My 9 Step Complete Guide to Running *Taboo topics no one talks about*

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[@HollyRoa11]

Shout out for being a really fit person who hasn’t lost sight of how to talk to true beginners to set them up for success with realistic expectations. I think a lot of people forget what it was like in the beginning and misgauge difficulty for those starting out.

[@bro.that.is.adorable.2633]

I'm a lifelong hater of running but I love watching Keltie talk about fitness lmao

[@KeltieOConnor]

I’m patting myself on the back for this one HAHHAHAHAH

[@KeltieOConnor]

I’m patting myself on the back for this one HAHHAHAHAH

[@abihfritz]

Glad I’m not the only one😂👌🏼

[@marytaylor9001]

Me for real 😂😂😂 I’m just now getting serious into fitness, but feel I’ll always hate running. But watching Keltie talk about running/fitness? Love it 😂

[@JenLauren]

You touched on the weight topic so sensitively and articulately and beautifully. This is such an important topic thank you!!!!

[@KeltieOConnor]

This is such a sigh of relief thank you. I know it’s so touchy and wanted to be honest but gentle to all those impacted. Thank you for saying that Jen 🩵

[@katherinekline7319]

You are so wonderful! Thank you for doing this!!!😊

[@mawolf87]

As a new and slower runner, I found not only are other not judging you, they ENCOIR you. I can’t believe how many times a faster runner told me “you’re doing great” or “keep at it, you got this” as they passed me.

[@GorgieClarissa]

I've ran 8 halfs and when I'm done with my races, I go and cheer on the people coming in after me!

[@disappointedinmyself8375]

That makes me happy. I’ve just started jogging and my distance now is just 2,8 km and I’m gonna increase it a little bit every week. I’ve always been scared of people judging me but truly I need to learn to be happy that I am moving my body. It’s just hard to remember sometimes!

[@ashtonlynnmarie]

Same. 🥰 that’s what I loved about the 2 races I’ve done so far (both 5ks)

[@youcancallmemei9759]

i am running in a popular running round and i see runner and joggers everyday and i am a slow jogger but they always hype me up and it’s very sweet even thought it’s kinda awkward but it does help a lot

[@BS-xs7jb]

"Every runner talks in miles" as a European I would like to politely disagree lol

[@LiviaDalvi]

As a Latin American, I would go with the Europeans. Every time someone talks in miles, my mind gets very confused 😅

[@JadesFitnessBucketList]

I run ultras, marathons and all distances and for me the most important thing for anyone in the Thick Thighs club like me is: Biker shorts for the win! I cant go more than 5km without chaffing. i wish i could wear the super short flowy shorts Keltie wears but no antichaff cream/talcum powder etc saves me. The biker shorts are comfy AF, never ride up and ASOS do them super cheap!

[@michelleqiu4708]

Any brands you recommend??

[@JadesFitnessBucketList]

@@michelleqiu4708 yes the ASOS own brand for sports wear, I think it’s called F405 but if not you can filter on the website by ‘own brand’

[@carochan86]

Walmart has avia shorts that have bike shorts. I'm tall so I have to make sure they are long enough . I usually always size up.

[@youcancallmemei9759]

biker shorts are a game changer

[@kathrynhilder9609]

It's taken yeeears of running for me to embrace my "strong" thighs. I mostly trail run now, including ultras, so those thighs get me up the hills. Bless them! Bike shorts are definitely the go to for us strong thigh gals! Or tights, even in the Australian summer.

[@stephaniewaskoenig1387]

Running tip: always encourage those around you! Even if you are faster, or feeling fresher. Give a thumbs up, tell the person who is struggling that “you look strong! Keep it up!” It’s amazing how much that helps them and keeps the community loving and strong together.

[@rebeccalynnr]

I used to be a strictly weight lifting and walking girly, but started to build up my running endurance the last 3 months and WOW. I love it. My first goal is to run a 5K without stopping (~ 30min). I’m not fast at all but idc, I love seeing the progress in my runs and especially in my health. My RHR dropped nearly 10 BPM since I started running. I feel so good.

[@bleeknee28]

I was the same way! I wanted to build up my strength and do my daily walks. I have now added I'm a few runs a week and I'm a slow runner but I'm just enjoying running. Good luck on the 5k, you can do it!

[@Therino921]

I don't run and don't want to start, but i watched the whole video because Keltie is just so good at keeping things entertaining while being educational. Thanks for another amazing video!

[@KeltieOConnor]

I’m so flattered thank you 🥹🩵

[@FatRedMonkey]

I’m a 30 year old male who relatively recently got into running after years of weight training. I never focused on cardio and instead just did it as an afterthought. Over the past few months I’ve been spending less time in the gym and more time running. The mental benefits and sense of freedom that a run gives are second to none. Maybe it’s just the change in routine, but I think there is more to it than this. It has helped me become more toned, improved my mental health and made me fall in love with training again, instead of just doing it for routines sake. I’m now able to regularly run 10K and have signed up to my first official 10K event in June. This is a great video. Keep up the content. Very informative whether male or female.

[@KeltieOConnor]

THIS IS AMAZING!!! Literally exactly how I feel about running, the sense of freedom and mentally benefits is what made me fall in love with it Thank you so much for you kind words. Good luck on your 10k!

[@KrissK]

I've been running since... I think I was 12? Making it almost 20 years of running! And honestly, running transformed my life. I started out as a chubbier kid who just wanted to up her fitness, so took up running one summer... came back to school pretty fit, joined the school track & field club, then did my first 10K race! Since I graduated high school, I've moved between 5-6 countries/cities, and running has always been the one constant thing in my life. Whenever I'd move to a new city, I'd use running to explore the area, and stay fit. Running for me was an opportunity to unwind, to get time for myself, to clear my head from thoughts... or the opposite, to figure out answers to big questions. Since moving to Finland 2 years ago, I started joining more races, and hitting personal bests in my 5k, 10k, and now, more recently I ran my first half marathon race, finishing in under 2 hours! Running is beautiful, because it's brought both discipline and a lot of freedom into my life. It's awesome to see a resurgence in interest for running, and I'm excited for all the people finding running for themselves!

[@bigsistahtips]

When the bug hits is the best feeling. Wanting to go for a run to let all the bad things go and contemplate what’s under your control and what isn’t. Just beautiful.

[@madelinee4833]

I read this wrong and thought you were saying when bugs hit you while you're running 😭

[@hipuppy12345]

It’s SOOO important that you’re talking about the fact that running isn’t for weight loss. Running is a high intensity sport and hormonally for a lot of women it can actually put you back in your weight loss journey. For me, it’s all about my mental health - I LOVE running but it gives me hives and causes me to retain weight as compared to walking or low-intensity exercise. I’m not willing to trade it but I’m trying to figure out ways to keep it in my routine without jeopardizing my health journey. Thanks Keltie 🙏

[@lulubebe3901]

Would love to hear more about this

[@connerschacherer3122]

I’m training for a 5k for the first time and one thing that helps is to run with my (midsize) dog. Seeing how happy she gets on the runs makes me want to continue even if I’m tired and my legs are hurting

[@luckycharms0624]

thank you! i just got back from a 5 mile run!!! two months ago i couldn’t run 2 miles but now i’m consistently running 5 every saturday! i feel so good now

[@margotstevens418]

The weight issue is spot on - all the signals running sends to your body are counter to weight loss. There's also a flip side - trying to lose weight through a nutrition plan *while-at-the-same-time* trying to achieve running performance goals is just a recipe for contradictory messaging - you will not fuel properly and you'll just feel terrible and exhausted. I've learned the hard way that you have to choose one or the other at a time. For myself, moving from 10km races to half marathons is going to require some weight loss, which can only be achieved by lowering my running performance goals for the six months that I'm giving myself to lose the weight, and then I'll start half marathon training again. I'm still running 3x a week, I am just not pushing myself to achieve unrealistic speed or distance goals.

[@stef4525]

thank you for talking about the weight gain/muscle loss aspect! When I first started running in 2016 I gained weight when I trained for my first half marathon and wish I knew that was even a thing.

[@laureldye7262]

I just ran my first 5k! Thanks for opening me up to the idea of running. Im told the running community can be so fun and id love to get into it. Its hard being the back of the pack. But i did it and ill try it again.

[@sainsworth42]

this is absolutely incredible and perfect for someone either just getting started or a seasoned runner needing some tips. you feel so approachable and helpful!

[@nicekid99]

running has definitely helped my change my mindset towards food. like you said, eat to run rather than run to eat. i used to think of food as a reward for exercising. that didn't help me much and i started to sort of restrict myself on days i felt that i didn't exercise "enough." i really felt that when i started running. felt weak and tired all the time, until i changed my mindset towards food.

[@nataschahass6704]

Thank you so much, Keltie. Loved the long video so much. I am so happy there are people like you out there educating us in an honest way. ❤ A video about fitness/running watches would be awesome!

[@f4iryolive]

grateful for this video!! just picked up running last summer after graduating college as someone who used to both hate and fear running. i now love it and am training for a half marathon in the fall :D

[@EmilyCarlotta]

So I somehow missed this video last week and only saw it AFTER my first run back after a few long years off from running. Perfect timing. So positive, so full of knowledge and as always you are a total vibe. Thank you!

[@carolinewhite9191]

Running a half marathon on the 26th of May. I’m am ready and so excited! Thanks for sharing all your experiences😊

[@xenthechaos]

i'm doing a half marathon as my first race 🥴🤩 kinda nervous, kinda hyped... this just comes at the right time 🏃🏻‍♀️💨

[@rachaelpracht]

I’m a big chested runner. Big chested sports bras are pricey! I also have worn two low compression sports bras at the same time for a nice layered look and a totally customizable compression feel.

[@KeltieOConnor]

Ugh such a down side that the high performance one are so pricey 🥲 hate that for you!! Genius idea with the double up

[@lexyjo]

I have to try this!! The bras I *do* own for running have me feeling like Kim K at the Met Gala this year 🤣⌛️

[@rachaelpracht]

@@lexyjo hahaha yes exactly! another thing you can do is buy your normal size in bra 1, then layer with a bra that's 1 size bigger. I hated the way the high compression bras looked (matronly) so I've been doing some sort of layering thing for years

[@lexyjo]

@@rachaelpracht this is revolutionary 🤯🤯🤯

[@graphitebeans]

Try the Panache underwire sports bra. It’s literally the most comfortable and supportive thing available. The underwire is wrapped in foam of some type, and it goes up to J cup. Expensive but will last you years with proper care 😊

[@brittanpetersonmeh]

YES, THANK YOU FOR TALKING ABOUT WEIGHT GAIN VS JUST LOSING IT

[@carolinerisp8767]

YOUR CONTENT THO 😮‍💨 Your channel is literally such a gamechanger when it comes to health & wellness! 1000/10! 🥹❤️

[@jessicasale9513]

I ran my first marathon and listened to hitting the bars the entire way! I actually listen to you guys during all my runs!!

[@apuntesunybook4017]

you are such a nice positive personality to have in social media! Your videos are always what I am looking for, and you come across one of the most real and normal personalities! Thank you for putting content out there!!!

[@vanessad5629]

Excited for this one. After many years of cycling instead of running (after a long run streak similar to yours), I’m slowly incorporating it in my routine again. Currently doing a weightlifting and running hybrid program. Loving it so far!

[@KeltieOConnor]

We love a running weightlifting hybrid routine 👏🏻 love that you’re loving it so far!!

[@lagoss729]

18:30 I love that analogy for long run/raceday and game day/championship! So true and a great way to approach those runs.

[@lize-marisnyman8132]

💓love your perspective on 'health'. I like to go on a run before we go out to dinner somewhere, because it makes me soooo hungry, then I can have a starter, a big dinner (and a few bites of whatever my boyfriend ordered) and dessert, and still feel physically really good after devouring a small mountain of food. Definitely started running to lose weight - didn't work at all - but ended up loving life a lot more.

[@kthrynmcdnld]

Thanks for talking about the weight issue and the misconceptions around it. One thing I think needs to be more explicit is that gaining weight is not the same as putting on a weight vest. Runners who gain weight will probably gain a lot of muscle, which is metabolically active tissue that HELPS your athletic development. More muscle means you can develop a higher strength ceiling and put less stress on your bones and joints. To run efficiently, you need to be strong enough to maintain good mechanics. Gaining fat doesn't have to be negative either - body fat can help your body deal with the stress of running in terms of endocrine health. (When I get below a certain BF%, I get wrecked by hard runs and take ages to recover.) For the devils advocates, no I'm not saying everyone needs to gain weight to run better. There's a healthy range for everyone and I think that most of us are afraid to explore how we feel at the upper end of that range. I've gained weight in the last year and have only gotten faster and fitter.

[@scb11323]

After a rough 1/2 marathon last year after the passing of my grandmother, I've been completely out of running and this was exactly what I needed before I ease back in. Thank you for all your tips! Your videos are always so motivating 🤍

[@CamrynCarter-wx2es]

love this video!! thank you for being so inspiring and honest! that’s why I love your channel!! you are the best💗💗

[@izalikah7616]

Keltie, this was a fantastic video, and one of my faves of yours in a long time! I don't run, but hoping to get it together enough to begin soon. If and when I do, I'll come back to this video for reference and tips! Hope you're doing well, and I appreciate your fitness content! ❤

[@viktoriamarie8572]

Just ran my first half marathon today, definitely an event im going to remember. The atmosphere, the endorphins, feeling proud of myself.🎉 Now watching your video as a reward 😊

[@nikaesterhuyse5492]

training for my first half-marathon in September - haven't properly trained in about 2 years, but I'm using the NRC training guide -been loving it so far!

[@anettvetik8516]

Love this video! I've been running for about 18 years now and I can relate to most of the things you were saying! Today I'm running a trail race, it's half marathon and tomorrow I will start a new training program for a marathon (its in Oct). I'm 7 months postpartum so today's race is going just to be about fun, being in forest, about vibes and people :D Greeting from Estonia!

[@lisinbondi1240]

I’m a fairly seasoned runner but there is always something we need to be reminded of. Thanks Kellie

[@elvaanatorr15]

I really enjoyed this video keltie!! It's giving me fuel to wanna run more again! Lots of amazing tips too. 👌

[@alenaalex]

Absolutely love this video, Keltie! It gives me a boost of energy 💪🏻

[@KeltieOConnor]

Thank you Alena 🩵

[@Kellz_here]

I don’t know how you knew I needed this little push in beginning my running/jogging journey. But thank you for the great video Keltie!! ❤

[@KeltieOConnor]

You’re so welcome kellz, love that my video can be a part of your running journey 🩵

[@user-pd6yh6tc4i]

I highly recommend the beats solo3 they stay on and don pull out your hair for headphones

[@wavey_BB]

I did my first 5k race with my spin gfs in April and it was an absolute blast, signed up for another in June and am doing a half with my brothers in sept! I used to have panic attacks over track and field as a kid and now I’m casually running 11k cause the suns out. I feel like runnings made me a happier person 100%

[@hanaosman6726]

Thank you for another beautiful video, Keltie. These are such a treat! I am running my first 10k in July.

[@mar4136]

I have to say thank you for this I’m looking for just some beginner running advice and I had to close like three videos before this that just made me feel so bad and felt so out of tune with where I’m at as an actual beginner! This video actually felt helpful being specific enough about times and frequency and types of runs without being over ambitious or intimidating, so thank you for being realistic and not scaring me away

[@slayxyourxday]

As someone who is slowly getting into running/higher intensity cardio, this is great information! I will be saving this video to rewatch later ❤

[@KeltieOConnor]

Hope this video helps you!! Great job getting into your running/high intensity cardio era 🩵 love this for you

[@slayxyourxday]

@@KeltieOConnor it absolutely will! Thanks!

[@Thefitty]

SO cool bumping into you just in the streets the other day, that was UNREAL!❤❤🎉🎉

[@ncva]

This is so helpful! I've been running for ~1 year and it's always nice to learn how to improve.

[@LiaRumsey]

Hey Keltie, this has ben super helpful and transparent for me as someone returning to running after a long stint off. I used to run lots and did a couple of 10ks but haven't done any training or events for 5 years. Fast forward to now I'm going through a bit of a rough patch and signed myself up to a 10k to give me a goal to focus on. I will add, that i have a mild form of cerebral palsy so training has looked totally different to what you'd typically imagine a runner to do ( fewer long runs, more mobility etc.). Your videos have been like a check point every week regardless of the subject to think about how to approach my fitness and running goals. I especially appreciate that you don't demonise peoples food choices for training ( candy before a run lol) and in short appear more 'real talk' than most influencers. My 10k is this Saturday so maybe I'll update here or on this weeks video how I got on?

[@tnan123]

What a great video. I've been running for a few years but still learned a lot and reminded a lot about the things that work.

[@1409musiclover]

Every beginner runner needs to watch this video! So many things I wish I knew in the beginning.

[@shoppinggirl4003]

I'm running my first half in two weeks - love this video Keltie, very honest and insightful!

[@kat_ilming]

Perfect timing video, I signed up for a marathon on a whim a few days ago, I started running in January and overdid it and haven't run since March 😅 I'm super excited to get back into it and train but it's also pretty scary

[@libbymorehouse4466]

Did my first half marathon this November. I'm so glad I invited friends to do it with me. Accountability buddies saved me

[@elizabethwalline6042]

I love running. I run about 14 miles a week and I Already have run a 10k and a 5k this year! I love this video ( although a little long) you shed light on something so important… the fact that a run doesn’t always need to be your best, your hardest, or a PR. I cannot tell you the last time I didn’t run with my watch.. you got me thinking I may need to bring back the reason I fell in love with running… THE FREEDOM however lately I’ve created so many “musts” and obsessions around my runs I think I stole my own freedom away Thank you for this reminder!!!

[@shelbywhite6396]

So this might just be my area thing but after every organized run event they have a cooler full of beer! A couple of the races even had shots of bayou rum at water stations you can choose to have or not. So 1000% can understand the beauty which is that first taste of the bubbles after a run! Fantastic information as always and currently petting my puppers now!!!

[@amymoran7302]

The past 2 years I went from 0 experience to running 4 halfs, 1 relay race, 1 trail race, a full marathon, and joining a track club. I wish I had found this before! It took me a year to figure out the shoe situation, and probably longer than that to figure out how to properly fuel. I was not prepared for the weight gain and bloating! I've learned so much and become stronger mentally but I am ready to transition to shorter distances and lifting again! This is an amazing video, thank you!!

[@jasmineamber6109]

thank you for this keltie, i bet this took so long for you to research and make! i’ve been running since may 2022, but only consistently since last june, so nearly a year, doing my first 10k event two weeks today, and signed up for a half marathon in november (which is terrifying + hilly + cold but i’m taking the full six months to properly prepare myself!), i learnt loads from this video!

[@daniBanderob]

Just started running again after an almost 10 year hiatus because I injured myself. Thank you so much for the info and hype!

[@inthegardenwitheveliaflore4908]

Love this video raw and real about the dark side of physical activity running, biking, weightlifting, nutrition etc…😊 everything in moderation!🙏

[@BecBec2015]

can we please stop and appreciate the quality of Keltie’s content????? Thank you queen!!👏🏼

[@camelliaghotbzadeh2576]

i LOVED this video keltie!! I currently do boxing/HIIT training and started my running journey in beginning of March of this year. I was slowly upping my mileage over the last two months (my highest was 5.5 miles, which was crazy to accomplish as someone who hasn't run consistently for years) and started seeing improvements on my speed and pace which was super exciting. But, one day I don't think I stretched enough, tried some new shoes, and ultimately injured myself on the back of my left knee. I'm a little nervous to get back into running after getting that injury but I'm taking this video as a sign to get back to it! This was a really helpful video and will definitely use it going forward, hoping to sign up for my first 10k in the coming months 😊

[@TammyPappas]

Discovered your channel (and so glad I did) because I'm training for the 2024 Cow Harbor Race. I'm new to running but have a local 5K coming up in June which will technically be my first official run. Very nervous but excited but mostly nervous haha...thank you for all the amazing content. I have so much to watch through!

[@RIRL916]

I have been loving the couch to 5k app so far. I’m already noticing that my running intervals are more enjoyable after doing about 8 of the run days (across 2 weeks). As a complete beginner gym and yoga girlie I highly recommend it

[@ArchIVEDCinema]

I signed up for my first marathon this year, was so excited, and was having a great time training, making amazing progress, then tore my ACL playing soccer a month out 😭 Had surgery the weekend of the marathon (last weekend) Hoping I can run one by fall! Also, I agree. Beer is good! 👍🏻

[@gillianbooth8225]

Loved this thank you! I am going to do the Edinburgh 10k so this has got me motivated! Thank you 😄

[@rhartke5572]

Omg! I have watched your videos periodically and enjoyed them, but this video tipped me into major fan mode. As a girlie who’s bigger chested, fluctuated weight, and also marathoned, had a baby and finding my way back to running, this video was a sigh of relief. AND spoke to the ego of the thing! Why do I change my gait when others run by!? My training plan is sacred, and zone 2 is as well. Thank you for this!

[@MinimalisticBudget]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm training for my first 10k this August!! So excited!! 🥰

[@lorelaiglimore]

I love you sm so grateful to have found this 💗

[@3v3rything3]

Been running since august after a lifelong of trying and failing to progress and really needed to hear the last five minutes :)

[@findingthebroom]

i started running this time last year. telling myself that i _have to_ eat or i won't allow myself to workout has been (and still is) a game changer

[@Sophia-tv7kg]

I found you as I got into running last year!! I’m so happy I did!!

[@bius90]

I have 3 events coming up. 5km - June, Richmond 10km - September, Supernova 5Km - November. Can't waiiiitttt !! :) Keltie, as always, great video and really informative.

[@cwilliams7595]

Thank you for showing actually slow running for a bit of the video. I have a really hard time going slow for me because I feel like I'm already slow so should be pushing, always. This inspired me to go for an actually slow run and it's maybe the first time I've actually enjoyed running in a very long time.

[@HorseCraziHippie]

I love when you say that in swimming your pressured to be lean, and especially women, i can relate to that so much as a female swimmer i am skinny but its like im always trying to smaller, love ur videos!❤

[@ditadit9548]

I really enjoy the way you tell your story. Interesting and enjoyable. Thank you for sharing, Keltie 🤍

[@Anna-ns7tq]

This is a great video and as someone who’s currently starting to enjoy running once a week ( I play club sports in Europe so I only do one session in the on season) I would like to give some recommendations. I am more curvy than Keltie so if you have thicker thighs you might like it: the lulu align 10/15 inch shorts, the sit perfectly for me, don’t ride up and reduce cheffing. Also the high impact energy bra from lulu (adjustable) is so great, you’re girls will not move (which I like). Invest in a stick that reduces cheffing and put that on every where: where you’re bra straps are, on you’re thighs, under arms, in the elbows (this one is a game changer for me) etc. Third: I just recently got a running vest and love it, I usually cannot go further than 5k as I was getting so thirsty and got headaches. Get a running vest you can put water in, you’re key, some cash, you’re phone… I love it. I am also starting to do the Natasha Oceane hybrid program during my off season (it’s not the full 12 weeks but I’ll do it for eight). I like it a lot as you can pick what you’re goal is, if you want to do more weights or running and she includes running specific exercises that also help me with my club sport.

[@Honeyslider__]

Half-Marathon training first timer! Definitely learning to let go of my ego and when Nike Run Club doesn't track my run I shed a tear but this made me feel better. It 100% still counts.

[@isabelblancas8230]

I totally relate to being humbled by NRC not logging my run, especially a long/hard run. I'm using it for my first half-marathon training right now. Good luck with your race! 🏁🏃‍♀️

[@runwithjordan]

My favorite sports bra ever are the Anita brand bras and they have some of those odd sizes you won't always find in stores.

[@svetlanap.8030]

Hi Keltie! Thank for making this video, I found it SUPER helpful! I got into running about a year ago and in 3 weeks I am running my first 10k race :) You've touched on so many things that I haven't even thought about before, honestly (running hats?!!! different playlist for different types of runs??? ) 😅 Anyway.. Thank you again! I loved this video!

[@sjomajlin_]

jösses... I think I did 3 runs last year (no, not races, runs...) and I´ve been longing to get back to it, but just waited for the stars to align or something... while just getting more and more out of shape... so when I saw this video I was just like "why don't I just do it?!" I just got back home after a very slow and awkward 3 km and I am soooo proud and happy!!!

[@TheMichelleDiaries]

I used to absolutely despise running but now I like it a lot! I don’t run a lot, (just once a week), and I’m not fast by any means 😅 But I enjoy myself which is far more important! Loved the tips you gave and I feel you, I NEED to listen to music while I run or it’s not happening lol

[@laurahunter1690]

I’ve regained my love of running lately. Nothing feels as great as a good run and it’s the only cardio that works for me to keep my legs trimmed down.

[@aubreygoad7666]

I needed this! Perfect timing. I'm a new runner and am running my first HM in Oct. and first marathon in December. Literally just started and I'm scared 😳

[@ellenfitzmaurice1352]

I saw someone say that race day is the celebration that you trained and got there and that changed my mindset a ton

[@rachelleo8881]

Thanks as always. Appreciate what you do and your approach to life and fitness. 👍🏼💪🙏🏽

[@edelsteinfunkler]

It was a real struggle for me to get these long runs in on the weekend. Hated running in circles or through the city. But since I started to invest the extra time to get out of the city into nature its a blast every week! 1-2h into nature, a nice 2-3h roundtrip (komot) somewhere with trees, fields, small mountains,... and then 1-2h back. Game changer.. I believe you call it trail running 😅❤

[@nayeli_xzr8043]

For me running is my „good morning“ three times a week. I love to get up, snack something, warm up amd then run, especially at this time of the year. (I‘m from Germany and when I go for a run now at 5:30 a.m., the sun is rising🤩)

[@estefanie_priscilla]

Your videos motivated me to sign up for my first half marathon in October 🎉

[@ShantyIrishman]

My Brooklyn Half people, let’s get it next Saturday!

[@ellajaymass]

amazing video! love how you keep it honest but fun

[@nicolekelly2974]

Love hearing that over the head headphones look cool 😆 I lost my running earbuds and have been having to use my headphones but always feel like a dork with a big clunky machine on my head, but I love that some people think they’re cool! ☺️👍

[@vstam390]

Thanks for this keltie! Adding a follow up to hair washing... As a wavy hair girly , some may understand wanting to reignite those curls, so you can also just run water through your hair. I have thick hair and need to at least do this. I Rinse out the sweat that accumulates and style the hair for the day :D

[@lewemetmischke]

This was a very good video thank you! Having my first 'parkrun' 5km this Saturday and this helped me for my mindset*

[@lulaboola74]

What a comprehensive video👏 I started rubbing at 43 after a lifetime of believing I hated running. I now run for fun about 3 times a week😂 Got a 10k next Monday and I'm not going for any Pars just want to enjoy the race day atmosphere 🎉

[@Dancintoschool]

This is so helpful. I needed this video. Thanks, Keltie!

[@PbLigand]

The section on weight loss/ weight gain was beautifully done Keltie. Everyone who would like to begin running should listen to this advice. I have been running for many years now, and I definitely eat so I can run and that normally means eating super clean to maintain a comfortable running weight and enough to get energy and nutrients but not to end up with an upset stomach after longer runs or speed workouts. Thanks for the video.

[@oliviascales5846]

Calling candy the cheap person’s gel is so real😂😂my go to is sour patch kids. I’m on a journey of becoming more consistent with running, so this video came at the perfect time. Love your content Keltie!