Your videos always seem to be posted at the perfect time! I'm resting right now as I just ran my first half marathon yesterday. I went into the race with low expectations because I think I was subconsciously categorizing the dozens of other participants as 'running people' or 'real athletes' and my mind was just set on not finishing last. At the starting line, I NEVER would've imagined that I'd finish in second place. It's the most surreal thing in the world, and something I had no clue I would ever be capable of doing. The thing you were saying about breaking the race into small checkpoints is really useful, as I definitely feel that there were times where I was thinking "oh crap I feel like dying and I still have 5 miles" that might've slowed me down. Breaking it down seems like it'd be a great way to stay mentally strong through the race. I didn't realize you were vegan! If you ever mentioned it in a video I must've missed it. Your potato bowl looked amazing! I feel like there's always a sort of social stigma around even talking about veganism, especially on the internet, but it'd really be awesome to hear about your journey and get some recipes if you're into nutritional eating! I'm always looking for new things to make. I just realized how long this comment was, whoops! Just wanted to thank you because it was your last ultrarunning video that inspired me to sign up for that thing spontaneously. It was awesome and inspiring to see your first 50km, great video!
in a world of expectations and fakeness, this video is a relaxing break of reality and authenticity. as a cross-country competitive runner, thank you for inspiring me to pursue my dreams of getting faster, (hopefully) running a marathon, and pushing through injuries and bad runs. thank you for being such a motivational force!!
i used to run and i only got up to being able to run 5k and then i fell off the wagon and succumbed to mental illness. seeing the moment you crossed the finish line has inspired me to find that passion for running again.
Something really cool that really pushes your out of your comfort zone is the run for your lives zombie race. It is annually held in Sweden (not sure if it exists in other countries) it’s basically a 6.5 kilometre run where you have three lives and along the way there are zombies trying to grab your lives and it’s really scary. Especially if you run late in the evening. It really pushed my comfort zone and it’s an amazing experience. Even if you don’t finish with all or a single life it’s an amazing experience. If you get the opportunity to try it, you definitely should! It’s life changing.
Adrian, you must be so proud of yourself! I don’t know how you managed to stay so positive throughout the whole thing. I love how you are so genuine and honest with your audience, UA-cam needs more people like that! Keep it up, you are clearly spreading a lot of positivity! 👍
you may not realize it but your videos have helped me and so many other people. i have anxiety and your videos have helped me calm down more times than i can count. you truly are an incredible human being. thank you for being you.
"Whether you think you can or can't, either way you're right" is such a good quote. Once again, I'm inspired to make sure I eat well and get some exercise - now that exams are over (and fingers crossed my degree) I can really focus on these things I've been missing a lot more, which I'm looking forward to
omg the worst and the best feeling was just presented: being nervous and excited at the same time about something. you were so brave to do this! congratulations!
This....this was probably one of the most inspiring videos I have ever watched. Your strength, determination, and excitement through the race, and just your wisdom and amazing advice, truly was an eye opener for me. It is absolutely astounding what you do and accomplish, and I'm sure your future is going to be full of fulfilled dreams and changed lives~ Thank you for this Adrian~ You are so fantastic~🧡🧡🧡💛💛💛
Adrian, thank you. I am a 19 y/o overweight vegetarian who’s been held back for so long by her own head, seeing all these people with perfect bodies and an incredible vegan diet making it look so easy - I’ve felt for so long that I was just a huge failure for not being able to stick to anything, be it regular exercise or a purely plant based diet. But the way you talk about how you used to drink and smoke and be the antithesis of a “sporty” person, the way you philosophise and just stress the importance of “one step at a time”, you’ve honestly inspired me beyond anything anyone else has to start running, and start making simple, healthy meals to lose the weight that’s kept me insecure for all of my teenage years, as well as gain the self respect I’ve lacked for so long by proving to myself that I can live a life independent of animal products and that I can be strong, healthy and motivated. You’re a wonderful human being Adrian, thank you for sharing. And well done!!! 😌🏅🏃🏽♂️
I don't why but i teared up a little when you reached the finish line haha. So proud of you for achieving something so massive and daunting in such a small time span. I've been wanting to start running for ages and i've found my inspiration so Thank You.
Started having an anxiety attack over late homework, came straight over here to see your positive videos and calming voice and persona and golly darn did it calm me down and give me strength
This is so inspiring. Honestly everything Adrian does is inspiring. Especially if you remember that this is what he's doing now, and he's only 21 years old. I can't even imagine how much more he will improve, and grow as he gets older.
This was incredible! Whilst I may not be running marathons and I'm certainly not as athletic as you, you've inspired me to get up and actually do all of the things that I've been putting off. I just wanted to say that you are a _huge_ inspiration and I hope that you find happiness in everything that you do.
I've been in one of the lowest points I've been at in a LONG long time and I really needed something like this. Every single one of your videos inspires me and lifts my spirits. I hate to bring any negativity here and I hope I'm not doing that, but I wanted to let you know how much this helped. You're always so deep and caring and it just really resonated with me. Bless you for this and for just being you. Love ya loads!!!
An ultramarathon looks like so much fun. Connecting back with nature and being with a community like that is incredible. I’m curious about running but I have asthma and worry about not being able to breathe well while running. It has never been something I was great at but seeing the connection you can have with nature is calling to me. Every video inspires me more congrats on completing the race man.
Woah dude- 3 months and your running a 50km? 3 months into my running (I was on cross country and ran 2-6 miles per day) and my fastest 5k from June-October was a 29:31! Keep working hard your clearly doing better than most
no but really, your videos inspire me so so much to things outside of my comfort zone. the only thing that i feel like is stopping me is my thoughts and self doubts but your videos, especially this one helps me so damn much on that, so thank you
honestly this was so inspiring like not even just with trying to be active but like just showing that the right mindset can help you push yourself through anything and I Really needed that right now, I loved this, thanks man
Honestly this is one of the best videos I’ve seen on UA-cam for a while because for once somebody isn’t romanticizing being lazy and allowing themselves to be heavily depressed and is actually working towards being themselves and the best version of themselves so please keep making more of these
As soon as I heard you talking about mindset at the beginning I knew you would overcome the obstacles put in front of you, absolute incredible positve mindset! Stunning effort to crack your first ultra after only 3 months of running, you should be incredibly proud of that achievement. How good are the nerves & fear though, they scare the shit out of me before any ultra but its incredible feeling to harness & overcome them.
I felt so connected when he said that if it was easy everyone would be doing it, I always say that to inspire my friends, but I guess I never take the same advice for myself. Thank you for making me realize that I need to take care of myself too.
This was the best ultra video I've seen because it was so incredibly relatable for me. I've signed up for a 50km race one month from now, and I've only been training for the last few months. AND I'm vegan. So wonderful to see this, thank you so much for sharing, from my heart to yours
I’m so thankful you decided to share this with us, Adrian. Not just this video but yourself as a person and this channel. Authentic and unscripted and honest and inspiring - you’re your own person and brilliantly so.
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Your awesome!!!!! I've started my running journey as well and have a marathon, a 50 k and a 50 mile to achieve by the end of the year. Your inspirational.
Honestly what an achievement Adrian. Next time I’m struggling to run my 10K I’ll think of your suffering in this vid and try and use some of your determination to push me along!
Absolutely amazing! As someone who struggles to do 5-8k on a treadmill, watching this was incredible! Also love how articulate you are in unscripted speech (especially after running 50k, my mind would be everywhere!)
Dear Adrian I have recently started to watch your videos, and I love it!! I love the way you show the world not only through a camera lens but rather the way you conceive and appreciate it, the way you edit your video feels like a story that one tells around a fire , it's so inviting and warm that I could spend hours just watching your videos Your smile just lights up your face and the screen, your personality is so inviting and your voice is comforting :)
this is awesome dude!! you really inspire me to get out there. i’ve been going on walks a whole lot recently just on my campus, and i couldn’t have imagined myself doing that just a year ago. keep on pushing and growing! i’m excited to see what will come next!
I've said it before. But once again, thank you for your inspiration! I did my first 5k last night and finished 5th in my age group. I can't wait to train up and continue to get better. I look forward to growing and watching you continue to inspire. Thank you again!
This is awesome Adrian, I am immensely proud of you! I swear your happiness and positivity is contagious I was smiling the whole way through. I'd like to say that you are definitely succeeding in your goal to help others. It means a lot to see someone out there trying to change the world for the better while encouraging others to do the same. x Also bless Toms Majors for helping you, he seems like a pretty cool dude!
Congratulations on your first 50K! I loved this video, especially your message behind it and how well you built up anticipation/nervousness in your storytelling in the first half. Kudos to your buddy for asking interesting questions as well! Just a thought for your next big race: please get the drone to follow you, that would get you some amazing shots I think :)
when i went to the gym i ran very well. then i stopped going there. now i can't even run a few kilometers! and i was fine without sports but now you've inspired me to start exercising again.
You know, it is amazing how fast my mood changes when I see that you uploaded a new video. These motivational speeches of yours really keep me going and inspire me not to give up, but to remember what I am striving for in life. You are amazing, and I don't know you very well - but I can still say I am proud of you. And you should be too. Quitting smoking and drinking and unhealthy habits must've been hard, and I appreciate that you made it and turned into an inspirational personality that wants to share its story with others, to help them.
You are truly Inspirational! I love where you are bringing your channel and can't wait to follow you through your journey. thank you for inspiring me in ways you couldn't believe! I'm going to start running !! thank you so much. here I was thinking, me run? impossible but you showed me that anyone can do it! you are going places I know it! keep reaching your goals and dreams! I wish you all the good vibes and energy in your life! thank you again!
I’ve never felt more unfit, but I really want you to know you are a very inspirational person, and I really appreciate your optimism, it’s mind opening and absolutely wonderful. Great job!
I loved this film, the story, the quality, everything. As a young, beginning runner without any athletic history or experience, it’s inspiring to see other runners my age testing their limits. As I was watching this, your words echoed all the lessons I’ve learned from my time on the trails, and I know this will be helpful to other runners. Congrats on your first ultra! I hope to see more great content from you in the future!
Hey Adrian! You are truly inspiring! Even though I’m not super into running or sports, you have inspired me to keep practicing my guitar. I’m 16 and I have trouble staying motivated to practice everyday but watching your videos and listening to the message you spread definitely keeps me motivated to keep going! I love your videos! Keep it up!
hey man, i just wanted to say i love your content and i think it's awesome that you're using your social platforms for postivity and helping and inspiring people 💕
One of my biggest inspirations, truly. Not only do you make me want to do more, your videos are so nice, calming, and just put off amazing vibes. love you!
I’ve been so excited for this video since you posted about the race on your insta story!! Honestly ok this is really inspiring because it seems so rewarding, but I really do have trouble pushing myself to just start things, if that makes sense. I always have the THOUGHT of like starting to run or even just eating with a certain diet or something but like,,,...,,idk there’s always a part of me that just thinks I won’t keep up with it so why even bother? Idk. Your videos have really shown me that it IS possible, though, and I’m starting to get more motivation to change myself. Thank you for these videos, and please keep it up!! Also, side note, did you ever run on treadmills? Or do you recommend running outside instead? I live in Downtown Austin so I’m kind of anxious when it comes to running outside, but I feel like treadmills are kinda? Shit for actually enjoying the run lmao. What do you think?
that's amazing to hear, thank you! I never run on treadmills because I'd always rather be outside, just do whatever works best for you. It can be scary at first but the more you do it the less scary it will become
watching you just before the race laughing and so excited was getting me so hyped and kept me smiling!! i love how you just engage and just love what you’re doing and sharing with us like this!! probably my favorite video of yours right now!! great job adrian super proud of you!!
Wow I've been wanting to start up running again but I felt like my body wouldn't be able to handle it but watching this video is honestly so inspiring 🖤 There's just something so wholesome and calm about your videos that just makes me want to be a better person
This was incredibly inspiring to watch. Your passion and joy for running is so obvious and makes me smile. I've just started exercising again but I have trouble motivating myself to run, your videos and words help a lot.
Proud of you, and hopefully someday of myself for achieving something for which I'd have to push out of my comfort zone, it isn't always the easiest to do but seeing and learning from someone on the same path as what I'm looking forward to really helps. So thank you.
You actually look so positive and happy while doing that and it actually really makes me wanna exercise but i can't really do anything i need motivation and time and oof halp
@@marialikesthings4290 that's soo true and motivating, but at the moment im (stu)dying for tests that are coming this week and month and also many projects so kiNdA hard lmao but imma try when i actually have time thanks for saying that to me ❣️
*cuts to me eating chips in bed while watching this with my laptop* Me: ok, i have to actually go outside and exercise *-stands up-* *_sits back down_*
We are so proud of you!! You are my main inspiration to start getting my crap together. Because I hate myself and seeing how much that you've changed since you were 16 it makes me see that I am actually beautiful in my own way. It sounds dumb and it makes me seem full of myself but view me the way you want because I can think way worse about myself than you can. But then again... Adrian, you are an inspiration
when you make videos like this, i always feel so inspired. it's incredible to see your journey and you appear to be so incredibly mature - you're aware of what you can do and give amazing advice. one thing i would like to say though - even if i don't have the time to do any of this myself, i know i do want to start including things like this as soon as i do get some time.
This was so inspiring I usually hate exercise or even talking about it because I’m so out of shape. But after watching this I want to run! And that’s incredible to me how one amazing video has positively impact a thing I hate. So thank you so much! Your videos are amazing!
You are amazing. I just have the desire to give you a hug whenever I watch one of your vids. (it's funny that you and dan are brothers, you're like polar opposites and I love it. love what you do, good luck!)
it would be really nice to see a video about how you started getting into running or something, like tips for starting also a video about what you eat on a day to day basis would be really cool :)
this was honestly so inspiring, even though i don't know you i feel so proud, hah. and i love that you're vegan, i'm vegan too! i really liked the style of the video, especially when you talked about "deep" topics, enjoyed it. ah, and i hope your knee's doing better now ☆
Like, watching this made me want to go back to the gym and hop on that damn elliptical that I hate so much! You really make people want to do that thing they hate and become better at it, and that's a gift! Very inspirational!
@@adrian.howell Thank you so much! It's been harder to get outside as it is been getting cold, but I will try to get outside as much as I can. You are such and inspiration to so many people, including myself. Thank you for all that you do 💜
Your videos are so inspiring I always get so excited when you upload. You really have made me want to get back into running and push myself harder than I have before!
absolutely incredible and so so inspiring! so proud of you and how far you’ve come in so little time. you totally crushed that race!! (and your knee ouch ouch) watching you run through the pain with so much distance left to go was astonishing, your willpower and determination have to be made of steel! seeing you be strong like that helps me find my own inner strength, thank you! (unrelated side note, but i just woke in the dead of night from one of the worst nightmares i’ve ever had and i needed a distraction to keep me awake. i am so so glad i chose one of your videos, you’ve given me the courage to face my dream demons once again and go tf back to sleep lol)
you and your videos have literally inspired me to start doing more running/exersize and eat way more healthy, thank you so much ✨
Keep at it!
I’m eating cake while watching this lol I feel like I’m living vicariously through you
“What have you got to lose?” I love that statement. I want to be more like that
Just Stef I want to be just like Adrian!
SushiRoll Speaks honestly same!
Literally the Howell brothers or keeping me going. “ have the courage to exist” because “ what do you have to lose?”
Some psychologists say that "what you admire most in others, are actually unutilized strengths within yourself".
We love a resilient boi
We do
Your videos always seem to be posted at the perfect time! I'm resting right now as I just ran my first half marathon yesterday. I went into the race with low expectations because I think I was subconsciously categorizing the dozens of other participants as 'running people' or 'real athletes' and my mind was just set on not finishing last. At the starting line, I NEVER would've imagined that I'd finish in second place. It's the most surreal thing in the world, and something I had no clue I would ever be capable of doing.
The thing you were saying about breaking the race into small checkpoints is really useful, as I definitely feel that there were times where I was thinking "oh crap I feel like dying and I still have 5 miles" that might've slowed me down. Breaking it down seems like it'd be a great way to stay mentally strong through the race.
I didn't realize you were vegan! If you ever mentioned it in a video I must've missed it. Your potato bowl looked amazing! I feel like there's always a sort of social stigma around even talking about veganism, especially on the internet, but it'd really be awesome to hear about your journey and get some recipes if you're into nutritional eating! I'm always looking for new things to make.
I just realized how long this comment was, whoops! Just wanted to thank you because it was your last ultrarunning video that inspired me to sign up for that thing spontaneously. It was awesome and inspiring to see your first 50km, great video!
vegan enthusiast congrats on coming in second!!!!! That’s absolutely amazing!
wow that's so cool to hear, thank you! congratulations on your half marathon!
vegan enthusiast this is amazing! congrats congrats!!
You finished second? Wow! You must be talented!
in a world of expectations and fakeness, this video is a relaxing break of reality and authenticity. as a cross-country competitive runner, thank you for inspiring me to pursue my dreams of getting faster, (hopefully) running a marathon, and pushing through injuries and bad runs. thank you for being such a motivational force!!
i used to run and i only got up to being able to run 5k and then i fell off the wagon and succumbed to mental illness. seeing the moment you crossed the finish line has inspired me to find that passion for running again.
Something really cool that really pushes your out of your comfort zone is the run for your lives zombie race. It is annually held in Sweden (not sure if it exists in other countries) it’s basically a 6.5 kilometre run where you have three lives and along the way there are zombies trying to grab your lives and it’s really scary. Especially if you run late in the evening. It really pushed my comfort zone and it’s an amazing experience. Even if you don’t finish with all or a single life it’s an amazing experience. If you get the opportunity to try it, you definitely should! It’s life changing.
You have such a nice calming voice
Adrian, you must be so proud of yourself! I don’t know how you managed to stay so positive throughout the whole thing. I love how you are so genuine and honest with your audience, UA-cam needs more people like that! Keep it up, you are clearly spreading a lot of positivity! 👍
you may not realize it but your videos have helped me and so many other people. i have anxiety and your videos have helped me calm down more times than i can count. you truly are an incredible human being. thank you for being you.
"Whether you think you can or can't, either way you're right" is such a good quote. Once again, I'm inspired to make sure I eat well and get some exercise - now that exams are over (and fingers crossed my degree) I can really focus on these things I've been missing a lot more, which I'm looking forward to
omg the worst and the best feeling was just presented: being nervous and excited at the same time about something. you were so brave to do this! congratulations!
Honestly the Howell brothers are like the best of both worlds
This....this was probably one of the most inspiring videos I have ever watched.
Your strength, determination, and excitement through the race, and just your wisdom and amazing advice, truly was an eye opener for me.
It is absolutely astounding what you do and accomplish, and I'm sure your future is going to be full of fulfilled dreams and changed lives~
Thank you for this Adrian~
You are so fantastic~🧡🧡🧡💛💛💛
Adrian, thank you. I am a 19 y/o overweight vegetarian who’s been held back for so long by her own head, seeing all these people with perfect bodies and an incredible vegan diet making it look so easy - I’ve felt for so long that I was just a huge failure for not being able to stick to anything, be it regular exercise or a purely plant based diet. But the way you talk about how you used to drink and smoke and be the antithesis of a “sporty” person, the way you philosophise and just stress the importance of “one step at a time”, you’ve honestly inspired me beyond anything anyone else has to start running, and start making simple, healthy meals to lose the weight that’s kept me insecure for all of my teenage years, as well as gain the self respect I’ve lacked for so long by proving to myself that I can live a life independent of animal products and that I can be strong, healthy and motivated. You’re a wonderful human being Adrian, thank you for sharing. And well done!!! 😌🏅🏃🏽♂️
Wow this is honestly so cool, thank you so much for sharing this! I can't tell you how much I appreciate it, good luck on your journey!
I used to think I was pretty active and I have now realized I am doing only the bare minimum lol
Same though
not even 3 minutes in, and you getting into your deep thoughts then laughing over it gives me so much joy
I don't why but i teared up a little when you reached the finish line haha. So proud of you for achieving something so massive and daunting in such a small time span. I've been wanting to start running for ages and i've found my inspiration so Thank You.
omg we have the same name, i only know one other samreen so im suprised 😂
Started having an anxiety attack over late homework, came straight over here to see your positive videos and calming voice and persona and golly darn did it calm me down and give me strength
My lungs hurt watching this
*same*
it had me coughing
jesselle lopez ikr I need to grab my inhaler
This is so inspiring. Honestly everything Adrian does is inspiring. Especially if you remember that this is what he's doing now, and he's only 21 years old. I can't even imagine how much more he will improve, and grow as he gets older.
This was incredible! Whilst I may not be running marathons and I'm certainly not as athletic as you, you've inspired me to get up and actually do all of the things that I've been putting off. I just wanted to say that you are a _huge_ inspiration and I hope that you find happiness in everything that you do.
I've been in one of the lowest points I've been at in a LONG long time and I really needed something like this. Every single one of your videos inspires me and lifts my spirits. I hate to bring any negativity here and I hope I'm not doing that, but I wanted to let you know how much this helped. You're always so deep and caring and it just really resonated with me. Bless you for this and for just being you. Love ya loads!!!
You’re inspiring me to live a better life, something no one else has ever done. Thank you for being amazing.
An ultramarathon looks like so much fun. Connecting back with nature and being with a community like that is incredible. I’m curious about running but I have asthma and worry about not being able to breathe well while running. It has never been something I was great at but seeing the connection you can have with nature is calling to me. Every video inspires me more congrats on completing the race man.
I think I was as exited as Adrian was to see the flapjack. That was my favorite food in England.
Woah dude- 3 months and your running a 50km? 3 months into my running (I was on cross country and ran 2-6 miles per day) and my fastest 5k from June-October was a 29:31! Keep working hard your clearly doing better than most
no but really, your videos inspire me so so much to things outside of my comfort zone. the only thing that i feel like is stopping me is my thoughts and self doubts but your videos, especially this one helps me so damn much on that, so thank you
honestly this was so inspiring like not even just with trying to be active but like just showing that the right mindset can help you push yourself through anything and I Really needed that right now, I loved this, thanks man
Honestly this is one of the best videos I’ve seen on UA-cam for a while because for once somebody isn’t romanticizing being lazy and allowing themselves to be heavily depressed and is actually working towards being themselves and the best version of themselves so please keep making more of these
Cayla Henry Depression is not a choice
People out here doing things like this, and I still complain about having to do gym class. I aspire to be like this xx
Also, I hope your knee is okay!
As soon as I heard you talking about mindset at the beginning I knew you would overcome the obstacles put in front of you, absolute incredible positve mindset! Stunning effort to crack your first ultra after only 3 months of running, you should be incredibly proud of that achievement.
How good are the nerves & fear though, they scare the shit out of me before any ultra but its incredible feeling to harness & overcome them.
I felt so connected when he said that if it was easy everyone would be doing it, I always say that to inspire my friends, but I guess I never take the same advice for myself. Thank you for making me realize that I need to take care of myself too.
This was the best ultra video I've seen because it was so incredibly relatable for me. I've signed up for a 50km race one month from now, and I've only been training for the last few months. AND I'm vegan. So wonderful to see this, thank you so much for sharing, from my heart to yours
Thanks a lot for sharing, I really appreciate it. Best of luck with the race, I'm sure it will be a profound experience!
I’m so thankful you decided to share this with us, Adrian. Not just this video but yourself as a person and this channel. Authentic and unscripted and honest and inspiring - you’re your own person and brilliantly so.
thats 31.069 miles. i cant even do 3 miles but you motivate me to want to try harder✨❤️
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Your awesome!!!!! I've started my running journey as well and have a marathon, a 50 k and a 50 mile to achieve by the end of the year. Your inspirational.
this is so inspirational! thank you Adrian. you've shown that anyone can accomplish crazy things!
Honestly what an achievement Adrian. Next time I’m struggling to run my 10K I’ll think of your suffering in this vid and try and use some of your determination to push me along!
Also, *this man can cook*
Absolutely amazing!
As someone who struggles to do 5-8k on a treadmill, watching this was incredible!
Also love how articulate you are in unscripted speech (especially after running 50k, my mind would be everywhere!)
Dear Adrian
I have recently started to watch your videos, and I love it!!
I love the way you show the world not only through a camera lens but rather the way you conceive and appreciate it, the way you edit your video feels like a story that one tells around a fire , it's so inviting and warm that I could spend hours just watching your videos
Your smile just lights up your face and the screen, your personality is so inviting and your voice is comforting :)
am I the only one who finds Adrian’s voice so calming to listen to.
this is awesome dude!! you really inspire me to get out there. i’ve been going on walks a whole lot recently just on my campus, and i couldn’t have imagined myself doing that just a year ago. keep on pushing and growing! i’m excited to see what will come next!
I've said it before. But once again, thank you for your inspiration! I did my first 5k last night and finished 5th in my age group. I can't wait to train up and continue to get better. I look forward to growing and watching you continue to inspire. Thank you again!
That's amazing, well done!
This is awesome Adrian, I am immensely proud of you! I swear your happiness and positivity is contagious I was smiling the whole way through. I'd like to say that you are definitely succeeding in your goal to help others. It means a lot to see someone out there trying to change the world for the better while encouraging others to do the same. x
Also bless Toms Majors for helping you, he seems like a pretty cool dude!
Congratulations on your first 50K! I loved this video, especially your message behind it and how well you built up anticipation/nervousness in your storytelling in the first half. Kudos to your buddy for asking interesting questions as well! Just a thought for your next big race: please get the drone to follow you, that would get you some amazing shots I think :)
Thank you Amber! That's a great idea, I'll have to get some friends involved to help me film it but I'll see what I can do!
that speech in the car at the end literally changed my life like I might cry
when i went to the gym i ran very well. then i stopped going there. now i can't even run a few kilometers! and i was fine without sports but now you've inspired me to start exercising again.
also, i really respect that you aren’t JUST a sports person. you have an amazing eye for filming and photography as well!
You know, it is amazing how fast my mood changes when I see that you uploaded a new video. These motivational speeches of yours really keep me going and inspire me not to give up, but to remember what I am striving for in life. You are amazing, and I don't know you very well - but I can still say I am proud of you. And you should be too. Quitting smoking and drinking and unhealthy habits must've been hard, and I appreciate that you made it and turned into an inspirational personality that wants to share its story with others, to help them.
You are truly Inspirational! I love where you are bringing your channel and can't wait to follow you through your journey. thank you for inspiring me in ways you couldn't believe! I'm going to start running !! thank you so much. here I was thinking, me run? impossible but you showed me that anyone can do it! you are going places I know it! keep reaching your goals and dreams! I wish you all the good vibes and energy in your life! thank you again!
Thank you so much!
I’ve never felt more unfit, but I really want you to know you are a very inspirational person, and I really appreciate your optimism, it’s mind opening and absolutely wonderful. Great job!
thank you!
Adrian Howell of course! I hope you never forget how much you mean to people. Lots of love!
I’m shook by just the title
I loved this film, the story, the quality, everything. As a young, beginning runner without any athletic history or experience, it’s inspiring to see other runners my age testing their limits. As I was watching this, your words echoed all the lessons I’ve learned from my time on the trails, and I know this will be helpful to other runners. Congrats on your first ultra! I hope to see more great content from you in the future!
Hey Adrian! You are truly inspiring! Even though I’m not super into running or sports, you have inspired me to keep practicing my guitar. I’m 16 and I have trouble staying motivated to practice everyday but watching your videos and listening to the message you spread definitely keeps me motivated to keep going! I love your videos! Keep it up!
It’s so calming to listen to you talk and just the way you edit makes it even better
hey man, i just wanted to say i love your content and i think it's awesome that you're using your social platforms for postivity and helping and inspiring people 💕
love you adrian 💗 so inspirational!!
It's like reliving all the feelings I went through before my first ultra :-) Respect and congratulations to you!!
One of my biggest inspirations, truly. Not only do you make me want to do more, your videos are so nice, calming, and just put off amazing vibes. love you!
This is incredibly inspiring and has helped me get out and enjoy the outdoors! Thank you so much!
I’ve been so excited for this video since you posted about the race on your insta story!! Honestly ok this is really inspiring because it seems so rewarding, but I really do have trouble pushing myself to just start things, if that makes sense. I always have the THOUGHT of like starting to run or even just eating with a certain diet or something but like,,,...,,idk there’s always a part of me that just thinks I won’t keep up with it so why even bother? Idk. Your videos have really shown me that it IS possible, though, and I’m starting to get more motivation to change myself. Thank you for these videos, and please keep it up!!
Also, side note, did you ever run on treadmills? Or do you recommend running outside instead? I live in Downtown Austin so I’m kind of anxious when it comes to running outside, but I feel like treadmills are kinda? Shit for actually enjoying the run lmao. What do you think?
that's amazing to hear, thank you! I never run on treadmills because I'd always rather be outside, just do whatever works best for you. It can be scary at first but the more you do it the less scary it will become
this has really inspired me to pick up running again, thanks for showing that if you really put your mind to it you can do it. Mindset is everything.
I already cough up my lungs at 5K, I think I would actually DIE AND WITHER at 50K, whew! Nice one, Adrian! Very admirable!
Yeees! I was hoping for a video about this! ^^
"not really focussing on the cooking this week"
*Makes insanely delicious looking food*
You are such a positive influence for so many, Thankyou.
you're our true inspiration.
thank you for all of your videos.
you have no idea how much you influence people.
watching you just before the race laughing and so excited was getting me so hyped and kept me smiling!! i love how you just engage and just love what you’re doing and sharing with us like this!! probably my favorite video of yours right now!! great job adrian super proud of you!!
Wow I've been wanting to start up running again but I felt like my body wouldn't be able to handle it but watching this video is honestly so inspiring 🖤 There's just something so wholesome and calm about your videos that just makes me want to be a better person
This was incredibly inspiring to watch. Your passion and joy for running is so obvious and makes me smile. I've just started exercising again but I have trouble motivating myself to run, your videos and words help a lot.
Proud of you, and hopefully someday of myself for achieving something for which I'd have to push out of my comfort zone, it isn't always the easiest to do but seeing and learning from someone on the same path as what I'm looking forward to really helps.
So thank you.
I love how happy you are towards running! It shows the passion and the excitement you can receive from something. Thanks for helping me realise!
You actually look so positive and happy while doing that and it actually really makes me wanna exercise but i can't really do anything i need motivation and time and oof halp
You can do anything you put your mind to! You just have to start, even if it's not a big start! ~i hope that aided in motivating you~
@@marialikesthings4290 that's soo true and motivating, but at the moment im (stu)dying for tests that are coming this week and month and also many projects so kiNdA hard lmao but imma try when i actually have time thanks for saying that to me ❣️
@@bruhstfuu I understand that. I'm in the same boat (probably, kind of) good luck with the studying and take care of yourself though!
@@marialikesthings4290 awh yee thank you and i hope you also do great
thank you for making this, truly. watching you so happy and fulfilled from running made my not so great day better. please keep up the amazing work.
Your content is extremely relaxing, and I love how authentic you come off.
*cuts to me eating chips in bed while watching this with my laptop*
Me: ok, i have to actually go outside and exercise
*-stands up-*
*_sits back down_*
We are so proud of you!! You are my main inspiration to start getting my crap together. Because I hate myself and seeing how much that you've changed since you were 16 it makes me see that I am actually beautiful in my own way. It sounds dumb and it makes me seem full of myself but view me the way you want because I can think way worse about myself than you can. But then again... Adrian, you are an inspiration
you’ve inspired me to take up running in the new year!! thank you for your inspirational videos
when you make videos like this, i always feel so inspired. it's incredible to see your journey and you appear to be so incredibly mature - you're aware of what you can do and give amazing advice. one thing i would like to say though - even if i don't have the time to do any of this myself, i know i do want to start including things like this as soon as i do get some time.
Such an amazing video to start my day here! 🇦🇺 It's incredible how much second hand determination and pride you can feel from watching this
This was so inspiring I usually hate exercise or even talking about it because I’m so out of shape. But after watching this I want to run! And that’s incredible to me how one amazing video has positively impact a thing I hate. So thank you so much! Your videos are amazing!
I can’t believe you’re the goddess of running
Never mind the pain unless you’re enjoying 💕 hope your knee’s wound heals fast
Inspirational... It gets really hard but hearing things like this pushes everyone
You can do anything if you believe in yourself. My life goal is to meet my idol, see you soon Adrian
You are amazing. I just have the desire to give you a hug whenever I watch one of your vids.
(it's funny that you and dan are brothers, you're like polar opposites and I love it. love what you do, good luck!)
It always brings me joy to see someone getting healthy and finding the pleasures of exercising. Also, your videos have a very chill vibe, keep it up ♥
it would be really nice to see a video about how you started getting into running or something, like tips for starting
also a video about what you eat on a day to day basis would be really cool :)
this was honestly so inspiring, even though i don't know you i feel so proud, hah.
and i love that you're vegan, i'm vegan too!
i really liked the style of the video, especially when you talked about "deep" topics, enjoyed it.
ah, and i hope your knee's doing better now ☆
fellow vegans everywhere yay!
Like, watching this made me want to go back to the gym and hop on that damn elliptical that I hate so much! You really make people want to do that thing they hate and become better at it, and that's a gift! Very inspirational!
Adrian, how do you do this? I can barely run 2 laps around my schools track.
just keep showing up, day in day out, be patient and you will see results
@@adrian.howell Thank you so much! It's been harder to get outside as it is been getting cold, but I will try to get outside as much as I can. You are such and inspiration to so many people, including myself. Thank you for all that you do 💜
Lol same
HI LIZ HOW YUH DOIN'
ineedtostopscreaming OMG YOU ARE A WHOLE MOOD!!!!
*HOW U STILL ALIVE*
@Maeve Yarbrough omg 😂😂
Maria Chrysanthou stay alive
I am so proud of you! You inspire me every day to put more effort into eating healthy, exercising, and making art. Thank you!
Enjoying these videos - I hope more people start running as a result
Your videos are so inspiring I always get so excited when you upload. You really have made me want to get back into running and push myself harder than I have before!
absolutely incredible and so so inspiring! so proud of you and how far you’ve come in so little time. you totally crushed that race!! (and your knee ouch ouch)
watching you run through the pain with so much distance left to go was astonishing, your willpower and determination have to be made of steel! seeing you be strong like that helps me find my own inner strength, thank you!
(unrelated side note, but i just woke in the dead of night from one of the worst nightmares i’ve ever had and i needed a distraction to keep me awake. i am so so glad i chose one of your videos, you’ve given me the courage to face my dream demons once again and go tf back to sleep lol)