What happened over these past 4 weeks.. LET'S TALK
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- čas přidán 9. 07. 2024
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0:00 Talking about mental health
4:31 About todays run
5:24 What have you been up to?
9:22 Lunch
10:20 Fixing the ankle
11:28 Thank you's
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What has everyone been up to over the past month??
Mostly training for an ultra in hat forward conditions. I am glad skin is waterproof!
Just started on the 10k sub50mins plan! Coming to the end of week 1 👍 Great resource, loving the variety!
For the past month? Waiting to hear from you! Glad to hear you are improving. I guess mental health needs the same rest days and attention as physical health, and when everything mounts up we seek out the help we need, including from professionals if it's at that level. It's ok not to be ok.
I went on my first run after 6 months off thanks to my ankle 😁. Take the time you need and keep your head up, Ben!
Been injured since October snd just started running again 3 weeks ago. Training for the Berlin marathon... good to see u again. Keep your head up high. Wishing you nothing but the best. Cheers from Berlin Germany
You being so open about mental health helps other people who aren't so open more than you might know. Thank you.
Yup, definitely using his platform as a force for good 🚀
A very true reply Christian
The t-shirt is perfect for today. Your viewers are "in it for the long run" with you, mate
Appreciate your openness. It means a lot to anyone who's ever been in a similar place to know they're not alone.
we love you, Ben. glad to see you here
Thank you Mike! Wishing you a great run this weekend for your 8k!!
Great to see you back and glad to hear you are doing a bit better with your mental health now. I think many of us can relate to a lot of things you said, so thanks for sharing and outlining some of the great services available. I hope the CBT continues to help. Great to see you’re still
ticking along with your running too. See you in Wrexham 👍👊.
See you in Wrexham Matt and hopefully for that Collab soon as well. Awesome to see how your training is progressing and hoping you'll finally get that marathon time you deserve!
Look after yourself Ben. Take strength from the number of people you inspire; 80k+ subscribers can’t be wrong!
Thank you Tom.. appreciate the message!
I don't normally write comments, but must say I've always enjoyed your videos and so pleased to hear you're felling better. Keep going Ben, you're doing a great job.
Likewise I don’t normally comment and I agree with Paul. I spent the first 50 years of my life saying “I don’t run”. Now I look forward to the tips, insight and encouragement that you and Sarah provide in a humble, down to earth and non judgemental way. Thanks for getting me started and helping me along my journey with this fabulous sport. Awesome job!
9 dislikes!!! Shame on you. This channel is all about positivity and a common goal.
Ben and Sarah, we’ve got your backs, just as you have ours!!!! ❤️
Shame on you for drawing attention to them!
@@jamesd2491 shame on you for drawing attention to him drawing attention to them
It might be people who don't particularly dislike this video or channel but random passers-by who don't want youtube to recommend this type of video to them. That's the main reason I very rarely 'dislike' anything, to send a signal to the algorithm.
Why bring attention to haters? Just compliment them Ben and Sarah, that’s it
You're a legend for talking openly like that, I know from personal experience how talking is the last thing you feel like doing when you feel like that. But this really gives encouragement to others suffering to open up and normalises discussion of these important issues. 💪
Thanks for being so open about your struggles, Ben. I know it will help a lot of those who watch the video. Great to hear you're doing better now. You do so much for the running community, you have to make sure you also look after yourself mate. I've learned that the hard way! I've just sent you a DM on Instagram.
Literally been one of the most positive and inspirational running channels out there, I can't understand why anyone would troll and send negative messages. I just don't get it!
Great comment, spot on.
Agreed, was shocked, don’t understand it either !
Taking their insecurites out on the people willing to put themselves out there and inspire others. Classic "I'm not happy so you shouldn't be either" kinda vibes...
Because they are morons and no doubt the trolls and haters that sadly are part of the problem that can affect people like Ben.
Totally agree with you.
Screw the trolls man, your videos are inspiring. I’ve watched you from the beginning of my running journey around 2.5 years ago and was super proud to be sharing the Chiltern Wonderland 50 mile course with you in September. I’m sure you’ll be back better and stronger in no time 💪
oooh, that was a tough race!! Hope all is good Ashton and we can share some trails again soon!
@@BenParkes It was very tough 😂 Made the mistake of entering again for this year aswell haha. All is good man, yeah definitely looking forward to some trail running this summer!
It takes a lot of strength to talk about mental health, I'm glad to hear you're feeling more positive. Ignore the haters, jealousy is a strange thing. You've done so much for the running community mate and we're all grateful to have your videos 🙏
Thank you Jack! Ignoring the haters when you're in a good place is possible.. but when life gets tough in some areas it can really grind you down and question everything. Getting better though and for sure stronger heading into the future. Appreciate the message, thank you!
Very happy to see you back on here ben! Good man for speaking out, you are 💯 right, it’s ok not to be ok 👌 you’re in it for the long run! 👏
Thank you! Hope to see you and Matt very soon. Well done with all your recent success with running and CZcams as well, awesome to see!
@@BenParkes that would be awesome, would be great to get a run in, you boys are way quicker than me so I’m happy with an easy run 😂😂 appreciate it mate thank you
You're an absolute champ, Ben. Sarah, too. Opening up about your difficult last month will certainly help many others out here who are struggling as well. Glad you're on the mend!
Take care! Taking a break is a good thing, we'll be waiting for your next exciting videos!
Welcome back, Ben! The running community has missed you a lot, but I’m sure every single one of us would agree that we’d want you to be in the best place possible, both mentally and physically before making another video on CZcams or uploading another run on Strava!
You’ve been through so much over the last year or so with the ankle break and we could all see how much it affected you.
Stay strong and stay positive - we’ll all help you through it ✌🏼🏃🏻♂️
I’m a 16 stone ex rugby player (not a normal runner) and have signed up to my first marathon - dude your channel has given me so much positivity and knowledge - do not underestimate how much positivity you are providing to people.
Those who troll are purely jealous of your achievements - mental reset and break from social media is good thing, sending love dude 👌🏻
Praying for you all, I have struggled with anxiety, OCD, and depression for a long time. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for all you do, you have help me so much with my issues, always makes me feel better watching your content. If you ever need anything just reach out you ha e so many people that care for you in this world. Jesus Christ loves you so much he died for us all on the cross. God Bless you all, and your families. Again thank you so much, make my day so much better to watch your content Mate.
I was worrying about you and honestly missing your videos and stuff! Hope you take it at your own pace and wish you all the best!
Great to have you back Ben 👍🏿💪🏿
Great to be back! :-)
The ankle injury really hit you for six, I remember the video you did and I thought at the time you were taking it very hard. I hope you continue to recover.
Mate, I’ve been dealing with exactly the same recently. You’re not alone, the chest pain, the health anxiety. All of it. Glad to see you’re doing better now.
Hi Ben, I just want to say that I found this video very moving. The difficulties you've experienced were clear for all to see. I think you've done a great service by speaking so openly and honestly about mental health issues. We all know that us athletes like to be tough. The old cliché that human vulnerability means weakness is still out there, regardless of how many times it's been exposed as damaging nonsense. I'm a keen runner and your videos have helped me HUGELY! I'm also a professional guitarist and, believe it or not, the consistent, joyful and disciplined approach you've demonstrated have really motivated me in my practice. I'm about to run the Edinburgh Virtual Marathon in May. I'm approaching 52 years of age and I feel certain I'm going to break 3 hours 30 for the first time! Well done to you and Sarah - please keep up the lovely energy and give yourself time and space to relax. Best wishes from Perthshire, Dan.
Very strong to be so open about mental health, Ben. 💪We wish you all the best.❤️ Glad to hear you already getting better 🙏
Well done Ben ! So many men don't talk about how they are feeling . #gettingitdone
Sorry to hear you've been having these issues Ben. We live in an increasingly stressful and mentally demanding world. It's good to unplug social media from time to time to connect with reality. Glad to see you are back and getting there.
In the last month I got diagnosed with testicular cancer, had surgery, and got the all clear. Having 1 round of Chemo next week to reduce my risk of recurrence. Its been a whirlwind time!
Loving the tee shirt, so going to go & buy one and a cap. Long overdue.
Love the channel. Keep well, stay strong, and be kind to yourself.
Was having a somewhat bad week didn’t get accepted into a school of my choice, body aching from work. Your video brought me a smile I’m glad you’re okay 😊
I didn't get into my University of choice back in 2003.. still, had an amazing time where I went and life has been very good since! :-) All the best for your next stage of life!
Great to have you back sir! Greetings from Sweden 🇸🇪
Greetings from Portugal 🇵🇹, you’re inspiring all of us, you’re a human not a machine 😀
Massive props for sharing and being honest about your mental health struggles, that takes real strength. I had some counselling a few years back after a family bereavement, and it was the best thing I ever did. Sometimes we just need help processing things that have happened.
Taking a break from social media is a great idea too. I’ve been suffering with bursitis in my heel since November last year, which has now stopped me running for a bit. Seeing everyone posting runs on Strava was horrible.
Like Charlie Engle says though, life isn’t about what happens to you, but how you deal with what happens to you. Keep on keeping on.
So glad you are feeling better. 18 months ago you inspired me to take up running again after a 20 year break . When a run gets difficult i think of ur phrase getting it done which helps get me through. Take care there are so many people cheering you on.
Great to see you back , best of luck from Ireland 🇮🇪☘️ 💪
You are a champ. Screw trolls. You inspire thousands of people all around the world. Take care.
Thanks for being so open in this video Ben. I’m an ex-Brit in Australia and only recently found and subscribed to your channel. I really enjoy all your videos, and you’re helping me be a better runner. So for what it’s worth, please keep making the great content and try your best to ignore the trolls (we ALL have to put up with them) and remember 99.9% of your viewers love and support what you do. All the best, stef
Aww no. I’m so sorry to hear you have been suffering like this. It can happen to any of us at anytime. It happened to me a few years back. CBT and mediation helped me massively. I’m out the other side now, but I still have days when I feel crap mentally. When those days come around I tell myself two things. 1. It’s ok to have a crap day 2. I won’t feel like this forever.
I just get through that day, put a line under it and move on knowing another one will come along at some point. When it does, I accept it, get through it and move on.
Sending you best wishes 👍
If someone inspires one person to improve themselves, they're doing well. You're inspiring at least 80,000 by doing what you're doing. How many more will you inspire? When I go for my runs, I'm always proud to wear my Ben Parkes T shirts.
Glad you’re back Ben! Can’t wait to see more of you. No pressure on uploads or anything, your health comes first! Keep it going Ben
Ben. You are a legend! I have anxiety too and it’s good to hear you talking about it and getting help! Good to see you’re taking steps to be on the mend!
Ben I admire your honesty. Hope ur keeping well. Keep us posted on your progress. Remember we're all with you on this journey. You're not alone.
Thank you for being brave enough to talk about your mental health struggles on your channel! And well done finding tools that are giving you some relief. Please don't feel rushed to dive back into CZcams either - we miss your content but we'd rather have you back feeling your best when you're ready:) Things will get better!
Thank you for being so open about your anxiety. You're so right that talking about this stuff is vital to break the stigma around mental health problems and seeking support. Love & compassion to you.
"Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air." RWE
Combining what you clearly love - running and exercise and assisting / coaching / helping people as part of 'work' and the need to constantly be 'on', 'live', 'online' and upbeat whilst dealing with your own injuries (ankle, calf), athletic challenges is going to take a toll Ben. It takes strength to openly admit that and acknowledge it. Dealing with the inevitable trolling that comes with a truly successful online presence is another weight nobody needs but great to see you back, hear you're running and 'getting it done'. Less is more sometimes, happy mind, happy athlete and great to hear you're looking forward to the challenges ahead ! You're not fighting alone.
Glad you are recovering. It is an extra hard time these days especially as we have no other escapes in lockdowns. Keep going and one day it will feel better.
I’m glad your feeling better. You’re one of my favorite people on CZcams because of how positive your channel is. I can’t believe anyone would have anything mean to say about you. Please don’t let the negative people impact you, they don’t deserve your attention.
Glad to hear Ben, yes, life can get hard but happy you have pulled through! You are not alone !
Dude, I had the exact same issue last summer with chest pains and heart pain... really scary but turned out that nothing was physically wrong with me after all the tests, and was all mental. You're not alone in struggling with mental health issues 👊🏻. Stay positive... and when you struggle to stay positive, trust that there is always someone you can talk to 👍🏻.
So happy to see you back ! Stay strong, stay safe ! 💪🏅😀
The last 12 months have been really hard - you’ve achieved amazing things Ben - we’re behind you 👍💪
Sending you positive vibes Ben! You've helped many of us be better versions of ourselves through running and your natural enthusiasm and I'm sure this video will also help others going through similar situations.
Ignore the trolls they are idiots. You seem like a decent bloke and your passion for running is infectious and your videos of advice has helped a lot and your slogan #Gettingitdone. Keep up the channel and don’t let the trolls beat you.
You are an absolute legend Ben. I think you've done a great and wonderful thing talking about your mental health. I really wish you all the joy. I use Headspace, it's a great app. Good luck with the CBT. Maybe take it easier with the running, be kind to yourself mate.
So happy you are back! i miss you and your videos which are such an inspiration for me, even tho i would never be able to run like you, you inspired me to do better and to improve myself and my running. I am dealing with an half marathon training and i am at week 7 at the moment. I want to improve my time for the HM :D Sorry to hear that you've been so bad! Thank you for this video, talking about mental health is always very hard, you are amazing! :)
Big love & Hugs Buddy! We’ve missed you. Keep talking and keep being strong. You’ve got this 💙😘🏃
Inspiring that you talk about your mental health. Earlier this year i felt "out my body" too just with everything going on in the world then i started running and you helped me i'm working towards my first marathon in may and i cant thank you and many others enough for your help.
I just wanted to say that your videos have really helped me. Thank you.
Good to see you back Ben. Hope you’re well, look after yourself
Watching still, but wishing you well Ben, definitely put yourself first always x
Thankyou so much for being open, honest and vulnerable - keep up the great work.
You are not alone. A lot of courage in sharing. You are an inspiring person
Always refreshing and humbling when people level with their audience and speak with them so honestly, and just hammers home how we can feel vulnerable for so many different reasons. All the best to you Ben, from a fan in the stomping ground of Victoria park!
Thank you! See you in Victoria Park again soon!
You're a legend mate. Not too many out there who speak the truth like that so fair play to you for keeping it real.
Well done Ben! Thanks 🙏 for sharing. We’ve all missed you.
Top Lad Mate.... Good Luck and keep up the work... TOP MAN
Good on you Ben for being so open and honest. I think we’d all be surprised about how many people do and have experienced what you are going through. You definitely are not alone although it probably feels like it. You’ve been hugely resilient over the past 12 months so give yourself a break and be kind to yourself. 👍🏻
Crossing the finish lines are not too far away!
I'm sorry to hear that you've been going through a tough time. I hope you feel better, thank you for explaining yourself so eloquently! Good luck with your training
A lot of us have dealt with similar! Really glad that you’re chatting about it on your channel as it helps normalise it for all of us who often feel we have to hide it a bit. Most of all, glad you’re starting to feel better!
Ah Ben, you absolutely lovely human. Thank you for sharing this. Ed Budd shared something similar recently, and Mario Fraioli too, as well as Chris Pritchard on the cycling side of things.
Brave, mature and wise of you to share this - it'll be hard to quantify, and no offence to any of your wonderful running content that I've been watching for yrs, but this video will help more people than any other you've put out there I think.
Chin up mate, you and Sarah are inspiring people, in lots of ways.
Oh and if you need any trolls addressing, I'm sure a few of us here would be happy to take them to task in a sort of 'doormen' kind of way. 😂(only half joking)
There are some sad and hurt people out there - and hurt people hurt people. Don't let them drag you down. And take it easy, please!
Missed you Ben.
This is the thing I LOVE about your channel- you are so open about your vulnerability as a person. I can see that this openness gives you, and others around you streangth. Thanks for all that you do!
so sorry you’ve gone through this Ben. you are not alone!
Such strength to talk about this kind of thing online Ben, especially with all those trolls. Putting yourself out there online is tough but it’s so nice and inspiring to see your authenticity. Don’t listen to those trolls...remember Theodore Roosevelt’s man in the arena: “it’s not the critic that counts, but the man in the arena”
What a lovely quote. Thank you Ed for the lovely message. Hope all is well with you!
Great to see you back! You are in our thoughts and prayers!
Recently found your channel, and I love your energy and positivity. Take care of yourself! Wishing you all the best!
Running a marathon in a week; your channel has been such a great resource throughout my training.
Welcome back your videos have encouraged me to try and start running again. However heel issue doesn't help but I keep getting it done. Great seeing someone so honest and open with their mental health issues. Keep it up. 👍
Sorry you've been struggling. Glad you're feeling better. You've been such an inspiration for me.
‘In it for the long run’ absolutely! It takes huge courage to come out and talk about your feelings. KUDOS for this. Your content is great, keep inspiring us all!
Dude you rock. Well done on asking for help.
Thank you for being so candid about your mental health struggles. Sharing that is such a wonderfully vulnerable and courageous thing to do! I hope your struggle gets easier. I suffer from anxiety and PTSD, and CBT and RODBT(radically open dialectical behaviour therapy) have been absolutely lifechanging! All the best to you!
Awesome seeing you back. Mental health is a real thing. Glad you are getting through it and spreading awareness about it!
So glad to see you back and feeling better! I too can’t wait till the golf can start up again! I picked up running again in January since finding your channel after 3 years off and I’m near 280km in and loving it feeling great and getting it done! Stay healthy and let’s all look after one another! Keep up the great work
Giving hugs to you both, well done for being so open, I'm sure that will help so many people in these horrible times. Really looking forward to seeing your training videos for the season ahead and getting it done!.
Good on you Ben. Great bloke. Will always stay subscribed even if you take time outs in future. Imagine the vast majority would do the same.
lovely to hear from you again Ben! very strong of you being so honest 👏
SO refreshing to hear you speak so openly and honestly about mental health. Thank you! Wishing you all the best 🙌🏼 and welcome back
I'm SO IMPRESSED with you Ben for being so open and honest.
This is why I started running. About to have a second panic attack on a Wednesday night 6 years ago. Didn't know what to do but knew I needed to fight or flight.
So I literally got up put on a pair of old, Aldi trainers and ran.
And haven't stopped. My anxiety is completely gone and I'll never stop running if I can help it.
I'm glad your on the mend and discovering methods to find calm within yourself. I've got you to thank for my love of running, your videos set me off on my running journey, and it is now a huge and happy part of my life. Keep up the great work, and take care of yourself ✌🏻
Thanks for your post. My experience when mental health issues strike is: be kind to yourself - do your best to accept whatever hits you each day and make the best of it - look for the positive - don’t become impatient if you don’t find answers straight away - it’s a bit of a journey and you have to try a few things that may not help at all! - keep exercising and eating well - above all, know that you are a good person and focus’s on the 99% of positive comments you receive - discard the rest because their comments really don’t matter
Thank you for sharing your struggles. I think you are awesome and I love following your journey. ❤
Thanks for sharing Ben.
Ben its so good do you to talk about your mental health. It’s so easy to see only one side of a persons life, especially online and on CZcams. These kind of conversations need to happen more often. Well done Ben
Love this, Ben. Thanks for your openness and vulnerability. Inspiring!
I lost both my parents in 7 months. Father most recent due to covid last April. I found running a great help to process things and remind me of the good times. Me and my thoughts while running in the countryside.
It’s important we speak out instead of in during these hard times and hopefully the longer and brighter days ahead will help. The more do it like the more it will help others.
On week 4 of your 5km level 4 plan for a time trial at end. God knows when we will race again in Ireland.
So glad to see you again Ben and thanks for talking openly about this. Get well soon, hope you're in a better place. Can't wait to see some more content soon!
Great to have you back and glad you are back on track. Brave of you to speak out about it. You've got lots of support on here 👍
Great video! Thanks for putting yourself out there, so needed at this point in time. There are so many people going through similar issues.
Myself and my partner love watching your videos & also have some of your merch. Glad to see you back and feeling better.
Thank you for being so open about this, so sorry 😞, glad you’re feeling better, take care, mate 👍🏼
Top man, absolute inspiration, got me back into running the last few weeks and completely obsessed with your videos. Hope everything’s okay