Walmsley Part 3 Presented by Wahoo + HOKA

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  • čas přidán 9. 01. 2023
  • The journey is the destination...
    With this mindset, Jim makes sense of the disappointment of not reaching his goal. Dive into the mind of ultra runner Jim Walmsley as he pursues greatness in the journey of ultra running. If we do not go on the journey what have we really learned, how much have we grown, and is the result as sweet without some setbacks along the way?
    Over the last 15 years, UTMB has been the pinnacle race where the best athletes from around the world show up to test themselves against not only each other but the demands of the course. Jim Walmsley has uprooted his life in the United States to move himself and his wife to France in pursuit of being the first American male to win this legendary race.
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    Historical footage - UTMB World Series
    2022 Race Footage - Peignée Verticale
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Komentáře • 148

  • @dbk81
    @dbk81 Před rokem +268

    “I’m not sure I’m going to be able to hold them off” 😢 I wanted to give Jim a big hug in that moment. Thanks for sharing this inside view of your life and race. Very excited that you’ve remained in France to continue to push towards winning UTMB. 🥇

    • @popopopo4981
      @popopopo4981 Před rokem +1

      15:57

    • @reimon9781
      @reimon9781 Před rokem +2

      Gut wrenching moment for sure.

    • @Ipzan
      @Ipzan Před rokem +1

      I just watched the 3 episodes. I almost cried at work when he said that 😆

    • @brittanykopke6133
      @brittanykopke6133 Před rokem +12

      Definitely had me in tears. Jess did an amazing job showing him he is loved and worthy no matter the race outcome.

    • @mitchellmclaughlin6360
      @mitchellmclaughlin6360 Před rokem +8

      Moments like that are what make our sport so special I think. And I think Jim, being a part-time animal and also occasionally being publicly vulnerable is definitely why he has so many diehard fans-myself among them.
      Jim ftw in 2023!

  • @dbk81
    @dbk81 Před rokem +30

    “I have one speed and it’s forward” love that mantra in a tough moment. 16:54

  • @fabianthinks
    @fabianthinks Před rokem +105

    Coming from Billy's A Love Story to this has me all sorts of emotional. Jim and Jess are a great team.

  • @TimeGoesBack
    @TimeGoesBack Před rokem +57

    This is why Jim Walmsley is my favourite athlete of all time. Talent and wins aside, the honesty, the passion for the sport and the positivity he’s able to pluck from each run is truly inspiring. Thanks Jim.

    • @peterm5877
      @peterm5877 Před rokem

      My word. He is a great role model. And he will be back, cross the line first and know its because of everything thats gone before.

  • @aublumberg
    @aublumberg Před rokem +7

    He can achieve anything with Jess in his corner. What a rock of support, gratitude and positivity.

  • @atleastIdietrying
    @atleastIdietrying Před rokem +45

    Francois’ quiver is the best thing about this. Love their friendship

  • @climbslc2281
    @climbslc2281 Před rokem +23

    What a couple! Who cares who wins. "Just do your best. It's fine." Great to see them work together!

  • @benjaminmuradyan3185
    @benjaminmuradyan3185 Před rokem +11

    Jim, thanks for the vulnerability and for being human! Props! Wow that was inspiring.

  • @jtorres3779
    @jtorres3779 Před rokem +16

    This video made me cry no lie.... We love you Jim for all your hard work

  • @jamezday
    @jamezday Před rokem +9

    I'm glad Jim finished UTMB even if it wasn't the result he wanted he still finished and got it done 👍

  • @matteomazzoleni540
    @matteomazzoleni540 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Even more valuable in retrospect 🤩

  • @xXPejatTheCwalkXx
    @xXPejatTheCwalkXx Před rokem +21

    Amazing Jim, the way you pushed through was way more inspiring than setting a new course record. You are a lovely couple!

  • @Chris.E.
    @Chris.E. Před rokem +1

    The power of turning perceived failure into building blocks to success is a marked attribute of the successful among us.

  • @stevehorning3238
    @stevehorning3238 Před rokem +2

    The love between you, therein lies the victory!

  • @markphilpottultra
    @markphilpottultra Před rokem +13

    Ultra Running shows every side of humanity. Mind over matter, and what one is truly capable of doing. It is a rare insight to how being in nature day into night, transcends the physical mental and spiritual presence of a human soul. An awesome series, featuring an awesome athlete and his incredible partner.

  • @kryst5062
    @kryst5062 Před rokem +5

    God, they love and complement each other so much. I wish I had a partner like her.

  • @TheNWaite
    @TheNWaite Před rokem +1

    Never EVER underestimate the restorative powers of a simple and meaningful hug. Well done for finishing. Plenty didn't.

  • @laurenceakiyoshi6778
    @laurenceakiyoshi6778 Před rokem +1

    The real greatness is the relationship between Jim and Jess. Both of you have won that greatest prize. Learn the mountains, keep running, and even greater things will happen.

  • @zammie01
    @zammie01 Před rokem +1

    That last 10s of revelation is all that will really matter 10 years or 30 years from now. Go Jim!

  • @kokopelli2764
    @kokopelli2764 Před rokem +1

    Per me il primo disco in assoluto fu quello che avete nominato con Tekken 2, Abe’s Odissey, Wipeout, Tomb Raider..immaginate che shock da bambino di 8 anni che fino ad allora aveva giochicchiato con Amiga, superfrog, sensible soccer ….Papà guarda, ora i giochi non sono più piatti ma sono diventati veri! (In 3D) 😅

  • @SusanMBux
    @SusanMBux Před rokem +3

    So proud of Jim at UTMB 2022. Absolutely loved watching him on the big screen... my heart was with him!!!

  • @plain-bagel
    @plain-bagel Před rokem +1

    “In the last 6 hours of the race I did a year’s worth of thinking.” The depths of the pain cave is an incredible place.

  • @heatherg.4223
    @heatherg.4223 Před rokem +3

    May lessons learned from 2022 lead to a stronger 2023! And this video clearly shows that Jim's greatest blessing is his wife.

  • @brendanarmesy9865
    @brendanarmesy9865 Před rokem +3

    Dang that last part was powerful. Sitting here tearing up at work. What an inspiration!

  • @terrikrische3065
    @terrikrische3065 Před rokem +4

    True grit and a such beautiful moments between You and Jessica😊

  • @gregandsusanhouston497
    @gregandsusanhouston497 Před rokem +1

    Best wishes on 2023 UTMB! Living there is a great idea. Just returned to US from living 20 years in Europe. We loved our life there. The film brings back so many european memories!

  • @aodanoleary5504
    @aodanoleary5504 Před rokem +3

    Brilliant Film, Jim's reach goes way beyond Ultra Running. Best of luck to you and your loved ones for 2023.

  • @stephenscullion262
    @stephenscullion262 Před rokem +2

    It’s ok, just do your best. “What a hero”

  • @NomadTerraCrawlers
    @NomadTerraCrawlers Před rokem +4

    What a beautiful couple! Rock on Jim! Keep inspiring. What a trooper!

  • @hibiru6868
    @hibiru6868 Před rokem +3

    When he said "a laugh came out, I guess this is where I'm at" I got super emotional. I only run for pleasure but I've been in that exact same head space where I hurt so bad that I could only laugh to myself with miles and miles left to go. That's a weird place to be mentally and his statement brought me right back there. Just keep moving is all you can do, just don't stop - that's what I would tell myself. I can't imagine what the thoughts are when you go through that as a world class athlete in the biggest race of the year.

  • @ixodesricinus3001
    @ixodesricinus3001 Před rokem +1

    5 seconds into the video i was like "wait is that francois' quiver?" and it actually is :)

  • @Kim-spiration-UltraRunner

    Bravo Jim! Your grit is beautiful. Jim-spiring! And what a great woman by your side, she deserves a medal.

  • @JaySizz
    @JaySizz Před rokem +5

    His accent is developing

  • @foreveryoung1678
    @foreveryoung1678 Před 9 měsíci

    Congratulations to Jim for finally cracking the code and winning UTMB this year! Can't wait for part 4 of this fantastic story.

  • @perlashipp4251
    @perlashipp4251 Před rokem +4

    Wow, all the feelings got me by surprise. Great team!

  • @JavierISampedroTNF
    @JavierISampedroTNF Před rokem +3

    Not what he expected to be but no matter what getting him all the way to the finishing line. True grit and determination. Another exciting race ahead for this 2023 and looking forward to see what Jim is capable after being more adapted to the European mountains. Way to go!

  • @rpmcmurphy2348
    @rpmcmurphy2348 Před rokem +2

    Great video! Walmsley is still in any fox hole of anyone on this comment section! He's a grinder when needed and a course smasher most of the time! He grinded here for a very respectable finish!

  • @cpruns4501
    @cpruns4501 Před rokem +14

    This video is AMAZING!! I stayed up all night watching this unfold live and I wanted Jim to win so bad but he is also my hero. Every ultra runner has been where he was (sort of) and there is just nothing you can do but learn from it and push through. His attitude is so amazing and 2023 is a new year and I can't wait to see how he does:) Amazing job Hoka, Wahoo and Jim.....and Jess:) Keep being awesome.

  • @dermarcb
    @dermarcb Před rokem +1

    Simply love this series! Great Athlete with a great personality. Keep on going strong Jim!

  • @BorisDehalu
    @BorisDehalu Před rokem +15

    Really touching moments in this film. Very well done to both of you for embracing a new life in the French Alpes and keeping many people's dreams and hopes alive. I will take part in the race this year. See you on the trail ! Jim better watch out! 😅💓

  • @vancejohnson6661
    @vancejohnson6661 Před rokem +1

    Legit started crying when he said “I’m not sure I’m going to be able to hold them off.”

  • @cyclingfreak56
    @cyclingfreak56 Před rokem +2

    How can you not love Jim? 👏🙏

  • @psalmon3582
    @psalmon3582 Před 9 měsíci

    A real inspiration...guy put all his chips in...moved to France...still got beaten up...and then 2023.

  • @gregosborne9468
    @gregosborne9468 Před rokem +3

    Thanks Jim! I'm even more inspired by the breakdown than I would have been by the first-place win. This is what it's all about.

  • @FINcLoAk
    @FINcLoAk Před rokem +2

    Great story Jim! And yet so many stories ahead! I was honoured to meet at MIUT conference, much love from Finland! Have a best of prepation for the upcoming season! Your're the best! Keep digging!

  • @SeeChadRun
    @SeeChadRun Před rokem +3

    Jess is amazing! Great partner for Jim. Awesome story!!!

  • @davebegbie362
    @davebegbie362 Před rokem +4

    Great video. Just goes to show that even the best in the world can have bad days and how brutal UTMB is. Onwards and Upwards Jim!

  • @arnogoossens1
    @arnogoossens1 Před rokem +5

    So nice to watch the love between the two! Am sure Jim will figure out how to win this race in the near future!

  • @jaimienewman9886
    @jaimienewman9886 Před rokem +1

    Truly inspirational. To take a time of disappointment and find the silver lining and focus on the growth is beautiful. Thank you for sharing this.

  • @ElkeSommerlade
    @ElkeSommerlade Před rokem +1

    So good and this last sentences really got me. Support is so important!

  • @safalifestyle7768
    @safalifestyle7768 Před rokem +3

    This kind of videos are really inspirational, brilliant. Phenomenal Athlete Walmsley

  • @startrunstop
    @startrunstop Před rokem +1

    What an effort by Jim! Not the outcome he expected but he’ll come back stronger 💪

  • @GPHrycynaSta
    @GPHrycynaSta Před rokem +2

    This was beautiful! Jim and Jess are so adorable!

  • @J.e.f.f.r.e.y
    @J.e.f.f.r.e.y Před rokem +1

    Anyone in the world would be happy with 4th at UTMB. You did so well Jim! So tough to keep climbing for 50k after bonking. Jim is definitely on track for a win after that journey.

  • @Marcela.Isabel
    @Marcela.Isabel Před rokem +2

    Jim and Jess you both are such inspiration ❤

  • @sarahmcdonald6980
    @sarahmcdonald6980 Před rokem +4

    Jess is such a hero!

  • @mattbarrett7369
    @mattbarrett7369 Před rokem +1

    Ohmygosh, I just clapped for him leaving Vallorcine like he could hear me! Love that you shared this experience with us and good luck going forward!

  • @travissperry8186
    @travissperry8186 Před rokem +1

    Your will always be a legend in my book!
    Keep digging Jim

  • @Kamouloxman
    @Kamouloxman Před rokem +2

    C'est impressionnant jusqu'où il s'engage... il y a tellement à améliorer sur les ravitos. Les redbull à tout va il a pas le droit il se met une belle dans le pied

  • @maximilianl.18
    @maximilianl.18 Před rokem +11

    Wow. Jim just looked so destroyed and defeated!! Anyway, what a great effort that was. Im sure that when he keeps digging and pushing his limits, it's just a matter of time that he will master the UTMB course as well. Much respect for Jim as well as for Jess!

    • @kellenscott555
      @kellenscott555 Před rokem

      An inspiration to me through and through but his body looked so hollow even before the race. Did not appear rested and ready.

    • @rossharvie7661
      @rossharvie7661 Před rokem

      @@kellenscott555 he always looks like that from what I've seen

  • @sidrialgr
    @sidrialgr Před rokem +2

    An amazing athlete and an amazing person. Go Jim!

  • @FrancoMonet
    @FrancoMonet Před rokem +3

    Fckn GOAT, thanks Wahoo for this incredible series.

  • @michaelcultra4496
    @michaelcultra4496 Před rokem +2

    Hope he wins it this year

  • @vickyruiz4097
    @vickyruiz4097 Před rokem +3

    thanks for the video wahoo! and thanks for the inspiration Jim !!!

  • @pablomarani3799
    @pablomarani3799 Před rokem +1

    Excellent! Watching this video reminded me how exciting the UTMB 2022 was. Epic. This sport is amazing and even the last person to reach the end of this race is a hero/heroine. All the best to Jim!

  • @tesswarner6582
    @tesswarner6582 Před rokem +1

    Wow. The perfect ending to a video

  • @jonathanvedia5443
    @jonathanvedia5443 Před rokem +3

    Great Video! Good Job Jim! Im not crying you're crying

  • @pedrob8787
    @pedrob8787 Před rokem +1

    Love this! See the ups and downs of this sport! Keep up the good work , Jim! 👍

  • @Megadurm
    @Megadurm Před rokem +2

    Amazing stuff from the man himself, just a savage and an inspiration

  • @bernardknoll-ej5nq
    @bernardknoll-ej5nq Před rokem +1

    It’d be fun to see a Jim & Francois vs Kilian at UTMB

  • @trolkink
    @trolkink Před rokem +1

    Grande Jim! You will make it, I am sure. Forza!!!

  • @brenzie818
    @brenzie818 Před rokem

    Watching Jim grow as an athlete and human is so inspiring. To see that the best in the world face the same struggles us mere mortals face as well, all of us able to learn valuable life lessons just the same...truly incredible. Thank you for making this series.

  • @trueredred859
    @trueredred859 Před rokem +2

    So much respect to you jim ❤

  • @steveoconnor7069
    @steveoconnor7069 Před rokem

    Amazing stuff. How anyone keeps their system from shutting down and forcing a rest is amazing to me. Just from my limited marathon experience, 5, it's difficult to imagine forcing food upon yourself. Much respect to Jim and all the ultra-runners out there.

  • @bennyytube
    @bennyytube Před 2 měsíci

    We NEED part 4!

  • @mohdirwansophan78
    @mohdirwansophan78 Před rokem +2

    Very inspirational. Thanks for sharing the race experience with us.

  • @mk_ultrarunner
    @mk_ultrarunner Před rokem +1

    Great vid and still an inspiration despite the “less than desired” outcome. I know pros are in a whole other level, but 21 hrs and change at UTMB is mind boggling.

  • @dastolh
    @dastolh Před rokem +2

    I like that you need to travel through several countries and drive for hours just to assist a runner. Says something about UTMB.

  • @dennisferrell3662
    @dennisferrell3662 Před rokem +1

    Keep it up, Jim! We’re with you! Next year!

  • @hmunoz314
    @hmunoz314 Před rokem +2

    Way to keep digging Jim. Hope to be at your level one day. Cheers

  • @renekramis
    @renekramis Před rokem +2

    Amazing, thank you for inspiring and motivating me once again!

  • @christopherhatley4796
    @christopherhatley4796 Před rokem +2

    True grit there, mate. Still a great race, and excited to see how this builds you. Maybe I'm a softy, but that last scene was ❤!

  • @BurlapJohnW
    @BurlapJohnW Před rokem +1

    Great insight into an emotional abyss.

  • @TheMatt1270
    @TheMatt1270 Před rokem +2

    Thanks for sharing these moments. Awesome ! We wish you a wonderful and successful year for 2023 👍👍👍 May your expectations come true and thanks for being a source of inspiration for us 🙂🙂🙂

  • @jono2154
    @jono2154 Před rokem +1

    Well done Jim!

  • @johanpettersson-evers5367

    Thank for sharing. A beautiful film.

  • @jasonmcgowan8417
    @jasonmcgowan8417 Před rokem +1

    Jim is such an inspiration!

  • @ryanwhite6859
    @ryanwhite6859 Před měsícem

    That was awesome!!!

  • @denissabljak8632
    @denissabljak8632 Před 11 měsíci

    16:33 Go on,Jim!

  • @vanessafletcher6710
    @vanessafletcher6710 Před rokem

    Jim is sooo good, a beautiful runner, a gazelle. I wonder what he would be with a bit more muscle mass. especially quads. Lots of squats?! Muscles get you up those mountains, and down them.

  • @mikew6840
    @mikew6840 Před 9 měsíci

    I hope there’s a part 4 after UTMB 2023 🎉 🥇

  • @86WTH
    @86WTH Před 2 měsíci

    You did it Jim

  • @emmanuelbinlich1290
    @emmanuelbinlich1290 Před rokem +1

    I am a super fan 😍

  • @FrancescoRota
    @FrancescoRota Před rokem +1

    Thanks Jim 🙌

  • @liamfinnegan8085
    @liamfinnegan8085 Před rokem

    Love you Jim!

  • @jpascaltaipei
    @jpascaltaipei Před rokem +1

    You simply are beautiful people!

  • @davidhayward1261
    @davidhayward1261 Před rokem +1

    Wot a man. Absolutely brilliant 👍🏃🏻‍♂️🌲💪

  • @christopheredwards7330
    @christopheredwards7330 Před rokem +1

    Best one yet.

  • @mjcau
    @mjcau Před rokem +2

    "This was the True Man of old:
    his bearing was lofty and did not crumble;
    he appeared to lack but accepted nothing;
    he was dignified in his correctness but not inisistent;
    he was vast in his emptiness but not ostentatious.
    Mild and cheerful, he seemed to be happy;
    reluctant, he could not help doing certain things;
    annoyed, he let it show in his face;
    relaxed, he rested in his virtue.
    Tolerant,' he seemed to be part of the world;
    towering alone, he could be checked by nothing;
    withdrawn, he seemed to prefer to cut himself off;
    bemused, he forgot what he was going to say.
    He regarded penalties as the body, rites as the wings, wisdom as what is timely, virtue as what is reasonable.
    Because he regarded penalties as the body, he was benign in his killing.
    Because he regarded rites as the wings, he got along in the world.
    Because he regarded wisdom as what is timely, there were things that he could not keep from doing.
    Because he regarded virtue as what is reasonable, he was like a man with two feet who gets to the top of the hill. And yet people really believed that he worked hard to get there."
    Allez Jim!

  • @VirtualTrailRunning
    @VirtualTrailRunning Před rokem +1

    I would love to see a virtual trail run of the entire UTMB course… who’s gonna film it? Maybe I will some day…