This is very inspirational! I've been binge-watching your channel. I can relate to Mary's firm answer at first: 'no, I won't ever run a marathon'. Yet, I enrolled in my first marathon for October 2023. I have been training consistently 3 times a week for 4 months and had a semi-marathon planned on April the 2nd to see where I was. Unfortunately, I got a heel spur on both feet and was advised to cancel it. Since I'm also here for the long term (but you helped convince me I really was so thanks!!), I'm just going to rest and fix it (hopefully). I hope I can still train for and run the marathon in 6 months. I know it was 3 years ago and you achieved so many other things since then but gosh, 3h36 for a marathon is just beyond incredible, let alone for a first one! Cheers and thank you again! From another Mary from another country.
Loved this video! Mary you are an inspiration. I had hit a really low point in my life and started to try to get in shape a little over 2 months ago. I couldn’t run .4 of a mile. Now I am running about 20 miles a week and growing every week. I found your videos and love them. Keep it up!
Don't know if you remember me, but I commented on your video about finding your 'why' in running. I had said that I hated running with a burning passion but did it anyway. What ended up happening, is that I went for a tempo run and had severe breathing issues to the point of suffocating and ended up in the hospital. Turns out, I have had exercise induced asthma my entire life. Once given an inhaler, ALL the things I hated about running had gone. It was the asthma the entire time, it wasn't running. Pleased to say, I am now running 10k regularly and it is quite pleasant haha. I have since registered for my first full marathon next February. Just wanted to let you know! Your videos have been an inspiration for me and have really helped me in my journey.
Hey! Yes I totally remember. I loved your honesty about hating running 😂 well that all seems to make sense as well. Who would love doing something that makes them feel like they’re suffocating!! Sorry to hear you ended up in hospital but I’m glad you came through stronger and are actually enjoying the experience now!! You must be if you’ve signed up for a marathon. Love it 😊👍🏻
I never really comment on RUclips videos but I've been following your channel and Mary's journey and I couldn't be happier for her! 3:36 is an amazing time and I can wait to see Mary crush the London Marathon!!! Well done guys, you are truly an inspiration!
Thank you so much, Maria. That’s really nice to hear and means so much that you’ve taken the time to comment. We really appreciate it. Very kind of you 😊
I dont even know you and i feel proud. Found this channel because im running my first marathon in 5 weeks & the tips you've given me have been immeasurable, so thank you. 3:36, crazy fast. 👍
Thanks Steve! Or do you prefer Steven?! Which marathon are you doing? I’m excited for you!! Just come up with a plan, stick to it and smile your face off the whole way round 😃
I doubt i'll smile as much as Mary, but i'll give it a go. Manchester marathon in 4 weeks. Did 18 miles last weekend, might try 20 this weekend & thats my longest run done. Thanks to your vids i know its gonna hurt, but might as well embrace it. After seeing Mary, might be a good idea to take the monday off. 🙈
@@ThisMessyHappy - I'm doing ok. Swimming a fair amount but not running or biking enough. Just swimming and giving away goggles over on my channel 😉 Also, looking forward to your race recap video. Hope you're at least a little bit sore after smoking that run on very little training. I think the title should be "Racing a marathon on Zero training". Or "Can I break 3 hours in the marathon without training at all?". People are going to click on that thing fast and you can always blame me if the title is too misleading. 😆
I know this video is 2yrs old, but I just wanted to say this video inspired me to pick up running during the pandemic. I have RA and a ton of knee/ankle injuries - I never thought I could handle a marathon… but I hoped maybe someday. I ran my first ever marathon this month, 4:11 was my time - so still got a ways to go before catching up to Mary! But I am super proud of it nonetheless, and I don’t think I ever would have started without this video 🙏🏻 thank you so much, both of you.
OMG congratulations !!! Seeing Ben trying not to cry maked me cry😅 we can see in his eyes that he is so proud of Mary 😍 so cute !!! Just keep doing that you do in this channel, you're both amazing !!
@@ThisMessyHappy The training is going great. I will run my first half marathon in Montréal in april as a preparation for the Tamarack Ottawa in may. I'm nervous but exited and hope to feel a little bit exilar-wasted :)
A brilliant achievement Mary. I love how positive and smiley you are even with the post race pain!! I ran my first half marathon on Sunday, Brighton, no sunshine for me just 50mph winds 🙄 Like you I gave up running due to terrible hip pain. I started running again 6mths ago after finally seeking advice on my hips and I’m so happy I’ve been able to run a half marathon. Love your videos guys, I find you both so inspirational 👍
Ah thanks Beth and I’m so glad you found running again and the happiness it provides! How did the half go? Are you happy? And what’s next? Thanks for the really kind words 😊
It was so windy Beth, kept taking my feet from under me along the sea front, but fun. Well done. My first time running Brighton half after only starting running 2 years ago.
Amazing Mary and very inspirational! I am much slower than you but you are helping me to see that my first marathon in September might just be possible.... Massive well done 😊 x
Hey Jo! It’s not just possible it’s happening! You’ve got this and hopefully you’re going to love it too. Thanks so much for the kind words. If you ever have any questions we haven’t answered then just let us know 👍🏻😊
1. 3:36 is a superb time for your first marathon Mary! (Boston qualifier in future) 2. You should take huge confidence from that for your next attempt at sub-90 half 3. I love the response to "Are your ready?". No whoop. whoop meme-turds, just a slightly nervous "I think so". That's exactly how it feels :).
What a beautiful couple you are. Brilliant vlog and so creatively done. Mary, yes you are an inspiration. Ben, so smart, so grounded on what's important in life. You just showed us how the marathon is a metyaphor for life and all it's challenges.
Such an inspiration! The pride you have in each other gets me. In the middle of the 10k training programme and hope that I can one day be even half the runner that you are Mary. Well done!!!
Thanks so much, Alex! How’s the training plan going? And we’re all equal in the eyes of the running god 😂 you’re a runner, and that’s what’s important 🤟🏼
Don't normally post but credit where credit is due, 3.36 1st marathon. I have mine in 8 weeks and be over the moon the get under 4.30 truly inspirational.
Ah well thank you from coming out of posting exile to take the time to write something. It genuinely means a lot. Where is your marathon? Good luck! Just don’t overthink it and enjoy. They really are an epic achievement 👍🏻
Congratulations to you both! That is awesome! But big congrats to Mary!!! That is a ridiculously good time for a first marathon! Keep the marathons coming guys! *clap clap*
I was reminiscing today as I miss the banter around the races so much. My favourite race of the year, albeit only two. (I did the Big half the week after and was still knackered, and Seville had 24 degrees, sun and tapas bars in the afternoon). Kudos on the time. We were very similar, but it took me 6 attempts to get anywhere near your standard. Also you were in better shape than after my first attempt and I agree it gets easier with practise. Need races back on for motivation. Thanks for the vid, great memories.
Agreed. I do love the feel of a race, the chat, the camaraderie etc but luckily they’ll be back at some point. We know that. So for now... we wait... and make do with reminiscing 😂😊
Congratulations Mary 👍🎉🎉 Loved this! Even your GoPro was great. Loved hearing your journey as you ran, even the lip reading 😉 Well Done, gives us all hope 😊
Only just stumbled on your channel. Really enjoy your content and a massive well done for finishing. Such a fantastic achievement. Running my first half marathon in Southampton in April and find all your tips really helpful and inspirational.
This Messy Happy. Unfortunately I’ve picked up a hip injury so not great at the moment. Plenty of rest currently and hopefully I can get back into training next week. Thanks for asking and keep up the great work 😀
Well done Mary, I am in absolute awe of you 👊. What an awesome time! I had happy tears all the way through this video. Huge congratulations💐💐. Love your channel, you guys keep it real xx
👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 Mary you truly are in inspiration to everyone. Congratulations on you’re amazing achievement you truly are a legend 👊 I’m amazed that you can run that far without music, that really keeps me going. Post marathon walking down stairs backwards is always good. @ Ben Taxi for Slug Slug 🤣
Well done Mary! And with a fantastic time as well. It was so nice to see how very proud and emotional Ben was too. I hope you recover well and soon. Looking forward to the next video.
Late congrats!! Killer results! I came from the ultra training video... I've never done a marathon, but I do 50ks, and I think you're going to be totally hooked!
CONGRATULATIONS MARY! So happy for you! I've watched all your videos and it is inspiring seeing you finally did your 1st full marathon. You are amazing and an inspiration. ❤ Can't wait for Ben's experience now, I'm sure you've smashed it as well. ☺️
Brilliant video, congratulations Mary. I have my first marathon in Brighton in April and can't wait for it now. Loving the channel and thanks to you and Ben for all the videos they've been a great source of inspiration
Thanks for the lively words, Ben. Superb name by the way. I need to get Mary to have her own RUclips account so she can respond to everyone’s lovely comments. She’s read them all. Good luck in Brighton! I’m excited for you. You’re going to have a great day 💪🏼👍🏻
Thanks Ian! Wish your wife good luck from us. How are your legs? Mine are still in bits!! And what’s next for you? Have I already asked you that? I can’t remember!!
@@ThisMessyHappy mine arent too bad now,been out for 8 miles today after work.I'm in Barca with her,then Boston in April.Both your times were incredible after the last few months.
Congratulation's Mary :) That was awesome - two weeks ago i did my first half marathon and i had that exact look on my face and the same entry into the car! Your journey is so inspiring i am like 12 months behind your journey. You guys are such an example - thank you :)
@@ThisMessyHappy Thank You. Yes Half went well. Finished in 2hrs 5mins my legs detonated at 17k and i really struggled coming home. But all good. going to try 2 more halfs then debut my hometown marathon next June :)
Hey guys! Just found your channel a couple of weeks ago and I've loving it! Couple, and running goals you too! So nice to see Ben getting emotional at the end of Mary's race! Keep going!
congrats on your marathon Mary!! This is such a huge accomplishment! I've got a 10 mile race in April and that'll be my longest run. Can't wait to see what you do in the future.
@@ThisMessyHappy It's in the US capitol Washington, DC. Cherry Blossom 10 mile run! I have a lot of friends that live in DC and run it, so I'll be driving 6 hours to run it with them! Hope y'all come do races in the US some day!!
Thanks buddy. Really kind of you. I see you’re working through the back catalogue 😂 there’s some rubbish further back there ha ha I call it the process of growth
Great effort mary outstanding and you aswell ben! 👍 you know I had had my wisdom tooth out 10 days ago well it got infected after a few days so still not been for a run in two weeks at the weekend 😩 pains just starting to go so hoping to run soon and after watch this itching to get out.
Pretty well, although I'd like to fit an extra run in per week. I've managed 19 miles as my longest run so far, which was a real mental battle, but it felt good to get that distance completed. Half marathon race on Sunday and then 5 big weeks before taper! Are you both running London?
No just me this year and hopefully both next year (depending on whether I can qualify good for age again). Just keep winning the mental battles, dude. Soon they become the norm 💪🏻
That's a brilliant time for Mary's first marathon! I haven't done a race for ages, and I have my second half marathon in a months time. How do you find the race pace? My garmin has a race time predictor but I think it's a bit optimistic. All my runs are at a easy level (conversational pace).
Thanks mate. Very kind. What do you mean by finding race pace? Do you mean a pace to aim for? I’ll be honest and say for the most part it’s a lot of trial and error really but a good rule of thumb is for a half marathon you could run it at 7 or 8/10 effort. 10ks are usually 9/10 and 5ks are pretty much all out. Rule of thumb anyway
Great effort💪 I'm running my first marathon in 5 weeks and my 1/2 marathon time is around 1:35. What do you think would be a realistic time/pace to aim for. Cheers 👍
Hi Shane, honestly my opinion is aim to finish and feel like maybe you could have pushed a bit harder. Marathons are so tricky but I know I’d rather finish with a smile and thinking I could have pushed more than finishing absolutely broken on the verge of collapse because I went too hard. Marathons are the very embodiment of trial and error 😊👍🏻
@@ThisMessyHappy Thanks Ben I think I really needed to hear that. Ever since I signed up everything for me has been about getting a sub 4hr time and anything less would be deemed a failure. I know I just need to check my ego at the door and be happy to finish regardless of the time. Cheers for the reply 👍
@@ThisMessyHappy You are more than welcome. I'm on FB if you want the messages to be a bit personal, (Spencer Jefferson Dallas Robinson), all the best to you both.
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Came for the running, subscribed for the dog, stayed for Mary!
That is the exact order it should be! 😊😂 welcome to the madness and thanks for being part of it 👍🏻
This is very inspirational! I've been binge-watching your channel.
I can relate to Mary's firm answer at first: 'no, I won't ever run a marathon'. Yet, I enrolled in my first marathon for October 2023. I have been training consistently 3 times a week for 4 months and had a semi-marathon planned on April the 2nd to see where I was. Unfortunately, I got a heel spur on both feet and was advised to cancel it.
Since I'm also here for the long term (but you helped convince me I really was so thanks!!), I'm just going to rest and fix it (hopefully). I hope I can still train for and run the marathon in 6 months.
I know it was 3 years ago and you achieved so many other things since then but gosh, 3h36 for a marathon is just beyond incredible, let alone for a first one!
Cheers and thank you again!
From another Mary from another country.
3:36 is crazy good since she just started running two years ago and her first marathon.
Thanks so much 😊
Really inspiring vlog. Am just starting on halfs but excited to really committing to a full marathon. Thank you to you both and congratulations👏👏👏
Loved this video! Mary you are an inspiration. I had hit a really low point in my life and started to try to get in shape a little over 2 months ago. I couldn’t run .4 of a mile. Now I am running about 20 miles a week and growing every week. I found your videos and love them. Keep it up!
Ben you are such a kind person and so nice to see people like you on RUclips. Your reaction to Mary finishing the race sums it up❤❤❤
Don't know if you remember me, but I commented on your video about finding your 'why' in running. I had said that I hated running with a burning passion but did it anyway.
What ended up happening, is that I went for a tempo run and had severe breathing issues to the point of suffocating and ended up in the hospital. Turns out, I have had exercise induced asthma my entire life. Once given an inhaler, ALL the things I hated about running had gone. It was the asthma the entire time, it wasn't running.
Pleased to say, I am now running 10k regularly and it is quite pleasant haha. I have since registered for my first full marathon next February.
Just wanted to let you know! Your videos have been an inspiration for me and have really helped me in my journey.
Hey! Yes I totally remember. I loved your honesty about hating running 😂 well that all seems to make sense as well. Who would love doing something that makes them feel like they’re suffocating!! Sorry to hear you ended up in hospital but I’m glad you came through stronger and are actually enjoying the experience now!! You must be if you’ve signed up for a marathon. Love it 😊👍🏻
I never really comment on RUclips videos but I've been following your channel and Mary's journey and I couldn't be happier for her! 3:36 is an amazing time and I can wait to see Mary crush the London Marathon!!! Well done guys, you are truly an inspiration!
Thank you so much, Maria. That’s really nice to hear and means so much that you’ve taken the time to comment. We really appreciate it. Very kind of you 😊
Just brilliant Mary !!!what an effort under the circumstances...the marathon bug will now devour you!
Ha ha oh yeah, she’s been bitten so hard she’s paralysed by the marathon bug 😂
Mary, you are so strong! How amazing! Congratulations. Ben, you are such a support. Love the true emotion you showed upon her success!
Thanks Erinn! She’s just amazing isn’t she? Proud husband moment 😊
running my first half marathon on sunday! This has given me the confidence i needed! Well done guys :)
good luck
Oooh exciting! Good luck! where is it? And thank you very much 😊
Good luck Katie.
I dont even know you and i feel proud. Found this channel because im running my first marathon in 5 weeks & the tips you've given me have been immeasurable, so thank you. 3:36, crazy fast. 👍
Thanks Steve! Or do you prefer Steven?! Which marathon are you doing? I’m excited for you!! Just come up with a plan, stick to it and smile your face off the whole way round 😃
I doubt i'll smile as much as Mary, but i'll give it a go. Manchester marathon in 4 weeks. Did 18 miles last weekend, might try 20 this weekend & thats my longest run done. Thanks to your vids i know its gonna hurt, but might as well embrace it. After seeing Mary, might be a good idea to take the monday off. 🙈
Congrats to Mary! You are a legend! Hope you're enjoying some rest and starting to think about NYC! 👍
Ohhhh yes! The next step is ON! How are you, buddy?
@@ThisMessyHappy - I'm doing ok. Swimming a fair amount but not running or biking enough. Just swimming and giving away goggles over on my channel 😉 Also, looking forward to your race recap video. Hope you're at least a little bit sore after smoking that run on very little training. I think the title should be "Racing a marathon on Zero training". Or "Can I break 3 hours in the marathon without training at all?". People are going to click on that thing fast and you can always blame me if the title is too misleading. 😆
Ha ha yeah I have been trying to work out a title. Am thinking ‘is it possible to run a marathon without training (much)’ 😂
I know this video is 2yrs old, but I just wanted to say this video inspired me to pick up running during the pandemic. I have RA and a ton of knee/ankle injuries - I never thought I could handle a marathon… but I hoped maybe someday. I ran my first ever marathon this month, 4:11 was my time - so still got a ways to go before catching up to Mary! But I am super proud of it nonetheless, and I don’t think I ever would have started without this video 🙏🏻 thank you so much, both of you.
OMG congratulations !!! Seeing Ben trying not to cry maked me cry😅 we can see in his eyes that he is so proud of Mary 😍 so cute !!!
Just keep doing that you do in this channel, you're both amazing !!
Ha ha thanks Lucie. I always cry so you’ll need to get used to seeing me do it 😂 just so proud of the pocket rocket. Thanks for the lovely words too 😊
you guys really deserve more popularity and subscribers
Ha ha thanks mate. They may come along some day 😃
Hi Ben and Mary! You two made me cry. I'm training for my first half marathon and I just want to thank you for this massive dose of inspiration. :)
Hey Mélissa, thanks so much for saying such kind things 😊 where is your half marathon? And how is the training going?
@@ThisMessyHappy The training is going great. I will run my first half marathon in Montréal in april as a preparation for the Tamarack Ottawa in may. I'm nervous but exited and hope to feel a little bit exilar-wasted :)
A brilliant achievement Mary. I love how positive and smiley you are even with the post race pain!! I ran my first half marathon on Sunday, Brighton, no sunshine for me just 50mph winds 🙄 Like you I gave up running due to terrible hip pain. I started running again 6mths ago after finally seeking advice on my hips and I’m so happy I’ve been able to run a half marathon.
Love your videos guys, I find you both so inspirational 👍
Ah thanks Beth and I’m so glad you found running again and the happiness it provides! How did the half go? Are you happy? And what’s next? Thanks for the really kind words 😊
It was so windy Beth, kept taking my feet from under me along the sea front, but fun. Well done. My first time running Brighton half after only starting running 2 years ago.
Wonderful! Got me all misty eyed at work thank you very much!!
Ha ha gave you a little shout out too! Looking forward to NYC, dude 👍🏼
This Messy Happy I saw! That was sweet! 🙌🏽
Amazing Mary and very inspirational! I am much slower than you but you are helping me to see that my first marathon in September might just be possible.... Massive well done 😊 x
Hey Jo! It’s not just possible it’s happening! You’ve got this and hopefully you’re going to love it too. Thanks so much for the kind words. If you ever have any questions we haven’t answered then just let us know 👍🏻😊
Brilliant Mary well done, that time for a first marathon or any marathon for that matter is outstanding !
Thanks so much. That’s very nice of you to say. She did so well and it’s just the start. 😊
This Messy Happy Mary is my inspiration for London 🏃♀️
I am so inspired! I love all of your videos! This one is great! I cried, I laughed, and want to do a marathon!
Absolutely Brilliant 👏👏 well done Mary 👌
Cheers Dean 😊
1. 3:36 is a superb time for your first marathon Mary! (Boston qualifier in future)
2. You should take huge confidence from that for your next attempt at sub-90 half
3. I love the response to "Are your ready?". No whoop. whoop meme-turds, just a slightly nervous "I think so". That's exactly how it feels :).
Ha ha cheers Jason. When is Boston? It’s got to bloody fit in to term time! 🤦🏻♂️😂
Yeah I think she has 1:30 in her and now she KNOWS she’s ready 😂
Fantastic!!! i shed a few tears watching this one. a ma-husive bravo !!!!
Thanks Grettski! X
What a beautiful couple you are. Brilliant vlog and so creatively done. Mary, yes you are an inspiration. Ben, so smart, so grounded on what's important in life. You just showed us how the marathon is a metyaphor for life and all it's challenges.
Thanks so much, Tim. That’s so genuinely kind of you to write. It means a lot 😊👍🏻
Huge congratulations Mary! It’s been a joy to watch your journey. Both very positive and inspiring people ✨🌈
Thanks Leigh. That’s so nice of you 😊
Such an inspiration! The pride you have in each other gets me. In the middle of the 10k training programme and hope that I can one day be even half the runner that you are Mary. Well done!!!
Thanks so much, Alex! How’s the training plan going? And we’re all equal in the eyes of the running god 😂 you’re a runner, and that’s what’s important 🤟🏼
@@ThisMessyHappy about halfway now and doing great! Doing a 5k race on sunday morning 🙂
Loved watching this!! Amazing accomplishment!
Don't normally post but credit where credit is due, 3.36 1st marathon. I have mine in 8 weeks and be over the moon the get under 4.30 truly inspirational.
Ah well thank you from coming out of posting exile to take the time to write something. It genuinely means a lot. Where is your marathon? Good luck! Just don’t overthink it and enjoy. They really are an epic achievement 👍🏻
Congratulations to you both! That is awesome! But big congrats to Mary!!! That is a ridiculously good time for a first marathon! Keep the marathons coming guys! *clap clap*
Oh and one more thing! The editing as Mary the Zombie was hilarious lol Love it!
Thanks so much. She did very well indeed! We’ll keep running don’t you worry 👍🏻😂
Awesome Mary great time !!! So inspirational.
I was reminiscing today as I miss the banter around the races so much. My favourite race of the year, albeit only two. (I did the Big half the week after and was still knackered, and Seville had 24 degrees, sun and tapas bars in the afternoon). Kudos on the time. We were very similar, but it took me 6 attempts to get anywhere near your standard. Also you were in better shape than after my first attempt and I agree it gets easier with practise. Need races back on for motivation. Thanks for the vid, great memories.
Agreed. I do love the feel of a race, the chat, the camaraderie etc but luckily they’ll be back at some point. We know that. So for now... we wait... and make do with reminiscing 😂😊
Congratulations Mary 👍🎉🎉 Loved this! Even your GoPro was great. Loved hearing your journey as you ran, even the lip reading 😉 Well Done, gives us all hope 😊
Thanks so much, Sam. She did so well didn’t she. But more importantly proved we’re all capable of more than we believe! 💪🏻👍🏻
This Messy Happy Absolutely!! Mind over matter a lot of the time 😀
Fantastic Mary, congratulations! What an inspiration you are!! Good luck on yours Ben!! Hugs from the Netherlands.
Thanks Anita! Hugs to the Netherlands from the UK 😊
Well done Mary!! Woop woop! You're such an inspiration and you two are so sweet.
Thank you so much 😊 you’re very kind
Congrats Mary! 🎉
Wow, just watched this. Congratulations on your first marathon. It’s inspiring. Keep doing great things! 💪
Amazing Mary, well done. 👍💪
Thanks Andrew 👍🏻
That is an awesome time. I’m running my first marathon in Oct. Chicago here I come. Thanks for the motivation
Thanks so much. Ooh Chicago is another on our bucket list! How exciting. What else do you have planned? Or just gunning for Chicago?
Amazing effort Mary. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Looking forward to seeing Bens run on Sunday😀
Cheers James. Just putting my version together now 🤟🏼😊
Well done Mary epic running. Love watching your vlogs, my running has improved since I found your channel 👍🏼💪😍🏃♂️🏃♀️🏃♂️🏃♀️🏃♂️🏃♀️
Ah that’s so good to hear and thank you so much. Glad we’ve helped in some small way 👍🏻
Only just stumbled on your channel. Really enjoy your content and a massive well done for finishing. Such a fantastic achievement. Running my first half marathon in Southampton in April and find all your tips really helpful and inspirational.
Thanks James. Welcome to the madness! And we really appreciate the kind feedback. It’s why we do this 😊 how has the training gone for your half?
This Messy Happy. Unfortunately I’ve picked up a hip injury so not great at the moment. Plenty of rest currently and hopefully I can get back into training next week. Thanks for asking and keep up the great work 😀
Huge congratulations to you both. Well done Mary on the great time! Loved this type of video too.
Thanks Kimberly. Very kind of you to say 😊
Well done Mary - great job and what a time for your first marathon. These videos are such an inspiration - keep on running guys!!
Thanks so much. Comments like these really mean a lot 😊
Well done Mary, I am in absolute awe of you 👊. What an awesome time! I had happy tears all the way through this video. Huge congratulations💐💐. Love your channel, you guys keep it real xx
Thanks Trish! Mary says thank you too. Yes it’s been a happy/painful week 😂
👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 Mary you truly are in inspiration to everyone. Congratulations on you’re amazing achievement you truly are a legend 👊 I’m amazed that you can run that far without music, that really keeps me going.
Post marathon walking down stairs backwards is always good.
@ Ben Taxi for Slug Slug 🤣
Ha ha she was walking like a sluggy slug for days 😂 she says thank you. Apparently I’m her personal secretary now 😂
Well done Mary! And with a fantastic time as well. It was so nice to see how very proud and emotional Ben was too. I hope you recover well and soon. Looking forward to the next video.
Thanks so much. She’s getting through it for sure. Just putting together the video at the moment. My experience of the same marathon 😂
Late congrats!! Killer results! I came from the ultra training video... I've never done a marathon, but I do 50ks, and I think you're going to be totally hooked!
Oooh thanks Kelly! We’re one week out from her debut ultra 😳🤯
@@ThisMessyHappy She's gonna kill it!
CONGRATULATIONS MARY! So happy for you! I've watched all your videos and it is inspiring seeing you finally did your 1st full marathon. You are amazing and an inspiration. ❤
Can't wait for Ben's experience now, I'm sure you've smashed it as well. ☺️
Thank you so much, Miriam. That’s so nice to read. Just putting my video together now. Slightly different but hopefully still fun 😀
Thank you so much for your videos. You both are so inspiring. Totally binge watching your videos!!
Amazing!! Well done. That sit down moment after running a marathon is soooo good.
Ha ha it sure is! Thanks so much 😊
Well done Mary, loving the Journey 🏃
Cheers James. Very kind of you 👍🏻
Heartiest Congratulations to Mary on her achievement, what a timing for a first marathon.. Loved the video, thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much. Really nice of you to say 😊
Congrats! Awesome job!
Cheers Tom 👍🏻
I missed that beautiful weather
Well done both of you
Thanks very much! Yes we got very lucky with the weather 😃
Congrats to you both
Thanks Matt 👍🏻
Brilliant video, congratulations Mary. I have my first marathon in Brighton in April and can't wait for it now. Loving the channel and thanks to you and Ben for all the videos they've been a great source of inspiration
Thanks for the lively words, Ben. Superb name by the way. I need to get Mary to have her own RUclips account so she can respond to everyone’s lovely comments. She’s read them all. Good luck in Brighton! I’m excited for you. You’re going to have a great day 💪🏼👍🏻
Congratulations Mary great run and an amazing time 🥳🥳
Thanks so much buddy buddy 😂😊
Congratulations. Great effort.
Thanks Alan 👍🏻
Amazing! Well done Mary, and thank you for sharing your experience with us.
Thanks so much, Evie. I had to coerce her in to it but she actually loved it so hopefully there is more coming 😊
I just hope by the next video we see that she's able to walk again, lol.
Well done Mary x 👍😊
Cheers 😊
Brilliant run,very well done.My wife is running her first in Barcelona so hope she enjoys it and completes it well.
Thanks Ian! Wish your wife good luck from us. How are your legs? Mine are still in bits!! And what’s next for you? Have I already asked you that? I can’t remember!!
@@ThisMessyHappy mine arent too bad now,been out for 8 miles today after work.I'm in Barca with her,then Boston in April.Both your times were incredible after the last few months.
Congratulation's Mary :) That was awesome - two weeks ago i did my first half marathon and i had that exact look on my face and the same entry into the car! Your journey is so inspiring i am like 12 months behind your journey. You guys are such an example - thank you :)
Thanks Rod. How did the half go? Got the big for more? And marathon next year?! Exciting times!! Thanks for being part of the journey 😊
@@ThisMessyHappy Thank You. Yes Half went well. Finished in 2hrs 5mins my legs detonated at 17k and i really struggled coming home. But all good. going to try 2 more halfs then debut my hometown marathon next June :)
Hey guys! Just found your channel a couple of weeks ago and I've loving it! Couple, and running goals you too! So nice to see Ben getting emotional at the end of Mary's race! Keep going!
Thanks Pedro. That’s really kind of you. Thanks for commenting and for being part of the journey 😊👍🏻
Well done Mary! Such a inspiration to watch :-)
Thanks Joanna 😊
congrats on your marathon Mary!! This is such a huge accomplishment! I've got a 10 mile race in April and that'll be my longest run. Can't wait to see what you do in the future.
Thanks Mallory. Where is the 10 miler?! Good luck! 😊
@@ThisMessyHappy It's in the US capitol Washington, DC. Cherry Blossom 10 mile run! I have a lot of friends that live in DC and run it, so I'll be driving 6 hours to run it with them! Hope y'all come do races in the US some day!!
Mallory Kobler don’t worry about that! We race in the US every year 😍 we love it. Got NYC marathon in November! Can’t wait 😊
I’m so happy for you Mary 😊
Thanks Sophie. I feel like Marys personal secretary but she says thanks too 😊
Amazing job. I ran my first in Celebration FL a month ago. You are a beast.
Sweet! And thanks. We LOVE celebration!! How did it go?
@@ThisMessyHappy 3:57:30 Hit my goal of sub-4. I am looking forward to the next one.
well done Mary! What an amazing time 🤩🏃🏼♀️
Thanks so much 😊
Congratulations Mary. Amazing running. Hoping the stiffness has eased.
Thanks so much, Jacqui 😊
WoW
you are amazing!!!
3.36 is like a dream for me
love your videos
have a good reast and recovery🙏🤪
Thanks so much 😊 yes she did amazingly. And also says thanks for the kind words. You’re living the dream though! Because you’re running 🤟🏼😂
Awesome job!
Thanks 😊
Last thing I can do when running is smile 😳 anyone that runs this far is made of metal 💪🏻
Anyone can, dude. A bit of consistency, luck and positivity and you’re there 🤟🏼
Big congrats Mary! That’s a very impressive time! 😊🏅 💪
Thanks Richard. Girl done good 😂
Amazing what a good time! My plan is to run my first marathon next year, and your video's are so helpful thank you for that
Thanks Nicole! I’m really glad you’re on board. Where is your marathon?
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In Rotterdam next year
Amazing Mary, congratz!!
Thanks so much 😊
Well done Mary your awesome:). Thanks Ben for sharing this as this inspires me to keep getting better. Great feeling and super happy for you both.
Thanks buddy. Really kind of you. I see you’re working through the back catalogue 😂 there’s some rubbish further back there ha ha I call it the process of growth
So excited for you! Congrats!
Thank you 😊
Congratulations! An Amazing achievement! 😊
Thanks Luke 😊
Great effort mary outstanding and you aswell ben! 👍 you know I had had my wisdom tooth out 10 days ago well it got infected after a few days so still not been for a run in two weeks at the weekend 😩 pains just starting to go so hoping to run soon and after watch this itching to get out.
Oh no James that sounds awful! Hope you get out there soon, buddy. And thanks for the kind words as well 😊
Amazing Mary well done! My first marathon is London this year and the tips and videos from you both really helps!
Awesome Gavin! Hopefully I’ll see you at London. How’s the training going?
Pretty well, although I'd like to fit an extra run in per week. I've managed 19 miles as my longest run so far, which was a real mental battle, but it felt good to get that distance completed. Half marathon race on Sunday and then 5 big weeks before taper! Are you both running London?
No just me this year and hopefully both next year (depending on whether I can qualify good for age again). Just keep winning the mental battles, dude. Soon they become the norm 💪🏻
@@ThisMessyHappy thanks Ben, enjoy the recovery this week!
you helped me finish my first half marathon!! congrats!
Ahh that’s so cool to hear, Ellie. Which one did you do? How did it go? And what’s next 😊
Great Job!
Thanks Jon 😊
Great video guys! Congratulations Mary that was an incredible time! Just wondering what brand your sunglasses are, they are fabulous!
Hey, thanks so much! She did well didn’t she! Mary tells me they’re Ray Bans 😎👍🏻
Brilliant!!!!
nice editing man! all the way!
So proud I have to try not to cry on camera… and cuts to an entire montage of Mary walking like a zombie! 😂😂😂 Couple goals
loved this!
Brettski! Your first official comment!! 😍
Thing I hate about races is the quiet moment after the start when the mass of other runners filters out 🏃♂️
Ha ha that deep breath moment. I love that funnily enough. The moment before battle 😂
This Messy Happy yea deep breath moment 😄 my worse part cos I’m thinking the fun bits stopped 😳
That's a brilliant time for Mary's first marathon! I haven't done a race for ages, and I have my second half marathon in a months time. How do you find the race pace? My garmin has a race time predictor but I think it's a bit optimistic. All my runs are at a easy level (conversational pace).
Thanks mate. Very kind. What do you mean by finding race pace? Do you mean a pace to aim for? I’ll be honest and say for the most part it’s a lot of trial and error really but a good rule of thumb is for a half marathon you could run it at 7 or 8/10 effort. 10ks are usually 9/10 and 5ks are pretty much all out. Rule of thumb anyway
Great effort💪 I'm running my first marathon in 5 weeks and my 1/2 marathon time is around 1:35. What do you think would be a realistic time/pace to aim for. Cheers 👍
Hi Shane, honestly my opinion is aim to finish and feel like maybe you could have pushed a bit harder. Marathons are so tricky but I know I’d rather finish with a smile and thinking I could have pushed more than finishing absolutely broken on the verge of collapse because I went too hard. Marathons are the very embodiment of trial and error 😊👍🏻
@@ThisMessyHappy Thanks Ben I think I really needed to hear that. Ever since I signed up everything for me has been about getting a sub 4hr time and anything less would be deemed a failure. I know I just need to check my ego at the door and be happy to finish regardless of the time. Cheers for the reply 👍
Awesome time for a first marathon
Well done.
Thanks mate 👍🏻😊
@@ThisMessyHappy You are more than welcome. I'm on FB if you want the messages to be a bit personal, (Spencer Jefferson Dallas Robinson), all the best to you both.
3:36 is 🤯. I am finding it hard to balance the speed and the motivation.
Fuck yeah Mary (sorry my french)
But that is amazing.
Mary is now my goal and inspiration for my first marathon in November
Ahhh french, the language of love 😂 you’re going to smash your marathon! How’s the injury coming along?
@@ThisMessyHappy seems to be fine.
Could probably hurt in longer distances but yesterday I did 10km and only felt it on the last 100m
Tremendous stuff. The trick is to come down the stairs backwards.
Ha ha or slide on the belly 😂
how fast did the man run?
He did ok. The Achilles held up and he cruised home in 3:06. Video coming on Sunday 🤟🏼
3.36 for a first marathon is actually ridiculous 😂
She’s a ridiculous kinda gal 😂
Congratulations !! amazing achievement!! 💪💪💪
Thanks Dani 😊