RUNNING 2:43 AT THE CHICAGO MARATHON - With a GoPro! - Ben Parkes
Intro: This is a quick summary of RUNNING 2:43 AT THE CHICAGO MARATHON - With a GoPro! from Ben Parkes. It’s a great watch — we’re breaking it down so you can try the marathon‑ready workout today. Be sure to check out the full video for all the details.
Key Points:
- Ben aimed for a 2:55–3:00 hr marathon, using the race as a long‑run training test.
- He locked into his target pace after the first 5 km, staying steady and progressive through the 26.2 mi (42.2 km).
- Fueling with an energy gel around 45 min in helped maintain energy; hydration stops were taken at aid stations.
- Mental cues (“dig deep”, “keep believing”) kept the effort positive during the toughest miles.
Workout Example:
- Warm‑up: Easy 5 km to find a comfortable feel.
- Settle into target marathon pace (≈ 5:45 min/km for a 2:55 goal) and hold it for the remaining 21 km.
- Fuel: Take an energy gel at ~45 min and sip water at each aid station.
- Finish: Stay relaxed, trust the steady effort, and push the last 2–3 km with a positive mantra.
Closing Note: Try this steady‑pace marathon workout on your next long run and customize the paces in the Pacing app to match your own goals. You’ll feel the confidence of a race‑day run—good luck, and keep believing in what you can achieve!
References
- RUNNING 2:43 AT THE CHICAGO MARATHON - With a GoPro! - YouTube (YouTube Video)
Workout - Marathon Race Pace Simulation
- 5.0km @ 5'30''/km
- 21.0km @ 4'15''/km
- 10min @ 6'30''/km
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