Though the architecture is the same (or very similar) it always amazes me on how different the countryside is down your way, even though the distance is just a day’s drive (long day though but that would just be because traffic ), As I insinuated on Strava , the transformation of running gait and body type has been phenomenal. You are no longer a hobby jogger like me etc (and there is nothing wrong with being a hobby jogger), you are now the real deal and would not look out of place in the western states or some of the other buckle providing races .. does not matter if you never do them. I am just saying that have gotten into that sort of shape. You don’t tell people what to buy, or how to run, you just get out and walk the walk. I don’t have the time often to watch the full post that you do and have to chop them up ... however. There are some much more ‘popular channels’ which are not a patch on what you offer the viewer here if they are willing to spend time with your post. Have a brew on me Ben
Thank you so much for the top support JBS! You are very kind mate! This year has been a cracking year for my running I have really been enjoying it and all the training seems to be paying off. Thanks once again bud your support means a lot. 😎🤘
Rumour has it, the Duracell bunnies dropped out of this race when they saw Ben had entered. Didn't want to mar their 100% win record 😅 Outstanding performance, Ben. When you talk about a "race", you really mean it. I'm more of an also-ran, but watching you is totally inspiring. Great work buddy 👍 👏 👌 💪
This was a great video.... but a great run also. You looked strong and controlled out there Ben. So great to see your journey progress more and more. Keep up the great work, and inspiration to many :)
Cheers Francois! There were moments towards the end where you can see the suffering in my eyes but I kept grinding 🤣 thanks for all the continued support mate! 😎🤘
You would absolutely smash that race mate! Well worth checking it out when you're properly back in the game! 💪 Thanks for all your help and support mate! 👏😎🤘
Massive congratulations Ben 🎉🎉 Podium finish is a great achievement. Hope your trophy has pride of place somewhere. Your pace over that kind of elevation and terrain is incredible! Not sure if I’ve already said but we took a trip to Wendover Woods on Saturday, to do their parkrun plus 1 lap of the WW50. It was an experience 🤣 Not sure it would be one for me and would probably put me off the 50 grand slam. But it was worth a visit and it helped put in to context exactly what the route entails. I think I’m more a Thames Path kinda runner 😁
Thanks very much Rachel! You also did an incredible job at your recent 50 miler too. 🥳 The Wendover loop is pretty darn tough. My buddy Danielle did the 100 miler there last year. She said it was one of the toughest 100s she's ever done. Thanks for watching as always! 😎🤘
Cheers Ian that's very kind of you bud. It was a superb race mate. Certainly one to look into if you're in the market for a 50 miler. No pressure on the 1st place 🤣 Thanks for watching bud! 😎🤘
WOWWW!!! BRAVO BRAVO!! Impressive performance there Ben, most impressive!!! Obi-Wan has taught you well, you have mastered your fear!!🤣 You've just gone from strength to strength these last couple of years, it's very motivational to see and follow along, a well deserved podium there!!!👏👏👏👏👏
Thanks very much Bev! It was a wicked day out on the trails. I really enjoyed the race and the result was an added bonus. Thanks very much for all the support I really appreciate it. 😎🤘
Well done - nice to come away with a bit of wood! Top training for this - you are getting very good at these. Probably helps to avoid too many towpaths and coaching others and actually do what you say. Conditions looked nice and summery in your race. Bet mud on heels would have been seen if this was on Sunday. Don't know this area at all - looked nice if hilly of course!
Cheers Tim! It was a good test to see how much goal pace I could pay down over nearly 9 hours of running. 🤣 Glad that the mud on heels was pretty minimal although I didamage to find one splashy puddle that was concealed by some long grass. Cracking day out though. I think you should give it a whirl in 2025. 😉
Great job Ben, it looked pretty hot out there at one point ☀ You were still looking strong towards the end 💪 2nd place male is fantastic & your Dad had great timing giving you the beer!
Cheers Martin! It was a cracking day for running. It was warm during that middle section of the race. The race was really well organized and the support was top notch. Thanks for the support as always mate! 😎🤘
Cheers Carp! It's a great race mate. Certainly one to look in too. 👍 The tectons are superb mate. Very bouncy and comfy. Not sure they're quite worth the price tag but if you can get a bit of discount on them they are certainly worth trying. 😎🤘
This looks like such a good event. Congrats on the result. Incredible work mate 🙌 Your vids are getting better and better. Enjoyed this one a lot 👌 Keep them coming 🔥
It was a wicked race Michael! Well worth checking out in 2025. Really well organized and a cracking course. Local to you which is ideal really. Thanks for checking out the video and the support bud. 😎🤘
This was so enjoyable to watch, mainly because I have followed all your training and it's so good and so inspiring to see you execute the perfect race after such consistent training. This is superb and I'm so happy for you. Serious goose-bumps as you entered the Cricket ground. Chapeau. First of many trophies.
Thanks very much Neil I am glad you enjoyed the video mate. It was a cracking race and I had a superb day out. The pressures on now to try and hit first place 🤣 Thanks for all the support buddy! 😎🤘
Brilliant race and brilliant result Ben. Great filming as you really captured all the different views and terrain - was definitely warm across the fields !!!
Cheers Rick! It was a struggle to keep up with you towards the start you were flying through Detling. 🏃🔥🔥🔥 It was a superb event and the weather was warm but pretty decent for running. Hope you've recovered well bud. 😎🤘
Absolutely fantastic Ben! Well done ! What a route! All the gard work you put in is now showing in these races. Taking them in your stride. Hard work but you absolutely smashed it. Great edit also once again. Well done 👏
Cheers Stephen! It was a top day across the board mate! The event was superb, the course was great and the weather was blinding. Cheers for all the support mate! 😎🤘
What a race! Sounds like a super event mate and what a strong performance, absolutely smashed it. Great to see it all come together. And your Dad bringing you the beer and the end, he knows what you need 😅🎉
Cheers Ben! It was a top event. Really well organised. Just like a centurion race on a smaller scale. Well worth looking into. Thanks for the support as always bud! 😎🤘
Well done Ben. You were looking so strong all the way through, although a few facial shots showed the suffering. 2nd male is amazing, you really are up there with the athletes these days. I can't believe how far you have come since I started following you in those very early videos. So pleased that all the hard work has paid off for you.
Thanks very much for the kind words Pete. You're quite right mate. I was certainly suffering towards the end. 🤣 It was a brilliant race and I really enjoyed my time out on the trails. I hope you're well bud. Thanks for watching. 😎🤘
