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- The Man with the Halo - A story of bravery and determination in the face of adversity. Presented by On, directed by Emmy® Award winner Andrew Hinton.
www.manwiththehalo.com
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On teams up with Emmy®-award-winning director Andrew Hinton to bring you The Man with the Halo. This inspirational short documentary tells the unfathomable comeback story of Tim Don, the fastest Ironman triathlete of all time, after breaking his neck in a cycling crash.
Coming just days before the Ironman World Championships, where Tim was a favorite to top the podium, the crash looked to have ended not only Tim's hopes of becoming World Champion, but potentially his career.
Despite the long road to recovery ahead, Tim's resolve to fight for his dream was clear. Walk the comeback trail with Tim on a journey filled with bravery in the face of adversity, determination and, above all, inspiration. - กีฬา
After 5 min watching .... got crocodile tears already ..... what a man ..... such powerful message.... NEVER GIVE UP!!!
And dare I say that behind every successful athlete is an amazing husband or wife who gives just as much in order for them to succeed.
What a great and inspirational story. I am recovering from a C-1 fracture. I'm out of the halo now and I'm in the process of weaning myself off a hard cervical collar. I had been training for my first marathon when I broke my neck. I've set my sights on finishing my first marathon next year. I've been riding the Peloton and doing PT on my lower legs. The doctor says running is still a few months away, but I'll get there. Seeing Tim's grit and determination to bring himself back from his traumatic injury was an emotional and motivating experience for me. Thank you Tim for sharing this window into your journey back to Kona.
Hi Thomas!
We wish you a speedy recovery and hope you get well soon!
Hi Tim: Following your story and watching this documentary, I feel like I’m you. You see I also broke my C2 vertebrae in a cycling race last August. I was also 39 years old at the time. Unlike you however I opted to have 40mm screw put into my neck. I would love to come to Boulder to meet you. I will send you a message via Facebook. Thank you for sharing your story. Good luck in the training and I’ll be cheering for you at Kona 2018 👍😀
Hope you have recovered well!
I am 17 years old, and I have just broken my c2 as well, I am in a halo traction, how is your recovery?
@@rorybaker6586 Hope youve recovered mate!!
hey tim truly inspirational story i'm currently going through a simaler thing i'm 15 and broke c1 and c2 of my spine and fractured c3,4,5 and t1 in a mountain bike crash and got the halo off three weeks ago just hoping i can return to doing the things i love like you did
Riley Taylor hey man I’m 17 I’ve just broken my c2 on a trampoline and had my halo on for 6 weeks, two left. How’s your recovery?
rory baker hey mate, broke my c7 vertebrae and had to wear a stiff neck 3 months until now. would love to share some thoughts with someone who had a similar accident. greetings
Peter Luftensteiner hello! I had my halo off about 7 weeks ago now and was in a hard collar for two weeks and now home free! As lateral movement is between c1 and 2, my left movement is restricted a bit but it’s a consistent improvement, I’m back to an almost normal life now. It’s been a very frustrating summer, but I’m ready to move on with my life. How’s it going for you?
rory baker nice to hear you‘re doing good! summer was also rough for me but in my case they had to do a surgery where 3 vertebraes are connected by screws and some metal. in two days i will be allowed to move my head again which is pretty hard atm, but they said i will get back almost 100% of my mobility 🙌🏻 guess we just have to be glad to not be paralyzed after all. i only had the stiff neck but no halo, can‘t imagine the torture from it 😧
I just recovered from my C6 and C7 fracture after snowboarding in this winter 2018. Had HALO for 2 weeks, didn't work, had to do surgery. Even Halo for two weeks was nightmare and hell, especially trying to sleep.
Good job man, I feel your pain, proud of you! Never give up, and never surrender!
'Inspirational' is an understatement but don't know what other word to use
Dear Big Island,
Please be kind to this beautiful soul next October.
What a legend.
The "halo guy" is actually an Orthotist/Prosthetist. Those in that profession also fabricate prosthetic limbs and custom braces etc.. It's a small field but takes a lot of grad school certs/licensure to get to that point! Great work Tim!!
Hey Tim, I was in a motorbike accident and to say it was a close shave is an understatement! Broke T12 and whilst I wasn't in a Halo I was in a brace for 5 months (24/7). After the healing process I completed my first 70.3 Ironman. By God's grace... So I have an in cling of what you've gone through! Keep it up!
Tim you are a True Athlete. You are an role model for many athlete. Hats off to you.
137 days until Kona. Tim, YOU ARE AN IRONMAN! Thanks to On Running for The Man with the Halo and for being there for you.
Thanks for the love! We will be hearing more from Tim!
I mean how you dare to leave a dislike to such an athlete such a person such a fighter.
No words Tim only can do what you've done.
By disliking Lance Armstrong either. (I didn't dislike it though, cause the story from accident to being back into top-athletic Performance IS impressive. No question about it.)
So much respect for Tim. You are an amazing example for everyone. But the real hero is his wife. So much respect for her too. Well done to both of you
Kona best prepare because it has NO FREAKING CLUE what is coming...and his name is Tim Don! Bravo, Mr. Don!!!!! You are an inspiration to EVERYONE! Not just athletes!
8 years ago, I decided to self-train for triathlon in a province in the Northern Philippines that hadn’t even heard of triathlon. To keep me company, I’d turn to my heroes in the magazines and on TH-cam. And here was this Englishman, testing a Venge, eating his ‘jungle oats’ doing his own ‘moderate, medium and mad’ runs training and I thought: ‘ This one. This guy is one of my heroes.’ Bit odd, funny, hippy-cool and yeah- I go for the unique heroes. Well, heck, Tim Don! You might’ve missed Kona ‘17 but you are now bigger and more iconic than that race. You, dear great man, are a unique, truly-your-own kind of heroic mark in the yhe history of Ironman. No champion compares to you now. Because you inspire us, in a far distinct fashion. You, Tim Don have come back to Kona and have made your own incomparable, heroic, inspiring legacy.
Wish you all the best. I had the same problem in 2017, but broke C1 and operation was needed because it was an unstable fracture Gehweiler Typ III. Halo was no option in that case. Now I nearly quite good recovered and can do the most sport I did before. Life is sometimes not easy.
Wishing you all the best on your way to full recovery!
@@On-Running I'll try my best ;)
You are an example of self-improvement and will. The Brazilian triathlon cheers for you. We have no doubt that you will be in Kona / 2018. Congratulations !!!!
The world needs more people like you Tim! Such an inspiration.. 👍
What a brave man. Such an inspiration
I was counting down the days to see this. I suffered a lower back injury 9 days before Ironman Puerto Rico in March and I couldnt race. Tims story has been near my heart since his accident. His story is so inspiring, it was worth waiting for this. What an amazing human being, so humble and positive. Tim is definitely one of my all time favorite triathletes. Amazing documentary. Thank you Tim, for inspiring people all around the world and for reminding everybody that no matter what you go through in life, a positive attitude and hard work will give you wings to overcome ANY obstacle life throws your way. God bless you always and crush Kona!!!
I've been competing in triathlon for 24 years it's people like Tim that inspire me,you are a machine.Attitude goes a long way he never boubted himself.Awesome story.
True definition of Champion!
Brought me to tears. Simply heart warming to see all the support around you and your way of dealing with it and not taking the easy way of quitting. You gonna make your way to Kona. If anyone is passionate enough to do it this year, then it's YOU.
Thx for letting us take part of your way back "Home". I'm totally stunned.
I love this man. You fucking go Tim Don. Anything is possible
Tim Don is the man.
Tim I'm following you more than 8 years. You and some others made me healthier, confident and better person. I hope you are good and happy!!
You Sir are an inspiration, every time I think of giving up my path I will come back to this !
Will be seeing you kicking ass in Kona, Tim :)
Might have to watch this again, most of it was very blurry, something in my eye, i guess.
One of the most inspirational films I've ever seen.
had to concentrate many times not to cry actually. so impressive.
Tim you are an inspiration, injury recovery is the absolute hardest and it tests you to your absolute limits! Keep pushing you're a legend mate
Tim Don has always been a legend but now I have a whole new level of admiration for him, what an inspirational attitude. We can all take a leaf out of Tim’s book whenever we experience one of life’s unexpected but inevitable setbacks.
This amount of willpower and discipline is insane. I can't believe how brave this guy is. All the best!
Such an amazing comeback story. I got watery eyes several times! Tim Don is one of sport’s biggest heroes. We’re rooting for you Tim!!
Warrior with a positive soul and one of a kind attitude.
You have an iron soul and iron mind Tim! Thats what makes you a superior Athlete and Champion!! I wish you all the best from my heart!
Who could dislike this video seriously?! All the best Tim!
Wow, an amazing story! I had a cycle accident in 2009 and had a head injury and 11 broken bones in total including two vertebrae in my neck and 3 in my back. Sadly, those 5 are still broken and give me constant pain and the maximum I can do on my bike now is 2 hours before the pain is too bad. Your story is inspirational to me and quite rightly to others. It bought back many memories but thank you for telling it and sharing your journey. Truly amazing to achieve what you have done and I wish you all the best to achieve what ever you want to because I believe you will. Thanks Tim for the inspiration.
Truly inspired. Thanks for the filming & upload. Keep up the good work. 👍
We're happy to hear that you like the documentary about Tim!
Cant wait to watch you in Kona Tim, regardless if you win it, you are still a winner to many of us fans and supporters. Congratulations for getting back to where you are today, true inspiration.
Even before I knew about this story, I knew there was something special about Tim Don from other videos I'd seen on youtube that did not necessarily feature Tim. Thank you for this inspirational and uplifting video.
My new hero. Tim Don, you're a phenomenon.
Tim Don That is crazy!!!!! You did it, looking forward to watching your race! WOW
what a legend, the definition of an athlete, inspirational, admirable...blows my mind....this guy is beyond human achievement
Incredible Story. I hear from the accident last year- than I read that he finished already the Boston Marathon some weeks ago. I wish him all the best for this year. Very good and inspirational video. Greets from Spain
Truely inspirational and amazing. I don't think any of us can understand what he went through after the accident and halo can't wait to see you back in ironman being the best and taking on Kona.
Thanks for making me feel the lazy man that I am and congrats on you Tim!
7 minuets in and ive cried 3 times already , I love inspiring motivating stories
Great athlete. Big thanks from Brazil.
The subtitles are now also available in Brazilian Portuguese. Feel free to share! More news around Brazil are coming up soon too!
Incredibly inspiring
I commend on Andrew Hinton for telling us so lucidly yet another inspiring story on digital platform. Would love Andrew to continue telling this story, at least till Kona. Best wishes Tim!
I first watched this video around two years ago and that's when I've first heard of On Running. It not only made me emotional (sorry I'm not a native English speaker) about Tim's journey to get back to shape - I've faced more than a year of physiotherapy before - as also introduced me to On. Many thanks. I love my cloudflow by the way... And I have a profound feeling about it as my mom who gave it is now in a vegetative state. Keep running... cheers
Hi Afranio,
Thanks so much for your support! Our team loves to hear stories like yours and we are happy to hear that our shoes have been a good fit for you.
Hopefully you'll continue to enjoy running on clouds and we wish you and your family all the best!
The epitome of the champion mind set, deeply impressive.
simply amazing. lionheart
Tim. I’m inspired. Chapeau!
What an absolute inspiration that man is. Tim "the f#@$ing" Don
Hard work, dedication and strong will power,a person with these three qualities ,sky is the limit for him...
Great story,will definitely make all those people belittled who have a habit of giving excuses rather than focusing on cause and effect
What a great attitude, you are the bravest man on earth and such a great athlete Tim
You've beeb ab inspiration for years Tim. Keep going Harry Hard
What a legend
Congratulations Tim! You are an IRONMAN!!!
What an inspirational Story Tim
Thanks so much for sharing. Was a Tim Don fan before his injury and I am even more of one now. When I started my Ironman journey 5 years ago I watched his videos on TH-cam and loved his laid back approach and champion mindset. Thanks for the continued motivation and inspiration Tim. This will help and inspire everyone who watches it, whether they are a triathlete or not. Fuel for the world.
Tim Don, a true inspiration for all of us.
The most likeable athlete on the planet
The most inspirational story the sporting world has witnessed so far :o overwhelmingly impressed by this man... Hats off!! There's no other athlete to whom I would grant the world champion title in Kona as much as Tim Don. Be safe out there, champ!!
This guy and his will are so impressive to me. Wish you all the best, Tim! Keep fighting!
Inspiring and so emotional, great job Tim.
Incredible! Tim is unstoppable!
So inspiring. Rooting hard for you Tim!
Superb performance at Boston. What a contender.
Best story from the Boston Marathon 2018.
What a journey! So proud of you man. A story to inspire generations to come. Kona here you come!
Thank you Tim for your courage and showing us your heart. Can't wait to see you line up in Kona. Also congrats to the crew, Franko and all involved in this beautiful film. Cheers.
Legend.
What a piece. Of art
You are AWESOME! A great inspiration for everyone, and never give up! Congratulations to you and also to your wife.
Incredible story. Incredible man!
What a hero!!!!
Un exemple pour nous tous!!!
Hard to hold the tears! Well done Tim, well deserved!
Had my wife and I in tears! Loved it!!
Whomever clicked thumbs down to this must be nuts
OK I need to make changes in my life. Tim you're the best x
True greatness, thank you for the inspiration.
Intensity !!!
simply the best! inspiration pure. long life, brother!
Just amazing! Beautiful story!
Thank you Tim, for being such an inspiration. I fell at the bike leg of ironman70.3 langkawi. I wanted to use that race to prep for my A Race in WA. Broke my arm n dislocated shoulder. Throughout my recovery period, your story has inspired me on. I recenly completed the swim leg of Desaru 113. All fired up. I am working towards a comeback for IMWA70.3. Cycling still hurts on the shoulder. But that wont stop me. Thank you again. Keep on being an inspiration. Idham 47y.o.
Such an inspiration, loved the film. You rock Tim.
YOU ARE AWESOME! Kona 2018 will be yours!
Agree, he deserves it, what a class athlete...
Completely amazing man.Totally and completely.
The cars are very dangerous for training on roads! i has had injured, by hitting by a car too. Thanks Tim, following your story i will train again.
wow.. Speechless. That On apparel though! I want everything On!
AMAZING! AMAZING! AMAZING! Andrew thanks for putting this together. Tim, your spirit, your drive and your determination are more than can be put into words. Your wife is ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!!...She is a rockstar too.
Amazing story ! Go Tim
Amazing heart. Thanks Tim Don!
Amazing! Keep up the good work Tim, good luck with your continued recovery
Truly amazing. Such courage. I am sitting in the waiting room just about to go in for a partial knee replacement and I am inspired. Thank you Tim Don.
We wish you a fast recovery!
On Oxford knee replacement went well. I’m an avid triathlete, Ironman. Ran Boston in 2016. Tim is an amazing human. I hope he reads all the feedback. Keep fighting to Kona!!