How A Strong Work Ethic Leads to Opportunities - Lee Grantham

Aug 13, 2025

Intro: This is a quick summary of How A Strong Work Ethic Leads to Opportunities from Lee Grantham. It’s a great watch — we’re breaking it down so you can try the workout today. Be sure to check out the full video for all the details.

Key Points:

Consistent, purposeful running builds the same discipline that creates career opportunities.
Start with easy runs, then add structured interval and speed sessions mid‑week, gradually extending the weekend long run.
A 10‑week training block plus a 2‑week taper is enough to sharpen your fitness for a marathon PB.
Track progress, set a clear PB goal, and even list it on your CV to showcase dedication.

Workout Example (10‑Week Marathon Build):

Week	Easy Run	Interval / Speed	Tempo Run	Long Run
1‑4	5 km at comfortable pace	4 × 800 m @ 5K‑race effort, 400 m jog recovery	8 km at steady‑state (≈10 sec per mile slower than race)	12 km easy‑steady
5‑8	5 km easy	5 × 1 km @ 10K‑race effort, 400 m jog	10 km steady	14‑16 km progressive (last 2 km at goal marathon pace)
9	5 km easy	3 × 800 m reduced volume	6 km easy	8 km easy (recovery week)
10 (Race week)	Rest or 3 km shake‑out	–	–	Marathon race

Practical Tips to Implement Now:

Run first thing in the morning before work to lock in consistency.
Log each run in the Pacing app and adjust paces as you improve.
Post a weekly “goal‑check” on social media for accountability.
Treat each training session as a project delivery – finish it with the same reliability you’d promise a client.

Closing Note: Grab the opportunity to level‑up your running and career – set your own paces in the Pacing app, follow this 10‑week plan, and watch your confidence (and PB) grow. Try it today and make your next race a showcase of your strong work ethic!