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Yes you can say David Goggins has impressive discipline. But he is also mentally ill with demons. He is literally destroying his body and his later years are going to be rough. A balanced life will always be the optimal way to live. This guy talks about running for miles on bone on bone in his knees. This lifestyle doesn't work. When you have kids, you need to spend time with those kids. When you have a wife, you need to put time into your relationship. You need moderation.
I love Goggins, and I think Goggins has helped more people do extreme things and go from fat out of shape bum to fit driven adult than just about anyone else on the internet. Because it is mostly about just mentally wanting it, and continuing when it's hard. He also should not and probably can not be copied.
@@mtwataPeople love to latch on to that to have a reason to not listen to him and feel better about themselves. You dont know the story behind that, why he did what he did. And even so it does not matter, his advice is still very real. You expect more from others than you do yourself.
@@august18016 I'm not going around preaching anything like him. He's a sh*tty human being who happens to do tough physical stuff. Not much to look up to.
I've subscribed to the 4 ball programme and can vouch for now having 4 balls. I used to have 0 balls and now I'm a satisfied 4 ball having customer. Thanks Dr Mike!!
Dr Mike, Muscular Physiologist :do you understand that if Goggins stopped exercising he would become depressed? (I mean Clinical depression with some hypomanic episodes). Goggins helped me realise that if you 'attack' the body - it somehow "cures" the depression for the day...and you survive that day, then you have to do it again the following day. Once, you' re 3-6 months in you can even reduce to 3 to 4 days per week & combine it with learning how your mind works...and you still get relief. This is the only thing to ever help keep my clinical depression away and I've tried Antidepressants as far back as 2008 to no f*ck*ng avail of course. So, yes Muscular Mike David has a form of depressin that contains some hypomanic episodes (you can say mild bipolar but with severe Major depression).
I can't wrap my mind around his lifestyle. I did a 22-year career in the military (Air Force & Army) and David treats every day like he's in the hardest days of boot camp in Hades and cranked up to eleven - but the boot camp nightmare NEVER ENDS! 😰
I like that "doesn't mumble" is something to be respected. Am I in good shape? No. Am I basically a human sized piece of existential excrement? Yes. Are those respectful qualities to have? No. BUT... Do I mumble? No. Thank you.
Goggins got me into running 5 years ago, I am thankful. It was never about losing weight, it was about the mental training. Definitely helped all aspects of my life
I listened to his book and because of all his ultra marathon stuff, he could barely walk. APPARENTLY the insane stretching routine helped him to actually work through it all.
Yeah, in his book he tells us how he dropped out of a race and was slowly decaying and dying because he hasn't been stretching prior. I can understand why he has been stretching so religiously since then.
@@windmacher I tried stretching with actual investigation and... if you want the most results out of it, you will have to stretch for atleast 1 hour, it's like a normal workout but with 30s rests, I stopped doing it and even now I still can do a lot of weird stuff I learnt.😂
His insane genetics and work ethic are what is enabling him to do what he does. If your a regular person you shouldn't try to reicate anything he does.
David Goggins may not be the go to guy for technical elements of training but he is absolutely the go to guy for the mental elements of perseverance and toughness.
@@_Xds_ I paid all my child support. I think the Judge ordered him to pay 900k and court costs. This guy is famous for working out. Ask the Guys in the Teams if they liked Goggins. If this guy motivates people and he can make a living at it more power to'em, but never ever never meet your Heroes. I have a very realistic view of Celebs.
I love how you didn’t just rag on him like many. His routine is seriously impressive and he deserves respect for what he does. David Goggins has changed my life and I’ve learned so much from both of you. Thank you. I’m scheduled for 4 ball surgery tomorrow, wish me luck!!!
I zoned out during the app ad and suddenly I'm listening to Mike ramble about balls, bigger balls, "ball-less assholes like me" for a long, long time Changed my life
Goggins inspired me to lose over 30 kilos of fat, get very lean, and see my abs - at 53 years young. Now 55 years, lean around the year. As he says: ”motivation is bullshit, it comes and goes. You need to have drive”.
@@aarnehalen1686 Simply out, the difference between motivation and drive lies in their permanence. Motivation is usally short lived, it often provides a temporary surge of energy or inspiration that can fade away quickly. Think of it as a spark that ignites your desire to act, but once that spark diminishes, you might find yourself back to square one. In contrast, drive is more like a habit you cultivate over time. It’s built through consistent effort and commitment, whether in studying, exercising, or any other pursuit. Once you establish that habit, drive keeps you going even when enthusiasm wanes or obstacles arise. It’s about pushing through discomfort and maintaining focus, making it a more reliable force in achieving long-term goals. building a good habit on anything is where majority of people struggle, soon as discomfort comes along, they give up because that's the easy way out. Sadly, easy way out is usually what will make life harder later on.
@@aarnehalen1686motivation- I’m pumped to do this, something has put me in the state of mind or feel more strongly to put feet to pavement. Drive(honestly the word used should have been [Dedication])- this is the 5th day in a row I’ve been doing cardio and this sucks, it makes me feel like I’m dying after 5 minutes, but I’m going too anyway because it’s good for my health. Hope that helps.
I tried David's Routine a couple of times "just for fun" and always got seriously sick. Sick like hell. Sick like hospitalized. I have no clue how that guy did it. A true inspiration.
because you didn't work up to it. it's like giving a toddler a machine gun and expecting him to work it like an army vet yk? You train progressively and improve
Just give your body enough time to recover, then keep doing it annd your body will adapt. After a lifetime of couch-potato-ing, my first 2 weeks of serious weight training led to me actually having fevers and needed as many rest days as workout days. My first 2 years of serious running my shins and feet kept hurting and hurting, until one day my bones are finally strong enough and They don’t hurt anymore. I can physically see my feet getting thicker and buffer. It takes time.
Ya he was in the military before. Not sure which branch and all but it was gruesome training. He thrived through because he enjoyed the pain and some help of genetics. But either way he built up to that point.
@@piecekeeps1712 Goggins was in the Navy. The Navy SEALs to be specific, which as you probably know is widely considered the most mentally challenging and physically demanding group of the military to get into.
I'm a noob (working out properly for about 3 months) and I've basically just been using Dr. Mike as my own personal trainer. When I have questions about how to properly do this or that, I just watch how he does it and take his advice. As recently as 5-10 years ago, this level of extensive and detailed science-based expertise simply wasn't available to the average joe. THANK YOU, MIKE!!!
My ability to sense an ad read and skip to the end has drastically improved since watching you Dr Mike, thankyou for the knowledge I am eternally grateful.
Some people deal with their inner demons by eating, alcohol, drugs, etc. David is dealing with them with exercise. Out of all of the options I had mentioned, not many choose the exercise route, so good on him 👍
He's still running from himself and his problems, and abusing his body to do it. It comes in a more acceptable form to the public eye, but he's just another self destructive individual with a terrible lifestyle. Good for him in his previous accomplishments and all that, but if people are being honest they can see those have only been the base of something that became detrimental over time and all of the praise or tiptoeing around stating the obvious that fearful content creators and professionals do is just enablement for someone with serious issues.
What's strange, and psychologically interesting, is the recognition that if sleeping required effort (yet required exactly the same time and had exactly the same effects) these people would be championing its benefits.
@@PastPerspectives11 that´s not strange though, dude is clearly knowledgeable about this subject.And your only way to insult him was critiquing his looks. Besides, having a PhD usually makes you an intellectual, that´s how education works.
I never understood the waking up so early thing. Any doctor will tell you how important sleep is for recovery, longevity, mental health, etc… In the end waking up super early just means you have to go to bed early. I have to wake up at 4am due to work so I’m in bed by 8 so I can get 7-8 hours of sleep. It’s no different than someone waking up at 7 and going to bed at 11. It’s such a weird flex when you think about it.
I agree the with the wtf are you flexing part for but being proud that your circadian rhythm is in line with how you feel the best is something to aspire to and not many people understand how important it is.
It borderline triggers me too, and that's because the main thing that drove me to get my "slight" anxiety checked out, only to realize just how bad I was in it's throes and start getting psychiatric help for it, was the impact in sleep quality: I was unable to have good quality sleep for months on end, waking up at some random point at night and not being able to stop my mind/heart until at least 2 hours after...sometimes just falling asleep before having to start my day, it was awful and it was eating away at me. Only in fixing that and being able to get consistent 7 hour + has let me do other things, like have the mental toughness to push myself physically and improve my health, and just naturally not have crazy comfort food cravings I get when I'm sleep deprived. I am instantly tempted to throw out any advice coming from people who say some variation of "3-4am wake up time cause it's the only way to really get things done" or some other hustle/grindset bs mentality. It's very different to say that than to say "hey, don't be afraid to try different things and if you find something that works for you and is healthy and sustainable, go for it, even if it means {weird hours}". I do wake up once a week early to exercise, specifically at 5 am to be able to play tennis from 6-8am here in the desert heat and not shrivel away, but it is that, something once a week I do for something I find incredibly rewarding, and I usually nap after I'm back, showered and had a meal to be able to keep up for the rest of the day with my family.
Goggins is probably one of those genetic freaks who don't need as much sleep as others. They do exist and I have seen estimations to be about 1% of population
David Goggins turned my life around. Last November, I was 250lbs obese, health issues, my life in shambles, drowning in misery. I needed something to turn my life around, then I listened to Goggins and I started running. If anyone is going to change my life, it will be up to me. Last November, I can barely do a mile, now I run 5K twice a wk and working on reaching my first 6 mile run eventually to my first 10K. I've lost 70lbs, and my health problems are in remission. I don't do David Goggin's crazy workout routine, he does his and I do mine. I do my own strength training and 10 min stretches. However, I do listen to him instead of music every time I workout, knowing that It's possible to push a little harder, farther, and faster.
Thank you for your videos. My previous coach worked me out so much in cardio that I was never losing any fat weight. I kept working hard but was so exhausted from the workouts that I could not recover properly AND I remained fat even though I could run 13miles. Watching your videos helped me realize that a plan that focuses on a good diet, sleep, stretching, and exercise but above all CONSISTENCY is the way to go. Now I have only lost 5 pounds in the last 1.5months but my body composition is radically different. So THANK YOU! You helped me realize a better way to train.
Eet eggs, meat a bit fruit creece yoghurt 10%, and you will see howzfast you drop weight. Still eat enough what you normally do. And ofcourse few times a week training. Took me 2 weeks to adapt to this, now my body mainly use fat as fuel.
David Goggins is/was military. Both of my brothers were also in the military. Everything they do is timed. They are up before the sun and work into the night. I believe he has carried that military mentality into his body transformation. He is the goat, for motivation and perseverance. Us regular peons just take what we can handle. And your commentary brings it back to earth. As a newbie to fitness, I appreciate you both.💪🏾🧡
To say that David Goggins was military is as much of an understatement as saying that his training is overkill. Goggins is the only person in the world to be a Navy SEAL, and Army Ranger, and Air Force TACP. Seriously insane stuff.
I’ve been subscribed to the bigger balls program for a couple of months and it’s to the point that I need to cut holes into my chairs. Thanks Dr Mike 👍
Great video! Doesn't just bash Goggins like some other bodybuilders, but instead explains why he does it and what might be more suitable/optimal for your own goals. Respect
“Can’t hurt me” got me back into fitness 4 years ago during the pandemic. I’ve run multiple 35 mile and 50 mile ultras since and weight lift every day. His methods might be a little unhinged but he’s changed so many lives in the process!
@@Goiaba308 no definitely not suddenly. I began with walking, then running one mile, then two miles and so on. To be injury free, it should be a verrrrrry slow process. It’s about strengthening your joints, body and mind for the long run 🙌
This is why this channel is doing so good because you recognise that goggins advice is not so good but he is a tough individual and you are respectful most of the time (other than Joel seedmen or liver king) which is what makes this channel amazing
I’ve said this many times: a key point in Goggins is that he serves as an example of peek willpower and effort, purely to inspire us to push our own limits. The point was never to compete with him but compete with ourselves.
Jeff Cavaliere did a breakdown of Goggins' training recently and he made a point that many people overlook: Goggins is an endurance athlete. His training and activities reflect that. Dr Mike is bang on the money in saying most people just need to use him for inspiration, and there are elements of his training to incorporate, but he's in the most elite group of people when it comes to physical fitness. He doesn't train for aesthetics, he trains to be able to keep going, and have a strong enough mind to get him through those events. His timings and placements for ultra events are published online for anyone who wants to see them, including multiple Badwater events. It's important context when watching his social media videos, especially if your goal is to run 10km or to build muscle.
@@MaduagwuMichaelHe won Badwater, notoriously known as the most miserable Ultra in the world. We would go for runs and he could legitimately maintain a 6 minute mile while holding a full conversation for 10+ miles. He’s pretty damn good at running.
@@DisDatK9 he's good but not excellent in extreme endurance events which have low competitiveness in the first place. Put him in the Boston marathon and he's not finishing in the top 1000.
Difference between influencers and practitioners and go out there and do it. Its funny these fackers has the knowledge but can’t even apply it to their own training.
I love how you criticize and explain everything very respectful and with facts. there is also some humor in it which makes it perfect. very great content from a very smart guy. lots of respect for you.
Such a good point made there by Dr. Mike in terms of switching up the modality for cardio training. I ran every day, sometimes twice, last december, 8km on average. I felt so much pain eventually, and these days I can go for a run 2 times a week because I cannot bear the pain more frequently than that.
Goggins literally tells people “I’m not telling you to go break yourself off.” He doesn’t advocate anyone train like he does, but he does advocate for people to push themselves beyond their self perceived and self imposed limits. He trains for mindset, not for physical gains and optimal growth. Gotta analyze him through the correct lens.
Trading for mindset and optimally is still the best way to go 🤔 Torturing yourself for torture’s sake is just going to put unnecessary wear and tear on your body that didn’t need to happen to get the results you want.
Sure but if many, MANY people analyse him through the “incorrect lens”, the burden is on him to make it easier for people to know he doesn’t advocate for a suicidal level of training.
Dr Mike explaining the effects overtraining was quite surprising. Many people talk about overtraining, but i personally only have a vague idea of what it looks and feels like. I'd love a video explaining it in more detail with possible timeframes, indicators, how it progresses, connection to nutrition and of course the (semi-)permanent effects of it. >There's a three year old video on fatigue indicators that goes in that direction but doesn't directly engage with overtraining.
Kinda difficult to say anything about Goggins stuff. Mikes expression after some of Goggins statements is hilarious and just about all one can do. ”Well 🤷♂️” 😆
He's fearful of public backlash from stating the truth, like a politician. Goggins is a junky whose drug of choice is ultimately masked self abuse fueled by ego, and while that has brought about many accomplishments and much ignorant praise, at the end of the day he's a damaged individual like any other only with a massive ego to fuel his self harm rather than a chemical substance dependency.
I'm currently 280 pounds run 3 miles every day at 3 am and walk 3 more miles. Lift 3x a week and ride my bike 100 miles in a month. I'm burning roughly 2k active calories a day. I went from 416 pounds to 280 pounds in 6 months.
3 am is a bad idea. Sleep is king. Also, every day jogging not nevessary, too much stress on knees. Also, to continue your weight loss, get your diet on point, crucial. Protein evey meal, Greek yogurt, nuts, eggs, turkey chicken, albacore, butter. No bread, pasta, potatoes, chips, deserts, cereal, soda.
@GUITARTIME2024 diets pretty good. 3am is when I'm able to do it. Before I have to get kids up for school and deal with the other kids for the day. Wife works nights so I do it at 3am so I can deal my responsibilities during the day. I do protein shakes for breakfast tuna for lunch and usually chicken and rice for dinner. I got to bed between 8-9 at night. So I'm getting between 6 and 7 hours of sleep each night.
loved the "sacrifice" section. i struggle with this, a lot, and get injured constantly, which sets me back so much. thanks for this section. if you haven't already done it, id love to see a full video on this, maybe with some different examples of people who do it well, or who could use some work on this. thanks!
Ultra-running is more about mental toughness and self discipline than physical fitness. His whole routine is built around strengthening the mind to overcome the bodies weakness. I ran marathons and ultras for nine years. I did crazy stuff, but nothing like Goggins. Probably the craziest things I did to strengthen my mind were back to back long runs. 29 miles on Saturday, doing laps of a park that was only 3/4 of a mile per lap. Then I did another 29 miles in that same park on Sunday.
"we'll just rename it to the infinity workout, and don't you get at me with a 2x infinity, it's the same as infinity...I studied math" Legit Cackling! 🤣🤣
David Goggins inspires me. He’s a beast. I get motivated to try harder when I listen to him, even if I don’t necessarily think he’s doing everything the ideal way.
each to their own,. I don't give a f what others think , I just love working out, all positive. i wish everyone else well, to get that first pullup or deadlift 500Kg . I just can't buy into it, I'm not American , even as a kid when I heard all the go hard stuff to work and play - squash game at 3am in morning. Seemed like another planet to me . Same as I dislike tiger/helicopter parents planning 10 extra activities a week for their prodigy kids. Would they go back in time and steal their own childhood the same way . Ie I myself need quiet space and time to be creative, have reflection and energy. I always think people who fill their waking day with work, endless activities don't like themselves and it's an escape mechanism . To be fair he does lots of cardio , so lots of time to free form thinking
Goggins probably shouldn’t be listened to as a lifestyle influencer/self-help guru beyond being inspired by his perseverance the way a natty lifter could be inspired by an enhanced pro. His methods and lifestyle are completely insane and not replicable for the average person. It’s pretty much a symptom of deeper psychological issues and putting it on a pedestal is socially wrong, IMO. Equivalent of being inspired by the perseverance of anorexics and other body dysmorphia sufferers for indulging in it as a lifestyle rather than seeking appropriate psychological help. The only difference here is that we view exercise as a Good, so excess is viewed as hard work and discipline rather than compulsive self-abuse.
Goggins has said most should not do what he does. He knows he is crazy, he knows it's excessive and has only ever actually advocated for people to stop procrastinating or limiting themselves. But of course there are lots of people who don't want to think for themselves and do the hard work of self experimentation to find what works for them. They just want results now and look at copying other "successful" people.
Everything david goggins does is for the purpose of strengthening his mind. Thats where he finds his meaning in life. Its easy to just say hes mentally ill and thats why he does all this crazy stuff, but you're missing the point of it all.
@@Repienk People with pathologies rationalise pathological behaviour. His normal is not “normal”. If you saw his behaviour in a loved one and saw how it impacted their capacity to engage with life, sacrificing sleep/work for compulsive need to perform ritual behaviour, you would instantly recognise it as unhealthy. I literally said people shouldn’t listen to him with regard to why he does this. You would not listen to a compulsive eater rationalise how becoming the fattest guy alive is strengthening for the soul because it’s hard. If you want to take meaning/inspiration from him, then by all means, that’s your subjective wont. I’m just saying that any advice or lifestyle decisions made based on what he’s saying or doing need taking with a huge pinch of salt, because we’re not him and 99.999% of the time it’s not gonna go that way for us.
Say what you want to say about Goggins, but this man help me get out of a really bad depression. I end up running 14 miles without stopping in 2 months without any prior training or knowledge. So for that reason I’ll always be thankful. Like always love your vids !!
Same. That being said goggins is a good advocate for mental toughness and not making excuses. When it comes to training for sports or athletics, he is out of his league.
My 14 mile round trip bike commute only burns ~400 to 500 calories a day. I didn't start losing weight until this year when I added 10k steps a day and started taking my diet seriously.
@@otter1942 I feel better and have an easier time losing weight when I walk and cycle. Try and walk throughout the day for my NEAT. I lift 2-3 times a week, but was going to try more over the winter
Read his two books, the guy is working through some heavy stuff from his past, I hope he works through it before he runs himself into the ground permanently. It's already caused a host of health issues and suffering physically and mentally...but he just keeps going.
@@AEVsteak as someone who has chronic pain (vision issues) I can attest that a greater stress makes pushing yourself in the gym WAY easier... only I'm not built like Goggins so got a long term cartilage issue in my knees from ignoring pain
@@rustneversleeps85 he's so lucky to not be crippled by injury, he said in an interview he pushed through injuries and somehow it works out. For my knees if I do nothing it hurts more so maybe it's like that for him just x10000
As someone who struggled with self discipline when it comes to sport, I found that this insane motivation porn from the David Gogginses of the world gives you a quick boost of energy and drive but, ultimately, is not sustainable. You get all hyped in the hopes to reinvent yourself and compensate for all the years of laziness and then return to your old habits, unable to live to your new ultra high standards. It’s only when I started to train just the right amount, like it’s recommended here on RP, I was able to actually stick to my routine and see some progress.
That improv RP commercial for a set of 4 bigger balls was straight out of an Interdimensional Cable episode... Dr. Mike must like watchin Rick and Morty while he's smoking those fat trainwreck blunts :)
Goggins gave me the inspiration to not quit working out as I have done many times since I was last serious 8 years ago. But discovering this channel here, along with Lean Beef Patty and "Strong with Kelly" helped me so much more than the trainers I spent money on. I know it has only been since end of April, but so far only 1 small injury. No real weight loss despite the calorie counting and weighting the food, but I did get a lot stronger. Gym 3x a week since June, up from 2 (plus hiking)
@@samiiromaar no real fat loss is what I should have said. For all intent and purposes, I am down 2 pounds but I can fit in some shirts I previously couldnt. I may habe lost 4-6 inches around the stomach area. I still need to lose a lot of fat though as I am only 5'6" and still weight 214. When I was in better shape years ago I was 162. I am hoping for 170-180 this time.
I love Strong with Kelly, she really opened my eyes to diversifying my training. LBP is like the person I wish I could go to the gym with but Kelly is the one who is really goals. Summer Fun Fitness is one of my inspirations for calisthenics if you want to check her out, I’m loving the functional strength gains from bodyweight exercises. I can’t get to the gym right now so I’m doing what I can! If you are prone to tendon injuries or trying to rehab any old injuries, the book “Built from Broken” is a helpful read! Stick with it! ❤
@@amaanhussain3094 she is very down to earth and a good sense of humor. I like her kitchen cooking videos where she'll attempt to make "healthier" versions of every day food...eg, healthier rice krispies square with more protein. She has the energy level of an adhd squirrel in some videos, but when she's in the gym, she goes beast mode hard and really focused. She was also very open about her body dysmorphia as a teen and that courage makes her very endearing.
Another thing to remember about Goggins is he has literally no cartilage in his knees. Which is supremely impressive that he can still run like he does but also a warning sign that your body will break down with overuse.
@@m.bird.maybe this is the real reason he never takes a rest day. His condition is so bad he physically can’t, it’s interrupted his daily life so much he can’t hold a normal job, so he did the one thing that would allow him to continue this lifestyle which is to become a personality and profit off of it. The day he stops grinding, he loses his ability to walk.
The only person who would benefit from training like Goggins is Goggins. Simply as he has made it his whole personality and brand, so it's essentially his day job
Good comment. I have no doubt what he does may be helpful to him, but to pretend that this is transferable to the general population is wild…and short sided
@@justinsadowski9823 It's funny that his whole message is one of mental toughness and strength of mind etc, which is a good message to spread and anyone can take a bit of that. But when you look at what he does everyday as a whole to the point of sacrificing sleep to do stretches for two hours etc to me it shows a mental weakness in himself more than a mental strength? Almost like he cant stop himself. Who knows what demons await him on a rest day lol
@@papaspauldingyes…and if you’re watching this video, and sacrificing sleep and destroying your body because Goggins tells you to…in my opinion, that’s not on Goggins…it’s not on the knuckleheads that refuse to work out…it is on the knuckleheads that refuse to think for themselves
@FilzupBilburpi don't see stretch marks besides those tiny ones, THAT'S what you're wasting your limited time on earth complaining about? you know you're going to die right? and you're complaining about THIS.......
What they really meant was loose skin, not stretch marks, if you look at Goggins you can see he has stretch marks which is not surprising to anyone with a brain.
This is it. This is the perfect video format - A niche mix of slutty humour and top tier science. The conversations with Scott are also great. I sincerely believe u guys have found your perfect video style, love it
Started following David goggins awhile ago. Been running miles and lifting weights for hours. Lost 30lbs while not dieting, gaining lean muscle @ 49yrs old. Got blood test done and healthy like a new born baby.
Unpopular opinion David Goggins is addicted to working out due to his self-hatred and fear of being fat and lazy again. And maybe we shouldn't be listening to him for health advice. I will say this,the extreme people accomplish more. But for us average guys who just wanna have a healthy and balanced life a normal and consistent amount of exercise is perfect.
Right-on. When I see this guy, all I see is a hyper extreme lifestyle that is not sustainable. The w/o routine he utilizes would be fine for somebody who doesn't have a 40hr a week job. Getting up at 3am to start your routine, stretching for 2 hours a day, a "light" cardio day is running 7 miles....!?! When I see this guy, all I see is somebody running away from something very troubling. Its very easy to just look at the "surface" this guy is showing the world and think everything is alright and that "hes got it figured out, and I need to be like him" Nope. This is classic escapism behavior. He has become very successful with the motivational career he made for himself but he is definitely fighting demons and considering this extreme unsustainable lifestyle he is doing and promoting, all is not so well with Mr. Goggins.
@rpols22 Goggins has a full time job, he even talked about how people go after him talking about how they would do same shit if they didn't have job like him. But he said he actuallt has full time job
Stage 4 survivor here, love your vids 😂 420 for life! Fuck anxiety, depression, insomnia, pain, etc.....stay lit my brother (only makes these videos funnier)
At first I thought you would speak ill of Goggins but after listening to you only corroborate his ideology I liked it and speaking with respect speaks very well of you! ! New followers
The 3rd problem with adding cardio is your hormone levels and how they act. Intense cardio during weight loss boosts energy expenditure, which makes your body crave more food to balance out. Hormones like ghrelin spike, increasing hunger, and your glycogen stores get depleted, which further triggers your appetite. Plus, stress hormones like cortisol mess with your hunger and fullness signals, making you crave high-calorie foods. When I add cardio during a diet I always have a super hard time to keep a calorie deficit despite all my hard work! Goggings would probably just say "Hunger is just a feeling, just deal with it!" 😢
It depends, sometimes you are too tired to even wanting to eat. Also seems like the temperature of the body is increased. I did 1.5 hours of cardio at the gym for 2-3 months before starting using machines. I lost a lot of weight and friends told me they couldn't stay close to me cause I was "hot".
In a similar vein as Goggins, Truett Hanes would be an interesting person for this series. He recently broke the 24 hour pull up record with over 8000 reps and he runs a sub-three hour marathon. His weekly training far exceeds many of the recommended volume limits, yet he's still getting stronger and faster. His instagram and youtube channel detail his training pretty well and would provide plenty of content for Mike's analysis.
You can have exceptional results and still be far below optimal performance. The best player on my rugby team growing up had a horrible diet and over trained in the gym and was still very successful but left at least 20% on the table with the bad diet and routine.
I like that Dr. Mike is real. He said, “that’s my two cents from a hypocrite”. A lot of people forget to be real with themselves and this man is trying to be a better version of himself while reminding us that he’s human with human problems. I respect that. Bringing up uncomfortable topics and sharing his own demons. Not everyone is brave enough to do all that. Keep doing it, bro!
@@alanm-l9v hasn't he had multiple knee and ankle surgeries? He looks great, but the constant abuse he's putting his joints through is not a good model to follow
@@alanm-l9vhe will tell you himself (and he does in his book) he has done a _tonne_ of damage to his body over the years and had a lot medical interventions. It's not just about how he "looks".
This guy fetishizes pushing yourself to the point of injury, and then pushing it more doing as much famage as possible. Willpower? Hes got heaps. But id prefer longevity.
It's not willpower, it's addiction. This is the cardio equivalent of taking too many steroids, and ego lifting as hard as you can. It takes willpower to rain yourself in and be in control, and Goggins isn't.
Everything david goggins does is for the purpose of strengthening his mind. Thats where he finds his meaning in life. Its easy to just say hes mentally ill and thats why he does all this crazy stuff, but you're missing the point of it all.
Addiction over willpower is true only to a certain extent. The extreme outlier that Goggins appears to be most definitely requires just as much willpower as addiction. There is no way a schedule and exercise routine is maintainable to that degree without having many days where you want a break, or at the very least to lessen reps etc. Even the energy acquired by fame doesn't necessarily prove much with him because he allegedly had a similar lifestyle prior to 2010, when his name was hardly out there compared to how it is now.
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you dont know me son
Yes you can say David Goggins has impressive discipline. But he is also mentally ill with demons. He is literally destroying his body and his later years are going to be rough. A balanced life will always be the optimal way to live. This guy talks about running for miles on bone on bone in his knees. This lifestyle doesn't work. When you have kids, you need to spend time with those kids. When you have a wife, you need to put time into your relationship. You need moderation.
PS. Can you do a video of the bullshit that is AG1 and Greens Powders.
Dr. Mike better not have his shirt on in the uncensored version 😡
You don’t go to Goggins for physical training advice. You go to him for the mental game he brings, to push yourself past your limits.
I love Goggins, and I think Goggins has helped more people do extreme things and go from fat out of shape bum to fit driven adult than just about anyone else on the internet. Because it is mostly about just mentally wanting it, and continuing when it's hard. He also should not and probably can not be copied.
His limit is caring for his kid.
@@mtwataPeople love to latch on to that to have a reason to not listen to him and feel better about themselves. You dont know the story behind that, why he did what he did. And even so it does not matter, his advice is still very real. You expect more from others than you do yourself.
@@august18016 I'm not going around preaching anything like him. He's a sh*tty human being who happens to do tough physical stuff. Not much to look up to.
I thought this was obvious. Truly a low IQ nation.
This man wasn't just fighting demons, he was fighting the 7 circles of hell
Sooo true😂
They call him, the doom slayer.
@@couriercat826god dammit you beat me
7th layer of hair
9 circles of hell*
I've subscribed to the 4 ball programme and can vouch for now having 4 balls. I used to have 0 balls and now I'm a satisfied 4 ball having customer. Thanks Dr Mike!!
The last time I had 4 balls was in high school when I was at a ball (1), having a ball (2), while also having testicles (4).
Having a ball in your hand while having a ball (fun) would add up to 5, even.
Growing a quad like any good Krogan.
That's a ballsy statement to make.
I've done the course twice now and whilst having 8 balls is great I think I'll do it one more time for an even dozen.
Goggins isn’t about muscle hypertrophy, he is about mental hypertrophy.
"He reinvented the idea of overkill“ - good summary of David Goggins.
Dr Mike, Muscular Physiologist :do you understand that if Goggins stopped exercising he would become depressed? (I mean Clinical depression with some hypomanic episodes). Goggins helped me realise that if you 'attack' the body - it somehow "cures" the depression for the day...and you survive that day, then you have to do it again the following day. Once, you' re 3-6 months in you can even reduce to 3 to 4 days per week & combine it with learning how your mind works...and you still get relief. This is the only thing to ever help keep my clinical depression away and I've tried Antidepressants as far back as 2008 to no f*ck*ng avail of course. So, yes Muscular Mike David has a form of depressin that contains some hypomanic episodes (you can say mild bipolar but with severe Major depression).
Dude is the definition of work harder not smarter
He really manifests into a real life superhero. He belongs in One Punch Man h
I can't wrap my mind around his lifestyle. I did a 22-year career in the military (Air Force & Army) and David treats every day like he's in the hardest days of boot camp in Hades and cranked up to eleven - but the boot camp nightmare NEVER ENDS! 😰
His overkill still yielded awesome gains though, but I don’t think an average joe should do his workouts.
I am always amazed by Mike ability to clearly enunciate each word and also communicate ideas so fluently with humor. The man rarely ever mumbles.
I think it's from being a lecturer, you just have to do a lot of public speaking to young adults and be fast with comebacks
I imagine there’s more than 1 take 😅
I like that "doesn't mumble" is something to be respected.
Am I in good shape? No. Am I basically a human sized piece of existential excrement? Yes. Are those respectful qualities to have? No.
BUT... Do I mumble? No.
Thank you.
Yeah I really like the guy too, he's fun, witty and knows lifting but then kind of minors in psychology too.
Dr. Mike will use his head to carry the boats
Which one ?
Stay hard
(I can’t for over 28 seconds)
@@Iron.HistorianStop. Watching. Porn.
Naa he will use the roids to carry the boats
😂😂😂😂
Goggins got me into running 5 years ago, I am thankful. It was never about losing weight, it was about the mental training. Definitely helped all aspects of my life
"Icarusing yourself into the Sun"... Come on, this line needs way more recognition.
It was a great analogy.
Facts!
That's why I train down on Mars
This story never gets enough love.
Jesus, our culture is friggin' illiterate. It's depressing.
I listened to his book and because of all his ultra marathon stuff, he could barely walk. APPARENTLY the insane stretching routine helped him to actually work through it all.
Yeah, in his book he tells us how he dropped out of a race and was slowly decaying and dying because he hasn't been stretching prior. I can understand why he has been stretching so religiously since then.
2 hours is horseshit. PER DAY
Came here to say that. Not stretching and pushing hard almost killed him.
@@windmacher
I tried stretching with actual investigation and... if you want the most results out of it, you will have to stretch for atleast 1 hour, it's like a normal workout but with 30s rests, I stopped doing it and even now I still can do a lot of weird stuff I learnt.😂
His insane genetics and work ethic are what is enabling him to do what he does. If your a regular person you shouldn't try to reicate anything he does.
David Goggins may not be the go to guy for technical elements of training but he is absolutely the go to guy for the mental elements of perseverance and toughness.
Yeah he living in a 4 million buck house and paying(when he pays) $500.00 a month in child support. This Guy's life is a mess. Never meet your Heroes.
@jimmylight4866 no one cares dude.
That's between him and his exes.
No one is perfect not even yourself.
@@dagame0329yeah but only one of them pretends to have life’s answers. Get his meat outta your mouth kid
@jimmylight4866 what lol?
@@_Xds_ I paid all my child support. I think the Judge ordered him to pay 900k and court costs. This guy is famous for working out. Ask the Guys in the Teams if they liked Goggins. If this guy motivates people and he can make a living at it more power to'em, but never ever never meet your Heroes. I have a very realistic view of Celebs.
Bro out of every sports scientist fitness freak you actually bring some clarity and comedic relief in your vids love that I found you when I did❤
I love how you didn’t just rag on him like many. His routine is seriously impressive and he deserves respect for what he does. David Goggins has changed my life and I’ve learned so much from both of you. Thank you. I’m scheduled for 4 ball surgery tomorrow, wish me luck!!!
Goodluck! hope all goes well ❤️
How is it so far? I'm considering it myself, but I'm afraid of the recovery.
Uh
What is ball surgery@@abasslinelow
Good luck Son
I guess the difference is that Goggins, as far as I know, is a clean athlete. Love him.
I zoned out during the app ad and suddenly I'm listening to Mike ramble about balls, bigger balls, "ball-less assholes like me" for a long, long time
Changed my life
Dr Mike is The Man with a Ball Plan.
@@Mr.JimPickensnice bisexual profile pic
ballas assholes
Yeah, that was like next level comedy. I wonder who thinks of this stuff.
@@j.baldwin3012 Mike does, all of that shit is improv
Goggins inspired me to lose over 30 kilos of fat, get very lean, and see my abs - at 53 years young. Now 55 years, lean around the year. As he says: ”motivation is bullshit, it comes and goes. You need to have drive”.
And the difference between those words are? I mean, I've lost 100lbs myself, but I don't get the difference. Sound very similar to me.
@@aarnehalen1686 Simply out, the difference between motivation and drive lies in their permanence. Motivation is usally short lived, it often provides a temporary surge of energy or inspiration that can fade away quickly. Think of it as a spark that ignites your desire to act, but once that spark diminishes, you might find yourself back to square one.
In contrast, drive is more like a habit you cultivate over time. It’s built through consistent effort and commitment, whether in studying, exercising, or any other pursuit. Once you establish that habit, drive keeps you going even when enthusiasm wanes or obstacles arise. It’s about pushing through discomfort and maintaining focus, making it a more reliable force in achieving long-term goals.
building a good habit on anything is where majority of people struggle, soon as discomfort comes along, they give up because that's the easy way out.
Sadly, easy way out is usually what will make life harder later on.
@@aarnehalen1686motivation- I’m pumped to do this, something has put me in the state of mind or feel more strongly to put feet to pavement. Drive(honestly the word used should have been [Dedication])- this is the 5th day in a row I’ve been doing cardio and this sucks, it makes me feel like I’m dying after 5 minutes, but I’m going too anyway because it’s good for my health. Hope that helps.
So now you're just skinny? Awesome
@@aarnehalen1686
I tried David's Routine a couple of times "just for fun" and always got seriously sick.
Sick like hell. Sick like hospitalized.
I have no clue how that guy did it. A true inspiration.
because you didn't work up to it. it's like giving a toddler a machine gun and expecting him to work it like an army vet yk? You train progressively and improve
Just give your body enough time to recover, then keep doing it annd your body will adapt. After a lifetime of couch-potato-ing, my first 2 weeks of serious weight training led to me actually having fevers and needed as many rest days as workout days. My first 2 years of serious running my shins and feet kept hurting and hurting, until one day my bones are finally strong enough and They don’t hurt anymore. I can physically see my feet getting thicker and buffer. It takes time.
Ya he was in the military before. Not sure which branch and all but it was gruesome training. He thrived through because he enjoyed the pain and some help of genetics. But either way he built up to that point.
@@piecekeeps1712 Goggins was in the Navy. The Navy SEALs to be specific, which as you probably know is widely considered the most mentally challenging and physically demanding group of the military to get into.
How is doing something that damages your body an inspiration
I'm a noob (working out properly for about 3 months) and I've basically just been using Dr. Mike as my own personal trainer. When I have questions about how to properly do this or that, I just watch how he does it and take his advice. As recently as 5-10 years ago, this level of extensive and detailed science-based expertise simply wasn't available to the average joe. THANK YOU, MIKE!!!
Literally the exact same here. Just started recently myself.
yeah fr bro 2019 was the stone age. if they didnt invent sports science in 2020 i would have killed myself
You don’t need science based training. Just train hard
@@maxwelllegere1483they didnt invent it in 2019
no we still need science tho@@user-sx2rn5sl3m
My ability to sense an ad read and skip to the end has drastically improved since watching you Dr Mike, thankyou for the knowledge I am eternally grateful.
lmao the ad was wayyyy too long on this
Apparently there's apps/plugins that will do the same thing. Haven't tried any because my pointer finger tap speed is unparalleled but it's tempting.
@@theKashConnoisseur pls try it out its an extension called "sponsorblock"
Idk what it is, but this might just be my favorite video you've made so far. you seem super relaxed and there was a really good flow to everything.
Because he was high… 😅
And coming off a cycle
@@David-dw2iqAye
He took a hit of the ganj before pressing the record button
His "24 seevveeennn" bit was so endearing
Some people deal with their inner demons by eating, alcohol, drugs, etc. David is dealing with them with exercise. Out of all of the options I had mentioned, not many choose the exercise route, so good on him 👍
@@tenfeetwanderers774 dude is an influencer selling a storyline and making millions from naive idiots.
He's still running from himself and his problems, and abusing his body to do it. It comes in a more acceptable form to the public eye, but he's just another self destructive individual with a terrible lifestyle.
Good for him in his previous accomplishments and all that, but if people are being honest they can see those have only been the base of something that became detrimental over time and all of the praise or tiptoeing around stating the obvious that fearful content creators and professionals do is just enablement for someone with serious issues.
Its how I am trying to deal with mine. Maybe I am Goggins?
Nah fuck 2 hours of stretching, I'd rather 2 hours of lifting
What's strange, and psychologically interesting, is the recognition that if sleeping required effort (yet required exactly the same time and had exactly the same effects) these people would be championing its benefits.
What’s also strange is that Steve from Minecraft on steroids thinks he’s an intellectual because he has a PhD in ‘Exercise Science’ lmao
Sleep requires WAY more effort than anything out there. Way harder to get 8-9 hrs every night than to run even 5 miles a day.
@@PastPerspectives11 that´s not strange though, dude is clearly knowledgeable about this subject.And your only way to insult him was critiquing his looks. Besides, having a PhD usually makes you an intellectual, that´s how education works.
@@PastPerspectives11 Imagine being so dumb to the point of believing having a PhD = not actually an intellectual
@@WindingShadows How are we to determine who is 'intellectual' then? & who should judge?
I never understood the waking up so early thing. Any doctor will tell you how important sleep is for recovery, longevity, mental health, etc… In the end waking up super early just means you have to go to bed early.
I have to wake up at 4am due to work so I’m in bed by 8 so I can get 7-8 hours of sleep. It’s no different than someone waking up at 7 and going to bed at 11. It’s such a weird flex when you think about it.
Tbh that’s what all of Goggins stuff is, similar to the whole hustle culture
Most people waste the hours of 9-11pm, so shifting your day back to 5am-9pm helps productivity/focus.
I agree the with the wtf are you flexing part for but being proud that your circadian rhythm is in line with how you feel the best is something to aspire to and not many people understand how important it is.
It borderline triggers me too, and that's because the main thing that drove me to get my "slight" anxiety checked out, only to realize just how bad I was in it's throes and start getting psychiatric help for it, was the impact in sleep quality: I was unable to have good quality sleep for months on end, waking up at some random point at night and not being able to stop my mind/heart until at least 2 hours after...sometimes just falling asleep before having to start my day, it was awful and it was eating away at me. Only in fixing that and being able to get consistent 7 hour + has let me do other things, like have the mental toughness to push myself physically and improve my health, and just naturally not have crazy comfort food cravings I get when I'm sleep deprived. I am instantly tempted to throw out any advice coming from people who say some variation of "3-4am wake up time cause it's the only way to really get things done" or some other hustle/grindset bs mentality. It's very different to say that than to say "hey, don't be afraid to try different things and if you find something that works for you and is healthy and sustainable, go for it, even if it means {weird hours}".
I do wake up once a week early to exercise, specifically at 5 am to be able to play tennis from 6-8am here in the desert heat and not shrivel away, but it is that, something once a week I do for something I find incredibly rewarding, and I usually nap after I'm back, showered and had a meal to be able to keep up for the rest of the day with my family.
Goggins is probably one of those genetic freaks who don't need as much sleep as others. They do exist and I have seen estimations to be about 1% of population
David Goggins turned my life around. Last November, I was 250lbs obese, health issues, my life in shambles, drowning in misery. I needed something to turn my life around, then I listened to Goggins and I started running. If anyone is going to change my life, it will be up to me. Last November, I can barely do a mile, now I run 5K twice a wk and working on reaching my first 6 mile run eventually to my first 10K. I've lost 70lbs, and my health problems are in remission. I don't do David Goggin's crazy workout routine, he does his and I do mine. I do my own strength training and 10 min stretches. However, I do listen to him instead of music every time I workout, knowing that It's possible to push a little harder, farther, and faster.
Keep it up! Stay hard!
stay hard
Meaningwave exists! check it out 🌊
Look up that one song my Eminem, Role Model. Stay qu... stay hard.
same here but last year I was 302, now 200 ish, I did my first half marathon in August. But, I like keeping the run schedule balanced.
Thank you for your videos. My previous coach worked me out so much in cardio that I was never losing any fat weight. I kept working hard but was so exhausted from the workouts that I could not recover properly AND I remained fat even though I could run 13miles. Watching your videos helped me realize that a plan that focuses on a good diet, sleep, stretching, and exercise but above all CONSISTENCY is the way to go. Now I have only lost 5 pounds in the last 1.5months but my body composition is radically different. So THANK YOU! You helped me realize a better way to train.
Eet eggs, meat a bit fruit creece yoghurt 10%, and you will see howzfast you drop weight. Still eat enough what you normally do. And ofcourse few times a week training.
Took me 2 weeks to adapt to this, now my body mainly use fat as fuel.
David Goggins is/was military. Both of my brothers were also in the military. Everything they do is timed. They are up before the sun and work into the night. I believe he has carried that military mentality into his body transformation. He is the goat, for motivation and perseverance. Us regular peons just take what we can handle. And your commentary brings it back to earth. As a newbie to fitness, I appreciate you both.💪🏾🧡
He lost 100 pounds so he could go in the military. Still has not changed his way of life..
@@JeannieHart military guys are the dumbest drones I ever met.
To say that David Goggins was military is as much of an understatement as saying that his training is overkill. Goggins is the only person in the world to be a Navy SEAL, and Army Ranger, and Air Force TACP. Seriously insane stuff.
@quandaledinkles-em5qz mostly because no one would ever be dumb enough to do all those, not because it's impossible. Kind of like his training.
I’ve been subscribed to the bigger balls program for a couple of months and it’s to the point that I need to cut holes into my chairs. Thanks Dr Mike 👍
Yeah, it's a great party trick when the bean bag you were sitting on comes with you when you stand up and walk away.
Now that's a Goggins-style butt clench..
Great video! Doesn't just bash Goggins like some other bodybuilders, but instead explains why he does it and what might be more suitable/optimal for your own goals. Respect
You're great. You are officially the first channel I subscribed to.
Perfect 👌
I love how these videos are not only informative but also entertaining.
And heavy loaded with ads.
This is solely because of the RP Balls ad, thanks doc, you're doing the lord's work! Love you and then work you do!❤
Bro that balls commercial was straight
out of Rick and Morty
Was looking for this comment. If he burped, it would've been perfect.
Love it
I literally clipped it and called it that 😂 I thought the exact same thing
damn, I just posted the same comment before I saw yours! You beat me to it... straight outta Interdimensional Cable!!
Hi, I'm Ants In my eyes Johnson!
Goggins is a machine, his mind and will is made of steel
DO NOT replicate what he does, he is a unique specimen
Well, said
“Can’t hurt me” got me back into fitness 4 years ago during the pandemic. I’ve run multiple 35 mile and 50 mile ultras since and weight lift every day. His methods might be a little unhinged but he’s changed so many lives in the process!
You went for all that suddenly? Not being sarcastic about it
@@Goiaba308 no definitely not suddenly. I began with walking, then running one mile, then two miles and so on. To be injury free, it should be a verrrrrry slow process. It’s about strengthening your joints, body and mind for the long run 🙌
You live in a cold climate, stay there.
@@KhattaRapidus ?
I love this guys total lack of ego. These videos are always fun(ny) and knowledgeable! Glad the algorithm through you my way!
This is why this channel is doing so good because you recognise that goggins advice is not so good but he is a tough individual and you are respectful most of the time (other than Joel seedmen or liver king) which is what makes this channel amazing
I’ve said this many times: a key point in Goggins is that he serves as an example of peek willpower and effort, purely to inspire us to push our own limits. The point was never to compete with him but compete with ourselves.
Jeff Cavaliere did a breakdown of Goggins' training recently and he made a point that many people overlook: Goggins is an endurance athlete. His training and activities reflect that. Dr Mike is bang on the money in saying most people just need to use him for inspiration, and there are elements of his training to incorporate, but he's in the most elite group of people when it comes to physical fitness. He doesn't train for aesthetics, he trains to be able to keep going, and have a strong enough mind to get him through those events. His timings and placements for ultra events are published online for anyone who wants to see them, including multiple Badwater events. It's important context when watching his social media videos, especially if your goal is to run 10km or to build muscle.
Goggins got there somehow. His message is anyone can get where they want if they put their mind to it.
does he do well in those ultra events?
@@MaduagwuMichaelHe won Badwater, notoriously known as the most miserable Ultra in the world. We would go for runs and he could legitimately maintain a 6 minute mile while holding a full conversation for 10+ miles. He’s pretty damn good at running.
He does great at those events
@@DisDatK9 he's good but not excellent in extreme endurance events which have low competitiveness in the first place. Put him in the Boston marathon and he's not finishing in the top 1000.
It’s impressive how this channels videos have continually gotten better and better over the years and just isn’t stopping
Yes! Been waiting for a GOggins critique forever
Me also! As usual, people are missing the point of what he does but still nice to have it.
Difference between influencers and practitioners and go out there and do it. Its funny these fackers has the knowledge but can’t even apply it to their own training.
I was looking forward to it also. This video was a letdown.
Why so? @@cjparkeffaking4551
@@cjparkeffaking4551
Why?
I love how you criticize and explain everything very respectful and with facts. there is also some humor in it which makes it perfect. very great content from a very smart guy. lots of respect for you.
The smoothest ad transitions on TH-cam
Such a good point made there by Dr. Mike in terms of switching up the modality for cardio training. I ran every day, sometimes twice, last december, 8km on average. I felt so much pain eventually, and these days I can go for a run 2 times a week because I cannot bear the pain more frequently than that.
Goggins literally tells people “I’m not telling you to go break yourself off.” He doesn’t advocate anyone train like he does, but he does advocate for people to push themselves beyond their self perceived and self imposed limits.
He trains for mindset, not for physical gains and optimal growth. Gotta analyze him through the correct lens.
Then again, this is a review from a sport scientist. The critique is from a physical perspective and not a psychological view.
Trading for mindset and optimally is still the best way to go 🤔 Torturing yourself for torture’s sake is just going to put unnecessary wear and tear on your body that didn’t need to happen to get the results you want.
Sure but if many, MANY people analyse him through the “incorrect lens”, the burden is on him to make it easier for people to know he doesn’t advocate for a suicidal level of training.
7:55 lol
@@LeftyFox2But the results he wanted were in the mind. And to get that you need to torture yourself just for the sake of being able to.
Dr Mike explaining the effects overtraining was quite surprising. Many people talk about overtraining, but i personally only have a vague idea of what it looks and feels like. I'd love a video explaining it in more detail with possible timeframes, indicators, how it progresses, connection to nutrition and of course the (semi-)permanent effects of it. >There's a three year old video on fatigue indicators that goes in that direction but doesn't directly engage with overtraining.
Kinda difficult to say anything about Goggins stuff.
Mikes expression after some of Goggins statements is hilarious and just about all one can do. ”Well 🤷♂️” 😆
He's fearful of public backlash from stating the truth, like a politician. Goggins is a junky whose drug of choice is ultimately masked self abuse fueled by ego, and while that has brought about many accomplishments and much ignorant praise, at the end of the day he's a damaged individual like any other only with a massive ego to fuel his self harm rather than a chemical substance dependency.
This is it, since the moment I started following RP I was waiting for this video🤩
I'm currently 280 pounds run 3 miles every day at 3 am and walk 3 more miles. Lift 3x a week and ride my bike 100 miles in a month. I'm burning roughly 2k active calories a day. I went from 416 pounds to 280 pounds in 6 months.
Damn
That’s wild, congrats
3 am is a bad idea. Sleep is king. Also, every day jogging not nevessary, too much stress on knees. Also, to continue your weight loss, get your diet on point, crucial. Protein evey meal, Greek yogurt, nuts, eggs, turkey chicken, albacore, butter. No bread, pasta, potatoes, chips, deserts, cereal, soda.
@GUITARTIME2024 diets pretty good. 3am is when I'm able to do it. Before I have to get kids up for school and deal with the other kids for the day. Wife works nights so I do it at 3am so I can deal my responsibilities during the day. I do protein shakes for breakfast tuna for lunch and usually chicken and rice for dinner. I got to bed between 8-9 at night. So I'm getting between 6 and 7 hours of sleep each night.
@@travisswiley7663 How much for the portions, would definitely like to know how much to see if I can follow similar.
loved the "sacrifice" section. i struggle with this, a lot, and get injured constantly, which sets me back so much. thanks for this section. if you haven't already done it, id love to see a full video on this, maybe with some different examples of people who do it well, or who could use some work on this. thanks!
Ultra-running is more about mental toughness and self discipline than physical fitness. His whole routine is built around strengthening the mind to overcome the bodies weakness.
I ran marathons and ultras for nine years. I did crazy stuff, but nothing like Goggins. Probably the craziest things I did to strengthen my mind were back to back long runs. 29 miles on Saturday, doing laps of a park that was only 3/4 of a mile per lap. Then I did another 29 miles in that same park on Sunday.
Exactly , everyone can be a gym citizen but not everyone can be an athelete.
"we'll just rename it to the infinity workout, and don't you get at me with a 2x infinity, it's the same as infinity...I studied math" Legit Cackling! 🤣🤣
I agree cardio doesn't burn much calories, but it makes you metabolically healthier overall. Health is priority not the speed of losing that weight.
And everyone who wants to lose weight just rolled their eyes.
@@itsmikehayden Yeah, because it's easier to take the magic pill or lie to yourself!
A a car doesnt need gas ,it just goes on itself.
David Goggins inspires me. He’s a beast. I get motivated to try harder when I listen to him, even if I don’t necessarily think he’s doing everything the ideal way.
He listens to his haters comments on a recorded tape recorder while he worksout, he's just a legend!!
Type of energy I need tbh
@@peterk.2108Yeah! Huh. That's actually pretty smart.
Seems like the type of dude who will die of a brain aneurysm because he is fueled by hate. That ages you also.
each to their own,. I don't give a f what others think , I just love working out, all positive. i wish everyone else well, to get that first pullup or deadlift 500Kg . I just can't buy into it, I'm not American , even as a kid when I heard all the go hard stuff to work and play - squash game at 3am in morning. Seemed like another planet to me . Same as I dislike tiger/helicopter parents planning 10 extra activities a week for their prodigy kids. Would they go back in time and steal their own childhood the same way . Ie I myself need quiet space and time to be creative, have reflection and energy. I always think people who fill their waking day with work, endless activities don't like themselves and it's an escape mechanism . To be fair he does lots of cardio , so lots of time to free form thinking
He's a mentally unwell person who is punishing himself through working out.
we've been waiting for this one 🔥
Goggins probably shouldn’t be listened to as a lifestyle influencer/self-help guru beyond being inspired by his perseverance the way a natty lifter could be inspired by an enhanced pro. His methods and lifestyle are completely insane and not replicable for the average person.
It’s pretty much a symptom of deeper psychological issues and putting it on a pedestal is socially wrong, IMO. Equivalent of being inspired by the perseverance of anorexics and other body dysmorphia sufferers for indulging in it as a lifestyle rather than seeking appropriate psychological help. The only difference here is that we view exercise as a Good, so excess is viewed as hard work and discipline rather than compulsive self-abuse.
Exactly
Goggins has said most should not do what he does. He knows he is crazy, he knows it's excessive and has only ever actually advocated for people to stop procrastinating or limiting themselves.
But of course there are lots of people who don't want to think for themselves and do the hard work of self experimentation to find what works for them. They just want results now and look at copying other "successful" people.
You're missing his point entirely. Stop writing about him as if you know him.
Everything david goggins does is for the purpose of strengthening his mind. Thats where he finds his meaning in life. Its easy to just say hes mentally ill and thats why he does all this crazy stuff, but you're missing the point of it all.
@@Repienk People with pathologies rationalise pathological behaviour. His normal is not “normal”. If you saw his behaviour in a loved one and saw how it impacted their capacity to engage with life, sacrificing sleep/work for compulsive need to perform ritual behaviour, you would instantly recognise it as unhealthy.
I literally said people shouldn’t listen to him with regard to why he does this. You would not listen to a compulsive eater rationalise how becoming the fattest guy alive is strengthening for the soul because it’s hard.
If you want to take meaning/inspiration from him, then by all means, that’s your subjective wont. I’m just saying that any advice or lifestyle decisions made based on what he’s saying or doing need taking with a huge pinch of salt, because we’re not him and 99.999% of the time it’s not gonna go that way for us.
Say what you want to say about Goggins, but this man help me get out of a really bad depression. I end up running 14 miles without stopping in 2 months without any prior training or knowledge. So for that reason I’ll always be thankful. Like always love your vids !!
Same. That being said goggins is a good advocate for mental toughness and not making excuses. When it comes to training for sports or athletics, he is out of his league.
My 14 mile round trip bike commute only burns ~400 to 500 calories a day. I didn't start losing weight until this year when I added 10k steps a day and started taking my diet seriously.
"I didn't start losing weight until this year when I.....started taking my diet seriously."
FIFY
Burning 500 calories a day is amazing. Your diet was the issue not your step count.
why would you add 10k steps a day to a 14mile bike ride? do you lift weights at all?
@@otter1942 I feel better and have an easier time losing weight when I walk and cycle. Try and walk throughout the day for my NEAT.
I lift 2-3 times a week, but was going to try more over the winter
14 miles of bike: 450 calories. 1 hour of heavy bag and mitt work: 1000 calories. I know which one I enjoy more.
Read his two books, the guy is working through some heavy stuff from his past, I hope he works through it before he runs himself into the ground permanently. It's already caused a host of health issues and suffering physically and mentally...but he just keeps going.
What stuff?
@@joejo4549 extremely abusive father throughout childhood and being the only black person in Indiana.
@@AEVsteak as someone who has chronic pain (vision issues) I can attest that a greater stress makes pushing yourself in the gym WAY easier... only I'm not built like Goggins so got a long term cartilage issue in my knees from ignoring pain
Yes, his workout regiment is basically self-harm behaviour and not a healthy lifestyle. He should be pitied not idolized.
@@rustneversleeps85 he's so lucky to not be crippled by injury, he said in an interview he pushed through injuries and somehow it works out. For my knees if I do nothing it hurts more so maybe it's like that for him just x10000
"Swing low, sweet chariots" would be a terrific ball-oriented growth hotline slogan.
9:54 Subscribed.
Dr.Mike you better stay HARDDDD !!!
He can't he always soft 🍦 but very smart that's for sure
As someone who struggled with self discipline when it comes to sport, I found that this insane motivation porn from the David Gogginses of the world gives you a quick boost of energy and drive but, ultimately, is not sustainable. You get all hyped in the hopes to reinvent yourself and compensate for all the years of laziness and then return to your old habits, unable to live to your new ultra high standards. It’s only when I started to train just the right amount, like it’s recommended here on RP, I was able to actually stick to my routine and see some progress.
Motivation < Habits
Was waiting for this!
That improv RP commercial for a set of 4 bigger balls was straight out of an Interdimensional Cable episode... Dr. Mike must like watchin Rick and Morty while he's smoking those fat trainwreck blunts :)
What a nice and kind man, i am sure he is not incredibly unhinged 💀💀 9:18
I think he would describe himself as unhinged, though, proudly.
Goggins is the Doom Slayer of Mind & Body exercise.
'Trying' is a beautiful effort that everyone should also learn to do. Especially 'trying' to be kind
Goggins gave me the inspiration to not quit working out as I have done many times since I was last serious 8 years ago.
But discovering this channel here, along with Lean Beef Patty and "Strong with Kelly" helped me so much more than the trainers I spent money on.
I know it has only been since end of April, but so far only 1 small injury. No real weight loss despite the calorie counting and weighting the food, but I did get a lot stronger.
Gym 3x a week since June, up from 2 (plus hiking)
Weight loss or fat loss?
@@samiiromaar no real fat loss is what I should have said. For all intent and purposes, I am down 2 pounds but I can fit in some shirts I previously couldnt. I may habe lost 4-6 inches around the stomach area. I still need to lose a lot of fat though as I am only 5'6" and still weight 214.
When I was in better shape years ago I was 162.
I am hoping for 170-180 this time.
I love Strong with Kelly, she really opened my eyes to diversifying my training. LBP is like the person I wish I could go to the gym with but Kelly is the one who is really goals.
Summer Fun Fitness is one of my inspirations for calisthenics if you want to check her out, I’m loving the functional strength gains from bodyweight exercises. I can’t get to the gym right now so I’m doing what I can!
If you are prone to tendon injuries or trying to rehab any old injuries, the book “Built from Broken” is a helpful read!
Stick with it! ❤
what do you like about lean beef patty? never watched her videos, just curious
@@amaanhussain3094 she is very down to earth and a good sense of humor. I like her kitchen cooking videos where she'll attempt to make "healthier" versions of every day food...eg, healthier rice krispies square with more protein. She has the energy level of an adhd squirrel in some videos, but when she's in the gym, she goes beast mode hard and really focused. She was also very open about her body dysmorphia as a teen and that courage makes her very endearing.
Another thing to remember about Goggins is he has literally no cartilage in his knees. Which is supremely impressive that he can still run like he does but also a warning sign that your body will break down with overuse.
If you move the joint will lubricate with synovial fluid. I guess he can never stop moving?
@@m.bird.maybe this is the real reason he never takes a rest day. His condition is so bad he physically can’t, it’s interrupted his daily life so much he can’t hold a normal job, so he did the one thing that would allow him to continue this lifestyle which is to become a personality and profit off of it. The day he stops grinding, he loses his ability to walk.
@@qui1766He has a job, kind of sad that you are trying to find a reason to discredit him just because you dont get it.
@@august18016 this is a joke lol. I’m a big fan of Goggins.
The entire balls segment really reminds me of interdimensional cable ads from Rick and Morty and I'm all here for it.
Videos are actually funny & it’s all facts, my new favourite youtuber
1:40 Joe Rogan also pointed this out too about the stretch marks! I kept thinking the same thing!
13:09 a day off? 😂😂😂 bro it’s goggins 😂
"Did Goggins train today?"
Yoooooo Mike rockin the GBRS shirt !
Mike is one of those guys that understands that being dangerous is an important part of being a man.
Fuck gbrs
@@gunsandcommissions Love Dr. Mike, but GBRS is meh.
@@marlowek1936 they’re shady but at the same time dj certainly puts out good stuff to chew on
@@marlowek1936I agree. I don’t follow “influencers”, and train local to me. I was commenting on his attitude towards guns and self defense.
You are entertaining brother wasn't expecting much but now gonna watch the series
The only person who would benefit from training like Goggins is Goggins. Simply as he has made it his whole personality and brand, so it's essentially his day job
Good comment. I have no doubt what he does may be helpful to him, but to pretend that this is transferable to the general population is wild…and short sided
@@justinsadowski9823 It's funny that his whole message is one of mental toughness and strength of mind etc, which is a good message to spread and anyone can take a bit of that. But when you look at what he does everyday as a whole to the point of sacrificing sleep to do stretches for two hours etc to me it shows a mental weakness in himself more than a mental strength?
Almost like he cant stop himself. Who knows what demons await him on a rest day lol
@@papaspauldingyes…and if you’re watching this video, and sacrificing sleep and destroying your body because Goggins tells you to…in my opinion, that’s not on Goggins…it’s not on the knuckleheads that refuse to work out…it is on the knuckleheads that refuse to think for themselves
@@papaspaulding As far as I know he sleeps a normal amount nowadays, in the past he didn't sleep much at all.
He is the antithesis of modern western men
We need people like him
there are stretch marks in his photo at around 1:10. i love how they are are like "he has no stretch marks"
dude if you genuinely care about something that minuscule you must be unbelievably insecure and hate every tiny detail about yourself
@FilzupBilburpi don't see stretch marks besides those tiny ones, THAT'S what you're wasting your limited time on earth complaining about? you know you're going to die right? and you're complaining about THIS.......
@FilzupBilburpa lot of
What they really meant was loose skin, not stretch marks, if you look at Goggins you can see he has stretch marks which is not surprising to anyone with a brain.
@FilzupBilburpAre you retarded ?
This is it. This is the perfect video format - A niche mix of slutty humour and top tier science. The conversations with Scott are also great. I sincerely believe u guys have found your perfect video style, love it
Started following David goggins awhile ago. Been running miles and lifting weights for hours. Lost 30lbs while not dieting, gaining lean muscle @ 49yrs old. Got blood test done and healthy like a new born baby.
David is just crazy man, in literally every way possible
He's just a psycho.
when he said he's on weed and jiu-jitsu..I subscribed...HIGH ROLLERRSSS
Unpopular opinion David Goggins is addicted to working out due to his self-hatred and fear of being fat and lazy again. And maybe we shouldn't be listening to him for health advice. I will say this,the extreme people accomplish more. But for us average guys who just wanna have a healthy and balanced life a normal and consistent amount of exercise is perfect.
Right-on. When I see this guy, all I see is a hyper extreme lifestyle that is not sustainable. The w/o routine he utilizes would be fine for somebody who doesn't have a 40hr a week job. Getting up at 3am to start your routine, stretching for 2 hours a day, a "light" cardio day is running 7 miles....!?!
When I see this guy, all I see is somebody running away from something very troubling. Its very easy to just look at the "surface" this guy is showing the world and think everything is alright and that "hes got it figured out, and I need to be like him" Nope. This is classic escapism behavior.
He has become very successful with the motivational career he made for himself but he is definitely fighting demons and considering this extreme unsustainable lifestyle he is doing and promoting, all is not so well with Mr. Goggins.
Says the soft beta male
“us average” I'm absolutely not average, therefore I think nobody else is. Except for people who live in flats
@rpols22 Goggins has a full time job, he even talked about how people go after him talking about how they would do same shit if they didn't have job like him. But he said he actuallt has full time job
Yea he's afraid of becoming that fat guy again. The pain has definitely become an addiction at this point
Stage 4 survivor here, love your vids 😂 420 for life! Fuck anxiety, depression, insomnia, pain, etc.....stay lit my brother (only makes these videos funnier)
Goggins was never trying to teach how to bodybuild efficiently. He was trying to teach you how to never quit.
13:01 Day off? Whos gonna carry the boats?
Honestly Goggins' boats need the day off.
@@drstedmanif the boats don’t get carried they get so lonely and they will cry :(
His day off is Sundays
“Color me curious” lmao. Can’t stop laughing with Dr. Mike. #SpiritEnergy
At first I thought you would speak ill of Goggins but after listening to you only corroborate his ideology I liked it and speaking with respect speaks very well of you! ! New followers
The 3rd problem with adding cardio is your hormone levels and how they act. Intense cardio during weight loss boosts energy expenditure, which makes your body crave more food to balance out. Hormones like ghrelin spike, increasing hunger, and your glycogen stores get depleted, which further triggers your appetite. Plus, stress hormones like cortisol mess with your hunger and fullness signals, making you crave high-calorie foods. When I add cardio during a diet I always have a super hard time to keep a calorie deficit despite all my hard work! Goggings would probably just say "Hunger is just a feeling, just deal with it!" 😢
It depends, sometimes you are too tired to even wanting to eat. Also seems like the temperature of the body is increased. I did 1.5 hours of cardio at the gym for 2-3 months before starting using machines. I lost a lot of weight and friends told me they couldn't stay close to me cause I was "hot".
Definition of working harder not smarter
Anticipated the LMT ad the second he said “sweat”. Do I listen to too much Dr Mike?
Man when you said, “we can do better than that,” it lit a fire in me.
18:00 I do both, I sleep in static stretched positions.
I know this is a joke but that can actually be dangerous
In a similar vein as Goggins, Truett Hanes would be an interesting person for this series. He recently broke the 24 hour pull up record with over 8000 reps and he runs a sub-three hour marathon. His weekly training far exceeds many of the recommended volume limits, yet he's still getting stronger and faster. His instagram and youtube channel detail his training pretty well and would provide plenty of content for Mike's analysis.
He also has youth on his side, and Cameron's genetics. They both deserve a deeper dive.
You can have exceptional results and still be far below optimal performance.
The best player on my rugby team growing up had a horrible diet and over trained in the gym and was still very successful but left at least 20% on the table with the bad diet and routine.
18:36 Appreciate the Greek Mythology reference.
I was thinking about the eternals 😭
I like that Dr. Mike is real. He said, “that’s my two cents from a hypocrite”. A lot of people forget to be real with themselves and this man is trying to be a better version of himself while reminding us that he’s human with human problems. I respect that. Bringing up uncomfortable topics and sharing his own demons. Not everyone is brave enough to do all that. Keep doing it, bro!
Would love for you to do some professional soccer players. Maybe Cristiano Ronaldo who just started his TH-cam channel not too long ago 🤷♂️
Goggins has some amazing ethic and mentality. However, he needlessly destroys his body, and will be crippled later in life.
he is over 40 and looking sharp, looks better than most guys in their 20s
@@alanm-l9v hasn't he had multiple knee and ankle surgeries? He looks great, but the constant abuse he's putting his joints through is not a good model to follow
@@alanm-l9vhe will tell you himself (and he does in his book) he has done a _tonne_ of damage to his body over the years and had a lot medical interventions.
It's not just about how he "looks".
@alanm-l9v his muscles are great, but his joints are non- existent
@@squibblez2517 I agree, but it's worth remembering that he knows he's destroying his body. He considers the mental discipline to be more important.
This guy fetishizes pushing yourself to the point of injury, and then pushing it more doing as much famage as possible. Willpower? Hes got heaps. But id prefer longevity.
It's not willpower, it's addiction. This is the cardio equivalent of taking too many steroids, and ego lifting as hard as you can. It takes willpower to rain yourself in and be in control, and Goggins isn't.
David goggins is great when you are at rock bottom mentally
He's been doing it quite awhile...
Everything david goggins does is for the purpose of strengthening his mind. Thats where he finds his meaning in life. Its easy to just say hes mentally ill and thats why he does all this crazy stuff, but you're missing the point of it all.
Addiction over willpower is true only to a certain extent. The extreme outlier that Goggins appears to be most definitely requires just as much willpower as addiction. There is no way a schedule and exercise routine is maintainable to that degree without having many days where you want a break, or at the very least to lessen reps etc.
Even the energy acquired by fame doesn't necessarily prove much with him because he allegedly had a similar lifestyle prior to 2010, when his name was hardly out there compared to how it is now.
David just is one of the best motivators out there. I haven't taken on any of his training or nutricional advice