Hi Sally, You are such an inspiration to me. I'm 75 years old and training for a half marathon. I was down and out after my wife passed from cancer in 2023 I took six months off and could not get myself to run again. Until I started watching you. You are my hero. Thank you, Sally, for turning my life around. Tom
Tom, you are inspiring a lot of us "spring chickens", especially me. I am 35 training for me first triathlon. Thank you for reminding me why we do this. All the best with your half marathon. Your wife would be proud of you. x
If Sally McRae can realize she fucked up at Mile 11 and still continue to finish and come 4th in a 250 Mile Race, then it helps me believe I can do a lot more than I think also. Thanks Sally.
And then got her period!?!? GAW! This woman is a machine of positive self will. She just continues to reset and begin again. Then she sets the next “small goal” of running through the entire night lol I adore this woman ❤
2 miles is an ultra for me. It amazes me that people watching your pain, suffering, exhaustion, and grit actually want to do that race, too. It takes 4 hours to drive 250 miles on the freeway. I couldn't stop watching this.
Hi Sally, it was an honor to toe the line with you during the race! I did the 2022 version and DNF at Deer Path due to a compartment syndrome condition and took my revenge on the 2023 Cocodona. Finished at 115 hours. I pretty much walk the whole thing just want to finish it. And I saw you at the starting line and probably that is the only time I saw you lol. This movie is awesome! Definitely brought back lots of memories from the race. Can’t believe that you run the whole thing with your foot condition like that! Very inspiring and hope to see you in some races in the future!
I toed the line in 2024 having watched this religiously in my time spent training. Absolutely surreal setting foot on the course and 'seeing' first hand the challenge that lay ahead. I dropped at 172 miles climbing out of Casner Canyon, completely spent and out of my mind; but in failure I learned so much about myself. That first night section from Crown King to Kipa and on to Prescott cannot be underestimated; very hard going both mentally and physically. Love this video, Sally :) you're so strong.
"It's really easy for me, if I'm not moving at the pace I want to move, to not even appreciate the fact that I'm moving forward..." This resonates with me so hard. I'm trying to rebuild things after a decade of withdrawing from life due to bereavement & mental health issues, and I'm just SO eager to be back on my feet as fast as possible, but it's really tough at times. A lot of difficult emotions come to the surface, or unexpected set-backs hinder my progress, and I get so frustrated and angry with myself for not being where I feel like I should be. In these moments I stop recognising that I am still moving forward and making progress. I forget how far I've come, and how lucky I am to have this second chance at life. I don't look at myself and my situation with gratitude and compassion. All I can see is the obstacle, and my "failure" to progress past it fast enough. But in reality, every obstacle is a chance to learn, and grow, and emerge the other side even stronger. And after a decade of just existing rather than living life, any forward movement, however tiny, is a gift. And set-backs are just part of the process of moving forwards. And I am so grateful to have this chance. Being able to find gratitude and perspective in those moments can be so powerful and transformative.
thank you for sharing all of that with me. Allowing yourself to go through the seasons of life (the highs and the lows) is so important...I hope you know that you are loved and I hope you remember your strength each and every day.
Hi Sally, you are such an inspiration to me and have helped me so much, thank you! I tried couch to 5k 18mths ago in a last ditch effort to lose weight and boost my mental health (I've struggled for years after the death of my partner.) To my surprise I loved it, and continued to run a bit after finishing the course, but I never saw myself as a "runner" due to low self esteem and still being a bit overweight, so I didn't really pursue it. However, I then stumbled across ultrarunning documentaries, especially ones featuring yourself, and it ignited something in me! I started running more, working on my form, doing a bit of strength and flexibility training, trying to run most days and to go further afield - and I LOVED it. I felt so at peace out on the trails, and it had such an amazing effect on my mental wellbeing and self esteem. I started hiking and camping too, going off on little solo adventures, and finally gained the confidence and motivation to seek help for adult ADHD, which I was told was really severe. Getting help with that turned out to be the key to me getting my life back on track after all these years, and it would never have happened without running. Throughout all this I discovered a burning passion for trail and distance running, especially fell running (hill/mountain running in the UK.) It makes me feel alive, and joyful, and exhilarated - things I hadn't felt in a decade. It also really helps me to process my emotions and to spend time with my thoughts, as well as calming my hyperactive ADHD brain. The challenge keeps me focused and excited, and I've realised I am SO much stronger and more capable than I thought. Basically - it's magic. One huge thing is how it has enabled me to finally begin to process my grief over the loss of my partner, which had felt too big and too painful to deal with at the time, so I had locked it away all these years.. I also had to come to terms with the way I reacted to his death at the time (I withdrew from life, my mental health fell apart, I had to leave my career as a junior doctor, I lost contact with my friends, fell into drug addiction, and lost my ability to live independently. I hated myself for a really long time, even after getting clean.) There is something so special about long distance running and the way it allows you to work through these things, and you were the one who introduced me to this. I also really value the message you give about strength, and what true strength is, and what a gift it is to be here, able to feel emotions, even if those emotions are painful or difficult. What a gift it is to be able to choose to take on challenges knowing we will suffer during them, and to embrace that with all our heart. You're saving lives. You saved mine. Thank you so, so much 💖💖💖
Thank you for sharing your story! I also just got into running and I have ADD, which makes me feel like I'm about to explode most of the time. Only when running I feel some sense of calm lately. You're inspiring me to keep going, so thank you again 😊🙏🏼
Hang on, she's nearly killing herself out there and she gets a burger and the first thing she does is ask if he wants some? Through all that physical and mental pain and she's thinking of others? Huge respect!
I love this woman!!! She is so inspirational- like “if she can do it, so can I!” I get emotional watching all her races!! Wait until you read her book!!!
I'm baffled by the lack of complaining she did 😄 but that's seriously something I need to remember next time I run an ultra! Truly an inspiration, great movie, I cried when she crossed the finish line with so much energy, unbelievable.
Major props to Sally’s team! Encouraging, unwavering. Eddy validating her pain AND pushing her forward with kindness! So great! Way to go Sally! Thank you for sharing this experience with all of us!!!
I’m from Phoenix and have lived in Arizona my whole life. The elevation gain is really insane for those who haven’t driven from Phoenix to flagstaff. You go through several different climate zones. This is mad impressive
I’m recently diagnosed bipolar. And have been addressing my related addiction issues. Running has been helping me to develop patience and getting natural endorphins. My first race is in a month! I’m only doing a 10k but I love and appreciate the knowledge you share through your running videos. Thank you! Keep kicking ass!
Having the ability to struggle and be in pain for so long and yet keep pushing is remarkable. Well done Sally you are incredibly inspiring and you've certainly inspired me to do more!
What an epic journey!! I'm doing my first ultra next month in Leadville (50 miler). I'm gonna remember your strength when it gets tough and that we all possess that. You're an inspiration Sally.
Incredible. The way you can just keep pushing blows my mind! I just completed my first 100 mile ultra yesterday and you were a huge I spiraling and motivator for me. You rock!
Sally, you are a true inspiration to women everywhere. What an incredible journey!!. Thank you for taking us along with you. I cried a few times during this video. Especially when you crossed the finish line. Shout our to your husband and your team.
Sally, I watched a Cameron Hanes podcast ( Lift, run, shoot ), and you were on. That's when I was first made aware of you. You have a great message and awesome discipline. Also the fact that you speak openly about your love for our Lord Jesus Christ..... Great video .... God Bless ...
After watching you train for this through the weeks and then even with the set backs and pain in the race to push on to finish, you truly are incredible and have inspired me to give the 50k ultra I’ve been looking at go. Look forward to what is next to come, you are amazing. 👏👏
EPIC!! Thank you Sally for being such an inspiration! Your strength and resilience is unmatched! Thank you Drew and Tyler for the labor of love you’ve given us! This will def be on repeat in my motivational artillery. 💛
You are such an inspiration to many, sometimes we have highs, sometimes we have lows, sometimes the unexpected happens, but we just take another step forward and overcome! Well done Sally, can’t wait to see your next adventure❤️ “The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make His face shine upon you, And be gracious to you; The Lord lift up His countenance upon you, And give you peace.” Numbers 6:24-26
Good work, Sally! I happened to have the privilege of watching the livestream during your approach to the finish line, and the sheer amount of support from running community on the livestream was staggering compared to that for any of the other runners. You're clearly a crowd favorite and I think this documentary shows why. True perseverance and relatability make you an inspiration to all!
Thank you for your kind words Tim and really appreciate you following the journey from the live stream to this film! Our community is so incredible and I'm very grateful to be a part of it!
Wow Sally what a film. I don't know wether it's pure determination or complete madness. I think there was about half a dozen times I gritted my teeth or covered my eyes. Amazing effort, anyone else would have given up ages ago. Your amazing ❤
Thank you for sharing your journey!! I am so moved by your story and ability to take another step forward with pain. I am signed up for Cocodona 2024 and pray I have similar mental strength
I've read in one of J. Krishnamurti's book something about pain. He said that once you face pain with clear eyes, no judgement, as a fact, eventually the pain will subside and desappear. He was obviously talking about psychological pain. By watching and listening to what Sally went through in the documentary, I'm pretty much sure Sally accepted so openheartedly the pain was there that it eventually gave place to a source of energy so powerful we can't even understand.
Epic! Sally you are so inspiring! Just listening to you talk about how anyone can choose strong and you don’t have to be special you just need to keep moving forward through the discomfort fires me up! Keep crushing it!
OH MY GOSH!!! Sally, you are always such an amazing inspiration all of the time, but this is tops!!! I watched this while training on the elliptical this morning and you motivated me in ways I couldn’t imagine! I have so many dreams and goals that I still want to accomplish and for a while I lost faith and hope in myself and my abilities at this time in my life, but I recently had a heart to heart talk with myself and I was really honest with myself, I’m now starting my training over and where I need to be at this moment in my life and build back…your video is exactly what I need, thank you for always being open, honest, beautiful and inspirational 💗💕 I only got to enjoy a short amount of time with you at the Mokelomne River 50M in 2015, it was my first 50M and I was completely surprised to see you in my backyard lol especially since I’d just started following you after watching your documentary Western Times, that was a great inspiration to get me through that race that day, then Salmon Falls 50k I believe in 2016, we took a picture together that I still cherish 💗 Keep doing what you’re doing, you’re helping so many people be their best selves 💕💗
Commenting again after watching this and I wanna say Sally - you rock! I'm in the same age group as you and I am also a mum (to a teenage boy), but I have only recently gotten back into trail and ultra running. Watching you do Cocodona 250 is truly inspiring for someone like me, because you represent women like me and show the strength and fortitude needed in a sport like this. It was an absolute treat watching this and will definitely help me push through my training for two upcoming ultras for me - Taupo Ultra (50k event to qualify for next event) and the Tarawera Ultra (100 mile event). I hope you are recovering well from such an epic race and I am looking forward to seeing what you have planned next :-)
This year at age 55, i broke my calcaneus in January and had heel spur removed in April, broke my hip (total hip replacement)in August (same side) Thought i was done with running, with tears in my eyes watching you cross that finish line, I'm going for it!!!! Thank you!!!
Sally is such an inspiration to keep pushing forward, even through pain. So many of us tap out when it gets hard, but it shows true character to keep going. Congrats, Sally! 🎉🎉
Amazing! I’m attempting to run my first marathon this fall. I’ve loved watching your journey training for this race and your journey running it! Thanks for this 💛
I can’t wait to see this! 💛💛 I watched the whole race! Huge fan of your and can’t wait to see the behind the scenes! Your are such an amazing reminder of each and every humans strength and capability! Choose 💪🏾 strong!!!
Dear Sally, as you ran this I was hospitalised and not sure if I would ever run again. Knowing you were out there inspired me to think positively. A few hours after you crossed the finish I toed the line at an ultra trail run (with doctors permission.). Your finish inspired me to try. I also finished! Thank you for the stories, the poetic and honest viewpoint, and your inspiration. (I have also done the MOzart 100 and in a podcast Realized you must have as well from what you were describing. Maybe one day you are there again and I see you.)
What an absolute SAVAGE you are, Sally. I ran my first full marathon a year ago (clocked in at 3:59:13), and just recently did a solo 52km, both were absolutely brutal on me, and it's fair to say I am proud of both. But I am so humbled by your mental strength (and physical conditioning of course) and I just can not fathom 250 miles. It's 10 marathons. How is that even possible? The places your mind has been to, so few people have visited in their lifetime, that there are not even such words to describe them in human language. I bow to your courage and will.
🎉 Inspirational! Way to tough it out! Im personally just getting back into running after a 7 year hiatis. Just did a 5k run which is absolutely nothing compared to your 250 mi trek! But ive caught the bug again for cross country running! And you are going to be in my head now! You're a warrior, Sally! Keep up the hard work!
You are truly inspiring! Congratulations!! Also absolutely love watching your support team cheer you on through all of it. Brought me to tears multiple times.
everytime i watch her docu series - I hear the same things that I feel. To see you Sally power through and talk yourself through these have been so helpful and realistic. 😂 we get our cycle every month and its just an attitude change.... I know sounds so simple but I really enjoy the self talk. I find myself talking myself down but I am loving the inspiring series for long term runners and new runnings!!!!
Wow! Watching this video never gets old!! You are mentally and physically strong is an understatement for what you accomplished!!! There are actually no words for it!!! Congratulations and I look forward to seeing your next several races. I have confidence that you will finish those as well!!!!😊
"Your moving really well... let's just grind it out 1 mile at a time" That's how you talk to a marathon runner whilst they're crying/complaining to you. You don't ask them how they're doing. Amazing amazing amazing.
Qui es-tu lorsque tout s'effondre? Qui es-tu face à cette douleur? Ces mots me guideront à tout jamais, tant lors de mes compétitions que lors des grands défis que la vie m'offrira... Tellement inspirant !! Merci pour cette sagesse !!
I’m a very new runner trying to cope with recovery from multiple eating disorders, and you are an incredible inspiration. I mean I’m happy when I make it 5 miles.😅
Congratulations!!! This was such an encouraging documentary. It’s so true to life. I am not a ultra runner but can relate to moving towards my own finish line, regardless/despite the pain… embracing the pain. It’s so true that if we knew how much pain or suffering we would have to endure to accomplish any goals we have set… it would be so easy to never stand at the “start line”. Thank you for sharing.
Sally - I loved this so much! Thanks for sharing. So many good messages in this. And glad you were able to put on dress shoes to marry Billy and Hilary!
You are absolutely unbelievable Sally!!! Huge Congratulations 👏🏻 🎉 You are a true inspiration. Just reading your book and this documentary is like cherry on the top showing what incredible human and a beautiful soul you are! Keep going and choose strong 🤙🏻
Loved being able to be part of the premier. So inspiring. Watched the choose stong 507 mile documentary last night after listening to the podcast on my long runs. Love your passion, drive, resilience and your focus on finding the positive in every situation inspires me. There is no guarantees in life. It's were we take courage in the struggles 💛❤💛.
This was an great inspiration journey, great thing. Thank you Sally, It's was allsoy geat seing you start by praying when wake up at the race. Father bless you and your family, greatings from Finland
I’m in absolute awe following Sally and her races. You are amazing and inspiring for so many of us. Thank you for your words to choose strong. It’s helped in my career teaching special needs, home and running. ❤
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Hi Sally,
You are such an inspiration to me.
I'm 75 years old and training for a half marathon.
I was down and out after my wife passed from cancer in 2023
I took six months off and could not get myself to run again.
Until I started watching you.
You are my hero.
Thank you, Sally, for turning my life around.
Tom
And you Tom- you are an inspiration to all of us. Bless you out there on your runs.
Keep going Tom!! 🎉 Thank you for inspiring us!!
Keep running, Tom!
❤
Tom, you are inspiring a lot of us "spring chickens", especially me. I am 35 training for me first triathlon. Thank you for reminding me why we do this. All the best with your half marathon. Your wife would be proud of you. x
If Sally McRae can realize she fucked up at Mile 11 and still continue to finish and come 4th in a 250 Mile Race, then it helps me believe I can do a lot more than I think also. Thanks Sally.
And then got her period!?!? GAW! This woman is a machine of positive self will. She just continues to reset and begin again. Then she sets the next “small goal” of running through the entire night lol
I adore this woman ❤
“Who are you when everything falls apart… ? Who are you in this pain…?” -GOOSEBUMPS
thank you for watching Erik!
That's the best line ever
Just heard those lines and so came to the comment section to see if anyone else had noticed it.. A great line indeed!
The unbroken and never will be..
Wow what a journey! Greetings from a Dutch runner!
2 miles is an ultra for me. It amazes me that people watching your pain, suffering, exhaustion, and grit actually want to do that race, too. It takes 4 hours to drive 250 miles on the freeway. I couldn't stop watching this.
Hi Sally, it was an honor to toe the line with you during the race! I did the 2022 version and DNF at Deer Path due to a compartment syndrome condition and took my revenge on the 2023 Cocodona. Finished at 115 hours. I pretty much walk the whole thing just want to finish it. And I saw you at the starting line and probably that is the only time I saw you lol. This movie is awesome! Definitely brought back lots of memories from the race. Can’t believe that you run the whole thing with your foot condition like that! Very inspiring and hope to see you in some races in the future!
Way to go!!!
I toed the line in 2024 having watched this religiously in my time spent training. Absolutely surreal setting foot on the course and 'seeing' first hand the challenge that lay ahead. I dropped at 172 miles climbing out of Casner Canyon, completely spent and out of my mind; but in failure I learned so much about myself. That first night section from Crown King to Kipa and on to Prescott cannot be underestimated; very hard going both mentally and physically. Love this video, Sally :) you're so strong.
"It's really easy for me, if I'm not moving at the pace I want to move, to not even appreciate the fact that I'm moving forward..."
This resonates with me so hard. I'm trying to rebuild things after a decade of withdrawing from life due to bereavement & mental health issues, and I'm just SO eager to be back on my feet as fast as possible, but it's really tough at times.
A lot of difficult emotions come to the surface, or unexpected set-backs hinder my progress, and I get so frustrated and angry with myself for not being where I feel like I should be.
In these moments I stop recognising that I am still moving forward and making progress. I forget how far I've come, and how lucky I am to have this second chance at life. I don't look at myself and my situation with gratitude and compassion. All I can see is the obstacle, and my "failure" to progress past it fast enough.
But in reality, every obstacle is a chance to learn, and grow, and emerge the other side even stronger.
And after a decade of just existing rather than living life, any forward movement, however tiny, is a gift. And set-backs are just part of the process of moving forwards. And I am so grateful to have this chance.
Being able to find gratitude and perspective in those moments can be so powerful and transformative.
I don't know who you are, but would love to hear your story. Keep it up and keep us posted.
Yesssss!! That comment spoke loudly, we all can do these things. ❤
thank you for sharing all of that with me. Allowing yourself to go through the seasons of life (the highs and the lows) is so important...I hope you know that you are loved and I hope you remember your strength each and every day.
Sally, you have inspired me to get out there and overcome my fears. You’re going the distance not only for you…. we are with you
Hi Sally, you are such an inspiration to me and have helped me so much, thank you!
I tried couch to 5k 18mths ago in a last ditch effort to lose weight and boost my mental health (I've struggled for years after the death of my partner.) To my surprise I loved it, and continued to run a bit after finishing the course, but I never saw myself as a "runner" due to low self esteem and still being a bit overweight, so I didn't really pursue it.
However, I then stumbled across ultrarunning documentaries, especially ones featuring yourself, and it ignited something in me!
I started running more, working on my form, doing a bit of strength and flexibility training, trying to run most days and to go further afield - and I LOVED it. I felt so at peace out on the trails, and it had such an amazing effect on my mental wellbeing and self esteem.
I started hiking and camping too, going off on little solo adventures, and finally gained the confidence and motivation to seek help for adult ADHD, which I was told was really severe. Getting help with that turned out to be the key to me getting my life back on track after all these years, and it would never have happened without running.
Throughout all this I discovered a burning passion for trail and distance running, especially fell running (hill/mountain running in the UK.) It makes me feel alive, and joyful, and exhilarated - things I hadn't felt in a decade. It also really helps me to process my emotions and to spend time with my thoughts, as well as calming my hyperactive ADHD brain. The challenge keeps me focused and excited, and I've realised I am SO much stronger and more capable than I thought. Basically - it's magic.
One huge thing is how it has enabled me to finally begin to process my grief over the loss of my partner, which had felt too big and too painful to deal with at the time, so I had locked it away all these years.. I also had to come to terms with the way I reacted to his death at the time (I withdrew from life, my mental health fell apart, I had to leave my career as a junior doctor, I lost contact with my friends, fell into drug addiction, and lost my ability to live independently. I hated myself for a really long time, even after getting clean.)
There is something so special about long distance running and the way it allows you to work through these things, and you were the one who introduced me to this. I also really value the message you give about strength, and what true strength is, and what a gift it is to be here, able to feel emotions, even if those emotions are painful or difficult. What a gift it is to be able to choose to take on challenges knowing we will suffer during them, and to embrace that with all our heart.
You're saving lives. You saved mine. Thank you so, so much 💖💖💖
What an incredible story… you rock too lady! Stay safe & healthy.
I don’t know you but you are an incredible human being and resilience personified. Stay healthy and happy 🙏🏿
You are amazing! Keep going!
Your story is exactly why I love running!! Gets down to the nitty gritty and unlocks our passion and love and emotions for this sport! Love it!!
Thank you for sharing your story! I also just got into running and I have ADD, which makes me feel like I'm about to explode most of the time. Only when running I feel some sense of calm lately. You're inspiring me to keep going, so thank you again 😊🙏🏼
Just cried my eyes out. That was so beautiful. Sally, you’re the reason I’m signed up for my first ultra.
Awesome!
Hang on, she's nearly killing herself out there and she gets a burger and the first thing she does is ask if he wants some? Through all that physical and mental pain and she's thinking of others? Huge respect!
Anyone else cry ~33 minutes in 🥺 sally is such a beast, not just physically but mentally 💛
thank you for watching Nancy!
i cried at 33 seconds and didnt stop.
I love this woman!!! She is so inspirational- like “if she can do it, so can I!” I get emotional watching all her races!! Wait until you read her book!!!
Def teared up at the end
@@Mark0h1lol same!
I'm baffled by the lack of complaining she did 😄 but that's seriously something I need to remember next time I run an ultra! Truly an inspiration, great movie, I cried when she crossed the finish line with so much energy, unbelievable.
Major props to Sally’s team! Encouraging, unwavering. Eddy validating her pain AND pushing her forward with kindness! So great! Way to go Sally! Thank you for sharing this experience with all of us!!!
I’m from Phoenix and have lived in Arizona my whole life. The elevation gain is really insane for those who haven’t driven from Phoenix to flagstaff. You go through several different climate zones. This is mad impressive
And I'm nervous about a half marathon.😮 AMAZING
I’m recently diagnosed bipolar. And have been addressing my related addiction issues.
Running has been helping me to develop patience and getting natural endorphins. My first race is in a month! I’m only doing a 10k but I love and appreciate the knowledge you share through your running videos.
Thank you! Keep kicking ass!
So happy for you! You are doing great!! Wish you the best ♥
Have many family members that are bipolar and running helps them too ♡ Best of luck in your race/journey and cheering you on from afar!
Having the ability to struggle and be in pain for so long and yet keep pushing is remarkable. Well done Sally you are incredibly inspiring and you've certainly inspired me to do more!
Wow, I am in complete awe of what the human body is capable of. You extend my perception. Best wishes from Germany
What an epic journey!! I'm doing my first ultra next month in Leadville (50 miler). I'm gonna remember your strength when it gets tough and that we all possess that. You're an inspiration Sally.
Doing my first 50 miles in December. Hope yours goes great and solidarity out on the road/trails! Good luck!!
Incredible. The way you can just keep pushing blows my mind! I just completed my first 100 mile ultra yesterday and you were a huge I spiraling and motivator for me. You rock!
Sally, you are a true inspiration to women everywhere. What an incredible journey!!. Thank you for taking us along with you. I cried a few times during this video. Especially when you crossed the finish line. Shout our to your husband and your team.
Sally, I watched a Cameron Hanes podcast ( Lift, run, shoot ), and you were on. That's when I was first made aware of you. You have a great message and awesome discipline. Also the fact that you speak openly about your love for our Lord Jesus Christ..... Great video .... God Bless ...
I love Sally’s story and how we all can overcome our inner negative thoughts!
This is SO honest, SO transparent, SO raw... and so, so inspiring. I'm going to head out on the trail after I dry up these tears.
After watching you train for this through the weeks and then even with the set backs and pain in the race to push on to finish, you truly are incredible and have inspired me to give the 50k ultra I’ve been looking at go.
Look forward to what is next to come, you are amazing. 👏👏
so awesome! Get after it!! (thank you so much for following along!)
EPIC!! Thank you Sally for being such an inspiration! Your strength and resilience is unmatched! Thank you Drew and Tyler for the labor of love you’ve given us! This will def be on repeat in my motivational artillery. 💛
thank you so much for watching Stacey!
This is ridiculously inspiring. And also total madness.
Sally, you are incredible and your crew were second to none! Congrats!!
One of the best grit documentaries I’ve ever watch
You are such an inspiration to many, sometimes we have highs, sometimes we have lows, sometimes the unexpected happens, but we just take another step forward and overcome! Well done Sally, can’t wait to see your next adventure❤️ “The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make His face shine upon you, And be gracious to you; The Lord lift up His countenance upon you, And give you peace.” Numbers 6:24-26
thank you so much for your comment and for the loving and truthful words!
Good work, Sally! I happened to have the privilege of watching the livestream during your approach to the finish line, and the sheer amount of support from running community on the livestream was staggering compared to that for any of the other runners.
You're clearly a crowd favorite and I think this documentary shows why. True perseverance and relatability make you an inspiration to all!
Thank you for your kind words Tim and really appreciate you following the journey from the live stream to this film! Our community is so incredible and I'm very grateful to be a part of it!
Sally your a beast! You are the essence of choose strong!
thank you Nathan!
Inspiring doesn’t even begin to explain you Sally, well done fighting through all that pain. Sheer grit and determination. Absolutely amazing
appreciate you taking the time to watch mark!
Wow Sally what a film. I don't know wether it's pure determination or complete madness. I think there was about half a dozen times I gritted my teeth or covered my eyes. Amazing effort, anyone else would have given up ages ago. Your amazing ❤
So stoked for the premiere!
I'm just here for the ultra feels and life lessons. Always impressed by Sally's grit!!! 💛💛💛💛💛
Thank you for sharing your journey!! I am so moved by your story and ability to take another step forward with pain. I am signed up for Cocodona 2024 and pray I have similar mental strength
I've read in one of J. Krishnamurti's book something about pain. He said that once you face pain with clear eyes, no judgement, as a fact, eventually the pain will subside and desappear. He was obviously talking about psychological pain.
By watching and listening to what Sally went through in the documentary, I'm pretty much sure Sally accepted so openheartedly the pain was there that it eventually gave place to a source of energy so powerful we can't even understand.
Epic! Sally you are so inspiring! Just listening to you talk about how anyone can choose strong and you don’t have to be special you just need to keep moving forward through the discomfort fires me up! Keep crushing it!
Dropped some tears watching you cross the finish line. So raw and powerful. The Lord was with you!!Well done!
That celebration got me crying! Truly a inspiration! The Yellow Runner! Living Legend! Thank you Sally!
Congratulations Sally - incredible finish and incredible film ❤🙌🏻
OH MY GOSH!!! Sally, you are always such an amazing inspiration all of the time, but this is tops!!! I watched this while training on the elliptical this morning and you motivated me in ways I couldn’t imagine! I have so many dreams and goals that I still want to accomplish and for a while I lost faith and hope in myself and my abilities at this time in my life, but I recently had a heart to heart talk with myself and I was really honest with myself, I’m now starting my training over and where I need to be at this moment in my life and build back…your video is exactly what I need, thank you for always being open, honest, beautiful and inspirational 💗💕
I only got to enjoy a short amount of time with you at the Mokelomne River 50M in 2015, it was my first 50M and I was completely surprised to see you in my backyard lol especially since I’d just started following you after watching your documentary Western Times, that was a great inspiration to get me through that race that day, then Salmon Falls 50k I believe in 2016, we took a picture together that I still cherish 💗
Keep doing what you’re doing, you’re helping so many people be their best selves 💕💗
Commenting again after watching this and I wanna say Sally - you rock! I'm in the same age group as you and I am also a mum (to a teenage boy), but I have only recently gotten back into trail and ultra running. Watching you do Cocodona 250 is truly inspiring for someone like me, because you represent women like me and show the strength and fortitude needed in a sport like this. It was an absolute treat watching this and will definitely help me push through my training for two upcoming ultras for me - Taupo Ultra (50k event to qualify for next event) and the Tarawera Ultra (100 mile event).
I hope you are recovering well from such an epic race and I am looking forward to seeing what you have planned next :-)
This year at age 55, i broke my calcaneus in January and had heel spur removed in April, broke my hip (total hip replacement)in August (same side)
Thought i was done with running, with tears in my eyes watching you cross that finish line, I'm going for it!!!! Thank you!!!
I enjoyed this tremendously. What a tough athlete Sally is, among the toughest I’ve ever seen.
Sally is such an inspiration to keep pushing forward, even through pain. So many of us tap out when it gets hard, but it shows true character to keep going. Congrats, Sally! 🎉🎉
Inspiring, the emotion of crossing the line, the relief, they joy -- just incredible.
Amazing! I’m attempting to run my first marathon this fall. I’ve loved watching your journey training for this race and your journey running it! Thanks for this 💛
I can’t wait to see this! 💛💛 I watched the whole race! Huge fan of your and can’t wait to see the behind the scenes! Your are such an amazing reminder of each and every humans strength and capability! Choose 💪🏾 strong!!!
Dear Sally, as you ran this I was hospitalised and not sure if I would ever run again. Knowing you were out there inspired me to think positively. A few hours after you crossed the finish I toed the line at an ultra trail run (with doctors permission.). Your finish inspired me to try. I also finished! Thank you for the stories, the poetic and honest viewpoint, and your inspiration. (I have also done the MOzart 100 and in a podcast
Realized you must have as well from what you were describing. Maybe one day you are there again and I see you.)
What an absolute SAVAGE you are, Sally. I ran my first full marathon a year ago (clocked in at 3:59:13), and just recently did a solo 52km, both were absolutely brutal on me, and it's fair to say I am proud of both. But I am so humbled by your mental strength (and physical conditioning of course) and I just can not fathom 250 miles. It's 10 marathons. How is that even possible? The places your mind has been to, so few people have visited in their lifetime, that there are not even such words to describe them in human language. I bow to your courage and will.
🎉 Inspirational! Way to tough it out! Im personally just getting back into running after a 7 year hiatis. Just did a 5k run which is absolutely nothing compared to your 250 mi trek!
But ive caught the bug again for cross country running! And you are going to be in my head now!
You're a warrior, Sally! Keep up the hard work!
You are truly inspiring! Congratulations!! Also absolutely love watching your support team cheer you on through all of it. Brought me to tears multiple times.
Congratulations Sally -- that was extraordinary how you pushed through the pain and got to the finish line!!
Congratulations on such a huge accomplishment! Even through the terrible foot pain!
What an inspiration! Your positive attitude is truly motivating and helps me when I'm training. Thankful that the world has people like you in it!
everytime i watch her docu series - I hear the same things that I feel. To see you Sally power through and talk yourself through these have been so helpful and realistic. 😂 we get our cycle every month and its just an attitude change.... I know sounds so simple but I really enjoy the self talk. I find myself talking myself down but I am loving the inspiring series for long term runners and new runnings!!!!
Sally, you are so impressive! Your toughness is something to behold!Congratulations!
Inspiring feat of will, strength, and endurance! Amazing, Sally - truly inspirational!
Woow! The editing of the video is impeccable! What an epic journey! Sally you are beyond epic!
You are absolutely incredible, Sally. So inspired by you and your story! Shout out Drew and Tyler for another amazing documentary!!
thank you Tasia!
Wow! Watching this video never gets old!! You are mentally and physically strong is an understatement for what you accomplished!!! There are actually no words for it!!! Congratulations and I look forward to seeing your next several races. I have confidence that you will finish those as well!!!!😊
What an absolute machine!!! So impressive, bravo 👏
Human beings are soo awesome! For every terrible story, there are twice as many amazing stories!
"Your moving really well... let's just grind it out 1 mile at a time"
That's how you talk to a marathon runner whilst they're crying/complaining to you. You don't ask them how they're doing. Amazing amazing amazing.
Been waiting for this!! Cannot WAIT!!! You're such an inspiration!!
Incredible. I knew this was going to be incredible to watch, but I didn't expect to really *feel* it too.
This is one of the most incredible things I’ve ever seen from an incredible human!!!
appreciate you watching!
Netflix quality right here! What a great story, journey, runventure, and triumph!
thank you for watching Chad!
Qui es-tu lorsque tout s'effondre? Qui es-tu face à cette douleur? Ces mots me guideront à tout jamais, tant lors de mes compétitions que lors des grands défis que la vie m'offrira... Tellement inspirant !! Merci pour cette sagesse !!
You and your team are the best.
Great job everyone involved. Sally you are such an inspiration. Glad you had the support to get through. Awesome crew
I’m a very new runner trying to cope with recovery from multiple eating disorders, and you are an incredible inspiration. I mean I’m happy when I make it 5 miles.😅
Absolutely incredible. There’s joy in the struggle 🎉🎉 congrats.
Sally does her best. Inspirational & Impressive 👍🏿
Amazing job! I watched you live on RUclips. You are truly an amazing human! My sister and I follow you in all your races. She is inspired by you.
Loved watching this. Sally’s athleticism and grit + great story telling…inspiring.
I don't know how you did it. Absolutely amazing and inspiring. I'll watch this again before tackling my next scary race.
Absolutely incredible. You are an inspiration to every athlete out there!
"Who are you in ...." omg, this. i can never find an excuse to complain again! This was incredibly powerful and inspiring.
Absolute LEGEND. So happy for you! Thank you for being an inspiration to all of us, especially those who strive to run distance
thank you Freddy!
Congratulations!!!
This was such an encouraging documentary. It’s so true to life. I am not a ultra runner but can relate to moving towards my own finish line, regardless/despite the pain… embracing the pain. It’s so true that if we knew how much pain or suffering we would have to endure to accomplish any goals we have set… it would be so easy to never stand at the “start line”. Thank you for sharing.
Wow, the strength, positivity, power, is so motivating! Amazing accomplishment, very inspiring!
This is honestly the most unbelievable and incredible thing. Was bawling nearly the whole time. So much mental resilience!
My daughter watched this with me and she was so inspired. Your words are so moving and meaningful..
Chills, tears, and awe!! What an incredible inspiration and example of finding purpose in pain!! Praise God!! Love watching you crush it
Sally - I loved this so much! Thanks for sharing. So many good messages in this. And glad you were able to put on dress shoes to marry Billy and Hilary!
Awww thank you so much Mark; great to hear from you and really appreciate you watching!
Congrats Sally! 🎉
The way you finished that race was incredible. Great video!
thank you Daniel!
You are absolutely unbelievable Sally!!! Huge Congratulations 👏🏻 🎉 You are a true inspiration. Just reading your book and this documentary is like cherry on the top showing what incredible human and a beautiful soul you are! Keep going and choose strong 🤙🏻
really appreciate your comment- thank you for taking the time to write it and thank you so much for getting my book!! Big strength to YOU!
Always love watching you battle Sally, great ultra runner...great warrior!
Looking forward to this!! You’re an inspiration Sally!
Loved being able to be part of the premier. So inspiring. Watched the choose stong 507 mile documentary last night after listening to the podcast on my long runs. Love your passion, drive, resilience and your focus on finding the positive in every situation inspires me. There is no guarantees in life. It's were we take courage in the struggles 💛❤💛.
I’ve rewatched this numerous times and I still cry ❤
This was an great inspiration journey, great thing. Thank you Sally, It's was allsoy geat seing you start by praying when wake up at the race. Father bless you and your family, greatings from Finland
I’m in absolute awe following Sally and her races. You are amazing and inspiring for so many of us. Thank you for your words to choose strong. It’s helped in my career teaching special needs, home and running. ❤
What a great documentary! So strong, so real an so inspiring!
YES! So excited to see this as I couldn't catch any of the race, cant wait to see a peak behind the curtain