What Is Running? A Tribute to Run With The Wind

[@s1lverscorp1on56]

I ran cross country in high school, and as one might expect, this show really clicked with me. Especially in the more recent episodes, you can see the faces of our protagonists as they finish the race. They're gasping for breath, in severe pain as they're pushing themselves just a little bit further. That of course rang a bell with me. But more than the physical similarities was when the show told me "running is a way to free yourself from the burdens of daily life, even if only temporarily." I was neither a fast runner, nor very motivated to do well. I stuck with it because of my friends, and because multiple years of a sport appealed to colleges. It's not at all an exaggeration to say that a lot of the time, I hated the sport. But after watching your video, I deeply, deeply regret that I never put the work in for the team. Even at the time, I knew that I was slacking off, not doing everything I could be doing to get better. On one day in particular, something happened before practice with a friend of mine that pissed me off, and I channeled everything into the run that day. I was fuming, emotional, and just wanted to forget it all, and so I ran much faster than usual, and found myself up with the varsity guys. I stuck with them that day, just running the stress away, and afterwards, I felt great. Little moments like that happened occasionally, but I never managed to boost myself up consistently to the level I might have been possible of. My coach knew it too, and he told me that he believed I could become a great runner. Every time he said that, I felt ashamed that I wasn't doing everything I could to live up to his expectations, but inevitably fell back into my laziness. There was camaraderie waiting for me with everyone running together, but I never took it upon myself to embrace the hard work necessary to get there. Your video, and Run With the Wind, brought back all those regrets, and showed me what was waiting had I simply taken another step towards it. Thanks Aleczandxr, I'm really glad that you took notice of this show.

[@Aleczandxr]

Thank you so much for sharing this, it's incredibly relevant to both my video and the show. I'm really sorry about your regret, and I don't know enough about you or your situation to say that it isn't too late to give something similar a try and go again.. but I seriously hope you can find some way to overcome that regret. Thanks a lot for watching, and I'm super glad I took notice of the show as well!

[@theravenst8541]

I relate so much to what you've said because I was also that guy. I ran cross country cause it was something to do and because it didn't require the coordination that other sports did. You just need to keep going, something I was good at. But I didn't put in all the effort I could have either. I choose the easier route of minimum effort and settled for good enough. What I hadn't realized was that this defined my attitude towards everything I did and would lead to a great failure later on. But that failure was exactly what I needed. It encouraged me to reflect on that lazy attitude I had and start to change it. I like this anime a lot and it makes me want to run again, haha.

[@s1lverscorp1on56]

@@Aleczandxr No problem, I don't tend to dwell on the past much, this is just what came to mind watching the show and your video. I'm just doing my best not to repeat the same mistakes, and perhaps find that something that I can put my all into without holding back. And I forgot to say it in my original comment, but great video as always :)

[@s1lverscorp1on56]

@@theravenst8541 I totally feel you, I'm trying to do the same and break myself of those tendencies. Once I have some more time, I also want to start running again hehe

[@tanukimika]

Oh God, this reminds me of my younger self too, but I was never talented in sports. But I do sometimes regret leaving sport behind, honestly

[@axellecambournac6968]

Why are you running? WHY ARE YOU RUNNING?!

[@doctorkracko]

Lmao this gave the meme such a deep meaning.

[@virendersingh4990]

Keme do you love running? You hashere no stuki ka?

[@stephenb3104]

Because it makes me happy

[@abhinavsaxena8290]

just to feel alive

[@Shahwezz]

This comment is cracking me up for 3 years now

[@kk-yuu]

Atlast someone acknowledge this underrated gem. One of the best this season.

[@lesleyluna4524]

''Hey! (...) ...Do you like running?'' That's how the anime starts and how it goes to it's end. It gave me chills, I loved it

[@szekeliborcsa675]

Same! I was crying at the ending, but when I heard the last sentence, I lost it. I just went back, and repeat it again, and again.

[@wolfboi3962]

Do you like running.. bruhhhhhhhhh .. the whole show is a masterpiece ❤️

[@FM-dm8xj]

skisa

[@contemptman3646]

WHY ARENT MORE PEOPLE WATCHING THIS

[@TonySharkks]

I don't even typically like sports anime and I like it. So good!

[@mreath1114]

Im wondering the same. Last Season there werent that many good anime anyway so I didnt understand how this just didnt take over that Season.

[@scoremoore4280]

Watch cheer boys you'll like that too.

[@pj1016]

because they are stupid and pretend to be some elitist whose taste are excellent like hxh (when most of them won't even understand it).

[@arathybalachandran9864]

I guess it's not a mainstream anime on high school students and maybe high school students can't yet understand what is so special about this anime. The hostel life college students have , their relationships and goals are so realistic and relatable in this anime.

[@SoulMadnessYT]

This show is truly *grounded, breath-taking, and fast-paced* (I'll stop with the puns) I suppose I'm a full on weeb as this show was the catalyst that motivated me to start running again. Sometimes all we need is a push, a desire to run towards something personally meaningful, and the sense of genuine achievement that comes with it - no matter how small. Thanks for covering this series in a video, you perfectly articulated the reasons why this show is so emotionally resonant to myself and others. As you said, this show is tackling a concept that isn't entirely unique, but the execution of its message is what really sells it.

[@captainfordo778]

Soul I agree, I actually started to run recently as well after finishing this anime and am motivated to want to run marathons.

[@TheShoCookie]

I'd love to know if this is something all of you keep up to this day

[@captainfordo778]

@@TheShoCookie I do actually, I got a gym membership as well to run

[@TheShoCookie]

@@captainfordo778 I'm so happy for you! Working out gives you the greatest feeling of accomplishment

[@captainfordo778]

@@TheShoCookie thanks and yeah I'm also training for 5k runs

[@Raina_Vi]

I. HAVE. BEEN. TRYINGGG. TO GET PEOPLE TO WATCH THIS. Sadly I won't be able to simply forward this video to others cuz spoilers, but heck, you've read my mind. RwtW is hands down one of my favourites this season and for good reason. The fact that it's set in a university with NO HIGHSCHOOLERS is so so refreshing. It's about running, yeah, but it's not like that. If anything I think the moment when Prince needs to get his official record is exactly what sums up the show: to try new things, to be entranced by it, to push yourself into extreme discomfort, and with the encouragement of your friends, simply run "forward!".

[@mandisi5144]

Prince's character arc is so motivational

[@ShivamSharma-ip6hj]

I need friends who appreciate this

[@dukeofcai]

I hated running. Throughout my time in high school and through all of college, i don't think I was able to run more than a mile. Afterwards, in the midst of fruitless job searching, stress of expectations, and my own unhealthiness, I was pretty down. In terms of perspective, I looked at it this way. One of the only things i had complete utter control in changing was my body and health. I started running and working out. At some point, I discovered my form was absolute shit and I changed it up, and eventually was able to hit 3 miles pretty consistently. That was absolutely ecstatic for me, as someone who thought a mile was this unimaginable distance to run and was consistently overweight. Eventually I did find a temp-ish job and met some great people there and began running with some of them too. One of them encouraged me to run a race with them, so I signed up for an 8k. I trained up for it and ran it. My times in running were never really anything great, but the fact that I was able to run a fucking 8k when literally a year before I could barely do half a mile because of being so out of shape was amazing. By the time I started running and working out to the time I ran the race, I had lost about 30 pounds and my self confidence and image of myself was great. I felt like a new person. Everyone can take control of their life in some way shape or form. Running definitely helped pull me out of a bad spot and helped me grow as a person, truly life changing.

[@Kim-ng4ti]

That's great🙏🏼 and you're absolutely right🙌🏼

[@H-When]

King ? Is that you ?

[@jellybellymonster895]

This show is criminally underwatched and there's a severe lack of videos talking about this masterpiece. I'm glad you so eloquently put what we think about it and some more. The cast may be large but each of them get decent development. I don't identify with a single character but little bits of each one resonate with me. This show is already a 10/10 for me and I've already accepted that I'm probably gonna get teary eyed at each episode from here on out.

[@Aleczandxr]

Totally concur, I’m gonna savor each of the last seven episodes.

[@BlademanZX]

I think one of the things that Run With the Wind does different from many sports series, is that it doesn't exist in a bubble. Previously my favorite Sports anime was Haikyu (it's still near and dear to me) but it, and most sports anime, are somewhat in a bubble. We see this addressed a little from time to time, throughout series, for example in Haikyu it is touched on when the 3rd year students are told they should quit playing to focus on the things that come after high-school, but after that it's mostly forgotten, and the thing is, it's not that the characters are necessarily too invested in the sport. Most series just don't turn it around to the angle that Run With the Wind brings. Run With the Wind is expressly the opposite. It shows how being heavily invested in something that is mostly separate from everyday life can actually drastically improve it. For Kakeru, it was escape from his past and later just feeling the camaraderie of running with a group For Haiji, it was doing something that seemed unattainable, and overcoming his injuries and feelings of the world betraying him. For the Twins it was.. well, girls, and eventually the camaraderie For King, it helped him find perseverance and showed that employers can appreciate someone who can show so much dedication For Prince, it helped him be more confidant and healthy, and do something he didn't think himself capable of. For Nico, he could feel clean and free from the dirtiness of smoking For Yuki, it brought him discipline as well as (implied) brought him and his family closer together. For Musa, it brought him confidence and recognition For Shindo, it helped him find camaraderie as well as overcome a painful break-up and find something to believe in and fight for. Some of this is a little redundant but basically, what I am saying is that it takes this almost OBSESSION that the cast has, and shows how it doesn't have to mean that they abandon real life responsibilities or don't address their problems. I love this show and how deep and philosophical it gets.

[@ThePmod]

Ever since episode 3, I just knew this show would become one of my favorites. Not only is the cast endearing, but there's also just something empowering with how Haiji pushed the team to try running towards a seemingly unnattainable goal, even if it's out of lowkey blackmail lmao. A lot of people called it Haiji manipulating them and stuff, but for me sometimes it's those, er, "encouragements" that help me even consider the idea of attempting the impossible. I find your point at the start in which just changing the meaning of running from escapism to a chase really, really good. It more or less sums up the message of the show and its execution.

[@Aleczandxr]

Haiji's incredibly lucky that the team eventually gave in, haha. But at the same time, I'm convinced that he's an absolutely amazing leader, so maybe it's not luck after all..

[@virendersingh4990]

@@Aleczandxr well in last episode he does say how can a man be so lucky and blessed ...

[@LIAuNXeNON]

man i love that at least one anituber watches this show thank god

[@contemptman3646]

It's so underrated

[@theravenst8541]

I really love Shindo's line about choosing to run instead of being forced to (starts around 5:02) cause I feel that it applies to life in general. When I choose to do something that may not necessarily be fun but is beneficial to me instead of feeling like I have to do it, it becomes easier to do. A simple little change in the way I see it can have a big impact. Another great video Aleczandxr, keep up the great work.

[@Aleczandxr]

Thank you, and I definitely agree! It’s one of the most important lines in the entire show.

[@superdorplanet195]

Production I.G Studios just keep proving they are the reigning sports anime creators. I go out for a run once in a while(I do it daily in holidays), and I can tell you just how weird running is. It hurts, it itches you are out of breath and I usually heard 2 voices in my head. One that says I wanna die stop, the and the second louder one keeps answering saying "nah keep running". Even though common sense is telling you to stop you keep on running, because you believe there's a finishing line,somewhere. In the last episode Fujioka asked Haiji that, I do believe there's some sort of a finishing line we all chase, whether it is in running or not.

[@doraaaa0613]

oh man same i hear those voices too. one is literally like your legs are going to give out in five seconds stop and the other crazy one is like why do you still feel your legs? you don't feel like you're floating yet so keep going lol

[@Siddhartha92]

Last episode aired today and damn... As sad as it is that it's over I dont think ever felt so fulfilled after an end of anime... Balled my fucking eyes out... A show that transcends its fsce value, it's magic what they've done with the emotion it evokes... Just wow...

[@Verto_c]

I was considering quitting running after I got sick for 5 months in August last year but this show pretty much convinced me to continue on and now in February I’m better than I ever have been and I’m now about 50th in the nation for the mile among fellow freshmen. So thanks run with the wind

[@esra1029]

This series is truly one of the best sports anime I've watched so far, so thanks a lot for this great video!! Prince is the most relatable character that's for sure ^^" & I just love how Haiji is taking care of all the other guys after he kinda went through hell to gather enough team members

[@Aleczandxr]

No problem, thanks for watching!

[@forrias8357]

When you first posted this video, I had never heard of this anime. Because of my natural instinct to watch and analyze every video you post, I had to watch this anime. It took me a while, and I almost cried when I found out that it wasn't a complete anime yet, but every aspect of this anime spoke to me. I'm Prince. When I run at school, I run in the back of the pack, all alone. Everyone laps me, and sometimes, it feels like I'll never get better no matter how hard I try. Instead of running being an act of freedom, I always associated it with self-hatred and disappointment. Somehow, after watching Prince grow and evolve throughout the story along with the rest of the group, I've been inspired to try to change my perspective. Instead of giving up when I don't make the times I need to for the grade, I should run until I'm satisfied. I've never been satisfied with myself after running. The points you made in this video really solidified that need for me, and I can't thank you enough for finding these amazing shows. I can't wait to see what you do next!

[@Aleczandxr]

This is incredibly gratifying to read and was basically my ideal situation and intent with this video. I’m so glad to hear this, and thanks so much for letting me know!

[@scyi.3665]

I can't express how much I love this show, it doesn't get enough attention. Also great video !

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks!

[@debooak1195]

Note sure if anyone has mentioned this in the video BUT MAN YOUR ANALYSIS IS TRULY REFRESHING. You dont simply stop at the surface of the series like a lot of the more 'Popular' anime-youtubers do but truly go above and beyond. This was an absolute pleasure to watch. I do understand that quality does take time but do upload more often - your videos are an absolutely pleasure to watch!!!

[@Aleczandxr]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate the kind words and I'm super glad that you enjoy these! And I appreciate the huge interest but I really can't just flick a switch and upload more often. I'm doing the best I can, but these videos take so much time and KZbin doesn't pay me enough to make a living - as great as the support I've gotten is, my ad revenue + Patreon just isn't enough for that right now. So I have to pursue things outside of KZbin, and that just means that I can't work on videos all the time. Hopefully you understand. And I mean.. it's not like I hardly upload. I uploaded less than a week ago! Haha. Anyways, thanks again.

[@debooak1195]

@@Aleczandxr Yup I fully understand. Regardless I'll always be a huge fan. Keep up the awesome content!

[@lmaAsian]

This show is so god damn emotional. I'm not even an athlete but I find myself tearing up every episode.

[@Crouchez]

Run with the Wind is easily one of the finest seasonal anime I came across in recent years, so I’m glad to see you dedicating a video to it. The way you meshed some of the audio &clips together almost made it feel like promotional piece for the show (I mean that in a good way). So here’s hoping that your tribute will prompt more potential viewers into trying it out.

[@Aleczandxr]

That’s an incredibly kind compliment, thank you! I did try to integrate scenes from the show well so thanks for saying so.

[@upg5147]

Anituber doesn't even come close to explaining what you do. You truly have some of the most unique, fascinating and well thought out videos on KZbin in general! I hope you are proud and realize this. You help so many like me through your videos. The only thing I can say more than praise is Thank you!

[@Aleczandxr]

This is extremely kind of you to say, and it’s more than I deserve. Thank you so much for the continued support and I really hope that these videos help people like you say! :)

[@johnsoapmactavish9921]

I love this anime so much. My #1 of all time. This anime has inspired me through so many rough times in my life: not being able to land a job, depression, death in families, etc. I completed my first half marathon earlier this year, and now I signed up for 2 full marathons next year and I am excited for them. I'm currently re-watching this series for the 4th time and I never get tired of watching it. This anime literally saved me

[@JustinY.]

It's the Joestar family's secret technique

[@imreplyingtothiscomment2378]

Is this the work of an enemy stand

[@meleronnef8411]

Stop it.

[@Vmukherjee18]

How are you everywhere?

[@mpspenguin2]

@@jimmyichigo7410 Yes along with the subs he clearly bought, not those that came about as a result of being consistently entertaining in the comments of (mostly anime) videos

[@alphamoon8367]

I just about to comment that.

[@jademerald]

Everytime I'm done rewatching the show and crying, I come back to this video. It brings so much peace and fuels my aspirations

[@stephenb3104]

I am a runner these moments were part of my journey. And I think I needed to remember why I fell in love with it and haiji is who i relate to, and I have been injured badly as well (3 times) but they have something I never got as an athlete was that true brotherhood. But maybe that's exactly what I need now.

[@archiveofyass]

Just thinking about this anime makes me want to cry.

[@emanelnagar4858]

Thanks. I always have those feelings that i don't understand about the anime just after i finish it and you just voice them all exactly how i feel them

[@ajbolt7]

Just a note for anyone who hasn't watched the show, since this video was made while it was still airing: It stuck the landing. All the way through to the end, this is a god damn masterpiece of a series.

[@lolaremixe]

Talk about a motivational story where characters are extremely real and relatable, going through hell to achieve a meaningful goal. Totally got me back into working out till Corona Virus fiasco. I love this show, thanks for the tribute!

[@ShadowOOPER]

So dam happy this video is back up, honestly one of my fav videos on KZbin!!!!!!!!

[@Hitome143]

OH MY GOD THANKS FOR MAKING A REVIEW. This is one of my fave sports anime yet this is so underrated.

[@ajgdude]

You're super welcome!

[@Nirnvana]

“The wind is blowing strongly, and we defy it by running.”

[@audrechan9313]

I love how happy and peaceful Kakeru looks at the end of the anime, the time skip part made me cry even more, those lines are really powerful . Hey! Do you like running?

[@Rabiesdemon]

This show really is something special, I used to run cross country back in High school and I remember some of the best memories I've ever made happened there. I relate to Haiji a lot, like him I also got injured really bad and had to stop running, until I saw this show I didn't think id be able to run again, but Haiji inspired me to see if there was any possible way for me to run again. My doctor said that id probably never be as fast or able to go as long as I did in my younger years, but when Haiji said "If its about speed then why are you running? Take a train or a car if you wanna go fast" or even Kakeru saying "Just because you know you're gonna die one day, does that mean you'll give up on living?" Those moments reminded me a lot that there is more to this sport or any sport really than meets the eye. This has been a rant, probably didn't make that much sense, but that's ok, I've got some running to go do!

[@epicduck0574]

Just finished the show, one of my favorite anime in awhile, haven't teared up for an anime for a long time. Great video as always, good job :)

[@Aleczandxr]

Thank you.

[@epicduck0574]

@@Aleczandxr No problem. Dude I haven't been able to stop thinking about how good this show is since I finished it. I think I might have to start running again lmao.

[@megiata]

When I miss this show I always end up coming back to this video. Wish more people could experience such an amazing story.

[@pj1016]

Thank you, thank you so so much, this anime is criminally underrated. Subscribed to you immediately by just seeing run with the wind video, it's one of my favourite of all time.

[@gilligith6715]

Just finished it and I gotta say it was truly an amazing experience. Every character’s little struggles as a college student and using running as a way reset their mind for a bit before try tackling the issue again in another approach really struck me. It is now another favorite of mine that I didn’t expect would happen

[@doraaaa0613]

i wanna say, anytime that i feel like running away from something in life, the moment i put on my running shoes, i feel grounded and feel like instead of running away from it, i can run towards it and face it head on. i only started running properly in january this year (before it was just halfhearted jogging whenever i felt like i was putting on weight) and it's changed my lifestyle and my approach towards a lot of things, and im just a beginner but it's the most freeing feeling ive ever felt. i cant count the amount of times ive teared up towards the end of a run in euphoric glee because of the endorphin rush lol. and running taught me about having a good work ethic, and a lot about perseverance. anyway i just finished watching the show, i started it two weeks ago and between studying for finals that start tomorrow and all the assignment submissions i havent been able to run for a month now so watching them run made me feel so restless haha. the show resonated so deeply with me on a very personal level, it was such a great experience. love it a whole lot!

[@Omer-or8pg]

I love seeing this video in my feed + seeing your tweets about it. This series does not get enough attention in my opinion; it’s such a great series and it feels very genuine. I love it so much, I’m happy you are enjoying it as well.

[@Aleczandxr]

It’s so good! Likewise pal.

[@zachmac3824]

As a cross country runner, lemme tell you, this show is the only thing that's ever been able to evoke the best parts of running. It's amazing.

[@nekroz1858]

Run with the Wind honestly really surprised me since I was initially sceptical about how they would handle running as a sport, but man have they done a great job. I always thought about running at a very surface level but this show really gives a much larger and intimate meaning to what it means to run. I also love just how easy it is to connect to the characters and want to see them grow and improve. People like Prince who give their all and go out of their way to improve, not only so that he doesn't weigh down his team but because he WANTS to. Seeing characters like him grow is so endearing. Really love that about sports anime how they make you want to pick up the sport and get out there and do something great. Can't wait to see where the show goes from here!

[@terronova]

I'm glad that you like this show. I have been watching it and whilst I am not as enticed as you by it, I do really enjoy how it does the 'sports anime' well. It just oozes of camaraderie and motivation. I find my workouts on the days that I've been watching Run with the wind to be a lot more fun!

[@StickManVS]

Wow someone actually talking about the actual anime of the season for Fall 2018. Thank you, very cool.

[@HiLucas11]

Yo! Thanks for doing a video on this Aleczandxr! I've been loving this anime since it came out and not much people are talking about it! It's underrated and I like the characters and the story. I hope a lot more people start watching it after watching this.

[@Aleczandxr]

No problem, thanks for watching! This video won’t get many views but I hope it gets at least a handful of people to want to check it out, at least.

[@cowboybibimbap]

Thank you for making this video! This story is SO underrated, and it's come to mean so much to me. You've hit the nail on the head with the way you've analyzed broke down the core of the story. I love love love them all. I find each character to be so intriguing with the way they think, do things and don't do things. But I have to admit the most intriguing to me is Haiji. I can't wait to see more into his mind!

[@Aleczandxr]

It was a delight to make this, so no problem at all! I adore the show so I was always going to cover it regardless of how popular it was. Thanks for watching.

[@Phantom95179]

I LOVE this anime. I wasn't expecting it to resonate with me as much as it has. I'm really glad you decided to do a video on it! I enjoy hearing what you have to say.

[@Aleczandxr]

Glad you enjoyed! And more importantly, glad you like the show!

[@tanukimika]

Honestly, I started this anime because I'm a Haikyuu nerd, and the character models and animation looked similar to it, and the story looked interesting. Needless to say, I quickly changed my motivations for watching it. It's a really beautiful show for all the reasons you explained, and the characters are amazing, I ended up liking all of them after just a few episodes. I love their development, and it's becoming one of my favorite sports anime, honestly

[@tomeonplays]

run with the wind is a favourite, I'm a runner and love running so this hit home watching the anime

[@estebanvelasquez9477]

Great video man, its pretty nice that somewhere one can talk about this show!! For me this show is also about perspective but its kind of different from you from what has been aired. For me is like a counterpart for a rational life. Reason can make you better, it can make you crave things more, but only when a deep emotion has taken over you, its truly wholesome. Emotion is the core of everything, they can rationalize the reasons they think they run but at the end is not that. Its just doing a thing whith your whole self that makes you want to do it again, the hard part of it is to find what your reason can accept or the processs to make it acceptable.

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks dude!

[@halofreak419]

Amazing series. It climbed into my top five in a flash.

[@Kaeldra3]

I found this show very very late and when I say the final arc broke me. I’m so glad i got to experience it and found your video… I really want more people to talk to about this show

[@impossibleedits3244]

This video is beautiful, I hope we can get people to watch this anime

[@pkmntrainergg77]

Hands up Alexczander for another awesome content man! The introduction, it was a TRUTH SLAP, makes me 'run for my life' Thanks bro.

[@Aleczandxr]

Much obliged, thanks for watching this.

[@pkmntrainergg77]

@@Aleczandxr finally you noticed me man, kindly check out your Twitter DM (sent you a message ling time ago waiting for reply) I wanted to talk to you about your vid about Chrollo. Its an important matter, thanks for your time.

[@deadmanraging8864]

Literally just finished watching this today. Man it's a tear jerker, I love it!!!!!

[@RS6y6]

This made me cry, it's time for a rewatch

[@Ignis_morus]

Now This I Truly find a fine edit. Music, Script and visuals, they all aligned like an angel flying in clear sky.

[@doraaaa0613]

that scene where shindo requests to run one more time hits so deep seriously great video! 👍🏼

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks!

[@safirasnh]

Finished the whole episode in one sitting and i want to bawl myself under my blanket right now

[@Lucky_AMV]

When I was younger, my family put me in a running club and I thought it was a great way to spend time with my friends. As I went into highschool, I left it but did cross-country and it felt amazing and I did really well but there was people who did better than me so I trained and trained until I got 3rd in my second to last year. On my last year, I was winning and just enjoying it in the spurr of the moment but a boy named Charlie beat me so I resultingly came 2nd. I am now in my first year of college and know a few people but now I want to swim and run again because it's my love so mabye I'll try for the college team because otherwise I'll just go through life with regrets but I don't want to live like that. Ty for this amazing video

[@suhwegg]

I hope I'm not late, I just found this anime last night and I just finished it today. I love it but I'm kinda torn between wanting another season or not because the ending was soo goood. I love sports anime so much, very very inspiring like you ever watched an anime that it's so good you wanna do what the mc is doing? Yup this one right here is one of those animes hahahaha. One of the best sports anime out there. I'm really glad I was able to watch this anime and what's more satisfying is that I found this anime on my own without anyone recommending it to me!!

[@klopswarrior5107]

When you uploaded the video yesterday, I watched half of. Instead of watching it till the end, I decided to watch the anime first. Around 10 minutes ago I finished the latest episode. It's the same for me, it somehow spoke on a very deep level to me. I feel like I actually need to start running. Abound half a year ago, we had a race in our school. I wasn't too bad, but I wasn't the fastest either. After the race finished a friend of mine came to me and she said "You should run more often, you're good at it." Right now I feel like I should try it. It's not that I think I can become super good, like the characters in the anime did. But I feel like I may regret it, if I don't at least try.

[@Aleczandxr]

Try it! Nothing to lose, and maybe you’ll see the beauty in it like these boys do.

[@klopswarrior5107]

@@Aleczandxr yeah, you're right. I should try it an I will.

[@olivermark5512]

Having lunch right now and this is the first thing I see in KZbin. Perfection!

[@jafsuk3791]

honestly this deserves more views like this is probs one of your best videos, wish people would give run with the wind a shot man

[@Aleczandxr]

Glad you think so! And I definitely agree, it deserves much more attention.

[@kostasmouroutsos6103]

Amazing video, truly a work of love for Run With the Wind! In two consecutive seasons with an assortment of really good shows, this is the one that keeps me coming back consistently each week for more. A beautiful show packed with emotion and nuance for its themes. Thanks for seeing more people appreciate it for what it is and speak dearly for it too. Just subscribed!

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks for the kind words, glad you enjoyed the video!

[@SephTheSin]

Have been watching your channel for years but for some reason I can't explain this is the first time I have watched this video, which is doubly strange as Run with the Wind is one of my favourite sports anime ever, I funny enough came across this video while rewatching highlights of the show while writing the script for my own video on the subject but had to hold out on watching this vid till now so my video wouldn't be influenced by your own, a great video as always even if it is a year old

[@Aleczandxr]

Cheers!

[@nomeayano7757]

It was several years ago that I said whenever I got into something, I would always discover you had already written a video essay about it. I hadn't been on your channel in a couple years. I watched Run with the Wind a few weeks ago. I got inspired to come here. You scare me. With love.

[@BlackHand531]

KZbin really sucks. I can't believe that I didn't know you've made a video on this anime.

[@mmmmndn879]

Started watching kaze tsuyo bc I saw your tweets about it. You were right, it is gooooood. Thank you, Alexander!

[@Aleczandxr]

Glad to help!

[@user-hh4xs7ml7s]

YES! practically no one is talking about this show so it's nice to see a at least one video on it

[@kamaraalya7607]

I'm so glad you covered one of the most overlooked series of 2018!! It's an amazing sports anime. Nice work!

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks!

[@diorindacalibara4520]

You've got yourself a new subscriber. I love how well-thought and sincere you are in this video. Run with the Wind is personally one of the topmost inspiring and relatable animes I've seen. I feel pleasantly surprised to see someone taking the time to analyze the features of this anime. Thank you.

[@Aleczandxr]

Very glad you enjoyed!

[@nehemiah9190]

As a runner for a few years now, this show was like looking in the mirror and my mirror image speaking to me. All of the steuggles the guys go through in training and in daily life, especially college life, it felt like the show was made for me. I also really liked the navigation of the meaning of running, that running is not an endeavour for your fastest self, but a tool to find and dictate your best self. The emotions, the imagery, the music, all intertwine into such a cathartic experience, and I would not recommend this show to people who do not like running because it will definitely give you a running bug!

[@jafsuk3791]

Honestly even months later this is one of the best videos on this site on one of the best series

[@Aleczandxr]

Much appreciated.

[@Phantom6.6.6]

You are a brilliant man. Each video you do is an amazing story and analysis of something many take for granted and I am glad that I found your channel

[@Aleczandxr]

I'm really not brilliant, but I really appreciate this. Thanks, and I'm glad that you found me as well!

[@marius3347]

Running helped me wash out stress and anxiety. Depression was my biggest fear to knock my door. Did not want to do what I love like lifting weights etc. One day I could sleep and at 3 am I started running, since then I never stopped. Running game me a peace of mind. It helped me stabilize my mind. It helped me to have once a gain motivation to live. Still running early morning when everyone still sleeping.

[@giulianodeconti4233]

i'm not a big fan of sport's anime, but this was one of my favorite series of al time. I think it is one of the most heartwarming shows i was watched, showing the beauty of life and humanity with an incredible charm...

[@qlementin]

Started watching this because of your tweets, and I'm so happy I did. Excellent video! If the weather in Sweden wasn't so bad I would probably start running...maybe when spring gets here.

[@Aleczandxr]

Thank you! Delighted that I could help you alto start such a great show.

[@PieChiefcountergamer]

Yes!!! Ive been waiting for a review of this anime. Its so good and inspired me to run too!

[@fseventh]

Finally! A very underrated show but boy, I love it so much. And it's I believe also from a novel. Props to Production I.G for adapting this gem.

[@hanay723]

Before I watched your video, I didn't understand the meaning behind the anime. I never understood why it have gotten such a high score on so many websites. But now it makes me appreciate the show and the things that the author tried to bring out. Thanks a lot! A very good video!

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks! I'm very happy that it helped you to further appreciate the show.

[@andyresendez7850]

Just finished watching the last episodes of the anime and it’s absolutely great :’)

[@vlogpipiatbingi]

oh my! thanks for this. I didn't know this anime but I love running. Gonna watch this!!!!

[@IamYasha10]

I just stumbled upon this video while searching for more anime content. And because of this I gave Run with a wind a chance. I'm glad I did because I loved it so much. So i just want to say Thank you for recommending it. It's really amazing how we can find unexpected gems by simply giving it a chance.

[@oscarpadilla453]

Finally someone talks about this series! Great video bro! Keep it up!

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks very much!

[@cartersordack1279]

Omg I'm so glad you did a video on this show. I absolutely love it.

[@Aleczandxr]

It's so great.

[@DearMaria94]

I found your channel because of Haikyu and truly love all your videos. And now I found this. Your channel is truly a gem. I'm glad I subscribed.

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks so much for saying so! Glad you’re enjoying the content so much.

[@Donghae4myvalentine]

1. love that their art style is similar to Haikyuu 2. The fact that Haiji reminded me of Oikawa, and Kakeru reminded me of Kageyama. 3. Haiji’s past and pain broke me and i fell in love w him. 4. The bond haiji and kakeru has 🥹 5. Other sports anime MCs are mentioned in this anime and i was in aweeeeeddd ❤

[@EnvyTraxus]

I just finished this anime and was looking for reviews, but found your video instead which is even better. As a university student and runner myself, I felt I could truly connect to the characters in the show. For many of the characters, they just needed a reason to start running, and once they started they ended up enjoying it more and more as they invested more time into it. The moment I resonated with most was when Shindou wanted to keep on running after his girlfriend broke up - run until he was emotionally satisfied. To me, running is an escape from the burdens of real world; a way to relive myself of stress, anxiety, and any other problems I'm facing, even if only for an hour or two. The anime does a great job at attaching an emotional connection to running and elevating it above it just being a simple sport. The show was quite motivating as well. Seeing the characters struggle with their runs, make sacrifices so they continue to run, and the exhaustion along with their feelings of achievement motivated me to run myself. I often found myself watching the episode at like 1 in the morning, then going for a nice run right afterwards. I'm mostly a distance runner, but I found myself doing second runs some days (short 5ks usually), and I ended up setting a new PR in my 5k time from the sheer adrenaline and motivation the show injected into me. Your video did a great job articulating the reasons so many of us viewers. runners and non-runners alike, were captivated by this show. Immediately after finishing it I knew it was going to be one of my all-time favourites and an anime I'll be recommending to many. Looking forward to more videos from you! Off-topic, but I followed you on Twitter and I saw you're from Toronto too! Go Raps!

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks very much! I'm so glad that someone could find similar value in RWTW to me, and I totally agree with a lot of what you said here. I'm glad you enjoyed the video, and #WeTheNorth!

[@lya9803]

This is de facto , one of the best anime i have ever watched! The characters are relatable and their journeys are revealing and therapeutic , almost as if you yourself went through the metamorphosis and came out from the other side and became something different. It made me feel that this show has the ability to transform the viewers, just partaking the journey and absorbing the view. Isnt that what running is all about? " So, Hey! Do you like running? "

[@areeshaj2585]

This anime inspired me so much. Great video

[@Aleczandxr]

Thanks.

[@Savasvania]

Beautiful video. This show has so much heart and I love to see when it gets the appreciation it deserves.

[@Aleczandxr]

Thank you so much!

[@CharaTheChampion]

For me running is about the freedom of my body and spirit. The health improvement the feeling the rush and the literal freedom to go anywhere you want. It also removed my social anxiety and removed that mental barrier for me. It's also always a goal of mine to have exceptional endurance too so it improves my body and mind too. But ngl especially starting off with no stamina or speed when you taste that speed and the wind flowing through your body and catching up and overtaking just other people even if they're walking is so damn satisfying too it like activates some primal predatory feeling/ instinct too that is so liberating. When running that is that sense of being alone and mental peace and tranquillity which kind of links to letting my body take over and letting those primal instincts that makes me also feel free too because I become so focused on one thing and it shuts down my brain, which I love because I overthink the fudge out of everything and so running is one of the few moments i can actually switch it off and just see and feel my surrounding and its honestly one of the best feelings ever. And because of all this experience I can really resonate with this show and love it to bits even the team aspect of when i used to play for a sports team for my highschool, seeing all the guys work together and support one another just brings back alot of nostalgia and is a big reason I love sports animes in general but this one is really up there with haikyuu and hajime no ippo for me. 10/10 and I couldn't agree more with this video too!

[@davidsabillon5182]

Well.... Time to add another anime to my watch list. Thank you

[@easschung9442]

What's Kageyama doing on a track and field team??

[@esra1029]

Was just looking for this kind of comment ^-^"

[@fseventh]

Kakeyama

[@aranduyo4597]

And yuki sensei also made the music! Hahahahaa

[@electromechashinobi1484]

That's what my brain said when I first watched kakeru😂

[@virendersingh4990]

Well its coz this show is animated by same studio which animated haikyu

[@jafsuk3791]

So happy that people find this video still and find run with the wind

[@harryw3310]

As a runner myself, loved both the anime and this video, really enjoyable watch mate definitely subscribing

[@Aleczandxr]

I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@SmileyGirl22100]

Running is a motif to life. You put everything I was feeling and thinking into words. You know, I recently started running again after 8 months - that's part of the reason I started this series after stumbling on Prince's story on KZbin - to motivate myself again. I've always kind of liked running, even as a child. I could never could place my finger exactly why, however. Yeah, it was something you do "to burn calories, to lose weight, to be healthy." But I felt like there was a another reason as to why I liked it, I couldn't place my finger why. I mean, why run when I could just as easily use an elliptical? (I would burn more calories this way right?) This show made me realize why I liked running. I'm with Nico on this, when I run "I feel perfectly clean." And I also feel like when I'm running, I'm chasing something as opposed to away from it. And yet at the same time, I feel so free. Honestly, I don't think I can see running the same after watching this series. My appreciation and enjoyment just got that much more deeper. It's about pacing, endurance, determination, improvement, distance, focus, perspective, self-reflection, breathing, freedom, seeing, comradery, setting goals... and finding meaning

[@ripbellx]

Absolutely love this show. It just calms me so much