I Needed to Fail to Truly Learn How to Run The Marathon

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I Needed to Fail to Truly Learn How to Run The Marathon

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I was in the shape of my life, ready to attack the Olympic qualifying time and really go for a new marathon personal best at the Houston Marathon: my third marathon Marathon, and absolutely the hardest marathon yet? What went wrong? Would I change anything? What did it teach me about how to run a faster marathon? A LOT!
In this video I break down everything: the training block, my mileage compared to the last 2 marathon blocks, how working with a sports psychologist has changed me as an athlete, the goals for the race, AND a full recap of how the race went. Stick around to the end for an exciting merch annuncement!!
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@Nayz13 6 ай бұрын

I must say, I really appreciate how you embrace imperfect in your videos - no filters, normal house, no fuss. It’s refreshing, thankyou.

@brigidsmith980 6 ай бұрын

I’m so inspired by this!! To know that you had to choose over and over to push ahead without company or support and then you had to recover from splits that weren’t what you wanted them to be.. and the wind and lack of a crowd and not feeling good - wow that is SO MUCH perseverance, processing, recalibrating. WELL DONE for still running an amazing time and knowing even in the moment that you did a GREAT job. We can all learn so much about mental toughness, analyzing a challenge and refusing to call things that really are successes failures!!! You’re amazing, Phily!!!

@tabeaschell9797 6 ай бұрын

This!!!

@willgd6666 6 ай бұрын

I think this is a great display of why your "Love the grind" slogan is a good one. If the training is a pain you push through to get a race result, missing that result is heartbreaking. But if you enjoy the whole process, then missing a goal is just a reason to get out there agian and continue doing something you love.

@CScullyBrown 6 ай бұрын

I was in an online seminar that weekend and was glued to the live stream up on my screen. I watched the race happen in real time and was surprised how much I was cheering from my office the whole time. I was hearing Daniel belt out "come on Phily" in my head over and over. Can't say I've ever watched a live stream before because I never cared. This one I did. Congrats and thank you for sharing it all with us!

@PhilyBowden 6 ай бұрын

Awww love this!! ❤️

@robdunne6573 6 ай бұрын

All the uncontrollables that didn't go your way. When the stars align..... Amazing mindset.

@marybond6026 6 ай бұрын

It was so amazing of you to show us how you felt after the Copenhagen half-marathon…discouraged at first, but you eventually were able to reflect on what you did and feel more positive about it. This video just shows how you put in the work because your attitude is inspirational!

@PhilyBowden 6 ай бұрын

Almost forgot about that, yeah what a contrast in how I felt straight after the race after missing the goals! Thanks for this 🥰

@RobynAlexander 6 ай бұрын

“I’m not letting myself down… not today”

@jennierayner2152 6 ай бұрын

Phily! i legit saw someone in a cafe yesterday wearing a Love The Grind shirt...your team stretches around the world, even as far as wild wild Western Australia ☺ thankyou for sharing your journey, for your insight and your honesty (also the "C goal" seagull nyuk nyuk nyuk)

@maggieprobst1200 6 ай бұрын

I cry watching pretty much any marathon video. The part that really got me in this one was Kofuzi running and cheering beside you. The running community is so beautiful, and I know you really needed that at that point in the race.

@littleleafy Ай бұрын

Me too! 😭❤️

@ayellowpapercrown6750 6 ай бұрын

Love the race reflection videos!! I am also pursuing an OTQ (more like a PTQ, go para-athletes!) albeit for shorter distances, and I find your insights so interesting and valuable!! Thank you so much for sharing your journey!

@PhilyBowden 6 ай бұрын

This is so awesome! What distance?

@ayellowpapercrown6750 6 ай бұрын

@@PhilyBowden Anything from the 100m to 1500m! Though crossing fingers that my category gets 5000m and 10000m trials for the next games.

@MyfanwyCollins 6 ай бұрын

Here you go making me cry again! This was so unbelievably helpful. I've run two marathons and miraculously qualified for Boston which I'm running this year. I say miraculously because I got in my head both times and didn't run up to my ability but I finished (barely) intact both times. I don't have a coach this time to hype me up and so I'm definitely going to work on a detailed race plan and with my therapist because I want to have fun running Boston because it's a dream come true. 🦄🦄🦄

@emksteve 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing the highs and lows with us as always Phily! Totally agree that tough races are absolutely vital to learn lessons and implement them next time! I’ve run 15 marathons and only had 2-3 experiences that I felt completely satisfied with. Those felt good of course, but it was the others that taught me how to pace myself, fuel properly, deal with hot conditions… The list goes on. Self-talk ‘you need to reign in the pace’ hits different when you’ve felt that wall hit you!

@jamesmoss5404 6 ай бұрын

Congratulations Philly, a truly amazing effort and I really enjoy how you break down the marathon. I can tell you have put your heart and soul into this, and you have amazing support with Helen and Daniel he’s a good bloke who is really there for you. I have my second marathon in Manchester, and I’m scared because I know what it takes, but as you say, mental toughness can’t be taught, it’s Just in you, I will prepare the same Thanks for all the videos and your journey. I really wish you and Daniel all the best in your future

@ova_workd_down_unda_payd4192 6 ай бұрын

No way, lady you are bloody exceptional. That time is incredible!!!! I just signed up for my fist marathon today and im shitting myself. But ive just had my dad have a heart attack, an aunt get diagnosed with cancer and as i was looking at my poppy in hospital today who just got diagnosed with lung cancer i signed up and said im doing it for them.

@PhilyBowden 6 ай бұрын

Thank you 🥹 and SO excited for you, what a story, I’ve no doubt you’ll do them proud!

@mesnilman2327 6 ай бұрын

Incredibly proud of you, Phily. You don't learn by doing something right, you learn by doing it wrong. And you overcame everything a still walked (hobbled?) away with a PB! You are truly amazing. Now, go and smash this thing out of the park. You can do this. We all believe in you! And extra shout out to the wonderful @daniel! You are - to misquote the song - the wind beneath her wings. Love the grind!

@acatonasnowboard21 6 ай бұрын

First off, I'm still so impressed by your Houston race, pushing through pain is mentally so hard (impossible for most athletes) so again, congrats on that. Secondly, you're always so open and it's amazing to have access to your mindset and sports psych coaching. I really appreciate all the detail you're providing tysm ❤

@kellihumphries6493 6 ай бұрын

Well done Phily. Loved watching your race recap and hearing about your mentality throughout. I just finished my second half marathon in 2.29 so you literally ran at double my speed which is just incredible to think about! Good luck on your journey. Will be keeping an eye out for you in Paris!!

@sarahhokanson5391 6 ай бұрын

Whoohooo!! This is such a healthy, amazing example to all of us. You are killing it out there, Phily!

@antoniocasablancasvilanova2207 6 ай бұрын

Best marathon break down ever!! You are amazing, funny, interesting, informative and motivating! Thank you! You're "A" winner. Can't wait for my last 5 weeks of training for my BCN Marathon...thank you!

@bartb217 6 ай бұрын

Great video, informative and entertaining. I have no doubt you will get the Olympic standard one day. I am currently training for my first ever marathon and learned a lot from this video. The pacemaker part is probably key, mentally and fysically. My current trainer paced one of the Dutch female marathonrunners to the Olympic standard last fall and she literally said that she wouldn't have done that without him, she would have made several "mistakes" that would have cost her a minute or two at the end, by using too much energy at the wrong time and place and because of her doubts and worries. He is a very experienced endurance athlete, that is able to get every second out of athletes he paces, by adapting to the circumstances (wind, road, athlete mindset, you name it) so you have enough energy and can keep up the right effort until the finishline. When circumstances are neutral, he is able to run a full marathon at literally the same pace (plus and minus 1 second), he is a machine.

@JoannaNoelle-se3sq 6 ай бұрын

When I was younger, if I’d see something wasn’t going my way or I could tell the race won’t end up where I wanted it to (was a swimmer) I noticed myself just giving up alltogether. I hated that about my mindset so was working on that for a long time. And I remember the feeling of pride first time I stuck through and gave it my best even though it was tough and not exactly going to plan. Thinking you did that in a marathon of all diciplines - I completely understand the feelings you have about the race. That’s not ToXiC pOsiTivIty, that’s just a normal calm approach in my opinion (that we have forgotten about a bit because we want everything here and now lol)

@PhilyBowden 6 ай бұрын

It’s gotta be near impossible for a kid to get this, I too did the same! Our brains are built in a way to make us give in when it gets tough, so conquering that and taking charge is HUGE! Appreciate you sharing this!

@bekahsk2011 6 ай бұрын

so happy you got through it Philly!! I was following along on the app and when I realised it was going to be a 2:28/2:29 I was like I hope Phillys gets through and fights and you did and bloody well! I’m going to need your mental strength when I run a probably 4:30 in London this year!

@clrtomsett123456 6 ай бұрын

I was also following on the app and had a very similar thing. I was busy in the morning so only started tracking in that second half - I wanted to send her all the good wishes! So impressed she got through and ran that pb

@matiassaueromundset3575 6 ай бұрын

You are the hero we all need. Thank you for the insights, and especially for being so personal in your reflection videos. This video in particular really shows that you are really loving the grind; truly inspirational and incredibly motivating for us followers!

@catjex94 6 ай бұрын

Wow, that is what I call a WINNER's mentality! 💪 The self-belief, discipline, and determination despite difficulties.. truly truly inspirational because it is so 'easy' to just go "urgh, today is just not my day, I quit". Completing and grinding it out cultivates your growth mindset even more. I can only say *ABSOLUTELY PHENOMENAL* 👏🏼

@NewySunriser 6 ай бұрын

Best race recap, marathon breakdown I’ve watched. Fantastic details, thank you and well done on another marathon completed

@kimdecker8901 6 ай бұрын

Amazing, Phily. I mean, it's not like you weren't a "grown-up" before this achievement, but in a sense, Houston kinda "grew you up"--in terms of self-awareness, training strategy...maybe even self-love and acceptance? (I hope I'm not being presumptuous here. I mean all of this in the most admirable way, of course!) And THANK YOU for telling us about weeing yourself during the event! Now I know I'm not the only one who's been known to do that on occasion!

@ruggerdavey 5 ай бұрын

I’ve been working my way through all of your videos, but this is maybe the most inspiring. I love your attitude towards the race and not meeting your A and B goals.

@solangebutler7194 6 ай бұрын

Philly!! Thank you for making this video🌷 I honestly cried. I’m planning to run my first marathon in May and you are such an inspiration to me✨I am so proud of you and your process. Love the freaking grind!!!

@rickmcqueen5378 6 ай бұрын

Such a great outlook on this race! With your wok ethic i am sure you will crush the next one.Thanks for taking us along for the ride and for really GRINDING this one out!

@PhilyBowden 6 ай бұрын

Thank you, my wok ethic is going wonders for my stir fry’s 😜

@rickmcqueen5378 6 ай бұрын

Oh my! Well you have to fuel that WORK ethic somehow. Darn these fat fingers. 😉😉

@Pheelip 6 ай бұрын

Great tips on trusting your instincts not going with pacer since he was going to fast and when to pick up the pace. Way to go Phily!

@TheMrsBeagle 3 ай бұрын

I remembered seeing this when you first uploaded and not fully understanding disappointment and a pb occurring together.... But i just came off my 2nd marathon where i had to submit to my c goal before i even got half way, and despite my PR, i left disappointed. I sought this video out right after lol. I started the training block in the physical therapists office with a knee issue, and "graduating" the week of the race. Then, race weekend, I had a weird hormonal shift (yay, 40) cue nausea, vomiting, and night sweating all my water. Zero appetite. Party. I decided to fuel aggressively, and adjust goals as i went, and it was clear that 3:50 was out, soon followed by sub 4, and i settled with an 8 min PR, at 4:06. I never hit a glycogen wall despite the measly breakfast, so that was good, and the knee that i thought would cause a DNF in the beginning of the block wasn't even an issue. I know considering, it was a success, but I'm sad because training, long runs, yassos, everything was looking at sub4 at LEAST. eh well. Got races and long distance relays ahead to look forward to. Thanks for videos like this to use to bring us back up towards the light again when those post race blues hit.

@marcel78er 6 ай бұрын

😆this little story about your warm / cold legs 🙌 thank you for being open and sharing. This is Marathon racing💪🏼unfiltered

@averagerunner_ 6 ай бұрын

Loved this video Phily and so cool that you went deeper into your race psych and plan even for an amateur that's just so interesting and valuable to hear about!!!! Congratulations all around can't wait to see what you're up to next!!!!!!

@lauracox1026 6 ай бұрын

Phily, you’re such an inspiration on what being a wonderful athlete and woman in this world is all about. You showing your joy in the process and the outcome, despite the A/B/C goals, is something I know I want to be able to do for myself. Can’t wait to see what you’ve got next!

@annac9534 6 ай бұрын

Such an incredible and important video. It’s so strange that some days, some races just don’t click. I don’t understand why it happens, but you’ve showed us all what perseverance is!! ❤ we’re all proud of you, always.

@grahamhainesruns 6 ай бұрын

I gotta say Phily, your mental strength is incredibly impressive. Being able to process the race as it’s happening shows your growth in that area. Thank you for highlighting the importance of mental health in running, you’re a legend.

@GibStud 6 ай бұрын

“Why do we fall down?” “So we can pick ourselves up again and again!”

@PhilyBowden 6 ай бұрын

THIS!! 🔥

@joemalone1836 6 ай бұрын

What a great recap. Favourite bit has got to be Daniel screaming "you warrior" at the end. Best of luck for your next block and marathon wherever that may be. London?

@coachc2984 6 ай бұрын

Your perspective is inspiring Phily 👏🏼

@theoutnumberedmum 4 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness I have absolutely loved listening to this! Ive been currently training for a half marathon but my training is come to a halt because of 2 varicose veins in my leg getting really tight and painful. Its my first half marathon and im gutted because its in 2wks and I still can’t run more than 2km. Sadly I cant get treatment on the NHS so unless it resolves itself I may not be able to continue running. Im so upset. I am going out to try running later today as Ive not run in 5 days to see if my leg will allow and if not I may have to face reality that my running days are over but I’m staying positive and taking inspiration from your video. I love listening to it. Reminds me of the buzz of a race xxx

@latebloomerabroad 6 ай бұрын

How great to have Lisa there to ferry your crowd around to cheer you on! Let me know if you're running in L.A., Palm Springs, or San Francisco.😂(I'm sure there are lots of people who would help in California.) It's too bad that the pacer wasn't experienced enough to know how to pace the group, that makes all the difference. It's so much easier to run fast (or swim fast, which was my sport) in a group that's going your speed or just a bit faster. I'm proud of you running a 2:29 when you ran so much of it alone, that is SO impressive!👏

@christinaclementson 6 ай бұрын

Your mental toughness is next level! Thanks for sharing the highs and the lows Phily. Keep on doing what you’re doing 💪 Love the grind ❤

@SteveSalisbury 6 ай бұрын

Having got back into running a year and a half ago, I have watched countless videos about training, but never about the psychology. Was fascinating that you had a plan of what to tell yourself to think. Seems a no-brainer after seeing it, but never thought it would be something that was actually in a plan so to speak. Fascinating. Keep up the great work Phily with one L. Loving the work.

@bcrruns1085 6 ай бұрын

Love the positivity!!! We live in a world where some of us are privileged enough to run “for fun”. We should never take that for granted. Aaaaaaand you ran a PB. Way to go Phily!!!

@brentgrover255 6 ай бұрын

That seagull killed me. 🤣

@snuffbox2006 6 ай бұрын

Cool video and so well produced as usual. All this info is gold to me as my next marathon is coming. Phily is a great communicator and holds my attention with the content she chooses to share. She is the perfect combination of wacky, goofy, tough, smart, and sincere.

@shonajohnstone2368 6 ай бұрын

It is so good to see the reality of racing/running and all the nitty-gritty of mental stamina. I mostly ran on my own and that has its own challenges.

@greenecv 6 ай бұрын

What a spectacular race and what a great video this is! Your positivity is so inspiring, Phily. I always say that the greatest runners run with joy in their hearts and you are certainly a testament to that. On to the next!

@allyson-- 6 ай бұрын

I LOVE WHEN YOU TALK ABOUT SPORTS PYSCH!!! I am so here for the running emotions regardless of what the rest of the journey is

@allyson-- 6 ай бұрын

* psych

@moggy992 6 ай бұрын

I watch all of yours Phily and Daniels content, races training both physical training and mental. Ive been amazed at how you grown as marathon runner and become extremely strong, resilient and by far your personality is so kewl. My training last season as bounced off alot of your content and training. Continuous steady progress rather than ups and downs with race times. Well those i targeted as my pbs and important races. I won lots of awards at my local club, first full year of racing. Club recs etc. Im getting fitter all the time. This is because athletes like you have given me the strength to continue this process. will Phily keep supporting your cause spiritually because it links to mine. Keep Going Phily Ill keep watching for yours and Daniels content.❤ Well done you are smashing this marathon mountain im proud of you xx

@craigjok 6 ай бұрын

Enjoyed your video and you are an amazing runner. Houston was my first marathon many many years ago and I still remember running up that bridge. After 21 marathons, Houston is still my fastest effort. Perhaps it was because I was “young” at that time and this was the flattest course I’ve ever raced on. My goal at the time was to qualified for Boston. Over the years, I’ve raced Boston twice. The racing journey to get to Boston is the amazing thing on the quest. Good luck on your quest. Cheers.

@ryanblackburn 6 ай бұрын

The seagull got me.

@hahaheslop 5 ай бұрын

I ran New York Marathon 12 days after having Covid, I don't know how I got through it, one of my slowest marathons, but the one I'm most proud of, choked up when I saw the finish line. If I can do it with covid fatigue, I can do it with anything! Doing Paris Marathon on 7th April, bring it on!!!! 💪

@ellachadney3579 6 ай бұрын

You did so amazing. And so glad you finished it! An inspiration. Also thanks for telling us to weed yourself cos I was really wondering how you get around needing the toilet 🤣

@gravypuk 6 ай бұрын

You make us so proud. You work so hard and I truly believe it's just a matter of time. Scrappers and grafters always win in the end. As I continue to train for London, every scrap of wisdom you impart is valuable. You are so generous with your insight and experience. Go Phily go!

@lisajepson1228 6 ай бұрын

@danielmoves …. I actually laughed out loud when you put in the photo of a seagull for “c goal” hahahaha, love it!

@TheAVM2011 6 ай бұрын

Loved this Phily! Running my second half-marathon in 5 weeks and I'll definitely be making those mindset blocks as my goal is to not lose my mind like on my first one. On my last one, I was feeling great at 7K, 14K things started feeling rough since I could catch my stride and at 18K I fully lost my mind and beat myself. The goal for this one is to stay tough and motivated all the way through and this will for sure help! Stay awesome and love the grind!

@eveparty394 6 ай бұрын

Amazing woman, race and video, loved it. Thanks for all the detail, much appreciated. What a bright star! 🌟

@marcuswestgate3648 6 ай бұрын

My fave Phily video yet, amazing all round, and thanks so much for just the truth behind all of it. How much guts and determination Phily, love this one. 🎉🙌🏻😀

@sheskis613 6 ай бұрын

Way to push through! So amazing to see your prep for all this, I am rooting for you so hard in this next phase! I know 6 ladies and a couple of guys who all missed hitting the OQT for Canada in Houston said it was a rough one and agreed with you on the ridiculous wind.

@morwennacharman1408 6 ай бұрын

Phily you’ve inspired me so much with this race recap!! Well done on a fantastic PB it’s an incredible time 🎉 Got some great insight on how to tackle the struggle mid marathon, which I’m sure I’ll need as I’m attempting my first marathon this year 🤪 I’m also impressed that you can wee and run simultaneously 😂

@andrealyons4718 6 ай бұрын

This was an awesome video! If you are looking for a flat race that has a large supportive crowd, the Fargo Marathon is great for that (I have not run the marathon as I prefer to stay a middle-distance runner with no desire to run a marathon, but I have run the 5K and 10K numerous times and the crowd support is awesome!). Also, Bloomsday in Spokane is a great run with great crowd support. It is not a marathon but a solid 12K with lots of "training hills". Great work, Philly!

@TheBobbbit 6 ай бұрын

Amazing 🎉! What an incredible effort. Well done on your race , onwards and upwards. You've definitely inspired me for my upcoming marathon ❤. I'm nowhere near elite, but this one's an important qualifier for me to run the Two Oceans Ultra (56km) in Cape Town 🇿🇦

@charlottedk 6 ай бұрын

Fantastic work Phily and Daniel! Love to see the beautiful running, beautiful editing, and (of course) beautiful Excel sheet. In all seriousness this was entertaining and so interesting. I'm def gonna draw some inspiration for that mental cue sheet for my next longer race.

@johnshandle777 6 ай бұрын

Love the over sharing ❤❤ Glad your able to take the positives and take these into your next training block.

@PhilyBowden 6 ай бұрын

Haha glad you appreciate it!

@siobhanbrewer56 6 ай бұрын

Love this video - love the positivity . Attitude spot on 👍 I am returning to racing in the next 2 weeks ( trail - only a 10k) but I am gonna pinch some of these preparations/ mindset tips

@MZ-bm5fp 6 ай бұрын

I'd like to hear a Seagull sound, when you talk about your C goal :)

@KidsDimensionGames 6 ай бұрын

This video is so good. Your honesty really helps me relate my running to that of an elite athlete as the emotion of running is the same. You remain one of my main inspirations. Keep going there is so much more to come! I am so confident that you will break through that 2:26 barrier soon.

@rubarb1275 6 ай бұрын

Your reaction too this is fantastic! To train for something and not to hit those goals, but then rather than dwell on what could have been to using it as a tool to improve is inspiring. Good luck to when you do achieve those goals! 👍

@stuartthurstan 6 ай бұрын

I can totally empathise with your feelings at the end of the race. I am a very enthusiastic (and slow) amateur doing mostly middle distance trail running. There's plenty of time in 50km and 3000m of elevation gain to go through the whole gamut of emotions and mental discussions with yourself about the day's performance. It's usually crystal clear to me how my race has gone by the time I get to the last 10km so I just push as hard as I can for the last few kilometres and enjoy the moment and the massive buzz that always comes from finishing a race and giving it my all, even if on that particular day I wasn't at 100%.

@balazsgalambos4458 6 ай бұрын

Some achievement, congratulations. One of the toughest women on the planet for sure. Can't wait the merch drop🙏👊

@seanwarburton2664 6 ай бұрын

Wow what a great video Phily ! You really captured the marathon and feeling of the race, well done on another great marathon. This experience is probably more the norm than your previous, the marathon is a beast and rarely do the stars align, but you can still fight for a good result and you did just that . High kudos indeed!

@user-bx3iw4ir3z 6 ай бұрын

Building the Phily army! Congrats on 50k

@PhilyBowden 6 ай бұрын

Thank you!! ❤️

@bbjunkie 6 ай бұрын

24:11 That hazy feeling, oh yes.. been there! Been to races in some beautiful local locations here and can barely remember them afterwards. Have decided the next few i'm going to take a bit easier and enjoy the surroundings. Phily, as an Elite on the other hand you don't have that option 😂 Well done, you may not have gotten your "A" goal but as you say you've learned a lot. You have the benefit of having that experience to take with you to the Olympics when you do qualify.

@HollyDunnDesign 6 ай бұрын

What a wonderful mindset. Thank you for sharing your experience with this race. I can’t wait to see what you do next ❤

@abovenought 6 ай бұрын

Great recap. Tough day running so much of the race on your own. For company, go and run Valencia, it has an exceptionally deep field. Well done 👊🏻

@Emmajaybird 6 ай бұрын

You are incredible and it’s so nice to see how much better your mindset is about running and racing 🎉

@OmarDMarin 6 ай бұрын

Without that wind, I bet you hit your Olympic goal! The wind was brutal here in Clearwater and it crushed a lot of us! Love the video! So inspirational! Knowing how hard you had to fight makes it even better in a lot of ways! That's toughness just like your coach said. That will translate when you get to your other races! GO PHILLY!!!

@benjaminhunt4901 6 ай бұрын

A captivating video Philly! Awesome job out there and onto the next PB!

@esgee3829 6 ай бұрын

15:50 i wonder what the "texas party songs" were...also an interesting observation that not being a pedestrianized city leads to low spectator counts. Houston certainly is not pedestrian friendly. Nor transit friendly. I always wondered how many spectators travel around a marathon course like Lisa and crew vs how many just go out to a single point, whether close to where they live or not.

@thatonegirl8975 6 ай бұрын

I know it's too early to ask, but please tell us when you know where your next marathon will be and when! I'm way too invested in seeing you get to the Olympic standard lol

@lisajepson1228 6 ай бұрын

That spreadsheet 🥰🥰🥰a work of art! Love it!!

@PhilyBowden 6 ай бұрын

Haha thank you I’m v proud

@jalozr 6 ай бұрын

Congrats! Tried to magically run into you to say thanks for all the knowledge shared! Next time 😅 That 7.6mile turn is when I realize those hunger pains of the previous days were coming back with avenges. Cramps till the end, but we finished which is l what matters

@Run_Nat_Run 6 ай бұрын

I was so excited to you were running Houston!! I ran it as well and fell short of my goals by 3 minutes (break 3hrs) 3:03. I came right off Indy 3:00:10 seconds hoping for 2:55. My take aways were this: the concrete for me really affected my quads and the wind was right at the rollers at the end. I’m glad I didn’t sub 3 there because I wanted that moment to be amazing and I didn’t like the finish when they herded everyone into a funnel and then we had walk to the convention center. It was just a strange and very anticlimactic finish. I think I would prefer to sub 3 at another race with a nice and open finish to celebrate that amazing feeling that occurs right when you finish and hopefully the same for you speedy!! ❤

@cartwrpf01 6 ай бұрын

phily this made me smile so much 💖 you’re a bloody legend

@stephenrobinson4449 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing. Well done for keeping going and taking all the positives from it! Onwards and upwards!

@timverkoyen8742 6 ай бұрын

In your previous video I already thought I saw the “lonely “ running and very poor atmosphere on the sideline. Awesome recap as always! ❤️

@coreyjoyner1372 6 ай бұрын

Appreciate your breakdown of the training. Kick ass run in Houston. Congrats Phily 🥇🎉

@jonfoxpowers4622 6 ай бұрын

It's really cool to hear the psychological breakdown of the race. Thanks so much for sharing this. You're an inspiration!

@germainesf 6 ай бұрын

I wish I had seen this video two years ago when I did my one and done Marathon (long story short, I discovered that day that the marathon is not my distance.🤷‍♀️) I distinctly have a memory of hitting mile 19 and telling myself that I “could just go and sit down“. But then I got to mile marker 20 and told myself I only have 10k left -that finishing at any pace was better than stopping. Oh yeah…that included not stopping for the porta potties…😎🙃 Thank you for so many fantastic and inspiring videos. I’m coming off a rubbish year of injuries and angst so I’m looking forward to rebuilding and seeing where my running happy spot is. 😁

@nathanleppard5997 6 ай бұрын

Absolutely love the content you produce with the charisma that will make any run a fun one.

@toddapplegate3988 6 ай бұрын

Those process goals are vital. Achievement of those will deliver better results long term

@acarpio3 6 ай бұрын

You are an inspiration. Congratuations! Hope y'all come back to run Houston again.

@jochippyy 6 ай бұрын

Thanks phily! So helpfull and interesting to see inside your race experience. It will really help me when i attempt my first half marathon in a couple of weeks, cheers geezer!

@thatrunningirl 6 ай бұрын

30 marathons run here. first marathon was 4.15, PB is 3.17. but the last marathon i ran in 4.36! it's a weirdly non-linear game. and burnt out plays a huuuuuge part of it. i'm obvs not elite but relate to so much of this. keep the faith, you'll get there! 😍

@robertfarris7375 6 ай бұрын

Great job Phily. You hit on my mantra. I say to myself "Are you going to let this , hill, mile, wind, whatever beat you"??!!

@conniewilliamson973 6 ай бұрын

I LOVE the sweater you have on for the last third of the video! Does anyone know where it's from?

@PhilyBowden 6 ай бұрын

Weekday!

@sarahajeffery3845 6 ай бұрын

How inspirational 😊 can’t wait to keep watching your training and race avent s and marathon in the future 🙏🏃‍♀️

@LetsPlayerGames1 6 ай бұрын

Very interesting video, i feel like the psychological part of Marathon is not talked about enough and it was an nice insight. I am a bit of a nerd for training and i think it could be great to have your feeling around the sessions during your prep, your favorite ones, the ones you think which were the ones you gained from the most… Keep up the great work and onto the next one