I Tried To Run At Kipchoge's NEW Marathon World Record Pace! – Summary - The Running Channel

Aug 13, 2025

Intro

This is a quick summary of “I Tried To Run At Kipchoge’s NEW Marathon World Record Pace!” from The Running Channel. It’s a fun 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

The team uses a treadmill (the “tumble‑ator”) set to Eliud Kipchoge’s 2022 marathon world‑record pace (2:01:09) – roughly 2:52 min/km (≈ 4:37 min/mile).
Each participant runs solo, seeing how long they can hold that pace; the longest attempts are around 5–6 minutes.
The challenge highlights the importance of mental toughness, pacing consistency, and a strong core for stability at fast paces.
Practical tip: Start with a proper warm‑up, then aim to hold the world‑record pace for short intervals (1‑5 min) and gradually increase as your comfort improves.

Workout Example

World‑Record Pace Challenge

Warm‑up – 5‑10 min easy jog (10‑12 km/h or comfortable pace).
Main set – Run on a treadmill set to 2:52 min/km (or 4:37 min/mile). Aim for 3 minutes initially.
Recovery – 2‑3 min easy jog or walk.
Repeat – Add another 1‑minute interval at the same pace. Work up to 5 minutes total at the world‑record pace, breaking it into 1‑minute blocks if needed.
Cool‑down – 5‑10 min easy jog.

Tips:

Use a treadmill with a stable belt; focus on a steady cadence (~180 spm).
Keep your core engaged to maintain posture.
If you can’t hold the full pace, reduce the speed slightly (e.g., 2:55 min/km) and gradually bring it back up.

Closing Note

Give the Kipchoge‑pace challenge a try, adjust the intervals to suit your current fitness, and track your effort in the Pacing app. You’ve got the speed—now just add the mindset. Good luck, and enjoy the run!