Runner Dies After Collapsing at Disneyland’s Half Marathon

A Georgetown Law School graduate died after he collapsed at Disneyland’s half marathon. Caleb Graves was a Disney superfan and trained for the Disneyland Halloween half marathon. However, the heat was unbearable. Graves said he was worried about the scorching heat. On race day, the high was 108 degrees. When Graves crossed the finish line, he was clutching his chest from having a cardiac arrest. He later died.

[@sonicgalaxy27]

This is really sad. Never ever run in the long distance in a heatwave. Always listen to your body and heart.

[@The_North0]

Rent is still too damn high

[@madmax8949]

@@The_North0 Tell it, Jimmy!!

[@stimbit258]

​@@madmax8949 i agree

[@hnfiiinc5993]

For real, had a highschool underclassman die in the middle of football practice during a heatwave. He always trained hard. Just bad day.

[@bikerdude6119]

You can acclimate to heat and elevation. I did leadville100 a couple weeks ago and some girl had a seizure 12 miles in . Most likely caused by not acclimating to the elevation amd high heart rate. The heat can do similar damage

[@endgamer5593]

Ok…whose idea was it to have a marathon in 100+ degree weather.

[@leutiagrey8030]

Exactly

[@jasonhertzberg4818]

Also, September is usually the hottest month in LA. California has summer much later in year (September/october)

[@rayray8687]

Probably the people who organized it a year earlier and had no way of knowing what the weather would be that day.

[@Brian-12345]

They didn't. The run started at 5am at a pleasant 77 degrees. Temperatures didn't reach 100 till later in the day. The media is conveniently conflating details to make the situation seem more outrageous than it was.

[@gregorybogan5113]

to be fair, the races start at 5 AM local time, not the middle of the day.

[@CodyCole80]

Sad… That day before was his warning that his body wasn’t fit for it. It’s important to take heed to such things.

[@kathyharmon2093]

Whose body is fit for 108* marathons?🤔

​@@kathyharmon2093 nobody. But the thing is his body wasn't up for that temperature even when he was simply walking with his dog the day before, so what made him think he could RUN with so much heat and humidity. That's why we have to listen and pay attention to what our body says.

[@00st307-m]

@@kathyharmon2093well obviously all the runners that survived the race ?!? Maybe he had some condition he wasn’t aware of…

[@edithlenora9022]

It’s so sad. He should have sought medical attention because he did not sound well in that video. We have to listen to our bodies.

[@Way2go926]

💯 agree. People should know their limits.

[@sinead187]

Seems like he pushed himself too far. RIP, Caleb.

[@Letthelightin222]

heavy on him clearly pushing himself too far. in his last video he stated that he passed out after going for a walk and lost complete control of his body, that should have been an immediate red flag for him to NOT participate in the marathon the NEXT DAY it’s sad that a lot of people don’t listen to body cues when it comes to you’re health..

[@hafirenggayuda]

Too many people like this "Eh, I'm just tired, I'll be okay tomorrow" You don't need to go to doctor, just don't push your body too hard

[@KingL-r3g]

Yup! For the gram.

[@itspossible3381]

@@Letthelightin222

[@MilaMila20240]

Another clout chaser. Had the time to post how he is feeling. But didn't listen to his body. Now he is dead. Talk about superficial. This is the problem with social media. Making you too dumb & comfortable to risk literally your life. Just for views & likes.

[@Brian-12345]

An important detail getting missed in the reporting is that the temperature was about 77 degrees when the race began at 5am, and mid 80s when most runners finished, within an hour or two of sunrise. So the 12,000 runners in this race (I was one!) weren't foolishly running in the heat of the day (which topped out about 103-104 degrees at Disneyland later that afternoon). It looks like this guy made a mistake the day before overdoing it in the heat, and then didn't listen to his body and ran anyway.

[@aftertheheadlines]

Sensationalism

[@ericcarterofthehillpeople]

@@aftertheheadlines Yes because they want this to be used as a climate change story.

[@stanbalo]

So it was really not that hot?

[@MaryK-yb8wc]

Thanks for the clarification.

[@toshibavoodoo]

We don't know if he was taking Rx or had taken something that causes cardiac issues in the past 4 years. Zero truth in reporting.

[@Kr0nicDragon]

Can’t sue, is a Disney+ sub legal rights nullified

[@carrieleotis7010]

That's if he had Disney+ anyways

[@GorgieClarissa]

@@carrieleotis7010 nah, he's a superfan. he has disney+ but he's also a lawyer....

[@GoogleCloudError]

Disney waived arbitration for the case you're all thinking of where they poisoned that woman in Orlando and she died. Yes, if you knowingly give an allergen to someone who you know to be allergic that is poisoning.

[@AlanKing-v3j]

how is that disney's fault?

[@Deuteromis]

How is it's Disney's fault he died?

[@melaniedwarka4665]

It was like his body was giving him a sign the day before that things would go wrong. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones. May he rest in peace.

[@Quasar900]

My Condolence to his family too ! 😢 I have a question Madame (or Mademoiselle ) Melanie : I 'am just a boy who wonders Why American films in the 50's depict 25y.o men as a mature ones whereas today many treat 40 y.o men as immature teens sometimes ? 😢😢😢 ¿ What's happening in our societies ? 😢😢 Yesteryear , a 25y.o man dressed in suit had so much charisma that high school girls (16 y.o) addressed to him using " Sir" ; today high school girls say " Dude" to 40y.o men sometimes ! 😢😢😢😢 I'm an innocent boy who cherish old good social values and morals ! 😢😢😢 And I'am happy to see you like an Aunt 🙂 Thank Madame Melanie for you kindness

[@homesteaderfiftywmartha603]

No.. his heart went out! For real!

[@Quasar900]

@@homesteaderfiftywmartha603 Aunt Martha Aunt Martha Aunt Martha Aunt Martha Aunt Martha 🙂

[@BrokenBonesRBLX]

That’s absolutely awful, I’ve ran a Disney half marathon with my family before, that’s sounds absolutely horrible.

[@lowkeygeo]

Ey it’s the minimoon guy

[@nq_tu]

I was just at Disneyland. It was 109 on friday. That's super sad. Rest in peace.

[@tianaj9963]

Was there on Friday as well. Even park visitors were dropping like flies due to the heat.

[@marysaade4343]

No one should be at Disneyland at 109°

[@alexmunch9275]

My college classes were getting cancelled that day, and y'all were going to Disney? Crazy

[@issac0027]

I did the one in 2017 labor day weekend and damn it was hot but it was also drizzling rain too

[@aurora6920]

they should close the park during that heat it's dangerous, people wait in lines they can't leave

[@loveforeignaccents]

That's terrible. Rest in peace, Caleb.

[@senior07able]

I went to high school with Caleb. He was an amazing person. Praying for his family.

[@jacobw7158]

DUDE DUG HIS OWN GRAVE, get it

[@Lexyvil]

This is so sad... 35 is still so young. My condolences to his family...

[@Quasar900]

Please , I don't understand ; is this very 35 y.o man pictured who passed away ? because it's said he's a sportsman, run several marathons , and was only running a half-marathon (very easy compared to full marathon) ; because how the winner lady after this shown very fine even if all of competitors run in the same heat (40°C) ? That means that that woman is stronger than him ? Please , as a boy I feel perplex about this ; cause it'll be hard for me to accept that a little girl could beat me in martial arts or a race, soccer etc....! As a boy I feel that 35 y.o is not an immature young like a teen , but is middle age mature man ! Thank you and I'll be very happy if you do accept me to consider you as an Aunt 🙂

[@Lexyvil]

@@Quasar900 As explained in the video, it seems to be due to pushing one's own body to their limits, with the heat doing him in. Normally we tend to take breaks or stop prematurely when it gets tough.

[@MeadeFatLoss]

​@@Quasar90035 is not middle aged! Middle aged is 45-65

[@pricklypear7516]

@@Quasar900 It's not a matter of strength, but rather of stamina and endurance. A number of factors could have contributed to this man's death: an underlying heart condition, a bit too much partying with alcohol and then overdoing it in the heat. . . we just don't know. But please take it from your dear Grannylady: Your comment comes across as not really understanding competitive women. From the National Institute of Health : "The study shows that the gap [between women's and men's stamina] shrinks when trail running distance is increased. This demonstrates that endurance is greater in women." You can look this up by Googling "women's vs men's stamina."

[@rq4740]

@Quasar900 I’m calling it now, you can’t be over the age of 10

[@Goblinng4ut]

Rest in to Caleb Graves he was a great runner he will forever be missed! 😭

[@CarlitosLozoya]

Not really

[@OliviaThePreppy-y4m]

@@CarlitosLozoyatf was wrong with you?

[@izhadshanwanakmalkhuzairy6087]

Yeah, what exactly is wrong with you?

[@mrfacestab5758]

@@CarlitosLozoyaShow some respect!

[@CarlitosLozoya]

@@izhadshanwanakmalkhuzairy6087 I don’t miss him

[@Nickolas35543]

I used to run in hot weather but if i ever felt like i needed to stop, then I would've stopped. RIP this talented runner

[@robertdryja2734]

??? How is he talented??

[@Nickolas35543]

@@robertdryja2734 He was attempting like 13.5 miles or something the average person couldn't run that

[@bigman4407]

​@@Nickolas35543sorry...he wasn't a talented runner.

[@Nickolas35543]

@@bigman4407 Have you tried running 13.1 miles ?

[@jeffreyrivera8158]

I have the same question with others, talented???

[@mugentuner]

I believe the heat was one contributing factor. We may hear other variables at play here. RIP to this guy

[@YesItsReallyKeith]

with that heat, it was very dangerous and should have been postponed! Also know your limits.... There is always that oh I can do this and you keep going.... but that's a mistake! when you start to feel uncomfortable...just stop!! He probably didn't feel good way before the finish line !!!! I tried running once in 47C and after 8km, I said this is just insane... in cooler weather no issue to 30K+ but I realized very quickly that I would collapse if I kept it up!!

[@_Just_Another_Guy]

Disney still shouldn't have let this marathon go through on that day. They knew the weather forecast. But Disney wants that $$$.

[@jaydengallego-v1q]

this heat aint no joke

[@LisaM-m1x]

Of course there were other variables at play. If the heat was the only factor, the other 11,999 participants would also be dead.

[@Brian-12345]

Sounds like this guy overdid it in the heat the PREVIOUS day, and then instead of letting his body recover he went for a long run the next morning.

[@stanbalo]

He is handsome and looks younger than 35 and seems like a sweet guy. So sad about this.

[@cute-e-degen-kf8rf]

lol no. hes 35 but looks 42-44... look at the eyes.

[@LP-bt4jk]

No he looked 27 You probably look like 60

[@jacobw7158]

DUDE DUG HIS OWN GRAVE, get it

[@Seahawkfan1108]

Who does marathons during 100+ degree weather???? Like bro....

[@knuclear200x]

Oh....uh..... Nobody, what was he thinking. 🎣

[@alexiecierra]

Everyone that ran the marathon

[@CarsGuitarsAudio]

Army Rangers and Marines ......

[@Brian-12345]

The race started at 5am, and temperatures were in the 70s and 80s. Nobody ran in 100+ heat. It got that hot later in the afternoon, but not during the race.

[@LTDanglen]

Imagine football practice in south Florida full pads

[@SamA-ep9go]

He seemed like a kind and genuine and sincerely nice guy, God bless his soul

[@jonathonfischer6181]

The report is a little misleading. Yes, the high for the day was 108, but the start of the race (depending on the corral you would be in) was between 5am and 6am. The temp at that point was mid-70's. With a 3 and half hour time limit. The last runners would have been done by 10:00 at the latest, when the temperature was 93. Still hot, but not 108

[@Brian-12345]

Thank you for helping set the story straight. I think the media is conveniently exaggerating the details. The reporter implied this guy crossed the finish line at 108 degrees. Probably more like 88 degrees. Hot yes, but not crazy.

[@FlyingSpaghettiMonsterZealot]

Yeah dude was just weak...

[@sarahlynn7894]

Oh look, someone with high intellect! 👏👏👏

[@carlbaumeister3439]

Did they start the race so early because of the predicted heat, or do they always start it so early?

[@jonathonfischer6181]

@@carlbaumeister3439 they always start the races that early, especially since the route goes through the parks. They want the runners through before the parks open

[@nrgonline]

He ran a 5k at 5am which temps were 75-85f. The race was only two-three hours long. He finished at 7am and temps were not over 85f. It didn’t reach 108f until 1pm that Friday. I was there all day. The heat wasn’t the issue for this runner. He has an unknown heart condition. Shouldn’t have been running in the first place.

[@jeffreyrivera8158]

Passing out after walking the dog means he is no way or shape to run a marathon. Thinking he was too young to have a heart problem . My friend son who is 30 years old died last month of heart attack.

[@stevejones5075]

Yep, as was evident when he was running the day before. It's really sad and I know he may have ignored it because he didnt want to miss out on the race

[@knoelle1357]

“Unknown heart condition” usually means myocarditis, a side effect from a certain something. So tragic to see soooo many young healthy athletes dying these days. Never used to be like this.

[@667mumble]

Deepest condolences to his family and loved ones 💖

[@GigaHellblaze]

If you can't handle the heat, stay home and cool off, drink plenty of water. Like the doctor said it could've been avoided if he listened to his body. If you feel you can't run anymore just back out of the race and go cool off and stay home afterwards see a doctor. Don't keep running, sounds to me this is a case of heat stroke.

[@Seiki52]

Pushing your limits is great in general but if your already in extreme conditions you should immediately stop the first time you get a weird feeling in your body.

[@MaryJane.007]

Pushing your limits is very stressful on the body. More stress/ wear and tear on the body = shorter life

[@WesCook-op3jo]

No way the heat was the only thing.

[@LP-bt4jk]

Yes I had to stop running it was so hot that day.

[@NathanAtkinson590]

You would be right, it was the humidity also. Your body can’t cool itself if you can’t sweat.

[@marlaroberts2087]

Whatever took this young man’s it’s very sad! God bless his family; he appeared to be a beautiful man inside and out!

[@liamthenoguy]

The fact that before he died there’s so much footage of him vlogging about to go on that marathon just makes this more haunting and sad

[@KLEANTRIX]

This is truly heartbreaking... He seemed incredibly healthy, fit, and strong, as if he took excellent care of himself. It’s a stark reminder that cardiac arrest can happen to anyone, no matter how well they look after their health...

[@KittynFranky7643]

A fit young man, this is so sad. My dad went out to garden at the most hottest hour and died from a heart attack, even though it was under trees. You can't play when it's extremely hot. By the way, my dad was a very stubborn person, several people told him to work later when it would be cooler.

[@jeffreyrivera8158]

He was young but not fit. His body is giving him warning sign and he ignored it. Passing out after walking the dog is the sign that he is not fit to run and need to see a doctor.

[@CharlotteD-sh1co]

Oh my. I am so sorry and sad to hear of this man passing. Everyone please be careful in the severe heat. Please 😢

[@christopheraaron8299]

I suspect he had some underlying cardiac condition that was undetected.

[@karl7487]

Ok doctor.

[@lindad6351]

A race should be disallowed when the temp is so high! 😢his poor family must be devastated!

[@TheElisapizza]

The race started around 5am though and was done before it got that hot out. The news is being a bit deceptive 😏 Still horrible either way 😭

[@Incredible_629]

the race started at 5am - it's no where near 100 degrees in the morning.

[@Celisar1]

People run through deserts and Death Valley. You need to decide what’s good for you, not the organizers.

[@GreetingsGoodday-el6kx]

Lol there 7k people in the race and they all survived but him ...

[@JasonHernandez-f6l]

Listen to your body. ❤

[@Jaylikescar]

Ive done a half marathon people do die from cardiac arrest remember its ok if cant continue listen to your body 😢 and train for it dont go in cold turkey

[@Quasar900]

Please Monsieur , I don't understand ; is this very 35 y.o man pictured who passed away ? because it's said he's a sportsman, run several marathons , and was only running a half-marathon (very easy compared to full marathon) ; because how the winner lady after this shown very fine even if all of competitors run in the same heat (40°C) ? That means that that woman is stronger than him ? Please Monsieur , as a boy I feel perplex about this ; cause it'll be hard for me to accept that a little girl could beat me in martial arts or a race, soccer etc....! Thank you Monsieur and I'll be very happy if you do accept me to consider you as an Uncle 🙂

[@Jaylikescar]

@@Quasar900 most likey heat stroke there's usually water station or cooling stations in high temp it's easier to overheat. Also woman can tolerate more pain etc. It's sad he pushed himself hard. Also when you're done running you can't stop immediately that's how your heart goes into shock. you need to continue to lower your intensity gradually move into a slow jog, speed walk until your heart rate slows.

[@KingL-r3g]

@@Quasar900 🤡 😂

[@PhrontDoor]

He passed out or fainted the day BEFORE?! He complained of heat exhaustion the day before. And the temp was 108 degrees and high humidity the day OF?! I don't think the clues could be more apparent.

[@berrypi8865]

He clearly was saying he fell asleep, not fainted.

[@HyperWolf]

The race starts at 5am and ends well before the temperatures get too high, the slowest runners tend to finish before the 4 and a half hour mark so everyone’s done by 11am. I think the heat exhaustion the day before is the real problem, not the 108 degree temperatures that happened later in the day. He should have been resting.

[@clambroth1923]

@@berrypi8865 Passed out as he said

[@reinhardt5405]

I used to work those marathons at Disney. The large amount of non professional runners would treat it like it was a basic race. People would come in costume even generic shoes that would go with their costume. Half way down the line theyd be dying, profusely sweating with fuzzy costumes. The weather was also humid to the core. Personally I am not surprised this tragedy happened.

[@willyboy6126]

So sad and tragic! 💔 With heat like that, combined with the exertion of a grueling race, the run should have been postponed. God bless Caleb's soul...sending love and prayers from Canada to his family, friends and little dog ❤

[@melbacruz703]

RIP May God grant your family comfort in these difficult times

[@Ginalopez7877]

Oh how terrible my brother died this year from heat exaustion he suffered a heart attack my brother was 44 ..😮😢

[@Pedroism]

It was hear stroke

[@lindad6351]

I'm so sorry for your loss. That's awful.😢

[@KT-ov6vd]

Thats so sad. He seemed fit and genuinely a nice guy. Hope someone is taking care of his dog.

[@jenniferw1595]

Post-Covid complications. Lots of young Athletes dying.

[@LP-bt4jk]

If your body is giving you signs stop 🛑 Covid or not

[@timesquare5473]

@Bing-u3w Hey Bing keep takin the cool aid; much to learn my friend, much to learn.

[@PNWMOTION]

@@timesquare5473 Ok bozo

[@PNWMOTION]

Is that what Alex jones told you.

[@heyhey_hi2419]

Is disney not going to take responsibility if he has disney+? smh

[@rockysolid4200]

I mean, in this case, his death wasn’t directly caused by Disney’s incompetence. The half marathon could’ve been anywhere in Anaheim and the results most likely would’ve sadly been the same.

[@Graphics_Card]

Too soon mate

[@richardespinoza2839]

Yeah your right!!!! Disney should’ve told the weather to calm down but unfortunately the DEI hire at the weather headquarters was incredibly uncooperative.

[@Emi-ig9fw]

@@rockysolid4200yes but it wasn’t anywhere else it was at Disney

[@SirJamesIGamerfuzion]

his passing was his own doing why would Disney be responsible he has it on film about his warning sign issues and yet still went to do the event on his own free will ... if he just stayed home he would be here today

[@michaelcrawley9580]

Let me guess . He's vaccinated

[@BrokenSoulConfession]

Poor guy... My condolences to his family and dog. 😔🙏🏻

[@Cereal_kwilla]

Dog? 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@ramonalopez7516]

Disney is irresponsible to have this in this temperature.

[@richardscranton4159]

It wasn't a forced run.

[@ramonalopez7516]

@@richardscranton4159 I get that but maybe consider moving it to a different time of year.

[@CarsGuitarsAudio]

Global Warming claimed yet another life .......LOL

[@richardscranton4159]

@@ramonalopez7516 people have to also have a personal responsibility to not push themselves, he admitted to succumbing to the heat the day before just going on a walk, he should have known better.

[@The_LOL-hg7wt]

@@ramonalopez7516 Strong agree. Disney knows that September can be one of the hottest months. Why do they need a marathon at this time of year?

[@susanhughan2198]

Rest In Peaceful Paradise Caleb 🙏🏼 My thoughts & prayers for comfort to your family, friends & all who love you ✝️🤍 🕊️

[@gallynuts]

Safe and effective?

[@LP-bt4jk]

It’s never safe and effective to continue running in the heat even when you get warning signs from your own body. Go run a marathon In the heat and don’t stop even if you feel like stopping, continue let’s see how that goes for you 💥😊❤️🌞🏃💨

[@smalltowngirl4415]

Events like this should never be held in the Summer here in Florida. Shame on whoever planned this event.

[@EstellaaSlays-x7y]

RIP this guy!

[@katiem4539]

So sad. May he rest in peace. Stay safe & hydrated everyone. Many of our bodies can’t take blazing heat WITH exercise😢 sorry he is gone

[@gerilanderos6283]

Safe and effective hits again

[@thomasmatthewharris1980]

Proof please

[@LaylaThePlotagonGirl2K8]

That’s so sad RIP Caleb Graves! You will forever be missed😢😭

[@kalebmanning4425]

Blaming the heat instead of Pfizer.

[@josephmiles5341]

💉💉💉

[@consciousobserver629]

I see that myocartitis is still nabbing people... makes me so f*ing sad and angry. I hate this world. Rest in power, young man.

[@danettewelborn5577]

Hmm, Im not blaming the heat

[@chrislstark]

Agreed. And it's especially sad here because people his age and body weight were at virtually ZERO risk of death and no need to get pricked.

[@Boofinwho]

"Marathon" say it out loud sounds medieval right ... well there you go folks

[@AyeAre196]

This man died. Women made it through. Is wasn’t just the heat. There’s a reason that wasn’t mentioned. Being a runner doesn’t mean you’re healthy, balanced hormonal levels, micronutrients from food, sleep, mineral content, and hydration play massive roles.

[@Quasar900]

same as Bruce Lee health and death?

[@positivepessimist6853]

Exactly what I said. If dozens of people had collapsed and died then I'd blame the heat but that didn't happen. The heat alone wasn't the issue, his body was. Poor guy should have listened to the warning his body was trying to send him.

[@Becky_X99]

Also we don’t know if he was taking drugs or certain medications that make him more sensitive to heat.

[@Quasar900]

@@Becky_X99 Madame Becky, as a boy I do see you like an Aunt 🙂

[@annonymous-ye7qu]

"Women made it through." WTF?

[@Cutie11083]

Listen to your body. Heat exhaustion is no joke.

[@MountainMan.]

It's important to know Jesus and for Jesus to know you. Old age is not guaranteed.

[@stanbalo]

Amen

[@Stacy-pz9rr]

He looked really fit as an experienced runner too . I was watching vloggers that were doing the half marathon and they just walked it instead kept a 16 minute mile and finished on time , I think it started at 5 am . Just really sad

[@TRUEALARMER]

lol. blaming heat, like it’s never been hot before. no one was dying like this back in the day. heart failure is from 2021, and you all know it.

[@JH-nb4nn]

Totally 100% !

[@robmaas3356]

Show me some statistics prior to 2021 and after and than we can talk, I guess it will remain silent.

[@reenh462]

As a long distance runner myself I am so guilty of not listening to my body and ended up with injuries.It's so hard not to go hard all the time but this guy is proof we do need to listen to our bodies. So sad😞

[@Dancinontiktok]

He passed out a day before, which was basically a warning,went to run again and passed out and died.He knew he had issues in the heat and continued to run and risk ?

[@IcyEvolution-m9y]

Disney: “ you can’t sue us because that guy had a Disney plus membership”

[@chovue2363]

when its a hot day the asphalt will add about 10 more degrees. when high humidity is added that makes it feel like another 5 to 10 degrees.

[@mr.c4p]

vacks

[@MrJoeolive]

Why was this not cancelled?

[@rubygreta1]

Marathon in the summer in Orlando? Even NYC waits until November.

[@Quasar900]

Please Madame Ruby, I don' understand ; is this very 35 y.o man pictured who passed away ? because it's said he's a sportsman, run several marathons , and was only running a half-marathon (very easy compared to full marathon) ; because how the winner lady after this shown very fine even if all of competitors run in the same heat (40°C) ? That means that that woman is stronger than him ? Please Madame Ruby , as a boy I feel perplex about this ; cause it'll be hard for me to accept that a little girl could beat me in martial arts or a race, soccer etc....! Thank you Madame Ruby and I'll be very happy if you do accepet me to consider you as an Aunt 🙂

[@LisaM-m1x]

Disneyland is not in Orlando. Disneyworld is.

[@waykthufukup]

Myocarditis

[@thomasmatthewharris1980]

Proof please

[@liukang85]

Reminder: The origin history of marathon running includes the fatal collapse of a marathon runner 😕

[@spacechimp5141]

It sounds like he wasn't a healthy man. Passing out after 20 minutes of walking his dog was a huge red flag. Also, he likely wasn't drinking enough electrolytes. Drinking only water while sweating is a big mistake. In the military, the number one reason for people passing out was the consumption of either too much or too little water without any electrolytes. Nonetheless, he was so young to die like that, RIP.

[@KingL-r3g]

And he was a “ runner” he should have known. Things people do for the likes.

[@ProjectThemePark]

@@KingL-r3g he didnt do any of this for likes. he did it because he loves running. I knew him personally and none of this was for likes

[@never_loved_]

i spend 9 hours outside in 110+ degree working construction as a 20 year old 150 lb guy, this guys body was unfortunately not built for the heat

[@DwynTwo]

I would call myself very healthy, but I came close to passing out in 30+ degree weather (celcius) after a twenty minute walk too. I'm used to walking in hot weather, I had a cap on my head, I'd drunk enough water that day, I wore sunscreen, but the minute I left the house, I was out of breath and my heart was going wild. I pushed through and still walked, but those were the worst twenty minutes of my life, I was terrified and constantly felt like I was going to either be sick or hyperventilate, most likely both. It wasn't a panic attack, I'm sure of that. I took a few breaks sitting down in the shadow and it got better there. This never happened again, thankfully.

[@karatemaster1144]

@@ProjectThemeParkThank you for clarifying, I have no idea how other people can just post comments insinuating things about people they don’t know.

[@bytheirfruitsyouwillknow]

I can't believe the organizers allowed this race to take place. They should be held responsible, not just for this young man's death, but for all the runners who participated.

[@alejandrogiha7583]

How can this happen to a guy with a healthy heart?

[@LP-bt4jk]

Doesn’t matter this happens all the time. Go run a marathon at 100 degrees and don’t stop even if you feel like stopping let’s see how that goes for you

[@JH-nb4nn]

He was vaccinated. That’s why.

[@JayG88]

😢 it's tragic watching him express the warning signs. Such a young man...RIP

[@Xivix427]

That's why I avoid the summer sun. Period.

[@novembersky3749]

the heat is dangerous ! why run "RUN"!

[@AndysAppleFarm-aaf]

Your life must be miserable if you avoid the sun all the time. You need the Vitamin D.

[@BobbyWithDaMoney]

Fr I hate the heat. Especially where I live where it’s so humid and had so many heat waves this summer. Makes me so miserable. I love when it’s colder out and excited for summer ending

[@MichikoCreations]

@@AndysAppleFarm-aafthere’s other ways to get vitamin d

[@juagilltrap6191]

This is so heartbreaking

[@knuclear200x]

A guy died because he exercised. This is unfair and gives a bad message

[@SelenaKnight-n7h]

Not that simplistic.

[@zodkip3147]

Yeah I wouldn't say this either. It seems more out of stubbornness which isn't always a bad trait but if you pass out from the heat within a week before the race, it just isn't a good sign

[@_Just_Another_Guy]

108F (42°C) is still not advisable weather to do a marathon. That's arid desert weather. Disney should've pulled the plug or at least postponed the event until it was at an appropriate level of humidity temperature. Disney corporation essentially unalived their fan.

[@AHamSandwich516]

In a 100+ degrees. Alot of people can't do that from having a heat stroke

[@kidfortoday]

Don’t exercise. Simple.

[@KnightGaming206]

I hope he didn't have a Disney+ subscription

[@creamysauce5351]

Yeah there were other variables at play

[@ramendaisuki205]

May this kind soul rest in peace.😔🙏🕯

[@bbygrlpt2]

RIP he seemed like a good guy.. Its not worth to put your body in such a distress just for a marathon especially this yr that has been so freakin hot. I dont even go out if its 90+ and humid if its not necessary. Take care of your health before anything

[@Crazy-Clown-In-Town]

He would’ve been a lawyer, so I don’t think he was a good guy.

[@carlr8061]

Man how terrible. But there was something else wrong with him because no one else died. I'm a 58 year old roofer in Florida so no one knows more about heat than me & I'm in it all day ever day for 40 years now. You can only push yourself so far. Like the doctor said when your body talks ,listen.

[@endlevelboss4798]

100+ degree heat = why didn't they cancel the race?

[@HyperWolf]

Because the races start at 5am and there’s a cutoff time of I believe 3 hours. Basically it wasn’t hot during the race. I think he gave himself heat exhaustion the day before, walking his dog, and went in already exhausted. When you have heat exhaustion you’re supposed to rest, keep cool, and just take it easy or you risk going into heat stroke which can be deadly.

[@CrissyBellon]

​@@HyperWolfthat makes sense. Your comment should be pinned, it is important for people to listen to their bodies and get cleared by a Dr, just to make sure. A doc probably would have said to rest, cool off for at least 24 hrs, (24-48), and it was only a half day later that he went out.

[@aurora6920]

America is really bad when it comes to safety! yes it should have been cancelled

[@AvocadoesALLDay]

Poor baby!! My heart hurts for this family!

[@Veegs.]

I’m shocked they didn’t cancel it. It was an oven these last days

[@panda4247]

apparently, the race started at 5 AM when it was 77F, most of the runners (including this guy) finished before it was 90... hot? yes. But not 108 that is reported (that might have been the temperature in the afternoon, but nobody was running then anymore).

[@Veegs.]

@@panda4247 If only weather apps showed the high for the day!

[@panda4247]

@@Veegs. what? it seems you think I meant that "it was 77 when they started, they could not have known it will be 108 later" that's not what I said. I said it the report is misleading, it sounds like it was 108 during the race which is not true, the race finished early when it was still colder.. Yes, 90 would still be very hot (and the runners need proper hydration and they probably won't attack their personal best results), but it's muchu much different than suggesting they ran in 108F

[@Veegs.]

@@panda4247 ohhh I see what you meant yeah that’s a fair point

[@johngonzo9671]

One min you here, next min you're gone !! No 2nd chances , Rest In Peace 🙏

[@Salty.Peasants]

Safe and effective! 😌

[@YesEpic]

He seems to be a very nice guy😢 Rest in peace🙏

[@jameshumphries5059]

Get your jabs

[@gallynuts]

Exactly

[@anthonykeemle6826]

My heart goes out to his family. A young person with their whole life ahead of them suddenly passing away is always tragic to hear, and a reminder of the fragility of life. Make sure you remind the people you care for how much you love them because you just never know.

[@ClydeBreeze_994]

"Safe and Effective"

[@ClydeBreeze_994]

Not the heat, not the humidity, but ⬆️

[@EricCanterra]

Exactly. First thing that came to my mind.

[@Pedroism]

​@ClydeBreeze_994 I ran the same race and I'm 57 yrs old

[@TropicalPassionFruit]

Wonder if he had those rubbery white clots in veins and arteries??? Disney should find out.

[@thomasmatthewharris1980]

Rubbish, it was heat related

[@goddammitboi]

A half marathon... "I'm worried for myself let me run this"

[@stevenjones6780]

I wonder if there's any link between this sort of thing and 'long covid'?

[@drunkenrampage1588]

Disney: “He had Disney+. You can’t sue us.”

[@user-vs8et8gk5s]

The race should've been canceled. That's crazy!

[@KingL-r3g]

🤔 yeah ok. Its the individual that signed up that makes the decision to run or not.

[@panda4247]

apparently, the race started at 5 AM when it was 77F, most of the runners (including this guy) finished before it was 90... hot? yes. But not 108 that is reported (that might have been the temperature in the afternoon, but nobody was running then anymore).

[@vickilawrence7207]

They should have definitely canceled that race! That young man is gone now and for what? It’s ridiculous to put yourself through that just for a race! ☹️

[@Thorinox]

That is insane to think that were to continue the race knowing it was going to be 100+.

[@clambroth1923]

He was going at a very slow pace, so certainly wasn't "pushing it". He was running before dawn and didn't have the blasting sun. The high was later in the day. Clearly there were other issues at play with his health. Sad that he didn't listen to his own body.

[@masonkanterbury3007]

It's hotter than it's ever been in my life. I used to hang my arm out the window and the last time I did that it felt like a blow torch burning me.

[@aguy514]

Sad part is he probably won’t be able to sue.

[@changed_name1951]

How is that sad? He was running in 80 degree weather plus it isn’t nearly as humid there as it is in the south.

[@laurathurneau]

As his family shouldn't. He had a medical incident the day before just walking his dog and then he tried to attempt a half marathon? There was something else going on here.

[@0.7hujhyh]

Whata the point of suing? What did disney do?

[@joeweeks3794]

Clotshot takes another

[@mwv1217]

Source???

[@thomasmatthewharris1980]

Wrong the heat killed him

[@0.7hujhyh]

​​@@thomasmatthewharris1980shouldnt have