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Eliud Kipchoge is a Kenyan long distance runner, and the 2016 Olympic marathon gold medallist. He has been described as “the greatest marathoner of the modern era”.
He came to prominence in 2003 by winning the junior race at the IAAF World Cross Country Championships, setting a world junior record over 5000 metres on the track and then becoming world champion at the 2003 World Championships in Athletics. An Olympic 5000 m bronze for Kenya followed at the 2004 Athens Olympics and he took another bronze at the 2006 IAAF World Indoor Championships.
A series of silver medals came, starting at the 2007 World Championships in Athletics before another runner-up placing at the 2008 Summer Olympics. He was fifth at the 2009 World Championships but again reached the podium at the 2010 Commonwealth Games; he was second behind Moses Kipsiro in the 5000 metres. He has won four medals at editions of the annual IAAF World Athletics Final and is a five-time 5000 m finalist at the World Championships.
His 3000 metres best of 7:27.66 ranks him as the 12th fastest at the distance ever and his 5000 m best of 12:46.53 makes him the fourth fastest ever in the event.
David Bedford OBE is an English former long-distance runner, whose athletic career spanned the early 1970s. Post retirement he served as race director of the London Marathon until 2012, and is the Chairman of the IAAF Road Running Commission (since 2012), as well as sitting on the IAAF Cross Country Committee as the UK Athletics elected representative.
Bedford held the 10,000 metres world record, improving it by 7.6 seconds with his time of 27 minutes 30.80 seconds in 1973. He also held the British records for 3000 m steeplechase and 5000 metres. He usually ran in distinctive red socks, which later led to a well publicised dispute about the use of similarly attired runners in advertisements.
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"Only the disciplined ones are free in life. If you are undisciplined you are a slave to your emotions and your passions". VERY POWERFUL!!
@SM-qk7jv
4 жыл бұрын
14:35 to 15:00
@immanuelnguyo5035
4 жыл бұрын
Kipchoge the mental changer.
@legalconveyance9537
4 жыл бұрын
The lectures terrific bro terrific
@jameskuria511
4 жыл бұрын
looking for another video recently autoplayed before this one, posted around same time with this one. Eliud was in a one on one with another former European marathoner, Eliud listed his achievements but most of the talk was done by the other guy. if you have a clue please reply with the title or link
@mhamoudhusein4368
Жыл бұрын
That's true
Who's here after 2020 Tokyo Olympics❤ Congratulations champ. This world is yours. We're living in it.
@masomza347
3 жыл бұрын
🙋
@hudsontheson8292
3 жыл бұрын
🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪3years ago
@megsiepoohbear6868
3 жыл бұрын
Me sir, what a speech!
@TenzinLundrup
3 жыл бұрын
Very inspiring!
@laurenoutdoorsy5418
2 жыл бұрын
Hah! Same!
I'm utterly obsessed with this man. Eliud Kipchoge is my #1 hero right now.
@Lionofjudah24
4 жыл бұрын
Brian Messemer I feel you man, he is so humble
@Mburu_FX
4 жыл бұрын
@Brian Messemer you man didn't disappoint.
@Faiselmoha
4 жыл бұрын
How about after he run the sub 2hr
@stefanvasilakopoulos443
4 жыл бұрын
Dude, same.
@doreenogolah994
2 жыл бұрын
Òooouh ❤
Who is here after 1:59:40 record
@abrahambiwottkemboi4879
4 жыл бұрын
Right here sir... The G.O.A.T did it
@TheBabu200
4 жыл бұрын
Me me
@phylliskamau9911
4 жыл бұрын
with you
@grahamkeil3219
4 жыл бұрын
Me too !
@lorrahkakuu1361
4 жыл бұрын
I'm here.
"Only the disciplined ones are free in life. If you are undisciplined you are a slave to your emotions and your passions" Eliud Kipchoge (14:46 in the video)
@calebboyer1258
6 жыл бұрын
disciplined in the knowledge of Christ
@brandonwilson2732
5 жыл бұрын
So true.
@monicadprr
5 жыл бұрын
the scorpio man ruled his passions
@tuesdaysrunner4038
5 жыл бұрын
Yet his passion is running! So does that mean that he is a "slave to running"?
@jeremywilliams6246
5 жыл бұрын
Tuesdays Runner No because he isn't undisciplined, so he is not a slave to his passions
11:30 - Factors to consider to be successful. The best part of the video starts here. 1. Self Discipline 2. Preparation 3. Organization 4. Positive thinking 5. Work with other people. 6. Consistency 7. Accept and adapt to change
@titusngunjiri4306
4 жыл бұрын
Great
@collinsbrobbey
4 жыл бұрын
True!
@DenDen-wr9rh
4 жыл бұрын
Right
@godisgood2675
4 жыл бұрын
True
@Unclesam00001
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
"self discipline is doing what's right rather than doing what you feel like doing"
@EugeneSJones
6 жыл бұрын
This lecture should be mandatory for our youth to listen and decipher. Lord knows they need it.
@daijonlinear9593
6 жыл бұрын
Tiffany Vanderbilt 💯
@hedialaya3230
4 жыл бұрын
The issue si when it is no longer clear what's the right thing to do
@ericmugambi29
4 жыл бұрын
I concur with him
@Unclesam00001
3 жыл бұрын
True
Kenyans let's all flock here and appreciate our hero for the 1:59 challenge. This is a big mark in the world for our country Kenya. Congratulations kipchonge!
@linousofficial2594
4 жыл бұрын
Here with you
@francismuli8947
2 жыл бұрын
It’s not even about being a Kenyan but a proper human being.
@rosa629
Жыл бұрын
Say East Africans...am from Tanzania
@Arun71150
Жыл бұрын
TWENDE TWENDE
@toukka4
4 ай бұрын
He is European
Give this man the Nobel Prize
@dogdaybreak3157
6 жыл бұрын
Agreed. Eliud is an ambassador.
@vinayrajpilania564
6 жыл бұрын
harry cronos agree
@seer1623
5 жыл бұрын
Yes, in this case you are absolutely right. Eliud is peerless.
@tuesdaysrunner4038
5 жыл бұрын
You can't just give people the Nobel Prize because you like them! Like ex-President Obama who got the Nobel Peace Prize for doing...what exactly?
@igor.c4455
5 жыл бұрын
For what?
"I was offered a chance" to be part of breaking 2 project. My god, this man is humility in person.
@njengamuturi4681
5 жыл бұрын
Man!!! The humility in that statement... I was offered a chance despite the fact that he really deserves that slot he's not entitled at all.
@njengamuturi4681
5 жыл бұрын
That really resonated well with me.... Despite the fact that he's the G.O.A.T he's not entitled at all...
@kostakontos
5 жыл бұрын
So true :) At 8:55 for anyone who is interested.
@dsg1992
5 жыл бұрын
@@kostakontos Thank you for the timestamp :)
@jameskuria511
4 жыл бұрын
looking for another video recently autoplayed before this one, posted around same time with this one. Eliud was in a one on one with another former European marathoner, Eliud listed his achievements but most of the talk was done by the other guy. if you have a clue please reply with the title or link
I met Kipchoge at a cafe in Nairobi a week after the Berlin Marathon shoe incident and he was waiting to get his US visa to go see Nike in the US about the defective shoes. Nike was in a panic and had summoned him. This man is a special human being, humble and modest to the core. I am honored to have met the only human on this earth who has run the times he has. I was utterly humbled in his presence. A truly great man with an amazing energy and presence.
How could you not love him ????He's a legend
yes a real hero.....The man is Kind....and Purely hard working and God Blessed with lots of strength and success.
@scolasticawambui1860
5 жыл бұрын
Nice
@jameskuria511
4 жыл бұрын
looking for another video recently autoplayed before this one, posted around same time with this one. Eliud was in a one on one with another former European marathoner, Eliud listed his achievements but most of the talk was done by the other guy. if you have a clue please reply with the title or link
@Hollbolline
3 жыл бұрын
❤️
Amazing to watch this after he has just completed the “impossible” this guy had me in tears watching today one of the most moving things i have ever experienced. Amazing person, amazing Human.
@irenedavo3768
4 жыл бұрын
Shades Of Ali please watch 8 videos of Jim Nduruchi
What an incredible man; a fine example of excellence. So humble. Pure in heart and mind. Such eloquence, deliberate yet graceful too. I literally hung onto every word he said. A hero and legend #NoHumanIsLimited
Surely, how can someone dislike such an inspirational video by legend Eliud? If you feel motivated let's give this amazing guy a like.!
I am so proud to be a Kenyan because of Eliud Kipchoge, Wish you and your family all the best
When you listen to an example of an athlete like that, there is no better than examining yourself and see what I lack, until today I am missing a lot, thank you Mr. Kipchoge for all knowledge, it is a great privilege to live in the same time as you. Thanks for what you do
@benardg.mukola3976
4 жыл бұрын
This was a year ago, I shed tears. Today after 1.59.40.20 I'm helpless
I will watch for a second time in order to write down all the precious words and advices coming from Eliud. This speech should be a part of guide book "how to live" included in every school teaching programme.
@softhealer
5 жыл бұрын
Karol Nehring you can use the caption to help you with that
@suleimanmuhammad893
4 жыл бұрын
😂
@d.jmakelele7687
4 жыл бұрын
He lectures the world
i don't know why but his eyes show such focus and determination it amazes me every time
@bevamone3147
4 жыл бұрын
Fazle Rabbi windows to the soul. You see the intense determination........ within.
Listening to this after Eliud Kipchoge has broken the 2 hr barrier in Vienna is so inspiring.
Anyone else rewatching this after he set the WR. At Berlin. Again?!?! This guy is unbelievable whether on the roads or at the podium. So many pearls of wisdom here.
He set the world record in Berlin today. Historic and amazing.
@luvax
5 жыл бұрын
and will beat him in few years.
@nigerccie1
4 жыл бұрын
l аm frоm Каzаkstаn ok
@Jeyblox
4 жыл бұрын
And He broke the 2 hour barrier yesterday. Historic and amazing
@kyalomusau2704
Жыл бұрын
And today he has broken this record
@alfonsozendejaslopez727
Жыл бұрын
He did it again, amazing!!!
The humility in you Eliud makes me humble..Your resilience and discipline oh my,May God always uplift you and be blessed
This is why he is the best marathoner now. This was so thoughtful, beautiful, and highly, motivational speech!
Well composed and a good speech. Well done Eliud , we are proud of you here in Kenya.
@BoringDad1272
5 жыл бұрын
Shadrack Kibet That shows Kenya has a good education system.
Amazing! I'm so happy you posted this, thank you. This man is a hero to me
If 2 hours is broke in my life time it will be by this man
@Harihar_Patel
4 жыл бұрын
He can do it easily, better shoes, better track, better weather, and pace makers stopping air resistance (to a degree). I say he comes across in 1:59 flat.
@oliviambabazi6255
4 жыл бұрын
If you're alive tomorrow Saturday 12th October 2019, you're in.
@samsonmusyoka5396
4 жыл бұрын
@Marlin weekley, tomorrow is the day.
@georgewaititu5294
4 жыл бұрын
You were right he did it
@oliviambabazi6255
4 жыл бұрын
There you're, @Marlin Weekley....1:59:40
Being a role model to many is a blessing.... Discipline and hardwork is equal to success
This was beautiful and wonderful to listen to. You promised a beautiful London race and you delivered. Thank you, sir.
Hongera Bro! Now see, you’re giving a lecture at Oxford University as a man in his own class, we all have different paths, and you brother, you have made us all proud!
I’m here after the 1:59:40 record, who else ? This man is up there with the first man on the moon . Amazing human being!!
@bukunmisanni2485
4 жыл бұрын
I'm here too. He is a legend.
@Ziks417
4 жыл бұрын
I'm here
"Plant the tree of self discipline"..... Memorable advice by the greatest long distance runner alive. I am impressed by this man's humility, while believing in himself at the same time. He never shirked his duties, like taking his turn to clean the toilets at running camp. All the best, Eliud Kipchoge.
best marathon runner ever, been following his career and am happy that you made it. keep running...
"Only the disciplined are free in life."
@victoryegon1371
6 жыл бұрын
VERY TRUE
@keren7
4 жыл бұрын
what does discipline has anything to do with being free in life?
@kithinga
4 жыл бұрын
@@keren7 it keeps you free from self guilt
@zamiramaria9757
4 жыл бұрын
Poweeful
@jameskuria511
4 жыл бұрын
looking for another video recently autoplayed before this one, posted around same time with this one. Eliud was in a one on one with another former European marathoner, Eliud listed his achievements but most of the talk was done by the other guy. if you have a clue please reply with the title or link
What an amazing human being this man is. He makes me proud to be a human
Who else came here to mentally prepare for the #INEOS159 Challenge?
Who is here after Eliud Kipchoge in INEOS
@ndirangushelmith4842
4 жыл бұрын
Myselefu
@njorok7368
4 жыл бұрын
🖐
@jimivory669
4 жыл бұрын
Count me into that# !!!
@godisgood2675
4 жыл бұрын
Me
@jameskuria511
4 жыл бұрын
looking for another video recently autoplayed before this one, posted around same time with this one. Eliud was in a one on one with another former European marathoner, Eliud listed his achievements but most of the talk was done by the other guy. if you have a clue please reply with the title or link
What an incredible humble but confident Man. Greatest runner of all time. One of the best human beings ever
I'm crying 🙏👏❤God is great he has brought you from far Eliud kipchoge ✌👊👏👏👏❤
Thanks for the video. Very nice to get to know more about Eliud Kipchoge. Great athlete and wise man. His speech is full of beautiful teachings about life.
wow ..wow..wow...What a wonderful Speech. God Bless HIm.!!🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
I don't think everyone understands how absolutely phenomenal this man is. Even if you don't believe he did this naturally, he still went faster than ever before on his own two feet.
@anir27kol
6 жыл бұрын
drew osamu true.. The audience ain't doing justice .. He's an absolute genius
@seer1623
6 жыл бұрын
Yes, he is, and not just a brilliant runner, he’s a grand master.
@tuforu4
6 жыл бұрын
NO SILLY AMERICAN TECHNOLOGY
@samsonhejl
5 жыл бұрын
@@seer1623 "the" grandmaster
@moes2759
5 жыл бұрын
What's unnatural about it? I don't think there is any part of the run that it wasn't him running. Pacers don't run for u. They are just company and morale. Remember it wasn't a race. He wasn't competing with anyone except the clock. Nothing unnatural at all.
Amazing humble human being,proudly Kenyan!!
If Oxford can listen to Eliud We must be taking this opportunity his advice is phenomenon
Good job Eliud... discipline is a key in every aspect of life... be it financial, relationship or Academics . Discipline plays a major role in success
Bravo kipchoge! You are a true hero. Good testimony. Life is a a complete story.
I strongly believe Marathoners are the most humbled athletes. This guy is just a fitting example.
@tuesdaysrunner4038
5 жыл бұрын
Perhaps you are confusing "dehydration" or "fatigue" with "humbleness". But yes, long distance running can "humble" you...
@talishnauth9166
5 жыл бұрын
@@tuesdaysrunner4038 not at all. Why would you even say that ?
@seer1623
5 жыл бұрын
It’s all the self-flaggellation, haha.
@mojojojoe100
5 жыл бұрын
I agree, i think it has to do with the extreme patience required in running 20 miles all the time and not going too fast in the beginning. a lot less patience required in running 400m repeats for 5,000m training. The gratification also comes in smaller quantities as you can race 5,000m a lot more frequently than the marathon
@BenRamer
5 жыл бұрын
No swimming is more hard working because it required whole body to swim fast
How many Kenyans 🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪 after inos marathon!!! Eliud you are really amazing, humbled and kind hearted!!! Much love our Kenyan brother 🥰🥰🥰
Greatest marathoner ever - phenomenal man.
Imagine giving a lecture, remembering all the races and time without reference. Boss you are wooow. Myself I can't even recall the events I went through in January this year.
I am learning a lot from you big brother, God bless you. Proud to be a Kenyan
A living legend. Thanks for sharing.
You made it Kipchoge,we are so proud of you you all the time....we appreciate more.no man is limited is always on my mind when I see you congratulations
The intellectuals receiving doses of Eliud the Kipchoge. My goodness
@narujan6217
4 жыл бұрын
Fascinating and coming from somebody who never went to college.
He speaks of running in local races as if it’s not big deal, but he is actually running against the best in the world there
@omw2fub559
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah😂😂
@Fullbomaproduction254
4 жыл бұрын
True
@JasonGafar
4 жыл бұрын
hahahah. I know. Kipchoge is a legend.
@olivierletellier8280
4 жыл бұрын
But they are running with the best ever...
Forget about motivational speakers. I've gotten enough motivation from this, from a man who's trully been there like Eliud than mostly any motivational speaker i've listened to in my whole life.
This man is my hero, my inspiration. He is very humble and nice also smart. Thank you so much for upload this vdo.
Great talk and congratulate you for another gold medal in Tokyo 2020. I saw you run in Sapporo this morning and reminded me Abebe in1964 Tokyo Olympics. A running philosopher.
My ooh my, Wisdom, Humility and excellence all packed in one Human being!
What a legend! The world needs more heroes like Kipchoge! More power to him.
Thanks for uploading this. Fascinating to listen to.
I love his motivation,,he will inspired people in all walks of life,,because all he said can really apply to our daily life not only in sports but also in works and others,,he is very humble despite of the success the he have
Congratulations Mr Kipchoge. Kenya is proud of you. You have truly challenged the time. Running 42kms under 2hrs. Very amazing. 1:59.40. Discipline means success.
Kipchoge is a God given brother to the World,Kenya should be proud.
Oooooh my this guy is on another leval a real legend, a nice speech
Eluid is the most simplest and legendary play I know, pure motivation...!!
a legend indeed a very humble man, this is from experience with...few months ago... congratulations for breaking Berlin marathon record
This one touched me so much
What a champ! With much respect sir, thank you for inspiring us!
have you noticed that the students ask a question, stand while its being answered and let him answer without interruption? Thats what I call COURTESY. The Story in American institutions is exactly opposite. Anyway congrats after INEOS 1.59!!
@mercywaithaka3708
4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely respectful!!! i just love the ettiquete in
Pure Greatness in such a Champion. Truly, it is only the Disciplined ones that are free in Life
That was very good and it was a privilege to be able to watch it. There is a lot of meat there to chew on for inspiration.
Here after the 1.59 record. What an amazing gentleman.
A living legend. So happy I get live at a time that I can watch his runs live
Humble man with a kindred spirit
@keddysafi2351
4 жыл бұрын
true
Very motivational!
You're such a humble hero...we celebrate you Eliud Kipchoge and always will.
Quite insightful and inspiring. Such talks should be made mandatory for some of our schools and children.
"The world is full of challenges and, we must challenge ourselves." Eliud Kipchoge
He has too Good English in Him, Queens English, Kudos Eliud, We Kenyans Love you as our Hero!!
What a humble man. He is so pure and kind.
"If humility was a person" I love you Eliud,may your territories expand!
Wow! wow! wow! Eliud inspires me on so many levels. Thanks Eliud and Oxford.
Amazing talk. Everything is possible.
This is the best Oxford talk of them all
Thanks so much for the upload.
Humility personified.. A WONDERFUL MAN.
Amazing human. He set the new level of human spirit. Great inspiration.
Kipchoge is the best kenyan athlete ever. Ever consistent. Great motivation. Have learnt alot
amazing piece of video!.. thanks for organizing and sharing and looking forward to see the big marathon
This champ..Eliud just keeps getting stronger as age goes. Self discipline I can say..Tokyo Olympics again. No limits here! Great brother. 2001-2021 amazing my country man.
An icon living #iconliving. Thank you Kipchoge for being brave enough to follow your dreams... we are better because of you. A true gift to humanity and an inspiration to all of us.
"Only when you are discipline is when you free" the legendary himself; Eliud Kipchoge! It is a great representation of your success sir. I still believe you will break the 2hrs barrier.
@bevamone3147
4 жыл бұрын
Al Kip just did 🙌🏾
@Unclesam00001
2 жыл бұрын
He did it
Very motivating. This man is smart in all; both in his career and intelligence. Proud to be associated with him!
Self discipline he mentioned is what of his great philosophy quote "Don't lie to yourself." I think when we committed our self to do something i.e. marathon PB, we push and push until we achieved them. No simple joke.
@AllyLambada
6 жыл бұрын
Grit Vongnaya go and slap him because he lostw to u😂
He just smashed the WR in Berlin, with an absolutely amazing performance
Well done, I especially like his humility.
@fahim113
6 жыл бұрын
Seems to be a theme with distance runners, Bekele, Kipketer and many others the same. Compare that to footballers...
@tuesdaysrunner4038
5 жыл бұрын
Not sure I agree with "humility". The first part he is simply bragging about all his wins and medals...that isn't being humble to me. Perhaps you are confusing his mild speaking manner with being humble...though he does seem like a respectable human being.
@Bio54633
5 жыл бұрын
With most Africans. Its the way most of us are brought up
@Bio54633
5 жыл бұрын
Thats not bragging, just a statement of facts
@reubengathogo6155
5 жыл бұрын
@@tuesdaysrunner4038 not bragging but telling, it was part of the lecture.
After finding myself here , I now know why this great hero made it. Self- discipline is the greatest of all. "To win alone isn't important" I love this # no human is limited# Kudos..
Beautiful heart, beautiful intelligence, hail Lord Kipchoge.
@neerakorianimalsaidunlimit749
4 жыл бұрын
Nice
@neerakorianimalsaidunlimit749
4 жыл бұрын
Nice