90 Days To Overcome The HARDEST CHALLENGE Of My Life (Ironman 70.3 triathlon)

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  • With Jay recently doing an Ironman, i put it on my list to complete a half ironman 70.3 and then build my way up for a full distance triathlon. With no experience and only 90 days to train, it wasn't going to be easy!!!
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 165

  • @brothatwasepic
    @brothatwasepic 8 місяців тому +1

    Great job. Three months ago I couldn't swim not even doggy paddle. I just did my first sprint triathlon last week!!!

  • @TriFitwithTimandAmanda
    @TriFitwithTimandAmanda 3 роки тому +6

    Loved your open water swimming honesty, it’s not for the faint hearted, well done.

  • @MarySpender
    @MarySpender 3 роки тому +5

    So inspirational! Incredible filmmaking too!

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      Thanks Mary, really appreciate that!!

  • @roberthodgson3574
    @roberthodgson3574 2 роки тому +3

    It's clear that you two have such a strong, supportive relationship. Kelsey, you were incredible. #AnythingIsPossible.

  • @HankEyring
    @HankEyring 3 роки тому +30

    Amazing. I teared up a bit watching this one. You’re an inspiration Kels. And Jay, it goes without saying that you’re an absolute rockstar as well. So proud of both of you.

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому +3

      Aww haha thanks for always being so supportive Hank, means a lot! 😊

  • @meganmittermayer4905
    @meganmittermayer4905 Рік тому +2

    Currently watching this as I’m in my first week of training for my first half in South Africa, you’re absolutely amazing! Thank you for the inspiration 🎉

    • @TheMorningexercise
      @TheMorningexercise Рік тому

      Am in the exact same boat for 70.3 UK

    • @aznmuhammad1331
      @aznmuhammad1331 11 місяців тому

      I was very sceptical about doing my 70.3 but after watching this I am definitely going to do it. 70.3 in South Africa as well 🙌

  • @jerrybrooks870
    @jerrybrooks870 3 роки тому +7

    Proud of you, Kelsey for finishing in spite of everything. Both of y'all are amazing people. By the way, swimming with gators will give you incentive to swim faster.

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      Thanks Jerry! Haha, definitely made me want to get out of the water as soon as possible!

  • @TheHiveDrive
    @TheHiveDrive 3 роки тому +4

    SOOO inspiring. So emotional and beautiful to watch. The whole fam watched this episode together and we all just left feeling so inspired to dream and do! You guys are just the best and we’re sorry proud to know ya!

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      You guys are the best, thank you 😘🥰❤️

  • @nickshields3438
    @nickshields3438 3 роки тому +4

    WAIT WHAT!! I ran that race as well and totally recognize you guys from race day! Congrats on finishing, that's a huge accomplishment

  • @patricia_w
    @patricia_w 3 роки тому +6

    Well done ! Crossing that finish line in a race brings an amazing feeling :D I am doing my first 70.3 in May and I really want to do it sub 6h.

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      That’s so exciting. Good luck to you!!

  • @jeangil671
    @jeangil671 2 роки тому

    I have seen a lot of videos and I didn’t see nothing more inspirational than your thanks….going for it

  • @Brisk1324
    @Brisk1324 2 роки тому +1

    You two had me in tears! Thanks for sharing your journey and inspiring me to continue chasing my dream of doing a 70.3!

  • @iamhamantha
    @iamhamantha Рік тому

    I don’t know why, but this made me cry. You are such an inspiration. Thank you! I’m signing up for my first 70.3 🥰

  • @eileenodonnellsculptor
    @eileenodonnellsculptor 3 роки тому

    Wooohooo! Yes! Kelsey you are so inspiring- you fought your way back and conquered- you rock! And Jay coming back after his injury,! It was so lovely to see you supporting each other. Loved this vid!

  • @conniel186
    @conniel186 3 роки тому +1

    Congratulations guys! You both did amazing! You inspire me to try my hand at another tri. I did my first several years ago before having kids. 3 kids later I have no time for training but I know one day I will.

  • @Thegmoney04
    @Thegmoney04 3 роки тому +3

    OMG i was at this race as well it was also my first 70.3 , they say that bike course is flat IT IS DEFINATLY NOT FLAT LOL! and the first hill on that run was a big kicker however the locals in the neighborhoods cheering us on really helped a lot

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому +2

      It definitely was not flat. Made me a little nervous to try the courses that say rolling hills 😳 congrats on the race!!

  • @JeffCrumbaughTX
    @JeffCrumbaughTX 2 роки тому

    Congrats Kelsey!! Having just completed my first Half IM last weekend I can attest to everything you stated. Now on to conquering a full distance IM. Keep kicking a$$!! #DoSomethingUncomfortableEveryDay

  • @motoarch
    @motoarch 3 роки тому

    Not sure how I came across this video but happy I did. The two of you are really sweet. Thanks for sharing your experience.

  • @Bukoe
    @Bukoe Рік тому

    I did Triathlons for 8 years. ½ and full distances.. I never had a Crash on my bike and I did at least 2000miles outside every year .. But I love to see people struggle and overcome fears .=) all best of luck in the future .=)

  • @sequoia805
    @sequoia805 3 роки тому +1

    You did it! Congratulations.

  • @pamrawlins4226
    @pamrawlins4226 3 роки тому

    So proud of you young folks striving to be a better you!!! Love your journey!! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!! Take life
    by the tail!! Blessings and hugs sent your way!!! 🎄🙏☃️🫂❤️🎉🎊🥂

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому +1

      Sending love to you Pam, thanks so much!! Happy holidays ❤️❤️

  • @Duchessjo44
    @Duchessjo44 3 роки тому +1

    Oh my gosh. You two are both an inspiration, but Kels? Wow! Kudos to you for overcoming very real and understandable fears and concerns. I can't even tell you how impressed and proud of both of you I am! And I love how much Jay loves you. We need more people like both of you in this world! Congratulations and Merry Christmas! ❤❤

  • @markkirkpatrick6997
    @markkirkpatrick6997 3 роки тому +2

    Amazing am doing my 1st this year at the age of 55 🤞

  • @persiomorassutti266
    @persiomorassutti266 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome! Congrats on pursuing and making the challenge a reality!! Such an inspiration!

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      Thanks Persio, means a lot 😊

  • @Meghanandmatt
    @Meghanandmatt 3 роки тому

    OK IM CRYINGGGGGG NOW. You did awesome Kels. This was so amazing to watch. So happy to have seen you train for at least a day leading up to this race. You’re amazing , both of you!!

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому +1

      Haha aww thanks you guys!! Glad you get to see some of the chaos leading up to it 😂❤️

    • @Meghanandmatt
      @Meghanandmatt 3 роки тому

      @@KelsAndJay makes it even more impressive!!

  • @Rosie-jx6jo
    @Rosie-jx6jo 3 роки тому +1

    Congrats to the two of you, but especially Kels! 👏👍🙌🏻 Have a fantastic Christmas and quick healing of all the cuts and scrapes!

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      Thanks Rosie, you're the best 😊❤️ Happy Holidays✨🎄

  • @elcoi8795
    @elcoi8795 3 роки тому

    Keep training.. I just went to support my brother rin law in cozumel for one in November... It was his first full ironman. And so impressive keep it up

  • @suewiltshire8092
    @suewiltshire8092 3 роки тому

    Kels, you made me cry, you did so brilliantly, huge congratulations. Have a great Christmas, stay safe x

  • @wendyraymond1751
    @wendyraymond1751 3 роки тому

    Congratulations ..that had me tears so very proud of you both you are both so amazing ..sure pippa well.proud .. Kels pray you heal quickly you blew me away ...so.inspiring thanku for sharing much love and God bless always x

  • @sarawarrener2193
    @sarawarrener2193 3 роки тому

    Congratulations you guys. You both did amazing. Kels you conquered all those fears and you persevered and didn’t give up 🎂🎉🎉👏😊

  • @laurareynolds6603
    @laurareynolds6603 3 роки тому +1

    Wow Kelsey you did fantastic and I am proud of you.. Merry Christmas you two!!!

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      Thanks Laura, that means a lot 🥺❤️ merry Christmas, hope it's wonderful!!

  • @valeriarestrepo7275
    @valeriarestrepo7275 3 роки тому +8

    I genuinely started shedding a couple of tears as you crossed that finish line!
    Good job you guys you are so inspirational!

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      Haha aw that's so sweet, thank you valeria 😊❤️

  • @juliedorey5254
    @juliedorey5254 3 роки тому +2

    That was amazing. You should be so proud of yourself 👏👏👏

  • @davidamberlove
    @davidamberlove 3 роки тому +1

    Congrats and thank you for being an inspiration to better ourselves!! I about cried when Jay said you asked about Pippa 😭 always thinking of others. You're good people!!

  • @abbyself
    @abbyself 3 роки тому +2

    Way to go Kelsey!!! That’s so incredible what you both accomplished!

  • @xavierpendrag0n
    @xavierpendrag0n 3 роки тому

    Amazing display of "If not now, When?" I needed that video. Thank You.

  • @barbarawatson8612
    @barbarawatson8612 3 роки тому

    Wow! You all are amazing! Kelsey congrats to you! You are an inspiration ! Congrats to both of you!

  • @christinecharbonneau5165
    @christinecharbonneau5165 3 роки тому

    Kelsey, I am so proud of you! I am actually crying (as I'm stuffing my face with ridiculously fattening and delicious cookies). I don't why, but it hit me watching after you got thru the swim and then all the way through the end. I think because it reminded me of watching my son's father training and then competing in the Lake Tahoe Relay Run. The comradery and excitement of the whole thing with not just his team but all that were in this just inspired me. So I organized a women's team and did my very first intense run, 10.5 miles at 7000 feet altitude. I had only just started running at all, that January with my first run being a 7 miler. About a month into training I tore my hamstring really bad and had to back off of training. But I didn't wait amount of time I was told to and was back training within a couple weeks averaging about 30 miles a week. I was the second to last to finish being the last leg on my team. But I had so much fun that I did it again the next year. My team came in 2nd place in the women's division this time. The feeling was exhilarating! This was a long time ago, but the memories of this just came flooding back as I watched you in this. You should feel really good about yourself my niece. You didn't quit. You didn't let your anxiety or fears stop you. And congratulations to you as well Jamie, you are killing it! You both have been inspirational and it warms my heart to see you both in these videos. Much love from your aunty!!

  • @azulagirl325
    @azulagirl325 3 роки тому

    Woot woot!!!! Great job Kels!!!! You crushed your first half iron man!!! Such a huge accomplishment!!!! The both of you are so inspiring!!! Great job to you too Jay! You’re both rockstars. Have a very Merry Christmas!!!

  • @celiapereira5223
    @celiapereira5223 3 роки тому

    Congrats 👏👏🎉 Kels and Jay for been such a supportive hubby... Merry Christmas ☃️🌲 guys 👍💯

  • @janfranzen3124
    @janfranzen3124 2 роки тому

    Hey, you do great! Big motivation, Bagger than the well known heroes because most of us do not reach their level. But as you do we also are searching for Our individual level. All the best to all of us!

  • @DMaster81
    @DMaster81 Рік тому

    Amazing accomplishment to go from barely being able to swim to finishing a half Ironman in a few months!

  • @martinbacerra
    @martinbacerra 3 роки тому

    This video is amazing. I will be doing my first Triathlon this year. I haven’t been in a pool in 10 years. Your video inspires me !!!

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      That makes me so happy hear, thank you!! You've got this 💪🏻

  • @robertchristian4679
    @robertchristian4679 3 роки тому

    Congratulations Kels and atleast you have Jay besides your side to root for you

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      Thanks bob! Yeah I'm very lucky to have jay, he's the best support system 🥰

    • @robertchristian4679
      @robertchristian4679 3 роки тому

      @@KelsAndJay your welcome and I know he loves you so much

  • @shawnthebeliever
    @shawnthebeliever 3 роки тому

    Great job you guys!!! Thanks for taking us along!

  • @Foxy_Fabrications
    @Foxy_Fabrications Рік тому

    Fantastic video I can't wait to do first one here in a month in Boulder, CO

  • @neisabel86
    @neisabel86 3 роки тому

    Kels is wonder woman go girl get it 🥰

  • @mayoroftrash6667
    @mayoroftrash6667 2 роки тому

    welp, i was thinking about signing up for a half ironman and this just inspired me to commit and do it!!

  • @onwardbound
    @onwardbound 3 роки тому

    Way to go! So inspirational! You two just keep getting more and more amazing in everything you do!

  • @kristofarus7832
    @kristofarus7832 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much! My First 70.3 is in two weeks an im so scared. Watching UA-cam Video helped a lot.

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  2 роки тому

      Are you going to Augusta? Jays racing that one. You'll do great!!

  • @kaylinkoopmans3798
    @kaylinkoopmans3798 2 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing your journey! I’m doing my first one in December and thankful to see your video

  • @davepalmetto
    @davepalmetto 3 роки тому

    Have fun and take care and merry Christmas and happy new year

  • @magnumpi2326
    @magnumpi2326 3 роки тому

    You guys are awesome!!you make the most inspiring and positive content !!thank you for sharing your life with us!

  • @debbiewynne8108
    @debbiewynne8108 3 роки тому +1

    Now if this doesn't motivate...nothing will! Bravo to you both 👏 Kels, you're an incredible woman who has truly faced her fear and done it anyway 🥰 Jay, well we know you're a rock but you've given support and incouragement when Kels really needed, that's the mark of a man 😊 Change is scary, especially when viewed from the outside but once you start your journey and learn to battle your mind and self imposed limits, it's an exciting new dawn that's unforgettable 💕💕💕 wishing you both and Pippa a very Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 🎉

  • @djscootersmooth9467
    @djscootersmooth9467 2 роки тому

    Great job pushing forward after the fall.
    #AlwaysKeepMoveingForward

  • @UsPlusaBus
    @UsPlusaBus 3 роки тому

    Way to go both of you!! This is super inspiring

  • @gourami7
    @gourami7 3 роки тому

    Great race Kels, thats a pretty tough race debut, huge congratulations finishing after that crash !

  • @509daring
    @509daring 3 роки тому

    No way, we missed you there 😫… well done! 👍🏻 sorry, about your crash. DNF is no option. Great🤙🏻

  • @juliaarnold890
    @juliaarnold890 3 роки тому

    Awesome and congratulations, too both of you. Happy Christmas and can’t wait to see what you get up to in 2022 🥂

  • @BartBourg
    @BartBourg 2 роки тому +1

    Not gonna lie. When you passed the finish line, I teared up. 🥲
    You’re an absolute BEAST, Kels. ✌️

  • @vr3307
    @vr3307 3 роки тому

    Congrats on your finish and a wonderful video! Thanks for sharing!

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      Thanks David, appreciate that!

  • @AnAussieinAmerica
    @AnAussieinAmerica 3 роки тому +2

    Well done, this is awesome…. You two are incredible

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you, so are you! 😊

  • @BomChelle0617
    @BomChelle0617 3 роки тому

    Such an inspiration! So encouraged by you!

  • @brigettekillion7994
    @brigettekillion7994 3 роки тому

    Congratulations!!! Hope you heal quickly 🎉

  • @Taylorlovesmason13
    @Taylorlovesmason13 3 роки тому

    So proud of you guys !!!
    This video made me emotional !!
    You guys rock

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      Aww thank you! Hope you and your beautiful family are doing well 🥰❤️

  • @mscarlarn
    @mscarlarn 3 роки тому

    Strong work Kels! And you too Jay.

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      Haha thanks Carla 💪🏻❤️

  • @vishalkulkarni4128
    @vishalkulkarni4128 3 роки тому

    Well done, congratulations Kels.

  • @tammyhall8495
    @tammyhall8495 3 роки тому

    So proud of you guys ‼️💪💪Merry Christmas 🎄

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      Thanks Tammy, merry Christmas to you too! 🎄❤️

  • @RobHale81
    @RobHale81 3 роки тому

    Nice job finishing. Ive wanted to quit a few of my 70.3s too. Way to gut it out. Definitely not easy.

  • @yolo801
    @yolo801 2 роки тому

    Both of you are SUPER; god bless you !

  • @JacquesSantosGalax
    @JacquesSantosGalax 2 роки тому

    Congrats! Super cool real life video!

  • @Landonlawrence89
    @Landonlawrence89 2 роки тому

    Really was wanting him to sing “We are the champions” 😜

  • @shaynapearlman
    @shaynapearlman 3 роки тому

    So this is crazy I was just scrolling on youtube and this video just popped up on my page. I also just did ironman 70.3 haines city (which was also my first 70.3) and can so resonate with everything you are saying! The way you described how challenging this event is was so well spoken. I also fell off my bike (except less than 5 minutes in) and scraped up my knee pretty bad. It definitely was such a stab in the back like the race was hard enough already. I think its so dope you guys live in a van, thats a dream of mine one day... Anyways congrats on finishing, it is such a huge accomplishment and maybe I'll see you at a future race!

  • @dbo4506
    @dbo4506 2 роки тому

    “I can’t touch I can’t touch” stands up in waste high water 😂😂😂 solid effort though! Open water is daunting for a lot of people.

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  2 роки тому

      😂😂🙉 I laugh at myself too during that part hahah. Thank you!!

  • @solodad001
    @solodad001 Рік тому

    Swim in the ocean looking like a seal. Bummer on the crash. Good job btw!

  • @jeannecheles2047
    @jeannecheles2047 3 роки тому

    My sister just finished her 1st 1/2 Ironman, in FL, it was grueling! That said you can do it! It was the same 1/2 Ironman!

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому +1

      Tell your sister congrats!! It's definitely possible for anyone who wants it bad enough 👌🏼

  • @laruedouglas7972
    @laruedouglas7972 3 роки тому

    Good job Kels.👍 Merry Christmas to you both. 🤶🎅

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому +1

      Merry Christmas LaRue! 🎄❤️

  • @MehaulUhaul
    @MehaulUhaul 3 роки тому

    What a great adventure! Thanks for sharing!!

  • @richardrawlins7950
    @richardrawlins7950 3 роки тому

    Wow awesome job kels you and Jay Pam and I would like to wish you guys a Merry Christmas 🎄 and hope you two have a great day we love you guys by

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      Thank you, merry Christmas to you guys! ❤️❤️

  • @neilduncan584
    @neilduncan584 3 роки тому

    oh love this, an inspiration to all!

  • @martinsifrer3680
    @martinsifrer3680 2 роки тому

    Proud of you

  • @LeeScott78bassist
    @LeeScott78bassist 3 роки тому

    Hell yea y’all rocked ‼️🤘🏼

  • @krillinsadventures5999
    @krillinsadventures5999 3 роки тому

    Congrats!
    Prouds!

  • @c.victoriaritchie3466
    @c.victoriaritchie3466 3 роки тому

    Awesome congratulations 🎉🎉🎉

  • @justinhsueh1383
    @justinhsueh1383 3 роки тому

    Great job! it reminds of my frist 51.5 race......Thx for the video.

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      Hope it brought back good memories 😊 thanks Justin!

  • @mermaidvanvb
    @mermaidvanvb 3 роки тому

    Sprint distance is fun ... 1/2 or Full ... good for you 👍

  • @keonikaig9247
    @keonikaig9247 3 роки тому

    Congrats...
    May you both have
    HAPPY HOLIDAYS
    Love from Hawai'i

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      Thanks keonikai! I know you'll have a beautiful holiday season in Hawaii, hope it's an amazing one! ❤️

  • @eira777
    @eira777 3 роки тому +2

    I got so emotional watching this. Triathlon is one hell of a sport! Thank you for motivating me for next season and huge congratulations!

  • @maiashar8441
    @maiashar8441 3 роки тому

    Wow. What an accomplishment 👍👍👍

  • @AB-so3jv
    @AB-so3jv 3 роки тому

    Wow, amazing, congrats!!!!!

  • @Ivifitness_
    @Ivifitness_ 2 роки тому

    Great inspo!

  • @Jono01
    @Jono01 3 роки тому

    If this video doesn’t deserve a like and subscribe, I don’t know what does. Well done! 👍

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      Haha really appreciate that, thank you!

  • @dr.tommymartin
    @dr.tommymartin 3 роки тому

    Love this so so much

  • @TresChica88
    @TresChica88 3 роки тому

    WAY TO GO!!!

  • @ElevationEveryWeekend
    @ElevationEveryWeekend 3 роки тому

    Planning to do my first triathlon in 2022. I also can barely swim, so that will be my initial barrier. How do you like those Argon 18 bikes? It’s one of the ones I am considering. Congrats on completing despite the crash!

  • @doublepeople
    @doublepeople Рік тому

    What a great video 🎉😊

  • @maasunbound6561
    @maasunbound6561 3 роки тому

    Absolutely incredible!

  • @Dave-so7sf
    @Dave-so7sf 3 роки тому

    Nice job to the both of you. Now I promise you that you can complete a full Ironman.

    • @soberwarriorrunning2024
      @soberwarriorrunning2024 3 роки тому

      That's an amazing video! Congratulations on such a great accomplishment! So motivating!

  • @meladytwo
    @meladytwo 3 роки тому

    Awesome! You both did great!

    • @KelsAndJay
      @KelsAndJay  3 роки тому

      Means a lot, thanks melody 😊

  • @karenluar7235
    @karenluar7235 3 роки тому

    wooow, amazing, congrats 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 did you practice every day? How was the training routine? 😬😍