My Experience Running 2022 Boston Marathon

[@Potential_Increase]

Ive recently started running (mostly because of depression and an inactive life). And after many setbacks i eventually finished 10 miles in Antwerp last weekend. Your videos especially the ones with the marathons and half marathons are really inspiring and also a hope i can get to do something like that one day. I hope you know what an impact you have :)

[@twold4this]

Hi. Running has helped me with my mental/emotional/physical health. Finishing a tiring run/race is soooo satisfying. The Americano and Chocolate Twist at Costa never tastes as good than at that moment! Of course running isn't a silver-bullet (I also have venlafaxine) but it makes a huuuuge difference Happy running to you.

[@Potential_Increase]

@@twold4this oh i can understand that it was satisfying at that moment. Yeah i don´t see running as a silver bullet, it isn´t the only part of my life im in the process of improving. But what i like is that running has an effect on the other parts

[@jobanski]

Last year I started for the exact same reasons!

[@kevinlance1813]

This is your tribe. Keep on going and chase down your goals

[@jungtao]

@noeh. Congrats on Antwerp! Running does wonders for mental health. Keep up the good work! Always believe in yourself!

[@keanerodrigues2936]

Ran my first half marathon on Sunday, never run more than 10k before a few months ago, but after recovering from acl surgery last year, I decided to just do it and watching all the running channel videos really helped me achieve a time of 1:41:39 !! Thank you so much

[@runningchannel]

Nice one Keane! How were your legs after the race? Full recovered?

[@keanerodrigues2936]

@@runningchannel they were actually okay, feel a lot better now, and Anna’s trick of going down stairs backwards really helped! 😅

[@heggybhoy82]

Well done mate 👍i also have a hm in october , 3 10ks in the build up hoping for similar time 👍

[@lindal986]

When you get the opportunity, you run Boston, you did it, you're now a Boston Marathon Finisher! Well done!

[@nishasankaran]

Anna’s my fave presenter on trc, so inspiring, keep going Anna! ✨

[@brookeworm18]

ANNA! I'm so proud of you!! What an accomplishment! I ran my first half marathon this past Saturday and can say I got super emotional at the end of my race, too. When I was dying at 13k, I was thinking, "If Anna can do Boston, I can do this." Thanks for being my running inspiration!

[@runningchannel]

Wow! Thanks for the kind works Brooke, well done on your own race! Where and when it the next one?!

[@SherryMagno]

So happy for you, Anna. Got teary eyed as you narrated your run throughout. Congratulations for conquering Boston!

[@GammaLoop111]

Great job Anna! Super proud of you, never give up you're inspiring a lot of people!

[@debkelly6318]

Fantastic Anna, its been a journey of love, laughter, tears and fears along the way, but you never give up. You demonstrated to all of us that if you work hard and believe you can achieve. Thank you so much and well done xx

[@LDJ27]

Huge congratulations Anna, you did amazingly! The Running Channel has inspired me to take on my first ever race soon, the Wings For Life virtual race! I’m not great with distances but my goal is 6K, I’m really looking forward to it and I never would’ve had the inspiration or courage to sign up without watching you all, so thank you 😊

[@Writin2insanity]

Gosh! I am so happy for you, Anna! I am so elated that the crowds cheered you on and that you finished the race strong. This brought a tear to my eye and a smile to my face. Two more marathons to go! Well done, Anna!

[@Rahema]

I was eagerly waiting for this one, you are incredible Anna! Well done x

[@j.stellakelleher8869]

I love that you truly enjoyed the marathon and took the time to interact with fans and supporters! Not all races have to be ultra serious PR attempts and I think that Boston is one of those races that you get a lot out of by just taking in everything and enjoying it. I'm from Newton and I always love watching BM footage pass through my city. Last year I spectated around mile 17 but this year I decided to go closer into the city to mile 22 (Cleveland Circle) and the crowd was so fun to be a part of. Also props to the enthusiastic volunteer crew at Hynes too!

[@DavidMitchellNC]

We need an "Anna gets emotional" supercut 😁its great!

[@JonW9999]

Thoroughly deserved after the setbacks you’ve had. Brilliant!

[@christianlim772]

As a Bostonian and fellow Boston Marathoner - thank you for this great video. It was really refreshing to see the course and crowds through another point of view. The weather in 2022 was perfect and the crowds really loved seeing runners on the course again. I ran London in 2019 to get my Six Star and I can say the same thing about the wonderful crowds from Greenwich to Buckingham Palace. And yes we also call the Atlantic Ocean the pond. 😀

[@joylang1202]

Anna you are an inspiration. I did my first marathon last Sunday at age 49. I finished in 4hrs 27mins so was chuffed with that considering it was a blinkin hot day. You helped me along the way with my training so a big thank you to you and all the running channel people ❤️

[@willgatewood3854]

Awesome Joy congrats on completing ur 1st half marathon 👏 very happy for you

[@runningchannel]

Congratulations Joy!! That's such a great achievement 👏 Which marathon was it?

[@joylang1202]

@@runningchannel it was the Southampton one

[@carlitos4505]

Anna: “Wow! The journey was long.” Me: “Well, yeah, I can only imagine the hours and miles you’ve put in to your training to get here and-“ Anna: “I forgot what it was like to be on the airplane for that long.” Me: “Oh! You meant your flight journey from home to get to Boston was long.”

[@Regimeshifts]

haha

[@fatrunner]

This video reminds me of when I watched all Anna's old marathon videos when I was training for my first one. Go get those last two majors!!!

[@Tatlone]

I have learned, you never stop the watch. It puts some heat on my bum to take care of my business quickly knowing that my timer is still ticking away. To pivot, your happiness was so infectious. I don't know that I've seen a more positive marathon moment. Way to run and enjoy Boston.

[@usa_kenyan]

Wow! Though I'm a subscriber to this channel, it's been ages since the KZbin algorithm brought a video my way. Today, however, this video popped up on my KZbin page. I had no idea that Anna ran the Boston Marathon, in my hometown! I even recognized the hotel she was staying in. I can walk to it from my home. Anyway, I'm really impressed with Anna's running ability. Just like she conquered the New York Marathon, she easily overcame the Boston Marathon. Congratulations! And keep up your wonderful personality.

[@richardhart3558]

What a great video! Well done Anna! Such a change from the Berlin marathon part 6 which I just rewatched (must stop watching that because it makes me cry every time!) You are such an inspiration to all of us. Keep it up!

[@madr309]

I love when one of you Running Channel folks comes to this side of the big water to run. Glad you had a great time, Anna! Also, amazed at how not-utterly-dead you looked at the end of it! It's probably just too long a trip, but I'd absolutely love to see you come to my city of Atlanta, to run our big race, the Peachtree Road Race - the largest 10K in the world. Thanks for sharing your experience, and frame that unicorn medal - that's some serious braggin' rights!

[@anna.the.runner]

I’d love to do Peachtree in Atlanta! It sounds awesome!

[@tsubakichan]

So happy for your journey, Anna! It was hard to see you struggle in Berlin (although totally relatable!), but it seems like you just had a joyous experience in Boston!

[@runningchannel]

Thanks Terrence! Anna had a wonderful time in Boston and really appreciates all the support 😁

[@alleyjohnson3037]

Anna, you are the best! Thank you for your inspiration!

[@xrisc131]

Hi Anna, back when you were training for Boston, I offered you our spare bedroom but I see you found an even sweeter deal! I’m sorry I missed you at the marathon but I am so glad you made it. The offer still stands for the future!

[@anna.the.runner]

Ahh thanks so much for the offer! I remember that! Thanks so much 😊

[@warriorgirl126]

I was hoping we’d get a video!!! That’s AMAZING ANNA!!!

[@runningchannel]

We couldn't send her all the way to Boston and NOT make a video about it! Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it!

[@smally8499234]

Well done Anna 4:53:05 is a respectable time, Boston looks like such a fantastic experience, you're truly lucky to have gotten the chance to do it

[@77arjm]

Well done, Anna! After the difficulties you faced in Berlin, you came back and you smashed it! I’m so pleased for you!

[@sabakhan5004]

Loved this so much Anna xxx

[@dabascom]

Amazing! Your joy during the run was palpable. Kudos on a great run and a lovely recap video. Thank you so much, Anna, for keeping us motivated.

[@kayleighhillman6835]

Anna, you are such an inspiration! I love all @therunningchannel videos but especially Anna’s race videos and special challenges - like the 1 mile an hour and the backyard marathon. I was supposed to run my first marathon in the spring; sadly it’s not going to happen anymore but I’m hoping for a fall race. The running channel has gotten me this far and I know they’ll help me get to that starting line one day. Congrats on this amazing achievement! Look out Tokyo and Chicago!

[@ewabbott]

This was great. Congratulations, Anna.

[@HannahC]

Anna your video has just made me cry (happy tears)! You are so incredible and it was amazing to see you enjoy every second of that. You’re such an inspiration to so many people, and you’re one of the reasons I have dared to even try half marathons and a marathon. Keep being epic!

[@runningchannel]

Thanks for the very kind words Hannah, we're so pleased that you enjoyed it!

[@MrArnie82]

Honestly i got excited watching that ❤

[@kevinlance1813]

We've been waiting on this one all week at our house. Yay! Great job of sharing Boston with us. We always shed a few tears on your Marathons, and we love it. Glad to see my fellow Americans coming out to support you, we would have been there but Boston is over 900 miles from us and we have work. New bucket list item - a photo with Anna from TRC! You really have inspired so many runners around the world thanks for that. Cheers and congratulations well done. Oh, by the way we are big baseball fans, I will help you understand it if you will help me with cricket. Look out UK we will be there in June and I just received my Parkrun bracelet and tag, can't wait.

[@jamesmoss5404]

Well done Anna what an amazing achievement and you looked so happy 😀 the energy from the crowd seemed amazing. Truly our American friends always deliver such positivity 🇺🇸 Congratulations again Anna

[@christianlim772]

Glad you got to see Spencer at your race. He passed away on 2/17/2023.

[@guitarraclasica]

Breathtaking to see you with Rivs!!! How cool!!!

[@arielleleverett1377]

Oh my goodness, this has me so pumped for my first marathon in the fall!

[@runningchannel]

Thanks Arielle, let us know how you get on in the fall!

[@willgatewood3854]

Arielle that's awesome 👌 what marathon in the fall are u doing? So excited for u

[@arielleleverett1377]

@@willgatewood3854 Chicago!

[@willgatewood3854]

@@arielleleverett1377 now I'm jealous & just so damn excited for u. Ur 1st marathon is going to be 1 of the 6 majors in the world 👌ur going to crush it; happy training.

[@stephendurley1239]

Great Job!! It was so nice getting to chat with you before the race! Love the video!

[@anna.the.runner]

So great to chat to you on race day, Stephen! Hope you had a great race too. Keep being awesome 😎 💪

[@thomasireland7594]

Great run Anna - you're awesome! I ran my first Boston Marathon this year too - the course kicked by butt, but I loved every minute of it. What an absolutely fantastic atmosphere. I saw you briefly heading towards the start line from the Athlete's Village, but I was on the ground stretching and too far away to yell 'Hi' without sounding like a crazy person...haha

[@ebutuoyYT]

Great job Anna. Your videos highlight the importance of running for yourself, not for others. I have my first half-marathon in May, after completing a 10k in Feb, I have trained hard and would love to go under 2 hours, but as a slightly older runner of stocky build I am not expecting to be an elite. As someone with Aspergers (autism spectrum), there have been times when just leaving my house was too much to cope with, so I consider every run a victory.

[@runningchannel]

Every run is a win Tab! Best of luck with your next race! Let us know how you get on!

[@leabachmann4783]

I recently ran my first marathon in Zurich, and you and the rest of the running channel were a huge part of that journey. So I want to thank you for the inspiration, motivation and help. After this video, I want to do another race. 😅

[@AntonvonGütwrench]

NEVER stop the watch! The clock never stops on race day.. Well done Anna! What a joy!

[@kevinlance1813]

I agree. Totally.

[@Jaigarful]

Yeah, Almost all watches nowadays have a "Moving Pace" anyways which tells you roughly your speed without the stops.

[@andrewmcmahon6255]

You can't beat an Anna video and for once I got through it without blubbing! Well done Anna 🙂

[@AliceOnARun]

Massive congrats, I ran (and vlogged) too! I was on an earlier bus (I was meant to be in a faster wave but dropped back) and it was still really chatty too, everyone was so excited! Absolutely amazing job

[@AliceOnARun]

Also I’m pretty sure we were at the same hotel based on your first run 😅 I recognise the street

[@runningchannel]

Nice one Alice, we're watching your video right now!

[@leannebeecham3669]

Tear jerker. We’ll done Anna! Been amazing watching your journey to Boston.

[@stevewayland8590]

🎉🎉 wooh, great stuff!

[@janicegagnon2294]

Tears here watching you finish this journey, I am holding on to my own dreams to right on Hereford and left on Bolyston. I cheered on a friend a few years back and it was such an amazing experience to be in the crowds.

[@runningchannel]

Don't give up on those dreams Janice!

[@markcobbold3539]

Great video!! Atmosphere looked insane!

[@fog1238]

Hi Anna, I just wanted to let you know how much this video inspired me and allowed me to complete my first marathon happy and with a feeling of magic. I came in second to last but seeing you smile throughout the video made me want to run like that. I'm sure you sacrificed some time by greeting people. I took the time to touch signs, laugh and smile, and meet people. It was hot, and I was tired, but I finished with a smile. I look forward to my next one! Thanks again!

[@run.rahul.runitall]

Great work Anna. I am preparing for Singapore marathon. Got so much motivation from this video !!!

[@runningchannel]

Brilliant Rahul! Best of luck for the marathon and let us know how you get on! 👏

[@mattyc3287]

Congratulations, I’m an Uber driver In boston and love picking up people who come from all over the world to run in this beautiful city. Im currently half way to competing the world majors so maybe I’ll see you out there one day

[@runningchannel]

Thanks Matthew! Boston has such a wonderful vibe 😍 which majors have you completed?

[@mattyc3287]

@@runningchannel I have run Chicago, NYC and Berlin. I was gonna run boston in 2020 but that got canceled and the charity I was running for told me I would have to start all over with fundraising if I wanna run with them. Raising 7,500 all over again was not ideal.

[@AimeeandApollo]

Congratulations Anna what an achievement! Great vlog, got chocked watching it! Youre amazing xxx

[@JimmysGarden]

Well done Anna Congratulations. You've giving me determination for my first Half this coming Sunday the 1st. 👍👍

[@monachorum]

So well done Anna - you are amazing! Really pleased that you followed instructions and smiled the whole way round!

[@ian757]

Well done Anna. This showed what you could do after the disappointment of being injured for the Berlin Marathon which we knew affected your time then. And I think you can knock of maybe almost 5 mins from your official time taking into account the various stops you made for photos and saying hello to supporters. A massive achievement taking everything into consideration and it was great that you got to run the Boston Marathon in the end despite not being able to achieve a qualifying time.

[@WinterEC]

Rivs! Awesome that you got to meet Tommy Rivers, Anna! Such an inspirational guy! Your channel and his workouts have helped me tremendously!

[@dolphins19671]

Oh my god Anna, I so so want to do it now. Sincerely well done,and thank you so much for sharing. ❤️

[@sayakmitra88]

Wow Anna...way to go...I am ultra happy for you

[@MarieRossiter]

Thank you for bringing us along with you on this amazing journey! Seeing your smile and joy almost makes a marathon seem possible! Ha! Seriously though...Anna you always inspire me with your passion and determination--and love for the Doggos! :)

[@CR-ew9gl]

Anna, you are amazing, outstanding job, you seemed to have really enjoyed it all

[@TheDangerousKid]

Congratulations it was such a good day, great to see your recap and getting the 💙💛🦄 done

[@stewartbransom9666]

Well done Anna you had a blast

[@karamjitthind700]

I am here to thank you for the valuable information you have provided for the amateur runners. In 2019, I had a disappointing DNF result for my first attempt at a marathon. I resolved to understand and correct the mistakes I made and try again. To do that I turned to a few running related channels, and yours was one of them. On May 1, 2022 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, I successfully completed my first marathon with a time of 7hr 7min, at the "young" age of 78. The information you provided on tapering and what to do a week before race was very useful.

[@davidarana3232]

Outstanding. It's true that the energy of the crowds is inspiring. They make the race memorable. You and your team have a great sense of what we viewers want to see in a Boston Marathon vlog and I appreciate it. By not showing video of the actual running of the race, you made it all the more intriguing. For those who haven't had the chance to experience it, I highly recommend being there to support a friend. I trust you got to experience dinner the evening following the race. All over the city there are people in yellow and blue jackets with their medals, regaling stories of their runs. It's super fun and inspiring for your own running program. Congratulations, Anna and TRC.

[@runningchannel]

Thanks for the kind words David, we try really hard to find the balance between the performance and the experience so hopefully we managed to hit the mark on this one and perhaps inspire some people to take up the challenge themselves.

[@LinaYeahthatsme]

Congrats Anna!! Boston loved to have you!

[@seanbendell]

I agree with you Anna, Let’s Go Red Sox!

[@camilleybanez4614]

Anna, incredible job! I kept thinking about your Berlin run as I was watching this video. I can’t help but think of the amount of joy you had in this race. Keep sharing your running journey. We love The Running Channel here in the states. 😎

[@konaniah]

The weather was beautiful that day, unfortunately got cramp almost at the end of the race but love every minute of it and great you enjoyed it as well.

[@Deadbuck73]

Anna… we just say GO SOXXXX! Congratulations!

[@runningwithjane]

Loved this. What a beautiful day it was out there. Huge congrats!!

[@runningchannel]

It really helped make the weekend! Makes such a difference as it really gets the crowds out in force!

[@jamesgay3207]

Well done Anna - absolutely nailed it. The town and the atmosphere look incredible. Its on my bucket list. What's next?

[@clairealleguen894]

Go Anna! I also ran Boston marathon and had a blast. Amazing crowds. I can confirm that the other buses were as chatty (well my one was). I met a guy from Shopshire who's involved with the spine race and other trail races and we had a good chat on the way to the start.

[@anna.the.runner]

Ahh that’s awesome! Good to know! Hope you had an awesome race

[@alanharris67]

Fantastic Anna. We'll done

[@kymberleerogie4298]

Congratulations Anna!!! So much fun to watch/ listen to your run! ☺️

[@teresataildashf]

I’m just watching this today having recently discovered your channel and am bummed. This (Your start at Price Chopper in Hopkinton) is so close to where I live. One day Boston is on my calendar!

[@ivylucas176]

Just started training for a half marathon next summer! I am giving myself loads of time because I have been an 'on and off' runner for years, but it's been off for a while now and I'm now the most unfit I have ever been! My PB 5k is 28 mins, and currently running a 5k in 34 mins ... so lots of training ahead of me! But I absolutely love watching these videos for motivation!!

[@gt2585]

Congratulations Anna. What an achievement. You are amazing! . 🇬🇧 thanks for taking us with you x x

[@yelyzavetahide-smith6907]

Well done Anna, incredible atmosphere, thank you for sharing! I am doing Boston next month and I cannot wait!

[@kingsley6236]

OK quick question. Whos Neal?????!!!! Secondly well done Anna. Those people from your past who said you arent a runner and that you can't do it...well you proved them wrong, massively wrong!!!! Awsome job!!!

[@sarahcolliver7650]

So pleased to see this! Well done Anna! Amazing job🎉🎉🎉🏃‍♀️

[@barbjohnson641]

I love watching the running channel because you make it more exciting and fun. Always enjoy watching your marathons. You’ve all helped me a lot with my running. Thanks. Got my marathon next week. 👍🏽

[@runningchannel]

Thank you Barb! We're so glad we can help 😀 Good luck with the marathon! Which one are you running?

[@barbjohnson641]

@@runningchannel Shiprock Marathon in the states. Thank you.

[@patrick4015]

What a journey. Followed you on the app and people where frowning when I was cheering at my phone. You’re a hero Anna! Well done.

[@runningchannel]

Ha! thanks for the support Patrick!

[@michaelrobinson5592]

Love your video 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@laurarusso9424]

Great job, Anna! This is a fantastic channel and you are all amazing! 🤩❤️

[@runningchannel]

Thanks Laura! We really appreciate all the support 😍 What are your running goals?

[@trician9964]

congratulations Anna, well deserved and so inspirational!!

[@eleanormorgan1891]

Been waiting for this video! Well done Anna!

[@runningchannel]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@IvyHouseCrafter]

Great job Anna! I just registered for my very first marathon. It's not until next April, because I've only just finished c25k, and I'm gonna need the full year of training. But I'm so excited to become the person I'm trying to become, having been sedentary and overweight for most of my adult life. TRC is a big part of my inspiration.

[@runningchannel]

Congratulations on entering your first marathon! It's such an inspiring and affirming experience 😍 we're sure you'll smash it 😊 Please let us know how you get on! Which marathon is it?

[@IvyHouseCrafter]

@@runningchannel Salt Lake City Marathon, it's my home town.

[@Jess-Rabbit]

Its so funny to me that every Brit's impression of an American is just a Texan. I had a friend from England in high school and that was the only type of American accent she could do. Itd be like if I tried to impersonate a Brit and just did a Cockney accent. It makes me giggle In all sincerity though, really stoked you got to run Boston, that is an awesome accomplishment

[@runningchannel]

Hahaha sorry Jess, we'll work on our American accents! Thanks for all your support 😀

[@c.g3692]

So cool to follow your journey at the BM… very inspiring… also Bravo for being a finisher !!!! I’m a cool timing… I would do Boston or Ny as my first marathon ever and for my 50 yo next year!!! Thank you very much Anna

[@caseyntrent]

WTG ANNA!!!!!!!

[@danielpotapczuk2155]

Well done Anna that was great to watch. Could you please make a video where you rank the world majors from worst to best marathon, as soon as you have done all six?

[@runningchannel]

Thanks for the great suggestion Daniel! We'll look into it 😀 Which one would you most like to do?

[@danielpotapczuk2155]

@@runningchannel To be honest I more prefer marathons that have between 1000 and 20000 participants, as the world majors are too expensive and crowded. They are still fun to watch though. But if I had to choose one, it would probably be New York because that is the one that I heard the best things about. My favourite three marathons so far are Münster in Germany, Liverpool in the UK and Amsterdam in the Netherlands. But maybe that could change, as my marathon goal is to get to know Europe and the world by doing marathons

[@jasonree]

Awesome, very emotional to watch, well done after all the injuries!!

[@anna.the.runner]

Thank you, Jason

[@marykalter13]

As a US runner in NYC I always went to parks (mainly Central Park) to run because of the stops between streets lol! I'd start the run at my apartment building so theres were some crossings to worry about and it always was the worst to wait!!! Totally feel that pain lol. Well done on making it to Boston! Definitely on my bucket list but we'll see if I ever get there

[@lisadobbelaere4661]

Congratulations, Anna. Your happiness is palpable and incredibly infectious...it is my dream to make it to this most prestigious starting line myself one day. Thanks for giving so many runners (like me!) inspiration to chase after our running goals--you and this channel have lifted me up and motivated me to get out that door so many times. Also...this American gives you permission to put on your American accent any old time!😉💙💛

[@lauraflynn1504]

So happy for you Anna! Congratulations. You’re such an inspiration

[@PS_1234_]

I couldn’t stop laughing at the lady’s face at 3:25 when you were enjoying that bell 🔔 For the record, I ring those bells any chance I get 😂 Well done, Anna!!

[@brakkybru]

I’m glad someone else noticed that, too! It cracked me up. Anna was so excited over the bell and the lady was like, “You ok, love?” :) Go Anna! Loved this video! I’ve enjoyed following every step of your marathon journey!

[@kildpopper]

Yessssss. I've been waiting for this video since you received the invite at the end of the Berlin video!

[@runningchannel]

Great stuff, hopefully it lived up to your expectations.

[@mortenfogh7228]

Congratulations on your Boston Marathon! I ran it last week, too. My 11th and I think you know why I keep coming back. Such an amazing experience. Well done!

[@runningchannel]

Nice one Morten. 11 times? Wow, you must have it down. Were you happy with your time?