Why Do You Run? Tommy Rivs

[@CraftSportswear]

Why do you run?

[@bigchungus8108]

gives me time to go and make myself better whilst also taking a step back to look over and review what i wanna do in the future

[@senior_java]

Biggest scam. Running is damaging your body because 99% doing it wrong, Walking or cycling is much less damaging.

[@rockybwall5137]

For the same reason Tommy mentioned

[@aliciamonger2920]

Cause it's the only thing I find meditating. To be at one with myself is somehow invigorating and cleansing.

[@utharkruna1116]

Id forgotten how to run. I started now in my early fifties. I can run now, like we are meant to. Feel the freedom and air. Life.

[@TheRealJavahead]

Tommy, knew of you, didn’t know about you. Man, you’re my new hero.

[@marthabarry4296]

I get asked why do I run often followed by you are thin, you don't need to. I think it's sad that some people think running or exercise of any type is only to lose weight. I just love it, I feel better, mentally, physically and emotionally...I do it for me alone. Sometimes I run alone, or with my dog or a running group but it's always just me running. It's really amazing that power of running that you are still drawn to it even with everything that you are going through. Truly inspiring

[@maxshuty]

Tommy changed my life a few years ago when I started running - I never thought I could be a “runner”, never ran more than a few football fields. With his training, mindset, and help I’ve now ran 10k’s

[@MACtheVILLAIN]

Same. Bought a treadmill after putting on 30 pounds after quarantine. Rivs brought me back and beyond.

[@jimmyo1231]

@@MACtheVILLAIN Remember the one run he talked about a history of cancer in his family? Shortly after I googled him and was shocked he had it. I'm glad he is doing well. He is my favorite trainer.

[@senior_java]

Biggest scam. Running is damaging your body because 99% doing it wrong, Walking or cycling is much less damaging.

[@freedomridersprobiking]

Living legend. Humble human

[@cbrashsorensen]

An inspiration for every single person who faces physical challenges - HUGE to SMALL. I hurt my neck and began "recovery" with Tommy on iFit. His "sharing" of his personal recovery and even addictions is inspiring and keeps me coming back and improving every single day. THIS is the kind of video that I would wish adolescents - male and female - could watch. Pass it on.

[@susannesteinhusen7876]

The way you show up in the world gives me so much hope und trust.

[@joshuatoledo8844]

Craftsportwear thank you for supporting Tommy.

[@earthquakemagoon2505]

Thank you CRAFT for showing this awesome video of our dear friend and brother.. Tommy Rives!! Skal!

[@leewinter28]

Tommy, you are responsible for so much inspiration. When my legs and lungs are tired and I’m ready to stop at mile 10, 12 or 20, I think of you often and I’m always able to push on. Thank you for all the knowledge and motivation!

[@paulpurves484]

What an inspirational man.

[@rxonmymind8362]

Wow. What an inspiration. I lost cartilage in both my knees. While I can't truly run (by most people's definition) I DO shuffle along after five long years of rehab. Five years in and just now, today ,have been able to shuffle on a dirt road. No more tri/biathlon pace like I used to but I refuse to believe one can't come back somewhat and be active even without knee cartilage. Doing treadmills walking and today hit 4.2 mph on my "run" outside for 1/2 mile. I thank God for giving me strength and endurance to persevere. Next up 1 mile. Then 2...🙏

[@janemf]

“When somebody asks, ‘why do you run?’ It’s usually someone who doesn’t run.” Truer words. Thank you.

[@Sam-yj7wq]

just stumbled upon the video. Doesn't know the guy but share a lot of what he says about running. Long runs are for meeting with the soul, stripping all the lies away, being with the true self and really know how much you can endure. It's also very relaxing and calm. It's really a weird state when you get closer to the half marathon mark. It can be addictive at times. stay strong man.

[@ricardopena8600]

I suffered a stroke at 30 years old earlier this year in April, and it left me with partial vision loss. I thought my whole world was gonna be over with my career gone and stress and anxiety of how I will provide for my family. I feel like now that I’ve gone through counseling and having a ridicolously strong emotional system and the fact that this stroke has put me on a more disciplined and more active lifestyle working out. As wrong as it feels to say that I wonder how I would be if I didn’t get that stroke. I feel more determined now to fight then I ever have before because I don’t know if I’ll suffer another worse one or what. But I’m happy and my family is happy

[@keegangold9765]

I love Rivs! I ran this marathon with him on iFit. The support throughout the race had me bawling. Now, I'm reading his wife's book. It just adds even more awe to everything he (and she) have accomplished. What beautiful people.

[@tombaron5607]

I had testicular cancer back in 2019. 3 rounds of chemo with bleomycin which is well known for being super toxic to the lungs causing fibrosis. I used to not be able to run 100 meters. Now I run 5k 4 times a week. We can overcome

[@bananadude9642]

Tommy…. You’re the greatest!!!

[@patrickcarroll334]

Tommy, Have followed your story over the last few years and never thought it would be so applicable to my own. Last week i started 12 month of "cemo" treatment for stage 3 Melanoma. My goals for the future have changed. I have focused on my health, being present and continuing to RUN. Keep the faith brother. 🧡🖤🧡

[@thedolenorway]

Best wishes for your recovery!

[@danterrarun]

Tommy is a very lovely human being! Thank you for letting us watch you blossom once again! 💚

[@jordans1712]

Being resilient is our greatest attribute. Live like Tommy

[@cbkhello]

tommy is my idol. I admire his perspective on life, running with his boston marathon ifit course made me tear up so much because of his impact on the sport and on ordinary people. Thank you so much tommy for being you.

[@Cuca138]

Tommy is such a cool dude.

[@legendsofmyself]

2:59... I think every runner understands what he's saying. It's not really a question to be asking. It's just what it is & we're privileged to be able to experience. Amazing story of resilience & great spirit

[@tessav4487]

this is very motivational to see, I also (due to covid complications) now have to run much differently than I used to. But I CAN still run. And that, that is what I have to remember. Thank you for sharing Tommy! I have been really looking for more stories of people still running even though its no longer about chasing times and PRs.

[@genevievelaliberte5497]

My upmost respect. Love and courage your way my friend

[@josephcarter6100]

Rivers is the longest intern I’ve ever had (long story). And most importantly, the only one who became my hero… love you my friend

[@zeroh_chill2966]

ABSOLUTE LEGEND!!

[@Chrisagnew1988]

Good on you sir. Keep on keeping on 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@derekhoo2499]

Keep on running sir!!

[@pete801]

Imcredible human being. The grit and rhe determination he showed to be an elite runner is still there. in a heart breaking context

[@richardgmale2913]

I ran this with tommy on ifit (all 5 hours in one sitting) and it was life changing experience. #nottoday #youarenevertoolatetobecomethepersonyouwerementtobe!

[@Mochicologo65]

Philosopher/running guru, and wonderful human being . . . no matter how fast or slow

[@vasconunes5757]

Such an inspiration 😉 big hug from Sintra Lisboa Portugal 👌

[@TheValonquar]

Ive visisted Sintra. Truly breathtaking place. Much love.

[@ene1818]

More like Tommy “Revs.” Dude is a machine that just don’t quit. Wishing you the best, Sir!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@Ryanphotos1]

What a beautiful human being! 🙏💪

[@cape1981]

Tommy is love. TEAMRIVS. Eyes up. Stout heart. Lets Rage.

[@joachimjohansson8774]

Tommy a true legend! Such an inspiration!!!

[@neelymorrison7544]

I run because it makes me feel unstoppable.

[@raya8633]

Bad ass, my wife is a survivor I learned that we must fight & keep going forward!!!

[@lucaallison1487]

First time coming across Tommy. As a passionate runner myself this video has brought a tear to my eye! What a truly inspiring human being

[@mohitbhat22]

Never ‘felt’ a video more than this one.

[@MK-un7sq]

4:53 finish time, with 75% less lung capacity!! Extraordinary feat! 👏👏👏

[@MSPAMELA1976]

Tommy you are an inspiration to us all

[@Running111]

What a fighter!💪 Such an ispiration..👏

[@Kelly_Ben]

Tommy Rivs is such a huge inspiration. Like many, I discovered him on IFit, and have learned so much about history, geology, cultures, and physiology from him while banging out the miles. He's a student of life, and a teacher to so many. Wishing him many more years of running and a long, happy, healthier life!

[@BurtmannNautique]

Thanks Craft and thanks Tommy. You are a true inspiration and a great human.

[@ХолодВселенной]

How old is he?

[@michaelmackenzie2569]

Long may you run Tommy. ❤

[@rvshankar]

Loads of love and respect ❤❤..you are so awesomely inspiring!!! Respect, respect, respect!!!

[@melaniebailey7210]

One of the most incredible human beings on the planet 🌎 So humble, yet so so strong. And Craft’s continued sponsorship of Tommy has exponentially increased my respect for their brand.

[@vbaez2710]

You are my inspiration to keep moving. Thank you for making my life better and teaching me that I can do it. Having Multiple Sclerosis has slowed me down but your training has taught me that I can continue moving, 💕.

[@JamesArthurKayak]

Craft is doing good work. Excited to try a pair. Arlen being sponsored makes me wanna give them a shot

[@L337one]

RAGE ON, Tommy ❤

[@jenncreamer5605]

I’m so thankful for Tommy and his training.

[@chadbrown5929]

This is just beautiful as a runner I feel all of this from tommy ❤️

[@Jonnyvonwallstrom]

❤❤❤❤ Tommy

[@javiwalk]

Wow is really awesome 👍 God bless you man

[@Lukas-bg4yn]

This video made me go out and run 25km - about as much as I could handle. I haven't been running much due to chronic health issues killing my mood but this video hit the right nerve.

[@BamsBangers]

Gosh so powerful!!! Rage On Tommy!!! Suffering my own health issues right now, about a year after joining IFIT and running with Tommy, I developed AFIB and now I am getting better even thou I still have AFIB - I am not running as now my own toes are suffering with pain due to arthritis and also swelling in my feet from the heart condition. I am not giving up, I now swim everyday for 2hrs. I just had to adapt to my body and keep pushing forward in a different direction of fitness and overall life style. Hopefully after maybe a successful heart cardioversion or possible another ablation I'll be on the running track again. So right now I am more horizontal in the pool Tommy hahaha hope to be one day more vertical but I am still here fighting on!

[@michaelbell8741]

Teared up a bit on this one. Love seeing your journey of your new potential and keep inspiring everyone out here

[@iampaul8159]

GOAT eres lo mejor en todos los aspectos. Que buena energía tienes

[@garyarbuthnot8142]

Truly inspiring

[@hagosmesgoun7195]

That was in the most beautiful ways why we like to run 🖤🏁😎

[@joshuatoledo8844]

Respect!

[@FowlMood]

Add me to the list of people who have been personally impacted by the instruction of Tommy Rivs. I've never met the guy, but he's probably the best coach I've ever had after a lifetime of athletics.

[@mrtanica]

I like these comments sections on running. Everyone is so positive and full of good energy, it’s inspiring to see everyone here talking about their personal “journey” god bless you all 🙏🏻

[@dg2274]

Love this guy. From listening to Rivs on the Rich Roll podcast, Rivs has become an inspiration for me. Sadly my mental health has absolutely done me in these last few months and I stopped running but Rivs will be the inspiration I need when it’s time to go again. Thanks, Tommy.

[@julienarrijs]

Thanks for this Brother! God bless ❤

[@Blacknight200]

As a hybrid athlete I have to say ive been running for years (15-16 yrs) and im just not made for it but still do the best i can. However im always curious to find out other people’s reasons as im still searching for mine after all these years.

[@louisb72]

Good LIFE!!!!

[@86keen]

Found out about Tommy on my ifit program. What an amazing human being

[@dealingMasculanity]

Since last November I got a job and I put on nearly 10 kgs of weight in span of 5 month and I was going out of breath by just walking around so last month I left my job as I was having my exams and decided to run now its been 28 days I have lost 4 kgs and can straight run upto 3 kms and I also aim everyday to complete 7 kms in morning with intervals like walking between runs. My resting heart rate has also dropped from 75 to 60 bpm

[@BenWinney]

Badass thumbnail

[@adamschmehl]

😭❤️👏👏👏

[@keneticchannel]

Despite his time, I'm convinced that he won the Boston Marathon.

[@dostuffiguess]

🖤

[@robertsantamaria2001]

I run to feel fit and healthy. I run because I love being outdoors. I run because I like feeling like an athlete. I run because it feels like you can do anything. I run to be free. I run to be with friends. I run because I like the challenge and have a competitive fire. Lastly, I run for fun.

[@geromemanicia3809]

I wanna fly cuz im a frikking bird baby

[@donleonhart274]

For the life of me--- can NOT find the words!!!!

[@Pontuspalsson]

🖤🖤🖤

[@abrightp]

I run because I run.

[@nathaliarodriguez7096]

❤

[@haikeaintiaani9183]

When i stpped running i ihad most mental broblems and stuff then i started again feeling much mu h better i had 11 years break

[@tybo09]

More badass, less candy ass. Love this dude so much.

[@ХолодВселенной]

How old is he?

[@adriansolis3211]

How’s tommy now?

[@richardmiddleton7770]

I run because I'm rubbish at it and I hate it! I mean who would want to run if they didn't have to?! It's a head game. It's you against you!

[@Kelly_Ben]

Many people actually ENJOY it! Maybe switch it up? If you're doing short and fast, try long and slower. If you're on roads, try trails. You just might not be doing the type of running that you're best at and will enjoy the most. Best wishes!

[@bc3f4a]

"Why are you running?"

[@montesa9136]

Distance running has to be the single worst thing you can do to your body! Our bodies are not meant to withstand that constant pounding! You would healthier smoking or drinking than distance running! Exercise is crucial for good health but "MODERATION" is the key

[@Kelly_Ben]

Studies/ sources?

[@torinoherrera]

Run but don't get dead.

[@7bimbim]

Why are you running?

[@briandub2]

❤

[@npyle4]

❤

[@blkaraoke]

❤

[@linahome1417]

❤