I am entered into the TR250 in April 2023, royally fucked it up last year so really want to get it done next year! I actually like the look of this event too!
Awesome!! I'm not a proper runner, I jut try and beat the cut offs, but I've done the Lakeland 100 miler and a few 100 km ultras. Am doing the Swiss Peaks 360 km in September, it's only 200 miles but it has 24,000 m of vertical!! Love watching videos like this and see how others push themselves past their limits, great inspiration, thanks!!
What Craig hasn't said is that when people came to show their support, he stopped to talk and thank everyone which inevitably dragged things out and prolonged the pain. I have had the privilege of watching Craig get someone through an endurance event and then see him participating in this event. Commando: Per Mare, Per Terram.
Unbelievable achievement Craig. Having had an personal nightmare over the last 2 years and many a time thought of giving up. Watching you makes me want to continue battling on. We all need to make the most out of this life we have been given .
Great watch, Craig. That brought it all back. You're a genuine tough guy, and it was an honour for me to share some of the experience with you. Thank you for the kind words. And keep making these brilliant films.
Wow, great stuff Craig, had no doubt you'd get through that and thanks for sharing the journey and problem solving, really great to watch. Loved it when you said, 'just get through these middle 100miles' haha, only a crazy ultra runner could say that. Hope you and your wife are recovering well.
A brutally honest, no bullshit, account of how to complete an incredibly difficult and extreme distance race. Your approach to the race could be applied to almost any challenge in life and pull it off as successfully. I've watched a few of your videos but this is by far the most inspirational. As a fellow ex mil guy I get the whole discipline and mental strength ethos but it doesn't hurt to be reminded from time to time. I'll be taking a lot of this with me on my own races and challenges over the next 12 months. Brilliant work 🙌🏼👊🏼💥. As for aspirations: I have been running properly, i.e. I have a plan in place and a coach, for about 6 weeks - yet I have entered the Dragon's Back Race for 2023! If you are going to be a bear... 🐻
Wow, absolute incredible and mind blown. Feeling very inspired after watching this. Knowing what you went through, its true what you say. Once your legs give up ,Your head takes over, then once your head gives up, your heart takes over. That will be a Motto I will carry with me in all future races. Huge Kudos mate.
It feels slightly embarrassing to even leave a comment on a video like this!! What I mean is, how do you come up with the words of how incredible something like that is in just a few sentences?! All I will say is that your very inspiring and a true testament of how important the mind can be. Yes it makes me want to sign up but I think perhaps theres a few races I need to do first, like perhaps a 24 hour event before taking on this beast! A great video too btw. Well worth the wait. Thanks Craig.
Absolute legend!!! What a mind set to have. Loved every second of this video especially toad watch!!! 🤣 A massive well done it now makes my 44 mile ultra in December like a park run on a Saturday. 🤣👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻🤙
Unbelievable and hat off to you. Very inspiring as I'm sat here with an achilles injury not run for 6 weeks and thinking I won't be ready for the M2L Ultra next April. You've got inside my head and made me confident I'll be fine - well done Craig you are inspirational 👏
That was epic! Well done! Couple of gear tips, for your next ultra adventure: Ininji Toe Socks (for avoiding blisters). Altra Olympus 5 (best cushioning) or Altra Mont Blanc BOA (with good cushioning). Both shaped like a real foot, so there's plenty of room for toes.
Amazing! Continue on your path and you will succeed with your RUclips channel! You deserve many subscribers because your content is such inspiring and also emotional.
Wow what a guy! Your mental strength is amazing! Getting through this shows how we can talk ourselves in and out of things! And for you to get to the end SECOND finisher, WOW! What an achievement! Pure grit and determination! Great video, thanks for showing this! 🙌
This is amazing! Running my first marathon on Sunday. This is so inspirational, you are a testament to the power of mindset. Wow, you are truly unique. ❤ 🎉😁
Fantastic video, and an amazing effort. I spent time looking for those frogs, didn’t want to step on any!! Looking forward to watching you go further 😳
I had to bow out of a 12hr ultra in August because I'd started to suffer from Acid Reflux (Gerd) and had the hardest time breathing without coughing all day, and all night. I couldn't sleep. And it wasn't Covid but i'd been testing and worrying and retesting all the time. It was a nightmare. But, I'm on the mend, have been eating better and using antacids etc. I'm signed up for next year's race so that's set and YOU my friend have set an amazing example! Thank you! *I'm a big dude and wear New Balance Fresh Foam running shoes (trainers) and i'm injury and blister free. -just a thought.
your an amazing man! everything you said about your hard times being training for future events like this one really hit home for me. this is a great video. you have a great brother to stick by you also in the event and more im sure! well done team craig!
Cracking effort Royal 👍🏻💪🏼. I’m planning a 142 miler for charity and this is double the distance I’ve previously done. I literally have no idea how I’ll do!!
My friend runs just like me , but he has blood cancer and knows he'll get as long as he gets to live . He still works, looks after a family and runs , if thats no inspiration nothing is . Keep rolling everyone 👌
@@CraigWilliamsUltra cannot see the issue really!! 7pm in the hot tub watching your epic run with a cup of tea what’s not to like? She’s living the dream. 🤣🤣
Outstanding effort Craig, truly Inspiring, love your attitude, mindset and humility. You fecking smashed it my friend, super Impressed and thanks for the motivation and Inspiration. Also, great tip on heart rate.
@@CraigWilliamsUltra will do buddy, what's your next big race planned? Also did you use a gopro, if so what did you use to string all the filming together?
@@CraigWilliamsUltra just another quick question, I just checked out the Brutal 300 for next year, the laps are now 5.2 miles not 1 mile is that correct?
@@ianthevegantattooedultraru1113 I used a GoPro and PremierPro to edit the footage. Next big race is the Desert Ultra in Namibia in 3 weeks 🫣. I start training tonight 😂🤦♂️ I’m just gonna go and enjoy the experience.
Wicked video mate! So inspiring! I’ve not tackled a 100 yet but that’s what I want to do and just keep going longer and longer….. See you at the Berkeley?
Great race review and agree entirely about mind set. Yes you need to prepare and have a plan but you never know what the body will do in long distance. There isn’t any guarantee. That is when the mind has to step up. Awesome 👏. I carry a pic of my mom during long races rest her soul with the word Believe! She fought cancer with that mind set. She lost in the end but without that belief she would of been gone years before. One word is all we need. Believe!
Thanks for posting such great videos, Craig. You're a real inspiration and I'm hoping to have the mental strength you possess, when the time comes in my upcoming event. Hope we can run together some day, too. Cheers!
Really enjoyed this video, great achievement 👏, made up for you. I've done 2 100 mile races, which I've completed but suffered alot with sore feet, does the K tape actually work on protecting the feet?? I'm doing the Arc of Attrition in January and I think the key for me completing it is finding the solution to protecting the feet. Good luck in future adventures
The K Tape works to protect against friction. is easier to put on and seems to last much longer than sports strapping tape. I find myself moving almost completely to K-Tape. Try it out 👍
@@CraigWilliamsUltra I actually prepared your race package but was gone by the time you started running... It was so nice to be there. Thank you for sharing... 100% motivation! Next crazy adventure?????
@@jackycamos5528 amazing. Thanks for your efforts. I loved my little race pack 💪 I have retired now. Just got the UK Berkeley Marathons next weekend, the desert ultra in Namibia (Nov), Spine Challenger (Jan) then the Tunnel Ultra!
About your feet: I am just now getting into minimalist/ barefoot shoes (no drop between back and front, wider toe box, flexible, and less to almost no cushion) and slowly transitioning to run mostly in them and improve my front/ midfoot running. I feel like for some people they can really be the key to proper foot health. I never tan this far yet so I can’t really say anything about blisters in normal vs barefoot shoes but it could be interesting. Even though in this case with the terrain it might actually not have been a great option.
I'm soooo curious...how many calories did you go through? I did a 3 hour run a few days ago and I almost killed 2200. Great job by the way, and you have a good crew. Good luck in future races my friend.
@@CraigWilliamsUltra lol, its Matt . . I will be watching this video again with Laura this evening. I had a big DNF a couple of weeks ago after just 40 miles into an ultra, your video has helped to motivate me again. :)
Nightmare @@RunFamRun 40 miles is enough to F*** you up! I know, I’ve been there. The thought of you running everyday inspires me so strip things back and start building again. I’ve retired now. Just got 4 more races to do! 😉
Running every day does create a good base level of fitness but I have been too busy to do long runs (only 650 miles total ran since january). Im going back to basics now and will be doing a half marathon this weekend and buidling back up from there. Congrats on retrirement, keep me posted on your runs and hopefully we can get together for some training miles at some point.
I think you’re doing foot care wrong man. Just wear Injinji socks. I’m telling you, no blisters. I’ve done 100mile with 30,000’ (10,000meter) elevation with no feet problem and no tape. Just a thought I’m not affiliated with that company
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Tell me your aspirations. Have you or will you ever run 300 miles?
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I’ve got my first 100km ultra next month - mixed bag of excitement and sheer terror. Watching this is inspirational - thank you, you legend 🙌
@@Nine_9s this is why I love the ultra community - what support and thank you! Congratulations on nailing your 100km this year 💪
I am entered into the TR250 in April 2023, royally fucked it up last year so really want to get it done next year! I actually like the look of this event too!
Awesome!!
I'm not a proper runner, I jut try and beat the cut offs, but I've done the Lakeland 100 miler and a few 100 km ultras. Am doing the Swiss Peaks 360 km in September, it's only 200 miles but it has 24,000 m of vertical!!
Love watching videos like this and see how others push themselves past their limits, great inspiration, thanks!!
What Craig hasn't said is that when people came to show their support, he stopped to talk and thank everyone which inevitably dragged things out and prolonged the pain. I have had the privilege of watching Craig get someone through an endurance event and then see him participating in this event. Commando: Per Mare, Per Terram.
Thanks Gary 🙏 and thanks for your support in the day took. It was great to see you bud.
You are one of the toughest mother funsters I know. Great video and an unbelievable achievement in the race. Well done, Craig! 👍🏻🏃♂️
Thanks Mark 🙏 tough or stupid… both work 😂
Unbelievable achievement Craig. Having had an personal nightmare over the last 2 years and many a time thought of giving up. Watching you makes me want to continue battling on. We all need to make the most out of this life we have been given .
Doing my first ultra in 2023, the advice and tips you have passed on are invaluable cheers Royal 👍
Great watch, Craig. That brought it all back. You're a genuine tough guy, and it was an honour for me to share some of the experience with you. Thank you for the kind words. And keep making these brilliant films.
Thanks Tom. It was a great event and having you and the other lads to share it with made it all the better.
Great video mate keep it moving forward and keep the videos coming 🎉🎉
Absolutely love the last line! 500 miles somewhere?!
Wow, great stuff Craig, had no doubt you'd get through that and thanks for sharing the journey and problem solving, really great to watch. Loved it when you said, 'just get through these middle 100miles' haha, only a crazy ultra runner could say that. Hope you and your wife are recovering well.
Ha ha 🤯🔫.
We’re are mate thanks. Hope you’re having a great time on your running trip?
Craig “Nails” WIlliams, fantastic Documentary mate, Truly Inspirational.
His last comment "I think I can go further "Chuck Norris and David Goggins are looking for a training partner .Thanks for the video .
😂 thanks for watching Andy
A brutally honest, no bullshit, account of how to complete an incredibly difficult and extreme distance race. Your approach to the race could be applied to almost any challenge in life and pull it off as successfully. I've watched a few of your videos but this is by far the most inspirational. As a fellow ex mil guy I get the whole discipline and mental strength ethos but it doesn't hurt to be reminded from time to time. I'll be taking a lot of this with me on my own races and challenges over the next 12 months. Brilliant work 🙌🏼👊🏼💥. As for aspirations: I have been running properly, i.e. I have a plan in place and a coach, for about 6 weeks - yet I have entered the Dragon's Back Race for 2023! If you are going to be a bear... 🐻
Be a f***** grizzly Darren 💪 thanks for your comments mate. They mean a lot and the best of luck with your races 🙏
Wow, absolute incredible and mind blown. Feeling very inspired after watching this. Knowing what you went through, its true what you say. Once your legs give up ,Your head takes over, then once your head gives up, your heart takes over. That will be a Motto I will carry with me in all future races. Huge Kudos mate.
It feels slightly embarrassing to even leave a comment on a video like this!! What I mean is, how do you come up with the words of how incredible something like that is in just a few sentences?! All I will say is that your very inspiring and a true testament of how important the mind can be. Yes it makes me want to sign up but I think perhaps theres a few races I need to do first, like perhaps a 24 hour event before taking on this beast! A great video too btw. Well worth the wait. Thanks Craig.
Thanks Phil for both taking the time to watch and secondly for your awesome comment. Keep pushing on mate 👍
Absolutely loved the video. I love the honesty, the rawness and the pure determination you exude. Thank you for sharing your amazing adventure.
Thanks Julie, both for watching and for your kind comments. 🙏
Absolute legend!!! What a mind set to have. Loved every second of this video especially toad watch!!! 🤣
A massive well done it now makes my 44 mile ultra in December like a park run on a Saturday. 🤣👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻🤙
🐸 thanks Karl. 44 miles is more than enough to mess you up. Good luck with it mate.
@Craig Williams Ultra Fantastic video😊Unbelievable achievement 💪💪💪congratulations 👏👏👏thanks for sharing.
Unbelievable and hat off to you. Very inspiring as I'm sat here with an achilles injury not run for 6 weeks and thinking I won't be ready for the M2L Ultra next April. You've got inside my head and made me confident I'll be fine - well done Craig you are inspirational 👏
That was epic! Well done!
Couple of gear tips, for your next ultra adventure:
Ininji Toe Socks (for avoiding blisters).
Altra Olympus 5 (best cushioning) or Altra Mont Blanc BOA (with good cushioning). Both shaped like a real foot, so there's plenty of room for toes.
Amazing! Continue on your path and you will succeed with your RUclips channel! You deserve many subscribers because your content is such inspiring and also emotional.
Thanks Razvan. 🙏
Loved this. Well made and a great story of heart and grit.
Thanks George. I only make the films for a hobby so I'm glad you liked it.
Wow what a guy! Your mental strength is amazing! Getting through this shows how we can talk ourselves in and out of things! And for you to get to the end SECOND finisher, WOW! What an achievement! Pure grit and determination! Great video, thanks for showing this! 🙌
Wow. I'm humbled by your comment. Thanks 🙏
This is amazing! Running my first marathon on Sunday. This is so inspirational, you are a testament to the power of mindset. Wow, you are truly unique. ❤ 🎉😁
Great film, and fantastic achievement Craig 👏🏻
Great video mate, as always a massive inspiration! Love the cliffhanger at the end!
Secretly we both know I’ve retired 😂
🤔who you trying to convince?? 🤣
Well Done! You are an inspiration.
Fantastic video, and an amazing effort. I spent time looking for those frogs, didn’t want to step on any!! Looking forward to watching you go further 😳
Ha ha thanks Graham. I won't be going further... I've retired now lol
I had to bow out of a 12hr ultra in August because I'd started to suffer from Acid Reflux (Gerd) and had the hardest time breathing without coughing all day, and all night. I couldn't sleep. And it wasn't Covid but i'd been testing and worrying and retesting all the time. It was a nightmare.
But, I'm on the mend, have been eating better and using antacids etc. I'm signed up for next year's race so that's set and YOU my friend have set an amazing example! Thank you!
*I'm a big dude and wear New Balance Fresh Foam running shoes (trainers) and i'm injury and blister free. -just a thought.
Thanks Black Bird. Funnily enough I have just got some New Balance and they feel good. Good luck with your ultra next year 🙏
You are such a wonderful person! Thanks for the great video
Thanks Martijn Quist. And thanks for taking the time to watch it
your an amazing man! everything you said about your hard times being training for future events like this one really hit home for me. this is a great video. you have a great brother to stick by you also in the event and more im sure! well done team craig!
Hoofin effort Royal !! Mindset. Mega enjoyed this video
Thanks mate 💪
Wow just wow. What am amazing mental game you had to play. You are a tough tough man! Congrats.
Thanks Amber 🙏
I love these videos! Craig, you are amazing. Such inspiration.
Great video Craig - currently getting over a 100mi DNF and the thought someone doing 300 is baffling, love to see it!
That’s a shame Finn. Keep at it mate, thanks for watching.
Looking forward to this one 😀
Hoofing effort, great demonstration of Commando Spirit.
Thank you for sharing your journey! Your so inspiring!!!
Brilliant. Incredible achievement mate
Your are amazing man you are inspiration!!
Great video. I agree you don’t need your mind, you’re in charge of what you think about. Very well done mate 👍🏼
Thanks James
Cracking effort Royal 👍🏻💪🏼. I’m planning a 142 miler for charity and this is double the distance I’ve previously done. I literally have no idea how I’ll do!!
😂mad init!!! Remember mate… it’s never the distance that gets you. It’s always the speed! Best of luck with it 💪
Brilliant effort, such an inspiration 👏
Thanks Cathy
My friend runs just like me , but he has blood cancer and knows he'll get as long as he gets to live . He still works, looks after a family and runs , if thats no inspiration nothing is . Keep rolling everyone 👌
❤ this video. Just so real. 💪💪💪
Loved watching this Craig 👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks for watching and for your comment Stu 💪 Hope you're good?
Cannot wait for this one!!! Even better it’s on my wedding anniversary so my wife will get a treat watching this too. 😃🤙🤙🤙
Brilliant 😂 if I get hate mail, I’ll know who it’s come from
@@CraigWilliamsUltra cannot see the issue really!! 7pm in the hot tub watching your epic run with a cup of tea what’s not to like? She’s living the dream. 🤣🤣
Outstanding effort Craig, truly Inspiring, love your attitude, mindset and humility. You fecking smashed it my friend, super Impressed and thanks for the motivation and Inspiration. Also, great tip on heart rate.
Thanks Ian. Good luck on you race mate. Keep me posted 👍
@@CraigWilliamsUltra will do buddy, what's your next big race planned? Also did you use a gopro, if so what did you use to string all the filming together?
@@CraigWilliamsUltra just another quick question, I just checked out the Brutal 300 for next year, the laps are now 5.2 miles not 1 mile is that correct?
@@ianthevegantattooedultraru1113 yes. It’s a different route next year.
@@ianthevegantattooedultraru1113 I used a GoPro and PremierPro to edit the footage. Next big race is the Desert Ultra in Namibia in 3 weeks 🫣. I start training tonight 😂🤦♂️ I’m just gonna go and enjoy the experience.
Wicked video mate! So inspiring! I’ve not tackled a 100 yet but that’s what I want to do and just keep going longer and longer…..
See you at the Berkeley?
Hi John. Thanks bud. You may well see me there 🫣
Damn how incredible !
Great race review and agree entirely about mind set. Yes you need to prepare and have a plan but you never know what the body will do in long distance. There isn’t any guarantee. That is when the mind has to step up. Awesome 👏. I carry a pic of my mom during long races rest her soul with the word Believe! She fought cancer with that mind set. She lost in the end but without that belief she would of been gone years before. One word is all we need. Believe!
Love it Clive 🙏
Thanks for posting such great videos, Craig. You're a real inspiration and I'm hoping to have the mental strength you possess, when the time comes in my upcoming event. Hope we can run together some day, too. Cheers!
Thanks mate. Good luck with it. Keep me posted.
"I got tagged in a post on social media and I thought fuck it, lets give it a go". amazing
Amazing inspirational man from a fellow veteran
Would love to try any ultra
Well done Royal hoofin
Really enjoyed this video, great achievement 👏, made up for you. I've done 2 100 mile races, which I've completed but suffered alot with sore feet, does the K tape actually work on protecting the feet?? I'm doing the Arc of Attrition in January and I think the key for me completing it is finding the solution to protecting the feet. Good luck in future adventures
The K Tape works to protect against friction. is easier to put on and seems to last much longer than sports strapping tape. I find myself moving almost completely to K-Tape. Try it out 👍
Wow, wow, wow! Thanks for the inspiration :)
Thanks Jacky
@@CraigWilliamsUltra I actually prepared your race package but was gone by the time you started running... It was so nice to be there. Thank you for sharing... 100% motivation! Next crazy adventure?????
@@jackycamos5528 amazing. Thanks for your efforts. I loved my little race pack 💪
I have retired now. Just got the UK Berkeley Marathons next weekend, the desert ultra in Namibia (Nov), Spine Challenger (Jan) then the Tunnel Ultra!
300 miles???? Insane!!
About your feet: I am just now getting into minimalist/ barefoot shoes (no drop between back and front, wider toe box, flexible, and less to almost no cushion) and slowly transitioning to run mostly in them and improve my front/ midfoot running. I feel like for some people they can really be the key to proper foot health. I never tan this far yet so I can’t really say anything about blisters in normal vs barefoot shoes but it could be interesting. Even though in this case with the terrain it might actually not have been a great option.
I'm soooo curious...how many calories did you go through? I did a 3 hour run a few days ago and I almost killed 2200. Great job by the way, and you have a good crew. Good luck in future races my friend.
Fantastic achievement and an awesome video!
Thanks Matt 🙏 …or Laura… …or the kids? 😂
@@CraigWilliamsUltra lol, its Matt . . I will be watching this video again with Laura this evening. I had a big DNF a couple of weeks ago after just 40 miles into an ultra, your video has helped to motivate me again. :)
Nightmare @@RunFamRun 40 miles is enough to F*** you up! I know, I’ve been there. The thought of you running everyday inspires me so strip things back and start building again.
I’ve retired now. Just got 4 more races to do! 😉
Running every day does create a good base level of fitness but I have been too busy to do long runs (only 650 miles total ran since january). Im going back to basics now and will be doing a half marathon this weekend and buidling back up from there.
Congrats on retrirement, keep me posted on your runs and hopefully we can get together for some training miles at some point.
David Goggins!
💯💯💯💪💪💪❤️
This is not a "race". It's a 300 mile walk at best! But well done nonetheless! ;D
I think you’re doing foot care wrong man. Just wear Injinji socks. I’m telling you, no blisters. I’ve done 100mile with 30,000’ (10,000meter) elevation with no feet problem and no tape. Just a thought I’m not affiliated with that company
I have heard that for years! Tried most things including Injinji socks! You’re lucky.
ad in 1.24 min not interested hope the ad revenue will get more views but judging by the stats guess not