CRUCIAL 35K Long Run Workout (5 Weeks Out From Valencia Marathon)

In today's video I share a look at a fairly standard Sunday long run in my build up to the Valencia Marathon (thoughts go out to all those affected by the tragic flooding in the city). This week were lucky enough to assemble some of Essex's finest for 2+ hours in the sunshine. If you enjoy the video please leave a like and consider subscribing.

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[psgknives]

Hello. I'm from Valencia and I can tell you a little about the situation here.
The city of Valencia itself is not affected by the floods, but the situation is chaotic. A few kilometers from the city centre the area is completely destroyed, we are living in an apocalyptic situation. Although the city is not affected by the floods, there is a lot of chaos, roads are cut off, there are a lot of police and even the army, and there is a lack of supplies. If the race could be held, which I hope it could be, it would be very difficult to organise all the infrastructure.
Anyway, I hope we can recover quickly and the race can be held, and I am sure there will be charity events to raise funds for the people affected.
I wish you the best of luck Ben, this is going to be your race!

[vinhnguyen]

It's great that you're sponsored by SOAR. But I can pay a month's mortgage with what I would spend on an outfit from them, lol. A little out of my reach atm

[connorbishop]

Props to the younger lad for sticking with you guys, that’s awesome!

[fastrax]

Excellent, well done, Sensible pace. Nice to have some company! Reminds me of one on my biggest marathon prep sessions when on a very windy day I sought shelter on a one mile loop and ran 25 miles at 6.45 mins pace, Much the same as you here I think, But I didn't finish with MP. I'm sure the Valencia organisers will do all in their power to make sure the race takes place. But no doubt many will critisise their efforts. You could always stretch this training run to 42 Ks at 100% I suppose! Best of luck whatever Terry Lonergan,

[tanw]

Lovely long run Ben. Bring on Valencia!

[JBR.]

enjoying your marathon training content.... decided to go out for a run myself last Monday and ended up doing the full marathon distance...my first ever...and since discovered I can do the virutal NYC marathon in 2025 to qualify for 2026....beyond excited about that

[yogaforeverybodywiththeord]

The Soar kit looks fantastic. Unfortunately for non-sponsored runners - expensive!!

[Snerunseasy]

Nice one Ben, thank you.
All the best for the rest of the training block and I hope Valencia will happen for you and heartfelt sympathy for the people in Valencia .

[hxduck]

Love running along Southend seafront! Almost a perfect 10km stretch from Chalkwell Station to Shoeburyness Station 😎

[mrm]

Solid long run, bringing back fond memories of earlier this year before my marathon in April, really got to love and look forward to the long runs! Specifically more so the fully steady ones - however the pick ups on tired legs are so beneficial just bloody hard 😂 I also get nervous the days before when I see it on the plan...but gotta get it done.

[eloy]

Hope to see you running for Valencia

Fan from the Philippines

[marks]

My thoughts are with the people of Valencia. We’ll find out next week if the marathon is going ahead. If so, see you there! Envious that your easy pace is 4:10/km. That’s my flat out 5K pace!

[SwimBikeRunFastest]

I can't believe you came to Southend. You ran past my house!

[akhilyadala]

hey man i love the way you run the posture everything i admire you actually I am preparing for police inspector job in INDIA i really need a suggestion from you which is the best shoe to run a 1600mts race
thank you lots of love man all the best for VALENCIA MARATHON keep rocking may god bless you

[kimdecker]

I like to meditate on Ben's legs as he runs; my hope is that if I stare and absorb his form and rhythm for long enough, maybe I can manifest both of those qualities in my runs, as well! Would that I were so lucky! ;) (Also: Had no idea the British coast was such a lovely place to run!)

[elisasanchez]

It's the Valencia Marathon actually happening? Did you hear something from the organizers? keep up the consistent work Ben 👍

[TheSnygg]

Great video and a massive session, thanks Ben! Perhaps you were going to talk about it later, but could you share some thoughts on the Adios 4? I'm considering them and Asics Metaspeed Sky Paris for my next marathon. Being a huge fan of the alphas 1, sadly have to move on as the 3s gave me awful blisters 😢

[alvinphua]

hi Ben! love your running videos. Will you be testing out the Coros Pace Pro soon? Will love to hear your comparison of the Coros Pace Pro and Pace 3 usage especially for runners. Thanks!

[kathrynflannery]

So amazing how you can just chat away at that pace! I'd be way back in your dust. 😂

[connorbishop]

Hey Ben, how long did it take you to build up to that weekly mileage? I tried to build my weekly mileage and pace a little too fast last time (well that paired with other factors) and it led to muscle imbalance. Kinda terrified to build too fast, especially cause I’m still doing and needing PT while building up😬