LONDON MARATHON 2023

[@JonW9999]

It was my first marathon yesterday and I felt quite emotional watching this back. So many memories I will treasure forever. I was delighted with my time of 4:18:36 and look forward to chasing down sub 4.

[@justalilbester]

Wow nothing quite like your first! Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉 what a race to do it in!

[@garyflynn3762]

Well done !!!

[@hairychris444]

Good luck - you've got this! I ran 2021 in about the same time as you. Took a few years to run a 2nd road marathon, finally did so in Manc 2024 and got sub-3:45. Buzzing! Manc was fun but London support is truly next level. Volunteering London 2024 & really looking forward to chatting to the runners while doing bags at the start.

[@darrendeas1408]

So happy for that girl Jess at 19 years old,great run!

[@garyflynn3762]

Agree, good time she ran and she got a record !!! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@Tonynz]

Saw her heads down, working hard all the way. Pure grit. Excellent work Jess!

[@rhydianhooper8386]

Love the vibes! One day I’ll be fast enough to join that bus 🙏 Well done Jess as well, that was amazing!

[@justalilbester]

Yes you will! We’ll have a BA 🚎 every year!

[@hughwatkin2779]

Ace footage of an epic day...chuffed to spot myself soon after 5km when the green wave joined you guys. Top work on the pacing and celebrating the atmosphere. What a day!

[@wandelpassiert8064]

Jess' determination was staggering!! So happy for her!! Best female Scotish U20 runner of all time!!

[@justalilbester]

She's going places!! So determined!!

[@janamvaidya8599]

Just saw this video. With someone who has just started his running journey, this video inspired me a lot. My ultimate aim in the next 2 years is to do a sub 3 and run at Boston. I currently run 10k in practice with 53 minutes my PR so far. Improving every day!! The best part about this video was how Nick and crew motivated everyone and kept them going, trying to keep the herd together so everyone can finish a sub 3. Kudos to you man!!!!

[@justalilbester]

Thanks for this!!!! 2 years for your sub 3 at Boston!! 🦄 Perhaps I’ll be there that year too! Go get it champ!

[@andrewgrenville5330]

I enjoyed watching that more than I did running yesterday, 2:38 for me, pacing sub 3 looks more fun!

[@GarethBriggs]

Thanks for this Nick, was great to see! My wife spotted you on course! Ran my first yesterday in 4:47:26 and even though it was a rough one, just want to kick on and do more.

[@peteryun8379]

Wow wow wow! Thanks for sharing the great experience! It was SO FUN to watch and 32 min went by super fast. I just added London marathon on my bucket list. Let's go Nick!

[@jon8583]

Love your videos, such an uplifting person. I did 3.53 so a bit behind you and found it hard to enjoy towards the end, but this video is a great memory of the amazing crowds. Love it.

[@stevelawson49]

What an awesome video. Loved doing the race yesterday and this video really captures what the atmosphere was like

[@tnan123]

Great atmosphere. Congrats to all the runners. You're all so inspiring!

[@paulhanson1600]

Brilliant times from all your gang to go sub 3hr. I'll always remember this one 2023 as it was my first ever marathon and I hit my target of sub 4 (3:51) - your video from last year was pretty helpful for me running this year to remember all the points/landmarks and tunnels etc so I knew what was coming! My favourite part was Tower Bridge when I got to Big Ben I was in too much pain then!!

[@danielhehir863]

Awe inspiring race video! Glad to be in it twice and run alongside you for sections of the race. Until I couldn’t hold my pace. Top guy and what an amazing race!

[@justalilbester]

Glad you loved it too mate and keep grinding, next time you'll stay in the pack all the way to the end!

[@ThomasMutton]

Great video Nick. I was spectating at mile 11 and shouted boom-shakalaka to you and you pointed back. That was a very cool moment I won't forget! 😂

[@stephenrobinson4449]

Great Video , Thanks Nick and great pacing!

[@MrLorenzobringheli]

wish for my first marathon (in 11 months from now) i would run next to someone so positive and strong as you!

[@jameshuff3757]

What an epic video, 5🌟 enjoyed that almost as much as running it for my first time on Sunday 🎉❤👏👏

[@matthewrichardson3590]

Thanks for capturing and sharing this Nick. I ran on Sunday, trying to soak up the experience, but a lot of the route passes by in a blur especially towards the end when it all gets a bit gnarly. Watching this is a great reminder of how much support there was out there. Fantastic stuff thank you.

[@helenharbottle8182]

I was an hour behind you but so special to relive it at your much faster (and very jolly) pace! Awesome. Thank you.

[@paulwood8838]

I ran London yesterday and smashed my PB in 2:45:26 following your 16 week training plan! I ran past you just before 5km and wanted to scream “You legend”, but thought I should get on with running! That gave me such a boost! You legend!

[@justalilbester]

Love hearing it!!! Well done ledge!! That is an epic time!!!

[@kaspernielsen1543]

Great video! Can really feel the atmosphere again. Great before todays running schedule. Thank you Nick 🙏🏼 😀

[@justalilbester]

Glad you enjoyed it and I hope you had a good run!!

[@kaspernielsen1543]

@@justalilbester yes I had a nice run with a new PR ☀️😁

[@justalilbester]

@@kaspernielsen1543 Boom Shakalaka!! 💥💥💥

[@darylbickford]

Great video!!!! This gives me an idea of what I'll be running this April!!! So excited!

[@Firedragon919]

Heartrate at 135 with 14kmh. You are such a crazy beast. Props to all the ladies, who hold that pace.

[@roberthodgson3574]

Pumped just watching this. Love Nick's enthusiasm, I think he would get the best out of anybody in that pack.

[@katiejohnston3844]

ACE to see 19yo Jess on there, especially as a 19yo about to run London in 2 weeks. Incredible job girl!

[@JohnPayne-lu1kc]

Great video. It really captures the spirit of London, including bits I blocked out!

[@alexc.c.4025]

that looked so fun from start to end. What better event to bring all kind of peoples from around the world together to have a great time and celebrate in unity

[@LexiS14]

Great running guys! So much positive energy all the way through. My run fell apart around mile 19 when I kept getting cramp in my right hamstring. Kudos to you guys. 👍🏻💪🏻

[@mombug4451]

After the Paris Marathon not going as well as I expected and feeling a bit down and confused as to what to do next and whether to keep racing, I so appreciate watching you not only displaying such joy of running but also out there supporting and encouraging other runners. I really enjoyed this blog! Thank you!

[@mikehobbs624]

Great video of the action Nick! What a party it was out there! I absolutely love London. The crowds were insane. I was out there too for my 8th London, but my first for 4 years and ran 3.14.30. I hope to be back next year and would love to be in that sub 3 hour group. It was great meeting you at the expo on Friday. I'm really looking forward to seeing you break 2.20 in Berlin!

[@paulsmith9939]

So inspirational Nick, really enjoyed it. I ran two Comrades marathons in SA and knew the other, much older Nick Bester, who won Comrades. Amazing how much you interacted with the crowd and still finished in under 3 hours. Good luck for Berlin!

[@justalilbester]

Haha aaah yes lot's of people get myself and the other Nick Bester confused. Thanks very much Paul!

[@abdullatieffarrat4050]

1w

[@lisacnicholas1]

I love the support you gave Jess!!!! Absolutely fantastic. 🎉🎉🎉

[@justalilbester]

100000% worth it! So satisfying to see her nail it!!

[@jaseinclee]

Well done! Always watch the London Marathon

[@justalilbester]

Nice 🙌🏻 It’s too good of an event to miss it! 🎉

[@sheldon59]

Brilliant Video and well done Jess! 🎉

[@TKNORTH]

This was a joy to watch! I spotted you at section that doubles back on the day and shouted at you haha My first ever marathon, what an incredible experience to make London my first!

[@juliemckie72]

Wow fantastic video Nick, really captured the magic of London on Sunday (I ran too) 🎉

[@DeeKay1911]

Epic video and epic city. Well done London!!

[@SimonBerry]

Amazing, in awe of the fast runners. Did my first London Marathon on Sunday, thoroughly enjoyed it but slower than you guys.

[@sellis1799]

The best London Marathon 2023 video. I would have loved to have been your pack when I was doing sub 3 's many years ago. Your love of the sport shines through and you must have run extra distance with your detours on the course 😂

[@infocuslearning]

I really enjoyed this video Nick. I ran the race myself on Sunday, and having your video highlights brings back great memories for me. I also love your exuberance but you must have run 45k with all your swooping around!

[@koeloyuk]

BOOMSHALAKA! I have my first marathon in Amsterdam. Aiming for a very optimistic 03:30:00 - 04:00:00. Got me hyped up watching your vids!

[@justalilbester]

With that energy I’m backing you to smash sub 3:30 ;) let’s goooo!

[@fatrunner]

Amazing video, I ran it too and was chuffed with a sub 5. 😊

[@runjamesrun]

Great running, and a great account of the day!

[@BilalOz2012]

Wow you guys made it look like a lot of fun, the crowd is amazing

[@Tonynz]

I'm pushing for my first marathon this October. Hoping for a sub-4. Let's go!

[@krzysztof815]

Incredible to watch, a lot of energy!!! Maybe next year it will be my turn to start :) Cheers!"

[@justalilbester]

GOOD LUCK and hopefully you get in :)

[@beverleywillis3457]

Fabulous video, 3.25 for me not quite a pb but first london and it was amazing !! My favourite was Canary Wharf the noise was unreal !!

[@dannyrichardson8861]

Just back home having finished in 3:15:07… hope I see you next year or the year after or the year after… I’m coming for sub 3! Love your energy! Keep doing what you’re doing 👊🏃‍♂️🔥

[@LDNsurrey]

Legend! Well done great video

[@grhadfield81]

Just done my first marathon and got 5 hours having only reached 15 miles in training due to illness and injury. I have a goal of reaching sub 4 next year and will continue to follow you to try and achieve that goal!

[@robriley8454]

Awesome vid, really hope to run London next year. Also I spotted myself at 20:54 supporting (mile 25) 😅

[@garyflynn3762]

Great video, great running , well done

[@tomascanevaro4292]

I'm 28 this year and got into running last september. So far i've got a 22:06 5k, 48:33 10k and 1:58 HM. I'm hoping to run my first marathon this year in under 4 hours, training hard for it 😄

[@dididubalier2196]

You go too fast. I mean, 1 year running and already marathon its so fast. Normally people need more years

[@RUNRUNRUN3000]

@@dididubalier2196 There are no rules. Everyone at their own pace!

[@gary_runs]

Another Great Video Nick!! You made that Sub3 look so easy, and us runners know how difficult it actually is!! Keep up the great work mate your always an inspiration! LET'S GOOOOOOOO!!! 🔵⚪️👊🏻

[@justalilbester]

Cheers Gary! Always appreciate your support champ! Onwards and Upwards!

[@jonathanwatkins447]

Howzit. Boom shakalak amazing results all, but especially Jess. She smashed it. Crazy at 19. Enjoyed the video boet

[@미라클모닝-r7e]

Wow~~~ Amazing!!

[@harryburtgolf98]

Wow this has given me so much motivation for my first half in 2 weeks. Absolute legend nick and the team, hopefully I get to run London next year 🙏❤️

[@justalilbester]

Good luck for the half and I hope you get into London too 🇬🇧

[@harryburtgolf98]

Thank you!

[@MattRunsColorado]

Phenomenal video brother. I hope to get sub 3 some day as well. I'm not there yet but sub 3:15 is on in about 4 weeks here in Denver!!

[@Andy.mikhail137]

When I saw your hr at 137....I could not stop laughing....mine is usually at 175 at that stage 😂

[@dannyrichardson8861]

I thought the same!

[@mattb6873]

Been looking forward to this

[@chuck4863]

Great authentic content.

[@unboundk9]

My bf and I watched this video yesterday evening and we could not believe you easily ran under 3h, waving to people, running to them etc - so fun! great vibes :D

[@lizgreen2936]

You are such an inspiration it's amazing!!!... Omg my fellow scot Jess did amazing I hope she got the record!.. My friend and I were at 800 metres b4 finish line with a Scottish flag!. We are in the video screaming our heads off!! 🎉🎉🎉... The guy in black you got running again was actually swaying about as he passed us and you picked him right up again!!. Yr fekn awesome m8te!!!.. 🎉🎉🎉What a brilliant say it was..... #booomshakalaka!!!!.... 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳X... P. S. We came down from Glasgow too watch....🎉🎉🎉

[@justalilbester]

WOW!!! Sounds like it was worth the trip!! Thanks for coming all the way legends 🙌🏻 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@lizgreen2936]

@@justalilbester it was more than I ever thought it would be and I don't know if you know a guy called DONATO he has a running channel I sub too and as he passed us I shouted his name and he ran back too give me a hug it was amazing!!...ive entered the ballot for next year but I've only ever done a half marathon so if I did get picked I'd start training in July.. 😂😂Take care. 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️#keeponkeepingon....x

[@anto_runs]

This looks like such a good day!

[@Taylor23890]

I found Sunday pretty tough my first London marathon . I’ve ran just over 30 marathons/ ultras , wish I could go faster like I was able 6 years ago . But having herniated discs and degenerative spine , just can no longer push myself too hard . Well done all brilliant run , crowds , organisers and volunteers

[@simonaxelsson7047]

The beat running movie ever👍 you are amazing ❤️😄🏆

[@francis2987]

Wow. Amazing

[@mattb6873]

Favourite part of london last year was Canary Wharf. First time I’ve felt that good at 19 miles and the crowds were 🎉

[@justalilbester]

Such good conditions for racing this year 🎉 some speedy times! 🔥

[@rob_h_7]

Going over the bridge loving life. Brilliant

[@Rogrunner]

EPIC VIDEO..!!! ❤️🤍💙

[@justalilbester]

You point was the Beest!! 💙🤍🎉

[@iamremy-kl3xm]

Congratulations 🎉🎊🎈🍾

[@runnerelken9751]

Thanks for posting.. I was there too. Next year I want to cheer the runners on and trying to find a spot where it wasn't loud and needed some fans..maybe 25k mark?

[@areefareef7675]

This dude is insane! How do you stay that strong and energetic until the end bro? I gotta know bro! Awesome run my g

[@justalilbester]

Fulled by passion champ 😉 thanks so much! Really enjoyed this one 🎉 as I’m sure you could tell!

[@areefareef7675]

@@justalilbester teach me how to run like you

[@nihilistica666]

Such good energy. 🎉

[@Amanda_K_001]

Maybe the audio but I think is back of the packers got more musical arrangements. Crowds were bonkers. Congrats to all

[@JM-xb5sh]

Go Jesssss🎉

[@symuhush]

You are amazing I should really join your club super amazing energy super super boooooom booooom

[@mbandeliable]

Thanks for sharing Nick ! I wished I could take part to London. I had Rotterdam instead and it went pretty well, but next year I'll try my luck again :) I was wondering, how do you recover from a lower pace marathon like this one ?

[@justalilbester]

Good luck and I hope you get in. It’s all in the training. I’ve been doing higher mileage and because I was below threshold, that means a quicker recovery 👊🏻

[@gary7542]

Cracking vlog. My favourite part is the ballot entry as that's as far as I've got in 15 years 😢😢😢😢

[@justalilbester]

Aaaah I'm sorry to hear! I hope this gave you a feel of what the race is all about. Keep trying champ!

[@nataliehombrado1865]

Incredible atmosphere! Loved this video 🇬🇧🙌🏻

[@bleditufa3561]

Amazing nick 🎉🎉🎉🏃

[@ersinmehmet]

🫡 Great video Nick! I was the nutter screaming your name at Canary Wharf 🎉🤣💥

[@justalilbester]

Bwahaha thank you!! 🎉

[@flamingdelta9853]

im running my second marathon next month!, got 3 hours 29 minutes last year, gonna try to get faster

[@PhilipHughes-sq3th]

Hey Nick - have just emailed you about using this video on the TV coverage of the London Marathon this year on BBC. Can you come back to me as soon as possible please. Thank you! Phil

[@justalilbester]

Hey Phil, I'll all about the pace :) I saw you email and I'll reply shortly! T-minus 13 days to gooooo! Can't wait for this years event!

[@ronrunsworld]

WHAT A DAY

[@hahaheslop]

Love this! Everything from 18 miles was a disaster for me on the day 😂🤦‍♂️

[@BilalOz2012]

Omg bleeding nipples 29:40, that’s the worst, I had to stop 3 times to grab bandaids from ambulances in Sydney Marathon because I was in pain. 😅

[@justalilbester]

Lots of Vaseline or plasters. Don’t be shy!! 😉

[@BilalOz2012]

@@justalilbester lol Vaseline marks stay forever on the shirt, yeah bandaids were doing a good job but kept falling off, i needed water resistant ones 👍

[@jamesma247]

Absolutely love it Nick and crew!!!

[@justalilbester]

Well done mate! Proud of you and nice to catch you at the finish 🙌🏻

[@嘿嘿嘿-z1v]

Congratulations nice run ❤❤❤

[@Alessdt]

Nothing can top those last 3km out of Blackfriars - my goodness. I saw some real demons in the 30s but the crowds literally pushed me into overdrive those last few kms... What an absolute vibe! LETS GOOOOOO. Would love to run alongside the ultimate hype man some day! Will need to cut 50min off my time 🤣

[@michaelbloor8965]

Absolute legend mate 🤟🏽

[@tjok4]

Lekker Lekker !!!

[@AugherAndy]

Nick can I ask what the arm sleeves do? I'm so dumb lol

[@justalilbester]

They make you feel good and when you feel good, you run good :) they do keep you a bit warmer too.

[@seanogization]

I wish I found you guys on the course. I just kissed the 3😢 bring on next year

[@Team.L]

Nice 👍🏻 enjoy the good life🙏 I hope u do new attack for sub 2.20 soon ! I saw a guy from Sweden who had a pb 2.43 what he run 2017 .. this years 2023 Rotterdam marathon he run 2.14 .. that was Insane run from him! A new pb .. from 2.43 to 2.14 in 5- 6 years. From hoppy jogger to elite in 1 race 🤣

[@edwardhochwand9063]

4:20 Pace looks so easy. Incredible.

[@tlabuscagne]

Thanks for this Nick. As a South African runner who has lived in the UK for more than 20 years, I got quite emotional seeing firstly, the incredible support along the route, and secondly your positivity in helping all those runners reach their goals. 🇿🇦 ❤️ 🇬🇧

[@kevingornall]

Well said Gary.., We all need reality check every once in awhile. There are too many deluded people in this world, where perception is their reality.

[@richardwilliams1921]

6:24 my fellow club member in the red and white.