10 Things Marathoner Eliud Kipchoge Can't Live Without | GQ Sports

There are a few things marathon runner Eliud Kipchoge can't live without when he travels. From his training log and a pair of lightweight running sneakers to his Oura sleep ring and a cup of tea, these are Eliud Kipchoge's travel essentials.

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[gorohit]

His humility, simplicity is astonishing!

[kavishsinghalh]

Other Athletes- Cologne, Jewelry, Money, Wine, Designer Clothes
Kipchoge- Pen, Notepad, Running Shoes, Books
One of the most down to earth athletes I have ever seen!!

[chichi]

Eliud is such an 80s kid. The note taking, reading, staying connected, jotting down ideas, tea, & sticking to one colour pens. I love it!

[dannybeeee]

guy is on lock every second of every day. He's like the most streamlined human ever. Everything is crisp, clean, smooth. Love it.

[willjoc]

The GOAT. Cool to see GQ elevate such a humble and inspiring character.

[vincentbill]

We Kenyans are proud of this humble marathoner 🇰🇪🇰🇪

[cgimovieman]

I’ve been running 7 days a week for the past 23 years, and am up to 62 full marathons. I relate to Eliud so much with all of these things. Especially his philosophy. I’m not naturally suited to be a runner genetically. Probably better for me to be a wrestler or football player. But I don’t care. I like running, and always want to do it anyway, and keep improving. I also believe that nothing is impossible if you just keep trying and set your mind to it. I’ve been trying to qualify for the Boston Marathon now for all 23 years I’ve been running, and still haven’t gotten it. But I absolutely will eventually. I’ve come within just 3 minutes of it a few times. And when I do it will be even more meaningful than ever. There are times that I just wish that I had the raw talent that some elites have. But then some of these thing likely would be as special when I achieve them. So I just keep going. 🏃🏻‍♂️

[ricardotobias]

This man is an inspiration for me and the humility that he has is one of a kind. I’ll run my first marathon in Mexico City the 28th of November 2021 and I expect it to finish it in 4 hours! Wish me luck.

[michaelboyd]

Me: I will never allow myself to be persuaded by celebrity endorsements
Kipchoge: You should buy this shoe, it's very comfortable
Me: Okay :)

[BuffGuitarGuy]

You can tell this man has his priorities straight within the first minute. His line of communication starts with his family first. Teammates second, then business third.

[tomoshughes]

Now he is a man that kids should be looking up to! Not because of the running but because of his humility and pure soul. Such an inspirational Guy!

[Habibtay]

I would pay gazillions to attend his masterclass. Such a humble yet disciplined athlete. He makes us proud to be Kenyans 🇰🇪🇰🇪

[MuchachoCarracho]

He just gave the absolute perfect Nike shoe pitch in 15s using less than 10 words. Better than any commercial featuring everyday runners in black and white with empty catch words like inner freedom, exceeding limitations or reaching wellbeing.

[ricardo_valadez]

Finally yall got someone who is actually a inspiration on here

[courtneypure]

I love how simple his items of choice were (diary, training log, sneakers, pen, glasses, books). It just goes to show you don't need much!

[krishneenaidoo]

This was the most humble and simple GQ interview ever. Love this man!

[iFlarsky]

"Running is where freedom is" - E. Kipchoge

[joycechantella]

Boy.. he's not only a great runner with a heart of gold, he is a great salesman too!

I don't know why but I have a big smile on my face after finish watching this video. The message that he gives is so loving and inspiring. So selfless!

[sidhantasingha]

this man was my driving factor in losing almost 30 kilos off me and he sure made me change mentally and taught me to be humble 🙏

[lucasscott]

I have never watched him run live and I'm not a fan of running but this man may be my favorite athlete. So humble and doen to earth. You can truly tell that he loves what he does and he does everything for the right reasons