8 Tough Lessons That Changed My Running Life

[@gerrybesworth7762]

Ben, you must be a great teacher and your 'kids' are fortunate to have you give them life lessons through words and modelling. They are their younger selves right now! Thanks for another meaningful video.

[@ADiaz-sf5bl]

As a soon to be 46 year old off and on runner trying to be consistent....this hit me hard. Thanks Ben and Mary. And happy birthday man

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Thanks so much for the kind words 😊

[@bcockton]

The last one is so true. We get one shot. We not only owe it to ourselves but to everyone around us to stay as healthy as possible for as long as possible.

[@clagler1742]

Love the first point! I’ve instilled in my now adult children for years that there are energy givers and energy suckers and it’s best to stay away from the latter in order to live a good life ❤

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Yep. Stay away from the mood hoovers 😂

[@timothyheck4324]

Enjoyed your message. At nearly 64 years of age, there are a number of "dear younger me" moments, but I've learned it's never too late to get after it...just move and get it done. Thx, Ben!

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Nice work and thanks Tim 😊

[@T1MB05L1C3]

Consistency, variety, and strength training are how I'm able to keep improving. Granted, I'm still young (29) but good to have going forward anyways.

[@jonabananaaa]

your channel is so underrated! great video as always ben and mary ❤❤

[@jenglissmeyer7381]

YES!! You get one shot. So beautifully said, Ben!

[@LifeWithLee]

Thank you and good luck at the Chicago Marathon! 🙏

[@desmomotodesmomoto2033]

Hey, do you know how old he is? what is his name?

[@fujidust76]

Truly appreciate your sentiments and the hard work you both put in to your community.

[@emillsommer-kt4mb]

If you are not vegan you are an animal abuser.

[@neerajvijayran227]

Best motivation video seen at right time …

[@nberkel]

Always appreciate the great insights 👍🏼

[@42kyalgomas]

This video is priceless!!! Loved it

[@henkbarnard8070]

Thank you very much for your honest and especially helpful video. Your content motivates me more than any other content out there on my running journey. I appreciate that very much.

[@irawhitlock1084]

This was great! I pray Chicago goes well. 🙏❤️💪

[@floracook4803]

Very well said. 💯 Good luck in Chicago! 🧡 Can't wait, so excited for you guys!

[@markclegg6687]

Great sentiments. Love it.

[@TheBritishActingCoach]

Omg I use the radiators analogy all the time! NEver accompanied it with drains though... I will now! And credit you of course! Thanks for another great video! Pip ✌🏽

[@Michalokaj]

Thank you, Ben and Mary. We talked at the stadium yesterday (re. “The Bilingual Brain”). Your videos always make me feel a little better. This one is “so true”, please remind us from time to time, we slip back into old habits all too easily. D. P.s. (Stadium conversation) My country of birth is not the one I grew up in.

[@jeremygreen9756]

We share the same birthday Ben, so happy birthday! I also like the point that this is a one shot deal, the bit I would add to that is yes, you are older than you ever have been. But also, you are younger than you ever will be - so just go for "it"! After 7 years of running I did my firat marathon this year. I am glad I waited but also glad it is done and on to the next one!

[@zoltanbaloghhki]

Turning my attention to habit development has changed the way I relate to sport, my family and my colleagues. Your videos are incredibly inspiring and supportive. Keep it up :)

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Thanks so much 😊

[@ianwilliams276]

Surround yourself with people you love regardless of what they bring you. It's not about what you can get from others.

[@ThisMessyHappy]

I would argue that you’re making the same point. Because the people that you love will no doubt enrich your lives and you theirs. It’s not about what they bring you but how they inspire you or make you feel, and that’s why you love them 😊

[@rob.gr.1377]

Im 3 yers with you gays .. you are very good person Ben .. that message men .. ❤❤❤❤ … I’m 50 and I’m start my running after catch you …. Stay with as long as possible.. Rob..

[@MGeorges858]

Good stuff 🫡

[@ArcaneSpells]

This video ❤❤❤ happy birthday!

[@richardbrown1573]

Great vid Ben! Awesome content as always 🙌

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Thanks Rich 😊

[@Bwebber99]

3 weeks until Chicago can’t wait

[@MNP208]

Will be there… running twice as long as you! 😂

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Let’s go!! See you there 😊

[@pradeepl2165]

That last part was very powerful. Well said 👏

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Thank you 😊

[@sarahajeffery3845]

So true

[@tommymason4566]

Thanks Ben, well done!

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Thank you 😊

[@suzyaustin6066]

Beautiful message Ben 🥹

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Thank you 😊

[@wilmertsch]

Great points!

[@f.a.5212]

Thx for this video. If I may had a little thing, "dear younger me, don't f***g forget to put on some sunscreen", because it's very important

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Very true. And relevant for me in Thailand!!

[@stephendavidcampbell]

Just come to this video from your Chicago triumph! Thanks for this. Can I ask how old you are? I'll be 47 soon, planning to move up to marathons in my 50s, and using the rest of my forties to complete some 10k and 21k goals. I've just subscribed Ps I think your consistentcy point applies to what you've been achieving with your KZbin channel. I think you'll hit 100,000 very soon

[@stevedarunner5736]

Well said.

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Thank you 😊

[@alexanders4911]

Best video ❤

[@desmomotodesmomoto2033]

Hey, this is great. How old are you?

[@drone9082]

Dear older me, …

[@MNP208]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@JohnSmith-rx2uv]

💯

[@missingmimic]

I still love ketchup.😂 Ben, how much ketchup are you eating 😮😂

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Probably too much!! But I love it 😂

[@tomwarrenfitness]

Hi, just a quick question. If i am training consistently but my progress has levelled off do i need to change anything or be patient that the times will improve if i keep doing what i'm doing? Thanks

[@ATREU850]

Eating right is honestly the EASIEST part of the process we are in complete control of what we choose to consume and making smart choices is kinda common sense these days lol 😆

[@ThisMessyHappy]

You say that but if there is chocolate in my house, even with my level of willpower generally being much higher than most, I have no chance. It’s getting eaten. I still think food is the hardest part, for me anyway 😊

[@neerajvijayran227]

👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌

[@dmorales70]

👍💪🙏

[@chakalaka3960]

Don't deadlift in max cushion shoes please 😅

[@richardc316]

3:31 Give those beautiful babies a crisp 😍

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Ha ha they’d turn feral if I fed them like that.

[@brendendickson5750]

🦛🐤🐑🐑

[@trohd400]

you don't get it until you get older THERE IS NO TRICK PILL ITS JUST WORK YOUR BUT OFF....

[@nickgayle8032]

Control the controllables and nothing new on race day

[@66azabeth]

Don't do weights In a nimbus 😂

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Yes agreed! Wasn’t thinking!!

[@MNP208]

What if your “drains” happen to be your extended family. 🫤

[@ThisMessyHappy]

Spend as little time with them as possible 😂