I'm morbidly obese and I watch Natacha for the science and motivation. I have tried her recipes, workouts, the abundance idea (meals with high volume but low calorie) and I started going out for walks nearly everyday....in two months, I'm down 16 inches mostly from my waist and 25 lbs. This woman knows what she is doing! Once I'm leaner or when I plateau I plan to try her Cut program. PS Her lime, maple syrup water is great. I suggest putting the limes in the water overnight to boost the flavor (lemons work too)!
Dear Natacha, I wanted to take a moment to express my deep admiration for you as a person and for your unwavering dedication to pushing women-based research in sport and health. It is truly inspiring to see someone like you fighting for equal representation and shedding light on the significant gap in studies conducted on men versus women, with only 6% focusing on the latter. Your commitment to this cause is commendable, and it gives hope to many individuals who have long felt overlooked and underrepresented. I am grateful for the positive impact you have made on my own mental health. Whenever I find myself feeling defeated or spiraling into negative thinking patterns, I turn to your content, and it never fails to uplift me and make me feel better. I want to specifically thank you for being a tremendous source of inspiration in my journey towards overcoming anorexia. Your strength and resilience have helped me shift my mindset from a place of sickness to one of fitness. You gave me hope when I needed it most and taught me to trust in the process of healing and self-improvement. Your work and your message have had a profound impact on my life, and I will forever be grateful for the role you played in my recovery. Please continue to be the beacon of light and motivation that so many of us look up to. Your voice and advocacy are making a significant difference, and I hope you realize just how much of a positive influence you are in the lives of countless individuals. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Sincerely, Skylar
Skylar 🤍 hello my friend (: what an incredible soul and personality you have. I want to start with your recovery and to tell you how proud of you I am, because you should know that without a shadow of a doubt. Healing and believing in yourself enough to go through the messy, heavy journey is a big thing. Even just believing it's possible is a testament to you: not everybody does. Fitness and self-improvement from a place of exploration and love are just some of the best gifts on the planet and I'm beyond happy that you've found them. You've done an incredible, inspiring thing for yourself and I know you're on the way to growing into the natural next step and the most fulfilling part: contributing to something bigger than yourself and helping other people through tough times that life dealt them through no fault of their own. You have so much to contribute and bring to the world now. So much talent and perspective on how tough things can be! I hope you live that life to it's fullest!! So much love 🤍
@@natachaoceane Wow, Natacha, Your response has left me speechless and overwhelmed with gratitude. Your kindness and genuine care have touched my heart in ways I can't fully express. Reading your message has brought a tremendous sense of validation and encouragement to my journey. I'm truly humbled by your unwavering kind and caring nature. Hearing that you see potential in me to contribute and make a difference in the world by supporting others who face similar challenges fills me with a greater sense of purpose and the motivation to continue growing and evolving. Thank you for your heartfelt response. It's very meaningful to me, and I will forever treasure your words as I strive to live life to its fullest.💜 With immense gratitude and love, Skylar
i have a good news to share with you, i just completed my first half marathon ever in my life, never thought i can finish it as i’m never a runner, you’re my inspiration and motivation my girl ❤
YAY!!!! YES!!! that is such an achievement!! half-marathons are tough, especially if you've told yourself you're not a runner in the past. that is genuinely amazing, the first is always the toughest and from here you can do anything that excites you 👏
That's amazing ! I've only ran a half-marathon once with an abdominal issue and it was the hardest thing I've ever done, mainly because I didn't prepare well enough physically but my coach got me through it mentally . I was crying for the last few miles lol. It's so hard for non runners I feel like some people underestimate it !
i was diagnosed with endo after 11 years of mind numbing pain and begging doctors to believe me. ive had 14 abdominal surgeries in 4 years, when i got clearance 6 months ago to start working out, i made my body a priority and now ive got my first half marathon in 4 months!
Jazmine 🤍 that breaks my heart, I have heard so many stories of young girls and women not being believed and it's just unthinkable to be honest. you are a freaking icon. this half marathon is going to be such a lifelong memory and I hope you feel so rewarded for your patience and determination.
I want to thank every single person for every contribution to fundraising for Endometriosis research!! And thank you for being interested in the science of female health and fitness: the industry is finally evolving and seeing the importance, and you’re all a part of it. If you can’t see the TH-cam Fundraiser but want to help us raise $40,000, the GoFundMe page accepts donations from every country! 🤍👉 gofund.me/42dacc54 If you aren’t able to support financially, I totally understand. You can still make a huge difference by just telling one person you love about endometriosis. By raising awareness, we can help bring this awful menstrual disease out of the shadows and help minimise suffering 💡 Love you 🤍
@@denisephil7967 I'm so sorry Denise. I hope you have found a sense of peace now and your pain has passed. I really hope we can help other people struggling and going through the same pain.
I’m so inspired by the positive influence that Natacha has within the fitness community, I can feel the impact that this research will have on our future🥰
When I started watching you in march 2020, I remember trying pushups and telling my boyfriend it just wasn't possible because I was a girl. I've pushed through and now not only can I do way more than any guy I know but I'm looking into calisthenics competitions. Admittedly there aren't many women in this kind of sport which means I could qualify but people like you are breaking the stereotypes and making others realize just how strong, athletic and resilient us women are ❤You are my inspiration
I want to thank you so so much for always talking so comfortably about hyperhidrosis, i literally burst out in tears, 12 year old me is not feeling alone anymore
As someone with endometriosis I'm so thankful someone as inspiring as Natacha is pushing boundaries to raise awareness!!! Just donated!! All the love Natacha ur a superwoman 🦸♀️ ❤
definitely teared up when she was pushing herself during her max test while everyone cheered her on. I'm just so gosh dang proud of you Natacha!!!!! You are my idol
You're doing some incredible work - both for your own physical abilities and for women around the world, and you're nowhere close to ever peaking! Every day with you is a new inspiration and will always support you. Love you!
Michaela, you're always the greatest support I could ask for. I've been feeling a lot of hope lately: there are real changes slowly happening and more and more companies moving this way and it's just so exciting 👏👏 thank you for the constant good energy: it's made a huge difference these last few years. Hoping for so much good in your life!!
I literally cry everytime you take on a challange because you are so displined and so inspring and do not discrimnate aganist any body types. Even you taking the VO2 test I got emotional because if anyone deserves opportunties like this, it's you. I appreciate you in everyway and have watched you from the start. Thank you for reminding me I deserve fitness in my body as a strong woman!
Dear Natacha, it's easy to think, not to write a nice comment, because there are so many people saying similar-ish things. But on the other hand I know, what feedback means so I just wanted to let you know, what a huge inspiration and motivation you are for me. A couple of weeks I started watching your videos, watched probably a couple hundreds and I enjoyed every single minute of it - even the science, which isn't so much my thing 😅 I feel its hard finding people on social media, who share so authentically and honestly, with so much passion and joy what they stand for, as you do. You inspired me, to sign up for my first half marathon, setting myself a goal that I never thought I could or would want to reach, since I thought all of my life, that I'm not a runner and not even a sports person at all. I implemented quiet a few tipps from your running videos in my training and I feel they've been the most helpful out of all the things I've watched. I'm totally rooting for your own 100 miles journey, I'm sure you'll smash it and I wish you all the best for it! Thanks for your amazing work ❤
hey my friend 🤍 I take time to read each comment and to take on the things you like and don't enjoy as much, so thank you for taking a second. The feedback really is very valuable, you're totally right. What incredible and inspiring news about your half marathon!! That is such a mental transformation you have accomplished. I hope you keep that close and remember it any time you ever tell yourself you can't do something elsewhere in life. For me, that's what fitness is for (: I am so proud of you and never would have doubted you for a second: you would have faced very strong resistance if you ever told me you're not a runner 😂 I hope you just go out and have fun. Whether you finish or not, whether your time is what you wanted or not, all that matters is that you had fun and believed in yourself!! 👏 Thank you for everything and for your support. I'll be thinking of it on my run!
I sweat much naturally, but it gets really intense when I'm nervous like dripping of my whole body and seeing someone incredible like you Natacha having the same problem makes me feel so relieved🥺
Hey Sarah 🤍🤍🫧 I relate: for me it’s my hands and feet and then my crotch when I’m nervous 😂 you have nothing to be embarrassed about, the content of your character is rich and beautiful 🫶
I hear you, one of the athletes and test subjects on this research programme is a world-class Ultrarunner who has suffered with autoimmune diseases for years and I felt hurt and beyond inspired by the strength it takes to fight and push back every day. I've been thinking about this a lot lately. You're a superhero and have strength I can only aspire to. Sending you love 🤍
@@SammyK45 Devon is a perfect example and inspiration. She's a superhero. She is one of the FURTHER athletes and test subjects and the perfect type of role model 👏
Me too. 4 years ago I ran my first ultramarathon, now I can’t run at all due to a chronic illness. I’ve had to change my mindset completely about what it means to live a fulfilled life, for a long time I was depressed because I’d lost what felt like such a fundamental part of my life.
@@fran823 I feel you, it's hard to find a new hobby which would be as rewarding as regular training, not to mention the lost identity and jealousy that friends and family can continue their normal lives.
Started running after your video about how to make running enjoyable. Last Sunday I ran 8km for the first time and it was actually nice. Not really enjoyable but not awful anymore. And next Sunday I will do my first running event (5km) „Run against Hate“ for a girl of my city who died because of her courage to stand up against hate. So proud. Thank you for making this possible for me!
Oh I know that embarrassment: I lived it for looong enough when I was at school! We can just embrace it, anybody who actually cares is making a mountain out of nothing! 🫶🫶 happy to sweat by your side 🤍
✨I just wanted to say…. I’ve started to go to the gym and came across your video. Honestly I’ve watched A TON of workout videos/fitness influencers. And you’re HANDS DOWN *one of the best* fitness influencer I have seen! You actually know what you’re talking about, instead of giving me random HIIT workouts, or 20min videos that will get me snatched in 2 weeks. On top of that, I actually vibe with your personality; so nice yet have a great humour. *Highly respect* and recommend to anyone! ☺️✨
Natacha I’ve been following you since the dark times of spring of 2020 and I currently work at a lululemon. I just wanted you to know each time I look at your display in my store I smile 😭. Empowering women through sports is such a big passion of mine and there just aren’t many content creators that talk about it. So the fact you’re science based, sports driven, and you’re sponsored by my fav brand?!? I couldn’t ask for a more amazing person to follow. Keep killing it!! ❤
Your channel inspires me so much! I was diagnosed with endo 3 years ago - I just ran my first ever 5k to support endometriosis awareness a few days ago :-) your channel constantly motivates me and brightens my day!
you're an amazing freaking person Hayley. I am blown away by the strength and resilience some people have and I think you're just incredible. I am lucky and grateful to be running alongside you 🤍
Ahhh!! I am one month in to training for my first marathon because of you! Thank you for being so inspiring! 😁 If you ever host a fun 5k fundraiser I'll litteraly fly to London to run with you!
wow that's biiiig!! go Danielle!!! 👏👏👏👏 that marathon is going to be such a lifelong memory, you'll always have the proof that you can do really tough things and it'll take you so far! I'll keep that in mind, maybe one day it'll happen (:
You can’t believe how proud of you I am. You are pushing me and thousands of women to believe in themselves. You are such an inspiration, thank you for everything❤
Can’t explain it but I get so emotional watching these videos… so proud of you Natacha and everything you’re achieving. Feels like we’re a part of it and it’s beautiful 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻
Your fitness is amazing but your ability to push yourself, beyond comfort, in all areas of life is so inspiring! Public speaking is a real fear of mine so seriously kudos to you for doing that presentation even though it was scary for you. You crushed it 🎉 be proud.
As someone who struggles with hyperhidrosis as well, I appreciate how nonchalantly you handle the excessive sweat especially in stressful situations! Your view on challenging things in life is incredibly inspiring.
Not to do this video any less justice than it deserves but... You and Mario truly are the cutest. The way he supports you and just. UHG. Can we just take a little moment to appreciate him
You're an absolute inspiration - often I get teary watching your videos because you truly make me see how wonderful life can be when you say yes and lean in. Thank you!
Your videos always brighten my day. I am so invested in your ultra journey, having completed my first 3 weeks ago! It was 55km - nowhere near your 100 miles but I have a very physical sense of appreciation for the challenge you've set yourself and I love following along and being inspired by you xx
One of your BEST videos to date. I have seen tons of your videos over the years, and for real I feel you have reignited my love for running outdoors. Your excitement, and struggles are so admirable. My favorite part was the testing day with the different respiratory zones!! FYI I watched this whole video doing incline on the treadmill. Ha. Great job, and your man is so supportive!!
I've been in such a slump lately with not knowing how to move forward after graduation and your honestly such a massive inspiration for me to go for my dreams. So happy I could donate now!
Hey beautiful 🫶🫶 that phase of life is tough, I remember it. Both Mario and I had doubts and felt a little lost too. My biggest advice would be to just explore as much as you can: ask a million questions all the time. It’s becoming a lost art but there’s huge advantage in being the person who asks asks asks 👏 you’ll make connections that nobody else sees and will find what fulfils you 🫶
If I'm being honest, my whole life I haven't found consistency with being active or working out. But these videos really inspire me to change my perspective on sports, appreciating the world of science behind moving and pushing your body. Natacha, you never fail to motivate me to better my relationship with working out. Thank you!
I’ve always wanted to get into triathlons but never considered myself a runner. After watching your video about running I was convinced and signed up for my first sprint! Taking it super slow and giving my body the time it needs to adapt. Thank you ❤
I think this is so so cool because i’ve been watching you for a really long time and i’ve known about camille for a long time and you guys are meeting up! My mom runs ultra marathons and she has met camille a few times and i’ve met her once and watched her race and she smiles the whole time. My mom is currently running across the country (Mexico to Canada) and it’s cool how the ultra running community meets up like for example a bunch of people online have reached out to her to run with her along the way so she’s not alone!
wowowow what an inspiration to have in your mum!!!!! what an icon! I hope she's having so much fun! the rate of lifelong memories being created must be off the chart 👏 talk about living life 🥺 you're right about Camille: she's a great reminder that fun should be at the heart of so much of life 🤍
I’m a runner with chronic illness-I’m also on the curvier side (though not obese or trying to make it seem like I know what being obese is like-a loved one of mine assures me I do not, and what she goes through seems so hard). That said, since I do have my own health issues, and doing an ultra marathon scares me, but a colleague of mine who does them has been encouraging me to consider working up to doing one. Your video inspires me so much to try. Great work!!
The hyperhidrosis game is strong when public speaking. It's my most hated part of the whole ordeal. I used to laminate my cards because my hands get sooo sweaty Glad someone else could relate!
So grateful that you’re raising money for endometriosis research! We need this research so badly and I’m sure everyone who suffers with endo / pain is so grateful! You’re the best xxx
I got weirdly emotional when you mentioned you had hyperhidrosis. I’ve got it and it’s such a daily struggle so seeing you be so athletic and successful with a condition I have was super inspirational ❤
Hi Natasha, every time I watch one of your videos I am reminded what my body has the potential of achieving!! You inspire and brighten my day every time I watch your videos. I have endometriosis (thankfully managed well now) and the fact that you are doing a fundraiser for it inspired by your audience makes me want to burst into happy tears of validation. Thank you. Thank you for everything.
This video was absolutely spot on 🙌🏽 I may or may have not cried by the end of the interview with Camille Herron as an ultrarunner who 'gets it' when trying to describe the feeling of running outdoors
How amazing can a person be? Natacha, you are inspiring not only with what you personally achieve fitness wise but also in your connections with organizations in bettering/pushing forward research on female athletes! Side note; the smiling section of the video reminded me of Phily Bowden! She had a wonderful race recap that talked about how her smiling during the hardest leg of her Copenhagen Marathon gave her energy to push forward harder each time the crowed was responsive to her smiling. Such a great video as well.
How do I feel so inspired by your videos to run a 100 mile run myself, when I can't even run 10km in one go yet 😂 You are superwoman, go Natacha! I really hope your ankle will pull through 💪💪
I liked this video for so many reasons....I love how simply human you are, and I absolutely love how incredible the conversation was with Camille Herron! Thanks for posting this, Natacha
Camille is an absolute icon, I’m so honoured to have made a friend like that 🥹🥹🥹 she deserves all the props and support, she’s as kind of a soul as she is rapid a runner 🫶
Thank you!! This one has a very special feel to me too, some of the scientists featured are just so accomplished and influential and I didn’t get a chance to do them real justice. Thank you, go have the best run and I hope you feel incredible!!!
So inspiring! On a side note... I love your watch and the fact that tell you your heart rate without having to dry the sweat off your wrist and without having to stop running and to select "measure heart rate"
Hi Natacha, I just wanted to say thank you for all you do. You’re my biggest inspiration and have helped me believe in myself so much more since I started my fitness and running journey. I always considered myself someone who couldn’t run and didn’t like to run but thanks to your videos I recently was able to run 1.75 mile which doesn’t seem like a lot but for some one who could barely run for 2 minutes straight this is a huge accomplishment. I’m hoping to continue and work my way up to running a 5k by the end of the year. I’m also grateful for the fact that you’re spreading awareness for endometriosis, last last month I found out that I have it and it’s been really painful and stressful. Anyway you’re an amazing role model and I hope you know what an inspiration you are❤️
Your encouragement and “can do anything” attitude got me to attempt my first every ultra! It was a 50k Saturday. I didn’t get to complete it bc an aid station worker mistakenly told me I was past the cutoff and in my foggy “22miles in” mind I didn’t argue I just said ok and cried. That cost me my goal but I still set a PR for distance and left with grit to hit the trails again! It won’t escape me next time and I have learned a lot from that experience! Especially about being more confident in my abilities and standing up for myself. Thank you!
Hey Emily!! It’s just amazing that you believed in yourself enough and went for it: that’s the real purpose of these videos!! I’m sorry that was your experience, it will make the comeback even sweeter! You know for sure you can do it now if you were so far through 👏 I absolutely love that you said you learnt a lot from it: that’s all the first couple are. My whole IronMan was literally just a “let’s go slow and learn” and it protects the fire and love for the sport, so I know we’ll both be back to them and ready to race!! 👏👏👏🫶
Thank you for all you do Natacha! I watched your "how to run" video and I was able to run nonstop for 25 minutes today for the first time ever! I just kept saying "oh my god" to myself as I finished cus I couldn't believe it. I wouldn't have been able to do it without your video and positive fitness space!!
Rachel 🥹🤍 what a happy AMAZING thing to read!! That’s a real achievement girl! If you haven’t done that before I bet that must have been surreal to see your body just destroy your expectations. That’s why I always tell you I believe in you: if there’s something you can’t do, it’s probably just an approach problem. You can do anything with the right approach 🧸👏👏👏
I hope you enjoyed Vancouver. I saw you and Mario walking on the seawall between 3nd and second beach on Saturday Victoria long weekend,. thanks for motivating my running
Natacha! I completed my first 10k a few days ago. Kept it slow and steady and didn't need to stop to walk once! Thank you for your running technique video, without it I probably would have run too fast and gassed myself too early. Thank you!
That’s the trick, now you know it you can do anything!! It takes real discipline to stay well within your capacity at the start but you did it 👏👏 so proud of you Lucy, I know there’s nothing you can’t do from here 🫶
I feel genuinely proud of you for smashing your co-hosting event! Congratulations. Thoroughly enjoyed this video and loved seeing snippets of Vancouver. It brought back very happy memories of a trip there last year. I pray you never give up content creation Natacha. I just love what you share.
Natacha, I've been struggling alot with guilt/ shame for resting and eating, and you're channel is the only thing getting me through it. You are an inspiration and I can't thank you enough❤❤ 100 miles you got this, can't wait for what's next🥰
hey Megan! oh I hear you, it's quite a common thing people tell me they struggle with quite often. If I could tell you one thing to help, it's that progress and change come from the quality of your movement and not from the volume. Resting and eating unlock quality, and without them you'd be pumping out quantity that isn't valuable to creating the adaptations you want. I believe in you, every little small challenge against that guilt is a huge step and you will be free of it 🤍
You're such an inspiration Natacha. So proud of you for doing something you were scared to do to advance the cause for narrowing the sex gap in sports research! Thank you!
Love seeing this in my feed this morning!!! Not only did I get my PhD degree in the mail today, but also a new Natacha videoooooooo 🙌🙌🙌 The tests were so cool to see. I love seeing it because this is def not as available for the average person. Seeing the behind the scenes is amazing
@@natachaoceane You are literally so inspiring. Back in like 2019, we talked a little bit on IG after I finished my second tri. I shared that I lost 100 pounds naturally and have been so encouraged and motivated by you for years since one of your first videos popped on my feed. You are SO loved. And Mario too of course. Yalls videos bring such joy and I love rewatching old ones all the time too.
Yaaaay so glad to see a new video! QUESTION: could you do a sportswear video where you go through your favourite outfits? I always love your bright fits so muchhhh 🩷💚💜
Another AMAZING video!! You hit on some of the reasons I love ultras... it's possibly the only sport where women can compete equally with men, often in the top 10 or even winning outright. Many top performers are in their 30s and 40s. It's fun to get out and explore, like being a kid again. And while you'll rarely ever see people training for a marathon stop to smell flowers, admire views, or chat with a stranger, these things are completely normal in the ultra world! It's such a serious challenge that we work hard for, but we don't take it so seriously as to strip away the enjoyment. Camille Herron is incredible, and gives such motivation to those of us "average" ladies who still want to consider ourselves athletes in our 40s and beyond. And carbs, of course... it was great to hear the physio talking about the importance of carbs in training/ performance. I think they made a great choice in presenters... you truly represent women in such a wonderful way, with strength, beauty, determination, and intelligence. Well done in your presentation. Fingers crossed you beat your brother's numbers, and everything crossed that you go ahead with the 100!! Glad the bears didn't ambush you! 😂
I sweat like you too, just from standing around not doing anything really. I always have to drag around spare clothing for the day in case I sweat through my under pants, pants or shirts. Only thing is, i'm alergic to my own sweat. I get tinea versicolour from the sweat on my body and have to coat my skin in selsun blue. It makes me really hate summer. I'm glad you don't get rashes from sweating.
Honestly, seeing you be this focused and so into everything that you do is such an inspiration!!! I am just 20 days from World Championship in dancing and you are my inspiration in every step towards the competition. When I don't want to work out or practice, I just remember your determination and your discipline and just go for it!! Thank you for everything that you do and show us
Hey Alena!! Wow so talented and skilful!! 20 days, that’s so close to my run and I’ll be thinking of you while I’m on it! I hope it makes you feel happy and fulfilled in life, you deserve those two things. I hope we get the chance one day too, Prague is such a beautiful place and we’ve always loved it!
Don’t feel pressured to do a race you’re reg’d for if you don’t feel safe with your injury recovery! Whenever I can’t make a race I pretend like it was just a donation to the organizers :) there’s lots of races, the summer/fall ultra season is long, take the time you need to heal and not be nervous 😊
Thank you, I won't (: I've had a couple of physios and sports medicine docs assess it and they agree the risk of any long-term damage is zero, it's just a question of if my likelihood of finishing is high enough to justify the effort. I'd love to try as I'm really excited for it but you're right that there's lots of opportunities so Alex (the physio leading my recovery from a couple videos back) has my full faith. The donation thought was sweet 🤍 big hugs!
wow i am so inspired yet again. I absolutely love that mindset of pushing the boundaries of what you believe is possible for yourself. I always had very low self-esteem yet little by little i was expanding what i thought i could do and it helped me massively to override that crippling self-doubt. I am dreaming of running an ultra-marathon one day and watching your videos make me very hyped about it!! I hope you will release a new training plan that combines both, gym work and running preparation! I have done both, build and cut training plan, and it really helped me feeling my best (so far!). Thank you for having created this place of positivity and growth :)
Blisters: yes running long distance will give you blisters but they usually are around the toes, when I get them around the midfoot and heel it is usually because the shoes are too tight for too long. Sprinting short distance tight, long distance looser. :)
I've been keeping an eye out for so many days now. I just love your videos. Whenever I lack motivation or will doing something I just watch anyone of your video and it inspires me how you're open to tying and learning so much. Love it!
I just found amazing stories in the comments, inspirational and motivating. Even though I don't know any of you I feel so proud of each one of you girls. That made me also want to share the beginning of mine. So, today is my penultimate day in rehab. I had surgery on my feet 7 years ago and they gave me implants due to structural problems. Sadly, they did not work very well for me and I developed fibrosis apart from the fact that one of them fell out of place. They were removed about 2 and a half months ago and I have been in rehab for 2 months. I'm starting to exercise at home and from time to time go swimming. I have always liked exercise but couldn't do it because of my feet. Now, I want to go little by little, testing my limits but also pushing them a little more, without fear. For the first time, I am going to a gym and I want to try different disciplines. Thanks, Natacha for the inspiration. Been following since 2018-2019 aprox, don't actually remember BUT 100% sure that was before pandemic lol
I love you Natacha! Videos are so engaging and well done. You are going to crush your 100 miler! At 3:30 regarding toilet break for tampon, greatest tip another female ultra runner told me about was a menstrual cup. I know it’s not for everyone but it has been a total game changer for me! Mine can work for up to 12 hrs depending on flow that day. I also have much less painful cramps while using it too.
You inspired me to eat more and get into running !!! I got my period back and feel more energetic! Thanks for changing my life ! Can’t wait to try your hybrid running and gym program !
Thank you!! I lost my period 14 months ago due to under eating over exercising. I was scared to eat. But Natasha motivated me. I shifted my minded of training for performance instead of achieving a certain physic. I started eating more, decreased my training volumen. Just got my period this week!!
You're such an ispiration for me. Seeing you setting such high and difficult goals and so motivated and so HAPPY doing it and pushing yourself... I want that, you really are a true ispiration for me ❤
I loved everything about this video (especially watching you get your blood lactate tested- I am an Exercise Physiologist and am such nerd about all things science hehe) but my absolute favorite part was at 24:13 when you stopped mid sentence to acknowledge the rhododendrons 🤣 That is so me all the time!! That made me giggle so loud and made my whole day. You are the sweetest. Thank you for being such glowing light on this platform- it is needed 💕
Hahahah I feel like we understand each other. Science is absolutely crucial of course of course but did anyone see those rhododendrons orrr..? Your work is amazing Brittany, thanks for doing what you do and helping people 🤍 I feel like it’s such a valuable field for helping people believe in themselves and see what they’re capable of 🌸 so much love!
@@natachaoceane Thank you, thank you! ❤️ and thank YOU for emphasizing the importance of science to your audience. This is SO NEEDED online especially in the fitness industry!!
Natacha, it goes without saying that you are incredible!! i hadn't gone to the gym for like 4 months, i just wasn't feeling it at all. and for some reason your workout session with the core stabilization looked like, "maybe i could do that and it would kind of stretch my 'yoga' itch as well, and i won't have to pressure myself into cardio or strength training if i don't feel like it." and...it WORKED!! i went to the gym and did some core stability exercises, and it made me feel good enough to want to do some strength training, too! i will definitely be going back to the gym, and doing this core stability work i actually enjoy, and it's all because of you!! AHH thank you
There is something to be said about happy runners. The body becomes less stressed and can go further and harder so smile and sing if you need to while you run, but stay happy.
Natacha I’m dying…the office behind you when you’re looking at the 1982/83 grad class is the office I work in as a grad student. Literally could’ve been working in there in that moment 😂😭💀 so cool to see that you were there!!
Thank you for providing a way to donate for those of us (I'm in Greece) who couldn't through TH-cam! I have endometriosis so this cause is very close to me. Best of luck on your race and I hope that ankle heals up quickly!
I’ve run some of those hills in Vancouver. They would get me every time. I’d think …oh just a quick run before dinner …… ☠️ I’m proud of you for doing the public speaking. Doing hard things is always good for us. As always, you’re an inspiration, Mario is the sweetest, and it delights me every time I get a notification that a video is up. You’ve been instrumental in tweaking my mental relationship with all things fitness, health, and nutrition and I’m a much better, happier, more balanced person for it. Ty ❤
You just keep inspiring me everyday to enjoy fitness more and more and focus more on what my body can do rather than how it looks, so thank you! Keep being amazing!
always happy to see you win in life, Natacha❤ could you please do a science video for starting training as an overweight person? People who gain a considerable amount after an illness or other conditions just get shamed and are told to stop eating. Usually, the scientific approach is limited to people who are not obese, leaving out or only lightly touching on issues like joint health, mobility, and basic proprioception training. Also, starting out with exercises optimized for smaller bodies can do serious harm, but there is so little information widely available about appropriate starting steps.
Hey!! First up thank you. It really is touching to have that type of support and I only hope I can give it back some way. I am really grateful for your request. Everything you’ve said feels really important and it’s really valuable that you’ve raised it. I have thought about this a little and I think you are right, but I’ll really have to take some time to understand it as fully as I can. In the meantime, I think resistance training on machines could be a really amazing start, as well as some light dumbbell work for your upper body. Intuitively (not based on data, just my current understanding) cycling, rowing and swimming potentially feel like good cardio options: a mix of the two (concurrent, so the resistance and cardio I mentioned) could be a great start. I wouldn’t do much unilateral (one-side only) lower body unless it’s on machines just to be nice and safe. Thank you so much for raising this for me 🤍
@@natachaoceane that sounds like a great idea, I can't wait to start training! I've been craving exercise but I really want to avoid any injuries and that makes me double-guess everything. I'll keep you updated, hopefully, everything goes to plan🤞 I'm so thankful that there are people like you in the world🤍
Your videos literally make me so happy. I'm in the middle of my A Levels and have been super stressed but your videos are so positive that they genuinely make my day. Anyways, good luck with your race
hey my friend 🤍 I remember that period veeeeeery well, feeling super stressed sounds very familiar 😂😂 it'll all be behind you before you know and you'll be so proud of the effort and commitment you put in, it'll be totally worth it 👏 thank you so much, good luck for everything!!
Hi Natacha, awesome video as always ! I wish you well and wish you'll be able to compete the 100 mile run. Also, I'm a French hypnotherapist and fear of public speaking is a topic that you could tackle very easily with hypnosis :) especially to work on the physiological aspect (shaking, sweating...) because it means the autonomous nervous system probably links this kind of events (public speaking) with an emotional charge in your subconscious that is being blocked and constantly re-triggered every time you have to speak in front of people. If the emotion is released through the body when being hypnotised, the danger alert triggered by your nervous system will disappear and you'll be much calmer when doing conferences and so on ;-) (nb : hypnosis is NOT about not remembering things, or losing control, I work via visio (yes it is possible !) and usually simply talk to my clients who are very aware of what is going on and answer back to me. I prefer talking about being "more conscious" during hypnosis than comparing it to being asleep, because that's how I work :) ) Thank you for your qualitative content again ! x
So happy to donate to this cause and to you Natasha! You are such an amazing role model to so many women! Keep being yourself and you’re gonna kill this run!! I believe in you 100%
Hey Natacha! Just wanted to let you know how much your workouts and videos have inspired me! Adding on, just wanted to let you know how much I admire the effort you put in your daily life, like in this video. Like, you're the first person I know who would just, BAM! Have the courage to join a 100 MILE ULTRAMARATHON. Keep it going girl!
My night just got a whole lot better! I just finished the last session of a swimcourse in crawl, as i’m preparing for my first half ironman. It’s been super challenging, but that’s also what makes it feel so good when something connects. Now i’ll go home, eat a big meal cause a girl’s gotta eat, and enjoy every second of this video and your journey. You are my biggest inspiration in life, i absolutely adore you. Hope all is well! Lots of love xx
Wait! You mention when practicing for your speech that fatigue resistance could be superior in females to males. Would love to see a video exploring that!! Love your content!! Thank you!
I can't even finish the video yet without saying, Natacha, you're freaking awesome. What an amazing human being you are!!! Mario as well. You're younger than me but I look up to you guys. You're the best.
natasha you're in vancouver!! I'm now doing my PhD and have been following you since high school so it was super cool to see you in my city and uni, hope you enjoyed your trip and thank you for what you do
I'm morbidly obese and I watch Natacha for the science and motivation. I have tried her recipes, workouts, the abundance idea (meals with high volume but low calorie) and I started going out for walks nearly everyday....in two months, I'm down 16 inches mostly from my waist and 25 lbs. This woman knows what she is doing! Once I'm leaner or when I plateau I plan to try her Cut program. PS Her lime, maple syrup water is great. I suggest putting the limes in the water overnight to boost the flavor (lemons work too)!
You got this!! Keep going!!
So proud of you 🎉
Step by step! I’m on this journey too and we got this. I love how gentle and sustainable Natachas approach is
Amazing truly inspiring!
You’re an inspiration 🥺❤️
Natacha and Mario never fail to brighten up my day!
You’re the best 🥹 have the brightest, happiest day!
I know right! They never fail!
Truer words never spoken!! I want a Mario!!
Came here to say this! Never a miss with them
Dear Natacha,
I wanted to take a moment to express my deep admiration for you as a person and for your unwavering dedication to pushing women-based research in sport and health. It is truly inspiring to see someone like you fighting for equal representation and shedding light on the significant gap in studies conducted on men versus women, with only 6% focusing on the latter.
Your commitment to this cause is commendable, and it gives hope to many individuals who have long felt overlooked and underrepresented. I am grateful for the positive impact you have made on my own mental health. Whenever I find myself feeling defeated or spiraling into negative thinking patterns, I turn to your content, and it never fails to uplift me and make me feel better.
I want to specifically thank you for being a tremendous source of inspiration in my journey towards overcoming anorexia. Your strength and resilience have helped me shift my mindset from a place of sickness to one of fitness. You gave me hope when I needed it most and taught me to trust in the process of healing and self-improvement.
Your work and your message have had a profound impact on my life, and I will forever be grateful for the role you played in my recovery. Please continue to be the beacon of light and motivation that so many of us look up to. Your voice and advocacy are making a significant difference, and I hope you realize just how much of a positive influence you are in the lives of countless individuals.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Sincerely, Skylar
Skylar 🤍 hello my friend (: what an incredible soul and personality you have. I want to start with your recovery and to tell you how proud of you I am, because you should know that without a shadow of a doubt. Healing and believing in yourself enough to go through the messy, heavy journey is a big thing. Even just believing it's possible is a testament to you: not everybody does.
Fitness and self-improvement from a place of exploration and love are just some of the best gifts on the planet and I'm beyond happy that you've found them. You've done an incredible, inspiring thing for yourself and I know you're on the way to growing into the natural next step and the most fulfilling part: contributing to something bigger than yourself and helping other people through tough times that life dealt them through no fault of their own.
You have so much to contribute and bring to the world now. So much talent and perspective on how tough things can be! I hope you live that life to it's fullest!! So much love 🤍
@@natachaoceane Wow, Natacha, Your response has left me speechless and overwhelmed with gratitude. Your kindness and genuine care have touched my heart in ways I can't fully express. Reading your message has brought a tremendous sense of validation and encouragement to my journey. I'm truly humbled by your unwavering kind and caring nature. Hearing that you see potential in me to contribute and make a difference in the world by supporting others who face similar challenges fills me with a greater sense of purpose and the motivation to continue growing and evolving. Thank you for your heartfelt response. It's very meaningful to me, and I will forever treasure your words as I strive to live life to its fullest.💜
With immense gratitude and love,
Skylar
i have a good news to share with you, i just completed my first half marathon ever in my life, never thought i can finish it as i’m never a runner, you’re my inspiration and motivation my girl ❤
YAY!!!! YES!!! that is such an achievement!! half-marathons are tough, especially if you've told yourself you're not a runner in the past. that is genuinely amazing, the first is always the toughest and from here you can do anything that excites you 👏
Just ran my first half yesterday too! It’s an amazing feeling!
congrats!!!!!!
@@bookFreak8191 congrats!
That's amazing ! I've only ran a half-marathon once with an abdominal issue and it was the hardest thing I've ever done, mainly because I didn't prepare well enough physically but my coach got me through it mentally . I was crying for the last few miles lol. It's so hard for non runners I feel like some people underestimate it !
i was diagnosed with endo after 11 years of mind numbing pain and begging doctors to believe me. ive had 14 abdominal surgeries in 4 years, when i got clearance 6 months ago to start working out, i made my body a priority and now ive got my first half marathon in 4 months!
Jazmine 🤍 that breaks my heart, I have heard so many stories of young girls and women not being believed and it's just unthinkable to be honest. you are a freaking icon. this half marathon is going to be such a lifelong memory and I hope you feel so rewarded for your patience and determination.
I want to thank every single person for every contribution to fundraising for Endometriosis research!! And thank you for being interested in the science of female health and fitness: the industry is finally evolving and seeing the importance, and you’re all a part of it.
If you can’t see the TH-cam Fundraiser but want to help us raise $40,000, the GoFundMe page accepts donations from every country! 🤍👉 gofund.me/42dacc54
If you aren’t able to support financially, I totally understand. You can still make a huge difference by just telling one person you love about endometriosis. By raising awareness, we can help bring this awful menstrual disease out of the shadows and help minimise suffering 💡
Love you 🤍
Too late for me, 12 years suffering of endometriosis and at the end had to take everything out to live in peace at age 35, now 52.
@@denisephil7967 I'm so sorry Denise. I hope you have found a sense of peace now and your pain has passed. I really hope we can help other people struggling and going through the same pain.
@@natachaoceane I just donated. thank you for doing this Nat!
Thank you!
Yay! Just donated, I couldn’t do it earlier (Aussie)
I’m so inspired by the positive influence that Natacha has within the fitness community, I can feel the impact that this research will have on our future🥰
I am sorry it has been so long and slow but powerful forces are finally coming together!! the future is bright! proud of you Mia (:
When I started watching you in march 2020, I remember trying pushups and telling my boyfriend it just wasn't possible because I was a girl. I've pushed through and now not only can I do way more than any guy I know but I'm looking into calisthenics competitions. Admittedly there aren't many women in this kind of sport which means I could qualify but people like you are breaking the stereotypes and making others realize just how strong, athletic and resilient us women are ❤You are my inspiration
I want to thank you so so much for always talking so comfortably about hyperhidrosis, i literally burst out in tears, 12 year old me is not feeling alone anymore
12 year old you and 12 year old me felt a lot of the same embarrassment 🤍 I’m with you 🫶😘
As someone with endometriosis I'm so thankful someone as inspiring as Natacha is pushing boundaries to raise awareness!!! Just donated!! All the love Natacha ur a superwoman 🦸♀️ ❤
we are all here to help and raise awareness and we are all thinking of you! You're the best, thanks a billion for donating!!! so much love back 🥺
Every one of us girls watching the cramp bit was doubled up in sympathy too!! 🥰
👯♀️ I’m sorry for giving you flashbacks 🙊
Yeees thank you so much for showing that bit🤗
definitely teared up when she was pushing herself during her max test while everyone cheered her on. I'm just so gosh dang proud of you Natacha!!!!! You are my idol
27 minutes and 2 seconds of pure love, joy, inspiration, admiration, and happy tears. Always in awe of you, Natacha.
You're doing some incredible work - both for your own physical abilities and for women around the world, and you're nowhere close to ever peaking! Every day with you is a new inspiration and will always support you. Love you!
Michaela, you're always the greatest support I could ask for. I've been feeling a lot of hope lately: there are real changes slowly happening and more and more companies moving this way and it's just so exciting 👏👏 thank you for the constant good energy: it's made a huge difference these last few years. Hoping for so much good in your life!!
Natacha quite literally stopping to smell the flowers all the time is such a positive, characteristic move and it's awesome.
I literally cry everytime you take on a challange because you are so displined and so inspring and do not discrimnate aganist any body types. Even you taking the VO2 test I got emotional because if anyone deserves opportunties like this, it's you. I appreciate you in everyway and have watched you from the start. Thank you for reminding me I deserve fitness in my body as a strong woman!
Dear Natacha, it's easy to think, not to write a nice comment, because there are so many people saying similar-ish things. But on the other hand I know, what feedback means so I just wanted to let you know, what a huge inspiration and motivation you are for me.
A couple of weeks I started watching your videos, watched probably a couple hundreds and I enjoyed every single minute of it - even the science, which isn't so much my thing 😅
I feel its hard finding people on social media, who share so authentically and honestly, with so much passion and joy what they stand for, as you do. You inspired me, to sign up for my first half marathon, setting myself a goal that I never thought I could or would want to reach, since I thought all of my life, that I'm not a runner and not even a sports person at all.
I implemented quiet a few tipps from your running videos in my training and I feel they've been the most helpful out of all the things I've watched.
I'm totally rooting for your own 100 miles journey, I'm sure you'll smash it and I wish you all the best for it!
Thanks for your amazing work ❤
hey my friend 🤍 I take time to read each comment and to take on the things you like and don't enjoy as much, so thank you for taking a second. The feedback really is very valuable, you're totally right.
What incredible and inspiring news about your half marathon!! That is such a mental transformation you have accomplished. I hope you keep that close and remember it any time you ever tell yourself you can't do something elsewhere in life. For me, that's what fitness is for (: I am so proud of you and never would have doubted you for a second: you would have faced very strong resistance if you ever told me you're not a runner 😂
I hope you just go out and have fun. Whether you finish or not, whether your time is what you wanted or not, all that matters is that you had fun and believed in yourself!! 👏 Thank you for everything and for your support. I'll be thinking of it on my run!
I sweat much naturally, but it gets really intense when I'm nervous like dripping of my whole body and seeing someone incredible like you Natacha having the same problem makes me feel so relieved🥺
Hey Sarah 🤍🤍🫧 I relate: for me it’s my hands and feet and then my crotch when I’m nervous 😂 you have nothing to be embarrassed about, the content of your character is rich and beautiful 🫶
As someone with a chronic illness who used to be a runner I feel so jealous that you are able to train for such big goals.
I hear you, one of the athletes and test subjects on this research programme is a world-class Ultrarunner who has suffered with autoimmune diseases for years and I felt hurt and beyond inspired by the strength it takes to fight and push back every day. I've been thinking about this a lot lately. You're a superhero and have strength I can only aspire to. Sending you love 🤍
Definitely recommend following Devon Yanko if you need some inspiration of a badass runner that also struggles with a chronic illness!
@@SammyK45 Devon is a perfect example and inspiration. She's a superhero. She is one of the FURTHER athletes and test subjects and the perfect type of role model 👏
Me too. 4 years ago I ran my first ultramarathon, now I can’t run at all due to a chronic illness. I’ve had to change my mindset completely about what it means to live a fulfilled life, for a long time I was depressed because I’d lost what felt like such a fundamental part of my life.
@@fran823 I feel you, it's hard to find a new hobby which would be as rewarding as regular training, not to mention the lost identity and jealousy that friends and family can continue their normal lives.
Started running after your video about how to make running enjoyable. Last Sunday I ran 8km for the first time and it was actually nice. Not really enjoyable but not awful anymore. And next Sunday I will do my first running event (5km) „Run against Hate“ for a girl of my city who died because of her courage to stand up against hate. So proud. Thank you for making this possible for me!
As a nervous sweaty girl myself, thanks for normalizing it! I was always so ashamed and insecure about my underarm sweating 😥😥
Oh I know that embarrassment: I lived it for looong enough when I was at school! We can just embrace it, anybody who actually cares is making a mountain out of nothing! 🫶🫶 happy to sweat by your side 🤍
✨I just wanted to say….
I’ve started to go to the gym and came across your video. Honestly I’ve watched A TON of workout videos/fitness influencers.
And you’re HANDS DOWN *one of the best* fitness influencer I have seen!
You actually know what you’re talking about, instead of giving me random HIIT workouts, or 20min videos that will get me snatched in 2 weeks.
On top of that, I actually vibe with your personality; so nice yet have a great humour.
*Highly respect* and recommend to anyone! ☺️✨
Natacha I’ve been following you since the dark times of spring of 2020 and I currently work at a lululemon. I just wanted you to know each time I look at your display in my store I smile 😭. Empowering women through sports is such a big passion of mine and there just aren’t many content creators that talk about it. So the fact you’re science based, sports driven, and you’re sponsored by my fav brand?!? I couldn’t ask for a more amazing person to follow. Keep killing it!! ❤
Your channel inspires me so much! I was diagnosed with endo 3 years ago - I just ran my first ever 5k to support endometriosis awareness a few days ago :-) your channel constantly motivates me and brightens my day!
you're an amazing freaking person Hayley. I am blown away by the strength and resilience some people have and I think you're just incredible. I am lucky and grateful to be running alongside you 🤍
@@natachaoceane omg im fangirling that you responded, you are amazing!!!!
Ahhh!! I am one month in to training for my first marathon because of you! Thank you for being so inspiring! 😁 If you ever host a fun 5k fundraiser I'll litteraly fly to London to run with you!
wow that's biiiig!! go Danielle!!! 👏👏👏👏 that marathon is going to be such a lifelong memory, you'll always have the proof that you can do really tough things and it'll take you so far! I'll keep that in mind, maybe one day it'll happen (:
You can’t believe how proud of you I am. You are pushing me and thousands of women to believe in themselves. You are such an inspiration, thank you for everything❤
Can’t explain it but I get so emotional watching these videos… so proud of you Natacha and everything you’re achieving. Feels like we’re a part of it and it’s beautiful 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻
Your fitness is amazing but your ability to push yourself, beyond comfort, in all areas of life is so inspiring! Public speaking is a real fear of mine so seriously kudos to you for doing that presentation even though it was scary for you. You crushed it 🎉 be proud.
As someone who struggles with hyperhidrosis as well, I appreciate how nonchalantly you handle the excessive sweat especially in stressful situations! Your view on challenging things in life is incredibly inspiring.
Not to do this video any less justice than it deserves but... You and Mario truly are the cutest. The way he supports you and just. UHG. Can we just take a little moment to appreciate him
You're an absolute inspiration - often I get teary watching your videos because you truly make me see how wonderful life can be when you say yes and lean in. Thank you!
Your videos always brighten my day. I am so invested in your ultra journey, having completed my first 3 weeks ago! It was 55km - nowhere near your 100 miles but I have a very physical sense of appreciation for the challenge you've set yourself and I love following along and being inspired by you xx
One of your BEST videos to date. I have seen tons of your videos over the years, and for real I feel you have reignited my love for running outdoors. Your excitement, and struggles are so admirable. My favorite part was the testing day with the different respiratory zones!!
FYI I watched this whole video doing incline on the treadmill. Ha. Great job, and your man is so supportive!!
I've been in such a slump lately with not knowing how to move forward after graduation and your honestly such a massive inspiration for me to go for my dreams. So happy I could donate now!
Hey beautiful 🫶🫶 that phase of life is tough, I remember it. Both Mario and I had doubts and felt a little lost too. My biggest advice would be to just explore as much as you can: ask a million questions all the time. It’s becoming a lost art but there’s huge advantage in being the person who asks asks asks 👏 you’ll make connections that nobody else sees and will find what fulfils you 🫶
@@natachaoceane thank you so much for the advice 💖 Definitely need to switch my mindset from grinding to curiosity!
This is what I need to hear before my 70.3 coming Sunday. You go girl.
yeeeeeeeehaaa Sunday is gonna be so special!! is it your first one??
If I'm being honest, my whole life I haven't found consistency with being active or working out. But these videos really inspire me to change my perspective on sports, appreciating the world of science behind moving and pushing your body. Natacha, you never fail to motivate me to better my relationship with working out. Thank you!
I’ve always wanted to get into triathlons but never considered myself a runner. After watching your video about running I was convinced and signed up for my first sprint! Taking it super slow and giving my body the time it needs to adapt. Thank you ❤
I think this is so so cool because i’ve been watching you for a really long time and i’ve known about camille for a long time and you guys are meeting up! My mom runs ultra marathons and she has met camille a few times and i’ve met her once and watched her race and she smiles the whole time. My mom is currently running across the country (Mexico to Canada) and it’s cool how the ultra running community meets up like for example a bunch of people online have reached out to her to run with her along the way so she’s not alone!
wowowow what an inspiration to have in your mum!!!!! what an icon! I hope she's having so much fun! the rate of lifelong memories being created must be off the chart 👏 talk about living life 🥺 you're right about Camille: she's a great reminder that fun should be at the heart of so much of life 🤍
the positivity but also realness of your videos always makes my day a bit better :)
🤍 you deserve to feel happy, that's really kind 👑
I’m a runner with chronic illness-I’m also on the curvier side (though not obese or trying to make it seem like I know what being obese is like-a loved one of mine assures me I do not, and what she goes through seems so hard). That said, since I do have my own health issues, and doing an ultra marathon scares me, but a colleague of mine who does them has been encouraging me to consider working up to doing one. Your video inspires me so much to try. Great work!!
The hyperhidrosis game is strong when public speaking. It's my most hated part of the whole ordeal. I used to laminate my cards because my hands get sooo sweaty
Glad someone else could relate!
So grateful that you’re raising money for endometriosis research! We need this research so badly and I’m sure everyone who suffers with endo / pain is so grateful! You’re the best xxx
I got weirdly emotional when you mentioned you had hyperhidrosis. I’ve got it and it’s such a daily struggle so seeing you be so athletic and successful with a condition I have was super inspirational ❤
Yes! So glad to see someone else strategically choosing an outfit to hide the sweat. That’s my every day struggle haha.
Hi Natasha, every time I watch one of your videos I am reminded what my body has the potential of achieving!! You inspire and brighten my day every time I watch your videos. I have endometriosis (thankfully managed well now) and the fact that you are doing a fundraiser for it inspired by your audience makes me want to burst into happy tears of validation. Thank you. Thank you for everything.
This video was absolutely spot on 🙌🏽 I may or may have not cried by the end of the interview with Camille Herron as an ultrarunner who 'gets it' when trying to describe the feeling of running outdoors
Also so pleased RED-S research is finally being funded and bought into the sports conversation 🙌🏽
How amazing can a person be? Natacha, you are inspiring not only with what you personally achieve fitness wise but also in your connections with organizations in bettering/pushing forward research on female athletes!
Side note; the smiling section of the video reminded me of Phily Bowden! She had a wonderful race recap that talked about how her smiling during the hardest leg of her Copenhagen Marathon gave her energy to push forward harder each time the crowed was responsive to her smiling. Such a great video as well.
How do I feel so inspired by your videos to run a 100 mile run myself, when I can't even run 10km in one go yet 😂 You are superwoman, go Natacha! I really hope your ankle will pull through 💪💪
I liked this video for so many reasons....I love how simply human you are, and I absolutely love how incredible the conversation was with Camille Herron! Thanks for posting this, Natacha
Camille is an absolute icon, I’m so honoured to have made a friend like that 🥹🥹🥹 she deserves all the props and support, she’s as kind of a soul as she is rapid a runner 🫶
The ‘I need to change my tampon’ is so real. I love her sm!!! 💖
you have the most epic TH-cam name and I'm jealous 😂 love you back don't forget it!
this is probably my favorite video of yours - the views, the science, so many inspiring faces - STUNNING! can't wait for my next run :)
Thank you!! This one has a very special feel to me too, some of the scientists featured are just so accomplished and influential and I didn’t get a chance to do them real justice. Thank you, go have the best run and I hope you feel incredible!!!
HUGE thank you for hardcoded subtitles on hard-to-hear scenes. love love love it.
So inspiring!
On a side note... I love your watch and the fact that tell you your heart rate without having to dry the sweat off your wrist and without having to stop running and to select "measure heart rate"
Just in case you missed it @ 12:30 seconds into the video, I nearly fell off my chair when Natacha says Tabbouleh hahahah
Hi Natacha, I just wanted to say thank you for all you do. You’re my biggest inspiration and have helped me believe in myself so much more since I started my fitness and running journey. I always considered myself someone who couldn’t run and didn’t like to run but thanks to your videos I recently was able to run 1.75 mile which doesn’t seem like a lot but for some one who could barely run for 2 minutes straight this is a huge accomplishment. I’m hoping to continue and work my way up to running a 5k by the end of the year. I’m also grateful for the fact that you’re spreading awareness for endometriosis, last last month I found out that I have it and it’s been really painful and stressful. Anyway you’re an amazing role model and I hope you know what an inspiration you are❤️
Your encouragement and “can do anything” attitude got me to attempt my first every ultra! It was a 50k Saturday. I didn’t get to complete it bc an aid station worker mistakenly told me I was past the cutoff and in my foggy “22miles in” mind I didn’t argue I just said ok and cried. That cost me my goal but I still set a PR for distance and left with grit to hit the trails again! It won’t escape me next time and I have learned a lot from that experience! Especially about being more confident in my abilities and standing up for myself. Thank you!
Hey Emily!! It’s just amazing that you believed in yourself enough and went for it: that’s the real purpose of these videos!! I’m sorry that was your experience, it will make the comeback even sweeter! You know for sure you can do it now if you were so far through 👏 I absolutely love that you said you learnt a lot from it: that’s all the first couple are. My whole IronMan was literally just a “let’s go slow and learn” and it protects the fire and love for the sport, so I know we’ll both be back to them and ready to race!!
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Thank you for all you do Natacha! I watched your "how to run" video and I was able to run nonstop for 25 minutes today for the first time ever! I just kept saying "oh my god" to myself as I finished cus I couldn't believe it. I wouldn't have been able to do it without your video and positive fitness space!!
Rachel 🥹🤍 what a happy AMAZING thing to read!! That’s a real achievement girl! If you haven’t done that before I bet that must have been surreal to see your body just destroy your expectations. That’s why I always tell you I believe in you: if there’s something you can’t do, it’s probably just an approach problem. You can do anything with the right approach 🧸👏👏👏
I hope you enjoyed Vancouver. I saw you and Mario walking on the seawall between 3nd and second beach on Saturday Victoria long weekend,. thanks for motivating my running
Natacha! I completed my first 10k a few days ago. Kept it slow and steady and didn't need to stop to walk once! Thank you for your running technique video, without it I probably would have run too fast and gassed myself too early. Thank you!
That’s the trick, now you know it you can do anything!! It takes real discipline to stay well within your capacity at the start but you did it 👏👏 so proud of you Lucy, I know there’s nothing you can’t do from here 🫶
I feel genuinely proud of you for smashing your co-hosting event! Congratulations. Thoroughly enjoyed this video and loved seeing snippets of Vancouver. It brought back very happy memories of a trip there last year. I pray you never give up content creation Natacha. I just love what you share.
I don’t know why I got so emotional watching you push yourself on that bike with all your spy kids gear on! You’re so inspirational. ❤
Natacha, I've been struggling alot with guilt/ shame for resting and eating, and you're channel is the only thing getting me through it. You are an inspiration and I can't thank you enough❤❤ 100 miles you got this, can't wait for what's next🥰
hey Megan! oh I hear you, it's quite a common thing people tell me they struggle with quite often. If I could tell you one thing to help, it's that progress and change come from the quality of your movement and not from the volume. Resting and eating unlock quality, and without them you'd be pumping out quantity that isn't valuable to creating the adaptations you want. I believe in you, every little small challenge against that guilt is a huge step and you will be free of it 🤍
You're such an inspiration Natacha. So proud of you for doing something you were scared to do to advance the cause for narrowing the sex gap in sports research! Thank you!
yes!! this! putting the purpose before her own fear is so inspiring to me
Love seeing this in my feed this morning!!! Not only did I get my PhD degree in the mail today, but also a new Natacha videoooooooo 🙌🙌🙌
The tests were so cool to see. I love seeing it because this is def not as available for the average person. Seeing the behind the scenes is amazing
YEEEEEEEEEESSSSS that’s an achievement of a lifetime, I have such smart and capable friends wow 👏👏👏 so proud of you!!
@@natachaoceane You are literally so inspiring. Back in like 2019, we talked a little bit on IG after I finished my second tri. I shared that I lost 100 pounds naturally and have been so encouraged and motivated by you for years since one of your first videos popped on my feed. You are SO loved. And Mario too of course. Yalls videos bring such joy and I love rewatching old ones all the time too.
Marathon / ultra training is relentless, thanks for showing the realities of it! 😅 love your dedication while still keeping a sense of humour 🥰
Yaaaay so glad to see a new video!
QUESTION: could you do a sportswear video where you go through your favourite outfits? I always love your bright fits so muchhhh 🩷💚💜
Another AMAZING video!! You hit on some of the reasons I love ultras... it's possibly the only sport where women can compete equally with men, often in the top 10 or even winning outright. Many top performers are in their 30s and 40s. It's fun to get out and explore, like being a kid again. And while you'll rarely ever see people training for a marathon stop to smell flowers, admire views, or chat with a stranger, these things are completely normal in the ultra world! It's such a serious challenge that we work hard for, but we don't take it so seriously as to strip away the enjoyment. Camille Herron is incredible, and gives such motivation to those of us "average" ladies who still want to consider ourselves athletes in our 40s and beyond. And carbs, of course... it was great to hear the physio talking about the importance of carbs in training/ performance. I think they made a great choice in presenters... you truly represent women in such a wonderful way, with strength, beauty, determination, and intelligence. Well done in your presentation. Fingers crossed you beat your brother's numbers, and everything crossed that you go ahead with the 100!! Glad the bears didn't ambush you! 😂
J'ai sauté direct sur ce nouveau guide!! Merci ❤❤❤
Cette dernière année je suis contente d'avoir fait tes programmes 😊
I sweat like you too, just from standing around not doing anything really. I always have to drag around spare clothing for the day in case I sweat through my under pants, pants or shirts. Only thing is, i'm alergic to my own sweat. I get tinea versicolour from the sweat on my body and have to coat my skin in selsun blue. It makes me really hate summer. I'm glad you don't get rashes from sweating.
You are so wholesome it makes my heart happy! Mario is also a gem, keep shinning bright!
Honestly, seeing you be this focused and so into everything that you do is such an inspiration!!! I am just 20 days from World Championship in dancing and you are my inspiration in every step towards the competition. When I don't want to work out or practice, I just remember your determination and your discipline and just go for it!! Thank you for everything that you do and show us
Hey Alena!! Wow so talented and skilful!! 20 days, that’s so close to my run and I’ll be thinking of you while I’m on it!
I hope it makes you feel happy and fulfilled in life, you deserve those two things. I hope we get the chance one day too, Prague is such a beautiful place and we’ve always loved it!
Don’t feel pressured to do a race you’re reg’d for if you don’t feel safe with your injury recovery! Whenever I can’t make a race I pretend like it was just a donation to the organizers :) there’s lots of races, the summer/fall ultra season is long, take the time you need to heal and not be nervous 😊
Thank you, I won't (: I've had a couple of physios and sports medicine docs assess it and they agree the risk of any long-term damage is zero, it's just a question of if my likelihood of finishing is high enough to justify the effort. I'd love to try as I'm really excited for it but you're right that there's lots of opportunities so Alex (the physio leading my recovery from a couple videos back) has my full faith. The donation thought was sweet 🤍 big hugs!
wow i am so inspired yet again. I absolutely love that mindset of pushing the boundaries of what you believe is possible for yourself. I always had very low self-esteem yet little by little i was expanding what i thought i could do and it helped me massively to override that crippling self-doubt. I am dreaming of running an ultra-marathon one day and watching your videos make me very hyped about it!! I hope you will release a new training plan that combines both, gym work and running preparation! I have done both, build and cut training plan, and it really helped me feeling my best (so far!). Thank you for having created this place of positivity and growth :)
Blisters: yes running long distance will give you blisters but they usually are around the toes, when I get them around the midfoot and heel it is usually because the shoes are too tight for too long. Sprinting short distance tight, long distance looser. :)
I've been keeping an eye out for so many days now. I just love your videos. Whenever I lack motivation or will doing something I just watch anyone of your video and it inspires me how you're open to tying and learning so much. Love it!
Rooting for you, Natacha! 😊
Someone give this woman a tv show plzzz. My days are so much happier when I see a new video of yours 🥹 I literally rewatch old ones sometimes hahah
I just found amazing stories in the comments, inspirational and motivating. Even though I don't know any of you I feel so proud of each one of you girls. That made me also want to share the beginning of mine.
So, today is my penultimate day in rehab. I had surgery on my feet 7 years ago and they gave me implants due to structural problems. Sadly, they did not work very well for me and I developed fibrosis apart from the fact that one of them fell out of place. They were removed about 2 and a half months ago and I have been in rehab for 2 months. I'm starting to exercise at home and from time to time go swimming. I have always liked exercise but couldn't do it because of my feet. Now, I want to go little by little, testing my limits but also pushing them a little more, without fear. For the first time, I am going to a gym and I want to try different disciplines. Thanks, Natacha for the inspiration. Been following since 2018-2019 aprox, don't actually remember BUT 100% sure that was before pandemic lol
I love you Natacha! Videos are so engaging and well done. You are going to crush your 100 miler! At 3:30 regarding toilet break for tampon, greatest tip another female ultra runner told me about was a menstrual cup. I know it’s not for everyone but it has been a total game changer for me! Mine can work for up to 12 hrs depending on flow that day. I also have much less painful cramps while using it too.
As a fellow runner and cup user I support this comment!!
You inspired me to eat more and get into running !!! I got my period back and feel more energetic! Thanks for changing my life ! Can’t wait to try your hybrid running and gym program !
i hope to get there soon !! been waiting for my period back for more than a year now :( but best of luck and wish you well xx
Thank you!! I lost my period 14 months ago due to under eating over exercising. I was scared to eat. But Natasha motivated me. I shifted my minded of training for performance instead of achieving a certain physic. I started eating more, decreased my training volumen. Just got my period this week!!
You're such an ispiration for me. Seeing you setting such high and difficult goals and so motivated and so HAPPY doing it and pushing yourself... I want that, you really are a true ispiration for me ❤
I loved everything about this video (especially watching you get your blood lactate tested- I am an Exercise Physiologist and am such nerd about all things science hehe) but my absolute favorite part was at 24:13 when you stopped mid sentence to acknowledge the rhododendrons 🤣 That is so me all the time!! That made me giggle so loud and made my whole day. You are the sweetest. Thank you for being such glowing light on this platform- it is needed 💕
Hahahah I feel like we understand each other. Science is absolutely crucial of course of course but did anyone see those rhododendrons orrr..?
Your work is amazing Brittany, thanks for doing what you do and helping people 🤍 I feel like it’s such a valuable field for helping people believe in themselves and see what they’re capable of 🌸 so much love!
@@natachaoceane Thank you, thank you! ❤️ and thank YOU for emphasizing the importance of science to your audience. This is SO NEEDED online especially in the fitness industry!!
Natacha, it goes without saying that you are incredible!! i hadn't gone to the gym for like 4 months, i just wasn't feeling it at all. and for some reason your workout session with the core stabilization looked like, "maybe i could do that and it would kind of stretch my 'yoga' itch as well, and i won't have to pressure myself into cardio or strength training if i don't feel like it." and...it WORKED!! i went to the gym and did some core stability exercises, and it made me feel good enough to want to do some strength training, too! i will definitely be going back to the gym, and doing this core stability work i actually enjoy, and it's all because of you!! AHH thank you
There is something to be said about happy runners. The body becomes less stressed and can go further and harder so smile and sing if you need to while you run, but stay happy.
Natacha I’m dying…the office behind you when you’re looking at the 1982/83 grad class is the office I work in as a grad student. Literally could’ve been working in there in that moment 😂😭💀 so cool to see that you were there!!
Thank you for providing a way to donate for those of us (I'm in Greece) who couldn't through TH-cam! I have endometriosis so this cause is very close to me. Best of luck on your race and I hope that ankle heals up quickly!
I’ve run some of those hills in Vancouver. They would get me every time. I’d think …oh just a quick run before dinner …… ☠️
I’m proud of you for doing the public speaking. Doing hard things is always good for us. As always, you’re an inspiration, Mario is the sweetest, and it delights me every time I get a notification that a video is up. You’ve been instrumental in tweaking my mental relationship with all things fitness, health, and nutrition and I’m a much better, happier, more balanced person for it. Ty ❤
Well done, Natacha!!! You go girl! I have such respect for you! BIG hug!
I teared up so many times during this video! You are such an inspiring woman and I look up to you ! Good luck on your 100 miles! 😍
You just keep inspiring me everyday to enjoy fitness more and more and focus more on what my body can do rather than how it looks, so thank you! Keep being amazing!
always happy to see you win in life, Natacha❤ could you please do a science video for starting training as an overweight person? People who gain a considerable amount after an illness or other conditions just get shamed and are told to stop eating. Usually, the scientific approach is limited to people who are not obese, leaving out or only lightly touching on issues like joint health, mobility, and basic proprioception training. Also, starting out with exercises optimized for smaller bodies can do serious harm, but there is so little information widely available about appropriate starting steps.
Hey!! First up thank you. It really is touching to have that type of support and I only hope I can give it back some way.
I am really grateful for your request. Everything you’ve said feels really important and it’s really valuable that you’ve raised it. I have thought about this a little and I think you are right, but I’ll really have to take some time to understand it as fully as I can. In the meantime, I think resistance training on machines could be a really amazing start, as well as some light dumbbell work for your upper body. Intuitively (not based on data, just my current understanding) cycling, rowing and swimming potentially feel like good cardio options: a mix of the two (concurrent, so the resistance and cardio I mentioned) could be a great start. I wouldn’t do much unilateral (one-side only) lower body unless it’s on machines just to be nice and safe.
Thank you so much for raising this for me 🤍
@@natachaoceane that sounds like a great idea, I can't wait to start training! I've been craving exercise but I really want to avoid any injuries and that makes me double-guess everything. I'll keep you updated, hopefully, everything goes to plan🤞 I'm so thankful that there are people like you in the world🤍
Your videos literally make me so happy. I'm in the middle of my A Levels and have been super stressed but your videos are so positive that they genuinely make my day. Anyways, good luck with your race
hey my friend 🤍 I remember that period veeeeeery well, feeling super stressed sounds very familiar 😂😂 it'll all be behind you before you know and you'll be so proud of the effort and commitment you put in, it'll be totally worth it 👏 thank you so much, good luck for everything!!
@@natachaoceane Yes, honestly I know ill be proud of myself on results day so just like you in your race I'll keep going!
Hi Natacha, awesome video as always ! I wish you well and wish you'll be able to compete the 100 mile run. Also, I'm a French hypnotherapist and fear of public speaking is a topic that you could tackle very easily with hypnosis :) especially to work on the physiological aspect (shaking, sweating...) because it means the autonomous nervous system probably links this kind of events (public speaking) with an emotional charge in your subconscious that is being blocked and constantly re-triggered every time you have to speak in front of people. If the emotion is released through the body when being hypnotised, the danger alert triggered by your nervous system will disappear and you'll be much calmer when doing conferences and so on ;-) (nb : hypnosis is NOT about not remembering things, or losing control, I work via visio (yes it is possible !) and usually simply talk to my clients who are very aware of what is going on and answer back to me. I prefer talking about being "more conscious" during hypnosis than comparing it to being asleep, because that's how I work :) ) Thank you for your qualitative content again ! x
So happy to donate to this cause and to you Natasha! You are such an amazing role model to so many women! Keep being yourself and you’re gonna kill this run!! I believe in you 100%
Hey Natacha!
Just wanted to let you know how much your workouts and videos have inspired me! Adding on, just wanted to let you know how much I admire the effort you put in your daily life, like in this video. Like, you're the first person I know who would just, BAM! Have the courage to join a 100 MILE ULTRAMARATHON. Keep it going girl!
My night just got a whole lot better! I just finished the last session of a swimcourse in crawl, as i’m preparing for my first half ironman. It’s been super challenging, but that’s also what makes it feel so good when something connects. Now i’ll go home, eat a big meal cause a girl’s gotta eat, and enjoy every second of this video and your journey. You are my biggest inspiration in life, i absolutely adore you. Hope all is well! Lots of love xx
You are the only reason i come back to youtube. Much love 💕
Wait! You mention when practicing for your speech that fatigue resistance could be superior in females to males. Would love to see a video exploring that!! Love your content!! Thank you!
My love
I can't even finish the video yet without saying, Natacha, you're freaking awesome. What an amazing human being you are!!! Mario as well. You're younger than me but I look up to you guys. You're the best.
natasha you're in vancouver!! I'm now doing my PhD and have been following you since high school so it was super cool to see you in my city and uni, hope you enjoyed your trip and thank you for what you do