I Entered my First 100 Mile (160km) Ultramarathon *emotional*

[@natachaoceane]

Persistence is the only real superpower 🤍 I'll be back 🌈 So proud of you, my friends 🌸

[@lucyt7878]

You are so inspirational ❤️

[@katea6305]

I needed this so badly!!! This happened to me last week. I did a team relay event. I had done the distance training in running but the event was straight hiking in the mountains, it was below freezing, my second leg of the race was also at midnight and i was so scared. I was incredibly nervous, marathon runners were coming back and saying it was one of the hardest theyve done and that was during the day.The shock on my body was crazy and I got through the hardest part of my second leg, had two miles and couldn't finish. The shame, guilt and embarrassment i felt was overwhelming. I was crying on my way home and I thought maybe this is your sign you can't do this stuff. I'm also persistent and stubborn like you in my ambitions and quickly dismissed that. I know I will get it in the future and I know you will too. I just wanted to let you know this video has been incredibly inspiring to me and it could not have been at a better time.

[@emma.martttt]

Thank you for sharing this!

[@simonelategan6927]

You are honestly so inspiring 🩵

[@bourbongeek]

When you finally complete the 100-mile, it will be that much sweeter because of your struggles! I can't imagine running a normal marathon let alone an ultra-marathon!

[@MyCaliforniaSweethea]

A quote I absolutely love is “success is the ability to go from one failure to another failure with no loss of enthusiasm”. Which is what, I as a viewer, see from you time and time again, which is so freaking inspirational! 🎉 Thank you for showing us the highs and lows!

[@natachaoceane]

thaaaat's the one 👏👑 I absolutely love reading that so much. thank you for everything. you've all made this such a special place for me to share over the years!

[@lauravilbiks]

Honestly, this video is 10 times more inspiring than if you would've completed it perfectly the first time around - the persistence is crazy amazing, girl!!!

[@ishitasatyajit7351]

I know you would have wanted to complete the race but by failing 3 times you have given all of your 1.66 million subscribers the will to get up and try again no matter how hard things get. The courage you have shown to keep trying, experiencing setbacks, and to share all of it with us is truly commendable. This message was stronger than any message you could have shared if you had succeeded (although I know you would have liked to - and you will soon!). Thanks for inspiring us all. Difficult things take time, and we will keep supporting you!

[@Ana-ks3je]

Well said 👏 I 100% agree!!!

[@blahblah1287]

This is 100% true this is the kind of thing people need to see this is perseverance at its absolute best and most inspiring.

[@baddielifts]

this!! I skipped my olympic weightlifting training session today cause it has just not been going well and I am really stressed out for my competition next Friday. I couldn't find any motivation to go through with it today, cause I felt like I would just fail every lift. Seeing Natacha struggle so much, but still enjoy every moment of each re-try with a big smile on her face was incredibly motivational!

[@TheMonkiBrothers]

She hasn’t failed at all .

[@KendraIrene-m2r]

👏👏👏

[@SCR1977]

I cannot thank you enough for showing these “failures,” it means so much to those of us struggling along as well. To show the road to the achievement in all its low points illustrates the whole point of distance running in the first place. These of course aren’t failures, they are part of the improvement and learning along the way, and many of us need to see this and not just the finish line. Keep up the great work, the goal is within reach.

[@LuNa4Death]

As someone who also had to drop out of a race in Oct and is currently rehabing a sprained ankle on the same foot as her I cannot agree more with you! Seeing this is just so motivating in ways I can't even explain. Love Nat so much for everything she does.

[@aylaamon3267]

Choosing to DNF in a race is the absolute bravest thing you can do! And the fact that you still ran a 50 miler, 80+ miler, and another 50 miler within a couple months of each other... You're a massive inspiration, and I can only assume the running gods have something great in store for you.

[@nithyajoanna2034]

This!

[@supremeleader9872]

Seems like the word brave has completely lost its meaning

[@northwoodfalls1403]

100% you made the right call. As someone who lives in a very cold country, it’s the thing we had drilled into us as kids: when you start shivering, get inside. ASAP. Especially if you’re wet. If you were shivering and not able to get dry clothes on and warm up a bit, you could have ended up with hypothermia. Also, I was so nervous watching you run in the wet in the dark. The last thing you needed was to slip and twist your ankle AGAIN. Every time you attempt this goal, you’re learning so much, you’re building up a wealth of knowledge and experience. You will absolutely NAIL this one, Natacha. So long as you want to, you will do it. Mario is such a pet. The hair!!! Classic. Was so excited to see you’d uploaded. Always love to hear what you’ve been up to. Sending you a pixel hug and lots of love. You never cease to inspire.

[@babyxkande]

I know that female athletes train and compete regardless of their cycle but I just wanna say, the fact that you did the first two while on your period is already beyond spectacular! It was so inspiring to watch your perseverance even if it didn't go the way you wanted. And I'm sure you're gonna get it the next time.

[@jamiek2692]

100%! I find it hard even walking for first day of my period. She’s a beast

[@jamielamer2696]

I feel like a champ just taking my dogs for a walk while on mine 😂 it’s a feet on another level to compete (let alone attempt ONE HUNDRED of anything)

[@natachaoceane]

@@jamielamer2696 ah honestly I think it actually is in easier to do when the date and time is out of my hands, you know? the event is fixed and I've spent a few weeks periodising my training for that specific day, so psychologically it's like I'm committed to that moment and have something worth pushing through the discomfort for. I'm the same as you otherwise where without a strong reason to move, I'm gonna just minimise the discomfort and take it easy in bed!! hopefully that makes some sense 😂

[@JuliaJiggs]

If there's one person who I know can do this, it's you Natacha. Luck has not been on your side, but you will continue to persevere!

[@natachaoceane]

that's really so sweet 🤍 thank you. I have a funny feeling I'll look back on all of this and appreciate what it forced me to become and to learn. I really hope everyone feels that way about the down times, I'm trying my best to encourage it.

[@limari95]

​@@natachaoceane its not about how many times you fall down, its about whether you get back up :) Ive been going through that myself. I want to change my career from Software engineering to become a firefighter. Lost 35 pounds and started training a lot, then I twisted my ankle and couldnt attend the entrance test. Then it got a bit better and I took the next test but failed in 4 / 12 disciplines. Ive come a long way since last year but it wasnt enough. But I will keep training and build more muscle and try again next year!

[@lor4e]

Thanks so much for showing us the highs and lows of trying to achieve something. Honestly these lessons can be adapted to any area in life. It's so inspirational to see you finding the strength to keep going in a safe way

[@natachaoceane]

That second sentence is the whole purpose of my channel. It's so good to see it written down. Teaching your body to do something new is exactly how the rest of life works too, the visual nature of fitness just makes it the perfect domain to learn that. Patience and practice make anything possible (:

[@SherylRubio28]

Natacha! We missed you so much here! I'm glad that you are back and we are very proud of you, what I love the most about this channel and how realistic you are. You got this girl!

[@Eryent]

Girl I honestly think this video is even more of an "achievement" then actually finishing the 100k! First of all it shows your mindset and willpower to push through BUT also to be a REAL ATHLETE and actually LISTEN to your body, knowing when 'enough is enough'! ❤ Showing this is helping so many others instead of always all the 'perfect' videos you see on here! Anyways girl if you still wish to complete the 100k then go for it, but remember you don't have to do this or any kind of 'challenges' for us! Only do this for YOU and your community will always support you in any way possible ❤❤❤

[@fastfoodie24]

It gave me so much life and happiness seeing you out there. Even though neither of us achieved our goal on the day, we will be back and we will crush it next time.

[@natachaoceane]

hey Devon!! 🥺 learning your story and seeing your strength has been one of the biggest motivators for me this year. You became one of my biggest inspirations within a few days of learning about you. I believe in myself more because of you. 🌸 (She's @fastfoodie on Instagram everyone!!) 🌸

[@KPKelly]

Natacha - I was at Canal Corridor and Tunnel Hill. In Tunnel Hill, we were near each other for miles 25-50. You were super cheerful and supportive of all the other runners. Loved your spirit out there. I saw you start cruising again around mile 45, and when I got to mile 50 a few minutes after you, you were stretching just past the finish line - I wish I had known you were going for 100 miles...we'd have gotten you to that finish. Keep getting after it! You'll learn from each one. I failed in my first 2 100 mile attempts and I've not completed 40 of them. Of my 5 I did not complete, 4 of them are Tunnel Hill - and this year was my first Tunnel Hill 100 mile finish. I found the key was to not stop at the start area where my car was...and never go into those super warm tents - people go into those warm tents and never come back. You looked really strong going into mile 50 - you've got the ability to finish one, and I'd bet on you being able to finish a 200+ miler too! Get another one on your schedule - you'll crush it!

[@Wickedweirdwednesday]

Honestly, it’s really nice to see someone actually DNF. A lot of people wouldn’t show that part. These races are tough and so many people try and DNF and it’s just part of it. You are still inspiring and we still want to see the journey.

[@taoist32]

What kind of training goes into these ultramarathons? I trained and did one marathon years ago. The training itself was difficult. Must be really consuming to be able to train for a 50+ marathon.

[@thatgymgirl9590]

Oh Natacha... I almost cried at the third attempt. You're such a strong persistent woman. I can't believe how much will is in you. We're so so so proud of you. Thank you for simply existing and showing us the face of victory. You may have not completed these races but in our eyes, you're still the biggest winner out there. Please take care of your ankle. I know you're a fighter and you really wanted to succeed but I'm damn sure you'll get it soon. Just prioritize yourself, your physical and mental health. You're out of this world, girl!! Missed your videos and can't wait for you to post more. tight hugs xoxo

[@paigesettar2543]

"I wonder what Natcha's doing" entered my mind more often than the Roman Empire... and to now see how committed youve been to reaching your goal and doing the hard work everyone usually ignores (rehab) gives me motivation to sort out my niggles and get running properly again. I felt angry and sad watching you having to stop 3 times, but I know you were probably way more angry and sad in those moments and still came out of it with motivation and positivity. Way to keep at it, it will make the end result so much sweeter! Allez allez allez!

[@fattymcchugchug]

Keep going Natacha! Running 100 miles is not easy. The fact that you ran around 85 miles is an insane achievement in itself. Good for you for listening to your body.

[@bravosauce]

Girl you've entered 3 ultramarathons, that is nowhere near talking about something with no action! You should be so proud of yourself - as a competitive athlete it's so relatable and so helpful to see the ups and downs with mental and physical states and dealing with injuries and inspiring to see you push your body but knowing when to stop and coming back stronger. Can't wait to see you smash it when you get the 100 mile goal :)

[@withakiwiontop]

The sheer willpower this takes. To go through most of an ultramarathon three times. To train and prepare and make so much space for it in your life three times. To have your body and things out of your control get in your way three times. And to still keep going. This is not a joke, this is so damn hard and I deeply admire your strength, endurance and dedication Natacha - both mentally and physically. I'm just in awe. Thank you so much. For everything. You already are amazing. ❤ Love from Germany, Jessica 🤗🌻

[@micah4maz]

Your determination + Mario's support = unstoppable. Amazing to watch you, girl! Keep on getting them, we'll be cheering you on forever.

[@tabithawills4389]

Ouuuuf - this is the type of video that isn't shared enough. And I know this was likely so hard to edit together and share with millions of people. But WOW, are we so grateful you did. I consistently only see highlight reels of people smashing it, but this is such a beautiful representation of the journey

[@veronikawenkeova8026]

The fact that it didn't work out first time, but even the second and third time...and you still trying, not giving up, and take the good stuff of it is so so inspirational... Thank you so much for it ❤❤❤ for all of us! 😊☀️

[@tlanthony82]

So grateful and excited to see awareness for Endo growing!! I had no clue that it even existed until I met my wife in 2015. The next 6 years was filled with tons of pain, tons of medication, a few surgeries, and anything in between to gain relief. After about the 6th different OB, we found a routine that fit her body and supressed her pain so she could have a normal life. We are now 4 months pregnant with all green lights across the board for a healthy pregnancy. We absolutely could not be more excited and ready to SHOUT that there is life after ENDO and there is a chance to find relief after years of struggle.

[@natachaoceane]

I have tears in my eyes. There’s literally so much I want to say. Thank you for being there for her. She is unbelievable for her strength. You both deserve so much happiness in your family with all you’ve been through, I pray that’s exactly what the next few years are for you both. Please tell her she’s absolutely incredible and thank you for sharing that 🫶

[@jessieliana]

My sister has endo do you think you could tell me what helped your wife and I could tell my sister? She has already had one surgery.

[@tlanthony82]

@jessieliana Finding a doctor that listens to you and has knowledge of endo is crucial. Limiting foods and drinks that aggravate endo (just basic research). My wife found a birth control that worked for her and she always skipped the sugar pills, causing her to skip her period. That was a game changer for her. That doesn't work for everyone, but it gave her a much better quality of life. She stopped taking the birth control when we started trying again. She had a few hard months during her cycle, but nothing like she had experienced in the passed.

[@jessieliana]

@@tlanthony82 thanks so much 🤍

[@tlanthony82]

@@jessieliana hoping your sister is holding strong!!!!

[@jessicatda]

This is proof that it’s never really about changing your body or looking a certain way, it’s about pushing and pushing, falling and standing back up. Natasha this is incredible, you are such an inspiration 😍

[@biancan482]

I don't think I've ever seen someone post a "failure", which of course this isn't really, because just attempting a race like this is amazing! But honestly it shows us that failing shouldn't get us down and to keep going strong! Thank you for that Natacha!! ❤

[@ajunasoerjadi]

Seeing you recover from injuries is so motivating. I always feel devastated when I get an injury and I get so anxious I will never be able to run again. But seeing this made me confident my body can recover. If you can run 100 miles, I can certainly run a marathon next year in Paris

[@natachaoceane]

hey beautiful 🦋 I totally get that. Your body has incredible power to heal: in my last couple of injuries I've worked with physios (and also an osteopath who was recommended by my physios when I had a particular back problem) and found that finding specialists who you trust can be transformative. My number one rec is always to find a physio you trust (even just one visit is amazing, they'll guide you on how to recover)! I'm so confident in you, and maybe I'll see you in Paris! My family want to run Paris next year!

[@Enryaa]

Stopping was 100% the right call, without a doubt in my mind. Shivering uncontrollably, while being drenched, without an opportunity to get dry or warm, not thinking straight, being exhausted (which reduces your ability to keep warm)... you were already experiencing quite advanced hypothermia, and that's a life-threatening emergency. Thank you for this video, it's so inspiring to follow your highs and lows, and also seeing you genuinely enjoying and learning from the journey. It's almost making me want to go running again... :)

[@SamKaczurart]

Your perseverance is so much more inspiring than to do ONE race. The fact of showing the process of different conditions (rain and heat), injuries, your period, stomach issues... it shows how most of us would probably experience a race. That it won't be the first one, but after multiple attempts. You continue to run, to go through healing, revisit, rehab, and adjustments allow us to see how the process truly is AND TO KEEP GOING. You inspire me so much. Keep being you, girl! Every "failed" race is not a failure but a lesson and even more so "training" for the ultimate WIN!

[@myviljaravnbg2086]

im super impressed that you keep trying. many years ago i was training for my first marathon. and i loved running so much. i have cptsd and bipolar and lots of anxity. and running really helped with the symptoms. but 3 weeks before the run i got runners knees and wasent able to run at all. i cryed my eyes out. and unfortunaly i have devoloped other illnesses since, that at one point, made me bedbound for a year. im now working my self up, im out of the bed and the wheelchair. and i can take long walks. i miss running so much and it was a joy following your journey. you are awsome!!!

[@Titi-kl6lq]

As a runner myself I LOVED to see this. This was way more inspirationnal than making a video about successfully finishing one ( altough I just know that you will get there!). You taught us about trials and errors, and perseverence and this is the real face of sport. As long as you get up and continue to try you are winning! Looking up to you so much!

[@guinntessence]

I gasped out loud when your ankle twisted. 😨 I'm so sorry that happened but I'm so thankful you listened to your body, like always, and bowed out of the race to keep yourself safe and healthy. You are such an inspiration to me, perhaps even more when doing something like that. I think sometimes (or at least for some of us) it's so much easier to push up to a breaking point rather than find the truest strength: Taking care of ourselves and putting ourselves first. Thank you for sharing your whole journey with us. ❤

[@kristenfader2088]

Natacha, because of your prep videos for the 100 miles, I was inspired to see if you could spend 3 hours in the gym running/cycling to train cardio, I could spend 30min, which turned into an hour which turned into 1h30, which turned into fuck it I’m doing my first half marathon which I completed with 3 months of training at 2h28m!! I’m pushing for a full next year now

[@natachaoceane]

hey Kristen!!! what amazing amazing progress!!! that makes my whole day to hear, please don't forget that you're capable of exactly the same in so many areas of your life. beyond proud, I'm so happy for you whatever you decide to do next!!

[@flopisainztrapaga]

💛💛

[@unknown62937]

​@@flopisainztrapagaThat is awesome, congratulations!! You can be so proud of yourself, keep going 🎉

[@kate-ne]

In my opinion, the humility of stopping 80% of the way through says more about your mental strength than it does about you caving in to some mindset of weakness. I have mad respect for people who are transparent about knowing when to call it quits! ♥️

[@hollym7878]

This year has not gone the way I had planned, either. Thank you for the reminder and inspiration to NEVER GIVE UP!

[@natachaoceane]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 👏👏👏👏 never give up 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 so much love my friend!!!

[@wintrygarden]

Natacha, i think your persistence IS a natural talent! you have such a gift for setting goals and then being patient enough with yourself to achieve them. and it inspires all of us to build our persistence muscles so that we too can achieve our goals with determination and drive. you are really a gift to the world, i hope you can remind yourself of that as you attempt and complete this event in future!

[@SoniaBonia33]

Seeing you keep trying over and over is more inspiring than any other result. I’ve never been more proud of someone I don’t know. Thank you so much for showing us all of it Natacha. ❤

[@natachaoceane]

hello Sonia 🥺🌸 that is such a kind comment and means more than you know. I think it's in my nature to second guess myself a little with videos like this so it really means a lot that you enjoyed it 🌈

[@rachelrose99]

You accomplished the Iron Man because of your determination and discipline. You will accomplish this Ultra Marathon because of you CHARACTER AND INTEGRITY. This journey is nothing short of amazing and a true inspiration.

[@katiesackett2321]

Babe you attempted 3 100 mile races and crushed 182 miles in them. You are absolutely rocking it. Your persistence and dedication are the biggest inspiration. I'm glad you prioritized your health and have no doubt, when the time is right, you will crush 100 miles in 24 hours.

[@georginahenry3735]

I just ran my first marathon and was left not being able run even 500m due to referred pain from my calf. It’s been very frustrating going from running long distance to not being able to run at all.. Watching this made me so emotional and was so inspiring because it takes so much strength to respect what our bodies are telling us and to know when to step back! You are truly inspiring!

[@xmoebabyx]

I AM SO IMPRESSED but NOT AT ALL SURPRISED in your tenacity, dedication, discipline and persistence!! You're basically a superhero

[@chesleegarrett]

I don't think you understand how many of us needed to see a video like this. Thank you for showing your real, raw journey

[@annadan318]

What an emotional rollercoaster! Felt like we were going through the highs and lows of each race with you. It is such a special thing to share; you are a powerhouse.

[@Theresia66]

I love how multiple of my favourite fitness channels started posting again after a break, just as i'm getting back on track myself.

[@amandastroh8672]

Oh my gosh I’ve been rewatching all of your older videos because I missed your content so much! So glad to see you upload again. You’re so inspiring!!❤❤❤

[@natachaoceane]

I missed you too Amanda!! Hope you've been doing well!! All my love xxxx

[@nicoladownward8061]

Natacha!!! You DID that! Not many people would attempt a 100-miler even once, let alone 3 times!! That itself is a huge accomplishment and shows your strength & the superpowers you've built up both physically and mentally. Thank you for being vulnerable and showing us that we are all human, and things won't always go how we want them to or expect them to. During each of your narrations/explanations of why you decided to DNF I was nodding along with you. You 1000% made the right call to support your physical and mental health. We are all so proud of you, and so happy to see another video of yours after so long! Your energy is contagious - keep it up!

[@hannahelizabeth6502]

The fact that you had the persistence to get up and try again so many times is absolutely incredible. I can not wait to see the video “I finished my 100 mile race in under 24 hours”

[@emmyjamet6885]

You don’t understand how IMPRESSED I am, you are such an inspiration, trying 3 times is SO SO SO brave and just shows how strong you are. And the craziest I think is how happy and exited you were every single time. I just what to hug you and tell you how proud you should be of yourself. I don’t really know you but I just wanted to say how I am so proud of you, and I hope you are of yourself ❤

[@zethuzulu7202]

Oh Natacha the heart you have to post this? Thank you so much for being this vulnerable with us. What a great comeback ❤

[@xxbeexx97]

YOU MADE THE RIGHT DECISION! You listened to your body, you’ve pushed yourself so much and got back out there so many times. You were mentally strong enough to assess the situation and care about your general longevity. Well done Natacha. You should be so proud, because all of us definitely are of you!!!!

[@leenrihawi7594]

This was way more inspiring than any 100 miles finisher race. Love that you kept going for it, the tenacity and the commitment to recovery . Can’t wait for your finisher video

[@bonenettle]

I dont usually comment on videos but I just wanted to say you gave me so much courage and inspiration, which isnt what I expected. I intimately understand how frustrating and heartbreaking it is to have a reoccuring injury (my knee) and seeing you go through something so similar, where just a MINOR thing ruins it all, and then conquering it again... just... thank you. I'm gonna keep going. Thank you thank you thank you

[@lisadewilde4642]

Ive been through a few DNFs and it’s horrible. But the fact that you kept coming back, entering 3 ULTRA marathons, is incredible! You’re truly an inspiration!

[@tiacrous6385]

I can't think of one reason to be dissapointed about this. The distances you ran, the mentality you applied, the absolute masterpiece of power and fitness which is your body is only some of the multiple reasons I am proud of you and why you should be so incredibly proud of yourself. When you do something for so long and surround yourself with people doing the same thing (running the ultramarathon) you forget how incredibly outrageous, astounding and impressive it is what you did. My goodness, it feels like you are missing the point entirely (I mean this in a respectful and sincere way). You are hands down the most impressive athlete I have encountered. You can do it all! Thank you for being such an inspiration. Thank you for trying again and again. That is the most impressive and courageous thing any person could do. You absolutely did not fail. You perservered.

[@zoepanstingl5753]

I'm very proud of you that you don't just show us all the good things. You show us the struggles too and thats very important, thank you for that❤️

[@olarucka4973]

You literally give me so much motivation, after every single one of your videos I feel like I can do anything. The fact that you tried to do this marathon 3 times is just crazy to me. Physical part of this kind of training is undoubtedly exhausting but I think that the mental part is not easier at all. AND YOU DECIDED TO GO TROUGH THIS 3 TIMES. And on top of that you’re always so relatable, not pretending to be okay even though you’re not and not being super dramatic and pompous at the same time. You’re just super real and yourself which is soooo rare nowadays🥰

[@Evraaah]

Natacha, I cried at this video. Your persistence is inspiring. The awareness and respect you have for body and self is astounding. And you do it all not to brag but to make yourself proud. You are so inspirational. I hope you are so so so proud of yourself. Thank you for also including the sad and disappointing bits. I have so much respect for you. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!! ❤

[@JaeyunYD05]

It's still extremely impressive seeing you run a cool two marathons back to back even when you injured yourself. You have incredible willpower and are an inspiration!

[@emmac.2692]

Natacha, your ability to have major curveballs thrown your way and come back stronger and even more determined is just a testament to your drive and character. It is so incredible to watch you work towards these massive goals you have and still find the positive in tough situations. We all know you'll hit your 100mi soon, but even if you didn't this is still an enormous accomplishment. You are such an inspiration to so many people!!

[@mima9277]

very well put

[@doyalaundry]

You show us all how humans can and should move through the world. Cryin and proud of you lil bean.

[@yoitzmaddie]

The fact it was the SAME ANKLE… life really do be like that sometimes 😭 happy to see you always push through. Regardless of the outcome, you’re one of the most inspiring people out there 🤩

[@MariaM-fe3ix]

I am really never compelled to comment. But I was (am) struggling through a tough fitness/body image/ mental health time. I can't seem to lose the postpartum weight, I am very tired, and overwhelmed with work. But then I saw you getting your butt to a race and filming it and putting it here and I don't know- I think it gave me hope? If she can do that, I can do my thing. No problem. Just do it. Every time you fall, you get up. Thank you Natasha ❤ I am very moved by your resilience

[@summerrennie9493]

I’m going to the gym for the first time in four years to do your restart program and for the first time I’m actually excited about exercise so thank you Natacha. I’m so proud of you for everything you inspire me endlessly xxx

[@natachaoceane]

you are a superstar, just remember finding the rhythm can be the hardest part so do it your way and I promise once that ball is rolling you'll fall in love with the feeling again!! so much love for you, I'm forever grateful for your trust.

[@summerrennie9493]

Thank you Natacha ❤️ I wish all the happiness in the world x

[@jamielamer2696]

When I was teaching surfing, I always used to tell my students: “If you aren’t falling, you aren’t learning.” Because you literally fall constantly when surfing, especially as a beginner. Falling is also how you learn to surf properly. I live far from the ocean now, but I still use that phrase ALL THE TIME. Thank you for sharing the stumbles & falls, demonstrating all you’ve learned. THAT is more valuable than a win, although the wins are easier to share & more fun to have. Totally here for the ups & downs. You’re awesome ❤

[@EbbaBerg]

honestly Natacha there is no one that inspire me more than you. was terrified of going to the gym by myself but I kept thinking of how fun you made exercise look and now I go 3-4 times a week and I'm loving it so much! next goal is running a half marathon next year! sending you lots of love, you literally have had such a positive impact on my life through your videos

[@natachaoceane]

You don’t know HOW happy I am for you!!!! Isn’t it the best feeling in the world to actually love it?? I hope as many people feel that way as humanly possible and I’m so happy for you! A half marathon sounds very very fun!! I hope you’ll keep me updated on how it’s all going 👏

[@EbbaBerg]

thank you for replying! it truly is the best feeling ever and thank you! of course haha

[@analiatapia4004]

I love how real you are and how much courage you showed in this video! I'm running my first half marathon and I've been really scared that I wont be able to do it. Im still going to train my hardest, but thank you for what you said about the importance of persistance!

[@kimberly.hornberg]

I'd love to hear your 100-mile playlist! Also, your persistence is the ultimate motivator. Thank you for sharing your "failed" attempts. I feel like that part of the journey is not frequently shown and that's just another reason I admire your content so much.

[@natachaoceane]

that would be so cool to share: I also have a playlist of everyone's favourite happy songs from a poll on my Instagram and honestly it's *chef's kiss* of the highest order! I'll do my best to compile them and share on the next (and final 😅) ultra video!

[@slapdashdigo6758]

I can't believe you do an ultramarathon. And I can't believe it further that you attempted it THREE TIMES. UNBELIEVABLE Natacha🤯🤯🤯🤯. We all know the courage to start doing something is grave. but trying again and again??!!! and like I said, it is unbelievable already that you went for an ultramarathon OMG girl. Thank you for such a dope and mind blowing content as always.

[@jade.dasilva]

"I've always relied on being persistent" I loved that and it resonates in so many areas of life! You are so inspiring and it's such a privilege to be a spectator to someone who is THIS resilient and honest. Thank you :')

[@shekinahgee]

Natache, from a Pacific Island girl in New Zealand who is struggling to keep getting up to try again with fitness and health I just want to say - thank you. You are the real deal 💛 You're honesty, dedication and authenticity is why I have followed you for years now! You are an inspiration and thank you so much for the opportunity to have a window in your world. So much love xx

[@ella-hope-222]

the fact that your unfinished 100mi races still mean you did THREE ultramarathons this year is an amazing feat itself. You inspire me so much. Thank you for posting the *whole* journey and consistently being the real-est fitness creator I know.

[@sarahhutchinson4523]

Hey girl! We met in Heathrow in Feb and was rooting you on for this race! I’m sad to hear that you didn’t complete it but looking forward to new adventures to come! Keep crushing it, chica!

[@catiehall416]

you are inspiring, as always, and i also want you to know how much it means to me to see someone who IS so positive still struggle. sometimes i think my own mind manifests negative outcomes but sometimes 💩 just happens and you just keep getting up and trying again. thanks for showing this side Natacha, im sure it wasnt easy editing down all this footage and watching your attempts and watching where it hurt ❤

[@natachaoceane]

thank you Cathie! The mind does powerful things! I wasn't sure about uploading this video and I wasn't expecting to not manage to get it done 3 times in a row 😂 but I felt I should share how imperfect the journey was for any perfectionists out there ❤ hopefully it feels similar to how it felt for me - a true rollercoaster 😂 it'll feel so sweet when I get it! xxx

[@simonelategan6927]

Needed to read this so much. It’s so true 🩷 thank you for this and thank you Natacha x

[@runningrigert]

You made the right decision. Reflecting when we feel well isn’t fair to the self that was in poop conditions and had to decide. You accomplished an incredible feat. Stopping and listening to your body is very respectable!

[@rarararey]

Wow when she was going for the third I was completely and in awe and telling my boyfriend she’s doing another one - crazy!!! This is so inspiring Natacha, to push hard despite the bumps. You inspire me! And it’s so nice to see your face again ❤

[@jesspirani]

Girl, you’re an absolute legend. I would’ve given up ages ago. In fact, if I’m very honest, I wouldn’t even have attempted the first run in the first place, but you’ve tried over and over again and you’re not done yet. Very well done. Massive inspiration!

[@junehill1784]

I missed you so so much but I knew you were up to something special. I appreciate you taking us on this journey with you and I can't wait to see you cross that finish line. You are the perfect combination of persistent, positive, and patient and I find that incredibly inspirational. You'll get there. I know it. You know it. We all know it. I take better care of myself because of you. I hope you know that's probably true for a lot of your subscribers. So thank you for reminding me that I deserve to be healthy and proud of myself, always. I love you for that! P.S. Huge shout out to Mario! What a supportive king.

[@sannahuyssen4767]

My mom has always asked me if I have anybody I look up to. And I’ve never had an answer. Or at least I’ve never felt that people should be put on a pedestal and looked up to, because we are all human, making mistakes, living our lives. But I’ve come to find that I look up to you, and that you inspire me beyond words to keep pushing and trying for what I want. Whether that be in my undergrad, or trying to be a better version of myself through athletic, or more generally, life. You are such an inspiration to me and I can’t thank you enough for being who you are ❤️

[@mollyk3768]

The community and support at those events seemed wonderful. So proud of you for giving it a go and thank you for letting us come along. You’re amazing. Persistance is the only way people have ever gotten anywhere.

[@Colley_co]

I am so damn proud of you! You say you don’t like talking about something without action, but every minute of what you showed us was months of action and moving towards your goal, regardless of if you have hit it yet or not. Honestly it’s more inspiring that you have kept at it, than if you had achieved it your first go. I am so happy you are back and I can’t wait to see you make it happen! ❤

[@mehco-op9061]

This video means so much to me. I sprained my ankle about 5 months ago and im still in rehabilitation. It feels like it will never get better but seeing this has giving me hope that I will be back to sport soon!

[@julietteferrars3097]

Rehab is so frustrating! Thank you for keeping it real. I've had a really hard time since my car accident having to work back up to how healthy I was before. It's like, "I shouldn't need to work on this, I was perfectly fine before, now I'm not even making progress, I'm just regaining lost ground." Super upsetting, but I'm so proud of how you listen to your body and pick yourself back up after every let down. Stay strong and rest up! ❤

[@easilystartled2203]

there aren't many channels here on YT that I actively go and check if they've uploaded any new videos, but you are one of them! Lovely to see you out there killing it despite the injuries and setbacks ; . ; and the fact you ran these on your period! Incredible :')

[@carolineroslonowski4589]

“Things don’t go right the first time; or even the second or third time.” I needed that reminder. I am such a hardcore perfectionist that I cannot bring myself to try new things because I know I won’t be “good” at them the first time I try. Thank you for reminding me that things do not always go as you planned, but that does not make them unworthy endeavors. Perfection is a myth and no one is a master their first attempts; moreover, you are not a failure if those first attempts do not pan out. Love you and all you do❤

[@kaytim414]

Not me balling throughout this entire vid, lol! I never knew I could love someone I've never met so much but here we are! I'm so proud of you and believe in you so much 💕💕💕 Thank you for bringing us along for the journey and I'm so stoked to see what's ahead for you! Sending all my love and support!!

[@heathermarchese4371]

The message at the end is somehow just what I needed to hear about a completely unrelated topic. I have been having a breakdown this morning because I've been searching for a job for months now, waiting for the next chapter of my life to finally begin, but it's just not happening at all how I wanted it to or expected it to. I'm so sad but I keep trying and trying and hoping that one of these times, it all works out. Thank you!

[@villainsoup]

man I teared up so many times watching you persist and try again. I'm thankful you shared this video and all attempts, even though they were perfect or didn't have the outcome you hoped for. Proud of you and rooting for you!!

[@DevaLopez-t6s]

I immediately starting crying when you said you went back again. Idk something about seeing someone so excited to live just fills me w so much joy too

[@marykalter13]

going through health stuff and have had no energy to run the 10 or more miles I used to do on the regular. this video while your struggles are different than mine really just helped me a lot. I've been feeling horrible because my conditioning is gone and I feel really held back by my health at the moment. its nice to see that it doesn't always go according to plan even for the elites (of which I consider you one). thanks for this video! I hope we can both accomplish what we want to within the next year :)

[@katerinagualandi9830]

I believe that this kind of sport is completely different from other in the fact that the very first goal is NOT to win an ultramarathon but to "simply" finish it! Everything has a different weight here so it's just normal to need different attempt just to complete the first ultra. Sometimes we just see athletes when they already overcame the moment you are in, thus making it seem easy not only to finish an ultra but also to win it. I believe what you are showing is the most inspiring moment, so I don't think you need to thank us for being patient. The most inspiring thing is seeing you enjoying the process, meaning also experience not only positive emotions along the way. Just keep going, but most importantly, keep enjoying it

[@arjanvanderzwan537]

You are the poster girl for awesomeness. Big big big respect for the persistence and resilience you're showing in this video. One to watch again and again everytime there's a bump in the road to my goals. Very inspiring.

[@NIk4Nak]

Thank you for showing your journey. Thank you for using your platform for normalizing “failure” but still keeping at it. We need more people to show this side of the reality of our goals. Not everything is picture perfect on our first attempts. So, for that, thank you.

[@sofiahernandes5272]

I loved watching this video, it felt so uplifting and fun. Trust Natacha to make every video this positive even when she's had a hard time ❤ thanks for taking us on the adventure N

[@katherineschutz5745]

I have never witnessed so much resilience in my life, holy shit you are amazing!!

[@leonied.9973]

You go girl!!!! Not even 2 minutes in but you seem so happy and radiant! You gotta be so proud of yourself!! You never give up, that’s so good of you, the mind strength you have!

[@alpacalad7492]

You just became my favorite KZbinr. You made really smart decisions the first two times and listened to your body the last time. Congratulations on making it through significant portions of each race and thank you for posting such vulnerable and honest videos for the world.

[@Yuuki1805]

Girl. You are A ROCKSTAR. Rain, Darkness, No sleep.. it gets so emotional. I did a 100km march and had to stop after 70 due to blisters, and that's not even nearly as tough as what you did! And I felt super emotional after being cold, in the dark and wet for a while. Did not expect the toll this type of endurance has on the mind. So, you did AMAZINGLY. You are the absolute inspiration out there. You can be beyond PROUD of yourself. Thank you for sharing your progress and determination!

[@VladyaReverdin]

Your resilience in keep showing up and keep trying is just so impressive. I have been dealing with REDS and a stress fracture this year and when I thought I was finally able to come back to running, I now have issues with shin splints that prevent me from even dreaming about entering a race again.. But your video motivated me to stay positive and keep putting in the work! You are such an inspiration!

[@katherinefrost9762]

Whether you decide to do it eventually or not, you’re a beast and your fitness and ability to inspire people is never in question.

[@Moon_Puff]

Joining the hundreds that have already commented - so happy to have you back and to be able to rejoin you on your journey through life, fitness, and health!