August 22, 2011 Matt Morris -
Written By Matt Morris -

Motivational Monday #52

Video from KarmaTube

In 1992, British athlete Derek Redmond became one of most celebrated figures in Olympic history — despite never having won an event. It was the 400m semi-final of the Barcelona Olympics and Redmond, who was one of the sprinters tipped to win, tore a hamstring only minutes from the finish line. As emergency staff rushed to his aid, a weeping Redmond hobbled to his feet and began limping to the finish line — he knew he had to finish. His father ran out from the audience and held him until he made to the end, while an audience of millions stood up and gave him a standing ovation.

The video — a testament to the triumph of the human spirit — has since become immortalized in Nike and Visa commercials. How has this week’s Motivational Monday inspired you?

Share your answer in the comments section below!

P.S. For more motivation, click here to check out Motivational Monday #51.

  • Liz Hoffman

    Hi Matt, My name is Liz Hoffman from New Zealand, I never miss any of your motivational Monday’s, and I have to thank you from the bottom of my hard and the man above for sending you my way.  With this clip i really cried because I have this terribly burning desire to finish my race even though I have been injured and I am not giving up.  I have been trying so hard to get hold of you book Unemployed Millionaire and I finally got it from book club in New Zealand.  I must tell you my friend thank you thank you for being you.  I believe there is a greater power that works in mysterious ways and he led me to you.  I received my book on Saturday 20 August and I am on page 165 already.  Love it love it Thank you Thank you.  Words does not explain to you how it makes me feel deep down inside.  One of my Dream List are to meet you in person one day so that I could thank you personally.  God Bless my friend.

    • Anonymous

      Hi Liz, appreciate your comment so much. Just checked the blog before bed here in Paris and it was the perfect finish to my day. God bless you
      Matt

    • Stephen J Barrett

      Hi Liz, another Kiwi here. Matt’s a great guy and a great motivator. I like it how he always points people to Jesus :) Keep your head up, sis, fight the good fight of faith. Bless you

  • Colette Bowers

    Awesome video, Matt!  Just used it in our Super Saturday this weekend, very emotional!  Finish the race!!!

  • Wali

    To own your self-motivation is a “gift” that all heroes have discovered, the game of life has never been about winning, rather than giving your best efforts.

    Love Wali

  • Bob

    We need more people like you in the world!  Wish you the best!!

  • Mike Cranston

    I defy anyone to watch this and not shed a tear.

  • Steve

    I’ve seen this video a good number of times, and I was glad to see it again today, because it is one of the top inspiring videos out there!

    Thanks, for re-reminding us Matt!

  • http://www.facebook.com/people/Claribel-Levinson/1438474511 Claribel Levinson

    Never give up event in the pain moment!!!

  • JJ

    Wow! Now, that hits the spot. Once again your MM inspires beyond belief. I shared this video with my family & we all were brought to tears. Thank you!!!

  • http://www.facebook.com/people/Claribel-Levinson/1438474511 Claribel Levinson

    Hi Matt, before I won Lady Belleza Clasica International In March 31,  2011 in Dominican Republic- I compete over 70 contestants all over the country include Europe for the my international crown,  my feet were in pain for one week by practicing dancing for the rehearsal everyday….I thought for the last hours of final show to give up, but I did not. and I won!!!

  • Hellena

    Hi Matt, My is Hellena Wrappah and an athlete and am really,really  imspire by the motivation to not give up that easily, and believing in myself, that i can be anything i wonna be by the standing ovation, since He raise  me high so i can stand on mountains, you raise me high to walk on a storming sea, for i am strong when i am on your shoulders and continuously keep raising me high to  more then i can be. so movatived and God richly Bless you more abundantly.  Thank you.

  • http://jolainejohnson.edinarealty.com Journeywithjolaine

    Oh my….That was fabulous.  No excuses here.   Thank you so much for keeping us motivated and inspired.  I look forward to these videos and send them off to many people who are not in WV.  I am on your team and am so grateful you are one of our leaders.  We  look forward to meeting you in person.  Maybe you will be in Mnps the 24th of Sept. :-)   After the Bootcamp we came home and bought 4 recommended books.  Read yours first (just because… and loved it!!) Can’t wait for the View…Signed up and ready to go.      We are Jolaine and Randy Johnson from Pequot Lakes, MN  God Bless You and Your Family.

  • CHICOHRSANCHEZ

    GOOD STUFF AS ALWAYS. TRUE CHARACTER

  • http://www.facebook.com/GettingLocalBusinessOnline Chin Ming Chung

    What a demonstration of fighting spirit not many have within us .. It has definitely raised my spirit this wet morning …

  • Stephen J Barrett

    Nice one, Matt. Our heavenly Father is also always ready to come down and help us through. Amen

  • Tonyb1223

    Hi Matt, My name is Tony from Hudson valley NY. This inspires me in ways that I can not explain. I do realize that I don’t have to go it alone and that when I need help all i have to do is ask. Part of being able to  help others is being able to receive help when you are offered it.Looking forward to seeing more from this site Thank you

  • Walter W

    I love this video, every time I see it, it reminds me that no matter what you do, just finish, no matter if you win or lose. Finish your dream and you will find so much satisfaction in just finishing. OH, by the way if you don’t think this is and was a powerful video, ask people who Derek Redmond is and most people know, Ask who won the 400m gold medal in 1992 at the Barcelona Olympics, not many remember, They do remember a man with a goal and a desire to accomplish his dream. Don’t let anyone steal yours.

  • http://www.facebook.com/walter.weinman Walter B Weinman

    I love this video, every time I see it, it reminds me that no matter what you do, just finish, no matter if you win or lose. Finish your dream and you will find so much satisfaction in just finishing. OH, by the way if you don’t think this is and was a powerful video, ask people who Derek Redmond is and most people know, Ask who won the 400m gold medal in 1992 at the Barcelona Olympics, not many remember, They do remember a man with a goal and a desire to accomplish his dream. Don’t let anyone steal yours.

  • Dr. Daniel Kalu

    Brother Matt, I just wanna thank you for this week’s MM video clip. Like many others, it brought  tears to my eyes and evoked very strong emotions in my soul. I’m sending it to my friends, and hope it touches them as it done to me.

  • Lee

    winners nevers quit & quitters never win….do whatever it takes not what u consider your best…winning is an attidtude….love n fear are the 2 greatest motivators….tap into them to drive u! Ok u may not become the champion, u may come last but finnish “your race”…as churchill said…never never never never never never never ever give up!…Whoever u r & where ever u r I urge you to go finnish you “race”

  • shadia

    I like this video and the song
    Inspite the pain and tears,he insists to continu never give up.He believes in himself
    He feels strong and motiviting by his father love and encouragement.This event makes
    him one of the most celeberated figures in Olympic History.Sometimes we face obstacles
    believing they are bad but they are good for us. 

  • Valerie Fenech

    Hi Matt! Thank you so much for this – it’s the perfect start to my Tuesday morning, as it was a sweet reminder of one of the very highlights of my experience with you in MBC Greece – I cried so much when you showed it to us there, and I had vowed there and then that I will not only continue this race, but finish it, with the help of people who believe in me and listen to my ideas, then implement them together. I’m so glad I met you Matt – not only once but twice! I continue to learn from you and look forward to buying and reading your book later on this year.

    God bless you and may we cross paths again very soon!

    Valerie Fenech
    Malta

  • Keith

    i’m inspired and determined to archieve my goals i set about for my business. thanks for the motivations Matt, they are very helpful….

  • Mgabrown

    Thank you 
    Matt

  • http://www.facebook.com/dusanbordjoski Dusan Bordjoski

    Thanks a lot for this motivation! It came at the right time! :)

  • Belinda

    OMG Matt i cried at Millionaire Bootcamp in Greece to this and am crying again – it has to be the most inspirational video i have ever seen in my life and i think of it each time i feel like i am getting knocked down so thanks again for sending it on!  How can i get this to download as would love to just have to watch as and when and pass onto others xxx THANK YOU

  • April Grenier

    This video made me cry both times that I watched it.  It made me think of my father, my heavenly Father who also picks me up and helps me when I am not able to run the race on my own.  I am so thankful that I have someone to pick me up when I am weak and help me run the race of life until the finish line.  

  • Shirley H. Everett

    Matt,
    The video brought tears to my eyes and a new and determined burst of energy to not give up on my dreams.  It was a confirmation to my belief that I can do all things through God who strengthens me! Praise the Lord and thanks for sharing!

    Shirley H. Everett,
    inspiratinal teacher

  • Janet

    Thank you! Thank you for caring enough to share. 

  • Pavel Babáček

    Hi Matt and all, video is a very powerful experience, strength and spirit to overcomehimself. I greet you all. Have a nice day. I look forward to next Monday.

  • Anthony Norris

    Hi Matt my name is Anthony Norris.  Never give up no matter what may step in my way.  I have a life threatening disease and I am determined not to let it win.  http://www.helpfightuc.com   Thanks Matt for the video.  God Bless!!!

  • Elizabeth from Botswana

    simply great! Its great to finish the race and equally so to help the one with the”broken wing” to finish their race.Keep up the motivation Matt!

  • Landisowens

    great video that the effort i put in my buisness and my children never ever give up on your dream Almighty personal training studio

  • Valerie Goh

    Hi, Matt. this is Valerie from Singapore. I simply lose control of my cool. I wept, tears of regret. I give up easily….at times I don’t even believe that I could make it. I want to thank you wholeheartedly for the movie. 

  • Murigi Mary

    Oh Matt, what can I say.  I have shed a tear, what determination.  How many of us realise that we do not have to play victim, but we have the power within us to follow through on whatever we put our minds to.  Very inspiring.  Thank you, forever grateful.

  • Josie Cichockyj

    I love this video. The will to ‘Finish the Race’ and determination to succeed is truly inspirational. For all those that want to quit take a look at Derek and question do I want it this much.  If not, should you be moving on to pastures new or being true to you dream!

  • Mary

    Hello Matt, I am currently reading your latest book – The Art and Science of Success, and verily verily, I say it is exceptional. Anyone who has not grabbed a copy is missing out. Thank you for compiling all those remarkable, tried, tested and proven strategies for us.

    What stood out for me in this video is how the father represented our Heavenly Father so well.  Just like this earthly human father came to the aid of his son, so does our Father in heaven come just on time to carry us through our life storms.  He has promised never to leave us alone.  We can therefore make bold decisions in life knowing our Father is keenly watching us and will defy all to come to our rescue. Never despair, never lose hope, never give up. Always remember, God is in the audience – watching you.

    What a lesson!  Thank you again Matt.

  • Cutseybaby55

    Beautiful, very inspirational – it just shows that even when we are down we should never give up

  • Kevin Thomas

    Hi Matt.
    This is truly a most inspirational clip. You have “raised me up” to face the challenges I have on a daily basis. Thank man.

    Regards
    Kevin

  • http://twitter.com/aguillien07 Alex Guillien

    Hey Matt,

    Great Video.  Compassion allows to feel for your fellow man.  Tears, in this example are the tangible result.  Many people will be there for you.  Many people will be there through the good and the bad.  They will tell you it is ok if you fail, that it is ok if you don’t finish, that it is simply ok.  That however, does not give you permission to stop.  Only the individual decides to stop or to finish.  His father was protecting him as great fathers do but he also allowed him and helped him when the son said he was finishing.  Great example to never give up.  Than you.

  • Dorcas

    I am Dorcas from Kenya, never give up despite all the challenges and bottlenecks till I cross the finishing line.

  • Consultmlcesq

    Thanks to my friend Mike Edwards for sharing this with me.  As I reflected on my own personal journey and challenge to finish the race to achieve my destiny, this video brought me to tears. 

  • http://pulse.yahoo.com/_TDILY3OQE4BBIQ7LK5IBQBFJKU Evangeline

    This is great!  The word of God tell us that when we fall we shouldn’t continue to lie there but we wake up and continue. We also need some one to help us in time of distress. I am rearly challeged that i will always need someboby to lean on as well as i should be willing to give a helping hand to somebody elso. Thanks  you Mat for this reminder. Evangeline Mugoh, Kenya

  • Carollusher

    Thank You Matt, I ‘m in tears, very moved and never give up………

  • Tourmgr7

    Matt,

    Thanks so much for sharing this, I cant believe that I had never seen it. It instantly became one of my favorites, it literally made the hair stand up on my neck and arms! This video will make me more resolute~!

    Donnie Lewis- Nashville, TN
    Peter Frampton Tour Manager

  • http://www.facebook.com/hmambi Hens Mambi

    amazine

  • Rosemary R. Tlhagwane

    Hi Matt this is Rose from Botswana I don’t know how many times I watched this video and I am always in tears, but motivated for the day. Redmond believed in himself and nothing was going to stop him from crossing the finish line not even the pain, and it is really a great lesson for us. Yes I did shed tears even today, and thank you Matt, you are a brother in need. 

  • Yesyespl

    This parent remembered what a father is:
     ’To be there while  the son  completed the performance!”
    as OUR FATHER does for any and all of us.
    Grateful for the message! 

  • Donna S Moy

    Hello Matt.. THANK YOU for sharing this video! It has got to be one of my most favorite that I’ve ever seen. The first time I had seen this video, it was played at either a company Promotion Day event or could it have been at MBC? I’m sorry I don’t recall precisely when I first saw it, but in either case.. there were tons of people in the audience (w the lights dimmed) and my eyes filled with tears hoping they won’t turn the lights back on too soon. Now.. even seeing this video over (and over) again from home… i am weeping & balling in tears! The perserverence and motivation to continue even while faced with the true adversity of real physical pain… is incredibly inspiring. Never Give Up !!!

  • http://etienoetuk.com Etieno Etuk

    This is an awesome story of a man who refused to give up despite all that came against him….very inspirational. He’s a winner in my eyes.

    I often say to myself “Win no matter what” according to the lyrics of the song by DJ Khaled entitled “All I Do is Win!”.

    -Etieno

  • http://etienoetuk.com Etieno Etuk

    This is an awesome story of a man who refused to give up despite all that came against him….very inspirational. He’s a winner in my eyes.

    I often say to myself “Win no matter what” according to the lyrics of the song by DJ Khaled entitled “All I Do is Win!”.

    -Etieno

  • Lynleycahill

    Its made me wish I still had my mother with me by my side.

    I am lucky she made me so strong cause I always get up and start again no matter who knocks me down!! Thanks for sharing that with me it is just what i needed God bless you x