We Met The Man Who Can’t Stop Breaking World Records - The Running Channel

Aug 13, 2025

Intro: This is a quick summary of We Met The Man Who Can’t Stop Breaking World Records from The Running Channel. 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

Training at 1,800‑2,500 m altitude (Kapchorwa) boosts aerobic capacity and leg strength.
Hill‑repeat sessions (1 km up, 1 km down) are a core part of Cheptegei’s routine.
Tempo runs on the plateau (~45 min) develop sustained lactate‑threshold speed.
Simple nutrition: “posho” (Ugali) with greens and milk fuels long runs.
Mindset tricks – visualise race success, stay disciplined, and surround yourself with supportive coaches and teammates.

Workout Example

Kapchorwa Hill‑Repeat – Find a hill with a ~1 km climb.

Warm‑up 10 min easy jog on flat terrain.

Run 1 km uphill at a hard, but sustainable effort (≈85‑90 % max HR).

Turn around and run 1 km downhill easy, focusing on good form.

Repeat 4–6 times (total 8–12 km of hill work).

Cool‑down 10 min easy jog.

Tempo Alternative – On a flat plateau, run 45 min at a comfortably hard pace (just below race‑pace) to sharpen your threshold.

Practical Tips

Add a short core‑stability circuit (plank, side‑plank, single‑leg bridges) after hill repeats.
Fuel before long sessions with a bowl of posho/ugali plus a splash of milk for carbs and protein.
Use visualization: before each run, picture yourself strong and finishing fast.
If you can’t train at altitude, simulate by adding extra hill repeats or using a treadmill’s incline.

Closing Note: Try the Kapchorwa hill‑repeat or plateau tempo today, and feel free to adjust the paces and repeats in your Pacing app to match your current fitness. Running the world’s toughest terrain is within reach—keep the mindset, stay consistent, and watch your performance soar! (Don’t forget to watch the full video for more inspiration and behind‑the‑scenes stories.)