Thank you Victoria. Your delaying tactics were enough to enable me to beat Stephen by one minute. Your £50 is in the post. Same again at the next race Stephen and I are both in? Stephen - I used to have the same issue with gels that you have but I tried High5 gels and found that they work for me. At London, I had one just before the start and then 7 on the way around. I don't mind the taste or texture and no stomach problems though I did still have the sticky finger issue. Maybe you just need to find the make that work for you. I'm in awe of your splits. I can't run anywhere as consistently as that, but then I do very little flat tarmac. I also managed to hit my bad point at 13 miles rather than you 20 miles. I did get a half marathon PB in the first half but the second was so hard and slow in comparison. Well done for getting around even if it isn't one where you were at your best. You know the reasons and will be back stronger and better once you can get the training in.

@victoriac2134

2 ай бұрын

You’re welcome! 🤣

@Ammerstol

2 ай бұрын

Thumbs up for the High5 gels. In a few weeks going for my first marathon and a friend suggested High5 gels. Tried them out, and they work for me. They sit very well in my stomach, and my stomach isn't always easy to please.

@robintaylor1466

2 ай бұрын

Try Veloforte gels ,all natural ingredients

You’re an inspiration Stephen. Well done.

Amazing how close Garmin race predictor is, I found exactly the same, missed several weeks of training due to a broken toe. Garmin said I was going to be 18mins slower than London 2023, ended up 21 mins slower, even splits up to 31k telling myself that I could keep those to the end. Nope, no mental drive, no pbs to push for, only pain. Result reflected my fitness level. Great thing with the marathon is we can reset and shoot again. Thanks for the great video's 👏🤙👍

150+ marathons!! Thanks for this insightful video, I love a post race review. I don’t love the back to back flus of course, I had that most of 2023. There will be another chance at 3 hours Stephen 💪 all the best

Just subbed! Well done on all your marathons. Wow! I wish I had support like that, handing me anything over the railings would have been amazing!! You are a lucky man, and you clearly love Victoria very much! Talking of gels, I never have experienced any boost or burst of energy, even with the caffeine gels. I'm not sure what is supposed to actually happen. I still seem to just continue to tire as the marathon goes on in spite of taking on 40-60g per hour (I weight 8stone!) It's all a total mystery to me tbh, so yeh if anyone knows please do share!

Appreciate the honest post-race reflection as there are many elements to any race. We can always benefit and learn from each other as I have from you. Thanks so much, better races (and nutrition?) ahead!

I love this video! Tracked you on the app and thought that you were a bit off your usual MP or overall Marathon time but knew there was more there. It really is about mindset and what you want and also since you already accomplished a good time, I wonder if it's just a matter of finishing at a decent time sometimes. And of course, never blame Victoria, haha. I'm training for Chicago and going to practice with gels and see what's working and what's not.

One of your best videos!! In a way it’s good to see that a runner of your experience still gets things wrong or the training/race doesn’t go your way. I think you’ve highlighted the struggles of marathon training really well. It’s ok that things don’t work out. There will be another training run, another training session or another race. Like I’ve already said, great video! 👌🏼 have you used tailwind for nutrition? It’s new to me but I feel it works well.

@FilmMyRun

2 ай бұрын

Thank you s much Alec. Really appreciate your comments. I have tried Tailwind, although only on ultra races. Never considered trying it for 26.2. It always makes me sick after about 30 miles, so a marathon might be just right!

I would never ever risk meeting a family member my fuel at a major marathon especially not London lol-thats incredible it worked as well as it did. I can see it would work loads on the trails and ultras multiple times. Ive got Leeds in a couple of weeks but keep getting ill too, just gonna dial the expectations back abit and carry 2 bottles of coke lol(I dont do gels either-feel like its against some kinda code of conduct!) Good luck with your health and hope your running somewhere near your potential soon. Great vlogg

@FilmMyRun

2 ай бұрын

We first did it when I did a PB in London in 2016 and it seemed to work fine. We did it again at Goodwood, which is laps and dead easy and then we did it again in Paris last year and it worked well. Unfortunately this year it didn’t work. It is always a risk in London. In Berlin I carried my own stuff but I hated it. I don’t want to be carrying anything (although of course I carry a camera most of the time!!) thanks so much for your thoughts on this. Good luck with Leeds. Do the best you can and enjoy!

I used to do a two-day depletion. I actually felt tons better the first time I did it which is the opposite of how you were meant to feel. It turned out that cutting out bread made me a lot fresher so I try and minimise bread intake to this day. Interesting how the lack of training spiralled into poor mental preparation and execution. Know Your Why springs to mind.

I love this channel!! You and Victoria are real inspirations to me and my wife! Oh and also being from Sussex tops it off 😂 I'm absolutely the same as you when it comes to Gels! I have tried so many different brands and none of them give me that "pick up" and I swear it just makes me feel worse too 😖

Great video Stephen! I’d encourage you to have another go at getting to grips with gels - Your current method is certainly not optimal (poor Victoria - the pressure to find you must be awful!) and taking away that stress knowing that you have everything you need on you would be great for both your confidence and psyche. The technology has moved on considerably since you stopped using them in terms of dual carb sources, so you might be surprised to find that the likes of Maurten or Precision Hydration settle better on your stomach. They are the undisputed optimal fuelling strategy for those of us without the luxury of elite drink stations!

@FilmMyRun

2 ай бұрын

Hi Emma. Thanks for this. I did try Maurten when they came out as everyone said they were awesome. I'll keep experimenting then on your recommendation!! Although, poor form to side with Victoria on this. It's her own fault for marrying me in the first place!!

I like the the mountain fuel gels, natural sports gel,

@FilmMyRun

2 ай бұрын

Thanks David. I will have a look at those.

@davidpage8147

2 ай бұрын

@@FilmMyRun just remember if anyone tells you it's insta energy... They are more than likely getting a kick from caffeine, it should take around 15 mins for the body to properly absorb the carbs

Lovely stuff 👍 fellow worthing runner, have seen you about and at a couple of Sussex trail events, will say hi next time 👍

Stephen. Ask yourself honestly. How many people are meeting someone in the crowd to pick up nutrition? Certainly not sub elite runners like you. So you have to carry this. My absolute top tip for you is....get a 500ml squeezy bottle. Fill it will 3 times concentrate of a sports drink that agrees with you. Then when you approach an aid station..take a small mouthful of the sports drink concentrate and then grab some water from the aid station and drink that. This massively helped me...esp because all races have differnt on course drinks...good luck

@FilmMyRun

2 ай бұрын

Yes you're completely right. I mean up to now it has worked collecting nutrition on the go, but I probably do need a better solution.

Hey Stephen, you should give Endurance Tap a try from Canada. I reckon you might really dig it if you can get your hands on it in the UK. It's straightforward and all-natural - just Maple Syrup, Sea Salt, and Ginger. So basically, it's got energy, electrolytes, and ginger to soothe the stomach. Unlike thick gels, it's smooth, not overly sweet, and has a slight salty kick that you hardly notice when you're in the zone. Plus, the packaging is neat with a small screw top, so no sticky fingers. I think it might be just what you're after. Sadly, I can't get it here in Mexico, but I actually make my own. It's pretty simple, then I just pour it into a small flask.

Congratulations.

For fuel to take with you maybe you should try some sort of gummy candy that you can pop in your mouth and drink watermelon juice with some electrolytes powder around mile 13 or 14. Just some ideas to test out hope they help. Also try to to do a pick up a little bit sooner like around mile 14-15 cause it won't be quite as crowded cause everyone is trying to get their nutriention supplies later on after mile 16 from what I've seen at marathons.

@FilmMyRun

2 ай бұрын

I did actually have some gummy sweets in my pocket but, although I was clearly slowing down, I didn't feel like I wanted them. I guess I should have forced myself. Thanks so much for watching and your comments are definitely appreciated.

Great channel. Especially love the shots you did in the video of the Arc course. Work of a true pro. Anyway, this is about marathon nutrition. Forgive me, a runner as seasoned as you has probably already tried/is not keen on this - but have you not considered Clif shot bloks? I hate gels but swear by these. Not everybody’s bio of tea I appreciate….

Great video, have you tried tailwind mate. I use that and kendal mint bars

@leerunsultras

2 ай бұрын

I hate gels too. My stomach can't cope with them

I share you sentiments with gels. I use them out of necessity in halfs / fulls, but I just really hate the texture they create in the mouth. This gloopy, claggy feeling that makes you immediately beg for a water station (I know time my gels to just before water stations). I know I need the energy boost, but it distracts my run so much. Especially Maurten, it's the consistency of toothpaste in my opinion. HIGH5 Aqua is the only ones I can stomach.

I’ve stopped taking coffee on the morning of a race. I’ve actually really struggled with the fluids thing because I feel like I need a pee at the start every time. Probably just nerves 😬

@FilmMyRun

2 ай бұрын

I've heard a few people avoid caffine in the week before the race and then drink it in the morning for that extra buzz. I don't often have issues with needing the loo. Maybe I just drank a bit too much this time. These are the big questions!

Been a carnivore for 6 weeks, so far so good, lots of energy, Longest run so far 23 miles it felt nice and easy, Hoping to do the Chlemford marahon in october fasted and break 3:30 in my first ever marathon. No carbs at all. Subbed.

@paulmulks

2 ай бұрын

Do you follow a meal plan or anything? I've been looking at carnivore for ages but just struggled to take the plunge

@TheCarnivoreRunner.

2 ай бұрын

@@paulmulks Beef, eggs,bacon,butter,mostly chicken and pork sometimes. I've had bad migraines for 15 years they last for 72 hours, not one since |October. was keto back then.

@paulmulks

2 ай бұрын

@@TheCarnivoreRunner. I really need to give it a go! Sounds like it's working great for you 👌🏻

I like to mix Tailwind fuel at about triple strength in a small collapsible flask. It’s not at gel consistency but definitely thicker than regular strength fuel. It’s a way that I can get enough electrolytes and carbs in as I run. Then I also drink plain water out of another flask. It’s worked really well for me.

@laurippt

2 ай бұрын

I use one or 2 scoops of Naked tailwind (no flavor) with one or 2 of a flavor. That way it doesn’t get too overpowering sweet

@FilmMyRun

2 ай бұрын

Hi Lauri. A couple of people have suggested this now so it might be worth a try. I never liked Tailwind for ultra distances but a marathon might be ok.

We all face times when injury, illness or something else means you have no hope of running the time you wanted to. In my experience, in those times the best thing to do to make the race (whatever the distance) relevant and enjoyable is to offer to pace someone to their goal. This certainly isn't a criticism but I suspect you would have got far more enjoyment pacing someone to break 3.20 for the first time than running your own race without really having anything on the line.

@FilmMyRun

2 ай бұрын

Which is exactly what I did at Brighton two weeks before! Had a blast there but wanted to stretch the legs this time. There is still something masochistically enjoyable about the pain of the last 10k!

Percy Pigs must be worth a go. Also, Razor Ramon WWF 1990 twin at 16:20

@FilmMyRun

2 ай бұрын

Percy Pigs always a good shout on an ultra, so why not in a marathon! Also good spot in the photo. Thanks for watching

Have you tried Precision Hydration gels? I used to be the same and never got on with any of gel brands - all sticky and sickly. Until someone suggested I try PH and it has been a total game changer. Worth trying.

Very useful video, than What about chews for your nutrition? Have you tried that? Maybe not as effective as gels for many, but it helps with absorption of sugar without overloading the stomach.

I don't mind gels, after years of IM racing I'm totally used to them. I don't use them much for every type of race though, especially above a marathon. They work for me but I know under which circumstances they don't. Which majors have you done Stephen? I'm 60 nest year and planning a 'big race' but not sure what. Comrades kind of appeals but I think if I could find a way to get into Tokyo, that'd be my preference.

@FilmMyRun

2 ай бұрын

I’ve only done London and Berlin. Would definitely like to get out to Tokyo. Comrades is this weekend I believe!

@ianl4518

2 ай бұрын

Yes it is. The qualifying is pretty soft but moving up pens is hard. Looking at an organised tour will see no change from £4k for either race but I'll only be 60 once and I already have a motorbike and don't have enough hair for a convertible sports car. 🤣

Have you tried Kendal Mint cake? It gives a boost of energy and helps if you feel queezy, too.

153 marathons. That's ridiculous. When did you do your first?

Without stomaching the sour, we never know or appreciate the sweet. 🦾🏃‍♂❤