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Beyond the Ultra Marathon: Running 34 Miles to Test My Limits
In this video, I run 34 miles in a day to celebrate my life, and test my endurance, discipline, and grit.
[00:00:00] - Intro
[00:01:45] - The First Steps: Starting the journey at Squatch Frontier Fitness.
[00:04:20] - Downtown Reflections: Passing Austin's landmarks and soaking in the morning.
[00:08:15] - Halfway Motivation: Dedications to loved ones and finding strength in memories.
[00:13:10] - The Wall: Pushing through fatigue at mile 21 and finding mental resilience.
[00:15:35] - Marathon Milestone: Completing 26.2 miles under 4 hours and celebrating grit.
[00:16:50] - Post-Run Perspective: Embracing rest, recovery, and lessons learned.
[00:17:40] - Final Push: Tackling the last 8 miles and balancing goals with family life.
[00:19:05] - The Takeaway: Gratitude, growth, and the pursuit of what’s possible.
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Lessons from running 5 miles a day for 110 days.
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Have you ever thought about running 5 miles a day for a month? What about 3 months? CJ never thought he would either. But now it has been 110 days of running 5 miles per day and he is reflecting on the initial challenges, the unexpected benefits, and the deep self-reflection that came with committing to this challenge. From battling distractions and social media influences to reconnecting with ...
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КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @maddieskowronek4042
    @maddieskowronek4042 День тому

    meep

  • @Black.mountain._
    @Black.mountain._ 7 днів тому

    Got that same rack. Love it. Solid piece.

  • @Hunterblox-u8v
    @Hunterblox-u8v 15 днів тому

    Bruh😊

  • @grandaddy7638
    @grandaddy7638 16 днів тому

    Wow this is the video I needed thanks you talked about everything everyone else didn’t only thing I didn’t see was the link for the lighting pole thanks again for the video

  • @coboisarapatanas
    @coboisarapatanas 21 день тому

    You missed tip number 9 and that's the main one that takes you to the finish line. And you can't buy it and can't change it...and drum role is: put the work in

  • @greenturtle321
    @greenturtle321 22 дні тому

    Nice job. Thanks.

  • @tianlotter2514
    @tianlotter2514 23 дні тому

    Well done good video

  • @atropinecaffeine
    @atropinecaffeine 26 днів тому

    Can you list what specifically looking for/reject in a vest?

  • @CSNCSNCSN
    @CSNCSNCSN Місяць тому

    Experimenting with new nutrition (as with any "gear") on raceday is wildly unwise. The numbers mean nothing if you can't tolerate it.

    • @CJFinley
      @CJFinley Місяць тому

      @@CSNCSNCSN agree. If performance is the purpose testing in training is optimal. Yet, wisdom comes from EXPERIMENTING, so in my case, when the run is just for fun and I’d rather F around and find out, wisdom can and was gained. Plus, I knew that no matter how I felt from it I can grit out a 50k, longer distances a much different story LOL.

  • @jeffishere887
    @jeffishere887 Місяць тому

    So inspirational man 💪, I’m getting back to running after almost 2 months of break from injury and although it gonna be tough at the start, if I stick with it I’ll js be like you one day. Stay blessed

  • @striperseeker
    @striperseeker Місяць тому

    Failure isn't in your vocabulary. Awesome job. Great example of pushing oneself past where we think we can go. Your son's laugh is so infectious and uplifting.

  • @sunnydasanii
    @sunnydasanii Місяць тому

    I do cold hot cold an so forth Cold plunge an hot baths just my bath tub

  • @sparkinlarkin
    @sparkinlarkin Місяць тому

    Selling too much stuff, put me way off your content bro

  • @yike74
    @yike74 Місяць тому

    I agree with the changing clothes for sure. Doing my 5th race of the year on Sunday, shouldn’t be too hot. But when you sweat, a LOT, That sweat has salt. That salt crystallizes to some extent as it dries in your clothes. That’s harsh even with whatever body lube you wear… change your shorts if/when you can!!

  • @elliottortiz2
    @elliottortiz2 2 місяці тому

    In what order do you do contrast therapy?

  • @marcor1215
    @marcor1215 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for this very inspirational, and helpful video.

  • @ieshawshank1
    @ieshawshank1 2 місяці тому

    Hello Charles. I’m a Nigerian in Nigeria and I just started the same challenge of 5miles, mainly to bolster my Mental health which have suffered a lot in the past years. I’m a father of three and I’m 37. Thank you for your realness and relatability, I find your context refreshing and sincere. I am looking forward to more of your content.

  • @BradyKeegs
    @BradyKeegs 2 місяці тому

    You’re my hero Charles

    • @CJFinley
      @CJFinley 2 місяці тому

      Making me blush.

  • @Abdulrhman.Hamdon
    @Abdulrhman.Hamdon 2 місяці тому

    I am doing my first 50k next Saturday, Thank you for the video i am more exited now 🔥🔥🔥

  • @sammyhoffman4142
    @sammyhoffman4142 2 місяці тому

    Wow good for u

  • @video_viral_pro
    @video_viral_pro 2 місяці тому

    This video was so inspiring! Your guidance feels both practical and deeply motivational. Thank you for sharing these powerful insights!"

  • @kpt3462
    @kpt3462 2 місяці тому

    This is so good. By experience, I know this to be true. It has so many benefits, especialy for women, your hormones are balanced, you sleep better, you don't have brain fog, you sleep earlier and wake up more refreshed, etc

  • @Noneya4L
    @Noneya4L 2 місяці тому

    What was the weight for the sandbags, sled and ball throw?

  • @Ilovepoopin
    @Ilovepoopin 2 місяці тому

    Im going hunting this week. I cant wait to do this!

  • @yatior
    @yatior 2 місяці тому

    blue zone topic is great

  • @Iamyolomonkey-ed2gh
    @Iamyolomonkey-ed2gh 3 місяці тому

    Well done. All of our society hates marriage and having children. They say things like this, but they’re wrong. Good job sir

  • @Kopiscorner
    @Kopiscorner 3 місяці тому

    Nice video thank you.

  • @fergusbray3329
    @fergusbray3329 3 місяці тому

    I would run so fast to not hear these two guys play those songs behind me haha All jokes aside, thnaks for the video ! Running my first solo 50k in December, can't wait !

    • @CJFinley
      @CJFinley 3 місяці тому

      HAHAH aka we would help get you a faster time! Goodluck on your race! Which one are you looking at doing? I am always looking to learn about what different races are out there.

    • @fergusbray3329
      @fergusbray3329 3 місяці тому

      @@CJFinley I'm doing a solo 50k around my area! (no official race or anything, just me lol). I was supposed to de the malaga marathon but flights and hotel costs did not make sense for me so I was like fuck it imma just run 50k around my house instead. (Also the fam is here for christmas so I can get to see them more instead of going to malaga )

  • @striperseeker
    @striperseeker 3 місяці тому

    the dedication is awesome - to both yourself and the family. Good luck in Dallas!!

    • @CJFinley
      @CJFinley 3 місяці тому

      I appreciate you! Focusing on what I can control and working hard to get better each day.

  • @bjoernfischer
    @bjoernfischer 3 місяці тому

    holding the ski erg down and give to her is acutally not legal as far as the technical briefing goes

  • @striperseeker
    @striperseeker 3 місяці тому

    Great video. I love the five (5) F"s of fatherhood.

    • @CJFinley
      @CJFinley 3 місяці тому

      @@striperseeker thank you 🙏. It definitely helps me on a daily basis to remained focused on what must be top priority.

  • @DanielDonohoo
    @DanielDonohoo 3 місяці тому

    First time watching.( and I subscribed!) You guys are great and inspiring. Look forward to following your success!

    • @CJFinley
      @CJFinley 3 місяці тому

      @@DanielDonohoo I appreciate this more than you know! Thanks for the sub, and we are working hard behind the scenes to continue to level up the value we can bring to others. Hope all is well in your world! #thriveon

  • @Nursemidratz
    @Nursemidratz 3 місяці тому

    Uncrustables

  • @stephengwalker8714
    @stephengwalker8714 3 місяці тому

    Good job wife! Man dude encourage your wife! 7 months out of birth!!!!!

    • @CJFinley
      @CJFinley 3 місяці тому

      Thanks for your time and comment. If I was not encouraging to her throughout training and on race day...she would damn sure not race with me! She expects the most from me, and I give her everything I have both in the arena and behind the scenes. When your wife is a competitor, and you have the relationship that we do, the arena during race day is our place to purely be athletes. Those who get it, get it. So if it comes off like I am not supportivem and amazed by her accomplishments, then I cannot fault you for your opinion. But the reality is she is my hero day in and day out. Peek my other content and you will see that sir!

  • @mariopejovic
    @mariopejovic 4 місяці тому

    this summer I did my first and only trail race, 40k with close to 2k elevation, but with almost no proper preparation (few 5-6k runs before). but what helped me, and what people often forget, is how walking is important for long runs, especially trail races. you will have to climb hills and mountains. road runners quit this race, it was too steep and hilly for them, too hot etc. going on flat surface vs hills and mountains is a lot different. lucky for me, I live on a hill, surrounded by mountains, so I climb a lot every day, and I walk 18+k steps a day, so that really saved me on my race. try to throw in hikes here and there, don't just run. and I'm with you guys, I hate road running. I'm 191cm, 110kg guy ( that's about 6'3", 240lbs). pavement just wrecks my already messed up back. started running more regularly lately, with my dog, got some meadows and hilly parts, so up and down, and all around. my dog gets tired, and I have something to do for that hour or so :). so, tip no.2: get a dog, great for your conditioning :D great video and great tips guys!

  • @mariopejovic
    @mariopejovic 4 місяці тому

    this summer I did 40k trail run, with almost 2.000 meters of elevation, without any proper preparation. I think I had like 3-4 runs of about 5k and that's about it. I even didn't tested food I was going to eat, just bought some rum-chocholate bars and ate that, plus food at aid stations. thing that helped me was that I almost every day went on 8-10k walks with my dog, and in general, I walk 15-19k steps a day. would it be easier if I prepared for this race? sure, it would. was my approach smart? definitely not. but it was fun like hell. I understand your "no coach" approach. it's fun to do something like this just for fun. for next year, I'm thinking about signing up for 60k trail race, with over 3.700m elevation. but for that I really need to prepare. my biggest tip for anyone planning to do long trail race is just have fun. at worst, you can quit mid race and no shame in that. my second tip: put some toilette paper in zip lock bag. it can be handy. don't ask me how I know :D

    • @CJFinley
      @CJFinley 4 місяці тому

      hahaha love your toilet paper tip! I should have put that in there because I do something similar. I actually have an autoimmune disease that impacts my gut so I always have wet wipes with me when I do long runs. Thanks for watching and the response. It means a lot!

  • @neldaheath2588
    @neldaheath2588 4 місяці тому

    Love that song ❤

  • @BeautifullyBrokenWorld
    @BeautifullyBrokenWorld 4 місяці тому

    So friggin inspiring CJ!🎉❤

    • @CJFinley
      @CJFinley 4 місяці тому

      I appreciate you Freddie! Focused on 1% better everyday 🙏

  • @bluesmoke006
    @bluesmoke006 4 місяці тому

    Do you think you could have done 10-miles a day?

    • @CJFinley
      @CJFinley 4 місяці тому

      @@bluesmoke006 simple answer yes. But that would have taken too much of a toll on me showing up in other areas of my life. Upon reflecting more on this, what I think I was after was what’s the right mileage that challenges me mentally/physically without exhausting me, but also helps me find that upper limit of my current self. And after doing it I believe 5 miles was the right choice. The beauty of this however is that if I keep going, which I plan to, I’ll be able to increase that upper limit to 6/7/8 miles in the future. Thanks for the great question Corey!

  • @chrisspiers9218
    @chrisspiers9218 4 місяці тому

    Hi where is your baseball cap from ? Great video btw

    • @CJFinley
      @CJFinley 3 місяці тому

      alteregorunning.com/ great company and great hats. Tell them I sent you! :)

  • @Shortofheight
    @Shortofheight 4 місяці тому

    Someone is sleeping on the couch for not mentioning something important

  • @teffytang5467
    @teffytang5467 4 місяці тому

    Really useful tips, esp about sled pull. Got inspired a lot. Thanks!

  • @jayasreesaradamma3654
    @jayasreesaradamma3654 4 місяці тому

    Highly inspiring and authentic

  • @Souls4bkfst
    @Souls4bkfst 4 місяці тому

    Have you had troubles with shin splints with the daily running?

  • @amyperez9004
    @amyperez9004 4 місяці тому

    What an amazing video. The whole thing gave me chills…and the part where my Dad starts to get emotional when Peter called him up ❤ Thank you for this, CJ, and for enduring the course!! And thank you personally for these memories we can share with our family and friends. Be well & see you next year!!

  • @SampathLokuge
    @SampathLokuge 5 місяців тому

    Nice. How long have you practiced this now?

  • @kaneidareyue7715
    @kaneidareyue7715 5 місяців тому

    Be careful of the serial killer on that lake. Make sure you bring mace or a weapon next time.

  • @Christina_the_Astonishing
    @Christina_the_Astonishing 5 місяців тому

    I love that this guy, Jeff, eats plant based!! 🥬🍇🍍🧡😊

  • @BradyKeegs
    @BradyKeegs 5 місяців тому

    Locked in on life. Inspired by you everyday, my friend

  • @geancombs2
    @geancombs2 5 місяців тому

    We made it yesterday in 52 minutes. Greetings from Germany.

    • @CJFinley
      @CJFinley 5 місяців тому

      @@geancombs2 great work!

    • @geancombs2
      @geancombs2 5 місяців тому

      @@CJFinley Thx Dude 4 your content.

    • @CJFinley
      @CJFinley 5 місяців тому

      @@geancombs2 appreciate you! If you don't mind me asking, what was the toughest part for you?!

    • @geancombs2
      @geancombs2 5 місяців тому

      @@CJFinley Before I thought it will be the push ups at the Burpees, because of my weak shoulders. But on doing it, it was the lunges, after the jumps from the Burpees... my legs never hurt so much before 😂