encouraged me to run my first marathon in Chicago sub-5 with a 10 mins negative splits. I was suffering from plantar fasciitis since Aug so I was unable to train long distance run since then, but decided not to cancel registration in the last minute. I hope I will be back stronger and healthier, keeping running and I am a big fan of you!
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
That’s fantastic! Great work on the negative split!
@tonys6237
4 жыл бұрын
Looking at your Strava data, you have hardly run above over 50 miles a week for the past several months. According to Sage Canady, most runners will need to put in well over 60 miles a week for a year in order to break 3 hours. Are you able to do that?
@isabelurrutia6983
4 жыл бұрын
We all have tough races, but I think those are the ones we learn the most from! Of course it is ok to feel disappointed, but I think it's great to normalize that experience because it happens to all of us! At the end of the day, it's a roll of the dice. All our training can help us better the odds of having a 'good' race - but we can only control so much! I feel grateful for all the time and effort you put into your videos. I'm doing NYC in a few weeks, and the videos have definitely helped inspire me get out to do my long runs, I don't feel let down!
@el_arte
4 жыл бұрын
Honestly, I think you overcomplicate what happened. Forgive me for being blunt. Your goal was on the razor's edge of what you are capable of today. You first 5K segment was 20 seconds per mile too fast, your third 5K segment was also too fast. It may seem like nothing, but going too fast early in the marathon is what ruins it. Second, I think your taper was insufficient, you should have taken a full 2 weeks of easy running. So, you may think you have a leg strength issue, but I am not convinced.
@topoisomerace
4 жыл бұрын
I agree, it was always a stretch goal considering his Tunnel Marathon 3:01 time translates to about a 3:06 at Chicago. Improving by >6 minutes in a few months is really tough at that level. Maybe that Tunnel Marathon performance was just about perfect as well.
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
that tunnel marathon was a perfect day for me. and i was going for something impossible. but i thought i had it.
@el_arte
4 жыл бұрын
@@kofuzi And I think you very nearly had it. But, when your razor's edge is at 6:51-6:55 per mile over the marathon distance, starting with a 6:41 per mile 5K is...creating too much debt. I know people compare 6:41 and 6:51 and think "10 seconds, no big deal", but 10 seconds near the razor's edge is a huge deal. Anyhow, don't beat yourself over it, you learned something and you came out stronger on the other side. Also, the marathon has a way to undo anyone who believes they got it all figured out. It happens to elite runners, and those who run their first marathon, and everyone else in between. I have been there many, many times.
@DarkPa1adin
4 жыл бұрын
You did not let us down. You showed us reality. After you recover, maybe try track sessions for a compiled 4-8km of 1km/1min test or 400m/1.5min rest. Thank you so much Michael for your struggles! I will run my race too end November. My first race and marathon. Aiming for sub 4.
@adamdodd2655
4 жыл бұрын
@kofuzi Check out a book called Strength and Conditioning for Endurance Running by Richard Blagrove...it's excellent on strength training for distance runners. Also, bear in mind that the quad troubles could be because your quads are working too hard to compensate for a relatively weak posterior chain (hamstrings, glutes etc). Working the quads without establishing if you have a front-to-back imbalance might make the situation worse in the long run. Finally...great to see a thoughtful and positive analysis after what was clearly a tough day at the office. Onwards and upwards :)
@drewsonofmorris9147
4 жыл бұрын
You saying you are just going to keep showing up is spot on. That’s all some of us can do, but it how we get better.
@drfunk1216
4 жыл бұрын
Come to Houston
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
thinking about it
@Namecaps74
Жыл бұрын
My friend , it is humbling to see a pro have doubts and feel underacheiving . i did new york in 22 and took 5 hours , it was so hot , i have chicago this year and look for inspiration and tips , some races are just a pig . no matter what you do . and fair play to you , you are the most upbeat ,perfect runner i watch. well done kofuzi , keep on keeping on . hope to see you in 2023
@kofuzi
Жыл бұрын
I’ll be there!
@k14michael
4 жыл бұрын
I’m surprised no one here mentioned the load of Advil that he was taking a few days leading up to the marathon. It could potentially shut down his kidneys and therefore temporarily shutdown the blood flow to his leg muscles. Next time take Tylenol or don’t take anything at all for pain.
@kikayrunner
4 жыл бұрын
Oh wow. Why was he taking Advil at all?
@k14michael
4 жыл бұрын
KikayRunner - 10:38
@timothycash4908
4 жыл бұрын
You will break 3. Your training and fitness doesn’t lie. You’re right there. Daniels’ VDOT projects you around 2:59. That’s where you are. You just had an off day. It sucks it happened on race day. Yet, in the grand scheme of things, it’s still just one day. Lots of successes for you in 2019, too. Don’t forget that. Keep up the great work. Love the channel.
@criscapobianco
4 жыл бұрын
You don't have nothing to apologize for. Congrats for what you´ve accomplished so far! Keep ahead, inspiring us. Cheers from Brazil!!
@99allturbo
4 жыл бұрын
Props man! You gave it all and you never gave up! I had a near identical thing happen through my last marathon and didn’t reach my goal. Two things, I still improved my PR and I never gave up! Neither did you! I knew what I had to work on, and so do you! You learned from this experience and now you will grow from it. You got this. All the best.
@linson2010
4 жыл бұрын
You didn't let us down! Like you said, finishing a marathon is not given! Super proud of your effort... you literally left it all on the course. Everyone has a bad day. You had a great mentality of using this as a learning experience, so keep that outlook. We'll only be disappointed if you stay bummed. We have your back! :-)
@iJarmerz
4 жыл бұрын
Absolute legend! Brilliant run by anyone’s standards and never let the expectation of achievement for sub 3 hours cloud what was a great run! It just wasn’t meant to be for that day... but don’t kick yourself, Kipchoge didn’t worry when he didn’t break 2 hours - and look what happened next! ❤️
@edwinty1010
4 жыл бұрын
Massive respect! And like you what said, finishing the race itself is such an accomplishment worth being proud of already. And it's inspiring a lot of others like us not just on running, but more so to possess that mentality!
@MrJermson
4 жыл бұрын
Mike, you have always been an inspiration. Times like these are part of feedback loop. All the best!
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
Learn, grow, execute, repeat.
@aaronnym15
4 жыл бұрын
Don't apologize. You ran a 3:15 and PR'ed. PR'ing alone is hard. After 3 consecutive PRs, my NY Marathon time last year reminded me how important it is to brace PR's because they are not a guarantee. I PR'ed Chicago with a 4:39, chipping a couple more mins off my time. You are inspiring and you still managed to beat 41,000 other runners on the Chicago field!!!
@2XRC
4 жыл бұрын
We are so proud of you Mike!! Being disappointed is part of it... And YES, you will turn it into a positive. Agree that there are so many potential reasons why it didn’t happen this time but no need to try it all right away. Hills and 1 more day at gym might be all you need. And staying warm. Setting the BAR high is what makes you great. And it is why we all tune in. Congratulations on a PR time !! We Celebrate your successes.... because you always make it an A Day for us!!
@pacman9006
4 жыл бұрын
You ran the race and crossed the finish line. That’s the best result for the day. Thanks for all you do and sharing. He’s to you growing and developing for the run. Have an awesome day.
@spacemanatee
4 жыл бұрын
As a relative newcomer to your channel, I just want to say thank you! While its tough to hear your thoughts on the results, your self-reflection, drive and approach has been such an inspiration. The way you keep looking forward and how you point out the next steps to reach your goal is truly an inspiration and helps me reach for my own running goals. Thank you so very much again!!
@FullmetalScientist
4 жыл бұрын
In the short time I have followed your channel, you have inspired me to do better during my runs! I don't often see too many Asian American runners so it is nice to have a role model to look up to. I completed the 2019 Chicago Marathon (my first marathon) this past weekend too and I was aiming for 4 hours. I knew that with the training I compressed to 12 weeks and didn't follow completely, I wasn't going to meet it but I wanted to at least get close to 4 hours. Instead, I got 4:51 for my final time. I finished and was happy that I finished but was disappointed that I was the slowest one in my running group. I don't think I could've given more than I had that day. So, don't feel bad about not meeting your goal this year. You did great for your marathon! You will achieve sub-3 next time!
@JM-jq6tu
4 жыл бұрын
Oh man. I’m sorry it wasn’t what you expected. I do think you’ll come out stronger from this. Reminds me of your 2017 race and how you bounced back monumentally in 2018. It’s amazing how the marathon has a funny way of either showing your best strengths and more often your biggest weaknesses. I look forward to an amazing 2020! Thank you for constantly sharing your running journey with us - what an inspiration!
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
2020 is going to be insane!
@artmarc1000
4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate your honesty. I can’t ask for anything more than you show up and share out! I haven’t run a Marathon yet. Your upset helps me better prepare and work on those strengthening excercises that I’ve been putting off.
@andyseal8134
4 жыл бұрын
Dude. I run two miles a day. I could never be what you are. You are an inspiration. It’s just a race, there will be more. The most important part is to enjoy the journey.
@tsubakichan
4 жыл бұрын
We root for our heroes, not because they always win - but because of what happens when they don't. Really proud of you.
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. Thank you
@scottwills4221
4 жыл бұрын
Excellent!!! You are doing what Eliud Kipchoge said, “Don’t lie to yourself “ That is the all important principle to getting better and that is what you are doing! you are laying out the things that you need to do to get better, that is a great example and role-model to everyone who watches your channel. Outstanding!
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
thank you for your kind words. we will get stronger! we will do better!
@BenLeonard79
4 жыл бұрын
It took me two bad marathons and being constantly crushed by hills to finally realize I needed to work on strength. The following year I hit the gym 3-4 days a week consistently. But I worked on total body strength not just quads. Later that year I ran my third marathon with far less training miles than the previous and crushed it with a 31 minute PR. I was a believer after that. I was sprinting up hills which would usually destroy me previously. Your body takes a beating over 26 miles. The stronger you are the more you'll be able to push through towards the later miles. It became very clear even in training how well the end of my runs felt after gaining that strength. Sounds like you have the right plan. I promise that you'll see the benefits of weight training very quickly. Noobs gain a lot in the beginning.
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
Much of marathon training seems counterintuitive to me. (Run slow to run fast). But I’m ready for strength training. I’ll be focusing on quads and glutes, but the whole body will need to get involved, for sure
@silvertrackrunningproject6389
4 жыл бұрын
Massive congrats! know what this feels like, don't be disheartened. Massive respect to you. Don't limit yourself now after missing a goal. Keep pushing towards breaking that barrier. Thanks for the amazing content.
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
I will keep trying
@InkidLoke
4 жыл бұрын
I also just done my FM here, quadriceps like wanna Xplode as did not train well due to haze attached here in Malaysia. PF attacked me on my right feet, no moral support from anyone... Yet I able to complete my run with strong mind power but with bad timing, yet I'm proud of myself. Having a bad day on your run day don't means you is a bad runner. Let train hard and come back next time in 2020 together. You need inspiring me a lot! Well done Kofuzi !
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
we will get stronger together!
@nehemiah9190
4 жыл бұрын
Your assessment of the strength building issue is wise. I would imagine it takes 2-3 months of solid gym time to reap the benefits in running. After all of the improvements you have made since last year, 6 months to meditate on this might be the right thing to do here. Boston is a great challenge, and I hope you use that opportunity to breakthrough and run the sub 3:10 you’ve been looking for. Thank you for being so vulnerable with us. Your victories are our victories, your journey is our journey.
@superfast30
4 жыл бұрын
You didnt let anyone down. You've done quite the opposite. You've inspired so many of us. Don't give yesterdays race too much thought. Chicago 2020!!!!
@daidavies2830
4 жыл бұрын
Yes kofuzi. As you said, you must use your experience at Chicago as motivation for future training that WILL lead to even greater race performances for you. I too have experienced a race result recently that I was very disappointed in and am now on the same journey as you where I am trying to pick myself up, reflect on what went wrong and then toe the line again in a few weeks time. We are with you and we can do this 👍🏻
@donnachong7814
4 жыл бұрын
Nothing but admiration for your strength and honesty. You're too hard on yourself. You're inspiring all runners and ran an amazing race by all accounts. Huge congratulations, zero disappointment!
@robertbausa1
4 жыл бұрын
Man, you hit a wall and still PR'd for Chicago M...that is amazing! Your honesty and transparency are a huge encouragement and provide inspiration for this 50 year old newbie (started building up for distance running Sept 2018 after losing initial 50 lbs). I know it doesn't feel great, but I think you have some great takeaways and learning experiences. Did the same in my first Half Marathon in Boston last weekend. The hills (at least for this flat lander from Houston) crushed me at the end and missed getting under 2 hours by 42 seconds. Definitely a little disappointed, but had several great learning moments and happy to finish my first large event (6200+ runners). Seriously thinking about Houston Marathon to carry over my training for the HM and knowing it doesn't have to be perfect is actually encouraging for me.
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
What a great job! My first half marathon was in 2010, and I ran a 2:05.
@will-eagle1975
4 жыл бұрын
I have about 3 weeks left til Indianapolis and I really haven't been keeping up with strengthening my legs. I'm going to now for the next couple weeks and hopefully itll be enough. Dont be disappointed. We all been there. From having a stress fracture to having a blood clot, I have defied the odds. Just keep going. You'll get there.
@joserivera5632
4 жыл бұрын
Marathons are still hard no matter how many times we do it. Thank you for being real.
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
and nothing is guaranteed. all i can do is keep trying. keep working.
@leejoycechung2162
3 жыл бұрын
You keep me motivated....you are the best and I watch you and live my runs thru you. You have never disappointed me. Stay safe kofuzi.
@jamjam7568
4 жыл бұрын
You're showing us a very realistic portrayal of what is required to get to your goal. This channel just got a lot more interesting because we're going see what kind of training will help you achieve that goal. Your run club is gonna be huuuuuge next year.
@bubkabubka
4 жыл бұрын
You are visibly disappointed in your performance when you shouldn't be. You have a lot of courage to not just race but also to share it with all of us. Keep working hard like the way you already are. This is part of the process which you know too. Thanks for the vids.
@jiromemariusdecastro1261
4 жыл бұрын
No need to apologize mike. You are a strong runner.. You have it on you and I am pretty sure you will unlock your strengths sooner than you think. Always believed you will break 3. Thanks for sharing the lessons learned and keep it up! Supporting you all the way from the Philippines.
@kofuzi
4 жыл бұрын
thank you. we will come back stronger for the next race
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