I Couldn't Finish This 5K... Big Injury Concern!

[@greensocool]

Well, now I'll be watching Ben is cycling, stretching, and healing. Keep up the content because we come here because of you.

[@jobanski]

#benisbiking

[@runningoneddie]

Tough injury Ben. I had something like that about 2 years ago where I had some sort of issue with my back. Basically an issue called spondylolisthesis. It never goes away completely and you basically work around it by doing core exercises. I've gone to physical therapy as well to help address it. But when I had it at its worst, I could hardly run more than 10 yards. Some days, with it, I could run 10 miles but more often than not it stopped me in my tracks. Take care of it and getting it addressed. I am hoping for a speedy recovery for you. Your running / videos continue to inspire me to work hard. Been following your progress for years and I love to see where you have come.

[@Martintheking1]

I been subbed to him for 3 days why is he injured

[@salemal-murisi5784]

Calm down Mr, no need to get pushy because your mad

[@BenIsRunning]

Thanks Eddie! Hopefully some good new exercises from the physio and few weeks rest will do me all the good. Identified some weaknesses so will certainly learn plenty to take forward :)

[@lizgreen2936]

​@@BenIsRunningget better soon Ben... 👍🏻I'm a 7minute km runner and I guide my V I friend at races.. Just 3 days ago we ran a LGBTQAI race only 8km but very hilly and I nearly pulled out for first time ever as I took terrible pain in my back ( probably the massive hills).. 😬Had too keep going though as I wanted the goody bag and beautiful running top!!❤...not run since as my back is in agony just waiting too see physio... You did the right thing stopping I did the wrong thing carrying on... But that's what runners do...🙈All the best much love from glasgow... #keeponkeepingon... 🏃🏼‍♂️😁🤞x

[@timverkoyen8742]

As an “older” runner (45) I have suffered quite a lot of injuries myself in the past few years. Despite preventive physio, power training, a technique coach. Injuries are tough. A very speedy recovery and hopefully you will be injury free after this for many years to come. 🙏☀️

[@English.runner.en.Espana]

Very good and brave of you to make this video Ben. Respect.

[@dbinacorner5634]

Hi Ben. As a doctor and a runner I wish you well. Disc bulges are very common in the lower back as the bones aren't directly on top of each other so they are shaped more like a cheese wedge. This makes the L4/5 and L5/S1 discs the most common to bulge (the bottom 2 discs). They bulge out backwards into the spinal canal and press the nerves which is why you get the pain. The vast majority of these will correct themselves with time so I hope you get better soon. The annular tear doesn't usually mean anything clinically. Good luck with the recovery and hope to see vids of you getting PBs soon

[@BenIsRunning]

Thanks for the reassurance :)

[@Smurchdog]

Sorry to hear about your latest injury Ben. Injury sucks. Your channel is an inspiration to me and I hope you heal quickly. Look after yourself.

[@andyarmstrong4186]

Always love your positive attitude when you are injured. Its a great example for us all. Heal quickly Ben

[@jamesh284]

Well done Ben, brave to dnf for your first time. Very sensible with the diagnosis. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

[@chrispotter6847]

Thanks for sharing the lows as we runners all get these tough times and you have shared your fair share in the last year. I guess pushing limits will always present setbacks but we still come back. I was out a year with calf issues and been very slowly coming back but lost my passion for the sport. You have kept me going with your videos and I hope you equally find motivation to keep you going while injured Ben. Good luck

[@BenIsRunning]

Appreciate your kind words Chris. Will be back stronger thats for sure :)

[@Ultrarunnerdad]

As a chronic back pain sufferer this hurt to watch (Almost literally as I tensed up watching you suffer) I have L4/L5/S1 issues after a bad accident. Recover properly, don't push it and you'll come back stronger. I'm 52 now and still get bouts of back pain from nowhere! Heal up and carry on inspiring.

[@mikkelpedersen9069]

Damn... That's so sad to hear. I wish you a speedy recovery. I sprained my ankle like two hours ago, so great timing for an injury video i guess...

[@BenIsRunning]

Thanks Mikkel, rest that ankle :)

[@hannesbengtsson7164]

Wishing you all the best, Ben, and hoping for a very speedy recovery. Being injured as a runner is never easy so I feel for you. You are a massive inspiration for my own running journey. Much love! ❤

[@gary7542]

Aw man! Sorry to hear your injured. Time to get in touch with Cole is running👍 thanks for keeping it real. Hope for speedy recovery 🙏

[@BenIsRunning]

He'll sort me right out

[@rmjames83]

All the absolute very best for a speedy recovery! Successfully rehabbed a L5 S1 disk prolapse unrelated to running several years back with physio to the point where it only bothers me now if I become lazy & don’t look after myself properly. I hope the outcome is the same for you!! Keep keeping on, hang in there!! I’m cheering for you!! U got this!!!

[@BenIsRunning]

Thats reassuring, thank you Rachel!

[@Oviegoat8]

Get well soon Ben I had a similar experience and I sympathize with you it’s rough just keep your head up and all will be well 😊

[@amandawalker4510]

Awww Ben, totally can relate to this, have had the same , work on your imbalances Ben , get assessed properly, your young you'll be back and running better than ever once you work out your imbalances. Injuries can be a positive thing , but know only too well how it makes you feel. Take care

[@BenIsRunning]

Thanks Amanda :)

[@terrycarrington737]

I wish you better Ben. A speedy and full recovery.

[@michaelcannon7640]

Ben, as someone with some knowledge on this, most adults have some degree of disc bulges in their back. Sometimes little things can cause them to become symptomatic. I recently had a long drive for work followed by a mentally stressful day of sitting in a court room that ended with another long drive home. Was about 14 hours in total. The next day my back was aching bad as well. It got gradually better. This is typical for me. I’m not nearly as good of a runner as you, but like you, running is good for my mental health. Nevertheless, I did take some extra rest days. I bet you’ll be back and running in no time. You might consult with a physical therapist. I’ll bet you they can give you some exercises to help prevent any long term problems.

[@training_tom]

Wishing you a speedy recovery, mate! It sounds like a frustrating injury, but I'm sure you've got the right support and advice to come back stronger after!

[@Christopher-lx4ud]

Orange white and Blue (oranje blanje blou), such beautiful kit colours... loving those kit colours, from South Africa!

[@BenIsRunning]

They certainly look the part :)

[@illawgical]

I am a runner with a bulged disc in between my L5 + S1. In fact I actually injured myself in a non running related situation. I’ve been able to manage for the past 5 years now through comprehensive daily stretching and warmups. I hope and pray that your outcome will be the same. There are days where my back hurts very seriously when I wake up but a few stretches gets me right as rain. Cheers mate. Hope the best for you!

[@its_raksh]

You re gonna overcome this as well, my best wishes for your speedy recovery

[@jmangan]

Wishing you a speedy recovery Ben! Rooting for you

[@Pilot_king]

Sorry for your injury ben, recover good and you come back stronger, keep going and get well soon Ben!

[@oswank1470]

Hope you get better soon big dawg truly a inspiration to me helping me stay motivated and consistent 💪🏼 love the videos mane 🏃🏻‍♂️‍➡️

[@KLM880]

Speedy recovery Ben! I'm a neurosurgeon at the University of Szeged, Department of Neurosurgery, if you need any answer or help (and also a long time subscriber)! I'm recommending you personalized McKenzie physiotherapy and maybe decompressive manual therapy on first hand. Runners weakest point is usually the lower back what we may need to strenghten as well (Kettlebell for example, as you also had videos with!) Wishing you all the best!!

[@DavidBlack-ki5fc]

What a mad warm up, I’ve never heard anything so unnecessarily complicated 😮 Then you got injured, so I guess dump that warm up 😂

[@pintspiesandpbs3198]

Take it easy Ben, it sucks to be injured but looks like there is plenty of good advice on here already! I'm sure you will get a proper diagnosis and not rush back...lots to be positive about!!!

[@휴푸추추]

I hope you have a smooth recovery. I'm always cheering you on. From far away in the East.

[@BenIsRunning]

Thank you, always appreciated

[@russamehta]

Wishing you all the best Ben. I’m sorry to hear about this injury.

[@BenIsRunning]

Thanks Russa!

[@shinynewstewardofthebutter4148]

Wishing you a good recovery. Take care, Ben 🙂

[@ThRunninHub]

It’s so hard to get injured right after coming back from an injury, we’re all cheering you on!!!!

[@hazesays3047]

Good luck on your recovery, Ben. I hope it’s progressing okay in the early stages. Funny watching this as a Colchester local!

[@BenIsRunning]

Thank you, already feeling much better so hopfully wont be out for too long! Im a colchester boy too so great to have an event like this locally :)

[@ianlowe4126]

Hi Ben. I’m 63 and been running seriously for 15 years. I’ve lived with the same back problem for 20 years. Every now and then it rears it ugly head but I’ve learned as I’ve got older not to wait until it does before I see the physio and now go to see him regularly ( every 3 months) for general loosening of the spine and mot and it’s paid off. Also since I turned 50 I’ve introduced Pilates into my routine which has definitely helped. My physio is great believer in staying mobile as much as possible after back injury and I’m certain that helps. Hope you get better and we see you back to running soon my friend 👍

[@BenIsRunning]

That sounds sensible. Prevention rather than rehab :)

[@robertburpee9473]

Take Care Ben, it's all part of the journey, you'll be back stronger than ever in no time! Rest Well, Run Strong😎🏃‍♂💪

[@BenIsRunning]

100%, thanks Robert :)

[@nickf1354]

Hope the back is feeling better Ben. I just did our local City To Surf today and bought some socks from SHYU. Thanks for the discount code 🤗

[@PatrickStar_24]

Get well soon Ben! You will get through this! You the 🐐!

[@BenIsRunning]

Cheers Patrick!

[@groupsimon6501]

Sorry to hear about that and I hope you recover well and come back soon, biking, hiking, elliptical,…..😊

[@JanaKutliakova]

I am so sorry Ben, hope u recover well and soon so we can see u running again. Love u videos, watched all of them … hope u still make Berlin 🍀🍀🍀

[@mikestevenson1334]

Unlucky with the race, Ben. But it is definitely better to look after yourself 100%. Hope your recovery goes well. Take it easy until you're back to full strength =D

[@crixlisable]

That kid at 11:25 is flying! That's impressive (wonder what time he finished).

[@chucky1golf]

Your very watchable Ben great honest edit, speedy recovery 👍

[@noeidee924]

Hoping for your full recovery soon. Get some rest, get rehab sessions. Hopefully you will recover without the need for surgery. 💪🏼

[@justalilbester]

Thanks for sharing mate. The highs, the lows. They all make you stronger! Chin up champ! Can’t wait to see the come back from this! 💥

[@BenIsRunning]

Thanks mate, still hopeful to see you in berlin! Even if it is just for a pint afterwards. Appreciate it bud :)

[@StefanTerndrup]

Get back in it. Always listen to your body. Speedy recovery, hope it is not too much of a setback.

[@Stormion]

Sad to hear about your injury Ben. Back pains can be very tricky. Wishing you a speedy recovery!

[@BenIsRunning]

Hopefully with a few visits to the physio and some good mobilty work ill sort it :)

[@lenkaontherun]

Wishing you a quick recovery, Ben!

[@EdgeRowing]

Hope the recovery is swift and lasting! And kudos for your open honest posts.

[@studioyan]

Best of luck for a speedy recovery dude. I am gonna grab myself a pair of socks and i look forward to ur recovery videos 🙌

[@leyak]

Courage champion. Tu reviendras plus fort.

[@rheno03]

I wish quick recovery to you Ben! I hope you keep posting though

[@arrowblast6]

Have also been dealing with an injury. Hope you‘ll get better soon. Just sitting around sucks. Thank you for sharing that

[@kaprikornian1]

Good luck with the recovery Ben 💪

[@makey72]

Wishing you a speedy recovery mate.

[@BenIsRunning]

Cheers mark

[@kimdecker8901]

Ben, I ached just watching this. :( Pain is no fun, and that's especially true when it's coming from your back. (Says the longtime scoliosis sufferer!) And calling it quits partway through the race was, I wager, both the right decision AND the courageous one--because it almost woulda been easier for you to keep going out of pride...But then you'da really paid for it later. I hope you figure this out and vanquish it! We're sending you strength in the meantime!

[@Jumaleh]

Best of luck with your rehab. Wish you a speedy recovery.

[@joeda7707]

Wishing you the best for a speedy recovery!

[@BenIsRunning]

Thanks Joeda

[@tworunningbrooms]

Tough lines Ben. Hope you get a run of good fortune soon.

[@wandelpassiert8064]

All the best Ben! Hope you're well up again soon!

[@janeknr2]

You got me to run my first race this weekend! Great inspiration! Stay safe

[@watmonronaldo]

Come back strong Ben, injuries are so tough on the mind, However I have no doubt you will be back stronger. Best wishes from 🇺🇬

[@MrTinsoldier]

Wishing you a fast recovery Ben.

[@ThatRunnerAaron]

Sad to hear this mate, you’re at the really punchy end of running, so I’m sure it’s really tough to stay injury free. back soon Ben!

[@jthomp1254]

appreciate the honest vid! hope you smash recovery! cheers

[@BenIsRunning]

Appricate your comment, thanks for the support

[@Supafloppy]

Hey Ben. Absolutely gutted about the injury. I can only imagine how you are feeling at this moment. Dealing with Oestitus Pubis on my side - been roughly three months without a run. Limited to cross training and mild walking. You've overcome an injury before and as always you'll return fitter, faster and stronger. Keep your head up, wishing you a speedy recovery.

[@StephenSmith-sw4hr]

Hey Ben. Ive had similar injuries mate (including now) and it is frustrating. Hang in there. Look after it and you'll be back soon. Steve

[@BenIsRunning]

Yeah tough one especially when im feeling in great shape but sure a few weeks off wont be too much of a set back. Just need to make sure i get on top of it before marathon season :)

[@LauraMcDonnell-sn9rv]

Awh well-done Ben .. on to the next one ... Don't let it get to ya .. Been there before .. Hope it's not serious injury ...🙏👍💪💪.. ya actually looked great running

[@vanessamartinez4917]

Best of luck on your healing journey. Back issues are no joke. Had a few in my day. Listen to your doctor, PT, and do the exercises they recommend. Injury sucks. Sending as many healing vibes as I can. 😀❤️🌈

[@edwardjadraquefuentes6133]

I hoping to see your recovery journey here in Yt also. Speedy recovery to you ben.

[@Scholli_1988]

we all have those moments, i am currently 4 weeks out from my first marathon and i got a baker cyst with inflamed hamstring tendons in my right knee, i hope i can somehow still run, sometimes it really be like that 😥 its quite hard on the mind too for me since i run for my mental health more then anything, i hope you get better soon and recover fast ben!

[@Pappamea81]

Man.. That’s rough. 😐 You’ll be back with a vengeance for sure! 💪🏻

[@tychepi6576]

Get well soon Ben! Thank you for being so vulnerable and sharing your experience

[@deshkanagrikhoon]

Get well soon and running Ben🙌

[@PacificTruth.]

Kipchoge also DNF for first time in his life in Paris Olympic so don't get demotivate Ben. Its Life and its happens sometimes. & Don't forget You are always inspiration for me.

[@kezzu5849]

Unlucky mate. Maybe next time!! Great work with your channel!!

[@spou20]

All the best Ben! Wishing you a speedy recovery ✌🏽

[@epicjuk9658]

100%

[@bomba117]

Bummer. I had a buldging disc (or maybe fully herniated) in january last year. It sucked, and couldnt run properly for 2-3 month. Focused a lot on core training, which helped me get back stronger. Also have some very good stretches i still do everyday. Fingers crossed for a quick recovery, Ben!

[@BenIsRunning]

Thanks mate, been lacking on the core so maybe a sign to get back on it before marathon season

[@christinaclementson]

Hope you heal quickly Ben. Sorry your race didn’t go to plan. I got my PB at that race last year and an Essex bronze medal. Sadly couldn’t make it this year. Fast course 👌 Look forward to seeing you back running soon, but in the meantime rest up and get better x

[@JohnBirtchetSharpe]

Get well soon buddy! I am out and Inured too at the moment (all part of the process).

[@BenIsRunning]

Hope you too get back soon John

[@drewsonofmorris9147]

Sorry Ben. This sucks. I’m sure it was a very hard decision. I’m wishing you recovery quickly to your goals.

[@markbateman9222]

Painful though it is to drop out of a race, I reckon you made the right decision not to finish. There is no point in simply finishing if the pain is such that you can't run at your normal pace. You can do a lot of further damage for absolutely no reward. I accept that some people will disagree with this and say that you should never drop out - Ron Hill for example. Never had a back injury myself (all my problems have been the hips and below) but I realise that they can be a real pain to get over. All the best and hope that you are back running soon.

[@BenIsRunning]

Yeah at the time i feared a sacrum stress fracture which i know from friends who have been through it can be very fragile. Theres a difference between pushing through the pain and doing yourself real damage :)

[@grahamtricker4103]

Sorry to hear Ben. I wouldn't have run in a new pair of unworn shoes. As a mature runner I am very susceptible to injury with a change in footwear. Hope you recover well and quickly.

[@mat88-runr]

All the best in your recovery

[@paulcarlson4230]

Never easy ben, and as an old guy it doesn’t get easier, ive been injured a year really and keep trying to come back but its not working so i will try a diff recovery, i love running and im sad, anyway i hope you get this all figured out and if i can say 1 thing since your young take your time and heal and strengthen and i hope you get back to 100%..take care

[@martingrey5655]

Hope you recover soon, Ben. I am sure you will come back stronger.

[@geoffh2560]

Feel for you Ben - I'm also injured at the moment so back out on the bike to at least keep moving! Pack of frozen peas on my foot as we speak. Take care and look forward to seeing you back running once you're fully on the mend.

[@BenIsRunning]

Wishing you a speedy recovery!

[@RobertDewar]

Feel for you Ben, I had a bulging disc last year and was also told it would take about 6 weeks to heal. It's now nearly 18 months later and it's still not 100% so be careful. Obviously running doesn't help it but I found that doing nothing was even worse. Would definitely recommend taking some walks to keep moving. Best of luck!

[@HotwheelsBoys]

Wishing you A happy speedy recovery mate. Take it easy one day at a time.

[@misterbelll]

Sorry about that...😢❤️. hope you rest well & recover.....I was going to suggest a X training video when I saw you again...Lol....I have been doing the Kenya core sesh regularly.... Great👍From your kitchen...Bestest wishes...👍👍

[@BenIsRunning]

aha, love that! A 45min elliptical with me 🤣

[@martinmaginnis7017]

All the very best with your recovery, Ben. Sounds a sore one.

[@BenIsRunning]

Thanks Martin, some 11 days with no running now and already feeling a lot better

[@cathycronin2291]

Sorry this happened to you. Recovering from a hamstring injury currently but my big mistake was not stopping running early enough, and now because i persisted in running with an early injury, of course, it got worse and now paying the price. At least you had the sense to listen to your body. Get well soon

[@wordplaydo8507]

Thanks for the injury update.

[@rof8200]

Well done Ben. You show us the high and low

[@andrewharlow84]

Rest up Ben. Hope you're back running again soon 💪

[@mattsoutham]

Solid 3.8K effort. Take it as a great race experience! Thought I spotted Adam Hickey alongside you there. Athletics of 87/88 Royalty there! 😅

[@adriaantermors8122]

Hi Ben, very sorry to hear about your injury. It sounds like at least you can do some crosstraining, though a word of caution about the bike. Personally, I've done quite a lot of cycling in my youth, and it often gave me a tired lower back. I've even heard professional cyclists mention that, and of course yesterday Demi Vollering lost the women's Tour de France in part because her back still hurt, and you need a strong back when you're cycling up a hill. Long story short - be careful not to overdo the cycling 🙂, and I hope you have fun with your cross training activities.

[@HarryHas]

Sorry to hear about your injury. It's never easy going through something that stops you from doing what you love. Get well soon, Ben!

[@nikostragotsis477]

Wishing you a speedy recovery Ben! Thanks for sharing 💪

[@davidwalton2549]

Maybe the new warm up new shoes combo added to the issue. Keep positive

[@epicjuk9658]

Ben, I hope you make a speedy recovery

[@BenIsRunning]

Thanks!