Running My FIRST Marathon! | Chicago Marathon

He’s put in the hours, he’s done the mileage and he’s even spent a week training like an Olympian. Now, Tom is about to tackle his biggest running challenge to date: his first marathon.
Join Tom for his epic Chicago Marathon experience with Sports Tours International, from the day his flight lands to lift off on race day. But can he achieve his goal and conquer the full marathon distance?
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What’s in this video?
00:00 Shake out run
02:20 Chicago Expo
03:25 Morning of the marathon
06:10 The marathon begins
09:23 Changing goal
11:30 Half way
14:22 Further than I've ever run before
16:22 Hitting the wall
18:17 The final push
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[@debrascott8775]

The MOST relatable content on TRC so far. Far far more runners in the boat with Tom than running 15 min 5ks. 🎉🎉🎉 Congrats, Tom

[@mickfanning93]

​@user-of2zi8tg1r would you ever catch yourself on

[@Fuckingboredrn]

​@user-of2zi8tg1r more than some real work a 15 minute 5k is an amazing performance that most runners will never meet. Plus everybody starts somewhere at my first marathon I'm sure I wouldn't have done any better than this guy.

[@packfodder923]

Even for faster runners this is very inspirational. The marathon can be brutal and beautiful no matter the pace.

[@johnnybmoto414]

Right! I ran new york a couple weeks ago in 6:22 and fuck anyone who says that's not an accomplishment.

[@naomip3002]

​@user-of2zi8tg1r anybody who finishes a marathon is not lazy. The slower runners are on their feet for longer, which is mentally tougher!

[@50Something]

This was refreshing because KZbin is filled with sub 3 hour marathons and it kind of zaps the confidence out of running for me. I'm really proud of Tom for pulling this off, a very emotional moment!

[@runningchannel]

Glad it was useful! We make sure we represent all amazing runners out there so that means a lot 🙌🏻

[@333jjjjjj]

Maybe a change of framing helps? I find all the people who can run a 3 hour (and less) inspirational. I think even if that isn't in line of sight for you, it makes you want to find out how to do better next time when you see people who have put in the effort and executed.

[@paulmichaeljelley540]

couldn't agree more!! amazing Tom well done

[@50Something]

@@333jjjjjj Absolutely!

[@bertilandreassen4094]

Congratulations 💪💪

[@naqirizvi110]

I have contacted your podcast in the past, but haven’t had much luck, so I hope I will get a bit more lucky here. I am a completely blind runner, and would love to introduce you guys to guided running! I have done to Marathon’s and countless shorter runs. Would you be interested in taking on the new challenge?

[@Marktburgess]

Tom, you made me cry. I did 5:29 in my first marathon and felt exactly like you. However, 5 years later I improved to 4.20. I so remember all the pain that you expressed.,. Thanks for being so vulnerable with us all.

[@runningchannel]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@JJR-Running]

I agree! My first marathon was 5:44 and was the most painful thing I'd ever done. 17 months later I did another, more hilly, marathon and got 5:27. My next one is aiming for sub-4, in over a years time and I'm already putting in the groundwork to get there. But any progress is progress. And as I've seen said on this channel before, you either win or you learn 🔥

[@xorcst]

5:10/mile?!?! That’s insanely fast!!!

[@kin.9133]

This is so relateable. I ran my first marathon this past Sunday - I followed a 16 week program, and all my long runs were a "success" at about 6.30 min/km. When setting a goal, I thought 4.30 was a stretch but achieveable (6.24 min/km average) and my C goal was "just run the whole thing." Looking back I realise that these were not sensible goals for my first marathon, and nothing could have prepared me for the world of pain I entered after the 30km mark. I burst into tears when my pace had fallen so low that 4.30 wouldn't be possible, then I cried again the first time I started walking. I ended up run-walking the last 10km. Sarah said on this week's podcast that if you know someone who's just run a marathon (or any distance really), don't let the first or second question that you ask them be "what was your time." I could really only understand this after my race on Sunday. I felt imposter syndrome exactly as you described. Congratulations on your race Tom and Sarah - and congrats to everyone who commits to marathon training, it's serious business.

[@thesounddisciple9213]

I did my first today almost the exact same as you, wall at 30 then run walks, still sub 5 hour but God was it painfull

[@kin.9133]

@@thesounddisciple9213 congratulations on your run!

[@alphaflyer162]

Man…that first marathon changes you doesn’t it? I still remember my first one in 2016 and this vid resonated all these years later. Well done bud, you absolutely DESERVED to be there!

[@runningchannel]

Thank you!

[@ellienelson4135]

I ran my first marathon yesterday and it was tough, I completely emphasise with everything Tom was feeling. However, I met a woman who had done 42(!!) marathons and she told me that time doesn't matter, all that matters is that you complete it!

[@stephabdoh1618]

This video is so real! Can we normalise being less obsessed with finishing times and instead measuring it only in how much fun you have and how many dogs you stroked?! A golden retriever puppy kiss is far more impressive than a fast finish ❤

[@jensmith3719]

staffie kisses are the best, 😄but i defo get your drift, this video is so real and relatable on every level,

[@ithinkthereforeitalk935]

There's already too many weaklings around. We'd rather not do it.

[@kylerobbins4794]

Man this and Anna's latest video showing the un-fun underside of running have really hit me in the feels.

[@thelostmasai]

Running a marathon is a journey where you uncover your highs and lows, ultimately leading to a deeper appreciation of life. It's in those moments of being broken that you often discover your true purpose. Well done! 💪🏼

[@laurenshaw93]

I just cried watching this! I ran my first marathon yesterday in York in 4:15 & the second I crossed the line I burst into tears. The months of training, pride & support of the crowds was overwhelming! Roll on London 2024! 🇬🇧❤️

[@ragnartheshiz3153]

Well done. And good luck in London. My father in law will be running that one as well. It’s the chance of a lifetime.

[@laurenshaw93]

Thank you! I feel so lucky to have got a ballot place for London 😀

[@klowne26]

I ran my first marathon in York on Sunday too, and also burst into tears after finishing (got 4:41!)! Well done on your time and well done for all the perseverance in training! :)

[@laurenshaw93]

@@klowne26 Well done! 😁 It was such perfect weather and a beautiful course for our first marathons! 🤩

[@Ruateddybear2]

So proud of you!! 🎉 I cried after my first marathon as well, I think it’s just mandatory. I finished around the same time in Chicago! I’m so upset I missed you two! Congratulations 🎉🎈🍾

[@markgeers8488]

My god, what an inspiring story, incredible achievement Tom! I've started running about 2 months ago (partly thanks to this channel) and completed my first 5k without stopping last week. It's gonna be a long journey, but the dream is still to run a marathon one day! This video definitely gave me plenty of motivation to go for my run today 💪🏻

[@SCR1977]

I was exactly where you are last year and just last month completed my first Half. On the days when it’s a grind and I’m asking myself why I got myself into this, I remember the milestones I previously couldn’t hit but wound up smashing. First the 5k, then 10, and soon it will be a marathon. Always amazes me how adaptable and strong our bodies can be with incremental progress along the way.

[@glennvandamme]

Amazing job. For the record Tom, there shouldn't have been anybody else but you there. It are people like you that give me courage it is reachable. We are all runners. Some are faster, some are slower. In the end we do all the same training, we all have the same medal and we probably feel all like sh*t the day after ;-). Keep going, you are a bigger inspiration than you might think!

[@WaarisMarleen]

Well done Tom!! Your journey to, and finishing of this marathon is só inspirational! As a beginner runner, plus sized and almost 40 years old, running 7-8 minute kms, this video makes me believe I might also maybe belong to the world of runners. Next January I turn 40, and next October is the 40th marathon in my local city. I want to run that marathon, but I never felt like I could ever belong there. You, Tom, make me feel I might after all. Your closing words 'I am now 26,2 miles closer to the person I want to be' hit home for me. I will cherish those words as a mantra. Thank you! And congratulations, you're a superstar!

[@teddymckinney4425]

Tom. You didn’t quit. I’m incredibly proud of you. Thank you for taking us along on your journey. Also to Sarah, thank you for being the warm and supportive teammate to Tom. The rising tide lifts all ships.

[@Tonikba]

Awesome Job! If you run Chicago Marathon again make sure you stop at The BCR (Black Chicago Runners) tent at Mile 20. You will get the fuel you need, from chips, pb&j sandwiches, water, soda and so much more. You walked right by them (14:49). We’re also at mile 24. Congratulations Marathoner! 🏅

[@valouchoo7815]

As an average 7’10min/km runner preparing her 1st marathon , it feels good to see people like him. So much relatable ! congrats 🎉

[@Morgaide]

We need more of Tom!!!!! He has such a beautiful smile and personality. I have never been this proud of someone I don't even know!!!! Keep going!!!!

[@jennierayner2152]

Tom, I can honestly say I feel far more inspired by someone like you than the folks who are out there doing it in half the time....I've done half marathons but I've been going back and forth on an attempt at the full forty two, and watching your videos has made me think maybe I can...thanks for letting us share your journey, and huge congrats on getting it done 👍

[@rachaelandthings]

Amazing! Well done! It’s so easy to compare yourself to others, to get caught up in times, but a marathon is a marathon and you smashed it.

[@lenkaontherun]

I'm not crying, you are crying! Well done, Tom! Congratulations on being a marathoner and thank you so much for taking us on the journey with you. And I loved your WHY, I can relate to that so much!

[@suzyaustin6066]

Congratulations Tom! You did it! I loved it when you said “Running was the bridge between who I was and who I want to be” That completely resonated with me, and I’m going to keep that close. ❤ Get plenty of rest and recovery now Tom.

[@rickmcqueen5378]

Great job Tom! Marathons are hard and you did a terrific job. My brother and I ran Chicago in 1986 he hit the wall at 19.5 miles. I pushed him to the finish, his first and last marathon. Sara you were a great running partner, thanks for taking us along.

[@thekizzaa]

I know this probably isn't the place (nor may you see this), but I understand why you say , "running the bridge between who you are and who you want to be", but please don't neglect that you are the person you are right now, which the best version of yourself day by day. Embrace the work you've put in up to this point in this moment right now, the joy you bring to people's lives, and how much you matter right now,. Those things won't change, they're already unquantifiable. Happiness isn't something to strive for, it's something you have right now.

[@susanball2406]

Congratulations Tom! This was epic- what an achievement! I love all the Running Channel videos, but this is the most relatable by far. I ran Amsterdam yesterday, so the feelings are fresh. My wall came at 24k.

[@runningchannel]

Thank you Susan!

[@hayleygardiner2531]

Susan, I also joined the struggle bus at 24k at Amsterdam! I felt a pain in my hip which I freaked out about & I had “a moment” but made it to the end. I don’t feel the sense of pride that I should do though, which is sad. But I may come back for more…

[@desertwind16v]

This is one of the channels best videos. I had the exact same experience in Chicago 2021. It was stupid hot that year and the heat killed me, my time was 6:18 or so. It’s so refreshing to see the slower folks documented like this, awesome job! Congrats.

[@hayleygardiner2531]

Tom, this is soooo relatable. My friend Dean got me through Amsterdam on Sunday - I honestly don’t think I’d have finished without him. I also had to come to terms with the fact I wasn’t going to run under 5 hours which was hard. I finished feeling relieved but not proud. I still don’t feel very proud and that sucks, as anyone setting out to do a marathon should feel proud. Proud for putting themselves out there, proud for all the training & proud to have blooming well finished! This video helped me a lot. Thank you for showing the “real” side of running ❤️

[@kingsley6236]

Awsome job Tom!!!! FINISH LINES NOT FINISH TIMES!! The biggest lesson I learned was that PB and pace are a goal that can be disheartening. I embrace the feeling, atmosphere and the thousands of friends you have for a few hours, even if you don’t know their names!!

[@LoayDoingStuff]

Finally a video that's not a sub 3 hr marathon, which is not reasonably achievable for most people, Tom's pace is relatable

[@runningchannel]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MarieRossiter]

I am sitting here crying. What a beautiful, messy journey--and the messy part is what makes this so relatable and emotional. You stuck through it--adjusted your goals and did YOUR race YOUR way. I don't know you personally, but I feel like a friend has just crossed off a major bucket list item. I'm so happy for you!! Congrats!

[@regstoy]

Well done Tom, there is many a day when people think they could do a marathon, but you now have a whole life, knowing you did.

[@freddyruns]

Phenomenal achievement Tom, congratulations mate. Watched this sat in a restaurant by myself in Belgium. There were tears! But there were smiles too. I love what you said about running being the bridge between the person you are and the person you want to be. That’s exactly how I feel about it. Can’t wait to see you run an ultra in 2024! 😉

[@jemmasykes1909]

What a fantastic video, Tom- super proud of you, you dug deep and achieved your goals, you've really inspired me! I have my first marathon next year and I'll be watching this video several times before it! Sarah, great job supporting Tom, you're awesome! Happy tears all round for this 😃

[@runningchannel]

Thank you Jemma! 🙏

[@almostaverageroger]

Also just ran my first marathon in September of this year and I teared up after they put on the medal around my neck. Congratulations Tom! Well done mate! 👏🏼 loves from Manila Philippines 🇵🇭

[@Runderestimated]

Im so glad I wasn't the only one sobbing at the finish line, I think the people handing me water though I was crazy!! Well done on an epic day in Chicago!!

[@nathaniel23946]

I’m so so so proud of you TOM!!!! You did it! You are amazing! I still wish I was able to meet you and Sarah in person. Can’t wait for what’s next! Go go go Tom!!!!

[@oleg1ch]

I'm proud of you Tom - and kudos to Sarah for running with you all the way for support. I just ran the Long Beach Half Marathon and hit my wall at mile 7. Too much pain all over and conditions were quite hot. I was ready to find an out - but kept walking and finished. Congratulations again Tom.

[@kirkwisdom6318]

That moment of the why, was truly beautiful. Brought a tear to my eye. Well done Tom, what an achievement 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@markjameslyons]

Tom’s face at the finish line choked me up! Well done. Love seeing people complete their first marathons!

[@JoshBelville]

Congrats on the marathon finish Tom and thank you sincerely for your thoughts on running. I also feel very much like I don't belong when I'm running. In fact I ran a 10k track race yesterday morning (my first ever) and there were only six people signed up, and I came in 6th, a full 5 minutes after everyone else. I always feel too tall, too big, too silly wearing 4" running shorts. But it's incredibly helpful to hear from folks like you who feel the same way because it reminds me that I'm not alone. That we're not alone! In the end if you're able bodied, have two legs, and can move those legs to push you forward at a steady clip, you're a runner. Congrats again!

[@sallyp7599]

This brought tears to my eyes and fired me up! I'm yet to run a marathon because I've always been so worried about comparing myself to others and looking "slow" out there. Thanks so much Tom for pushing through and proving you can do it. I can't wait to prove to myself I can too!

[@Rebecca_in_Pieces]

Yay!!! You did it!! I’ve been waiting to see this video - absolutely fantastic. You have officially done it Tom, you must be so proud of yourself. So inspiring. The sheer grit and perseverance this must have taken - so happy for you 🎉

[@sarahozanne7698]

Wow, you had me in tears Tom. What an incredible run! Thank you for being so honest. It was also great to see other runners in the background digging in on their own personal challenges, in their own ways - so inspiring. No one can take that achievement away from any of you.

[@kryst5062]

Congratulations Tom! NYC was my first marathon and I'll never forget that feeling of crossing the finish line after struggling and having to walk/run a good portion of last 8 miles. I think I wanted to run 4 hours but ended up doing 4:20. My next marathon I smashed it with a 3:30.

[@mikestevenson1334]

TOM! That was so amazing. I've been loving watching you train for this, and seeing you cross the finish line, was just inspirational! So happy for you, you did it! :D

[@lisamcg1]

So emotional ❤ love this video and congratulations on your fist marathon Tom! 🎊🎉🥳👏🏻

[@TheManCadian]

That was lovely, you did so well Tom. Such a hard test of a human, and you conquered it.

[@sophiem97]

Huge congratulations Tom! I’ve loved following your journey, and it’s inspired me to think about maybe running my first marathon. You should be very proud of yourself!

[@chicklet3123]

I was waiting for this video!! So proud of you!!

[@thekizzaa]

Well done, Tom ♥ This video (along with others) is the reason I've just signed up for my first half marathon. Argh, I have you to blame for this.

[@AdventuresinChaos]

Congrats Tom!! This was so relatable and inspiring!! You had me in tears along with you at the end. Thank you for sharing your journey with all of us.

[@neilreynolds432]

Great video and you guys are amazingly good together. I loved the video. Running humbles all of us. The one given thing in running is the older you get the slower you get, but you enjoy it just as much. I am over my 60's and enjoy running even more than I did in my 30's because now I have time to enjoy the runs and meeting people because you not chasing times.

[@stephane8200]

Very well done! I know all of the feelings and all the emotions you went through including the crying after the finish line. I did my 8th last week in Eindhoven and it is an adventure and accomplishment every time you finish a marathon. Congratulations 🎉

[@ruthchappell6511]

YEEEEES TOM! I''ve been waiting for this video to drop to see how you got on. Congratulations matey! Thank you for showing the reality of training and marathon running. I ran London earlier this year and can really empathise with how you felt during this. But you've gone and smashed it!

[@Tonyr2]

Tom this is one of best marathon vlogs I have ever watched. Love it. Totally can relate to how you felt at the end. In 2018 I damaged my achilles and it was bad, out for 6 months, started running again in January 2019 building up to Brighton marathon in April same year and cracked the 4 hour mark, 3-58-56, and from nowhere the tears flowed. Not ashamed to admit it, it meant alot to complete in it as I wasn't sure I would ever run again and to hit the sub 4 hours my A goal....well it went to plan.

[@pameladh27]

Crying with you, Tom! Beyond incredible effort, so so proud of you, and what makes this even more inspiring is that so many of us can relate, my favorite TRC video so far!

[@bikerdude221]

WOW - great capturing of Tom's emotions at the finish... sincere tears of happiness

[@naqirizvi110]

Well done Tom on such a fantastic achievement! You should be so proud! I have been following the running channel for over three years and I love you guys because you are so ““ normal, but also so extraordinary. It’s not about times are being the best runner in the world. You all take on incredible challenges and do so well but also make it so much fun and worthwhile. Great job.

[@monikaczng]

I was waiting eagerly for this video!!!❤

[@funwithme1592]

Love these videos, what an achievement , you was amazing well done. You’ve inspired me to sign up to my second marathon. Great going mate. Well done

[@timcutbush]

I love the Running Channel, entertaining, educational and most of all inspirational. Well done Tom you smashed it! A marathon is so on my bucket list.

[@awong1220]

Congratulations, Tom! Thank you so much for sharing your journey. I definitely shed a tear with you at the end. I’m looking forward to my first marathon next year and will keep your story with me as inspiration. 😊

[@heymschris]

Great job Tom! Congratulations!!! I'm so glad you filmed your journey. It was so relatable to those of us who are new & slower runners.

[@DaydreamingThroughBooks]

I’m so proud of you Tom. Thank you for bringing us on this journey.

[@jobrookes534]

Tom you are absolutely fantastic!! So so proud of you. I was both singing along and crying with you through that video. I've never thought I could ever run a marathon - but you've inspired me to atleast consider one. Thank you ❤

[@iim_human]

What a blast, you did so freaking great. Love the video, you guys were both so adorable prior to the race and absolute champs while in it!! 🎉🎉

[@PacAttack1385]

Congratulations!!! This has been a great series to watch. I am a runner who tends to be on the slower side, but I still love running. Seeing someone else slower in videos is awesome. Great job!

[@danblakey2452]

Thank you Tom for sharing this! It gives so much insight and inspiration!

[@OMG123LOL912]

YAY so excited to watch - go Tom!!

[@user-re4bd1bh7m]

Well done Tom, what an amazing achievement! You should be incredibly proud of yourself. Can’t wait to see where your running journey takes you

[@Koennie78]

Absolutely amazing, Tom! Well done. Also props for Sarah to be your moral support. I still have to run my first marathon. Did my second half marathon yesterday in Amsterdam. Just the feeling it gives you after you crossed the finish line is something you can not describe. Well done once again!!

[@cinthiar5718]

Yay, Tom! Way to go! So, so proud of you. Can't wait to follow your next running goal.

[@maddisonpoletski]

Great job Tom! This made me cry! I'm so proud of you. I loved getting to watch someone who isn't a high level runner complete their first marathon! I'm running my first in April and am just hoping to finish. You are such an inspiration!

[@kim-anh9860]

I got so emotional watching you run the final bit and crossing the finish line! Massive congratulations! And to Sara being such an encouraging running partner - we should be so lucky to have a friend like you!

[@misshellokitty00]

Congrats Tom! I had my first marathon this past Sunday and went through everything you went through. Thank you for showing us that we are never alone while challenging ourselves to be better. Huge congratulations on your achievement. 🎉🎉

[@SamanthaVanBlerkom]

Oh my gosh. All the LOVE!! So proud of you, Tom. I appreciate your authenticity SO MUCH. Thanks for inspiring all of us normal runners to push ourselves out of our comfort zones.

[@patricklee3573]

Well done Tom. Brilliant achievement and a great video by yourself and Sarah. Watching it brought back memories for me too of some of the locations, the expo, dark morning, great crowd and joy of finishing it. I've done many marathons, equally though you remember your first and this video will hopefully inspire many others to achieve their first marathon goal. Let this be the start of many marathons for you Tom. Well done again

[@deboravidal]

His experience is so relatable! I appreciate all the videos I've watched of the others in this channel running a marathon, but this experience is the closest one to my own.

[@janfaber5390]

What an amazing video. You’re such an inspiration. This video was so heart warming. You should be SSSSOOO proud of yourself. I started running a year and a half ago. I ran my first half marathon this year at the age of 60. I have since ran 2 more and have signed up to run a full marathons February of 2024. I’m scared to death. I don’t want to fail. I so sympathized with you and can relate to so many of your inner struggles. Just know you are supported by so many people you don’t even know. Can’t wait till continue to follow your running journey.

[@erika_lynne3124]

I'm so proud of you, Tom. You did it! I'm inspired by you because you and I run about the same pace. I'll be doing my first half-marathon in April and you have given me confidence that I will be able to do it. Excellent work and thank you. ❤

[@hanklhayes]

Man, thank you for your transparency. I'm proud of you and thankful for this video. Congratulations on running your first of many! 🎉

[@shannonherring3862]

Congrats Tom, so proud of you! I'll be completing my first marathon in NYC and this was inspiring to watch. Thank you for sharing! ❤🎉

[@corijohnson7444]

Way to go, Tom! 🎉🎉🎉 So inspired by you! Thank you Running Channel for creating such wonderful content for everyone from the beginner, the runner recovering from injury to the Olympian!

[@stevegordon4807]

So proud of you Tom! That was a great video. At the end of the race I was just like you when I completed my first marathon. Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@sarag4743]

Tom you are my inspiration. I'm about a month out from my first marathon and I felt your pain and joy watching your first marathon. Well done! You can do anything!

[@karolina.321]

You made me cry! This was so beautiful and Im so so impressed with you ❤ More context from Tom please, this was so inspirational!

[@curtiswood8010]

Yayyy Tom you did it! Huge Congratulations! Great video guys! The Chicago Marathon looks like a banger!

[@larainefallows7207]

Loved this video. Inspirational! Well done!

[@kelsta2685]

Loved watching you feel all the feels, Tom, and your description of running being the bridge. Thanks for taking us along for the run! Congratulations.

[@JustinCooksey]

I havent committed even to myself yet to do a marathon, but I can feel it sitting there waiting. I started running at 53yo, and ive loved it, and striving for a 10km run (no walks) at present. Enjoying and taking it easy so i do enooy it. I really enjoy this channel and the community in and around it. People like you (Tom) as well as Sarah, Andy, Rick, Anna, Mo, all the team make up an inspiring group among whom everyone can find relatable experiences.

[@natashaelliot5930]

Massive congrats Tom, you superstar!! You should be absolutely chuffed with this momentous achievement 🙌🙌 TRC - please keep this type of content coming!

[@pauldavidson9120]

Well done Tom. Amazing you did it. Great to share such an amazing experience, with everyone. The emotion shows how much it all means to you for being a runner. On to the next challenge!!!

[@user-ff3kg8zc3j]

Wow . That bought back so many memories of my first marathon , including the tears at the end . Thank you Tom and huge congratulations

[@emiliehammerquist6372]

Absolutely love this kind of content from The Running Channel. Helping all of us be runners. Thank you so much, and keep it coming!

[@TheDangerousKid]

Congratulations it was an amazing day, the beer and dance at the end 👌 what it’s all about, one of the best videos you’ve all done

[@jennabutler6304]

Tom I was literally crying right along with you!! I'm training for my first marathon and all of these videos are helping me. Congratulations Tom!!

[@chinpoeykhoo6261]

Congratulations Thomas, well done for finished first marathon regardless of completion time. Everyone who finished a marathon is a warrior looking at scale towards general population! My first marathon in mid Dec this year hopefully I'm able to complete it without any injury!

[@manuelap261]

Love this video! Proud of you Tom!

[@J0hn.Turn3r]

Great stuff - well done, shows the hard work and training pay off! Looking forward to your next adventure! Have enjoyed this series *a lot* as I've entered Manchester next year for my first Marathon, and we have a very similar training pace etc...