BEATING CANCER AND STAYING POSITIVE FT. NICK BEST | SHAW STRENGTH PODCAST EP.39

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  • Опубліковано 20 жов 2024
  • In today's episode Nick Best shares his unbelievable story about how a freak lifting accident led to him finding out he had a cancerous tumor in his kidney. Nick talks about the process of not only finding out he had the tumor but then going through the series of tests to find out what exactly was going on all while training for Master's World's Strongest Man. Nick is a great example of staying positive while working through a very challenging and tough situation.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 123

  • @chadw6864
    @chadw6864 Рік тому +140

    It still blows my mind how an accident led to a cancer diagnosis. Very glad it worked out for the best, Nick seems like one of the nicest people out there

  • @SirSketchable
    @SirSketchable Рік тому +65

    I met Nick at WSM on Thursday. He was hanging out in the fan area for a super long time taking pictures and chatting with anyone that stopped by to say hi. Had no idea Nick had this issue to go through. You're the best Nick, I hope everything is going well for you

  • @jlogan2228
    @jlogan2228 9 місяців тому +3

    What i love the most abt Nick is that hes not afraid to show his soft side. Like he doesnt turn into a blubbering mess but hes no ashamed to get choked up over things either

  • @scottguitar28
    @scottguitar28 Рік тому +8

    Seeing Nick being a big softie always makes me feel more comfortable in my own skin. The strength these guys have is not just in the gym and it's inspiring.

    • @arcuz7862
      @arcuz7862 25 днів тому

      Yeah well bulking up to 500 pounds on copious amount of food, an ungodly amount of roids plus the brutal training every single day is more of a mind thing than a body thing. Who would've thought?

  • @Bkayxo
    @Bkayxo Рік тому +9

    Nick Best must be protected at all cost.

  • @justinpaul3110
    @justinpaul3110 Рік тому +15

    Who else got emotional when they saw nick had cancer?
    Glad you're better, nick!

  • @presqueisle69
    @presqueisle69 Рік тому +46

    I'm glad to see Nick's doing better it really hit home when he started crying and tell him Brian he the best that's VERY DEEP ❤.

    • @TheBcoolGuy
      @TheBcoolGuy Рік тому +9

      To be fair, he's always crying. :P

    • @waleedabdulrab8779
      @waleedabdulrab8779 Рік тому +4

      @@TheBcoolGuy Eddie said he cried every episode on History’s Strongest Man

    • @mikebattista1523
      @mikebattista1523 Рік тому +10

      ​@@TheBcoolGuy Nothing wrong with a guy showing emotion, makes Nick that much more human and down to earth. I'd rather know a guy like Nick than a guy who is like a stone and you have no clue what's going on in their head.

  • @numberoneappgames
    @numberoneappgames Рік тому +13

    An accident in the gym saved his life! I liked his attitude of you either fall apart or stay positive and look at all of it as being a small moment in time to have the rest of your life back to normal.

  • @tammyjackson-gq6jj
    @tammyjackson-gq6jj Рік тому +22

    I'm so glad Nick is doing well, he's one of my favorite strongmen.

  • @hughphillips5129
    @hughphillips5129 Рік тому +11

    I finished my last chemo session almost to the day that you had your appointment, crazy world. Strong man Nick, lots of love from the uk.

  • @espenstoro
    @espenstoro Рік тому +12

    My sister also discovered cancer by accident, that wasn't even a consideration before tests were done. Quite a battle, but it's been gone for years now, no signs of it coming back.
    So happy that Nick beat it too, through the most crazy set of circumstances. Too strong to be beaten by such a stupid disease.

    • @blues468
      @blues468 Рік тому

      Congratulations to your sister beating cancer😊 that’s awesome 🎊

    • @tfsgroi
      @tfsgroi Рік тому

      Same with my wife, our dog jumped on her and hit in at the right spot, she is good now but crazy how it happened, good news for your sister too!

  • @tallpaulhutchensjr.
    @tallpaulhutchensjr. Рік тому +18

    My dad died of lung cancer 2yrs and 2 days ago, absolutely crushed me. Sure am glad the legendary Mr. Nick is gonna be good to go 💪💪 also I'm super stoked to see you training for arm wrestling.. maybe hire Devon and or Ongarbaev and lawwwwd hammercy you'll be unstoppable 💪🏆🇺🇸🦅

    • @rubikbbx
      @rubikbbx Рік тому +6

      Sorry for your loss man. Hope you been holding up well

    • @tallpaulhutchensjr.
      @tallpaulhutchensjr. Рік тому +3

      @@rubikbbx thanks man.. was tough but made it thru it.. still have days but getting along alot better these days

    • @steven.1983
      @steven.1983 Рік тому +3

      Keep your head up bro your dad will be proud of you

    • @tallpaulhutchensjr.
      @tallpaulhutchensjr. Рік тому +3

      @@steven.1983 thanks man I appreciate it 🤘

    • @steven.1983
      @steven.1983 Рік тому +2

      @@tallpaulhutchensjr. welcome

  • @TheBcoolGuy
    @TheBcoolGuy Рік тому +10

    Nick is such a fantastic, tough, resilient, and loveable man. He inspires healthy behaviour and happiness in everyone around him.

  • @AleUkko
    @AleUkko Рік тому +6

    41:45 that is fucking great quote "Being the best you" and "I was the best Strongman i Could be" Oh man! that needs to be on a shirt. And nick also saying i made it really far and I was never as good as you just shows what a Humble Legend and respectful Strongman he is. Nick BEST for a reason👍💪😤

  • @ivan37274
    @ivan37274 Рік тому +3

    Nick's looking bigger than ever. Good to see the man's still got it.

  • @hunterbowersStrongman
    @hunterbowersStrongman Рік тому +7

    Nick Best is such a warrior and what an inspiration to have for everyone in any profession at any age!!👍🏻💪🏻

  • @mancallednobody
    @mancallednobody Рік тому +2

    Aww. Somebody give Nick a hug.

  • @vfxforge
    @vfxforge Рік тому +8

    Nick is awesome and a fantastic regular guest on the podcast!

  • @mika22bballer
    @mika22bballer Рік тому +1

    I love Nick so much. Every time I see him I want to give him a big’ol hug

  • @mikebattista1523
    @mikebattista1523 Рік тому +4

    Love these two real men, so motivating for me to get out in my garage and with what little equipment I have I still do the best I can at my age. Thank you Brian and Nick for helping to motivate this old man into getting back into weight lifting! Much gratitude!

  • @tonygruber7665
    @tonygruber7665 Рік тому

    “Oh you’re so brave for sharing your excuse and not getting the job done”.
    47 mins
    I love it man!

  • @TheEvilWithinKevin
    @TheEvilWithinKevin Рік тому +4

    Great episode. I would love to see Big Loz and Auntie Liz on the podcast.

  • @robertbaindourov134
    @robertbaindourov134 Рік тому

    Seeing guys like this get emotional gives me hope for my mental health issues i am experiencing right now.

  • @Anthonyz19
    @Anthonyz19 Рік тому +6

    Great pod cast. Nick has an incredible mind set!

  • @the_snowball3718
    @the_snowball3718 Рік тому +4

    Accident was a blessing in disguise!

  • @anthonylaudano9435
    @anthonylaudano9435 Рік тому +2

    NICK YOU WILL BEAT THIS PERIOD.

  • @clintdarden654
    @clintdarden654 Рік тому +3

    Watching this, A LOT of bells were ringing. Love you both.

  • @Mecca-xi8pj
    @Mecca-xi8pj Рік тому +3

    So glad you are better Nick! Much ❤️ and respect for you 💯

  • @BrianNassar
    @BrianNassar Рік тому +3

    So glad you're doing well now Nick!!! Keep up the positive vibes and strength brother!!

  • @TylerM1887
    @TylerM1887 Рік тому +3

    Nick, I’m glad you’re doing better. This was a great conversation and there was some really good things said on this podcast! Nick you are a smart guy and both of you are great competitors and human beings. I’m glad you have a podcast Brian. Keep it going even after you retire. 😊💪

  • @muccia7328
    @muccia7328 9 місяців тому

    Nick Best is a warrior, stoic, strong, a true man.

  • @SiStockbridge
    @SiStockbridge Рік тому

    My brother and his wife met Nick yesterday at a shooting range in Vegas, they shot all sorts, pistols, smgs, .50 cal (That thing is awesome!) and my bro said Nick was the nicest guy. They had an awesome time and said to say thanks again for the cool experience. He had no idea until he called me on the night and i let him know who you were. Stay strong brother, big fan 💪🏻

  • @Deadliftdad1388
    @Deadliftdad1388 Рік тому +2

    So glad Nick back to himself. He almost got me on that one part to dammit lol. I would love a podcast or story of Brian’s life if he ever wanted to share that. Amazing podcast as usual.

  • @jeremyjohnson8377
    @jeremyjohnson8377 Рік тому

    Just listen to Brian always talking positive about other people. Brian is always putting people above himself. Brian almost lost his leg and has no once interrupted to explain his story but yet trying to just let nick know he means the world to life. Love some brian Shaw!! Glad nick is ok

  • @genuinehawken
    @genuinehawken Рік тому +3

    Glad Nick is doing better, incredible story

  • @Slasher1331
    @Slasher1331 Рік тому

    Phenomenal episode! Overcoming adversity makes an individual stronger. I am so glad that Mr. Best overcame cancer!

  • @joinadonisschooltoday
    @joinadonisschooltoday 10 місяців тому

    Thank you for sharing, Nick. You're a hero to so many people

  • @andrewhemingway337
    @andrewhemingway337 Рік тому +2

    I needed the help of a therapist and good friends to get me through

  • @brucecameron6910
    @brucecameron6910 Рік тому +1

    Ha love it make a joke attack Eddie! Shows the true love and friendship they all have! Best way to lighten a mood!

  • @michaelstrachan4419
    @michaelstrachan4419 Рік тому

    Brian absolutely hitting the nail on the head with todays mindset “people are so brave to give their excuse to not get something done”

  • @PanJahRave
    @PanJahRave Рік тому +2

    We all love Nick !

  • @theism23
    @theism23 Рік тому +2

    Really need this at the moment

  • @perrin38
    @perrin38 Рік тому +2

    We love you Nick!

  • @matthewwilton6815
    @matthewwilton6815 Рік тому

    This was a very inspiration podcast for me, thanks fellas, much respect.

  • @5055672439
    @5055672439 Рік тому +2

    We love Nick

  • @Uscrocks84
    @Uscrocks84 Рік тому +3

    That air pain hurts so bad. I had a Petersen's space hernia in December and the pain from air in ur body hurts so bad. I had air in my shoulders. I honestly thought they pulled my shoulder out I couldn’t move my shoulder at all. I started walking and the pain went away

  • @andrewnevermind4902
    @andrewnevermind4902 8 місяців тому

    Nick is a lovely guy. Glad he beat it.

  • @kabdy1
    @kabdy1 Рік тому

    Ouuufff, seeing nick get so emotional. My heart. You're killing it brother. 🤙

  • @gleadr6869
    @gleadr6869 Рік тому +2

    Great video and glad you're doing well Nick!

  • @patriciodiez5360
    @patriciodiez5360 Рік тому +4

    Is it worth it to lift weights?
    Nick, lifting weights literally saved your freaking life. God damn it was worth it.

  • @BullsDeepHook
    @BullsDeepHook Рік тому +1

    Nick should definitely be co host.

  • @riselikethephoenix1
    @riselikethephoenix1 Рік тому +3

    25:00 they didnt "miss" those notes. Insurance didnt want to cover it and people didnt say anything

  • @toddapplegate3988
    @toddapplegate3988 6 місяців тому

    Nick is a seriously nice guy. His wife is a great woman (so scary for her). Seriously she has endured so much.

  • @dkramer8872
    @dkramer8872 Рік тому

    Two of the nicest people

  • @bennyroberts4779
    @bennyroberts4779 Рік тому

    Great to see you're doing great Nick. Thanks for sharing your story.

  • @sutton_trout
    @sutton_trout Рік тому

    Nick is amazing. Such a genuine guy

  • @yjmechanic
    @yjmechanic Рік тому

    both of you are very inspiring. keep up the good work

  • @AdamPruitt-d5h
    @AdamPruitt-d5h Рік тому

    I needed this! I am going in for my 5 knee surgery, 2 PCL reconstruction and I was feeling down but Nick you inspire me!

  • @stewartfooter3580
    @stewartfooter3580 9 місяців тому

    Nick you are just an amazing guy! A mentor to how to live

  • @bagel4473
    @bagel4473 Рік тому

    Found out last year I had a tumor in my pancreas metastatic to my liver. Managed to stay in the gym during chemo, though at a reduced rate. Had an extensive surgery that took part of my pancreas, gallbladder, a lot of the plumbing, and part of my liver. They then reattached everything. In the end lost 40lbs, and trying to get back into it at gym. Will say it put a lot into perspective and definitely brought me closer to God.

  • @ericking9767
    @ericking9767 4 місяці тому

    Nick I hope you thank God for that "accident "... you guys are great!

  • @brandenbizelli6332
    @brandenbizelli6332 Рік тому +2

    23:27 chills

  • @dannyboyfit
    @dannyboyfit Рік тому

    I had renal cancer at 30 I had the whole kidney removed it has completely broken me and still effects me today even tho I have been cleared from remission 7 years on , god bless anyone dealing with this terrible disease ✌🏻❤

  • @posterchild8486
    @posterchild8486 Рік тому +1

    Nick, you old softie.❣

  • @jonathonhumes449
    @jonathonhumes449 Рік тому

    I like how they said there’s winning at competitions and there’s wins in life
    You may not win WSM but you didn’t quit and that’s what matters
    I’m not a strongman (yet) but I appreciate this philosophy
    Looking back I’ve had moments where I didn’t win the competition but I won at life and that makes it better

  • @MrScottyT21
    @MrScottyT21 Рік тому

    Ffs Nick, you got me tearing up out here! What a brilliant watch and interesting listen, thabk god you’re ok and on the mend.
    As always thanks for sharing & Brian is the 🐐

  • @poiuytrewqfg1477
    @poiuytrewqfg1477 Рік тому

    That's gotta be a t shirt Brian! " There's no other option... Be great"

  • @sterling441
    @sterling441 Рік тому +2

    Amazing story

  • @numberoneappgames
    @numberoneappgames Рік тому +2

    Doing small things add up and your effort compounds.

  • @Cockeye88Bouder
    @Cockeye88Bouder 9 місяців тому

    On behalf of all the people in Liverpool 🇬🇧 UK..
    Swift recovery.. Nick all the best from the people of England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

    • @Cockeye88Bouder
      @Cockeye88Bouder 9 місяців тому

      Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿.
      An Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @Rocky-oq9cy
    @Rocky-oq9cy Рік тому

    I can't even imagine the shock of coming in for what is just a physical injury, and having the doctor walk in and say "Well... You have cancer." Most people that go in have at least considered the fact that they could have it before even going to see a doctor. Just having it dropped suddenly on you out of nowhere would be like opening a door, expecting a staircase to be behind it, but all there is, is a hole in the ground for you to fall straight in.

  • @jaredmiller194
    @jaredmiller194 Рік тому +8

    God allowed that to happen so it would be discovered

  • @lindachang157
    @lindachang157 8 місяців тому

    Strong Man !!!

  • @markkerr9358
    @markkerr9358 Рік тому

    Awesome Podcast Brian 💪👍

  • @alexwa9959
    @alexwa9959 Рік тому +1

    I am missing your Spotify uploads

  • @archermathews8562
    @archermathews8562 Рік тому +1

    Brian love the podcasts...I have a question for ya....I am about 275 lbs and I sit in a similar chair...Can you tell me where you purchased it ..I wear out a chair yearly...

  • @chrispalma5190
    @chrispalma5190 Рік тому

    That blows my mind man so I mean we should all get scans like once every few years or what? Because that is wild we would never know!

  • @g3everex
    @g3everex Рік тому

    Two of the nicest guys! I’ve broken my back twice and just eat pain pills. I would like to work out but I’m afraid I’ll hurt myself. I went from walking over 5 miles a day to just sitting around in pain. I’m just getting worse. At 65 I’m not sure if I’m to old to work out.

  • @carrot5570
    @carrot5570 Рік тому +1

    Can’t wait to have Robert oberst

  • @Hognut
    @Hognut Рік тому

    love ya nick

  • @fitland-b9i
    @fitland-b9i Рік тому

    nick best is the best'

  • @SirSketchable
    @SirSketchable Рік тому +3

    Side note what happened to the big table?

    • @brandenbizelli6332
      @brandenbizelli6332 Рік тому

      This was filmed at the same time as Nicks most recent appearance.

    • @SirSketchable
      @SirSketchable Рік тому

      @@brandenbizelli6332 ah ok makes sense

  • @awallner1
    @awallner1 Рік тому +2

    Brian what happened to your cool table?

    • @Lewisus_flame
      @Lewisus_flame Рік тому

      This was recorded before the cool table I believe

  • @AlawiAlJarrash
    @AlawiAlJarrash Рік тому

    Nik and paul bro chat need a collab idk why😁

  • @BryanChristopher1776
    @BryanChristopher1776 Рік тому +3

    Glad you're going to be okay Nick. I'm glad the hospital radiologist spoke up when they saw something unrelated in your scan. You'll have to send the radiologist a few Tomahawk steaks and some good beer. Keep up the good fight brother. You are an inspiration. Love both of you cats.

  • @FirstPlaceAutoParts
    @FirstPlaceAutoParts Рік тому

    wow

  • @njb7209
    @njb7209 Рік тому

    ❤️ 🙏 💪

  • @brockmeade4450
    @brockmeade4450 Рік тому

    Nick: lifting in under 14 days could kill you because increased blood pressure could cause internal bleeding
    Also Nick: so I waited about 10 days

  • @kwazhims3lf
    @kwazhims3lf Рік тому

    you can try to be the best, *_ever_*
    try..
    but first, just at least try to be the *_best, you_*
    just be the best you
    noice

  • @jakemcknight468
    @jakemcknight468 Рік тому +1

    So to be a good friend, and being roughly 430 pounds, Brian should jump on Nick's chest every couple of years just to make sure he goes to the doctor and gets checked out.

  • @leftyo9589
    @leftyo9589 8 місяців тому

    Nick describes the scope of the kidney through the urinary tract. been there, done it while awake. no joke it is like pee'ing razor blades after. not fun.

  • @Lin-ch1st
    @Lin-ch1st 8 місяців тому

    至誠頂禮 旺扎上尊

  • @The8blackguys
    @The8blackguys Рік тому +1

    I hope you’re doing amazing Nick. You’re such a gladiator, or should I say Viking? Bryan, perhaps if your wife joined you, she could pacify the mood when things get a little intense. Especially as your channel grows

    • @am_thystaj
      @am_thystaj 11 місяців тому +1

      I think Brian is great at handling the difficult conversations on his own

  • @tomnohmy1273
    @tomnohmy1273 Рік тому +1

    Such a fan of these guys. Not a fan of most of the fitness people.

  • @Th3BigKahuna
    @Th3BigKahuna Рік тому

    Do you know why some people don't share moat things with close friends even after 10-20 yrs? It's because some of the events that they have been through are VERY PERSONAL to them, as it raises a sense of insecurity and being able to say to others "hey, I don't feel sharing this life changing or life-altering event because it's going to make me feel like I'm not accepted and vulnerable to hate and discrimination it might put me through cause people might look at me a certain way or say certain things that offend me or might make me relive that personal event or life-changing time. In this society, we as like-minded people will always live day after day experiencing certain things and believing them as they are told but you'll never know what someone went through 5, 10, 15 yrs ago that is so personal to them that even asking them might make them feel a sense of insecurity and having you metaphorically live in their shoes and what it would feel like for you who has never been through anything like the person sitting next to you, live that experience as they did years ago.
    I hope what I said is on par with what is being talked ab on this episode. I'm a social worker and always will look for questions like this one to answer from Mt heart. Thx and huge fan of both Brian, nick, Eddie, and oberst. Thanks guys!!.

  • @Mr.Ciobanu
    @Mr.Ciobanu Рік тому

    Without seeing this, I'm pretty sure Nick cries for an hour straight!

  • @PolarGrizzlyBear
    @PolarGrizzlyBear 5 місяців тому

    I wish I was half the man Nick is

  • @sashalarcombe6082
    @sashalarcombe6082 Рік тому

    The mindset of the pro strongman is so inspirational. Its incredible to see what you all get through xx

  • @sashalarcombe6082
    @sashalarcombe6082 Рік тому

    Any chance for a dig at Eddie 😂😂😂

  • @Deceiver935
    @Deceiver935 Рік тому +2

    We love you Nick!