ALL OUT 800 meters vs. My High School Team!!
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- Опубліковано 13 тра 2024
- I started running track when I was a sophomore in high school (16yo). At that age I never thought I would one day become an Olympian! Fortunately, there were a few people at Bishop Kelly HS who believed in me. That's why I love to give back to the school whenever I'm home in Boise, Idaho. In this video I got a chance to race 800 meters against some of their fastest boys and girls!!
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Nick: "You know what's better than an 800? TWO 800'S"
Mile runners: 👁👄👁
I was an 800 guy till I discovered the mile, I'll never go back now
@Huntero because I'm better at it and I like it better
@Huntero wat
Huntero stop
I’m a 2 metre guy
I didn’t look closely enough at the picture and I thought maybe you’d be running with your own team from high school... in other words a bunch of 36-year-old dads...
32 to 36 year olds
Thought the same thing
Please do it
@@darknight0z Could be easier said than done! Not to mention demoralizing for the others...
Kyle T.T 32 to 39
Those are humble winners! Good for them!
Lvraiderchinkgang what are u saying?
Lvraiderchinkgang I can’t understand your words
Fine Art 😂😂😂😂
Lvraiderchinkgang it’s not that deep
2 lap is easy I got 6 months no running but think I can beat that boy time
Hearing this man be more proud of his high school awards than his Olympic achievements is wholesome as shit
True
I'm buying you some shoes
- I don't need shoes
You're getting shoes!
- I have shoes
We're going to go shopping
Can you imagine if she asked for heels haha
Thank god you typed it out for me, now I can understand the video better thanks.
@@tomasrolon5121
I typed it out for you
- I don't need it
I'm typing it out for you!
- Its in the video
Type type type
These kids are so ungrateful lol
@@VincesInHocSigno probably just humble /not wanting to take Nick's hard earned bubblegum money
crazy, that girl was 1second off of pb. she is going to have some massive prs this season because that looked easy
she argued with an olympian over his gift offer. Kids are spoiled to death now
@@stevenp9209 argued? or did she say that she didnt need a gift and she was there because she likes running and wanted to support his channel? Im not seeing anything spoiled here. Now, if he offered shoes with a price limit and she was like thats all i get, then thats a different story.
@@justintaylor3336 she can stay off my lawn
@@stevenp9209 You gotta chill out, dude. She wasn't acting spoiled, more just humble. She raced for the fun of it and probably didn't want him to spend his money on a stranger. I think that's admirable
@@stevenp9209 or she really didn't want shoes lmao
“You don’t have to have fancy shoes,fancy track or even a fancy watch to become a world class runner." Loved that.
Tuition for the school is over 9k per year so
Tons of respect for letting others win, Nick. It's clear as day you could have competed much harder but you recognized the benefit it has on the young athletes to be able to run alongside you. Moments like these are remembered by the average individual for a lifetime.
He's old
we all know you let her win
.....
You're a good man mr.symmonds
Was about to comment the same thing lol
he was trying to push her to hit a pr
He let the guys win as well
Ya, I have to think that’s true. He went 1:59 like 9 months ago right? And he’s in way better physical shape now.
@@justahuman3287 they smoked him
I was hoping you would wear the Bishop Kelly singlet that you wore in the USATF championships and nobody knew who you were😂
ha! I should have. You have a GREAT memory Parker!!!
I was just reading about that race last week! So funny!
Also, I'm subscribed to you Parker. Also I'm subbed to Nick 😃
@@nicksymmonds I once wore knee high neon green socks to a 3 mile race in 98 degree weather 😩
@@nicksymmonds Awesome to see you back at Bishop Kelly. I graduated just a couple years before you did. Your Mom was one of my favorite Teachers. Amazing school
I don’t know how on earth is the girls so fast😑😑😑😂😂😂
Hi Nick, I was a varsity runner until my sophomore year of high school but I quit after slipping at my xc qualifying race for WA State. Your videos have been inspiring me for the last few months to get back into top shape. If you ever stop by Seattle, I'd love to be a part of any video or run you may be doing. You are a huge inspiration to me and many others. Thank you
Nice. Good luck and train smart!
Good luck!
@@ryantherunner821 thanks! Just did a 9.5 mile long run today 😁
Gusi8898 wow, that’s not easy what is your 5k pb
@@ryantherunner821 My PR was 16.54, Sophomore year HS right before I stopped running XC for a while
Bro that girl tryina be honest saying she don’t need shoes and then Nick “YOU R GETTING SHOES”
when nick doesn't know the name of the person in the lead I just assume that person will lose the lead and not get interviewed. I was wrong this time.
same ^^
Your the definition of a world class athlete and a just a great genuine man. Props to you.
I applaud your demeanor. A happy person spreading that in 2020 is a welcome diversion. Thank you.
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"50 boys 50 girls" barely anybody is motivated to doing XC in my school. Especially the girls, we had one. And 19 boys.
Same we had less than 20 runners as well
Success breeds success in high school, once a school starts winning some meets it gets more kids to come out, it seems like the good teams are always good because it becomes a cool fun sport to do, while the bad teams stay bad because they just can’t get the numbers to come out. Have to start getting kids when they are young.
Bruh we had 3 boys and 4 girls . 2 of the girls were only there for fun
Same everyone at my school is like ugh xc
We had one freshman on our XC team last year. One girl. The rest were all juniors and seniors.
Hey Nick! New subscriber here. REALLY really awesome video! How amazing that you are there to inspire all of these kids! It's funny how cross-country runners can be kind of shy and soft-spoken, but I love how these winners are so humble!
I love your outgoing personality and your desire to bring all of this awesome content to us! Looking forward to more videos by you!!!
My high school didn’t even let us take off our shirts during track practice🤦🏼♂️
Same, I mean I never wanted to take off my shirt but other people wanted to and it wasn’t allowed 🤷🏾♀️
No one asked
Like tell your friends oh wait u don’t have friends
@@Futballsiuu lmao wow such a cool insult 😩 I’m so offended. I’m gonna go cry now
My high school cross country team said girls couldn't take off their shirts but guys could, but we did a lot of trail runs where coach couldn't see us so when it was 80-90° outside you can best believe we took our shirts off and did not care
Your videos are great they give me the motivation to start running!
I love that Nick isn’t sexist. Sometimes you see that towards women in sports, not with Nick! #Goat 🐐
HONEST ENGINE I completely disagree. Your reply sounds ignorant, and here is why. 1.) You don’t need to look for problems for them to exist. I’m not looking for problems, sexism is real, it exists, I’ve experienced it on several occasions. I was only making a positive statement about Nick from what I’ve noticed throughout his videos. I’d like to reiterate I said “sometimes”. I never said it happens all the time. I can only presume you’re a male because if you are female you should understand. 2.) Racism is an ongoing issue, it’s not something you look for, it’s there. Racism is systematic too. Maybe research info on such issues to comprehend why what you said shouldn’t be said. Prejudice is a real thing and I can assure you I, and many other people don’t search for it. Also making this political is disgusting. The democrats and the republicans are POS. If those are the people you look up to I’m sorry for you. Please know that it’s okay to change your perspective. You don’t have to be close minded. :)
HONEST ENGINE Wrong. I’m an extremely positive and joyful person. You’re delusional for blindly following a leader just because he fits your leftist views. I can see we as a society need to make progressive changes. That makes me open minded. Try expanding your surroundings and educate yourself. You will see the world doesn’t revolve around you and just because you don’t experience something doesn’t mean it isn’t an issue. Also you replied to my comment, don’t tell me to go away. Have a nice day :)
@@kenzieb4907 just don t listen to trolls lol
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Coach frog Babadingdong trump 2020
Hi Nick. Great vid like usual!
Nick I love your channel! It is super inspiring and entertaining! Keep it up!! ❤️❤️
So refreshing to see top people so humble.
Nick: hey everyone, Nick here FORMER OLYMPIAN... coz I went to the Olympics... twice! 🏅
Nothing but love man! I enjoy your stuff 😉
What did you do in Olympics?
@@elijahebbert6884 he was saying thats what Nick said
RIP the red track. Even still this is definitely one of the best tracks in the area. Ran a PR all but once on this track
Best personality in all of track. Bravo Nick! We love you!
I’m enjoying all these videos so much! You have so much positive energy and this vid was awesome!
Plus the shoe giveaway is so damn cool of you to do
Nick Symmonds: The GROAT
(Greatest Runner Of All Time)
hahah i like it! :D
lol nope
@@jeranimo.gaming prove it
America The Best Thing Ever clown
Chung Man GYTROAT (greatest running youtuber of all time)
Can’t wait to watch this
Hope you like it!
Great work Nick… You’re a good man!!!
Nick is such an inspiration and good role model
Let’s gooo! I’ve been waiting all morning
You should do it against teammates you had when you ran in high school
Always love watching your videos keep it up!
YO NICK!
Thank you for putting the book for free! I really appreciate it. Time to read🤩
My HS was stacked with middle distance runners. We had 12 guys at 2:00 and under. IL state champs. Our top guy was 1:49, next 1:51... disappointing for me as I was the 2:00 guy. Haha, but it was a great experience and I wouldn’t have traded it for any other sport.
- Long Green Line
Wow
Awesome.
@1stGuyGamez damn that’s super good
You guys are insane. Our fast guy runs 2:09 and I run 2:18 im second. 12 guys under 2 is actually completely crazy. The fastest guy I’ve ever seen (I’ve never watched regionals or state) ran a 2:01
Which high school?
My best 800m, actually measured as a half mile, (age 39, second year of running) was 2:28, outdoor asphalt/concrete, mostly straight. I had to step down over one curb to the street in the final block and almost face planted, barely caught my weight, but I had no idea my knees could be that weak near the end. I never ran a 800m on the track except as a second or third race, so didn't break 2:30. I had enough experience to say 800m is the toughest distance since I hate running that hard and having nothing left at the end.
Very good 👍👍
Worst part is the headache at the end
I live in Meridian Idaho and this was great to see. Thanks for posting.
Enjoyed that Nick👍 Quality editing👌
I want to see the 8 man elimination race, also nice vid, keep it up!
Fr bro I’m just waiting for that video
That one kids farmers tan was gnarly
Nickyyyyy hiiiiiiiii !!!!! You're such a good soul. I love your personality 😭 ❤️
Hey Nick, I'm past my competitive running years now, but as a half miler and miler in high school and college I remember watching you and being so inspired when you won the Pre Classic in 2007 with that killer kick. We would read running books (Running with the Buffaloes, Once a Runner) and watch that Pre movie with Jared Leto to gain inspiration. Its really cool to see you make these videos, interact with the next generation of American runners, and be able to directly inspire people in a way we never dreamed. I'm a big fan and love what your doing!
Man, your videos just keep getting better and better.
Thank you!!!
Congratulations Anna, Tyler and Daniel on beating Nick!
I grew up in Jerome Idaho. Bac’ 8n the 80s BK and Jerome were competing at the A2 division. I love what your doing to promote running and Fitness Nick. Keep it going!
I love these videos, they are so fun to watch!
If I had been in HS and got to run against an Olympian I would have been pumped for a whole season maybe more and beating one would have been a massive ego boost, what you did was super cool. That being said, Nick, I think you dogged both races - you have a sub 2:00 in you any given day.
"No thanks. I already have shoes", said no runner - ever. At least no runner I have ever met has uttered those words. I'm a marathon and ultra runner.
Hey Nick, I really love ur content. Ure one of my favourite youtubers
Some just talk the talk, you walk the walk! (Or should I say run the run!) Great example to many on remembering one's roots.
Hey Nick, I am watching from Nepal 🇳🇵. Lots of love brother.
You’re from Boise! Me too, I had no idea.
yep! Lived there till I was 18
Loved this video! Watching you from Chile 🇨🇱 best wishes for you :))
So cool to see you run with these guys! I run for bhs so it’s funny to see guys that I race against on youtube
Can you imagine if she asked for heels since she didn't need running shoes haha
Bruh
Casually asks for Red Bottoms
"I want some Jimmy Choos!"
At 4:56 you can see the crazy difference between the way nick places his feet versus the high schoolers
They are all overstriding as the camera catches them as they are slowing down post finish. However yes the amateur runners overstrode and most did a heel strike (classic sign of over stride) the whole race. They would be much benefited by some barefoot training!
@@Mike-Migliaccio
Agreed
Im an older masters runner and i used to heel strike
Not anymore after lots of barefoot training at the beach
They are heel striking no wonder their times are slow.
Love the videos Nick! Just subscribed
You doing a fantastic job with those kids, 🙏🏻
Hey Nick, how much time in between your warmup and the race do you usually leave yourself?
I aint nick but i usually go for about 10 minutes
that is a massive xc team
I'm surprised David Rudisha wasn't mentioned :/ I always like when Nick gives that man the respect he deserves 😂. Great video like always!!
You and ur team are so humble😊
Imagine If nick responded
THAT WOULD BE CRAZY!!! :D
@@nicksymmonds i want to race against u !!!!!!
@@nicksymmonds im in 8th grade and ran a 2:17 is thus good trying to get better😄
@@tlcsons2125 I ran the same time in grade 8.
TLC sons that’s bad, you should be around 1:50
Mean while we had 10 kids at the start of my cross country season my senior year and ended with like 7..... wish we had 100
i was thinking the same thing
You are still the best, Nick!!
You rock Nick. So fricking awesome. Hoping to be able to run with you one day too.
AH MAN! I grew up in Reno, NV and we used to pick up the giant cubes and do summer sledding too!
Sporting goods isle..... is that next to the sporting goods aisle ;)
Best state name ever, Idaho!
Idaho what you mean by that
I don’t even do cross country or track but I love your attitude. You seem like a good guy.
A loyal, supportive, and humble alumnus. S/o to you Man!
Nice viddd
Haven't watched but I hope you school these kids!
they kicked my butt!!!
The best youtube channel EVER!!!
Nick you need to do a race with your old track team mates from back in the day
That would be awesome
😊🏃🏼♂️👍
Maybe you have and i missed it??
Love watching your challenges
Im an older amateur runner from Australia
Watching your channel keeps me motivated to stay healthy and keep running in my older years
Cheers mate
👍🏃🏼♂️🍷
Had no clue you ran on a dirt track in high school! Do you think it helped prevent injuries and/or make you even faster when you would then race on a rubber track?
Got my first 800m of the season on Wednesday:)
It's so cool that you can race at your old school! Nice video
hey, Nick I just saw your Olympic 2012 race. You were amazing. I think it was your personal best. Love from Nepal.
Love the vid Nick! I’m in the UK... how can I pick up some run gum?
international orders for Run Gum can be placed at VitaCost.com
Nick Symmonds thanks Nick! Also, will the shoe giveaway be US only? I know sweepstake laws can be a bit annoying
@@nicksymmonds yo i had no idea you can get run gum outside US!!
Shoe choice is easy: the same one Cheptegei just used to break the 5K record, the Nike ZoomX Dragonfly.
Thanks for the e-book
Best you tuber! Love u nickkkk
He definitely needs a pair of Nike Dragonflys.
OMG!!! Looking at that those current records for your school I noticed your school record was 49.39 for the 400m. I would’ve beaten that record if I went to your school. My school didn’t keep our track records but I ran 49.34 my senior year at my class championships. I feel really validated as a former sprinter seeing that especially since I’m getting older.
Thats not his.
Was there watching in the background :)
You can see me at the beginning!!!
BK KNIGHTS FOR LIFE!!!!
Thank you for making your book available for free, I trust it will help me a lot
Kind of crazy to watch this. I only ran the 800 in comp once... 2:10... I could have almost won that one as a teenager back in the day. The funny thing is I was a 400m runner and had no idea how to run the 800m. I told my coach at the region meet that I wanted to try the 800m. He looked at me and said "But you don't have a qualifiying time....ah well you can probably run 2:25" He wrote 2:25 as my qualifying time..which put me in the "slow heat". The gun went off and having run open 400m and 400m X 4 relays all the time I went out like a bit of a rocket. I had now idea how fast or slow I was as I was trying to slow down to give myself a little energy. Turns out I built a 50m lead on the rest of the field. The crowd was going nuts... But I had gone out way fast. 58.5 first lap... took me over 1:12 for the second lap. I actually had the lead through 740 meters or slow. But over the last 60m two guys from the pack (One of them my teamate) chased me down and passed me for sub 2:10 times! I actually think the fastest guy from my slow heat qualified for the State meet of of his time. If I only had learned how to run a pair of 61s before that day I was capable of much faster. Just didn't know how to slow myself down. That was my Junior year... I never went back to train for the 800m again. I should've though. With the right training I would had potential to go sub 2:00. Good times. 400m and 800m are beasts but so FUN!
What state is there where just sub 2:10 is state qualifying?
That girl in second’s form was a little off? Her legs were a lil weird, it didn’t generate too much power
Yeah, if she fixes that she will greatly improve over longer distances because she is not running efficiently at all.
I run for Centennial High School just a few miles away! We love the BK 5k course and the BK team!
You’re one of the best human beings on & off the track
Woah Nick maybe cut back on the run gum a bit man you had enough energy for the whole team😂😂 not a bad thing though
I run cross country in Michigan and I have a meet tomorrow. I'm very exited my target time since it's my first meet is anything under 19 hoping for mid 18s. We got a bunch of football players because their season got postponed until spring so we have a massive team this year. When I say massive I mean barely 5 girls and like 9 boys our school is literly in the middle of a corn field and we're D4 lol. We haven't had a girls team in 2 years so I'm super exited＼(^o^)／
How did the meet go?
@@elijahebbert6884 pretty well I ran way too fast my first mile (5: 36) and a super slow last mile. My time was 18: 30 so exact of where I wanted to be. My goal is 17s for the next meet Wich is in like 2 weeks unfortunately. The other meets got cancelled rip.
Thanks for the book.
Hi Nick, I like your each and every videos. I like the runner who really run like BISON.
You said you there were 100 kids on the xc team!?! My school is one of the biggest in the district and we have a xc team that only has 20 kids going to practice 😔😔
Haha Nick I think you went easy on these guys. I remember you broke 2:00 min in the 800 a few months back in one of your videos
Marriage adds about 7 seconds per lap.
He did not go easy on them
You're really coming along and growing as an athlete, youtuber, and businessman. Great stuff!
How cool that you stay connected to your high school.