NO PAIN: Racing 62 Miles In The AZ Desert | Javelina 100K

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After a long hiatus from racing more than 50+ miles, I decided somewhat on a whim to sign up and race the Javelina 100km race put on by the good people at Aravaipa Running. On less than a month's notice, I put in some condensed training for the big party in the desert with the goal of having fun but also putting in a performance I can be proud of.
CAMERA GEAR:
+ Camera amzn.to/3I9QKpB
+ Gimbal amzn.to/3YVVF3D
+ GoPro Hero 10 amzn.to/3GthqRf
​+ GoPro Media Mod amzn.to/3WQ5yxP
RUNNING GEAR:
+ Arm Sleeves amzn.to/3I9GyNS
+ PATH Projects Shirt bit.ly/3hXxukz
+ PATH Projects Shorts bit.ly/3jEgss8
+ Hoka Speedgoat 5 bit.ly/3hVpXD5
+ Rice Krispie Treats amzn.to/3I68Qcl
+ Hat www.mammothtrailfest.com/
+ Naked Band bit.ly/3Gsig0C
+ Sunglasses amzn.to/3jrM6ck
Huge thanks to my partner Hilary Matheson for helping crew/film/pace, Jamil Coury/Jubilee Page/Tony Hill/Aravaipa Running, David Hettana, Kevin and Natalie Horn and all my friends that pitched in to help crew during the race.
If you would like to support my work, consider donating to my Patreon page at: / billyyang
© Billy Yang Films, LLC 2022

[@buckmanriver]

I like how authentically Billy shows the mental struggle of the latter part of a 100k.

[@BillyYang]

gotta keep it real, the good and the bad - thanks for watching Buck

[@cosmicsea666]

Great video! I was at Coyote volunteering and I'm the guy who was assisting you in the video. I remember you being very easy going and all smiles. It was a rewarding experience for me to be a part of your adventure. Keep being the awesome person you are!

[@BillyYang]

Appreciate it Matthew, both your words and your assistance. Would love to do what you did and give back to the sport at an aid station one day! 🙏🏼

[@Eric-469]

Me watches this: “oh man. I’m so pumped. I’m going to go run”…..runs 4 miles

[@SwordInThroat]

Stop that, 4 miles is 4 miles. That's 4 miles more than the person on the couch, and truthfully ANY runner, in my opinion, is a legend.

[@stephaniewaskoenig1387]

Ditto! You lapped the person on the couch!

[@msofka]

We all start somewhere…

[@tobysmith4662]

4 is more than 0. Good work, Eric.

[@crushingtrailsanddrinkingales]

As everyone has basically said "getting after it, is getting after it" way to put in the work! 🥳

[@mistymountains360]

Billy , I live over here in Scotland UK .. bit of a runner myself but I had a couple of tough years just a while back , but about 2 years ago I started watching KZbin, one of the first long runs I watched was you running some 100k race ,I can't remember where and won't lie , I was in tears 😢 because I had lost that ability to run through having cancer but I asked God to help ,( as silly as it sounds ) and next day I tried to run not good but just run , I've spent the last 2cyears getting fit and still watching you and others now, almost every runner and hike ,camp video I can find , this weekend I'm running in my 8th event in 5 months ,doesn't sound a lot when they are only 5 and 10k so far but I'm nearly stepping up again ,and my times are good as 50mins 10k for a 54 year old guy isn't too bad ,so I've just watched this and saw that doubt just before the end , well at that point I Decide tomorrow I'm going out for a long but slow and careful run ,maybe ( hopefully 20k or so ,no times just fun ) and I'm gonna say to myself one day I'm gonna be running with you guys . Nothing is impossible.. Loving your videos man ,you seem like a great guy and wish you and the family all the best for 2023 .. my apologies for the length of this comment 😅 .. ciao

[@BillyYang]

I'm so happy to read that you're on the bend. 5K...100K...doesn't matter, as long as you're finding fulfillment and challenging yourself, that's really all that matters. Hope we can share some kms/miles one day. Take care and blessings to you too

[@deldridg]

Wow - thank you for your story. I'm totally humbled by your words and am so happy that you're finding your way back to doing what you love. Here in Sydney, I"ve had a challenging few months, almost losing my beautiful dad to a major heart event. In some ways I've "dropped the ball", feeling very emotionally worn but having read about your trials and watched a few of Billy's wonderful short movies here, I think I'm ready to get back to my trail running. I'm 54 too and need to get back out there. So I'll be running with you in spirit tomorrow. Take care and keep at it buddy! Cheers - Dave (big thanks to you too Billy and Hilary - love your work)

[@BenParkes]

Great job Billy.. good to see you back strong on the trails!

[@BillyYang]

thanks brother, appreciate it! 🙏🏼

[@Sanko1960]

"Just gotta get the big boy pants on." I'm going to use this one. I love it! Thank you!

[@glen4789]

Just finished my first 100k dec 4th. In more pain than I had planned on after mile 50. My mantra became “pain is power, pain is my friend”

[@shaundaboi6365]

Couple of things I loved, firstly the gentleman nature of ladies first - 45 miles deep. But secondly the love that billy recieves but also gives out to people. An inspiration for 2023 (minus the bats eating my legs... I'll avoid that bit)!!

[@chrisphelps7473]

Just out there casually rockin’ that sweet crop top … NBD 😂 On a serious note, huge congrats on the race and another great story. Really appreciate all the inspiration you continue to share in your work! 👏👏👏

[@BillyYang]

🙏🏼

[@Kfitz6]

and that's why we love your films so damn much!

[@BillyYang]

🙏🏼❤

[@rhywia]

Such an inspiration for 2023, cheers to more running!

[@mrang5502]

Great job Billy, thanks for sharing it with us

[@joserivera5632]

Amazing as always! Great job man! NO PAIN!!!

[@rmjames83]

Awesomeness Billy!!! Congratulations!!!🎉

[@nick_401]

Watching your films just makes me wanna put on my running shoes, go out and just run and run and run. Thanks, Billy

[@BillyYang]

Perfect - mission accomplished, thank you!

[@breckbell]

Congratulations on breaking 12 hours and thanks for the dose of inspiration for 2023.

[@milansusuk8164]

Another brilliant video. Cheers for sharing.

[@CR-ew9gl]

Great to see you back on YT, you looked soo happy to be back taking on a challenge, persevering, being honest about the struggle and making it to the end. Congrats to you and looking forward to seeing more adventures in 2023

[@jacobharless1297]

Another great race video, your videos always give me chills. congrats!

[@adamtyson1257]

Congrats Billy, a huge fan of your work, epic stuff as usual., you had great support, very cool, thanks for posting

[@troybrown9971]

It was awesome seeing you out there in October. It was a fantastic race with perfect weather. Great job!!

[@Pack.Leader]

Right on, Billy !!!

[@philiprudd1697]

Love to see this! "No Pain" (specifically from Rocky) is my mantra too! (Sometimes it goes: "no pain... no pain... OK some pain...) Cheers.

[@AA-og6cx]

Billy, great work. Thank you for the motivation over the years.

[@stanmakowski1985]

Another great video! Super effort and way to finish hard. Love the "No Pain" Mantra. Nice to see the happiness and camaraderie out on the trail. Well done sir, well done.

[@thedude4065]

Amazing video, Billy & Hilly ;) ... way to persevere and hang in there, Billy !

[@thedude4065]

Billy, you and your pacer made a good team ... her inspirational words helped to will you across the finish line ...

[@nberkel]

Always love coming along for these journeys. I know it's a lot of extra work on your part but it provides the best insight!

[@silverdesk72]

Great film. Congratulations on the awesome run.

[@joakimrehn1481]

Amazing, congrats! You're such a great videographer - and runner! Been watching you thru a few years now, always a blast when I see a new video!

[@walterhogie]

Awesome film!! Congratulations on a great race!

[@chandaharkins4418]

I've been in a bit of a running funk, but you always inspire me. Such wonderful content - whether it's you running or others. Thanks for what you share with us! Big congrats on your sub 12 finish!!

[@fitnessandthings]

Nice work Billy! Dealing with the pain is part of the fun in a weird kind of Goggins way!

[@dennisferrell3662]

Another fine film, Billy. You set the bar high for storytelling, videography (great job, Hillary), and conveying a sense of the incredible community that populates ultra running.

[@BillyYang]

thanks Dennis - appreciate you 🙏🏼

[@justis.cooper]

Love the mantra. congrats on the finish and sub-12 👌

[@BillyYang]

🙏🏼

[@sandstromj]

Yet another great movie showing the ups and downs of ultra running. I really enjoyed this one and congrats on finishing strong.

[@BillyYang]

thank you Joakim!

[@nkeenan05]

Inspiring! Realistic! Authentically amazing!

[@TrebleCreator]

Your films are truly beautiful, I always love your work!

[@BillyYang]

🙏🏼

[@Steve-vr6mq]

I was literally thinking yesterday as to when there’d be another BY film. Well done Billy on completing the 100k run and for sharing this video. “It feels like bats have eaten my legs” best line😂. Happy New Year to you and Hilary. Thank you for your posts and podcasts in 2022 and best wishes for 2023.

[@ErdoBoyPats52]

Way better than when badgers or moths eat our legs...😉🤣🤣🤣

[@rafaelhidalgo]

That looks like a cool race! Everyone is dressed up for the occasion !! Never saw anything like it before haha we don’t have that in Europe! Good stuff Billy!! Great film!

[@earthquakemagoon2505]

Billy is soo 'kick ass'!! Great job Billy!! Way to go brother!! Skål! 👍

[@manniezubia]

Awesome brother

[@Callum679]

Fantastic video and result!

[@jrqberry]

Awesome stuff Billy. I know ultras are extremely difficult, but you make it look easy!

[@baldpacker11]

great way to end the year... another masterpiece from billy! Happy New Year Billy! keep on inspiring💪👌

[@BillyYang]

🙏🏼

[@runningwithsimon]

Congrats and always excited to see your new movies. You were a huge inspiration for me starting my ultrarunning channel - and funny enough, I was doing the 100 milers (as Luigi). We must have been real close all day because the times are very similar!

[@runitmj]

Awesome video Billy, way to push for that 11. No Pain! -Matt

[@Urban0utlawGT]

@Billy Yang I love your honest depiction of any event you document. Particularly the events you are part of. You even seemed more mentally prepared and confident in this one than in chamonix. Great effort Billy. And your films inspire the shit out of me man x

[@BillyYang]

appreciate ya!

[@Mikeandthedyslexicunicorns]

Billy! Mate I’m very glad to have found your channel, inspired by your zest for life and passion! More power to you!

[@BillyYang]

🙏🏼🙌🏼

[@ianc.4601]

Great effort. Well done.

[@lucy3858]

I loved the intro…

[@afewmominutes]

Way to bounce back from some low points, well done Billy!

[@pete3701]

Watching your movies is like only eating gels for a whole race. It's too sweet and now I feel sick

[@BillyYang]

no worries Pete, not everyone's cup of tea. thanks anyway for watching.

[@trailfever]

Great job and nice finish Billy! Sitting here in cold Sweden getting jealous of those temperatures!

[@lisagreen7602]

I’ve watched so many of your videos but this time I was there! I went to pace my son for the 100 mile. Sadly, I didn’t get to run for long (he made it to 70), but what an adventure! You did so well!!! Congratulations!

[@goriksadventure2183]

Wow.. Congrats billy

[@eduardosalinas295]

Love your videos, I need to start getting back into running.

[@Are_We_Having_Tea]

Awesome job!

[@samrusoff]

ooo, new billy video? yes please

[@tpharr1]

Billy - awesome video . Great race. Glad you overcame the demons and finished … food does wonders when the demons creep in. Very well done. I’d love to see a follow up - recovery , mental prep, nutrients that helped and plan for next ultra! Editing was great too. Congratulations !!

[@BillyYang]

🙏🏼

[@davidwellner4191]

Great job thanks for putting your self out there

[@deshall1885]

Well done Billy 👍🏻

[@emithen]

I have two mantras: “YOU WILL NOT STOP,” and repeatedly counting one to four.

[@markdalton3900]

Mr Yang u r a ROCKSTAR!

[@BillyYang]

🤘🏼

[@Apemanstrong]

Great video as always. Love the Rocky 4 reference. That 2nd loop in the heat of the day is always brutal.

[@BillyYang]

No mans land. Appreciate it! 🙏🏼

[@rajabose81]

Billy is setting fashion standards on the ultra scene now. Now I expect Walmsley to follow his fashion cues ;-) Congrats on the awesome finish and Hilary's excellent videographing skills!

[@StreamCrossingRunner]

Seriously! Great work!

[@BillyYang]

Haha thanks, but to be fair if you look at my WS 2015 video, I was doing the hole-y cotton top thing before he really immortalized it :)

[@marlinweekley51]

No bucket hat? Remember that “fashion” moment 😆

[@noway2836]

You’re a fine man and a gentleman, sir. Thanks for letting that lady get the first drink. More men need to follow your steps.

[@kristinakohler4150]

I think this just goes to show the low-key nature of the trail running scene. No technical, expensive brand-name tops with the latest cooling features… just a janky T-shirt. 😂 …And a whole lotta passion.

[@TheConservativeUmmi]

Ahh, our Arizona skies 🌵

[@noahemptage774]

Sooo damn much🏃🏼🏜️❤️‍🔥‼️

[@eagerunner1]

Congrats

[@jhk02211]

I have been listening to your 2020 youtube every morning for two years now. It helped me a lot to change my perspective on life. As a korean who lived in the states for a while, I empathize and envy! your life a lot. Thank you for another great content!!

[@BillyYang]

🇰🇷❤

[@jacobhailstone417]

Beast!

[@valc7491]

Awesome job. I feel like I learned a ton watching this.

[@BillyYang]

Awesome!

[@sirsm0ke583]

you are a beast. nice done buddy

[@MarkGriffith]

Nice job Billy! Rocking the crop top! But that outfit of David H. -> Wow!

[@BillyYang]

He's one of a kind that David :)

[@adamstevensvisuals]

Beautifully story-telling and videography!

[@BillyYang]

🙏🏼

[@JesseLuna805]

Great job pushing through, Billy. Now I regret not getting a Mammoth hat when I was out there for the Trail Fest.

[@whoguy4231]

Respect Dude !!!

[@Mr_Fairdale]

Years back, before my first ultra, I had the brilliant idea of mixing together my preferred electrolyte drink into homemade Rice Krispies. I do not recommend combining the two haha

[@ProCookin]

great job man thanks

[@mathieupaquet2133]

It a pleasure to see you in better conditions after this summer run in France (hoping you'll come again). Well done, this a great job (revenge?)

[@BillyYang]

I'll be back this summer!

[@katis999]

Congrats, Billy :)

[@magicrhymesx]

The only thing this video is missing is Charlie boy!!

[@BillyYang]

Agree! No dogs allowed unfortunately :(

[@Eskey__]

Ahhh ok, I thought it was brand and not band. Thank you and the again great video, very inspiring and I will get back out there.

[@wsluimer]

Amazing Billy! Funny fact, I finished Ironman Copenhagen in 11:49:40 .. not that far off. Love your race videos!

[@sarahday2292]

Awesome!! I’m an Ironman and would like to try an Ultra. Thank you you for the inspiration!!! You are amazing!!

[@BillyYang]

hope you do Sarah, it's a wonderful community!

[@PatrickPierceBateman]

My Mom: Soda and sugary foods will make you unhealthy. Billy Yang: *Runs 100k consuming nothing but Rice Krispies and Coke.*

[@BillyYang]

Listen to mom! 🤣🤣

[@pursueyourdreams3694]

super video thx

[@Dinckelburg]

I'm watching in Mallorca surrounded by blue sky and cactus, pretending I'm there with you

[@jonathanvedia5443]

Great job! I have a 100k coming up too. I also say the same mantra to my self. NO PAIN!

[@andrewtezyano]

holy shit this video is sick!

[@BillyYang]

🙏🏼🤘🏼

[@jacobwolf5640]

Killer!

[@Mookiethedog]

Just the race number would make me nervous. Hard to follow in Gretzky's footsteps. Great video Billy...good to see the great scenery and awesome effort

[@ErdoBoyPats52]

Imagine being passed by camera toting Billy Yang.... 🤯

[@_PatG_]

It’s the same as like being passed by Ben Parkes running a 2:25 marathon while filming. ! Insane. 😂

[@cayennepeppa707]

Great job! Really sweet video! Curious... what was the music at the end of the video? I love tunes like that.

[@joe1071]

Hilarious, everything he mentioned hurts except calves. My calves always ache the most. Billy and I complete eachother

[@benthebear8537]

Sweet vid! curious if a Zach Miller sequel is in the works

[@etapepartners]

I only use Maurten gels. I also use Maurten drink mix( and Beta Fuel). I love the Maurten gels because the consistency is jelly-like and has *zero flavor*...Maurten gels also can be taken without water...I do this personally and it works. try that with a GU. btw, my day before hydro-loading basically consists of eating potato chips...I can easily add a couple pounds of water this way.

[@THECANCERFEST]

❤

[@brkho]

N O P A I N

[@BillyYang]

Damn str8 🤘🏼

[@KelsonBrewer]

You’re a rock star Billy. Any chance you’ll be at the Grand Traverse in Sept?