Eliud Kipchoge Logbook and Camp Rest

The Eliud Kipchoge post training routine focuses on detailed notebook logging, warm tea with camp mates, and quiet midday rest after hard distance runs.

4 time blocks, 90 minutes in total.

Time blocks

Post Run Wash and Transition: 10 min
Rinse off and change into dry clothing immediately after running
Handwritten Logbook Reflection: 15 min
Record workout distance, pace, weather, shoe model, and body feel
Kenyan Tea and Community Rest: 20 min
Sip tea with milk alongside teammates in calm conversation
Dormitory Midday Nap: 45 min
Lie flat in a quiet room with screen free stillness

About this routine

The Eliud Kipchoge post training routine relies on simplicity and reflection rather than high tech recovery devices. After completing demanding endurance sessions in Kaptagat, Kenya, Kipchoge transitions straight into logging his session details and resting his body.

Kipchoge has maintained a physical handwritten training logbook for over two decades. He records every workout, noting the distance, pace, weather conditions, shoes worn, and subjective effort. This daily record provides mental confidence and precise track records over long training blocks.

After writing, Kipchoge drinks hot tea with his teammates and retreats to a basic dorm room for rest. Avoiding distractions and unnecessary screen time allows his nervous system to recover fully before the afternoon training session.

Why this routine works

Tracks long term training consistency with accurate paper records
Promotes physical recovery through structured post exercise rest
Fosters team connection and low stress social time after hard efforts
Reduces sensory fatigue by eliminating digital distractions

FAQ

How does Eliud Kipchoge track his training?

Kipchoge uses a handwritten physical notebook logbook. He records every workout including distance, time, pace, weather, shoes, and how his body felt during the run.

Why does Eliud Kipchoge keep a daily logbook?

Recording workouts in a notebook provides an objective record of work completed. Looking back at months of logged miles builds deep mental confidence before major marathons.

How long does Eliud Kipchoge rest after running?

After morning runs and logbook entries, Kipchoge rests in his room for about 45 to 60 minutes to allow his physical and nervous systems to recover.

Sources

Eliud Kipchoge: The Last Milestone, Documentary
Inside Eliud Kipchoge's Training Camp in Kaptagat, Runner's World