Never defeated

Sorry I haven't made many videos lately, I hope this video explains why. Again thank you for support. Thanks for being cool.
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[@MitchLally]

You deserve an extra coupla zeros on your sub count. Beautiful film Dan.

[@alexballtv]

Mitch Lally oh hello 👋

[@DanWhitehead]

Thanks bro

[@seangroves5049]

You’re an inspiration mate! Keep up the quality content, and know that you’re motivating others!

[@DanWhitehead]

Thanks Sean will do mate

[@Mikkmurray]

Agree with this 👍

[@Mikkmurray]

The honesty, the style, the character. All captured and edited so beautifully. I want to see these videos on the big screen 🙏

[@ioanparry]

Let’s get more folks on the Patreon support too, we all absolutely love these videos, what Dan stands for, and we should be supporting him to keep doing what he’s clearly got a huge talent for. If we all chip in a tiny amount a month, it helps to keep this phenomenal and inspiring material to be made and helps support a great guy

[@johnnyontrails]

Ioan Charnley-Parry well said 👍

[@DanWhitehead]

Thanks for your support as always mate never goes unnoticed. Patreon is my only income at that moment so incredibly grateful for all the support.

[@ioanparry]

+Dan Whitehead no worries mate, I'll be upping it in the new year. Much, much deserved. Quite the emotional video you put together there, and the Gemma piece was a great addition! Genuinely wishing you the very best in your recovery Dan, must be an incredible battle

[@nicman8446]

agreed, done

[@riagurganus7302]

Dan, thank you for so articulately sharing how Crohn's disease has effected you, both mentally and physically. My brother fought the disease for 18 years, beginning when he was 6 and has been in remission for 2 years now. Your videos are shedding light on so many individuals' experiences.

[@DanWhitehead]

no problem and thats great to hear it can be a difficult illness to understand. Hope your brother stays well.

[@Rich-de4om]

So glad you are back. I found you last year, I was 290 pounds I found trail running. Now I’m down to 217, running with a crazy group of trail runners and training for races. Running has given me confidence to be a person again. I owe that to you. Keep up the amazing work.

[@dentalstokie1]

Dan , you are easily the best "blogger" on you tube. A term I hate using, as your films/videos are artistic and deserve are the credit you can get. You are able to produce videos that stir a hole plethora of emotions from the battles we all face with training and life. You are so inspiring, humble and "bloody legit"

[@agnestenwolde6895]

Great video! As a fellow Crohnie, i can really relate to your story. I cried my eyes out with this video. I hope the infusions will work for you and bring you back in the running game. Never give up, stay strong, lots of love!

[@maxscores8]

Keep battling Dan. You’re right, the lows and challenges are things that build us up to reach new heights

[@sg7041]

Your film making is beautiful. Glad you're on the mend.

[@DanWhitehead]

Thank you 😊

[@pixelpilot3539]

Simply no better vlog in the ultra community. Its Incredible. Dan, somehow you can win in your fight against crones and a production career. Best yet.

[@kurtphilly]

Your cinematography, music, editing and narrative is just fucking epic. I totally wish you the best with your health challenges. I am happy for your romantic life. But of all, I'm glad you have been able to reconnect with the trails. You have a ton of talent, period.

[@rk79sg]

Stay Strong and Positive always Dan !!!! " Destroyed but not defeated " You will be back stronger ! #nevergiveup

[@chrisbaldwin5334]

Simply beautiful!!! To create something so amazing out of your problems is a credit to you. Showing us how to make lemonade when life provides you with lemons, inspirational

[@karatechop]

Glad to hear you're feeling better, man. I'm a runner and a dad of a 10-year-old daughter with ulcerative colitis. Since she was diagnosed four years ago it's pretty much been a roller coaster. It is amazing to me how strong and resilient folks with IBD are. I'm inspired by you all and it gives me strength to help my kid in her fight. Wishing you good health! Destroyed but not defeated...

[@DanWhitehead]

Thanks Sean, really sorry to hear about your daughter I always think how hard it must be for kids at that age. I can imagine it has been quite a roller coaster. Wishing her the best really hope she can find and sustain good health!

[@awal0]

This is why I love You Tube. Wonderful filming, great story by an independent creator. Get well soon so we can see some more epic running shots

[@ianbritton7534]

Thank fuck for that. Sound track that reflects the mood of each section and not constant dance thumping beat. The music to introduce the beautiful young lady was perfect. Great visuals, great sounds and great story telling. Top man. And go to see you are doing the odd 10km on Strava. All the best.

[@bhushansuresh1708]

Possibly the most real video on KZbin right now. You are amazing! Keep it going and stay strong!

[@jonathanyepez7522]

I don’t know why but finding out you had a lady made me so happy for you. Keep up the amazing videos man.

[@Qpenz]

Incredible work once again. I don’t think I’ve seen anyone on KZbin come close to this level of craft and storytelling.

[@PATM0R3]

Incredible cinematography dan that opening sequence in the sea was nuts. Glad things are looking up

[@jomohund]

Glad to see you here, mate...we missed you!

[@ActivesuezenOutdoors]

I, as many others that love what you share aren't here to just experience trail running. We are here because you share such peace, love and comfort. You are such a wonderful story teller Dan and a wonderful sharer of real life stories. Your videos are like reading a great book that you just can't put down, never wanting to end, reading over and over again. If I had a bookshelf for fav vlogs, yours would be on it! That's why we subscribe :-) Thank You for sharing. Good health, good food and good company to you for 2019.

[@concrete182]

Loving the Ernest Hemmingway quotes, mate. Sorry to hear you've been down Dan. It's completely understandable. But you're fighting and you will be back at 100% again. I get excited every time I see you've posted a video.

[@vladyurkov]

Stay strong. Glad you're starting to feel better.

[@richardrambles6259]

Stay strong Dan. Your films are uniquely beautiful and honest. Truly inspirational. Feel better soon!

[@DanWhitehead]

Thanks Richard 👍

[@DecideForImpact]

So sorry how you felt Dan. Glad that you are feeling so much better now. One step at a time. Never give up.

[@mattywebb4449]

Good luck on the recovery path mate. Still an inspiration to a lot of followers out there. Get well soon Dan

[@AnthonyRecenello]

What a well made video. It's obvious you really put in a lot of work in these.

[@DanWhitehead]

Thanks mate I do but it never feels like work

[@erikkristensen2025]

I am your age and although not as serious as Krohns disease, I am have recently started struggling with exercise induced asthma and I have a hard time getting it under control and managing to run normally. I am under so much stress lately, and I am struggling to cope with everything. I hope you will continue to make your videos, even if you don't run as much. I am sure most of your viewers would keep watching. Your life mirrors mine in a lot of ways. I also recently met someone. You are a big inspiration, and you released this video just when I needed it the most. I wish you a speedy recovery, and hopefully you get the disease under control in no time! Take care mate.

[@DanWhitehead]

Glad this found you when you needed it mate and I will always keep making videos. I hope things improve for you quickly. Try your best to de stress. take your time and do your best to think positively ( its not always easy I know ). All the best.

[@JeremyWentzell]

Well done Dan. Here’s hoping for the continued improvement of your health.

[@carrotsandrunning]

Just look at it like this, you get to enjoy the process of improving at running all over again.

[@DanWhitehead]

I have actually been thinking of it that way lately actually. It's kinda fun being back at the start

[@seandrori8220]

@@DanWhitehead "The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes." M. Proust

[@micha3894]

We're right here with you, like always. Stay strong, Dan, things will only get better now!

[@2807Dee]

I have some idea how you're feeling and it's really tough but thankfully it looks like you're making progress in the right direction. I had a brain haemorrhage 2 years ago and after making a full recovery and running a 3:06 marathon, I had to have brain surgery. In the months that followed, I had no inkling to run and no fitness even when I tried. But I got back at it and ran 2 marathons within the year. They weren't anywhere near the PB time and regaining my speed feels impossible most of the time but I'll keep trying. I hope you're back running ultras soon.

[@ioanparry]

2807Dee Jesus Christ, phenomenal effort, huge respect mate

[@porquejorge]

Dude, just keep going. You're much stronger than you can possibly imagine

[@DanWhitehead]

Sorry to hear about that it would have been incredibly tough. I can only imagine. Very inspiring that you got back to marathoning regardless of time. 💪

[@lizzierunliftbreathe]

Thank you for posting this video! You aren’t alone the last couple months. I too have been experiencing anxiety. Over the summer, after finishing my 1st Ultramarathon, I had a blood test that confirmed that something was wrong with my liver. I had been experiencing fatigue and pain throughout my body for 2-3 years. I pushed thru this fatigue somehow over last winter into the spring training for then completing my first 50K. My diet changes helped but, it would come in waves. After the blood test, I started drinking straight celery juice on an empty stomach every morning before my retest 4 weeks later. Keeping my diet clean vegan based with honey sometimes lots of raw organic vegetables and fruit. Meanwhile, I felt better. For the 1st time in at least 2 years, my pain was gone. I felt good and my liver bilirubin levels returned to normal. I am ever greatful for you sharing your story with all of us. Thank you for your rawness. You are an inspiration. We are not alone.

[@DanWhitehead]

Hey Lizzie sorry to hear about your troubles but thats awesome that you have been able to sort it. It's amazing what a difference diet can make

[@topolo19]

Im glad i found your channel. KZbin is about sharing stories, and trying to tell them well. Your story is worth telling, I hope you keep posting

[@stewartliesnham3868]

I so admire your honesty man, inspiring. Courage isn’t the absence of fear, it’s facing fear and carrying on regardless. You are truly courageous. Good to see you back on KZbin. You’ve been missed. Take it easy dude, stay strong 💪

[@DanWhitehead]

Thanks Stewart appreciate it mate hope your well

[@themaisi84]

Oh man, the footage is getting better and better! You have to do a full movie or a documentary of ultra running!!!! I LOVE your channel, mate! Best vlogs on KZbin...period!

[@DanWhitehead]

thanks so much. maybe one day!

[@MrBananaWaffles]

Dan, you really know how to frame a shot to tell a story bigger than the scene. What an inspiration!

[@DanWhitehead]

Thank you

[@kevinfink9181]

Seriously the most relatable piece I have either read or seen on fighting both physical and mental health battles. This really is a masterpiece Dan, wish I had seen it years ago

[@DanWhitehead]

Thanks Kevin thats a very kind comment I am glad it resonated with you.

[@kevinmurray5844]

This one pulled on the heart strings some. Get better man. Your videos are always insanely good and they always make my day better. Keep chugging along I know you will get back to where you want to be.

[@bjornarntsencomposer]

Glad you're back! "Now is no time to think of what you do not have. Think of what you can do with what there is." Old Man and the Sea

[@DanWhitehead]

I almost put that one at the end of the video! damn that book is awesome

[@euanbrennan1502]

Its simple, your a fucking legend. Keep it up !

[@ioanparry]

Discomfort is shit, but just as with crops, shit is good for growth. What you’ve said here chimes with what a certain Mr David Savage Goggins has been saying for a long time, couldn’t agree more Dan. Can’t begin to imagine the physical and mental battle you’ve been going through but your struggles and your reflection on them are inspiring people on a global scale. Ultra’s will still be there when you’re ready Dan, I hope you can get just get back to enjoying running at the 10-20km distances first. Obscenely good video, music choices, shots, mix of content, as per usual, every video you make is worth the wait. Really appreciate your honesty, it’ll help many, many people and hopefully it’s a good outlet for you too. Now, off to look up and watch Moonlight...

[@jonasstuck9869]

Hey Dan, I watched your video with my girlfriend last night and we both really enjoyed it! Honestly, I know that you are a good film maker, but every time you release another video, it absolutely blows my mind. Just a really well narrated story! I love that you are super genuine, talking about ups and downs. I wish you all the best for the recovery! Slow and steady wins the race! Best, Jonas

[@DanWhitehead]

Thanks Jonas, stoked you guys enjoyed it cheers mate

[@mliskicks]

The little clips with/of your gf(?) were so cute, made me smile the entire time. Goodluck getting back to running Dan! Beautiful video as always

[@pablocastilloGr]

You are a great inspiration Dan for all of us. It has been great to get this new video. I was so worried of you thinking what was happening. So my friend keep fighting and you will rise again. And running is more than Ultrarunning, so enjoy the short races and all the other things in life. And please keep filming. Your friend from Spain.

[@DanWhitehead]

Thanks Pablo great to hear from you mate. thanks for thinking about me and yes that is very true. Hope you and your family are well

[@BlockersandFlashers]

maate missed this stuff, glad ya getting back into the swing of things, physically an mentally. As the old proverb says "Fall down seven times, stand up eight" ya only stronger for it

[@skepfer]

Taking care of yourself and getting healthy is always top priority. Absolutely love your videos and everything you do. Stay strong and know you are inspiring so many people.

[@alisoncattanach2171]

So good to hear how you are, we were worried about you! Keep strong.

[@blakedickson101]

You are a weapon mate and your channel has been my favourite since day one. All the best.

[@daiwilson412]

Keep Smiling Dan! No matter how hard it gets remember to smile - you're nowhere near defeated because you are still aiming and moving forward! All the best and looking forward to more films from New Zealand! :)

[@DanWhitehead]

Thanks dai ahh me too I can't wait to go back to nz

[@ARunnersRamble]

Glad to have you back, Dan! Tough to see & hear the struggles but stay positive, fella! As always, the filmmaking is outstanding!

[@MountainVenture]

Thank you for posting such raw, authentic and beautiful content. Prayers for you brother.

[@mshez2848]

Scene floating in the sea is sublime

[@chrismcintee365]

Great to see you back on the mend pal. Found yourself a kiwi girl! I knew you were a clever dude ;) keep us updated on everything mate. KZbin isn’t the same without your videos

[@danivory8612]

Love your videos Dan, I've been checking back daily for a new one! Hands down, you've been the reason I got back into running, even signed up to take on a (trail) marathon in a few months, which I never thought I would do. Thanks for being a huge inspiration to me and everyone else who watches your videos. Really hope you are back to full health very soon

[@toddreedy5544]

Dan, glad you’re in the mend and making videos again. Keep you head up, brother. Cheers!

[@versace.mitch69]

Dan, you're a great storyteller. Thank you for your videos. Thank you for opening up to us. I'm sorry for what you are going through but I'm very happy you're feeling better. Cheers.

[@christopherleiter1418]

True inspiration. The mind will heal all.

[@swiftcolin]

Beautiful video. I'm new to running and also suffer from a inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis). I get an infusion of Vedolizumab (Entyvio) every 8 weeks, and it has helped me tremendously over the past two years, and I'm grateful to be able to be active again. I know the feeling of being brought down from your disease. It's cliche to say it, but things always do get better, even at the worst of times I try to keep that in mind. Keep your head up and keep fighting.

[@mikeperorazio7515]

another masterpiece. my mind is always blow when i click on your channel. stay strong man.

[@DanWhitehead]

thanks mike

[@PoetWithPace]

Never apologies fo not posting on here. It's only social media and there are more important thing's in life than social media. You are an amazing human being and will continue to be amazing, with or without youtube. Keeeeeeeep smiling :-)

[@DanWhitehead]

for sure I agree. Thanks mate

[@PoetWithPace]

My pleasure Dan. Where in Oz are you based?

[@timothy-holt]

Hey Dan. So great to get an update and know that you are doing better, I've certainly missed your videos. Happy for you and your lady friend! Cheers, Tim

[@ksteege]

I was in the middle of a big meeting when the notification came up that you posted - I wont lie I jumped a little and couldnt wait to see the update. Happy to see you doing better and back at it - love the destroyed but not defeated sentiment - got pretty destroyed by the weather last weekend in an attempted 50 miler - was unable to complete it (again) but watching folks like you and what you go through is a great inspiration to me - lets hope 2019 is a better year for both of us!

[@rodneychavez5895]

Get better man it sucks being sick prayers sent your way brotha!

[@tyty2209]

Dan, You.Are.A.Warrior!!!!! And one hell of an inspiration. So glad people like you exist in the world! Hang in there. We’re rooting for you all over the world.

[@DanWhitehead]

Thank you so much!

[@thepeoplesoul]

so so so real, dan. facing adversity with your chin up. such a raw and beautifully made piece of time you've captured here, so many emotions shared with such grace. peace and respect brotha.

[@DanWhitehead]

Thanks Brock appreciate it man thanks for watching

[@spicyspacecake]

Oh wow this was beautiful...my husband told me to give your videos a try & I’m so thankful he did.... the artistry and the wordsmithery = brilliant... thank you - from a person out there finding her way (diagnosis of MS) .... enlightenment is not found in a full stomach or a soft pillow... BeYOUtiful Merci

[@qcomberette]

Hey, man it is humbling to hear your story, I am here with two broken ribs unable to run or let alone do anything feeling all deflated but it will pass, nothing compared to your worries. Keep on fighting, your videos are getting better and better, I tune in first for the running but it is second now I am here for your story telling and amazing images. Cheers. Get well soon.

[@trailhighlander8884]

NEVER NEVER NEVER GIVE UP dude, Gretings from #trailhighlander WE COUNT ON YOU

[@mattgraham2639]

Geez that was so raw Dan. Thank you for sharing and I’m glad things are looking up for you mate. I may not be active in my messages to you, but your are in my thoughts all the time. Whether it’s when I put on one of my numerous Ciele caps to head out for a run, think of trail running or upload to Strava.... you are in my thoughts and I send you positive vibes and wishes. Moonlight is a top movie and I’ve seen it a few times. This vid should be called ‘Daylight’, because you are positive light to us all. Keep smiling

[@DanWhitehead]

Thanks for thinking of me mate thats very kind of you and its appreciated. Comments like these have really helped!

[@runningcyclingdad6521]

Stay strong brother you got this

[@gypsyhikermonica227]

Beautiful piece. You are definitely an artist as well as an ultra runner. The difficulties we face make us stronger for what is up ahead. You will become a better person, not a weaker person.

[@stillshunter]

I originally came for the runner now I stay for the man ✌🏼 Mate been watching your vids for a while now. But this one 🤯 so honest and accurate, it tugs hard at the heart strings. The visuals and audio and their interplay are on point. Here’s to your full spectrum recovery.

[@mavis818]

You’re the best. I send you waves of good vibrations.

[@joeyknouse3727]

Not only are you one of my favorite runners, but you are one of my favorite artists. These videos are incredible and truly touch me and many others. Thank you and never stop.

[@DanWhitehead]

Thanks Joey I wont stop mate

[@tommarsden8886]

I get stoked when you post because you continue so absolutely smash these videos 👊 Allways find myself relating to a lot your content. Help keep my engine running. Stay strong

[@samchurchill123]

This is absolutely the personification of beauty Dan, let this skill take you far. Keep looking after yourself, from all of us. See you soon, and have a great Christmas.

[@DanWhitehead]

Will do mate thanks for watching and thanks for the nice comment your a gentleman. Merry Christmas

[@plain-bagel]

Another amazing film. It's incredible how you can convey such emotional ups and downs in a mere 10 minutes. Best wishes moving forward, Dan!

[@FullSenderson]

Holy shit. The quality of this video is next level. Such an amazing job. The running will come back man. Keep chugging along.

[@DanWhitehead]

Thanks tyler glad you dug it man

[@OwenMathiasYES]

You're a real inspiration - beyond your videos being utterly beautiful, you're so honest and true. I hope you know how much you inspire others and how much your videos mean to us all who follow you. Be patient with your recovery :D x

[@runningwithmarc]

I'm half way through, and this is such a sick edit! Keep crushing life and stay the awesome person you are Dan.

[@DanWhitehead]

thanks! and I will

[@FHA923]

Keep staying strong pal

[@dhsavage2]

I may have a bit of moisture in the corner of my eyes after watching this Dan. I so get it. I am so happy to hear you are turning the corner. Such good news. Keep pressing forward my friend. You are more than able. Hopefully our paths cross one of these days on a trail in AUS. I'll be moving to Sydney in Jan, with my corporate office in Melbourne. God Bless.

[@christofs-a1834]

All strength too you fella ✊

[@pearldp2756]

Hey Dan, again, thank you for this lovely film. Sometimes it takes longer to overcome, or sometimes we just keep on fighting. The struggle is real, exacting, and can be very exhausting. When one feels there's no more left to give, overcoming, sometimes becomes a pipe dream. I am speaking more for myself, seeing through the lens of your circumstance. But we keep on fighting and moving forward and we all root for each other. On a happier note, this is such a wonderful celebration of Gemma!. Im so happy for you!.

[@DanWhitehead]

thank you and yes couldn't agree more it can be very exhausting at times. Keep fighting the good fight.

[@sdb1942]

Great to see you coming back. I believe in you. Take it moment by moment

[@henryrdbull]

Destroyed by not defeated! 👊

[@karenshaw7698]

I was so happy to see you had posted again. I missed your videos so much. Glad to hear you are feeling more positive. Keep posting!

[@DanWhitehead]

Stoked to make you happy Karen thanks for watching

[@jamesturner2914]

Holy crap, just seen this having binged your channel over the lockdown. (United Kingdom). I have Crohn's, and I have felt the unmeasurable lows that it brings. But I started running, and the highs have been lofty. I managed to do my first 5k and then 10k within a few months and I'm hoping to do a half marathon by the end of 2021. Thanks for making this video, and keep on being strong and run

[@christopherfletcher5384]

I so happy your not giving up but I know that's not your nature anyway. So I'm looking forwards to you being back full tilt and enjoying life like before . I'm really sorry you're going through that shit again! Stay strong Dan.

[@DanWhitehead]

thanks mate appreciate it.

[@theprincipallife4298]

Praying for you my friend...much respect!

[@bryanurizar]

Another raw and beautiful film, Dan. Happy to see you're doing a lot better. Stay strong buddy!

[@garchkr]

You'll get through it mate. Cant wait to see you back in shape, thanks for inspiring us.

[@DanWhitehead]

thanks mate

[@brendandonohue4448]

So truthful and humble Dan. Thank you for sharing

[@lmk1420]

Dan, Thank you once again for sharing your passion and your struggles.

[@robdevine4361]

Hang tough Dan. My wife and a good buddy both have colitis and I have a another friend with Crohn’s. I know it’s tough but just keep pushing forward and you will crush it soon.

[@tylermoore1407]

Good to see you doing better and enjoying life even when you were at your lowest. You are an inspiration Dan!

[@DanWhitehead]

Thanks mate

[@reggievanhootenhaegan8958]

Mate!!! That's incredible what's been happening for you. All the best in your recovery. See you at the start line soon. Been missing your videos.

[@DanWhitehead]

thanks mate appreciate your support