LIFE IN A DAY | The Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 มี.ค. 2017
- On June 25, 2016 a collection of trail and ultra runners toed the line at the historic Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run running from Squaw Valley to Auburn. Among the 350+ were 4 women vying for the win and a coveted top 10 finish which is recognized annually at this prestigious event:
Magdalena Boulet, a HOKA ONE ONE and GU ENERGY LABS athlete is the returning champion and a mother of one who lives and trains in the East Bay of Northern California. She has an incredible road background including earning a trip to the Olympics in 2008 by placing 2nd at the Olympic Trials. (www.magdaboulet.com/ | @RunBoulet)
Devon Yanko is also a HOKA ONE ONE athlete and has excelled in many different ultra distances. This is her 2nd attempt at the Western States 100 Mile Race with her 1st resulting in a DNF, or Did Not Finish. She is the co-owner of MH Bread & Butter in San Anselmo, CA along with her husband Nathan. (www.devonyanko.com/ | @fast_foodie)
Kaci Lickteig placed 2nd in the 2015 running of the Western States 100 is among the favorites to win it. She hails from Omaha, Nebraska where she works as an in-patient physical therapist. (pixieninjarunning.blogspot.com/ | @ultrarunnerkc)
Anna Mae Flynn of Lake Tahoe, CA is going for her 1st 100 mile attempt after gaining entry via a golden ticket slot at the Lake Sonoma 50 Mile Race in 2016. She is a teacher and a recent ultra athlete. ( / flynnannamae | @annamaeflynn on Instagram, @amflynnrunner on Twitter)
This is a story of their 100 mile journey of which the great Ann Trason compares to living a "life in a day".
Cinematography by:
Zack Johnson
Mahting Putelis
Billy Yang
Scott Rokis
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I first watched this film about 7 years ago, trying to rebuild myself after cancer. Last weekend, I completed my first 100 miler, at the age of 60. I won my age group (as the only 60 year old woman to finish!). I thought it would be fitting to rewatch 'Life in a Day' to bring the circle together. Doing so, with a lump in my throat, I realise how important was the telling of each story, and how each woman's achievements and paths before and after honour the sport, and the matter of being human. Thank you.
Thank you, and HUGE congrats on your finish - that's amazing.
Your words are inspirational. Thank you. Massive congrats on your 100 miler.
I love that this film wasn't tagged as 'female runners' or the 'women of western states' because... 1) it was an awesome surprise and 2) It supports the idea that it is simply a film about awesome runners. Thanks so much Billy
There could have been some warning about all the weeping though... 😁
It's about Runners ... ALL people without putting them into boxes which is the disease of the times.
@@michalvalta5231 sincere weeping always wake up compation, and this is always good.
i hate the fact that it matters to you how the film is tagged.
@@chughes44 It doesn't really- my comment was simply an observation that usually videos which atypically focus on female characters are tagged as such, and that it was a refreshing change.
I don't run. I don't know anything about running. However, this had me up for an extra hour trying to find a pair of running shoes. So good.
Almost a year later. Did you end up running?
I bet you are an ultra runner now..
Did you hit them trails?
Please tell me you started running
Did you start running?
My husband has been training for 6 months for the 100 mile run. Which is happening January 19th. I don't know how he does it , but its something in his heart that makes him feel like a different person. He is so happy when he runs. Couldn't be more proud of him for his commitment. He's going to do great.
How did it go? Is he still doing it? Wow
My gf and I just completed this endurance hike a few days ago. We did it in 5 days carrying 30-45 lbs. We don’t understand how this run is possible in 24 hours. We were in a lot of pain and felt like we were hustling. We hiked all day every day and set up camp in the dark. It is simply incredible that humans are able to run this so quickly. It is hard to tell on film how gnarly the elevation gains are and even worse, the descents. Mad props to these runners!
I felt the same way when I was backpacking trails thinking “Who runs this”. Then one day I was running it. LOL
Dude, are you kidding me, forget the like button, where's the love button!🙌🏻
forget the thumbs up, wheres the High Five! ?
@@danpt2000Forget the High Five, wheres the b*ner?
Everyone who finishes 100 miles in 30 hours is a courageous athlete, not just for the race, but for all the thousands of training miles that came before. However to me, a man, there is something especially heroic about these women. This is a great film, and instantly one of my favorites.
Billy you are one of the best things going for the sport of trail running. Watched first 5 minutes on my phone...stopped. This deserves to be watched on the big screen!
Patrick Forsythe atta boy!
Brilliant film. Went to watch it on phone, but waited until could view it on big screen.
im gonna watch some of it while pushing out a log.
Just make sure you don't watch when on a MTB.
SPOILERS. While each of these women are awe-inspiring, special props to Devon Yanko: dealt with the no-show by her crew at the first aid station, then powered through the pain and doubt to finish in third place. Plus there are the difficulties she's overcome in her life to get to the start line. Huge respect.
Man I would be livid if my crew never showed up
Totally agree. Devon wasn't missing "stocked stuff" at the first aid station, she was missing her people, her emotional support. But as we saw, even if there is no one there to help, she is able to find the willpower to get herself back home. Bravo Devon!
@@Andomaca1 if you're that reliant on your crew, especially that early in a race, you're mentally weak and shouldn't be running Western States.
@@jeetchatterjee Agree. I don't like how she responded. Yes, this crappy thing happened. But that doesn't mean you get to be an asshole about it and rude to everyone around you. I lost a lot of respect for her.
Why did you put spoilers like that in the comments mate?
Thank you Devon for sharing your story. Too many people are afraid to stand up to the people who do these horrible things to them. Your inner strength is an inspiration to many.
I really like when Devon asks about Magda’s status during the race to know if she’s doing ok. 34:40. I thought that was really cool.
This is one of the most incredible films I've ever seen on any sport- let alone ultra running. Holy shiznit!
The community needs more of these classic B.Y Films!
We all need a person like at 39:00 in our life!
Yeah, she is unbelievably motivating, supportive, encouraging,
Good day to celebrate woman. Thank you for this wonderful film.
Wow!! How awesome to see it is about Women running Western States. Thank you! As a aging retired ultra runner, I cried watching this video remembering the joy of running long distances.
Thank you again Billy.
THIS! This art, this passion, this female representation. Thank you for inspiring all of us! And thank you to the women, who although so fierce- showed us their vulnerability. And Devon... so real! #speechless
BILLY...I have homework to finish but I've been waiting for this for too long. I hope my professor understands why I did not finish the assignment.
Would it help if I wrote you a note?
Same! looks like my essay will have to wait
I'm with you! This can wait til the weekend!
When is Timothy Olsons video going to be out?
DO your homework first. This video will be on TH-cam when you are done. Watch it then.
These women man are phenomenal. Started watching this years ago. I come back to it every 6 months or so and get reinspired. Sometimes more often. 2021 I ran my first 1/2 marathon and will keep adding distance.
That was such a good movie. Thank you Billy and thank you Magda, Devon, Anna-Mae and Kaci.
Eric Cote they're the best.
Biiiiiillllly Yannnnnnnnnnnng! You my friend have crushed it! What an epic film. Thanks for doing what you do. Very moving film and that touches more than just trail running.
thomas trieloff 🙏🏻
Trail Runner Tommy Billy’s films are amazing. I’m totally hooked! I can’t stop watching them! Although 100 miles seems far fetched for me, especially ones like this. It makes me want to go run a trail right now!!
Woman who did that pep talk about 39 minutes into the video. She should be at all the races! What a total star. I am NOT crying watching this video. 😭
Was that Courtney Dauwalter????
No it’s not her.
I haven’t been moved by a film in a long time. As a resident of Auburn I only recently started running- I grew up horseback riding and never liked running. For whatever wild reason, I decided to start doing this thing I’ve always told myself I couldn’t do. I work in mental health and running does wonders. Thank you for this film and more importantly for awesome women who do it. ❤
Whenever I need a little inspiration to get back on the trail I love to come visit your videos Billy. Always beautiful, often poignant, and a great reminder of all the cool things we humans can do. Thanks!
Awesome! Dropping it on Int. Women's Day, as well!
Wow...I’ve just started my journey in ultra running and if this doesn’t inspire you, I have no idea what will. Amazing...
Thanks, Billy, for another stirring film. I'm 55 years old with next to no chance of running a hundred miler, but this film and the people in it are what inspire me to get out on the trails for just a taste of what they experience. Looks like tomorrow's rest day just got re-scheduled 🏃
Wouldn’t be so sure that there’s next to no chance the body is capable of incredible feats if you’re mind is strong enough and you’re willing to pay the physical price of going that distance.
sorry but your body isn't what is holding you back.. Ive seen all ages, genders and body types compete in these and in Ironman. Go watch one. There will be someone that was in your current situation crossing the line. You can do it.
@@abbowhunter5596 amen
I am so glad I watched this, so inspiring, and at this phase of my life, I needed to see this, it brought tears! Recently got back into running, its been walk-run in the beginning, then 10K, now training for a Half Marathon and now My friends are talking me into a 100K ultra in Chiang Mai. Now I know I MUST do it. As the runner said, 'this race is life' THANK YOU FOR MAKING THIS FILM and for sharing !
I just got drawn in hook, line, and sinker -- and I feel so inspired! This may never reach blockbuster status but I'm confident each one of your viewers has been significantly impacted by your work. For every person who thanks you out loud, there are many more who offer their own silent token of appreciation. Keep it up, Billy!
I'm stoked, used to run xc and track in high-school. Got the running bug again and am training for my first marathon... but one of these ultras sounds like great mental and physical challenge ...the fridge is empty and i'm hungry :)
Well said @HikingNerd - the impact is real. Thanks Billy!!
Hi Billy ! I'm a L.A. native now living in the foothills of the NorCal. This is by far one of the best running documentaries I have ever experienced. You capture the feel of being in and around the race. You brought us all closer to what the Western States is like for most of us who will never experience it. Even my non-running wife was drawn in!
Perfect. Love it!
The music chosen as a backdrop plays a significant role in the film...
Billy you have raised the bar this is so much more than a running film, sat here watching it with tears in my eyes. Thank you so much.
just heading to bed and up pops a notification this video is ready so no bed yet thank u so much billy been looking forward to this for months
I am so incredibly humbled and inspired watching these incredible women.... thank you for producing and posting this.
I love that this is just about runners, not male or female runners, just runners. I have so much respect for any person that will toe the line and put themselves to the test...
Incredible as always! How appropriate to share it on this day recognizing women.
Unfair. Women can put ice in their bra in ultra races!
Do they have an "International Mens Day" to celebrate men???
Tuesdays Runner How about everyday since men get paid 25% more on average than women do? Fix that and then we can talk about equal recognition days
Well that was beyond beautiful and inspiring. As a doco it has fed the inner runner in me who has been very sadly suppressed. I also want to say that Devon and her story were especially inspirational- what a woman!
Tanya Oliver agree, she's a tour de force
god damn you Billy Yang, I can't stop watching these awesome docos!! Another hour of chores lost to a Bill Yang production ;-)
Thank you so much for this film Billy! I've been a fan for a long time now and it's a huge privilege being able to view your work. You are documenting history in the making!
Seeing their finish after 18 hrs running...makes me crying....I can feel how grateful and relief when reach the finish line..so proud of you .
Billy you make some fantastic videos my man, I could watch these all day.
I laughed so hard (SNAKE!) and I cried and I was amazed by those incredible women. Thank you Billy, for the stories.
Once again, knocked it out of the park. Tears, laughs and chills. Thank you for sharing part of the story of all these remarkable athletes!
Just wanted to thank you for this Billy. Actually found this as a Lights and Motion fan who was only running half marathons, now will be doing my first 50k in May. Your exceptional film making encapsulates the humanity of races as well as the race itself. Selfishly hoping you have a packed 2018!
Beautifully done - thanks for sharing! :)
Got me tears when i watched Sallys film, got me again this time. Thanks Billy, thanks for the experience and inspiration.
I'm laughing and crying, this film was epic, I LOVED it! Women supporting women with so much humbleness.
Ps. That pep talk at 40mins- amazing!
Just gorgeous. Thank you, to you and all the runners, particularly Devon for speaking so bravely. Great film.
This was So good. I loved how this really showcased the women involved and all the people and their humanness and what makes them exceptional, behind the names. Thank you for this!
You have a gift Billy. Joy, tears, elation, sadness - you captured them all!
If I could give this several thumbs up, I would! Billy, I think this is the ultra movie I would play for non-ultra runners so they would understand how much we love the sport.
What made this extra special was we got to preview it at Canfield's in Omaha, NE WITH the Pixie Ninja (Kaci)!
Keep up the fine work.
TeamUltraSlow Kaci rocks. Thank you
If you need to break away from the camera, come out to IA/NE in December and run the Hitchcock 50/100 with our trail group. Message me if you're interested. I'd be glad to get you in compliments of the GOATz.
Billy, You killed it with this one!! Thank you for bringing our sport to life. It means so much to me. Thank you
Yang, I know I'm a year or two late at this point, but your films are incredible. Thank you for taking the time to make these. I find them fascinating, motivating, and inspiring. Looking forward to supporting your work for years to come!
Absolutely and totally brilliant Billy! Inspirational beyond comprehension. There were tears and there was laughter...they were all mine! I am so sharing this link with my friends! You and the crew shot the lights out with this one!
Simply amazing Billy. Never stop making films; a new fan for life!
One of the best I have seen so far from Billy....Full of emotions, excitements !!!!
Thank you for the hard work you do Billy. Quality content and so much behind the scenes required to put something like this together. I particularly enjoyed the footage from Nebraska, which is near & dear to my heart personally. Truly inspirational to watch, including motivating for those of us who've never competed in an ultra, but with aspirations to one day get out there and try.
These athletes are truly an inspiration. Thank you for sharing their story.
I discovered Billy's films just a couple of weeks ago and have been binging on them ever since. This is the best so far. Great story telling. Thank you, Billy, and thank you to the runners, champions all, for sharing your joy and your pain so openly. I am richer for it.
this is in the list of the most beautiful documentary ever made! Such beauty! So much emotions! Thank you Billy Yang Films!
Amazing is all I can say..... Nothing but awe and admiration for all of these athletes. Billy Yang... This piece is truly inspirational! Thank you!
Billy, you have a gift. Thank you for sharing it with the world.
This is so amazing! I am an ultra-runner in training and I am feeling so inspired by these amazing women. I run on the western states often as I live nearby. Great film! Thanks for creating it and sharing it with us all!
Ohhhhhh Billy, mate! Thank you once again. A visually and narratively stunning film! Your work never fails to inspire me not only in my running but also in my outlook on life? Thank you for sharing your passion with us all.
I take inspiration from so many aspects of this fine film. I only hope that, some day, during my own running, I can experience a fraction of the feelings these courageous women experienced during this classic ultra race. Special props to Devon who made such a great comeback, not only in this race, but in other parts of her life. I also found it ironic that the tiny woman from the flatlands of Nebraska smoked the field so convincingly in the high Sierras. Bravo!
Billy, it seems like forever that I have been waiting to watch this film and it was totally worth the wait! What an amazing film, you've captured so much emotion and thought from these woman, truly incredible. Thank you.
Billy...take a bow my friend, take a bow.....another top notch piece!!!
Billy, this video was unreaaal! One of my favourites you've done. I laughed, I cried and I was sooo inspired. Thank you for putting together such an incredible piece of work showcasing such amazing women!
thanks Kara!
Best running movie I've ever watched....Inspiring stories, thank you to all the crew.
Thank you Billy for bringing on this amazing video~ Awesome!
Billy this is the best documentary I have ever seen. You are awesome keep up the good work !!
Wow, these women are incredible and each one just their unique self. Billy, thank you so much for bringing this into my room here in Cairns, Australia. Thank you for all the work you and your team put into this, and thanks to these women and their supporters for showing what is possible. I love Magda's words at the end.
'Just another obstacle that I overcome and life goes on. I think I truly think you come of our all those experiences so much more rich. It doesn't meant that they will get easier, life doesn't get any easier. it is just you are a lot more prepared and equipped to handle all the situations that come at you. an they will whether its running or not. Life happens and you gotta be ready.'
Tanya Griggs when Devon asked if Magda is okay I was inspired
This is great work. Great storytelling and amazing cinematography. Thanks for continually telling stories from the ultra community, Billy!
anyone who can even complete this is already a WINNER!!! you need more than strength, stamina, muscle to do such a race, you need MENTAL POWER! WILL! COURAGE! things you can't go tot he gym for and built! anyone who has done a Marathon can probably give you a small glimpse of what this Western States 100 Mile Race is like. It's AMAZING! All of you deserve recognition because ppl like you inspire ppl like me to believe that it is possible
Love your work Billy. Please never stop sharing these films!
Loved every minute of this Billy! Truly captures the emotions and spirit of ultra running. Awesome stuff 😀
thank you for taking me to those amazing races and those dedicated runners..its really inspirational...it shows that you can do anything with the right mental and physical preparation ..thanks you are the best..
Wow! What an amazing video. Thank you Magda, Devon, Kaci, Anna, Zack, Mahting, Billy and Scott. I am really grateful that you all made this happen.
Can't get enough of your videos- they are so inspirational . Perfect for on the treadmill .
Ok. Devon Yanko is my hero now.
Thank You Billy. Beautiful. Just beautiful.
Karolina Czeska mine too
Kaci positively floats. Its like there is no exertion at all. Amazing to watch.
I can't put into words how this video has made me feel. It is simply an amazing film.
BILLY!!!! WOW! What an incredible story to tell. 2016 Western had so many stories to tell and yours was so wonderful. Well done! Thank you for sharing this with us. You are very talented and am glad you are doing what you love.
I just loved this - four amazing women sharing the trail with a host of other equally amazing women. Devon you are particularly amazing !!!
I really enjoyed this!! Talk about determination, grit, and the love of running. This was FANTASTIC!!
These ultra films are always inspiring, this one in particular. What a group of terrific women, terrific humans: smart, resilient, determined, athletic open and articulate. Thank you!
Another great one Billy! Keep up the great work. Got me through the last 6 miles of a 22 mile treadmill run this morning.
THANK YOU Billy Yang for sharing this high quality, high production, inspiring documentary FOR FREE. Such generosity and dedication. Feeling the love.
Amazing. Couldn't stop smiling. You have a gift, Billy!
Off the charts riveting Billy. Absolutely superb. Congratulations on an amazing piece of work. Also your podcasts are rocking it!
THE kind of running film that inspires you. Thanks man! Awesome job!
This is paco from Spain.... amazing documentary Billy!!! I´m still crying and happy for this awesome trail running vision...thanks for this.... brilliant!
Awesome Billy! Been waiting so long down under, and perfect timing! 3 days away camping before I can use this as perfect inflight viewing when flying on my work trip. Already know the stoke factor will be damn high.
What an absolute banger of a film! Very well
Done to all involved, teared up a few times, the heart these athletes have...my god
This is fantastic Billy! Thank you for featuring such amazing women athletes! Super inspiring. Well done!
Thank you for the film Billy. Well worth the wait. So Inspiring!
Great job Billy! The move shows amazing spirit with the race being just the background for showcasing these wonderful and powerful women! Thanks
I loved every MOMENT of this. Thank you for the inspiration!!!
Great film, Billy! Really gave me some perspective on my own training and race expectations. Keep them coming!
Beautiful. Emotional. (I did cry when Kaci reached the track) Incredibly Inspiring. I have two wonderful little girls for whom this will become required viewing as they grow up. Thank you Billy.
Thank you Billy for this amazing piece of art!