The Candy Palmater Show

Yul Kwon shares the secret to running marathons at 80

Age is nothing but a number when it comes to running.
Yul Kwon came first place in the over-80 category at the Boston Marathon on April 18. (Yul Kwon)

When it comes to running marathons, Yul Kwon believes that age is nothing but a number. Earlier this year, he placed first in the 80-plus category in the Boston Marathon, completing the 42.2-km race in four hours and 31 minutes.

The 80-year-old marathon runner says it's never too late to lace up your running shoes.

He gives advice to first-time runners on how to get started.