The Running Whale
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Burnley Parkrun Park Race Running Whale vs Sister Mandy POV
The final week of Sister Mandy keeping the channel afloat before I'm back out running properly. As a little handover, and part of my recovery, I decided a race was in order. Sister Mandy vs The Running Whale
I will be walking three minutes and running two in every five. Sister Mandy will do whatever she deems fit to get to the finish, but who will get there first?
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Видео

How I've Recovered From A Rectus Femoris Hip Flexor Strain - Week 3 of 4 No Running
Просмотров 959 часов назад
A quick look at what I've been doing for the las three weeks on my road to recovery. I feel completely mended, but will stick to the four weeks of not running (with the exception of a little jog walk at parkrun) until Thursday. I cannot wait to get back to it, but am glad I for once, did the sensible thing. Key thing here is strength and condition. I've done a lot of work over the last few week...
Epworth Equestrian Penultimate Parkrun My Event #200 Our Location #50 Parkrun Year #20
Просмотров 168День назад
Welcome to the second to last Epworth Equestrian parkrun. I didn't hit the record button hard enough on the second camera so just a short one today. Still, a cracking parkrun all the same and if your watching this to decide if you should do it on its final week, I would skip straight to yes. What an enjoyable parkrun this was indeed, helped by the fact I managed some pain free running too. Hope...
Running Saved My Life
Просмотров 221День назад
An honest account of my life up until 2019 which I am reading out to share in the hope it helps at least one person. Touching on an eating disorder and depression, the video may not be for everyone and that's fine. I started this channel to simply upload videos of runs for people to run along with on a treadmill. After an injury during lockdown, I found other peoples videos were a lifeline when...
Pendle Parkrun Colne - Sister Mandy Takeover - My Injury Rehab Week 2
Просмотров 23414 дней назад
This week Sister Mandy runs around Pendle Parkrun on a nice but cold morning. Pushing up a hill for two times for your entertainment. Hope you enjoy it more than she did haha x
Myrtle Park Parkrun Bingley - Sister Mandy Takeover - My Injury Rehab Week 1 of 4
Просмотров 32521 день назад
Hello and welcome back to the channel. This week I went to the physio and he says I've not to run for four weeks while I repair and strengthen an injury I've been with since the beginning of the year on the hip flexor tendon. Sister Mandy has kindly stepped in this week to show us a parkrun I've uploaded previously, but from a different perspective. I hope you enjoy the format and please stick ...
Armley Parkrun Leeds Full Course POV - 200 Sub Special - Sinister Mandy Edition - On Screen Stats
Просмотров 412Месяц назад
Join me this week in Leeds / Armley, enjoying a Parkrun with a difference. This week, I gave Sister Mandy the opportunity to embarrass me and hinder my run as a little revenge for my shoving a camera in her face, her upcoming training I've sorted and the race she wasn't aware I booked for her along with also, her first trip to the local running club. Hope you enjoy this, we had so much fun doin...
Stamford Park Parkrun - Stalybridge - POV - Full Course Event #400 - On Screen Stats
Просмотров 540Месяц назад
Glad this week to have Sister Mandy back with me on our parkrun adventures. This week, we travelled to Stamford Park Parkrun to enjoy their 400th event. A hilly one which was felt in the legs off the back of a hill session Friday evening and some bike work this week to try and up the volume. Anyways, hope you enjoy this one.
Woodbank Parkrun Stockport 700th Event Full Course POV - On Screen Stats
Просмотров 674Месяц назад
An exciting parkrun today. Set off with plenty of time to get there, parked far too far away without knowing where the run was and then got lost in some woods but, all came good. And to top it off, finally got to meet one of my favourite RUclipsrs Andy Cliff. A genuinely lovely guy, it was a shame I couldnt stay for longer, but had to dash back for a hair cut and found I got my dates mixed up t...
Centre Vale Parkrun - Todmorden - How's Sister Mandy Getting On ? - TIME FOR SOME CHANGES
Просмотров 284Месяц назад
Welcome back to another episode of How's Sister Mandy Getting On, where we find out how Sister Mandy is getting on with her training. Currently working on a 10k Stryd plan, lets see if this is helping or not. Make sure you stick around to the end of the parkrun at Centre Vale in Todmorden to see what else is in store. Thank you for watching x
Pontefract Parkrun Full POV - Full 5k Run / Treadmill / Full Course With Stats / Messed Up Again ⬇️
Просмотров 343Месяц назад
Pontefract Parkrun Full POV - Full 5k Run / Treadmill / Full Course With Stats / Messed Up Again ⬇️
Blackpool Run The Lights 10K Race VLOG Full Course
Просмотров 396Месяц назад
Blackpool Run The Lights 10K Race VLOG Full Course
Mistakes Were Made / Cliffe Castle Parkrun / Littondale 4 Mile Road Race Vlog
Просмотров 2212 месяца назад
Mistakes Were Made / Cliffe Castle Parkrun / Littondale 4 Mile Road Race Vlog
Should You Join A Running Club? Tuesday Night Club Run with KCAC
Просмотров 2 тыс.2 месяца назад
Should You Join A Running Club? Tuesday Night Club Run with KCAC
York 10k 2024 Full Race Vlog - Getting Faster
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.2 месяца назад
York 10k 2024 Full Race Vlog - Getting Faster
Keswick Parkrun POV
Просмотров 4432 месяца назад
Keswick Parkrun POV
Withernsea Promenade Parkrun Full POV - Event No. 1
Просмотров 7562 месяца назад
Withernsea Promenade Parkrun Full POV - Event No. 1
Temple Newsam Parkrun (Leeds) - POV
Просмотров 4812 месяца назад
Temple Newsam Parkrun (Leeds) - POV
Ilkley Half Marathon 2024 - Overview (Training Run)
Просмотров 1642 месяца назад
Ilkley Half Marathon 2024 - Overview (Training Run)
Endcliffe Parkrun Sheffield - POV - 14th Birthday Event
Просмотров 3693 месяца назад
Endcliffe Parkrun Sheffield - POV - 14th Birthday Event
Eccup 10 Race Leeds - Course PB - Mile By Mile Vlog
Просмотров 2393 месяца назад
Eccup 10 Race Leeds - Course PB - Mile By Mile Vlog
Selby Parkrun - POV
Просмотров 2503 месяца назад
Selby Parkrun - POV
Jane Tomlinson's Leeds 10k 2024 VLOG
Просмотров 4193 месяца назад
Jane Tomlinson's Leeds 10k 2024 VLOG
Cross Flatts Parkrun - 500th Event - How's Sister Mandy Getting On Episode 2
Просмотров 3873 месяца назад
Cross Flatts Parkrun - 500th Event - How's Sister Mandy Getting On Episode 2
Wakefield Thornes Parkrun - POV
Просмотров 3473 месяца назад
Wakefield Thornes Parkrun - POV
Niike Vomero 17 First Impressions / Mini Review
Просмотров 2694 месяца назад
Niike Vomero 17 First Impressions / Mini Review
Middleton Woods Leeds Parkrun - POV
Просмотров 2484 месяца назад
Middleton Woods Leeds Parkrun - POV
Myrtle Parkrun (Bingley) - POV
Просмотров 2484 месяца назад
Myrtle Parkrun (Bingley) - POV
Bolton Parkrun POV - Event #600
Просмотров 4194 месяца назад
Bolton Parkrun POV - Event #600
Conyngham Hall Parkrun Knaresborough - POV - 5th Birthday
Просмотров 3224 месяца назад
Conyngham Hall Parkrun Knaresborough - POV - 5th Birthday

Комментарии

  • @AndyCliffMTB
    @AndyCliffMTB 20 часов назад

    Very clever idea, but the thing is Craig, we all want Mandy to win💪Glad your recovery is on track. And the next Parkrun, if you like Manchester, come over and I’ll pace Mandy against your walk/run but I might change the ratio for you (more walking to make it super close). How exciting would that be😀

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 12 часов назад

      Haha cheers Andy. I wanted Mandy go win too of course 😉 Yeah recovery seems to have done the trick, 4 weeks this evening so back to it from tomorrow properly 😀 Matt and Becky on here are doing their 50th volunteer at Heaton park so looks like we're heading there if you're about?

    • @AndyCliffMTB
      @AndyCliffMTB 12 часов назад

      @@TheRunningWhale Hi Craig, I’m pleased that you’re almost there on the recovery. We should definitely do the meet up and Sister Mandy challenge but HP is a tough course, can we work out a flatter one to help her (and me😂) eg Alexandra?

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 12 часов назад

      Sounds good we'll get that sorted in the coming weeks?

    • @AndyCliffMTB
      @AndyCliffMTB 11 часов назад

      @@TheRunningWhale Definitely, that’ll be a great day😀

  • @MichaelTinker-dt1rp
    @MichaelTinker-dt1rp 23 часа назад

    i did a PB at Skipton parkrun on Saturday 3rd time at Skipton Saturday before did Sewerby park run followed on the sunday by Bridington half marathron trail in 2 hours doing Huddersfield this saturday

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 21 час назад

      Congratulations matey that's awesome. Love Sewerb6, only done it the once bit helping to get back this year.

  • @IRunDaily
    @IRunDaily День назад

    Ha, that was brilliant. Well done for putting that together! The moving dots reminded me of playing Gran Turismo 😂

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale День назад

      Haha thank you. Not sure the Gran Tourismo dots quite had the same pace as this exciting and speedy number though 🤣🤣

    • @IRunDaily
      @IRunDaily День назад

      @@TheRunningWhale 😁

  • @deansummerton2577
    @deansummerton2577 День назад

    As always, I really enjoyed this one. Mandy is doing so well and it's great to see you coming back ever stronger Craig.

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale День назад

      Cheers Dean, glad you enjoyed it. Reckon we're in for an upcoming 12 months of pb's 😉

  • @MrCol104
    @MrCol104 2 дня назад

    Well done Craig & Mandy. Brilliant. Adding a nice twist to rehab. I know you talked a bit about rivalry but know you support each other every step of the way. Hope you weren’t too harsh on Mandy for walking the flat section. 🙂

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 2 дня назад

      Cheers Colin. Just mixing things up and keeping it interesting. Makes rehab even more bearable lol. I weren't too harsh with Mandy, but I've got some hills for her to climb on tomorrow's session I'm sure she's gonna love 😉🤣🤣 Thanks for watching pal

    • @MrCol104
      @MrCol104 День назад

      @@TheRunningWhale Poor Mandy. ⛰️🏔️⛰️⛰️🥵

  • @markg99
    @markg99 2 дня назад

    Wow, this video must have taken some putting together! Expertly done mate. Pity about the camera battery though 😅

    • @markg99
      @markg99 2 дня назад

      The final car chat was hilarious 😂 crime watch, and sort your own life out 😂

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 2 дня назад

      Haha cheers mate. Bit of faffing about editing but I think I'd be quicker with it next time. Glad you got a chuckle, sometimes I wonder how we make the journey to and from these, we're just laughing all the time haha

  • @lindalou8308
    @lindalou8308 2 дня назад

    Fantastic to meet you both! Brilliant video. Best wishes Craig for your continued recovery. ❤😘

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 2 дня назад

      Thank you Linda and it was so nice to meet you too. Glad you enjoyed the video x

  • @sagsdothedu
    @sagsdothedu 2 дня назад

    Well done both. Good incentive for Sister Mandy. And good that your run/walk strategy is progressing!

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 2 дня назад

      Cheers pal. Yes it was a great one this and importantly was just so much fun. I think a rematch will be interesting. I'm excited for Thursday. There may be a short walk in with the run to ease back in and nothing daft, but it'll be exciting all the same 😊

  • @TheRegularRunner
    @TheRegularRunner 2 дня назад

    I know you're on a tourism streak so I'm not sure if its on your to do list, but we will be at Heaton and we are doing our 50th volunteer, so a cake will be provided to celebrate. You are more than welcome to join us. Well done to you both for a cracking run at Burnley. It's becoming a bit of a magnet for sibling races 🤣

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 2 дня назад

      That's actually a stellar idea. We were literally talking about Heaton this week. It's 5th on our Nendy anyway so I'll have a word with sister Mandy. Cheers pal. Yeah I remembered your video at Burnley, think I'd been subconsciously inspired 😉😂 Congrats again on today at Manchester too mate 🏆

  • @SharaRuns
    @SharaRuns 2 дня назад

    Look forward to the rematch!

  • @robwilks4816
    @robwilks4816 2 дня назад

    Gripping stuff, a bit like Coe vs Ovett back in the day. So anyway finally got under 40 mins this week at Woodhouse MPR 39.21 it was my 23rd one so a couple more and i can get the T-shirt. Keep up the good work. Cheers Rob.

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 2 дня назад

      🤣🤣 only slightly slower but I see why it might trigger a memory 🤣🤣 Congratulations Rob that's awesome 👏 Thougt it might just be around the corner, you're obviously doing something right pal 👌

  • @markg99
    @markg99 3 дня назад

    😳😂 sounds horrendous mate!

  • @SharaRuns
    @SharaRuns 3 дня назад

    Keep planking 👊🏻

  • @MrCol104
    @MrCol104 3 дня назад

    Huge well done, Craig. Your hard work, dedication and commitment to sorting this is very, very impressive. Pain cave looks like it has everything you need, except space. I’m on an enforced layoff myself. 5 days of feeling unwell after flu & Covid jabs. Finally tested myself and it came back positive. Must’ve unknowingly had virus when I had jab. So frustrating.

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 3 дня назад

      Cheers Colin. Yes it's a good little setup down there no excuses not to keep at it in all weathers lol. I really have stuck to it, I'm 100% in on making the next 12 months my best yet 👌 Sorry to hear you've been unwell. Half of the lot at work have been with cold or flu this week, so far I've only had a 2 day headache and hope that's my lot lol. Hope you're back fit and well in no time 😊

  • @TheRegularRunner
    @TheRegularRunner 4 дня назад

    Glad you are on the mend mate. Something my physio recommended for glutes and abductor strength is side planks and copenhagen planks. I started with 30 seconds each side x3, 3 times a week. Within a few weeks I was amazed because I could actually feel my glutes firing when i was running which id never noticed before. Unfortunately it meant i was using muscles that werent used to it and I got DOMS in my backside, but it definitely helped at the time 🤣

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 4 дня назад

      Cheers pal. Yeah the side planks are just a nightmare. I will include them eventually but I would probably fold in half at this stage 😂 My glutes have fair fired up over the last couple of weeks, clearly not used to being used. The first week Mr backside was so sore from it 😫

    • @TheRegularRunner
      @TheRegularRunner 4 дня назад

      They are. The copenhagen planks are even worse. I had to plan them so i had a clear day before any decent run efforts or id be waddling around like something out of a western movie 🤣

  • @AndyCliffMTB
    @AndyCliffMTB 4 дня назад

    Hi Craig, can I just say something first, you look really well, maybe that break from running has done you more good than you realise. You’re clearly very diligent with your exercises (quite a few there!), I remember doing physio based exercises in the past and I lost focus😂You’ve done the right thing by taking a break, and being committed to your rehab routine💪✅

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 4 дня назад

      Thank you Andy that's nice of you to say. Mixing it up has definitely made things interesting, and I can feel a difference in general, so a bit of a reset has definitely been a good thing ✊️. Can't wait to get back out running but will definitely be sticking to and building up on these also 😊

  • @markg99
    @markg99 4 дня назад

    Your pain cave has everything! Nice set up mate 👌 You'll need to injure something more easy to pronounce next time 😅 Hope recovery is going to plan 👍

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 4 дня назад

      Cheers mate, it really is going to plan. General mobility is improved and this mornings park walk and jog was again, niggle free. Very happy and excited for Thursday 🏃‍♂️

  • @SwimBikeRunStu
    @SwimBikeRunStu 4 дня назад

    Love the dogs just being so confused at what you are doing 😂😂

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 4 дня назад

      Haha honestly they do like to make it more difficult. When the kettle bell comes out they are locked upstairs, their noses are flat enough 😂😂

  • @sagsdothedu
    @sagsdothedu 4 дня назад

    Aw thanks for the mention😮. Build that plank🤓2 minutes is in you ✊Got to love a pain cave✊. As you know, I really rate strength and conditioning - not just for rehab! Keep it up even when you’re fully recovered ✊.

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 4 дня назад

      100% pal, I'm not stopping at the end of this more building on it, including weights and a small amount of lifting. It's definitely made my mobility a load better and I'm excited to take it further ✊️💪🏃‍♂️

  • @vickyshaw1709
    @vickyshaw1709 4 дня назад

    Looks like you've got a good routine going without running. Keep it up and look forward to seeing you back running soon 😊

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 4 дня назад

      Thanks Vicky. 100% really tried to mix it up, and it's actually filled me with confidence coming into Winter when fitness takes a dip, I feel like I've more under the belt to work on to get in shape for a solid dare I say it, pb earning 2025 🥰

  • @raleyadventures
    @raleyadventures 7 дней назад

    Great video as always, that was a hectic little intro 🤣🤣

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 6 дней назад

      Haha thank you, glad you enjoyed it. I have to do something to keep folks entertained while I can't run, a hectic intro was definitely called for lol

    • @raleyadventures
      @raleyadventures 6 дней назад

      @@TheRunningWhale it was a great addition we must say 🎉😂

  • @deansummerton2577
    @deansummerton2577 10 дней назад

    Listened to this during my long run today. We're going to do it next week 😊

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 10 дней назад

      Amazing. Reckon it'll be a busy one, maybe you'll see @shararuns there too Hope you have an amazing time buddy 🏃‍♂️

  • @sagsdothedu
    @sagsdothedu 10 дней назад

    Smelly cat song got a cult following; I’m sure cafe cat will too 😅. Good to see that you’re on the mend d. The weeks will tick by quickly and you’ll be zooming around after PBs again ✊

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 10 дней назад

      Haha not sure Cafe Cat has the same reach but who knows 😂 Yeah it's definately positive, as much as it pains me to not run, I'm definitely feeling the benefits of the s&c so very excited for this pouring over into my running 👌💪🏃‍♂️

    • @sagsdothedu
      @sagsdothedu 10 дней назад

      @@TheRunningWhale S&C is a game changer. So many benefits. Right, I’m off to the gym to film my next video 🙌🏃‍♂️

  • @SharaRuns
    @SharaRuns 10 дней назад

    Oh! We're doing this one next week!

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 10 дней назад

      Oh Shara you'll love it, it's pancake flat too lol. I imagine it'll be a good one for the finale, hope you have a blast x ps. Make sure you get there early if you'll need the loo the lines were quite long and with only one loo for Female and one for Male, they didn't move very fast! x

    • @SharaRuns
      @SharaRuns 10 дней назад

      @@TheRunningWhale thanks for the tip and congratulations on your 200th. Wow! X

    • @lindalou8308
      @lindalou8308 10 дней назад

      Congratulations on your 200th Craig 🎉 ❤

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 10 дней назад

      @lindalou8308 thank you Linda. Should have that next tshirt in about a year now lol x

  • @MrCol104
    @MrCol104 10 дней назад

    Cheers Craig and thanks to Mandy for once again donning the head cam. She'll be after your job at this rate. 😆 A day of celebration for sure do huge congrats on the 200th parkrun and 50th venue. Nice to hear you're started the run/walk and more importantly, it felt good. Onwards and upwards. 🙂 Shame when parkruns vanish. Why is this one ending?

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 10 дней назад

      Cheers Colin. I know, she's living for the camera at the moment, whether it's pointing at her or from her, lol. If I disappear under suspicious circumstances, you know where to look 😂😂 It really is a shame when they go. I'm not sure why this one is. They've just said they no longer have access to the area. But a new one is just around the corner with the same core team yet to be announced 👌

  • @AndyCliffMTB
    @AndyCliffMTB 10 дней назад

    Well done on the 200 Craig and well done Mandy for carrying the TRW torch💪I never thought I’d see the launch of a music career in the middle of a running video😂 Decent vocals there Craig👌

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 10 дней назад

      Cheers Andy. Finally got there albiet on a walk. Haha, Not sure Cafe Cat is going to launch a music career but who knows, if Simon Cowell suddenly decides he wants to watch RUclips videos about parkruns that no longer exist, I guess there's a chance 😉 😂

    • @AndyCliffMTB
      @AndyCliffMTB 10 дней назад

      @@TheRunningWhale There’s always BGT😀

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 10 дней назад

      😂😂

  • @markg99
    @markg99 10 дней назад

    Cafe cat is a winner 😂 I didn't know there was a parkrun about to be cancelled. That's a shame. Well done for getting out to it while you can

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 10 дней назад

      Cheers, yeah I think next week there will be bonkers for the final one. Cafe Cat was ace and totally deserving of its own jingle 😂 not sure the people at that table thought so, he seemed quite protective of his sandwich 😂😂

  • @TheRegularRunner
    @TheRegularRunner 10 дней назад

    Well done for getting out and jeffing it today Craig, I'm glad you are back on the mend. Congratulations too on the 200 milestone and the half cowell club. BBC breakfast had a video this morning that they recorded at Heaton Park last week for the 20th anniversary and I got my starring 3 seconds in slo-mo putting signs up as we helped set up 😀 Unfortunately we wont be able to make it to this one before it finishes (we have the half next week in manchester), but i have seen rumour that they might have already found a new site to replace it. So potentially another one to tick off in the future.

    • @TheRegularRunner
      @TheRegularRunner 10 дней назад

      Oh and well done of course to sister mandy. And the cafe cat song found Becky's level of comedy 😂

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 10 дней назад

      Cheers pal, felt flupping awesome to be turning the legs over again, im literally clumbing the walls lol Yeah there was talk of the BBC segment this morning, a couple of faces there were featured too. Excited for next weekend btw can't wait to see how you's get on 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️💪

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 10 дней назад

      Haha Cafe Cat made my morning, literally wouldn't leave anyone alone once they had food in their hands 😂😂

    • @TheRegularRunner
      @TheRegularRunner 10 дней назад

      Fingers crossed you be back to fighting fitness soon. I'm hoping to bring the insta with me next week to capture some of it but the battery on the go 3s only goes for 30-odd minutes. I'll just have to try and switch it on for interesting bits.

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 10 дней назад

      @TheRegularRunner if it's a go 3s you can set it to switch on and record foe a few mins and power back down every however many mins you like. Works really well and you'll get plenty of content that way 👌

  • @rich0006
    @rich0006 12 дней назад

    a very powerful and inspirational story - thank you

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 12 дней назад

      And thank you for watching and your kind words x

  • @markg99
    @markg99 13 дней назад

    Holy heck mate. You've been through enough trauma for 10 people. Thank goodness for running! I knew someone who was on Tramodol years ago and could not get off it at all, despite the damage it was doing to them mentally and physically. You've done an amazing job to get through so much and come out as the strong, funny, happy character we see on RUclips now. Keep doing what you do mate. All the best 👍 🙂

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 13 дней назад

      Thank you pal, yes thank goodness for running 10x over. Really appreciate your kind comments Mark x

  • @sagsdothedu
    @sagsdothedu 13 дней назад

    Hola Craig. That’s some journey - but only just beginning 😊. The RUclips dynamic adds a support network too, I feel. Keep doing what you’re doing and who knows where it will lead 🙃

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 13 дней назад

      Thank you Mark, you're completely right. The addition of RUclips for me is pretty special, just looking at the comments on this video demonstrate that, thanks for being a part of it too buddy x

  • @pauls433
    @pauls433 13 дней назад

    So brave Craig! Thanks for sharing. I follow you from Australia and look forward to seeing your video's and runs each week. I've even used your Parkrun video's (we have nearly the same number of Parkrun's- I did my 200th last w/e) as course guides for when I am over in Yorkshire visiting family. Stay brave and keep up the good work. You can see from the other comments that there is a lot of love out there for you. I hope you're back running soon.

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 13 дней назад

      That blows my mind you're watching from Australia, thank you it'd really appreciated. And no way, I literally do my 200th this weekend which I'm sad will be predominantly walking but can't have sister mandy running away with the location streak crown lol. Glad you enjoy the content and again, thank you. Your kind words like the others here are beyond appreciated x

  • @AndyCliffMTB
    @AndyCliffMTB 13 дней назад

    Hi Craig, I felt humbled to witness your raw and honest account of the last 20 years, it must have been a very difficult decision to reveal your past struggles and I genuinely hope that it can help others. Let's face it, modern life is stressful enough without painful life events on top and I think it shows remarkable bravery (with the fantastic support of your brother and sister) to finally challenge and overcome the demons that have haunted you for years. They say that some GPs actually prescribe Parkrun to people who are depressed because it's so much more than a run, but you starting with the lamp post challenge, that must have been tough. And 1:44 for your first half - that's remarkable! I'd be happy with 2:15! So, stay positive, keep running, keep entertaining us, know that loads of people love what you're doing (and Sister Mandy of course) and also know this - that not many people could do what you did (the comeback and the video)...

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 13 дней назад

      Yes I've heard that before about parkrun being prescribed. It's such an amazing thing to be able to help lift someone and I wish everyone would at least try it once. Thanks again for your support Andy, it is as always greatly appreciated x

  • @lindalou8308
    @lindalou8308 13 дней назад

    Hi Craig. Thank you so much for sharing your story with us. It was very moving and I’m pleased you found running or running found you. I sincerely hope going forward your confidence builds. What is not to be confident about. Your lovely warm personality comes through in every video. I wish you all the happiness in the world. Much love L ❤😘

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 13 дней назад

      Thank you Linda, that's so lovely of you to say x

  • @MrCol104
    @MrCol104 13 дней назад

    Hi Craig. Thank you so much for sharing your journey. It's not something people will talk about but eating disorders are far more common amongst men than most will realise. Must've been really tough to re-visit these struggles, but it's also a huge reminder of how far you've come. Really nice that your brother inspired you to take up running and I know how proud he will be of your achievements. I've had struggles but am so grateful to have found running and the wonderful community that comes with it. Thanks again. Wishing you all the best as your recovery continues.

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 13 дней назад

      Thank you Colin. It was genuinely tough to read it aloud and then edit but it was important to me that I did. As always I really do appreciate your support mate x

    • @MrCol104
      @MrCol104 12 дней назад

      @@TheRunningWhale Massive respect. We all have our reasons for running but I wouldn’t be brave enough to be so open. Always best to look forward where possible - not easy, I know. We can’t change the past but can celebrate and appreciate the good things which are happening now.

  • @robwilks4816
    @robwilks4816 13 дней назад

    Sounds like a long hard road. You seem very much to be on the up. Great vids, great family. Power to the people. Keep up the good work.✌

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 13 дней назад

      Thank you pal, it really is appreciated and greed, I do have a great family x

  • @raleyadventures
    @raleyadventures 13 дней назад

    Thank you for sharing your story, you have made amazing progress and we are so pleased you found running ☺☺ That was a really moving video, we know it would be of been tough to upload, we are so pleased we found your channel ❤❤

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 13 дней назад

      Thank you both x Very kind of you and genuinely means the world. Glad to have you here x

  • @SharaRuns
    @SharaRuns 13 дней назад

    I think this shows great courage and strength 💪🏻

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 13 дней назад

      Thank you Shara. It is greatly appreciated x

  • @TheRegularRunner
    @TheRegularRunner 13 дней назад

    Craig, you genuinely have an inspirational story. You've been through a lot, some that I can relate with but much of which I couldn't begin to imagine, but you've come through it all and now you achieve so much. You can be very proud of yourself for tackling the hurdles that life has thrown at you and in the process managed to build a relationship with exercise that serves you well. Thank you for sharing. Your story motivates me to push myself to get better and to make sure I never let excuses get in my way.

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 13 дней назад

      Thank you pal, really nice of you to say and if telling this helps motivate you then I'm even more pleased I put it out there 💪

    • @TheRegularRunner
      @TheRegularRunner 13 дней назад

      Absolutely mate. I cant really justify making an excuse to avoid a run just because i might not be feeling it, when you've pushed your way through so much difficulty to take up running and turn it around and got so much benefit. It grabs my inner voice and tells it that I'll never achieve that 25 min parkrun or the weight loss I want or any of the other health benefits that made me try running unless I actually put in the work for it, it's not enough just to want it.

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 13 дней назад

      100% mate, we all have more in us and can dig deep. This is why I enjoy seeing others such as yourself and Becky document your training and results, we all help each other in ways we don't realise 💪🏃‍♂️

  • @deansummerton2577
    @deansummerton2577 13 дней назад

    Thank you for the bravery in sharing this. I liked you from the start because you were you! Nothing but love and respect for you Craig. Really excited about being able to cheer on your adventures ahead 💚

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 13 дней назад

      Thank you pal, this genuinely means the world x

  • @IRunDaily
    @IRunDaily 13 дней назад

    Craig, what a profound video. Thank you for sharing. Everyone wants the view, but no-one wants to climb the mountain. You sir, have climbed the mountain and then some. I know the feeling; it never feels finished. The wolf is always on the shoulder, but as long as you know that and have the mechanisms to manage it, you can live with it. I love that the simplest of things, running, can have such an impact. I'm sure you are aware of Mark Lewis and his story? Thanks for the bravery and putting this out there; we appreciated you!

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 13 дней назад

      Thank you for the kind words pal, really means the world. Yes I've followed Mark Lewis for what feels like a lifetime now he's a legend 🥰 x

  • @markg99
    @markg99 15 дней назад

    Some varied terrain on this one. Excellent running, Mandy 👍🏃‍♀️

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 15 дней назад

      Cheers matey, she did so well with it bless her. And she just happily pops a cam on her head too, I'm genuinely so grateful to have such a top-tier sister

  • @MrCol104
    @MrCol104 16 дней назад

    Thanks Mandy and Craig. Fantastic footage of what is a stunning park. It's fair to say you got lucky with the weather. Really pleased to hear you have positive news on the injury front. Fair play for showing discipline and sticking to the recovery plan. Final word has to go to Mandy. Massive well done for donning the head cam. Your efforts are much appreciated. Ps. Good luck with the run/walk.

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 16 дней назад

      Cheers Colin, I think she's definalty enjoyed looking after the head cam, but I definitely need to be back to it. We were lucky with the weather this week, but I don't think there's much drone friendly weather coming up lol. I've really knuckled down with the discipline and definitely can tell so will be 100% keeping the s&c included in my routine, and kinda looking forward to being back to it and seeing how it helps 😊🤞🏃‍♂️ Thanks again pal as always

  • @TheRegularRunner
    @TheRegularRunner 17 дней назад

    Well done to Mandy on this one, although you'd think she'd have remembered that Pendle is literally named after the chuffing great hill that it's built on 😂 Glad the physio is going well. Just take it easy as you build back up mate.

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 17 дней назад

      Cheers matey, to be fair her options were limited as she didn't want to break her tour streak lol. Well happy we went there to be fair, was a cracking morning. I am climbing the walls not running but I think by weekend some brisk walk and the occasional jog will be a good start. 👌

    • @lindalou8308
      @lindalou8308 16 дней назад

      Brilliant video from you guys. Well done Mand. Love watching you both each week. Hope you’re soon up and running as it were Craig. Sounds promising…. 🤞🏻😘

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 16 дней назад

      @lindalou8308 thanks Linda, really glad you enjoy the videos. Genuinely makes it worth while. Yes normal service will be resumed soon and I'm already feeling like I've made some gains so 💪 🤞 x

  • @sagsdothedu
    @sagsdothedu 17 дней назад

    Well done Sister Mandy. Not an easy course by the looks of it but very scenic. Keep that consistency going!

    • @TheRunningWhale
      @TheRunningWhale 17 дней назад

      Cheers pal she's doing great. Two challenging weeks for her but still smiling. I think she's on for a strong end to the year 💪