I’m so glad this was documented, it shows that even on Comp day our Hero’s and idols have the same struggles as us, well done for not giving up and pushing through, though clearly I was looking forward to you singing Céline Dion lol Also what a fantastic edit Keith did, capturing your emotion and thoughts straight away, glad I recommended him, I can clearly see a partnership forming 👍
It's one of the most transparent and honest videos I've seen in TH-cam. Proud of you lad, I just started following your channel and I have to say I really respect what you do. Now that you have switched to bodybuilding I know you will put the necessary effort, lot of respect mate
Well done Matt, you put in all the hard work for weeks. That's better than 99% of people before you even turned up. Owning a bad performance the way you did just shows that you're a class act.
Love the edits on the vid! Plenty of people wouldn’t have bothered posting this video as it would have been a hit to their ego. You have taken it on the chin, learnt from it and so will your followers. Respect and keep up the great work!
Unlucky Matt. Really gutted for you. Everyone knows you’re worth more than that performance. Regroup, fresh start and concentrate on the future. Chin up dude
“Failures acceptable, giving up is not” tough luck with the competition dude, Im excited to see how this experience spurs you on, and how you will train to overcome it. It’s like that old saying “when life gives you lemons, get back on the horse”
You know what Matt you did your best, your channel is motivational and helps thousands of people. Sometimes it just isn't your day, shit happens but you'll learn from this and come back and smash it I'm sure. thanks for sharing.
This is one of the highest quality productions you've ever made. J enjoyed every second of it but your personality is engaging enough that you don't require high end shots and sequences.
the whole part of this journey is that it takes time. it takes patience. if anything this spot of disappointment will create a fire for next year or the next competition. we all support you and appreciate your daily posts and motivation
Don't be too hard on yourself mate. You're an achiever, and you've inspired me in so many ways. Keep pushing yourself, no matter what you are a success. Congratulations!
@keefikus nailed the video/edit! Chin up though Matt, things like this happen in life. It makes us learn and improve for the future! Also, you have definitely not let any of us fans down. The fact you shared the experience with us even though the meet didn't go to plan shows the respect you have for us. It may even help people giving them the extra things to think about as you said regarding training/form as if you are competing each time.
Matt mate u haven't let anyone down just shows ur Human like the rest of us even though ur a total animal when it comes to lifting. I'm sure you'll smash it next time, still the most genuine, humble and honest TH-camr in what you do. Keep up the fantastic work, your an absolute inspiration and a total legend.
No matter the result, whether first or last, the journey has been brilliant Matt. I've been slacking getting back into working out for over a year after a few naggling injuries and this video has inspired me to get back into the gym and start lifting again, cheers for that mate, first session in an hour.
Massive Respect mate, Didnt go your way and you still pushed through. Chin up, Dust yourself down and come back. Pleasure to watch your Journey to the champs.
I loved this video. No disrespect to Matt's current videos as they are for entertainment and are entertaining at that, but these are the videos I watch youtube for. I felt gutted when he failed the third bench attempt after failing the first for an avoidable mistake. Heartbreaking but also hugely motivating.
The grind doesn’t stop Matt... Keep your head up. This should motivate you more. Prove all them doubters wrong. Will root for you always. You’re still my champ...
I felt proper emotional and gutted for Matt and I don't even know him personally, testament to him and his channel, you live and you learn if there's a next time you'll place
Love how you were able to compose yourself. That was a great way to go out like a champ. Super proud of you for doing you and doing your best. This is only going to make you a stronger and better athlete!
Matt, I know this didn't turn out like you wanted, but don't get discouraged. You're still strong as hell, and there's always next year. Keep yourself up. You're still the man, brother!👍👍💪💪😀
Dude don’t be down on yourself even the weight you got is insane. You’re a fucking beast and you’ll just come back even more strong. Thanks for the upload man
Matt, no pity from this end, just a that knowing of when one thing in competition becomes a game changer. It's a great video. So many things I've gotten out of this. The realness of this video is compelling and authentic. And I truly felt that bitter disappointment. Probably one of the most compelling videos you've done. Emotion real, your disappointment so palpable, the other side of what can happen in competition. We know you can smash it, you know you can smash it. I reckon the deadlift just wasn't going to happen because subconsciously you'd pulled out of the competition after the chest press, which would only become apparent with the last discipline. You are legend x
I know its no consolation but I'm sure there are thousands of other people on here who you have inspired just like me. There are plenty of days where I wake up and I don't want to train and chase my dreams. Videos like yours help me do that. Matt chin up onto the next one we need you to set the bar!
Commiserations Matt! A for effort mate! We all learn from our setbacks and for me this type of video is good for us, where we can watch and help us learn a few thing or two. You have been an inspiration for me on how I have been approaching my powerlifting sessions in and outside of the gym. Keep up the good work you're doing for us to watch and keep your head up high mate!
Feeling kinda sad for you, Matt... Don't let this downfall be a blockade for yourself, but use it to get motivated to do even better! Next year is gonna be yours! You are one of the greatest out there! There is reason that you've got so many subscribers to support you ^^
You will 100% come back stronger! I’ve done comps where I’ve messed up at same stage and then the next comp, I got a PB in all 3 disciplines! You inspired me to take lifting seriously anyway!:)
Big respect dude! i know its frustrating because one little thing that fucked the rest of the competition for you, but at least you continued and completed the deadlifts which you could have just given up on completely! you'll be back better and stronger next time!
Thanks for posting Matt, really gutted for you, but at least you kept going and there is a lot to be learnt from that too. I know you'll come back even better next time.
I still think you’re an awesome athlete and person. Props to you for showing us to keep striving and learn from things haven’t worked as expected for whichever reasons. Greetings to Luca and Sairs :)
Mate that was tough to watch.just watching you go through the training etc to get to this event. But I thought you done awesome mate. When I deadlift I have to go to very dark place. But the Squat is my worst work out.
This was heartbreaking to watch! You had a bad day dude you got this next time no problem. Some one else said it as well but showing this just shows us even the best of us can fall at the last hurdle this has inspired me for my first competition more then you might think
Matt, I know what it's like to train your hardest and bring your best and not "win." Eat some good food, only take a day or maybe two, to beat yourself up, then eat some more good food, spend time with the fame, RESET YOURSELF and use that disappointment to fuel your next meet. Congrats Bro. Love the content.
Unlucky Matt really feel for you, you really are human after all! I know you will use this unfortunate occurrence to spur you on in the gym and at the next champs and come back much stronger!! You don't want this feeling again! Also , well done to the video editor it was really nicely done.
Ahhh matee!!! It might not be what you were aiming for but thats some damn good lifting and think its a great vid for lads and lasses looking to compete in the future! Take my hat off to you mate; aweaome video and the editing was on point!
This video is so important Matt, nothing is harder than sharing your biggest disappointments so openly with the world. Not once in the past year that I have been a subscriber did I ever question your motivations or work ethic, and rightly so, as you are clearly dedicated to your craft. But this competition shows that no matter how hard you work, at the end of the day, life is a lottery, all you can do is maximize your odds with hard work... keep your head up mate, keep grindin like you always have, and you’ll get a better hand next time 🍌
That was brutal, really unlucky mate. For what its worth I've just gotten in to training and you have quickly become my favirout fitness type youtuber. Love your videos. Chin up + all the best in the future
Matt this was fantastic. You didn’t achieve everything you wanted but fair play, you absolutely SMASHED everything that you succeeded at! Only onwards and upwards for you! 💪🏻 So great to see as-well that in some parts you didn’t succeed, proved to everyone that you are just human and that you have strengths/weaknesses and getting the balance right is key to growth 🙏🏻 next time you’ll come back even stronger 💪🏻 Keith SICK edit 🔥🎉
at the end of the day you've proven to yourself that you can do it, was just a mistake that cost you. Keep head up matt and come back stronger next year mate
Was a pleasure to make this video for you bro! Such a shame it didn't go ahead as planned but shit happens, onto the next one! you legend!
Keefikus on up side great vid tho bro
Thanks man, appreciate that! :D
Absolutely nailed the vid mate, top work
well said. Onto the next one bro!!!
Seeing Matt look sad looks weird never seen him like this
Props for posting this vid Matt. A lot of people wouldn’t. On to the next one 💪🏻
Thanks mate
I’m so glad this was documented, it shows that even on Comp day our Hero’s and idols have the same struggles as us, well done for not giving up and pushing through, though clearly I was looking forward to you singing Céline Dion lol
Also what a fantastic edit Keith did, capturing your emotion and thoughts straight away, glad I recommended him, I can clearly see a partnership forming 👍
Legend Lee, you did good with the recommendation my man! 100% more stuff coming soon :D
Thanks man & yea, Keith nailed it
screenshot and upload lee's comment for your instagram its bang on the money even the best have bad days while lifting
I could feel the tension and suspense
It's one of the most transparent and honest videos I've seen in TH-cam. Proud of you lad, I just started following your channel and I have to say I really respect what you do. Now that you have switched to bodybuilding I know you will put the necessary effort, lot of respect mate
Well done Matt, you put in all the hard work for weeks. That's better than 99% of people before you even turned up. Owning a bad performance the way you did just shows that you're a class act.
don't worry brother we learn from our mistakes failure is part of success next one is urs 💪
Thanks bud
Genuinely gutted for you matt. Just had a bad day. Don't let it get you down. The editing in this video was amazing.
Paulios04 thank you 🤙😎
The emotion through this - I felt it. Mate, you're an inspiration to me.
Love the edits on the vid! Plenty of people wouldn’t have bothered posting this video as it would have been a hit to their ego. You have taken it on the chin, learnt from it and so will your followers. Respect and keep up the great work!
“Why do we fall? So we can learn to pick ourselves up.”
― Alfred
Remember this my friend.
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@@deven9565 batmans friend
Unlucky Matt. Really gutted for you. Everyone knows you’re worth more than that performance. Regroup, fresh start and concentrate on the future. Chin up dude
my god mate! haven't seen your vidoes in forever, the young lads getting big! good to see you're still uploading, god bless!
“Failures acceptable, giving up is not” tough luck with the competition dude, Im excited to see how this experience spurs you on, and how you will train to overcome it. It’s like that old saying “when life gives you lemons, get back on the horse”
Failing isn't the falling down it's the staying down. You'll be back at it Matt ur a legend!!!
You know what Matt you did your best, your channel is motivational and helps thousands of people. Sometimes it just isn't your day, shit happens but you'll learn from this and come back and smash it I'm sure. thanks for sharing.
This is one of the highest quality productions you've ever made. J enjoyed every second of it but your personality is engaging enough that you don't require high end shots and sequences.
the whole part of this journey is that it takes time. it takes patience. if anything this spot of disappointment will create a fire for next year or the next competition. we all support you and appreciate your daily posts and motivation
Don't be too hard on yourself mate. You're an achiever, and you've inspired me in so many ways. Keep pushing yourself, no matter what you are a success. Congratulations!
Got me right in the feels that Jesus, don’t lose motivation matt still did great, there’s allways plenty more, into the next mate
Thanks dude, appreciate the support
@keefikus nailed the video/edit!
Chin up though Matt, things like this happen in life. It makes us learn and improve for the future!
Also, you have definitely not let any of us fans down. The fact you shared the experience with us even though the meet didn't go to plan shows the respect you have for us. It may even help people giving them the extra things to think about as you said regarding training/form as if you are competing each time.
Thanks for the shoutout my man, appreciate that :D
Thanks man, appreciate the kind words
Matt mate u haven't let anyone down just shows ur Human like the rest of us even though ur a total animal when it comes to lifting. I'm sure you'll smash it next time, still the most genuine, humble and honest TH-camr in what you do. Keep up the fantastic work, your an absolute inspiration and a total legend.
Cheers dude, appreciate that
Proud of you mate and really appreciate your authenticity here! Focus on next comp now bring it on :)
Oh Matt! My heart is breaking. Don't be so hard on yourself!
The thing about meets like these is the fact that it just makes work even harder Matt. Keep your head and keep working bud.
No matter the result, whether first or last, the journey has been brilliant Matt. I've been slacking getting back into working out for over a year after a few naggling injuries and this video has inspired me to get back into the gym and start lifting again, cheers for that mate, first session in an hour.
Nice one mate, hope the session went well
Massive Respect mate, Didnt go your way and you still pushed through. Chin up, Dust yourself down and come back. Pleasure to watch your Journey to the champs.
I loved this video. No disrespect to Matt's current videos as they are for entertainment and are entertaining at that, but these are the videos I watch youtube for. I felt gutted when he failed the third bench attempt after failing the first for an avoidable mistake. Heartbreaking but also hugely motivating.
The grind doesn’t stop Matt... Keep your head up. This should motivate you more. Prove all them doubters wrong. Will root for you always. You’re still my champ...
I felt proper emotional and gutted for Matt and I don't even know him personally, testament to him and his channel, you live and you learn if there's a next time you'll place
As my rugby coach tells me u will always have a bad day but the next time you come back stronger
We all still love you Matt you will never let us down
Bunch of people asking for the intro song, it is TULE - Fearless, hope this helps.
Love how you were able to compose yourself. That was a great way to go out like a champ. Super proud of you for doing you and doing your best. This is only going to make you a stronger and better athlete!
Thanks man
still my favourite intro of any video to this day!
Moving forward this will make you better! Use this day as a reminder and motivation
This made me respect you so much more than if you had done well!
I mean ‘done as you had expected’ - I thought your squat and deadlift were straight fire.
Matt, I know this didn't turn out like you wanted, but don't get discouraged. You're still strong as hell, and there's always next year. Keep yourself up. You're still the man, brother!👍👍💪💪😀
Dude don’t be down on yourself even the weight you got is insane. You’re a fucking beast and you’ll just come back even more strong. Thanks for the upload man
Matt, no pity from this end, just a that knowing of when one thing in competition becomes a game changer. It's a great video. So many things I've gotten out of this. The realness of this video is compelling and authentic. And I truly felt that bitter disappointment. Probably one of the most compelling videos you've done. Emotion real, your disappointment so palpable, the other side of what can happen in competition. We know you can smash it, you know you can smash it. I reckon the deadlift just wasn't going to happen because subconsciously you'd pulled out of the competition after the chest press, which would only become apparent with the last discipline. You are legend x
Thanks mate, appreciate that
I know its no consolation but I'm sure there are thousands of other people on here who you have inspired just like me. There are plenty of days where I wake up and I don't want to train and chase my dreams. Videos like yours help me do that. Matt chin up onto the next one we need you to set the bar!
Nice one dude
We love you, Matt! I get so sad seeing you so disappointed. On to the next one, you can do it!
No let downs here Matt. You had a bad day, we all do. We know you are stronger! You’ll get it next time, still a great video!
Matt you inspire us all. Don't get yourself too down, get back to training and remain a fucking legend. x
Well done matt you killed it even if you didnt get the result you wanted. Editing was class as well
Thanks man :D
Did amazing no matter what - your efforts and motivation has been the best, you should be so proud of ur self ! ❤️
Unlucky Matt, you'll be back. It's refreshing to see you own your mistakes and not make excuses. Looking forward to the road back.
Commiserations Matt! A for effort mate! We all learn from our setbacks and for me this type of video is good for us, where we can watch and help us learn a few thing or two. You have been an inspiration for me on how I have been approaching my powerlifting sessions in and outside of the gym. Keep up the good work you're doing for us to watch and keep your head up high mate!
Thanks man, appreciate the kind words
Keep your head up matt
Thanks bud
Feeling kinda sad for you, Matt... Don't let this downfall be a blockade for yourself, but use it to get motivated to do even better! Next year is gonna be yours! You are one of the greatest out there! There is reason that you've got so many subscribers to support you ^^
Thanks man, appreciate that
love the vids matt keep up the good work❤
Matt you did amazing don’t worry mate you’ve always got next year
Dude I was literally cheering you on at home watching this! So gutted for you mate but you know what's up for next year! Awesome vid
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it
You will 100% come back stronger! I’ve done comps where I’ve messed up at same stage and then the next comp, I got a PB in all 3 disciplines! You inspired me to take lifting seriously anyway!:)
Nice one mate
Loving the insights Matt and the grittyness of this video. Huge respect!
Glad you enjoyed it mate
Well done Matt, this is all experience for you and thank you for Sharing this for us all to learn.
Keep it up the good job, Matt!! You will always have a lot of people cheering for you! 🤘🏼
Awesome video matt! It’s a bitter pill to swallow, but I’m sure it’ll only make you hungrier for the next meet! Can’t wait to see it!!
GuttiGains Very true!
We support you anyways and always bro. You are and continue to be an inspiration to be emulated. Haven't disappointed anyone.
Big respect dude! i know its frustrating because one little thing that fucked the rest of the competition for you, but at least you continued and completed the deadlifts which you could have just given up on completely! you'll be back better and stronger next time!
Thanks for posting Matt, really gutted for you, but at least you kept going and there is a lot to be learnt from that too. I know you'll come back even better next time.
Thanks bud
Motivation for next year. Let it push you on every rep of every set to hit higher numbers next year
We're all with ya dude. You'll be back and better than ever :)
I still think you’re an awesome athlete and person. Props to you for showing us to keep striving and learn from things haven’t worked as expected for whichever reasons.
Greetings to Luca and Sairs :)
Thanks Rose!
Mate that was tough to watch.just watching you go through the training etc to get to this event. But I thought you done awesome mate. When I deadlift I have to go to very dark place. But the Squat is my worst work out.
This was heartbreaking to watch! You had a bad day dude you got this next time no problem. Some one else said it as well but showing this just shows us even the best of us can fall at the last hurdle this has inspired me for my first competition more then you might think
Trying is part of success ur a winner in my mind
Matt, I know what it's like to train your hardest and bring your best and not "win." Eat some good food, only take a day or maybe two, to beat yourself up, then eat some more good food, spend time with the fame, RESET YOURSELF and use that disappointment to fuel your next meet. Congrats Bro. Love the content.
This was crazy emotional for me to watch
Unlucky Matt really feel for you, you really are human after all! I know you will use this unfortunate occurrence to spur you on in the gym and at the next champs and come back much stronger!! You don't want this feeling again!
Also , well done to the video editor it was really nicely done.
XoRYGLEoX thanks for the comment 🤙🙌
such a raw video, this was great Matt, props to you. Bigger and better next time bro.
Thanks man, that's the plan
Ahhh matee!!! It might not be what you were aiming for but thats some damn good lifting and think its a great vid for lads and lasses looking to compete in the future! Take my hat off to you mate; aweaome video and the editing was on point!
Thanks dude, appreciate that
Hey Matt, you haven’t let anybody down. You still the best in our eyes. Keep your head up and don’t beat yourself up. Let’s hit it harder brother! 😉
so much respect for posting this!!!! you're amazing keep grinding
Cheers maaaaaaaate
I've failed a meet due to lifting my head a tiny bit. It's so strict. But it will make you a better lifter in the long run.
This video is so important Matt, nothing is harder than sharing your biggest disappointments so openly with the world. Not once in the past year that I have been a subscriber did I ever question your motivations or work ethic, and rightly so, as you are clearly dedicated to your craft. But this competition shows that no matter how hard you work, at the end of the day, life is a lottery, all you can do is maximize your odds with hard work... keep your head up mate, keep grindin like you always have, and you’ll get a better hand next time 🍌
Thanks so much dude, appreciate the kind words
I like the part where he said "WHOOH"
Gutted for you mate! You'll be back, bigger & stronger! 💪
you will bounce back, don't stress your loss but learn from it
That was amazing it doesn't matter if you didn't meet your potential weight it's alright if you tried and you never gave up you didn't let anyone down
Failing is not the end dude, you did good so don't put yourself down.
That was brutal, really unlucky mate. For what its worth I've just gotten in to training and you have quickly become my favirout fitness type youtuber. Love your videos. Chin up + all the best in the future
Thanks mate, appreciate that
Been waiting for this video for 12 weeks !!!! Man I'm excited 😩😩😩😁😁😁 !!!
Awkward...
MattDoesFitness you still did mint
Matt this was fantastic. You didn’t achieve everything you wanted but fair play, you absolutely SMASHED everything that you succeeded at! Only onwards and upwards for you! 💪🏻 So great to see as-well that in some parts you didn’t succeed, proved to everyone that you are just human and that you have strengths/weaknesses and getting the balance right is key to growth 🙏🏻 next time you’ll come back even stronger 💪🏻 Keith SICK edit 🔥🎉
Jessica Bull haha thanks Jess. You legend 🙌🙌
Thanks mate, appreciate that!
Watched your series mate I could feel your frustration. Look forward to the next mate this only makes you stronger 🤜👍
at the end of the day you've proven to yourself that you can do it, was just a mistake that cost you. Keep head up matt and come back stronger next year mate
Some movie quality in this video
Just keep working hard , you got the next one !
come on man . you were so unlucky . i cant take this as a result . you really deserved that frickin medal
I believe in you bro! 100% sure you're gonna kill it next time you compete! much love
What doesn't kill us makes us stronger 💪 You'll bounce back even stronger m8! Chin up!
Onto the next one! LEGEND!
Haven't watched it yet better be good waited a long time for this
F**k that was emotional. Well played pal.
Dont sweat it dude! It was impressive non the less
Never felt so gutted for someone i've never met. But your still an amazing power-lifter & coach. 2018 will kick ass!!!
Thanks man
MattDoesFitness Nah man thank you, cause of your coaching all my lifts have jacked up. Seriously if anyone wants to get strong Matt is your guy
Keep the head up Matt, your still huge!
You didn't let me down my friend!!! You did what you could and there's nothing wrong with that!!!!!
Thanks mate, appreciate that
Fam that intro song was the song I listen to use when I work out