The cycling soldier
The cycling soldier
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My story - Short Film
A Short Film
This short film captures a deeply personal and challenging chapter of my life-something I haven’t spoken about publicly in detail until now. It's been difficult to find the right words, and I’ve felt nervous about sharing my story, as well as uncertain about my future. Transitioning out of the Army has meant losing a part of my identity and the structure that military life provided, but I’m ready to move forward into a new phase.
I’m both excited and proud of the steps I’ve already taken. Living with Axial Spa is something I will manage for the rest of my life. While it brings significant physical pain, I’m determined to push my body beyond the limits I’ve been told it can reach.
This film marks the beginning of my journey from soldier to civilian. I’m incredibly grateful to Pilgrim Visuals for documenting this transition and turning it into something visually stunning. The man is a true genius at his craft-make sure to check him out. Here's the link to his channel:
www.youtube.com/@james_hallam_
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UK National Championships Road Race 2024 - Episode 45
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EPISODE *45 Welcome, Im Sean Dodsworth a current serving soldier within the British Army. A section commander serving within the Duke Of Lancasters Regiment. Im here on TH-cam sharing my journey and hoping to inspire those along the way. In 2020 I was Diagnosed with Axial Spondlyoarthritis and my career since has not been the same. Infact life hasn’t been the same. So yeah I started cycling as ...
National Time-trail Championship 2024 - Episode 44
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EPISODE *44 Welcome, Im Sean Dodsworth a current serving soldier within the British Army. A section commander serving within the Duke Of Lancasters Regiment. Im here on TH-cam sharing my journey and hoping to inspire those along the way. In 2020 I was Diagnosed with Axial Spondlyoarthritis and my career since has not been the same. Infact life hasn’t been the same. So yeah I started cycling as ...
New Bike Day (Again) - Episode 43
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EPISODE *43 Welcome, Im Sean Dodsworth a current serving soldier within the British Army. A section commander serving within the Duke Of Lancasters Regiment. Im here on TH-cam sharing my journey and hoping to inspire those along the way. In 2020 I was Diagnosed with Axial Spondlyoarthritis and my career since has not been the same. Infact life hasn’t been the same. So yeah I started cycling as ...
10 Tips to improve your cycling - Episode 42
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EPISODE *41 Welcome, Im Sean Dodsworth a current serving soldier within the British Army. A section commander serving within the Duke Of Lancasters Regiment. Im here on TH-cam sharing my journey and hoping to inspire those along the way. In 2020 I was Diagnosed with Axial Spondlyoarthritis and my career since has not been the same. Infact life hasn’t been the same. So yeah I started cycling as ...
Testing Professional Harry Tanfield - Episode 41
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EPISODE *41 Welcome, Im Sean Dodsworth a current serving soldier within the British Army. A section commander serving within the Duke Of Lancasters Regiment. Im here on TH-cam sharing my journey and hoping to inspire those along the way. In 2020 I was Diagnosed with Axial Spondlyoarthritis and my career since has not been the same. Infact life hasn’t been the same. So yeah I started cycling as ...
Gralloch 2024 - Good But Bad - EP40
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EPISODE *40 Welcome, Im Sean Dodsworth a current serving soldier within the British Army. A section commander serving within the Duke Of Lancasters Regiment. Im here on TH-cam sharing my journey and hoping to inspire those along the way. In 2020 I was Diagnosed with Axial Spondlyoarthritis and my career since has not been the same. Infact life hasn’t been the same. So yeah I started cycling as ...
My sons first bike build - Episode 39
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EPISODE *39 Welcome, Im Sean Dodsworth a current serving soldier within the British Army. A section commander serving within the Duke Of Lancasters Regiment. Im here on TH-cam sharing my journey and hoping to inspire those along the way. In 2020 I was Diagnosed with Axial Spondlyoarthritis and my career since has not been the same. Infact life hasn’t been the same. So yeah I started cycling as ...
Cyprus Gran Fondo 3 Day Stage Race - Episode 38
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EPISODE *38 Welcome, Im Sean Dodsworth a current serving soldier within the British Army. A section commander serving within the Duke Of Lancasters Regiment. Im here on TH-cam sharing my journey and hoping to inspire those along the way. In 2020 I was Diagnosed with Axial Spondlyoarthritis and my career since has not been the same. Infact life hasn’t been the same. So yeah I started cycling as ...
Infantry cycling goes to Cyprus - Episode 37
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EPISODE *37 Welcome, Im Sean Dodsworth a current serving soldier within the British Army. A section commander serving within the Duke Of Lancasters Regiment. Im here on TH-cam sharing my journey and hoping to inspire those along the way. In 2020 I was Diagnosed with Axial Spondlyoarthritis and my career since has not been the same. Infact life hasn’t been the same. So yeah I started cycling as ...
The Infantry Champion - Episode 36
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EPISODE *36 Welcome, Im Sean Dodsworth a current serving soldier within the British Army. A section commander serving within the Duke Of Lancasters Regiment. Im here on TH-cam sharing my journey and hoping to inspire those along the way. In 2020 I was Diagnosed with Axial Spondlyoarthritis and my career since has not been the same. Infact life hasn’t been the same. So yeah I started cycling as ...
Dropped by Ineos Grenadiers - Episode 35
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Dropped by Ineos Grenadiers - Episode 35
Endurance Ride X Moonglu - Episode 34
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Endurance Ride X Moonglu - Episode 34
CX World Cup Benidorm - Episode 33
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CX World Cup Benidorm - Episode 33
Training ride with Visma Lease a bike & Wout Van Aert
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Training ride with Visma Lease a bike & Wout Van Aert
Training Camp Lets Go - Episode 31
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Training Camp Lets Go - Episode 31
Hello 2024 - Episode 30
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Hello 2024 - Episode 30
Short winter training camp - Episode 29
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Short winter training camp - Episode 29
A Proper Gravel Ride - Episode 28
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A Proper Gravel Ride - Episode 28
The Best All Round Bike - Episode 27
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The Best All Round Bike - Episode 27
2023 National Hill Climb Championships - Episode 26
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2023 National Hill Climb Championships - Episode 26
Can I become pro? - Episode 25
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Can I become pro? - Episode 25
New Bike Day - Episode 24
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New Bike Day - Episode 24
Yorkshire Dales SmashFest - Episode 23
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Yorkshire Dales SmashFest - Episode 23
UCI Gran Fondo Worlds Weekend - Episode 22
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UCI Gran Fondo Worlds Weekend - Episode 22
Town Centre Crit - Episode 21
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Town Centre Crit - Episode 21
Redbull Rampage - Episode 20
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Redbull Rampage - Episode 20
Race The World 23 - Episode 19
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Race The World 23 - Episode 19
Can I become the Army Champion? - Episode 18
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Can I become the Army Champion? - Episode 18
British Army soldiers take on UK's toughest sportive - Episode 17
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British Army soldiers take on UK's toughest sportive - Episode 17

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  • @joffbrown
    @joffbrown 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Real good luck in your new career

  • @aidanbailey-lewis3209
    @aidanbailey-lewis3209 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It’s difficult to find a new way when you leave the Army. You seem to have an excellent plan and the motivation to make it a huge success. The very best of luck to you and if I’m ever “up nerth”, I shall look forward to seeing your cafe/ shop.

  • @jjjjasper161
    @jjjjasper161 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Orgasm

  • @jjjjasper161
    @jjjjasper161 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Bro this costs more than my life

  • @liammillington7646
    @liammillington7646 หลายเดือนก่อน

    legend all the best mate.

  • @pa1954
    @pa1954 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Music too loud, turn it down

  • @nickprest5784
    @nickprest5784 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good effort …great to have a chat and meet you at Borderlands…my BMC will be getting a new BB …all the best with the next chapter 💪💪💪

  • @lewisgoodladtriathlon
    @lewisgoodladtriathlon หลายเดือนก่อน

    Mate, this is sick!

  • @gravelbikemark
    @gravelbikemark หลายเดือนก่อน

    Its crap you are getting discharged I left on my terms and could never imagine having the choice made on my behalf, but you are doing great things and I wish you all the luck in the world pal.

  • @paulh8223
    @paulh8223 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I subscribed to your channel over 12 months ago and enjoyed your content . There is life after the forces I to suffer the same condition as you and had to leave the forces I have a stoop now and my walking is limited to yards rather than miles , it does affect all areas of life and has no cure , 4 years ago after many wrong decisions I took up cycling at the age of 49 , life was heading south at the time , cycling has given me belief and courage to continue and live with the condition in a more healthy way , good luck on your next phase of your journey , be that inspiration for suffers of this disease

  • @zbigniewnykiel
    @zbigniewnykiel หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for sharing your story!

  • @andrewbulloch
    @andrewbulloch หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cracking to see your story, thank you for sharing 🙏

  • @davidknights906
    @davidknights906 หลายเดือนก่อน

    wishing you much success in your new endeavors

  • @james_hallam_
    @james_hallam_ หลายเดือนก่อน

    Absolute pleasure working with you matey 🎥 🚴

    • @thecyclingsoldier6732
      @thecyclingsoldier6732 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@james_hallam_ thanks for the film mate. Amazing work!

  • @JSL6656
    @JSL6656 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Sean, hope all is well, looking forward to seeing some new content from you

  • @danrichards-theonearmedwon7813
    @danrichards-theonearmedwon7813 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love this 🎉❤😂

  • @johncoverdale2793
    @johncoverdale2793 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Another great video I saw you a couple of times at boosbeck

  • @VelotvUK
    @VelotvUK 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Sort of fake news, Dom Jackson races for an amateur race team and was some 4 places in front of your pal, which don’t get me wrong was a ridiculous ride, but 13th is just a shade more impressive!🎉

    • @thecyclingsoldier6732
      @thecyclingsoldier6732 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah, went under my radar while making this. Very impressive from both riders to be honest.

  • @Feutre.
    @Feutre. 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    holy

  • @Cathartic_Cyclist
    @Cathartic_Cyclist 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I saw MVP coming up the Rates a few months back and it made my day, God only knows how I’d feel to have been you doing this. Chapeaux fella!

    • @thecyclingsoldier6732
      @thecyclingsoldier6732 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Aye mate, a day with the pros is one of my best days in the bike….. and hardest

  • @harrytanfield193
    @harrytanfield193 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    No mechanicals for Tobias as well 😂.. full commitment

  • @johnbisset2670
    @johnbisset2670 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video, Great to see roads that I have ridden on in gods country, Catterick, North Yorkshire, defo 1 of the best places to ride a bike in the UK.

  • @TriathlonDan
    @TriathlonDan 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Brilliant coverage!

  • @daveridesagain
    @daveridesagain 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Enjoyed that mate 👌

  • @ianswinscoe7678
    @ianswinscoe7678 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey Sean I think Ben Pease was the only rider on mechanical 11sp as well in the elite category

    • @thecyclingsoldier6732
      @thecyclingsoldier6732 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Arg forgot to mention. Think he was! Some power in the boy

  • @andyturnerclimbing
    @andyturnerclimbing 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hope you enjoy the bike buddy. All the best getting back to full health.

  • @aidanbailey-lewis3209
    @aidanbailey-lewis3209 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I hope you get past your health issues and return to full fitness soon. Getting back out on the bike, or doing any physical training, gets you back into the right mindset brother, 👍

    • @thecyclingsoldier6732
      @thecyclingsoldier6732 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Cheers man! Aye we all get them at times got to push through them 🙏 🤘🏻🤘🏻

  • @veloperformance
    @veloperformance 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    New bike looks great, looking forward to seeing what you think of it.

  • @MrDavid650
    @MrDavid650 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have this bike I’m doing lands end to John o groats on it rn it’s a great bike !

    • @thecyclingsoldier6732
      @thecyclingsoldier6732 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Mega! Hope yours going well for you. What’s the set up like?

  • @robferguson3351
    @robferguson3351 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’d be interested in a bit more on the fuelling point. I tend to just go for 60g per hour and crack on but there must be way more to it. Also I’ve heard people say you need to train your gut for even more absorption, but there must be some balance there if a lot of your training is lower intensity and therefore requires a lower level of fuelling. Do you purposely over fuel some of those sessions?

    • @thecyclingsoldier6732
      @thecyclingsoldier6732 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We will be doing a further in depth video on fuelling soon. It's very individual. Absolutely need to train the gut to consume those higher quantities. I personally don't over fuel those easier sessions. I just consume to correct amount on the harder sessions usually for me its higher then 60g. depending on the length and intensity.

  • @fr6652
    @fr6652 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Top video, would love to hear more about Strength training - Duration, Volume best exercises? I also find supplements and recovery very interesting if you could elaborate on your top tips. Keep up the good work

    • @thecyclingsoldier6732
      @thecyclingsoldier6732 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you 🙏 We are planning to do a video on these in further detail. Keep an eye out. 🤛🏽

  • @DigzGuy
    @DigzGuy 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good info

  • @DeanMcQue
    @DeanMcQue 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    A great insight into what must be obvious to you guys but overlooked by cyclists like myself, inspiring to want to do it properly.

    • @thecyclingsoldier6732
      @thecyclingsoldier6732 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Cheers dean, all the basics. Not a marginal gain in sight 👁️

  • @danieltanner6981
    @danieltanner6981 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video!

  • @ianswinscoe7678
    @ianswinscoe7678 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great content on this one, it's the other side of the standard FTP flex we all see. Lets see more like this

  • @markkirkpatrick6997
    @markkirkpatrick6997 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Glad your better

  • @richardmiddleton7770
    @richardmiddleton7770 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Turn music off! Can't hear a word!

  • @pa1954
    @pa1954 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice video,could do without the annoying meaningless music

  • @harrytanfield193
    @harrytanfield193 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Progress to make.. 🚀

  • @iandarcy905
    @iandarcy905 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cant wait to see more , glad you're both feeling better 🤙

    • @thecyclingsoldier6732
      @thecyclingsoldier6732 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m still out the game at the moment and Harry will be back in soon 🤛🏽 thank you!

  • @warrensanders5842
    @warrensanders5842 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great attitude - it is a brutal and beautiful course. I am local and ride 47mm tyres here - I actually use tubes, but I do know where most of the bigger holes are. Come back and ride Raiders Gravel - we use some of Gralloch, but lots of other tracks and test out some tyres for next year - LOVE that your family were here.

    • @thecyclingsoldier6732
      @thecyclingsoldier6732 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks buddy. Will absolutely be back. Yeah think minimum next year 45mm tyres. Also looking into the raiders.

  • @Circletakesthejake
    @Circletakesthejake 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    7:33 aha i follow both these guys on tiktok <3

  • @johnbowman83
    @johnbowman83 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great to hang out this weekend mate! I have to agree with you this was a class event, super well organised and the vibe was class. Definitely be back next year too!

    • @thecyclingsoldier6732
      @thecyclingsoldier6732 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You to mate! Need to make it happen more🤛🏽 getting my hotel booked asap😂

  • @lorikendrick1705
    @lorikendrick1705 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a thrill to follow the hive.....and how fast are they???!!! 😍

  • @derekfeehan
    @derekfeehan 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi ya mate, great vid. I’m in the Irish army and trying to get a TH-cam vid going myself. I was thinking of the cycling soldier for the name 🤣 I’m over in the uk sometimes, could be a bit of craic to meet up sometime on the bikes 🤙

  • @stevelong9178
    @stevelong9178 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The day the body says no. No matter what nutrition plan you have. These days are the worst.

  • @shanegreen2583
    @shanegreen2583 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great effort

  • @veloperformance
    @veloperformance 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Unlucky with the cramp.Next time 👍

  • @adam3rdcanvey
    @adam3rdcanvey 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Top work 👏. Hard conditions for a brit 😊

  • @SwimBikeRunStu
    @SwimBikeRunStu 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looks like a mega trip. Much better than the UK weather at the minute 🙈

    • @thecyclingsoldier6732
      @thecyclingsoldier6732 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not looking forward to getting back to the UK weather!