How One Of My Subscribers Turned His Life Around
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- Опубліковано 10 лют 2024
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Hope you find this as inspirational as I did 👍🏼
Hell yes!! What a beast!!
Hi Mark. I've just emailed you regarding this.
Absolutely inspirational stuff too. Positivity is infectious.
What a cool, tough chap.
Crying watching this, your gut was right, great story & so inspirational
It’s truly awesome ❤️
"It's what you do when nobody else is around that makes the difference" - truer words never told. Well done (and said) that man.
I wrote those words down, to be inspired by!
That hit a cord... cause when nobody else is around is when I decide to eat. :/ Time to start loving myself.
I didn't much want to walk today, but watching this video has pushed me to get up and get outside to walk the at least 5,000 daily steps I promised myself I would walk. In two weeks, I hope to be at 10,000 daily steps. Thanks for the encouragement. Diane, aged 77.
I was in the same boat a month ago. Got bored of walking and now I'm running.
Keep doing something everyday and you'll find you want to get better automatically.
All the best.
That's brilliant. Well done. Keep going.
Way to go! It’s cold and snowy here but now I’m going to take a walk after shovelling
I don't think my knees can keep up I'm 48
Rookie numbers
Goosebumps and a small tear here. Love seeing this stuff. Not because I need the motivation, but seeing a fellow human being getting it done is great!
Could not have put it better myself. Content like this is what UA-cam is for for, pure inspiration. 👍👍
❤❤ pure class comment 👍🏻
‘Stop making plans and start making action’. Love it.
The phrase that got me going was:"turn One Day into Day One"
And just say , yes
That's what got me.
"What we do when no one's around. That's what makes the difference."
Lots of positive comments !
Miles, bro, from one stranger to another, I'm so fucking proud of you. What an inspiration you are!
Thank you so much. Your comment means a lot to me! ❤
@@MilesVictorsand what a perfect name you have for this…born for it!
Absolutely fucking amazing mate best wishes to you and your family from a complete stranger here in the city of Norwich in England uk 🇬🇧
I think one of the reasons I appreciate your channel so much is that instead of presenting this glamorous lifestyle or goal we all "should" strive for it us just a reminder that we should do what is right for us. I wouldn't say that other "fitness influecers" make me feel bad about myself, because I don't interact or care about content I know isn't helpful towards my wellbeing, but it does leave me feeling like I can never measure up, if that makes any sense. And hearing the way he talks about feeling insecure about himself, man, that hit. I used to feel like that all the time. In school, I could never keep up with the other kids in PE and I was just "known" as someone unfit. And it does sting, especially if you're young, overweight, and keep comparing yourself to your skinny friends. I attempted several times to lose weight and exercise regularly, but it nevet stuck. It was just something I did, but I didn't think of myself as someone who would keep exercising forever. My biggest gripe would always be "man, I wish I had started earlier. Then I would be there already." But I never started, so I never was there.
What "did" it for me was actually one of my teachers. He's a bit... interesting, but we had to read a book in class about habits than can improve your life. And it said to start small, just 10 minutes a day, and so I did. I started to go to the gym regularly, not "two to three times a week" I would claim just because I had done that once and build up my stamina. At the stat I couldn't even run for 5 minutes, that felt hard already. But I just kept going and now I've come to a point where 10k is not a big deal and I've done two half marathons.
What I'm trying to say is that instead of wishing for the life you could've had if you had done X or Y, just start where you are now and maybe you can get there.
I've been avoiding going for a run for the past few months, mostly because I had kinda shirked it and now was too afraid I had lost all my stamina. But today I was randomly like, let's go. And I went. And I did my run and I was fine.
My biggest hurdle sometimes is fear that I'm not going to be good enough or that it's going to be too hard, so my advice is just trying. And if you fail, well, there's always tomorrow.
Working out genuinely changed my life, and I am proud of myself for doing and becoming someone I always felt was way out of reach. I'm no professional athlete, of course, but I am fit enough to work out hard in the gym and run a casual 10k without dying, which is not something everyone can do.
This comment is kinda long, but I just wanted to share my story and how much I appreciate this channel for helping me start sometimes, when I really don't want to.
Spot on, Mark doesn't shy away from talking about the everyday hardships he struggles with. People can relate to that. It shows that fit people work on their fitness despite all the bullshit life throws at them. They weren't born with a six pack and a hatred for chocolate, just like the rest of us.
This struck a chord , I'd read what people had done and thought there's no way I could do that , and I'm , maybe was, number one at finding an excuse not to do stuff. Despite having done a fair bit of stuff in the past. I'm 67 and starting to exercise more/harder, I still dread the thought of an hour on my exercise bike well don't look forward to it BUT always love it when it's over and feel great every time. I've now got a few things I cannot find an excuse not to do and when I dither I say well you only have to do 10minutes if its crap you stop , but once you've made the big effort to start you rarely stop.
Well done buddy. Keep on doing your thing
I'm very glad i read your comment, it helps me, your perspective was the little missing piece for me, when you said how you became what always seemed out of reach, all by starting small. Thank you ❤
73 and still active…and so inspired to keep going by this. Thank you.
I'm just behind you ..... 71 and started running at 64. Not because I needed to lose weight or anything I just fancied the idea of a new challenge in my retirement (Inspired by taking my grandson to parkrun every week).
as someone who has lost over 100lbs, this video brought a tear to my eye. thanks both of yall for being inspiring 🤝
Saving this video so I can give myself a pep talk when needed
I’ve gotten to the point in my journey where I now look like the people I used to see running while I was out on the road who would make me so jealous and resentful. And I tell you, nothing motivates me more at the level I’m at than seeing other people out there who are in the early stages of their journeys. It’s inspiring to be reminded of how far you’ve come, and of what really makes the difference. It’s not ability. It’s determination.
Yes I agree. The running community is the warmest most welcoming, non judgemental place I have experienced outside of recovery. I volunteer at parkrun most weeks and seeing the new runners gives me more inspiration and gratitude than I can ever give back. I hope I never lose the gratitude for what this wonderful activity has given me. JV.
Its sad so many people are embarrassed to start running or swimming or going to the gym because they are out of shape. At least for me I’m more impressed with the person who outweighs me by 100 lbs showing up and banging out a half mile then the person who’s been doing it for years doing a quick 5k. Because it was ten times harder for that person both to show up and do that half mile and they will be hurting more. Never be embarrassed of yourself for wanting to make yourself better and never be embarrassed for being a beginner. Most people dont care, more people than you think will be impressed, and the actual naysayers are jerks anyways so who cares what they say you don’t want to be friends with them anyways.
Give that man a medal, a hug and huge respect.
It's hard work, dedication and determination.
I feel like is actually none of these, it's just decision in your mindset and the rest is automatic, I've done it, but I got sick for months and lost all my form, now I struggle to replicate, because I seem not ready to do this decision again. It was easy once I did it, trust me in that regard.
I love the framing of -- start saying yes. yes to opportunities, to movement, to the things that are hard and that scare us. Yes to pushing ourselves, yes to driving ourselves. Very inspirational, indeed!
If you have to ask how many miles it takes before motivation kicks in, the answer is one, one Miles... very nice motivational story!
Damn, smooth
Yeah. I'm getting back into biking and by far the hardest thing is actually getting on the bike.
Once you do the rest is a lot easier.
As someone that has had 2 of their friends pass from weight issues. I love seeing people take control of their lives and get healthy. :)
Mark, you are a big part of the reason that I lost about 70lbs last year. I started parkrun and got really serous about rock climbing too. I think your channel is really great for taking a crumb a motivation and really bettering yourself.
Thanks for the videos Mark
Runners are made when nobody is watching… kudos to this wonderful father
Wow: Stop making Plans and start making actions.
That is so inspiring!
“Stop making plans and start making actions.”
This is Exactly. What. I. Needed to see!
He found himself and his family got him back too! I was stuck in a rut myself but this channel helped me to change and I lost 25kg (56lb) and my wife and kids are going to watch me ride the final stage of the tour de France this summer. I sometimes feel selfish going training instead of being with my kids but this video shows why it is so important! Very moving
You know what's even more selfish? Stuffing your face with fast food and candy, dying at an early age and not being around for your kids. When you go training you're investing in your family's future.
I am right there with ya, lost over 70# and started cycling. I sometimes as well think I'm being selfish with the training, but also I find it great to see my 5 year old want to exercise and move around. Showing your kids that putting in the time and effort and bettering yourself is a good thing and hopefully help keep them out of the lifestyle I just broke free of.
It's hard to articulate on a video or in writing Bill. Your family and friends are seeing you grow as a person. Because that's what happens. So they also get the benefits.. Sometimes we focus too much on the medals, bathroom scales, belt sizes, 5km times. We miss that we've become a better person to be around. Less moody. Can do person and not a 'can't be bothered' one. More alive. Grown character as well as muscles. Become an inspiration for your kids. You only need two things to get ahead in life. Discipline & Determination.
Amazing. Am in tears here. Well done Miles. Your wife and kids I'm sure as so proud.
This is why the running community is the best community ever. Well done this man. Literally saved his own life with actions and potentially the lives of some who’ll watch this
Fair play to him. As an ex borderline alcoholic i know exactly how hard it is to make change. Just make it, you'll never regret it
Today is Feb 18/24, and I haven't had a drink since Aug 25/23!
@@cathyphillips679 Good on you Cathy 💪
Borderline is what we all say. 😂 I just finished a Busch NA. 🍻
Once an Alcoholic always an Alcoholic! There is no such thing as a borderline alcoholic ! It’s called Denial ! Been Sober since 12 October 1989 . I love life and always an alcoholic. One Day At A Time .
My daughter became very unwell and without going into details I was very overweight, I started walking, not only to be around for her in the future but to help her to get well, eventually she came on walks with me, it's been an important part of her life for over 7 years... Time moved on... I had two major surgeries which got me down into the depths of despair and led me to putting on a lot of weight again, I'm trying to drag myself back up, thanks for this video... going out for a walk now. The inspiration and example he has set for his children will echo throughout their lives.
Thank you for sharing this. Not only did you play a part in helping him turn his life around, you also helped his family keep him around for many more years. Bravo.
'it's what we do when no one else is there' Great message, very well told. What an excellent man.
Congrats to Miles for his excellent taste in shirts and his humble attitude towards saying yes and starting long journeys with small steps. BTW, the motivation of seeing your kids and being there for them is the best.
Holy smokes! Improving that much in just two years seems impossible. Great work! Very inspiring.
I’m in tears. I needed to hear this. Love to you both. ❤❤
Wow. What a guy. What a dad. What a husband. We could all doing with being like Miles. Thanks guys
Thank you Mark and Miles for sharing your journey! If that doesn't inspire you to get up and move I don't know what will
Thanks for sharing his story, Mark. By saying "yes" to his family, he was also saying "yes" to health.
I 100% steal your channel theme when I talk to people about fitness. "What made you start running?" "I just want to be better than average."
Thanks for the work you put into this channel. It really is life changing. 400lbs -> 230lbs. I'm able to sit on a rowing machine without snapping it in half. I went from struggling to hike parts of the Appalachian Trail near my house, to running those same sections several times a week just for fun. I can ride a mountain bike without breaking the wheels going over a small bump.
The motivation for starting was all the small things, death by a thousand cuts. So, it is all the small things I notice the most. Being able to bend at the waist and tie my shoe, it is hard not to smile every time I do it. Sitting down in a chair without a careful inspection, or nervously doing a squat, crouch sit. Heh, I am comfortable going out in public wearing full lycra when road biking now (so, I guess not everything is positive, lol).
Yeah, that guy is a version of me.
‘What we do when no-one else is around, that’s what makes the difference’ so true…so so true.
Amazing!!!! Need this speech to wake me up in the morning. Thanks for sharing! 🎉🎉🎉
EDIT: Just showed it to the wife and we’re both crying 🥺 such a good video.
Amen to this video!!! My biggest regret with my journey is the lack of before videos/pictures as I hated being in them. This guy is another inspiration for those who need to see proof in action. Biggest person you need to be doing this journey is for yourself otherwise you'll never complete it and give up doing it for others.
I needed this today. Miles thank you for being willing to share your story. And thank you Mark for using your platform to spread his story.
Proud of this dude! God bless❤ thx for sharing.
Well done to him. His opening is especially poignant; how his sadness was linked to depression. This precisely why I do not use mockery and ridicule as a way to urge folks to be healthier. Most people know how they feel inside and just need some love, encouragement, some strategy and a few role models so they can start the journey. And yes, if they need to do it for their kids or spouse, that’s good enough to take the first step.
That is soooo awesome! And now he is a coach helping others like me to climb new mountains. Miles! You're the best.
Love this! It’s a lesson that resonates with me: We all have potential to be athletes in our own right, it’s in the process of doing things that we are able to shape ourselves.
When I was a kid, I couldn’t run faster than maybe a 12 minute mile. Some of that was that I’m moderately disabled with a low oxygen level, but more of it was to do with the mindset that being active “wasn’t for me” and I grew to know an inactive body. I learned in my adulthood to get comfortable being active, and while I still may be slower than average, this disabled body has now ridden over 4,000 miles across the US, and is capable of riding for hours on end. Regardless of what condition of body you’ve got, it’s the only one we get, and learning to find the athlete within has been the most gratifying journey.
"the athlete within" - I will keep that, inspiring!
I need to save this and watch it every morning. Yesterday, I did 15,000 steps on my desk treadmill; the most steps yet. But today, I was hesitating getting back on my treadmill. I wasn’t feeling motivated. But I played this video and was back on and moving before the video was even done. A big thanks to Miles for sharing his journey with you and us.
Wow. Respect to Miles. Taking the first step is one thing. But continuing the way he has is no joke. Inspiring.
This is testament to the human spirit, and a salute to the majesty of willpower! Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful inspiration.
Mark, your videos set me on the path to losing 4 stone and joining the army, something I’ve wanted to do since I was a child but never felt I could because I had always struggled with weight and being too comfortable in life in general.
I absolutely adore running now, and I feel better than I ever have done in my life in terms of health. I feel like a young kid again running for miles and never feeling tired,it’s incredible. Not to mention beating some of the younger fitter looking lads at the bleep test! 😅
Keep doing you, you’re inspiring and actually talking to thousands of people with these videos, and I can’t thank you enough for them
That video was so moving, so incredibly powerful. Well done in your journey Miles. 👏🏼
Amazing and thank you, Mark. While I have always been active, I've always been a little overweight. Over the last couple of years I've found myself enjoying the event and not worrying about the times. I regularly run 100km a week at a gentle 7:30 min/km pace off road, I allow myself to enjoy a walk when I want. Your videos (especially this one) reinforce the idea that to be about average is an achievement many people never reach.
This video is waaaaaay too powerful, watched/listened to it at least 10 times and still feel goosebumps.
What a beautiful success story!!
Congratulations to you, young man, for taking charge of your life and reclaiming your health!! Your journey is so motivating. ❤
Outstanding! "Pushing yourself when there's no one there to push you". Great line.
I agree... especially his first part of change, the start to be more active... go for walks, play with your kids, be more active... that's the start, you don't need to start with running if that's too hard, you can start with walking, you don't need to be cycling from one country to another, you can start with the cheapest indoor bike (I got mine for like 20 bucks used) with few minutes and then break, then another few... you don't need to start swimming front crawl at 1 minute / 100m pace, you can just move in the water slowly at start and learn technique to not hurt yourself
no matter what activity you choose (or multiple), doing something is more than doing nothing... and the more you do something, the easier it will be to do more
Thank you, Mark, for this beautiful video.
I really needed to see this just right now, when I'm just about to call in sick at work cos I hate it!
I was doing well up until Christmas but have been unwell since. I’ve been feeling it’s impossible to get back on track, but this has inspired me. I just need to start small again, it’s ok to not be where I was before. I just need to keep going.
Thank you for sharing this Mark.
Wow. This is exactly what it is all about. So inspirational. As the stoic saying says: "The soul is dyed by the colour of its thoughts. Think only on those things that are in line with your principles and can bear the light of day. The content of your character is your choice. Day by day what you do is who you become. ". And Miles, you look like you have done yourself and your family proud.
Thats pretty amazing. Now i wanna do ultras.
300 pounds and i've run a half marathon... Those areas where he ran, that is freaking amazing. I want to run like i did for a brief moment back when i weighed 220pounds for a short while. That lightweightness was absolutely amazing and i want it back. He got it, and he looks like he enjoys every bit of it.
Fantastic work
Step by step, one day at a time! Every day is a new one, so take advantage of what TODAY gives you, and what you can give it, and don't spend too much time looking backwards. You've got this!
Just got back from the gym after days of excuses for not going.. saw this and thought that maybe I should go back and do some more…
Great video, great journey… it’s knowing that it can be done, just need to take the small steps..
“Start moving whether that be figuratively or literally”. One of the most inspiring videos I’ve seen in the platform. Keep up the great work, King 👑
You gave this man a following ,but he already had the power within. Respect to both of you.
Absolutely amazing. Incredible transformation, amazing sorry, and great share. Thank you both.
This hit so hard to home. Currently on my own journey to live life the fullest. Thank you both for sharing this story and message.
Mate, this broke both my eyes 🥹 this reflects me, after chest pains when pregnant with our second child, I realised to be here for my kids to love them is to afford some love for me. As I can’t be here for them if I’m no longer around thank you so much for sharing this ❤ Jason minus 3 stone resting HR from 80 to 52!
Omg what a legend, thanks for sharing that Mark. I'm early in my own journey, just started a very gentle pre-couch to 5k last Autumn and this has encouraged me to get out this evening after losing a month to the flu. It's stories like this that reminds me I can do it. Thanks both.
Told myself yesterday I was going to go for a wee run today. I put it off for the morning, couldn't be bothered by the afternoon.
I'm just back from the run now after watching this video
Thanks for sharing Mark, and thanks to Miles for the inspirational arse kick. Guilty of extreme procrastination myself. Now turn around and look at the Kawasaki, you know, the clean one that's not turned a wheel in a good few vids.
Do hard things! Love this! I never imagined I would be the person going to the park in the winter time to exercise. I started that habit and never stopped! It's been 3 winters now. It requires so much discipline and many days I am the only person out there and I never want to do it.......but I plan to do it until I no longer can! Regaining any of that weight is not an option for me so I choose to continue just doing the hard things! What is the alternative? What an inspiration his story is!
Thank you Mark for letting someone like Miles show his journey here :) That's a dope ass transformation 💪
Hi Mark. I've just emailed you regarding this.
Absolutely inspirational stuff too. Positivity is infectious.
This is a nice break from all the self indulgent fitness influencer scum out there trying to push gimmicky products for profit. “This shit is hard, but it is worth it” is a better take away than “take this supplement and you’ll lose weight, links in the description”
I’m down 40lbs and have another 20 to go before I’m where I want to be. It has been tough and the biggest struggle is me.
Sooooooooooooooooo encouraging. Proud of him and I am inspired to get moving in many ways too. God bless you all
Thanks to him as he sent you this video!
Thanks to you as you show it to us!
Should be shown and shares to lots of people.
That was beautiful.
Wow. This is a truly astonishing video. Just shows what’s possible.
Your channel is an inspiration to me and many others. Thankyou for being so refreshingly honest and keeping it real.
Honestly, this channel is a big reason why I started running and really got into taking care of my health. You'd think that as a former pro athlete, I wouldn't need any push or tips on how to get moving with fitness. But, after being out of the game for so long, I just felt lost. Watching your videos and checking out your channel really lit a spark in me. I went from struggling to run a mile to knocking out a bunch of 5k races and even two half marathons. I even pushed myself to start my own UA-cam channel. Big thanks to you, Mark, for all the inspiration.
Brilliant! As someone that has struggled with weight most of my life, his video and yours are exactly the inspiration I need. A really well put together bit of film making too.
What an amazing transformation! So impressed by what he's achieved!
Work in the darkness and you will see the light! The future you needs you....your past you doesn't! Such an inspiring story!!😊
Color me inspired. This may have been the tipping point for this guy. Thank you for sharing your journey Miles!
That has really inspired me, to stop saying maybe tomorrow, and just get up and do it.
Very inspirational! What an amazing transformation. The video was well done and something he or anyone else can rewatch for motivation. It can be done from most starting points. Thank you both for sharing!❤
Oh my goodness, that was inspirational! I especially loved the part "it's what you do when no one is around that makes the difference" - thanks so much for sharing.
7:45 on the treadmill came across this - I keep going because I choose a better, healthier life! Awesome video! ❤
This was great! Thanks for sharing. I started saying “get up” and “I will” recently and it’s been life changing
Thank you, thank you, thank you for sharing Miles' story and how it touched you. I, myself, weighed over 320 pounds for far too many years and felt that I was purely existing, not living. Everything hurt, I was constantly exhausted, and I isolated myself out of fear of being seen. I finally made the decision to undergo gastric bypass surgery and have since lost 120 pounds; it's completely changed my life. I'm now training for a half marathon and have completed several triathlons and long-distance open water swim races. I share my journey on my own channel for the same reasons you stated: to maybe, hopefully, help someone else along their own journey. I'm not an anomaly, I'm not special; I'm just a person who learned to put action to my dreams and chip away at them slowly.
Mark, thank you for bringing so much positivity and realness to this space. While many of us are not above-average, your channel never feels exclusive or elitist. I never feel condescended to or like what you share is unrelatable. I don't have the words to express how much that means to someone who literally used to get out of breath bending over to tie my shoes up. You ARE an inspiration and you've touched more lives than you'll ever know.
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Love that saying.
Goosebumps, too. Fabulous story, wonderful life turnaround. Thank you for sharing.
Mark thank you for sharing Miles story. Your channel has been so inspirational in helping me get my health back on track. Please keep it up!
I'm not crying, you're crying. That was so good, thanks for posting!
Good for him, it's so nice to see a happy outcome. Keep up the good work.
This has got to be one of the most inspirational transformations I think I've ever seen.
This brought tears to my eyes. Thanks for sharing! Now I want to do a workout.
I’m so stinkin proud of you! I have just recently started my journey. Stopped vaping March 1st, started walking 10,000 steps a day. No more Coca Cola - water, water, water. You’re a true inspiration.
This brought tears. Totally inspiring. Suffering with depression at the mo, know running will help but getting out soooo hard. Today I’m going out
Hi Mark ( and miles if your watching ) this is just amazing , if you have ever been on any kind of running or health journey you can relate to this. It’s very well put together , very emotional and inspiring at the same time. Mark thank you for all your hard work and amazing content you make - you sir are a legend . My goal for 2024 was to do more races and I hadn’t done any so far this year . 10 mins after watching this video I booked a 10k trail run for tmoro just the kick up the back side I needed .
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻😊😊😊❤
This is amazing. I'm just starting to move - 100lb overweight currently. Seeing what Miles has achieved in 2 years makes me excited, definitely an inspiration!
What you’re doing with this channel is vital to the person who is inspired by it…… this was just what I needed to see ❤
What an inspirational story and I loved the phrase “it’s what you do when no one else is around that makes the difference”
Just wow
Thanks 🤩
what we do when no one else is around... got the goosebumps, bro.
Wow. What a lovely human! His story is just what I needed to hear. God bless him.
Congratulations! It starts with you. Saying yes to a better life. Doing the things you need to do for a better life.
Mark thank you for posting the video from Miles. So raw and so real which is quite rare these days. Huge shout out to Miles for all his hard work and being able to compete his goal. That beautiful family can now have so many more adventures. Very motivating indeed!!