Why Do You Run? Tommy Rivs

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  • Ultramarathon runner Tommy Rivs shares his thoughts on running and why he still runs, despite going through a severe lung cancer.
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  • @CraftSportswear
    @CraftSportswear  ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Why do you run?

    • @bigchungus8108
      @bigchungus8108 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      gives me time to go and make myself better whilst also taking a step back to look over and review what i wanna do in the future

    • @senior_java
      @senior_java ปีที่แล้ว

      Biggest scam. Running is damaging your body because 99% doing it wrong,
      Walking or cycling is much less damaging.

    • @rockybwall5137
      @rockybwall5137 ปีที่แล้ว

      For the same reason Tommy mentioned

    • @aliciamonger2920
      @aliciamonger2920 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Cause it's the only thing I find meditating. To be at one with myself is somehow invigorating and cleansing.

    • @utharkruna1116
      @utharkruna1116 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Id forgotten how to run. I started now in my early fifties. I can run now, like we are meant to. Feel the freedom and air. Life.

  • @maxshuty
    @maxshuty ปีที่แล้ว +69

    Tommy changed my life a few years ago when I started running - I never thought I could be a “runner”, never ran more than a few football fields. With his training, mindset, and help I’ve now ran 10k’s

    • @MACtheVILLAIN
      @MACtheVILLAIN ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Same. Bought a treadmill after putting on 30 pounds after quarantine. Rivs brought me back and beyond.

    • @jimmyo1231
      @jimmyo1231 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MACtheVILLAIN Remember the one run he talked about a history of cancer in his family? Shortly after I googled him and was shocked he had it. I'm glad he is doing well. He is my favorite trainer.

    • @senior_java
      @senior_java ปีที่แล้ว

      Biggest scam. Running is damaging your body because 99% doing it wrong,
      Walking or cycling is much less damaging.

  • @freedomridersprobiking
    @freedomridersprobiking ปีที่แล้ว +52

    Living legend. Humble human

  • @joshuatoledo8844
    @joshuatoledo8844 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Craftsportwear thank you for supporting Tommy.

  • @tombaron5607
    @tombaron5607 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I had testicular cancer back in 2019. 3 rounds of chemo with bleomycin which is well known for being super toxic to the lungs causing fibrosis. I used to not be able to run 100 meters. Now I run 5k 4 times a week. We can overcome

  • @rxonmymind8362
    @rxonmymind8362 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Wow. What an inspiration.
    I lost cartilage in both my knees. While I can't truly run (by most people's definition) I DO shuffle along after five long years of rehab. Five years in and just now, today ,have been able to shuffle on a dirt road. No more tri/biathlon pace like I used to but I refuse to believe one can't come back somewhat and be active even without knee cartilage. Doing treadmills walking and today hit 4.2 mph on my "run" outside for 1/2 mile. I thank God for giving me strength and endurance to persevere. Next up 1 mile. Then 2...🙏

  • @leewinter28
    @leewinter28 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Tommy, you are responsible for so much inspiration. When my legs and lungs are tired and I’m ready to stop at mile 10, 12 or 20, I think of you often and I’m always able to push on. Thank you for all the knowledge and motivation!

  • @ricardopena8600
    @ricardopena8600 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I suffered a stroke at 30 years old earlier this year in April, and it left me with partial vision loss. I thought my whole world was gonna be over with my career gone and stress and anxiety of how I will provide for my family. I feel like now that I’ve gone through counseling and having a ridicolously strong emotional system and the fact that this stroke has put me on a more disciplined and more active lifestyle working out. As wrong as it feels to say that I wonder how I would be if I didn’t get that stroke. I feel more determined now to fight then I ever have before because I don’t know if I’ll suffer another worse one or what. But I’m happy and my family is happy

  • @Sam-yj7wq
    @Sam-yj7wq ปีที่แล้ว +5

    just stumbled upon the video. Doesn't know the guy but share a lot of what he says about running. Long runs are for meeting with the soul, stripping all the lies away, being with the true self and really know how much you can endure. It's also very relaxing and calm. It's really a weird state when you get closer to the half marathon mark. It can be addictive at times. stay strong man.

  • @earthquakemagoon2505
    @earthquakemagoon2505 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you CRAFT for showing this awesome video of our dear friend and brother.. Tommy Rives!! Skal!

  • @bananadude9642
    @bananadude9642 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Tommy…. You’re the greatest!!!

  • @janemf
    @janemf ปีที่แล้ว +8

    “When somebody asks, ‘why do you run?’ It’s usually someone who doesn’t run.” Truer words. Thank you.

  • @patcarroll280
    @patcarroll280 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Tommy, Have followed your story over the last few years and never thought it would be so applicable to my own. Last week i started 12 month of "cemo" treatment for stage 3 Melanoma. My goals for the future have changed. I have focused on my health, being present and continuing to RUN. Keep the faith brother. 🧡🖤🧡

    • @thedolenorway
      @thedolenorway ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Best wishes for your recovery!

  • @josephcarter6100
    @josephcarter6100 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Rivers is the longest intern I’ve ever had (long story). And most importantly, the only one who became my hero… love you my friend

  • @richardgmale2913
    @richardgmale2913 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I ran this with tommy on ifit (all 5 hours in one sitting) and it was life changing experience. #nottoday #youarenevertoolatetobecomethepersonyouwerementtobe!

  • @L337one
    @L337one ปีที่แล้ว +11

    RAGE ON, Tommy ❤

  • @danterrarun
    @danterrarun ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Tommy is a very lovely human being! Thank you for letting us watch you blossom once again! 💚

  • @genevievelaliberte5497
    @genevievelaliberte5497 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My upmost respect. Love and courage your way my friend

  • @Jonnyvonwallstrom
    @Jonnyvonwallstrom ปีที่แล้ว +5

    ❤❤❤❤ Tommy

  • @Cuca138
    @Cuca138 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Tommy is such a cool dude.

  • @vasconunes5757
    @vasconunes5757 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Such an inspiration 😉 big hug from Sintra Lisboa Portugal 👌

    • @TheValonquar
      @TheValonquar ปีที่แล้ว

      Ive visisted Sintra. Truly breathtaking place. Much love.

  • @neelymorrison7544
    @neelymorrison7544 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I run because it makes me feel unstoppable.

  • @MK-un7sq
    @MK-un7sq ปีที่แล้ว +2

    4:53 finish time, with 75% less lung capacity!! Extraordinary feat! 👏👏👏

  • @legendsofmyself
    @legendsofmyself ปีที่แล้ว +3

    2:59... I think every runner understands what he's saying. It's not really a question to be asking. It's just what it is & we're privileged to be able to experience. Amazing story of resilience & great spirit

  • @raya8633
    @raya8633 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Bad ass, my wife is a survivor I learned that we must fight & keep going forward!!!

  • @ene1818
    @ene1818 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    More like Tommy “Revs.” Dude is a machine that just don’t quit. Wishing you the best, Sir!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @derekhoo2499
    @derekhoo2499 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Keep on running sir!!

  • @jordans1712
    @jordans1712 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Being resilient is our greatest attribute. Live like Tommy

  • @Jannerjaunts
    @Jannerjaunts ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good on you sir. Keep on keeping on 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

  • @cbkhello
    @cbkhello ปีที่แล้ว +4

    tommy is my idol. I admire his perspective on life, running with his boston marathon ifit course made me tear up so much because of his impact on the sport and on ordinary people. Thank you so much tommy for being you.

  • @melaniebailey3446
    @melaniebailey3446 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    One of the most incredible human beings on the planet 🌎 So humble, yet so so strong. And Craft’s continued sponsorship of Tommy has exponentially increased my respect for their brand.

  • @mohitbhat22
    @mohitbhat22 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Never ‘felt’ a video more than this one.

  • @mknorthwestoutdoors5300
    @mknorthwestoutdoors5300 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Add me to the list of people who have been personally impacted by the instruction of Tommy Rivs. I've never met the guy, but he's probably the best coach I've ever had after a lifetime of athletics.

  • @Mochicologo65
    @Mochicologo65 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Philosopher/running guru, and wonderful human being . . . no matter how fast or slow

  • @Running111
    @Running111 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a fighter!💪 Such an ispiration..👏

  • @joachimjohansson8774
    @joachimjohansson8774 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Tommy a true legend! Such an inspiration!!!

  • @tessav4487
    @tessav4487 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    this is very motivational to see, I also (due to covid complications) now have to run much differently than I used to. But I CAN still run. And that, that is what I have to remember. Thank you for sharing Tommy! I have been really looking for more stories of people still running even though its no longer about chasing times and PRs.

  • @Kelly_Ben
    @Kelly_Ben 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Tommy Rivs is such a huge inspiration. Like many, I discovered him on IFit, and have learned so much about history, geology, cultures, and physiology from him while banging out the miles. He's a student of life, and a teacher to so many. Wishing him many more years of running and a long, happy, healthier life!

  • @marthabarry4296
    @marthabarry4296 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I get asked why do I run often followed by you are thin, you don't need to. I think it's sad that some people think running or exercise of any type is only to lose weight. I just love it, I feel better, mentally, physically and emotionally...I do it for me alone. Sometimes I run alone, or with my dog or a running group but it's always just me running.
    It's really amazing that power of running that you are still drawn to it even with everything that you are going through. Truly inspiring

  • @cbrashsorensen
    @cbrashsorensen 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    An inspiration for every single person who faces physical challenges - HUGE to SMALL. I hurt my neck and began "recovery" with Tommy on iFit. His "sharing" of his personal recovery and even addictions is inspiring and keeps me coming back and improving every single day. THIS is the kind of video that I would wish adolescents - male and female - could watch. Pass it on.

  • @rvshankar
    @rvshankar ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loads of love and respect ❤❤..you are so awesomely inspiring!!! Respect, respect, respect!!!

  • @pete801
    @pete801 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Imcredible human being. The grit and rhe determination he showed to be an elite runner is still there. in a heart breaking context

  • @javiwalk
    @javiwalk ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow is really awesome 👍 God bless you man

  • @keegangold9765
    @keegangold9765 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love Rivs! I ran this marathon with him on iFit. The support throughout the race had me bawling. Now, I'm reading his wife's book. It just adds even more awe to everything he (and she) have accomplished. What beautiful people.

  • @BurtmannNautique
    @BurtmannNautique ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thanks Craft and thanks Tommy. You are a true inspiration and a great human.

  • @MSPAMELA1976
    @MSPAMELA1976 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Tommy you are an inspiration to us all

  • @lucaallison1487
    @lucaallison1487 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    First time coming across Tommy. As a passionate runner myself this video has brought a tear to my eye! What a truly inspiring human being

  • @Lukas-bg4yn
    @Lukas-bg4yn ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This video made me go out and run 25km - about as much as I could handle. I haven't been running much due to chronic health issues killing my mood but this video hit the right nerve.

  • @jenncreamer5605
    @jenncreamer5605 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’m so thankful for Tommy and his training.

  • @vbaez2710
    @vbaez2710 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You are my inspiration to keep moving. Thank you for making my life better and teaching me that I can do it. Having Multiple Sclerosis has slowed me down but your training has taught me that I can continue moving, 💕.

  • @louisb72
    @louisb72 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good LIFE!!!!

  • @chadbrown5929
    @chadbrown5929 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is just beautiful as a runner I feel all of this from tommy ❤️

  • @JamesArthurKayak
    @JamesArthurKayak ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Craft is doing good work. Excited to try a pair. Arlen being sponsored makes me wanna give them a shot

  • @BamsBangers
    @BamsBangers ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Gosh so powerful!!! Rage On Tommy!!!
    Suffering my own health issues right now, about a year after joining IFIT and running with Tommy, I developed AFIB and now I am getting better even thou I still have AFIB - I am not running as now my own toes are suffering with pain due to arthritis and also swelling in my feet from the heart condition. I am not giving up, I now swim everyday for 2hrs. I just had to adapt to my body and keep pushing forward in a different direction of fitness and overall life style. Hopefully after maybe a successful heart cardioversion or possible another ablation I'll be on the running track again.
    So right now I am more horizontal in the pool Tommy hahaha hope to be one day more vertical but I am still here fighting on!

  • @garyarbuthnot8142
    @garyarbuthnot8142 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Truly inspiring

  • @TheRealJavahead
    @TheRealJavahead 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Tommy, knew of you, didn’t know about you. Man, you’re my new hero.

  • @iampaul8159
    @iampaul8159 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    GOAT eres lo mejor en todos los aspectos. Que buena energía tienes

  • @susannesteinhusen7876
    @susannesteinhusen7876 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The way you show up in the world gives me so much hope und trust.

  • @Blacknight200
    @Blacknight200 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    As a hybrid athlete I have to say ive been running for years (15-16 yrs) and im just not made for it but still do the best i can. However im always curious to find out other people’s reasons as im still searching for mine after all these years.

  • @cape1981
    @cape1981 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tommy is love. TEAMRIVS. Eyes up. Stout heart. Lets Rage.

  • @michaelbell8741
    @michaelbell8741 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Teared up a bit on this one. Love seeing your journey of your new potential and keep inspiring everyone out here

  • @hagosmesgoun7195
    @hagosmesgoun7195 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was in the most beautiful ways why we like to run 🖤🏁😎

  • @zeroh_chill2966
    @zeroh_chill2966 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    ABSOLUTE LEGEND!!

  • @dg2274
    @dg2274 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love this guy. From listening to Rivs on the Rich Roll podcast, Rivs has become an inspiration for me. Sadly my mental health has absolutely done me in these last few months and I stopped running but Rivs will be the inspiration I need when it’s time to go again. Thanks, Tommy.

  • @Ryanphotos1
    @Ryanphotos1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a beautiful human being! 🙏💪

  • @paulpurves484
    @paulpurves484 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    What an inspirational man.

  • @michaelmackenzie2569
    @michaelmackenzie2569 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Long may you run Tommy. ❤

  • @adamschmehl
    @adamschmehl ปีที่แล้ว +4

    😭❤️👏👏👏

  • @86keen
    @86keen 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Found out about Tommy on my ifit program. What an amazing human being

  • @joshuatoledo8844
    @joshuatoledo8844 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Respect!

  • @geromemanicia3809
    @geromemanicia3809 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I wanna fly cuz im a frikking bird baby

  • @briandub2
    @briandub2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

  • @dealingMasculanity
    @dealingMasculanity 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Since last November I got a job and I put on nearly 10 kgs of weight in span of 5 month and I was going out of breath by just walking around so last month I left my job as I was having my exams and decided to run now its been 28 days I have lost 4 kgs and can straight run upto 3 kms and I also aim everyday to complete 7 kms in morning with intervals like walking between runs. My resting heart rate has also dropped from 75 to 60 bpm

  • @abrightp
    @abrightp ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I run because I run.

  • @Pontuspalsson
    @Pontuspalsson ปีที่แล้ว +1

    🖤🖤🖤

  • @dostuffiguess
    @dostuffiguess ปีที่แล้ว +1

    🖤

  • @BenWinney
    @BenWinney ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Badass thumbnail

  • @haikeaintiaani9183
    @haikeaintiaani9183 ปีที่แล้ว

    When i stpped running i ihad most mental broblems and stuff then i started again feeling much mu h better i had 11 years break

  • @tybo09
    @tybo09 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    More badass, less candy ass.
    Love this dude so much.

  • @keneticchannel
    @keneticchannel ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Despite his time, I'm convinced that he won the Boston Marathon.

  • @donleonhart274
    @donleonhart274 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For the life of me--- can NOT find the words!!!!

  • @user-mo7fj9md9j
    @user-mo7fj9md9j ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How old is he?

  • @richardmiddleton7770
    @richardmiddleton7770 ปีที่แล้ว

    I run because I'm rubbish at it and I hate it! I mean who would want to run if they didn't have to?! It's a head game. It's you against you!

    • @Kelly_Ben
      @Kelly_Ben 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Many people actually ENJOY it! Maybe switch it up? If you're doing short and fast, try long and slower. If you're on roads, try trails. You just might not be doing the type of running that you're best at and will enjoy the most. Best wishes!

  • @bc3f4a
    @bc3f4a ปีที่แล้ว

    "Why are you running?"

  • @torinoherrera
    @torinoherrera หลายเดือนก่อน

    Run but don't get dead.

  • @montesa9136
    @montesa9136 ปีที่แล้ว

    Distance running has to be the single worst thing you can do to your body!
    Our bodies are not meant to withstand that constant pounding!
    You would healthier smoking or drinking than distance running!
    Exercise is crucial for good health but "MODERATION" is the key

    • @Kelly_Ben
      @Kelly_Ben 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Studies/ sources?

  • @7bimbim
    @7bimbim ปีที่แล้ว

    Why are you running?

  • @nathaliarodriguez7096
    @nathaliarodriguez7096 ปีที่แล้ว +2

  • @npyle4
    @npyle4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

  • @linahome1417
    @linahome1417 ปีที่แล้ว

  • @blkaraoke
    @blkaraoke ปีที่แล้ว