World Championships Prep || my next race, altitude camp, & reflecting on making Team USA

[@molasorrosalom4846]

I'm still blown away by that race, that finish is something that would happen in a movie.

[@allie_ostrander]

haha I can't believe that's how it ended!

[@kevinmshea58]

Love that you will keep cross training in the overall build towards worlds. I think the name of this time should be World Domination.

[@allie_ostrander]

WORLD DOMINATION hahaha love that

[@juliecallahan8282]

I am a 58 year old ...that ran varsity cross country in the early 80's and mile 2 mile track....I wish that we would have been educated as we worked out on hydration and eating....thank you for sharing your journey and the personal information with not having our period....we all just thought it was norm and actually liked it also ...who wants to deal with that when competing...you are such a great person and your personality it so great....I believe you are inspiring both young and old with your videos...I have enjoyed your informative videos ....and love watching...I wish you continued success with your Olympic journey and thank you for sharing your experience ...and George with us...🐾👅❤......rooting for your continued success...🇺🇸

[@Cm-xo9jf]

I have learnt so much watching your videos ,God bless this channel always . At this age , we all have to think long term . Focus on your career and goals . Invest money , Find someone you can hustle and pray with . We can no longer afford to waste time .focus on everything that matters in the long run . Stability, Loyalty, Peace of mind .

[@alessandroandrea4732]

Please which idea can you share with someone that’s trying to be financially stable in all areas of life ? I have 3 kids .

[@MyFatAdaptedLife]

Countdown to Worlds. Looking forward to watching you crush it. So excited for you.

[@allie_ostrander]

SO EXCITED!

[@MyFatAdaptedLife]

@@allie_ostrander As are your fans

[@PatNeedhamUSA]

I love how Georgie is preventing you from completing the pushups , he's like "okay you're done now" lol

[@allie_ostrander]

he knew I was tapped out lol

[@amelialarroque757]

If you were able to have such an incredible race after a “rough” training block, we are SO excited what you are going to accomplish next!

[@tonyyoung3381]

Workout idea….. enter a UW 3k, then go directly outside & run hill repeats (boat dock/canal hill) until you can’t. Simulator for crazy fast World XC start. Good luck

[@donbracci2199]

Thanks for taking us along on another day in the life. I enjoy hearing about the rest and build-up to your next race. I am also looking forward to the altitude camp videos. Good luck with your training. Keep up the great work.

[@allie_ostrander]

the altitude camp videos will be so good :)

[@John-Smlth]

7:07 I'd love to see some more love for American Parkruns! There seem to be 3 in the Seattle area; free weekly 5km races every Saturday at 9am. You did say nothing crazy, but these might still be too "local", and without enough fast competitors for you. They could still be fun to check out at some point, even if not for the tune up. "Perrigo Parkrun" seems to usually have a few sub 18 minute finishers.

[@crissy7312]

Loved this day in your life! Excited you will training at altitude ❤I live in Boulder… so many great spots to train… I’m just getting back into shape… ask about Shanahan Ridge trails for some easier yet beautiful runs. If you do a Meetup here, I’d definitely try to come. There are tons of coffeehouses around. ☕️ Best wishes for healing and training for WORLDS!

[@alexischapdelaine9476]

Thats so exciting your going to worlds so looking forward to following the journey lets go team USA so proud of you keep crushing it. I could not even imagine running in higher altitude i got short of breath my first time in Colorado walking threw the Denver airport i couldn't even imagine running up so high up.

[@allie_ostrander]

it definitely takes some time to adjust to! I will have to slow down my paces to be able to handle it.

[@Jess-Rabbit]

We used to do the Bring Sally Up pushup thing in crossfit and I remember hating it! My current gym doesn't really do it. Maybe I should try again...

[@biasaldsssssss]

I'm loving to wath your videos Allie. I'm struggling by ed. After almost 2 year, i couldn't continue living like that, i couldn't continue to run and finally admit my ed and started a treatment. Then i cryed so much due to not feeling good to run and now, after almost 3 months of no run, i started to run again. I lost a good amount of fitness, but i'm trying to not be stressed about it, i'm so so happy to run a little bit already, cause i love to run. And you are my biggest inspiration to chase my dreams in my run and whole life.

[@allie_ostrander]

I am so happy for you that you got treatment and are starting the healing process. Trust me when I say that this is what is best for your long term health and happiness, in and out of the sport. Keep at it and believe in yourself :)

[@runcheatthereaper9016]

The Whatcom Falls 5K is a classic in Bellingham on Saturday February 3rd. Lots of trail and some pavement too. Really good cross country course.

[@allie_ostrander]

ohhhh sounds intriguing! I'll look into it!

[@justanoldfashionedrunner605]

as suggestions for naming the next block... down to earth : the next step or something more uplifting: higher and higher

[@Rinsisu]

Some suggestions for when you are in NM. When ur in ABQ make sure you run in the North Valley, the Area has super pretty views and tones of good paths. Flying star is also a super good place to eat and if you can make it to Santa Fe Its 100% worth it! (Also amazing job making that national team!)

[@allie_ostrander]

I did an altitude camp in ABQ in the past, and Flying Star was a staple! I also checked out Santa Fe, but I have never been to North Valley!

[@HStacey2011]

Yay you're coming to Albuquerque!! If I see you running somewhere I'm totally going to say hi.

[@tonyyoung3381]

Enjoying the lower woodland trails!

[@nro337]

So awesome to see you smile that much. Really happy for you!

[@allie_ostrander]

feels good to smile this much!

[@ARTWV]

Hi Allie, I like the day in the life videos. It’s gotta be fun traveling the world doing what you love. God Bless

[@allie_ostrander]

It is fun!

[@roustabout4fun]

Even A+bove Normal~ Great channel for people to follow and for young and others to learn from.Team USA seems to be a well-deserved honor given the all! Wishing you and all of Team uSa all the best! Can USA..USA. Yes, we can. Hope you all kick some grAss against the competition!

[@allie_ostrander]

So excited to rep Team USA!

[@roustabout4fun]

@@allie_ostrander Excel lent! Keep the passion (feeling)

[@quincypratt6469]

Another round of "Allie-ology"...luv it! And congratulations on making the team...🙂

[@allie_ostrander]

thank you!

[@hahafalseflag5090]

Keep Working Allie Keep Working.. There's nothing that can stop you young lady..

[@allie_ostrander]

will do!

[@elizabethreads0312]

This race is actually at the tail end of February but its mostly on grass and has a 5k and 10k option which might make for a good pre worlds cross country race. Perhaps look into the Fort Ebey Kettles Trail Run.

[@allie_ostrander]

I will look into it! Thanks!

[@dbiscoc287]

Excited for your altitude training. Production value will be no doubt stellar!

[@allie_ostrander]

ohhhh yes!!

[@louettakeene3573]

You're fortunate to have Georgie helping you with your workouts.

[@madelineforbes5552]

Hello!! I’m in the Seattle area and that trail looks awesome (I’m trying to find more trails to run on to get away from my cap hill concrete runs lol). Wondering if you’re willing to share where this trail is? No worries if not :) Also I really appreciate your channel and it has helped me a lot with issues I developed while running in college. So thank you for all that you do!

[@johngault8688]

Staying static in that pushup position (Isometrics) is suppose to be very good for strengthening connective tissue. I'm doing stuff like that now for my injured knee and elbow. It seems to be working.

[@allie_ostrander]

good to know! Maybe I should do some other statics for my other joints.

[@kristinakohler4150]

Hey Allie! I’ve got a question for you, since you’re an extremely great role model in endurance and mental fortitude. I’m devoting the next seven months of my life to a particular goal, focusing on that aspect of my life wholly. How would you avoid burnout? Anxiety? Fear? Self-sabotage? And yet still stay completely committed? As a pro athlete, I feel like you understand that experience! Please let me know what you think- and thank you.❤ You rock and good luck with worlds!! 🏃‍♀️

[@bryonyproctor205]

Very inspiring & relatable as someone who is very injury prone. Well deserved 👏

[@allie_ostrander]

being injury prone is tough, but we got this!

[@coffeeprincess25]

Haha I love that push-up challenge, I am gonna try it!

[@jennyhart7588]

Haha I used to do the Bring Sally Up squat challenge! You crushed those push-ups

[@thomasphilyaw8593]

Thanks for all the content!!! At USA's you looked really healthy compared to some of the other women. Every time I watch a women's pro race, I often wonder how many are struggling with an ED. Just in my daughters running career (middle/high school and college), she ran with at least 5 to 6 girls with this problem. Thank you for spreading knowledge about this prolific issue ❤❤❤

[@allie_ostrander]

While I really appreciate where this comment is coming from, I don't think it hit the note you intended. Hearing that I "looked really healthy" compared to other runners is objectively a compliment, and I thank you for the kind words. However, as someone with a history of an ED, that's not the way my brain interprets it. Instead of hearing a compliment, I hear "you look fat", "you're too big", and "you don't look like a runner." In general, if someone has a history of an ED, disordered eating, or body image troubles, it's best to avoid comments about their body, even if the comments are positive like "strong", "healthy", "better than before", etc. I know that your intent was entirely positive, so this is in no way an angry response to your comment, I just want to take this opportunity to share this knowledge so that your comments to other people might be different in the future :)

[@thomasphilyaw8593]

@allie_ostrander Allie, Thank you for your feedback. I truly appreciate it. When I hit send on my original message, I thought about that, but I thought... no, it's ok. Blame me being a man for that and not thinking past "hey I'm giving a compliment". It's ignorance/stupidity on my part for not thinking about that. Keep up the great work you're doing!!!

[@LSW2022]

I clicked so fast! ❤ so proud of you! Been struggling with confidence lately and following your journey has really helped me realize I don’t have to be perfect or always strive for perfection

[@allie_ostrander]

Glad this has helped! I wish that perfection were possible, but it's neither possible or necessary. That's just something we all have to accept :)

[@MrHabes78023]

Donut Dash 5k in Olympia. March 17 so maybe a little further out than you’d prefer. Very flat and fast though!

[@allie_ostrander]

and it sounds like donuts are involved, so I'm interested ;)

[@kayyylaaa___]

ahhh im so excited for this next training block! what book are you reading now? i love when you show what youre reading; it's always exciting to see if ive read it too!

[@allie_ostrander]

I just read a quick Janet evanovich novel. It was the 9th Stephanie Plum I think. I finished it yesterday though, so I started a new one!

[@ellenmoeller]

I am warning you now that when I see you on the trail, I may shriek with excitement! It’s my go to with all the Olympians around here! I hope you have so much fun in Boulder!

[@allie_ostrander]

I am looking forward to the shriek!

[@MK-tk8tb]

Georgie😂😂the push-up master.

[@allie_ostrander]

haha he's addicted to fitness

[@runningforviews]

So pumped for you upcoming season!

[@mynameisMadameGeorge]

Would LOVE to know if and when you might be returning to the Golden Trail Series this year? I know it now has extra races, less marathons, this year. It suits you so well!

[@allie_ostrander]

that's the plan!

[@andrealyons4718]

For whatever it is worth, I am excited to hear about your altitude training in Boulder! I am from Colorado (western slope) and used to be conditioned at altitude, but many years later I am not used to elevation at all, although I never quit running. But God willing, my son and I will be moving to Boulder or Fort Collins when he is finished with college in a year and a half! Now the real question will be how long will it take me to acclimate to high altitude after not training at that level in over two decades? With you being such a great runner, with authentic content, I think you will provide some good insight for all of us in regard to altitude training!

[@allie_ostrander]

Yes, I'm excited for this too! In the past, altitude has been a difficult adjustment for me. It will be interesting to see how I respond this time!

[@andrealyons4718]

@@allie_ostrander We are all rooting for you!

[@anthony2067]

Just saying you should come to the quad cities over the summer and run the Bix 7! Totally run race with a bunch of hills and phenomenal athletes!!

[@allie_ostrander]

I've thought about doing that one! Maybe this will be the year.

[@timothymyszak1163]

Georgie is such a good helper!!!

[@SundanceSerenityHideaway]

ALWAYS rootin’ for ya!

[@murraymnicole1104]

I have raced the St Pat's Day Dash in Seattle. It's March 17th. I thought it was a very fun event!

[@allie_ostrander]

I will keep that in mind!

[@Sebby-dh3uj]

I'm looking to buy a stationary bike and am curious what bike you use since yours looks perfectly functional and doesn't look too big.

[@allie_ostrander]

I have the Bowflex C6. It's a good bike!

[@suzannelaburt2641]

You persevered...key to life! Wishing all the best in this training block!💪 Strides are sooo good! PS cross training is invaluable. Swimming (long & hard repeats) and water running are my favorite. Strength training for general health a must. 8:49

[@allie_ostrander]

excited for this next block! I'm hoping to use what I learned from the last one to make it even better :)

[@suzannelaburt2641]

Hope you crush it!💪🍀

[@khaubensak]

Lower the seat on that stationary bike, sister!!!

[@NicoleSevcikova]

The climb

[@GabrielVelazquez-u2r]

A FUN run will be the Hot Chocolate 5k or 10K is on March 3rd. in Seattle

[@tex287]

Will you wear Nnormal shoes for worlds???

[@tworunningbrooms]

Excellent video we're really enjoying your channel. Have you gone through your full pre-run activation routine on any of your other videos?

[@allie_ostrander]

I made a short about my activation routine!

[@coachneileaster]

Another great vid! “What in the Worlds?!”

[@NicoleSevcikova]

The rise

[@snooples]

hmm if u havent picked one already my suggestion for a new title would be belgrade bound!

[@paddycunningham6834]

Nice 6 miles Allie, looked enjoyable👍

[@allie_ostrander]

it was enjoyable!

[@runbyron]

Call this the altitude block Your training well!

[@4FunAndFitness]

EASY run, after a week off, 6 miles, 8:25 down to 7:06 pace. . . I'm out of breath just watching that!

[@allie_ostrander]

haha, well to be fair it wasn't a week off, I was cross training!

[@sheskis613]

Maybe title the next series something to do with cards in the vein of embracing the ones you're dealt? Belgrade Black Jack?

[@allie_ostrander]

I like this idea!

[@rezznor9in9]

Hot Chocolate Run in Seattle March 3rd. 5K, 10K and 15K. Fun Race!

[@mikestevenson1334]

Georgie: "OH HAYYYYYYY!"

[@lauren2906]

Do you remember when you were accidentally writing 2023 in all your journal entries? ... .... ..... You did it in the video too 🤣

[@allie_ostrander]

I literally cannot wrap my head around the fact that it's 2024 lol

[@flash1506]

❤❤ Congrats

[@TheMrsBeagle]

It's 2024, girlie! 😉

[@allie_ostrander]

I know! I realized that after I posted the video! Also, I keep writing 2023 in my journal!

[@metrazol]

That dog at the end of mile 1 was like, "STICK!?!"

[@allie_ostrander]

hahaha he thought I was trying to play fetch

[@brentwithey4241]

Allie is there a race didstance that you are going to look to get back to and specialize in? Are you staying to cross country and rroad running or can we look forward to seeing you back on the track?

[@allie_ostrander]

Announcement in the future :)

[@jakeshirkey]

As a shitty ultra runner and disc golfer it's fun to see you do both.

[@allie_ostrander]

hahah I am so bad at disc golf, but I like the being outside aspect!

[@debrahudson3334]

The altitude block

[@trainwellracewell]

Call this one New Kids on the Block

[@heartbeet]

The stoke block.

[@shangrila73eldorado]

6:02 Is Georgie French?

[@oatmeal4life441]

The Advance The Rise The Climb Upgrade for Belgrade 😂 The Serbian Scramble😂😂

[@allie_ostrander]

the Serbian Scramble has me rolling lol

[@debrahudson3334]

When your a pro do you get to go to the races for free? Does the race pay for all the accommodations?

[@allie_ostrander]

it depends on the race. USATF championships are not free--there's an entry fee and you have to pay for a USATF annual membership to be able to compete--but some of them do cover travel expenses for the elite field. Other races, like Worlds, Millrace, 5th Ave Mile, etc, are completely covered

[@PKHARDIN]

The Summit 🌄 or Summiting

[@megsiro]

Georgie in the beginning: helicopter helicopter

[@allie_ostrander]

I think he set a PR in number of spins before breakfast

[@nathankempf1990]

The "push up to songs exercise" reminds me of an exercise my coach is having me do: On "Roxanne" by The Police, I have to do a burpees everytime "Roxanne" is said. Between each burpee, I have so be in air chair position... That's NOT a nice exercise!

[@allie_ostrander]

I've done the Roxanne burpee thing before! I agree that it's not nice haha

[@pzanello]

2024👌

[@MR-wh5wp]

Random question - what socks do y'all wear? Struggling with blisters here 🫠

[@allie_ostrander]

I wear NNormal socks, which are super high quality. I don't have any issue with blisters when I wear those. They are crew socks and there are a couple different types for varying weather conditions. The merino wool ones are great for cold.

[@Kimberly-wt1nu]

So glad you hydrate without one of those obnoxious Stanley cups. 🥤🥤🥤

[@allie_ostrander]

haha I have never gotten on board with those.

[@Shevock]

Micro-injuries. There's a term I've never heard. But it makes sense. I don't think I got rid of all of the micro-injuries from the marathon I ran in 2022!!!!

[@Shevock]

Also. You are good enough. We can be so critical of ourselves but you are definitely good enough. Trust yourself.

[@allie_ostrander]

haha I think I made it up, and now I'm using it like it's a real medical term. I just mean injuries that took me out for less than a week.

[@paulgallagher6544]

I guess the new block could be worlds 10k prep. March 30 two months. A nice time frame. Will you do lactic acid testing again?

[@allie_ostrander]

A great time frame! I might do lactate testing again. We were going to do it last block, but we never got to do much threshold training due to the microinjuries.

[@daveconvoy5793]

How about your next phase being called “the worlds work up”?

[@hannahsmrcka]

Name idea: “the journey”?!

[@SundanceSerenityHideaway]

What is that drone you use? Link?

[@allie_ostrander]

It’s not a drone..just the insta360 X3 with extendable selfie stick. Linked in the description!

[@SundanceSerenityHideaway]

Crazy, couldn’t see the stick! @@allie_ostrander

[@ChrisTietjen_00]

@@SundanceSerenityHideaway The stick is between two fisheye like lenses pointing in opposite directions and is never really captured by the camera. The two separate images are stitched together where the stick would be. The seam is difficult to see but can be noticed down by Allies hand which is wider than the stick so the imperfections of the stitching process shows up a little bit. Cool tech!

[@SundanceSerenityHideaway]

Very cool! @@ChrisTietjen_00

[@josephhoffman4951]

The new build could be Allie 2.0

[@jjcabello1]

I wish I could think of a good name for your training block but alas….anyhoo why do dogs always have to get under push ups and planks? It’s like…a law.

[@allie_ostrander]

I don't understand it, but Georgie really insists haha

[@zquark1]

Next training block: "Take No Prisoners!"🙂

[@allie_ostrander]

haha of course!

[@SoyCaudillo]

2023? Maybe you meant 2024? 😅

[@allie_ostrander]

I certainly did haha

[@wordmunger]

"World beater"

[@timothymyszak1163]

Next blog call "Blog Albuquerque" ....ah....Ah...lol

[@Alecmcq]

Friday 26th 2023?????

[@allie_ostrander]

haha whoops

[@mrrob6730]

Bet you can't start a vlog without a coffee clip...

[@allie_ostrander]

I think I have before, but I honestly don't remember when...

[@CanCanHikes]

Block Name: Going Global

[@allie_ostrander]

ohhhh yes we are!

[@curtisCclarke]

"23-24 World's X: Hi:Vol./Alt. Smile Fun Georgie"-- is the best block name I can think of (so far).

[@allie_ostrander]

hahaha not wordy at all ;)

[@curtisCclarke]

@@allie_ostrander : I had a great feeling that you were going to reply back to me with this -- too wordy for you. Okay. Got it. How about just: Hi Vol. / Alt. Smile Fun Georgie. LOL! 😂! 🤣! Think about. Thinking? Okay, here it is: High: Volume / Altitude Fun. Come on, it is only 4 words now. Good? Bad? Thank you for the response back Allie. I really appreciate it.

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[@Luffnyc]

Thank you, I need this as motivation to get on the treadmill 🥲 name idea: “The Conquer”

[@allie_ostrander]

yes, I love KZbin for treadmill/cross training motivation!