Travis helped inspire me to make a change and start taking care of myself. December of 2017 I was 118,5 kg (261.25 lb) had a chronic migraine and had one or two sick-days a month and taking anti-depressants (for the migraine) which, amongst other side effects, made me tired all day to the point where I'd just have to sleep during breaks. I and a few others at work got the chance to get 30 minutes two days a week to walk before lunch, the CR crew had been talking about health on Talks and I just decided that if they could do it now was my chance. I started walking 10 km a day, eventually I could jog a few days a week. Now I hit the gym after work twice a week, I've done two running competitions, and run like 10+ km (6.2+ miles) three times a week, I'm off the anti-depressants since like april and I've lost 31,4 kg so far (69,2 lb). At this point, I've honestly never been in better shape. I feel great, I look pretty alright now that I wear medium instead of XXL, and I have not had a sickday in over 215 days. Being healthy is great... but buying new clothes is a bit expensive :P I'm aiming for 78 kg (172 lb) by february next year and that should be quite achievable I think. Might get myself a Jox Machina shirt to celebrate then... I mean most of my clothes are too big now xD
That is so awesome!! I feel your pain of your clothes not fitting, keep up the good work, and it will only happen again. ;) I have/had chronic migraines myself, and I too noticed that when I could be more active, and lost weight they lowered in frequency for me as well, I'm glad to read I'm not the only one to find that solution! :D
this is so interesting to hear as i am like you at the begining of your journey, so many migraines and fuzziness between that i have just changed jobs and changed lifestyle. thank you for giving me hope
@@deegandeloof4953 Lol I was roped into playing football in middle and high school entirely because I was bigger and (mostly) stronger than my peers, despite having no real interest in the sport
Thank you, Travis! I think it's great to see someone speak up about staying healthy; I find many gamers have sharp minds, but could really benefit themselves by looking after their bodies more.
He's an inspiration. Jocks get a bad rap sometimes. I love dnd and have been a DM for over 10 years now but in that time ive also won several body building competitions. Keep up the exercise everyone. Its never to late to start getting your health into gear!
Such an all around good guy. I struggle with staying motivated and not being able to keep up with guys who have been athletes since they were young. I feel it's way harder when you start later in life
It took me like 6 years to change from really lazy gamer to very activate athlete and it wasn't motivation that got me out of my chair. Focus on a goal and use discipline, don't chase a dream but walk toward an objective. That's my two cents on the matter, I wish you all the luck and success !
I relate so much to the concept of being the best version of myself. It's something that I have had a desire to be before watching this and this video helps motivate me.
This is great! I fell off the workout wagon over the summer and have been needing some motivation to get back on. Us nerds can use some extra inspiration in that department from time to time. Thanks for taking the risk to expand the subject matter you're getting into on this channel.
Thank you for talking about these things. Martial arts and physical training are my passions, alongside D&D and writing. Its all a part of the journey!
Travis' words inspire me to actually do excercise more than yells from my concerned aunt. This is how you inspire, ngl. Great job, Travis (and thank you DnD Beyond for releasing this video)
anyone who works out will tell you consistency is Always key! so when this wonderful man says to make a change then sticking with it he couldnt be more correct. just be consistent and the results you want will be achieved. if people can play WoW for 9 hours a day an hour at the gym isnt going to kill anyone lol ill always be a memeber of Jocks Machina! Your the man Travis
My feeling of self hate and not wanting to be seen working out is stronger than the good feeling I get from working out. I go for walks at night to stay healthy.
Please try to remember that just about everyone who would see you working out has themselves been in that same position once. I get so angry when I see people at the gym laughing at heavyset people who are working their ass off (literally), because it wasn't that long ago when I was that heavyset guy. The reason that this video is so inspiring is because it focuses on what's important: being the best version of yourself. When I've been fit, there were always people with bigger muscles than me. When I've been unfit, there were always people worse off. But if you're becoming the best version of yourself, then you find that there's no point in comparing yourself to them (good or bad), because they're not you. Be the best version of yourself. No matter what others do or what others say, you will have won. Make it happen.
perhaps not as much for men as for women like myself, but if you aren't a super active person, going for walks, or heck, going for hikes is GREAT exercise - you get cardio and at least a good leg session! And a really nice view if you go hiking round this time of year - it's fall here, all the leaves are changing colour, perfect time to go for a hike!
Actually it's not as bad as it looks. I read a research article that claimed that by staying fit you indeed live longer, about the same amount of time it takes to work out. So there is no net-gain in lifespan but you do get to have a fitter body.... hmm, That does sound like a win, doesn't it?
Surely there are other people that play D&D out there? Don't get me wrong, I love the guys from CR as much as anyone else, but this channel lacks diversity. You guys interview the same four people pretty much all the time. It's gotten to the point that the interviews are redundant because everyone asks basically the same questions. Get someone from Acquisitions Inc. or even Girls, Guts, Glory, now that they're back. Or any of the multiple not-quite-as-popular-but-still-pretty-popular D&D streams. Those people are pretty interesting as well.
I think some of it may be that they are the main sponsor for CR. Push CR, that reps D&D Beyond, synergistic promotion. CR actually had a Handbooker Helper recently with one of the cast from Girls, Guts, Glory fwiw.
Travis helped inspire me to make a change and start taking care of myself. December of 2017 I was 118,5 kg (261.25 lb) had a chronic migraine and had one or two sick-days a month and taking anti-depressants (for the migraine) which, amongst other side effects, made me tired all day to the point where I'd just have to sleep during breaks. I and a few others at work got the chance to get 30 minutes two days a week to walk before lunch, the CR crew had been talking about health on Talks and I just decided that if they could do it now was my chance.
I started walking 10 km a day, eventually I could jog a few days a week. Now I hit the gym after work twice a week, I've done two running competitions, and run like 10+ km (6.2+ miles) three times a week, I'm off the anti-depressants since like april and I've lost 31,4 kg so far (69,2 lb). At this point, I've honestly never been in better shape. I feel great, I look pretty alright now that I wear medium instead of XXL, and I have not had a sickday in over 215 days. Being healthy is great... but buying new clothes is a bit expensive :P
I'm aiming for 78 kg (172 lb) by february next year and that should be quite achievable I think. Might get myself a Jox Machina shirt to celebrate then... I mean most of my clothes are too big now xD
That is so awesome!! I feel your pain of your clothes not fitting, keep up the good work, and it will only happen again. ;) I have/had chronic migraines myself, and I too noticed that when I could be more active, and lost weight they lowered in frequency for me as well, I'm glad to read I'm not the only one to find that solution! :D
this is so interesting to hear as i am like you at the begining of your journey, so many migraines and fuzziness between that i have just changed jobs and changed lifestyle. thank you for giving me hope
I like this reminder that having a nerdy hobby does not limit the other dimensions of your life.
" You Come Here. You Hit People Because You're Bigger than them." XD
I've never related to a quote more in my life
@@kaimcdragonfist4803 I've never not related to something more, but it is still now my favorite quote.
@@deegandeloof4953 Lol I was roped into playing football in middle and high school entirely because I was bigger and (mostly) stronger than my peers, despite having no real interest in the sport
I can see where Grog got it from. XD
Travis is positive masculinity given form. Such a talented artist, gem of a player, and overall a good guy.
I’m a competitive Strongman, I pull dump trucks and lift cars off the ground, and I’m a DM. Love being big and freaky strong, and love D&D.
Thank you, Travis! I think it's great to see someone speak up about staying healthy; I find many gamers have sharp minds, but could really benefit themselves by looking after their bodies more.
Not only that but some look down on those who do.
Nerds (like myself) need to look to the ancient Greeks: strengthen the body to strengthen the mind.
He's an inspiration. Jocks get a bad rap sometimes. I love dnd and have been a DM for over 10 years now but in that time ive also won several body building competitions. Keep up the exercise everyone. Its never to late to start getting your health into gear!
'I grew six inches over the summer'... and at that moment, both Laura Bailey and I had to silence our dirty minds.
Franklin George Jnr Hedgehog Armadillo The Third *insert Jester’s ‘fully cocked’ joke from last CR episode* ? XD
Hahaha perfect
LuL
Love your work Travis. Huge man crush. i'm a single father of 3 teenagers, D&D every friday and train 5 times a week. Your an inspiration.
Such an all around good guy. I struggle with staying motivated and not being able to keep up with guys who have been athletes since they were young. I feel it's way harder when you start later in life
Mostly because the habit isn't established. You can do it though!
It took me like 6 years to change from really lazy gamer to very activate athlete and it wasn't motivation that got me out of my chair. Focus on a goal and use discipline, don't chase a dream but walk toward an objective. That's my two cents on the matter, I wish you all the luck and success !
Travis is awesome
This is actually very inspirational for me and makes me want to make a exercise schedule.
Yes! A couple months ago I started going three times a week with some friends. Before that I'd never been in a gym. It feels great!
Do it. Don't consider it or plan to do it or say you'll do it tomorrow. The only way is to just do it now. And good luck to you!
Alright, gonna do some push-ups right now. All that talk about the best self is too inspiring and relatable :D
Honestly, this interview was something I needed to hear. Thanks Travis and DND Beyond. ❤
Unless you're Sam, you better be willing to work for that acting career.
I relate so much to the concept of being the best version of myself. It's something that I have had a desire to be before watching this and this video helps motivate me.
Saw this and started lifting some weights. Thank you Travis for reminding me to take care of myself.
This is great! I fell off the workout wagon over the summer and have been needing some motivation to get back on. Us nerds can use some extra inspiration in that department from time to time. Thanks for taking the risk to expand the subject matter you're getting into on this channel.
Proud martial artist, lifter, and D&D nerd. Do what makes you happy!
I didn't know he was a swimmer?! I have even more respect for him now
Thank you for talking about these things. Martial arts and physical training are my passions, alongside D&D and writing. Its all a part of the journey!
Travis and Joe are paving the way for a new generation of buff nerds.
Travis' words inspire me to actually do excercise more than yells from my concerned aunt. This is how you inspire, ngl. Great job, Travis (and thank you DnD Beyond for releasing this video)
Oh wow. This must've been recorded a long time ago.
Stream of Many Eyes
Yeah, they post stuff like crazy far after recording lately.
Yyyyyyup. Super late on most of these. Not sure why that’s the case.
Hey, gives them a chance to have regular content rather than it all in a pile, plus they get to edit a bit
I Live in Minnesota!!!
anyone who works out will tell you consistency is Always key! so when this wonderful man says to make a change then sticking with it he couldnt be more correct. just be consistent and the results you want will be achieved. if people can play WoW for 9 hours a day an hour at the gym isnt going to kill anyone lol ill always be a memeber of Jocks Machina! Your the man Travis
So many great gifs in here...
Travis is such a gem.
Travis Willingham voices Isaac Frost for Fight Night Champion
Hell yea! Jocks Machina :D
I love this because for us athletic nerd folk, we see that it is possible to live both lives
Yeah, people will judge you in a gym, most people will judge you by thinking "Hey, he does something to get into shape"
My feeling of self hate and not wanting to be seen working out is stronger than the good feeling I get from working out. I go for walks at night to stay healthy.
Go with friends! That's how I do it
Hell, I miss walking at night. Living where I do now, that's not an option unless I want to risk getting mugged.
Please try to remember that just about everyone who would see you working out has themselves been in that same position once. I get so angry when I see people at the gym laughing at heavyset people who are working their ass off (literally), because it wasn't that long ago when I was that heavyset guy. The reason that this video is so inspiring is because it focuses on what's important: being the best version of yourself. When I've been fit, there were always people with bigger muscles than me. When I've been unfit, there were always people worse off. But if you're becoming the best version of yourself, then you find that there's no point in comparing yourself to them (good or bad), because they're not you.
Be the best version of yourself. No matter what others do or what others say, you will have won. Make it happen.
You can still do pushups at home.
perhaps not as much for men as for women like myself, but if you aren't a super active person, going for walks, or heck, going for hikes is GREAT exercise - you get cardio and at least a good leg session! And a really nice view if you go hiking round this time of year - it's fall here, all the leaves are changing colour, perfect time to go for a hike!
Love me some Travis
This is a great video.
Oh, hey Pruitt
How is this brilliant guy also playing Fjord?
Let's home he got a home gym with all the Kickstarter money before the lockdown happened.
I’m currently working to lose 50 lbs. Thanks Travis.
Just in time for a quick snack!
good stuff
Do you think they kept some weights backstage for Jocks Machina in order to maintain a pump?
wow a+ dad material
Expecting in July... how long ago was this filmed?
Before July
Stream of Many Eyes, I think
oh and BTW my jags are going to OWN dallas this week!! lol
Some of the voice actors sound the same from the games and sometimes different
lol 2:40 to 2:43.....
The Jesters out there know what I mean xD
I feel kinda uneasy with faces that close? Just a bit further would be perfect.
frits
get healthier, live longer. what a horrible deal
Actually it's not as bad as it looks. I read a research article that claimed that by staying fit you indeed live longer, about the same amount of time it takes to work out.
So there is no net-gain in lifespan but you do get to have a fitter body....
hmm, That does sound like a win, doesn't it?
Surely there are other people that play D&D out there? Don't get me wrong, I love the guys from CR as much as anyone else, but this channel lacks diversity. You guys interview the same four people pretty much all the time. It's gotten to the point that the interviews are redundant because everyone asks basically the same questions. Get someone from Acquisitions Inc. or even Girls, Guts, Glory, now that they're back. Or any of the multiple not-quite-as-popular-but-still-pretty-popular D&D streams. Those people are pretty interesting as well.
I think some of it may be that they are the main sponsor for CR. Push CR, that reps D&D Beyond, synergistic promotion. CR actually had a Handbooker Helper recently with one of the cast from Girls, Guts, Glory fwiw.