My London Marathon experience | Olympics is over

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Hey, fellow runners! 🏃‍♂️ Welcome back to the channel! In today's video, join me as I talk though my race at London Marathon. 🎉 I'll be sharing the nitty-gritty details of my final preparations, and perhaps why I struggled.
My race recap from London marathon, and learning from mistakes on race day.
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[@philipsmith72]

Take your favourite person on holiday, lick your wounds, heal your body and see where your head is. You’re truly an inspiration to me and many others

[@goodyeoman4534]

Why do some people think holidays are the answer to everything?

[@shandyooo]

@@goodyeoman4534there’s a lot of science to allowing yourself recovery after a heavy block.

[@kswa-th7vr]

​@goodyeoman4534 why do you think they're not?

[@buttsniffa7469]

​@@goodyeoman4534i'm not sure he was saying it will be the answer to everything. It's a good opportunity to take some time away and be alone with your thoughts

[@shreddiesG]

Can’t go with with a few days out and being inspired by a new culture or part of the world.

[@d0msko]

I find it strange how relatable your confessions are. Honestly you are one of the few people online for me that are genuine, no glitter and provide insightful info on how to prep but also care of oneself. I can’t express enough how thankful I’m for your content - keep it going Scully and take care. You’re an absolute beast of a human being in the bestest sense possible :)

[@joepepper5470]

Time to rest up and recharge the body ,best of luck .

[@lionheart4552]

How do you know he's being genuine ? How do you know others online are NOT being genuine ? How do you know he's not faking sincerity ? You don't.

[@d0msko]

@@lionheart4552 relax bud. All I’m saying is that his content is very relatable to me and that Scully’s having impact on my own running journey and mental health. You can never know 100% who is genuine and I refuse to do due diligence on people online/influencers. There are more important things that I can do with my time :)

[@lionheart4552]

@@d0msko You admit that you haven't a clue If he's genuine or not but you state : "I can’t express enough how thankful I am for your content". The man could be a complete psycho. Not trying to rain on your parade but just cautioning about Investing so much of ourselves In strangers online. Peace 👍

[@d0msko]

@@lionheart4552 thank you for your genuine care for my wellbeing

[@judetefourie6642]

This is a fantastic example of what a MAN looks like. He has a goal, he works at it. Succeeds at times and "fails" (not really failure in the grand scheme of things) at times too. Has the courage to be honest about the difficult road he's on. Chooses to stay positive and shares hope & wisdom that others can learn from. It's a YES from me! :)

[@runzization]

Thumbs up 👍 but also Beautifully said thank you!!

[@julienfalduto7035]

This is the first time i ever comment a video. You helped me to realise that the most important thing is not the accomplishement ,but the journey. I used to weight a 100kg and i smoked 20 years... now i run, i swim and ride my bike, i improve also thanks guys like you. Your journey has been amazing, 1 single race day does not translate who you are and we must accept our vulnerability. The way you share all this for sure deserve the gold medal of the good buddies olympics . Keep inspiring us, next sunday will be another sunday!! Sorry for my english, i m french, nobody is perfect.. Thank you very much Mister Scullion

[@mundungo5586]

Ive been running since the mid 1980s and can honestly say your channel is the best running channel on KZbin by far.To have an athlete of your calibre share such knowledge,insights and honesty is amazing.Respect.

[@shandyooo]

Exactly

[@samfortune589]

100% It's unreal to get this kind of insight into an elite level runner like Stephen, who also happens to be a hugely relatable and likeable chap.

[@lionheart4552]

"best running channel on KZbin" ? Have you watched every running channel on KZbin to make such a statement ?

[@samfortune589]

@@lionheart4552 No, but you've obviously studied and worked hard to emulate every smug, snarky cunt on the planet!

[@michaelfibich9504]

Stephen, your impact on people, their training, how you shape their resolve in all aspect of life, far exceeds the impact 99% of olympians have had on the world. To many of us, this channel means more than if you ran 7-10 minutes quicker on the day.

[@joeklay]

Your vulnerability is super powerful. What a great personal introspection. You have such clarity.

[@forcednative]

So much respect for the transparent and honest reflection. Life is not a movie. It's not a book. It's terrifyingly real.

[@nickdengler2985]

Stephen, you are my running hero. I Unexpectedly placed 6th with a time of 3:17 on a race with 2286 meters of elevation change. You're advice has made a massive impact on me and my training as a runner. Thank you for advice. We as dedicated runners can be so hard on ourselves. You're not alone. Keep up the amazing content and keep helping so many people as I know you have been. God bless and I love you

[@thomasmccormack1980]

Thanks for sharing your Paris qualification journey with us. It’s a fascinating insight to the brutality of elite sport. Stay strong!

[@langodango200]

Elite??? 😂

[@christianpetersen7089]

What a fucking beautiful display of humanity you show in this video, I know you're disappointed but just know you've inspired me. You're a fantastic role model, hats off to you.

[@nathanaeltagg8185]

Your “bad race” is so far above what most competitive runners would ever even allow themselves to dream of doing. On top of it, you share your highs and lows, creating art that guides and inspires us to keep going. Thank you!

[@dappergrizzly888]

As a runner who has been through traumas and struggled with mental health, your voice touches my heart, pulls me away from negative thoughts and I feel like I’m not alone in this world. You are one of the most impactful people in this world to me.

[@kizzmiazzz]

Absolutely agree. And there is nothing he has to prove to anyone. Missing motivation for olympic Qualification could as well be just a general grown up view on Life. And thats probably hard to digest, that the highest Level time is over because there is so much more waiting for him.

[@TheoMg125]

Scully you are a LION! When things get hard, i always remember your quotes. Keep your head high and congrats on London marathon !

[@DarrenBates]

My favourite athlete. The man who got me back into running but also to love the elite side of the sport, and what a sport we love. Not just because you're an Irishman and I love our own to do well, but because you're this great force. The voice in my ear on the long runs, the first click when I get a KZbin notification. You're an Olympian. Those three letters after your name prove it.

[@iamaaronsmith]

Hey Stephen, im a beginner runner. ive lost half a stone, my life has changed all because i found your videos interesting to the point id try running myself. thank you.

[@temjim]

The level of awareness and acceptance is next level. I'm a very slow runner, but I'm learning a lot and progressed from your videos. It cost you the Olympics but you've impacted lives positively all over the world. You are correct, you can't be mad at that! Thank you, sir!

[@mikemolloy2978]

Hi Stephen, I've never been this invested in someone else's journey as much as with yours. You've been a huge inspiration to me and a few running buddies. Look after yourself sir.

[@robbiehagen8587]

Scully is still think your our best Pick. I hope it still happens. Congratulations on London. You once again proved you can outright your mind

[@MilanSmore]

No qualifying time so impossible

[@HopkinsRunning]

I was thinking that too, so is there just not going to be any Irish Men’s Marathon team at the Olympics irrespective of supposed qualifying times and rankings? Far as I’m aware Paul Pollock and Kevin Seaward are injured, a few others such as Tobin all DNF at London, ya would maybe think they would offer a place to at least Scully with his 2.11 in Dublin.

[@douglasflatt9319]

Yes does anyone know how the above works?

[@robbiehagen8587]

So i think ireland are defo picking a runner regardless of the qualification time. Which in my opinion is quite ridiculous and not every athlete runs the faster courses. But there is a guy from here called Ryan Creech who has also recorded two good marathon times. But none as fast as scullys 2.11 in Dublin but based on points I think Ryan is a little ahead of scully. That being said I think scully could a should most defo get the Nod because creech could represent again in 4 more years as he's only 31 and this could be scullys last chance but I still think scully is ate best Marathon Runner on his day

[@Cloud007.]

I always root for you so much; you're my favourite runner. You give back so much to the community. Running can be so unfair; sometimes you can try TOO hard to do everything and then, ironically, your body suffers if you try TOO hard sometimes. You've done yourself so proud, no matter what happens; you've enriched the lives of so many in your journey. I would pick that over being a 1:59 marathon runner anyday. YOU are a champion in so many ways

[@Alex-yu1zb]

Saw you on mile 25 as you were running up to big ben. I started watching your channel last year after i signed up for my first marathon. Your videos give me a lot of motivation and tools that I used in my training. Had an awesome race and I have you to thank for that. You've created something great.

[@chinpoeykhoo6261]

I couldn't grasp the stress and mindfulness required of a top athletic runner aiming for the Olympics until Scully expressed it with such emotion in his video. Please know that your videos have inspired countless runners, myself included, and we truly value the effort and time you've invested in this content. Also please remind yourself that training for a marathon over days, weeks, and months is a monumental task for anyone, and you continue to inspire all of us who have watched and learned from you. Take some time to rest, enjoy activities other than running, and things will surely improve in the future!

[@Katanatart]

You're an inspiration brother. Thank you for your messages about running and all that you do.

[@grgr6720]

Stephen, you will not cross the finish line in Paris but rest assured you will cross the finish line of countless races around the world through the minds and bodies of thousands of runners you have inspired. Thank you so much sir.

[@mosesmihan4656]

You are such a gift. Your openness, authenticity, vulnerability and soul. We need this. You are someone who is shaping a more honest and human running community. I feel for you, but I also thank you so much for all the knowledge you gave us, and for being so real. And I have full confidence in you! Stay connected and be good to yourself. Much love!

[@jochippyy]

Dont be sad steven! What you have done for thousands of runners like me is just so special. No other person on youtube has your ability to dial into the honest facts about what we need to commit to as runners. You showed me how to warm up, how to train properly, how to slow my thresholds down, how to recover etc i trained for 9 months at age 50 to finally beat my parkrun pb 5 times over a period of 3 months. So THANKYOU ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@apostolis_23]

The level of vulnerability that this guy let’s him self into is amazing!! What a real class act man. Huge respect for your character and love for what you do man. In case you are thinking that you let your community down by not achieving the Olympics team, mate all I can I say is that your community is even stronger now because the strength of the leader is the strength of the pact. Greetings from Greece 🇬🇷 mate.

[@juliasilo6936]

The way you talk about running is how I feel about it, despite the fact that I am a 42 year old Mum who found running two years ago (and dreams merely of a 3:30 marathon!). I also did London on Sunday and so wished I had seen you - you're an inspiration in every sense. I feel privileged to watch your videos and am grateful that you always give all of yourself. Take care of yourself Stephen, you warrior.

[@jerehuovinen6194]

Thank you for these videos! You have great advices and these videos gives lot of inspiration for hobby runners like me. Good luck for future!

[@LukasHoeimark]

Massive respect! You're truly a huge inspiration 🙌 Excited to follow you on your next chapter - no matter where it takes you.

[@thristytothrive]

You are so inspiring. ✨🙏🏻 felt how real this video was! ✨ thank you for taking the time to share it and be so open, honest and authentic 🙏🏻

[@Razmuz]

Thank you so much for sharing, Scully. I really hope to see you bouncing back soon. Wherever you go from here, you are such a great inspiration! Love your videoes!

[@beastyfast]

Thank you for sharing this and the genuine wisdom. I hope you find and rediscover your joy in future running and that it brings you the successes you still wish to have.

[@amjadnader4006]

Thank you for sharing! You are an inspiration and such a great human. So genuine and honest! ❤

[@benjaminwesercreative]

so touching, being so open about this. thank you for your videos.

[@eoghanrainey6253]

Fair play Scully, thanks for all the inspiring videos and we’ll wait to see the next chapter!

[@sean_staples]

Thanks for all that you do! You are a true inspiration and I am so grateful for all of your advise and hard work. I signed up for my first marathon at age 30. I love your running school and so happy to have you as my coach!

[@AdhesionExotics]

Love your outlook and attitude. Thanks for all the wisdom and knowledge

[@jerrywitzman2658]

Thank you for taking us on this journey with you. Thank you for the training, the emotions and pouring your heart out. We believe in you!

[@MarioWorldWars]

You might not cross the finishline in Paris but you achieved what most of us will never do: You helped ans inspired thousands of people! Take your time, heal up and come back stronger 💪

[@mhilb]

Love the vulnerability and authenticity you bring. Clicked the follow button after this one.

[@MrShanebizzle]

Wow man thank you for that. Such great advice I think a lot of us need to hear. You’re a true inspiration

[@andreeaolariu183]

❤❤❤ thank you for all this wisdom and great advice you share on your channel!

[@matt_archer16]

Total respect, mate love the raw emotion of this video. Hold your head high. Balancing life’s challenges while trying to achieve goals is hard. What matters is that you put it out there & tried. If would have been easy to quit at anytime but to see it through till the end, congrats 😊

[@Adam1986London]

There’s so much that resonates with me. Love you brother. You inspire a lot of people.

[@zcikos]

Just do it man! We love your videos! You motivate so much people! Keep up the good work!

[@jameswhittington1819]

You are an inspiration - v grateful to you for sharing your emotion, dedication, training and advice

[@danielfreeman649]

Always a joy to watch you run

[@Tomobhoy]

You’re a legend mate, inspiration to me and many others. Keep the head up man ❤

[@_jakehames]

Love this, Scully. Thank you for being such an inspiration. Can't tell you how much I look forward to your videos, your reflections, your motivation, your everything.

[@adamthompson2391]

Wow, what a great video. Thanks for the honesty, the rawness and emotion came through and was so refreshing to see, especially from an elite athlete. I love how much it means to you. You’re an absolute ledge, and an inspiration to myself and so many others. I hope you figure it all out and look forward to whatever is next for you. Much love! ❤

[@markphilpottultra]

Stephen. Life is a series of chapters where we get to uncover bits and pieces of our own truth along the way. Only 'you" know what your truth is, no one else does or ever will. Your vulnerability is refreshing for someone on KZbin and your journey like every ones has its ups and downs. Your adventure into the KZbin world has opened another door that you have jumped through successfully. Continue being bold and brave.

[@badgerbraddles]

You're an absolute legend! Thanks for your sincerity and exposing your life to us!

[@gorgerak]

superb effort mate! - you are a massive inspiration for me and I'm so glad for your content! Keep going mate and look after yourself!

[@mats7602]

Brilliant video as always! You will get there again I’m sure of that rest up and get back on track

[@MrALeon22]

Thank you for sharing your experiences! It help us to learn. Keep your chin up! You are a legend !

[@RobS-73]

Thank you for inspiration and pro running tips. You are great person! Keep goning and stay strong! Wish You all the best Stephen!

[@TheDavekingman]

Great video. Love the honesty

[@alexanderfortune6407]

Thanks Scully - keep at it! Your an inspiration to a ton of us out there. Rest up

[@phenixsnow]

You're a real one man. Your channel has helped me. Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@KateLeigh22]

You are such an inspiration. Thank you for sharing not just your physical toll that all of this takes, but also the mental and emotional toll. The rawness and honesty you bring is so rare. It takes someone special to be this vulnerable. Sending hugs 🫶🏻

[@UnorthoVlogs]

Been waiting for the video drop to see how you went. Don’t beat yourself up brother. we all love what you do and your spirit ❤

[@brandonfaus2380]

Thanks for inspiring! Thanks for always sharing the good and the bad.

[@benmills3929]

Wow. First time checking in. There’s so much that I’ve learnt from this video - not just in terms of running, but the applications are relatable to anyone who holds onto a passion and hopes to do their best. When you say it hurts, that’s so relatable!

[@michelleganson1519]

I've loved watching your journey. You are an inspiration and have so much more to give and teach all of us. Thank you for giving back. I have been training for my first 100 miler and your channel has inspired me to add in more speed, accept the journey and just keep pushing forward. :)

[@motorocker]

You're a rockstar! A true inspiration. Thanks for being so honest and open.

[@kirkwisdom6318]

Thank you Scully, your journey is inspiring, your message is heartfelt, and your ethos is wholesome. Keep being you, and we will all remain grateful 😊

[@tomaszmarek1586]

Keep your head up brother, you are an inspiration for many! That’s priceless👊

[@mista24seven25]

Skully, congratulations and thank you for all your videos… shout out from Memphis Tn… still a beast!

[@oldjayrunning3287]

Grateful for you! Thank you.

[@anthonyclarke7081]

You are an inspiration man. Keep going.

[@nicolasduenassarmiento2431]

Respect man! This was epic

[@NancyP1979]

I know exactly how you feel 😢 You are not alone, thanks for sharing

[@athinagkogkou4151]

Well done for your unbelievable journey and effort. You are still in our hearts ❤. Head up, keep going, keep smiling!

[@runfree116]

Good luck whatever road you choose. You're a big inspiration

[@xoana876]

You are an inspiration to us all. I look forward to see you back at it and overcoming this challenge.

[@gzfashions]

Bro you inspire me so much! I love the emotions and FIRE you bring with each video!!!

[@mattbarrett6186]

Once you had finished and in your own thought I did shout out you are an inspiration and love your KZbin because that what you are an inspiring person that has come through a lot and helped many of us out

[@lukecambridge5947]

I'm an Obstacle Course Racer from the UK living in Norway. It's nice to read the comments here and see all the support you are getting for these honest and sincere videos. I've been watching them religiously since discovering your channel not long ago. I follow your strength training and warmup videos almost daily and attribute these to avoiding injury while increasing average weekly mileage this year. Thanks for your efforts! Really appreciate you!

[@franziinman4803]

keep on going. you are so honest and passionate, I love your videos, tips and and insights.

[@danielsharp6272]

Your honesty is so powerful! So refreshing to see reality!

[@rorygreen4527]

We love you bro!! It’s your vulnerability and guidance online that’s supporting more people than you realize! 💛👏🏽👏🏽

[@fjpae]

Thanks for sharing this Steven. Raw, spontaneous and authentic and because of that - beautiful. I think only people who have done or are doing competitive sport at a very high level can truly relate to what you are saying. I wish you all the best and am looking forward to seeing what’s next for you.

[@evanmartin8101]

A rest well deserved, Scully. I’m sure great things await. Sharing your experience has lifted many up, the world over.

[@osgJR]

Powerful video Stephen. Thank you for letting us tag along on your journey 👍🏻

[@matthewhoyle3223]

Hats off to you for your honestly and allowing us to learn through your experience with none of the effort. Legend.

[@florjanbalaj5379]

U are great ! Great at motivation people with u videos . Great content . This time ,your wining marathon is motivation people with your videos ! Wish u the bes in the future marathons !!!

[@zber9043]

Good on ya mate. Good effort. Good insights.

[@koendesmet769]

You are amazing kind sir! Enjoy the running and you tubing. I will always have time to turn on these episodes.

[@beverleywillis3457]

I had to comment on this and I don’t usually but just want to send a big hug xxx i just love your honesty and this was so emotional to watch , ultimately you did your best on the day and that’s more than good enough xxxx❤

[@Turner9LFC]

Top man, loved watching your journey. You’ve inspired me.

[@robinc.9845]

You are the man, keep your head up! You help so much people! I ran Vienna and had a bad experience due to a previous injury, i just finsihed but way off my goal pace...it sucks but think of all the people you`re inspiring!

[@kglockified]

There is so much grace in this video. Thank you.

[@surfingrunner]

So inspirational. So real. So damn fast. Love your transparency. You make me want to be a better runner. Legit.

[@borischakalov7973]

We love you, Scully! You are a true inspiration!

[@tridecemlineatus]

Thank you so much for sharing. Us runners know how you feel each in are own way. ❤

[@Gillibrand65]

You can only give it, what you can give it…so true Scully, don’t beat yourself up!

[@ciarandineen4802]

Such a raw video, one of the very best I've ever watched on KZbin. Keep it up the head up man. You'll find the answer for the next step

[@grantevans]

You're an inspiration Scully, I love how genuine you are with your struggles and journey.

[@jjsandgreen]

Writing from Greenland: Your videos have guided me through tough times in my journey to become the best possible runner. It has taught me to absorb and embrace everything that comes with running. Having a guiding reference planted in the future gives a strong feeling of motivation and worth. I hope you plant yourself a new one when time is right for you!

[@goodyeoman4534]

Hello, from England. Greenland look beautiful, but obviously cold. Any good running routes out there?

[@jjsandgreen]

@@goodyeoman4534 hi, each town is infrastructurally isolated, so you run “in circles” but we have spectacular trail routes in the wild among free animals and I’d say the worlds only marathon on sea ice with kilometres of depth below you is the one to experience. Found this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5_VhJJ_jrCbaKsfeature=shared