More Than An Athlete (CrossFit Documentary)

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  • Опубліковано 16 тра 2024
  • We set out on a trip across America to train and collaborate with the top CrossFit athletes in the world, in search of their greater purpose.
    While some athletes strive to go down as the greatest of all time, for many of them, being the best of all time is not their primary goal. Instead, they aim to make an impact, spread a message, and help people become the best versions of themselves.
    Hopefully, this short documentary sheds light on the driving factors behind each of these athletes.
    Athletes;
    - Jayson Hopper @jaysonhopper1
    - Noah Ohlsen @NoahOhlsen
    - Danielle Brandon
    - Roman Khrennikov
    - Justin Medeiros @justinmedeiros2499
    - Ellie Turner
    - Matt Fraser @MatFraserHWPOTraining
    Big thank you to Reign for sponsoring this video - reignbodyfuel.com/en-us/
    For Training Plans, T-shirts and more, visit www.mitchellhooperstrongman.com/
    Don't forget to like the video and subscribe to the channel
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    00:00 What does it mean to be an athlete?
    02:37 Jayson Hopper's Greater Purpose
    05:34 Who is Noah Ohlsen
    11:42 Danielle Brandon's Reason for Competing
    15:30 Roman Khrennikov's Story
    19:09 Justin Mederos & Ellie Turner
    24:14 Final Thoughts
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 234

  • @dango9786
    @dango9786 9 місяців тому +176

    This content level is unmatched, it's insane doing this as a current champion still competing. Appreciate all you do Moose & Team.

  • @KevinKaneCanada
    @KevinKaneCanada 9 місяців тому +65

    I like how Danielle says that high-motivation days are rare. This is so relatable. You adopt a routine and you stick to it. You don't have to feel motivated to get great results.

  • @NoahOhlsen
    @NoahOhlsen 8 місяців тому +30

    This was great! Grateful to have had the opportunity to be a part of the piece. Good reminder for me post Games that I accomplished cultivating joy for myself and my people, regardless of my finish.

  • @MonsterMogster
    @MonsterMogster 9 місяців тому +74

    You are wise beyond your age Mitchel. You are not just an advocate for Strongman, but for health and fitness over all. A huge inspiration!

  • @dailyrevelation3022
    @dailyrevelation3022 9 місяців тому +4

    Best ambassador of the sport strongman has ever had

  • @kcolbert4540
    @kcolbert4540 9 місяців тому +15

    This gives me Strength Unknown vibes from Martins channel and I love it! It's awesome to see Strongmen using their social media followings to put the spotlight on other athletes, people, and cultures through well put together content. So much inspiration, perspective, and knowledge to be gained. Thank you!

  • @chichoquesada
    @chichoquesada 39 хвилин тому

    One of the best videos about CrossFit ever published, thank you!

  • @Inspiredamericanspersonalarmor
    @Inspiredamericanspersonalarmor 9 місяців тому +2

    Thank you for trying and working so hard to help so many people in so many ways Mitchell. Its very nice to see you try and use your platform to help individuals with very real life concerns. Your commitment to your vision of becoming friends with people, listening and helping how you can is impressive.

  • @frederickknapp5340
    @frederickknapp5340 9 місяців тому +10

    Mitch this has been the best video out to really show the people beyond the comps. It shows how they are real people who just happen to be doing something they love while actually love so many other things. Too many people put these top athletes on a pedestal and want to be them. I'm not that, but knowing more about them makes me believe. not only do I want to be them, but in my way I am them. Not in athletics but in life. Love the content, keep it going.

  • @benallthetime
    @benallthetime 9 місяців тому +3

    Only just found your channel, and as a crossfitter and oly weightlifter, you're doing SO much to break down the walls between different strength sports and fitness communities. Cannot wait to see more of what you bring.

  • @drewilliams8918
    @drewilliams8918 9 місяців тому +2

    I never even watched a full strongman competition but the emergence of this man is dope. Lately my new favorite channel

  • @michaelarchambault217
    @michaelarchambault217 9 місяців тому +7

    Man you never stop to surprise us. You're so much more than a strongman. Your strength is really your mentality, wisdom, positivity. All in the head. The range of things you covered on your channel recently is just unbelievable. I'm so looking forward to years of unexpected greatness of all kind

  • @itsasign06
    @itsasign06 9 місяців тому +2

    This is so refreshing to watch. No gimmicks, or noise, just a heartfelt look into the lives of these amazing athletes.
    Through your genuine life questions, we were allowed to relate to them on a human level.
    Great video!

  • @NickyRicky1
    @NickyRicky1 9 місяців тому +12

    I’ve been watching all the content you’ve been putting out with crossfitters! So excited to see it all come together!

  • @jamesnash1586
    @jamesnash1586 9 місяців тому +1

    Sick content Mitchell! your a legend for making this series!

  • @sarahmysliwy8656
    @sarahmysliwy8656 9 місяців тому

    This is incredible! Can’t wait for more - always killing it in whatever you do 💪🏼

  • @MrMichaelEsser
    @MrMichaelEsser 9 місяців тому +3

    Finally someone who brings the sports together and not hating against Crossfit or strongman! GREAT GREAT CONTENT! Thx a million!

  • @DJEzraLive
    @DJEzraLive 9 місяців тому +1

    Truly epic video here, lots of insights to be extracted from it and cool to see you perform along with these top notch athletes! Big fan here Mitch, be well my friend! :)

  • @JayEmGhost
    @JayEmGhost 9 місяців тому

    Amazing brother, super inspiring. You really have a way of putting into words and bringing out from other people the best explanation of the purpose of an athlete. Really opened my eyes, keep up the great work!

  • @mistameanor1
    @mistameanor1 9 місяців тому +1

    This is incredible. Thank you.

  • @benpowers5942
    @benpowers5942 9 місяців тому

    Loved this. Thank you Mitchell!

  • @JamieoftheNorth
    @JamieoftheNorth 9 місяців тому

    You did a great job with this! Thanks for putting it out there.

  • @nataliepetersen2012
    @nataliepetersen2012 9 місяців тому

    Loved the questions you asked them. Good to hear about their mindset and why! Thanks.

  • @bigholli8449
    @bigholli8449 9 місяців тому +1

    I know we get a 10,000-foot view of who you are, but it is so refreshing to have a humble, calm voice in strongman. I know drama and theatrics sells. But it's not my jam. I enjoy seeing the silent, humble warrior. You are giving the strongman community a good vibe.

  • @user-wt1fe8pg9j
    @user-wt1fe8pg9j 8 місяців тому +1

    Love it I’m a crossfit athlete started in 2012 love it so much I worked at Reebok to get into crossfit I’m 41 now and I love it now I’m a crossfit L1 coach and I love seeing ppl of all ages get fit and be the better version of themselves love this documentary

  • @jenburns5
    @jenburns5 4 місяці тому

    I loved this documentary! Thank you for putting this together!

  • @bettyachrainer1477
    @bettyachrainer1477 9 місяців тому

    Absolutely love this!! What wonderful insights and takeaways.

  • @geemail369
    @geemail369 9 місяців тому +9

    Noticed that they strive to be the fittest people they can be, not just the *_physically_* fittest!
    There's so much more to creating a life able to carry you through many different kinds of hardship. 🌱

  • @kyleg6790
    @kyleg6790 9 місяців тому

    Thanks for this. Great documentary!

  • @jamesdimarzio3181
    @jamesdimarzio3181 9 місяців тому

    Great work putting this content together!!

  • @JRemy-rs9zk
    @JRemy-rs9zk 9 місяців тому

    Top notch video, you’re an inspiration to all 👍 keep up the great work

  • @dorseyj.bourrage5841
    @dorseyj.bourrage5841 5 місяців тому +1

    This is great content here. The timing of this being published couldn’t have been any better. Revolutionary if you ask me. Your channel is quickly becoming my UA-cam home. Keep going brother. I’m here for every story.

  • @gojuknuckles
    @gojuknuckles 9 місяців тому

    Great documentary showing a deeper level of the athletes than you see on the competition floor. Loved this!

  • @joshyrj
    @joshyrj 9 місяців тому

    Super well done! Loved it!

  • @camilleaigail902
    @camilleaigail902 9 місяців тому

    The very best CrossFit documentary I’ve ever watched.♥️

  • @davidrizzo8530
    @davidrizzo8530 9 місяців тому

    Thank you! Extremely well done. We need more videos as the the 'why' of the athlete.

  • @matthewj9652
    @matthewj9652 9 місяців тому +2

    That opening comment really hit me knowing that the Pro’s don’t really know them selves what is it all for. Yeah I love training and do it everyday, but I do ponder sometimes asking my self what is it all for ❤

  • @400ex4ever
    @400ex4ever 9 місяців тому

    Such a great way to display the other side of a sports athlete. Keep it up, Moose.

  • @eduardopazgoncalves5701
    @eduardopazgoncalves5701 9 місяців тому

    Amazing content, you're a very admirable athlete and human being overall. Big fan from Brazil. Keep it up

  • @galeriestrasbourg2527
    @galeriestrasbourg2527 Місяць тому

    That was awesome and wholesome! Thank you for this! Keep that great content coming.

  • @TeaAndTunes
    @TeaAndTunes 9 місяців тому +1

    A really excellent outside perspective on the community man, I love it! (Also jeez your pace on those burpee box jumps! 😳)

  • @AestheticSwiftie313
    @AestheticSwiftie313 9 місяців тому

    That was absolutely fantastic!

  • @joeysaks6516
    @joeysaks6516 9 місяців тому +1

    Great video, compliments to your editor

  • @nathanrees9550
    @nathanrees9550 9 місяців тому

    This was really well made. Great video :)

  • @AnarchyDucky
    @AnarchyDucky 9 місяців тому

    Really awesome video. Great production

  • @331cfrazier
    @331cfrazier 9 місяців тому

    I liked who you were and what you were doing before this came out. Now I’m a fan. Good stuff man! 🤙🏻💪🏻

  • @ArtFunFitness
    @ArtFunFitness 9 місяців тому

    Quality work! This is an awsome documentary.

  • @christophercraig6771
    @christophercraig6771 9 місяців тому +3

    Phenomenal video. Well captured. Keep doing you! 💪

  • @MrFraser1983
    @MrFraser1983 8 місяців тому

    I'm just watching this before my workout for motivation.
    I've really enjoyed your content and I've shared your journey to strongman with friends which I found really interesting and I definitely think you could do an even more in-depth video around that.
    Thank you

  • @Rxpov
    @Rxpov 9 місяців тому +4

    Thank you Mitchell for offering this pov. Almost all of the content in the world of CrossFit addresses the hype, the push, the training, and how to perform better. This is the first video I see that interviews such top-level athletes and displays their pov, that becoming a champion is a byproduct of becoming a better athlete and a better person. All the best buddy.

  • @paulcraffey7679
    @paulcraffey7679 9 місяців тому

    Awesome stuff. Would love to see more like this 👌

  • @xsillyxcorex
    @xsillyxcorex 8 місяців тому

    Amazing look in to the mind of the athlete. Great work!

  • @MyFirstYoutubeHandle
    @MyFirstYoutubeHandle 9 місяців тому

    Love this style of content Mr. Hooper

  • @primalmobility
    @primalmobility Місяць тому

    This is so well put together. Love having the chance to see behind the scenes and how some of the greatest athletes on the planet feel going through their journey. Well done man!

  • @susanlindenmuth7822
    @susanlindenmuth7822 9 місяців тому

    Wow. This was wonderful and a real insight to the athletes as people. More please!

  • @mandachillorian
    @mandachillorian 9 місяців тому

    Really great documentary👌 thanks!

  • @raymondz595
    @raymondz595 5 місяців тому

    What an absolute piece of rare uncut gem of a human being you are Mitchell.

  • @simonsezz1974
    @simonsezz1974 9 місяців тому +1

    Great video bro, loved this and seeing you smashing it with them. I would have loved to chatting to legends as well though like Tia, Matt n Rich. Love your work.

  • @alex23011
    @alex23011 4 місяці тому

    This is extremely high quality content. Wow. Blown away... and inspired!

  • @ShakotanZero
    @ShakotanZero 9 місяців тому +3

    Giving Martins a run for his money in the strength documentary world. Great video love it!

    • @espenstoro
      @espenstoro 9 місяців тому

      Maybe we'll get an Avengers style crossover one day 😁

  • @danylafontaine3723
    @danylafontaine3723 3 місяці тому

    Great video! Love how you actually listen to the people you're speaking with. Interesting to get inside the heads of these athletes and get a glimpse of what makes them tick. Keep it up!

  • @broke602
    @broke602 9 місяців тому

    I LOVED this episode. Such a great look into other athletes and what they are willing to go thorough. Loved when the one said, that there are days where you don't want to work out. Like it's ok to be human lol. Thanks again sir!

  • @TheEpicMMO
    @TheEpicMMO 9 місяців тому +1

    This is one hell of a video, god damn motivating but really inspirational. Love it, just what I needed today being wrecked from my workout on sunday😂

  • @erica9563
    @erica9563 9 місяців тому

    This was great!! Especially nice to hear more of Roman's back story

  • @tompashuysen2880
    @tompashuysen2880 9 місяців тому

    Very nice video! Must have taken a lot of effort to put this together, and it is very much appreciated! 🦌. . .

  • @forteka81
    @forteka81 9 місяців тому +2

    Did all this and still podium’d at Royal Albert Hall. Can’t wait to see what goes down at Shaw. Very exciting!

  • @estherkim7320
    @estherkim7320 2 місяці тому

    They're the most down to earth and motivated people. I'm always inspired by them to do and get through things even when I'm tired, sad, happy. It's the self discipline

  • @bigtank7293
    @bigtank7293 9 місяців тому

    MY MAN WAS LESS THAN 1 HOUR FROM ME IN TN! So sad to know I missed him! I love your content bro! I love the view you are bringing to these sports and just life in general! The raw true just “regular guy” element of it all is what draws me! And my wife loves your content for the same reason, she actually doesn’t make THAT face when I wanna watch your videos haha💁🏽‍♀️😹 I Love It Brother! It’s truly awesome!💪🏾🔥 Much Love Fam!💪🏾🔥❤️

  • @Sneedl-Woods
    @Sneedl-Woods 9 місяців тому

    very nice content!!!!love it. Mitch is more than an athlete!!!

  • @melvinbengtsson8652
    @melvinbengtsson8652 9 місяців тому

    This is phenomenal.

  • @centenoj85
    @centenoj85 9 місяців тому

    Amazing episode
    Salute and be blessed

  • @solareklipsch
    @solareklipsch 8 місяців тому

    THIS WAS SO GOOD!!!!

  • @brentcole8854
    @brentcole8854 9 місяців тому +3

    I loved that, I was never a top level (Field) Hockey player but I absolutely loved playing and it was everything to me, then I had 3 big injuries that ended my playing days, it destroyed me..
    Then I started coaching and realised what everything was actually for, so now I give myself and my knowledge and my joy and passion for the game to the kids I coach so they can grow up enjoying one of the best games on earth and learn to not put pressure on themselves, that winning is not the be all and end all..

    • @Gambiino
      @Gambiino 9 місяців тому +1

      I'm the exact same, waiting on another surgery that's keeping me out of my field hockey playing career but coaching keeps me going & is so rewarding

  • @henryreinbach
    @henryreinbach 9 місяців тому +1

    Mitchell, this is genuine brilliance! Fantastic video, such an inspiration!

  • @karloconnor-qu1yd
    @karloconnor-qu1yd 9 місяців тому +2

    Simply awesome a documentary that touches on the human aspect of being an athlete 👏

  • @colinbourke9016
    @colinbourke9016 9 місяців тому

    Good talk moose very inspiring video stay strong and never give up. 💪.

  • @bonniebryan6216
    @bonniebryan6216 9 місяців тому

    ❤ This is amazing ❤

  • @MarkCreighton-tc7sy
    @MarkCreighton-tc7sy 5 місяців тому

    i DISCOVERED YOUR CHANNEL TODAY MITCHELL AND ENJOYED THIS VID.

  • @robbiebrown1
    @robbiebrown1 9 місяців тому

    This was BRILLIANT!

  • @1xRacer
    @1xRacer 9 місяців тому +1

    I used to train 15h a week for cycling for a few years very committed. Then one day, I asked on a ride why am I doing this, I didn't have an answer and that was the end of it. 4 years later I now have an answer. Great video, thank you!

  • @xxacidmv
    @xxacidmv 9 місяців тому

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    Nice! A new documentary is always welcome.

  • @paulforsythe2325
    @paulforsythe2325 9 місяців тому

    Mr.Hooper thank you for your insight of people. This was a magical documentary.

  • @Pook500
    @Pook500 9 місяців тому

    this is good stuff dude

  • @johnworkman7944
    @johnworkman7944 8 місяців тому

    Hey Mr. Hooper, I really enjoyed the angle of perspective in this video. The motive behind the muscle and the purpose in the performance. The insight in the intent, and it precedes just athletics. And, what you said at the beginning in your comment, the position you have has provided a platform or opportunity for impact and what a waste if you don't have anything to say. That's good stuff.
    I'm a Pastor that just happens to enjoy weightlifting, competitive contact and power sports. I've enjoyed keeping up with you and Brian Shaw for obvious reasons, but a personal one as well. I enjoy the kindness, modesty and humbleness that both of you display as champions in your respective arena's of competition. In those positions it would be very easy to become proud or arrogant in which anyone would struggle with, given the opportunity. I'm a very big fan of passion in the right purposes. Passion that cannot be quenched by adversity and what I speak of is beyond human comprehension, but when discussing topics like your video has brought out, it shows glimpses of characteristics in the creation inherited from our Creator. I believe that you would enjoy the passages found in Hebrews chapter 12 verses 1 and 2 in the Holy Bible (Hebrews 12: 1,2) If you look close enough, you can clearly see the purpose of one man's passion which impacts us all. You and your family will be in my prayers. God bless.

  • @user-wq2ci7ms7o
    @user-wq2ci7ms7o 9 місяців тому

    So good mate!

  • @rodrigomelo8410
    @rodrigomelo8410 9 місяців тому

    Amazing content. Cheers from brazil. 🤜🤛

  • @tylergorham7301
    @tylergorham7301 9 місяців тому

    I mean this in the best way, I have to imagine this over-delivered from how Reign had hoped this might turn out. Well done!

  • @holt2706
    @holt2706 9 місяців тому

    Awesome video 🙏💪

  • @PLou-ne9jb
    @PLou-ne9jb 7 місяців тому

    I am 4mins in this video and I liked and subscribed right away. This is exactly the content that needs to be out there more. GREAT FUCKING JOB Mitch

  • @heynetalks
    @heynetalks 9 місяців тому

    Phenomenal content!

  • @MinutesofMotivationn
    @MinutesofMotivationn 3 місяці тому

    Come join us for CrossFit motivation - ua-cam.com/video/_KUBo1o1qgM/v-deo.html

  • @scottstretton2127
    @scottstretton2127 4 місяці тому

    Just goes to prove that the most important thing is enjoying what you do! Great video!

  • @landenx
    @landenx 9 місяців тому

    Wicked video, awesome work!

  • @mitchmccron5211
    @mitchmccron5211 9 місяців тому +1

    Roman is like the Terminator of CrossFit, that mindset is sick

    • @samantha5571
      @samantha5571 8 місяців тому

      Right ??? Super fucking Russian and I love it. This is my job, I’m going to do it well, I’m going to support my family and I’m going to do what I must do to win.

  • @Daalen03
    @Daalen03 9 місяців тому

    This was awesome

  • @waningermw
    @waningermw 9 місяців тому

    This is so well done. I watched Hooper win WSM in Myrtle Beach and this collab has made me like him more and more. Love this video, and now I subconsciously want to go out and buy a case of Reign.

  • @brianbf9750
    @brianbf9750 9 місяців тому

    Awesome video and interviews Thank you

  • @BlakeBaldwin
    @BlakeBaldwin 9 місяців тому

    This was great, appreciate the conversations

  • @Bakazmann74
    @Bakazmann74 27 днів тому

    Great Documentary bro! I think I seen you at Rogue Invitational in Austin! Keep on inspiring us Mayne💪🏻🦍🦍💪🏽💯

  • @M1keDaly
    @M1keDaly 9 місяців тому

    That was well done.