Raffi Ahmad's Feet Were Hurting When Participating in the New York Marathon, but He's Not Giving Up and Will Participate in Japan with Preparation

Kapanlagi.com - Raffi Ahmad recently participated in the New York City Marathon and successfully finished at the 42 kilometer mark. Apparently, the father of two is addicted to participating in marathons and will be doing one in Japan.

"It was exciting, 42 kilometers, and the next marathon will be in Tokyo," said Raffi Ahmad when met in the area of Jalan Kapten Tendean, Mampang, South Jakarta, on Monday (13/11/2023).

1. Experiencing Pain

Raffi Ahmad: instagram.com/raffinagita1717

In the previous marathon, which was 42 km, Raffi admitted that he experienced some pain in his legs. However, from the beginning, Raffi did not set a target to win, the important thing was to reach the finish line.

"Of course, there will be fatigue, sore legs," said Nagita Slavina's husband.

"I do exercise quite often, but during the marathon, my intention was not to chase time, but to finish first so that the first experience could be enjoyable," added Raffi Ahmad.

2. Wanting to be Better

Raffi Ahmad: instagram.com/raffinagita1717

Interestingly, in the marathon he will participate in Japan later, Raffi Ahmad wants to be better than before. For that, Raffi Ahmad will prepare his physical and mental condition in order to achieve his new target.

"In the next marathon, I can improve even more, have a new target again. Every person who participates in a marathon has a story why they run, during the 42 km, mental strength is needed, challenges, physical preparation, our commitment must really be able to," he concluded.

(kpl/aal/glk)