MY FIRST MARATHON (MARATHON VLOG) | Hitting the Wall at the Edinburgh Marathon

With no prior running experience, I embarked on the challenge of running the Edinburgh Marathon. It changed my life. 

Was it unrealistic to aim for the time of 3 hours 30 minutes for my first marathon? Possibly, but the world of long distance running was new to me and I wanted to set myself a challenging target. 

The video documents my five month journey from devising a marathon training plan, embarking on marathon training to arriving at the start line in the best shape of my life. It also follows every step of the eventful race itself.

Having just turned 40 years old, I had this strange desire to see how far I could push myself both physically and mentally. The experience certainly delivered on that front. 

For years I have looked on in awe of my friends who have taken on their own marathons. For me, it had always seemed a step too far.

I had always wondered why would you want to put yourself through the pain of running a marathon. What can you gain by pushing yourself to the limit and inflicting that level of misery on yourself voluntarily? My experience taught me the answer.

I hope that my story can provide some marathon motivation. It was undoubtedly one of the best experiences of my life.

A wise person once said, “Everything you ever wanted to know about yourself you can learn in 26.2 miles”. I can testify to that. 

If you liked this video, please don’t forget to hit the subscribe button above. I am an Edinburgh-based filmmaker making films for Swift Films. I make films about self-improvement and positive habits. 

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[karpozani]

Man, I cried when you crossed the line! Runners will understand this feeling of joy and accomplishment. You are truly an inspiration for us with this video, thank you!

[orinoriani]

The best marathon video I’ve ever watched, gives me inspiration to start my marathon journey

[katchmeifyoucan]

Thank you for the brutal honesty! I'm so glad that you succeeded even though it wasn't how you'd planned. Whether you ran, walked or crawled you, sir, are a marathoner! Congrats!

[rachelcrawford]

I just finished first Marathon today, I finished in 6 hours which is slow, but it was one of the most difficult thing that I have ever done. 3 hours and 34 minutes is awesome. I felt sad, you seemed a little disappointed you didn't finish in 3 hours and 30 minutes. You did awesome, better than most. I understand completely about the 2 mile, it was the hardest for me.

[SuperBronaldo]

That's an incredible time for a first marathon! Well done :)

[tyrelldavis]

This is the vlog i've been searching for! You kept it real and 100% authentic. Fantastic job! 3 hours and 34 minutes. You're a champ!

[fjtfilms]

This hit me emotionally because I just started getting into running and I needed a boost of encouragement to help me push on. Thank you for this!

[gianmanp]

Your vlog made me cry. I am preparing for my first marathon hopefully 2022, and seeing you go through your struggles and yet push yourself to the very end was moving. CONGRATULATIONS, you are a superhero. Thank you for being so inspiring.

[falconjames]

Its not often I post a comment but this my man is filmmaking at its very best. One of the most inspirational clips I have come across. The story, the dialogue, the editing, the music. Cannot wait for more material from you.

[mariposaqueen]

Who didn't freaking cry to see such a great accomplishment?!💪🏻🏃🏽‍♀️ Only runners understand what those miles mean 🥇🏆

[DrawingABlanka]

Man you must have an incredible natural fitness to get a time like that for your first marathon after only a few months training. That is nuts.
I will be happy to get sub 4 on my first marathon.
What an amazing effort and resolve as well.

[tiffmercer]

You had nothing left to give, but you dig deep to finish it. Way to go! You succeeded.

[clairehope]

This is the best marathon video I have ever seen (and that's a lot!) Everything you said at the end of the video I felt when I ran my first marathon earlier this month. It didn't 100% go to plan for me either but that feeling when you cross the end at the end and go and meet your family after is indescribable. You absolutely smashed it, you should be so proud.

[najimusa]

One of the most inspiring films I’ve ever watched. I’m planning to run my first half marathon soon before turning 48yo and after merely two years of me defeating morbid obesity (-70kg), and this can’t be any more inspiring. Thank you so much!

[Taimenu]

There’s just not enough love I’m seeing on this video, but I’mma be one of them! What you did was incredible, this is something I dreamed of achieving. Today you motivated me, I want to Thankyou for that. Please rest assure and continue to be awesome.❤️❤️

[maliawanderer]

im gonna start training for my first marathon next week and just started doubting myself but this was so inspiring. made me cry and remember to believe in myself <3

[GeeTee]

I completed my first half marathon yesterday and was overcome with emotions when I crossed the finish line. 4 months of hard work and I finally did it. Congrats and hope you see you run some more.

[sashamote]

I honestly don't know how many times I watch your video. But I know that every single times I watch it I got tears in my eyes.
I even watch this clip whenever I run in the gym. You inspire me and motivate me. And because of YOU, I just signed up for my first Marathon run. for next yeas.
Thank you for sharing CHAMP!

[lilz-.]

This is incredible cinematography. Specifically the part about dedicating the final miles to your family and the moment you crossed the finish line, brought me to tears. You should be very proud, well done :)

[keithkool]

Legs are gone, my legs are totally gone but HOLD THAT CAMERA!
Great video. And very impressive time!