“Prepping for a Marathon Is Way Harder Than Prepping for an NFL Game”: Retired DE Isaac Rochell Gets Honest Before Running the Chicago Marathon

Retired NFL Player Isaac Rochell Takes on the Chicago Marathon

Isaac Rochell, a retired NFL defensive end, has been training for the Chicago Marathon, admitting that marathon training is "way harder than football".

Rochell, 29, played in the NFL for seven years, suiting up for the Chargers, Colts, Browns, and Raiders. After announcing his retirement on his wife's podcast, he has found a new challenge in marathon running.

"I went from wearing this jersey [NFL shirt] to this jersey [marathon bib]."

Rochell is targeting a 3:15 finish in the Chicago Marathon, a goal that requires intense discipline and training. He has been honest about the difficulties of marathon training, stating that it is "way harder than prepping for an NFL game".

Rochell's experience in the NFL has taught him valuable lessons about discipline and hard work, which he is now applying to his marathon training.

Author's summary: Retired NFL player takes on marathon challenge.

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