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Chasing 3, Attempt 4 - LA Marathon 2022 

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A few months ago, I came two and a half minutes short of my goal to run a marathon under three hours. Since then, I've trained well, rested well through the taper, and had beautiful weather to race a hilly course. For the 2022 LA Marathon, I really went for it.
Thanks to ASICS for providing me a bib to race on and to Floris Gierman and his coach, Coach Jimmy Dean, for all their support with pacing.
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@reselvski
@reselvski 2 года назад
"I'm dying... I'm dying... Thanks for coming out, guys." That's Kofuzi. 100% human, 110% awesome!
@McFearless80
@McFearless80 2 года назад
This made me emotional. Incredible run, Ko.
@AndyJHahn
@AndyJHahn 2 года назад
Great work. Sub-3:00 incoming at your home course of Chicago!
@FlorisGierman
@FlorisGierman 2 года назад
You really gave it your everything Mike, it was incredible to see you dig so deep at the end, especially up that steep hill near the finish 🙌
@duanetamashiro3359
@duanetamashiro3359 2 года назад
Congrats on your race! Nice of you to keep Mike company at the end!
@binhluu1226
@binhluu1226 2 года назад
Floris, you are an amazing person to slow down and help out Michael. 🙏🙌
@sung3d
@sung3d 2 года назад
So cool to see Floris and Kofuzi run together!
@leonaleewong
@leonaleewong 2 года назад
Loved seeing your brotherly support! Congrats on your race!!
@tonymacias3263
@tonymacias3263 2 года назад
Congrats on the PR! Only 50 seconds away now...and you did that on a challenging course with some tough winds. Good to run with you for a bit out there yesterday. 👍🏽
@bev9708
@bev9708 2 года назад
... a challenging course with some tough winds AND carrying a camera!!! 😅
@TheFODRunner
@TheFODRunner 2 года назад
You dug deep there buddy, what an effort on what looked like some cheeky hills!! Another marathon, another PR... keep it rolling!!
@danielwestover
@danielwestover 2 года назад
I felt your pain over the last miles. You did a great job pushing through. Thanks for taking us on the journey.
@rueltolentino6683
@rueltolentino6683 2 года назад
Congrats Mike! "Come on Mike!", "were almost there". Words of encouragement from ur 2 running buddies! Yahooo!
@rawberrycars
@rawberrycars 2 года назад
wow that made me tear up at the end. I know that pain all too well at the final stretch of the mara. Very inspirational stuff and perfectly captured!
@charriso
@charriso 2 года назад
I’m not gonna lie: this is me rn after watching that = 😭 Thank you for inspiring us and giving your all, always. Glad you had support out there! 🖤
@benbergan8312
@benbergan8312 2 года назад
What a legend Jimmy is! Well done on the pr
@soriano_runs1131
@soriano_runs1131 2 года назад
Love the part where to told the dude “I’m working!” 😆 Such an inspiring video. I enjoyed this footage. Makes me pumped up for Boston next month!!! Congratulations Ko!
@aaronrodgers4287
@aaronrodgers4287 2 года назад
So proud of you, Kofuzi!!!! YOU, killed it!!!!!
@jarrodcrano6772
@jarrodcrano6772 2 года назад
That last 2 minutes had me in all the feels. Awesome race man!
@SuperUngit
@SuperUngit 2 года назад
Seeing you grit through at the end brought me to tears. That's why we do this. Well done, my man.
@runningwithjane
@runningwithjane 2 года назад
4:52 was my favorite part. Love when people cheer others on like that. I know that pain on your face at the end very well. Way to dig deep and go after it. So awesome AND CONGRATS ON YOUR PR!!
@sun.2801
@sun.2801 2 года назад
Wow, that was epic!! What a great crowd, and so great to have friends at the end supporting you through to a PR!!👍👍👏👏
@tri2sing
@tri2sing 2 года назад
Congrats on the PR. It takes guts to attempt a sub-3:00 on such a tough course. Great display of heart. Almost there.
@NeillyVille
@NeillyVille 2 года назад
Tough course, congrats on the PB. Sub 3, definitely on the cards this year if the moon and stars align. Let's gooo
@jimoconnor8597
@jimoconnor8597 2 года назад
That "battle" at the end of mind and body was EPIC! Congratulations on a BIG PR and way to threaten the 3hr mark! The hunt continues...
@imdoc7872
@imdoc7872 2 года назад
Dude. You are amazing. Getting better everytime is insane, superhuman. You’ll get it next race.
@budimuhammadhabibi2501
@budimuhammadhabibi2501 2 года назад
Thanks for sharing Mike..it’s beautiful..never been on marathon before..but, seeing this, hopefully I can make it someday..congratz
@shanelewis4407
@shanelewis4407 2 года назад
Dude so stoked to have met you at the beginning and end of the race! Truly an awesome human being and runner!
@Nonixification
@Nonixification 2 года назад
So much elevation, it was really sub 3 effort! Grat Mike!
@duanetamashiro3359
@duanetamashiro3359 2 года назад
Congrats Mike! Incredible race on a tough course, a PR, and also 4th in AG…Amazing!!
@ryanwiesman9921
@ryanwiesman9921 2 года назад
Awesome job! Way to dig deep and leave it all on the course! Nothing touches that type of an effort when the pain and struggle get real after those 1st 20 miles. Keeping it so real and best RU-vid channel by a long shot!
@leonaleewong
@leonaleewong 2 года назад
You are the King of Grit!! Well deserved PR! Loved the support from Coach Jimmy and Floris. 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼🔥💥⚡️
@iGo0gIe
@iGo0gIe 2 года назад
This gave me chills. Nice work man
@MidLifeRunner
@MidLifeRunner 2 года назад
Something flew into my eye at the end there with the hug with Floris. It’s like a Marvel crossover of RU-vid Runners. Congrats on the PR on a tough course. Look forward to the recap and the kofuzi run club run in Chicago later this year
@Running4Fitness
@Running4Fitness 2 года назад
Mike…what a race you made. You fight Samurai…you fight. This is what the marathon is a personal battle…CONGRATULATIONS
@tsubakichan
@tsubakichan 2 года назад
Congratulations on the well-earned PR! That's a huge feat, especially when I saw how hilly LA course is (1100+ ft of gain according to my friend's Garmin). It totally means you're in sub-3 shape. A flatter course and it's yours. Should give you all the confidence!
@vishvice12
@vishvice12 2 года назад
Was checking RU-vid frequently for your upload today. Congrats on the PR. You'll get that Sub 3 Hour Marathon sooner or later.
@enonek2960
@enonek2960 2 года назад
DUDE!!!! You RULE! That was awesome, the grind, the pain, but you DIDN'T GIVE UP! PR's are epic, Congrats! The Kofuzi Run club support is also EPIC, hope you realize what a difference you make. Paying in forward! Great Job Kofuzi!
@bev9708
@bev9708 2 года назад
I'm crying|!!! BRAVO BRAVO BRAVO!!! I will run my very first marathon in just under 2 weeks, the Paris Marathon... feeling absolutely terrified and excited at the same time, and your videos are incredibly helpful AND inspirational!! Again, BRAVO!!!
@teetertotter5787
@teetertotter5787 2 года назад
So close. This made me so emotional. Feeling the struggle and pressing on is so inspiring.
@bubkabubka
@bubkabubka 2 года назад
Congrats!!!! So great to meet you and to see Floris at the start! Wonderful finish together as well. Awesome~~
@josealejandrorios1172
@josealejandrorios1172 2 года назад
What an inspiration to battle through a difficult stretch. I’m feeling motivated and inspired for my half marathon coming up in May. Great work Ko!
@RunRowRideLift
@RunRowRideLift 2 года назад
This video made my Monday morning! Awesome running!
@karatechop
@karatechop 2 года назад
Way to hang in there when the going got tough and congrats on a stellar result! Surprisingly found myself a little emotional towards the end of the video. Thanks for sharing and continuing to inspire!
@nelio166
@nelio166 2 года назад
you were brave. proper recovery and then use that attitude in good measure in your training. nice gesture from your friends. truly inspiring. well done
@soundofenigma
@soundofenigma 2 года назад
Great PR! and them two gentleman are the MVPs on the final stretch! Getting near your target, Mike. You will smash it on the next race!
@andyblackwell1784
@andyblackwell1784 2 года назад
Wow. Tears in my eyes. Well done. You dug deep and pulled it off. Thanks for sharing!
@williamneumann7578
@williamneumann7578 2 года назад
Way to push through to a PR!! This video is a great example of how awesome and encouraging the running community is.
@jamesholt627
@jamesholt627 2 года назад
Incredible video, congrats Kofuzi! That Jimmy Dean guy seems so cool with the way he was helping you out at the end and after the race. I wish I could train with someone that like that!
@roadracerqx893
@roadracerqx893 2 года назад
I’m 65 and looked JUST LIKE THAT on my 1st ever 5k last Thanksgiving, LOL! Great job, Mike….I learned a lot from your channel.
@Top-Comment-1
@Top-Comment-1 2 года назад
Brave Marathon Mike on a hilly course pacing looked on point you gave it everything on the day New PB 👍Great to see the spirit of sportsmanship is still alive
@brianhoo123
@brianhoo123 2 года назад
You did it well and tried your best to achieve this PR! Congrats and well done 🤘👏
@pound4pound222
@pound4pound222 6 месяцев назад
That was awesome. Congratulations 👏
@nickatnite16
@nickatnite16 2 года назад
Fastest man with a selfie stick. Man is pumping one arm,no question a sub 3 is there without the selfie stick
@cheekster777
@cheekster777 2 года назад
Herculean effort Mike, well done! 👏🏻 Big up to Floris and Jimmy too for pushing you during the toughest final few miles. 👍🏻👍🏻
@raysollarsthehappyjogger5907
@raysollarsthehappyjogger5907 2 года назад
Awesome result Ko!!! That course is brutal. The hills just keep coming and coming. As for me, you never know what will happen on race day. I developed knee pain in my right leg which prevented me from a good time result having to walk the last 10K but I forgot all about that when I received my finisher's medal. I completed my 1st marathon. I am feeling fine today and my knee is not seriously injured, just a bit tender and painful, especially walking stairs!
@tonyvu9459
@tonyvu9459 2 года назад
Alright I’m inspired to go after a PR after this. Congrats Mike! Amazing effort and battle!
@RunningAlive
@RunningAlive 2 года назад
It's always inspiring seeing someone truly give it their all. You did that and that's a win. Congratulation
@thomasdamato9430
@thomasdamato9430 2 года назад
Mike, wow super congratulations, we all know how hard is is when there’s absolutely nothing left all storage tanks are blinking red you truly showed how to literally hang in when everything is telling you stop. That’s as transparent as you can get, that inspired us all and that’s why we love you. You are so on track for a sub 3 and I’m definitely along for that ride cheering you on, friggin fantastic.
@tednruth453
@tednruth453 2 года назад
Grrrrrrrrrrrrrreat stuff. That looked really tough for at least the last 6 miles, well done Mike ✌
@TheVeganRunner
@TheVeganRunner 2 года назад
You really give it everything Ko! A phenomenal effort and so close to elusive sub-3. Loved every second of this video and was willing you across that line. 👏👏👏
@christinaclementson2685
@christinaclementson2685 2 года назад
So close to that sub 3 goal!!! You could see you gave that everything. A fantastic run 💪💪
@oldachyrunner
@oldachyrunner 2 года назад
Congrats on a strong run and PR, Mike! Thanks for the video and the inspiration! 💪👏👍
@acec276
@acec276 2 года назад
I wasn't there but watching this...I was there all the way with you, cheering for you. Love the camaraderie throughout as well!
@JC-rn5tk
@JC-rn5tk 2 года назад
Tremendous effort, congratulations! What's the point of setting a goal if it's going to be easy? You're on the doorstep, and we'll be there when you cross that threshold.
@FunkyFaulc
@FunkyFaulc 2 года назад
You SOB .... The music, the friendship, the drama! Making me tear up over here!!!! ;). Seriously though ... good job brother!
@kofuzi
@kofuzi 2 года назад
racing always puts me through the ringer
@ChristianRunsNY
@ChristianRunsNY 2 года назад
Improvement is improvement, you're still getting stronger and faster. Great race!
@Runcoach_mike
@Runcoach_mike 2 года назад
wow, what an effort. I cannot believe you take such awesome video running at those speeds. Thank you for sharing your experience.
@Brandoni65
@Brandoni65 2 года назад
Great job pacing and never giving up! Awesome! PR! It's all about pacing.
@tinov1122
@tinov1122 2 года назад
Incredible run Mike! That course looks extremely tough. Chicago is very proud of you
@colbybuchanan1768
@colbybuchanan1768 2 года назад
I’m calling it now…your gonna do it at Chicago 2022!! Nice run man!!! So motivating!!
@jmac13131
@jmac13131 2 года назад
After running my first marathon Saturday in Savannah I feel both your joy and your pain. 3:41:xx for me. I hoped for better but was going to be happy with anything under 3:45:00. The wall between miles 22-23 was real. You are an inspiration Mr. Ko!
@kofuzi
@kofuzi 2 года назад
great work on your first marathon!
@mrrandom2501
@mrrandom2501 2 года назад
Congratulations on the PB. Wicked job and another inspirational video.
@loriem1031
@loriem1031 2 года назад
I got chills when you approached finish line! Way to go Ko👊
@rushdihendricks8375
@rushdihendricks8375 2 года назад
That's a quality run Kofuzi! 👏👏🔥🔥 Excellent effort! This is so inspiring! Congratulations all the way from Cape Town, South Africa! Brilliant video. So much suspense.... I was really hoping you were going to dip just under 3. But I'll keep following your journey for sure. You'll definitely get it. Touching distance! 🙌🙌🙌
@wilfredo-teyrosalesfotos
@wilfredo-teyrosalesfotos 2 года назад
Great job homie! We’re all a witness when someone puts in the work, great things happen but not everyone can do it with a smile and great positive vibes! Continue to dare to inspire 🤜🏾🤛🏻!
@trexinvert
@trexinvert Год назад
Your commitment to holding the camera all the way through is amazing. It uses up energy and affects your running efficiency. Without it you could have easily gained several minutes, but you know that and you keep going. Awesome.
@TheWhyPodJH
@TheWhyPodJH 2 года назад
Really, really, really hard not to get pumped up watching this. Longtime viewer, first time commenter. Great job and congrats!
@leighntx8989
@leighntx8989 2 года назад
Great run! 😀🤜🤛 I've been mapping out my sub-3 three year plan. Thanks for sharing, very inspiring!
@TheAkenno
@TheAkenno 2 года назад
Mike, your storytelling is incredible and your kindness is unmatched. I told my roommate about this like you're a close friend. Congrats on the PR and it's a matter of when not if you get the sub-3 you deserve!
@kevinspindler2363
@kevinspindler2363 2 года назад
Sometimes a goal is simply something to aim at. Congratulations on the PR!
@tommysiharath6988
@tommysiharath6988 2 года назад
Inspiring as always 🙌🏻. My marathon got cancelled. All those days of training,... Should've been next Sunday actually. Living vicariously through you Kofuzi!
@petergibbs6993
@petergibbs6993 2 года назад
This is brilliant Mike - absolutely fantastic - great video and well done 👍
@apollocreed3263
@apollocreed3263 2 года назад
CONGRATULATIONS 👏👏👏👏. Superb run and P.B . You LEGEND
@sarahmyers5586
@sarahmyers5586 2 года назад
So awesome. Woohoo thanks for getting me pumped for LA 2023
@innesdunbar
@innesdunbar 2 года назад
Just over 20min 5k shows how fast you need to pace to get around the 3 hour mark, that’s hard work! Nice one Mike. You put your all into that!
@wasuptho
@wasuptho 2 года назад
You are the man! I'm having my coffee and heading out on a run. Motivated
@Hendlefe
@Hendlefe Год назад
Wow I just came from watching your Tokyo marathon video to this one, which is a year older and you've improved by so much. You cruised well under 3 hours in Tokyo with way less perceived effort. Good job on the gains and new PR!
@jakejudy9900
@jakejudy9900 2 года назад
Congratulations! Awesome race! What incredible determination and amazing support - I was tearing up!
@laurainthehaute918
@laurainthehaute918 2 года назад
I’m not crying, it was you then!
@jakejudy9900
@jakejudy9900 2 года назад
@@laurainthehaute918 😭😭😭
@ricodevega1063
@ricodevega1063 2 года назад
Congrats on the PR Mike!! Getting closer - I am thinking you will finally bring it home in Chicago - your home course! I enjoyed every minute of this video - I did not want to read any comments beforehand to spoil it for me on how you eventually finished the race.
@davidsaxe7077
@davidsaxe7077 2 года назад
Wow, way to push through. Congratulations Ko!!! All your hard work paid off.
@_davidyu
@_davidyu 2 года назад
Congrats on the PR!! That was a gutsy effort!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@jungtao
@jungtao 2 года назад
So proud of you Mike! That’s heart!
@usertutubo06
@usertutubo06 2 года назад
Super super awesome! As every time: Thanks for the motivation! Can't wait for my next 42.2 💪🏼😎
@dplindt
@dplindt 2 года назад
I kept tracking your progress and was at the edge of my seat the last few miles. And then I saw 3:00:49 and I was like "Damn" that was so close. The thing is I was so sure that's the best you could do at that moment and time because you've always given all you had out there. I can't say for others but I'm somehow secretly glad the pursuit is not over yet....it's just so much fun watching how things unfold among all the twists and turns...
@RunSensible
@RunSensible 2 года назад
I really enjoyed this video and I'm gutted for you for being so close to that sub 3hr effort. It'll happen, I have no doubt. Thanks for your on going honesty and for sharing your journey so well. 👍
@Deadbuck73
@Deadbuck73 2 года назад
Love you Mike! You are such an inspiration!
@trevormitchell3305
@trevormitchell3305 2 года назад
Great work Mike, grinning ear to ear watching that, well done
@bostonchaval
@bostonchaval 2 года назад
Great job Mike! Your time matched mine exactly from my last marathon here in Mass. I plan on chasing that sub 3 in Chicago. Rest up and let’s get it done in the fall!
@mollychanel1
@mollychanel1 2 года назад
Congrats Mike🎉🎉👏👏 I love the support you had on the course. I almost cried watching you push through. You’re a motivation.
@MarathonRunning
@MarathonRunning 2 года назад
Made me cry, thanks for sharing.
@Zanrok
@Zanrok 2 года назад
Amazing accomplishment! A PR in LA! Enjoy the moment!
@robertfay2894
@robertfay2894 2 года назад
Congrats on the PR! Incredible run and inspiring week!
@pljortega
@pljortega 2 года назад
your videos are awesome... inspiring. 03:09 is very solid and respectful finishing time.... congrats...
@kendrickshen4910
@kendrickshen4910 2 года назад
This was awesome. I was also on the course with you…just 36 minutes behind you. Thank you for your videos. I never saw myself as a runner, but your videos are inspiring, encouraging, creative, and you are one of the factors that caused me to run my first marathon. Thank you.
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