The Great North Run 2022 /// Every Runner Should Experience This Race!

[@the_cascade1867]

Especially on that last stretch along the shore - a long line to the finish! Just incredible support from everyone.

[@itsonandy]

It's a different level isn't it. Best race ever 👌🏻

[@marccappleman1582]

Well done, Andy. Your vlog perfectly captured what the GRN is about to so many runners and spectators FUN

[@itsonandy]

Thanks Marc! It was tremendous and certainly the best race I've ever done!

[@sdw0112]

I ran it as a last minute charity entry for Independent Age, first having run the GNR 41 years ago, Hahaha, and the last time was 18 years ago. Half the size of runners then. These crowds 2022 were Awesome. Thank you all for getting me over the finish line. There to enjoy and 3.29hrs was just the ticket for wonderful experience. Thanks Andy for great vlog. I did that run!!! Tears now reliving it. And gonna do next year's GNR when I am 70 years old. 😁🏃👍

[@itsonandy]

That's fantastic, great to hear. See you next year!

[@neilhulme5897]

Well Andy you perfectly described the whole experience of the GnR. The greatest experience of my running life. I actually cried watching the vlog because you managed to capture the whole experience , a truly emotional experience. Thank you.

[@itsonandy]

That's amazing to hear Neil - I'm so glad the video was able to come close to your experience. I'm still on a high from it and I'll never forget that run!

[@DevRunner]

Hey Andy! Great race vlog! The crowd support seemed awesome for this one! Loved all the excitement - it got me re-energized for my race in November as I slog through the summer heat! Keep pushing!

[@itsonandy]

Thank you so much - I wasn't actually feeling all that great beforehand but its funny what race nerves and adrenaline can do! I hope it goes well for you!! ❤️

[@pauljacques83]

I'm a big fan of the GNR(it helps that for me it's just up the road). I love that the whole 13 miles of it has people on the road cheering you on and giving you all the support you need(not to mention sweets). And for me last weekend I got myself a new PB of 1.42, very pleased with that.

[@itsonandy]

Nice one Paul, that's a very quick time considering the congested bodies on the course!❤️

[@thewingitrunner]

Well done mate great run. And crack video with singing, beer and encouraging the runners and the crowd. All the best for the rest of the years running

[@itsonandy]

Thanks! Absolutely loved the race, and the whole weekend. It lived up to the hype and then more!

[@OliverRutson]

Great vlog as always Andy! Ran the GNR this year and came in with a PB! My 3rd time running the event, always a big one on the calendar. As you say, every runner needs to experience this race at least once! Enjoy Amsterdam, go smash it!💪🏼

[@itsonandy]

Cheers Oliver, this run has been the perfect warm up for Amsterdam! Huge well done on grabbing a PB on that course, hopefully the beer and ice pops helped!

[@OliverRutson]

@@itsonandy cheers mate! Those ice pops were the thing keeping me going🤣

[@LookItsMrT]

I did it for the first time in 2021 and immediately bought a membership to guarantee a place for the next 3 years. Absolutely brilliant event!

[@itsonandy]

Awesome Calum, I can see that the GNR gets a hold on you doesn't it. I can't wait to race it again!!

[@edwinjeovanisantoscuellar1686]

I loved it It was my time for me and some of my friends enjoying of this great sport event in Newcastle. I loved it ❤

[@juliejardine1104]

What a brilliant depiction of a wonderful race you've encaptured all the feelings of experiencing this race. My first GNR - i loved it!!

[@itsonandy]

Ah fantastic to hear that Julie, it was a amazing from start to finish. I'm still on a high now!

[@martinreid5685]

Hi from Thailand!! Fun to watch - will be home next year and will look to run this one! Great vid! And good running Andy! Well played

[@itsonandy]

Cheers Martin, it was mega fun, and yes if you can do it - you should! Atmosphere was unreal!

[@Ponty30]

Love your energy Andy. Great viewing. Well done!!

[@itsonandy]

Cheers Paul - hopefully you felt like you were there!

[@cathyc5191]

Really good video; thanks Andy. I ran it this time - my first - and your video captured the epicness and the emotion brilliantly - it made me cry. My knees were killing on the run but I couldn't agree more with what you said 'I don't know if it's possible to have a bad GNR' - it was AWESOME!

[@itsonandy]

Thanks Cathy! I'm so glad you were able to share the joy - it was truly an unforgettable day, I cant wait for GNR day every year now!

[@robwright1067]

I was there running on Sunday as well and this is such a brilliant representation of what it was like. I didn't quite have your insane levels of energy, but iI approached it just like you Andy; get in with the Oggy Oggy Oggy's, high five the kids, drink the beer. The event wasn't without its niggles but as a participator's experience it was up there and I will remember it for a long time! Every local I spoke to was lovely as well and I even got given £15 after in the pub by some locals for my charity!

[@itsonandy]

Nice one Rob, glad to hear that you had a great day, with a brilliant ending - the locals are absolutely amazing aren't they. So glad it went ahead after the scare that it may be cancelled!

[@jasonbritton3427]

Just started following your channel, your enthusiasm is 2nd to none mate, and that race looked so congested lol, loved the comment need dancing shoes on 😂 great vlog mate 🙌

[@itsonandy]

Nice one mate, welcome aboard. The race was phenomenal, definitely the best I've ever been involved in!

[@jasonbritton3427]

@@itsonandy awesome I have yet to do the great north run, il have to fit that in next year 👍

[@simonhodgson4941]

Great video mate, I ran last year and it was amazing. Nearly had me in tears when I crossed the bridge and coming up to the finish was something I have never experienced before. Keep the content coming, I've subscribed. ✌

[@itsonandy]

Cheers Simon, it was an unforgettable day! 👌🏻 ❤️

[@PabloPerez-nd7se]

Love these videos Andy - well done mate. Just started marathon training so these are wicked to get motivated.

[@itsonandy]

Nice one Pablo! What you training for? An autumn marathon?

[@PabloPerez-nd7se]

@@itsonandy Amsterdam Marathon in October. Already enjoyed your video on that one!

[@itsonandy]

You'll have the best time, it's such an awesome marathon + city. All the best with the training!

[@PabloPerez-nd7se]

@@itsonandy Cheers pal. Keep up the good work.

[@rjsouthworth5246]

Great memories watching this video - my sister and I were running that day. It was on a completely different scale from any event I’d done before, so some of it was a bit overwhelming - but with more experience since, I’m eager to try it again (didn’t get in this year, sadly).

[@selinaelson4522]

Ran this for the 7th time with my sister her 10th loved every minute , like you I have a marathon in 3weeks not done one in 7years so keeping my fingers crossed I'll finish.x

[@MrCol104]

Very best of luck with your marathon.

[@itsonandy]

That's amazing on both counts Selina! Good luck with your marathon, GNR is one hell of a good warm up!

[@TravellingBeautyNo1]

Thank you so much for this, so incredibly helpful 🙌

[@itsonandy]

Hope you have a great race if you're taking part this year!

[@KimH797]

Love the enthusiasm in your videos, Andy. This one’s going on the bucket list!

[@itsonandy]

When your time comes to do it, it will be incredible! I'll never forget my first GNR!

[@Freddie_plays_fortnite]

Looked awesome well done, you didnt stop smilin, always a sign of a good race!

[@itsonandy]

Cheers Lara, it was honestly one of the best experiences of my life, can't fault it in any way. Loved it!

[@LC-br3xf]

I've just started running and this run is on my list, hopefully 2023. This video is great and hyped me up for next year.

[@itsonandy]

Good stuff LC, it's an incredible event! I'm entering the ballot again as I loved it so much.❤️

[@LC-br3xf]

@@itsonandy mYbe see you there. Csnt wait to see the video 👍

[@carolinedryden1027]

My son is doing this in a coupe of weeks he's done lots of 10ks and has done a couple of 15ks he's played football from tge age of 4 and goes to the gym so I'm sure he can do it Can't wait to cheer him on and give him support

[@willgatewood3854]

Great vlog Andy. It was my 1st GNR & I came from the U.S & it was definitely worth the trip. Good luck in the Amsterdam Marathon; next up for me is the NYC Marathon in November. Great community support for the GNR runners.

[@itsonandy]

That's amazing Will, I'm sure you had a brilliant weekend/trip. All the best in NYC, one I'd love to do one day! I hope it goes well for you, I'm sure it will 😎

[@justanoldfashionedrunner605]

great atmosphere, looked like a ton of fun, congrats for making the best experience out of the day in the sun

[@itsonandy]

Thank you so much - it was a real delight from start to finish, one I'll never forget!

[@JoeBucks]

60,000 people??? Jeez, looked insane Andy. Great run & seemed like it was a blast. Great time too!

[@itsonandy]

Yeah it was insane!! Difficult to convey the magnitude of the event on my little gopro as it was a huge festival. Really enjoyed it!

[@clairesmith5327]

Looked a great run to do , well done on your time . Love the energy and enthusiasm you give .

[@itsonandy]

Cheers Claire. Run, walk, crawl, dance, do what you want - that's the beauty of the GNR. It's a real festival of running 😎

[@rezzoh_hrts]

This energy is the reason I run. Great job 👏

[@itsonandy]

Thank you! Adrenaline 100% came from the buzz of the event - it was such a special race ❤️

[@GGCommunity]

Well captured, Andy! - Mack

[@itsonandy]

Cheers Mack, it was absolutely amazing!

[@briansmyth1502]

Great vid mate. I was so close to booking GNR but opted for the Big Half a couple of weeks ago. Although I am doing the Amsterdam Half! So maybe I'll catch up with you over there, I'll plan to spectate the marathon.

[@itsonandy]

That would be great to see you out there! Say hi or shout Oi Andy at me if you see me!👊🏻

[@mattclark9522]

Nice one - that's me behind you about 5min 40 - I stayed behind you by some distance looking at your finish time!!!! well done

[@itsonandy]

Fair play Matt, glad you were able to spot yourself! I was on a high I think and powered by ice pops and beer... thank you for watching and Im hoping your day was every bit as special as mine.❤️

[@ricd2821]

Looks amazing but so crowded you were constantly moving through a sea of people overtaking all the time, what a festival of running!

[@itsonandy]

It was amazing - honestly I didn't mind the crowds because the atmosphere was so good!

[@ChloeHamard]

Wow, I've never done a race with 60,000 runners. It must have been absolutely epic, everyone said this atmosphere was something else! Congrats on your race!

[@itsonandy]

It was ridiculous. Such a lovely distance too, half marathons are fast becoming my fave kind of race. Atmosphere was incredible and if you can, get your hat in the ring for next year!

[@Millennial_Mike]

Gives me goosebumps

[@jonathanbiss7297]

Andrew I ran the north run this year a took 7 mins off my previous PB running in 1:42:22 I can’t wait for next year

[@itsonandy]

Amazing work Jonathan 👏🏻 🙌🏻

[@denisjudd4350]

It's my local run I ran the first one in 81 and haven't missed a year yet 2022 was my 41st it's always like you showed it and you are right everyone should do the Great North Run at least once...see you again next year?

[@itsonandy]

Wow you've done every one? That's incredible well done 👏🏻 Yes I'll be heading up there next year for sure!

[@markstockwell7627]

Nice one Andy. A really great vlog showing how much you enjoyed the day. I've never run it and now I think I must, but not for a PB attempt as the course seemed crowded the whole way. You'll have to give my local Reading Half a try as that finishes in the football stadium.

[@itsonandy]

Id be very interested in Reading! What time of year is it usually?

[@markstockwell7627]

It's 2nd April 2023, which is the normal time of year and always about 3 or 4 weeks before the London marathon, so used as a warm up event by many runners. I've entered it again, as I run it most years.

[@itsonandy]

OK mate I'll add it to the maybe list - I haven't got much planned next year apart from Hampton Court place half in March which should be fun!

[@fatrunner]

This is deffo on my bucket list, looks great.

[@itsonandy]

It's phenomenal - I actually don't think this video does it anywhere near justice. You just have to totally embrace the GNR as its sooo crowded!

[@lizgreen2936]

So enthusiastic runner!!... I love all Yr shouting reminds me of me only I'm a 7minute km runner.. 😂🏃‍♀️Well done!... x

[@itsonandy]

Thansk Liz, Speed doesn't matter it's the enjoyment that does. ❤️

[@Allride_]

well done Andy! Plowing through the field. And what a race! I never heard of it before but 60k people?! Berlin, Germanys most famous, is only 45k!

[@itsonandy]

Honestly it was amazing. So many runners and supporters the atmosphere was electric!

[@beltingtokra]

How did you manage to sing and run? 🤣 having done the amended route last year this was my first OG GNR and I loved it, I've bought the membership so there hopefully might still be beer along the way by the time I get there next time! It was a super day, so much support, incredibly hot though!

[@itsonandy]

Yes it was a toasty one wasn't it - however I've heard some years it has been roasting! Absolutely loved it - and I'm still buzzing from it a week later! Incredible experience wasn't it ❤️

[@andyh9068]

watching you run this has inspired me to enter next years ballot, fingers crossed i get a place

[@itsonandy]

Keeping everything crossed for you! It's a race that you'll never forget.

[@jamessleat8651]

Great video Andy, Im hoping to be able to run this one day, im much nearer the great East run in Peterborough but the GNR looks better!!

[@itsonandy]

Fair play James, put your name in the hat for next year and see if you get in! It was 100% the best race I've ever done 😎🍺🏃🏻

[@andys121.]

Great video , pretty much sums up the GNR, shame the red arrows wasn't their in 2022.

[@itsonandy]

I'm really looking forward to seeing them this year! Will you be there?

[@andys121.]

@@itsonandy yes am their , I live right near the 5 mile marker , growing up all the we all watch & supported it , I love it , best supported run

[@danjames4086]

It really is a unique event. I've run it as a 'serious' run, and also dressed as a flower whilst recovering from concussion. My advice would be go for the fun option every time!

[@itsonandy]

Nice one Dan, it seemed to me that unless you start out at the front your energy is wasted so much on other things. Unbelievable day out!

[@Fizz_Runner]

Have to do it soon

[@itsonandy]

You deffo should 👊🏻

[@davidjuson5608]

That looked great fun. Fancy trying it myself. Shouldn't be too difficult to get hold of a Shearer era Saints' shirt to help me integrate. One concern: were there bananas? We saw the medal and shirt but getting the banana is the whole point, surely.

[@itsonandy]

You'd be like an adopted son up there with a shearer shirt up there. I actually can't remember. There may well have been, but I didn't see any!!!

[@chembleton]

ran my 16th run this year, never get bored of this event

[@itsonandy]

Wow 16th??? That's quite a collection of medals you must have. Well done 👊🏻

[@chembleton]

@@itsonandy it is thank you all modest times mind you, never quite cracked two hours but enjoy it all the same. Good video, thanks.

[@LifeWithScoliosis]

Great Vlog! Well done!

[@itsonandy]

Thank you! It was an amazing experience ❤️

[@bethanysavory]

I ran the GRN for the first time absolutely loved it 😀

[@itsonandy]

Same here Beth - incredible wasn't it ❤️

[@chrisjgill75]

Great video and amazing effort 👏. I wanted sub 1:50 but I faded after 10 miles and ended up with 1:53. But the experience was amazing and it doesn't matter about a PB. Nice New balance top. I need to find one like that

[@itsonandy]

Well done Chris, the 10 mile wall is brutal at a half marathon, well done for smashing through it. I got that jacket from TK Maxx so have a look you may find it! Picked it up for my cold winter runs which are coming quicker than I'd like.👍🏻

[@alisonsargeant7178]

Did it last year but didn’t like the new route, glad it’s back to South Shields. I didn’t get in this year but went up as my husband runs it every year 🏅I also ran in 10 years ago and didn’t find it that hilly, great video

[@itsonandy]

Thanks Alison, something tells me I'll be back as it was just an amazing experience. Thanks for watching ❤️

[@paulmassey2832]

Great video mate Must have just missed you by a couple of minutes

[@itsonandy]

Cheers Paul, I was white wave, at the front so set off about half hour after the gun. How'd you find it? Good experience?

[@paulmassey2832]

@@itsonandy getting to start was a problem Ran a sub 2 which 12 months ago I’d have been over the moon with but need to be running sub 1:55 to be on target for Valencia marathon in December Love the event - was my 18th GNR 😊

[@yellowfolder]

Looked like a fun race, but congested from beginning to end. Your time was good considering that fact. Did you start in a really far back/later wave?

[@itsonandy]

Yes it was very congested, the easiest part believe it or not was the first 1/2k. Would love a good crack at a PB uf I started much further on, but started 25 mins after the gun! Some people didn't cross the line until 1200, mass start was 1045!

[@craigward7691]

great vlog, remember seeing some of the guys in the vid......espcially the mankini guy

[@itsonandy]

He may have struggled with chaffing the day after 🔥 I guess we went off at a similar time!

[@craigward7691]

@@itsonandy 🤣🤣 mega chaffage I was in orange wave 3

[@andrewharper4296]

Hey. I know this video is a little old now, I managed to land a ballot place for this year. So looking forward to it. I’ve sold a kidney and have a hotel for the night. Lol. How do I get back to the start after the finish? Are there buses, or will I need to pay for a taxi back? I suppose I could book a hotel near the finish instead and do it that way round.

[@izzyw2708]

There are a lot of road closures on the day, best bet is the Metro from South Shields into one of the Newcastle stations depending on where you’re staying

[@andrewharper4296]

@@izzyw2708 Hiya, thanks for the information. I found the timetables and route maps for the Metro. Really useful, at least I know how I can get back now! :)

[@itsonandy]

Hi Andrew - last year we did the opposite and tried to leave South shields afterwards, it was carnage. Queues for public transport and on the roads. Depending on your finish time you may get lucky and beat the queues, but the best bet is the metro, its just a bit of a squeeze! Unless you fancy running another half marathon back to your hotel 🤣

[@kieronturner2667]

It looked awesome mate 😁 sooooo busy 😂

[@itsonandy]

Yeah you kind of have to embrace the community spirit, or else you'll just get wound up. I absolutely loved it, right up my street!

[@dbedrin16]

Well done Andy! Just curious, what time did you run? Looked very busy even at the end!

[@itsonandy]

Think I did 1:44 last year 👊🏻

[@marathontrainingwithivan]

Looks so amazing with all 60k people and the ending at the beach. That's also what I love so much! chill at the beach after a good run. Good job!

[@itsonandy]

That's a real good deal, chilling on the beach after the hard work, in the sun! Good times! So excited for Amsterdam now!!!

[@marathontrainingwithivan]

@@itsonandy I understand! You just got the experience of all the public. You want it again and you will get it! By the way, I will explore Amsterdam this weekend as well with 'the dam tot dam loop'!

[@Sofia-gk9sn]

My first time running it this year, I did it in 1:47 and I’m pretty proud with that considering it’s my first half marathon race!! Incredible atmosphere I had such a blast!!❤️

[@itsonandy]

That's a very fast debut time Sofia! Nice work - I'm glad to hear you enjoyed it and it went well for you 😎

[@sirsouping]

Im only 13 but as soon as i turn 16 im going to do it

[@JackHaughey-rq3io]

Are you in it for 2023?

[@itsonandy]

Yes I'm running it again! Can't wait. Will you be there?

[@JackHaughey-rq3io]

@@itsonandy Yes first time entering and won a ballot place. Always do Brighton half & full marathons so this should be another good one.

[@itsonandy]

Good work Jack. GNR is a different gravy, it's an amazing experience!

[@Fizz_Runner]

Too crowded for pb right?

[@itsonandy]

Yeah if you're in the middle or the back then it's very tough to run in a straight line!

[@sirsouping]

​@@itsonandy My dad said he was hardly running in the 2024 run due to how packed it was

[@MrCol104]

GNR is a bit of a ‘Marmite’ race. You either love it or hate it.

[@itsonandy]

I can see why some runners would not like it, proximity to others being one of the most common reasons! Also this race comes with a lot of hype, some will feel underwhelmed afterwards. But not many!

[@runningwithstephen]

Great vlog Andy !! What an awesome day and another very well executed day by the great run team. I done the great Scottish Run on the 2nd of October just there. What an exceptional day. Check out the vlog if you get a min. Well-done mate 👌 . Dropped you a sub and I can't wait to see more.

[@itsonandy]

Nice one Stephen, it was an electric atmosphere, Great Run certainly know what they're doing!👍🏻

[@skippyripley1239]

If you did a good week's work you wouldn't have the energy to run a marathon..Hadaway and shite man from Hetton le hole..🇬🇧

[@itsonandy]

Cheers Skippy 👍🏻

[@skippyripley1239]

@@itsonandy Best of luck for next year ✌

[@xxmorancxx]

Really enjoying your videos! @freddyruns sent me here 👍🏻

[@itsonandy]

Thanks for having a look! Freddy's a good lad!