#28 - Bethwell Rutto - The Secrets Behind Why Kenyans Are So Good At Running

I just want to say a massive thank you to Bethwell for agreeing to come on and do this episode in his non-native language. There were some parts of the conversation that we had to go over a couple of times to fully understand one another, but I wanted to express my gratitude to Bethwell for doing the full episode in english.In this episode of the Abnormal podcast, I welcome marathon champion Bethwell Rutto, who shares his inspiring journey from Kenya to winning the Hong Kong Standard Chartered Marathon. The conversation delves into the challenges of marathon running, the unique culture of athletics in Kenya, and the rigorous training regimen that has shaped Rutto into a champion. Gain insights into the mindset of a professional athlete and the importance of perseverance and dedication in achieving extraordinary feats.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Rutto Bethwell03:35 Challenges of the Hong Kong Marathon08:16 Growing Up in Kenya: The Running Culture12:20 Building an Aerobic Base16:01 Training Regimen of a Champion20:53 Morning Run Routine24:55 Evening Run Dynamics28:18 Training Regimen and Strength Training34:29 Injury Management and Prevention36:27 Advice for New Runners37:52 Shoe Preferences and Performance39:10 The Impact of Weight on Performance40:18 Experiences in Hong Kong and the Marathon Scene42:44 Training Conditions: Hot vs. Cold44:26 Upcoming Races and Pacing Strategies46:19 The Influence of Crowds in Marathons47:49 Kipchoge's Legacy and Its Impact49:58 The Talent Pool in Kenya51:23 Selection Process for Team Kenya53:20 Living Outside of Kenya: Aspirations and ExperiencesProduced by ‪@MUNDAY_STUDIOS‬ Munday.live/studios Get in touch:Instagram: / petelaverick YouTube: / @pete.laverick Facebook: / pete.laverick.5 Email: [email protected]