Track just isn’t the same as cross country, it’s not as motivating. I’ve been slacking, not running on the weekends. This video is just what I needed! Live happy be healthy 💪
I lost 120 lbs with diet and exercise, but only a few months ago did I start running (treadmill mostly) as part of my workout routine. Watching your videos inspires me to run more, so thanks for that. :)
Sean M Wow! Congratulations on the weight loss! You’re clearly a dedicated and committed person, which is just the type of person who will excel at their running! 👊🏼
I can’t remember the last time I’ve commented on a TH-cam video. This video was truly amazing. You’re such a motivator! Keep doing what you’re doing!!!
Dude, every time I don’t feel like running (which isn’t too often), I just watch your videos and remember why I love it. And the reason I love it is... i don’t know. I haven’t figured it out yet, but I just love running so much. One day I may figure it out but even if I don’t I still will love it nonetheless. This video is definitely a great confidence booster in running often for me.
Thomas Treks I’m the same way; I find it difficult to put my love of running into words. Whenever i try, it doesn’t seem to do it justice! Keep up the grind!
Everyday, I pass my school record board and I think to myself that it can’t be done. After watching this video, I’m finally asking myself why can’t it be done? Thanks for putting some fire back in the oven Zach! 9:36 doesn’t stand a chance.
I loved your inspirational message at the end, I couldn’t agree with you more. It’s been exciting for me to watch you grow on TH-cam and to watch you improve with your running. I can’t for you to continue to progress with both. As always, keep up the great work 🙌🏼
I started running competitively ever since I got into university. Before this, I was just running casually to keep fit. I run 5k for my school now, and I'm not the fastest guy in the field or on the team. Recently after my race, I've been in a slump. But it's videos like these that really make me remember why I wanted to try in the first place.
Your such a huge inspiration to me. I run cross country and track and their is some days where I feel super unmotivated. But when I get like this I watch one of your videos and they always seem to push me to keep going. 😄❤️
Once you started talking about how you ran with your teammates and jammed to music in the car, i got super motivated because that’s one of the things I love about the sport - being around people who lift you up. I know that high school doesn’t last forever and I don’t have to take it so seriously, just have fun with it and make memories. Great video Zach!
I was thinking the same thing on my run today, but the way you put it just slapped a smile right on my face. Watching your vids and running are probably the highlights of my day, and for that I want to say keep up the incredible work and I can't wait to see your channel grow!
@Brandon Martin My track prs are currently 4 55 for the mile, 10 41 for the 2 mile and 2 10 for 800m relay split qs a sophomore from indoor season, wbu?
@Brandon Martin Thats awesome! Mine are under nc milesplit if you use my name, my xc prs are ehhhh but i just started taking it seriously as a whole from indoor and my times have improved dramatically
@Brandon Martin Oh ok, thats still great, i believe my 5k will get a lot faster next year and my prs will improve with outdoor season, do you use instagram?
Zach I don’t know if you’ll ever see this but this video really inspired me. I watched it yesterday and this morning my alarm went off to run. I almost went back to bed but then I thought of you and this video and I got myself out the door. Had an amazing 7-miler on a beautiful Texas morning. Thanks a lot man, and I hope you continue what your doing: making us smile and inspiring runners.
Loved watching this. Starting out as a freshmen in high school I ran cross country this year and it has taken me some time to understand why it’s important to run and what it really means. You have really inspired me. Thank you
Been injured since December of 2017 and I almost gave up on the sport. I’ve been fighting through patiently day bay day in rehab and I’m slowly but surely getting back to my roots. Videos like these always remind me how much I love and miss the sport 🙌🏻 I’m coming back stronger and hungrier than ever. Hope to compete against you soon, keep up the work ✊🏻
i knew this was about to be the most inspiring video i've ever watched as soon as i pressed play... i've had a very similar running journey and much like yourself i wasn't really sure "why" i did it. You've helped me understand why i find so much happiness in running and i now have the confidence to pursue it knowing that it will always be there to help me get through anything in life.
@Caleb Lykins,I try eating healthy and running consistantly everyday,and I always give it 100%,Breaking a 5 minute mile is really all mental and aerobic
Zach you’re an inspiration! I have fond memories of running in middle and high school as well ones that I’ve made over the past year running for fun. I love the personal journey that running takes you on where your mind is definitely over matter and you can prove to yourself that you’re stronger than you think you are. Keep doing great things fellow Virginian running friend👍🏻😄
Just watched this video, I relate so much as a high school runner to your background as far as starting to love the sport more this year (I'll be a junior) and knowing that these are the days I will look back on so fondly. Also thank you for showing me what college is like so it makes my decision a little easier, if I even am good enough to run there.
You are such a great inspiration! I've never been physically active until 4years ago when I decided it was time for a change and started running. Fast forward to 2019, I run 4 times a week enjoing myself and spending time with me which helps also with the everyday problems. I've run two full marathons and right now Im training for a sub90mins half marathon at the end of this month! Im not that fast but I enjoy what I do, expecially because its an hobby and not my job 😜 so crazy to think that in the US you get paid to run in college.. So different here in Italia 😮 Keep going bud, love your content!
I use to love running! I loved the feeling of exhaustion, The feeling of competing against other runners, being sore and tired knowing it was from bettering yourself. I ran all through middle school and high school in cross country and track and one year in college I miss it so much... I'm trying to get back into it.... I think what I loved most was the competition. Now I run alone, I need some motivation. Love your videos btw Wish I vlogged my running experience back then, Hope your having a great day.
You’re always such an inspiration to me and have really helped me realize what i need to do to get better at the sport while enjoying it. Thanks for the amazing content and keep up that work brother!
Hey Zach, you should try out orienteering! It’s a good way to make running less boring, as you decide where to run, not being forced to run around an AstroTurf circuit. You can really connect with nature, search it up!
I'm in 7th grade now and had to choose between football/basketball or cross crountry/track for high school. But now with these videos I choose cross country/track
I finished indoor and made it to States, I got a PR and that is all that matters. I am planning to do outdoor, but I feel like I don’t have the passion for track. I want to like it, but I get extremely nervous even if I talk about it or watch videos. I am good and can be so much better if I put in more work. When I was younger I was always running in recess playing tag because I loved to run. I am a freshman and I know if I run in between seasons that could help me, but I just don’t want to. I need to find motivation and passion. Since I am a freshman, it would be a great year to work hard.
It’s hard just waking up especially on day off from work and just going out the door in shit weather to run 🏃♂️ mental strength is better than physical strength 💪🏻🧠
Any tips to cut down your mile from 5:30 to close to sub 5? I’m a freshman in High School and trying to be consistent and just starting badger miles and working on my running economy.
Thomas Cler my 800M PR is a 2:22 and my mile is a 5:34 my 5K is actually only a 21 because I had a calf injury that was affecting me I’m hoping to break 20 in the 5K and run in the 5:20s and 2:17s this year
Can’t relate , signed up for cross country because my mom wanted athletic children and never got one. So I signed up and now I am 3 races away from my last race. She’s never been happier but also we made a deal that because I’m not very good and I run modified and my best time so far was 16:46 if I get 16:30 then I can get AirPods so whoops but the races are highly enjoyable.
Thanks for the video man. You've motivated me to go out and start running again. Going to go pick up a pair of running shoes soon! Btw, what are you studying in school?
Is it good that I run a 5:40 mile in 7th grade? What should I aim for at the end of spring track? Zack it would mean the world if you responded because you are a giant inspiration to me.
Aiden Meza yes a 5:40 in 7 grade is good, mine in 7 was around a 5:30, don’t remember the actual time sorry, but anyway I’m now running 15:52 in the 5k and state champion (10 grade) so I’d say your on a really good path
Wow, running in college sounds awesome. We don't have that in my college. You can at most get a scholarship if you're like the top 10 in your sport in the country and running in international competitions, which I am not :(
I wish I could run everyday because I know it will help me so much to improve my running even more to reach my goals but having a job and aswell school makes it sometimes difficult because of school early and later on work and when I get out I’m just exhausted 😩 but I always run when I can which is 5 days a week
You’re such a naturally good speaker! Huge inspiration of mine and many others! Keep grinding brother! 👊
Underrated channel
Track just isn’t the same as cross country, it’s not as motivating. I’ve been slacking, not running on the weekends. This video is just what I needed!
Live happy be healthy 💪
That's what I love to hear! I feel that though, XC is where it's at!
Zach Levet Is XC the move?
Zach Levet XC for life
Xc is more fun, but if you’d like to be more famous or a professional runner tracks the way to go I think
I lost 120 lbs with diet and exercise, but only a few months ago did I start running (treadmill mostly) as part of my workout routine. Watching your videos inspires me to run more, so thanks for that. :)
Sean M Wow! Congratulations on the weight loss! You’re clearly a dedicated and committed person, which is just the type of person who will excel at their running! 👊🏼
@@its_Matt_B_ Thanks Matt! I am making progress and getting my form more settled.
Most underated channel on youtube,I hope your channel will one day get the publicity it deserves
I can’t remember the last time I’ve commented on a TH-cam video. This video was truly amazing. You’re such a motivator! Keep doing what you’re doing!!!
This means so much :) thank you for making my day!
@@ZachLevet
You are my inspiration keep grinding
Dude, every time I don’t feel like running (which isn’t too often), I just watch your videos and remember why I love it. And the reason I love it is... i don’t know. I haven’t figured it out yet, but I just love running so much. One day I may figure it out but even if I don’t I still will love it nonetheless. This video is definitely a great confidence booster in running often for me.
Thomas Treks I’m the same way; I find it difficult to put my love of running into words. Whenever i try, it doesn’t seem to do it justice! Keep up the grind!
Everyday, I pass my school record board and I think to myself that it can’t be done. After watching this video, I’m finally asking myself why can’t it be done? Thanks for putting some fire back in the oven Zach! 9:36 doesn’t stand a chance.
My school record is 9:16
For 3200?
@@Smiles_McGeee yea
@@Smiles_McGeee Yes
4:22 doesn’t stand a chance either. you got this
My track season is just starting
I loved your inspirational message at the end, I couldn’t agree with you more.
It’s been exciting for me to watch you grow on TH-cam and to watch you improve with your running. I can’t for you to continue to progress with both. As always, keep up the great work 🙌🏼
I started running competitively ever since I got into university. Before this, I was just running casually to keep fit. I run 5k for my school now, and I'm not the fastest guy in the field or on the team. Recently after my race, I've been in a slump. But it's videos like these that really make me remember why I wanted to try in the first place.
Omg...you...are...the best...cross country runner i've ever SEEN😁😀😀, I wish I had your speed zach ^_^
Your such a huge inspiration to me. I run cross country and track and their is some days where I feel super unmotivated. But when I get like this I watch one of your videos and they always seem to push me to keep going. 😄❤️
It's so great that you're opening up to your fans and getting more comfortable with sharing personal things!
Love ur vid it inspires me so much! It’s my dream to be a d1 runner just like u!
Thank you!!
Damn, I didn't know Kenenisa Bekele wanted to go to college.
Once you started talking about how you ran with your teammates and jammed to music in the car, i got super motivated because that’s one of the things I love about the sport - being around people who lift you up. I know that high school doesn’t last forever and I don’t have to take it so seriously, just have fun with it and make memories. Great video Zach!
I was thinking the same thing on my run today, but the way you put it just slapped a smile right on my face. Watching your vids and running are probably the highlights of my day, and for that I want to say keep up the incredible work and I can't wait to see your channel grow!
Watching this before my race tomorrow 🙈 gonna try to bring a medal home! Thank you for this 🙏🏻
that's some crispy content Zach.
Love it! Ive started to run daily and am currently on day 68
@Brandon Martin Thank you!
@Brandon Martin My track prs are currently 4 55 for the mile, 10 41 for the 2 mile and 2 10 for 800m relay split qs a sophomore from indoor season, wbu?
@Brandon Martin Thats awesome! Mine are under nc milesplit if you use my name, my xc prs are ehhhh but i just started taking it seriously as a whole from indoor and my times have improved dramatically
@Brandon Martin Oh ok, thats still great, i believe my 5k will get a lot faster next year and my prs will improve with outdoor season, do you use instagram?
@Brandon Martin Aight cool, mines just gabe.blackwelder
Zach I don’t know if you’ll ever see this but this video really inspired me. I watched it yesterday and this morning my alarm went off to run. I almost went back to bed but then I thought of you and this video and I got myself out the door. Had an amazing 7-miler on a beautiful Texas morning. Thanks a lot man, and I hope you continue what your doing: making us smile and inspiring runners.
Loved watching this. Starting out as a freshmen in high school I ran cross country this year and it has taken me some time to understand why it’s important to run and what it really means. You have really inspired me. Thank you
You are SUCH an inspiration and inspire me to want to run more!!! You’re definetly my favorite running and you’re going to go far in life 💕💕
Been injured since December of 2017 and I almost gave up on the sport. I’ve been fighting through patiently day bay day in rehab and I’m slowly but surely getting back to my roots. Videos like these always remind me how much I love and miss the sport 🙌🏻 I’m coming back stronger and hungrier than ever. Hope to compete against you soon, keep up the work ✊🏻
It means a lot to hear this!! Wishing you the best of luck on your recovery process 💪🏻
Great video, Zach! The “why” is a huge slice of the cake that is our running! Thanks for sharing yours! 👊🏼
i knew this was about to be the most inspiring video i've ever watched as soon as i pressed play... i've had a very similar running journey and much like yourself i wasn't really sure "why" i did it. You've helped me understand why i find so much happiness in running and i now have the confidence to pursue it knowing that it will always be there to help me get through anything in life.
also, i follow you on strava and always see the hard work that you put in. keep it up Zach - BIG kudos to you!
Running is basically my life and I love to see someone be as passionate as I am. Amazing and wonderful video!
Early gang🙌🏼 been waiting all week for a new one
Your videos helped me find insparatin,and now im a freshman in highschool who runs a 4:52 mile
@Caleb Lykins,I try eating healthy and running consistantly everyday,and I always give it 100%,Breaking a 5 minute mile is really all mental and aerobic
Zach you’re an inspiration! I have fond memories of running in middle and high school as well ones that I’ve made over the past year running for fun. I love the personal journey that running takes you on where your mind is definitely over matter and you can prove to yourself that you’re stronger than you think you are. Keep doing great things fellow Virginian running friend👍🏻😄
legit this is freaking amazing! never seen anything this dope
Huge love for this. I'm injured but pushing for a sub 80 half. That's my dream. Hope you achieve yours bro.
Just watched this video, I relate so much as a high school runner to your background as far as starting to love the sport more this year (I'll be a junior) and knowing that these are the days I will look back on so fondly. Also thank you for showing me what college is like so it makes my decision a little easier, if I even am good enough to run there.
outdoor track started up here in alaska yesterday. looking forward to my track as well as seeing how yours goes. LOVE THE VIDEOS !!!!!!
Zach I decided to run for my high school cross country and track teams this year and you just reinforced that decision. I think I love you
I needed this inspiration. After a few frustrating track meets to start the year I needed something to keep me going. thanks
You are such a great inspiration! I've never been physically active until 4years ago when I decided it was time for a change and started running.
Fast forward to 2019, I run 4 times a week enjoing myself and spending time with me which helps also with the everyday problems.
I've run two full marathons and right now Im training for a sub90mins half marathon at the end of this month! Im not that fast but I enjoy what I do, expecially because its an hobby and not my job 😜 so crazy to think that in the US you get paid to run in college.. So different here in Italia 😮
Keep going bud, love your content!
your channel is going to blow up one day ! please keep this up !!!!!
I use to love running!
I loved the feeling of exhaustion,
The feeling of competing against other runners, being sore and tired knowing it was from bettering yourself.
I ran all through middle school and high school in cross country and track and one year in college
I miss it so much...
I'm trying to get back into it....
I think what I loved most was the competition.
Now I run alone,
I need some motivation.
Love your videos btw
Wish I vlogged my running experience back then,
Hope your having a great day.
I absolutely love you and all your content. You’re literally changing my life by giving such amazing advice
You’re always such an inspiration to me and have really helped me realize what i need to do to get better at the sport while enjoying it. Thanks for the amazing content and keep up that work brother!
Hey Zach, you should try out orienteering! It’s a good way to make running less boring, as you decide where to run, not being forced to run around an AstroTurf circuit. You can really connect with nature, search it up!
Just the motivation I needed to start off my outdoor track season tmrw thx
Having a hard time in my life rn. And this video just made my day a lot better. Thanks for your wonderful content.
What an inspirational video 😭😭love it
Yessss!!!! Good video!!! This was so thoughtful too!!!!
I'm in 7th grade now and had to choose between football/basketball or cross crountry/track for high school. But now with these videos I choose cross country/track
That's the most inspirational thing any of us have heard all day.
You inspire me so much. This video is such an eye opener. Best role model out there. Keep up the great work!!
Sunce Ive watched your videos my times have improved so much. Thanks Zack from all of us runners in the U.K
watching this in class straight after a science test... aMaZiNg ViD bRo!
I totally connect- I’m a runner too. You inspire me
love this type of video! keep it up man. your a big inspiration to me in running and youtube. thanks
This is awesome. I love running! My cousin passed away this summer from a muscular disease and I run for him.
Love u zach ur incredible keep grinding!!
I finished indoor and made it to States, I got a PR and that is all that matters. I am planning to do outdoor, but I feel like I don’t have the passion for track. I want to like it, but I get extremely nervous even if I talk about it or watch videos. I am good and can be so much better if I put in more work. When I was younger I was always running in recess playing tag because I loved to run. I am a freshman and I know if I run in between seasons that could help me, but I just don’t want to. I need to find motivation and passion. Since I am a freshman, it would be a great year to work hard.
I saw you this morning with michael on the bridge near lowe’s 💪🏼💪🏼
Yes bro! We were grinding!!
Great vid super inspirational, you are a great runner and great speaker. You inspire me to run in college one day! Keep up the good work!
I’m a new sub and state runner, great vid
I love watching videos like this! You inspire me to make more videos about running!!
One of your best vids Zach👏
Love the scrapbook, my mom made ones just like that for me and my brothers haha
I love TH-camrs like you!
I do to
You are such an inspiration to me!
I can't wait to start running.
I wonder the race numbers you got hanging around behind you at 8:40 do you write your preformance and position where you finished on them?
Inspiring 😩
Can't wait for the outdoor season after watching this video!
It’s hard just waking up especially on day off from work and just going out the door in shit weather to run 🏃♂️ mental strength is better than physical strength 💪🏻🧠
Awesome mate! Thanks for inspiring me to make more RUNNING VIDEOS !! 🤙🔥🏃♂️
That's incredible to hear! Just checked out your videos and I'm a huge fan, keep it up!!
Zach Levet wow thanks man !!
Any tips to cut down your mile from 5:30 to close to sub 5? I’m a freshman in High School and trying to be consistent and just starting badger miles and working on my running economy.
Elevate ZAV I’m on the same boat. I think that staying consistent and pushing yourself will really help get down to low/sub 5.
Thomas Cler my 800M PR is a 2:22 and my mile is a 5:34 my 5K is actually only a 21 because I had a calf injury that was affecting me I’m hoping to break 20 in the 5K and run in the 5:20s and 2:17s this year
Elevate ZAV My 800 is 2:18, my mile is 5:21, and my three mile is 17:42. I like xc better than track so I really try more during cross country season.
Thomas Cler my 800m is a 2:06
My mile is 4:52 and my 5k is 17:57 so I do enjoy track more (I’m a freshman still so idk)
Luke Llewellyn Those track times are super good. I’m a freshman too but it’s obvious that we focus on different distances by the times 😂
Can’t relate , signed up for cross country because my mom wanted athletic children and never got one. So I signed up and now I am 3 races away from my last race. She’s never been happier but also we made a deal that because I’m not very good and I run modified and my best time so far was 16:46 if I get 16:30 then I can get AirPods so whoops but the races are highly enjoyable.
NO NOT THE APPLE ALARM I HAVE NIGHTMARES EVERY NIGHT
I can’t find the motivation to run everyday...it’s killing me🥺🥺
This sport is like a job that pays by the hour. However much work you put in is how much you get out of it.
One of my favorite thus far :)
Wow I really like the way you made this video 🔥👍
I love this guy!
Your so inspirational thanks for doing what you do
Make a video of how you balance studying and running
Nice I love runing and love your video
Thanks for the video man. You've motivated me to go out and start running again. Going to go pick up a pair of running shoes soon! Btw, what are you studying in school?
Ur best vid to date imo
how inspiring...I just cried
Hello. Nice video. Thanks for sharing this fantastic experience.
Is it good that I run a 5:40 mile in 7th grade? What should I aim for at the end of spring track? Zack it would mean the world if you responded because you are a giant inspiration to me.
Aiden Meza yes a 5:40 in 7 grade is good, mine in 7 was around a 5:30, don’t remember the actual time sorry, but anyway I’m now running 15:52 in the 5k and state champion (10 grade) so I’d say your on a really good path
Thanks for the encouragement
Congrats
wow watching this really sets out the difference in why kids in kenya run compared to first world countries
Wow, running in college sounds awesome. We don't have that in my college. You can at most get a scholarship if you're like the top 10 in your sport in the country and running in international competitions, which I am not :(
so inspirational, great video!
That alarm at the beginning gave me anxiety. Lol
What music do you listen to while you run or before a race?
gave me chills cuz i can relate 100% zach :') love ur channel
Thank you
Hi, do you get more injuries more running everyday? I want to get started with this as well
bro i spent last summer exactly like yours... it was awesome
Now this is motivation!
I play basketball but this is still motivational for me
You seem like a soft taco
What does that even mean?? hahahha
Zach Levet who doesn’t love a soft taco? No one, that’s who!
I wish I could run everyday because I know it will help me so much to improve my running even more to reach my goals but having a job and aswell school makes it sometimes difficult because of school early and later on work and when I get out I’m just exhausted 😩 but I always run when I can which is 5 days a week