Emotional. I always ask one thing. Would I be proud if our son behaved in the same manner that his Dad does for you are the one he looks up to. The answer is always one million percent yes. Your attitude, love, passion and raw openness is unrivalled, and you are the best role model. You inspire many, many people by being you and we are all proud of you always ❤ 🦁
You and Kelly are killing me with these marathon vlogs 😭 I don't think anyone appreciates how hard a marathon is until they've done it, think you just do a bit of training and run but the mental determination it takes is unreal and the support from familt and friends and even strangers on the course means so much! That 2:22 will be yours 💪
Thanks Rosie. The support on the course means everything. I’m proud of my mental resolve and look forward to being in better shape next time and pacing it a bit better. Thanks for your support and glad you enjoyed the video.
2-29 is a great time Matt. Didn't realise what you'd gone through when i stopped you by the baggage reclaim lorrys. Can I say thanks for doing that selfie even though you were disappointed with your run. Shows the mark of a man when he makes time to do something like this 👏👏👏.
Matt Rees - Wow, what a vlog - Thank you. I ran it too, my second London and the crowds were unbelievable but my race didn’t go to plan either and I am SO SO with the feelings of this vlog - in all honesty I have just blubbed like a baby - BUT Matt I am going again - that’s it - I WILL achieve my goal and so I strongly believe you will too. Thanks for these vlogs I am not sure you understand how much they mean to me (us) 👍
Bought a tear to my eye 😢. Such an honest performance, thanks for sharing. You must still be happy with a sub 2.5hr time, beat mine by 3hrs but as I tell new runners 26 miles is 26 miles. Well done Matt, you are awesome 👏👏
100%. We all go through the same things no matter what pace you run. I’m happy with my mental strength to stay out there and keep pushing even in a lot of discomfort.
You cannot say you let anyone down ffs, you as well a anyone knows how hard marathons are. You should be so proud of pushing through, I'm sure your family are 👍 that is one of the best running videos I've ever seen... so emotional and raw, absolutely brilliant
Some days are like that Matt. I love your perseverance and you got an amazing time. Your dedication to the sport is amazing and I love following you and Kelly's journey. Keep up the great work.
Way to finish strong Matt. Was freaking awesome watching you fight all race. Looksl like you were hurting early so a big fucking congratulations. Like you said marathons are hard. You've had some great ones lately but this one shows how bad you want it. Looking forward to seeing you smash another one in the future
So emotional, well toughed out for a course best. I was running my first marathon in 8 years and even though I took double your time I agree the crowd support was the best ever 🥳, seeing a loved one on the course is ❤️, and .. SORE QUADS 😵💫. Rest and recover well, you will be back faster than ever. 💕
I ran it too on Sunday, I agree that the crowds were immense. Totally deafening at points. I was lucky enough to get GFA and feel so fortunate to be able to do it again. My family watched me for the first time and when I saw them we all go emotional and it really gave me so much more energy. Well done Matt.
Congratulations Sean. Sounds like you had a great day and well done on the GFA. The crowds were the best I’ve experienced. Hope recovery is going well and thanks for following along.
This vlog has me super emotional. No matter the outcome, this marathon was a special one because of all the incredible support you had and your determination. Thank you for capturing and sharing your story. I'm training for my first marathon (ever!) and this was truly inspirational.
Thanks for the kind comment. Really glad you enjoyed the vlog. I’m proud of the determination, and the support I had was incredible and truly memorable. Good luck with your marathon training and I hope you have a great first marathon.
Credit to you for grinding through mate! I know just how tough it can be once you’re depleted! You hung in well and for that you’ve come out stronger!! Onwards and upwards mate 👊🏻 cracking vlog and thanks for sharing!
I hope Kelly has given you a proper telling off for thinking that you could ever let her down! We train for months and expect to peak on one particular day, but it doesn't always work like that. Congrats on the course PB 👋
I ran also, and that brought back the exact same memories and feelings (stitches and oh my quads!!). What a lovely film and yes it made me cry! Well done.
Wow that was emotional towards the end! I know it wasn’t the day you had planned but it was so motivational to see you pushing through when things got tough so that is defo something to be proud of💪🏼
Very emotional while watching your London Marathon Journey 2023 since I were in the same course last week. it's a wonderful experience following you preparing this race and recording the moments during the race. We all know it's not the end and and the marathon is just like our life, the result might not be as we expect, but the most important is how we go through it. Take some good rest and see you on the start line next time.
I bawled my eyes out during your video. I am old and slow (I run a half in 2:30) but this year I will run London for the first time. It will be my tenth marathon and my fourth Abbot Major and I could relate to every emotion you and your supporters expressed. Thank you for sharing and thank you for the inspiration. Well done, sir.
Absolutely loved that Matt! It really captured all the emotions that come with marathon day. And London? Didn't it deliver! On a wet and chilly day the support was incredible! What a privilege to be able to experience it! You ran a phenomenal time, it might not be what you were hoping, but take pride in how hard you worked when the going got tough. You will have 2.22 another day. I was out there too, after a 4 year layoff, for my 8th London in 3.14.30. The last 4 miles were torture, but I still absolutely loved it and don't mind admitting I shed a few tears at the end. Thank you and Kelly for sharing your journey with us. 👍
Amazing effort and what an emotional vlog!!! You and Kelly inspire so many of us with your videos. Goosebumps. I said never again after LM 23 but this has got me in all the feels!!!
This is absolutely one of the best recap videos for London Marathon. Well done Matt for seeing it through and coming home strong. Truely inspirational. Fantastic advice at the beginning.
I’m crying on the train to work - cheers bro. Lots to take from this one, huge congrats on the new London PB. You inspired me to book Valencia as my first marathon - hopefully see you there in December. All the best Matt.
Thanks Matt- really enjoyed the whole build up and runs with Andy (FoD runner) - you seemed in great shape- 2.29 is a great time too! Well done and thank you for sharing so much💪👍
The most beautiful video. The support in the running community is beyond parallel. There’s no tribal rivalries, just well wishing, respect and love. It’s so pure. I have my first marathon four weeks tomorrow. I know I’ll face some demons later on in the race. If I can have a small part of your grit and determination on the day I know I’ll get through. Well done Matt and Kelly. ❤
Absolutely brilliant!!. Loved every minute of that....i came up from Glasgow with my friend to spectate an we were 800 yards from finish line.. The atmosphere was ammmaazzinnng!! 113th out of 47 thousand is just mind blowing!!... Well done.... #keeponkeepingon... 🏃♂️🏃♂️🏃♂️x
Oh Matt 🥹. Congratulations! That was some finish in the end. Well done for finding that in you and finishing in under 2.30. You should be hugely proud. Great video.
Great story telling! Didn’t expect things to get that emotional. After PR’ing in Boston last year, I came up short this year. The marathon is a tough beast and progress isn’t always linear. We’ll still get back out there to test our limits 👊
Really enjoyed watching Kelly & yourself video…not a lump in my throat…honest. Incredible time Matt. We push & strive to be the best we can be. So many positives!! Look forward to seeing you go again.
What an incredibly inspirational vlog Matt. Thank you. I never made it to my marathon this year because of injury 4 weeks out but watching friends and the likes of yourself taking on Manchester, Boston and London has lit a fire in my belly greater than I ever thought for the marathon. Can wait to see you take on that unfinished business 💪🏻 stay strong 👍🏻
On the hard days we all have to grind deeper & find that fight & will to finish & survive. You done yourself & family proud, hold your head high because the next one may be the one when it all just clicks... 🙌
You suffered but you fought and got through it, well done!! Super coverage of your race, emotions, support....it had everything. The beer, medal and pizza did look good :)
I don't often comment on video (or swear), but this was F*ing brilliant. On the treadmill in tears. So well done. Running aside, with a supportive wife (also named Kelly) and two young kids (eldest around the same age as yours) this was so relatable and emotional. Fantastic. Love the videos and the training, but also love the heart! Great work.
I've watched so many marathon vlogs in the last week and this was my favourite. Love your approach to running, love your relationship with Kel, a really emotional video that captures the running community.
Beautiful video Matt. As a fellow Welsh runner (in his 50s) this touched me deeply. I live in South West France. There are loads of really interesting races here so if you ever want to do one, let me know. My family have a caravan in the garden! The Marathon des Vins de Blaye is happening mid-May - that's amazing (and weird - fancy dress, wine...) and I'm doing it. I also have a Berlin place. Thank you.
Fantastic video Matt, I met you at the end and what an inspiration you are to many (myself being one of those!), Sunday may have not been your day but you've helped hundreds and thousand to their day. Be proud 💚
Massive well done for sticking in it, I have watched all your videos on this block and you should be super bloody proud of your amazing achievements. You and Kelly always make me emotional with your race video's. Thanks for sharing your journey with us. Always remember, NEVER FORGET YOUR WELSH!!!
This video is brilliant everyone who ran London knows exactly what the crowds were like. EPIC. Made me all emotional my missus went through the same aswell London was my first marathon I wanted sub 4hr and finished 4hrs 41secs gutted😭
Love the sprint finish determined to get sub-2:30 when your original goal was gone. Best London result is something to be proud of. The way you and Kelly wear your hearts on your sleeves cracks my cold dead heart. I love the clarity of your approach. You'll get your 2:22 soon.
Ahhh so emotional! Well done Matt you gave it your all and stuck in there. I was cheering at about 17.5 miles, and thought you looked smooth then (I couldn’t tell you were struggling) thank you for the thumbs up! Glad you got your cwtch
Man, too early in the morning to have the eyes watering! Its truely heartwarming to see how invested Kelly is with your running as you are of hers ❤ Great time all the same Matt, onto the next one 💯
I’m crying on the train to work - cheers bro 😂. Lots to take from this one, huge congrats on the new London PB. You inspired me to book Valencia as my first marathon - hopefully see you there in December. All the best Matt.
This was beautiful. Thanks for sharing your moment with us. I don't get emotional when I am the one running, but I have my family around whenever possible, and I always bring a picture of my mom with me. You need all support for this distance. We give it our best, but our best is more when we take the ones we love with us on the journey. You will get your next one right.
Fantastic video - brought a tear to my glass eye watching it (brings back all of the emotions I’ve experienced running marathons too). Bloody well done 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙏🏻🏅
What a finish! It's amazing where that comes from in the final few hundred metres of a race. Well done for digging deep and taking it all the way. Awesome running.
Fantastic stuff. I’m about 18mths into my marathon career, and I’ve had some serious ups and downs already! Watching this makes me love them even more. Great video, and a great run. Hopefully I get a chance to run London one day. Good luck in the future
Congratulations Matthew. You're blessed to have such support from your other half. I can totally feel you because I've been there. And I'm sure you'll come back stronger in the next one. Anyway, I don't mind to have a very bad day and still have your time 😂.
Inspiring, emotional and encouraging, congrats on a fantastic time and another solid block, keep up the hard work and the 2:22 will come, no doubt 💪🏼🏃🏻♂️💨
Amazing effort Matt, you are an inspiration to many runners who watch your videos every week, thank you .The way you kept going when suffering still smiling and waving, those hard training intervals in your other videos must have helped get you through it.
Absolute goosebumps watching that Matt, perfectly sums up the emotions of Marathon day as a runner and spectator. Was litreally cheering you on on a pre-recorded video 😂 on to the next, look forward to the journey.
Oh gosh I’ve tears in my eyes watching this. I ran london that day in 3.25 not a pb but my first london and it was amazing, but watching this brought back how hard it is . I can’t even imagine how much harder it is at that pace absolutely incredible and what an inspiration you are x
Congrats! Your race vlog was my experience all be it i was 2hrs later😂 As a Canadian with near all family in the welsh valleys the 🏴 support on route was incredible! Keep chipping away Matt. Cheers from 🇨🇦
Thank you Matt for another incredible series. You might have feel like you've failed but it was still an incredible performance. Besides, you've insprired me as always!
Absolutely Raw! Honest head space in the moments straightaway the race in this vlog. In a week or 2 times, hopefully you'll reflect and he able to draw upon the wins. The LM was the victory lap of all the training and effort (and the Portugal training camp) you put in this block. Congrats and now breathe, then on to the next challenge!
I have been watching lots of the you tubes of London marathon, i found this one the most emotional and powerful, digging so deep, you are an amazing couple and thanks for sharing your journey, the good, the bad and the ugly, well i mean that as a complement !!! you dont edit out the grind , you put it all out there which makes it so relatable whatever pace anyone runs at, and i love the kindness and warmth of other runners at every level too, be mighty proud, best wishes jen
Emotional. I always ask one thing. Would I be proud if our son behaved in the same manner that his Dad does for you are the one he looks up to. The answer is always one million percent yes. Your attitude, love, passion and raw openness is unrivalled, and you are the best role model. You inspire many, many people by being you and we are all proud of you always ❤ 🦁
Bloody brilliant mate!! They dont always go our way but 2:29 on an "off day" is insane... time to smash the summer!!! Lets Go!!!
Cheers for the support as always mate. 👊
if i could run 1k as fast as he runs 42, id be over the moon!!
honest effort. be proud. we're proud of you.
Thanks Kofuzi. Your Boston vlog was unreal. So good. Congratulations again and thanks for all of the amazing content you make that inspires us all.
You and Kelly are killing me with these marathon vlogs 😭 I don't think anyone appreciates how hard a marathon is until they've done it, think you just do a bit of training and run but the mental determination it takes is unreal and the support from familt and friends and even strangers on the course means so much! That 2:22 will be yours 💪
Thanks Rosie. The support on the course means everything. I’m proud of my mental resolve and look forward to being in better shape next time and pacing it a bit better. Thanks for your support and glad you enjoyed the video.
When things don't go to plan, you have issues that early on and you still get sub 2:30 🤯 incredible running Matt!
Thanks. Yeah I think it shows how far I’ve progressed that I can completely blow up and still run 2:29 but definitely want to get the next one right.
2-29 is a great time Matt. Didn't realise what you'd gone through when i stopped you by the baggage reclaim lorrys. Can I say thanks for doing that selfie even though you were disappointed with your run. Shows the mark of a man when he makes time to do something like this 👏👏👏.
You are so incredibly strong. Mentally AND physically. No words.
Incredible running Matt, sorry you didn’t hit your A goal but still a run 99.99% of us could only ever aspire to!! I ran too, what a day 🎉
Man, you trained very hard and ran your fastest at London so I think you should be very proud of that. I certainly found it inspirational!
Cheers Clive. Appreciate that. 👊
Great video Matt. Not the time you wanted but to still run an unbelievable 2:29 after not feeling it from 25k is incredible. Inspirational stuff. 👍🏼
Matt Rees - Wow, what a vlog - Thank you. I ran it too, my second London and the crowds were unbelievable but my race didn’t go to plan either and I am SO SO with the feelings of this vlog - in all honesty I have just blubbed like a baby - BUT Matt I am going again - that’s it - I WILL achieve my goal and so I strongly believe you will too.
Thanks for these vlogs I am not sure you understand how much they mean to me (us) 👍
I have to compose myself watching you compose yourself 😂🥰
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Bought a tear to my eye 😢. Such an honest performance, thanks for sharing. You must still be happy with a sub 2.5hr time, beat mine by 3hrs but as I tell new runners 26 miles is 26 miles. Well done Matt, you are awesome 👏👏
100%. We all go through the same things no matter what pace you run. I’m happy with my mental strength to stay out there and keep pushing even in a lot of discomfort.
Well done Matt🎉
Thanks Phillip.
You cannot say you let anyone down ffs, you as well a anyone knows how hard marathons are. You should be so proud of pushing through, I'm sure your family are 👍 that is one of the best running videos I've ever seen... so emotional and raw, absolutely brilliant
Some days are like that Matt. I love your perseverance and you got an amazing time. Your dedication to the sport is amazing and I love following you and Kelly's journey. Keep up the great work.
Thanks Eddie for the really kind words. Really appreciate all of the support.
Way to finish strong Matt. Was freaking awesome watching you fight all race. Looksl like you were hurting early so a big fucking congratulations. Like you said marathons are hard. You've had some great ones lately but this one shows how bad you want it. Looking forward to seeing you smash another one in the future
Thanks mate. It fires me up for next time.
So emotional, well toughed out for a course best. I was running my first marathon in 8 years and even though I took double your time I agree the crowd support was the best ever 🥳, seeing a loved one on the course is ❤️, and .. SORE QUADS 😵💫. Rest and recover well, you will be back faster than ever. 💕
I ran it too on Sunday, I agree that the crowds were immense. Totally deafening at points. I was lucky enough to get GFA and feel so fortunate to be able to do it again. My family watched me for the first time and when I saw them we all go emotional and it really gave me so much more energy. Well done Matt.
Congratulations Sean. Sounds like you had a great day and well done on the GFA. The crowds were the best I’ve experienced. Hope recovery is going well and thanks for following along.
Your best ever video Matt. You let nobody down. Massive well done and great guts shown here. Thank you so much for sharing this journey with us.
Well done Matt and great video, thanks for taking us along for the ride!
Thanks Brad. Glad you enjoyed the video.
This vlog has me super emotional. No matter the outcome, this marathon was a special one because of all the incredible support you had and your determination. Thank you for capturing and sharing your story. I'm training for my first marathon (ever!) and this was truly inspirational.
Thanks for the kind comment. Really glad you enjoyed the vlog. I’m proud of the determination, and the support I had was incredible and truly memorable. Good luck with your marathon training and I hope you have a great first marathon.
Credit to you for grinding through mate! I know just how tough it can be once you’re depleted! You hung in well and for that you’ve come out stronger!! Onwards and upwards mate 👊🏻 cracking vlog and thanks for sharing!
I hope Kelly has given you a proper telling off for thinking that you could ever let her down! We train for months and expect to peak on one particular day, but it doesn't always work like that. Congrats on the course PB 👋
I ran also, and that brought back the exact same memories and feelings (stitches and oh my quads!!). What a lovely film and yes it made me cry! Well done.
Wow that was emotional towards the end! I know it wasn’t the day you had planned but it was so motivational to see you pushing through when things got tough so that is defo something to be proud of💪🏼
I’m definitely proud of myself and happy to move on and get it next time. 👊
Very emotional while watching your London Marathon Journey 2023 since I were in the same course last week. it's a wonderful experience following you preparing this race and recording the moments during the race. We all know it's not the end and and the marathon is just like our life, the result might not be as we expect, but the most important is how we go through it. Take some good rest and see you on the start line next time.
I bawled my eyes out during your video. I am old and slow (I run a half in 2:30) but this year I will run London for the first time. It will be my tenth marathon and my fourth Abbot Major and I could relate to every emotion you and your supporters expressed. Thank you for sharing and thank you for the inspiration. Well done, sir.
The thing I enjoy the most about your VLOGS is that whether you have a good or bad day you always have an honest VLOG! 👏
Absolutely loved that Matt! It really captured all the emotions that come with marathon day. And London? Didn't it deliver! On a wet and chilly day the support was incredible! What a privilege to be able to experience it!
You ran a phenomenal time, it might not be what you were hoping, but take pride in how hard you worked when the going got tough. You will have 2.22 another day.
I was out there too, after a 4 year layoff, for my 8th London in 3.14.30. The last 4 miles were torture, but I still absolutely loved it and don't mind admitting I shed a few tears at the end.
Thank you and Kelly for sharing your journey with us. 👍
Amazing effort and what an emotional vlog!!! You and Kelly inspire so many of us with your videos. Goosebumps. I said never again after LM 23 but this has got me in all the feels!!!
This is absolutely one of the best recap videos for London Marathon. Well done Matt for seeing it through and coming home strong. Truely inspirational. Fantastic advice at the beginning.
I’m crying on the train to work - cheers bro. Lots to take from this one, huge congrats on the new London PB. You inspired me to book Valencia as my first marathon - hopefully see you there in December. All the best Matt.
Thanks Matt- really enjoyed the whole build up and runs with Andy (FoD runner) - you seemed in great shape- 2.29 is a great time too! Well done and thank you for sharing so much💪👍
The most beautiful video. The support in the running community is beyond parallel. There’s no tribal rivalries, just well wishing, respect and love. It’s so pure.
I have my first marathon four weeks tomorrow. I know I’ll face some demons later on in the race. If I can have a small part of your grit and determination on the day I know I’ll get through.
Well done Matt and Kelly. ❤
Absolutely brilliant!!. Loved every minute of that....i came up from Glasgow with my friend to spectate an we were 800 yards from finish line.. The atmosphere was ammmaazzinnng!! 113th out of 47 thousand is just mind blowing!!... Well done.... #keeponkeepingon... 🏃♂️🏃♂️🏃♂️x
Oh Matt 🥹. Congratulations! That was some finish in the end. Well done for finding that in you and finishing in under 2.30. You should be hugely proud. Great video.
Thanks Natalie. I really appreciate the amazing support.
You did amazing Matt, fantastic time. You and Kelly are such a lovely couple, so supportive of each other x
Well done Matt on your run. Your vlog certainly underlined how tough a marathon can be when things don't go your way.
Thanks John. Yeah they can turn into a massive slog but it becomes a test of mental resolve as well as the physical challenge.
Great story telling! Didn’t expect things to get that emotional.
After PR’ing in Boston last year, I came up short this year. The marathon is a tough beast and progress isn’t always linear. We’ll still get back out there to test our limits 👊
You make me want to run and becomes stronger when the goal is not reached. Such a pure vlog. Thanks and good luck with the next one.
Excellent stuff mate, glad my clip was of some use @7:05. Another amazing race and vid
Really enjoyed watching Kelly & yourself video…not a lump in my throat…honest.
Incredible time Matt. We push & strive to be the best we can be. So many positives!! Look forward to seeing you go again.
superb matthew! you are the epitome of grit and determination, so inspiring.
Thanks Stuart. I appreciate the support and glad you enjoyed.
What an incredibly inspirational vlog Matt. Thank you.
I never made it to my marathon this year because of injury 4 weeks out but watching friends and the likes of yourself taking on Manchester, Boston and London has lit a fire in my belly greater than I ever thought for the marathon. Can wait to see you take on that unfinished business 💪🏻 stay strong 👍🏻
Thanks Daniel. Sorry injury prevented you lining up. I hope you are recovering well and it’s great to hear you are fired up for the next one.
On the hard days we all have to grind deeper & find that fight & will to finish & survive. You done yourself & family proud, hold your head high because the next one may be the one when it all just clicks... 🙌
One of the best marathon recap videos! You're inspiring and you do have the BEST support. Greetings from Texas.
Emotional. Emotional.
I'm so touched.
Great race. Great support. Great story.
You're an inspiration Matt... absolute class act 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
You suffered but you fought and got through it, well done!! Super coverage of your race, emotions, support....it had everything. The beer, medal and pizza did look good :)
Thanks. Marathons can be brutal but they are also beautiful in their own way. The beer and medal were great. The pizza was only okay 🤣.
Wow, that was emotional!
Bloody brilliant effort mate!
You might be the one person to persuade me to run one more marathon😃 🏴
I don't often comment on video (or swear), but this was F*ing brilliant. On the treadmill in tears. So well done. Running aside, with a supportive wife (also named Kelly) and two young kids (eldest around the same age as yours) this was so relatable and emotional. Fantastic. Love the videos and the training, but also love the heart! Great work.
Brilliant and best LM 2023 vlog seen so far , congrats on effort and to you both on sharing the day with everyone 👏👏👏
Thank you so much. Really appreciate it.
THANK YOU both K/M!
Thanks Bruno. Check out Kelly’s vlog to see a whole different side to the race weekend.
Amazing work lad I saw you at 23 and shouted as I went past but you were proper putting a shift in! Good work matey
Well done mate. Fantastic PB. Thanks for the shout too.
I've watched so many marathon vlogs in the last week and this was my favourite. Love your approach to running, love your relationship with Kel, a really emotional video that captures the running community.
Amazing! I found watching this very emotional 😢 be proud 🏴 love your Instagram & Channel 🙌🏻
Beautiful video Matt. As a fellow Welsh runner (in his 50s) this touched me deeply. I live in South West France. There are loads of really interesting races here so if you ever want to do one, let me know. My family have a caravan in the garden! The Marathon des Vins de Blaye is happening mid-May - that's amazing (and weird - fancy dress, wine...) and I'm doing it. I also have a Berlin place. Thank you.
Very emotional watching that. Great time grinding it out. Trust the process, even faster times will come!
Fantastic video Matt, I met you at the end and what an inspiration you are to many (myself being one of those!), Sunday may have not been your day but you've helped hundreds and thousand to their day. Be proud 💚
Congratulations Matt 🥳 Enjoyed the series looking forward to the next one 👍
Thanks Jamie. Great to hear you enjoyed. Thanks.
You are an inspiration. Liked and subbed.
Massive well done for sticking in it, I have watched all your videos on this block and you should be super bloody proud of your amazing achievements. You and Kelly always make me emotional with your race video's. Thanks for sharing your journey with us. Always remember, NEVER FORGET YOUR WELSH!!!
Congratulations!!!!Well done!! Don’t be afraid to fail! I’m sure your next race will be better, keep going!!
Thanks Martin. We all fail. It’s the not trying that really scares me.
Well done Matt! It was my 4th marathon but first time doing London. It was an incredible experience. I loved every minute of it.
Congratulations. Great to hear you loved it. Well done and I hope you’re recovering well.
Wow. I didn’t expect to tear up watching a running video. You are a very humble and inspirational person.
This video is brilliant everyone who ran London knows exactly what the crowds were like. EPIC. Made me all emotional my missus went through the same aswell London was my first marathon I wanted sub 4hr and finished 4hrs 41secs gutted😭
amazing effort, the final sprint was emotional. also i need a kelly in my life 😭 shes so supportive
You have done fantastic Matt love watching your and Kelly blog and you and Kelly inspiration
Love the sprint finish determined to get sub-2:30 when your original goal was gone. Best London result is something to be proud of. The way you and Kelly wear your hearts on your sleeves cracks my cold dead heart. I love the clarity of your approach. You'll get your 2:22 soon.
Ahhh so emotional! Well done Matt you gave it your all and stuck in there. I was cheering at about 17.5 miles, and thought you looked smooth then (I couldn’t tell you were struggling) thank you for the thumbs up! Glad you got your cwtch
Man, too early in the morning to have the eyes watering! Its truely heartwarming to see how invested Kelly is with your running as you are of hers ❤ Great time all the same Matt, onto the next one 💯
Loved it! Both of my footages at 11th mile & 25th mile made it into the video. Such an amazing journey!
Thank you for the support and the videos. Really appreciate it. Hope you enjoyed spectating and the support meant so much. 👊
I’m crying on the train to work - cheers bro 😂. Lots to take from this one, huge congrats on the new London PB. You inspired me to book Valencia as my first marathon - hopefully see you there in December. All the best Matt.
This was beautiful. Thanks for sharing your moment with us. I don't get emotional when I am the one running, but I have my family around whenever possible, and I always bring a picture of my mom with me. You need all support for this distance. We give it our best, but our best is more when we take the ones we love with us on the journey. You will get your next one right.
Fantastic video - brought a tear to my glass eye watching it (brings back all of the emotions I’ve experienced running marathons too). Bloody well done 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙏🏻🏅
What a finish! It's amazing where that comes from in the final few hundred metres of a race. Well done for digging deep and taking it all the way. Awesome running.
Incredible run congratulations Matt ..2.29 is still just an amazing marathon..
Thanks Rita. 👊
Wowsers that tugged at the heart strings mate. Big, big effort for a tough day, don't be too hard on yourself. We go again 🤟🏽
Thanks mate. Absolutely. There’s always another opportunity to go again.
Matt you are a warrior. That was such a brilliant run. You went all in. Never gave up. Very commendable 🎉
Fantastic stuff. I’m about 18mths into my marathon career, and I’ve had some serious ups and downs already! Watching this makes me love them even more. Great video, and a great run. Hopefully I get a chance to run London one day. Good luck in the future
Congratulations Matthew. You're blessed to have such support from your other half. I can totally feel you because I've been there. And I'm sure you'll come back stronger in the next one. Anyway, I don't mind to have a very bad day and still have your time 😂.
Inspiring, emotional and encouraging, congrats on a fantastic time and another solid block, keep up the hard work and the 2:22 will come, no doubt 💪🏼🏃🏻♂️💨
Very emotional video, what a grind. So good with many people cheering for you. Onwards.
Amazing effort Matt, you are an inspiration to many runners who watch your videos every week, thank you .The way you kept going when suffering still smiling and waving, those hard training intervals in your other videos must have helped get you through it.
Awesome vlog. Awesome race. Hit me in the feels. 113th place overall, such a beast.
Thanks David. Really appreciate the support and glad you enjoyed the vlog.
Absolute goosebumps watching that Matt, perfectly sums up the emotions of Marathon day as a runner and spectator. Was litreally cheering you on on a pre-recorded video 😂 on to the next, look forward to the journey.
Oh gosh I’ve tears in my eyes watching this. I ran london that day in 3.25 not a pb but my first london and it was amazing, but watching this brought back how hard it is . I can’t even imagine how much harder it is at that pace absolutely incredible and what an inspiration you are x
You're making some great videos! Thank you for sharing the emotional side of running.
Incredible Matt - well done for gutting it out. This video was a great watch. Thank you
Amazing performance sir Matt!! 🏴
That was emotional. Wow fantastic video. Well done Matt, might not be the time you aimed for but the effort and determination was first class 👏💪
Cheers Ben. Great that you enjoyed the video. Thanks for the support. 👊
Congrats! Your race vlog was my experience all be it i was 2hrs later😂 As a Canadian with near all family in the welsh valleys the 🏴 support on route was incredible! Keep chipping away Matt. Cheers from 🇨🇦
Well done on gritting it out and glad the Welsh support helped get you through. Hope recovery is going well. Congrats again.
Thank you Matt for another incredible series. You might have feel like you've failed but it was still an incredible performance. Besides, you've insprired me as always!
Thanks for your support as always. Glad you enjoyed the series.
Stunning vlog, stunning running, absolutely love following your journey. Thank you and well done!! 🏅
Absolutely Raw! Honest head space in the moments straightaway the race in this vlog. In a week or 2 times, hopefully you'll reflect and he able to draw upon the wins. The LM was the victory lap of all the training and effort (and the Portugal training camp) you put in this block. Congrats and now breathe, then on to the next challenge!
I have been watching lots of the you tubes of London marathon, i found this one the most emotional and powerful, digging so deep, you are an amazing couple and thanks for sharing your journey, the good, the bad and the ugly, well i mean that as a complement !!! you dont edit out the grind , you put it all out there which makes it so relatable whatever pace anyone runs at, and i love the kindness and warmth of other runners at every level too, be mighty proud, best wishes jen
Absolutely brilliant! A really well put together and touching video! Congratulations on a great time 👊🏼
Thanks Stevo. Great that you enjoyed. Thanks for the kind feedback. 👊
Well done Matt, what a grinder. WOw. What a fantastic video, great work Guys. 👍👍👌👌
Well done Matt. The marathon is really a race that plays on our emotions no matter how we do. Looking forward to your next journey