I DID IT! - My First Marathon Experience

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5 жыл бұрын

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At the age of 43 I decided to train for my first marathon. I wasn't a runner but I wanted to do something I didn't think I could do. I started training 5 months before the race. I had some ups and definitely some downs. I DID IT! I accomplished my goal. Probably the single most difficult task I have accomplished in my life. I documented the whole experience. I shared my story.
After running this marathon in Dallas, I set out to try to get into the New York City Marathon. You have to either qualify or be picked for the lottery which is nearly impossible to get in. I was fortunate to gain a spot of a few lucky ones that will pledge to raise money for a charity.
My spot is secured and I will train and document my next journey for this race. This will be an epic race and I am looking forward to being a part of it!
Subscribe to follow the journey and keep me accountable along the way.
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@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

If you are commenting about throwing the headphones in the creek, it was a joke. I used two white rocks. I have had about 5 hater comments about it. No I don't liter... it was for effect and for fun...JUST FYI :)

@L-h8py 4 жыл бұрын

Chris Swanzy I was wondering if what you threw were rocks! And did you really hit yourself? Too funny.

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Laura Wells haha. Yes. 100% rocks. Too cheap to throw $200 away. Lol. This is the first question about punching myself. Actually I didn’t do that either. Thanks for the fun comment! Stay in touch.

@letitgo5818 3 жыл бұрын

Boyyyy I was about to comment about that😂

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

Haha. Man several people have eaten me up over it. That’s why I put a disclaimer

@pavan20100611 3 жыл бұрын

I was going to ask. Because I could see you wearing same earphones in next segment of same video!!

@michaelharris7549 4 жыл бұрын

If you run, you are a runner. You may not think that, but you conquered a marathon. That makes you a runner.

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Very good point. Thank you.

@weiduochen646 3 жыл бұрын

My goal is to complete a half-marathon. Just completed my first 10k last weekend! Grinding

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

Weiduo Chen awesome man! Keep up the momentum. Thanks for sharing!

@alphonsebundy4135 3 жыл бұрын

Great, i want it too What was your time?pace?

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

My first marathon goal was to finish. I did it in 5:34. Second one in NYC was 4:41. Third one was in Houston 4:29.

@beaunyda 5 жыл бұрын

Finally a real "first marathon video" Thank you for sharing your journey! I loved it!

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Very kind of you. I appreciate your message.

@tylersingleton766 4 жыл бұрын

I came for motivation as I'm starting to train for my first marathon. I stayed because you're hilarious haha

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Haha. That’s great. Maybe you could tell my wife I’m funny too. Lol. Just kidding. I want to hear about your updates on training. I promise to post some new videos soon. Hang around. I’ll be back. Take care.

@PlaymatesAWeeCare 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for the SportMe mention. Going to use it. My first marathon at 67.

@ChrisSwanzy 9 ай бұрын

John. This is awesome! Very excited for you. That help sure helped me. What race are you doing?

@TheYearIGotTheRuns 5 жыл бұрын

You have proven you can actually ride a bike with a broken handlebar. 111-degrees?! 118-degrees?! That's dedication. Great job on finishing your first full.

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Great channel name! Haha I appreciate you watching. I will check you out. Thank you for the support!

@posh_motorsports_915 5 жыл бұрын

Bro!!! I’m so proud of you! Man the inspiration. Keep it up!! Your pushing me to start my own journey. Thanks!

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Wow. Why a great comment! I really appreciate it. Go for it!

@camillarich 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I've been training 2 months and have done a 5k and 10k. I'm at about a 12.5min/mile right now and running a half marathon October 17.

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Camilla Rich that is really great. I appreciate you sharing. Love to hear things like this. Keep up the great work!

@varietylife6847 4 жыл бұрын

You are amazing! Thank you for sharing your story.❤️

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

What a nice comment! Thank you very much! Take care.

@outandback6402 5 жыл бұрын

Great job...loved watching the process!!!

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Out and Back thank you sir!

@alancraig3756 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, Chris! Great job and congratulations!!

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Alan Craig thanks man!

@MrJensmile1999 4 жыл бұрын

So inspiring. Thank you for sharing your experiences.

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Jen S thank you so much! Stay safe and take care!

@inthefifegarden9120 5 жыл бұрын

This is a great video Chris. Love journey showing start to finish. Very motivational.

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! A great experience for me for sure!

@chetranqui 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your story here. This is awesome to see.

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

CheTranqui thank you! Was a great experience!

@RichardvanDijk 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome work Chris. Looking forward to the next part of the journey.

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Richard!

@peteysurber3760 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I'm hopefully running my first Marathon this Sunday, March 8. I'm nervous and excited, but your video has me feeling very confident about it! Congrats on your wonderful accomplishment and good luck on your future runs!!

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Patrick! Man this is great to hear. I really hope this marathon treats you well. Don't forget to look around and enjoy the scenery. Trust your training you have done. I really appreciate the comment and please let me know how your marathon goes. I want to hear about it. Stay in touch and take care!

@coachcarter8238 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on this! I ran my first the same year in Chicago, and will be running my third this year. I was debating on whether or not I should document my journey and actually decided to do it today, and this actually inspires me more to record my journey. I have new goals I'd like to hit, so I'm going to be holding myself accountable with this one. Thank you for posting this.

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats to you Coach! This is great. You should definitely document it. I promise you won’t regret it. Keep up the great work and keep me posted on your training and marathon! I appreciate you reaching out. Take care.

@TheFODRunner 5 жыл бұрын

You absolute legend mate well done! I remember the video when you said I commented haha that bought back memories! You've come such a long way, I really hope its only the start for you! NYC....Chris is coming for you!!

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your inspiration!

@rtan72190 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this. Because of your video I have committed to running a marathon. I have even been documenting my journey. I might make it into a video one day or it might just be my way of getting through the training process. I still have a long ways to go, but thank you for sharing your experience. It's a real motivator.

@ChrisSwanzy 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! There is no better message to receive than this! I’m humbled for you to say this. Enjoy the ride. You will remember the training the most. There will be great days and not so great days. Stay consistent and you will soar. Keep on touch. I’ll be interested to hear some updates!!! Take care.

@fiener42484 4 жыл бұрын

Great job man, finished my first one in December. The first few minutes of what you said really caps everything I felt!

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Wow good for you. Isn’t it such a great feeling and accomplishment!? It’s really such a monumental achievement and one treat takes an enormous amount of discipline. Great job! Stay in touch.

@UrAverageDad 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing journey man, glad you documented it for yourself and for all of us to see. Amazing job on the video, look forward to to watching you get ready for the next one. Joining your journey.

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

UrAverageDad thank you! Going to look you up buddy. Great support!

@boglarkamonori4248 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Chris! Just wanna say that I’m running my first marathon in November and I keep coming back to watch your video for motivation. Great job, thank you for sharing!

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

Very kind of you to share. Good for you! I can’t wait to hear about your marathon experience. This is fantastic. Keep me posted!!!!

@farmsaelee5394 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats. I’m so inspired. 🙌🏼

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Believe me. It pushes me to keep going when I get comments like this. Thank you for taking the time to comment!

@scottlister2721 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your story. Very inspirational.....I’m training for my first marathon (Paris) and your video has helped me a lot. Again, thank you!

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

scott lister thank you Scott! That’s fantastic. I wish you all the best! You can do it! It’s an amazing experience for sure.

@mjl5397 4 жыл бұрын

Loved the ending segment (soundtrack was a great compliment). I’ve just signed up for my first Marathon - Chicago 2020 & these videos are my training companions! Keep up the great work.

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! That’s awesome. You won’t regret it. I’d live to get into Chicago next year. I think that is next on my bucket list. I wish you the best on your training and stay in touch.

@mjl5397 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Chris! Just checking back in...I DID IT! Completed the 2020 Chicago marathon (albeit virtually) exactly a week ago...and then completed a half marathon 3 days later. Currently signed up for Chicago 2021. Thanks again for the inspiration! Keep going sir!

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

Shut the front door! Dude. So awesome. Man what an accomplishment huh! Great job and thank you for updating. Incredible

@bjporter76 4 жыл бұрын

Top Job mate, I'm 43 too and will be running my first marathon in Berlin at the end of the month, can't wait to experience the elation of getting the job done.

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

bjporter76 awesome! I have a friend that will be running that as well. I wish you the best and let me know how it goes. I’d love to hear!

@jamiedalrymple3689 4 жыл бұрын

Well done Chris. Really inspiring. You are a runner 🏃👍❤️

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jamie!

@Mic_Hael_XD 4 жыл бұрын

Right on! Thanks for sharing your story. At 42, I'm training for my first Marathon. Your video has motivated me to stay the course, Cheers!

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Oh man. I’m excited for you. I love to hear it motivated you! This will be something you always remember and will be so proud when you cross that finish line. Where is your race? Please stay in touch. I would like to hear about your progress. Take care.

@nabilaomar8937 5 жыл бұрын

Good job Chris, to keep you accountable, I subscribe. I really like your attitude and determination, I am sure you will improve. I hope you maintain the same sprit for ever. I wish to see you running after seventy years old. Remember what you are doing is so great for your health, and this is what count after all.

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Accountability is what I need! I appreciate you leaving a comment! Very kind words and I love positivity. Stay in touch.

@kunalsharma2116 4 жыл бұрын

Keep running 🏃.. Keep inspiring...

@martinvermeer 5 жыл бұрын

Chris, this is a really nice video. I accomplished my first marathon (at 52) in April 2018 and while that was something that was not easy in the end I really enjoyed it. As you also stated in this video one of the toughest things about the marathon is the training part. I tried to follow the plan but sometimes I hated it. The thing that kept me going was the goal that was set, I entered the Rotterdam Marathon, I paid for it and told a lot of people. So there was more or less no way to back out. April 6, 2019, will be my second marathon but my final goal will be the NYC marathon, probably 2020. Good luck with the preparation for New York, if keep training like you did you will finish that one as well. Regards from the Netherlands, Martin

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Wow. Your story is amazing! Good for you. You are exactly right. Telling people was my main accountability for sure. Keep in touch. I’d love to hear how your race goes in April. Congrats to you for sticking with it. Take care.

@PoetWithPace 5 жыл бұрын

it is a great video Martin. How did you marathon go?

@gary6514 3 жыл бұрын

Superb effort my friend. To achieve the seemingly unachievable is a sweet feeling indeed. Very well done. Many regards from England.

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comment Gary!

@yellowsnout 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. I'm preparing for my 2nd. This video helps me think how awesome it is. Well done!

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Good for you! I’m not sure anything could surpass the feeling I got from finishing my first marathon! Thank you for taking the time to comment. Please stay in touch as I would love to hear about your 2nd Marathon training and race!

@williamlackey123 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations homie!

@allanajmanuel8236 5 жыл бұрын

Well done. Paid off trainings. Blessings to you Chris.

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Allan! You gave me a pep in my step for this weeks training. I needed it.

@kawfeewithkale357 4 жыл бұрын

Bro!!!!! This was sooo good! I finally got up early and went for a 6:15am run, this motivated me big time. I love how you had shots in different places to include different state and country, so cool. This gives me a lot of ideas of how to put a story together rather than just one monologue story. I love it!

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man. Good for you. If I could do it anyone can! After my first couple of months I was like what did I sign up for??? I’m glad you enjoyed it. This started out as just documenting for myself. Then people started telling me I was encouraging them and here we are. I’m so due a video. Been sooooo busy.

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Watch the series I did of my daughters first 1/2 marathon.

@RaphaelIgrisianu 5 жыл бұрын

truly inspirational

@meggeist6932 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this video. I'm training for my first marathon by the end of the year. You've encouraged me to keep going strong. #runallthemiles

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Meg. No other comment brings a smile to my face more than hearing someone is doing their first marathon. I’m convinced no other race after can compare. Enjoy the training because you will remember that and what it took you to get to the finish line more than the race itself. I’m glad you are encouraged! Take care and stay in touch. I’d love to hear your updates on training. Keep it up!

@thetraveller3545 4 жыл бұрын

Fair play to you !! Training hard 👍

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

The traveller thank you. I’m really focused lately. Trying to improve week by week!

@amandaperri9481 3 жыл бұрын

Loved finding this video. I am starting my marathon journey and this was great to see. Congrats on finishing and seeing your other videos, you are still at it strong. Very inspirational. I will be doing the LA Marathon in Nov 2021. Lets see if I can get across the finish line.

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

Hey there! First of all, congrats to you for taking that on and committing to it! You WILL finish it. Don’t stop till you do. You will NOT regret it. Enjoy the training as you will remember that the most. The race is just the celebration of the training. I love hearing these stories because it motivates me to keep plugging along. Keep me posted as I love to hear updates and the final story. Take care!

@quindubs 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing, touching and inspirational!

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Quincy!!

@at7288 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome job. You made me laugh a lot of times. Among my 6 marathons NYC is the best by far. Have fun!

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

I like to laugh too! Thanks for watching and commenting. I can’t wait!

@kellyramsdell2485 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Great inspiration for new runners.

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@cadenza83 5 жыл бұрын

Great story ! Congrats !

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate it. Thanks for stopping by and sending a comment.

@nickbrowne6350 3 жыл бұрын

Love this. Just started my London Marathon 18 week training block. Quality video.

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

Wow. I’m jealous! I’d love to run London. Congrats. Keep me posted. I’d love to hear your progress. Thanks for the message.

@stuartsimpson-smith6140 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic motivation! Doing my first (Edinburgh) marathon next May so just starting training. Thanks 🙏

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome Stuart. The marathon experience is not like any other but I promise you will have some of your best memories of the training. Embrace it and enjoy every mile you put in. You got this!

@SC-rn1uc 3 жыл бұрын

Unbelievable journey my man. Congratulations. My first marathon is next week I can't wait to get that distance in and join the 26.2 club!

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. It was a great accomplishment for me. I hope you do it. I promise you won’t regret it. Take care. Keep me posted on your progress.

@pavan20100611 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing journey mate... So inspiring. Subscribed and going through all your videos now 😀😃🙂

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

Wow. Thank you! I need to post more videos! Keep me posted on whatever you do in life to push yourself!

@garrickkanen2450 Жыл бұрын

3 years later, still an awesome video

@ChrisSwanzy Жыл бұрын

Thank you Garrick!

@lehuynh6104 Жыл бұрын

Yeah I am still watching it👍

@markj7209 5 жыл бұрын

Super job Chris. You will absolutely love NYC. I couldn’t hear my music in my earphones because of the roar of the crowd. I started running marathons when I was 51. My next will be 335. I can’t stop running them. Every single one has so many memorable moments. Keep running brother. Maybe we’ll see each other out there. Good luck at NYC!

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

What an amazing comment! I can’t wait for it! You have run 335 marathons???? Wow! What a story. That’d be great to run into you. Journey on!!!!

@markgibson8307 5 жыл бұрын

Well done mate. Good video.

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Mark Gibson thank you sir! I really appreciate it.

@jennifertran4339 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your journey.. I started training for my first marathon 3 weeks ago and will be running my first .. hopefully in Honolulu in December at 45 years old.

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Jennifer LeMarte fantastic! I love reading comments like this. I wish you the best. Keep in touch. I’d be interested in hearing your progress. Take care

@fraents 5 жыл бұрын

Well done! I ran my 1st marathon 2 weeks ago. Was a very nice experience!

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Congrats on finishing! It is a great experience for sure.

@seonamarion 5 жыл бұрын

So inspirational thank you!! I'm doing my first marathon at age 58 in 3 months at Uluru (central Australia) and don't think I'm ready ... it helps to watch videos like yours :)

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Social by Seona wow this is great to hear! You can definitely do this. Once you cross that finish line it is such an amazing accomplishment. Keep me posted I’d love to hear about it.

@vedantkaran1853 4 жыл бұрын

All the best you can definitely do it

@ShaileenandKurt 4 жыл бұрын

Good stuff man. Congrats on the ginormous feat! Excited to follow along on your journey. Good luck on the NYC marathon!

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate the support. It’s what keeps me going. I’ve been so busy lately I’ve had no chance to post any updated videos. I’ve got one coming soon. I just noticed you have over 800 videos. Now that is a huge feat. I’m going to check your channel out. I’m sure you have definitely experienced ups and downs on the upload schedule lol. Thanks for stopping by and the encouragement!

@ShaileenandKurt 4 жыл бұрын

@@ChrisSwanzy Haha... yeah, we dont really upload anymore as a family vlog channel. Your video today definitely gave me inspiration though to start documenting my running journey again though.

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

I would love to follow that. You should man. Putting it out there definitely keeps you accountable and that’s why I did what I did.

@americanrizvi26 3 жыл бұрын

I’m running my first marathon in Houston January 2022 and this video inspired me. Great job Chris!

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats to you! That is so great to hear! It motivates me so much when I read things like this and I appreciate you telling me. The last marathon I ran was in Houston. That’s pretty neat. Keep me posted. I’d love to hear about the journey and the race. Take care.

@shannonsmith2923 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome Chris - I am running a Trail marathon - 20 Km (12 miles) with elevation gain of 2100 feet. I've done it 3 times before but actually did some training for it this year. Two years ago I did it on my own - so that's the time to beat. I'm not normally a runner but with some commitment this year I have found I actually enjoy it and am dedicated to continuing running after the race. Cheers from Canada!

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Hello Shannon. Never tried trail running but I’m sure it’s quite a challenge...especially with that kind of elevation gain. Good for you!!! I appreciate you taking the time to comment and join the journey. Stay in touch. I’d love to hear about your training as you progress along.

@burgerking1327 4 жыл бұрын

I’m trying to do what u just did!! Thanks for the video!!!

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

That is so great! You bet. I post a new video every few weeks if you want to follow. Stay in Touch ID love to hear your progress. Thanks for the comment!

@samstewart1101 5 жыл бұрын

Wow l'm going to do my first marathon 5 months. Just finished my first week of training. I loved your story. I can see myself watching it again when I feel like quitting.

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Wow that’s great. Please keep me posted on your process. I’d love to hear about your journey!

@flaxygaming5239 5 жыл бұрын

Congrats on finishing the marathon man, hard to accomplish for many people, I'm your 65th subscriber😎

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Your awesome! Very cool. Going to have my son look up your channel. He’s a gamer. I’ll check you out too

@dexterbaxter4434 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! I used to weigh over 200lbs, hated running with a passion but somehow turned that around last year and lost a lot of weight. So now I have less than 10 weeks until my first half marathon and then about 14 weeks until my first full marathon. Great journey! Keep up the great videos!

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

These are the comments I love to read! It’s crazy how much it gets in your blood. Believe me, I felt the same way. Congrats to you and I wish you the best on your path towards your goals. Please stay in touch and keep me posted on how the races go. This is so great! Take care.

@lyndsaygill1192 4 жыл бұрын

Great Job. Will be at NYC and cheer you on... keep it up.

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Lindsay! I’ve never been there for the race but I hear the crowds and support is amazing.

@tinov1122 3 жыл бұрын

Great job buddy. You're an inspiration to many. Hoping to run Chicago marathon in 2021. Got to get over this covid n recover 1st.

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tino. Very kind to say. That would be awesome. That would be a bucket list item for me. I hope it happens for you. Have a great Christmas!

@heyyourlittleboo 3 жыл бұрын

What great motivation you are! I quit smoking and started running in April 2020. Was a complete couch potato before hand. Signed up for my first half marathon this August. 102 days to go :)

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

So kind for you to say. This is very exciting for you. What a great step forward to do this. Keep up the great work. Please keep me posted on your progress! Take care.

@swiftcolin 5 жыл бұрын

Good job Chris!!!

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

@trexinvert 5 жыл бұрын

Dude you are "hooked". After my 1st, might thought at the finish line? Never again!! Then I kept doing more. Keep on.

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

trexinvert there’s no better way to put it. You’re right. Thank you!

@scottweidenbacher8155 5 жыл бұрын

Great journey Chris. My wife and I are running our first marathon 12/15/16 on the Gulf Coast. Keep it up buddy and good luck in NY!

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Good for you! That’s pretty cool you are doing this with your wife. Thank you and stay in touch. I’d love to hear about your journey.

@Frank-jo4ck 4 жыл бұрын

Great video and inspiring. I’m currently training in Dallas for my first marathon in NYC on the 3rd. See you there 👍

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Oh man that’s great. Another local will be there haha. This will be a great experience!

@Jess6Gun 4 жыл бұрын

Very inspiring video. I recently started running at 66. Signed up for the OKC Marathon in October and the Route 66 Marathon in Tulsa in November. Will run a half marathon in both races. Planning on running a full marathon in the spring. Thanks for the words of inspiration.

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. This is so nice to hear this today. Good for you to start this now. I would love to hear updates on this journey from you. I’ve been away from the camera in the last few months but I’ll be putting some new ones up soon. Thank you for the comment and stay in touch! Take care.

@Cory.Lewallen 4 жыл бұрын

Congrats to many things! Completing the marathon and being dedicated through the training. I relate to the work/run challenges. Anyway. New subscriber!

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Cory. Thanks for taking the time to comment. I appreciate it. I checked your channel out and man it 100% reminds me of where I was a year and a half ago. Keep it up. Things get better. I started at zero and have now finished 2 marathons and will be running the Houston marathon in January. Warning...it gets addictive. I’m going to subscribe and follow your journey. Looking forward to seeing the progress. You got this!

@Cory.Lewallen 4 жыл бұрын

Chris Swanzy I’m addicted already. Lol thanks for the subscribe and maybe I’ll see you at a marathon down the road!

@gedegabriel3358 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the inspiration

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comment! You bet.

@facugasco9334 5 жыл бұрын

great job, salute you

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Facu Gasco thank you!

@dididesi 4 жыл бұрын

Respect all that training in the heat!

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Summer miles brought fall smiles. It was difficult but it helped condition me for sure.

@bkhuynh 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Chris, I ran that same 2018 BMW Dallas full marathon race too. That was my first FM as well. Loved your videos, you did well. Keeps it up buddy. :)

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Le Huynh that is so cool! That race changed my life. It holds a special place for me. Thank you so much!

@chemy2825 4 жыл бұрын

Congratulations!! You are a true inspiration 👏😍

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Wow thank you! Thanks for taking the time to share that. Take care!

@chemy2825 4 жыл бұрын

@@ChrisSwanzy you know I'm running too and I rn I'm training for a half-marathon but after that I want to run a full-marathon and videos like this just show that it's really possible ✊💪

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Oh sweet. Glad to hear you are doing that. Keep in touch on your training. Yes it is possible for sure!

@nathanbaker1727 4 жыл бұрын

This is super inspiring! I've been training for my first ever Half Marathon in Feb for the last 3-4 weeks, hoping to smash it at about a 7:40 min/mile pace since I'm running at about 8-8:30 for the majority of those miles currently! Although I've got a lad coaching me, I might take a leaf out of your book and do some vlogs with my training to give me some extra accountability!

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

That’s some good time right there. You should vlog it. I’d love to follow your journey. Thanks for taking the time to comment Nathan.

@VinnyPanettiere 5 жыл бұрын

Congrats!! I didn't get into the NYC full (again) but i'll be on the sidelines cheering you along. 4th Ave in Bay Ridge, a few blocks after you come off the Verrazzano!! Good luck and keep it up!!

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Vinny! You might have to pack a sack lunch by the time I get there. Ha. Yell at me if you see me. I’d love that.

@s3mpergumby Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed your video. I decided this week I wanted to document this year to my first marathon, the Marine Corps Marathon in October. Your video was well done

@ChrisSwanzy Жыл бұрын

Hello Barrett. This is fantastic. Good for you! I appreciate the kind words. If you put anything up on KZfaq. I’d love to follow along on your journey. I now own a triathlon store. Crazy how signing up for a marathon changed my life. Cheers buddy.

@erikbjurstrom4724 3 жыл бұрын

you freaking rock dude!

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

So kind! Thank you sir!

@jonash3251 4 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed this video so much, thank you! I got into running about 3 months ago and ran my first 10K race with a „yea hmm I’ll just try“ mindset last weekend and it was one of the best experiences of my life, at the finish line I felt better than I ever felt and from that day on I fell in love with running and set a goal to finish a marathon! I watched this video with a smile on my face and now I feel even more motivated.

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Jonas. When I made that video I had no idea that it would encourage as many people as it did. I am so happy when someone shares their story. I’m not a competitive runner. I am just like you and I learned it’s possible. Very proud of you and yes it is an amazing feeling! Keep it up and please stay in touch. Enjoy the journey!

@jonash3251 4 жыл бұрын

Chris Swanzy thank you so much, it means a lot to me! you‘re a great inspiration Chris, I‘ll try to keep you up-to-date with my progress here :D

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

You bet! Awesome. Look forward to hearing about it.

@jonash3251 4 жыл бұрын

Chris Swanzy update: got injured and had to take a month off, but I‘m back running and ran my first sub-60 Minute 10K

@chesswithmatt5153 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Chris. Amazing journey. It motivates me to train would like to finish marathon this year, today finished my second day training.

@ChrisSwanzy 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Matt!!! These are my favorite comments to read. Great for you! Enjoy the journey man. The training will have more of a lasting impact than the race itself. The race is just the celebration of your hard work. There will be more harder days than easy ones. Keep your mental strong. You got this. Keep me posted on the journey. Warning. It can be addictive 😊

@shawnosanchez2127 4 жыл бұрын

Good job man!

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Whyyoulook.atm3liketht 4 жыл бұрын

such an inspiration, i just finished my first marathon with 12 weeks of training, i challenged myself to prove the we are beyond what our thoughts

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. Great job! I know exactly what you are talking about.

@panatsip4949 3 жыл бұрын

Love it, youre amazing

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! What a nice comment. Thank you so much!!!

@andrewtse7273 Жыл бұрын

very motivating, good job

@ChrisSwanzy Жыл бұрын

Thank you Andrew!

@jiraiYT Жыл бұрын

I'm late to the party but you killed it bro! Great work and determination 👏 💪🏾 👍

@ChrisSwanzy Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Completing that was a great moment!

@Cookefan59 Жыл бұрын

Wow. That was not only an impressive performance but also some great music. Very inspiring. I’m looking to doing the same thing over the next few years in triathlon. Thank you so much for sharing!

@ChrisSwanzy Жыл бұрын

I appreciate it! I ended up getting into triathlons as well and ended up buying a triathlon store. Lol. We have everything you would need and we will ship for free. Good for you! I have several videos on triathlons as well. Take a look on my page and you will find them. I haven’t don’t any videos in a long time since I’ve been so busy but it’s on the agenda hopefully soon!

@ChrisSwanzy Жыл бұрын

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@michaelbreaux9164 5 жыл бұрын

Great Job. First marathon is a lot of work.

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Such a great experience!

@sarahimontoya 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations

@ChrisSwanzy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@sarahs9553 4 жыл бұрын

ur actually really funny and this was a great video! Thanks for sharing :)

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Haha. Thank you. I appreciate the comment and watch. Take care.

@elliottmakin3884 2 жыл бұрын

That was an inspiration !

@ChrisSwanzy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Elliott! One of the best decisions of my life.

@carlosst.judehero3936 5 жыл бұрын

I never thought about documenting 👍🏾 great idea, enjoyed yours and I know I would look back at mine for years to come. I too will be running my first marathon October this year (Chicago) Running for a cause St. Jude Hero

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. You should document your experience. I have so many great memories of all of the training. Please stay in touch. I’d love to hear about your race in October. I wish you the best during your training. Warm weather should be on the horizon soon up in that Windy City! Ha

@FrankChristopherOutdoors Жыл бұрын

Great video man. I ran my first half marathon last year and I’m training for the Pittsburgh full marathon this spring. Watched your video while training in my basement on the treadmill. Your video helped me. Thanks man

@ChrisSwanzy Жыл бұрын

These are my favorite comments! Go get it. It’s all a process. Good and bad days. Embrace it and keep going! You won’t regret it.

@FrankChristopherOutdoors Жыл бұрын

@@ChrisSwanzy will do Chris. Thanks

@50Something 4 жыл бұрын

Congrats! You increased your distances rapidly, impressive! I'm taking it much more slowly, trying to get the kinks out first before I get into the longer runs. Subscribed!

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Hey man. Thank you for the comment. Surprisingly they did. Now keep in mind it took a while to run all the way on long runs. But it helped teach me to keep cardio going for an extended period of time. Keep it up. Glad to hear you are out there running. Keep in touch. Would love to hear your progress!

@50Something 4 жыл бұрын

@@ChrisSwanzy I'm going to eventually document/discusses it on my channel. Will let you know!

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Yes please let me know. I’d love to watch.

@annabernardo3426 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Chris! such an inspiration! Well I'm also running NYC Marathon this Nov.3, 2019 my first Full Marathon! whoa! Best of luck to us!

@ChrisSwanzy 4 жыл бұрын

Oh wow! Awesome. Are you excited or what???!!!

@annabernardo3426 4 жыл бұрын

@@ChrisSwanzy excited and anxious but whatever I prepared myself for 6 mos. Of training I would luv to prove myself that I can do more

@reesurgent6400 3 жыл бұрын

My dude, you looked flawless at the end of the marathon. My face is beet red and I’m all sweaty doing just a 5K 😅 congrats! I hope to one day run a marathon!

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man. I looked a lot better in the last 2 marathons. It’s a process for sure! Thank you very much. You can do it. So kind. Take care.

@ernestoflores6851 5 жыл бұрын

Great Job! I'm debating running the BMW marathon as my first attempt also. Thanks for the motivation and keep up the videos coming!

@ChrisSwanzy 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Do it! I promise I was in your shoes last year. You can do it! You still have time. Thank you for the comment and stay in touch on your journey.

@ernestoflores6851 5 жыл бұрын

@@ChrisSwanzy You got it! Take care!

@heathcarver3582 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed your video. Always amazes me to watch as everyone crosses the finish line and the look of pure joy. Good luck with the rest of your journey!

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

It is such an incredible experience. Hope to get to run a real race the end of this year!

@heathcarver3582 3 жыл бұрын

@@ChrisSwanzy training for my first 70.3 Ironman and can wait to cross that finish line to experience.

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

Holy smokes. That’s what I’ve had in my mind for my next venture. When and where is this Ironman. Have you signed up? I’m envious.

@heathcarver3582 3 жыл бұрын

@@ChrisSwanzy it is the Augusta 70.3 in Sept. Registration opens up Feb 9th. Just started my training first of January. I am documenting my journey at Fatman Tri-ing on KZfaq. Get a chance check it out. Have really enjoyed your videos and your journey.

@ChrisSwanzy 3 жыл бұрын

August Georgia?