We SURVIVED!!! 2022 NYC Marathon

A legendary race during one of its hottest years has made for a New York City Marathon to remember. Here's a look at race through the eyes of a non-elite, completely regular runner (who started in wave 4). A truly challenging but also moving experience that everyone should try once.
A special thanks to everyone captured in this video including Chris, Vivian, Leona, Jen, Jenny, Antonio and more. If you see someone you know, please pass this video along to them!

[@KoriRuns]

If you're wondering, you can see last year's video here ➡kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHPLh6aggcqeqaM ⬅

[@scotty1418]

This is like if Bob Costas narrated his own marathon run ❤

[@KoriRuns]

😂😂😂

[@erics7226]

Bob's got nothing on Kori!

[@AnthonyQuintano]

Seriously Not only is it well narrated but the editing is perfect. Amazing how you can run a marathon and produce such a compelling video at the same time. Bravo! I hope to do something similar as I'm preparing to run my first-ever marathon in NYC this November. Thank you for the inspiration! I hope it's not hot or humid this time around.

[@juliangarcia-miro8800]

Great video, Kori! Truly portrays the absolute carnage out there. This was my first marathon and I can assure you, NYC 2022 has built a whole new generation of runners… runners whose hearts were broken but turned them into fearless athletes prepared for whatever’s in front from now on.

[@KoriRuns]

Absolutely! What doesn't kill you makes you stronger!!!! 💪🏾

[@minji177]

WOW. A beautifully and authentically narrated documentation of the world's biggest [and best] marathon! Congratulations, we finished another NYC Marathon!

[@KoriRuns]

Another amazing race for sure!!! Congrats on your finish!

[@jennygalvan6952]

Aww Kori!! I got emotional watching this! Brought back so many memories from last year’s marathon! Congratulations on your amazing race! Despite the challenges you faced, you finished at an extraordinary time but most importantly, healthy and strong. I’m so glad I was able to cheer you on at Mile 19! 🥳

[@KoriRuns]

THANK YOU, JENNY!!! It was so great seeing you and the DRC crew! Such an awesome day!

[@dekafinnated3530]

This was emotional for me as well and very inspirational. Congratulations Kori! Superb storytelling.

[@ericchandonnet7281]

Great video! I had 'allergies' big time at the finish too!

[@KoriRuns]

Funny how that happens 😂 Thanks for watching!

[@RussRunning]

Love this. Not half as good as yours, but I just posted a video with my experience which was very similar to yours - I struggled at the same point, walked the same sections, suffered my way through the last few miles, and loved every single moment of it.

[@KoriRuns]

It's a magical event!

[@mjaybash26]

At least you finished while it was daylight. Nice video

[@KoriRuns]

Trust me, I've had my share of late finishes! Thanks for watching!

[@leonaleewong]

this is soooo good, kori!! i got emotional with you. loved sharing some of the course with you and to have met you during this very memorable weekend!!

[@LuisBecerra79]

I was wondering if you have run together. When I started live tracking on the app he was a bit in front of you and then you passed him on end. Congrats for finishing 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@KoriRuns]

Leona, it was so great meeting you and seeing you on the course!!!!

[@jeffymoen]

Thanks for the great video. At 71, I'm training for my 8th NYC Marathon. Appreciate the honest show of emotion. Been there. What's helped me stumble through my 41 marathons is "the miracle isn't that I finished. The miracle is that I had the courage to start." Thanks for the inspiration.

[@timlaporte5231]

Kori, thanks for the vicarious thrill of being in the NYC Marathon. You do it so well.

[@KoriRuns]

Appreciate that, Tim!

[@booboogirl43]

I was emotional watching this video, I know the feeling well, I too had the pleasure to run this historical event. You are a true Marathoner 🏃‍♂️ no matter the weather you did it!!!!

[@KoriRuns]

Really appreciate that, Nereida!

[@seeleftyrun]

Great recap, Kori! Congrats on your finish in way less than ideal conditions. Nothing worse than humidity & heat. Those are the medals we really earn. Fun to see the course again. I’ve forgotten so much of it since 2006. Nothing beats seeing family at a mile marker.

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks, Tiffany! It really is unlike anything else. Maybe it's time to give NYC another go?

[@seeleftyrun]

@@KoriRuns I’ve actually been thinking about it. Such a great race! It’s impossible not to have fun.

[@macau.friend]

Congrats on completing the race! My first ever half marathon was in Singapore, and I was so under prepared that I almost blacked out after crossing the finish line, but the race will always have a special place in my heart. I think Ben Parkes said it best when you interviewed him: Take our running seriously but don’t lose sleep over it. PR is not the reason we got into running. Cheers!

[@KoriRuns]

Agreed! It's great advice!

[@seikodude]

One of your best videos Kori! Not because you got some of us on the video 🤣 It was a tough day but the spectators helped big time! You may have not gotten your goal but you crossed the finish the in one piece! Congrats on your marathon! 🙌🏼 Time to work on 2023! 💪🏼💪🏼😬

[@KoriRuns]

Absolutely, Chris! Also congrats on your course PB!

[@seikodude]

Thanks @@KoriRuns 🙌🏼

[@ABucc]

Congratulations Kori on your marathon. 👏 You finished strong💪You did a good job at staying positive and keeping up at it. I knew you would do fine.

[@KoriRuns]

They say 'any landing you can walk away from is a good one'. I think maybe they should make a similar saying about marathons lol. Thanks for the support!

[@ABucc]

@@KoriRuns Always Kori. Keep up the good work.

[@erickbasilio5495]

Thanks for sharing, Kori! I ran the marathon also. I trained well, but was met by adversity with the heat, humidity and severe cramps. I thought I was alone in feeling overwhelmed by such a diverse range of emotions (excitement, joy, pain, disappointment, relief, gratitude...to name few). Glad to know there's a broad array of participants that can empathize with one another on the amazing, yet brutal experience. Cheers!

[@KoriRuns]

Congrats, Erick! We did it 🎉🎉🎉!!!!

[@antonioq3607]

I enjoyed sharing the pavement with you Kori. I am proud of us and everyone out there giving it their all

[@KoriRuns]

I'm sure we'll be sharing it again soon!!!! Nice work out there!

[@jayhov555]

Great job Kori and thank you for the video. It was my first marathon and definitely tough conditions.. but the emotions and the crowds were amazing! My wife ironed my name on my shirt and it was perfect! Congratulations again! 🎉

[@KoriRuns]

Ironing on the name... why didn't I think of that 🤣. Glad you enjoyed the race!

[@TheEmaher09]

Been waiting all week for your marathon video! 👏👏 Love that shout-out! You captured everything about the marathon beautifully, and I got choked up watching this! Congrats on another marathon! And looking forward to seeing your upcoming training vids and new goals!

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks Erin! It's such a powerful experience, which you now know personally. I'm SO HAPPY for you!!! Can't wait to see what you tackle next!

[@nickchung6512]

I started running 1.5 years ago. I'll be running my first half marathon in May. I'll be real happy with a sub 2 hour finish. Your videos are inspiring not to mention very well edited. Well done on your marathon. Keep going!

[@irisjacobs6230]

Great video, Kori! It was so cool seeing Jenny from last year❤. Congratulation on finish strong and healthy!

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks, Iris!

[@WanDingDang]

I am going to run the NYC marathon next year! This is so inspirational! You are truly amazing! Congratulations!

[@KoriRuns]

I'm THRILLED that I could give you some inspiration! It's such an amazing race!

[@themanorruns]

This was amazing to watch, saw last year's while in the YT wormholes that eventually led to me running my first marathon in New York this year. I was even further in the back in wave 5 finishing just over 6 hours (I did a full GoPro record of it uploaded here if you feel like reliving the day with a night time finish), but this felt emotional getting the full circle moment of watching this year's edition of your run. Congratulations Kori!

[@KoriRuns]

Congrats to you!!! You're officially a MARATHONER!!!!

[@andrewkim_47]

Just found your page - love the editing and story telling, I'm on my second marathon journey and maybe a youtube journey - keep inspiring!

[@KoriRuns]

Both journeys can be difficult but also rewarding!!!! Thanks for watching!

[@markfairbairn1769]

You did it! Congratulations Marathoner!

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks!!!!

[@charmiansteven6208]

Brilliant Kori! Congratulations and thank you for the lovely video 🎉

[@KoriRuns]

Really glad you enjoyed it!

[@ThomasLaang]

Well done Kori. If I ever run a Marathon it has to be the New York one.

[@KoriRuns]

For sure! It's a blast!

[@DWNY358]

What a beautiful retrospective!

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks, Carl!

[@TheOldUltraRunner]

Great video, Kori!! I loved following your race and how you told the story. Congratulations!!!!

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks, Jay!

[@christineodonnell3105]

Aw, thank you for capturing the day, Kori! And what a day it was - the heat, the course, but mostly the fans who came out and stayed out to cheer us all home! I've never experienced crowd support like that before and I also got hit with 'allergies' a few times during the run. Wonderful video and congrats on finishing a tough course on a tough day!

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks, Christine! Congrats to you as well -- a NYC Marathon FINISHER 🎉🎉🎉 !!!!

[@matthewherold]

Congratulations, Kori! This year was definitely a tough one, but you were able to push through. The New York City Marathon is such a special day and you did a great job conveying that.

[@KoriRuns]

Appreciate that, Matt!

[@estherd5391]

Congratulations on finishing your race and job well done. 👍🏾 Thank you for sharing your experience. I plan on running the marathon in 2 years. You're an inspiration. Thank you again.

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks, Esther! I'm thrilled to be able to inspire anyone!

[@RunLikeHeller]

Love this video! Made me emotional. Congrats Kori! Also, your tracking voice is 👌🏼

[@KoriRuns]

Wow really appreciate that, Emily! Thank you!!!

[@jwuertz7101]

Congrats! The weather made the day tough. I loved the boost you got from your family and the gal from last year at mile 19! ❤💕

[@KoriRuns]

Tough but still so much fun! Thanks for much!

[@gringito84]

Congrats Kori! Thanks for the inspirational video 👍🏼Looking forward to running my first marathon in January.

[@KoriRuns]

Good luck! You've got this!

[@danielmagana5125]

Thank you for sharing I will do mi first Marathon this 2024 I can’t wait be there.

[@jaycoane6127]

As you said, it is all about the journey, not the finish. Great job on a most challenging day. Loved your name tape falling off, as it was something I thought I would do : not. 🤣 Thanks for an inspiring video.

[@KoriRuns]

What's so funny is that's the exact same tape I used successfully last year. The only difference? This year I was drenched in sweat which didn't factor into my calculations 😂

[@jaycoane6127]

@@KoriRuns Well as long as the nipple guard tape stays on we're ok🤣

[@SalG262]

Great representation of the day man!! Love your channel. Sunday was my first NYC and my first marathon!! It was one of the best days of my entire life!! Your video before the marathon really helped me strategize my warm weather approach to the race too. Thank you for taking the time to make these videos! As a fellow New Yorker maybe one day we will share a run together.

[@KoriRuns]

It really is such an amazing event! Glad you enjoyed it and thrilled if I could have helped in any way!

[@noelmarkham]

Fantastic video Kori, really captured the emotion. I ran too, I think we were near each other - I crossed the finish line and before I knew it I was sobbing like never before. What a day! We met briefly at the Kofuzi shakeout on Friday, was nice to meet you.

[@KoriRuns]

It was great meeting you too! This race really is something else!

[@sebastienbrochard9812]

Wooow, you make everyone's races count! Great video! I got dehydrated too during your video Man! 😭 Happens to me every long event i do! Usually a sign i've given it all! 🎉❤

[@justanoldfashionedrunner605]

congratulations for getting it done again

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks!!!

[@AlisonWilliamsMorris]

Congratulations Kori!!!!!! You are amazing!

[@KoriRuns]

Awwww! Thanks, Alison!

[@DP-sh3nk]

I love it! Amazing video funny, vulnerable, authentic. I running my first Marathon in 2023 (Boston Charity bib) and am so excited!

[@KoriRuns]

Good luck! I'd love to run Boston one day... we'll see!

[@DP-sh3nk]

@@KoriRuns I really hope you do! Come film this year. It's close to New York and with Kipchoge being there it's going to be crazy.

[@finn_english]

Great job man! So inspiring to see that the emphasis doesn't have to be on numbers, but about enjoying the experience. I'm going to bring that attitude to my first marathon next month, as my knee issues are looking like I won't hit my A or B goals, but that won't stop me from enjoying it =]

[@KoriRuns]

Absolutely! There is a bit of freedom that comes from not being totally obsessed with time.

[@RodrigoLupatini]

Wow, man... thanks! I really need to see this.

[@KoriRuns]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@seekad449]

Congratulations Kori! The emotions man ❤️ This video makes me excited on my very first marathon next year in January. 🙏🏾

[@KoriRuns]

Good luck!!!!

[@MyFavoriteBrunette]

Pix11 in da house!!!! Absolutely loved that you got a shoutout on the course! And you found Antonio!!!!!! He’s the best! Fantastic recap and a lot of grit to finish this marathon! We were all heroes to be out there that day!

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks, Vivian!!! It was tough but we made it happen. Especially you! You did amazing out there despite the heat!

[@bev9708]

So many doubts YES, just terrified actually, often for weeks or even months beforehand, but I just love love love that feeling that I'm gonna finish it nooooo matter WHAT!!! Finishing is not in doubt, getting it done is a deep knowing without any doubts whatsoever, it's an awesome feeling!!!! I loved how your name fell off Kori, from your sweat, such a wonderful symbol of your wonderful effort!! Big big big CONGRATULATIONS on an awesome marathon run!!!! BRAVO!!!!! 🎉💪🏾🏃🏾‍♂🏅💪🏾🎉

[@KoriRuns]

THANK YOU!!! It was a great experience!

[@bev9708]

@@KoriRuns I'm sure you're still basking in the glow!!!! 😁 ENJOY!!!

[@lukemaier182]

Hey Kori! It's 1am Dec 4th. Game day, Race Day is here. Half Marathon, San Antonio Rock and Roll Marathon!! I've been asleep since 8:30pm, and my alarm goes off in 90 minutes to start the match on my whole day. Just went to the restroom, now it's time for more sleep. But, I needed to contact my friend the only way I know how. Kori ... I've been shocked how the last two weeks of my life has gone. Thanksgiving through my world for a loop. My tapper was a disaster of inactivity. I've done some running and physical activity, but not a lot. I am fresh, but I lack a confidence that only a clear plan and consistency provides. I haven't had that the past two weeks. I didn't fight for it either. Now it's Race Day. Half marathon, goal is to run faster than 1:59:57 on a course I've never run, and to get as close to 1:55:00 as I can. The utimate ideal is faster than 1:55:00. But that is gravy, not the meal. Last time I was in this situation, I did a PB of 57:56 on a 10 km course after losing 5 weeks of training in a 7 week period due to injury and COVID. Went out WAY too fast to start that run, was almost completely cooked by the end. That was almost 11 months ago. Can't believe how much running I've done since then. I mainly wanted to say, Thank you! You will be with me on this run. Your channel has been great company as I've been running my own journey. Appreciate you!! Will tell you how everything goes later today. Start time is 7am, and a world of activity will happen between now and then. Talk again soon!!

[@KoriRuns]

You crushed it!!!

[@kevinscott4938]

Great video, amazing editing! Just like the great Kofuzi, you captured the atmosphere that the NYC marathon brought!!!

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks! I really appreciate that, Kevin!

[@dinicti]

Great job, congrats and enjoy your recovery!

[@KoriRuns]

Thank you!

[@jaydwilliams]

Damn, this is good, it makes me want to start running again.

[@neilkearney6822]

Great video. One word for last Sunday: Brutal. My PR dreams fell off of the Verrazano. Your video speaks for many of us who ran ( and walked quite a bit after the QB). But we finished!!! Congratulations for that. That is pretty badass on a day like Last Sunday when many did not.

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks, Neil! We got it DONE!

[@jmanonmakes]

Great video. Congratulations!

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks!

[@Dannyner6]

fantastic stuff Kori! excellent commentary and insights. loved seeing you get recognised by some of your news viewers too! how cool. i’ve cried near the end of every race i’ve done so far, the immense pride i feel in myself from months of hard work all culminating in this one moment of success is a feeling i’ll never forget. since my first race, i’ve trained for that feeling once more.

[@KoriRuns]

It really is a great feeling to spend months working up to a race and then going out and doing it!

[@HappyPotter24]

Beautiful Kori!! Thanks for taking us on the ride with you 🎉

[@KoriRuns]

I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@mphochuene9766]

I would love to run New York. Love the energy

[@KoriRuns]

It's an amazing race!

[@CitroenC2R2413]

I gave 6 months of my life running 270km per month to train for my first ever NYC Marathon in 2022 with a goal time of sub 3:30… it was over as soon as I crossed the VNB. You can’t describe what that humidity and heat was like. The people in the Burroughs were incredible, handing out ICE cold water and kitchen towels to try wipe the sweat out of your eyes… if there is one thing I have taken away from NYC Marathon ( other than total disappointment) it’s the PEOPLE make this race, their kindness and support was something else.. thank you PEOPLE of NYC 🇺🇸 .. great video 👏 (my time was 3:48 incase anyone cares lol)

[@edmundocuellar4009]

you are a warrior kori!

[@KoriRuns]

Appreciate that, Edmundo!

[@TheKobaltBlue]

Congratulations 🎉 🎉🎉

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks!

[@takeitezzy]

Needed this for motivation. Thank you.

[@aantonio4985]

Great video!!! Congratulations! I ran it last year as well and I have the same emotions as you.

[@kuraimakumbe3762]

🎉🎉 well done Kori, very proud of you!

[@KoriRuns]

Appreciate that! Thank you!

[@DanKrak718]

Dude, you're an inspiration. Keep it up, and I'll be there next year!

[@KoriRuns]

Thrilled to hear that, Daniel! You're going to have a blast!

[@peps3149]

Amazing play by play !!! 🎉👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks! I really appreciate that!

[@peps3149]

@@KoriRuns it’s me Carlos 😅 we all ate at Flame diner . 🎉🎉

[@KoriRuns]

@@peps3149 In that case, the next Heineken in on me 🤣🤣🤣

[@peps3149]

😅

[@peps3149]

🍻

[@MrJSyer]

Beautiful. Congrats!

[@q4short]

Congrats buddy! Loved it

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks, man!

[@DownHillCol]

Hats off to you Kori! Another great run 👍 I would not have coped well in that heat and humidity 🙈 I look forward to seeing your next big adventure.

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks man! Are you keeping up with your tib raises?!

[@DownHillCol]

@@KoriRuns LOL I’m not doing to bad cheers Kori. Your vids have inspired me to do at least one official race each month next year. Starting with 5K and ramping up to something a bit bigger later in the year depending on my progress 👍

[@greenspaghetti9235]

Awesome job on the marathon, Kori!! And great video too!

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks! I appreciate it!

[@trevstow]

Well done for finishing Kori. Great video. It was my first NYC Marathon and I found it tough also. The support from the spectators was the best I’ve experienced though. I watched your previous video about managing expectations during the warmer weather which helped too. I hope you celebrated well 👏🏻🥇

[@KoriRuns]

Glad I could help and thrilled you enjoyed the race! Definitely enjoyed a good steak afterwards!

[@matt_adelaide]

Awesome video! Thank you

[@allwork1980]

Congrats!!💯🌎

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks!

[@WildKatjaytroy]

This video was amazing 🙌🏽

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks, man!

[@GillFisherRunningMySpace]

Wow, congratulations Kori🏅💪💪💪This was so inspiring! The crowd, the atmosphere, the challenge! Yay!

[@KoriRuns]

It's the best! So much fun!

[@thomasbuchta7906]

Great video! Saw you at the village ;-)

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks, Thomas!! You should have said hi!

[@TravelRunner]

Nice job, Kori! I was looking for you on Sunday but didn't know your bib# or last name, so I couldn't find you on the tracking app. The race atmosphere is great, hopefully I see you next year (if my application gets accepted!).

[@KoriRuns]

My fingers are crossed for you!!!

[@JessicaHarringtonTV]

I stumbled across your video (because I’ve been binging all the NYC Marathon recap videos) and said to myself, ‘Wow, he should be a storyteller.’ 😂 I had no idea you already are one! Loved this video and can relate to the self doubt that switches to tears of joy and pride somewhere along the way. Congratulations on your finish! If you don’t mind, what you film with? I’ve been testing a selfie stick with my phone and it’s a little shaky.

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks so much for the compliment, Jessica! I film with a GoPro as the stabilization is pretty impressive.

[@brenburke4789]

Well done 👍 amazing effort 👌

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks!

[@steijn527]

Love your video’s❤

[@KoriRuns]

Appreciate that!

[@G_Liwag]

This wasnt a marathon to PR, but just to finish was enough for me and a lot of others

[@KoriRuns]

Me too! Thanks for watching!

[@livb335]

Congrats! Where did you get the number of people started? It doesn’t seem accurate. NYRR actually refuses to release the actual number, probably due to the large number of DNFs. But they themselves say it was 50+k and if you noticed on the course, bib numbers went up to 60+k.

[@KoriRuns]

Both numbers came directly from NYRR. I initially tried to get information on the number of runners needing medical attention on the course, which they would not reveal. They did provide the start and finish numbers when I asked. They say the rate (around 98%) is consistent with other years.

[@votolatodiaries]

Amazing, I did the NYC 2013 Marathon and I miss it so much! Nothing beats the crowd support! I just ran the Malibu half marathon with my husband (his first race - he only started running during covid) and I really want him to tackle NYC next. We vlogged about his insane successful first half marathon and his tips. It's on our channel if anyone wants to watch!

[@dangmatic]

Awesome vid. What was your time ?

[@KoriRuns]

It was 5:12 or 5:13. Slower than I planned but still my 2nd fastest marathon.

[@DaveBsellsChevy]

Nice video 👍

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks!

[@RunnerWil]

For the weather that weekend nothing was too conservative lol Great job gutting it out.

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks! And it was great running with you at the shakeout!

[@RunnerWil]

@@KoriRuns likewise Kori.. It's always good meeting good down to earth people.

[@therunophil]

well done!

[@KoriRuns]

Thanks!

[@breadsandwich1270]

🏆🏆🏆🏆

[@KoriRuns]

💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@CatherineWilliams-mz3ps]

The video content is fantastic and it motivates me. Do you accept cooperation and how can I contact you? Looking forward to your reply and message