Hey Brian I’m 21 and lost my Leg at 19 I couldn’t look at myself in the mirror but watching you keep going and pushing I got back in the gym and even with my prosthetic leg I’ve done more than I ever thought I could… love to you and the fam

Heal up Brian, your positivity always inspires me 👍👍

I’m a 39 year old left above the knee amputee and constant chronic phantom/nerve pain and I can honestly say, watching your channel has kept me going from doing the unthinkable. One day I’ll get to meet you with a handshake and hug and tell you my story. Love you and your amazing family. God bless. -DaddyHulk of 6

Hey Brian, I’m 24 and I’ve been on dialysis for 6 years 3 weeks and 1 day at the time of this comment. I just want to offer you words of encouragement. You’re going to make it through this you’re an inspiration to a lot of people. Get well soon 🙏🏿💯

You aren't just physically strong, you also have a strong mind. Get well soon Brian.

Brian Shaw needs to be recognized more as one of the most inspiring athletes in all of sports. Absolutely unbelievable mental fortitude and positivity, amazing family man, and fantastic ambassador for the sport as a youtuber. Respect!

I have just celebrated 15 years since I was diagnosed with a melanoma in my left eye and I am glad I am still here. My tumour is dead now thanks to two types of radiation therapy which took a lot of my sight in my eye, even though my brain still thinks it can get the same information from it 🤪. I have had 8 operations, more in my good eye due to glaucoma, and I can't work due to my sight loss but weirdly it got me back into my photography. Since 2017 I have done over 80 model shoots with awesome people who have taught me so much about photography and life. Keep going

Good luck to you Brian! You're such an inspiration. You're always so positive, always so humble and professional. I'm always rooting for you at every WSM that you compete in, and i really hope that you can come back from this and achieve your goals. Whatever the future holds, you're always going to be an absolute legend and you deserve all the success in the world.

If this was back in January, then that means all the videos we watched with Trey, Kevin et al were done after this ordeal. Wow, what a great recovery AND you never mentioned it once. Great focus and dedication, Brian. One would never believe you had recently gone through such a medical adversity. Props to Keri too.

I almost got a heart attack from the thumbnail, thinking this happened just now. Brian is the GOAT and he really can win this year. 100%. Cheering you on.

Brian I'm glad you recovered 🙏 see you this weekend Champ

Sending prayers for a speedy recovery. It’s a blessing to have people around you who love you. Wishing you all the best. 🍀

No wonder there was such a gap in contact from late January to mid February or so. You would have never guessed that he went through this when he started posting again throughout late February, March and April. You can tell he didn’t want all of the attention and sympathy and wanted to be humble and now it seems he’s sharing this now to raise awareness to what happened and to just be transparent with everyone and not try and play victim. Brian sure is a role model to me in a lot of ways and I’m sure he is to a lot of you guys as well. God bless Brian! Praying for you and I’m so glad you’re better!

As a nurse I’ve always told my patients that the mind is everything. What you think and how you feel definitely affects how you heal. Setting goals, seeing the brighter side of things, and being positive definitely aides in healing. Like you said, it’s easy to slip when your alone and the thoughts have time to simmer. Keep up the faith, positivity, and good vibes and you’ll see progress. Hang in there big guy, we want 5 but we want the big guy more. Much love Shaw Family!

THANK YOU for sharing this, Brian. You've been a role model to me for many years; I'm going through some physical health issues at the moment, and it's taken a toll on my mental health/outlook more than anything. Watching this gave me strength, hope, and confidence. Go kick some ass next week and take home #5!

Hey Brian! I'm 30 years old, I have had 2 kidney transplants, 31 surgeries, sepsis and 34 broken bones! Last year I almost lost my left leg. The head of the femur was necrotic, and was over the legal limit for pain meds. I Decided to cut out my hip to stop the spread, and had a total hip replacement... I still have my leg! I was jumping after 1 week. Life truly sucks sometimes, but as long as you have people in your corner, you will come through whatever you're struggling with. Hope everything goes alright

Brian hearing you talk about needing to eat while you're losing a leg is another kind of motivation

Stay strong big man. You have many people praying for you and sending our well wishes from around the word. Let’s hope the rest will do your body good so you can come back stronger.

Thank you for being such an inspiration to everyone. I have been thru a lot of the same things you did in February. I almost lost my left leg, but it wound up being just half my foot. Me and my son have been going to the gym since Oct and it has made our relationship better. Watching your videos and me continuing my workouts is making me a better person. Thank you! Can't wait to see you compete at the WSM.

Brian is one of the most wholesome people in this world I wish nothing but the best for him and that he may recover soon and get this WSM title one last time. 💪🏻

The fact you didn't mention this for so long and worked through this adversity is a true testament to your character! Good luck at WSM next Wednesday.

Glad to see that you were able to bounce back and it didn't push you off your training schedule too much. We're all rooting for you and for a fifth WSM title.

It’s amazing how motivational you are, Brian. And I think it comes more from how humble you are than how tough you are. You do it all and nobody would ever know it to look at your face. To me that’s the goal for a man in life is to be his most dangerous while also being his most humble.

Thanks for sharing. I am experiencing medical problems and i already find you inspiring. This really helps with being sick and training as much as i can.

Wish you all the best Brian, praying you're healthy, not just for WSM but for you. You've inspired me for years and I really hope you pull through this and achieve what you want.

Knowing Brian, it isn't surprising that he kept this under wraps and just kept pushing forward. Glad to see you are recovering brother, I really hope that you are able to wrap this career with a storybook ending.

Sending you great wishes for a full and speedy recovery. I would share that you really have a beautiful family. Whether you are 5 times WSM or wouldn't even lift another weight, you are a great guy, a great dad, and a great husband.....and that is what really counts. Now get healthy, get home, and get strong...er than you have ever been! A little story, I had run the Las Vegas Marathon 16 consecutive times, but had a serious knee surgery, wore a brace, and hadn't run in 4 months. Finally, 19 days before the marathon I could run about 100 yards at a time, and see how things went, as I wanted to continue my streak. So I went from zero to 26.2 miles in less than three weeks, and ran my 17th consecutive Vegas marathon....without stopping. Yeah, that hurt! The knee was good, but after 6 miles, the rest of me wasn't, but, I just kept running and got to the line 20 miles later. Obviously you will do the best preparation and training that you can. The most important thing...is get out of the hospital healthy, and life will be good, particularly with having such a great family.

I'm sorry to hear this! Hope you have quick recovery! I really enjoy your videos! Lots of prayers for you ❤

Your gentle and soothing demeanor is always very enriching to the soul, despite adversity you somehow manage to remain calm, I know inside is different, but not a lot of people can deal with it like you do, it’s an inspiration. Get well, Brian! I’m not saying be strong cause you surpass that notion, so I’m just gonna say keep on being that absolute force of nature that you are! Be great!

You are going to overcome these obstacles Brian. You have been the purest inspiration for healthy change in my life physically and mentally. You’re story, your true grit, the absolute positive and happy outlook you have on life and your tenacity to constantly pursue goals and better yourself is such a strong message to anyone who watches. Im praying for a speedy recovery and that God blesses you with your well deserved 5th WSM title. Never stop Being Great!

I've never made one of these types of comments, but Brian is such an amazing person to look at and watch. I pursued strongman gymming and although I'm still a very skinny guy, just gymming with the mind set that Brian has instilled in me has helped me so much.

Huge Fan!!! I Hope Your recovery is fast and your able to come home to your family... You have been the biggest inspiration in my life and have gave me the strength to overcome come tough obstacles... I just hope you get home to your family safe Brian, the contest is of course tough to not think about but please don't hurt yourself over it, your family needs you

What an inspiration. I hurt my leg badly and have been going into the negative thoughts until i saw this video. Thank you for inspiring me to just keep going! I will never quit fighting for the gainz!!!!!❤❤ Big love to my greatest rolemodel and his amazing family and get well soon!

You are a huge inspiration for me Brian. I have been in and out of hospitals and PT trying to diagnose a mystery injury in my wrist. Seeing someone as strong as you have to go through what you have has given me the strength to push through and find a path to recovery. I’m so sorry this happened to you and I am beyond glad that you were able and willing to persevere!

@ Brian Shaw G'day, mate just wishing u a speedy recovery. I underwent a complete knee replacement back in October so from my own experiences of leg injuries just that mindset u have of keep pushing forward is exactly how u win, u got this man.

Brian I have been a fan of yours for years... you Arnold and other strongman have inspired me not necessarily to be the strongest but to take good care of myself. I'm sorry this has happend and I'm glad your getting the care you need. And I'm sure your already better. But just wanted to say thank for being an inspiration.

I had no idea this is what happened when you announced you were having family issues back in January. I’m happy to see you’re strong and back into it without any full complications. Not long till WSM now and you still inspire us everyday, keeping your motivation through an infection and situation. Prayers to you and your family!

Take care of yourself Brian! Wish you the very best and a very quick recovery! 🙏

Brain I love your perseverance. You’re the reason I became a fan of the sport and continue to watch. Get strong big guy. Prayers for you to get well soon. ❤

Brian, you are f*cking strong man and you will win this battle. You're such a big inspiration. Big up from Czech republic.

Glad you're much better now, Brian. Stay well and smash that wsm title. 💜

If Brian manages to pull this off at WSM, this will be one of the most insane storylines I have seen outside of the WWE.

We always need someone like you around Brian. People like you is what makes us feel great!

I LOVE YOU SO MUCH BRO, YOUR SO STRONG AND IM GLAD TO SEE YOU GET OUT MAN. YOU ARE MY IDOL. DONT GIVE UP❤

Holy f**k. Did not expect this today. Get well Brian. Whoever wins WSM will owe it partially to you and everything you give.

Holy shit, Brian!!! We’re all pulling for you! We wish you the very best and a speedy recovery!

Much love Brian! You will overcome this and WIN! Praying for you and the family for a quick recovery!

Hang in there big guy-you’re such an inspiration I know you’re feeling low but you’re going to bounce back and be better than where you were at! Cant wait to hear Brian Shaw World Strongest Man 2023!!! 5x Champ!!!!

Such an inspiration you are Brian. Absolute Legend. We are all here for you big man. 🇺🇸

Such kind words Brian has about life and family. It's such a shame that those thoughts don't come from more people.

Wishing you a speedy recovery brian . All the best to you and the family for the future.

Get better Brian your my guy I watch everything you do super inspirational from a competitive stand point and family . Prayers for a speeding recovery and keep all positive thoughts up . Let’s get back to getting that title!!! 💪🏾🙏🏾

We love you Brian.. You cannot imagine what level of inspiration you are.. God bless you Brian God Bless you ❤️

Incredible. You made a hell of a recovery from January.

Watching this is crazy man because I went through the exact same infection towards the beginning of January 2023, bit unfortunately the infection got into my bone in one of my toes so I was in the hospital for 8 days and lost 60lbs. Got out of the hospital and that began journey to recovery and I'm doing great right now I feel but now we're afraid that infection wasn't completely out of my bone so now I gotta go back in and get checked out to see if the infection still in there or not. But I'm glad yours didn't get that bad Brian I can't wait to see your road to recovery because ik it can help me as well through my journey and love ya man can't wait to see part 2 and can't wait for WSM 2023 baby

Almost lost my life to a staph infection in my right heel in 2021. It took me 6 months to recover physically and more than a year before I felt like I was back mentally. Your strength, both physically AND mentally is so unbelievably inspiring. More than you know.

I had an infection a few years ago that made it into my bloodstream and went into my heart. I had to have open-heart surgery to replace my heart valves because of it, and this was before I was even 25. I am fully recovered now, but it was tough. I'm so glad you caught this early before that happened. Stay strong!

Brian I've been following you for just over 10 years now and your one of the 3 that got me into lifting stupid heavy weight along with CT fletcher and Ronnie Colman. Everytime I got into the dark hole of depression id just go back to the gym watch one of you 3 and power through it. This is just a speed bump and a test for you mentally and physically of how bad you want your final WSM. When times get tough it shows your true character. We all have your back and want you to win WSM!

God bless you Brian Shaw. You are built tough! I prayed that your recovery is speedy and that your mindset doesn’t lose motivation! Big love to you Brian Shaw!

I have been in the hospital very recently for the same thing. I definitely didn't wait to go in though so I came out after only 2 days. I was very lucky. Seeing this happen to you is shocking but at the same time it's motivating me to not put limits on myself. It's so easy to focus on what you can't do. I know it's an Eddie Hall line but big love Brian. All the best.

Rooting for you in WSM and thanking God for your recovery, Brian!

you positivity truly is inspiring Brian you are a true legend , all the best to you and your family all the way from South Africa

Hey big guy, brother praying for you to get better and recover. I hope you can continue to prep for the next WSM. You definitely need to get home for your boys they need their dad. We your fans live through your accomplishments. We want you healthy and alive. Thank you for sharing your situation. We love ya brother. On a personal level you lift me up with all your videos. I'm struggling in life and battle deep depression daily, and your videos and outlook help me. Get better and stay strong.

You are an absolute legend, role model, and person. This series and number 5 is going to cement what you've done and who you are. But most of us already know. Big love and much grace!

Wishing you a speedy recovery, my friend!God bless you and your family.Your the greatest WSM champion ever and how you represent the U.S. makes me proud to be an American.

You have a true championship mindset that is extremely inspiration. Praying for you Brian

Praying for full recovery. Being in the medical field and seeing the infection, your very blessed to have had that not enter into the blood stream. So glad your on the upswing. Worlds strongest man in mind and body.

Brian, we really wanna see you on WSM 2023, but we also wanna see you healthy later. You have beautiful family and life of a dream. Just wanna say, whichever place you'll take, you already have huge respect from all fans and community, you have your name in history. Please, don't sacrifice yourself for competition, don't take risks. Get good recovery and take your time. Hope to see you in good health on WSM. Stay strong and healthy! Much love and respect! Hopefully would be able to see you someday. Your tiny 5'10" 160 lbs fan 😅

Hope you heal quick with a speedy recovery and our prayers go out to you

Hey B, sorry to hear about the infection, those suck. Thanks for sending my shirt. I got it today, wearing it in support You are an inspiration

The fact you're referring to this as a "speed bump" = Legend. Wishing you a speedy recovery Brian.

You’re incredible Brian God bless you brother 🙏🙏

Hope you Get well soon and I hope to see you at WSM 2023, but ultimately your health is paramount .. still the best WSM ever the GOAT .. you are humble and one of the best and an amazing ambassador of the sport .. you and Eddie brought WSM to the world and made the sport recognised and enjoyable .. regardless of what happens you are an inspiration

Shaw you help my motivation brother. I was recently diagnosed with NH lymphoma.. You push through the shit, getting old and all and still kick ass. Im trying to stay positive, I dont look forward to losing mass and getting sicker to get better, I have a big family I support, Im the guy they all lean on so its easy for me to go to a dark place mentally thinking about it all, but you staying positive through all the crap, why can't I ... I push through the bad days to hopefully get to the good. God bless Brother!

Skin and soft tissue infection = IV antibiotics. Glad to know that you are doing better with this being back in January 🙏. Let's go Brian!

Phew, glad you're doing better. Love your positive attitude.

Sending prayers your way Brian! 🙏

to see you doing so great in training after going through all this is incredible!

Que vaya todo bien y tenga una pronta recuperación. ¡Mucho ánimo!

Get well soon. Regardless of what happens you are an inspiration to all of us!

Been watching and supporting you ever since you came on the WSM scene and you are the very definition of the BFG. Thoughts and prayers to you Brian

One of the most amazing person I have ever seen. Youre an inspiration to many people. We wish you nothing but the best and for your wellness. Heal up and get well soon brother.

Best wishes to you pal from England. You're such an inspiration. Hope for a speedy recovery big man

Prayers to you and your family. Brian you will always be a hero too your children and wife, and to all of your followers my friend. Stay strong get healthy, and go after that title.💪🏻🇺🇸❤️

My goodness, I'm so sorry you have to go through this, I'm very glad you went to get the proper medical treatment that was needed. Hopefully you can get back out there and start killin it again !! rest up.

Hey Brian. Long time fan and currently an RN. Having a patient with your mentality is amazing. I would be honored to clock into work and knowing you’re my patient and it would push me to be a better caretaker. You don’t just motivate in the gym ❤️💪🏼 Get better and kill the competition!

The body is amazingly adaptive and can do more than you think. Brian Shaw is a shining example of what one is capable of. Good Luck and be well.

Hoping all the best Brian ❤ you and your health comes first

Prayers your way Brian 🙏🙏 You got this Brian, you will beat this!

Almost made me cry Love You B and hope everything is okay and getting better!!!

Seeing someone I admire so much get hit by something like this was really hard to see, but the fact that you just keep going and never give up and aren't going to let it keep you down is so amazing. Get well Brian, you are the Strongest Ever to us.

Stay strong Brian and keep getting stronger!

How can you not love this guy as a human being? He is class through and through. A true professional in every word. Your demeanor has an impact on many people. God Bless you and all the people you inspire. I'll be pulling for you brother. I can't wait to see you win this competition.

Get better..You can definitely win WSM still..You're an inspiration to us younger guys..I started training more and eating a version of your diet(way smaller portions though). It's helping.. Wishing you a speedy recovery,stay strong

Keri is such a strong lady. Who knew she was going through this with Brian and boys! Always praying for you and your family. Super fan of all of you 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

You got this, Brian! Infections are no joke! So glad you went to the hospital when you did. Heal up big guy! 🙏

Brian, I really am so sorry you had such a terrible infection. It’s off to say but we’re almost the exact same age (five months older than you according to Wikipedia age😂) but I’ve looked up to you since you win your first WSM. You single-handedly brought the sports dominance back to America. You’re a monster and such a strong competitor and most importantly you’re a great Father and Husband. Get better Champ!!!

Man i'm sorry you always got to keep a strong mindset going through something like this stay strong man hope you recover fast. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family

I've been going through a rough time recently. I broke my leg back in November because I decided that I was ready to start the grind and lose some weight. I went to the basketball court and was there for 15 minutes before I fell and my leg just gave out. I was in the hospital for a little under a month and watching your journey has kept me motivated and strong. It's been 5 months and I'm stronger, but times are tough still and you're such an inspiration to me. Thank you for helping me stay motivated. Stay strong and can't wait to see you hold that championship again

Hey Brian get well soon. The whole community is behind you bro!