How I Overcame an Eating Disorder and Made World Championships (3 year documentary)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 มิ.ย. 2024
- In this video, I recap the last 3 years of my life recovering from and eating disorder and pursuing my goals in professional running. This culminates in my most recent race, the US XC 10k Championships. Running is a sport that I love so much, but that doesn't mean it's easy or I don't question my career decisions. This video shows the full story, with all the highs and lows. #runner #running #allieostrander #edrecovery #nnormal
00:00-00:14 intro
00:14-00:45 The Allie Special
00:45-02:28 Changing Directions
02:28-03:29 We Don't Choose Passion
03:29-05:46 Training Montage
05:46-06:11 Reflection
06:11-08:06 Last Resort Track Club
08:06-09:57 Another Montage?
09:57-11:02 ANOTHER Montage?
11:02-13:17 Shameless
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You are literally the most inspiration female runner I know. Allie,as a runner myself,(though obviously no where near your time range😅) I’m so glad you decided to begin talking about this ❤it means so much. GOOD LUCK AT WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS! Hope you do amazing and you will (:
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thank you so much! I'm excited to step to the line ;)
Luckily I watch you during elliptical sessions so the tears just looked like sweat. What a journey. I’m privileged to witness it.
I can relate on watching TH-cam on the elliptical haha. Thank you for watching and for all the support!
I am a high school xc runner. This year my times were slower than last year which made reallly depressed. Watching you I learned that it’s okay to not have linear progression and you really helped get me through a tough time in my life. Thank you Allie ❤️
And just know - no matter the results at worlds. You have already won in SOOO many ways. YOU ARE A HERO to thousands!!
One of my favorite movie quotes is from Rocky Balboa. “It ain’t about how hard you hit. It’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward; how much you can take and keep moving forward. That’s how winning is done!”
I think that quote adequately reflects the determination you have demonstrated in order to accomplish your goals. Good luck at Worlds.
Tears filled by eyes watching the last montage. You’re such an inspiration, Allie. Thank you for not giving up on yourself, because through your grit and determination, through your victory over an ED, you’ve inspired others to not give up on themselves. Your journey is so powerful and beautiful in its own way. Much love ❤
I cried every time I edited that part of the video! It means so much to me that people could feel the emotion and supported me through everything :)
This made me cry happy tears. You don’t know me, but I’ve been rooting for you every step of the way. I’m also in ED recovery and a runner who is trying to do things right to finally get to the start of the NYC Marathon next November (after four ED related deferrals). You inspire me daily. Go get ‘em, Allie. ❤
I am wishing you the best for NYC this November! I believe in you, and just remember that no matter how many tries it takes, once you get to that start line it will be worth it!
Allie, usually no one has anything nice to say about the algorithm, but I was so lucky the day you were dropped into my feed. I am a cyclist, not a runner but grew up in sports where being small was prized, emphasized and fear of growing or gaining ominously warned against. As an adult, work as a trainer and I see the ramifications of this type of ideology in so many women. Your ED coming out video was the first one I saw and I have followed ever since. Allie, the work you are doing on and off the track is so important. I believe you are becoming an important figure for so many young athletes. We are with you at Worlds and wherever the non linear path happens to take you, keep bringing us along. (You’re becoming a damn good documentary maker, too!) You are truly a treasure❤
My daughter (23) just graduated Marine Corp Officer Candidate School and I cried when I got to give her her first salute. I'm crying now just as proud of you for how far you have come over these years. Go make yourself proud at worlds and we will be right there with you!!!❤❤❤
I’m a retired Air Force and Army Officer. Congratulations and thanks to your daughter for her service!
I cried. This is so inspiring.
This video made me tear up and it truly hit me to my core! As a former runner and as someone who has been through ED treatment, I see so much of myself in you. Your vulnerability and willingness to show up is truly admirable. I know how hard ED recovery is and how hard it is to find a new identity outside of the eating disorder. I am so incredibly proud of you! Good luck at worlds 🎉
Thanks for sharing the path with us in humility, with depth and a real strength of character. All the girls who dream about athletic success (in the US, but also elsewhere in the world) should hear about your story to make sure they have their goals right. The last sequence made me think of that Camus quote (I am freely translating from French so it might be a little off) - "In the heart of winter, I finally realized that deep inside me lie an invincible summer" - this might be a little different from his meaning, but applies very well to your strength. Good luck at the WC!!
Geez Allie, you made this old guy cry...
You are so positive and inspiring! As someone who was never into running I somehow still stumbled upon and fell in love with your channel. And you know what…I just started running! Good luck at worlds, but whatever happens, you’re still awesome.
I have followed your story for years and it is so inspiring to see all you’ve gone through and all you’ve accomplished despite that. I can’t thank you enough for sharing your story. I was worried my disorder would be the end of my running career, but you helped show me what I needed to see- you can come back stronger and healthier .
"Even though the effort is exhausting, giving up and starting over would be far worse" 😭 You legend, thank you for being here and putting in the work to deliver your message. Shameless way to live life on your own terms.
David is amazing, Allie. I would imagine he has sat down and told you that he has looked over your achievements, your training, etc etc and has determined that you are capable of a lot still. He isn't one to make that up. I don't know him personally but have listened to countless interviews with him over the last 10+ years, as I have with many coaches and trainers in the trail/ultra world. Just keep on believing in yourself. Sometimes people will doubt you, including this guy, but so fuckin' what. You will show us all.
Allie, in my opinion this is your best TH-cam video ever. This is awesome! I love ❤you Allie!!! Allie!!! Allie!!! Allie!!! Now onto the 2024 Cross Country World Championship. Let's shock the World, Allie!
Hi there, I am an older woman and love your videos. I think I found you just from watching videos on how to run successfully. Anyway I find that I look forward to your videos for a variety of reasons so I thought I would share with you how special I think you are. As an older person I know that your parents must be so proud of you for the person you are becoming, as a mate I suspect your boyfriend knows he has a treasure on his hands, as a follower I love your wit, intelligence, and vulnerability. You are obviously extremely smart so whatever you ultimately do those around you are gonna be lucky. Can't wait to see how you do in this next competition and thank you for sharing your experiences.
What a beautiful montage. Sending you so much support for Belgrade and after. Go get ‘em Allie!!!
Goooo Allie! I thoroughly enjoy seeing your thoughtful, multi-dimensional self. Thanks for sharing and good luck.
What an inspiring role model you are for young athletes. Run proud, you have already won.
Good luck with the race! All of us are rooting for you!
You are such a legend! Absolutely love being part of the journey.
You truly have the heart of a champion.
Have fun in Serbia. Best part of the montage is seeing Spencer as well as your family and friends there supporting you along the way. That is amazing.
Good luck at Championships, Allie! I can hardly wait to see the race, and no matter the outcome, please know that I admire you so much for never giving up. You have been an inspiration to me and so many others. We are all rooting for you!
Brave and inspirational video Allie. Good luck in the race!!
Thanks Allie! I really needed this today.
The end 😭 beautiful, so happy to have been following your journey for the past two + years. Can’t wait to see where the next bit of the story brings you!
Well done! Excited for the next chapter of this story.
so inspiring. good luck to you at the World Championships!!!! you've already won in our hearts :')
Great video and so inspiring Allie! Best of luck this weekend
Wohoo!!!! Good luck Allie! I’m following along every step! Can’t wait to see how the race goes, you can do it!! Go crush it!!
So much hard work!!! 💪🏻💪🏻 Your story is so inspiring!
I have been watching your channel for years, and I find you incredibly inspiring, and so authentic. I cannot wait for you to toe the line at worlds and have another experience of being proud of yourself, working hard, and doing your best! You rock Allie.
You are going to crush it at worlds! I'm so looking forward to this! Go get it!
So awesome that you shared this journey. SO happy for you for how far you’ve come! Congrats on making Worlds and I hope you have the best time out there!!!
You go girl, I’m rooting for you all the way!
not me crying because I'm so proud of you!! I love all the shots of you running and flashing a huge smile. I hope you have so much fun racing worlds!!!!!
LOVE the running content, and really appreciate the life lessons, motivation & positivity that you also share.
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Loved this so much. You are a badass warrior, Allie! ❤🔥
Beautiful, Allie!!! The story definitely is not over - good luck and kick some ass!
You’re truly amazing and an inspiration to so many. Keep moving forward!!!
Hope you have the best race! Thanks for always being so open about your story xxx
I got so teary and emotional at the end! Thank you for sharing all of these hard things with the world - especially young female athletes!
So beautiful. I had tears. Thanks so much for sharing all your highs and lows. All the best for Worlds. 😊
So proud of you, Allie. You battled demons that knocked you off your feet, and found a way to pursue your passion and build a better version of yourself. An eating disorder. Injuries. Self doubt. There were lots of hurdles, but you never quit. The lessons you taught go beyond running. Stand tall at the starting line. You earned your place there. When the gun goes off, smile really big and then run with a spirit that can’t be broken.
You are amazing. Such an inspiration to us all - all the best at worlds Allie!!! We are all rooting for you to have a great race and to have fun out there.
You’re so incredible, Allie! Loved every moment of this video and so appreciate your candor, brilliance, and vulnerability. Can’t wait to see you race in a few days! 🎉
You did such an amazing job with this video, and obviously with your running journey overall. No matter what happens with the race, this is your well-deserved victory lap! Hopefully one of many more!
Good luck, Allie!! No matter the outcome of the race, you are an absolute winner!
Allie, you are a true inspiration for those overcoming adversity, and for those who inspire to challenge themselves. Good luck on Saturday. I'll be watching. Your fans are with you. 💪👍
Girl, you ARE an inspiration and it’s been amazing to watch your journey. Props to you for sharing your story and well done! Best of luck to you. We are cheering you on! ♥️
Amazing video Allie! You’ve told your story brilliantly. Your life and all you’ve went through are worth so much more than the 13 or so mins you’ve given it but nonetheless so much can be learned and inspired by its telling. Your courage in sharing will help so many young people that have a passion for something. Well done!
I have goosebumps! You are so inspiring, and I'm so thankful to you for sharing so much and being so honest. Rooting for you this weekend, and happy for you no matter the outcome!
It's been so awesome seeing you grow and change over the last few years. Always stick with your passion and that shame will never come back. You'll do so great at Worlds!
Happy, proud and beautiful tears for you Allie. You and this journey are such an inspiration to us all. Thank you for sharing. Cannot wait to watch the very best version of you show up at the Worlds start line! Go get after those dreams girl!
Great job and so happy for you. Seems as if you’re creating your own happy ending that you choose for yourself. Best of luck in your race and health. Whatever the result you have a lot to be proud of.
This was so powerful and well done. I found myself tearing up at the end right with you. I'm currently in an ED relapse and your story of continuous courage and resilience continues to inspire me over and over again. Thank you, Allie, you touch more lives than you know
Nice work Allie! I love your honesty and sharing it with us. Keep being true and finding the path that works. Thanks for sharing your story.
That last speech was beautiful, you inspire me to keep going
Beautifully done video! Your raw transparency and refusal to give up made it this way. Way to go!!
So proud of you Allie. Wishing you the best of luck xxx
Good luck Allie, we'll be rooting for you ❤
What a powerful video Ally. This makes me continue to look inward and I never want to give up running (despite numerous injuries I’ve collected) thank you for making an inspirational video. Carry on, and take on the world. 😌
Aille you are a wonderful human being. caring compassionate and so open. Your running hasn't left you it's always been there inside you.❤
This was beautiful Allie! I love you and your videos so much! You ARE brave, strong, determined, gorgeous, and such a bad ass. I’m quite a bit older than you but I learn so much from you. I can’t wait to watch you at the Cross Country Worlds this weekend, I hope you have a blast 💜💜
Great video Ms. Ostrander. Really happy to see how proud you are of the most important person...yourself. You should be!
Wonderful video! There is so much more than just the nuts and bolts of running to your material.
Amazing and inspiring you! What a treat to get to see and hear about your life and efforts with running. Thank you so much for sharing. Love from the UK. X
Super cool to see you’re happier as a result of your journey Allie! All rewards aren’t on the track and no doubt you’ll find as much or more happiness as a wife, mother and as a TH-camr. Best of luck in the rest of the journey!
This was the most wonderful, rewarding, honest and inspiring thing I have seen in a long time. Good on you Allie, wishing you all the best and cheering you on along the way!
Thank you for your continued honesty and bravery in sharing your journey with us Allie! You are an exceptional human being and role model to people all around the world. Love following you and seeing what (mischief) you get up to :) Never lose that hunger for more.. we're all here backing you alongside your coach and your potential is limitless. Ps I happy cried when you shared that support from your new coach as that's how it should be! Keep sparkling. We appreciate you.
I am rooting for you.I just starting watching your vids a couple of weeks ago and I'm really enjoying them.Good luck and I will be cheering you on!!
Thank you for sharing! You opening up about your eating disorder was so inspiring to me. I went to treatment last year and am still in the thick of recovery, this gave me so much hope and inspiration to push through even though its hard.
thank you for sharing this so open and vulnerable. You're an inspiration!
You are truly amazing, Allie O! Your sharing with the world your struggles as well as your successes and always being open and transparent with all is a blessing to so many, especially young women who aspire to global athletic greatness such as you have acheived. You are a great role model for many young women who also struggle with eating disorders and related issues (after all, eating disorders are most often a symptom of deeper psychological issues that also need to be dealt with, not just the physical ones. Thank you for sharing everything!
Amazing series of montages, filled with trial and tribulation, setbacks and rewards. Your perseverance, passion and dedication in the wake of struggle and doubt is heroic. Out of awe and inspiration we can chant, "Allie! Allie! Allie!"
Listening to you talk about the change from being ashamed on the start line, to being proud based on your work was really inspiring. We should all be proud of the work we have done to achieve the goals we have in our life. Wishing you the best on your continuing running journey, and hoping you can continue to inspire many athletes.
Beautiful video Allie, you are such a strong woman thanks to everything you have been through
i am so freaking proud of you allie, as an person recovering from an ed and a person who loves running so much this is so special. i am grateful for your videos. i wish you all the best good luck beautiful person
Bah!! So good. Tears in my eyes! Will be rooting for you at worlds!! What a journey, thank you for sharing it. ❤
Moving and brave. You are inspirational to runners of all ages!
Thank you so so much for making this video and sharing it Allie. It got me in tears. You have been and continue to be a huge inspiration to me. I overcame an eating disorder as well and seeing your perspective and struggles has been truly inspirational. Seeing you improve so much in every aspect was a big motivator for me during my recovery and gave me a lot of hope. My goal is to go pro one day as well and be able to send a positive message about fueling and taking care of my body, just like you are. You are an incredible athlete and person and I'm so excited to see you race this weekend🤩
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WOW You are an absolute warrior and I am so proud and happy for you for all that you have accomplished! I got choked up to because I know exactly what this feels like and this video meant so much to me and for a lot of other people I'm sure who are struggling or who have struggled with an ED. Your journey is incredible and can't wait to see what more you can achieve the sky is the limit! Keep up the awesome work!! much love
It is indeed NOT the end of your journey! Sometimes our goals change because of things that happen in our life. You are very brave to share your personal struggles with ED. You are an inspiration to create a platform to share and inform the community about your ED, ongoing recovery all the while continuing your passion for running. I have followed you for a long time because I love running and I appreciate your content!!!
No matter the outcome of every race you do, you will always be a winner! You have a lot of love and support! And that’s winning at life! 💗
Very moving video. Every great story arc has a slump in the middle where everything seems hopeless and the hero(ine) questions whether to keep going. Overcoming these setbacks is what makes the story worth telling and the life worth living. So keep going! And congrats on your finish at World XCs, such a great performance
Way to go Allie. You continue to be an inspiration
Great video Allie! Loving the Journey with you!
Good luck, Allie! You're brave and inspirational 🤩
You rock! Thanks for talking about your ED. It’s amazing that you can come back to your sport again and again despite that.
It's so beautiful to follow you and to see how much you have accomplished, Allie. And this is not the end of the story. I can't wait for the next chapter and I know it's gonna be even better. Congratulations for your courage, your strength and your hability to overcome all the barriers. I am a big fan. Have a great race on saturday! Enjoy and have fun! You don't owe anyone anything. You just deserve everything from the world. 😊
You’re truly an inspiration, I am rooting for you & know you have everything it takes to be a winner - you already are in every way possible. Hold your head high, start on that line knowing you are the best you can be & have complete belief in yourself xxxx
Rock on Allie! The roller-coaster path of your career so far has definitely been difficult. It shows the depth of your strength and passion to come back and go after the next goal each time. You can reach your goals and more. And you deserve it! As I've begun my ultra running journey, I'm learning, also the hard way, patience. Patience will get me where I hope to go. Continue to love yourself and believe in yourself, and on race day, feel the joy and dig deep. As Matt Fitzgerald would say, how bad do you want it? It is our minds that limit our physical capabilities. When it gets tough in the race, you can get over it, you've done it before, you've put in the work, you are ready, and you can crush it! Good luck and have fun! Cheering you on from afar!!!
I think that this is your best TH-cam video so far!!! It reminds us all that there are ups and downs, life is not like the movies and to just keep going. Congratulations on your journey so far. Best wishes from Australia 🇦🇺 and I hope you love your run in a few days time. 😊
wahhhhhh this is so incredible
Great video Allie! Good luck at the World XC Championships!!
I am so proud of you Allie! You remind me that recovery is worth it and I'm very thankful for that.
Hi Allie, I just found your channel but this video really struck a soft spot in my heart. I'm a runner in high school and I used to have an ED as well. Sometimes I hate this sport but other times I feel like I'm on the top of the world. Thank you for showing me what real dedication looks like and how never giving up on yourself can take you to the highest of places. No matter what you kept pushing, kept training, kept showing up every day, doing what's right while no one's watching, and thats what I want to do. Im going to work harder than ever this summer and we'll see if I qual for college! (its all good if I don't) :))))