Classic depression. Mike could not cope with the fact that the world did not share his high moral principles. He was an intellectual trapped in a world of fools and corruption, and he found himself without purpose. Once he no longer aspired to a false trophy, his life lost meaning. The high bar he set for himself became a prison.
No chance. Mike represented a complete debunking of Weider's principles and Arnold's training methods. There is no chance they would have allowed Mike to win and destroy the Weider empire. No chance.
@@tektoniks_architects Yep, he was fighting against a very high tide with lot of money and power in the industry , I love Arnolds movies but he is not a good man.
Mike was right about the world not being built on objective reality. Most people and systems in this world are walking double standards. His only hope was to abandon thinking about that fact. A very hard thing to do.
@Mantastic-ho3vm he came only when 2 days left, when he had to register for the competition 1 month in advance, and you clown are saying that judges were not his friends? Okay))
Nope, he was fifth and the only reason you think he should won is because he kept blabbing about it for 20 years. His ridiculous controversial bs he was spreading to make a quick buck to support his addictions and lazy lifestyle are the only reason you know who he is now.
Mike reminds me of my grandparents: highly intellectual, with strong moral convictions and attitudes but a very sensitive heart underneath it all. Whenever something like Arnold winning the Olympia happens, it cuts into the intense parts of the heart, and a bitterness forms that poisons their soul. I'm glad Mike's methods are in the lime light again so we can remember his memory of when he was 'That Guy', rather then what he became.
philosophies that have been disproven several times over and over again throughout the progression of biomechanics and exercise science. Mike Mentzer wasn't a genius he was a drug addict that said a few smart things. a broken clock is right twice a day.
Thats pseudointellectual gibberish. Just because extremely dumb people might be less prone to worrying too much, the contrary doesn't hold for the smart people.
@@mattischlese5385 You missed the point of those words then. Its not the those that are less gifted are more happy and can't worry, Its to point out the many smart people know there place in the greater world around them, knowing that how many things are beyond ones control, knowing the limits of what you can ever do. It drain away the magic life gives us.
@@ducklord2000 I know this trope about "understanding an underlaying layer of correlation and contingency" but I think it's dumb :D Being happy means working with and for yourself, this can be achieved by smart and dumb people alike because the layer of taking action in a human's perception is ubiquitous. So to get back to OPs point: "Happiness in intelligent people is the rarest thing I know" is an obvious symptom of Dunning-Kruger - you THINK that you are among the "knowing" but simultaneously put out a rather romantic generalization and idealization of a fixed causation which is simply stupid. So whoever agrees with this statement links his own misery with a supposed intelligence and finds solace in this. But this is not true: "Pulling data from thousands of people logged in the UK Biobank, researchers found that people with higher intelligence did not have higher rates of depression. In fact, they had less anxiety, PTSD, neurotic tendencies, and trauma than those with lower intelligence" (medical news today)
Thats just complete bs. Intelligent people should have the ability to rationalize their situation that benefits their mental well being. I guess there's a limit that if you are moderately intelligent you still don't have the ability to be happy and only truly intelligent people can be happy because they are intelligent enough to know that they can be happy no matter what.
@@timn4481thanks for the answer, it sounds reasonable and maybe is true. Still, I was reacting to this specific sentence from OP, which generously included all intelligent people. If you follow this, take just the (disputed) IQ as measurement and even go from 115 upwards, there are simply too many people to fall into your category. I'll keep my stance due to the context of this (honestly super-corny, and just judging by the level of rhetorical aesthetics super uncomfortable and heavily barf-inducing) post.
Mike Mentzer won. I followed Mentzer's training program. In one year, I've gain more muscle and strength than when I was younger. I'm 31 and I'm more athletic than when I was in my 20's.
What are some changes you did that you would see 'crucial' after following his program. Watched a several videos on him but never deeply searched for it
@@kemalsarpcomert3114I assume you need to train for failure and beyond. Track progression and have clear-cut goals. And obviously, rest. Resting more and allowing your muscles to recover so the next time you lift you're not fatigued but stronger!
Very often great people are misunderstood and unfairly underestimated. But there will always be people who will admire him and always remember his name, that’s us, friends. We remember Mike and will always love him. He was an honest, very kind, and smart man. Rest in peace Mike and Ray too ❤️🙏
It's crazy how popular Mike has become in the last 5 years. I used to talk about his workouts and methods, and literally, no one would know what high intensity training was. They would always try and correct me and say, "You mean high interval training, right?". I don't entirely agree with his methods and long rest days, but I 100% agree with high intensity.
@Chonstantin because it's not optimal for gaining and maintaining size and strength. This is why no professional bodybuilders use his HIT programs, rather variations of it. You have to understand that he was trying to do the polar opposite of Arnold and the weider brothers' routines of high volume. The welders wanted to sell gym memberships, and Mike wanted to sell his modified Hit training by Arthur jones. Later, it was Dorian modifying Mike's training and selling his blood and guts VHS. The answer is somewhere in the middle of high intensity and volume.
@@Jasperkell But in my opinion, long rest days have a good logical explanation. You need to allow your muscles to recover. Maybe, the implementation of a long rest period one time a month is beneficial. It is my second week using Mike's method and the long rest period are frustrating, I want to go and workout but at the same time I don't want to because I understand what Mike is trying to say. HIT is good, my hands and shoulders hurt after the last workout. Mike also said that HIT is designed for natural individuals, but I don't know. I guess I will keep using his method and decide if there is beneficial for me. So far I really like HIT.
@Chonstantin If it is working for you, stick with it man! Mike was a very knowledgeable guy but also an esentric. He could be egotistical and dismiss anyone's philosophies but his own. Mike was the goat of bodybuilding, and I still very much look up to his perfect physique. He has some great information. You just need to see what works for you. A couple weeks is too early to tell if a routine works for you. You need at least 6 months to a year. Personally, I made some great progress but hit a plateau. I recover quickly even after HIT. The most I've ever needed is 2 days of rest before feeling fresh again. When I used both high intensity with some volume, 30-45 mins lifting, and 20 minutes of cardio, my physique looked a million times better, and I put on some quality muscle.
@@Chonstantin I did HIT for years and talked to Mike Mentzer on the phone. HIT is ok but it is great for beginners because it teaches you to truly find out what failure is and how many reps in reserve you have. It teaches you to become a little mentally tougher like the whole idea of the widowmaker 20 rep squats. There's definitely something to gain. Like the commentor below me it is good to give it a time period as well to see if it works, at least 2-3 months I would say. Here's some pro's of HIT -teaches you how to push your limits -helps you have a goal(push to failure) -is very quick so adapts well to an active life Some downsides -too long between sessions.(fewer chances to get better). -less calories expended during the week from fewer or shorter sessions can lead to higher bodyfat if your diet isnt cleaner -too much failure training can lead to degradation in technique and long periods of plateaus and weakness -going to complete failure training on some exercises-squats, deadlifts, bent rows, etc can be dangerous and unecessary The reason why increasing your volume or frequency can be very effective for strength and size is because more sessions =more chances to get more skilled and efficient at the main lifts so you get that brain wiring and you can lift more. Then you get bigger. Also, if you can adapt to more sessions weekly your body learns to heal faster and it has more muscle protein synthesis. In other words, you train once a week, your body learns to heal in a week. If you put higher demands(to a degree) it can learn to heal and grow at a much faster rate. Kinda like you can get a black belt in 7 years training 1-2x a week of if you go 4x a week you got 4x the training and that much knowledge in half the time.
At one point we have experienced how consistent and at times undeserved failure fades off the soul. Even in his worst he still left a lesson for all "Seek a path that works, never despair. " RIP Mentzer bros.
For me, Mike had the greatest physique of all time. I wasn't alive yet but man is it heartbreaking to hear what he could've done if the sport had a bit more integrity.
In order to train as hard as possible, You must retain a clear image of your purpose. Once your Goal is Sharp Laid but realistically Defined. All that remains is carrying out your plan. >>Don't however worry about your individual potential. Potential is only the expression if a possibility, something that can be assessed accurately only in retrospect. In other words: You'll never know how good you might have become unless you try. " So let's get with it! " -Mike Mentzer
It’s both sad and beautiful how much this guy means to so many people so many years later. This video is a respectful showcase of the delicacy of our mental state.
I recommend everyone to look at the 1980 Olympia. These people are truly legends. With limited resources, they produced amazing theories based on their own creativity. Not to mention the masculine energy they have. I seriously don't know if it is because of the people of the past or if the quality of Olympia has decreased, but Mike Mentzer and the people he competed with at that time are very special people wish i had a chance to watch the show.
he had such an unique mindset at the time and a great physique, Mike could have been as known as Arnold only if he kept chasing his goals, that 80's Olympia really screwed him, but even in the dark, even after death, he managed to become an important figure in bodybuilding even after many years, i hope he gets more and more recognized as time goes on, he deserves more
he simply wasn't likeable: he was smart but still a little naive; and people don't like the combination of someone being smart and questioning the powers that be. It's been my experience as well, and now I'm fading away as well...
I feel Mike , I feel him. He just wanted to show his love for bodybuilding and better others through it. I will keep his legacy alive, believe me or not.. I will bring Mentzer back, his methodology got me stronger faster and all. I want to expand on his knowledge and theory of muscular endurance through training till failure. It is a shame that nobody sees the value in exceptional individuals until it's way too late.. people always gravitate towards what's flashy not what's correct. “It is only within the context of having properly developed your mind that you will be able to truly enjoy the achievement of your material values, including that of a more muscular body.” - M.MENTZER
@Mantastic-ho3vmbecause the sport was severely corrupted, if it were to happen again but this time without all the corruption it had I’m sure Mike would’ve won
@@tomyshayo2522 bro, he is not your bro. Also, Mentzer was fifth and was not even close to winning. Maybe he should try Mr Mustache instead and leave Olympia for superior bodybuilders
As much as I admire platz, I think he is wrong about Mike and the 1980 mr Olympia . Mike said that he has lost contests before and never made any fuss, he just didn’t like that Arnold won when he clearly didn’t deserve it, and what annoyed him the most was that no matter how hard he tried, the contests were rigged, and this was proven in 81 as well, so even if Mike, fake congratulated Arnold (seeing how much of a real and straightforward person Mike was he wouldn’t have done it regardless) he would not have won the next year, because Mike was a firm believer in meritocracy. This is proven by the fact that Platz also did not won next year, despite congratulating Columbo. Platz is just too kind hearted and respectfully a little naive. Mike was smart, and in the 1980 he realised how corrupt the state of affairs was so he just walked away.
Maybe, but he carried that bitterness with him. Platz on the other hand, maybe naive, maybe with a simple outlook, but he carved his niece with no spite, and despite all the corruption etc. or maybe this has nothing to do with Mike’s later years, who knows, but hard to believe that losing that “purpose” he talked about didn’t play a role
@@davidec.4021 Mike had heart issues they started ever since he stopped professional bodybuilding. No one knows the official causes of this health problems. Hence why people started the rumour of him taking meth. My personal theory was the steroid usage, which he was very open about. So probably his body could not handle it in the long run.
This world’s evil and narrow vision didn’t had capability to see as far as Mike did, So it crushed him. Rest in peace legend the true 80s olympia Mike mentzer 👑🌃🏆
This to me is about the devastating effect of regret. Wanting to do good, yet failing, due to so many factors. However, he achieved a lot, that one thing, mattered most to him. I understand.
This was a beautiful video thank you. Just goes to show the type of people often remembered in history. Politicians and liars v.s an intellectual moral legend
His legend still lives on and always will I don’t think he understood how much of an impact he had on bodybuilding R.I.P big Mike you will always be the man
Intense training, with purposeful behaviour. Aimed at the goal of. Striving for greatness. In order to train as hard as possible. You must retain a clear image of your purpose. Once your goal has been laid before you, and realistically defined. All that remains is carrying out your plan. Do worry about individual potential. Potential is only the expression of a possibility. Something that can be assessed accurately. Only in retrospect. In other words. You will never know how great you might have become. Unless you try.
If only he knew how important he became after sadly passing away, mike. You may not be as famous as arnold or Tom or Kevin. You will always be my hero. I red his books and will try to make his knowledge live on for as long as possible.
This just breaks my heart.Its so painful to lose a gem like Whenever I watch him my eyes become moist.We love you mike ,you don't need any title to remain our heart forever. you are the Goat.You are the best ever Mike. This world don't deserve such gentelman.we miss you Mike.Rest in peace champions.❤❤❤
I love Mike Mentzer. I have read his books and deployed his philosophy of training. The life lesson I take away from his self sabotaging response to the 80’ Olympia is this: “ Life is not fair or objective. Learn to move past the resentments, bitterness, and losses and never give up.” RIP Mike
I m not saying Mike's methods were flawless but as an intermediate lifter, i seriously advocate for lower volume and higher intensity training just for a while. If u don't see changes u can always go back to ur old routine. But whoever reads this comment give it a try, u may not be disappointed.👍
This gave me chills, I preach Mike's H.I.T. philosophy at the gym, its changed my life in all aspects. I often listen to his audiotapes and take notes on paper just to have a good base of knowledge on bodybuilding, and even though Mike's philosophy isnt perfect, i think with the technology and knowledge we have today, it's the best training method to have as a solid base, and then once you gain experience you just tweak certain aspects of it along the way
0:12 I Began To Practice Body Building When I Was 16 Years , I Was Practice That Sport 5 Or 6 Days A Week But After A While The Coach Close His Jymaniziem So I Found It Difficult To Practice Body Building Sport Because That Jymaniziem Was Very Very Very Near From Me But After That Jymaniziem Closed I Had To Go Everday From 35 To 46 Minutes On Foot , So I Had To Stop That Sport , Now I Make Some Exercises At Home , Nothing Lasts For Good , That Is Life , Always Things Changing , Everything Depart And Leave , Only The Good Reputation And The Good Memories Remain , Nothing Lasts , Neather The Beauty Nor The Health Nor The Wealth Nor Anything , Only The Good Reputation And The Good Memories Lasts And Remain , So We All Hafta Leave Good And Beautiful Memories And Reputation, Many Many Many Thanks Per Your Attention And Thanks Again Per Taking Time To Read My Text.
One factor that affected mike a lot probably is the fact that despite him being helpful and kind to people he still lost to a snake that had friends help him the Olympia. he probably felt like the world was against him at that point. Arnold despite being that kind of a person having friends while Mike being helpful and kind no one was there
His idealism, principles and pride are what led to his premature death. That's a very important existential question each of us should ponder - how much value you attach to them and how much you are willing to lose to maintain them.
@@martinsuarezmonroy4917He was a all or nothing guy. Just like his Training Principle HIT, either do it all the way or dont do it at all. The opposite was arnorld was preaching with his twice a day training regime. So he was a guy that didnt tolerate anything less than what is the best. So when he lost to arnorld, instead of swallowing that bitter pill, he expressed himself the way anyone with dignitiy and passion to bodybuilding would do, but that one cost him his career. The amount of influence arnorld had in the sport back then was crazy, he literally decided you could say who is going to go to the top and who isnt. Arnorld is much more egoistical than people would think. His Ex-Girlfriend in the 80s said "Arnorld would do anything do become sucessfull, he´d leave anyone and anything behind just to make to the top". So basically arnorld would sacrifice anything, morals, other people etc. to make it himself. The Same Ex also mentioned in an interview, that arnorld occassionally would meet up people who had great infleunce which were doing shootings for gay magazines and gay content, he´d stay with them in an hotel for a night and come back. She pretty much lowkey said that arnorld was literally doing gay shootings or anything alike just to increase his chances to become more sucessfull. She said that for his fans it would be an unimagineable thing that their idol was doing these kind of things, but that was who he truely was. So all things considered, the fact that mike didnt accept this unfair treatment and that mike was actively talking AGAINST arnorlds trainings prinicple made him arnorld enemy. And anyone who was arnorlds enemy back then didnt make it.
I have always struggled at the gym to get any gains aka hard gainer, and even tho they’re not visible yet, after some weeks I’ve passed from 96kg to 101kg in muscle mass, my forearm and bicep veins also started to show, all thanks to the Heavy Intensity Training program Mike developed. Mike is the professor a teacher even after he died he still teacher thousands of people around the world. Yes Mr Olympia is just a title, and tittles sometimes don’t create a legacy. A crown makes you a king but your actions make you a leader, Mike may not have a crown but he has a legacy!
The Uncrowned Mr Olympia - RIP Mr Heavy Duty.
actually he won the 1979 Olympia, for me he is a Mr Olympia! (he won >200 and lost overall to Zane who was
Tom platz: Mike really helped everyone.
Mike mentzer when he needed people the most: *crickets*
Life can be so cruel... may he rest in peace.
they tried to help him he was a drug addict and alcoholic didn't want to help himself
@@raffe6865 they tried to help him? Really.. I mean did you not do any research into Mike mentzer? That’s what you think help is? Wow. 😂
😢😢😢😢😢
He put the meth in method.
Classic depression. Mike could not cope with the fact that the world did not share his high moral principles. He was an intellectual trapped in a world of fools and corruption, and he found himself without purpose. Once he no longer aspired to a false trophy, his life lost meaning. The high bar he set for himself became a prison.
I agree but he should’ve realised the world doesn’t revolve around him and had he persevered he probably would have 2 or 3 Olympias (the right way)
No chance. Mike represented a complete debunking of Weider's principles and Arnold's training methods. There is no chance they would have allowed Mike to win and destroy the Weider empire. No chance.
@@tektoniks_architects Yep, he was fighting against a very high tide with lot of money and power in the industry , I love Arnolds movies but he is not a good man.
You're exactly right.
Mike was right about the world not being built on objective reality. Most people and systems in this world are walking double standards. His only hope was to abandon thinking about that fact. A very hard thing to do.
"You'll never know how good you might have become unless you try" pure bodybuilding
Stuck with me, wrote it dowwn. So true in all areas of life
And that's it.
Mr.Olympia didn't deserve Mike !👑
The world dude, people were not prepared for him and his knowledge, the best bodybuilder of the history, he contribute a lot.
He won the 80s olympia
I personally think Chris Dickerson won that. But Arnold definitely didn’t
I agree.
@Mantastic-ho3vm because the judge is arnold friend
@Mantastic-ho3vm he came only when 2 days left, when he had to register for the competition 1 month in advance, and you clown are saying that judges were not his friends? Okay))
Nope, he was fifth and the only reason you think he should won is because he kept blabbing about it for 20 years. His ridiculous controversial bs he was spreading to make a quick buck to support his addictions and lazy lifestyle are the only reason you know who he is now.
A lot of brilliant intellectual people's will be famous only after they pass away
but he was not one of those people
@@nahyoulyin in bodybuilding
He was THE SMARTEST one EVER not one of the but THE SMARTEST
Millions will agree with this
@@nahyoulyinIts amazing how there are fanboy haters even in bodybuilding. Get a life bro.
@@DickRileyTheConquistadorhe probably just likes to dickride the Nazi
@@nahyoulyinwhat have you done with your life?
Mikes posing is raw art just breath taking
"Train very hard"
Mike reminds me of my grandparents: highly intellectual, with strong moral convictions and attitudes but a very sensitive heart underneath it all. Whenever something like Arnold winning the Olympia happens, it cuts into the intense parts of the heart, and a bitterness forms that poisons their soul. I'm glad Mike's methods are in the lime light again so we can remember his memory of when he was 'That Guy', rather then what he became.
He’s completely changed my thinking and my way of training and living life. Thank you Mike Mentzer
So you're doing meth like him too?
It really bugs me all these fitness gurus bashing, criticizing and critiquing him I don’t think they even tried it!
Mike was all about building and strengthening the mind and body
that was beautiful..same here
He lives on through his training philosophies
philosophies that have been disproven several times over and over again throughout the progression of biomechanics and exercise science. Mike Mentzer wasn't a genius he was a drug addict that said a few smart things. a broken clock is right twice a day.
I just wish Mike could know that he is so loved and respected today
Mike is the Nikola Tesla of bodybuilding
The curse of the glorious mustache
That's actually a great comparison
Makes Arnold Thomas Edison
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Perfectly stated comment
2:05 man, this whole piece of advice goes way beyond just bodybuilding. Dude knows what he’s talking about.
“Happiness in intelligent people is the rarest thing I know”
Thats pseudointellectual gibberish. Just because extremely dumb people might be less prone to worrying too much, the contrary doesn't hold for the smart people.
@@mattischlese5385 You missed the point of those words then. Its not the those that are less gifted are more happy and can't worry, Its to point out the many smart people know there place in the greater world around them, knowing that how many things are beyond ones control, knowing the limits of what you can ever do. It drain away the magic life gives us.
@@ducklord2000 I know this trope about "understanding an underlaying layer of correlation and contingency" but I think it's dumb :D Being happy means working with and for yourself, this can be achieved by smart and dumb people alike because the layer of taking action in a human's perception is ubiquitous. So to get back to OPs point: "Happiness in intelligent people is the rarest thing I know" is an obvious symptom of Dunning-Kruger - you THINK that you are among the "knowing" but simultaneously put out a rather romantic generalization and idealization of a fixed causation which is simply stupid.
So whoever agrees with this statement links his own misery with a supposed intelligence and finds solace in this. But this is not true: "Pulling data from thousands of people logged in the UK Biobank, researchers found that people with higher intelligence did not have higher rates of depression. In fact, they had less anxiety, PTSD, neurotic tendencies, and trauma than those with lower intelligence" (medical news today)
Thats just complete bs. Intelligent people should have the ability to rationalize their situation that benefits their mental well being. I guess there's a limit that if you are moderately intelligent you still don't have the ability to be happy and only truly intelligent people can be happy because they are intelligent enough to know that they can be happy no matter what.
@@timn4481thanks for the answer, it sounds reasonable and maybe is true. Still, I was reacting to this specific sentence from OP, which generously included all intelligent people. If you follow this, take just the (disputed) IQ as measurement and even go from 115 upwards, there are simply too many people to fall into your category. I'll keep my stance due to the context of this (honestly super-corny, and just judging by the level of rhetorical aesthetics super uncomfortable and heavily barf-inducing) post.
Man, you can really hear the sadness in Tom Platz's voice when he speaks about Mike. God bless them both!
Mike the goat
Mike Mentzer won. I followed Mentzer's training program. In one year, I've gain more muscle and strength than when I was younger. I'm 31 and I'm more athletic than when I was in my 20's.
What are some changes you did that you would see 'crucial' after following his program. Watched a several videos on him but never deeply searched for it
@@kemalsarpcomert3114I assume you need to train for failure and beyond. Track progression and have clear-cut goals. And obviously, rest. Resting more and allowing your muscles to recover so the next time you lift you're not fatigued but stronger!
Mike was ahead of his time.
The saddest stories are always about the greatest men
A Mentzer enthusiastfrom Iran i see
@@mahdigharanli right. And there's a many mentzer lovers here.
Best Mike Mentzer edit ever made
Thank You!
Yes, truly fantastic stuff
name song
Very often great people are misunderstood and unfairly underestimated. But there will always be people who will admire him and always remember his name, that’s us, friends. We remember Mike and will always love him. He was an honest, very kind, and smart man. Rest in peace Mike and Ray too ❤️🙏
It's crazy how popular Mike has become in the last 5 years. I used to talk about his workouts and methods, and literally, no one would know what high intensity training was. They would always try and correct me and say, "You mean high interval training, right?". I don't entirely agree with his methods and long rest days, but I 100% agree with high intensity.
Why don't you agree with his long rest periods ?
@Chonstantin because it's not optimal for gaining and maintaining size and strength. This is why no professional bodybuilders use his HIT programs, rather variations of it. You have to understand that he was trying to do the polar opposite of Arnold and the weider brothers' routines of high volume. The welders wanted to sell gym memberships, and Mike wanted to sell his modified Hit training by Arthur jones. Later, it was Dorian modifying Mike's training and selling his blood and guts VHS. The answer is somewhere in the middle of high intensity and volume.
@@Jasperkell But in my opinion, long rest days have a good logical explanation. You need to allow your muscles to recover. Maybe, the implementation of a long rest period one time a month is beneficial.
It is my second week using Mike's method and the long rest period are frustrating, I want to go and workout but at the same time I don't want to because I understand what Mike is trying to say.
HIT is good, my hands and shoulders hurt after the last workout.
Mike also said that HIT is designed for natural individuals, but I don't know. I guess I will keep using his method and decide if there is beneficial for me. So far I really like HIT.
@Chonstantin If it is working for you, stick with it man! Mike was a very knowledgeable guy but also an esentric. He could be egotistical and dismiss anyone's philosophies but his own. Mike was the goat of bodybuilding, and I still very much look up to his perfect physique. He has some great information. You just need to see what works for you. A couple weeks is too early to tell if a routine works for you. You need at least 6 months to a year. Personally, I made some great progress but hit a plateau. I recover quickly even after HIT. The most I've ever needed is 2 days of rest before feeling fresh again. When I used both high intensity with some volume, 30-45 mins lifting, and 20 minutes of cardio, my physique looked a million times better, and I put on some quality muscle.
@@Chonstantin I did HIT for years and talked to Mike Mentzer on the phone. HIT is ok but it is great for beginners because it teaches you to truly find out what failure is and how many reps in reserve you have. It teaches you to become a little mentally tougher like the whole idea of the widowmaker 20 rep squats. There's definitely something to gain. Like the commentor below me it is good to give it a time period as well to see if it works, at least 2-3 months I would say.
Here's some pro's of HIT
-teaches you how to push your limits
-helps you have a goal(push to failure)
-is very quick so adapts well to an active life
Some downsides
-too long between sessions.(fewer chances to get better).
-less calories expended during the week from fewer or shorter sessions can lead to higher bodyfat if your diet isnt cleaner
-too much failure training can lead to degradation in technique and long periods of plateaus and weakness
-going to complete failure training on some exercises-squats, deadlifts, bent rows, etc can be dangerous and unecessary
The reason why increasing your volume or frequency can be very effective for strength and size is because more sessions =more chances to get more skilled and efficient at the main lifts so you get that brain wiring and you can lift more. Then you get bigger. Also, if you can adapt to more sessions weekly your body learns to heal faster and it has more muscle protein synthesis. In other words, you train once a week, your body learns to heal in a week. If you put higher demands(to a degree) it can learn to heal and grow at a much faster rate. Kinda like you can get a black belt in 7 years training 1-2x a week of if you go 4x a week you got 4x the training and that much knowledge in half the time.
Rip Mike Mentzer. Thank you for helping me and many others on the path of self improvement. We will do you proud.
THIS'S BODYBUILDING
At one point we have experienced how consistent and at times undeserved failure fades off the soul.
Even in his worst he still left a lesson for all "Seek a path that works, never despair. "
RIP Mentzer bros.
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For me, Mike had the greatest physique of all time. I wasn't alive yet but man is it heartbreaking to hear what he could've done if the sport had a bit more integrity.
REAL. (I cried)
I find it so sad that his brother died only 2 days after Mike died
In order to train as hard as possible, You must retain a clear image of your purpose.
Once your Goal is Sharp Laid but realistically Defined. All that remains is carrying out your plan.
>>Don't however worry about your individual potential. Potential is only the expression if a possibility, something that can be assessed accurately only in retrospect.
In other words: You'll never know how good you might have become unless you try.
" So let's get with it! "
-Mike Mentzer
He won in our hearts 😔
What a beautiful edit, made me tear up. Mike Mentzer will always be remembered
Very sad Mike was a hero of mine in the 70s still have a magazine with him on the cover from 45 years ago still can't believe it
I have the 1979 Muscle Builder Power with Mike on the cover.
It’s both sad and beautiful how much this guy means to so many people so many years later. This video is a respectful showcase of the delicacy of our mental state.
I recommend everyone to look at the 1980 Olympia. These people are truly legends. With limited resources, they produced amazing theories based on their own creativity. Not to mention the masculine energy they have. I seriously don't know if it is because of the people of the past or if the quality of Olympia has decreased, but Mike Mentzer and the people he competed with at that time are very special people wish i had a chance to watch the show.
I couldn't continue the video... RIP Mike.
"The epitome of what we should strive to be as bodybuilders"RIP Mike mentzer may your legacy live on in our hearts and minds. ❤💪
“arnold idk how tf u did it…” best perspective ever
The best Mike mentzer
They broke him, what else can we say Rip Legend.
Phenomenal video. Honestly depicted Mike's life in a fantastic manner. Thank you for this video.
he had such an unique mindset at the time and a great physique,
Mike could have been as known as Arnold only if he kept chasing his goals, that 80's Olympia really screwed him, but even in the dark, even after death, he managed to become an important figure in bodybuilding even after many years, i hope he gets more and more recognized as time goes on, he deserves more
he simply wasn't likeable: he was smart but still a little naive; and people don't like the combination of someone being smart and questioning the powers that be. It's been my experience as well, and now I'm fading away as well...
Goodness, that made me sad. Rest in peace, Mike and Ray.
I feel Mike , I feel him.
He just wanted to show his love for bodybuilding and better others through it.
I will keep his legacy alive, believe me or not..
I will bring Mentzer back, his methodology got me stronger faster and all.
I want to expand on his knowledge and theory of muscular endurance through training till failure.
It is a shame that nobody sees the value in exceptional individuals until it's way too late..
people always gravitate towards what's flashy not what's correct.
“It is only within the context of having properly developed your mind that you will be able to truly enjoy the achievement of your material values, including that of a more muscular body.” - M.MENTZER
Objectively, he won
@Mantastic-ho3vmbecause the sport was severely corrupted, if it were to happen again but this time without all the corruption it had I’m sure Mike would’ve won
@Mantastic-ho3vm bro that’s just disrespect
@Mantastic-ho3vm Are you on every mike mentzer video commenting trash? It seems like it.
@@tomyshayo2522 bro, he is not your bro. Also, Mentzer was fifth and was not even close to winning. Maybe he should try Mr Mustache instead and leave Olympia for superior bodybuilders
@@krystofodehnal9448 quit your bs and give some respect lil bro
the Van Gogh of Bodybuilding
A true martyr if there ever was one. Love that man...
fly high king🕊
Mike actually changed my perspective on life and my way of working out you will be remembered forever 🤝🏼
When legends talk about legend
Mike won the 1980 Olympia, he won
RIP MIKE AND RAY MENTZER
You gave Mike justice.
RIP Mr. Heavy Duty. Truly a legend
As much as I admire platz, I think he is wrong about Mike and the 1980 mr Olympia . Mike said that he has lost contests before and never made any fuss, he just didn’t like that Arnold won when he clearly didn’t deserve it, and what annoyed him the most was that no matter how hard he tried, the contests were rigged, and this was proven in 81 as well, so even if Mike, fake congratulated Arnold (seeing how much of a real and straightforward person Mike was he wouldn’t have done it regardless) he would not have won the next year, because Mike was a firm believer in meritocracy. This is proven by the fact that Platz also did not won next year, despite congratulating Columbo. Platz is just too kind hearted and respectfully a little naive. Mike was smart, and in the 1980 he realised how corrupt the state of affairs was so he just walked away.
couldn't agree anymore, much respect to Mentzer and his followers (I am a firm believer in his theories and way of living)
Maybe, but he carried that bitterness with him. Platz on the other hand, maybe naive, maybe with a simple outlook, but he carved his niece with no spite, and despite all the corruption etc.
or maybe this has nothing to do with Mike’s later years, who knows, but hard to believe that losing that “purpose” he talked about didn’t play a role
This! Thank you for writing this so well.
@@davidec.4021 Mike had heart issues they started ever since he stopped professional bodybuilding. No one knows the official causes of this health problems. Hence why people started the rumour of him taking meth. My personal theory was the steroid usage, which he was very open about. So probably his body could not handle it in the long run.
@@TheDjcj619 is what Mike himself has said. And what happened for both Platz and Mike.
This world’s evil and narrow vision didn’t had capability to see as far as Mike did, So it crushed him. Rest in peace legend the true 80s olympia Mike mentzer 👑🌃🏆
When I started applying his techniques to my workout it blew my mind that I was getting more results while working out less.
This to me is about the devastating effect of regret. Wanting to do good, yet failing, due to so many factors. However, he achieved a lot, that one thing, mattered most to him. I understand.
It’s amazing to see him blowing up as much as he is now . Wish he was around to see it . He would be a an amazing interview today
I was born in 1995 and I read his book in 2023... It still breaks my heart that it took me so many years to discover him 🥺😔
A mind like that is a double edged sword. Capable of greatness but equally as capable of eating itself if left unchecked.
This was a beautiful video thank you. Just goes to show the type of people often remembered in history. Politicians and liars v.s an intellectual moral legend
Thank you, Mike Mentzer 🕊️
Those ending poses.
There are many bodybuilders out there that look well put together, but don’t look “powerful”. Mike Mentzer look good and powerful. RIP Sir! 🦾🦾🦾
His legend still lives on and always will I don’t think he understood how much of an impact he had on bodybuilding R.I.P big Mike you will always be the man
Mike was Mr Olympia!
A legend.
Man Tom Platz as a way with words, it’s just beautiful.
HE DESERVED BETTER
Intense training, with purposeful behaviour. Aimed at the goal of. Striving for greatness. In order to train as hard as possible. You must retain a clear image of your purpose. Once your goal has been laid before you, and realistically defined. All that remains is carrying out your plan. Do worry about individual potential. Potential is only the expression of a possibility. Something that can be assessed accurately. Only in retrospect.
In other words. You will never know how great you might have become. Unless you try.
If only he knew how important he became after sadly passing away, mike. You may not be as famous as arnold or Tom or Kevin. You will always be my hero. I red his books and will try to make his knowledge live on for as long as possible.
This just breaks my heart.Its so painful to lose a gem like Whenever I watch him my eyes become moist.We love you mike ,you don't need any title to remain our heart forever. you are the Goat.You are the best ever Mike. This world don't deserve such gentelman.we miss you Mike.Rest in peace champions.❤❤❤
I love Mike Mentzer.
I have read his books and deployed his philosophy of training.
The life lesson I take away from his self sabotaging response to the 80’ Olympia is this: “ Life is not fair or objective. Learn to move past the resentments, bitterness, and losses and never give up.” RIP Mike
"You'll never now how good you might have become unless you try"
The Mentzer brothers had some internal demons that they never could get over
I m not saying Mike's methods were flawless but as an intermediate lifter, i seriously advocate for lower volume and higher intensity training just for a while. If u don't see changes u can always go back to ur old routine. But whoever reads this comment give it a try, u may not be disappointed.👍
Im writing this for promotion because this video deserve more views. Gorgeous edit, gorgeous Mike, gorgeous legacy.
very sad story, rip Mike.
Just a title that bodybuilders work for years for !
This gave me chills, I preach Mike's H.I.T. philosophy at the gym, its changed my life in all aspects. I often listen to his audiotapes and take notes on paper just to have a good base of knowledge on bodybuilding, and even though Mike's philosophy isnt perfect, i think with the technology and knowledge we have today, it's the best training method to have as a solid base, and then once you gain experience you just tweak certain aspects of it along the way
❤Thank you Mike ❤
لقد كان أسطورة في كل شيء تعلق بكمال الاجسام والفكر
this needs more views
Ele deixou seu legado, cabe a nós seguir e melhorar para honrar sua memória...
He missed 1980 but now he won 21 century 🎉🎉🎉
Very sad 😢 He is still my Hero.
Man this video broke my heart, powerful stuff 💔
This is sad as fuck man, I wish he had won
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bless him
for me ❤ always was mike the best and he will stay the best after 100 years ❤❤
One factor that affected mike a lot probably is the fact that despite him being helpful and kind to people he still lost to a snake that had friends help him the Olympia. he probably felt like the world was against him at that point. Arnold despite being that kind of a person having friends while Mike being helpful and kind no one was there
Honestly it was mike that led me to medical studies and to 6kg of lean muscle and strength.
His idealism, principles and pride are what led to his premature death. That's a very important existential question each of us should ponder - how much value you attach to them and how much you are willing to lose to maintain them.
New to Mike and his ideas. Fascinating. Could you expand on this, what do you mean his principles led to his death?
R.I.P
@@martinsuarezmonroy4917He was a all or nothing guy. Just like his Training Principle HIT, either do it all the way or dont do it at all. The opposite was arnorld was preaching with his twice a day training regime. So he was a guy that didnt tolerate anything less than what is the best. So when he lost to arnorld, instead of swallowing that bitter pill, he expressed himself the way anyone with dignitiy and passion to bodybuilding would do, but that one cost him his career. The amount of influence arnorld had in the sport back then was crazy, he literally decided you could say who is going to go to the top and who isnt.
Arnorld is much more egoistical than people would think. His Ex-Girlfriend in the 80s said "Arnorld would do anything do become sucessfull, he´d leave anyone and anything behind just to make to the top". So basically arnorld would sacrifice anything, morals, other people etc. to make it himself.
The Same Ex also mentioned in an interview, that arnorld occassionally would meet up people who had great infleunce which were doing shootings for gay magazines and gay content, he´d stay with them in an hotel for a night and come back.
She pretty much lowkey said that arnorld was literally doing gay shootings or anything alike just to increase his chances to become more sucessfull. She said that for his fans it would be an unimagineable thing that their idol was doing these kind of things, but that was who he truely was.
So all things considered, the fact that mike didnt accept this unfair treatment and that mike was actively talking AGAINST arnorlds trainings prinicple made him arnorld enemy. And anyone who was arnorlds enemy back then didnt make it.
Incredible video
It makes me want to carry the torch
Mike Mentzer won that Olympia
Rest in peace Mike respect you a lot
I have always struggled at the gym to get any gains aka hard gainer, and even tho they’re not visible yet, after some weeks I’ve passed from 96kg to 101kg in muscle mass, my forearm and bicep veins also started to show, all thanks to the Heavy Intensity Training program Mike developed. Mike is the professor a teacher even after he died he still teacher thousands of people around the world.
Yes Mr Olympia is just a title, and tittles sometimes don’t create a legacy. A crown makes you a king but your actions make you a leader, Mike may not have a crown but he has a legacy!