Running a Sub 3 hour Marathon: Manchester Marathon 2023
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- čas přidán 18. 04. 2023
- Join me, PKS Runs, on an incredible journey as I take on the Manchester Marathon 2023, chasing the elusive sub-3-hour dream! In this video, I document my entire experience, from the pre-race nerves to the finish, and everything in between.
Follow along as I drive up to Manchester with my support team, including my family and friend Bun, who will be handing me drinks and cheering me on throughout the race. I'll be sharing my thoughts, feelings, and strategies as I prepare for the big day, including my plan to follow the 3-hour pacer and my hopes for achieving a sub-3:15 or even sub-3-hour finish time.
Experience the excitement and camaraderie of race day as I meet fellow runners like Calvern from South Africa, who is also aiming for a sub-3-hour finish, and Gav, who is running his second marathon of the year and raising money for an important cause. I'll be sharing the highs and lows of the race, including my struggles with cramping and the incredible support from the crowds lining the streets of Manchester.
In this video, I also discuss my journey of personal growth and overcoming anxiety, pushing myself out of my comfort zone and embracing the marathon experience. From interacting with the crowds to perfecting my water station technique, I'll share how I conquered my fears and found joy in the moment.
As I cross the finish line, I reflect on my accomplishment and the future of my running journey. With a newfound sense of pride and determination, I consider the possibility of tackling more marathons and continuing to share my story with the world.
The Manchester Marathon is a popular long-distance running event held annually in Greater Manchester, England. It was previously known as the Greater Manchester Marathon until 2020. The most recent marathon was held on 16 April 2023, with the finish line located at the Old Trafford Cricket Ground.
With only 54 meters of elevation, it is claimed to be the flattest marathon course in the UK. However, past editions of the Manchester Marathon have been found to be too short, causing invalid times in 2013, 2014, and 2015. The marathon has a rich history, with the first marathon in the Manchester area held in 1908. The current course passes through several famous landmarks, including Old Trafford football ground, Chorlton, Hulme, Stretford, and Manchester City Centre.
MY GEAR IN THIS VIDEO
Underwear - Kalenji Breatheable Running Briefs :
Socks - Kiprun Running Socks with fine straps
Calf Sleeves - Kiprun Running 900 Compression Sleeves
Race Shorts - ChickNLegs Green Llamas 2" Split
Race Top - New Balance Impact Run Singlet
Shoes - Saucony Endorphin Elite
Fuel Belt - Ron Hill Marathon Waist Belt
Gels - SiS
Electrolytes - High5 Zero
HR Monitor - Garmin HRM Pro
Watch - Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Solar
Headphones - Apple Airpod Pro
Kenesiology Tape - Rocktape
Lube - Body Glide
Hair Wax - GotToBe Beach Matt
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Great video. Congrats on achieving sub 3. But even bigger congrats for overcoming your own fears and insecurities.
With these big events, it's not just the running, as you said, everyone has a story and everyone has there own fears and doubts. The runners, the crowds, the experience make up something much bigger. You become a part of something very special.
If you fancy embracing the journey, do london or raise money for charity, or both?
Congrats again. Be proud of how far you've come
Thank you so much for the encouragement. I will definitely continue the journey and do another marathon to raise money for the Brain Tumour charity, which is a cause very close to my family. I definitely feel very supported, and lifted up through this whole experience which is why I decided to put myself out there. Are you training for anything?
Well done Paul. Brilliant effort. You come across like a genuine guy. You shouldn't worry about what others think. Do what makes you happy. Great video and well done again!
Thanks so much - so genuinely humbled and encouraged by comments like this. Really makes it feel worthwhile (the sub-3 kind of does too). Did you run? Do you have any races coming up?
@@pksruns I did run. It was my first marathon. Now I’m absolutely hooked. Managed to scrape 2:59. I’ve got Edinburgh at the end of May and Chicago in October. Have you got anymore lined-up?
I will definitely do another - certainly entering the ballot for London but would like to do something this year! How did you choose your races?
I love this video. You are so honest and lots of us feel like that, well done on pushing your boundaries. I thought the interviews were really good and the change from the train to whooping up the crowd is amazing. So pleased you had a great race. I hope more people watch this beacuse it’s a great message.
Thank you so much - I am genuinely so encouraged by this message. It’s really important to me that what I put out is really genuine as so many people struggle with stuff like this but assume they’re the only one. Hopefully the right people will find my vids - I’ll keep going with them!
I really enjoyed watching this and found your honesty a real breath of fresh air. Well done and here’s to the next adventure!!!
Thanks so much - I believe being honest about the highs and the lows is really important (if a little uncomfortable at times). What are you training for at the moment?
@@pksruns I just did Manchester on Sunday (my first marathon!). Doing Leeds in 3 weeks. But my big one is September - 100 km along the Thames path
Wow! That is incredible! The Thames Path run blows my mind! I’d love to run an ultra one day, but I think want to focus on speed for another couple of years! I may have got the bug 😂
I really hope it goes well in Leeds! I’ll be cheering you on 🙌🏼
@@pksruns thanks so much. I don’t actually know what my ‘thing’ is yet - speed / short distance / long distance / ultras. I have a feeling it MIGHT be ultras as the idea of a slower pace but for ages does appeal to me. Having said that, I recently got a 5k pb at a park run and loved that 😂
Yeah I think I like the idea of ultras, but like you also feel I still have some pace in the legs! Let me know when you find your thing 😜
I do exactly the same with water bottles and volunteers at aid stations. Nice story. Well done.
Ah great minds think alike! It worked really well once I got past the awkwardness 😔🙌🏼
What is your next race?
@@pksruns Thames Path 100 for me. You?
@@FilmMyRun see you there!! (The 100k - I’m not doing the 100m)
I haven’t decided yet - was thinking about doing a local parkrun 🤣
But again, have never done one before because of the social anxiety I’ve been struggling will still be a battle 😖
Massive kudos for you doing the Thames Path - will you be filming?
Congratulations 👊🏽 I've been reliving the Marathon through videos like yours, I finished in 2:59:20 and really appreciate the pressure relief you felt having achieved the A goal.
Oh wow! Awesome work - it's such a great feeling isn't it! Did you spot yourself in there, and was the finish line as chaotic for you as it was for me - SOOO busy!!
Huge congrats Paul! A phenomenal achievement
Thanks so much mate - when will you be lacing up your shoes?
What an amazing video! Such a genuine and kind guy. I’m running the Manchester Marathon for the first time in 2024 and it can’t come soon enough!
Thank you so much - I’m so encouraged, and you are going to love Manchester next year. Will that be your first marathon?
@@pksruns yeah, my first marathon! Hoping that it will be the first of many!
You’ll get the bug I’m sure 💪🏼
Well done buddy, fabulous effort. I loved the day too.
Thank you so much - did you do a video also? If so I'll definitely come and have a watch 😊. What's next for you?
Well done, what a fantastic time. I am looking forward to running the Manchester Marathon in 2024.
Thanks so much! It was a great race. Will this be your first marathon or are you an old timer?
Fantastic time and a brilliant journey over the last few months to get there! Well done Paul - you are an absolute star and the Videos show what a genuine and humble guy you are
It takes a lot to put yourself out there and do these videos, interviewing complete strangers and more importantly run at that pace whilst filming yourself and talking to the camera - crazy man!! LOL
You have achieved so much and you can be so proud of yourself for coming out of your comfort zone and facing your fears - Top work young man!
p.s we never did see those shorts on Thursday at The Grove - they were wicked!! Maybe they can come out for a Quirk's London 5km on the Thursday morning - I haven't done a run since my heart attack but should be good for a slow one..... Sub 30mins would be good!!
Thanks so much for the comment and for all the encouragement over the last few months. I promise you’ll get to see my chicken legs in the flesh some time soon.
Great effort !! You didn't sound so confident driving up, but hell mate, you did it, sub3 haha winner 🥇 😂
Congratulations! Fantastic achievement and great video!
Thank you so much - really encouraged to hear you enjoyed it.
Well done pal. Nothing else matches that feeling of over coming fears and hitting an achievement. Bravo.
Thank you so much. Are you training for anything at the moment?
@@pksruns so I’ve started running for the first time in 2 years again. Signed up for the Manchester 10k in May and the Manchester Half in October
Ah that's awesome to hear - how is the training going?
@@pksruns really good thanks….just signed up for the full Manchester Marathon next year this morning too!
That’s awesome - will you be going for any time in particular?
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Thanks so much G. Sorry you weren’t there to cheer me on. Maybe we can do one together one day?
Well done!
Thank you so much. Do you have an upcoming race?
Well done 👏
Thanks so much - I’m excited for the next one! You got any races planned?
@PKS Runs yes. Montane Spine Sprint race in June which is just a tad under 50miles. A Gravel bike Duathlon in a couple of weeks and the big event for me this year is the Lakeland 100 in July.
Wowsers! How are you training for that! Good luck in these events 🙌🏼
Awesome time and well done for being honest an open about the filming, and the water tip👍🏻
Thanks so much - I’m not sure if I’m more proud of water table tactics or my finishing time 🤣. Are you training for a race?
@@pksruns I’ve been chasing the elusive sun 3 for a while, Manchester last year but didn’t run well, 3:40ish. Haven’t been able to get below 3:27pb various issues…reoccurring injury and such. Haven’t got Mara planned for this year yet…..Chester may be on the Cards….will see….just trying to get back into it at the moment. Great channel keep up the good work💪🏻👍🏻
You will definitely get there if you put the effort in - it’s never too late! My advice is plenty of lowHR training! Go get yourself signed up for something 💪🏼
Great video Paul! Well done on breaking the sub 3 hours it’s a great achievement. I believe mental health is a huge part of running asking yourself can I? You certainly did!
Thank you so much - I absolutely agree. There is always a niggling question being played in the internal dialogue. Are you training for anything atm?
@@pksruns I’m doing a 100 mile ultra marathon the elephant bear & bull race at the end of this month! I believe that as runner the biggest battle can be in our minds! I’m glad you shouted out in the finish!
Ah you’re a real runner! How did you transition to ultras? I’m keen to do one at some point…
@@pksruns I live on a whole food plant based diet. I have endless amounts of energy that’s why I could adapt to longer runs! I run for vegan runners!
Oh that’s interesting - I read Finding Ultra last summer and was quite inspired, but I just don’t find vegan food all that inspiring 😩
Congrats and welcome to the sub 3 club :)
Thanks so much 🙌🏼
What’s your next race?
@@pksruns Sibiu Hometown Romania, then Mikkeli Finland and October Bucharest World Masters Championships (all Marathon)
@@RaphaelIgrisianu oh wow - that’s an amazing line up. Hope they go well. Are you on Strava? I’ll give you a follow
@@pksruns of course. I'll also reply it. Hope to get back sub 3, but I'm struggling 3:13 now. Last time at age 42, age is catching up. 10 years ago it was 2:41:19. But maybe I can approach 3 again.
Well done, great time!
Thank you so much. It was TOUGH! Did you run?
@@pksruns I ran Newport marathon same day and also managed sub 3 for the first time. So I can definitely relate 😉 and I enjoyed your video which popped up in my feed 👍
So pleased to hear - part of the sub-3 club 🙌🏼. It’s such an awesome feeling, and pleased I made it into your feed 😊.
Bloody well done Paul! Looks like I was following you most of way as had the 3hr pacer in sight till the first hill heading towards a bridge. What next for you?
Oh awesome! How did you enjoy the race? Was it your first time at Manchester? I haven't quite decided what's next, but I've got a few thoughts percolating... watch this space 😊
@@pksruns loved the race. it was my second time running it and have supported a few years there also. if you want a fast flat course for autumn, head for Frankfurt!
Oh nice - I’d love to do an international one. What was your finish time?
@@pksruns Manchester was 3:02 and was notified yesterday that i qualified for England Marathon Masters team in that race.
@@PoetWithPace that’s amazing! What age group is masters? 3:02 is seriously impressive 👏
Amazing man - amazing friend!
Thank you so much - are you training for anything yourself?
@@pksruns at the moment just general fitness, but I would definitely want to achieve a fitness goal in the near future 😄
Great stuff - I think setting a goal that you can hold yourself accountable for is great - maybe start with a parkrun?
@@pksruns I know 😂 I’m definitely going to have to set some goals for myself this summer!
Do it - you won’t regret it (your body might hate you though at first 🤪)
I’m trying to decide whether to run Manchester in 2024 - looking for a flat - fast marathon; would you recommend it?
Hmmm…. It’s flattish, but I suspect there are flatter! It was a pretty uninspiring course with a very long outward stretch which was slightly uphill… I can only compare this to Lisbon which I did in October so not sure if flat and fast would describe it! I’ve heard Newport is a good one for fast and flat
Great job on the Sub 3 but also on pushing yourself to do the camera in public.. not easy
Thank you so much - I really was terrified. It’s a shame I couldn’t grab the instagram live vids from the day as you can really see the anxiety as I am walking through the crowds - having people responding to me live on camera was such an encouragement. Are you training for anything?
@@pksruns Im sure it was! Thats great. yes im running Belfast Marathon next weekend. Im not sure if I will take the camera with me or not.. might take it without the stick as i dont want it annoying me
I hope that goes really well - yeah I usually use an extendable stick and used the shorty in the end as it was smaller and lighter, but annoyingly the shots aren’t as good! Next goal could be to be fit enough to run sub-3 with the extendable stick!! Let me know how Belfast goes