When 'Clean Eating' Becomes Unhealthy
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Күн бұрынThe benefits of going to the gym are immense, but in this video we look at what can happen if things go too far.
If I could have made one video to show my 14 year old self, this is that video.
I actually made the first version of this video 4 years ago, but I wasn’t happy with the way it turned out, so put it off as it does make me look a moron.
I’ve kind of danced around the topic in each video but if even 1 person can learn from my mistakes/ start following some of the channels mentioned then the video was 100% worth it.
Its important to note that while this video is focused on the mistakes I made. I also did a lot right and I no longer think the way I did.
The main point of this video is that I assumed getting lean and looking physically fit was the same as being healthy. My definition of health (as a naïve teenager) was way off and I did a lot of things for the wrong reasons.
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Where it Started 00:00
Progression 03:32
The Problems 08:49
I Got What I Needed Not What I wanted 14:25
@spookyminion 2 жыл бұрын
Homie was literally what most guys that age wanted to look like from the start, shows what social media does to the brain
@kaifives3805 2 жыл бұрын
Your comment is on 69 likes so i’m not gonna like it but I 100% agree. Social Media actively causes Body Dysmorphia istg.
@frlipa 2 жыл бұрын
Exactly!!!
@Kousai 2 жыл бұрын
Hell I'm double that age and working towards that.
@VIIStardust 2 жыл бұрын
So true! I’m 18 and I’d kill to look like he did at the beginning. not literally if course.
@AscendedZenith 2 жыл бұрын
@@VIIStardust I’m 15 and I’ve been doing basketball and swimming for around 6 years. Decided to go to gym and in around 3+ months I got results which are around the same as his. I’m planning to keep it natural and cut out more unhealthy food to get better results. I’d recommend going to gym cause not only you look better, you’ll also look at life in different way
@CHEFPKR 2 жыл бұрын
"Never Compare your Beginning with someone's Middle"
@dragonknightn7n796 2 жыл бұрын
Hey chef love your videos and you right
@kunjananisad2937 2 жыл бұрын
correction- "never compare your balls with someone's pipe"
@relaxandfocus5563 2 жыл бұрын
You shouldn't compare yourself anyway, because there will always be people who have way better beginnings.
@humsa3140 2 жыл бұрын
@@relaxandfocus5563 correct
@flashergoldpower15 2 жыл бұрын
@@relaxandfocus5563 your right
@evaleenapylypiv4498 2 жыл бұрын
Can we talk about how good he looked even at the beginning of the process. Now that's what body dysmorphia does to you.
@FuelzH 2 жыл бұрын
What the fuxk is dysmorphia?
@FuelzH 2 жыл бұрын
Oh nevermind, I personally want to lose weight and gain strength, its going good
@philipford6183 2 жыл бұрын
He looked perfect right at the start, before he started any of this nonsense.
@evaleenapylypiv4498 2 жыл бұрын
@@philipford6183 exactly I agree.
@JamesSmith-mu7ie 2 жыл бұрын
@@philipford6183 yeah but unless you’re skinny you wouldn’t know how much those compliments suck. I hated being called skinny bc it made me feel small. What’s perfect to you could be exactly what they hate about themselves, him starting his regiment was a great thing he just took it too far.
@sophielawson5122 Жыл бұрын
As a girl who recovered from anorexia in 2017, I was interested in watching this too see what a male perspective would look like. I was genuinely shocked at how similar our experiences were (with the exception of the goal as I misguidedly believed getting skinnier would make me a better cross country runner even though I was already very lean). It really drove home the idea that eating disorders are not gender specific and no one gender should feel like their experience is invalid. Thank you for sharing and I wish you the best in your health.
@whatever7338 Жыл бұрын
He is talking about orthorexia not anorexia.
@KoolAids-vj1ll Жыл бұрын
Sadly eating disorders aren't talked about nearly enough. Many times they're overlooked unless it's at an extreme.
@spurious8259 Жыл бұрын
@@whatever7338 Wow he was? I didn't know that!
@shreks_milk_ Жыл бұрын
@@whatever7338 Orthorexia is still a eating disorder soooo.....
@dbest8083 Жыл бұрын
@@whatever7338 still an eating disorder, which is actually pretty similar to anorexia: orthorexia, as stated in the video, is an eating disorder caused (quite ironically) by an unhealthy obsession with health, while anorexia is an eating disorder caused by a heavily distorted body image. Both, if not properly taken care of, can lead to very unhealthy eating habits that can have very serious concequences for your health. To the original commenter, I'm glad you were able to recover and I hope you're now living an healthy life. The sad thing is that body dysmorphia is recognised disquietingly often as exclusively a "female" problem, when it's just as bad and just as common for men, only that women usually aim to become unattainably skinny, while men usually aim to become unattainably muscular. Body dysmorphia really is a problem regardless of gender and I hope everyone affected can overcome it sooner rather than later.
@Sean_Nalewanyj 2 жыл бұрын
Every beginning lifter in today's insane fitness social media climate needs to watch this video. Great work man!
@hhfbko 2 жыл бұрын
It's great to see you here
@theirishpotato6588 2 жыл бұрын
You're a wise man.
@hatemalaa7850 2 жыл бұрын
yo sean i love your channel man
@markrobinson7975 2 жыл бұрын
So good to see you support this video. I feel like I lived through this. I'm now nearly 40 and avoid KZfaq fitness videos like the plague having consumed advice from such "professionals" during my 20s and buying into all the BS. However recently started enjoying your videos, so good to see someone speaking honestly and setting a good example. My partner is a physio and she approves your videos!.... While disapproving of my believe that I can still train pain away! Keep up the good work my friend
@jesperburns 2 жыл бұрын
Every (millionaire) actor trying fool kids with their "broccoli, chicken, rice" bullshit needs to watch this. Why is Chris Hemsworth selling a fitness program while he's on gear?
@gregdoucette 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing as per usual. Everyone needs to watch this.
@theodorewilliamson929 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@ricardos8307 2 жыл бұрын
The doctor has spoken!
@zaraksgram2585 2 жыл бұрын
good to see you here lol
@user-xf3ri4dd4n 2 жыл бұрын
Dad you told you went to get milk from the grocery store .....it's been 5 years pls come back
@VladBatalin 2 жыл бұрын
Greg changed the game for me!! Lost 16 pounds and kept it for 2 years for now
@GayFrogsTho 2 жыл бұрын
My brother got deep into bodybuilding and fitness when he was a teenager. That graduated into a full on eating disorder as he got more obsessed. That was back in the early 2000's, so that all happened without the overwhelming amount of shit on social media, I've not idea what would have happened to him if Instagram was around back then. I really sympathize with young guys and girls who get consumed by body image because I've seen where it can lead.
@WhoBlah21 2 жыл бұрын
I had a friend who also got deep into bodybuilding, like unhealthy deep into it. He use to have a really hard time concentrating and sleeping, he would routinely skip out on trips with us and group gatherings because he was cutting weight at the moment.
@nexus9876 2 жыл бұрын
It’s not our fault that highschool forces unrealistic expectations for males
@evaleenapylypiv4498 2 жыл бұрын
As a female who got into fitness and diet I really relate to this and I can’t stress enough about this topic. I always tell people be extremely careful when you really get into fitness and diet because it will literally take over you and your life and ruin your perception of so many things. I’m 16 years old and I’ve been struggling with a similar disorder that Josh did since I was about 13 and let me be brutally honest here. The disorder truly never fully leaves you.
@FranciscoCruz-dx4ct Жыл бұрын
Early 2010s*
@513regichan Жыл бұрын
@@evaleenapylypiv4498 started going on Tumblr around the 2013 era and found an ed forum. Mind you I already had God awful body image issues at 8 years old and being a teen during those times wasn't good for me. I don't partake in ed behavior as often as I had before but my fiance is seriously pissed at my mom for giving me body dysmorphia. It never leaves you tbh
@thomaswinther3869 2 жыл бұрын
"Too much of anything can be unhealthy even if that thing is 'health'" What a quote
@crackhead3511 2 жыл бұрын
None is talking about how this dude looked perfectly fine even before he started lifting, and he still saw himself as "weak" these internet standarts are ruining peoples lives fr.
@Dotalol123 2 жыл бұрын
Friend of mine in my judo club is strong as an ox, he has obvious muscle physique but he is a bit chubby, he is competing in heavy weight, very good guy but he is insanely insecure, never went to a beach with us, over summer he prefers hoodie and shorts because his legs are well defined but he has a belly. When we try to talk to him telling him he looks decent and theres nothing to worry about, he says "Teddy Riner is 100+ but all muscle" its sad that everyone knows at least 3-5 people whos lives are damaged by comparison to standards somebody pined for all of us..
@alyssashoemaker3414 2 жыл бұрын
Dude I was like "Well got dang, he's pretty defined!" And he's all like "I was so skinny" 😱
@leo.4378 2 жыл бұрын
Nice pfp
@jackvlach2153 2 жыл бұрын
legit he bigger than me
@sagichdirdochnicht4653 2 жыл бұрын
This dude looked better then 90+% of people, serisously. And he was into running - why the fuck would you need a massive Chest and Biceps for that? Legs as well - a dyclist needs to have some conciderable force to push trough elevations. A runner not so much. And being "skinny" certainly is better then being fat. He propably still had more muscle then the average guy who doesn't have a Six Pack, but rather a fucking barrel on the belly area.
@AustenAlexander 2 жыл бұрын
I am not impressed easily…. But I am impressed after this video. Great advice
@Tengaii 2 жыл бұрын
Honestly me too
@youwantmyname9208 2 жыл бұрын
Watch yourself
@ebola5632 2 жыл бұрын
Youre easily impressed than loser lmao
@youwantmyname9208 2 жыл бұрын
@@ebola5632 I can't comprehend what you're talking about
@El-Dorado930 2 жыл бұрын
He meant that this video was meh, which it kinda was.
@VividBoi 2 жыл бұрын
Your 17-year-old body is my end-goal physique that I've been working on for 5 years now. I'm not even close to what you were at 17, though that really goes to show you that you were doing damn well. Media can really skew peoples views, even BUFF and cut 17 year olds thinking they don't look good enough. Glad you spread awareness using this video.
@onemoreweirdo207 Жыл бұрын
Good luck reaching your goal!
@skycastoasis2445 8 ай бұрын
even his starting point, id give so much to be in that position rn and ive been working out for 3 years
@shanez1215 7 ай бұрын
I'm 26 and God damn he was shredded at 17
@AsAWhiteManMarriedToALatina 3 ай бұрын
@@skycastoasis2445do you have inceskeleton?
@jessitabonita 2 жыл бұрын
"Taking care of your fitness is the most _body positive_ things you can do." Y E S !
@kapoink835 2 жыл бұрын
I'm really glad I saw this now. I'm a 16-year old, who just started lifting. I could see myself going down a similar path. Thank you for this, sincerely.
@JordansAnalysis 2 жыл бұрын
Good luck on your journey mate. I’m also a 16-year old who wants to resume lifting soon
@kapoink835 2 жыл бұрын
@@JordansAnalysis Thanks, you too
@wheal2825 2 жыл бұрын
@@kapoink835 I’m eleven and chubby and sad
@kapoink835 2 жыл бұрын
@@wheal2825 Thats okay! I think accepting these things is the first step, irregardles of whether they are true or not. I recommend some form of exercise, doesn't have to be much at first. According to studies, exercise is one of the best ways to improve mood however it might take some time for it to "kick in", I've noticed. Most important thing is doing something you actually enjoy. Trying to keep up an exercise routine that consist purely of things you hate is impossible. So try to find something you actually, truly enjoy doing. And start small, less is more in the beginning. Good luck!
@wheal2825 2 жыл бұрын
@@kapoink835 Kay I begun but problems keep coming
@Ross-vb8bb 2 жыл бұрын
> “Too much of anything could do harm to your health. Even if that thing is health.” That was a cool quote
@user-bm9cv9vn2k 2 жыл бұрын
Such a great message, applies almost everywhere.
@umadbro4493 2 жыл бұрын
but fake
@jannes340 2 жыл бұрын
@@umadbro4493 nah
@jakecarroll5 2 жыл бұрын
Not really ? Eating healthy and exercising is needed. If you're over working yourself to get jacked then you're you got some personal problems you need to address. Just watch Dr.Berg.
@jannes340 2 жыл бұрын
@@jakecarroll5 obviously, but you can go too far, like you said yourself e.g. when you overwork yourself
@hlheutte6554 Жыл бұрын
really appreaciate this. Im a woman who struggled with EDs through my teenage and im glad there's awareness for the guy side of things . the male fitness world is dangerous in a unique way because we (teenage tumblr anorexics) knew not eating was deeply unhealthy but I've not seen someone call out the orthorexia dogma for also being damaging mentally and physically.
@onemoreweirdo207 Жыл бұрын
Right? Throughout my school life I remember been shown so many videos discussing anorexia (mostly in women) but nothing discussing other EDs, whether that included overeating or undereating. More awareness about diet needs to be given to children, and they should also be taught how to maintain a healthy one.
@nuke-161 8 ай бұрын
@@onemoreweirdo207maybe its Just because they are/were the Most Common ed? Not a fact tho Just a wild guess.
@onemoreweirdo207 8 ай бұрын
@@nuke-161 I mean yeah, they are common, and it's certainly important to educate people about it, but obesity is also quite prevelant nowadays so I would assume it's not that much rarer.
@VamLoveAndKisses Жыл бұрын
I'm a CBT therapist and I think this is such an important video. Unfortunately eating disorders aren't recognised enough within men, but orthorexia and "bigorexia" are a big issue among the young male population. Thanks for shedding light on the topic, and for being so honest about your experience. I'm glad you're in a better place now.
@rapeofficial Жыл бұрын
hello im like cbt can you help me with it?
@rigvedratnaraj5462 Жыл бұрын
Can you help me get out of orthorexia
@janrecina9878 11 ай бұрын
Cock and balls torture?
@haroldbalzac6336 8 ай бұрын
Hello Im into CBT can you help me with it?
@southestst 8 ай бұрын
cock and ball
@RudyAyoub 2 жыл бұрын
good stuff my man
@blacksonikh4596 2 жыл бұрын
I cried
@zmby6785 2 жыл бұрын
hey Rudy. dont worry, i won't make a 0-3-5 joke here cause this is a serious video
@ooze5752 2 жыл бұрын
Hi guitar meme guy
@mr.hooman6572 2 жыл бұрын
rudy adobe can you play 035?
@shalashaska6658 2 жыл бұрын
Damn. I didn’t know Rudy was into fitness videos
@xXmlgamingXx355 2 жыл бұрын
The body he showed he had at the beginning of his journey was still very impressive! I wish I had anything close to that.
@wolffrags9856 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, very athletic. Some muscle but not like a bodybuilder. Healthy and balanced physique with great posture. Currently, I'm working towards that. I used to play a lot of videogames and ate too little, so my posture is bad, I'm now at about the ideal weight tho, which is nice.
@xXmlgamingXx355 2 жыл бұрын
@@wolffrags9856 I wish I had your dedication. My problem is quite the opposite, though. Yes, I do play a lot of video games, but my problem is that I’m overweight. I wish to actually manage to lose some weight in the future since I did try multiple times, but to no success.
@IncognitoSprax 2 жыл бұрын
@@xXmlgamingXx355 your ideal physique is possible but you have to work for it. Basically you just got to push through and be dedicated.
@WackyDemonFire 2 жыл бұрын
It's exactly my ideal male body type (not trying to sound offensive, all healthy bodies are good I just think it looks the best).
@dracoxb 2 жыл бұрын
@@xXmlgamingXx355 yeah dude, it sucks at the beggining, but as someone who's been overweight in the past, you just gotta have focus, dedication and information. Also, you are going to see some lean people at the gym and is possible to feel bad at the beggining, but its ok, everyone is in a different place in life, you have to concentrate only on yourself and your progress (if thats what you want). I truly believe that we got to be healthy, but as body image is concerned, i think we should do 1 of 2 things: accept our own bodies and learn to be happy with it, or work to change what we dont like with realistic expectations. The middle ground of beeing unhappy with our bodies and doing nothing to change is the worst possible place. There is this one guy at my gym who is really overweight, and i gotta tell you, its the guy i admire the most there! He's been going for quite some time and obtained some great progress! The first steps are the hardest to take and he is doing them with so much focus and frequency that i find really inspiring. A lot of people who i know and have great bodies where actually overweight and unhappy with their bodies, i guess that gives some kind of extra focus, i dont know. Whatever you decide to do, just dont be unhappy with yourself 🙃
@neonk2222 2 жыл бұрын
I've experienced this same thing, it's interesting to see it from a male perspective. I was always chasing being skinny and its only now thay I've discovered powerlifting and stopped comparing myself to insta models that I feel healthy and at peace with my body and am able to eat anything without guilt or binge eating. Hope is out there for anyone struggling. An amazing video. Thank you for shedding more light on this.
@etzgames996 Жыл бұрын
13 yo here, I thank you so much for bringing awareness to this I could definitely see myself being obsessed over all of this. Thanks for the reality check
@MarioTomicOfficial 2 жыл бұрын
Great video Josh! I hope this message reaches as many people as possible.
@hhfbko 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely
@moulaye7534 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Mario.👋
@LAHWF 2 жыл бұрын
I like Tim Ferris’ slow-carb diet because it specifically says the cheat day is mandatory otherwise it’s unhealthy and can cause a lot of problems down the line.
@mariahughes447 2 жыл бұрын
I've learnt that you shouldn't despise "feel good" foods, thinking it's taboo to touch a bit of chocolate or indulgent meals when you're trying to achieve health goals; it creates a terrible relationship with food and in the long run can do you more harm than good. So important to still enjoy your food, and give yourself a treat!
@mifegreen5960 2 жыл бұрын
Sup andrew
@fireflameft2964 2 жыл бұрын
Lyle Mcdonald call them "free meals" instead of "cheat meals" because cheating has a very bad connotation
@sleepingforest8214 2 жыл бұрын
The man himself !
@JotaShank 2 жыл бұрын
OTAY OTAY
@turtlepenguinXkizuna Жыл бұрын
This is such an important video and I want to give you the biggest hug. It’s an aspect of men’s health that REALLY needs more attention and I’m so glad you took the time and had the courage to share your story. Massive love and respect ❤
@elipressman9267 2 жыл бұрын
I used to starve myself rather than eat McDonald's, it took me years to figure out I had an eating disorder, and I'm still struggling to this day. Thanks so much for this video, it was very insightful.
@TheThunderwars 2 жыл бұрын
Scooby is a genuine person. He is to be protected at all cost.
@Jonathan-A.C. 2 жыл бұрын
Indeed
@zanepeterson777 2 жыл бұрын
People like that are rare. AND HE'S LIKE A GEM
@charliesthill4790 2 жыл бұрын
I think you meant promoted constantly and correctly , not protected.
@zanepeterson777 2 жыл бұрын
@@charliesthill4790 we live in a society
@baardmannetje9339 2 жыл бұрын
Agree! is is great!
@arriebatiste5601 2 жыл бұрын
People usually associate eating disorders as a problem that teenage girls have but lot of boys are silently struggling from this too. Thank you for making this video and sharing your story.
@boss_galaga94 2 жыл бұрын
wen i was suffering from it people made fun of me and said i was on drugs
@amlinprinson5000 2 жыл бұрын
@@boss_galaga94 don't give a shit about people
@WackyDemonFire 2 жыл бұрын
@@boss_galaga94 People can be real asses, if they lack empathy then don't listen to anything they have to say.
@RedLightz_TV 2 жыл бұрын
That’s literally me, least it was when I hit my depression period that I would stress eat and simply eat for comfort. Pushing my body weight from 140 to 220 in a span of 3 years
@cwkapiushon 2 жыл бұрын
This is because girls are getting all the help they need and then boys are just getting made fun of and bullied
@shortking-vp9vv Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your vulnerability. I have so much respect for you and your mission to fight back against the many harmful and misleading aspects of the fitness industry. I recently began caring about my own fitness about two years ago, and since then have had to check myself several times to avoid these same pitfalls. Especially as someone of seemingly chronic low self-esteem, they're easier to fall into than one might think.
@JizzyF83 2 жыл бұрын
I only train to get that good feeling after completing a workout. I don’t worry too much about what I eat, whether I’ve big muscles or not. I just enjoy the good feelings that come with exercise
@merlinsteindorf-elsner1150 2 жыл бұрын
y, it's so liberating :)
@steelermia 2 жыл бұрын
perfect
@vn9545 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah it gives that amazing feeling after a workout
@akira6645 2 жыл бұрын
I workout just to feel strong , having a nice body is a plus side lol
@gaodacheese4691 2 жыл бұрын
Fk yeah, we are average workout enjoyers
@starlight8554 2 жыл бұрын
Chasing a “look” is the worst thing to do when it comes to your fitness journeys from personal experience. Now I do lots of different types of workouts because it’s fun and my health>looking like an influencer.
@deleon3747 2 жыл бұрын
That’s one way to accept defeat
@starlight8554 2 жыл бұрын
@@deleon3747 idk man, I’m at peace because I know at least I’m doing more with my life that’s a trolling on KZfaq comments. You do you, though.
@deleon3747 2 жыл бұрын
@@starlight8554 ok do you feel better..? Nice cat lol
@Kevin-it4fh 2 жыл бұрын
@@deleon3747 lol, accepting defeat is inevitable if your goals were unrealistic to begin with...
@starlight8554 2 жыл бұрын
@@deleon3747 I feel great :) not my cat sadly, he’s an internet cat.
@EricMuranoAU Жыл бұрын
Wow. That is how I wanted to look when I was 17. It's amazing what sort of mental battles people are going through without us knowing. Even those who appear perfect. Hope you're well, Josh.
@anxietycherry Жыл бұрын
I have a tendency to look up everything I eat, I'll read into things too much and end up feeling like everything is bad for me. This video is really relatable and it helps a-lot with the intrusive fears that come with this disorder.
@gamerdisorder3007 10 ай бұрын
I feel the same. Before two years I started to get pain in lower back area and since then it didn't stop hurt. Because of that, I start look up everything I eat and if I eat something that is unhealthy, my life is over.
@lindaflores6326 2 жыл бұрын
The worst part about these "Natural" hollywood tv stars is they make up crazy fake workout routines that they claim to follow, and their younger fans might actually think this is true and it could lead to situations like this.
@Ejaz100 2 жыл бұрын
Honestly people are kinda dumb to think they would actually put their actual work out routine for everyone to see
@Ejaz100 2 жыл бұрын
@The Medical Enthusiast their parents teachin em shit?
@nloc1929 2 жыл бұрын
Those Men's Health Celebrity workout videos are just long commercials for useless exercise products and routines
@viktorastichonovas6061 2 жыл бұрын
Yea, genetly gifted ones, hollywood stars especially.
@R.R.R.712 2 жыл бұрын
I mean, I'm sure they do have their own workout routines. But the problem is that people think or are made to think from media that if they do just that and they will look like them, discounting the fact most of them are on PEDs and doing it for fame, money or to influence. This same KZfaqr made a video about Hollywood that expressed that. Like seriously, would anyone like the age of The Rock will ever look like that with natural training alone? I'm not discounting hard work, and I'm sure they do. But we shouldn't be looking at Hollywood for role models because much of them appears more than it is. And it's becoming dangerous that younger generations wanting to look like that and are chasing recognition when they should be focusing on improving themselves and don't realize the consequences in the long run. Like MFs want to take PEDs to be a buff waiter or something lmao. Nowadays, a lot of fitness gurus or "influencers" that give wrong informations with their photoshopped images and PED bodies just to sell you some BS and make them look good. Like always, media hype things up all the time to take advantage of the gullible.
@BlockoPlayzz 2 жыл бұрын
His body at 17 which he called “skinny fat” is what my end goal looks like
@pure2291 2 жыл бұрын
a year straight of progressive overload working out 3 days a week you could get that
@edgars.637 2 жыл бұрын
@@pure2291 naw, man. Like it was said in the video, everyone’s different. Working out 3 times a week could work for some to achieve that physique, but not for others. I almost had physique like that too, but was working myself to the bone for it and now just accepted my genetics and just workout and eat relatively clean to be my best self.
@yi-vanstudenov464 2 жыл бұрын
@@pure2291 nah it all depends where you start from, don't say that cause it might unmotivated people
@blaedy 2 жыл бұрын
Trust me bro your goals will change on the way there.. we always want more and more I think thats the problem with people taking gear in the beginning everybody wants to try and max out their naturally possible physique to maintain that after being on gear.. only Problem is that they don't think about how their goals will change.. for example someone uses test e and gains some pounds, but while gaining them he suddenly wishes to be a lot leaner at the same time and that thought doesnt go away till he decides to do the next cycle and so on.. the fitness industry is fucked up and except a handful of people who are truly natural most nattys are still fake nattys and will never admit it
@rafaelalodio5116 2 жыл бұрын
Pure No you can't, I've been on that for two years and a half and I'm not even close.
@angrymountain777 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for being open and sharing your struggles. You’ve helped me!
@stinks7065 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for talking about this! I feel like orthorexia isn't talked about as often as anorexia, perhaps because the sufferers are chasing "health". I almost developed orthorexia myself, and now that I've mended my relationship with food, it's just bonkers how much I see disordered eating patterns being advertised as healthy ways of eating, especially in the fitness space. Glad to hear you were able to pull through and find help and regain balance!
@donmagulon 2 жыл бұрын
Your "skiny form" is literally my dream physique. Too bad I'm just built big, and feminine...
@heinrichotoyama4516 2 жыл бұрын
same siatuation lol
@donmagulon 2 жыл бұрын
@@heinrichotoyama4516 i have such weird fat distrubtion, wide hips and big thighs i look weird
@TheSpekkel1 2 жыл бұрын
@@donmagulon Same, but I don't care.
@Danny-no7jp 2 жыл бұрын
Mine too, I'm a way, way skinnier version of his skinny form
@arcaraw-araw8682 2 жыл бұрын
Same, im very skinny and people always advise me to eat more when i started working out but it's just hard for me with my appetite and picky eating :/
@jonathan_8100 2 жыл бұрын
Its weird because the first video and pictures of him before he started lifting are what I would love to be more like and be satisfied with at his age. He looked perfectly fine for his age. Just goes to show how social media makes us feel like crap inside and out.
@brick4522 2 жыл бұрын
fr if i have i body as he was at that age I would be satisfied.
@keegan112099 2 жыл бұрын
Hell that's all I'm working for now! I never cared much about having muscle. Just want to be thin and have the cardio and endurance to run
@jonathan_8100 2 жыл бұрын
@yhootoob what attitude?
@jonathan_8100 2 жыл бұрын
@yhootoob still have no idea what youre talking about
@arthursidrim5445 2 жыл бұрын
@@jonathan_8100 , maybe he is talking about people desiring other persons’ appearence. “If i had his body, i would be perfectly fine.”
@mascrowe Жыл бұрын
Genuinely one of the most holistic videos I’ve seen in a long time. Well done brother, keep up the good work!
@midnightprophet7935 2 жыл бұрын
This was a great video that I shared with my 13 year old daughter who plays lots of sports and is sometimes too focused , at her age and activity level, on trying to cut calories when I keep expressing to her that that should not be, and is not the healthiest, path for her at this stage in her growth and training. Sometimes they gotta here it from someon else. Especially since much of your journey was taken around her same age and energy output level. Also the reinforcement of not comparing yourself to others was a good reminder for her as well. Thanks dude.🙏🏼❤💪
@CaptainCsaba 2 жыл бұрын
The only healthy way of comparing yourself to others, it to compare yourself to yourself from yesterday. Everything else either leads to anxiety or an unhealthy ego.
@ZainAhmed-ns2di 2 жыл бұрын
Even then you shouldn't. There are genetic variations that make some people start off better than others. Some get fuller muscle bellies, while others can lift heavier
@hendrong 2 жыл бұрын
That’s not so healthy for me, considering I’m getting worse, lol.
@BezmenovWasRight 2 жыл бұрын
You can still admire people and learn with them, just don't try to live other peoples lives.
@manictiger 2 жыл бұрын
Think about things you want to accomplish in life and things you want to do. Do not think about trying to impress others. A king of imbeciles is still an imbecile. I dress nicely because it gets better results in business, not because I care about impressing people. I have money because it makes life easier, not so I can impress others. I keep improve my properties because it makes me feel good and because it gets better results in business, not because I care what the neighbors think. Improve your life and yourself. To hell with everyone else. Vanity doesn't pay the bills.
@TheAwesomoe 2 жыл бұрын
Comparing yourself to the you of yesterday can also be unhealthy. Everything has a healthy and unhealthy version of it, keep that in mind. Define goals and then focus on the now, that's the safest route for people dealing unhealthy behaviour and ego.
@TheRoarWithin 2 жыл бұрын
The first video of yourself is literally what I’d like to look like - slim and toned. Funny how we are never happy.
@IamINERT 2 жыл бұрын
Honestly
@Alex-ys4pn 2 жыл бұрын
same same
@hypersonicmonkeybrains3418 2 жыл бұрын
i know right... this bloke is a nutter.
@sshshbdbsbsn678 2 жыл бұрын
Hey I'm his same age and being healthy ain't bad but sometimes you have to ignore it to progress
@guilhermegarcia8750 2 жыл бұрын
Slim and toned wont save your ass in an emergency. Mighty strength will.
@necroguy567 2 жыл бұрын
Glad that I watched this when I started to get into fitness, made me much more skeptical Great video man!
@near1469 10 ай бұрын
I can't even begin to stress how helpful to beginners this is, thank ya.
@RamseyDewey 2 жыл бұрын
Outstanding video! Man, At age 18, I weighed 98 lbs at a height of 6’1”. From age 21-22, I went through a series of gastrointestinal failures that resulted in 4 major surgeries that kept me looking like a skeleton. I didn’t even have a “normal” BMI until my mid 30’s. Basically the first three decades of my life, everyone was stronger than me. Everyone was bigger than me. Everyone was fitter than me. And comparisons like that are a really easy thought trap to fall into. Being grateful for what you are given > the grass on the other side of the hill.
@bubblewhip382 2 жыл бұрын
Now get out there and train!
@epicmatrix2208 2 жыл бұрын
hey wassup dude, nice seeing you here
@vukjovanovicofficial 2 жыл бұрын
Your channel helped me with many things, one of which was to just keep playing my drums every day and do long walks. Just got out there and trained, thank you for that Ramsey. Love ya mate!
@misterabsurd4733 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, I thought that my 115 lbs at a height of 6'1" when I was 16 was insane! Now at 40, I'm 6'2" and 165 lbs. That last inch was heavy!
@oscarosullivan4513 2 жыл бұрын
The grass is always greener on the other side
@mattcs 2 жыл бұрын
amazing video josh, realised this after attempting my first cut. Felt absolutely terrible and unreal
@mattcs 2 жыл бұрын
Got shredded tho.. fuark
@Bearical 2 жыл бұрын
Don't give up yet
@whodis1110 2 жыл бұрын
Great to see someone I've known for years having similiar interests in so many aspects. Lmao when I started watching your CS content I was like 30lbs overweight and that dumb ass game was my life, even with a very sporty background I was just a lazy slouched mofo with no interest in getting fit/muscular. Luckily, I realised this before reaching adulthood. Good luck Matt!
@sadi_supercell2132 2 жыл бұрын
Amm bunny hoper here ????
@mr.someone5679 2 жыл бұрын
The hell are u doin here lol. Ive come to realise that people that really enjoy competitive games, usually also enjoy competitive sports.
@lisapeters4607 2 жыл бұрын
Not only is it heartbreaking to see that someone can be so influenced by trends but I find it even more heartbreaking that so little people talk about eating disorders in men when they are just as common. I'm glad someone is speaking up to make sure that others don't go down the same path.
@saucex 2 жыл бұрын
youve helped me so much throught these past months, I've went from starving myself to get more lean to actually having a good diet and working out. Thank you so much for making these videos!
@leahswenson7776 2 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate this. It's really refreshing to see this from a male's point of view. we always talk about what women go through but not young boys and men. Thank you
@timullrich1464 2 жыл бұрын
If you only knew how much social pressure there is on men…
@leahswenson7776 2 жыл бұрын
@@timullrich1464 ☹ I have 2 young sons too. 11 and 5 and it makes me worried.
@KingdomFitnessPensacola 2 жыл бұрын
My son is six and already wanting me to check out his "abs". Fortunately he's still young and delusional enough to think he looks like a fitness model😅. However this makes me anxious thinking about him at 14 or 15. Even as a mother it feels like your voice is so small compared to someone like The Rock or an Avenger.
@leahswenson7776 2 жыл бұрын
@@KingdomFitnessPensacola yeah I'm definitely worried about my boys
@connergalles7106 2 жыл бұрын
@@leahswenson7776 I'm 18 now and I don't really have a healthy lifestyle yet, but I'm still a teenager, and I workout. When I was a kid with my dad we always worked out and I can't believe I did 100 pushups 100 burpees 100 pullups, etc. The weird thing is I never thought about social pressures as a kid but I was antisocial, and I had a good group of friends. As I am 18 now I can see how what young kids think and do can really affect what they become in the future. Just make sure you have a good husband
@ManglishWorld 2 жыл бұрын
Someone has to speak out the truth.🔥
@straightbusta2609 2 жыл бұрын
Malayali
@Kevin-cy2dr 2 жыл бұрын
@@straightbusta2609 dude malayalis everywhere uff pewer
@gowthambobby5683 2 жыл бұрын
What the... Mallu alert 😂
@ahmedhossam3473 8 ай бұрын
I truly appreciate that video, I see the majority of fitness KZfaq channels, Coaches on Facebook and other platforms promote the "perfect body shape" which is extreme and usually unattainable. Eventually leading to dysmorphia and depression and people both men and women feeling "not good enough". this is one of the few channels that really helps people getting bulk or lean while maintaining acceptance in the process without overvaluing masculine body.
@rafaelbatista4534 Жыл бұрын
I tend to become obsessed with things that I am really into. I really enjoy working out and having an overall healthy lifestyle. Although my mom is a trainer who promotes a genuinely balanced lifestyle and she always helps me stay on the right track, I sometimes feel that it isn't enough. So it's nice for my mental to have an occasional reminder of the cost of pushing too far. This kind of videos really help me stay conscious of how far I'm pushing. Thank you for sharing your story!
@liamjunier8624 2 жыл бұрын
I started lifting when I was 15 cause I wanted to get stronger and hated looking skinny. I never lifted to impress girls but instead to stop getting bullied, be able to defend myself and to take my mind off of my terrible mental health and physical health. Luckily I spend a lot of time researching muscle gain in general and was able to avoid what was discussed in the video. It’s been exactly a year since I started lifting and I have so far put on 35 lbs of muscle and maintained 13 percent body fat. I have done this while eating 3,800 calories daily of whatever food I want while trying to include high protein and nutrient dense foods into my diet. I don’t want this video to discourage anyone into not taking lifting seriously as it has cured my mental health problems and taught me discipline.
@danolix 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah lifting is pretty nice, I started almost purely weightlifting at 15 too and it doesn't take that long for results to come really.
@quandaledingle3262 2 жыл бұрын
How do you eat that much man, please tell me bc I’m 14 and put on some muscle but I hit a plateaus
@brokencop7629 2 жыл бұрын
Same boat here, about to start on that journey tho
@liamjunier8624 2 жыл бұрын
@@quandaledingle3262 if your trying to eat more I would track the amount of calories your trying to eat and slowly try to increase your daily calories. If your plateauing I would try to change your lifting routine until you find one that you see the most muscle gain through.
@eferrari96 2 жыл бұрын
@@liamjunier8624 Tracking calories is something I would be careful with as it could turn into a bad habit and can also lead to eating disorders. And if someone is 14 I would not worry too much about it if you are getting skinnier, because once you stop growing you will need less calories to maintain the weight.
@spunkflunk 2 жыл бұрын
Man your starting point was way better than mine, you had so much muscle definition for somone who didn't hit the gym. I started out skinier than you but with no muscle definition at all, I looked to be nothing but skin bone and a thin layer of fat over the bone.
@ducdu4136 2 жыл бұрын
We all start somewhere man. Stay consistent and you will reach your goal.
@jailhousestrong7048 2 жыл бұрын
Hey, how much do you weight now? Great progress.
@natterdag4949 2 жыл бұрын
Remember that he had at that point already been doing push-ups and pull-ups and such, plus his extensive sports background. So, the 'starting' point he's showing is just from when he started getting really, really into strength training for size.
@altruisticlemur 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, same here. I used to play a lot of tennis before I start weightlifting and I was literally just bone. I've been lifting for a year and I'm just getting to around where Josh's starting point was.
@spunkflunk 2 жыл бұрын
@@ducdu4136 already did reach my goals, I have been working out for over 3 years and look pretty decent. I just meant that I started at such a shity point with zero foundation
@celticsuave Жыл бұрын
This video is EXTREMELY important and everyone should be aware of the problems you mentioned in it. Thanks so much for this!
@whatyalookingat3020 Жыл бұрын
Fun fact: when 80% precent of your diet is protein, protein becomes your energy. You start burning protein instead of fat kinda like what happens when you fast for more then 3 days.
@jaybsthebarbarian8669 Жыл бұрын
Ive heard that your diet should be 50% protein, 25%carbs and 25%fat. This way you get your majority of energy from fats and carbs. Of course these numbers may differ from person to person
@carbonatedPigeon Жыл бұрын
@@jaybsthebarbarian8669 you do not need 50% protein 😅 25-30% is perfectly fine
@TheGrowthMindset777 5 ай бұрын
@@jaybsthebarbarian8669 25% protein and then some mix of carbs and fats are preferred, 50% would be hard to achieve at least for me lol
@BunnyGirl71 2 жыл бұрын
"Comparison is the thief of joy." Good for you for getting to the point where you're focusing on your health. You've been through quite a grueling journey, and it's encouraging to hear your positive message.
@BryansMind404 2 жыл бұрын
Read that as "Compassion is the their of joy." and got real confused haha
@SoVidushi 2 жыл бұрын
I feel so bad for him, dealing with an eating disorder as a teen while juggling sports and highschool sounds rough. I'm glad he's doing better now. Take care of yourself, men.
@oscarosullivan4513 2 жыл бұрын
Well Love Island has a lot to explain
@SoVidushi 2 жыл бұрын
@fUck eRy no problem, goodluck with everything :))
@SoVidushi 2 жыл бұрын
@yhootoob what do you mean?
@daninazzz 2 жыл бұрын
@@SoVidushi nevermind that yhootoob guy, he is just a random toxic user on the internet. Your comment is really good and you are such a great persona, I hope you doing well
@bl5533 2 жыл бұрын
Ppf
@Swedishmafia101MemeCorporation Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all of these videos. You're saving a lot of teens from having their formative years ruined, and I'm glad your message is spreading more and more.
@morgankayex 2 жыл бұрын
I'm really proud of you and the journey you've been on, self love will always be more important than self image
@Nitaka12 2 жыл бұрын
The rise of roided actors playing superheroes - and bulking up in three months- has really messed up the minds of young men. Those three month transformations are just unrealistic.
@spectate0074 2 жыл бұрын
Three month transformation arent unrealistic, you just have to understand your foundation.
@localfriendlycloud7720 2 жыл бұрын
and the fact that they look that way because they are severly dehydrated and is still seen as the optimal body is kinda wack
@jaisotheunfathomablybased7135 2 жыл бұрын
@@localfriendlycloud7720 Severely dehydrated? They get such strict training with trainers that they never EVER look dehydrated, I don't know what you mean by that, they just have really low body fat after the training
@dotty3825 2 жыл бұрын
@@jaisotheunfathomablybased7135 they ment probably the trick actors use to look more muscular while filming. They usually have to be dehydrated because muscles are more visible and more outlined that way. Some actors talked about this in interviews for example Henry Cavill.
@christopherandersson5082 2 жыл бұрын
@@jaisotheunfathomablybased7135 you don’t know what you’re talking about, actors, bodybuilders, and models do dehydrate so do fighters before weigh in. Losing water weight in muscle makes them look more defined, vascular, and “cut”. When you hold a natural amount of water in you look more bulky and less defined. Tons of actors and bodybuilders talk about how they’re forced to do so and they basically feel like they’re on the verge of dying. They don’t dehydrate while training they do it for when they need aesthetics like photos, movies, and competition
@alexs5394 2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad that I didn't grow up in the age of Instagram influencers, when I was in high school it was just reality tv stars. They at least didn't pretend to be just normal people making insane transformations. I feel for the zoomers because that has got to take its toll on your developing self esteem
@stackerhvh 2 жыл бұрын
It's alright, most of the influencers don't look or act very normal either. There will always be something to reel in the weak and vulnerable unfortunately.
@azrubs593 2 жыл бұрын
I think I’m technically a zoomer and honestly it’s not that bad. Some people just can’t get in the mindset of not caring; caring may not be the right word here but you get the idea. Other than that our lives are pretty great and easy, we can be very social if we like, or literally never talk to anyone face to face. Just like every little ‘group’ of people in life there are always those outliers that make you wonder lol Oh and I think tik tok and Instagram reels are were most of the feeling bad about your body crap comes from. People get so absorbed into those apps and it’s kinda addicting not gonna lie
@azrubs593 2 жыл бұрын
@WoboTheWombat Yeah exactly. I mean I'm not gonna shame you for being overweight, but your *definitely* not going trick me into praising you
@knessy Жыл бұрын
Definitely needed this reality check as I'm restarting my fitness journey and feeling myself slip into a different unhealthy mindset while trying to fix my already unhealthy mindset with body image. Thank you!
@leemoshos-churches1896 Жыл бұрын
thank you for talking about this!!!!! eating disorders in the fitness/gymbro community are so untalked about, people always just have a "push harder" mindset and it makes me sad as someone who's already gone through an ED and is trying to get into fitness. congrats on the introspection!!!
@raerae555 Жыл бұрын
My heart aches that you went through all of that but very impressed with how far you’ve come. Fantastic video!!!
@PetSymmetry 2 жыл бұрын
Sadly there are far too many victims of this mentality, and it’s seemingly only gotten worse with how many clearly unnatural people don’t disclose that fact, giving even more unrealistic standards to teens. Thank you for being comfortable enough to share your story, and I hope it reaches even one person who needs to hear this.
@FrNhile 2 жыл бұрын
I always be cautious and do research when learning about these things. People should start educating themselves about these. We shouldn't censor these unrealistic standards, If people are easily manipulated by these stuff then they would be easily manipulated about anything.
@svenyes4078 2 жыл бұрын
I was a lucky one. My mother was a world class rowing athlete, and her long time friend is a dietologist/physician that works for my country's national anti-doping organization. They would certainly know a bit about health and nutrition. I think I don't appreciate the luck I have to basically be born into an athlete's family, but this video gets me thinking about that. I should help my friends with this sort of thing, or at least guide them in the right direction.
@jatin2866 2 жыл бұрын
The question is,how much do you lift?💀
@svenyes4078 2 жыл бұрын
@@jatin2866 not much, I deadlift 150kg, but I like to prioritize form over weight
@hassuntzu6523 2 жыл бұрын
@@svenyes4078 damn, who is your mother?
@svenyes4078 2 жыл бұрын
@@hassuntzu6523 she’s an old swedish rowing champion, won nationals a few times and eventually got in into the national team and competed in a world championship, didn’t win sadly. She had to cut her career short because of university though.
@timxiix3864 2 жыл бұрын
That is a really honorable goal to go for, let others know about health and you will be surprised how less ppl know about how to live healthy
@vincemalovich516 2 жыл бұрын
WOW - Amazing journey. Thank you so much for sharing your struggles. I do feel terrible, as a parent, that you had to go through those difficult years. It good to see that you’ve come through and you’re in a better place now. I hope you continue your fitness journey and that you can help others. All the best!
@Iamfafafel Жыл бұрын
I love this new wave of awareness of mental health surrounding fitness. You’re making very important videos!
@meemeemuzn888 2 жыл бұрын
You're legit telling my life story. Sometimes it feels like I'm a fuckig slave to that dysmorphic body image to the point of having LITERALLY my WHOLE LIFE on hold because I just can't take it out of my mind
@Dinesh-mc8jg 2 жыл бұрын
Be the ultimate version of yourself
@bradridgway581 2 жыл бұрын
Scooby is such an OG. I remember watching him back in my teens too. So glad I got my early info from him and not scammers like kids nowadays do a lot.
@WhySoBroken 2 жыл бұрын
Crazy to see young teens and early 20s guys these days developing better physiques than OGs like Scooby who put 30+ years into this. It's so obvious that steroid abuse is becoming more and more common.
@callumfisher8101 2 жыл бұрын
@@WhySoBrokenScooby uses TRT
@user-nf8bf6dr6f 2 жыл бұрын
@@callumfisher8101 which is totally fine given his age and health deterioration associated with age related declining level of testosterone
@callumfisher8101 2 жыл бұрын
@@user-nf8bf6dr6f Not really. Its still using steroids to gain an advantage. The average person his age can’t get to his level without using roids. Its no different to using them at 20.
@JuggsMCPvP 2 жыл бұрын
@@callumfisher8101 If he's open about it, then what's the problem? The problems this video exposes are falsehoods of fake naturals.
@NA-nz9lv 2 жыл бұрын
I'm thankful for videos like these, I know it can be hard to talk about personal problems that you had during your life but this is definitely helpful for many people out there that might make the same mistake, the moral of the story is to never compare yourself to others and to value your well-being (both physical and mental) more than your body-shape, again thank you, you might not know it but this definitely makes a difference in a world full of people that don't know how many young men and women go through this phase (and many never get out of it).
@Lucas_1706 2 жыл бұрын
I wish I have seen this video when I was younger. Coincidentally, I went through of all you did, at pretty much the same age, and everything you said was relatable. I had an extremely strict diet, life and an overwhelming gym routine, because of my orthorexia and the desperate desire to be healthy. Thankfully, I got rid of this cycle, and now I feel free to eat and to do whatever I want, I feel free to live. I'm glad I got over it. This video described part of my life.
@Benjoi 2 жыл бұрын
Your Editing!!! 😍 keep it up! And on a more serious note - very important topic, glad you brought it up! 👍
@alehlete830 2 жыл бұрын
No
@gistfilm 2 жыл бұрын
Video: bodybuilding videos are a scam. Me: I see what you did there...
@depressedcoffeecup3190 2 жыл бұрын
Replace getting muscular, with getting skinny and you get the girl version. It's so weird that we did the exact same thing, we are told the same thing too, end up with the same bad habits, and feeling worse and worse...Hearing a guy's side of things is really nice. Like a breath of fresh air since women tend to talk about this sometimes (even if they go back with better restrictive skills lately, still, they did their best). The only thing is that you weren't starving yourself because you need to gain instead of losing. The rest is like...man. I did the same things, didn't electrocute myself, not that. But I did the rest and also, a few more great things: like convincing myself a glass of water and 30 g of a banana is a meal, feeling full after one spoon of anything is the result. Feeling sick and thinking: Nah, I ate is how down the drain I went. And I am trying to like my body more but if someone naturally looks better, just because that's how their body looks, I still feel like less of a human being even if I know it doesn't matter. If someone only likes me for my looks then I don't need that person anyway and we'll never be happy. So, what's the point? Who knows? We just want to be loved. And somehow it got to our head: you can't be loved if x and y. Connection is necessary for survival, or it used to be, but our brains are still old style. Life evolved, brain still reacts to triggers it reacted to 2000 years ago 'cause it worked. So, of course, nothing is enough when it comes to getting what kept humanity alive. And I really like skinny girls, I really do which is weird. I like feeling like I am floating but I just want to do something else with my life which is all that convinces my perfectionist brain from taking over, I will say: I am going to eat that piece of bread, yes. I want to do something else than stand there and look pretty. And I am still eating healthy and etc but I hope I will never care as much if I eat some pasta one day cause I was hungry for something filling. Thank you so much for making this vid, it takes guts and if any guy tells you: you didn't try hard enough, you're not manly, blah blah. Please, for the love of God, for all the girls who totally relate to you, don't listen to them. This vid alone makes you more humane than most and that 100 percent is lovable and respectable.
@JohnSmith-zk8xp 2 жыл бұрын
but dudes SHOULD be ripped, and so should girls!
@Rapscalian 2 жыл бұрын
Well the thing you said about liking me for my looks part is basically a bonus because looks obviosly make a big difference in relationship and IMO the love i stronger
@sipsimies1588 2 жыл бұрын
Being skinny is not unhealthy, being borderline anorexic is unhealthy
@wynsonrao5177 2 жыл бұрын
@@JohnSmith-zk8xp not ripped. Healthy and fit.
@marytc2714 2 жыл бұрын
@@JohnSmith-zk8xp please no , healthy is alright
@andrewkermode1606 2 жыл бұрын
Stumbled across your channel today man, you are truly a breath of fresh air amongst a sea of deception within KZfaq. You're real bro! Thankyou :)
@nanananananananana00 5 ай бұрын
i cannot thank you enough for sharing your story and experience, you shed light on an often hidden and ignored sector of people suffering from disordered eating. i wish you nothing but love, success and appreciation for yourself, you are worth so much more than your looks.
@TysonStevenn 2 жыл бұрын
I started lifting after a bad breakup and got hooked. I saw progress the first few years but it’s slowed down as I’m natural and feel like I’m close to my genetic limit. It can feel overwhelming when you see so many people who look huge and shredded all over the internet because you want to get to their level. But you have to be realistic. SO many people use gear and edit their photos to look better. Be proud of what you’ve accomplished and only compare to yourself.
@Regalhound 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this.
@midgethater2238 2 жыл бұрын
Im built like a square and have always been naturally strong. As a 93kg south african ex rugby player at 16 i started gymming at 15 and only started seeing progress in muscle definition now but have seen my strength build. Ive wondered on cutting and going too 83 kg but never started
@Jonathan-A.C. 2 жыл бұрын
That last part is 115% facts
@Vincent43746 2 жыл бұрын
And steroids
@cahallo5964 2 жыл бұрын
Just a reminder that maximum strenght and musculature is not achieved at a young age but between 30s and 40s
@luninyt 2 жыл бұрын
Me being a 15 year old teenager, thank you a lot. I’m really glad I’ve found this out because even though I was working on being “healthy”, my communication skills were very bad. I will keep working out but I’ll try to develop my own personality from now on.
@susano7135 2 жыл бұрын
That's the spice! Your character is the most important part of you because everything stems from it. You're on the right track, kid.
@tonythetiger1600 2 жыл бұрын
U got a good head on your shoulders do u first n 4most n it's the mind thats matters b healthy by all means but not at risk 2 your self God bless 🙏
@Numantino312 2 жыл бұрын
oy Hex, am autistic (aspergers) so my own communication skills were pretty bad too. what helped: -read a few etiquette books. helps to have basic idea of how to act in various situations -watch a few good tv shows/movies. don't become a tv head. just that it helps to understand cultural references and have something to talk about. KobraKai is pretty straight btw -read Bible. helps straighten out inside the head big time, which by itself puts you on better footing communication-wise keep at it; you'll do fine
@soldeinvierno4689 2 жыл бұрын
Same here,this video is really eye-opening. I wish you the best!
@gnewhall4116 2 жыл бұрын
Same, wish you luck my brother!
@theultimateswan Жыл бұрын
I'm really glad I found this when I did (about 6 months ago). I started working out for sports too, and am now surrounded by guys that have lifted for 5x years, do all this program stuff(& cycles), and social media and its unrealistic expectations. It sometimes does nag on me, but this has helped me keep a healthy perspective about myself and my goals.
@natewasserman2559 Жыл бұрын
Writing, delivery, and production are all on point. Top notch content!
@DrSwole 2 жыл бұрын
It’s ironic how the fitness journey can become a hamster wheel of “still too skinny.” Setting realistic expectations and focusing on the process is crucial 💯
@bart589 2 жыл бұрын
Well, I think many of us start obsessive because we want to do it the perfect way. This will, however, take away the fun of the training. After a while I started to also eat the 'bad' food because I just challenged myself to do it and noticed that eating it once in a while doesn't affect my looks and progression. Nowadays I follow my training program and just track my calories (roughly, not obsessive) and protein. I don't care about the fat and carbs. Gymming and the life around it is what gives me a lot of energy.
@rafaelalodio5116 2 жыл бұрын
In my case I was never skinny a day in my life, I've been always fat, and kinda still am, but I am healthy and that's what matters.
@BrownGuyDoesLife 2 жыл бұрын
Not gonna lie, most people would kill for the physique of 16 year old Josh Brett! Great message behind the video, one that's relevant to anyone interested in personal fitness. It's not about quick results, it's about sustainable results!
@Dinesh-mc8jg 2 жыл бұрын
Ik, my man had an insane body
@idkhbu1845 2 жыл бұрын
100%
@brunocardoso7132 2 жыл бұрын
exactly
@greg77389 2 жыл бұрын
He was cut for sure but a lot of skinny guys just want pure mass and for that you need to bulk. If you were skinny to begin with then cutting will come easy after you finish bulking. I used to be like this dude where I would try to cut calories wherever I could but I now realize the importance of carbs in addition to protein when it comes to building muscle and getting stronger.
@jaychristensen2179 2 жыл бұрын
his chest in the video has to be the strongest point. he looked hella good even then
@alech5823 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you I needed this video so much I started working out because I was rejected and for a year I let it define me I lost 20 pounds over the summer while not changing my diet just through workout and then focused on muscle I had binge eating and felt bad about it afterwards I eventually also got orthorexia and now am doing better I have a more sustainable plan and am taking care of myself guys please don't go too far deep into this for whatever reason nothing is worth the pains of feeling hopeless because you ate 4 more bread rolls than you alloted yourself for the week. Take care of yourself and do it carefully nobody is worth you doing this to yourself do it because you want it
@carastone3473 2 жыл бұрын
What a great video! Thank you so much for all people who NEED to see and hear this!
@bayleehough6558 2 жыл бұрын
This breaks my heart to see because my fitness "journey" started the same way. My senior year of high school I started doing the same thing - attempting to find guidance from "influencers" who had no place providing nutrition advice, and worked out endlessly. All I wanted was to be skinny and as a result I started cutting all "bad" foods from my diet, which turned into orthorexia. I was so restrictive that I would either avoid social gatherings or binge when given access to a ton of food at such social events. It really took a toll on my physical and mental health and while I'm in a much better place now 5 years later, I still tend to struggle with the guilt of skipping the gym or eating foods that as a high schooler I deemed unacceptable.
@hexwolfi 2 жыл бұрын
This story really hits home how important for us to recognize that there is no one standard for "fitness" and that our bodies are designed to adapt to whatever we need them to do. For example, someone whose lifestyle requires them to lift heavy objects is inevitably going to look much different than the person who runs marathons, and there's nothing wrong with that. We also need to learn to trust our bodies, especially when it tell us we need food. Above all, be kind to yourself; fitness should enrich our lives, never detract from it!
@agentsquid9079 2 жыл бұрын
I hate how people think Marathon Runners are “weak.” When in reality their slow twitch muscle fibers allows them to endure running far longer.
@in4mal_baker270 2 жыл бұрын
@@agentsquid9079 The very same thing that ensured the survival of our species too. :) Isn't that a strange coincidence?
@theanonymouscommenter976 2 жыл бұрын
@@agentsquid9079 true. They look like that because it's precisely how their muscles need to be for the sport they practice, and that's not bad at all.
@gab3.angel.zam06 2 жыл бұрын
I’m very glad that I found this video, already started lifting weights at age 15 but I did notice I’m going a bit crazy with my health and the body type I really wanted a fantasy that I thought I can but warning me about it helps me realize that it can negatively affect me and my perspective on life. It’s a good thing I’m not alone and glad that you show what is good and what is not. It’s Ok to workout and do things but I do have to consider my mental health and how at the end of the day should be happy with the body I’m at rn.
@t.cobbseats8765 10 ай бұрын
Hey Josh - Great presentation and wonderful video editing. Thank you for sharing your candid experience, and I know many can relate/learn from this.
@brettjosh 2 жыл бұрын
DISCLAIMER: This video is about how my definition of what was 'healthy', slowly changed until it was completely incorrect, causing physical and mental problems. In the title of the video, 'healthy' is in inverted commas for this reason; my definition was wrong. The purpose of this video is to raise awareness of orthorexia, something you should be aware of if you are extremely into fitness. Thanks for watching!🙂 Free guides: transform.brettjosh.com/josh-brett-links Follow Me for Extra Content: 📸Instagram: joshuwab_ - instagram.com/joshuwab_/ 🐔Twitter: Brettaljeni - twitter.com/Brettaljeni
@C.A._Old 2 жыл бұрын
You Know What ? Everybody Want it but we don't know how can ? god damn it ! maybe i learn before ! but its fine ! everythings is not to late ! doesn't too late ! it ! Never ! Ever !
@nana-sy5xl 2 жыл бұрын
Maybe..just maybe, You're extremely perfectionist..like my best friend..haha..well,i guess everyone have their own value,keep a good work😄
@adrianahaverhoek 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! There is not enough attention for this topic. There are a lot more men who are dealing with this kind these of problems. I love working out, but I hate the fitness industry, because it is so fake. I only follow a few people that give honest and good advice. I work out, because it makes me feel good and because I want to reach certain goals that have nothing to do with looking a certain way. For some reason this is 'not done'.
@dgameryoutube5045 2 жыл бұрын
Just because you can carry 200 and something pounds don't make you a teenager and just because you can weigh somewhere around 364 pounds doesn't make you a man but neither do electronics you plus if your strong enough mentaly and physical doesn't mean your human just because enough eat doesn't eat you'll live
@samyakchhajed 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro this really helped:)
@rajasori9000 2 жыл бұрын
As a 19 year old I can relate. I did a lot of the things you did. I'm just glad I realized it sooner. Teenagers have no business following extremely strict and budget unfriendly diets and workouts that will not achieve them their unrealistic goals. I only hope content like this becomes more mainstream.
@zzodysseuszz 2 жыл бұрын
I’m kind of lucky bc I got my exercise from practical things like riding bikes and was thinking of cutting wood for the fire (cos it’s cold in Australia right now) I feel as if going to gym when I first took interest in exercise I would’ve developed an unhealthy routine. I’ve always been very routine heavy and consistent with it so going to the gym would’ve been a really bad introduction to my life. Can’t say for sure without actually going to gym. I feel bad for people like this bc I think it could’ve easily been me
@Rosesbathroom 11 ай бұрын
I just wanted to say thank you for this video. I’ve lost so much weight, time and happiness to this side of anorexia and its slowly killing me. I’ve finally reached hospital admission as my weight has completely plummeted and reading all those misleading headlines and following “eatjng like x celebrity diet” or “x celeb only eats these three things” was my own stupid fault. My ability to dance has vanished as my stamina isn’t high enough to do anything and my workouts are basically 10min bursts as anything more and im too exhausted to continue. Ive finally reached out for help to get back on track and hearing it from this kind of youtube channel helps me feel not so alone in this isolating disorder :)
@obuma6459 9 ай бұрын
I had an aunt who had a severe eating disorder. I am a firm believer that if you dont have inner confidence and self love you'll NEVER feel pretty. The biggest act of self love you can do is keep healthy BUT have fun doing it!
@Mr.Comedian42069 2 жыл бұрын
I was the complete opposite tbh. My skinniness was a point of pride for me, because my train of thought was basically “fat = unhealthy, skinny ≠ fat, therefore skinny = healthy” I later learned that being omega skinny was unhealthy, and so I started exercising and eating more and healthier. But nowhere near the extent shown in this video, I was only trying not to get heart cancer. In fact, the “before” video of you shown near the beginning of this video was my goal
@idiotsplayinggames971 2 жыл бұрын
I train at home, mainly because at home there is no ego, no mirrors and people to compare myself to. Home training keeps me humble and I don't have to worry about being judged
@oscarosullivan4513 2 жыл бұрын
And no machismo
@Ironborne 2 жыл бұрын
@LinkPrettyAss they look anorexic tho!
@Ironborne 2 жыл бұрын
@LinkPrettyAss yeh they do. They always try to look as skinny as possible.
@Ironborne 2 жыл бұрын
@LinkPrettyAss there is no reason for them to be ripped. They are teens, they are like anorexic teenage girls.
@GoodKevin111 2 жыл бұрын
WDYM no mirrors at home?
@paulwalther5237 2 жыл бұрын
Your skinny pictures look really good. It’s weird that you didn’t think so and got sucked into this obsession with gaining muscle. At least so it seems to me. Very good video and even if your routine was unhealthy it shows how much discipline you’re capable of.
@dr.schuusch9142 2 жыл бұрын
fr he looks like a beast for his age at the start of his transformation
@davidlovesyeshua 2 жыл бұрын
@@dr.schuusch9142 I wouldn't go so far as to say beast, but yeah, he looks great at the start for sure, and lookin' like a beast pretty early into his training.
@desmond2640 2 жыл бұрын
bro fr i wanna know what he was doing in the first video cause he looked pretty good
@lowercasehorse2363 2 жыл бұрын
When your young, the comunities your in and what and how they talk about things can impact your perception and opinion of things massivly. From that perspective it doesnt seem weird for this to happen.
@oza1302 2 жыл бұрын
This is so raw and an absolute service. Keep this up!
@nightcasino 2 ай бұрын
I kno this is an older video. As a 41 obese guy who’s on a journey to right the wrong it’s made me think we may all look different but we all have struggles. I started the health path in November 2023 and down 60lbs, hired a trainer, joined a gym, exercise bike. I have 85846 more pounds to go but it gives me some strength to know even someone as healthy looking as you were, the same thoughts are constantly on my mind. God bless!
@scottanno8861 Ай бұрын
Godspeed!
@Holycryptonite47 2 жыл бұрын
I really think that josh is like the marques of fitness industry, he has so many verified channels on his comment section and also each video's a banger.
@user-oo5xn8uh6c 2 жыл бұрын
sorry to ask, but who is Marques?
@otabei7151 2 жыл бұрын
@@user-oo5xn8uh6c marques brownlee
@Blinkubus 2 жыл бұрын
@@user-oo5xn8uh6c aka MKBHD, tech youtuber.
@heatsink47 2 жыл бұрын
Both brain and the brawn
@letBIGGIErest 2 жыл бұрын
The best advice I can give is find active things you enjoy (martial arts, dance, yoga, parkour) and then compliment that with a healthy diet. Have simple goals that are realistic (gain flexibility, loose weight, gain muscle) rather than chasing the perfect body. If it’s not enjoyable for you, you’re probably going to crash and feel shitty about yourself. Fitness should enhance your life not overtake it. Great video as always.
@b0zz1380y 2 жыл бұрын
This. I got to 90kg (169cm) and thought fuck this. Bought a mountain bike after realising treadmills and static bikes do nothing for me. Ride to work (17kms) twice a week and every second week do a lap of town (30km) and the side affect along with full body work out once to twice a week and a healthy diet is down 11 kg in 6 weeks. Find what you love is 100%
@earthphoenix7068 2 жыл бұрын
He had a martial art but it was karate 💀
@senkusmom6577 2 жыл бұрын
@@earthphoenix7068 is karate bad?
@SkipYearSix 2 жыл бұрын
I’m glad you’re sharing this information. I went through the same thing and see it everywhere with young men.
@faridrahimli Жыл бұрын
one of the best videos I have ever watch, thanks🙌🏼
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