Don’t worry, just pace yourself, don’t get caught up in the event and start off too fast, it’s about pacing yourselves to your level at that point, it’s a decent distance so steady for your first one, you will then have a base to work on if you are up for the challenge again, most of all enjoy your run 🏃♀️
I've only ran 3 half marathons ( slowly) but loved each one so much I now find my training runs are getting longer an longer...this year I'm running the great Scottish 10k only because I haven't managed sub 60 at it yet an my plans are too do that this year then back too my halfs....great video Anna you were amazing!!..🏃🏃🏃❤xx
This Sunday I just ran my first ever race and it was a half marathon. I can certainly relate to the tears in the end. The finish line was just across the street from the hospital were 14 months before I was lying on a bed with a drain in my abdomen, recovering from a surgery. I had never ran a single kilometer in my life at that point. 14 months later, I was across the street lying on the grass, recovering from a half marathon . It was not my last race, that is for sure. Thank you The Running Channel too for being part of my journey and teaching, cheering and amusing me along the way. Congratulations Anna for another race!
Amazing! I hope to have this experience this year. Broke my ankle in 2 places while hiking in October 2018. I’ve never really been a runner but I want to do a 5k this year.
Si Mack I always get super hungry and dream of all the high calorie bad for me foods I want lol. Pizzas, bacon cheeseburgers and thick shakes are often what I say dream of.
First marathon I finished I was in tears crossing the line, whispering "I'm a marathoner!" to myself. Next one, I crossed the line and barfed. So it goes.
I somehow cried after running a 3200 for track so I imagine running a much longer distance, (10k, Half Marathon, Marathon, etc.) would be super emotional, I’d be bawling
It havent happened to me yet, but i hope it will someday. I havent ran in months because of a clinical depression sucking my life out of me. I just want to get my life back and one day be able to finish a long endurance run to get myself proud.
Last April I ran my very first half marathon (as a 13 year old!). I was the youngest person in the race too! My goal was to get 2 hours, and I got 1:59:59 (that was my official time!)! I was so proud of myself. My coach trained me for 10 weeks (I think) and she also ran the race with me. Without her I wouldn't have been able to do it! The Running Channel is inspiring me to run another! Thank you so much! Good job Anna!
I ran my first half marathon as a 12 year old (I’m fourteen now) and ran a 1:31:01, it was a completely flat course though with only a few minor hills. I have yet to try another half marathon because of how terrifyingly painful it is. Hoping to do another soon. My dad is a former Boston Marathon runner so he helped me through the training a lot.
Moisty Butter Wow! That's crazy! Awesome job! Also congrats for your dad running in the Boston marathon! The course I ran on was VERY hilly. I also trained on a very hilly course. I want to do another half marathon just because now I know I'm capable of doing it. You should do another one! It's all worth it in the end, right? 😉😂
Your thoughts are so positive the whole time! At about mile 9 mine turn to “wow, this sucks” “why am I doing this?” and “I hope my legs won’t give out”
I absolutely agree about "hold back". Going slower than I wanted was actually the best strategy, because I ended up with more at the end (well, at least *some* at the end!). Congratulations! Well run! And good time, too.
Fully agree with this! Seeing 800m which felt like more then a mile then seeing I was only just coming up to 400m. It got very busy with lots of people at that point for me.
I split mine into one 5k at a time, just vision the thoughts of your best 5k runs in the past and keep that place, or if the wheels start to come off, think how you have finished your previous 5k runs when things were against you, I kept to this in Newcastle on Sunday and managed a great time dressed up a Batman, well done Anna for the finish
During the start of each year at uni in Newcastle, I would see these people and have no idea what they were participating in. With no hesitation, I asked one of the participants what they are participating in and he humbly explained to me the race, the distance, the challenges and how a big of an event it is! Today, after running and racing all sorts of distances (apart from a marathon; hopefully one!). I’m planning on becoming one of the participants in the 2023 great north run 🏃♂️
This has made me emotional! I have tears in my eyes. My half marathon is in over 3 weeks, my second attempt my first one took me over 4 hours and I was the last person to finish xx
I did my first half marathon on Saturday and I don't know what I was expecting or what I was training (I'd been basically building from COUCH in a year) the mental and emotional energy started to hit me at about mile 4 and I was fortunate enough to strike up a conversation with a woman who'd done the race before and was generous enough to stick with me for the rest of it when we re-entered the park getting to the finish line I forced out that last burst of energy hit the finish line and kinda collapsed for a second (finish time just over 3 hours but I FINISHED and that's enough for right now) After race thoughts: part of me wanted to never touch my running shoes again and a strange another part almost immediately started planning when I can get back out and improve for next time THANK YOU RUNNING CHANNEL for all the inspiration!!!
I totally cried my eyes out at the end of my 1st half Marathon earlier this year. My best mate was also bawling for me, it was amazing and now Ive got Cardiff in a couple of weeks.
Excellent video! I done my first half this year and in 1h 55 too. I got so emotional too it's such a great feeling especially when I saw my wife and kids cheering me on!
Last weekend was my third half marathon. I've cried at every one. The first one, I cried for the whole last mile because I did it and I couldn't believe it. It's the most amazing feeling. ❤
@@hannahmorgan7213 How hot does it gets there? There's parts of Australia I've been where the humidity is so high it's like swimming and other parts where it's a dry heat that get up to 124°f regularly in summer.
@@smally8499234 that's fair. In Alabama it usually hovers at 90 percent humidity in the spring, summer and fall, then drops to 70ish. Temperatures range from 20° F in the winter to 100° F in summer. I have never been to Australia, I underestimated how hot it could get there.
😂😂 I’ve learned that I should never try to do math in my head while running 🏃🏻 thank goodness for mile markers. Lol. And yes I bawled my eyes out at my 1st marathon finish. (I was 54 yrs old) the medics kept asking me if I was ok 😂 I just told them “tears of joy.....tears of joy”
My first half marathon was about two weeks ago and I am pretty sure that i reached my absolute max pulse when they started the Countdown at the beginning
I really love these mile by mile videos. I'm trying to mentally prepare myself for a half marathon next year. Its "only" another 8k compared to the longest I've run before, but it's still a daunting task. These videos are great motivation! Also, the auto captions are hilarious when you're winded. Apparently, you gained 34 pounds running up nutty hills :D
I'm normally very emotional but races make me so happy, I can't stop smiling at the finish line. I feel so lucky and content...its weird that I've never cried at the end🤣
Love the emotion. That's awesome. Well done on the run. Love seeing the stages we all experience during an event. Especially love the transition from "this is amazing!" in the early k's to "why do we do this?" a bit further on. :-)
I just went on my second run (ever) and I could only go about a third of a mile, just under half. A pretty lofty goal for me would be to someday be able to run a 5k
Woohoo! Honestly, you never know what'll happen. 8 months ago, I thought I could NEVER run farther than a 5k, yesterday I ran my first 12 miler. Keep your eyes on the 5k goal, and you might just want to keep going once you get there! Good luck!
A great wee video. Well done to get 1:55 and carrying a GoPro. thanks for sharing it. it’s a brilliant run, this was my 6th and I’ll be back next year.
My main thought in a half marathon... how many free jelly babies can I consume in the space of 2hrs while running? 😂 LOVED this video! Well done, Anna, for both running it & giving us an insight into what it's like!
Thanks so much for watching Finnouala! I had a great time filming and running it.(Anna) Ps, don't forget to hit 'Subscribe' and tap the bell icon so you get notified when we upload new videos about running - there's new stuff every week and it'd really help us out if you subscribed ☺️ (it is free after all! And you don't get much for free these days)
Well done Anna. Excellent race. Looked a lot of fun with a very enthusiastic supporting crowd. Have my next 1/2 marathon in a months time. The prospect is a bit scary!
You’re making me cry Anna 😭 I am doing my second half marathon this Saturday then my 1st marathon in October with Dublin City Marathon 2019. Thanks Running Channel for making light hearted running videos but informative. 🥰
I run my first half marathon in Brussels last Sunday. I am super excited my goal was sub 2 hours and I did 1:52:59. Thanks for your channel guys and for these inspiring videos. I would like to say to anyone out there "You can do it" and if you don't feel ready yet trust me the boost from the people cheering and clapping for you will push you through the finish line.
I also ran it this year and it was my first ever half marathon. I was so scared before setting off but I absolutely loved it. Currently going through the GNR blues ☹️. Ended up signing up to a few more and hope they as amazing as last weekend. Well done Anna.
It really was. The support from the crowd is definitely what helped me through. This channel has helped me train for it so want to thank you for all the help.
First time doing the GNR and I was impressed. Couldn't believe how hot it was on the day,that got me towards the end. Weaving in and out of the crowds at the start hurt me as well. The crowds were immense and it certainly is a bucket list tick off. The Geordies are a friendly bunch!
@@runningchannel Great video. I know how you felt at the finishing line. Lots of thoughts go through your head at that point,I always give a shout to my Dad who passed away 4 years to cancer. That got me into running and I was fortunate to run the London Marathon for Cancer Research in memory of my father soon after. Haven't looked back since and now run 3-4 times per week.
For me it's all the sums all the way round! As soon as I set off it's like hmm so that's only 8.3 miles and time wise that's 76 minutes oh now it's 8.1 miles etc etc.. my brain just doesn't quit!
Awww well done Anna, getting all emosh at the end. I've got my first half marathon next month in Birmingham... I won't be filming it though I'll be dying!!
When I ran my first half marathon, hit 5 miles and the only thing encouraging me was saying “you can walk next mile” and that repeated until the very end. After mile 10 it was a breeze. Those last three miles went by so fast I crossed it before I knew it.
As I watch this back everything you say is how I felt at every mile.. Thanks for this.. I even said to myself how many ice pops is too many! Well done on your time, that was my target time but I was unprepared for hills, need to do more training but was only my second half Marathon. Thanks again!
Anna, this is fab. GNR 2019 was my first ever event & loved it. Started back in pink & so couldn't get into my usual pace but that meant I could relax and take it all in. Got to stop looking at all the photos/videos now & do some work. Amazing supporters/amazing runners & some amazing costumes!!
My wife decided that she wanted to start her 30s off with a bang so we're doing the Disney Princess Half-Marathon on the 23rd this month. We just did a 13.5 mile (walk/jog) in 3:15 so we know we can finish in time but I'm certain there will be tears at the end of the race. Before now we've only done a local 5K race (but we are regulars at Orange Theory Fitness!) so this will be a huge leap over what we've put ourselves through till now!
I cried when you cried Anna!! Way to Go! I’m new to running . My first race will be an 8k in Philadelphia. I ran 5 miles the first time ever 2 days ago. I can’t believe I did that and I don’t know how anyone does a half marathon or full marathon. I hope one day to do a half marathon. One step at a time😊
Are you doing the 8k this November? It's a nice race!! I did that one and the full marathon....just have the half to knock out!! Congratulations on your achievement!! Hope to see you at a race soon!!
I ran this for a charity and unfortunately re-aggravated an injury damaging my ankle ligaments about 2 miles in. I still finished but much slower and in a lot of pain. It was lovely to see someone else's journey and thoughts around the track since I barely remember it other than focusing on putting one foot in front of the other. Thank you and great inspiration for future events
I just did my 3rd half on Sunday.... Saturday we had a category 1 hurricane come through, Sunday was 40kph winds (headwind for the last 4.5k) and 70kph gusts... but I set a pb by over 6 minutes. At 10k I was thinking, "god I have to do that again" at 16k I was thinking "just another 5k" and for the last 1k I was thinking "I hate this bl**dy wind". for my 1st half I was also very emotional coming to the end. The organizers had set up a huge video screen at the 12 mile mark so when you ran over the chip timer they played a video that your family recorded the day before. Many tears there and more when I finished.
I've just watched this for the umpteenth time 😂 I'm taking part in The Great North Run next week, first time, first half marathon, I'm so excited but so nervous, thank you for your inspiration Anna 👌
I just found this channel and I love it. I have a love/hate relationship with running. I've done two half marathons before (both in Pittsburgh). I'm thinking of doing the full marathon this year. Your videos have been giving me some encouragement.
I got emotional too when you crossed the line! I can not wait to do this!!! Thanks for sharing this! I am planning on my 1st 13.1 within the next month or so.. Started running Aug 2020. Ran 11 miles 2 weeks ago trying to get ready..
A fantastic video which mirrors my emotions when I ran it! An absolutely joyous first 3 miles and last mile - tricky around 4-6, and the support this year in particular throughout was just extraordinary. Makes me proud to be an adopted Geordie (lived here for 16 years).
I did my first half marathon in April and my second is three weeks away! This is exactly the kind of motivation I needed to carry on training. You've just reminded me exactly why we run the races. The crowds, the excitement and that feeling when finish! You're so lovely, congratulations x
Really enjoyed this video, and well done Anna! I'm impressed you ran under 2 hours whilst having the breathe to commentate and film as you ran. I've only done 3 Half Marathons (so far) and have really enjoyed all of them. At the time it feels horrendous, especially as I'm always trying to go for a fast time, and I'm often just counting down the minutes until it's over. I find it all quite tough from Mile 4 to the end, but especially at Mile 10 when the finish is still far away. 2 of my Half Marathons have been my "home one" - the Southampton Half which I have enjoyed more because it can be a bit emotional recognising where you're running and some of the people cheering you on. Despite all the pain I still tell myself that a Half is my favourite distance to race and there's always a really good goodie bag and medal usually waiting afterwards!
I’m a high school track and cross country runner who may run d1 college soon and I had an idea that seems kind of cool but kind of dumb. I want to gotta marathon with professional runners and hold up with all of them the first 3 miles and see how much attention I can get. Should I do that? I could still probably finish the marathon in sub 3 hour pace
My honest advice would be to stick to what you're doing, listen to your coaches, and don't worry about getting attention with the pros. Train hard and smart, and show people what you can do on the track or XC, and enjoy it! Any attention you'd get running a marathon that way would be short-lived! Good luck! Andy
It took me about 16 minutes to cross the start line in Zone F. For me it was like running in treacle at the start. You will always do the first mile of the GNR faster than you wanted to as it's nearly all downhill (even more so on the left side).
My thoughts: Im hungry Why did I sign up for this Can I fake a seizure Will I get a scholarship soon Why am I still here Where am I Oop I stepped on a ladys foot I wanna sleep
I was definitely crying when I crossed the finish line too! Such an achievement and the support from spectators who lined EVERY part of the route was amazing too!
For me it is quite relaxing that a great runner like Anna runs it in almost 2 hours.. makes me feel like I could do it one day as I'm exceptionally slow. Well done!!
Love the channel and content. I would have said hi had I known you guys were there. Hope you enjoyed it 🙂 thanks to inspiration and training guides such as 'the running channel' it helped me PB again this year. From 1:33 last to a 1:18 on Sunday. You covered me with your 'Mo arrow' at the start 😂😂
I just did my first GNR and first ever organised run (born here so had to do it one year), so I was there with you! Didn't go as planned though - my achilles got injured the Sunday before in my last training run and I couldn't walk until the Tuesday, but used plenty of ice and ibuleve to get me to the start line (I couldn't not do it!). I slowed my pace and it was going well until after 2 miles when I could feel my achilles, then it completely went after 7, but I still made it to the end with walking and limp running in just over 3 hours (my original target was 2:15).
This was my first HM! I did it in 2:39:54 so waaaaaaayyyyy behind you Anna haha! Going to (hopefully) do it again this year after last years was cancelled, and managed to get my little brother to sign up to the insanity for this year too! Using what I've learnt from 2019 and the handy stuff on this channel, I'm hoping to smash my PB!
I cried watching this. You guys are an inspiration, truly. I'll start training for my first half marathon in about 3 weeks and theses videos are inspiring and very helpful.
First half marathon this weekend for me, really helpful insights here, I love the thinking that at 10 miles it’s just a parkrun / 5k to go :) helps a lot as I work in KM mainly :)
Wow! That is about the same time I took to finish my first and so far only half marathon. I was dying there in the last 4 miles and this lady is filming and talking casually through it. #Respect
What do you think about when you’re running a half marathon? Or maybe you haven’t run one yet and this video’s given you an idea of what it’s like? 👇
I have my first half marathon coming up in a few weeks and Anna triggered me. I don't want to be a blubbering mess at the end of it but I suspect...😂
Don’t worry, just pace yourself, don’t get caught up in the event and start off too fast, it’s about pacing yourselves to your level at that point, it’s a decent distance so steady for your first one, you will then have a base to work on if you are up for the challenge again, most of all enjoy your run 🏃♀️
Running my first half-marathon in Brussels next month 🤩 Your vid made me even more looking forward to it !
I've only ran 3 half marathons ( slowly) but loved each one so much I now find my training runs are getting longer an longer...this year I'm running the great Scottish 10k only because I haven't managed sub 60 at it yet an my plans are too do that this year then back too my halfs....great video Anna you were amazing!!..🏃🏃🏃❤xx
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This Sunday I just ran my first ever race and it was a half marathon. I can certainly relate to the tears in the end. The finish line was just across the street from the hospital were 14 months before I was lying on a bed with a drain in my abdomen, recovering from a surgery. I had never ran a single kilometer in my life at that point. 14 months later, I was across the street lying on the grass, recovering from a half marathon . It was not my last race, that is for sure. Thank you The Running Channel too for being part of my journey and teaching, cheering and amusing me along the way. Congratulations Anna for another race!
Incredible. Massive well done Daniel!
@Sydney Fleming Thank you, Sydney! Let's do it!
Well Done Daniel! You are an inspiration to the rest of us!!!
Amazing! I hope to have this experience this year. Broke my ankle in 2 places while hiking in October 2018. I’ve never really been a runner but I want to do a 5k this year.
@Daniel Duclos
Blimey that's a contrast. Well done!!!
My most common thoughts when running a half are "why do I keep doing this" and "How long til I can stuff my face" 😁😁😁
Haha! You’re definitely not alone there Si!
Agreed. Just ran the Chicago half this past Sunday in the rain... kept thinking of coffee and eggs, and a hot bath LOL
Si Mack I always get super hungry and dream of all the high calorie bad for me foods I want lol. Pizzas, bacon cheeseburgers and thick shakes are often what I say dream of.
Post race doughnuts are a must...
Those are the two mantras that are commonly taught in most Buddhist temples!
sub 2 hours and chatting on the way round! amazing
Thanks for watching! 🙌
Not only chatting but also stopping to thank the doggies for the cheering
lol is only 2 hour not really professional at all I bet I would struggle on it I run 5.5 mile at 7 mph past still out of shape kinda breathing
not too bad trying to get fit
The dogs deserve a thanks, Daniel! Haha (Anna)
How many people have got emotional at the end of a race, I know I have. Pretty normal to me. Hugs
Thanks Anthony 🙌
First marathon I finished I was in tears crossing the line, whispering "I'm a marathoner!" to myself. Next one, I crossed the line and barfed. So it goes.
I somehow cried after running a 3200 for track so I imagine running a much longer distance, (10k, Half Marathon, Marathon, etc.) would be super emotional, I’d be bawling
It havent happened to me yet, but i hope it will someday. I havent ran in months because of a clinical depression sucking my life out of me. I just want to get my life back and one day be able to finish a long endurance run to get myself proud.
Good luck getting back out there Jigsaw
Last April I ran my very first half marathon (as a 13 year old!). I was the youngest person in the race too! My goal was to get 2 hours, and I got 1:59:59 (that was my official time!)! I was so proud of myself. My coach trained me for 10 weeks (I think) and she also ran the race with me. Without her I wouldn't have been able to do it! The Running Channel is inspiring me to run another! Thank you so much! Good job Anna!
Wow! Great time. Well done. Thanks for watching 🙌
I ran my first half marathon as a 12 year old (I’m fourteen now) and ran a 1:31:01, it was a completely flat course though with only a few minor hills. I have yet to try another half marathon because of how terrifyingly painful it is. Hoping to do another soon. My dad is a former Boston Marathon runner so he helped me through the training a lot.
Moisty Butter Wow! That's crazy! Awesome job! Also congrats for your dad running in the Boston marathon! The course I ran on was VERY hilly. I also trained on a very hilly course. I want to do another half marathon just because now I know I'm capable of doing it. You should do another one! It's all worth it in the end, right? 😉😂
Livie Austin, I'm also 13, my best HM time was 1:52:01, I was pretty proud of that, got another half tomorrow, so that will be fun
I’m 14, I did my half marathon a couple weeks ago, I ran a 1:24:27
The more I watch these videos the more I think, ‘Isn’t Anna just lovely!’ 😊🙏
Thanks so much for watching 🙌
Same
Seems like a runner i would like to train with 🏃♀️🏃♂️👍
Agreed what’s with all the dislikes
Agreed. When she said Thanks to the Northern run for being epic, I said 'No, you're epic'. Seems like a lovely person. You go girl.
I would definitely run more races if ice pops were provided!
The ice pops were a saviour for sure, Rachael! haha (Anna)
Your thoughts are so positive the whole time! At about mile 9 mine turn to “wow, this sucks” “why am I doing this?” and “I hope my legs won’t give out”
A positive mental attitude can really help push through!
I absolutely agree about "hold back". Going slower than I wanted was actually the best strategy, because I ended up with more at the end (well, at least *some* at the end!). Congratulations! Well run! And good time, too.
Absolutely! You don’t want to completely blow up and not be able to finish! Thanks for watching 🙌
😭😭😭cried with you at your finish. Congrats! Anyone who has run a half totally gets it. It's an emotional feeling. ❤
It really is! Thanks so much for watching Megan ☺️
One of the great unsolved questions of running... "How many icepops is too many icepops?"
Still to be confirmed 😂
when you puke, that is 1 too many
Oh my, we don't get ice pops in NZ. That would be too good to resist.
that last mile was tough! the longest mile ever! felt like my watch was going backwards and mocking me!! well done anna you did so well!
Fully agree with this! Seeing 800m which felt like more then a mile then seeing I was only just coming up to 400m. It got very busy with lots of people at that point for me.
Totally agree! A very long mile!
@@runningchannel 1.1 miles of course and slightly uphill for most of it.
Idk it's the opposite for me i get more motivated in that last mile
I split mine into one 5k at a time, just vision the thoughts of your best 5k runs in the past and keep that place, or if the wheels start to come off, think how you have finished your previous 5k runs when things were against you, I kept to this in Newcastle on Sunday and managed a great time dressed up a Batman, well done Anna for the finish
Great plan! And well done on finishing your race 🙌
I do this its just 4 and a bit park runs or 11 junior park runs!
Excellent! I will be trying this this weekend when I run my first half in a while.
I'm in this. Who cares that it's just for one second at 8:39!! Life is now complete 😉🏃
Haha! Great cameo John 👌
@@runningchannel pause it in the first second and see the look that Stuart 2849 is giving you Anna!
During the start of each year at uni in Newcastle, I would see these people and have no idea what they were participating in.
With no hesitation, I asked one of the participants what they are participating in and he humbly explained to me the race, the distance, the challenges and how a big of an event it is!
Today, after running and racing all sorts of distances (apart from a marathon; hopefully one!). I’m planning on becoming one of the participants in the 2023 great north run 🏃♂️
Ahh, bless you Anna, i got a bit emotional with you at the end then! Great video, great effort! Well done!
Thank you for watching Mark. It was a very emotional end for sure!
These thought mile by mile videos are great, thanks! 🙏
That's exactly what I say at mile 10. One parkrun to go. 😀
Ice pops! 😍
SO many ice pops! They were a welcome relief on what was a pretty warm day! Thanks for watching 🙌
This has made me emotional! I have tears in my eyes. My half marathon is in over 3 weeks, my second attempt my first one took me over 4 hours and I was the last person to finish xx
You’ll be awesome!
i’m living for the guy that said “who knows”
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I did my first half marathon on Saturday and I don't know what I was expecting or what I was training (I'd been basically building from COUCH in a year) the mental and emotional energy started to hit me at about mile 4 and I was fortunate enough to strike up a conversation with a woman who'd done the race before and was generous enough to stick with me for the rest of it when we re-entered the park getting to the finish line I forced out that last burst of energy hit the finish line and kinda collapsed for a second (finish time just over 3 hours but I FINISHED and that's enough for right now)
After race thoughts: part of me wanted to never touch my running shoes again and a strange another part almost immediately started planning when I can get back out and improve for next time THANK YOU RUNNING CHANNEL for all the inspiration!!!
I totally cried my eyes out at the end of my 1st half Marathon earlier this year. My best mate was also bawling for me, it was amazing and now Ive got Cardiff in a couple of weeks.
It can get very emotional out there! Good luck at Cardiff!
"Don't be shit!"
-Jesus H. Christ
Excellent video! I done my first half this year and in 1h 55 too. I got so emotional too it's such a great feeling especially when I saw my wife and kids cheering me on!
Congratulations! And thanks for watching 🙌
Last weekend was my third half marathon. I've cried at every one. The first one, I cried for the whole last mile because I did it and I couldn't believe it. It's the most amazing feeling. ❤
'everyone talks about the weather when running'
Runs in England
Haha, yup we love talking about the weather in the uk 🙈
They complain about running in the "heat," laughs in Australian.
@@smally8499234 Try running in ALABAMA
@@hannahmorgan7213 How hot does it gets there? There's parts of Australia I've been where the humidity is so high it's like swimming and other parts where it's a dry heat that get up to 124°f regularly in summer.
@@smally8499234 that's fair. In Alabama it usually hovers at 90 percent humidity in the spring, summer and fall, then drops to 70ish. Temperatures range from 20° F in the winter to 100° F in summer. I have never been to Australia, I underestimated how hot it could get there.
5:37 not sure I would've had that beer either!!! Lovely thought but not exactly what you need!
😂😂 I’ve learned that I should never try to do math in my head while running 🏃🏻 thank goodness for mile markers. Lol. And yes I bawled my eyes out at my 1st marathon finish. (I was 54 yrs old) the medics kept asking me if I was ok 😂 I just told them “tears of joy.....tears of joy”
Tears of joy are the best types of tears
Really like the mile by mile videos you do and love the energy you bring to the channel anna!
Thanks so much James. I really enjoy filming them!
None of them even look tired. Howwwww
Incognito _For Life You go for run often.. and your body just gets used to it.
Vika K what are you talking about red? I was just saying your body adapts and allows you to do a marathon.
Training
My first half marathon was about two weeks ago and I am pretty sure that i reached my absolute max pulse when they started the Countdown at the beginning
I really love these mile by mile videos. I'm trying to mentally prepare myself for a half marathon next year. Its "only" another 8k compared to the longest I've run before, but it's still a daunting task. These videos are great motivation!
Also, the auto captions are hilarious when you're winded. Apparently, you gained 34 pounds running up nutty hills :D
Good luck with your training!
Sorry about the auto captions!
We've added the ACTUAL captions on now, so no more gaining 34 pounds up those nutty hills 😂
@@runningchannel oh, they are just on by default - they gave me a good chuckle :D
You can do it 🏃♂️👍
Go for it I ran this race it was amazing my first official half marathon you only hurts for a couple of days afterwards
I'm normally very emotional but races make me so happy, I can't stop smiling at the finish line. I feel so lucky and content...its weird that I've never cried at the end🤣
That’s great! I guess we’re all different! (Anna)
Love the emotion. That's awesome. Well done on the run. Love seeing the stages we all experience during an event. Especially love the transition from "this is amazing!" in the early k's to "why do we do this?" a bit further on. :-)
It was incredibly overwhelming and an absolute privilege to be amongst the 57,000 who ran
Watching this in March 2021, and all I can think is look at all those people, together, breathing heavily, happy days ❤️
I just went on my second run (ever) and I could only go about a third of a mile, just under half. A pretty lofty goal for me would be to someday be able to run a 5k
Keep going & keep enjoying it!
I have to ask, have you continued your progress? Where are you now?
Woohoo! Honestly, you never know what'll happen. 8 months ago, I thought I could NEVER run farther than a 5k, yesterday I ran my first 12 miler. Keep your eyes on the 5k goal, and you might just want to keep going once you get there! Good luck!
just signed up for this next year! My first ever race and half marathon and im soooooo excited! Great video :D
Brilliant! You'll love it! Good luck with the training - we've got loads of tips in our other videos on running half marathons for you to check out
A great wee video. Well done to get 1:55 and carrying a GoPro. thanks for sharing it.
it’s a brilliant run, this was my 6th and I’ll be back next year.
A great wee video 😂
Amazing being able to pull that off carrying a camera! 🚀🚀
Thanks! It was a lot of fun 🙌
After getting across the finish line and getting the medal around my neck my first thought is always.... Hell Yeah!! When should I do my next!?!?
Ha! You're not alone there!
I have my first half marathon ever coming up next month so this should help 😂
Amazing. Inspiring. and you stop for dogs. :)
It’s very important :)
My main thought in a half marathon... how many free jelly babies can I consume in the space of 2hrs while running? 😂 LOVED this video! Well done, Anna, for both running it & giving us an insight into what it's like!
It was the Fab lolly that was offered that did it for me!
Thanks so much for watching Finnouala! I had a great time filming and running it.(Anna)
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Well done Anna. Excellent race. Looked a lot of fun with a very enthusiastic supporting crowd. Have my next 1/2 marathon in a months time. The prospect is a bit scary!
It really was great! Good luck with your race!
You’re making me cry Anna 😭 I am doing my second half marathon this Saturday then my 1st marathon in October with Dublin City Marathon 2019. Thanks Running Channel for making light hearted running videos but informative. 🥰
Amazing! Good luck with it! And thanks so much for watching 🙌
Good luck in the Dublin Marathon, I'll be doing the cork one in June as my first :)
It's called a half marathon because half Snickers doesn't sound so special. Well done and 5 bonus minutes for carrying a 📷
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I run my first half marathon in Brussels last Sunday. I am super excited my goal was sub 2 hours and I did 1:52:59. Thanks for your channel guys and for these inspiring videos. I would like to say to anyone out there "You can do it" and if you don't feel ready yet trust me the boost from the people cheering and clapping for you will push you through the finish line.
Well done Panagiotis, sub 2 hours for your first time out is a great start! Question you now need to ask yourself it, when is your next race?!
She completed it sub 2 hrs and that too while making a video!! #Genius
Haha! Thanks! (Anna)
I also ran it this year and it was my first ever half marathon. I was so scared before setting off but I absolutely loved it. Currently going through the GNR blues ☹️. Ended up signing up to a few more and hope they as amazing as last weekend. Well done Anna.
Well done on your first ever half Carla! It was a great day wasn’t it?
It really was. The support from the crowd is definitely what helped me through. This channel has helped me train for it so want to thank you for all the help.
Ahh that’s amazing Carla! So glad we could help. Hope you’ve got something else booked in to get over those GNR blues
I shout out "only a parkrun to go" at 10 miles too. Also sing "oh, oh, half-way there" at halfway and this year received the proper response.
Livin' on a prayer!
@@runningchannel Woah, livin' on a prayer
Take my hand, we'll make it I swear
Woah, livin' on a prayer
First time doing the GNR and I was impressed.
Couldn't believe how hot it was on the day,that got me towards the end. Weaving in and out of the crowds at the start hurt me as well.
The crowds were immense and it certainly is a bucket list tick off.
The Geordies are a friendly bunch!
Isn’t it a fab race? A little warm on Sunday for sure
@@runningchannel Great video. I know how you felt at the finishing line.
Lots of thoughts go through your head at that point,I always give a shout to my Dad who passed away 4 years to cancer.
That got me into running and I was fortunate to run the London Marathon for Cancer Research in memory of my father soon after.
Haven't looked back since and now run 3-4 times per week.
For me it's all the sums all the way round! As soon as I set off it's like hmm so that's only 8.3 miles and time wise that's 76 minutes oh now it's 8.1 miles etc etc.. my brain just doesn't quit!
Congratulations (3 years later)! Very inspiring! I'm doing my first half marathon in 2 days. Kind of nervous, but also really excited!
Awww well done Anna, getting all emosh at the end. I've got my first half marathon next month in Birmingham... I won't be filming it though I'll be dying!!
Good luck in Birmingham Andrew!
When I ran my first half marathon, hit 5 miles and the only thing encouraging me was saying “you can walk next mile” and that repeated until the very end. After mile 10 it was a breeze. Those last three miles went by so fast I crossed it before I knew it.
8:01 guy sprinting like he’s gonna beat the world record
We need this guy's energy at the last sprint for all of our races!! Haha amazing!
I love watching this from my comfy bed:)
Haha!
As I watch this back everything you say is how I felt at every mile.. Thanks for this.. I even said to myself how many ice pops is too many! Well done on your time, that was my target time but I was unprepared for hills, need to do more training but was only my second half Marathon. Thanks again!
Haha! So many ice pops!! Those hills are a killer! Haha
Anna, this is fab. GNR 2019 was my first ever event & loved it. Started back in pink & so couldn't get into my usual pace but that meant I could relax and take it all in. Got to stop looking at all the photos/videos now & do some work. Amazing supporters/amazing runners & some amazing costumes!!
Thanks Lorna! Glad you had a great day too 🙌 It really is very special at the GNR
My wife decided that she wanted to start her 30s off with a bang so we're doing the Disney Princess Half-Marathon on the 23rd this month. We just did a 13.5 mile (walk/jog) in 3:15 so we know we can finish in time but I'm certain there will be tears at the end of the race. Before now we've only done a local 5K race (but we are regulars at Orange Theory Fitness!) so this will be a huge leap over what we've put ourselves through till now!
I cried when you cried Anna!! Way to
Go! I’m new to running . My first race will be an 8k in Philadelphia. I ran 5 miles the first time ever 2 days ago. I can’t believe I did that and I don’t know how anyone does a half marathon or full marathon. I hope one day to do a half marathon. One step at a time😊
Well done. That’s awesome progress!
Are you doing the 8k this November? It's a nice race!! I did that one and the full marathon....just have the half to knock out!! Congratulations on your achievement!! Hope to see you at a race soon!!
I ran this for a charity and unfortunately re-aggravated an injury damaging my ankle ligaments about 2 miles in. I still finished but much slower and in a lot of pain. It was lovely to see someone else's journey and thoughts around the track since I barely remember it other than focusing on putting one foot in front of the other. Thank you and great inspiration for future events
Oh no! Hope you’re better now?
Ah I saw you filming the intro. So glad I found the video. Spotted me in the red bandana in the background at 0:09
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Mad respect for that snowman guy for not fucking dying
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I just did my 3rd half on Sunday.... Saturday we had a category 1 hurricane come through, Sunday was 40kph winds (headwind for the last 4.5k) and 70kph gusts... but I set a pb by over 6 minutes. At 10k I was thinking, "god I have to do that again" at 16k I was thinking "just another 5k" and for the last 1k I was thinking "I hate this bl**dy wind".
for my 1st half I was also very emotional coming to the end. The organizers had set up a huge video screen at the 12 mile mark so when you ran over the chip timer they played a video that your family recorded the day before. Many tears there and more when I finished.
Wow! That sounds incredible. Congrats Kevin 🙌
I've just watched this for the umpteenth time 😂 I'm taking part in The Great North Run next week, first time, first half marathon, I'm so excited but so nervous, thank you for your inspiration Anna 👌
Excellent Anna GNR is fantastic. Every runner ought to do it at least once.
Completely agree!
Sub 2 hours with all the chit chatting and stopping to pet a dog. And here is me thinking I will not break my own 2 hours barrier for a half marathon!
I just found this channel and I love it. I have a love/hate relationship with running. I've done two half marathons before (both in Pittsburgh). I'm thinking of doing the full marathon this year. Your videos have been giving me some encouragement.
I also love that you stop and pet all the doggies that you see. I would do the same!
I got emotional too when you crossed the line! I can not wait to do this!!! Thanks for sharing this! I am planning on my 1st 13.1 within the next month or so.. Started running Aug 2020. Ran 11 miles 2 weeks ago trying to get ready..
A fantastic video which mirrors my emotions when I ran it! An absolutely joyous first 3 miles and last mile - tricky around 4-6, and the support this year in particular throughout was just extraordinary. Makes me proud to be an adopted Geordie (lived here for 16 years).
Thanks for watching Andy. The Geordies certainly do look after their guests 👌
I love that you said only a parkrun to go, that is what I always say too 😊
😂universal measurement!
I did my first half marathon in April and my second is three weeks away! This is exactly the kind of motivation I needed to carry on training. You've just reminded me exactly why we run the races. The crowds, the excitement and that feeling when finish! You're so lovely, congratulations x
Awesome! Good luck with the rest of the training Heather and let us know how you get on!
I'm meant to be in the half marathon Great Scottish run today, to celebrate turning 50. Sadly, I have the flu 🤧🤮.
When I run my First en only 1/2marathon ive been thinking of you. (I get emotionel also,).
Thanks!
Really enjoyed this video, and well done Anna! I'm impressed you ran under 2 hours whilst having the breathe to commentate and film as you ran. I've only done 3 Half Marathons (so far) and have really enjoyed all of them. At the time it feels horrendous, especially as I'm always trying to go for a fast time, and I'm often just counting down the minutes until it's over. I find it all quite tough from Mile 4 to the end, but especially at Mile 10 when the finish is still far away. 2 of my Half Marathons have been my "home one" - the Southampton Half which I have enjoyed more because it can be a bit emotional recognising where you're running and some of the people cheering you on. Despite all the pain I still tell myself that a Half is my favourite distance to race and there's always a really good goodie bag and medal usually waiting afterwards!
Thank you! Thanks so much for watching 🙌 Half marathons are a great distance - they’re challenging and rewarding
Amazing , I’m gonna do my first half marathon next two days in preparation for my spartan beast race, wish me luck hehe
Super!! Good luck!
I’m a high school track and cross country runner who may run d1 college soon and I had an idea that seems kind of cool but kind of dumb. I want to gotta marathon with professional runners and hold up with all of them the first 3 miles and see how much attention I can get. Should I do that? I could still probably finish the marathon in sub 3 hour pace
My honest advice would be to stick to what you're doing, listen to your coaches, and don't worry about getting attention with the pros. Train hard and smart, and show people what you can do on the track or XC, and enjoy it! Any attention you'd get running a marathon that way would be short-lived! Good luck! Andy
I was there! Amazing race, loved it. Didn't see you though, too many people. Glad you had a good run :)
Great stuff! Glad you had a great run
It took me about 16 minutes to cross the start line in Zone F. For me it was like running in treacle at the start. You will always do the first mile of the GNR faster than you wanted to as it's nearly all downhill (even more so on the left side).
This reminds me of my first 21K race many years ago. Many beautiful memories. Thank you so much.
Thanks for watching 🙌 (Anna)
My thoughts:
Im hungry
Why did I sign up for this
Can I fake a seizure
Will I get a scholarship soon
Why am I still here
Where am I
Oop I stepped on a ladys foot
I wanna sleep
Oh gosh I'll be like this 😰🤣😹🤪
Seriously love these mile by mile videos with Anna. Such a personality and very inspiring.
Thanks so much. I really enjoy making them ☺️
Never drink a yellow coloured drink handed to you by a stranger......whatever the circumstances. lol
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I was definitely crying when I crossed the finish line too! Such an achievement and the support from spectators who lined EVERY part of the route was amazing too!
Well done Anna!
Thank you Dan!
5:36 I feared the worst when that guy offered you a beer, then you took one sip and chucked it away. Tell me it wasn't what I feared it was? 😬
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For me it is quite relaxing that a great runner like Anna runs it in almost 2 hours.. makes me feel like I could do it one day as I'm exceptionally slow. Well done!!
It’s not about the time you do, it’s about the time you have 🙌
@@runningchannel Well said :)
I subscribed... hit the bell... Anna is just so cute, amazing, and lovely... love this channel...
Welcome on board 🙌 We love you too
How did you start in the orange zone when you were supposed to be in white?
I was kindly given a media place by the Great Run Company Which is a separate start area!
@@runningchannel I was actually in Zone F - as I've just written it's like running in treacle back there. That and a cold affected my time.
Inspiring. And what a lovely person Anna is.
I love anna. There, I said it.
We love you too
Love the channel and content. I would have said hi had I known you guys were there. Hope you enjoyed it 🙂 thanks to inspiration and training guides such as 'the running channel' it helped me PB again this year. From 1:33 last to a 1:18 on Sunday. You covered me with your 'Mo arrow' at the start 😂😂
Thanks Phill. And congrats on a stunning PB - so sorry for covering you up though🙈
Well done Anna 👌Newcastle massive.
Thanks! 👌🙏
Did my first half marathon this morning. From mile 4 onwards, the only thing running through my mind was “I hope that was just a fart”.
Are you really a runner if you haven't had that thought? Congratulations of completing your first half marathon!
Her eating all the popsicles 😂😂
They were amazing! Just what I needed 😂 (Anna)
I just did my first GNR and first ever organised run (born here so had to do it one year), so I was there with you! Didn't go as planned though - my achilles got injured the Sunday before in my last training run and I couldn't walk until the Tuesday, but used plenty of ice and ibuleve to get me to the start line (I couldn't not do it!). I slowed my pace and it was going well until after 2 miles when I could feel my achilles, then it completely went after 7, but I still made it to the end with walking and limp running in just over 3 hours (my original target was 2:15).
Congratulations on finishing Charlie! Sounds like it was tough for you!
This was my first HM! I did it in 2:39:54 so waaaaaaayyyyy behind you Anna haha! Going to (hopefully) do it again this year after last years was cancelled, and managed to get my little brother to sign up to the insanity for this year too! Using what I've learnt from 2019 and the handy stuff on this channel, I'm hoping to smash my PB!
Well done! And all the best to get that PB this year! You can do it!
I cried watching this. You guys are an inspiration, truly. I'll start training for my first half marathon in about 3 weeks and theses videos are inspiring and very helpful.
First half marathon this weekend for me, really helpful insights here, I love the thinking that at 10 miles it’s just a parkrun / 5k to go :) helps a lot as I work in KM mainly :)
Awesome! Which one are you doing? Good luck with it!
The Running Channel thank you! Doing the Bristol Half Marathon and well excited for it! :)
Wow! That is about the same time I took to finish my first and so far only half marathon.
I was dying there in the last 4 miles and this lady is filming and talking casually through it. #Respect
Finish lines, not finish times! 🙌