Same thought. Know what else I’m thinking 🤔...I’ve spent enough time/money on my cycling as well...time to reinvest in my wife and daughters. VC brah...don’t sacrifice yourself AND put distance in your relationships...trust u bro...but seriously keep it in balance my fellow humanbeing.
Unpop opin. I like VC. He's funny and he motivates me to do my personal best. But this is some straight Truman Show shit. Can you imagine filming these intimate moments of your family life for public consumption? It's beyond weird and I can't anymore.
Before kids I have trained 8 - 10 hours a week that was allot. After kids 3 - 6 hours. I can't imagine 20 hours per week with kids. I'm enjoying this series thanks for sharing your daily grind.
I'm pretty sure he covered it in an earlier episode. They are for the team but race season went to sh!t this year. Holding them for this coming race season.
I lost my family, wife, kids and house for being all about me through the cycling taking over my life, became obsessed, all for no gains in the end, nothing should ever come between family and sport, you never get time back over with your children..great video 📹
This video was spot on. I’ve got 2 young kids, a wife, and I’m self employed. 30 minutes on the bike a day is all I can do at this point in my life. Thanks for the video, dude. Greetings from Toronto.
I quit my senior year soccer on a nice scholarship so that I can get married. Haven't looked back since. Being young is great, having a family is waaaaay better!!! In case you were wondering.
Damn ..... wasn’t expecting to get slammed right in the feels today. Felt like I was watching a cycling suicide letter. Like damn Is VC done?? I know your not but the sincerity of the opening conversation with the soft undertone was like a sad but motivating scene from a movie. The amount of work your putting in is insane. Keep killing man. Your a f-ing beast. Also MoneyBall bruh dope ass movie.
Never really watched your videos but loving this series I’ve watched everyone. I’m a cyclist turned runner and after watching these videos I’ve got the bug back for cycling. Did a ftp test today and managed 3.2wpkg. Going to try and push to get to 4 in the coming months. . Keep it up man. Great content.
I love Cycling... but these are a lot of the reasons I’ve had to step away personally , for the time being... the training, the time away from family, and those zero motivation days start stacking up. Great job for standing up and talking about this Tyler, it’s not spoken about enough. Marcel Kittel just spoke about his retirement for the same reasons I look forward to the day that I miss my bike and get to throw my leg back over that saddle and can commit 100% ... till then, Pedal Hard everyone!!!
Bruh... this is the realist video you’ve done... It’s a difficult balancing act... the workouts are workouts, but obligations, family commitments and “quality" family time suffer... kudos to you recognizing it and sharing it with everyone... yes cycling is a selfish sport and often times your struggles are in private... it’s refreshing to see/know that you’re not alone in that process of trying to be as fit as you can... love the Socrates quote... mad respect bro... ✊🏽🍻
Hey VC, remember a couple years ago you made a video about motivation, and how discipline was more important? That’s stuck with me ever since I saw it, and is part why I’m killing it on the bike today.
VC : im gonna do a daily vlog ME: oh, no chance I watch that! Then me again, watching every single one of those videos : Thank you for all your wise word, inspiration, time and energy you put in all this! Ride on!
Absolutely amazing series. So relatable all things that I personally feel that I go through and don't give enough thought to. Thank you! Keep on riding!
Man I have to be honest with you, this video really touch every single fiber, it checked out every of the boxes, this is by far one of the best vIdeos this year VC.
Bro this is truly one of the most inspiring videos that I've ever watched. It really hit home for me because I've always focused on sports, being as fast as I can, cycling for long hours, then training in the gym, swimming, and running weekly as well to maintain some sort of all-rounded strength but I used to never be able to balance my training and my studies. I do think that it is a challenge that ill have to find ways to overcome later on but dude, you showed me that it's possible to have that balance. And man I don't want to give up looking and feeling great and being fast because that makes me feel Flippen amazing and it's my me time. Thanks, bro for opening up my eyes!!
That was such an incredible,honest video. I have two young kids 3 and 1 1/2. I understand the constant battle between family, work, self health, and personal cycling goals. I’ve often envisioned my family growing up and me missing everything while in saddle. Thanks for reminding all of us that balance is important but family is first.
We all got into cycling because it was super fun to do. More than fitness, competition, culture, it was about taking a break to have fun in a way totally different from real life. Whatever your escape is, when it becomes a chore, the whole point of it being your source of relief, becomes mute. Having a good time in life is what matters most, if you aren’t having fun anymore then something’s wrong.
Videos like this get overlooked. This is one of the best cycling videos ever. What you’re doing saves relationships. Fitness of any kind strains relationships of all kinds. Cycling has several overlaps too involving financial strain or gain based on our performance and perceptions of reward. You’re a good man Charlie Brown
Such a good reminder to strive to be a great father and husband. I have to constantly remind myself of this when I’m fatigued after a day or week of riding. Good stuff as always!
Man you re a beast! Everything you talked about plus running a UA-cam channel, that's absolutely bunkers. The rawness of your vlogs is what will keep people coming back. Much respect to you sir, the hustle is fucking real.
This hit home. Thank for showing every aspect of being a dad and trying to do something for yourself. Hope to one day get strong enough to ride with you.
Hey tyler, about to become a new dad and wanted to let you know that your experiences and insights throughout this series have been worth the weight in gold brother. Thank you 🙏🏻
It wasn’t a “mail in video”. It was about something real that most need to think about more. I have definitely fallen into the category of feeling like I was owed something for spending so much time doing an activity that only benefitted me. Great perspective.
Good for you. So many don’t understand what you just said. I love your attitude and love for your family and responsibilities. I wish the best for y’all all
Watched 11 and 12 tonight while catching a short Zwift. Hit me the right way. I squeeze to get in 6 hours or so a week of riding time. For me this is usually 3-4 rides. Usually a couple short and 1 ride that's 2-3 hours. It's all I can get in. Work, nearly 3 year old, and wife all have schedules and things that demand time and attention. So to go from encouragement that I'm becoming an OK cyclist, to the absolute recognition of this being a selfish endeavor isn't lost on me. Keep them coming!
I just want to say that the first 7 minutes of this video summarize the life that most of us are pursuing: no pressure from society, no rush, sure some challenges but at the end is a peaceful life. From Colombia, tons of luv.
Tyler I just wanna say how much I enjoy this series (and all your production as well), and the quality? It is mind blowing! This particular episode is literally like documentary level quality (in a very good way) and I also use your video to learn English, It´s a very natural way to learn for me since the topic is something that I live by myself and I can learn a think or two from a older and more experience person, so Thank You for that as well
Man, huge THANK YOU for you story and integrity! This is what I value the most in your experience shared with us. Keeping the balance between your responsibilities and passions is a huge effort! Take care, bro!
Many cyclists / people / family fathers / bro's / dudes etc have character but only a few are special because of their character. Maybe that's why they are so unique because they give everything. embodying a character and raising it to the highest level takes courage, authenticity and a certain lightheartedness. thank you for being who you are and for letting us take part! massive respect for you and your great family! stay tuned brooooohhh !!!
I've said it before and I'll say it again... SHOUT OUT TO KRISTIN!!!!!!!! I can't imagine what the family is going through with all your commitments Tyler, but you sure respect what needs to be done to keep the family happy. Being aware of that is huge! I get off the bike after 160k and just want to lay there for a few hours, I respect that you put that mental state aside, to do what needs to be done. This whole series has been quite personal and kudos to you for getting through everything! Keep given er, almost there!
The positivity that VC emanates has become my main take away more than any of the training/cycling content he has to offer. I really idolize the Greeks for their virtue towards physical training as a way of life, as opposed to it being an add on or a hobby that one may or may not take up. Props to our man for motivating us in all the right ways. P.S. gonna try out those potatoes ASAP
Gracias por compartir esto con nosotros, los que te vemos todos los días. Eres una verdadera inspiración. Discúlpame por escribir esto en español, pero como no emocionarme con ver lo que haces, lo que inspiras. Gracias, thank you 🙏. There is no time to be selfish, just be the best on everything.
Deep stuff. Thanks for talking about the side of cycling that most others ignore or pretend does not exist. Glad you realise this isn't sustainable past a month, but also super glad you're documenting everything and sharing it so openly with us! You are doing amazing work, mate! Cheers!
I can relate to this edit a lot. As a single parent to a 3 year old boy I have very little me time. I can only ride 3 days a week after work. My weekends are non existent as I am taking care of my son. Its winter time here in WNY so I'm on my trainer as much as I can even when I don't want I still get on and pedal. Thanks for another super siiick edit. You're the MAN VC ! YEAAAHHH!!!!
You're such an inspiration dude, I'm privileged enough to be racing my bike full-time but seeing u making it happen with a family and own business is so inspiring and being so humble chapeau! This is a goal of mine when and if I have a family.
Omg brother this vlog has me so hooked. I have the same thoughts about this as you and you wife. (Around 11:00 min mark) I will not leave this house without cleaning the common area (kitchen mostly) and when I return it’s all about them once I’ve showered and eaten (sometimes at the same time) anyone whom believes they should be catered upon needs to be shat upon by there spouse unless and only unless cycling is the career that is making the household income and I mean the entire tire family involvement in cycling as a career but even then how can anyone even a pro be that big of a douche. My wife will make me dinner, prep a salts bath and some other nice recovery me stuff if I do a major achievement ride because she’s actually proud of me but you better believe the next day I’m making it about her as much as I can
This video of all the videos that are fantastic viewing, is really just absurd. The idea that giving the 'family time's of a few hours in a day and 'forgetting' about riding is nonsense in reality. What I'd love to see from this vlog is VC giving his wife 20hrs+ a week for HER and then coming back to cycling a month later and doing a vlog about what life is like when your partner wants to spend half their awake life with their friends and without you. I bet she would prefer that to the occasional 'my wife is amazing' comment that sounds good but really is just fluff compared to the hours and hours of selfish solo cycling. That being said, keep it going, because as someone not in the vc family, I'm here for the cycling content !
Encouraging video, loved the playtime with your kids! You're an extremely hard worker. I know the video doesn't even touch the surface of how hard you work.
And still manages to get quality time with the kids, man that was beautiful, you got such good kids, and your wife is cool being in the videos, it’s good to see her as well, you inspire me to have kids, you know most fathers go to work, come home, eat, watch tv, probably don’t get 20 minutes a week one on one with there kids, as a kid I have zero memories of ever spending any time whatsoever with my parents, ever, never, they didn’t even speak to me, but they’re narcissists (NPD) and that’s why I’ll be alone another Christmas.
after this month if u push it another one u will see your body will adapt, u o probably can do this and more all year around.But enough is enough. With such a nice family like that theres more to life than being super fit on a bike. Amazing series man, happy that we arent even at half the ride! see you tomorrow
Im loving the series so far man! Keep it up, your videos are inspirational and are definitely a highlight of my day! I am training as well, 12 hours a week!
Hearing ya! I work away from home, 12-14hr days week on week off doing a physical job. But when I’m home it’s just as taxing as I’m trying to make up for not being there for my kids for a week doing school runs and sporting activities, being a husband, doing the yard chores and cleaning and just managing to squeeze in 6-8hrs of training a week. But it’s finding your limits and working within those because we love doing what we do.
My wife and I had this conversation last week. I started riding in March - lost 40 pounds, seeing a lot of gains now that I’m actually training more seriously. But fitting in 8-10 hrs/wk with a job, wife, and two little kids (2&4) is tough. You definitely have to be awesome off the bike to make it all work. Having a 20 minute video to watch every day isn’t helping with my time management 😉
Tyler, I became a little out of control a bit on my cycling training as a family man, you are right... at 4 watts per kg I realized i cant really maintain this kinda fitness with my family life and cycling life in balance. I really make sure when I am off my bike I really give my 101% to my family, thanks for cementing my realization on this.
How are you not sponsored yet by Nutritional Yeast? I didn't know what it was until I saw you sprinkle all the food in it all the time and now I'm about to cook with it for the first time lol. Keep it up man, love the vlogs.
Your videos are truly inspiring and I look forward to them. Training 20hrs a week is no joke. The struggle is real.. I myself, am a dad, a husband, and an employee so getting in 12hrs a week on the bike is a miracle. PS.. what’s up with that Christmas Tree? LoL.
Inspiring man. Similar I cook all of our meals. I had a kidney stone 6 years ago and dealing with all of that got me out on the bike and re-evaluating how I cooked getting away from that old college diet. Thanks for the motivation it’s hard to convince myself to get on the bike in December in Indiana. Your videos help overcome that.
Really nice take on all this, thanks. I got into endurance sports over the last year currently doing 6 hours a week. I'm not competitive & don't race. My wife actually got us into cycling & we now do joined rides with her on an ebike and me on a regular MTB. That way many of my zone 1/2 rides are actually together time. I feel many amateurs don't get that performance really isn't health. Cardiac Health is actually reduced by spending so long at higher intensities. I do find cycling on a spin bike is really an easy way we can also spend time together. Im on the bike watching TV with her on the sofa. Now obviously the above isn't a perfect recipe for executing a complex workout but it does the job of getting fitness gains And for sure your kids are gonna remember that meal. Just think back to the memories you have of your parents. Great family time
I'm not vegan but I am a foodie and a more than decent home cook. The food you make always looks incredible. Super appetizing. I definitely appreciate this deeper look into the stuff you're cooking. I plan in trying to make some of it.
Your video production keep getting better, A-grade Hollywood stuff right there. You know how to tell a story and shoot a camera. It's all about being flexible with your training hours. People first, stack or flex training hours on different days/times as life happens.
Love this vlog series VC. Definitely an inspiration to my own life. Luckily my wife trains as much or more than me but when kids come into the picture I can imagine the balancing act gets more difficult. Yuh 🤙🏻
I can totally relate to the selfish statement. I got home from work one day, went straigth out for a ride and was pissed at my gf for not preparing any dinner. We are very lose about who's going to cook. Usually the one with the easyer working day. I totally forgot that my bike riding is MY personal Hobby. And I cannot blame anyone if I'm too tired to cook after training!!!
A herculean effort to combine 20+ hrs training, a demanding job together with a family to support. Tyler has shown from the off that family still comes first, wherever happens. I'm sure it has and will take its toll but from what we have seen his wife and kids are totally supportive which goes a very way to making this months challenge ends on a positive note... just a side note when gcn Hank tried to " Train Like A Tour de France Pro Cyclist Around A 9-5 Job?" he lasted 3 days.... enough said....
In honesty, all sports endeavors can be selfish. I am saying this while looking in a mirror. But I know skiers, golfers, hang gliders, triathletes, crossfit champions, this is the balance we all struggle with, wanting to push ourselves yet be someone that is there for others and not merely a selfish athlete. Very worthy discussion.
man of the year. wife of the decade.
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Same thought. Know what else I’m thinking 🤔...I’ve spent enough time/money on my cycling as well...time to reinvest in my wife and daughters. VC brah...don’t sacrifice yourself AND put distance in your relationships...trust u bro...but seriously keep it in balance my fellow humanbeing.
Unpop opin. I like VC. He's funny and he motivates me to do my personal best. But this is some straight Truman Show shit. Can you imagine filming these intimate moments of your family life for public consumption? It's beyond weird and I can't anymore.
Before kids I have trained 8 - 10 hours a week that was allot. After kids 3 - 6 hours. I can't imagine 20 hours per week with kids. I'm enjoying this series thanks for sharing your daily grind.
Bro if his final video of this series isn't addressing the alarming amount of Clif boxes i'm gonna throw hands.
So maybe this series culminates with the revelation that he's a Factory Clif rider. And that'd be a beautiful thing.
Series? I’m scared the channel is over lol
I'm pretty sure he covered it in an earlier episode. They are for the team but race season went to sh!t this year. Holding them for this coming race season.
LMAO
I lost my family, wife, kids and house for being all about me through the cycling taking over my life, became obsessed, all for no gains in the end, nothing should ever come between family and sport, you never get time back over with your children..great video 📹
This video was spot on. I’ve got 2 young kids, a wife, and I’m self employed. 30 minutes on the bike a day is all I can do at this point in my life. Thanks for the video, dude. Greetings from Toronto.
YEAH! BIKES!
Im lucky to be a 17 year old mountainbiker who does not has to fight with those tasks and just ride my bike and go to bed
Enjoy it while it lasts bro, we „grow up“ too fast
Job and family is a big task already. The only thing you can take out is your job, that if the money ain't a problem.
I am 54 and retired. I can do that but what I could do physically is not close to what I could do at your age. Enjoy it. Before you know it, ...
Same we really need to make the most out of this.
I quit my senior year soccer on a nice scholarship so that I can get married. Haven't looked back since. Being young is great, having a family is waaaaay better!!! In case you were wondering.
Damn ..... wasn’t expecting to get slammed right in the feels today. Felt like I was watching a cycling suicide letter. Like damn Is VC done?? I know your not but the sincerity of the opening conversation with the soft undertone was like a sad but motivating scene from a movie. The amount of work your putting in is insane. Keep killing man. Your a f-ing beast. Also MoneyBall bruh dope ass movie.
Never really watched your videos but loving this series I’ve watched everyone. I’m a cyclist turned runner and after watching these videos I’ve got the bug back for cycling. Did a ftp test today and managed 3.2wpkg. Going to try and push to get to 4 in the coming months. . Keep it up man. Great content.
Can we get a VC cook book? "eat food bro"
Great idea, I'd buy that.
That's 'Eat food Bruh'. Want to know what the protein looking strips he's cooking there.
@@martyheck7351 Tempeh.
I’d buy that.
Great idea , so many people would buy it. Keep up the great work dude
My favorite part of this series is watching the meal prep and cooking.
I love Cycling... but these are a lot of the reasons I’ve had to step away personally , for the time being... the training, the time away from family, and those zero motivation days start stacking up.
Great job for standing up and talking about this Tyler, it’s not spoken about enough. Marcel Kittel just spoke about his retirement for the same reasons
I look forward to the day that I miss my bike and get to throw my leg back over that saddle and can commit 100% ... till then, Pedal Hard everyone!!!
Love the vids VC. Appreciate your honesty in this series. All the best to you and the fam!
Bruh... this is the realist video you’ve done... It’s a difficult balancing act... the workouts are workouts, but obligations, family commitments and “quality" family time suffer... kudos to you recognizing it and sharing it with everyone... yes cycling is a selfish sport and often times your struggles are in private... it’s refreshing to see/know that you’re not alone in that process of trying to be as fit as you can... love the Socrates quote... mad respect bro... ✊🏽🍻
Hey VC, remember a couple years ago you made a video about motivation, and how discipline was more important?
That’s stuck with me ever since I saw it, and is part why I’m killing it on the bike today.
VC : im gonna do a daily vlog ME: oh, no chance I watch that! Then me again, watching every single one of those videos : Thank you for all your wise word, inspiration, time and energy you put in all this! Ride on!
Dude, you're the man! Loving the storytelling and openness
This is an all timer. Well done VC.
Absolutely amazing series. So relatable all things that I personally feel that I go through and don't give enough thought to. Thank you! Keep on riding!
Man I have to be honest with you, this video really touch every single fiber, it checked out every of the boxes, this is by far one of the best vIdeos this year VC.
Bro this is truly one of the most inspiring videos that I've ever watched. It really hit home for me because I've always focused on sports, being as fast as I can, cycling for long hours, then training in the gym, swimming, and running weekly as well to maintain some sort of all-rounded strength but I used to never be able to balance my training and my studies. I do think that it is a challenge that ill have to find ways to overcome later on but dude, you showed me that it's possible to have that balance. And man I don't want to give up looking and feeling great and being fast because that makes me feel Flippen amazing and it's my me time. Thanks, bro for opening up my eyes!!
That was such an incredible,honest video. I have two young kids 3 and 1 1/2. I understand the constant battle between family, work, self health, and personal cycling goals. I’ve often envisioned my family growing up and me missing everything while in saddle. Thanks for reminding all of us that balance is important but family is first.
We all got into cycling because it was super fun to do. More than fitness, competition, culture, it was about taking a break to have fun in a way totally different from real life. Whatever your escape is, when it becomes a chore, the whole point of it being your source of relief, becomes mute. Having a good time in life is what matters most, if you aren’t having fun anymore then something’s wrong.
Videos like this get overlooked. This is one of the best cycling videos ever. What you’re doing saves relationships. Fitness of any kind strains relationships of all kinds. Cycling has several overlaps too involving financial strain or gain based on our performance and perceptions of reward. You’re a good man Charlie Brown
Thanks for the love! Making a video a day has been way out of my element so hearing positive feedback is super rewarding.
I respect how sincere and genuine this series has been.
Such a good reminder to strive to be a great father and husband. I have to constantly remind myself of this when I’m fatigued after a day or week of riding. Good stuff as always!
Man you re a beast! Everything you talked about plus running a UA-cam channel, that's absolutely bunkers. The rawness of your vlogs is what will keep people coming back. Much respect to you sir, the hustle is fucking real.
Appreciate that Alex, to be fair this month is not my normal level hustle. But the idea this month is too push myself beyond what I think is possible.
This hit home. Thank for showing every aspect of being a dad and trying to do something for yourself. Hope to one day get strong enough to ride with you.
Hey tyler, about to become a new dad and wanted to let you know that your experiences and insights throughout this series have been worth the weight in gold brother. Thank you 🙏🏻
It wasn’t a “mail in video”. It was about something real that most need to think about more. I have definitely fallen into the category of feeling like I was owed something for spending so much time doing an activity that only benefitted me. Great perspective.
Good for you. So many don’t understand what you just said. I love your attitude and love for your family and responsibilities. I wish the best for y’all all
Watched 11 and 12 tonight while catching a short Zwift. Hit me the right way. I squeeze to get in 6 hours or so a week of riding time. For me this is usually 3-4 rides. Usually a couple short and 1 ride that's 2-3 hours. It's all I can get in. Work, nearly 3 year old, and wife all have schedules and things that demand time and attention. So to go from encouragement that I'm becoming an OK cyclist, to the absolute recognition of this being a selfish endeavor isn't lost on me. Keep them coming!
I just want to say that the first 7 minutes of this video summarize the life that most of us are pursuing: no pressure from society, no rush, sure some challenges but at the end is a peaceful life. From Colombia, tons of luv.
Tyler I just wanna say how much I enjoy this series (and all your production as well), and the quality? It is mind blowing! This particular episode is literally like documentary level quality (in a very good way) and I also use your video to learn English, It´s a very natural way to learn for me since the topic is something that I live by myself and I can learn a think or two from a older and more experience person, so Thank You for that as well
Man, huge THANK YOU for you story and integrity! This is what I value the most in your experience shared with us. Keeping the balance between your responsibilities and passions is a huge effort! Take care, bro!
Many cyclists / people / family fathers / bro's / dudes etc have character but only a few are special because of their character. Maybe that's why they are so unique because they give everything. embodying a character and raising it to the highest level takes courage, authenticity and a certain lightheartedness. thank you for being who you are and for letting us take part! massive respect for you and your great family! stay tuned brooooohhh !!!
I'm 4 minutes in and the production on this one is STOOOPID good, the story telling is even better.
I've said it before and I'll say it again... SHOUT OUT TO KRISTIN!!!!!!!! I can't imagine what the family is going through with all your commitments Tyler, but you sure respect what needs to be done to keep the family happy. Being aware of that is huge! I get off the bike after 160k and just want to lay there for a few hours, I respect that you put that mental state aside, to do what needs to be done. This whole series has been quite personal and kudos to you for getting through everything! Keep given er, almost there!
The positivity that VC emanates has become my main take away more than any of the training/cycling content he has to offer.
I really idolize the Greeks for their virtue towards physical training as a way of life, as opposed to it being an add on or a hobby that one may or may not take up. Props to our man for motivating us in all the right ways.
P.S. gonna try out those potatoes ASAP
So well done. One of your best videos yet. So much more than a cycling video. Great job. And thank you.
Gracias por compartir esto con nosotros, los que te vemos todos los días. Eres una verdadera inspiración. Discúlpame por escribir esto en español, pero como no emocionarme con ver lo que haces, lo que inspiras. Gracias, thank you 🙏. There is no time to be selfish, just be the best on everything.
Deep stuff. Thanks for talking about the side of cycling that most others ignore or pretend does not exist. Glad you realise this isn't sustainable past a month, but also super glad you're documenting everything and sharing it so openly with us! You are doing amazing work, mate! Cheers!
You're such an inspiration, Tyler. I'm loving this.
Great Job Man! I loved the honesty and realness of your approach. Family 1st.
I can relate to this edit a lot. As a single parent to a 3 year old boy I have very little me time. I can only ride 3 days a week after work. My weekends are non existent as I am taking care of my son. Its winter time here in WNY so I'm on my trainer as much as I can even when I don't want I still get on and pedal. Thanks for another super siiick edit. You're the MAN VC ! YEAAAHHH!!!!
Love to year more from your wife’s perspective
You're such an inspiration dude, I'm privileged enough to be racing my bike full-time but seeing u making it happen with a family and own business is so inspiring and being so humble chapeau!
This is a goal of mine when and if I have a family.
Omg brother this vlog has me so hooked. I have the same thoughts about this as you and you wife. (Around 11:00 min mark) I will not leave this house without cleaning the common area (kitchen mostly) and when I return it’s all about them once I’ve showered and eaten (sometimes at the same time) anyone whom believes they should be catered upon needs to be shat upon by there spouse unless and only unless cycling is the career that is making the household income and I mean the entire tire family involvement in cycling as a career but even then how can anyone even a pro be that big of a douche. My wife will make me dinner, prep a salts bath and some other nice recovery me stuff if I do a major achievement ride because she’s actually proud of me but you better believe the next day I’m making it about her as much as I can
This one along with your other video Crit Racing with the Family are my two favorite so far!
This video of all the videos that are fantastic viewing, is really just absurd. The idea that giving the 'family time's of a few hours in a day and 'forgetting' about riding is nonsense in reality. What I'd love to see from this vlog is VC giving his wife 20hrs+ a week for HER and then coming back to cycling a month later and doing a vlog about what life is like when your partner wants to spend half their awake life with their friends and without you. I bet she would prefer that to the occasional 'my wife is amazing' comment that sounds good but really is just fluff compared to the hours and hours of selfish solo cycling. That being said, keep it going, because as someone not in the vc family, I'm here for the cycling content !
Powerful stuff right here. Understood your message on this one very well, thanx for sharing. Been watching the blog everyday. Keep it up.
Beautiful video full of amazing depth and personal achievements!!! I've been there and still there for over 20 years!!! Keep it going comrade!!!
Thanks VC. A bloody good reminder of to look after the more important things in life
Encouraging video, loved the playtime with your kids! You're an extremely hard worker. I know the video doesn't even touch the surface of how hard you work.
Dear Tyler
You are aiming for the sky and you're surely reaching the stars !
Amazing family support!
Kudos Man!
Just love the honesty in these vlogs.
And still manages to get quality time with the kids, man that was beautiful, you got such good kids, and your wife is cool being in the videos, it’s good to see her as well, you inspire me to have kids, you know most fathers go to work, come home, eat, watch tv, probably don’t get 20 minutes a week one on one with there kids, as a kid I have zero memories of ever spending any time whatsoever with my parents, ever, never, they didn’t even speak to me, but they’re narcissists (NPD) and that’s why I’ll be alone another Christmas.
Chapeau bro and man of the year, at least for me. Waiting the whole day to see your videos, keep going amd enjoy your family time.
These flogs are truly poignant and beautiful. Thank you Tyler and Christen for this, it comes in a time of my life when I really needed it.❤️
after this month if u push it another one u will see your body will adapt, u o probably can do this and more all year around.But enough is enough. With such a nice family like that theres more to life than being super fit on a bike. Amazing series man, happy that we arent even at half the ride! see you tomorrow
Loved that quote by Socrates!
I always pause the video straight out the gate to count the cases of cliff bars. Great video as always. 💚🤙🏼
You summed up success in life - discipline. Motivation only gets you so far.
Im loving the series so far man! Keep it up, your videos are inspirational and are definitely a highlight of my day! I am training as well, 12 hours a week!
Hearing ya! I work away from home, 12-14hr days week on week off doing a physical job. But when I’m home it’s just as taxing as I’m trying to make up for not being there for my kids for a week doing school runs and sporting activities, being a husband, doing the yard chores and cleaning and just managing to squeeze in 6-8hrs of training a week.
But it’s finding your limits and working within those because we love doing what we do.
My wife and I had this conversation last week. I started riding in March - lost 40 pounds, seeing a lot of gains now that I’m actually training more seriously. But fitting in 8-10 hrs/wk with a job, wife, and two little kids (2&4) is tough. You definitely have to be awesome off the bike to make it all work. Having a 20 minute video to watch every day isn’t helping with my time management 😉
Tyler, I became a little out of control a bit on my cycling training as a family man, you are right... at 4 watts per kg I realized i cant really maintain this kinda fitness with my family life and cycling life in balance. I really make sure when I am off my bike I really give my 101% to my family, thanks for cementing my realization on this.
How are you not sponsored yet by Nutritional Yeast? I didn't know what it was until I saw you sprinkle all the food in it all the time and now I'm about to cook with it for the first time lol. Keep it up man, love the vlogs.
You express wisdom well beyond your age. Impressive!
Love this, so good of you to open yourself and your family up to us. Give your family all my best!
Loved the monologue open on this one! Best vid you’ve put out in this series!
Enjoying your train like a pro series. Your perspective on family and life is refreshing so keep it up bro.
Your videos are truly inspiring and I look forward to them. Training 20hrs a week is no joke. The struggle is real.. I myself, am a dad, a husband, and an employee so getting in 12hrs a week on the bike is a miracle.
PS.. what’s up with that Christmas Tree? LoL.
Inspiring man. Similar I cook all of our meals. I had a kidney stone 6 years ago and dealing with all of that got me out on the bike and re-evaluating how I cooked getting away from that old college diet. Thanks for the motivation it’s hard to convince myself to get on the bike in December in Indiana. Your videos help overcome that.
This is motivating af, and has helped me with losing weight putting in 6-8hrs/100mi each week on the bike and eating better. Keep it up VC!
Really nice take on all this, thanks. I got into endurance sports over the last year currently doing 6 hours a week. I'm not competitive & don't race. My wife actually got us into cycling & we now do joined rides with her on an ebike and me on a regular MTB. That way many of my zone 1/2 rides are actually together time. I feel many amateurs don't get that performance really isn't health. Cardiac Health is actually reduced by spending so long at higher intensities.
I do find cycling on a spin bike is really an easy way we can also spend time together. Im on the bike watching TV with her on the sofa.
Now obviously the above isn't a perfect recipe for executing a complex workout but it does the job of getting fitness gains
And for sure your kids are gonna remember that meal. Just think back to the memories you have of your parents. Great family time
Love how real yall are.
Thank you for sharing! Best of luck to you and your family!
I'm not vegan but I am a foodie and a more than decent home cook. The food you make always looks incredible. Super appetizing.
I definitely appreciate this deeper look into the stuff you're cooking. I plan in trying to make some of it.
Love this and be strong. You never know who you are inspiring ⛰🚵♂️🌪
One of your best vlogs! Regards from Porto, Portugal
I always tell myself, what's the point in working out when I haven't even work on my priorities
done That same smash potato and cooked it as a side in the culinary school.. BANG! the chef's instructors loved it...
Your best video to date bro. Keep killing it in life and on the bike
What an inspirational video, man! THANKS!
Your video production keep getting better, A-grade Hollywood stuff right there. You know how to tell a story and shoot a camera.
It's all about being flexible with your training hours. People first, stack or flex training hours on different days/times as life happens.
thank you for these daily content. it's a lot of work for sure
One of the best videos you've done!
I needed this, great video man!
Love this vlog series VC. Definitely an inspiration to my own life. Luckily my wife trains as much or more than me but when kids come into the picture I can imagine the balancing act gets more difficult. Yuh 🤙🏻
U got this dude keep crushin it!!!
Great video and topic. Soo many become obsessed with this sport at the cost of others
Oh man, I needed this. Totally felt like an unmotivated self absorbed d-bag today. Thanks for the kick in the pants to do better!
Dude… This is not a “mail in” video! You did an amazing job as always! I’m actually hooked on these!
I can totally relate to the selfish statement. I got home from work one day, went straigth out for a ride and was pissed at my gf for not preparing any dinner. We are very lose about who's going to cook. Usually the one with the easyer working day. I totally forgot that my bike riding is MY personal Hobby. And I cannot blame anyone if I'm too tired to cook after training!!!
best cycling vid of the year, so much truth.
Thank you for posting this. 🙏🏻
Awesome video and series VC! Please use a cutting bord for the carrots next time, I can see the marks on the tray :D
A herculean effort to combine 20+ hrs training, a demanding job together with a family to support. Tyler has shown from the off that family still comes first, wherever happens. I'm sure it has and will take its toll but from what we have seen his wife and kids are totally supportive which goes a very way to making this months challenge ends on a positive note... just a side note when gcn Hank tried to " Train Like A Tour de France Pro Cyclist Around A 9-5 Job?" he lasted 3 days.... enough said....
I’m 13, so the only kids I really have to take care of is my baby sister 😂
In honesty, all sports endeavors can be selfish. I am saying this while looking in a mirror. But I know skiers, golfers, hang gliders, triathletes, crossfit champions, this is the balance we all struggle with, wanting to push ourselves yet be someone that is there for others and not merely a selfish athlete.
Very worthy discussion.