Heavy As Lead Documentary - From 300lbs to Running the Leadville 100
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- Опубликовано: 31 авг 2019
- Heavy as Lead is the story of Jason Cohen, who went from 300lbs to just a short 7 years later found himself running the Leadville Trail 100.
Jason, at the age of 27, found himself looking at the number 297 on his bathroom scale. Jason resolved to never let that number touch 300 and has since lost over 120 pounds. His incredible journey has taken him through his battle with obesity and took him to the starting line of the Leadville Trail 100 Race on August 18th, 2018. This film documents Jason's story of losing the weight, becoming an athlete, and running the Leadville 100.
Jason was given the idea to tell his story by his good friend, Mark LeBlanc, who realized that Jason's story needed to be told to the world. Mark is co-creating Heavy as Lead with Jason and is the person behind the camera for much of the film.
More information and contact information can be found at www.heavyaslead.com
Instagram - @jason_cohen
Produced, Directed, Filmed, & Edited - Mark LeBlanc & Jason Cohen
Aerial Cinematography - Mark LeBlanc, Dane Christensen, Jamie Orillion, Jason Cohen
Additional Footage - Jamie Orillion, Chase Smith, Elizabeth LeBlanc, Isaac Cook, Carolyn Gray
Colorist - Chase Smith
Sound Mixer - Josh Baggenstoss
Sound Supervisor - Jason Camiolo
Special thanks to these brands for helping me along this journey
- Arc"Teryx
- Altra
- Normatec
- Compex
- Rudy Project
- Rumble Roller
- Skratch
- Path Projects
- Leki
- Health Warrior Superfoods
- Huma Chia Energy Gel
- Passenger Coffee
- Thinksport
- Helinox
- Sitka
- Hydrapak
Amazing story and incredible job. I myself got up to over 500lbs and lost over 300lbs the last 2.5 years. I’m running my first 50 miler in November and my first 100 in January. Been training hard for the past several months putting in 100 mile weeks. I’m a little nervous for the 100 but your story is super motivating.
Ray Symonds You should definitely share the journey.
Well done on your weight loss and all the best with your race.
Fantastico Ray. I cried for your perseverance . God with you
God bless you in many ways never forget to thank him for the mind ,strength ,will and love to take care of yourself and others !
What did you do to start your weight loss journey?
100 miles in 30 hours. How hard can that be? HARD AS HELL! I’ve done it a few times. I’ve never heard anyone say “Well that wasn’t so bad.” Great accomplishment Jason!
Haha thanks and congrats on your own accomplishments!
Yes dude. Yes. Love it. Weighed almost 600 myself! Down to 250 and making trail running films!
Thats amazing! Keep up the fantastic work and hope to see you out on the trail!
@@JasonCohenphoto yes sir!
🔥
Im subscribing to you as you are heroic, well done my friend
Wow
Your wife is an absolute keeper. Her ability to see you for you and not what you'd had become is a VERY rare attribute. And you, well you're an inspiration for all those who are struggling to find the catalyst to motivate them to become healthy. May your journey continue and for you digging deeper and deeper.
She absolutely is! We have been together for 19 years and still going strong :) Thanks for watching!
This is so inspiring. Thank you for sharing your story.
@@L-h8py Thanks so much and thanks for watching!
AND she remained supportive when he wanted to improve himself. That's a keeper.
@@valisaperson absolutely!
Just started this same journey! 325lbs down 12 and running/walking 4 times a week. This is truly inspiring!
Congrats and keep up the great work! Don't lose sight of the goal and enjoy the journey!
It took me a long time to realize that the key to comfort in life, is to endure discomfort. Jason, your story is proof of this, thanks for the reminder and for spreading that message.
Thanks for watching!
Isn't that a David Goggins quote?
@@jimjones8808 Not sure but it is a good one :)
I agree steve, and it's amazing how some of us need the pain to change.
You should check out Yes Theory
I've said it lots of times addicts just need to change their addiction
Sean Barker very true
Just say no
haha
It's not only an addiction. Scientist actually found out some people have a gen that makes them feel hungry all the time. Respect the difference. Some people are indeed fat due to just eating a lot and no sports, but sadly some have serious problems, and it's not simply an "addict" problem. They need help from a doctor and medication. They think 1/4 have a medical problem. So respect the difference and don't assume anything.
Lich Lich thank you for this comment. Yes, for some people it is definitely a medical condition. For others, like myself, it is medication I have to take for a medical condition. During clinical trials, doctors knew that this medication I am on could lead to insane weight gain and also cause diabetes, but they did not publish this finding. Unfortunately, this is the only medication that helps me manage my illness, and I gained 103 lbs due to this medication. ☹️ I am now starting the ketogenic diet in attempt to lose the weight. I did initially lose 30 lbs with the keto diet, but using even keto approved sweeteners totally sabotaged my weight loss, and I ended up gaining back almost all the weight I lost. This time it is strict, healthy keto, just meat, eggs, cheese and vegetables, and some liquid stevia in my morning cup of tea. It's the only sweetener that doesn't make me crave more sweets. I will not be eating any keto treats, because the treats almost always trigger a binge for me.
This is close to my journey. About 3 years ago I weighed 325lbs. Lost 140lbs. Running for about 18 months. Last month finished 68th out of 133 finishers at Eastern States 100. Next week is the IMTUF 100. That race will qualify for the Hardrock 100. Then who knows Badwater, Moab, Western States, Bigfoot
Good luck!!!
I started two months ago at 250lbs, now at 235, slowly adding mileage, hope I can do one ultra next year, probably 60k.
Community seems very nice, no competition, just super relaxes people.
Man that is incredible! Sounds like an incredible journey and I hope to see you out on the trail sometime!
What an incredible journey. How did you keep going after the first 10 pounds? Was it a bonfire, or a series of small sparks?
@@EGbean2 Thanks so much. Honestly I had believed that I would always be big so those first 10 pounds were a bit of a game changer. After that I thought "what else is possible for me" and I just kept going. I just kept pushing slowly (over a few years) and eventually the progress was way beyond I could have imagined... And still to this day I just keep pushing... I really believe I will never be finished and just keep working on myself daily
@jason Cohen I’d like to meet up with you at an Ultra sometime. I finished the IMTUF 100 in 70th place last weekend. Keep staying positive, believing in yourself, and taking steps forward. Take care
What his wife said about him in the beginning brought tears to my eyes. She has true love for him.
Thanks for watching and absolutely!
made me tear up as well
I am obese, you have just inspired me to make some changes in my life, thankyou so much.
Thats awesome and so glad to hear!
You can do it 👍 if you want it bad enough 😉
How are you?
I was 200lbs at 5”4 ten years ago. My personal record is running 40 miles in 8.5 hours , thank you for being a part of my inspiration
Hey congratulations and keep up the great work!!
"We are all capable of so much more than we give ourselves credit for." -Jason Cohen
:)
I cried when he said "Is this a dream?" And his wife screamed "YES!"
Haha yeah it really seemed like it. Thanks for watching!
Thank you.
I grew up in Leadville as a kid. I didn’t drink, smoke, or hangout with fellow classmates. Instead, I biked and swam everyday, when the weather would cooperate. My goal back in the late 80s was to compete in The Ironman Triathlon, a secret I told no one. Today, I find myself in my 50s, overweight, but healthy, if that makes sense. This video was very inspiring and I hope to update you in the near future. Thank you for this great video.
We love Leadville! The Ironman is still within reach and I had a friend just yesterday who is over 50 who did his first full distance Ironman!
You go do it for yourself. We believe in you J.
Not too late dude
It's not too late!
You can do it man. I finished IMCDA at 40 and Andy Potts barely beat me by about 6 hrs.
This has inspired me to lose run. I went from 385lbs down to 318lbs in only 3 weeks. I will keep going and fulfill my dream of joining the Army
im afraid that losing that much weight in that short amount of time is not healthy for you body
Keep up the hard work and you will achieve your dream!
Sorry to step in here but that is just not possible. That would mean you lost 22 lbs per week. Even if you ate no food and burned 60,000 calories per day (by running 300 miles per day), you still wouldn't lost the amount you claimed. They only way to lose that much weight in that short amount of time is by dehydrating your body, which is unsafe and not true weight loss. Please aim for around 2-5 lbs per week at a maximum.
@@palmerprod I lost the weight because I never drank water and I would eat an amount 3-4 people would eat. So I cut out everything and stuck on with water/herbal teas, I eat small meals and walk 5 miles everyday.
@@exorcists OK i just want to make sure you are doing it safe. I crash dieted before and i paid the price. 3 months of fatigue and weight gain.
Such a encouraging story. When l turned 50 l had my midlife crisis. But instead of buying a Mustang, or Harley, l needed to find something to challenge my body and mind. I turned to multi day hiking and mountain climbing. Love how this man took his health into his own hands. He owned it. Thanks and well done mate.
Thats fantastic and keep up the great work!
This is so awesome! I recently have lost over 100 pounds through running and am now running my first 50k in two weeks!
Fantastic and have an awesome race!!
All the best for ur 50k
I too lost 100 pounds and hve signed for 3 upcoming marathons
damn 50k good job!
how did it go?
Awesome job! What a support group! This is very inspiring. I'm 41 and I started at 296 a few weeks ago and I'm down to 272 now. Just jogged 3/4 mile straight for the first time in years. Thanks for this.
Thanks for the kind words and for watching! Keep up the great work and enjoy the miles!
how’s it going now sir?
Hey man, we got any news? Even if they are bad, you will stand up again and win!
I'd love to see more about the actual process and timeline of getting from 297lbs to the starting line at Leadville!
You mentioned that this was way harder of a challenge than the actual race. But it was pretty much glossed over in a 30 second montage in the documentary. I'm really curious how you trained, and stayed motivated!
Hey thanks and I certainly would have loved to share more but this was actually about a year and a half long project just for this amount of time and I was ready to get it out into the world :) I have another film/project that I am working on that will hopefully have more time/space to go into more detail but won't be as focused on Leadville specifically. Thanks again for watching!
You can see his story and other great interviews on a former channel Big Change The Film. Here’s a link: ruclips.net/video/nkFPWh-DwSc/видео.html
@kirsty I was also hoping the documentary would have devoted more time to that.
@@JasonCohenphoto Please do! Thank you!
@@godofthebiblespeaks3188 Thank you! I also found more likable here.
I love these stories. Congratulations on your accomplishment!
Man. What an inspiration. I'm 27 and I just hit 260 on the scale and decided to make a change, just like you did. I'm so glad I found this. It feels so good to know that someone else was at literally my same point and got to where you are now.
Update - 08/2023
I’m nearly forty pounds down and training to run a marathon next May! Thank you for the inspiration!
Hey thanks for the kind words. I was 27 as well when I made the decision to turn things around. Great job on deciding to make a change! Reach out if I can help in any way
@Maggie Talty I wouldn't let any number be a discouragement. It's never too late to get started. Believe in yourself too!
This was epic! So inspiring, thankyou!
Thanks so much for watching and the kind words! 😀
I needed this. Thank you Jason!
Thank you so much for watching!
What a beautiful story. Thank you for sharing and way to go!
Thanks for the kind words!
Thank you for sharing. I’m 25 and struggling with the “I’ll always be this way” mentality. I work out most days, I try to eat pretty healthy, but don’t really expect much to change. I need to change my mindset to realize I can do a lot more than I think I can. We got this. You’re incredible.
Hey Samantha thanks for watching! I believe with all of my heart that if you want it badly enough, if you believe in yourself, and if you do the hard work it is certainly possible. You are absolutely right, we got this. You are incredible too and don't stop pushing forward!
Good luck Samantha
Great vid man! Loved the hustle and fortitude to keep on turning up and making good decisions.
Thanks so much and thanks for watching!
This is a great clip thanks for the inspiration!
Thanks for watching!
Very inspirational! I needed to see this today.
SO glad to hear and thanks for watching!
Loved this video Jason! Your attitude was so positive. I finished this year and it's an amazing experience. Congrats on your journey and you can be certain that you inspired many
Congrats on the finish and thanks so much for the kind words!
I'm so pleased you posted this video. Jason, you have inspired me to do more with my life. Thank you!
Thanks for watching!
That was amazing!!! Thank you for your story and inspiration!
Thanks and thanks for watching!
Hell. Yeah. Man! Incredible journey and story. Thanks so much for capturing and sharing with us. Incredible feat of strength. Ultra man!
Thanks so much!
What an amazing story and journey. I was just in Leadville for the 2019 Leadville 100 and was in awe of this event. I had never even heard of it and just happened to be there. Congrats on your accomplishments.
Thanks! I was there for this years race as well! Such an amazing event!
What an incredible support system! This makes my heart so happy.
I certainly had an amazing crew out there! Thanks for watching!
Simply awesome! Looking forward to learning more about your journey, both past and future!
Thank you very much!
Beautifully done! Thank you for sharing!
Thanks so much for watching!
I wish I had friends like yours! Such dedication is inspirational. Makes me want to be a better friend.
Thanks as I do have quite fantastic friends!
Now this is a relatable story, this makes me believe regular people can do these events! Awesome and you're so lucky to have such a cool crew
I am super lucky and thanks for watching!
You rock bro! Such an inspiring and motivating testimony! Keep up the amazing work! Thank you for sharing.
Thanks so much for watching!
Jason, your story is amazing, thanks for sharing your story! It is inspiring!
Thank you so much for watching!
I am another person touched by your story and your success! I have also struggled with my weight my entire adult life and have enjoyed running/walking/hiking during my varying falls and rises in weight. When I see someone so completely conquer obesity and weight issues it really inspires me to continue my own journey. By sharing your life you will have a profound effect on thousands of us who struggle with the same affliction. Thank you, and your friends, for your time, efforts and wonderful victory!!!!
Keep up the hard work and thanks for watching!
This is absolutely awesome! Congratulations on your accomplishment. I have lost 70lbs in the past year hiking every week. I am looking forward to reaching your accomplishment. Thanks for the motivation.
Congrats on the weight loss and keep up the great work! Thanks for watching :)
This video made me so emotional, I felt like to cry already half way 😅 thank you for sharing !
Thanks for the kind words and for watching!
Sir you stole my tears away. Good job Sir !! I am still working my miles to beat a HM this year.
Congratulations on your accomplishments - including the buckle! I'm doing my first 100 next month - can't wait!
Thanks so much and have a blast at your race!!!
Uuuh, RUclips just came out like SURPRISE! I've been running at 330 pounds and I'm currently at 290. I'm working to getting toward 220 and being able to run my first marathon. Right now I'm at 5 miles as my longest run and I'm going to hit up a 15k in March. This was a huge motivator! Definitely subscribing and would like to hear more about your journey toward getting ready for ultra running as long endurance races have always peaked my interest in being the most insane accomplishment.
Thanks for watching and keep up the great work. You will be down to 220 before you know it and have a blast at your 15k!
just keep working hard i was 311 in jan now down to 230 and ran my first half marathon in 1hr59min i was hurting pretty bad but i made it and you can too.
@@devinknight3532 Great words and keep up the great work yourself!
@@devinknight3532 You're a badass! Keep it up bro!
Hey Anthony! Loved the story! Just curious how things have been turning out since last year?
Loved this so much! So inspiring!
Thank you so much for your kind words and for watching!
Very inspiring story and taught me importance of self commitment.. and love the line which u said in the end of this video "We write our own stories" !!
Thanks so much!
Fantastic video. Great inspiration for a big guy who dreams to become a runner and to do something grand and crazy just like you did. Greetings all the way from Iceland
Thanks so much and keep dreaming! The next thing you know you will be doing that crazy thing!
I Love this!!! I am 300lbs now and plan on training for 10km plus. I want to run again and for running to be part of my weight loss journey. Well done and very inspirational. Thank you or posting...
Keep up the great work and working towards your goals! You got this and you can accomplish anything you put your mind to!
Just what I needed to see today. This is fantastic!
Hey thanks so much and thanks for watching!
Truly inspirational. Thank you for sharing this.
Thanks for the kind words and for watching!
Amazing story mate! I just started running this year and did my first 50 k a few weeks ago. You are a machine! Keep it up!
Thanks so much and congrats on your 50k! Keep up the great work!
Wow, this was incredible!
Thanks so much :)
Thanks for producing this. SO inspiring
Thanks for watching and the kind words!
This is so inspirational. I am uber proud of you and I don't even know you. Well done! This is commendable.
You are too kind and thanks so much for watching!
Great story and professional content! On my own similar journey and this was super encouraging! At 48 and 270lb decided my 50's had to be the best. At 28 months (and 50 now) down 76lbs (last 15lbs in sight in 4-5 months!) and training for first marathon in January. Glad you started yours earlier in life, but it is never too late. Not sure I'll make the 100 mile efforts, but I am looking forward to 50K and possibly 50 miler before 55! Just thinking about it and sure would be cool to run 100K and run further than my age at least once in my life - you are helping me cast a larger vision ;-)
Thanks for the kind words and congrats on all of your accomplishments! Keep up the great work!
You, and all the commenters who are coming from a similar place are absolutely amazing! More power to you all!
Thank you so much!
Awesome story. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks for the kind words and for watching!!
Top notch material! Thanks for the hard work and sharing Jason
Thanks so much for taking the time to watch and kind words!
This had me in tears at the end. Incredible story of an incredible journey. I've lost 106lbs so far and am on my last 20 to lose but got hooked on jogging 11 weeks ago for the first time in my life (I'm 42). This inspired me to keep going like you wouldn't believe. I signed up for my first 10k a couple of weeks ago. This may not be far to some but for a woman who felt she'd be obese her whole life it's one hell of an achievement. Your story is an inspiration to keep pushing the goal posts. ✨ have a great day 🏃♂️
That's amazing and what an incredible journey! Keep up the fantastic work! That finish at the 10k is going to be special! Congrats again!!!
You are blessed to have such friends.
Thanks I certainly am!
Such a beautiful story. Thank you for sharing! ❤
Thank you for watching and the kind words!
You our an absolute inspiration!!! Also to all the others who are battling and persevering you our inspirational also! Thank you for sharing your story.
Thanks so much for the kind words and watching!
Oh man this is so inspiring. Incredible work all around, thank you!
Hey thanks so much for watching and the kind words!
This is an amazing story. Congrats!!! I am running for the first time and training for my first marathon. I have been obese for at least 10 years and last year I was diagnosed with diabetes and early this year we lost our son, Oscar, from preeclampsia; I started running because, as you, I was tired with the person I saw in the mirror; I started running to cope with the loss of my son; and I hope one day I get to share my story like you did! 🙏🏽🖖🏽
Thanks so much for watching. I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your son, I can't comprehend what that has been like. When you cross that finish line at the marathon it will be a magical moment. I look forward to seeing your story and please do share it!
This video came on my suggested and I’m glad I clicked on it. Very inspiring for sure
Thanks so much for watching!
You're a beast!!!! Congrats on the strong finish on a REALLY tough course. Super inspiring
We all are and thanks for watching!
Jason Cohen has responded to most of the comments left here. Wow!
Thanks for noticing and the kind words!
Jason, this is inspiring. I started my weight loss journey over seven years ago at nearly 300 lbs with a daily walk around the block.Today, I have run, walked, and hiked over 3,000 miles and I'm down to 200 lbs, with more to lose. I just came across your video and the Leadville 100 is on my list as I prepare for my first ultra distance race in August. Hope to see you on the trails one day.
Hey thanks for watching and congrats on your own journey! Keep up the awesome work and have a blast at your first ultra in August! I hope to see you in Leadville one day!
Good for you man. Such an inspiration.
So so so extreme and fabulous - keep it coming!!! The world needs more of this... x1 million.
Thanks so much!!!
This deserves to go viral man. One hell of a story. I've been fighting weight my whole life. I've gotten a handle on it a few times over the years, but never been fully successful. Thank you for the inspiration, I really needed it today.
Thanks so much and honestly I am just stoked for one person to watch it and hopefully pass on a little inspiration that will hopefully help someone else. Keep up the good fight! I can tell you that I wouldn't at all consider myself finished, but from where I was it has certainly been worth the fight and struggle to get here.
TheGoogleNinja : Dr. McDougall and Vegan diet can help.
Great work and so well documented! What's next?
Thank you! Did grand canyon rim to rim to rim this summer and planning the next big thing for next summer...
Inspiring film Jason, thank you for sharing story.
Thank you!
This moved me to tears. Thank you for sharing your journey. What sn amazingly inspiration guy you are!
Thank you for watching and for your kind words!
Wow man! I'm 2 months into my journey of losing 100 lbs and training for a 50 mile bike race in death valley. Great to hear your story and you have a wonderful wife also. God bless you and your family!
Killer and keep up the great work! Have an amazing time at your 50 mile bike race!
This video is so good when I’m older I want to do a 100 miles but right now I’m just gonna stick to my 1 mile 5k and 10k since I’m only in middle school 😂
Thanks so much and keep up the running! It's always great to have big goals even if they are a few years down the line!
I'm in middle School too. Going to Run 70km in October. My first ultramarathon. 5"2 , 70kg. 17 yo
@@domo_willson You are 17 in middle school? Forgive me (I'm not in the USA) But is it only 18 year olds in High School in the USA? Hell I finished High School when I was 17.
@@YeCannyDaeThat Middle school is usually up to age 14, High School from age 15-18. Somebody likes middle school too much!
What an amazing inspirational story!! Thank for sharing it!!
Thank you and thanks so much for watching!
Very inspiring! Thank you for sharing your journey.
Thank you for watching!
Wow. Amazing brother. I have been training for my first 100 miler for the past 6 months down here in S.C. My weight had jumped up to 275, but not unlike yourself, had that moment of clarity and decided to make the change. Since then I have dropped 100 lbs, learned to box, skateboard, jump rope on a Mayweather scale, and do countless other things that I thought would never be possible. Thanks for the inspiration. Have a great day, and a great journey.
Thanks and have an amazing time at your race! Keep up the great work and sending you all the best from Louisiana!
You have a wonderful support crew and incredibly supportive wife!
Thanks and I couldn't agree more!!
Absolutely incredible....you worked so hard for that moment to cross that line...must have been an indescribable feeling
Thanks so much what kind of words and for watching. It certainly was an incredible moment. Looking forward to crossing that line again in a few months!
Now this is inspiring. I’m just at the start of my journey and that’s what I needed. Thanks bro for an amazing story
Thanks so much and congrats to you! Put in the hard work and it will pay off, I promise!
Uve made my day..
After watching this... I belive... Anything is possible...
Hats off to ur dedication
Aw thanks so much! It is out there for any of us... Just have to commit and follow through :)
@@JasonCohenphoto jason just watching Ur video make. Me so. Much stronger that today i've signed for my first Airtel delhi half marathon 20th October 2019...
Ur a true legend
U, kilian jornet, and dean karnazes are my real life hero nd inspiration
@@JasonCohenphoto pls keep running keep inspiring jason. God bless you and ur family
Huhe respect from India 🇮🇳
@@kunalsharma2116 You are too kind! Have an awesome time on your marathon in October! Thanks again!
Wow, great film. I started my journey at 290 lbs am about 188 now. Am doing my 1st 50k in 8 weeks time. Been training hard.
So many motivated people out there, it just makes me want to push harder.
Congrats on your weight loss and keep up the great work!
We write our own stories...so true. Great story and great film. Well done for such an amazing effort!
Thanks for watching!
Such an inspiring story and video. Congrats!
Thanks for the kind words and for watching!
Music at 0.27 gives me goosebumps... Amazing just Amazing
Yes, do you know what’s that song ?
@@angeliquebouce711 no i dont know... If anyhow i come to know the name of the song, I will definitely let u know.
You have one hell of a pit crew there! That was awesome to watch
I certainly do/did! Thanks so much for watching!
Jason, this was incredible! Good for you and your determination. I agree that we write our own story.
Thanks so much and absolutely!
This is so inspirational. You have such an amazing crew and your journey is incredible. The love between you and your crew gave me tears! ♥️
Thanks so much and I really did have the best crew around!
On that same journey, not so extreme but still each mountain is a mountain. I cant express how motivating this is. One of my biggest struggles is the need for calories when i knock out some good miles, especially after the race. How did you deal with that? I started thinking I would run to lose weight, now its lose weight to run. Keep on motivating and doing the races which make folks like me stand up and notice.
Blender drinks with fruit and protein powder ....you need protein and carbs. Nuts and fruit later. Staves off junk food impulse. Rock on!
Bright observation !
Beans, peas, lentill are really fullfilling food with proteins so it fills hungryness very well.
Much respect to obese people taking to running, seems so much harder and risky than bike ! In France medics are like " no run for knees sake " they are all on hike/bike/swim and running later on. So for me it is super surprising to see such running endeavour to lose weight.
Go for health !
I'll be doing my first zero carb marathon soon. Hoping for a pb.
You definitely need to make sure you're not trying to cut calories after a run and during training. Sure, you can't just eat everything in huge portions but you have to fuel your body or else you'll burn out physically and mentally.
Jason, you are an absolute inspiration!!! I found myself at 300 lbs myself, 3 years later I am 200 lbs and am training for my first 10k. While I still have 30 lbs left to lose, I am confident that I have taken my life in my hands. Congratulations on your success, and thank you for the inspiration to keep going.
Thanks so much for the kind words and keep up the awesome work! Have a blast during your 10k and be proud of yourself for all that you have accomplished!
Update, I lost the weight and just ran my first half marathon (virtual)...my running journey started with your video. Thanks again Jason
@@JasonCohenphoto I wanted to reach out to you as your video changed my life.
I am now one month out from running the Chicago marathon and just completed my first 20 mile run.
When I first commented, I was unsure where running would take me, but I saw the look in your eyes after finishing your run and knew that I wanted nothing more then to experience the same thing for myself.
Thank you again Jason!!!!
@@davidmelnick337 Wow that is so amazing and it makes my day! I hope you have enjoyed the training journey and it will be an incredible moment when you cross that finish line! I always remind myself that race day is the gift for all of the hard work already done. A few weeks ago I had the chance to run Leadville again and that race day feeling is like nothing else. Congrats again and keep up the great work!
Jason, thank you for telling your story in such a beautiful, inspiring way! Such an epic journey from where you were in your life. You have proved we are capable of more than we think. I wish you all the best for your future
Thanks so much for watching and for all of your kind words!
What an awesome achievement and what a great team supporting you!!! Congratulations!!
Hey thanks so much!
What does one say🤷♀️your amazing! Congratulations on your achievements 🙂
Thank you very much!
Thank you for the inspiration. In two days im walking a marathon. I lost more than 200 pounds from walking.
Thats fantastic and have an amazing time at the marathon! Keep up the great work!!!
What an inspiring story. Thank you for sharing your journey. Brought me to tears several times; it motivated me as well. Thank you very much!
Hey thanks so much for watching and for your kind words! Take care
Absolutely love and appreciate learning about your personal obstacles, trials and ultimate triumph. You are an inspiration!
Thanks for watching and the kind words!