WHY I LOVE RUNNING

In today's video I take on a huge 18 mile run in preparation for the Chicago marathon. What started out as being my most dreaded run of the summer, ended up being the most incredible run I've done. Running is a constant up and down rollercoaster. It's symbolic of life in a lot of ways. If you just keep going, things will get better.
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[@nico.felich]

Why do you run?

[@noahtheisen-ft6kz]

I just really like the feeling of accomplishment that you have after a long run.

[@kevinfk07]

to eat whatever i want

[@Grayson_111]

Its a form of meditation for me and gives me time to think

[@cars92dtb]

Started to overcome my gambling addiction. 20 months later, I am aiming for a sub 3 hour marathon like you. I continue for the challenge but most of all the strength you can draw from being a runner is like nothing else, ever. ALSO - science in sport (SIS) gels, specifically the pineapple flavour, may help you.

[@raulrios9509]

Hey @nico.felich I live in the West valley here in Phoenix, I like to run because I feel

[@flowgoestheuniverse]

I’ve always noticed on my long runs that the first couple miles are often the hardest because you need to get your mind and body in sync with the pace that you want. My friends and family don’t believe me when I say that mile 5 is when I really start to feel good on my long runs

[@fighterinmkiwiscience3517]

True, people who run , can understand easily

[@BobJimmy-ql3fw]

It’s called runners high

[@TrismegistusH]

@@BobJimmy-ql3fwno. There’s a difference between runners high and being warmed up

[@TrismegistusH]

I feel the same except after like 3 miles I start to deteriorate like a sack of potatoes

[@petergianakopoulos4926]

@@TrismegistusH I believe you

[@nathanialwatson39]

your channel has helped me go from a guy that hated running in any sport i did to now the top freshman runner at my high school

[@nico.felich]

Let’s go!!!! That means everything to me!

[@lucasboyd5876]

As another freshman Xc runner I feel the same way.

[@graysongunnin3203]

I am doing a 200 mile ride on Saturday. To hear the mental troubles you fight and how you get through it helps me. Solid run man💪🏻

[@jimmyhart3191]

Big foot?

[@vhyleung]

Well said. Running is truly almost all mental when it comes down to the miles that really matter, the destination isn't a physical place, but in the mind. As Kipchoge himself says, no human is limited. And for me it's a simple switch of running because you choose to instead of because you're forced to + your content that I rediscovered my love for running. Keep at it Nico!

[@BaileyCroffordMusic]

This made me emotional. So proud of your progress and the effort you put into both your running and videos. You’re inspiring a ton of people. You’re part of the reason I’m running my first half marathon in December.

[@logananderson9370]

Has anyone else binged watch his entire playlist within the last week? Bro you are killing it! You have such a chill vibe, but your editing is what sets you apart! Keep making videos! If you are ever in the Fort Collins area of Colorado let's do a run!

[@nutrisarahamorim]

Love how emotional you got, I've been getting emotional after all my long runs for Chicago (my 1st ever marathon) and I can't wait to cry my ass off after the finish line! Would love to meet you there, sending love from 🇧🇷

[@MuseFoxs]

Such epic editing, this series has helped me so much. This summer I ran my first 1/2 marathon, and I couldn't have done it without your amazing content. You've truly helped me love running, thank you!

[@SKOLnews]

Nico, Fellow runner here. You inspire me so much in both the physical and mental aspects of this sport. Thanks so much for that, I really appreciate it

[@Omnilegent_22]

Hey Nico, your journey to a sub three hour marathon has encouraged me in my efforts to increase my running speed as well. You’re a huge inspiration and I look forward to every time you upload. 😁👍

[@nico.felich]

Thank you so much for the support 🙏🏼

[@opjesterfox9871]

I’m a runstreaker on the brink of hitting 90 days and my motivation has tanked recently. On the bright side, my self-discipline and resilience has grown like never before. Runs like the one you had are the ones that make running so incredible. You feel like you defied odds and you DID! Thank you for sharing relatable content like this.

[@bacanator95]

Its crazy to comeback and watch this video with you stating only having 50-60 mile weeks and watching your newer videos of how much that time has increased!

[@danieldiqual7946]

Dude, I’m from Melbourne, Australia and I love your videos because running is my purpose. It gets me going every morning no matter how I’m feeling and to be able to watch someone else have the same drive and passion towards running from the other side of the world is crazy. Good luck for the marathon and hope I can get there one day🤙🏻

[@elenaspano5067]

I just want to say how inspiring your videos are and how much of an impact you had on my life. I started running because of you and I completed my first 10k today. It might not sound like a lot to most of you experienced runners but I’m so fucking proud of myself. You’re right your mind plays tricks on you sometimes but your body is truly capable of so much more than we’re made to think.

[@nico.felich]

Wow great job🙏🏼 thank you so much for the message and support. It means everything to me to know the videos are having an impact. Keep chasing your goals!!

[@oldboysfreshkickz]

First video of yours i have watched, i just started running at 48 and did my first 5 kms, (small victory for me) building to bigger runs. This video was spot on and inspirational, thanks for all the effort and candidness Nico, good luck mate.

[@NBTJacklyn]

The beginning was so cool

[@seeeluasmr6672]

First of all the way this video is shot is mindblowing the beauty of the places shot is amazing then u topped it off with the entrancing music which gives "watching a movie" feel. Like listen this video is a master work of art if u ask me. Dont even get me started on the message of this video like wow u were meant to be making these type of videos I found myself repeatedly thinking aloud that this guy's videos are a godsend. Youve raised the bar to an insane level on this youtube seen 👏👏👏👏 u have zero idea how much I needed videos like this🥺🥺

[@bhandy2571]

Good share. I’m a retired veteran and have had a similar experience running distance to achieve a challenging goal. The victorys mental results are hard to describe. Thank you for the video.

[@emmas.9335]

Especially enjoyed this one, especially the voiceover over those beautiful shots. Congrats !

[@nico.felich]

Thank you!!

[@Litchrally_Lolo]

Amazing. You're so inspirational. Your vids and advice has me training for my first marathon. Thank you Nico!

[@nico.felich]

Let’s go!!! Your gonna crush it🙏🏼

[@NBTJacklyn]

Loved this

[@bgracediethrich6664]

Your videos are so inspiring and encouraging! Thank you for putting time into making them!! Thanks for all the great advice, super helpful. “We can always do more than we think” 🙌🏽

[@Francisco-dl1nb]

Nico, it's been amazing to see your progress. Your honest and laidback videos and short content are one of my biggest sources of inspiration for running. Since this video was important to you, I wanted to just leave a bit of personal feedback. I understand you might have been going for a more professional look, but the scenes where we see you talking to another direction just looked a bit weirder than if you would talk to the camera. It was inspiring watching you finish this run and also the way you still managed to connect with a fan during such a challenge. Keep going!

[@hayleychambers4024]

Hi I’ve been running for 20 years. I have IBS and have often struggled with fuelling for my marathons/finding the right gels. I have to say that Precision gels (original flavour) and their gel bites have not caused me any issues. Happy running, you are motivating many people.

[@bearbrowning3109]

This is some of the most high quality/amazing content on KZbin. Keep up the great work!

[@samdking]

One of the best of your videos I've seen. Inspiring stuff, and top production value. Good luck for Chicago!

[@nico.felich]

THANK YOU!

[@danielalonzo8379]

I just ran into your channel (no pun intended) and subscribed instantly. The edits, the narrative and just pure motivation that your video gives, is awesome! I’m 3 weeks into running and I’m addicted. Thanks for sharing and I look forward to watching your videos from here on out 🤙🏽

[@briannasharee_]

I needed this. I'm about to run my 18 miles in 5 minutes. I too will be running the Chicago Marathon! Good luck to ya!!

[@95AlexLee]

Just ran my first marathon two day ago at the Mexico City´s marathon, your videos on instagram were a good source of inspiration for my training. Thank you so much and good luck for Chicago ;)

[@noelial8547]

Been watching your TikTok’s for a long time now. Very inspiring content! You’ve inspired me to take up running, so thank you!

[@Justgio2008]

Keep up the good work man, you given me motivation to run and yesterday i ran 10 miles with a average pace of 8:58

[@nico.felich]

Good stuff!!

[@chindo_translator]

Average pace per miles or what?

[@Justgio2008]

@@chindo_translator yea a average pace of 8:58 each mile

[@chindo_translator]

@@Justgio2008 okay thank you

[@normallyashley]

Your videos are always so inspirational, and cinematic!!!!!!! I love you videos

[@aidandowning8138]

This is awesome Nico! I’ve been running to get a spot on Varsity for soccer. I’m actually thinking about training for a 1/2 marathon now that I see your progression and grind!!! Thank you so much!❤

[@AIC_7]

Really good video man, I found you on TikTok, and happy I found you on KZbin! Keep up the great work man!

[@blopes45]

Followed you on ig for a while but never checked out your long form videos. Great video. Havent run in years and a couple months ago decided out of basically no where to run my first half. Had that feeling of finally getting some confidence after a long run last week. Felt amazing. Good luck man!

[@TomSchulz17]

Seriously this is your best video yet in the series. Keep it up man! This one made me so hyped for my next half which I’m gonna try to PR

[@nico.felich]

Thank you so much!!

[@amandaperri5962]

Amazing video Nico! Thank you for sharing your journey and inspiring others.

[@roxannesmith4519]

Loving these vlogs!! Can’t wait to see the marathon.

[@bukujayday9638]

This was one of the best videos I’ve ever seen bruh THANKS

[@bridgethsu1410]

Somehow, ur vids are always timely. Was contemplating training an endurance run tmr morning and this rooted my decision. Thank u bro, alw look forward to ur vids!!

[@bridgethsu1410]

more episodes please!

[@bridgethsu1410]

It was craaaazy hot this morning and I was so lazy and tired but I did a 10km! Thanks for being an inspiration!

[@ZoneThr33]

Love the videos! A lot of very related and useful information. Keep it up!

[@sarahwolfefb]

Hey nico! I'm starting cross country for the first time today and this was do inspirational. Love the quality of these videos too. Keep it up!

[@Marathon5151]

Running is an addiction and love of mine. I love waking up at 4 am to go out for my run and listen to audiobooks if it’s a chill run day. I have run 30 marathons and intend to get to 100 at a minimum. Some tips - change your watch to be in kilometers vs miles. I find it easier from a mental perspective to push hard for another km since it’s only 0.62 miles. I use Maurten gels since they are easier on the stomach and seems like that’s the brand the pros like to use. For any big training runs going at marathon race pace, treat it like race day and practice pre-race nutrition. I wake up four hours before the run/race and have about 1k calories of mostly carbs. During the run, I try to take in about 70-80 grams of carbs per hour.

[@lucasboyd5876]

These video are so well edited and amazing. Keep up the good work👍

[@matthewmichalko5232]

Loved this video! Gave me the chills! Keep the amazing content coming!

[@Becoming_Better_Today]

This video is awesome, your best one yet. Keep up the good work. Good luck!!!

[@nico.felich]

Thank you so much!!

[@12pardil]

I'm not a runner but I definitely can apply the moral of your journey to alot of things! Keep going.

[@nancyabuga1727]

this is so encouraging... Good stuff!

[@valerieskates]

I literally almost started crying happy tears for you when you finished!!!

[@myworld2537]

You are my second favourite running influencer

[@annabelleschade170]

Get it!!! 🎉 heck yeah. Loved this video. So motivating! I got my first marathon in 16 days 🤞🏻

[@flobergruns]

ooooo that intro - love the voice memo. so stoked for you!!

[@flobergruns]

Also, I used to use the Spring Speednut, and I grew to hate it. I love their awesome sauce though, and I've been digging the Maurten 100s as well. :) I know Huma is a good option for being natural & easy

[@nico.felich]

I’ll give those a try! Thanks for the recommendations 🙏🏼

[@cigoooooooo24]

HUMA GELS!!!! watching this the day before my 18miler and I was already trynna tell myself I can change it and this is y sign I can run it.

[@TonyFrom_NC]

Great run and well put together Nico. I have my 18 miles coming up in 3 weeks.

[@rigobertocorcoles1002]

Bro see you in Chicago! Running it as my first!!! You got this!!!

[@valerieskates]

Also the editing is SO GOOD

[@nico.felich]

Thank you!!

[@griffinthegreatlol1148]

nothing better than finishing a run and nico posts😁

[@aryanbachewar6968]

And that is why u are the top g… don’t stress about the marathon u got this buddy 😊

[@FrancisOlalia]

Man this video hyped me the fk up 😂 so true tho, the moments when we are down and pivot points to get better. Keen to see your progress to sub 3

[@elliefrances4]

Something I remind myself of in those long training runs-when they get tough, is if they weren’t hard they wouldn’t be preparing me for marathon day. Love your content, although I’m not training for a sub three still some great tips 🤌🏼

[@seamanjack2448]

Beautiful thoughts beautifully presented. Thank you.

[@mohammadshafiee989]

thanks bro you helped me a lot because i am doing marathon on Friday morning in Kish island

[@bogi4622]

Editing is amazing, upload more videos, love from Serbia 🇷🇸

[@Jessikerz_]

So sick man! Hammer Gels are my go to for fasted long runs🤙🏽

[@darapumphrey-ruiz5849]

Most gels upset my stomach as well. I’ve been using a refillable pouch with maple syrup, salt, and lime. Has worked great so far. Good luck in Chicago!

[@TeamSwagGod]

Great Video, can definitely see the Nick Bare inspiration. Love it dude 💪👍

[@lonelywanderer8253]

Greatest video of all time! ❤

[@SKKT1992]

Maurten gels are the best for my stomach. I've tried everything else and they are far and away the best for me. Zero discomfort.

[@toknowher]

best advice from this was don't make decisions when the run is difficult

[@islamal-amrany2388]

I love you Nico. It may sound funny, but running saved my life.

[@isaliviaaa]

Love your edit style, seriously

[@nico.felich]

I really appreciate that!! Thank you!

[@qmarkett]

Clean out an old gel pack and fill it with a mixture of organic honey with a sprinkle of sea salt. That’s what I use. Doesn’t hurt my stomach

[@geoffreywagemaekers9698]

Hi Nico, nice video. For the gastrointestinal issues with the gels: I've been using Maurten and no troubles at all. Might be worth a shot ;) Keep up the good work for Chicago!! I'm training for an ultra next May in Wales: 55 KM & 3500 M+. Trust the process & enjoy the journey!

[@1234567890ivotube]

Maurten gels. I did something that never should be done but it worked. I ran my half marathon PB while for the first time ever, using gels and using them in a race. But, they worked beautifully. Maurten is a solid choice

[@mysportjourney3862]

Long runs are so interesting, sometimes you can be feeling the best you’ve ever done and then a couple k’s later you want to die

[@hugolabrie5802]

Also going for a 18 mile run tomorrow ! I'm training for the Montreal marathon, wich is my first race ever !

[@nox10182]

I love the editing

[@asahasnoshoes7590]

absolute legend

[@saraeckhardt8536]

You're a star, Nico!

[@1012345MB]

Huma gels have all good ingredients and do not make my stomach hurt because there’s no artificial ingredients or fillers. Highly recommend giving them a try.

[@step2911]

This was awesome in every way.

[@dianadesilva4877]

I use UCAN Edge Fuel to Go. I like the pineapple flavor or Orange. It's the only thing I've used that doesn't upset my stomach and keeps me going.

[@ianbrown9614]

Best gels i've tried are maurten. Expensive, but worth every penny when your stomach doesn't hurt.

[@Spain13122008]

Amazing video again! I have a question on those gels. When do you start taking them? After how long? My longest runs are 10K, is it recommended to take them?

[@bryceadams8418]

Gotta try out some maple syrup based gels (endurance tap is a popular one). I’ve used them for a couple years now. They are just maple syrup and sea salt and sometime a bit of ginger as well

[@blakel.6151]

Gu is usually my go to gel for running, and I haven’t had any stomach problems with them.

[@ryanjayi.villorente4642]

soo much hype❤‍🔥

[@benjaminolmo-nord4970]

A really good gel I like for like for longer efforts is Maurten, they don’t hurt my stomach and the flavor isn’t nauseating.

[@22Ku]

I'M AGREE BRO

[@mohamedelaminebenasla1140]

Good luck my brother greeting from algeria

[@jonathandamours9967]

Your editing is getting phenomenal! Great content! To answer your question, I use the Marten's gel, I like their taste and they make me feel good. Have you tried them?

[@alexaguest]

Loving this series!! I had similar issues with gels and actually went the route of just taking Nathan’s Honey packets with me. Straight natural sugar/carbs and sit well in my stomach with G1M. Let me know if you give it a shot!

[@justinle2266]

Yo Nico man thank you so much so I appreciate you a lot

[@hiraishin8655]

Your neighbourhoods are so beautiful

[@seraiahzander4456]

I love running because of how it makes me feel, everyone I know hates it

[@Becoming_Better_Today]

Glukos Energy Gel is one that I have been using for a while and it works great. During track season I would only have like an hour in between races and so I couldn't eat a lot, and gels hurt my stomach. This one is different. It is more of a liquid and doesn't affect my stomach. I get it at Walmart in the sports department.

[@vacationmode6286]

Really nice job!! When did you run your race pace miles during your 18 mile run? sounds like mile 5 was your first time?

[@clarkruns]

Try Maureten! Super super simple gels that get the job done!

[@its_ohhrite]

been trying to get him to try it. Hope he sees our comments

[@lvdancecollective6515]

Inspiring! ✨