I tried to run a marathon in the hottest place on earth *without training*

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I tried to run a marathon in the hottest place on earth

[@diametheuslambda]

Choosing Death Valley for a marathon is some serious dedication to not warming up.

[@lucasvermeulen7215]

He definitely warmed up alright…..

[@hotstuff400]

@@lucasvermeulen7215 ​ can i ask why Magnus still don't have a video with Toby Segar together? I mean they seem like have the same circle and network of friends, like Pete and Toby had so many videos together already.. it would be so amazing to watch them climb together or do parkour challenge together

[@AtomicMonkeybutt]

@@hotstuff400 Maybe Magnus does not want to do parkour, maybe none of them has thought of it yet, maybe they dont want to collab for a reason we dont know, etc. From our perspective it would make sense, but they are still "just" world class athletes from different parts of the world doing somewhat similar stuff.

[@avakan5218]

Bro chose to wear black 😂

[@Obberron]

@@avakan5218 imagine being a woman in a Muslim country…

[@wikitiki44]

Wow when Magnus said: "It's not impossible. Just depends on how stubborn you are", I think we all knew he was going to finish. What an incredible way of thinking.

[@tylerlincecum4318]

Yes! I loved that quote and thought the same thing!

[@nvcn86]

until you get heat stroke, or pull something ;) ;(

[@outdatedmode]

For sure. I also liked his philosophy on his motivation leaving, but he shouldn't give up just yet bc it will probably come back later.

[@slackbabbath1067]

If you’re weak this is something you should maybe take on board. For me It’s not hard to push through pain, I’ve had countless injuries though most people are mentally weak and are completely unfamiliar to struggle, your body will break if you push it to hard

[@mikedaknight8854]

Needs to go on a T-shirt

[@G3N3SIS529]

As someone who grew up a soccer player in Texas, I think Magnus talking about heat stroke as this mythical thing he’s never heard of was one of the most Norwegian things I’ve ever heard 😂 Props on the incredible achievement! Absolutely wild!

[@martinds93]

Maybe we could get a "cold stroke" (if that's a thing) in norway? XD

[@philipegoulet448]

@@martinds93 You can absolutely catch a "Cold stroke"! Hypothermia and frostbite will manifest very quickly in Norwegian weather

[@dwmueller76]

Heat stroke is super dangerous because it can sneak up on you. It can difficult to delineate the line of heat exhaustion (which is often unavoidable when training at higher levels of sports in hot weather) vs. pushing yourself into a lethal heat stroke. Running a marathon in heat that melts plastic bottles is insane, but super motivating to watch him pull it off. I’ll think about this the next time I start feeling to lazy to get something done!

[@ThunderAppeal]

No one cares you idiot. Shut up you moron and stop bothering normal people.

[@dantangager5701]

@@dwmueller76 i think u mean it can heat up on you 🤣🤣

[@FlatlinedWAV]

I won't lie. I chuckled a little when you said "apparently, heat stroke is a real thing". Growing up in Texas, I didn't even consider or think about people not accustomed to the heat.

[@UkSapyy]

It's mythical for most Northern Europeans, here in the UK when we get one week of heat above 30c in summer you'd think we'd just been nuked because we don't realise it's a thing until our news channels go nuts about people being knocked out by the heat. It's also why Brits abroad is a thing, go to Iberia or the Mediterranean in summer and the Brits will be those who are bright red and out during mid-day, things locals don't do.

[@sleepmore8587]

I wish it was mythical, I can’t count the number of times I've have fainted or almost fainted from the heat growing up in TX.

[@JamesLinenX]

Bro, it feels like we're all from Texas

[@RhinoAg]

@@UkSapyy I mean we're the same people. I guess we've just acclimated.

[@EthanTheGreat9000]

@@RhinoAg yea the body is very adaptive to the environment

[@ArrowMaster_]

Magnus being drunk: _"I wanna run a marathon in Death Valley, great idea, what could go wrong?"_

[@BrandonWilliamyt]

You’re a machine Magnus! Can’t believe you can run so far in such heat with no training….. Great work on this challenge 🔥

[@ArrowMaster_]

You are great

[@Craig_Alexander]

whats up brandon

[@bryanbryan6108]

I hate that everyone is calling this a “challenge” just like the stupid internet challenges. This is a real feat of strength that is achievable by less than .1% of humans. Using that word “challenge” degrades this accomplishment so much given the current context of that word

Nope he is a whoe he said it himself LOL what an inspirational dude.

[@andreasiven21]

@@bryanbryan6108 a challenge to himself, u reflect that stuff onto it, i get what u mean and i can relate to it but only u degrade it here :) i feel u with the stupid challenges but that are 2 different things for me :p

[@AndreasHoegen]

I'm waiting for Goggins to run past, wrapped in garbage bags for extra heat, screaming "STAY HARD!"

[@christopherm6725]

😂

[@russellyoung8812]

Dude runs a marathon in the hottest place on earth while inspiring and entertaining us at the same time. What a legend :)

[@juhanikuronen6944]

He would have probably done it faster if he had just walked with a steady pace from the start.

[@Ritalie]

Who is his co-host? The guy is really nice, but is a major distraction to Magnus.

[@cheesecake6696]

If you want to feel runners high, the trick is to watch your favourite KZbinr run a marathon in death valley, while you sit on the couch with a chocolate croissant and your dog sleeping beside you. Not gonna lie, it feels pretty great. 😁 Well done Magnus. Cant wait for the next video.

[@channel1reno]

A blunt helps too

[@nicholaslittle2312]

🤣

[@projecteer4498]

lol did you get called out by the sugar bit too? I had a spoonful of Nutella in my mouth as he was talking about it, struggling with sleep and tendinitis issues, both of which he mentioned cutting sugar helping lol

[@cheesecake6696]

@@projecteer4498 I did for a second. But then he showed his 'massive' blisters. I got 2nd degree burns on my ankle 2 weeks ago, my smallest blister was about 3 times bigger than the one he showed. So then I happily grabbed another croissant and applied for the Norwegian climbing championships. 😂😂😂

[@HippieInHeart]

@@cheesecake6696 yeah, blisters really aren't that bad tbh. especially when they're still closed. I remember one day a couple months ago, I had to walk to work because the tram didn't come. Work is rather far away and while I wasn't exactly running I did set a decently quick marching pace of almost running (guessing about 7 or 8 kmh). My shoes are not exactly made for long distance travel, so my feet were already hurting pretty bad at about halfway to work. Then, after work, when I was back home and finally able to remove my shoes, first thing I noticed was my right sock being somewhat wet, second thing I noticed was that my right shoe had a decent bit of blood in them and my right heel was missing a small patch of skin of like half a cm in diameter that had been rubbed off by the shoe while I was walking. So it was like a blister, but without the top part that usually keeps the blood and other liquid inside. lmao.

[@nollie.]

Having the video be 26:33 minutes long is such a nice detail, each minute of video is one mile of running, well done magnus

[@AndrewTheTransformer]

haha I never noticed that. 26 Miles for the total marathon. I wonder what the people driving by were thinking.

[@trbeme1346]

@@AndrewTheTransformer well 26.2 miles is a marathon. Look up why the distance is at is it. My first marathon was tough. But I made it tough as I earlier in the day I decided to swim 2.4 miles, after that I decided I should get on my bike and bike for 112 miles. Finally I decided I should start my marathon. Tis only a joke as my first marathon was during my first Ironman race.

[@R0g-4545]

@@trbeme1346 it’s cuz some mad lad from Greece ran 26.2 miles and died. Right?

[@BenaldinhoOG]

@@R0g-4545 yeah its from the battle of marathon where a soldier from the athenian army was sent back to report on the battle and it was 26.2miles

[@AndrewTheTransformer]

@@BenaldinhoOG Yep! Just to deliver a message

[@moocowmomma]

Your running partner has so much love! He really kept your spirits up. I remember once complaining to my 98 year old grandmother that I was getting old (in my 40's at the time). She said I was just a baby. She used to walk several miles a day even in her 90s and lived to be 104.

[@badcornflakes6374]

Wow, great genes that are instilled in you.

[@marcimarc203]

Heyyy I hope you read this for your knees: I'm a dancer and have seen and heard of many different kind of injuries.. Please be careful because your feet and knees are not properly aligned when you run. Your toes point away from the center of your body while your knees just point forward normally. Unfortunately this comes from the fact that in climbing shoes your toes get pushed together very tightly so most prominently your big toe and your small toe don't hold your weight as they normally should. So if you don't actively try to adjust by making sure your feet point forward it's your knees or more precisely your meniscus who pays the toll. Once that one tears it's really unlikely to recover to 100% so... Take good care please

[@TelomereBiologyNerd]

Can't stress how important it is! I also think a running coach is close to a necessity because most people don't know how to run - just like you would need a swim coach to learn proper swimming technique a running coach can teach you how to run effective and injury free.

[@wantedCZ]

Hey, thanks for caring about this guy cause i really like him and his videos. I'm interested in proper walking/running technique too, after a longer walk/run my feet start to hurt and it gets worse and worse the longer i go. What can I do? Is there some place where I can get my technique checked? Thanks

[@jodywatkins9467]

Very good points! Focusing on glute activation too can also help with Runner's knee.

[@staceybaldridge7362]

Holy crap Magnus! I bet with a bit more training and 30 degrees cooler you’d run a sub 6 hour time.

[@smitemus]

Knowledge right there, thanks for that. Running like this will in the long run also probably lead to a less serious but equally as painful condition called plantar fasciitis.

[@AntonFomenko]

Maybe you felt like the idea wasn’t good but the movie and storytelling is amazing!💪🔥 happy to see you finished your sauna marathon!🔥🔥🔥

[@Hopefully2025]

I actually think that idea itself is very good magnus, there's a big difference everybody can understand, between running in regular heat and running in 100° weather. I think the fact that you did it in that temperature, and the sunburns you probably will get, and the heat you were feeling the entire time, makes it a way bigger challenge and a very interesting video to watch. Thanks for posting, in some way almost all your videos are motivational, because i can see you pushing yourself and shows me what that can do for you

[@hotstuff400]

@@Hopefully2025 can i ask why Magnus still don't have a video with Toby Segar together? I mean they seem like have the same circle and network of friends, like Pete and Toby had so many videos together already.. it would be so amazing to watch them climb together or do parkour challenge together

[@jessearodriguez]

When you see things like this is when you realize how borderline psychopathic professional athletes are. Plus, Magnus’ tolerance for pain and discomfort is just astounding.

[@giacomocasanova2893]

definitely a majority of top athletes have psychopathic tendencies. not a bad thing though

[@noone-ld7pt]

I disagree to some extent, I think it's more a testament as to what the human body is capable of, not just professional atheltes. I think there is a tendency to see videos this and think that it's only possible for those who spent years almost exclusively training at an early age, and that us normal people can't really ever do stuff like this. But in my experience that is really not the case! I ran my first marathon on a dare with zero training, and though it wasn't fast by any stretch of the imagination I still managed to finished it on the pure youth hubris of "why shouldn't I be able to jog slowly for 4 hours". A few years later I was serving my military service and we did a mandatory 48 hour march over mountaineous terrain for the entire squadron. Even the ones in the worst shape, and I'm talking truly abysmal shape like overweight and 23 min on the 3k test, but they still managed to finish. It was FAR harder than any marathon I've run, and I'd say even harder than a few of the Ironmans I've done, and still completely normal people were able to do it when they were pushed to it. I'm not saying anyone can do anything, but I'm saying most people can do far far more than they ever thought possible!

[@rolanddeweerdt4193]

Apart from the climatechange bullcrap.... great video

[@chadwick62838]

@@rolanddeweerdt4193 bro how are you so ignorant and uneducated that you don't believe in climate change

[@goodvibes4891]

as somebody who shares these 'psychopathic tendancies' I'll be the first to say that peoples perception is wrong. pushing myself to the limits of bodily failure is 'hard' physically, however its much more pleasurable. The only hard parts of life for me are the shit that nobody else thinks is hard; going to buy groceries, consistently making it to work, and all that bs. If I could make a living by pushing myself to my limits like a lot of youtubers do, I'd be the happiest version of myself. Sadly, its too goddamn 'hard' for me to put in the effort to get a small chance at that kind of lifestyle. My favorite parts of my runs are the last quarter mile, where the term 'give 100%' truly applies. Its always bugged me, that term. Its a complete fucking lie, if you give 100% in anything physical you have a few minutes worth max; try getting into a fight and see how you feel. 30 seconds, however; well shit, you can do anything for 30 seconds. Just feels so freeing, as if there aren't any constraints on my fleshly body, I can run as fast as my form and gravity allows.

[@thecountryrunner3180]

Respect Magnus. As somebody who runs ultras regularly I can say that running a marathon with no real running training in Death Valley is a great achievement. Also you can tell everybody that your first marathon was in one the least hospitable places on Earth. Kudos to you sir.

[@dallinbagley4486]

Most least?

[@thecountryrunner3180]

@@dallinbagley4486 Just a typo.

[@muhammadputera6593]

​@@dallinbagley4486 you knew what he meant, baggy.

[@undeniablySomeGuy]

His cardiovascular system is obviously well trained. Rock climbing is cardio, especially when you listen to Mangus talk about how he used to train. Working at it for hours at a time, lead climbing, outdoors especially will help develop your heart and lungs

[@jamisonstenzel9742]

I’m a distance runner and this is one of the most impressive feats I’ve seen. He’s carrying so much muscle mass too. Poor shoes for running plus the heat and uncalloused feet. So tough

[@Jason_Lucero]

He is a climber, he’s feet are plenty calloused probably haha. Regardless, this video just shows how much mental strength it takes to be an athlete of his level!

[@anastasismarinos9029]

We surely all want a video about how you felt after and your recovery. What you did is insane!

[@outandabout259]

@kire3ed probably until the blisters were fully healed

[@rockentry]

It was so freaking awesome to be running next to you my friend. This experience I will forever remember, let’s go Magnus!!!! 🙌🔥

[@aaronbr2001]

I can’t believe you chose to run in all black!😮

[@andrewseburn]

@@aaronbr2001 Perhaps he was trying to soak in some SOLAR Power ;)

[@MisterFreedom206]

Loved your cheering and support! Your energy really added a lot to the awesomeness of the video!

[@badoodis]

This was like 1 month before your first V10 send wasnt it? I guess a bit of Magnus rubbed off on you ;)

[@adamtothefuture]

You are a very loud person.

[@beatagraczer1897]

I am pretty sure Magnus mentioned in one of his earlier videos that he does not do running at all. Yet has the willpower and stamina to run a full marathon in the worst conditions. Absolutely insane!!!

[@eriamelrrow6195]

It's incredible indeed! I have the feeling that climbing/bouldering prepares you quite well for running/endurance. I barely ever run (1-5 times a year) and when I went bouldering quite regularly 1-3 times a week, I went running after some time and could run 10 km (6.25 miles) at the second go without being completely crushed (the year before I barely made 2.5 km / 1.5 miles). Climbing seems to be a good cardio training

[@beatagraczer1897]

@@eriamelrrow6195 that is impressive!

[@eriamelrrow6195]

@@beatagraczer1897 Thank you, my form was probably not :D And I'm stubborn, too. But climbing is a really good allround training, I think. And I did some other sports as well (Freeletics and sometimes hiking and swimming), so I was quite active in general, that probably helped, too.

[@janguangco8347]

I love how supportive the other guy was. That type of support and positivity helps so much, especially with challenges like this!!! Amazing video Magnus!

[@TruthSeeker-rn1tm]

It was cringeworthy, honestly.

[@ejlung7758]

I did not skip the commercial so Magnus can take a break.

[@sandrasommer8067]

I’m more than half way through getting my degree and honestly I really needed to hear what Magnus was saying in this video. It’s so hard to stay motivated sometimes but just hearing him say “I just tell myself if I keep going the motivation will come back” Truly look up to you Magnus. Congrats 🧡

[@RonaiHenrik]

Same, I am well over half way but it's still tough. Good luck to you :)

[@Hopefully2025]

For you it's getting a degree, for another person it's another thing. Motivation is like that in general, if you need motivation then this is some awesome advice

[@DivineRetribution767]

'this is something you might look back on and appreciate a lot more in time' . As a 'very out of shape person' (Fatass) who can barely do 2k in 20 minutes this sort of video is inspiring to me. Thank you for doing this sort of crazy nonsense and essentially telling me that it IS possible to break barriers that you'd consider impossible and that people as fit and as carved out of wood as you still suffer. You should look back on this as a crowning achievement. Thank you so much.

[@FlamingDistro]

exercising is amazing and doing the same thing never stops being bad but it always gets easier, and there comes a comfort in knowing your progress and when it comes to cardio and running: it can be very therapeutic to be in ur thoughts and ending it resolving whatever negative thoughts that happened to pop into ur head, realizing that it isnt as bad it seems to be. I would definitely suggest trying out whatever you think you cant do or want to but something (whatever that something is) and just go for it!

[@Thekingofbutter12]

Last year I couldn’t break a 12 minute mile , next month I’m running my first marathon, keep it up man it’s worth the effort.

[@robertsolem9234]

Fellow fatass reporting in - 2k in 20 mins - you are doing great. This is what I was doing 6 months ago and I felt like giving up. I can run 5k in about 32 mins now. Don't ever give up!

[@stefanforrer2573]

huh, i'm not overweight but still terribly out of shape and had to walk home last night because i missed the last bus... just under 3k in 25 minutes while drunk at 3 in the morning... it's always a good feeling when you're able to surprise yourself

[@iTracking]

@@robertsolem9234 awesome job! I started at where you are now and two years in I peaked at 5k in

[@Steallar]

I didn't know I needed to hear Magnus talk about being young so much. I'm turning 31 soon and only recently finally started working on my weight and everything. I've already lost 10kg but there's still a long road ahead of me but watching you is making me somehow weirdly motivated to just work on myself in any way. Thanks dude! (I'm not even into rock climbing and any athlete stuff but your videos are just so good to watch!)

[@shanekurtz4666]

Magnus's attitude is pure motivation for us mere mortals.

[@sratnatozmrde]

lol, motivation is garbage... Its all about discipline and will to do this, once he setups his goals he is giong to finish them. Guy that runs next to him is about motivation. He doesnt feel like it so he slows down magnus to go his tempo.

[@D33r_Hunt3r_]

@František Křiklán what an unbelievably cynical and mean outlook. The guy he is running with was supper positive and supportive. He is in better shape than most people, but after running 3 MILES IN DEATH VALLEY! he stopped so he didn't get hurt, took a break, THEN CONTINUED! Motivation is what enables discipline, otherwise what are you being disciplined for.

[@-ThatDudeEthan-]

@@D33r_Hunt3r_ You both have points. Motivation's great, but if you rely too much on it you won't ever push yourself enough. The best runs I ever went on were the 7-mile ones in horribly hilly terrain that i almost opted out of before starting.

[@kristiank6016]

magnus is solar powered

[@moumous87]

@@sratnatozmrde you need some amount of motivation to keep disciplined. You need to believe that ultimately things will turn out well in order to stay on path and keep doing something that logically doesn’t make sense (like running a marathon in the Death Valley)… and that belief is motivation.

[@KP-ol3tc]

As a life long climber, I could never be more proud of what you've done for the climbing world and I thank you.

[@liftingisfun2350]

Oh daddy

[@Vincent-fv1ch]

by being a commercial sellout and not having authentic content anymore?

[@liftingisfun2350]

@@Vincent-fv1ch does he still have a gorlfriend

[@KP-ol3tc]

@@Vincent-fv1ch more like, bringing people into the sport that otherwise knew nothing about it and in turn growing a community behind hard work, kindness and dedication. Dude made big splashes in the bouldering world quietly from his corner or the world back in the day and deserves the recognition. Namastè my friend and good luck to you Vincent

[@Vincent-fv1ch]

@@KP-ol3tc Now he is just like any other sellout youtuber with stale and not very authentic content..

[@shminghong]

HUUUUUGE props to Oswaldo for being the hype man and participating on this crazy endevour!

[@tilly3702]

dudes kinda giving me weird vibes

[@mongoose1804]

@@tilly3702 an extremely peculiar fellow

[@jamesnialG]

Osweirdo

[@alvinkusnanto6816]

@@jamesnialG 🤣

[@hooblabity9494]

His commentary was awesome! Definitely contributed to Magnus finishing when he was about to quit halfway

[@prestonnoe7353]

David Goggins said "Running is a mental sport, and we're all insane." Nice job Magnus!

[@WickedRailsOfficial]

Magnus, this is so inspirational. I'm about 40 lbs over weight and seeing you do something you haven't trained for is massive motivation for me to start trying

[@NikkiDoesStufff]

You can do it!

[@yami2227]

40lbs, you gonna lose it in no time my man, just keep at it and do activities you find fun. When I climb I totally forget I am dying from exhaustion because it is fun and the soreness catches up with me when I get home and I move like an old man hahha

[@Hobbs__]

You got this bro! Keep in mind you don’t need to do it super quickly, keep it at a comfortable pace and be consistent, you got it.

[@Elias_Bnk]

Look for something that is fun to do for you! I love to ride my mountain bike for example. On a resting period I like to take out my RC, get some fresh air and maybe go on a hike! Dont set your goals too high tho, dont overdo it. That will likely wreck your motivation. Small steps, and stay comfortable :) I'm chronically ill, and I discovered sport roughly a year ago. I do whats fun at the time, and I try listening to my body. Good luck on your journey!

[@jackcayman]

I lost over 200lbs, it's a long hard way. Paraphrasing what Magnus said on the video: "Motivation comes and goes, you just gotta keep at it."

[@Thrusthamster]

What I've learned after a lot of ultramarathons: It never keeps getting worse. It goes up and down, whether it's pain or energy or motivation. Usually I tell myself to stick with it a bit longer, and wait and see. It always gets better eventually.

[@concept6015]

If you want a cool running challenge, here in Belgium we have "de dodentoch" (translates to "the death march"). It is an event where people walk a route of 100km within 24 hours. Most people hike it, but there is a subset of people that run it every year. In fact, every year there's people that have to wait for the finish to open, people have even ran it twice within the available time.

[@followerofthechurchofsumi3868]

HUH

[@LiamHayne]

That sounds pretty cool actually I might check that out

[@Mortybf]

As an 4x ironman triathlete I'm absolutely and utterly impressed by how he managed to go the full 26.2 miles with such sub par preparation. Drinking water and eating bananas, not taping the nipples, wearing casual shoes and shorts. Lots of mental strenght in this one.

[@carsonmalleet4367]

This 100%. I just finished my collegiate track career this past spring, and last month thought I could crush a marathon with only 6ish weeks of specific training. I ran well for 20 miles and really struggled the final 6. That wall is no joke! And even though I was undertrained I was more trained than this guy. You have to be a mental monster to completely cold turkey a marathon.

[@stoshhatch8988]

I love that you create content that YOU enjoy! It really comes through the screen and we as viewers can feel your passion coming through :) Keep making what makes you happy my guy, I'd watch you climb, run, or just walk around downtown if that's what you're feeling that day. Love the vids, keep it up 👏😊

[@phantorv1210]

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[@marisaveeb]

I'm a granny from South Africa, I'm unfit, hate exercise and have absolutely never climbed ANYTHING, besides stairs when the elevator is out of order. I have no idea how my algorithm brought me to you, but I love that it did xxx this challenge was insane ❤ well done and happy belated birthday

[@RogueCylon]

Never too late to start. Will add years to your lifespan, and give you an opportunity at a healthspan.

[@shashankvats753]

26 miles in 26 minutes, wow that's great. I think that was intentional. This video was just mind-blowing. Thanks for this motivation Magnus.

[@Nyelands]

The other guy is not annoying at all.

[@joegerhard615]

Yeah, he has a low iq for sure

[@majsfree]

Man, I run a half-marathon per week for the past 2 years. When I read the title, my first thought was: "Insane! This is I-M-P-O-S-S-I-B-L-E.". The heat combined with his fueling strategy and his running shoes. The training/strengthening required for doing something like this is completely different from what he gets with climbing/bouldering (different muscle fibers). This was really great, congrats Magnus! O/

[@lkajiess]

It's seriously impressive, but A significant number of rescue calls in the Grand Canyon are from ultra-marathon athletes over-extending themselves. Magnus was responsible here with his own support team, but the super-competitive types can get in a lot of trouble solo.

[@MPAZ22]

This is without hyperbole one one of my favorite videos you've produced. You laid bare in plain English (your second language btw) exactly how I motivate myself through your example and watching your content. Thank you for being honest without being mean, humble while expressing pride, tenacious when giving up is often the more viable route, and loving enough to show your flaws and how you better yourself and those around you. What an inspiration, and I am humbled to think you'd read this and take something from it. We love you Magnus!

[@cosmicbilly]

Absolute mad lad Magnus!! You should feel very proud bro. Running a marathon in DEATH VALLEY with ZERO preparation or training, is astonishing and nothing short of incredible. You are an elite human Magnus. You inspire so many people.

[@chrisb7528]

Count Dankula needs to do an episode on Magnus!

[@SinedGG]

I know this video is not about climbing, but anyway, i really want to share. Today was my 1st time in the climbing gym and that was something incredible. Im only managed to reach 5c but as a complete beginner i was happy about that. My fingers and forearms are destroyed, still difficult to even to type this. This experience was amazing. I really want to thank Magnus for opening this world to wide audience. Thanks for the content, videos and all this you are going through!

[@louishamel2833]

The pain is temporary, it sure hurts the first couple times! Make sure you stretch after training that will help. I still remember my first time, couldn't do anything for 3 days because of how bad it hurt ahah

[@MrSkme]

Just remember to dont go too hard in the beginning or you're gonna burn your self out early. This kind of physical but mostly mental endurance is something you have to build up over time and then its going to be a lot easier in the long run.

[@stefanp2883]

After the first time bouldering I was hardly able to close the door of the car from the inside. The good message is, it will get better soon when you get used to it . Hope you are still into climbing and have fun doing it. 👍

[@konstantinospantazis2624]

Dude, being a runner myself knowing badwater and your background I'm super amazed with your mental fortitude! I ran jfk50 2 weeks ago and I didn't even get 20% as deep in the pain cave as you did. You also said some well known motivational quotes among the running/ultra running community. And you absolutely had the best crew support ever! PS. As far as the runner high, you get it when you are running with a clear mind. You had so much in your mind (running, filming, heat, food, water management). If you run less mileage or dial some worries back in over time you can get it too!

[@wesleytwiggs7687]

I’ve been running competitively most of my life and I’ve never had a runners high. Glad you get it though haha

[@konstantinospantazis2624]

@@wesleytwiggs7687 for sure! Like anything else in life, you build tolerance to it. Go back and remember how running made you feel in the first days. But other than that, find a non technical trail and forget bringing your watch and you will be fine! I didn't emphasize enough what "clear mind" means.

[@wesleytwiggs7687]

@@konstantinospantazis2624 yeah. I ran a 1:17 half marathon this thanksgiving and there was zero high. All pain lol. I really should take a day or so to just run free on a mountain or something

[@carlholland3819]

@@wesleytwiggs7687 try running for fun

[@wesleytwiggs7687]

@@carlholland3819 it’s not fun. I just like winning lol. I don’t enjoy the actual feeling of going for a run like some do. 🤷‍♂️

[@Davidtop46]

Having the experience of taking a litle walk in the Valley made me realise how insane this achievement is. Magnus, your mind must be just as healthy as studip at the same time 😅

[@SuperLio333]

I see that you ride motorcycles. Would it be unbearable to ride through that with full protection?

[@gabrielgouaux6184]

@@SuperLio333 Yes. Yes it would. Once heats crosses 100, 110 degrees, the wind doesn't cool your face anymore, it burns so you keep ur visor down which lets the rest of you bake

[@gabrielgouaux6184]

Source: I've ridden in 118 degree weather with full gear and an ice jacket

[@Davidtop46]

@@SuperLio333 Actually I think It's far from pleasant but doable at a decent speed. A good thing is the fact that you don't come across any traffic light cause the moment you'll have to stop, you're done.

[@blair0warren]

This was honestly so inspiring. I haven’t commented on a KZbin video ever. I’m pushing through some health struggles myself right now and this hit right in the feels.

[@avalanche555]

Hey Magnus, great job, great effort. However I have one suggestion. I'm sports physiotherapist and I could bet that your knee pain after running comes from feet positioning and altered force distribution. I would highly recommend you to consider visiting a PT to work with that in order to prevent from further injuries. Best luck man.

[@MusicInUniverse]

Also buying shoes with a strong cushion to absorb forces should help.

[@avalanche555]

@@MusicInUniverse Yup, I agree with You. That would also be a good idea.

[@syvoalumi8264]

Magnus is actually content himself, no matter what he does. His videos have been super enjoyable lately, glad he found his groove!

[@MPAZ22]

I read this as he is "content", as in what ever he films, it is wonderful to share powerful moments with a resiliant dude; I also read it as "content", as in what ever he films, he is relaxed and sharing himself fully with no shame or ego. It is all laid bare for the listener to grab inspiration from. Love this comment!

[@caenir]

I had to stop this video about halfway through because of the other guy. There was absolutely no chemistry between them, which was even more noticeable because I've been watching all of his videos with Anton, Juji, Tom and even Ludwig

[@Intruuder1]

Magnus, no one does videos on the days following these mad tasks. It would be really interesting to see the impact of extreme events and how you recover. Amazing video and achievement.

[@stunguppus]

I was thinking the same thing. I’d love to see an aftermath video. Even well trained runners often take weeks to recover from a marathon

[@kiralycsavo0]

Magnus doesn't need to recover, but the world needs to recover from Magnus.

[@maherhayek9696]

20:45 "Look over there. Are those clouds or mountains?". Those are waves...

[@nont18411]

Can’t wait to see you run a marathon in a coldest place on earth

[@jamesrich8463]

You read my mind, I think this was insane enough though. I'm glad they had a vehicle there so they could get water and rest and shade when needed.

[@dallantobler6144]

Woah, really expected some sort of twist on it to make it easier, not that I think you clickbait, but I’m a runner and know how hard something like this would be haha. You’re crazy!

[@bmich281]

Hey Magnus, just wanted to say your videos really inspire me. I'm 41 almost turning 42. I just in the past year lost almost 60 lbs and found out I could do pullups. Never in my life could I do pullups. Now that I'm feeling fit, I'm thinking of going back to the climbing gyms. I used to climb in the gyms when I was in H.S. Did some lead climbing and bouldering. Anyways, I really like your content. Keep it up! -Bmich

[@georgia.saunders]

Proud of you Bmich!

[@vagabondwastrel2361]

easiest way to lose 20-40 lbs is to stop drinking soda.

[@MB-co6qj]

Get it mate 👍

[@edwardbrooks8700]

bruh, running with those kinds of blisters is so rough. I did a 40 mile walk around the same time this video was filmed, I remember vividly the state my feet were in. You guys are amazing!

[@bobbyshores]

The other guy being interviewed sounds like me when I have to fit a word count in an essay and keep saying the same thing. Not even tryna hate but he seems like that guy who tried too hard to fit in with the cool kids. The fake hype laugh constantly seems like its wearing on Magnus lol

[@edwardhayes-woods2940]

Absolutely insane effort! As a physio though, this was hard to watch 😂 Please give us a video of your recovery!

[@Alyssa684]

Yea honestly doing this without training and a medical team, like Michelle Khare did, is kinda misleading and careless. He’s incredibly fit, but it feels borderline negligent.

[@ashmaybe9634]

@@Alyssa684 Negligent in what way? He had friends there at all times. Not his problem if some easily influenced idiot watches this and decides to do it solo.

[@Alyssa684]

@@ashmaybe9634 it might seem really dramatic to think he needs a medical team and not just some friends, but that’s based on very real statistics about how dangerous this was. Especially with his fueling strategy and lack of understanding about hydration. When he said that he had a headache and didn’t know if he needed more salt or more water I was extremely concerned about him getting hyponatremia. I race elite, am certified in sports nutrition, and have had friends go to the ICU for hyponatremia, I’m not just being dramatic.

[@placebo5466]

Spent 3 years stationed here in the US Army. I'll never forget rucking up those mountains in full gear, 40 degree temp changes at night, and the critters all over the place especially when you're trying to sleep in your bivvy. Good times.

[@kruso12]

Alltid gode og fine videoer fra deg! Du er virkelig en stor inspirasjon for mange! alltid stas å se hva du utsetter deg for og hva du klarer å fighte deg igjennom! Stå på!

[@maukamakai5.0]

34 aint old! Still young. You are in your prime. Keep up the grind!

[@3finnian]

Well done Magnus! For anyone who doesn't know, running a marathon without out practise will almost certainly injure you, stress fractures and tears in ligaments are common. There's a reason that people train for months for them and it's simply so the body can adjust.

[@ohsweetmystery]

When I was a child, many people, including school children, participated in charity walks in the name of Miles for Millions. My brother was in the sixth grade and quite a few of them, including my brother, finished thirty miles that day. No injuries.

[@i.suk.6146]

@@ohsweetmystery Yeah, cuz they're literal children lol. Light as hell and resilient. There's a reason children can climb incredibly good as well. I always find it funny when people are like "I could do X as a child! Doing it as an adult is not that impressive!" No. You could do it BECAUSE you were a child.

[@3finnian]

@@ohsweetmystery That's good going, although running and walking are quite different, and his pace here is more of a walking pace but its a good acheivement regardless.

[@Alyssa684]

@@3finnian he ran a half marathon in 3 hours. That’s faster than a 7 minute mile pace, that isn’t walking.

[@3finnian]

@@Alyssa684 how did you calculate that? 13.1 miles in 180 minutes is a 13:44 minute mile pace

[@armeretta]

I think people severely underestimate how quickly a heat stroke type of condition can occur. I worked construction out in Arizona and Nevada and have some experience with it. I saw a guy go from normal to disoriented and incoherent in like a 20 minute span before. Very dangerous stuff.

[@lenag3196]

I agree

[@Niallmylove]

Agree also from Arizona it’s very life threatening

[@cirelachlan]

I went through death valley on a solo motorcycle trip coming back from the grand canyon. It was one of the most interesting places I've seen. So pretty but deadly. I remember stopping multiple times to take photos of the dunes and the intense heat of the desert and the motorcycle engine heat while stopped was insane. It made me realize that if the motorcycle overheated or stopped running how ****ed I would be. Luckily there are people constantly driving through. I also read that there were native tribes that lived in the area long ago. I can't imagine how tough they were.

[@Ritalie]

That's awesome! Yeah man, I don't think people have any idea how much fun a motorcycle is. When you stop at night in the woods, alone, and shut off the engine, you realize at once that you're suddenly just sitting in the middle of the wilderness with zero glass or steel and you're instantly transported into a pitch black abyss. It's one of my favorite things about having a motorcycle. You can feel your surroundings, in a very brutal way, which you just can't experience in a car, unless you get out and walk around, which most people don't do.

[@Ritalie]

I went to a Ozzy concert once in George Washington state, at the Gorge. The Gorge is a concert venue in the desert. It's the weirdest place I've ever seen, it was 105.5F degrees that day, not exaggerating. One guy passed out from drinking and was laying in the grass in the sun with his shirt off, and other people had to go to the medical clinic from heat stroke. The Gorge looks like Death Valley. WA state has the most bizzare long desert in the middle of it, it has 120 miles of solid dry rocky desert with sagebrush, and it's always 105 degrees all summer. It's bizzare, because Seattle is 70 degrees and raining at the same time.

[@yessir263]

Rock entry is such a good friend and person to have around you especially in a situation like this lol. I love the energy

[@Cynegan]

Magnus, that is the craziest thing I've ever seen you do. You need to publish an update on your recovery after this one! The "It's not impossible. Just depends on how stubborn you are" reminded me of the first time I ran a semi-marathon myself, as my shoes were worn out (the suspension was dead, and new ones arrived the day after - 2 weeks late from the factory) and I had ruptured my lateral cruciate ligament just a few months earlier. Heading down towards Bygdøy I was almost crying with pain, but the stubborn won out.

[@businessbanana191]

I'm a runner and i just started climbing because of your videos. This is incredible, I'm not sure I could to this with training 😅 🔥

[@sebastiang.4206]

This is such a nice example of what pro athletes (or even former pros) are able to perform. Only a few people are able to suffer on this level. Congrats Magnus, you are such an inspiration

[@Martin-pk5zd]

Well done Magnus! Maybe not the best idea 😂, but you did it.

[@marcflaps]

The talk about feeling old - I started climbing this year at 38, 2 months in I broke my knee and have only just been able to get back for the past month or so, content from both of you has been a massive inspiration.

[@chrominox]

The tenacity that you have is truly inspiring. I can't tell you how much this attitude means to me and a lot of people out there. I started climbing because of your content and the constant drive that you have to push yourself makes me believe in the very act of pushing oneself beyond the mental barriers. Thank you, Magnus.

[@tehArgento]

Magnus videos show you what type of attitude you have to have to become the best at something

[@taytorch]

This was an insane accomplishment. I'm so proud you decided to push yourself to the utmost limit. Actually insanity that you could do this intense of a challenge. This is even greater than some challenge, it was a moment in your life I hope you never forget and can look back on with pride and a sense of awe, as you did something few humans have ever even attempted, yet alone completed.

[@isabellahansen9983]

"I'm waiting for that runners high" 😄 Me too, been waiting for years and after watching this I am sure it's a myth😄

[@ArrowMaster_]

Magnus running marathons now?? He's going places😂

[@gardfiel4643]

Specifically places 26.2 miles away

[@andrewseburn]

...in deserts?

[@ThomasDM5]

Thank you for this video Magnus. This is truly a motivational video and inspiring to see you push through that barrier of pain and self doubt. Well done. Keep making videos and keep being inspirational.

[@sean-jsjincorporated8881]

This man is a legitimate Norse god

[@whatsuppening4354]

Magnus your content never ceases to amaze me. Your physical strength combined with your never ending fortitude is actually amazing and you are the reason I started to start exercising and climbing. Keep up the amazing content and looking forward to your next video.

[@filippocostanzo]

To me the hardest thing would be knowing that there is a car right behind me ready to carry me. Especially seeing rockentry jumping in, the temptation must have been big. Props Magnus, always crazy strong!!

[@Minder666]

Magnus, have you done a "Magnus reviews Magnus competition climbing videos" video? I would like to see one of those from you, where you explain how competition works, where you did well, and where you didn't - especially Atlanta. I know nothing about this sport, but enjoy your videos.

[@KatieBeij]

It made me literally laugh out loud when he said he found out heat stroke actually happens. I imagine it's the same way I feel about imagining frostbite. Like... I know it's real but I can't ever imagine being that cold

[@LycaonsMemories]

the self reflection is impressive. that he recognizes that while he has the will to continue, his body may not be able to (especially without training) is very important magnus you have amazing friends, who are just unbelievably supportive.

[@noahbaldridge1935]

You can really tell towards the end his right knee is actually killing him and he pushed through it. Big ups for not giving in and quitting and pushing yourself not to your limits but far past them. People(me included) tend to give up when that motivation leaves all your left with is pain and exhaustion but you pushed through it and it makes me feel like i can too, thank you:)

[@MVPhurricane]

this is genuinely some of the most inspiring shit i've ever seen. the thing i like best about exercise or whatever like this is the mental battle when you think you're beyond your limit-- this is totally fuel for any time i'm doing a lap and thinking i'm at my limit. if magnus can do a marathon in 108 degree heat with no training, i can do another lap or two. insane, man. love it, and love you for it.

[@p90bridge]

Man I got annoyed when the car-guy kept demanding that Magnus slow down while he clearly was already at cruising pace. Lovely positive and supportive attitude, but I don’t want that guy around me if I’m running a marathon in a desert. AITA?

[@sgwolfgang4349]

This sounds like it's gonna be a fucking crazy video Magnus props to you for this

[@Light_Mode227]

fr the things Magnus does are insane

[@RickertBrandsen]

the mate with magnus takes it to next level with fkn black t-shirt :D

[@AVRS24]

Magnus this was incredible! What an amazing feat of strength. I love seeing you cross over into other worlds of athletics. You’re a huge inspiration and I hope this video yes all the likes and views you could ever want!

[@MetalJuggler]

The mindset Magnus got is such an inspiration after a long struggle with depression, never stop beeing you Magnus!!!

[@Isaac-Ach1IIes]

Just finished your book 5 mins ago, one of my favorites and super inspiring, thank you!! Looking forward to the vid, I’m not great at running😬 respect!

[@max.allhuter]

Which book? Looking for something new to read

[@Isaac-Ach1IIes]

@@max.allhuter it’s titled Magnus Midtbø, just about his life up until about a year ago

[@richieewinns]

It's weird but I quite enjoy the eerie silence at night in the middle of nowhere. It feels like you're alone in the world so everything you do, no one will care or know. It's blissful in the strangest way.

[@ethansalas3575]

I used to watch Ozzy's channel back when he had about 5k followers and was climbing V3-V4. It is so crazy seeing him doing these big collabs with one of the greatest boulderers of our generation! Congrats Oswaldo! As a fellow Mexican I just wish you the best and more success over the years, love man!

[@AMostlyFunctionalJess]

Was it daft? Yes. Did it show what a tenacious and capable athlete you are? Also yes. I think it's safe to say you would never attempt something like this without knowing you could do it and you have a strong grasp on your limits. It was a great display of the mental journey a person goes through when they attempt an endurance challenge.

[@matthewcathcart803]

Talking while in the middle of a marathon? Magnus that is, its somewhere in the ballpark of incredible and insane Also happy belated birthday

[@kaitw7930]

@MichelleKhare posted a very similar vid in September and there was also a dialogue about getting older, pushing through the struggle, etc. it’s obvious that this vid was filmed before Michelle’s was published, but it’s still really cool to see two of my favorite KZbinrs gravitating towards the same idea. It would be nice to see a collab between Magnus and Michelle!

[@BS-xs7jb]

Would absolutely love that collab!!!

[@cait9699]

I know you said that you are never doing it again but if you are ever inclined to I highly recommend Hoka sneakers for your knees, and injinji sock liners for your blisters. I am not an avid runner but both have helped me tremendously! Congratulations, this is a huge accomplishment!!!

[@bboyExia]

the guy he was running with was a lil much. I aint gonna lie

[@NikkiDoesStufff]

Bravo to that guy for even trying with you! And for knowing his body enough to know when he needs to stop. Kudos!

[@user-cg1oh4iw4g]

"I'm waiting for that runners high" killed me 😂😂

[@billstrat2917]

Gotta see a video of Magnus spending a week with David Goggins!

[@oliverlin5700]

That fighting spirit is amazing! Congratulations Magnus!🥳

[@hioh8716]

The "Spider" that you saw is not a true spider - it's called Camelspider (Solifugae) and not venomous at all, but it can bite pretty painfully. :)

[@badcornflakes6374]

Wind scorpions

[@BiggieChungulus]

Watching someone who has truly done what it takes to master their craft, it's beautiful to see what else they are capable of.

[@suprita1686]

runners high for life

[@kingterry2488]

I love how hard u push urself and i think u are the kind of guy who pushes himself when nobody is looking just to prove urself. There is very few people that dont need motivation u are disciplined and when u commit to a task u finish even if u suffer through the process. Being motivated is good but that doesnt last u need to be disciplined and commited and thats what u are. U are a beast Magnus thats why i like ur attitude and ur videos nothing its imposible thats the mentality. CHAMP.