Sarah is trying to run a new personal best at the 2024 TCS London Marathon. Come along for her marathon day journey, following Sarah and her pacer extraordinaire Mo as they experience all of the highs and lows of the 26.2 mile distance. Will they get Sarah a new pb? Stay tuned to find out…
↓↓ Have you run a marathon? Has this persuaded you to sign up to one? Let us know in the comments! ↓↓
What’s in this video?
00:00:00 - Preparing For My Toughest Marathon
00:01:17 - London Marathon 2024
00:02:44 - Overwhelming Support from the Crowd
00:04:10 - First Half Of The Marathon
00:05:32 - Seeing Friends in The Crowd
00:06:47 - The Battle in My Head
00:08:17 - Carrying On Through the Pain
00:09:41 - The Final Stretch
00:11:02 - Crossing the Finish Line
00:12:33 - Overcoming Mental Challenges
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That was the most beautiful marathon video I've seen in a long time. Following your journey and that heartbreaking final long run prior to this, this is exactly the perfect ending I was hoping for! Such a huge well done Sarah, that's amazing!!
I’m crying! 😭 everyone needs a Mo in their corner!! Congratulations Sarah!!!!
Ah Sarah you have a 45 year old man here in floods of tears. As someone who also struggles with negative thoughts and bad anxiety that has ruined many a Marathon I understood exactly what you were going through. Fair play to you for finishing you are an inspiration
47 here feeling the same!
I'm a couple of steps behind you at 44...but same emotionally. It's now one last taper run before my first ever half marathon on May 11 for me. The nerves are setting in...
+1 😂❤
She really is. I realised earlier tonight that Sarah, Anna and Rick have all had my crying at their videos. Come on Andy, I need the set!
@@noggin30 Half-marathon on a Saturday? That's a rare beast (Silverstone half used to be a Saturday)
Mo seems like a dream pacer, his enthusiasm and support is so lovely. Congrats Sarah!!! Totally feel you on the biggest troll being myself. But you did it!!! You are amazing.
Sarah you are a beast! I love the vulnerability you display in your journey. I'm signed up for my first marathon in November of this year and a lot of the motivation to do it has come from all of you at the Running Channel!
Thank you that is so great to hear! Which marathon is it?
Same goes for me, my first marathon in October!!! Good luck with training and have fun on race day some 6 months from now!!
I am so proud of you!!!! "Are you gonna do this Sarah? I wanna hear a yes!!!!"
That bit made us tear up here in TRC HQ
Running a race next to these two would be a DREAM! The biggest smiles and the best energies! Way to go, Sarah and Mo!
shall we book them in for your next race....?
Pacing your subscribers would be a fun content!
@@young-spark they’ve done those PB pacing for local people before and they are so cool to see! I’m in America and I just wish I could be friends with all of the people at the running channel so bad!! 😂❤️
@runningchannel Please be in NY this November! Would love to meet you all!! This was such an incredible video! I cried watching it hearing Sarah talk about how she was feeling and that self talk is real! You did it Sarah! You crushed it and had the best partner with you. Big cheers to Mo for pacing and the emotional support he gave you. I will definitely be writing on my hand “Run the mile you’re in” come November for my first marathon. Cheers to you Sarah! You are unstoppable!
Brilliant Sarah. Well done, an amazing result. Wish we could all have a Mo pacing us.😁
If only we could clone him lol
@@runningchannel DO IT!!!!! I'm sure there's some boffins somewhere around London with some secret advanced cloning tech!!!
There's just something about Sarah that's so wholesome, pretty much any video she's in I'm inclined to watch
nah channel has gone to pot, shes so self obsessed its insane
@@IAMNationX everything ok at home friend? Maybe should run a bit more, get some of that negativity out of your system.
@@chanepain3686 everything can be fine, you are allowed to criticise in life. Deal with it
@@IAMNationX I consider Sarah a friend and self obsessed she is not. One of the most caring people I know.
@@IAMNationXlmao god forbid someone talks about their experience on a video called ‘MY experience running London marathon’
Sarah, I think you expressed what so many of us have trouble understanding : why do we run ? Because when things get tough, when all we can think about are the worst things about ourselves, it is a way to persevere and say, see, you were wrong.
You just described my thoughts perfectly.
I’ve made a grave mistake chopping this big bowl of onions whilst watching! Congratulations Sarah! And Mo, what a legend! Perfect run partner. So good!
I think I’ve cried a handful of times in the last decade and the majority of those have been watching Sarah’s videos! Such raw emotion. Such an inspiration.
aw that is high praise! She really is an inspiration isn't she?
Who's chopping onions!? 😭... So emotional! Very well done to both of you!
Feels like everyone is cutting onions today 😭
I think I am 😢 congratulations Sarah, your journey is inspiring!
That was raw, but oh so real. Thanks for sharing! I recognize all those emotions and fears. As a 58 year old man, I ran my first marathon in Chicago. Great race, but during the depth of the race between 18 and 20 miles, I talked myself into walking a bit. I honestly think I was physically capable but mentally, I fell a bit short. I finished, but I learned something about myself. I’ve signed up for Houston in 2025 and I’ll be much better prepared.
Amazing. My only criticism is I would have watched a much longer video! Congrats to you and Mo. Unreal
Next time we will make a non-stop filming marathon how does that sound?
@@runningchannel count me in!
"there's no failure here, rather you're learning or winning" , well done Sarah... marathons are hard and you made it. I'm truly inspired.
That's beautiful, really well done! Also, everyone needs a Mo, what a champ.
If only there were more of him!
Mo ❤❤❤ what a beautiful soul x
My wife and I watched this just now in the kitchen while drinking our coffee, me wearing my running gear (but not actually going out for a run, ha!). We discussed the video as it progressed and it was totally compelling. My wife remembered seeing a picture of me after the L.A. Marathon in 1996 with my parents and family friends. I, too, remembered how it felt to see loved ones just before the finish line, me feeling terrible and the sight of them lifting me up. I'm tearing up right now remembering that unforgettable feeling. We are proud of you, Sarah, and so happy that you had a great pacer running with you. Mo's positive attitude is the "angel on my shoulder" anyone would be lucky to have with them. TRC, my favorite KZhead subscription.
You beat your old PR and you beat the bully in your head, congratulations on a successful marathon! Mo was great as well, what a pacer!
London is a lot hillier than people realise, even the first three miles are difficult to pace downhill - from experience the blue start is steeper than the red start but less speed bumps (I hate them, they should be removed from the entire course!)
I've never cried so much watching another runner go through all the emotions that come from a marathon. Congratulations on the PB!
I'm not crying watching this...everything was just flying into my eyes non-stop for the whole 13 mins... Well done Sarah!!! If I ever get a place at London, then I know I will remember this video and what you said during the tough moments.
I don’t think I’ve cried so much since mile 19 of London to now, watching this video. I had my debut marathon on the 21st at London and I was 20-25 minutes behind the finish time I wanted. Your video articulated all the feelings and all the things in between. Sarah you smashed it and you have inspired so many of us x
I think almost all people, especially on their first marathon, get behind their target time. I want sub 4 hours so I'm going to set my goal as sub 3:40 and train for that.
I don’t like KZhead videos that often but I don’t think you can watch this video and not drop a like on it really. So inspirational and an exceptional video all together. Well done Sarah and here’s to the next one 🎉
Sarah, you can never "let anyone down " if you show up and give it all you have. The people who matter will never be let down by your efforts 🎉
I lost my mum 6 weeks ago. I have my first marathon planned for October and would give anything to have her there cheering me on. My mind is now telling me “What’s the point in running” “There’s nobody there to make proud anymore” “give up” I’m so glad you got to see your Mum in the throngs of thousands! Sarah, you are genuinely inspirational to all. I’m so glad you got to see your Mum in the throngs of thousands! You deserved that win! Well done.
She won’t be there cheering you on, she’ll be right next to you running!
I'm not crying, you're crying! Well done Sarah!!!!
Is everyone cutting onions today 😭
Sarah you are a rockstar. I feel like you were both winning and learning, which is a philosophy i have taken on! Keep being awesome. ❤🎉
Sarah, honestly one of the most genuine marathon recap videos I’ve seen. Shows the highest highs but also the lowest lows and how you pushed through that. You are just incredible 🤩👏🎉🤩
That was honestly one of the best running videos I have ever watched. When Mo said he was sticking with you until you cross the line together, that is what friendship and a running community is all about. So impressive Sarah, so many people will watch that video and be inspired (well at least one is)
In-cred-i-ble. Sarah, you absolutely smashed it. Such an inspiration. You still think you're average? Far from it. So chuffed for you.
She is superhuman if you ask us
This video should've been 30+ mins long. I could've sat through so much more of that. What a great run Sarah, you've so much to be proud of.
You legend, Sarah. Many congratulations on your achievements, including this one!
Thank you so much!
Congratulations Sarah! I'm not crying, you're crying
We are all cryinggggg
You are an inspiration ❤ and I am not crying 😘 Hats off to Mo for the great support.
Haha I felt the “I don’t think you can call 4 miles a home straight” viscerally 😂😂 Well done, incredibly inspiring
Congratulations on this huge achievement, Sarah. The internal distance we cover mentally on every Marathon and the new hidden piece of ourselves that we discover is beyond any pace and any time. I feel blessed that I am a part of this channel and running community, and I hope that next year, I will run the London marathon and achieve the sub-3 that I have been trying to achieve since I started running three years ago. A big bravo to anyone watching this video, and through running, they create a better edition of themselves.
sub 3 is EPIC. Thank you for the kind message too we are bless to have you a part of our community hope we get to cheer you on next year and celebrate with you at that finish line
@@runningchannel Thanks for your kind words. I have a question. Do you know how it works with charities? I have already applied for one. Is it allowed to apply to multiple charities and decide based on their answers? Or do I have to wait for a rejection before applying to another one? Cheers!
i really enjoy watching everyone on this channel, but sarah is by far my favorite. you are awesome. and f*** off to your little demon in your head. he doesnt deserve to be in your head. greetings from germany :)
It's such an emotional event, when you run, the people cheering and you as a runner cheering you and the others. I don't get emotional easy but that start and the atmosphere at the cheering zone put tears in my eyes🥹🥹🥹. Great job doing the marathon!!!
Well done Sarah and Mo for the cheering on. I've never felt so connected to a stranger on the other side of the world as I did with you here. Amazing job and EPIC production by TRC
Way to go Sarah! Ugh I didn’t want to have tears in my eyes before 10am but here we are. Extremely well done! You should be unbelievably proud!
I did not scroll to look at the comments to avoid spoilers--and I'm so glad I didn't! You are a treasure! You worked for that PB for months--and it all came together when you needed it. You are an inspiration!
Blimey!! That’s a tear jerker 😢 You smashed that Sarah!! Blooming amazing 🤩 And Mo!! What a star!!! 🎉
The brutal honesty and the fact that you got to the end in the way you did just gave me the chills. Well done! And it must have been so good to have mo running with you all the way, that's a team effort as well. 🎉
What a beautiful video Sarah - I was there on the day cheering on at mile 21, such an amazing day! - I started running about 18 months ago and you have been there with your content from pretty much the start for me - You're an inspiration to so many of us - I ran my first marathon in Manchester the weekend before and managed 3.46.44, which is something I never, ever, ever thought I would be capable of - That's stuff that other people do, not me...and all that kind of thing.... You definitely learn things about yourself in the training block and on the day. I cried when I crossed the finish line, although no tears actually came out, I think I had used ever last electrolyte in my body by that point! Fully hydrated today and you've just made a man in his early 40s cry, in a good way! Huge congrats on the PB - That sub 3.40 is there for the taking in the future :)
Got me all emotional with you! Such an amazing effort - you did so good!!! 🎉🎉🎉
We all cried watching it again. So emotional!
I'm so proud of you Sarah! Well done. Got tears in my eyes. All the love!
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That was so many things. I don't even have words for some of them. My brain fights me every run and I'm just starting my half training. You've given me hope. Congrats on a beautiful run and PB. And cheers to Mo for being the best hype man when you needed it.
7:38 & 12:36 Of all the fitness KZhead I watch (across running, cycling, weight training, and more), I think YOU are the most impressive, Sarah. I haven't seen a better example of someone who is both relatable AND continuously reaching greater and greater heights. The quality of your work and dedication is evidenced by such feats as running a 5k on feel alone to within four seconds of your predicted time. You finishing with a PB was, to me, the obvious outcome. How could it have been anything less? It couldn't have been, because you absolutely earned it.
Trying to keep the voices quiet in my head and keep going is the hardest thing, your honesty and determination is a real credit. Well done Sarah and TRC for inspiring so many in their own achievements
Inspirational. You've just made my wife cry with emotion haha We're on a similar journey. Both done many marathons, chasing that elusive 'happy with that' moment and of course, a PB
Just wanted to say I’ve been int he exact place you were during a marathon. To most people it’s just something that hundreds of thousands of people do each year but to every individual it’s personal and emotional. Without a doubt the most natural and amazing video put together by the channel 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Congratulations Sarah 👍🏻
Swear one day I'll be able to watch one of these marathon videos without getting all teary-eyed. Legend! 🙌
I'm so proud of you Sarah and also Mo for being the best team mate ever. I was cheering the dot all the race. You have really shown what is meant by the mental battle. I am there too but we are doing it and conquering those gremlins.
Thanks for the cheers!!
Why am i crying. Omg so proud of you!! We almost had the same race and the struggle with yourself and fighting against your pain that is there and isnt going away is so relatable. But the end is there and you will make it. Proud!!!
I think this has been one of the most relatable insights into the mental struggle that we go though and yet we keep going and you have just proved that. Plus I think you got the whole crowd in tears too. Much love
Congratulations, Sarah! What an emotional finish!
sitting at work with this on trying so hard not to bawl but then Sarah saw her mom and the gates opened😭😭😭 so proud of Sarah! and Mo with that eneegy omg !! everyone deserves Mo as a pacer
That was so recognizable hitting the back end and thinking I want to stop and I can’t do this. But you did it and Mo, what a legend ❤
Wow Sarah. That was truly epic. Emotional, motivational and shows the true highs and lows, physical and mental of a Marathon. Mo was a star helping you to remember who you are. Well done and massive congratulations. You are a winner, you are unbreakable. ❤
Wish I could give this more than the 1 Like I could give. I ran a marathon a couple of days ago, smashed my PB and it was incredible- but my reaction since has been surprisingly stoic and there are moments I think it was all a fluke. Watching this got me teared up realising how much I can relate to Sarah's journey for this marathon. Fantastic content by The Running Channel!
Great run. Here remembering all the tips and knowledge you share with the community while training. Awesome time Sarah and Mo.
That means a lot thank you!
I’ve done the London marathon via ballot twice.. first marathon ever done back in 2015, fell apart but finished, fantastic event, second time after years of trying last year, and did better, but didn’t feel the same buzz about the event.. but the people, amazing! so supportive shouting out your name, seeing all the shirts showing other peoples reasons for putting one foot in front of each other as fast as they can.. not sure if I’ll get to do it again.. but people will love it. Well done!! You should be proud of your effort.. I can’t imagine running that fast for so long.. not sure I’ll ever break the 4 hour let alone getting near 3:30. 🎉
You're a rockstar Sarah. I couldn't be happier for you. You so deserve this. WTG on new PB. Truly inspirational.
Currently trying to get ready for an interview and I can’t put my mascara on because I’m crying so much!! Well done. You’re bloody amazing 🤩
GOOD LUCK FOR THE INTERVIEW!!!
Incredible, and such an enjoyable and honest video.The moment you spotted your Mum towards the end took me straight back to my moment like that during my first marathon... What a feeling! Gave me goosebumps again. Well done, Sarah... And Mo - what a guy!
Congratulations Sarah! That was incredibly inspiring. Mo was absolutely brilliant in supporting you. It must be wonderful running with a friend the entire way. Thank you for everything you all do. You’ll help me make it to my first marathon in October in Melbourne.
Watching this brings back so many similar emotions when I ran it last year. One of the greatest achievements for any runner. Well done
I used to listen to negative thoughts but you are amazing makes me want to run another marathon 🎉xxxx
YES DO IT!!!
Every marathon is one to be proud of but this one feels like a battle you won! Sobbing, congrats sarah! 🥹❤️
What an amazing recount - I’m sure we’re all in tears!! Well done Sarah, what an achievement!
Wow! Sarah… thank you for sharing this. There are tears streaming down my cheeks as my watch and I am so chuffed for you. You should be very proud of yourself and also very proud of how many people you are inspiring. 🥰
Sarah, you are such an inspiration to all of us! I’m sure you’ll get a sub-3:40 PB and many more!
I am planning on doing my first marathon as a goal when I am 60. I am type 1 diabetic and have only ever run a half. This video is excellent. Really inspiring and emotive. It really shows how important mental strength plays a huge part in running a race no matter the distance, but a marathon is a huge achievement. Thank you Sarah and The Running Channel for posting this.
After watching this video I went and ran a half marathon. Something I've been training for for months now but never had the courage to do it. Thank you Sarah for a very inspirational video. The Learn or Win mantra helped me at 19km big time!
I so admire the honesty and grit in this. Coming up to my 70th year I think I might give another marathon a go, too prove to myself that I am mentally strong, Coming back to this video will be important. Go Sarah, you can achieve your dreams
You had me in tears with this Sarah!! You absolute star!!! 🤩 So chuffing chuffed for you!
Congratulations, Sarah! Obtaining both a PB and greater faith in yourself - what an incredible victory! As always, thank you the inspiration and motivation.
Congratulations from your 2 and 5 mile supporter! 😉
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Sarah, i listened to this video this evening on my run. A total mistake because i cried between km 5 and 7 (not quite the look i was going for). What a raw and powerful video and what a fantastic race. Glad you're able to look back on it with joy ♥️
Wow, Sarah! I am CRYING. 😭😭😭 I can completely relate to being your own biggest critic. You are INCREDIBLE!
Congratulations on a great time Sarah! Also Mo is a star with his energy and constant positivity. I was a bit shocked though on just how many runners there were constantly around you, I'm sure that must have added to the anxiety.
It was a busy race for sure but the crowds and the other runners really add to the atmosphere!
….If there was a love button, I’d be hitting it repeatedly. This has to be the most relatable video I’ve watched, ever. Well done, Sarah!!!! Awesome work Mo for help getting it done! Running friends are the best of friends ❤
Gosh this made me cry. Huge congrats.
what a lovely video! I think every runner knows those mental struggles all too well! I recently went Sub3 and just told myself "you go with this sub 3 to the half and then you'll see" - next one was 25, then 30 and after 35 I told myself: you'll do this today, it's basically and already shed a tear. Finished with a negative split in 2:58. Those mental battles are sooo hard but it's so rewarding if you manage to push through!!
Congratulations Sarah, video of the year (so far!) what an experience, you rocked it. Special word for Mo too, that's who you want beside you when it gets hard, what a guy.
Great video! Congratulations Sarah on a huge PB! Mo has got to be the greatest run partner/hype man ever. What a great job he did keeping Sarah motivated through the tough parts! Amazing job by both of you!
First of all Congratulations Sarah. I see myself completely in you. I did Manchester Marathon (my first one) this year. I targeted 3:30. Done very well until mile 20/21. After that my legs gave up and I caved in to my mind. Difference is that you conquered your mind & continued and I gave up & ended at 4:09. You are an inspiration for me for my next Marathon. I will get my 3:30 no matter what by overcoming negative thoughts. Thank you.
Sarah I followed your journey to LDN Marathon towards the end... I enjoyed the content THAT much I've signed up to my first marathon next year! (pray for me) And also put myself in the ballot. Such an amazing story! Loveed this documentary, the story is so positive and inspiring. Well done you!
Congrats, and good luck. London is so hard to get into. < 3% chance. I hope to run it one day too.
@@SuperYtc1 840,000 entrants into the ballot. Chasing around 25,000 places. As you say that's less than 3%. But I had a place this year through the second ballot of 2,000.
Well done Sarah! Not only the marathon but all the training leading up to it! All the little (and big) wins and learnings during all sessions! Impressive! Mo.. what a guy and friend!
I’m not crying honest 😢 well done Sarah on your PB 🎉 & what a fab job Mo did with his encouraging words ❤
Sitting here in Texas, at work, in front of my computer just crying. What a great story. What great inspiration and friendship. Thank you so much for being genuine and vulnerable. Thank you for your emotional journey. 🤗💜
Oh Sarah! I've been watching your journey, like many others have, mainly because I was running the London Marathon too. A wonderful video and you should be so proud of yourself. I love the "Learn or win" motto. I wish I would've told myself that during my efforts as I struggled in the last 6 miles but I still managed to cross the line despite not executing Plan A. Well done and amazing efforts!
A beautiful true story. I wasn’t feeling like running this morning. You got me out there Sarah. ❤
😭 all the emotions watching this! Congratulations on your PB and an amazing mental game. First marathon in May and I'm a sucker for the negative talk! I'm definitely going to use Mo's shouting technique 🤣
Just simply incredible Sarah, you deserve all the credits and plaudits that will come your way. A big well done.
Sarah, I am in tears right now. You can be so proud of yourself! Pushing through your limits and getting that well deserved PB! Congratulations, dear Sarah! :) That was the most beautiful post-marathon interview I have ever seen. Well done from Mo for the pacing and the superb emotional support! You guys are amazing! :)
What a run Sarah! Feeling your emotions! So so proud of you! 🎉
It made us emotional!
Just cried my eyes out. Amazing video and congrats on your PB Sarah, as well as reaching your A goal. What a joy to watch!
This was so emotional and inspiring to watch! Going to have re-watch this before my next race. Killed it Sarah! Also what incredible support and pacing from Mo!!!
Well done, you were amazing!!! My husband PB'd in the Madrid Marathon in the weekend just gone, close to your time! The biggest battle is always with yourself - huge respect to you, well done 🎉