Running the Tarawera 100 mile Ultra Marathon from the back. CHASING POUNAMU. Running Documentary

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  • CHASING POUNAMU is an authentic inspirational story that follows a back-of-the-pack, trail runner running for redemption at the 2019 Tarawera 100-mile Ultramarathon.
    A moving and dramatic story of the everyday man, interspersed with insights from the elites of global trail running. Chasing Pounamu will touch anyone that's ever got back up to try something that seemed impossible.
    SPECIAL THANKS:
    Courtney Dauwalter
    Ryan Sandes
    Camille Herron
    Jeff Browning
    Sally McRae
    Tim Day
    and of course Mr. Adrian Henry (and his family) for sharing his journey!
    Thanks for watching! please like, comment & subscribe.😀
    #trailrunning #100miles #ultramarathon #taraweraultramarathon #running inspiration #ultrarunning #running #ultra
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  • @robertrothstein
    @robertrothstein 4 ปีที่แล้ว +107

    What an amazing race director to go out and help 1 person finish. The whole race is his responsibility and he found time to go help him. Amazing achievement.

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah, He's a good guy.

    • @matthewfreese1597
      @matthewfreese1597 ปีที่แล้ว

      I saw another video where he's personally giving splits to the race leader too. He's everywhere lol

  • @BenzoDJ
    @BenzoDJ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    The Running Channel brought me here

  • @ozlich
    @ozlich 4 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Me last week: Really struggling to make it around parkrun without stopping atm.
    Me after watching this: Honey, I'm signing up to the Miler next year.

  • @squadrun4397
    @squadrun4397 4 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Amazing stuff. That was brutal. I cried. Beautiful.

  • @juliewilson8545
    @juliewilson8545 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Wow, just wow. All the emotions, captured perfectly. What an inspiration. Yes I cried watching Adrian strive for the finish within the cutoff time. For someone who is running her first trail race this coming weekend this short film is pure motivation.

  • @tamnz2477
    @tamnz2477 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks heaps Adrian and the rest of the crew in this real film . My wife found this in you tube first and forwarded it to me . This Film triggered my participation in Ultra running . Just did my First TUM 50 last Saturday , 11Feb2023 😎🤘🏽, supernatural achievement upon the finish line . Looking forward for TUM102 next year 2024 🔥🤘🏽

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching Tam NZ! Great to hear you completed the TUM 50. Good luck with the 102 next year!

    • @cejay67
      @cejay67 ปีที่แล้ว

      See you there!

  • @cejay67
    @cejay67 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wasn’t expecting to have a little cry today, but there you go. What an achievement.

  • @andrewkinney7322
    @andrewkinney7322 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I have my first 100-miler at Kettle Moraine in Wisconsin in June of 2020. You have captured my exact feelings about how friends and family help us get through the most important challenges we face. Thank you!

  • @FergClarke
    @FergClarke ปีที่แล้ว +2

    As a keen trail runner, but not super fast, I can relate to this. Well done Adrian! Loved this film so much!! #motivation

  • @Mrssuperkitty78
    @Mrssuperkitty78 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    In tears watching this. Really shows the beauty and heart of running. Kudos to the Race director too. Amazing to see him care so much not only about the race itself but the participants. Last finisher just as important at the first place finisher 🙌🏻

  • @jwanibrahim550
    @jwanibrahim550 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This was by far one of the most beautiful documentaries I’ve seen. This mans determination is so inspirational. I hope he continues to keep chasing all his dreams. Tears rolling towards the end lol. God bless and also what a beautiful family! ❤️

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome! Im so glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!!

  • @nicholabyrne0404
    @nicholabyrne0404 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    What a beautiful man and his family! This was amazing! Now crying my eyes out with delight and inspiration.

  • @thegallopinghousewife
    @thegallopinghousewife 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This is the best ultra running documentary I've ever seen. As a kiwi living in Scotland, seeing the importance of our unique culture that our Māori have gifted to us and our incredible landscape has cemented a desire to make Tarawera my goal. I've run through the Redwoods and around Tikitapu/Blue Lake in multiple events and my family live in Tauranga so seeing Adrian train and race on these familiar trails that I consider wā kāinga was extra special. Now to wipe my tears and get to work.

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! I’m so glad you enjoyed the documentary. Yep Tarawera is awesome. Looking forward to February when it kicks off again. Cheers!!

  • @RJ-iu7ze
    @RJ-iu7ze 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a brilliant, brilliant, brilliant film.

  • @historyhypehub
    @historyhypehub 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As someone at the tail end of a 6 month training program and facing 128k and 7500m of elevation in a month, expecting to be close to the 30 hour cutoff, I really needed to see this. Amazing video.

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching. Im glad you enjoyed it. Good luck with the ultra!

  • @Labanditchburn
    @Labanditchburn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Both my fiance and I was lost it watching this. What a fantastic example of humility and grace. Well done Sir

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much. Im glad you enjoyed it.

  • @paulbennison6376
    @paulbennison6376 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow just wow, flicked it on and watched the whole thing. Family, family so important what an inspiration. The human spirit. I will show this to the kids I teach. Being an ultra runner I know what it is like to be at the back of the field. Hey but you get your money's worth!!

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Im glad you enjoyed it. Hope the kids are inspired too.

  • @Mookiethedog
    @Mookiethedog ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great guy...I'm 59 so it's great to see an older dude be epic! Great family and race director too by the looks of things!

  • @peterdutoit4928
    @peterdutoit4928 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks. I needed that. Not quite 58 so still time to do as miler. Thanks for your vulnerability.

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching. I’m glad you enjoyed it

  • @MrC-ov1ht
    @MrC-ov1ht 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    8am in the UK and I’m crying my eyes out you git. Bloody well done mate 👍 There are few people who could do this, I’m not one of them

  • @susanjane4784
    @susanjane4784 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    More incredible and emotional than all the other 100s I've watched. In the Tour de France and other grand tours, they have an unofficial award for the rider who manages to survive 2000+km and come in last. But their achievement is nothing like this. Truly beautiful flim and very moving.

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for your kind words. Im so glad you enjoyed it.

  • @scotteek
    @scotteek 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Glad this popped up on the recommended list, really well put together, great watch 🙏👌🏻

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      So am I! I'm new to TH-cam so interested to see how it all works, in regards to suggested video etc. Thanks for watching.

  • @19nelly69
    @19nelly69 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a truly humbling man Amazing well done Adrian..

  • @dennisferrell3662
    @dennisferrell3662 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have watched dozens of videos about ultra events and this is one of the top ones out there. Fantastic piece of filmmaking, Aaron. You tell a great story. Adrian, you have inspired me on so many levels. At 73 I won’t be running any races, but the lessons learned from your effort apply across the board in our lives. Thank you for this.

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow, thank you! Thanks for watching. I'm glad you enjoyed it!

  • @Tamieca.M
    @Tamieca.M 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've intended to watch this for over a month and have finally gotten to it. It was awesome and inspirational and what I needed, when I really needed it. I'll definitely be watching this again and again. Now, if I could just stop my eyes from leaking...

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Fantastic! Im glad it has helped inspire you. Thanks for watching!!

  • @kierrendon5974
    @kierrendon5974 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi Sir, your Pounamu story put a very big smile on my face. I was cheering alone when I saw the last 5min cut off time. You inspired me a lot. Now, I am more motivated to run my first Ultramarathon this year. Greetings from a Filipino marathon runner.

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, that's great to hear. Good luck with your first ultra!

  • @PFMTRH
    @PFMTRH 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What an amazing story! This really touches the very core and reason we do what we love.. Appreciate all of the pros and the race director what a class act!! Congratulations finishing your race bud!

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Yeah you are right. He's a class act!

  • @lisaanslow3307
    @lisaanslow3307 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow! I was literally sitting on the edge of my seat crying and willing Adrian on. Thank you for an inspiring film. Adrians words will be in my head when the going gets tough and I feel like giving up.

  • @dimanacastanja
    @dimanacastanja 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    "No man is limited" (Eliud Kipchoge) ...what a amazing and inspiring story! Much respect!

  • @donniehuffman6014
    @donniehuffman6014 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Fantastic!!! Well done! What a great family you have! Very inspiring!

  • @alanorourke7343
    @alanorourke7343 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an amazing inspirational film.
    Close to tears as he closed in on his goals and something as a runner I can totally relate to.

  • @kaimanawakid
    @kaimanawakid 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Jesus what an inspiring story. Amazing achievement Adrian congratulations, and I loved who you are as a person and how you articulated that. Fantastic film guys, I knew I was on to a good story within the first minute.

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Ross. Im glad the film connected with you.

  • @bluedownsit
    @bluedownsit ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This one made me cry very inspirational

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m glad you found it inspiring. Thanks for watching!

  • @carrotsandrunning
    @carrotsandrunning 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    good luck to all those lining up next weekend.

  • @AndrewF58
    @AndrewF58 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome stuff. Saw Adrian doing some volunteer work and helping clear a section of the course in the weekend. He then ran out of the bush with a hedge trimmer across his shoulder, the man.

  • @THIRTYTWOMEDIA
    @THIRTYTWOMEDIA 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    what a gentleman, and what an inspirational film. This is why i love the trails and the trail running community. Great work to all involved in the teamwork that made the finish, and the film possible.

  • @andrewturner4089
    @andrewturner4089 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congrats Adrian! Just signed up for my first 100 miler next year - hope I can find half the courage you have. Big love from London, UK

  • @veramcalves
    @veramcalves 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful, just beautiful. And that ending... This'll get anyone inspired to chase bigger goals. Thanks Aaron and thanks Adrian.

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Vera and THB for helping with this and giving me the nudge to get it filmed x🌰

  • @kellyhunt2910
    @kellyhunt2910 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So good!! I loved everything about it! Such a great build up I was so worried Adrian wasn’t going to make it and was so proud and inspired when he did. Such a legend! I can’t wait to watch more

  • @BushTuckerProduction
    @BushTuckerProduction 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a good film. Great build up and super emotional - cant wait to see more films like this!

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Mr Matthew. Thanks for your help with the maps!! They came out pretty good!!🌰

  • @ianthevegantattooedultraru1113
    @ianthevegantattooedultraru1113 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well Done, A very enjoyable watch, Forwards always forwards!

  • @kellyseed8828
    @kellyseed8828 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing, inspiring. And I still have tears

  • @stealthassasin1day291
    @stealthassasin1day291 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    They motivated him so hard he came from last place to even pass someone in the end... Def a team effort in the end. Shows you the mind can push the body past its limits.

  • @jak12329
    @jak12329 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Seen a lot of films about ultras but this is by far one of the best. Absolutely amazing, thank you so much.

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Jack! Thanks for the kind words, Im so glad you enjoyed it.

  • @jomunn3162
    @jomunn3162 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Totally inspiring ! This humble guy and his loving whanau sure know how to move a girl to tears!!!

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Jo, Yeah I agree, totally humble guy, and a great support crew,

  • @inked0331
    @inked0331 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've just started my journey into ultra at 46 yrs old.....I'm very pumped after watching this..thanks

  • @clairedelaney4024
    @clairedelaney4024 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely amazing! Hit me right in the feels and brought me to tears. Congratulations Adrian! You are an inspiration! Brilliantly filmed and put together.

  • @francescleoduran3412
    @francescleoduran3412 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This! Epic! ♥️💕💞👏👏👏

  • @Foxr6
    @Foxr6 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow glued to the screen!

  • @trishthorne9044
    @trishthorne9044 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Adrian you are my hero. That was such an emotional journey, thank you for sharing this. Wow....

  • @chrisk9586
    @chrisk9586 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for telling this story. Great job!

  • @patoztatoz4400
    @patoztatoz4400 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pure emotions here.. Thank you!

  • @lorileclair9336
    @lorileclair9336 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful.. thank you for sharing

  • @MissGrace4
    @MissGrace4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What an incredible ultramarathoner! Congratulations. ❤️ Also, loved the teamwork at the end.

  • @braflynn
    @braflynn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    omg I'm sobbing. What a great story and film! Beautiful family and support and mountains. Spectacular!!

  • @heavens6841
    @heavens6841 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was beautiful to watch 💖 thank you for gifting us with your story 💖

  • @stephenjaguar69
    @stephenjaguar69 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome film - thanks for sharing. Adrian, your an inspiration mate. Kia Kaha.

  • @robsmith7503
    @robsmith7503 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Incredible story, beautifully told. Thanks for sharing ..... What a hero the race director was !!!

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching! Yeah Tim's a solid guy.

  • @paulholland4908
    @paulholland4908 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Inspirational, absolutely loved it! Congratulations Adrian, and thank you to Find Your feet Films.

  • @kaiviti81
    @kaiviti81 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What an inspirational clip. I shed a few tears with you at the end.

  • @usedwigs
    @usedwigs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was beautiful and inspiring. Congrats to Adrian and everyone involved with the film.

  • @HuwJones
    @HuwJones 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent....well done. Absolutely loved watching this!

  • @TheDanami
    @TheDanami 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an inspirational film. Well done on your quest & what an amazing family.....you all should be so proud!

  • @briand9597
    @briand9597 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was great. Got me in the feels for sure. Deserve so many more views and subs. Well done!

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks. Im glad you liked it.Yeah, its early days, Im just stoked that people like you are enjoying it.

  • @bikerchick21
    @bikerchick21 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you for sharing...great story

  • @Guysontherun1
    @Guysontherun1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved it, what a journey, you're special man, well done.

  • @billmulligan3749
    @billmulligan3749 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you

  • @gavsta18
    @gavsta18 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great story telling in this documentary. Good shots and great editing. Thoroughly enjoyed this.

  • @aaronbrook
    @aaronbrook ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you tremendously for this beautiful film and story. You've created something truly special here, Aaron.

  • @stevejones1053
    @stevejones1053 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well done! Such a beautiful doc on a beautiful soul. Gosh I love this sport and community.

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! I agree, great guy and the community rocks!

  • @franzellecarmon3550
    @franzellecarmon3550 ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG: What an inspiration. Thank you Adrian.

  • @NamNgo-nr7bz
    @NamNgo-nr7bz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing your story. It’s an amazing journey.

  • @chrislucas5441
    @chrislucas5441 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Moving story, absolutely awesome. Love this event- can’t wait to run it in a few weeks!

  • @scotttrillo5345
    @scotttrillo5345 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, Adrian's a legend, very inspiring story. Well done Aaron so nicely put together. It makes you realize how lucky we are to have such a amazing back yard.
    I look forward to seeing more.

  • @mikeandemoutdoors1344
    @mikeandemoutdoors1344 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a film. Dryer all the way through. So special.x I'm a mess now. Blow away.x

  • @jossgower
    @jossgower 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great film!!

  • @scottlong9361
    @scottlong9361 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing! Such a great journey.

  • @Sanko1960
    @Sanko1960 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic finish - so inspiring. Thank you!

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Natasha. Im glad you found it inspiring.

  • @amandachu656
    @amandachu656 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love it! So inspiring and motivational.

  • @HitTheTrails
    @HitTheTrails ปีที่แล้ว

    awesome! loved it.

  • @ausyonline
    @ausyonline 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of the best films I have watched ! What an inspirational story

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!!

  • @xXAnthony619Xx
    @xXAnthony619Xx 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    AMAZING FILM AND STORY! Thank you so much for providing this content and doing such a great job. This is truly motivating for me as an amateur runner!

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much! Im glad its helped motivate you!

  • @vendejos
    @vendejos 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I admit it, I am crying. What an emotional movie. One of the best I’ve seen. Congratulations

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!!! Im glad you enjoyed it!!

  • @fisiodenis78
    @fisiodenis78 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing... fantástico!!!!! Congratulações Guerreiro!

  • @jasonbraley5328
    @jasonbraley5328 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very inspiring! Thank you

  • @shaunmcaloon8278
    @shaunmcaloon8278 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So inspirational I love it!
    what an awesome man!!

  • @013Bondgirl
    @013Bondgirl 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bloody hell…I teared up. So fantastic. Well done Adrian.

  • @ScottMoyse
    @ScottMoyse 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very well done to Adrian and whanau! And nice work to the film maker, a stunning story well told.

  • @MarkusAliasCmn
    @MarkusAliasCmn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    what an inspiration. incredible achievement by adrian and great video.

  • @hughjaynus4374
    @hughjaynus4374 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    this is what I needed, thank you.

  • @gtc262
    @gtc262 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful, brought a tear to my eye.

  • @jjking9513
    @jjking9513 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, I was shouting for him at the end "I WILL NEVER QUIT, I WILL NEVER QUIT" I cried hard ☠
    I have my own 100km ultra in July this year and this has really boosted my journey there. Much Love.

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much for the kind words. Im glad that Adrian's story has inspired you! Good luck with the 100km in July.

    • @jjking9513
      @jjking9513 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FindYourFeetFilms ❤

  • @mattingram6656
    @mattingram6656 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Incredible story, thanks for sharing

  • @stuartcamps2205
    @stuartcamps2205 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    so well done, and he's a hero,
    thank you :)

  • @mattm1823
    @mattm1823 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm in tears. This was incredible.

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching. I’m glad you enjoyed it.

  • @loums52
    @loums52 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful. A real testament to the human spirit and to those that supported Adrian all those miles.

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching! It really was a team effort.

  • @danlatham4569
    @danlatham4569 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think this is the best running documentary I’ve ever seen ...... SO inspiring

    • @FindYourFeetFilms
      @FindYourFeetFilms  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Thats a big call. Im glad you enjoyed it!!

  • @Petermaguire3684
    @Petermaguire3684 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    amazing, thank you for sharing your journey.

  • @walterhogie
    @walterhogie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved this film!

  • @Theinkedone48
    @Theinkedone48 ปีที่แล้ว

    Simply inspirational.