Hi Sally, You are such an inspiration to me. I'm 75 years old and training for a half marathon. I was down and out after my wife passed from cancer in 2023 I took six months off and could not get myself to run again. Until I started watching you. You are my hero. Thank you, Sally, for turning my life around. Tom
Tom, you are inspiring a lot of us "spring chickens", especially me. I am 35 training for me first triathlon. Thank you for reminding me why we do this. All the best with your half marathon. Your wife would be proud of you. x
If Sally McRae can realize she fucked up at Mile 11 and still continue to finish and come 4th in a 250 Mile Race, then it helps me believe I can do a lot more than I think also. Thanks Sally.
And then got her period!?!? GAW! This woman is a machine of positive self will. She just continues to reset and begin again. Then she sets the next “small goal” of running through the entire night lol I adore this woman ❤
I toed the line in 2024 having watched this religiously in my time spent training. Absolutely surreal setting foot on the course and 'seeing' first hand the challenge that lay ahead. I dropped at 172 miles climbing out of Casner Canyon, completely spent and out of my mind; but in failure I learned so much about myself. That first night section from Crown King to Kipa and on to Prescott cannot be underestimated; very hard going both mentally and physically. Love this video, Sally :) you're so strong.
2 miles is an ultra for me. It amazes me that people watching your pain, suffering, exhaustion, and grit actually want to do that race, too. It takes 4 hours to drive 250 miles on the freeway. I couldn't stop watching this.
Hi Sally, it was an honor to toe the line with you during the race! I did the 2022 version and DNF at Deer Path due to a compartment syndrome condition and took my revenge on the 2023 Cocodona. Finished at 115 hours. I pretty much walk the whole thing just want to finish it. And I saw you at the starting line and probably that is the only time I saw you lol. This movie is awesome! Definitely brought back lots of memories from the race. Can’t believe that you run the whole thing with your foot condition like that! Very inspiring and hope to see you in some races in the future!
Hang on, she's nearly killing herself out there and she gets a burger and the first thing she does is ask if he wants some? Through all that physical and mental pain and she's thinking of others? Huge respect!
Hi Sally, you are such an inspiration to me and have helped me so much, thank you! I tried couch to 5k 18mths ago in a last ditch effort to lose weight and boost my mental health (I've struggled for years after the death of my partner.) To my surprise I loved it, and continued to run a bit after finishing the course, but I never saw myself as a "runner" due to low self esteem and still being a bit overweight, so I didn't really pursue it. However, I then stumbled across ultrarunning documentaries, especially ones featuring yourself, and it ignited something in me! I started running more, working on my form, doing a bit of strength and flexibility training, trying to run most days and to go further afield - and I LOVED it. I felt so at peace out on the trails, and it had such an amazing effect on my mental wellbeing and self esteem. I started hiking and camping too, going off on little solo adventures, and finally gained the confidence and motivation to seek help for adult ADHD, which I was told was really severe. Getting help with that turned out to be the key to me getting my life back on track after all these years, and it would never have happened without running. Throughout all this I discovered a burning passion for trail and distance running, especially fell running (hill/mountain running in the UK.) It makes me feel alive, and joyful, and exhilarated - things I hadn't felt in a decade. It also really helps me to process my emotions and to spend time with my thoughts, as well as calming my hyperactive ADHD brain. The challenge keeps me focused and excited, and I've realised I am SO much stronger and more capable than I thought. Basically - it's magic. One huge thing is how it has enabled me to finally begin to process my grief over the loss of my partner, which had felt too big and too painful to deal with at the time, so I had locked it away all these years.. I also had to come to terms with the way I reacted to his death at the time (I withdrew from life, my mental health fell apart, I had to leave my career as a junior doctor, I lost contact with my friends, fell into drug addiction, and lost my ability to live independently. I hated myself for a really long time, even after getting clean.) There is something so special about long distance running and the way it allows you to work through these things, and you were the one who introduced me to this. I also really value the message you give about strength, and what true strength is, and what a gift it is to be here, able to feel emotions, even if those emotions are painful or difficult. What a gift it is to be able to choose to take on challenges knowing we will suffer during them, and to embrace that with all our heart. You're saving lives. You saved mine. Thank you so, so much 💖💖💖
Thank you for sharing your story! I also just got into running and I have ADD, which makes me feel like I'm about to explode most of the time. Only when running I feel some sense of calm lately. You're inspiring me to keep going, so thank you again 😊🙏🏼
"It's really easy for me, if I'm not moving at the pace I want to move, to not even appreciate the fact that I'm moving forward..." This resonates with me so hard. I'm trying to rebuild things after a decade of withdrawing from life due to bereavement & mental health issues, and I'm just SO eager to be back on my feet as fast as possible, but it's really tough at times. A lot of difficult emotions come to the surface, or unexpected set-backs hinder my progress, and I get so frustrated and angry with myself for not being where I feel like I should be. In these moments I stop recognising that I am still moving forward and making progress. I forget how far I've come, and how lucky I am to have this second chance at life. I don't look at myself and my situation with gratitude and compassion. All I can see is the obstacle, and my "failure" to progress past it fast enough. But in reality, every obstacle is a chance to learn, and grow, and emerge the other side even stronger. And after a decade of just existing rather than living life, any forward movement, however tiny, is a gift. And set-backs are just part of the process of moving forwards. And I am so grateful to have this chance. Being able to find gratitude and perspective in those moments can be so powerful and transformative.
thank you for sharing all of that with me. Allowing yourself to go through the seasons of life (the highs and the lows) is so important...I hope you know that you are loved and I hope you remember your strength each and every day.
I love this woman!!! She is so inspirational- like “if she can do it, so can I!” I get emotional watching all her races!! Wait until you read her book!!!
I'm baffled by the lack of complaining she did 😄 but that's seriously something I need to remember next time I run an ultra! Truly an inspiration, great movie, I cried when she crossed the finish line with so much energy, unbelievable.
Major props to Sally’s team! Encouraging, unwavering. Eddy validating her pain AND pushing her forward with kindness! So great! Way to go Sally! Thank you for sharing this experience with all of us!!!
I’m from Phoenix and have lived in Arizona my whole life. The elevation gain is really insane for those who haven’t driven from Phoenix to flagstaff. You go through several different climate zones. This is mad impressive
This year at age 55, i broke my calcaneus in January and had heel spur removed in April, broke my hip (total hip replacement)in August (same side) Thought i was done with running, with tears in my eyes watching you cross that finish line, I'm going for it!!!! Thank you!!!
I’m recently diagnosed bipolar. And have been addressing my related addiction issues. Running has been helping me to develop patience and getting natural endorphins. My first race is in a month! I’m only doing a 10k but I love and appreciate the knowledge you share through your running videos. Thank you! Keep kicking ass!
Sally, I watched a Cameron Hanes podcast ( Lift, run, shoot ), and you were on. That's when I was first made aware of you. You have a great message and awesome discipline. Also the fact that you speak openly about your love for our Lord Jesus Christ..... Great video .... God Bless ...
Having the ability to struggle and be in pain for so long and yet keep pushing is remarkable. Well done Sally you are incredibly inspiring and you've certainly inspired me to do more!
I've read in one of J. Krishnamurti's book something about pain. He said that once you face pain with clear eyes, no judgement, as a fact, eventually the pain will subside and desappear. He was obviously talking about psychological pain. By watching and listening to what Sally went through in the documentary, I'm pretty much sure Sally accepted so openheartedly the pain was there that it eventually gave place to a source of energy so powerful we can't even understand.
What an absolute SAVAGE you are, Sally. I ran my first full marathon a year ago (clocked in at 3:59:13), and just recently did a solo 52km, both were absolutely brutal on me, and it's fair to say I am proud of both. But I am so humbled by your mental strength (and physical conditioning of course) and I just can not fathom 250 miles. It's 10 marathons. How is that even possible? The places your mind has been to, so few people have visited in their lifetime, that there are not even such words to describe them in human language. I bow to your courage and will.
What an epic journey!! I'm doing my first ultra next month in Leadville (50 miler). I'm gonna remember your strength when it gets tough and that we all possess that. You're an inspiration Sally.
I’m a very new runner trying to cope with recovery from multiple eating disorders, and you are an incredible inspiration. I mean I’m happy when I make it 5 miles.😅
Incredible. The way you can just keep pushing blows my mind! I just completed my first 100 mile ultra yesterday and you were a huge I spiraling and motivator for me. You rock!
Qui es-tu lorsque tout s'effondre? Qui es-tu face à cette douleur? Ces mots me guideront à tout jamais, tant lors de mes compétitions que lors des grands défis que la vie m'offrira... Tellement inspirant !! Merci pour cette sagesse !!
Sally, you are a true inspiration to women everywhere. What an incredible journey!!. Thank you for taking us along with you. I cried a few times during this video. Especially when you crossed the finish line. Shout our to your husband and your team.
Sally is such an inspiration to keep pushing forward, even through pain. So many of us tap out when it gets hard, but it shows true character to keep going. Congrats, Sally! 🎉🎉
After watching you train for this through the weeks and then even with the set backs and pain in the race to push on to finish, you truly are incredible and have inspired me to give the 50k ultra I’ve been looking at go. Look forward to what is next to come, you are amazing. 👏👏
You are such an inspiration to many, sometimes we have highs, sometimes we have lows, sometimes the unexpected happens, but we just take another step forward and overcome! Well done Sally, can’t wait to see your next adventure❤️ “The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make His face shine upon you, And be gracious to you; The Lord lift up His countenance upon you, And give you peace.” Numbers 6:24-26
Sally - I loved this so much! Thanks for sharing. So many good messages in this. And glad you were able to put on dress shoes to marry Billy and Hilary!
Dear Sally, as you ran this I was hospitalised and not sure if I would ever run again. Knowing you were out there inspired me to think positively. A few hours after you crossed the finish I toed the line at an ultra trail run (with doctors permission.). Your finish inspired me to try. I also finished! Thank you for the stories, the poetic and honest viewpoint, and your inspiration. (I have also done the MOzart 100 and in a podcast Realized you must have as well from what you were describing. Maybe one day you are there again and I see you.)
Sally, I’m an ex runner who lives in constant pain due to posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, i.e., collapsed arch. I can’t believe what you just went through. You give me hope. Thank you
Thank you for sharing your journey!! I am so moved by your story and ability to take another step forward with pain. I am signed up for Cocodona 2024 and pray I have similar mental strength
everytime i watch her docu series - I hear the same things that I feel. To see you Sally power through and talk yourself through these have been so helpful and realistic. 😂 we get our cycle every month and its just an attitude change.... I know sounds so simple but I really enjoy the self talk. I find myself talking myself down but I am loving the inspiring series for long term runners and new runnings!!!!
EPIC!! Thank you Sally for being such an inspiration! Your strength and resilience is unmatched! Thank you Drew and Tyler for the labor of love you’ve given us! This will def be on repeat in my motivational artillery. 💛
Wow Sally what a film. I don't know wether it's pure determination or complete madness. I think there was about half a dozen times I gritted my teeth or covered my eyes. Amazing effort, anyone else would have given up ages ago. Your amazing ❤
🎉 Inspirational! Way to tough it out! Im personally just getting back into running after a 7 year hiatis. Just did a 5k run which is absolutely nothing compared to your 250 mi trek! But ive caught the bug again for cross country running! And you are going to be in my head now! You're a warrior, Sally! Keep up the hard work!
Tout le monde ne peut pas être du niveau de Sally, même si elle est pour beaucoup, source d'inspiration. Pour moi, elle est surtout une source d'admiration. Elle prouve qu'une femme peut être capable de réaliser des performances exceptionnelles tout en ayant une vie de famille équilibrée, elle arrive à ne pas tomber dans l'extrème/ultime effort qui la ferait basculer vers l'irrémédiable blessure. Elle est une force de la nature,, elle inspire la joie, la réussite, la longévité. Comme je ne peux lui arriver ne serait ce qu'à la cheville, elle est d'autant plus pour moi une personne exceptionnelle. Elle a un physique maintes fois travaillé avec méthode et perfectionnisme, car Sally est une personne très intelligente et sensée
Commenting again after watching this and I wanna say Sally - you rock! I'm in the same age group as you and I am also a mum (to a teenage boy), but I have only recently gotten back into trail and ultra running. Watching you do Cocodona 250 is truly inspiring for someone like me, because you represent women like me and show the strength and fortitude needed in a sport like this. It was an absolute treat watching this and will definitely help me push through my training for two upcoming ultras for me - Taupo Ultra (50k event to qualify for next event) and the Tarawera Ultra (100 mile event). I hope you are recovering well from such an epic race and I am looking forward to seeing what you have planned next :-)
Good work, Sally! I happened to have the privilege of watching the livestream during your approach to the finish line, and the sheer amount of support from running community on the livestream was staggering compared to that for any of the other runners. You're clearly a crowd favorite and I think this documentary shows why. True perseverance and relatability make you an inspiration to all!
Thank you for your kind words Tim and really appreciate you following the journey from the live stream to this film! Our community is so incredible and I'm very grateful to be a part of it!
OH MY GOSH!!! Sally, you are always such an amazing inspiration all of the time, but this is tops!!! I watched this while training on the elliptical this morning and you motivated me in ways I couldn’t imagine! I have so many dreams and goals that I still want to accomplish and for a while I lost faith and hope in myself and my abilities at this time in my life, but I recently had a heart to heart talk with myself and I was really honest with myself, I’m now starting my training over and where I need to be at this moment in my life and build back…your video is exactly what I need, thank you for always being open, honest, beautiful and inspirational 💗💕 I only got to enjoy a short amount of time with you at the Mokelomne River 50M in 2015, it was my first 50M and I was completely surprised to see you in my backyard lol especially since I’d just started following you after watching your documentary Western Times, that was a great inspiration to get me through that race that day, then Salmon Falls 50k I believe in 2016, we took a picture together that I still cherish 💗 Keep doing what you’re doing, you’re helping so many people be their best selves 💕💗
Epic! Sally you are so inspiring! Just listening to you talk about how anyone can choose strong and you don’t have to be special you just need to keep moving forward through the discomfort fires me up! Keep crushing it!
I haven’t run distance since the 1980s. I’m currently recuperating from a fractured tibial plateau. Your videos are so inspiring. I hope to swim some long distance races once I’m able to swim again. First I have to walk and drive.
The inspiration that this lady has, has lit a fire in me.. I may never be to her caliber. But to accomplish something that you set out to do will be amazing ❤️💯🇨🇦
You are truly inspiring! Congratulations!! Also absolutely love watching your support team cheer you on through all of it. Brought me to tears multiple times.
Wow! Didn’t know that the foot trouble started so early, because there was quite a bit of discussion about it in the livestream chat later. Choosing to continue on and deciding who you want to be in that moment is solid advice for life, not just ultras.
I have to tell one thing this woman inspires me soo much that I can´t even imagine I have found your videos since then I have started running Me as a guy who always did only strenght training in the gym I have found you and I have started runing and tody I have run my first marthon ever I have never felt like this ever before and I will continue at what you do, thank you for your content and we will se each other at some race one day
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Hi Sally,
You are such an inspiration to me.
I'm 75 years old and training for a half marathon.
I was down and out after my wife passed from cancer in 2023
I took six months off and could not get myself to run again.
Until I started watching you.
You are my hero.
Thank you, Sally, for turning my life around.
Tom
And you Tom- you are an inspiration to all of us. Bless you out there on your runs.
Keep going Tom!! 🎉 Thank you for inspiring us!!
Keep running, Tom!
❤
Tom, you are inspiring a lot of us "spring chickens", especially me. I am 35 training for me first triathlon. Thank you for reminding me why we do this. All the best with your half marathon. Your wife would be proud of you. x
If Sally McRae can realize she fucked up at Mile 11 and still continue to finish and come 4th in a 250 Mile Race, then it helps me believe I can do a lot more than I think also. Thanks Sally.
And then got her period!?!? GAW! This woman is a machine of positive self will. She just continues to reset and begin again. Then she sets the next “small goal” of running through the entire night lol
I adore this woman ❤
“Who are you when everything falls apart… ? Who are you in this pain…?” -GOOSEBUMPS
thank you for watching Erik!
That's the best line ever
Just heard those lines and so came to the comment section to see if anyone else had noticed it.. A great line indeed!
The unbroken and never will be..
Wow what a journey! Greetings from a Dutch runner!
I toed the line in 2024 having watched this religiously in my time spent training. Absolutely surreal setting foot on the course and 'seeing' first hand the challenge that lay ahead. I dropped at 172 miles climbing out of Casner Canyon, completely spent and out of my mind; but in failure I learned so much about myself. That first night section from Crown King to Kipa and on to Prescott cannot be underestimated; very hard going both mentally and physically. Love this video, Sally :) you're so strong.
2 miles is an ultra for me. It amazes me that people watching your pain, suffering, exhaustion, and grit actually want to do that race, too. It takes 4 hours to drive 250 miles on the freeway. I couldn't stop watching this.
Hi Sally, it was an honor to toe the line with you during the race! I did the 2022 version and DNF at Deer Path due to a compartment syndrome condition and took my revenge on the 2023 Cocodona. Finished at 115 hours. I pretty much walk the whole thing just want to finish it. And I saw you at the starting line and probably that is the only time I saw you lol. This movie is awesome! Definitely brought back lots of memories from the race. Can’t believe that you run the whole thing with your foot condition like that! Very inspiring and hope to see you in some races in the future!
Way to go!!!
Hang on, she's nearly killing herself out there and she gets a burger and the first thing she does is ask if he wants some? Through all that physical and mental pain and she's thinking of others? Huge respect!
Sally, you have inspired me to get out there and overcome my fears. You’re going the distance not only for you…. we are with you
Hi Sally, you are such an inspiration to me and have helped me so much, thank you!
I tried couch to 5k 18mths ago in a last ditch effort to lose weight and boost my mental health (I've struggled for years after the death of my partner.) To my surprise I loved it, and continued to run a bit after finishing the course, but I never saw myself as a "runner" due to low self esteem and still being a bit overweight, so I didn't really pursue it.
However, I then stumbled across ultrarunning documentaries, especially ones featuring yourself, and it ignited something in me!
I started running more, working on my form, doing a bit of strength and flexibility training, trying to run most days and to go further afield - and I LOVED it. I felt so at peace out on the trails, and it had such an amazing effect on my mental wellbeing and self esteem.
I started hiking and camping too, going off on little solo adventures, and finally gained the confidence and motivation to seek help for adult ADHD, which I was told was really severe. Getting help with that turned out to be the key to me getting my life back on track after all these years, and it would never have happened without running.
Throughout all this I discovered a burning passion for trail and distance running, especially fell running (hill/mountain running in the UK.) It makes me feel alive, and joyful, and exhilarated - things I hadn't felt in a decade. It also really helps me to process my emotions and to spend time with my thoughts, as well as calming my hyperactive ADHD brain. The challenge keeps me focused and excited, and I've realised I am SO much stronger and more capable than I thought. Basically - it's magic.
One huge thing is how it has enabled me to finally begin to process my grief over the loss of my partner, which had felt too big and too painful to deal with at the time, so I had locked it away all these years.. I also had to come to terms with the way I reacted to his death at the time (I withdrew from life, my mental health fell apart, I had to leave my career as a junior doctor, I lost contact with my friends, fell into drug addiction, and lost my ability to live independently. I hated myself for a really long time, even after getting clean.)
There is something so special about long distance running and the way it allows you to work through these things, and you were the one who introduced me to this. I also really value the message you give about strength, and what true strength is, and what a gift it is to be here, able to feel emotions, even if those emotions are painful or difficult. What a gift it is to be able to choose to take on challenges knowing we will suffer during them, and to embrace that with all our heart.
You're saving lives. You saved mine. Thank you so, so much 💖💖💖
What an incredible story… you rock too lady! Stay safe & healthy.
I don’t know you but you are an incredible human being and resilience personified. Stay healthy and happy 🙏🏿
You are amazing! Keep going!
Your story is exactly why I love running!! Gets down to the nitty gritty and unlocks our passion and love and emotions for this sport! Love it!!
Thank you for sharing your story! I also just got into running and I have ADD, which makes me feel like I'm about to explode most of the time. Only when running I feel some sense of calm lately. You're inspiring me to keep going, so thank you again 😊🙏🏼
"It's really easy for me, if I'm not moving at the pace I want to move, to not even appreciate the fact that I'm moving forward..."
This resonates with me so hard. I'm trying to rebuild things after a decade of withdrawing from life due to bereavement & mental health issues, and I'm just SO eager to be back on my feet as fast as possible, but it's really tough at times.
A lot of difficult emotions come to the surface, or unexpected set-backs hinder my progress, and I get so frustrated and angry with myself for not being where I feel like I should be.
In these moments I stop recognising that I am still moving forward and making progress. I forget how far I've come, and how lucky I am to have this second chance at life. I don't look at myself and my situation with gratitude and compassion. All I can see is the obstacle, and my "failure" to progress past it fast enough.
But in reality, every obstacle is a chance to learn, and grow, and emerge the other side even stronger.
And after a decade of just existing rather than living life, any forward movement, however tiny, is a gift. And set-backs are just part of the process of moving forwards. And I am so grateful to have this chance.
Being able to find gratitude and perspective in those moments can be so powerful and transformative.
I don't know who you are, but would love to hear your story. Keep it up and keep us posted.
Yesssss!! That comment spoke loudly, we all can do these things. ❤
thank you for sharing all of that with me. Allowing yourself to go through the seasons of life (the highs and the lows) is so important...I hope you know that you are loved and I hope you remember your strength each and every day.
Anyone else cry ~33 minutes in 🥺 sally is such a beast, not just physically but mentally 💛
thank you for watching Nancy!
i cried at 33 seconds and didnt stop.
I love this woman!!! She is so inspirational- like “if she can do it, so can I!” I get emotional watching all her races!! Wait until you read her book!!!
Def teared up at the end
@@Mark0h1lol same!
And I'm nervous about a half marathon.😮 AMAZING
Just cried my eyes out. That was so beautiful. Sally, you’re the reason I’m signed up for my first ultra.
Awesome!
I'm baffled by the lack of complaining she did 😄 but that's seriously something I need to remember next time I run an ultra! Truly an inspiration, great movie, I cried when she crossed the finish line with so much energy, unbelievable.
Major props to Sally’s team! Encouraging, unwavering. Eddy validating her pain AND pushing her forward with kindness! So great! Way to go Sally! Thank you for sharing this experience with all of us!!!
I’m from Phoenix and have lived in Arizona my whole life. The elevation gain is really insane for those who haven’t driven from Phoenix to flagstaff. You go through several different climate zones. This is mad impressive
Wow, I am in complete awe of what the human body is capable of. You extend my perception. Best wishes from Germany
This year at age 55, i broke my calcaneus in January and had heel spur removed in April, broke my hip (total hip replacement)in August (same side)
Thought i was done with running, with tears in my eyes watching you cross that finish line, I'm going for it!!!! Thank you!!!
I’m recently diagnosed bipolar. And have been addressing my related addiction issues.
Running has been helping me to develop patience and getting natural endorphins. My first race is in a month! I’m only doing a 10k but I love and appreciate the knowledge you share through your running videos.
Thank you! Keep kicking ass!
So happy for you! You are doing great!! Wish you the best ♥
Have many family members that are bipolar and running helps them too ♡ Best of luck in your race/journey and cheering you on from afar!
Sally, I watched a Cameron Hanes podcast ( Lift, run, shoot ), and you were on. That's when I was first made aware of you. You have a great message and awesome discipline. Also the fact that you speak openly about your love for our Lord Jesus Christ..... Great video .... God Bless ...
One of the best grit documentaries I’ve ever watch
Having the ability to struggle and be in pain for so long and yet keep pushing is remarkable. Well done Sally you are incredibly inspiring and you've certainly inspired me to do more!
I've read in one of J. Krishnamurti's book something about pain. He said that once you face pain with clear eyes, no judgement, as a fact, eventually the pain will subside and desappear. He was obviously talking about psychological pain.
By watching and listening to what Sally went through in the documentary, I'm pretty much sure Sally accepted so openheartedly the pain was there that it eventually gave place to a source of energy so powerful we can't even understand.
This is SO honest, SO transparent, SO raw... and so, so inspiring. I'm going to head out on the trail after I dry up these tears.
What an absolute SAVAGE you are, Sally. I ran my first full marathon a year ago (clocked in at 3:59:13), and just recently did a solo 52km, both were absolutely brutal on me, and it's fair to say I am proud of both. But I am so humbled by your mental strength (and physical conditioning of course) and I just can not fathom 250 miles. It's 10 marathons. How is that even possible? The places your mind has been to, so few people have visited in their lifetime, that there are not even such words to describe them in human language. I bow to your courage and will.
What an epic journey!! I'm doing my first ultra next month in Leadville (50 miler). I'm gonna remember your strength when it gets tough and that we all possess that. You're an inspiration Sally.
Doing my first 50 miles in December. Hope yours goes great and solidarity out on the road/trails! Good luck!!
Sally your a beast! You are the essence of choose strong!
thank you Nathan!
I’m a very new runner trying to cope with recovery from multiple eating disorders, and you are an incredible inspiration. I mean I’m happy when I make it 5 miles.😅
Incredible. The way you can just keep pushing blows my mind! I just completed my first 100 mile ultra yesterday and you were a huge I spiraling and motivator for me. You rock!
I love Sally’s story and how we all can overcome our inner negative thoughts!
Qui es-tu lorsque tout s'effondre? Qui es-tu face à cette douleur? Ces mots me guideront à tout jamais, tant lors de mes compétitions que lors des grands défis que la vie m'offrira... Tellement inspirant !! Merci pour cette sagesse !!
Sally, you are a true inspiration to women everywhere. What an incredible journey!!. Thank you for taking us along with you. I cried a few times during this video. Especially when you crossed the finish line. Shout our to your husband and your team.
Sally is such an inspiration to keep pushing forward, even through pain. So many of us tap out when it gets hard, but it shows true character to keep going. Congrats, Sally! 🎉🎉
After watching you train for this through the weeks and then even with the set backs and pain in the race to push on to finish, you truly are incredible and have inspired me to give the 50k ultra I’ve been looking at go.
Look forward to what is next to come, you are amazing. 👏👏
so awesome! Get after it!! (thank you so much for following along!)
Dropped some tears watching you cross the finish line. So raw and powerful. The Lord was with you!!Well done!
Netflix quality right here! What a great story, journey, runventure, and triumph!
thank you for watching Chad!
Sally, you are incredible and your crew were second to none! Congrats!!
I'm just here for the ultra feels and life lessons. Always impressed by Sally's grit!!! 💛💛💛💛💛
I am looking so much forward to following the rest of Sallys 200 miler season. Just imagine what she will be able to do with the right socks on. 😮
haha that's what I'm aiming for!! Lesson learned!
So stoked for the premiere!
Inspiring, the emotion of crossing the line, the relief, they joy -- just incredible.
You are such an inspiration to many, sometimes we have highs, sometimes we have lows, sometimes the unexpected happens, but we just take another step forward and overcome! Well done Sally, can’t wait to see your next adventure❤️ “The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make His face shine upon you, And be gracious to you; The Lord lift up His countenance upon you, And give you peace.” Numbers 6:24-26
thank you so much for your comment and for the loving and truthful words!
That celebration got me crying! Truly a inspiration! The Yellow Runner! Living Legend! Thank you Sally!
I’m watching this on my break at work in my car CRYING MY EYES OUT. 😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️😭😭😭
Human beings are soo awesome! For every terrible story, there are twice as many amazing stories!
"Who are you in ...." omg, this. i can never find an excuse to complain again! This was incredibly powerful and inspiring.
This is ridiculously inspiring. And also total madness.
Sally - I loved this so much! Thanks for sharing. So many good messages in this. And glad you were able to put on dress shoes to marry Billy and Hilary!
Awww thank you so much Mark; great to hear from you and really appreciate you watching!
This is one of the most incredible things I’ve ever seen from an incredible human!!!
appreciate you watching!
Dear Sally, as you ran this I was hospitalised and not sure if I would ever run again. Knowing you were out there inspired me to think positively. A few hours after you crossed the finish I toed the line at an ultra trail run (with doctors permission.). Your finish inspired me to try. I also finished! Thank you for the stories, the poetic and honest viewpoint, and your inspiration. (I have also done the MOzart 100 and in a podcast
Realized you must have as well from what you were describing. Maybe one day you are there again and I see you.)
Sally, I’m an ex runner who lives in constant pain due to posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, i.e., collapsed arch. I can’t believe what you just went through. You give me hope. Thank you
Thank you for sharing your journey!! I am so moved by your story and ability to take another step forward with pain. I am signed up for Cocodona 2024 and pray I have similar mental strength
everytime i watch her docu series - I hear the same things that I feel. To see you Sally power through and talk yourself through these have been so helpful and realistic. 😂 we get our cycle every month and its just an attitude change.... I know sounds so simple but I really enjoy the self talk. I find myself talking myself down but I am loving the inspiring series for long term runners and new runnings!!!!
I enjoyed this tremendously. What a tough athlete Sally is, among the toughest I’ve ever seen.
EPIC!! Thank you Sally for being such an inspiration! Your strength and resilience is unmatched! Thank you Drew and Tyler for the labor of love you’ve given us! This will def be on repeat in my motivational artillery. 💛
thank you so much for watching Stacey!
Wow Sally what a film. I don't know wether it's pure determination or complete madness. I think there was about half a dozen times I gritted my teeth or covered my eyes. Amazing effort, anyone else would have given up ages ago. Your amazing ❤
I’ve rewatched this numerous times and I still cry ❤
🎉 Inspirational! Way to tough it out! Im personally just getting back into running after a 7 year hiatis. Just did a 5k run which is absolutely nothing compared to your 250 mi trek!
But ive caught the bug again for cross country running! And you are going to be in my head now!
You're a warrior, Sally! Keep up the hard work!
Tout le monde ne peut pas être du niveau de Sally, même si elle est pour beaucoup, source d'inspiration. Pour moi, elle est surtout une source d'admiration. Elle prouve qu'une femme peut être capable de réaliser des performances exceptionnelles tout en ayant une vie de famille équilibrée, elle arrive à ne pas tomber dans l'extrème/ultime effort qui la ferait basculer vers l'irrémédiable blessure. Elle est une force de la nature,, elle inspire la joie, la réussite, la longévité. Comme je ne peux lui arriver ne serait ce qu'à la cheville, elle est d'autant plus pour moi une personne exceptionnelle. Elle a un physique maintes fois travaillé avec méthode et perfectionnisme, car Sally est une personne très intelligente et sensée
Inspiring doesn’t even begin to explain you Sally, well done fighting through all that pain. Sheer grit and determination. Absolutely amazing
appreciate you taking the time to watch mark!
Congratulations Sally - incredible finish and incredible film ❤🙌🏻
Commenting again after watching this and I wanna say Sally - you rock! I'm in the same age group as you and I am also a mum (to a teenage boy), but I have only recently gotten back into trail and ultra running. Watching you do Cocodona 250 is truly inspiring for someone like me, because you represent women like me and show the strength and fortitude needed in a sport like this. It was an absolute treat watching this and will definitely help me push through my training for two upcoming ultras for me - Taupo Ultra (50k event to qualify for next event) and the Tarawera Ultra (100 mile event).
I hope you are recovering well from such an epic race and I am looking forward to seeing what you have planned next :-)
What an absolute machine!!! So impressive, bravo 👏
Good work, Sally! I happened to have the privilege of watching the livestream during your approach to the finish line, and the sheer amount of support from running community on the livestream was staggering compared to that for any of the other runners.
You're clearly a crowd favorite and I think this documentary shows why. True perseverance and relatability make you an inspiration to all!
Thank you for your kind words Tim and really appreciate you following the journey from the live stream to this film! Our community is so incredible and I'm very grateful to be a part of it!
Rocking the Lion of Judah, so much to love about this woman
OH MY GOSH!!! Sally, you are always such an amazing inspiration all of the time, but this is tops!!! I watched this while training on the elliptical this morning and you motivated me in ways I couldn’t imagine! I have so many dreams and goals that I still want to accomplish and for a while I lost faith and hope in myself and my abilities at this time in my life, but I recently had a heart to heart talk with myself and I was really honest with myself, I’m now starting my training over and where I need to be at this moment in my life and build back…your video is exactly what I need, thank you for always being open, honest, beautiful and inspirational 💗💕
I only got to enjoy a short amount of time with you at the Mokelomne River 50M in 2015, it was my first 50M and I was completely surprised to see you in my backyard lol especially since I’d just started following you after watching your documentary Western Times, that was a great inspiration to get me through that race that day, then Salmon Falls 50k I believe in 2016, we took a picture together that I still cherish 💗
Keep doing what you’re doing, you’re helping so many people be their best selves 💕💗
“ who are you, in this pain.” Wow powerful new mantra and challenge for myself. Can be about way more than running
There are not enough superlative adjectives to describe Sally McRae. So I just say badass to encompass them all!
Congratulations on such a huge accomplishment! Even through the terrible foot pain!
Man that emotion at the finish says it all!!!
I started running because of You, Sally. LFG.
Sally does her best. Inspirational & Impressive 👍🏿
I’ve been checking TH-cam daily before my runs to see if it’s finally time 😆🤘🏽 excited!!
Epic! Sally you are so inspiring! Just listening to you talk about how anyone can choose strong and you don’t have to be special you just need to keep moving forward through the discomfort fires me up! Keep crushing it!
I haven’t run distance since the 1980s. I’m currently recuperating from a fractured tibial plateau. Your videos are so inspiring. I hope to swim some long distance races once I’m able to swim again. First I have to walk and drive.
Last part brought tears to my eyes, loved it
The inspiration that this lady has, has lit a fire in me.. I may never be to her caliber. But to accomplish something that you set out to do will be amazing ❤️💯🇨🇦
Congratulations Sally -- that was extraordinary how you pushed through the pain and got to the finish line!!
Chills, tears, and awe!! What an incredible inspiration and example of finding purpose in pain!! Praise God!! Love watching you crush it
You are absolutely incredible, Sally. So inspired by you and your story! Shout out Drew and Tyler for another amazing documentary!!
thank you Tasia!
Sally is changing life's and don't even know it!!! Go Sally!!!
Been waiting for this!! Cannot WAIT!!! You're such an inspiration!!
Inspiring feat of will, strength, and endurance! Amazing, Sally - truly inspirational!
You and your team are the best.
My daughter watched this with me and she was so inspired. Your words are so moving and meaningful..
Absolutely incredible. There’s joy in the struggle 🎉🎉 congrats.
Your message is inspiring the world. Hi from Australia 🇦🇺. I just signed up for my first ultra in 2024. Strong love 💪🏼❤️
Incredible what humans are capable of! What a beast!
absolutely! We are all strong!
Sally, you are so impressive! Your toughness is something to behold!Congratulations!
Incredible. I knew this was going to be incredible to watch, but I didn't expect to really *feel* it too.
An absolute movie!!!!! WOW
This is honestly the most unbelievable and incredible thing. Was bawling nearly the whole time. So much mental resilience!
Woow! The editing of the video is impeccable! What an epic journey! Sally you are beyond epic!
I havnt run full marathon yet, but I will run ultra soon, you are such a inspiration.
Sally is one of my most favorite people on earth.
You are truly inspiring! Congratulations!! Also absolutely love watching your support team cheer you on through all of it. Brought me to tears multiple times.
Wow! Didn’t know that the foot trouble started so early, because there was quite a bit of discussion about it in the livestream chat later. Choosing to continue on and deciding who you want to be in that moment is solid advice for life, not just ultras.
I have to tell one thing this woman inspires me soo much that I can´t even imagine
I have found your videos since then I have started running
Me as a guy who always did only strenght training in the gym I have found you
and I have started runing and tody I have run my first marthon ever
I have never felt like this ever before and I will continue at what you do, thank you for your content and we will se each other at some race one day
Bruh< that finale through the finish had me fired up, let’s go!