My 2 Year Run Journey *Beginner to half marathon*

[@dannyboie9151]

The editing and sound design and all the "unseen" elements of this video were so so good!

[@KeltieOConnor]

THANK YOU!!! I put so so so much emphasis on sound design and it means the world to me anytime someone noticed :')

[@cezza_4]

I haven't run in years, and currently suffering bad depression, BUT this video made me go "let's do a run tomorrow!". I would now but its very late. Running always helped clear my mind, thanks for the encouragement Keltie

[@luluognam]

You can do this!!!

[@tiffanylonghurst507]

@cezza_4 I totally feel you. I have ran 27 half marathons and 6 full marathons. After I had my son, my running took the back seat. I could get in stroller runs when he was little. Now, that he's 4, it's kinda miserable running while a kid is having a tantrum. Also, my rescue pit bull, who always ran with me, passed away from cancer in July. I ran with her for 12 years. I just can't make it out the door without crying.

[@luluognam]

@@tiffanylonghurst507 I'm so sorry to hear that. Take baby steps and you will be able to start to run again

[@cezza_4]

@@tiffanylonghurst507 I am so sorry for your loss of your beautiful pit bull baby. I am sending you positivity and love.

[@youcancallmemei9759]

I hope you did and feel better now! Running helped me a lot with my mental health

[@YogirlTTDOINGherbest]

My mom did that too she passed away a few years ago. Maybe I should run for her. I have been thinking about it. You might have convinced me Keltie.

[@KeltieOConnor]

Sending you a hug 🫶 what a beautiful idea 🤍

[@Isabella-vm3ir]

This was such an amazing put together video. Youre killing it Keltie!!!

[@courtneymiller7044]

W:’e

[@yolandasimpson9288]

Ran my first half marathon for my dad a few months ago :,) it's worth it

[@YogirlTTDOINGherbest]

@@yolandasimpson9288 aww that is awesome!

[@JessKaplan]

You’re not crying I’m crying 🥹❤ I did the virtual Boston marathon because I figured it was probably my only chance to ever do it. I was in soo much pain for the last 5 miles at least, but the fact that I finished is something no one can ever take away from me. 🦄💙💛

[@MiaCatAdventures]

I’m only 9 years younger than your Mum and I’m so glad you included her on this running journey. I need to run again… if your Mum is, there’s no excuses for me x

[@KeltieOConnor]

I feel so blessed to have such a good role model as a mother ❤️ You got this Mia!!!

[@MiaCatAdventures]

@@KeltieOConnor how lovely! 🥰 yes I’m going to order my running shoes now x

[@ElishaJoy]

Keltie, I started tearing up watching you cross the finish line. You are the only KZbinr I follow where I watch every single upload. You are amazing!! 🧡

[@amygao9891]

I've been here for a few years and witnessed Keltie continued to explore the best version of herself. From hair growth journey, to now the running and fitness journey. I just hit my 1 year running streak and have to say, it changed me. Who knows what to expect, but I will be here, always!

[@KeltieOConnor]

Also I do not advise anyone run through that kinda pain, defiantly regretted it for the next week after hahah. But sometimes us humans do silly things we can look back and laugh at lol. Not my smartest move but it is WHAT IT IS hahahahah

[@jennichols44]

So true about the running bug. I started running 16 years ago just afew miles here and there. I did my first race 10k and loved it and did 10ks for a long time. 5 years ago did my first half and now have done 17 half and one full marathon. Next up is my 2nd full in April. You should go for the full they are a lot of work but so rewarding.

[@loony2459]

I have my first full marathon in April! Good luck on your 2nd, I hope it’s everything you could wish for!!!

[@tvgremlin787]

I’m new-ish to fitness and you inspire me to keep going and also show that healthy habits can be so small in scale but huge in impact! And as a disabled person, I relate so deeply to your half marathon story- sometimes you just have to get it done and it’s not pretty, proud of you nonetheless!! ❤

[@megangodfrey626]

Thank you for this video! I had injured myself in the summer because I had done too much too soon. I’ve ran a handful of times since after it took forever to heal from my injury. I am in my early 40s and I can’t go as hard anymore. I am re-inspired to go for easy runs. My only goal is to run. I don’t need to go fast. I don’t need to go a million miles. Getting older is weird but running is amazing for my mental health. So thank you. You inspired me with your running streak and you did it again!

[@alexandrabikes]

I really like all of the running content! I remember when your first video of the run streak came out, and I was a skeptic, because I don't think running every day is healthy, but then when you talked about how short some of the runs could be, and I was just like, okay, she's doing this in a really healthy way. I've also been there with the rationalization of "I've done a 5k, I just need to do that 3 more times".

[@zofiaantoninamackiewicz627]

Hi Keltie, finding your content this summer took me out of huge anxiety spiral, I have been for over 2 months and because of you, I uninstalled tiktok and tried to detox on dopamine. And I started running, simultaneously with my boyfriend who at that time was getting ready to move countries for our relationship. Now we are training for a marathon and hurts like hell, but hearing all of this from you is a huge motivation

[@UrbanCountryStyleByJudy]

I did my first half marathon in San Francisco. I set it as a goal and trained for it in Van and Whistler. My reward was the trip to SFO. My bestie trained with me and I will never forget the feeling of crossing that line! Also did Vegas, but do not recommend and it’s SO flat that you are constantly using the same muscle groups, which isn’t how I trained (hills etc). Even a speed bump felt like relief 😂 Thanks for encouraging me to get back out there (ps I’m your mom’s age 💁‍♀️)

[@aylaamon3267]

I, too, have split my shin open on a box jump and needed stitches. I, too, am a runner who ran while those stitches healed. I, too, was thought crazy by other people. This drove home two things for me: 1) I likely will not be a CrossFit world champ. Is fine. 2) Running and bodies are amazing and you should never let anyone tell you that you're running "wrong" (unless you look like Phoebe from Friends... might need a form check). Congrats on your first half - I hope the memory of it propels you to many more start lines!

[@HeidiClement-s3k]

I am the only runner in my family. I'm not perfect or any such similar, not a good streak to be proud of, but I started it. My sons have joined me a couple of times. I have done two or three 5Ks and a 10K, but didn't monitor PR times, which is good because my slow behind got lost on the 10K track. Growing up, I loved soccer, but HATED running. Now it helps keep me sane. 3x/wk using the couch-to-10K this time, which I've done the couch-to-5K before multiple times.

[@neetha-kumar]

Keltie, you almost post the exact video I need when I need it! I feel like we have been on parallel journeys for the last year

[@KeltieOConnor]

I love that we’re on this same journey this Together!!

[@fastfoodie24]

Come to the dark side, ultras are the best (and the trails are much nicer on the joints). I listened to your spotify playlist on repeat this weekend during my ultra and it gave me so much energy!

[@NatzBc]

I run my 1st half a month from now. I'm nervous and excited. Seeing your videos feels like I have a companion every step of the way! Lots of love from México 🇲🇽

[@Kat-fd7ff]

Gonna be running my first half marathon in September and this is SO encouraging, especially for someone who has NO fitness base and is building from scratch.

[@meredithjacobs7030]

Congratulations on the half and always love a running update video. Keep up the good work.

[@The_nrd]

oh sweet Keltie, by the minute you started talking about your two best friends being by your side on the race day, I found myself crying. This video made me think of my own journey. So proud of you girl, “let it rip”❤

[@katepadilla]

I love this. I'm getting back into running, and I'm finding so much inspiration in you. I've set a goal of running a 5k in every county in my state (Iowa - 99 counties total) and we'll have our first two in the next three weeks! Also planning to run my first half marathon this summer. 😊

[@syhoover]

"A former athlete who only knew running as a form of punishment from a coach after we lost a game." Reeled me in with this very relatable comment 😆

[@channingcorrington8715]

Love your channel, I have been following you for years and see what you have tried and what has worked for you and hasn’t now on your 2 year running streak is amazing and inspiring. My goal this year is to a run a half marathon, I’m scared, but if you can do it. I can do it too. Thank you for your inspiration and what to except.

[@KeltieOConnor]

Thank you for following my journey ❤️ Good luck with training for your half marathon,m that scared and excited feeling was the same I had. I know you can do it!! Literally just 1 step at a time, good luck ❤️❤️

[@gracecarol4854]

The boring audio method worked for me on my first run in a long long time. I enjoyed running bc I wasn’t running to lose weight or slim down or anything. I was just running for the sake of running, and I loved it. I’m glad we’re all in our millennial running era 😂

[@rachelnardone910]

My sister has a legitimate dent in her shin from a box jump 12 years ago… those things are evil! Nice work Keltie! While of course running a half marathon is amazing, I’ve been watching you try to conquer your skin picking and I’m so proud of you for trying. I also skin pick and it’s so so hard. We can do this together!

[@lindadavila8835]

I got back into running this year after awhile of not running and I missed the runners high. Starting running in winter sucks but I’m so excited to train for my half marathon and marathon this year 😄

[@beccalynn767]

I’m doing a 5K in March. You’re one of the main reasons why I wanted to start running. ❤

[@reformingbeauty]

I did the Route 66 half marathon in 2014. Mile 4 I got the worst hitch in my hip. I had to walk the remaining course. I finished with the marathoners...and I never ran again. I'm now a powerlifter and have ❤ ever minute of it and it's the only activity I've stuck with long term. I'm at 3.5 yrs so far.

[@isiah675]

Love this started 9 months before you and chasing down marathon #2 its addicting 😂

[@ArneWidding]

Thank you for telling your story! Ah yes, the stories we tell ourselves. Mine used to be "I can't run unless it's after a ball! It's just too boring!" Now I love running. The things that seem to have worked for me are inlisting in the local running club running every Sunday, Conqueror's Challenges and setting the goal of a half marathon with friends in April. I felt defeated but feel so strong now after only two months. Oh and side note: My thighs show muscle now, and I lost 14 pounds. Funny how easy that was, when not focusing on it!

[@MINIMALmtb]

Nice, the Great Trek is a fun race! I like how its a bit more low key compared to some of the bigger Vancouver races (and the fall colours). I was signed up to run it this year but broke my back mountain biking a few weeks before... next year!

[@madisonrichards8108]

Would LOVE to see a video on your relationship to food and body image! I know you have done one in the past that mentioned it but with all the changes to life in the last few years, it would be super interesting to see!

[@AbbyAnnMary]

Welcome back! I’ve always enjoyed any of your content: cooking, travel, lifestyle, just random life :)

[@jennc.3535]

Solid run advice, I’ve been running for over 10 years and I’ve been through all these phases.

[@hannahthemedic]

I just wanted to say that also don't worry if running isn't the right sport for you! Running is quite high impact and hard on the joints (despite how fun it is!). I personally love running but have suffered with shin splints for years, just move your body in a way that feels good for you ☺️

[@arrayahvlogs]

Keltie, I had a dream the other night that I was you and I was running through countries and countries in Europe. I have no idea why it was in Europe as I live in the US, but I felt accomplished either way. Running was the most freeing and light feeling in the world, it made me so happy. That dream in itself inspired me to start running. So, thank you for inspiring me to run lol!

[@KeltieOConnor]

I love this!! Your unconsciousness & me teamed up together last night hehhe 🫶🩵

[@stephaniefunrun]

Honest run an ultra!!!! They’re everything you love about running! It’s a party of music and food and the joy of movement and the celebration of friendship made via the trails. Choose one with soft trails And easy elevation changes, take it Slow and easy and just enjoy. It embodies everything positive you described in this video. (I find ultrasound easier than marathons. You take your time, you connect with the course, with the athletes, explore New areas and eat Great food.

[@Hannah-iq6ki]

Such a great video. Your story. How you documented your experience. The editing. YOU. All are 😍 perfect. Happy New Year Keltie! Can hardly wait to see what’s next for you.

[@MadMadMandy]

I just started running again in fitness (I'm not running in a snowstorm 🥶) but I can't really afford runningshoes and I prefer barefoot shoes or at least minimal cushion, so if you have any tips on 'low budget running start' I would be so glad to hear them! Your journey has really inspired me, while I've been trying to find my own way, thanks 💜

[@kaylathiessen859]

so many amazing accomplishments, Keltie-congratulations! I also ran my first official half marathon in October. best weather for running in Manitoba, although its nowhere as scenic as Vancouver haha, its boring AF. signed up for another this May! all the best for your next race!

[@jaclynberosik5547]

❤❤❤ love this , love running 🏃‍♀️. I will choose running over any other workouts. It is my favorite and thank you for sharing you journey because running is truly a journey and so rewarding 😊

[@didyoujust7810]

Aww the end of that story made me tear up 🥲 That's lovely that you could end it in the way you wanted to. I can only do 5k, idk I have the goal of a half marathon in mind. I'm going to trsin. Ive never done a race before and it looks so much easier having all those people around!

[@elizabethroberts2036]

I got the chocolate LMNT because of you and its such a nice hot-coco treat while having sm benefit!!!! THANK YOU for promoting things you like and that really work!

[@destinyheinze6888]

So proud of you! I enjoyed this video so much. I have taken a break from running and hearing your experience has me so excited for when I start again (:

[@kristelschellenberg9874]

Great video Keltie! Your editing is really on point! 😊

[@KeltieOConnor]

Thank you Kristel!!!

[@Anhyways]

One of the first comments yay. I also do similar workouts as you and started running last year. Signed up for a half marathon in May. Let’s see how that will go :))

[@KeltieOConnor]

AMAZING!!!! Good luck training! Hope the race goes amazing YOU GOT THIS

[@genevievecrispin-frei6556]

Hey hey Keltie!! Congrats on 2 years running! If you ever get serious about a triathlon (as potenitally alluded to at the end) I'd be super happy to train on bikes with you!! I even have 2 bikes (one not ideal but youd look speedy beside me!) and 2 helmets if you wanted to give it another try!! 🤗 PS that 5km is still one of my best highlights since moving to Van!! Thanks for a great memory!! ☺️

[@bawdybyjade3881]

Your mom looks amazing! My only hope is to look that good at 60! Oh yeah and you did great too! My run streak is on!!

[@KeltieOConnor]

I feel the same! She is the best role model I feel so blessed

[@nancyhuff4677]

Awesome, Kellie!! Congratulations!! I think I have seen you on my runs 🏃‍♀️💕

[@m009bt]

your music choice makes me so happy

[@RunForYourProblems]

I love stories like this! I just posted my “documentary” about how it took me 11 years of trying until I could finally run a marathon. I accidentally ended up becoming a full blown runner 😂

[@dreamerfishb]

Love your running content!! It’s keeping me motivated

[@AK-th1ky]

super inspiring

[@kristanvw1563]

I struggle with the slow music, I found your Rage Lift Playlist (and I love it 😅) and was going too fast, but I figured out the other week how to use it make a game for doing interval. Long way of saying I love your Playlist 😂❤

[@ninjashoyo9086]

Hi Keltie! I started running around the same time as you. I’ve been running for two years too and I’ve been following your content along the way so I want to thank you for being such an inspiration to me. I love your personality; I feel like we could be best friends! Like you, when I started running, I got the bug and just had to have a goal. I trained for a half marathon after a year (which was just last November). Unfortunately, after that, I always got muscle pain in my knees and shins. I am currently deciding between choosing trying out martial arts (BJJ for self-defense because it’s dangerous in my country) and running (hiring a coach). I feel the need to hire a coach because I’m still so slow and I have a feeling my recurring muscle injuries are due to muscle imbalance and improper form… But watching your video and remembering my half marathon made me teary-eyed; it made me remember how much I love running and wish I could love it more if my body were more suited for it (I am skinny and a little underweight and have trouble gaining weight). So now I’ve just been focusing on short runs (30 minutes or less) but I always feel defeated at the end because I was so used to doing 5-10Ks… I always feel I could be doing so much more. Can you give me words of advice and encouragement? 🥹

[@michellemurphy8293]

I get so upset for you in every video where you mention the split shin from your CrossFit video. She should not have had you attempt a box jump on a FULL SIZE WOODEN BOX!!! Ugh. I have been pissed on your behalf multiple times.

[@sadikatirtawan7948]

Hi Keltie, so inspired with this! Just wondering - how’s the shin now? Are the marks completely gone? I also had a bad injury and I don’t think the marks are going anywhere so would be helpful if you could shed some light to make the wound heal faster and seamlessly into skin 😂 Thanks a bunch!

[@carrikidwell172]

Another amazing video! Good for you for progressing in your running journey 😊

[@DaniQB]

Perfect timing, I started running 2 days ago

[@KeltieOConnor]

Good luck on your run journey! I hope you enjoy every step of the way

[@KeltieOConnor]

pun intended

[@simonsveberg9210]

Loved the video. I wpuld love to see you dig into heart rate zones and heart rate training. That will be a game changer. I myself have been running for 7 years, not in a streak but on weekly basis. I have realized I have been running wrong. Some runs that feel good may be even bad for you. Since I started catching up on low heart rate training and and heart rate zones my running have been more efficiant than ever. And yes, it is hard as hell in the beginning even tho I am a almost daily runner. But the result after 3-4 months is mind blowing. I would love to see you dig into it and try it. I will subscribe to hope to see it soon! Btw I saw you run in Limhamn in Malmö in the video, really close to me so fun to see!

[@SofiLoco]

I ALWAYS have that thought in the last 5km of a half. What the hell am I doing?!? But you’re so right that it all dissipates the second you cross the line. Usually found my next race before I go to bed that night lol

[@kristenwolfe2100]

Running is such an easy addiction! I love this video!

[@KeltieOConnor]

I truly is! Thank you Kristen!

[@karleywolf333]

Happy weekend Keltie! ❤😊

[@KeltieOConnor]

Have a great weekend Karley!

[@catrionakilgallon4400]

Anyone interested in starting running I highly suggest you start with your local Parkrun. A weekly (free) 5km run with lots of others is so motivating!

[@raylenedonaldson8896]

I absolutely love your content! As a CrossFitter, I feel the need to say this; when I watched the video where you tried the CrossFit workout, I immediately wondered WTF the person you worked out with started you on a workout with a 24” box, especially when you said you were sore. That was irresponsible imo and not representative of the methodology or community

[@kenfreeman8888]

Very inspiring. Very well done.

[@lidia.ortizg]

You were the one that got my curiosity for running going! I am far from your level but oh well, at least I can run 500m without feeling out of breath hahaha

[@danas9970]

How did you handle sick days?😮‍💨 didn’t you catch a cold in this year?

[@dianebeattieee]

Half marathon for our full bestie 🥺🥺🥺💞💞💞

[@franknsteinsASMR]

Beautiful video keltie O'Connor love you keep up the great work thank you ma'am

[@ShantyIrishman]

I’m traveling from Brooklyn to Central Park today to scout if they have salted the roads for my long run tomorrow, the runner’s high is real!

[@KeltieOConnor]

Hope the roads are cleared for you!!!

[@ShantyIrishman]

@@KeltieOConnor Reddit says they are good, but I've got to Midtown anyway to pick my race bib up, so... Get two birds stoned at once. 😜

[@jamiemojica23]

I just signed up for the Lulu 10k in LA! My first race beyond 5K ever and first race in over 5 years!

[@KeltieOConnor]

Good luck!!!! So excited for you 😍 the lulu runs are so much fun!

[@jamiemojica23]

I’m working on my outdoor running. Still have a ways to go, but I’m excited!

[@eduardoc8296]

anytime Keltie posts, I simply watch.

[@KeltieOConnor]

I love to hear it!!

[@rivermelon]

loved this video!!❤

[@dabriag-force3450]

Loved this video, thanks for sharing!!!

[@KeltieOConnor]

So happy you enjoyed!!

[@kristengilliam3137]

Thank you for validating my fear of box jumps 😅

[@Drrck11]

So glad you like running. Me too👍🏾👍🏾

[@KeltieOConnor]

Love that we’re all in our running era!

[@stevenmiche789]

Great video. That’s awesome

[@ivylovesrunning]

One of us. One of us. 😂 The runners bug is hard to shake off. 😂

[@KeltieOConnor]

HAHHAHAHAHAHHAHA 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Apost.kirtsaki]

Hello from Greece!in 6 months from 2k in a half marathon!!

[@KeltieOConnor]

Hello from seven! Good luck with training for it! You got this!

[@jemimabean]

Eeekk I am so proud of you!! You are such an inspiration to watch and it makes me so happy that you caught the running bug🥹I have got my first marathon this year and a half mara is my favourite distance to run heheh. I am hoookkkeeedddd🥰 Really loved this video, keep smashing it💛💛 P.s. makes me so happy that you included your mum too🥹🥹

[@brittanycameron1535]

How often were you changing your runners? love your videos!

[@Eef3216]

In March going to run 10 kn with a game most I have run until now is 7km so the last 3 km should go fine. Think next week I am going to run 10 km for the first time

[@parisbear6062]

It is addictive. But great if you are physically able to run.

[@marybabameto1195]

"I was ready to run an ultra the next day" SO. RELATABLE. whyyyy are humans like this?!??!!?

[@rollie5579]

You make great videos.

[@skywriter14]

Hey, a question about electrolytes. Sodium is bad for me at the moment. So, I am aggressively cutting everything that has extra sodium. Does electrolytes always have a lot of sodium? Do you know any hacks about that?

[@lmbk3294]

Great video! Try audiobooks- changed my running life!

[@pinarofdag]

🍀🍀🍀 Have a great weekend

[@eloyanzola]

Inspiration defined

[@Run4yourlives]

I’ve done 12 half marathons and one full and I’m super inspired by your content! I’d love to try a streak. Just curious was your average daily mileage during that first year?

[@KeltieOConnor]

I'm insured by you doing 12 that is amazing!!! Thats hostly a good question, I'm not really sure the average because I just kinda listen to my body. I bet the usual was 1-4km, some days a little more some days a little less. I didn't really ever go about 8km (except for the odd 10km moment or race) simply because I wanted to never over train. That won't work for everyone but what did for me

[@maximeguilbault6893]

You could run an ultra for sure!

[@MajaThostrup]

Will you make a makeup tutorial? ♥

[@xorcst]

That’s still fast for someone who doesn’t run.

[@nocturnus009]

21.1km in under two hours? What is said witchcraft?!?! Shout out to that family in College Point Queens that always played Survivor’s “Eye of the Tiger” from their 2nd floor window with their speakers pointed out EVERY NYRR Half Marathon Grand Prix [Queens Leg, NIMBY losses because folks like y’all vote with your sound] morning.

[@KeltieOConnor]

Thank you so much!!

[@nocturnus009]

@@KeltieOConnor for the NYC Marathon one of MANY hero’s out there is the, “stick man.” There is a guy that hangs out in the Bronx just as you get off the bridge in mile 20 with a cache of roller sticks. Enjoy this brainstorming healing & recovery season. Hopefully 2024 is the year the algorithm understands the utility in promoting videos that discuss Sleep, Recovery & Recouping Hygiene.

[@manfredbismark6688]

Bravo! Rudi.

[@KeltieOConnor]

Have a great Saturday Rudi!

[@e.aldrich]

I'm training to run a marathon and I'm wondering, have you ever gotten shin splints? If so, how did you get through that?

[@carochan86]

Stretching, proper shoes, compression socks.

[@katesicle]

Haha I’m the same, my mom used to run marathons and wanted me to run one with her and I’ve always been like hell no but now I’m into running…sorry mom