2 Years Ago I Quit My Job and Now I Have 100,000 Subscribers

[@flynnrobson6525]

I first discovered your videos from your colab with Jog on Harry. It was right when I was trying to motivate myself back into running. Now 2 years later I am running consistently every week and watching every one of your videos. Thank you Phily (and Daniel!) for sharing all your amazing work has been an awesome journey to follow along with!

[@TadeuszCantwell]

Another viewer since Harry Morgan!

[@gosiashukla]

I so appreciate you always being so normal, natural, down to earth and honest! I’m so glad I found you and keep doing the great job

[@MyfanwyCollins]

Have been watching you from the beginning! I found you because I was training for my first marathon in 2021 and your channel helped me. I've now run three marathons (the third being Boston which I qualified for) and am training for my fourth. I'm 57 years old and you (and Daniel!) have been an inspiration and a guide. Your story has helped uplift this old-lady runner. Thank you. ❤

[@fintan8856]

I can’t sleep and I’m watching this at 4am Lol. congrats Phily, been watching since earlier this year and have really loved your content. You’re extremely inspiring!

[@julie99nl]

My husband and I are both runners who have had ups and downs in our running experience. During that time, we've both discovered Phily Bowden independent of each other and recently we had the conversation that your channel is the only one we continue to visit regularly. You are a wonderful young athlete with incredible talent that still remains down to earth and charming to hobby joggers like us. Love the Grind, and a very Merry Christmas to you both. 🎄 Oh and I think I found you after the Copenhagen Half.

[@amandanorbutus8542]

Congratulations!! I feel like it was a few videos before your "I quit my job" video that first popped up on my KZbin algorithm and I've stayed to hear the highs and lows of your journey and I love your honesty about the "grind." Thanks to you and Daniel for all that you've built and continue to share!! Here's to a spectacular 2025 for you both.

[@jason.rams4]

Looking back and reminiscing on your journey with you after having watched all of your videos is amazing! I started watching after seeing you with Kofuzi, you were probably 10 videos in, and just watched them all in order and just kept going since. So much growth within not just the channel but within yourselves! You should be immensely proud of yourselves!

[@nancypace355]

I joined the Love the Grind movement after your Berlin video and promptly went back to the start at Farmborough and have watched every single video since. You’ve inspired me to run my first half this coming March and to be gentle with myself on the days when I don’t feel my best. Thank you Phily and Daniel!

[@johnrwilker]

Congrats on everything 🎊 🎉. I’m not sure what the first video of yours I saw but it was before you quit your job. It wasn’t the content I was looking for and was annoyed at KZbin for the recommendation. I had to watch a couple of videos before I really “got” what you were doing with the channel. I’m really glad KZbin recommended that first video! There are a lot of running channels out there but yours is something different that has me hooked. I like the silliness and your relationship with Daniel and background cats. I love the simple honesty of the videos, good and bad. Thanks for taking me along on your journey and I look forward to where you both are going. Best wishes for an awesome 2025.

[@MrDjpaulh1982]

I think the video with your dad filming was one of the first I’d watched of yours. Love the grind 💪🏼👍

[@DerFrange1]

I first found your channel when I was training for my own first marathon early in 2023 and it is so cool to see what it has grown into! All the best to you two for 2025, which I am sure will be another amazing year on this journey of loving the grind!

[@greenenergi9427]

Congrats! Love the channel. I had been one of those unsubscribed viewers for a while but Copenhagen was what made me hit Subscribe. I’m glad I did. Love the content, I’m a competitive masters runner and love the insight you share (highs and lows) even the boring stuff because it’s all apart of the process. I was also thrilled that you partnered with ON and that they value you as an athlete and content creator. Keep it up and continue to love the grind.

[@LonLonRanchDressing]

Discovered you in 2022 - can’t remember the exact video, but I do remember it was while taking a lil KZbin reprieve from my graduate school work (after which you became a regular cast member during those mental health breaks/procrastination sessions). So glad I found you - you’re also a main character during my otherwise unpleasant treadmill runs. Thank you for keeping me company. And congrats on all the success; it is so deserved.

[@linab.6586]

The first video I've watched was your Sankt Moritz training camp, and all the following ones. Shout out to the great quality of your videos and big shout out to Daniel who definitely completes you in every possible way. Looking forward to many more videos. Enjoy the festive season and some well deserved vacation in January.

[@Quidou1]

I found your channel about 6 months ago but I’ve binge watched almost all of your videos the past half year ☺️ You became one of my favorite KZbin channels!! 🥰 thank you both for sharing your life with us! With ❤ from Zurich, Sabrina

[@MartinNikel]

Well, Phily, these are all amazing achievements, and another great video. But your biggest achievement by far has to be all the people you've inspired, including - somehow - myself. Having been a 'sub-elite' in my past, it was difficult for me to get back into running but your videos, right from the Farnborough one, really brought me on a journey. Your coaching is great, you're understanding of me as a person, not just a runner, and your energy is infectious. So much so I have my entry to Valencia sorted next year with the stupid notion I can get to sub-3 hours. That's a large part down to your (and Daniel's) efforts in encouraging, informative content and inspiration. Don't get me wrong, there's a lot down to my friends and myself, but I think without you guys I may (or may not) just be trudging around local Parkruns. Class act, both of you, onwards and upwards!

[@katelynobrien6024]

I started watching towards the very beginning, your kitchen renovations were still happening. Videos were run, work, and then work on the house! Also, I was around for all the hair changes! Congrats again, and the best for 2025!

[@andit9008]

Hi Phily & Daniel, Congratulations on hitting a 100k subs and getting engaged! Been subscribed for one and a half years, i think i joined around the "running has changed the course of my life" video. Its really nice how in this one you go over all that has happened ever since! As a sidenote: ads at every 2 minutes in the vid distract me from following the story. I know this pays the bills, but was hoping there is a smoother balance. In any case congratulations and wish you an amazing time off of work and a great Next Year!

[@Leeroy49]

Yep been here since the first one :). Merry christmas. I also remember a lot of detail about CPH marathon 2023. It was a pleasure. It feels like every UK pro or semi-pro runner seems to have an iron deficiency o.O.

[@IainThacker]

Like many, I found your channel from Harry's Parkrace video, March 29th 2022... There were only 10 videos on your channel back then! It's been great fun being able to come on this journey with you through the highs and lows. Watching the changes you've both made through hard work and engaging personalities has been inspiring! Seeing your Patreon grow so much, particularly since Berlin, has been fantastic - I feel proud to be part of that community! I'm privileged to have been coached by you for the last 20 months - if anyone is wondering if having a real coach vs using an app or AI is worth it: Absolutely. I'm testament to you not needing to be elite, or even above average to benefit!

[@kimcruz16]

Following since your DIY renovation 🏡 I was searching for a women’s view point on running 🏃🏽🫶🏼 & found your channel. Thank you! ❤from NYC

[@corbs8301]

I was at the BTC 5k where it was super windy and saw you filming! Went back and found all your videos and have been here ever since! ❤

[@wiseaf]

I signed up for the Copenhagen Marathon earlier this year and searched out a video on it. Yours was the best!! Subbed from that moment a few months ago

[@deanshields8031]

Well deserved. We’ve all enjoyed watching the journey.

[@dianafrederiksen7525]

greetings from Denmark - I started following you and Daniel when I happened to find your video about the Berlin Marathon - I just have to say a big congratulations - It was so cool - really well done, but what touched me the most is your honesty and your courage to show the good and the less good - thank you very much - you have inspired me to dream big and say yes to myself that I can run my first marathon. Merry Christmas 🎄and Happy New Year 🎇 Love Diana

[@djclass005]

Quite early, I remember your first marathon video. Even before, but no specific video. Your catchphrase just hit different then all the other run tubers! Love the grind people!

[@briankfree]

Joined since the first video. Had been watching running videos and your first video landed in my For You section…been watching ever since. Keep up the good work and exciting things are to come for you!!

[@gavinthomas4639]

Been a subscriber for a long time as you were one of my first running KZbinrs (with Ben and Harry) after getting into running about 5 years ago. Following your journey has been great, with all the up and downs, but by far the most amazing moment was your Copenhagen 3rd. I will never know any elite runners, but seeing you come in at that race was such a truly joyous moment that always makes me think I can run better. Daniel made such a good video too, it is KZbin perfection.....best of luck with your plans for 2025. #LTG

[@johnshandle777]

Those 2 years have flown by. The 1st i vaguely remember watching, was you running around an office estate down south with Daniel following on a bike. Been great to watch your journeys, love the grind ❤

[@RunwithMElissa]

I remember that your video about the Copenhagen marathon was the first one I watched. And I remember me thinking "why am I watching a person telling me how to prepare bottles for the Elite start at a marathon? I'll never get to this level, so this channel is nothing for me!" But I gave it a chance and soon discovered what your channel is really about. Its not about an Elite runner telling about how to do elite things. Its about telling the most honest, relatable, down to earth story of a runner with all the ups and downs we all have as runners. Love your content and love the grind ❤

[@aweston111]

Is this the love story the internet needs? Yes it is. Love of running and love between you two. Also... we love the channel. Carry on! Googled faster half marathon, and you popped up - immediate subscribe!

[@bekahsk2011]

Seville was first video I saw, maybe a month after it came out! Think it came up as I was looking for London marathon info online… (I ended up running it this year and am running Manchester marathon in April now! - and I don’t think I would ever have done without your videos. You’ve inspired me a lot over the past 2 years and I know you will continue to do so! Thank you Phily & Daniel! X

[@iberiksoderblom]

Time runs fast!!! It's been a joy to follow along, and still is 🙂 Congrats on the engagement and looking forward to a "Running Wedding" 😀. 2025 will be even more awesome.

[@christinaclementson]

As a few have said, I first got to know you after watching Harry Morgan’s interview. Hooked ever since. You Tube came into my life during lockdown and has remained ever since. Love the grind ❤

[@Changing_Lanes529]

For the past week I’ve been addicted to the channel! Both of you give off so many positive vibes. You just gained a new subscriber 🙌🏼

[@jenniferwebster3067]

Think I've been here since Valencia or slightly before. Amazing to see how delighted you can be for internet strangers to see achieve and make life-changing goals. Well Done you two and Happy Christmas. All the best for 2025!

[@emmalsaunders]

Great two years - such a journey :) the highs and the lows! Have been watching for the past year :) love the grind!! 🏃‍♀️

[@doingthingsdifferently]

Just found you guys - two lovely people doing very hard things, a glorious journey

[@OmnicronYT]

Congrats on 100k!!! I think I started watching around the Copenhagen Half in 2023, which led me to book and run it in 2024 :) Love The Grind

[@theghostrainbow1864]

Congrats on everything

[@kimcruz16]

Congratulations on 100K & 💍 🥂🥂 to a beautiful future together ❤ from NYC

[@fish_h]

congrats!

[@MrDawson1400]

Been following your channel for feel like forever, I came across your channel trying to find positive things on KZbin to try and sort my own life out. Ok trust me will never become a runner but I am I little faster at walking now. Down 30kg and would hope for another 20ish. Ooooooh pssssssssss you have passed 104k subs already

[@emilyblundo709]

I’ve been watching since 2022, but I’m not sure which video! I took a break from running after college, but starting to find the love for running again! Congrats on the 100K and all of your running accomplishments this year 🎉 I did my first marathon this year and my stomach stopped me instead of my legs. I would love to learn more about how you train your body to have enough fuel before the race. Can’t decide if I want to try another one…

[@michaelbennett6778]

Fab channel Philly and Daniel . I’ve followed since 2022 - think it was a shared vid with Jog On Harry 👏 Always inspiring and fun ! Thanks 🙏

[@jamesh284]

Omg, I so remember your first video!!! It’s so great watching your and Daniel’s journey!!!

[@phantominsider]

Been watching last few months. First heard of you on the running channel. I needed a 2nd channel to keep me inspired to run and yours did it. Congrats.

[@MsZen21]

You're very welcome Philly! And thank you for some premium content ^_^

[@kerricappy4890]

Have been here since day one. I'm pretty sure I have seen every video. OK, I may be just a little running obsessed 😍

[@melissagarza6698]

Love the grind congrats on your engagement and hitting your goal on your channel and everything you’ve achieved 🎊 💕🥂

[@Seroparonia]

I decided two weeks ago to start your 5k training plan. I am a big couch potato but your journey is so immensely inspiring and now I really want to run. so... thanks! :D

[@natalielape1192]

YOU GUYS ARE AWESOME. So inspirational 🥹

[@TriathlonDan]

Inspired. Brilliant video, Happy Christmas!

[@vtrunnermudtrail9921]

I've been watching your channel from your first take:) great Job!!

[@weezyrunner]

Congratulations! 🎉

[@LinKayLee]

Hi Phily, I'm an audience from Taiwan and you can call me "Kai". I think the first video I watched is about running workouts. But I think the video made me subscribe is "Improve Your Running Performance Like a Pro: 7 Simple Changes". I started running in Feb. 2022 and ran a sub 100 mins debut half marathon by the end of the year. I ran a sub 90 mins half marathon early in this year...these are simply explaining that I've successfully reached some landmarks but not quite important things which I wanted to say. I've picked up several niggles and injuries on my running journey, probably a so-called "perpetually injured runner". I've been dealing with my old and new injuries for more than half a year in 2024. Not until I saw your video did I realize the importance of "keeping the easy days genuinely easy". I worked quite carefully and conservatively this time, gradually building back my fitness and I'm still on may way. I appreciate the contents you share in your videos, as mentioned by others: "normal, natural, down to earth and honest". Congratulations and keep loving the grind!🥰🥰🥰

[@KathrynSturgeon-l4n]

Here since Berlin! Congratulations on everything 🎉

[@jonasvandeloo8744]

Just in time what I needed as motivation for my upcoming New Year's Eve 10K.

[@jaseinclee]

You've done great Philly. Congratulations on the 100k subscribers

[@mikestevenson1334]

So many great positives this year, love it. Congrats on the 100k and getting engaged! =D Merry Christmas to you and Daniel =D Here's to 2025! Less stress and more awesomenesssssssss :D Also, loved the 5k when you both dressed up, I hope you do something like that again :D!!!

[@The_Why_Pod]

Amazing milestone! Congratulations to both of you for the dedication and high quality videos!

[@drewman747]

I don’t remember the video that I watched first, but I think it has been almost 2 years for me. I believe I have seen all of your videos. Congratulations on reaching many of your goals in 2024 and I hope 2025 is an amazing year for you. I am still trying to reach my 2024 goal of 100 miles every month. Maybe this doesn’t sound like a lot for some on this channel, but it was my goal. I am at present about 35 miles from my goal. December has been a rough month, I got sick for almost a week, and I have gotten very busy. Nevertheless, it looks like I have a good chance to reach my goal.

[@adamnichols3506]

WTG Philly! Best of luck in 25!

[@lisafuller1796]

Been enjoying your videos since day one ,still loving the content,you inspire me to go for pb in my running ❤

[@davebegley3022]

Great video. I first saw you when you came on The Running Channel.

[@svetlanayaroshevskaya7077]

funny enough, the algorythm first served me Daniel’s “I’m back” video, and I figured the rest from there, landing right into your lead up to Berlin. my first video on your channel must have been Falmouth

[@melziep8680]

Happy Christmas both of you! Thanks for a great year of running content 😊

[@Runforyourwine]

Copenhagen was my first and I immediately started watching from the start. Don’t diss Farnborough, some great cat content in that one!

[@VeerChudasama-j8f]

First started watching after Eric Floberg recommended the channel on his podcast. I’ve been addicted ever since. Good luck for 2025

[@AlbertWeijers]

FIRST! Whoop whoop. I Wonder when I started following, a long time ago! Your and Daniel's videos are really good, beter than most male runner YT videos, so why you have less subscribers than these men is strange. Also some of the other running videos really have a slow pace, starting with the Making OF The Morning Coffee. You go straight to the point of the video and have great B-roll. Very enjoyable! Keep it going. I have 2 Love the Grind garments so really a fan here!

[@CadenYoung]

Congrats!! Been loving your content!

[@misterbelll]

Great video... following your story for past 2 years ...loved it all, great inspiration in tuff times.. David Bowie wrote "Heroes" while living in Berlin........ listen to it & u may relate .😊..keep well & enjoy your Xmas...👍❤️👍❤️

[@Simply_Auds]

LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS!!! 🎉🌞🙌🏼 I started watching your vlogs when you did your 3km and 5km track pbs. But only recently subscribed after making my channel (I can relate to all of thoughts when starting out too hehe 🆘🙈) and yes you were a big inspiration!!! 🩷🩷

[@BalazsZolyomi]

In July 2023 I started running, as a vow, replacing my daughter in a month long training period, so it has happened that time I found this channel. Since then I ran all distances from 5 to 42k and going to train for my second marathon.

[@patrickvanderwal6324]

I remember seeing Ben Is Running's Berlin video and him talking to you at the finish, thinking: who is that? That's when the algorithm showed me your "this changed everything" video (slightly clickbait right? Well it worked!) and been a fan ever since.

[@CoolInOlympia]

Love following your channel! Congrats!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@michistoeckli3419]

The first Philly video I saw was the winter training camp in St. Moritz (where I actually spend my Xmas holidays 😎)

[@davidwood5884]

I think i found you at Copenhagen, or just before. I then went back to the start and binged your entire journey since.

[@markmiller-hv2zd]

I think I'm one of your OG subscribers!!

[@jasonhutchinson3653]

Copenhagen video was the hook for me. Amazing work keep it up

[@jacquelinehesse4083]

I think i started watching your Videos with the copenhagen Marathon but I watched it in the beginning of the year when I was training for my second half

[@cugel4321]

I first started watchingsubscribed after seeing you on the Harry Morgan video at Reading parkrun...

[@elliestaines6532]

The Farnborough Half is actually the first video I watched!

[@lynnecallaghan2431]

Farnbourough half, obvs!! 🎉

[@iberiksoderblom]

Cant even remember when I subscribed, but it was even before CPH...

[@dorothyzimmers206]

This is the highlight of my day!! I work 3rd shift so it's currently 4:17am here and I am working bbbbbwewaaahhhhaaaa 🤣🤣😊

[@Misty_mountains.360]

13 secs ago this got posted , first Like by me 😅😂😂 lol havnt even watched it for more than 2 mins now first comment lol ...congratulations

[@woutermolevelt1507]

Here since the very first video, fanatic runner myself and the algorythm knows lol

[@Marymooau]

First! ❤

[@johngault8688]

There are a lot of 5K, 10K, Half and Full Marathon races. Why not so many 15K races?

[@dorothyzimmers206]

Hhhhiiii Phily!!!! How are you?

[@hersheyskwertz9315]

Like and comment for the yt algorithm

[@oliverdking]

Daniel breaking 20min 5k series. Just saying.

[@ulfeliasson5413]

So 2,29 is a disaster, but 2,25 is a mega success?? :-)

[@kimcruz16]

🫶🏼

[@NadiaBell-g7z]

Hey Phily! The first video I ever watched of you, I thought “I love this girls energy!” And since that day I’ve not missed a video🫢