My 100km Ultra Did Not Go To Plan

[@SchvennMeister]

"Did not finish" is still world's better than "did not start"! Thank you TRC once again and Anna, for sharing another challenge that did not end as expected. There are reasons we runners have more platitudes than most others like "if it was easy, everyone would do it." Great effort and you made it farther than the overwhelming majority of us, even experienced runners would. So, be proud and now, you have another reason to do it again!!!

[@runningchannel]

Good advice!

[@missingmimic]

I love your mom reminding you of all you already achieved today, moms are amazing ❤

[@runningchannel]

Sure are!

[@anna.the.runner]

She’s definitely a special one ❤

[@kingsley6236]

Totally agree. My mum has stood in the rain being my support crew! Mums everywhere...you are all amazing

[@bongers94]

Good run nonetheless,Anna.Come on over here in the Philippines and try an ultra😊

[@carolinasilva6366]

I need more Anna content! Shes always so inspiring

[@markg99]

The thought of heading out into a dark and wet night, already drenched to the bone...😱 Great effort, Anna 👍🏻💪🏃‍♂️

[@anna.the.runner]

And with a chest infection to boot 😢

[@ianl4518]

That's pretty standard in UK races. if you aren't prepared to do that, or haven't trained for it. Don't enter. Not all of us can cry our way into Boston!

[@JohnBirtchetSharpe]

I have always loved Anna's vids , something pure about strength of character comes accross in the vlogs that are shot , very welll done!

[@runningchannel]

💪

[@jennabutler6304]

Thanks Anna. You probably helped more people with this video than perhaps any other. You did an awesome job. Way to go.

[@runningchannel]

Glad it was helpful!

[@geofftoscano6804]

I hadn’t realised the video was coming to an end and I was dreading Anna finishing. Once blisters establish themselves the fun disappears from any distance event. I was so relieved when she decided to DNF and with nothing but pride for what she’d achieved.

[@TheManCadian]

As always, Anna never fails to impress. Love that mum was there to remind her how awesome she is. Those conditions were nasty.

[@runningchannel]

Couldn't agree more!

[@RachelBarter]

Every video I watch of Anna taking on challenges I always end up in tears. Anna you are an absolute inspiration with everything you set your mind to. Sometimes, we need to set our minds to pulling back and looking after ourselves and that can almost be the toughest challenge.

[@anna.the.runner]

Sorry about that! 😅

[@martonferenci]

I think this paints an honest picture of trail running. You can have the best plans but nature is superior and you have to respect it. Well done on making the hard but good decision. The trails will be there next time.

[@HiggsybearOutdoors]

Excellent video. Well done, Anna. What an incredible achievement and a beautiful run - you made the right decision. I love the longer form race content and this is one of the best. Well done, team 👍🏻👍🏻

[@PS_1234_]

I’ve missed seeing Anna! She’s an absolute legend and so genuine.

[@michelleko6190]

One of the best videos I’ve watched on TRC or any running content ever. It’s not always about winning or hitting PBs, running is about the adventure, comradery, facing your limits, having fun, and being grateful for the full breadth of the human experience! Well done Anna for taking on the challenge, making the right call , and being a great presenter and inspiration 💪

[@anna.the.runner]

Thanks so much 🙏🏼 that’s so kind

[@kevinlance1813]

Anna you have been one of my greatest influences in my running for years now. They say it's inevitable when you start running and now you've taught me how to say enough. I'm old enough to be your dad so I will say I'm proud of you too. Let's keep going knees up chin up. Cheers girl from NC

[@jacquelinmaas8256]

Your mom spoke wise words: you achieved so much!! The weather didn’t lend you any favors, but this is so inspirational

[@ruthchappell6511]

Huge respect to you, that looked like an incredibly hard challenge.

[@trailrunningphil]

DNF - Did nothing fatal! Go again on the next one Anna. Bloody awful weather that. Always going to chuck it down up there though eh!

[@anna.the.runner]

Absolutely. And I was battling a chest infection going into it, unbeknownst to me. The medic at the final aid station picked up on it and suggested it could turn into pneumonia if I went back out in those conditions

[@Zmyslone]

You are so big inspiration for me. I'm running for years now trying to go back and prepare to 100km. Love this sentence "who wants to do something when you guaranteed to succeed all the time".

[@simoncattabriga1892]

That's why I LOVE Anna! What an absolute legend! Your so inspiring!

[@anna.the.runner]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@langdalepass]

you can be very proud of that achievement that a lot of people wouldn't even start. Well done. Really great character and example to others too.

[@jamesmoore1675]

Well done, Anna! Always enjoy your videos - authentic and honest. Thanks for sharing 🙂

[@Beatriz_MC]

Making the right decision takes a lot of courage too. You did amazing. We need more Anna content!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Bloody good effort Anna. Classic line “do you have potatoes here?” 😂 love it. The Lakes is a beast when it’s wet so no shame in a DNF. Sterling effort 🤜

[@anna.the.runner]

I can’t explain to you how good those potatoes were! They had vinegar and salt on 😋

[@haleydelpesce2022]

Anna I'm so proud of you for making that tough decision! No one wants to cut races short but sometimes you have to do what's best for you, your body, and your mental well-being!! Thank you for sharing this side of distance running, it's something that's not often shown on social media☺

[@fionac1089]

Absolutely love Anna's vids. Well done Anna. Always an inspiration to see you doing these things. You are obviously amazing but it's great to be able to watch 'ordinary' people running and not just super fast young fellas!

[@mxrored]

I love watching you on the channel Anna, find your grit and vulnerability so inspiring. Thank you for letting us in on your journey, so glad you decided to call it 💓

[@wilsontang8995]

Kudos to Anna for gutting it out that far in those adverse conditions. She's always an inspiration. Looking forward to more of her challenges and videos.

[@mysticgaming2455]

You did amazing never say your a failed you gave it your best and we're proud of you

[@benoneill7883]

Anna, you inspire me. You made the right decision, and because you did, others who watch this video, will too, if they need to. Well done.

[@the_hiking_hairdresser]

Absolutely amazing, and 100% the right decision with wet kit in those conditions. The mountains will still be there for another day! As for music and emotions, I was doing The Lap September this year, as I was climbing Wansfell, the lighting was perfect, the view was incredible, and I put on some 'sea shanties' and the song 'Cornwall' by fisherman's friends came on and the hairs were standing up, and my eyes started watering. Those moments, finish or not are what we do Ultras for, and also what give us the drive to grow as people. Whether it is a good or bad race in our heads, we always come out of a race a more improved person, and learn something new.

[@killerqueen9298]

Aw. I really feel for you Anna. When I felt down someone said to me "dont be hard on yourself. There are millions out there that didn't get off their backsides" Take heart from the fact that you competed to the best of ability and thats's all you can do. There will always be another day and another racee. I am so proud of you. Onwards and upwards Anna. Keep going❤❤ you are are awesome.

[@runningchannel]

☺️

[@Dreamlink91]

Crazy to me that you are even able to do this at your weight. There are ton of fit people who cant even run 1km, i would never guessed you were a runner. Amazing, keep it up.

[@ashleyhutchinson3725]

What a strange thing to say!!

[@alancarrick1541]

What a legend, sometimes the hard decision is to say enough is enough. Looking forward to your next challenge as I know there will always be one more!!!

[@stephenwade3367]

So inspiring, really amazing stuff. Along with all the other comments on her, I agree we need more Anna content

[@jamesbrinklow1979]

Emotional 😥 WOW❗ this video was the most Emotional 😥 Running video I have ever watched❗ In my view Anna You👈 are still the Queen of ultra Running. You have NOT failed, far from it The Blood, sweat and the Tears😥 you shed Was for what you achieved not what you didn't achieve. The achievement was that you gave it your all. 🌟

[@severiner7168]

I cried for you Anna. Such a hard decision. You did well and you might as well have a lovely memory of a good day shared than to have gone on and been utterly miserable. I think I would have made that decision too in those conditions.

[@TheHutchRuns]

You did amazing Anna, you should be rightly proud of yourself, pick yourself up and go again another time!

[@spencerharper6182]

Anna you posting this video was more inspirational than you finishing! We are all human even the goats don’t win them all. Much love Anna from Ohio we all have these setbacks on to the next race! LETS GO!

[@anna.the.runner]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@johnsonmlw]

Inspirational work. Goodness me. Amazing.

[@emmastollery1648]

Wow Anna ….well done…that looked really really grim and I think you made a brave and wise decision to stop there….that weather was truly atrocious! But some stunning views….. ❤

[@markbowen3700]

Absolutely the right decision and with poor visibility in the next section making the next cut off would have been pretty much impossible. As one of your friends said it's only a real challenge if you're not certain of completing it. Thanks for the video

[@jamiedalrymple3689]

Well done Anna you did awseome. Good luck for your next ultra ❤️✌️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@sarahcolliver7650]

I just love Anna’s videos. She is just delightful, inspiring and relatable. I find myself getting emotional with her in the high’s and low’s. So amazing!

[@munnerrunner]

Anna, you are a legend!

[@Realityissues]

Well done, Anna. You made the right choice. That was a rough race in tough conditions. You should be proud.

[@marcusgrainger3329]

Your ultra running experience really shines here. Unstudied new route section, low visibility at night and no spare headtorch - this was definitely the right call. The fact that you had two other runners to stick to could have been a consideration, but you'd have to agree to stick together and that's hard when you're close to the cutoff time. I keep learning from you Anna!

[@anna.the.runner]

Unfortunately Rich and Matt had already made the call that they wouldn’t continue, which was another consideration of mine to call it. My watch battery was dangerously low, and the medic picked up on my cough as being a chest infection - which I’ve had to have antibiotics and 2 weeks off to recover from 😢so many things stacked against me continuing 😔

[@checkerspoppyuk]

Great Effort, and a good call at the end!

[@shirleylowe8045]

Anna, you are amazing! Bless your wee mum too ❤

[@willlewis5302]

Very brave. You did so well. The good thing about trail running is that there is always another one.

[@anna.the.runner]

Absolutely

[@wheezy64]

That was a very frank & honest account of what it can be like to compete in an event of this nature. Well done for giving your very best on the day. You made the correct decision to stop & have nothing to be ashamed of . You're a wee star.

[@anna.the.runner]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@gwilymeades]

I know the exact feeling as I had to do the same thing this year with Race to the Stones. Everything's wet, you're blistered, and you're heading into the night...not a great feeling. Anyway, very well done on the race and the decision making.

[@FredrikMolnar]

Anna did great! It is a challenge, not supposed to be easy! This is what it’s all about! Can’t wait for next video when Anna takes on a challenge and nails it(or dnfs it, and goes for next challenge)! ❤

[@adamhenley8295]

Awesome effort Anna - was lovely meeting you earlier in the year when you were going off to do a section in preparation As always your mother is entirely right ❤

[@njaneardude]

Crazy technical course! You're amazing! 👊👊👊

[@tilda3141]

I admire you so much Anna! It takes courage to head out on challenges when you now there's no guarantee for success, know it's going to be hard as hell

[@CR-ew9gl]

Anna, love seeing you back on your adventures, you were one of the first that I started following when I took up running before Covid - hopefully I will get back to it again soon. A huge congrats to you

[@t0maz.m]

Never, never compromise on fuel (food) bc you have to have more clothes. If you need to have winter clothes with you, bring a larger back pack with you them. Playing with food by not having it with you can be a dangerus game to play. Congrats on taking the challenge still 🙌

[@HStacey2011]

I love videos with Anna! You're so inspiring. Take good care.

[@emmawells452]

Well done you did so much. it was amazing to watch, the ups and downs , but yes listern to your mum you achieved so much.

[@carlospagos89]

weather conditions play a huge part in ultras too, wet boggy/muddy terrain saps the life out of the legs too. great great effort in those conditions anna!!!!

[@stephafitt1]

Thank you for sharing your experience. You were ace whatever the finish. You're an inspiration.

[@meliora1985]

I think you made a very wise and mature choice. To continue would have been dangerous. Mountains in the dark in cold, wet weather with poor visibility should be taken VERY seriously. Especially when you are already cold and exhausted. Congrats on an epic run! And I agree with many others... this was a very important video to share. Too often, as runners, we push too hard and take risks we shouldn't for the sake of our egos. Hope you enjoyed a cosy, warm night after your exploits on the mountains!

[@MarieRossiter]

Anna, what I love about you is your tenacity and how much heart you have for everything you do. You absolutely made the right decision. And that decision never negates what you've done, who you are and what a testament you are to your sport and to all of us here!

[@anna.the.runner]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@happylife8570]

Sometimes the best choice is to not go on. You’ve learned a lot and lived to fight another day. Great job for even taking it on!

[@xxmorancxx]

Your mum comforting you sent me over the edge 😢 good job Anna and good job Mum ❤

[@nicmarlow6388]

Oh Anna! 😭 My heart bleeds for you but like your mum said, look at what you *did* achieve! The Lakes, whilst utterly beautiful, is incredibly brutal, even on a lovely clear day. Being in the mountains in the rain and wind isn't all that much fun, trust me, i've walked them enough to know, I can't imagine trying to run the distance you did. Even stepping up to the start line, with all the prep you put in was a huge achievement! I'm so glad you had the other 2 muskateers with you to keep your spirits up. Be proud of what you achieved, it might have been an official DNF but your heart and spirit clearly won the day.

[@cars92dtb]

That was a story… can’t imagine what it takes to run as far as you did. Such a huge victory in and of itself! Onwards and upwards as they say 😊

[@user-ml1hu3jr8l]

Well done Anna, DNF. or not yours are always the best vids. I'm an ultra cyclist with a few dnf myself ( it's part of the game) and I always learn so much from your events. Keep it up!! Looking forward to your next vid.

[@madr309]

Saying "I'll just carry on", while pushing blistered feet up a mountain in cold rain and blustery wind is the most English thing ever. No shame, Anna - you've shown what a badass queen you are. It took so much courage just to start, and to push on for an entire day, through that weather? I am so impressed by you and your effort.

[@maggieprobst1200]

I always cry watching Anna’s adventures. Inspiring human!

[@mikestevenson1334]

Anna, you are an absolute superstar! Super proud of you :) You made the right decision, for sure. Also, potatoes are the best thing ever :D Loved your mum giving you lots of support! YOU ROCK!

[@epictortoisetrailrunning]

Haha - "I'm Gallopin' - Selecta!" Awesome running tune. Super well done - wonderfully honest video and still amazingly inspiring to watch!

[@stuartmckenzie6893]

Really inspiring and thank you for sharing. Love your checklist for feed stations, im definitely borrowing that idea 😊

[@Glenfiner]

Runners are a funny breed, you can achieve what 99% of people could never do but if it’s a dnf it’s devastating! Book …train….we go again! Well done on an excellent try. You are amazing ❤

[@rodjames5606]

Absolute admiration for you Anna,thank you for taking us on your journey,watching the laughter,smiles and tears is why we put our bodies to the test,such as this 100km trail run. You have given myself a challenge to take on hopefully next year as you have inspired me to push myself a bit more in my running journey. 😆.

[@nickellis999]

Very sensible decision. Kudos to you.

[@henrygale77]

I wasn't prepared for the emotional train that hit me by the end of this video. You did amazingly well and should be as proud of yourself as your sweet mum is 🥹

[@alicesmith9778]

Anna you’re such an inspiration! That Lake District rain is like no other, you did such an amazing job. You made the right call ❤

[@jansfrance]

Wow! You are amazing! When your mom hugged you I got teary-eyed. Congratulations!

[@clairhardywynn5620]

Anna ur a star, honestly hun I’m sat here watching this in bed and Im like - there is absolutely no way I could have carried on, the prospect of going back out there in the dark in the rain when ur already freezing cold and chasing a tight cut off - u absolutely made the right decision - u done amazingly well Anna, I hope u listened to ur brilliant mummy - mummy’s always tell the truth 😊🥰 xxx

[@Jordankettell]

Such a good effort and an inspiration! I did the 2 Valleys this year and I’m going back for the 5 Valleys next year. Hands down the best and the toughest race I’ve ever done but that’s why we do these things, think of the people that wouldn’t even be able to attempt this!

[@herecomesbod]

You made the right decision. So glad you had your mum there for hugs.

[@autumnoley4046]

Anna. I am crying with you. But you are so strong and smart for making the proper decision. I know for a fact I would have kept going even when I definitely should stop. Thank you for taking the DNF with grace. Truly and inspiration❤

[@anna.the.runner]

Sometimes the hardest choices are the right ones

[@toxictwatable]

I don’t even know how you managed to get that far, navigation looks so hard! You’re amazing🥰

[@anna.the.runner]

Thanks so much. It certainly was a challenging one

[@rachelshirley8403]

Anna, that was such a gritty attempt at the 100km! Weather can be such a bugger at times and there's no coming back from soaking wet gear when it's forecast for more rain and wind! Take all the learnings from this race, and girl, onto the next one 🙂... Tarawera in NZ.....

[@jasonross-collins6033]

Great achievement Anna and you made the right call. Well done! you'll go again at the right time.

[@mmoesby]

Anna, You´re so tough and made the right decision. Success isn´t always about winning or finishing, but gaining knowledge - which You did, and it will forever pack up nicely in Your mental reserves for challenges to come. The biggest respect to You, and I really look forward to see the new challenges You will take on. True inspiration to watch You.

[@ThatRunnerAaron]

Right decision definitely made. You’ll’ get em next time Anna, still a great achievement & an ultra distance ran!

[@julietmorrice3205]

Having recently spent 14 hours slogging through constant rain in Wales, you have my deepest sympathies. It’s “only” water but it can be so demoralising. Still an amazing effort in truly challenging conditions and terrain 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@neonusound]

Well done Anna! I loved how real this video was in showing the good, the bad and the ugly or running. The greatness of running is in showing up and trying out the hard thing, and this video highlights this beautifully.

[@catrionakilgallon4400]

Well done Anna! Your mum is right, we’re all very proud of you. Still an amazing achievement in really tough circumstances. Hope you’re feeling better now xx

[@Blades-fm6ck]

Such an inspirational video this. It's not all about PBs and reaching your goals but having the courage and determination to take on the challenge in the first place.

[@sdixon92]

Well done Anna! Thank you for putting it all out there again!

[@KQ6XX]

Anna, you are just the best. I love following your attempts and successes. Keep at it for those of us who will NEVER try this sort of thing. :-)

[@chloeemmawells]

Blinking glad I was pre warned to have tissues at the ready, that was one emotional watch. An amazing feat of strength and endurance shown by Anna, she’s a rockstar. I think there’s more to learn when things go wrong rather than right and that’s where we grow as humans. Much respect Anna! Xx

[@ianlee7786]

Thank you for sharing and inspiring

[@johnevans187]

Great job, Anna! I love seeing how you challenge yourself while at the same time making sure you're staying safe. You inspire me!

[@mjowsey]

Anna is so great, such an inspiration.

[@emmabalfe2200]

Huge respect to you Anna, very inspiring and your video is so 'real'. I was crying a!ong at the end but it only served to make me think about trying something like this too. Looking forward to whatever you do next.

[@briansmith51]

A tremendous effort to get so far and absolutely the correct call to make. Personal safety in the hills should always trump the desire to push on when the signs are starting to move against you. Really inspiring, both in your determination and how you rationally analysed the challenge ahead.