Why My Third Olympic Trials Feels Like My First

In this video I explain why this Olympic Trials means so much to me, even though I've already competed in two. I recap the last 3 years of my life and share about how my mentality has shifted through recovery, injuries, and coaching changes. I love track, I love this process, and I love you all. Thank you for being here. #OlympicTrials #AllieOstrander
00:00-00:43 chasing my Olympic Dream
00:43-01:24 documenting the process
01:24-02:33 my third Olympic Trials
02:33-03:20 my second chance
03:20-04:12 not afraid to fail
04:12-05:47 it's time to believe
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[@reznorweist6267]

I just want to say that you've managed to create a more compelling and inspiring narrative with your life than anything marvels put out for the last 5 years at least

[@allie_ostrander]

one of my favorite comments of all time.

[@user-mj8ml2vs5d]

Yesssss

[@Nubako463]

@@allie_ostranderFor the wages of sin is death but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord Romans 6:23.Read Exodus 20

[@gloven2run689]

dude this comment was so good

[@jeffkoll4002]

Truth!!!

[@annestrock4917]

"Learning that my ED was never the reason for my success" is the cornerstone to your rebirth! Your fierceness and tenacity is what helps you conquer ED and leads you on to greater heights!

[@allie_ostrander]

Yes, one of the things that helped me take on the ED was thinking "what if I just channel my drive for running and racing into recovery?"

[@oskifan1]

@@allie_ostrander You are very inspirational. It takes incredible mental fortitude to recognize a flaw and overcome it. Your mental strength is just as important as the hours of training your body. Sending all the best vibes to achieve your Olympic dream.

[@reznorweist6267]

She's not coming back, she's HERE

[@shannonp3400]

THIS!

[@allie_ostrander]

🙋‍♀🙋‍♀🙋‍♀

[@mxm5783]

"I'm not back. I'm a completely different person." Bravo, Allie!

[@allie_ostrander]

And that's largely thank you to all the people that have supported me :)

[@Wings_nut]

You did all the right things. You planned. All that's left is to execute the plan. You have 63K fans cheering you on.

[@allie_ostrander]

I feel that support!

[@sammcmaster2328]

As a Brit 🇬🇧, I've never wanted to see someone succeed more from another country. You've got this, Allie.

[@jos8192]

This Brit, too.

[@user-bi2dp3pj7q]

I hope so as well

[@guywarner8391]

Yeah this Brit as well

[@allie_ostrander]

Yesss happy to have your support! If you also want a British steeplechaser to cheer for, I trained with Lizzie Bird a few times in Boulder and she's amazing :)

[@hurri-db]

Another brit here rooting for you!

[@thomasphilyaw8593]

No matter what happens and how you finish. You're a winner 1000 times over for confronting your demons and fighting them head on, all the while teaching ALL of us a little bit about life. Love from Virginia ❤❤❤

[@allie_ostrander]

yes, that's what I'm repeating in my head again and again. Nothing to lose because I've already won!

[@steveilg6134]

One of my coaching tenets is, “The way to win, is to make it okay to lose.” Go get it, Allie! 💪🏾🙏🏾

[@allie_ostrander]

YES! It's a total mindset shift, but it's been helpful for me!

[@steveilg6134]

@@allie_ostrander ♥💪🏾🙏🏾

[@tak-el-uc]

I had never even considered the thought of looking at ED recovery as the end of a competitive running career. It makes your decision to enter treatment and stick with it even more inspiring. I am so glad that you are setting PRs in training and in competition as the new stronger and better than ever Allie. And on a different note the editing is Olympic level. Give this woman the editing gold!

[@AMostlyFunctionalJess]

SO much power. It's been beautiful watching your mindset shift and whatever happens, there's so much ahead of you.

[@allie_ostrander]

This is just the beginning :)

[@susanfisher773]

We Believe In You! So Proud of you!⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@DonHoward520]

Pulling for you, Allie! I have coached high school girls XC and track for the past 20+ years. The girls I'm coaching now all hold you up as an example of how to do this distance running thing right. Thanks for sharing your story. Now let's go get those Olympic trials!

[@Philippadrinkstea]

It's been so inspiring to watch you fight like hell to overcome your ED and for it to pay off so spectacularly. Whatever happens at trials, please know that you've made such a difference to those of us who are recovered and to those still recovering, and because of that you've already won. Cheering you on all the way, you got this 💪

[@chibisakura5371]

Been here since the beginning and will be cheering like crazy for you at the trials. Celebrate the fitness and SLAY THAT TRACK! 🔥🔥🔥

[@allie_ostrander]

crazy to think how much things have changed since the start of my channel!

[@josephgschwartz]

You're flying and we're all here for it. Lay it all on the line and be proud of how far you've come. Now go show them who you've become.

[@bluenetmarketing]

Allie is one of those people.

[@allie_ostrander]

♥

[@topicdel]

Goosebumps. Go get it Allie!!!!

[@allie_ostrander]

LET'S GO!!!

[@annt7384]

Yes!!! You’ve never been stronger, so great to see you improve and see how what you can do so smartly.

[@sethmiller7925]

Seeing all the influences of Coach David is great. The race is a celebration of all the hard work you've put in. Enjoy it.

[@sarahdore7884]

It’s kind of weird that I’m so invested in you and your journey but this video made me weep the entire fucking time 🥹😅😅 This is exactly what I LOVE about the Olympics. Watching people give their all for one moment in time is just so emotional and inspiring and invigorating and heart breaking and just all the things that we love and hate to feel all in one split second Allie, allowing us to watch what the journey really is and and what it really means to chase your dream more than the 9 minutes we would get to watch you in the actual race is just so incredible and I never take it for granted. Thank you Also, I BELIEVE IN YOU! But not making it wouldn’t be failing, your journey has become so much more than that ❤❤❤

[@allie_ostrander]

You described the feeling of racing in a US championship so well! It's a single moment that's the culmination of so many months (and years) of moments, both good and bad. It's beautiful :)

[@ebluz]

By far my favorite KZbin influencer for the past 2+ years.... Go Allie GO!! Yov"ve got a large and loud crowd cheering for you.

[@allie_ostrander]

Those cheers are going to help me stay calm on that start line!

[@CryogenicFire]

I never thought I'd cry over a running video, but damn Allie! You brought me to tears. Even though I'm a Brit I'll be cheering and screaming you on at the trials. You got this! And as Phily would say: " Love the grind!" 🤘❤

[@kevinwilliam1673]

I am such a huge fan of yours, Allie... for so many reasons! There is no other athlete that I want to see get to those Olympics more than you, and that's a FACT! But no matter what, you will always be one of my favorite athletes of ALL TIME... right there with Joan Benoit Samuelson.

[@feetindagrass]

"I'm not back, I'm better." Sha'carri Richardson

[@aval244]

You are the most inspirational runner I know. You will do amazing things at the Olympic trials!! Trust in all of the HARD training you have put in and know that you can do anything you set your mind to!! I believe in you so much and I can’t wait to root you on!!! Go Allie!!💪🏼🔥

[@_Tp___]

WOOOOOO YOU GOT THIS!!! We're all behind you!!!

[@Szynkaszynszylka]

Allie, i dont know how big the stadium is but we, your yt funs would fill everyone completely. Remember that while running for your olimpics ❤❤❤. Bests from Germany ❤

[@allie_ostrander]

This is what I'll be imagining when I walk to the start line :)

[@Chloeyboey217]

I can’t WAIT to see you compete in these trials! As a past NCAA athlete I always wanted this mindset going into races but couldn’t ever quite reach it. You’re an inspiration. We’re rooting for you and I’m a brit!!! 🇬🇧

[@vigilanteshot]

Hey Allie, you probably will not see this. You're such an inspiration . I will be cheering for you from Michigan! Trust your training, girl. You got this. You have an entire army cheering you on

[@sterlingsimmons8309]

Can't wait to watch your first video titled "Training for the Paris Olympics"

[@JM-sq3ic]

It feels like regardless of the Trials outcome, you already won so much more than most people by becoming yourself (yes, yes, Nietzsche…). Yet, we hope that all this hard work will pay off, whatever the odds!

[@heatherg1296]

Your mindset is so powerful. I can't wait to see what you'll do. Welcome, Allie O.

[@becca5184]

Never give up Allie

[@mscoolgirl798]

No matter what happens Allie, you've been crushing it all along to make it to this point and you're going to have a killer performance at the trials. Rooting for you and your success always

[@anjilala]

Praying for you Allie. May all that hard work align with blessed timing and wellbeing on the day ❤

[@helengscott]

So proud of you, Allie! Thanks for bringing us along on the journey!

[@justanotherhuman-re4ie]

Good luck!! We’re all cheering you on and we KNOW you can do this! We’ve got you in our prayers

[@elisehager22]

such an inspiration! good luck allie!!

[@daviddejoie4054]

Way to go Allie! Good luck at the trials and everything you do

[@RT-dk7yv]

I’ll be watching from home, rooting for you! It’s been unreal watching your journey and you’ve helped me more than you’ll ever know. You are such a champion 🫶

[@Terrilyn_Austen]

I just want to hug you! You have inspired me to get out of my running comfort zone and do different, hard things but most of all....to enjoy the journey. You are a rockstar and my inspiration. Just keep being you, laughing and enjoying your journey. And most of all thank you for taking us all on the ride with you! #teamallie

[@Vadeemers]

I was a decent distance runner in high school a very long time ago. It is fun to follow your journey. I can't wait for the trials. I'll be cheering you on as always.

[@rynmanby6294]

So freakin proud of you. Like you said: you’ve already won. Your mindset shift - just wow. Gives me chills. Your journey is such an inspiration. Thank you for sharing it with us. Can’t wait to cheer you on!

[@christinabutterworth2546]

Super proud of you Allie, I’ve followed you since the beginning I have everything crossed for,you. Massive good luck for the trials, I’m so excited for you ❤

[@nathanperry4130]

You’ve proven to be an unbreakable spirit, excited to see where it takes you at the Trials and for many years to come!

[@catherinemitchell3721]

Wishing you all the best Allie.Hoping you find happiness, success & a healthy future.( Your growth is incredible & making it into the team would be an amazing bonus- you are loved regardless 💖💓)

[@snappyintentions9354]

It has been such a pleasure to watch you over the past several months. You have a great story to tell and I so love that you have shared it with all of us.

[@Wickedweirdwednesday]

It’s been so excited watching you train and get stronger. I am rooting for you Allie! I believe you! 💪🏃‍♀️

[@clairegale5492]

This is so emotional to watch! I’ve been following your journey a little after you started your channel! You’ve come so far and it really is wonderful to see your new mindset! No matter what happens at the trials, you are a winner!! Go get ‘em! 💪

[@natasha6613]

im so excited for you and everything you’ll do allie, you don’t even understand how everything you’re doing is impacting me.

[@joshaebischer]

Let's go Allie! So excited for you!

[@tylerturnbull8031]

Good luck Allie - we are all cheering for you, and so inspired!! 🥹

[@thatgirlhasathousandplans]

Allie!!! Let's go you are amazing and I support you all the way, no matter the outcome you are fiercely dedicated to the journey in a beautiful way

[@tessav4487]

goosebumps first 30 seconds, tears in the last min. As someone who said goodbye to running during a challenging illness and now maybe will be getting to do it again this resonates so so much. I also ran steeple in college so you bet I will be watching no matter the outcome. Love it all. thank you for sharing

[@justinbullock2010]

You are truly amazing- thank you for inspiring us all and letting us join you on your healing journey

[@julieinak]

So happy that you have totally changed your thinking about yourself and this very difficult endeavor. You are so ready, Allie. Cheering you on!

[@richardsthilaire548]

You're a great young lady and we're all rooting for you.

[@Joey-zp2mr]

So exciting to see your win last week, you're an inspiration to so many! Good luck at the trials!!!

[@finding_health]

You're an inspiration. We're vested in, and proud of, you, Olympian or not. Your spirit, your vulnerability, your grit. The Trials, no matter the outcome, can take that from you. Go show em what you're made of! We're all rooting for you.

[@debbieperry5856]

I am 49. I don't run as fast as you. But ok for a 49 year old.. like 330 to 3.45/km pace. When I do my work outs I think of you and try even harder. You're so inspiring at such a young age. I hope you make the Olympics...❤

[@idanica4535]

Goooo Allie! You got this! We are all so proud of you and will continue to be regardless of the results!

[@nicolestecklein8883]

Oh we love you so much! Not just your performance, and we will all love you as much no matter what and hoping for the best, your dream come true!

[@stevendorsey4882]

May you have great sucess as you enter this last stage of preparation for the Olympic Trials. You have made great progress and we'll all be cheering you on.

[@elizabethdinovis8127]

Rooting for you!!!! Can’t wait to watch and hope you feel all the love we are sending your way!!! ❤️🤍💙

[@terrencedoyle5513]

We love you too Allie. Best of luck. Will be cheering you on. Glad you found the joy in running no matter the result!!

[@kayla1355]

I’ve been watching your journey for the past year. You have become such an inspiration to me and my health journey. Thank you for documenting everything and showing us what you are capable of. You are truly an inspiration to those of us who are/have struggled with EDs. Thank you!!

[@kenkretz6392]

You are amazing!! Thank you for sharing this incredible journey with us. This has been a beautiful thing to watch. So much more than just success on the track. Knock 'em dead in the trials! Have fun!

[@TheMichelleDiaries]

Rooting for you Allie! We believe in you 🫶🏻

[@bernhardnickel1140]

This is so incredibly moving and inspiring. Thank you for sharing it.

[@simonbass255]

Such an inspiring edit and story, very wise words said! Good luck at the trials!

[@johels21]

Let's go Allie!!! you're the best and just run for your life! thanks for inspiring us

[@Mike-cs9jr]

Now Let's Go Get These Trials! Thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey and for always being completely transparent.

[@dancerfran4668]

You are doing it allie! You are doing the thing!

[@georgios.a]

Way to go Allie - your story is so inspiring. No matter what, you’re a winner. Now go get them trials, will be rooting for you.

[@charplatt-miller3966]

You are amazing, Allie! I have loved watching your journey over these few years. I cannot wait to see you slay those Olympic trials!!!

[@hollywinchell3412]

Thank you Allie for always being down to earth and candid in sharing your journey. Rooting for you to make the Olympics!

[@danielschuller8075]

Thank you for inspiring us. LET'S GO!!!

[@DD_Davey]

It has been fun watching the drama of your success unfold Allie! Let’s Goooooo !

[@randylazer2894]

Allie O....your training and commitment has been beyond tremendous, and you have taken yourself to an entirely new level of strength, speed, and cardio endurance. My wish for you is to have a great experience which will happen quite simply from you being you. You are 100% ready, and I believe your best will give you an amazing result! Sending you great wishes and lots of caring for the absolutely wonderful person, and incredible athlete who you are. Go Allie!

[@allie_ostrander]

Thank you!! I'm reminding myself of the work I've done & that I'm ready :)

[@alissam8034]

This is just the best! I'm so excited for you! Good luck.

[@erinb4919]

Good luck Allie! Really enjoy your videos! Your honesty, integrity and willingness to commit openly to your goals and dreams, despite risk of failure, is truly inspiring! :)

[@maggiebreedlove9558]

I cried watching this - ily so much

[@Perrigoparkrun]

You've got this Allie.. We will be cheering you on next week! 🤗

[@maliyaellis1608]

Allie, your resilience and strength - not to mention unrivaled sense of humor - are inspirational to say the least. Rooting for you!!

[@clarayardley4856]

brought tears to my eyes! you are so inspiring and brave. you got this.

[@jeffe.3986]

Wishing everything to fall into place for you to do your best and feel great. No matter what, you are already a winner! Good luck Allie!!!!

[@simonr.5160]

Allie you can do it. Everyone here loves you. you‘re an inspiration to so many people. Wish you all the best. Greetings from germany ☺️

[@sarahhendrickson9795]

So important to recognize that this work is not wasted if you don’t make it. You’re incredible and you have done amazing things recovering from your ED. LFG.

[@sylpascale7673]

Allie, this is your year, you are going to make the team, you have a great support crew around you. You also have thousands of people like me, you don't know but follow you on this platform rooting hard for you. I am really looking forward to watching the prelims and the final, very best regards

[@guilhemwolf6172]

Great motivational video ! "If you can dream it, you can do it"! Bravo Allie !

[@kostatrifunovic]

Blessings to you for shinning your light so openly! Much love your way for the trials! ❤️✨❤️

[@claudinestone6152]

You succeeded!!!!!! I was cheering you on, so happy for you! ❤

[@sharonmutandwa8966]

All the best Allie ❤

[@frankmarquez6934]

Your time to shine Allie O.

[@tiffanybrett1586]

Go get'em Allie! Such an inspiring story, I am pulling for you!!! ❤

[@guywarner8391]

That montage at the end is amazing! So much hard work and you totally deserve success, in what ever form that comes in. Good luck!

[@tomfitzgerald890]

This video just gave me chills! Such a great story Allie! I'm routing for you to make the team!!!

[@GuitarTraveller]

Allie, you have such impressive strength - physically and in your convictions. Thanks for sharing your recovery and running journey with us.

[@NoFilterJustGod]

Yes!!!! Trust the training, believe in the work you put in ❤ praying for you Allie!!!!!

[@kayleykat2129]

Wow Allie, this brought tears. So excited for you! Can’t wait to watch you race!

[@jacquelineoreilly9866]

Love your channel! Good luck Allie, I be cheering you on from the UK ❤