6 Month Weight Loss Fitness Secrets, Before & After, My Battle With Health & How I Changed My Life
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- As I always say, onwards and upwards, and in that spirit, today I return to the wider spectrum of more "gentlemanly" subjects that I originally started this channel with. I share a very personal story of how I changed my life using fitness and a strict routine, and overcame my battle with severe health problems. I was able to get through the toughest of times because I unlocked and tapped into an intense amount of self discipline and resilience that I never knew I had. I discuss my secrets to how a controlled diet, exercise, a stringent workout plan and motivation can help you lose weight, get into the shape you want, become a more productive person, and above all have a happier, improved life.
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Lost a ton of weight (100+ pounds), and gained it all back, three times now.
I've had all those excuses "I dont have a desk job, I'm on my feet all day." Yet downing sodas all day.
"I walked around today, that's exercise. I'm not going to the gym."
"I'm tired. I'll go to gym tomorrow."
That's it. Today is the day, 8:16pm central time. I'm changing my body. And permanently this time.
No excuses.
Good luck on your journey my friend
How's that going brother?
My favorite hack (and I just started the video, maybe it's in there) is to not stop bad habits, but to replace them with a less-bad habit. Because we should all drink water, but starting with diet soda (barely better!) let's you jump to sparkling water, then finally to plain. The jumps are easier, less distressing, and - most importantly for me - they let me build momentum.
You need to change your diet, not a "gym habit". If losing weight - diet is 100% what you need to focus on. Nothing else.
@@ilove2learn783 Nothing else? That's absolutely absurd. Do you even know what a caloric deficit is? How do you expect to be in one sitting on your ass all day? You might want to stop giving advice my dude because that's just total garbage.
Wow. Tuned in for some watch talk and was seriously impressed with the fitness philosophy and motivational impact. Tremendous post.
Glad to hear Grant,
Thank you,
Best regards,
TGV
I like the diversity of this channel, please continue to make content that is not just about watches.
It's great to see not only your videos TGV, but to also see there are still men in the world concerned with being great men.
-"Life begins on the other side of despair."
Thank you Vince, I deeply appreciate that and what a great quote!
Best regards,
TGV
I'm a distance runner...but have to say that Cardio isn't the be all end all for losing weight. The most efficient exercise for weight loss is the one you keep doing. The best "diet" for weight loss is the one that you can continue. Everything else you mentioned is spot on.
Like I said everyone is different. Diet, cardio and consistency together work for me. But thank you for the input,
Best regards,
TGV
WHAT! Dude you were massive back then!!
TGV, thanks very much for this video. I was injured in Afghan in 2008, i had a cracked vertebrae, collapsed lung, fell into a coma and my body went auto immune and subsequently now have a chronic nerve pain disorder. I spent a few years in a wheel chair and on steroids and my weight blew up. As time went on i would get fit then have a flair up which would see me put into a ketamine coma for a week or so followed by another month in hospital. The battle starts again.
I found this very motivating Sir, many thanks
Thank you for your service sir
Ok.
Im gonna quit smoking today. Not tomorrow. Today.
DO it! It's a very hard thing to do but so worth it, keep up the good fight. Thank you,
Best regards,
TGV
Read Allen Carr The only way to stop smoking. I thought I would never give up. I read teh book twice and have been off the ciggs for seven years now. Good Luck!
My pal read that and quit smoking. And some months later started again lol
+RockinEnabled read it again. Never give up
I quit 4 years ago and will never start again. It is my third quit btw. I would never make the same mistake for the forth time :)
I'm going through some rough times right now because of my health it's so depressing but what really gets me through some bad days is watching your videos no joke . thank you so much you will always have a friend in Tennessee.
Seeing this 4 years later. Hope you're doing better, brother.
Am I the only one watching this 2 years afterwards? I'm watching your vids a few weeks ago. Never thought you were overweight and health issues like that. U have so mucho to share. Gracias por todo!
Just saw this...I am a cyclist, swimmer and tennis player. I do significant cycling miles and I can tell you it is life/ health changing. Good message....and best of luck!
May Almighty God give you health and a long life Ameen
ameen
Like Tristano, I love watches, but I am really glad to see a non-horological video for once. I like the variety. I would be happy if about 25% of channel output was not watch related. The variety was one of the draws of the channel in the early days for me. It differentiates TGV from the other channels out there. It's clear TGV is more than a one trick pony so it's nice to see him stretch his creative legs so to speak. Keep up the good work guv!
Keep taking care of yourself. Most of us do not begin to appreciate or comprehend how lucky we are. Thank you
All I wanted was to find some reviews on watches. I had no idea my life would possibly be changed as a side effect. What an honest, sincere video from a true gentleman. I hope to contact you in 6 months and tell you about my latest watch purchase and how much weight I have lost! ;) God Bless you, Sir.
Jb V How’s progress coming?
Man, i'm happy that you're well now.. this is a very inspiring story, thanks TGV!
Hey TGV,
Your very inspiring man. Your right about the cardio. I used to do a ton of cardio and felt better. It helps with everything spiritually, mentally, and physically. The hardest part about anything is starting it.
Also, if you feel better and you have good thoughts the law of attraction takes effect.
Glad to hear your doing better man.
Very good video, TGV. Absolutely perfect advices!
I had the opposite problem, I was too too skinny and working out helped me getting in shape, I obviously used weights, but I'm completely self taught and I did a lot of cardio to remain athletic. I used to run for 10/15km and when you finish it and the endorphins start to run in your body, it's one of the best sensation in the world. As you said the most important thing is consistency, without that, you don't go anywhere.
One of the best video so far, it's right, we take for granted too many things.
Stay healthy, my friend!
Best regards,
Michele.
Thank you Michele!
Totally with you on the endorphins front, keep it going my friend.
Best regards,
TGV
A secret of mine to stop yourself from oversnacking is brushing your teeth, everytime I felt like I really wanted a cupcake or something I'd just do that, food doesn't taste the same with mint flavor in your mouth lol.. Cheers
Brandon I started trying this, and it actually works. Thank you for sharing
Be careful you may brush off enamel if you brush too too much.
You can have any snack you want at any time -- but you must wash it first. Yeah, if you think washing a snack would make it inedible, then that snack should be off your list.
Man, You cannot believe how I love it that finally someone adresses this issue! I am a Belgian PE & Movement Sciences student and I can tell you once you know the benefits you really put time and effort in it! By the way not only cardio gives you benefits but also maximal strength (and in your case a little bit of muscle gain would actually improve your basal metabolism!). I got into this because when I was young I had severe astma during exercise and worked extremely hard and got rid of it! Succes to all of you guys combatting your challenges!
I'm just flabbergasted (funny word)! Who'd a thunk, one minute I'm watching watches, next I'm listening to the Urban Tony Robbins! Excellent bait and switch. Absolutely love this other direction. Humbled and Grateful. Keep'm comin.
Hi Tristano. VERY VERY motivational insight into your life. I discovered heart problems 11months ago hospitalised and stents. Did the right things for about 3 months. Ive quit the gym now and my weight and fitness and wellbeing are worse now than for years. This video came up out of the blue …. although Im subscribed to your channel….and a keen watch person…..its made me open my eyes again …… enjoy everything, live life to the full, get properly in shape and STOP making excuses. There are no accidents….. thank you.
Great video, thanks very much indeed. I am 54 y/o and a former British Army physical training instructor (PTI). At various times I have been exceptionally fit and also out of shape in my life. I can relate to illness/injury causing "speed bumps" in life, including in maintaining decent fitness. I travel a lot and it seems like airplanes are terrible for recycling the air and passing around germs. I have had a lot of injuries, from breaking my pelvis in six places, to rotating vertebrae, to broken knees and ankles, torn tendons, etc. Plus I was an asthmatic as a kid and have always been susceptible to lung issues. If everyone else gets flu, I will get flu and then bronchitis in pretty short order. I always seem to have at least a little fluid on my lungs. It's always been that way, even when I was a PTI. Once, I was on a covert patrol on a massive training exercise (I was infantry) and had to infiltrate into the "enemy" position at night, then lay-up and report on troop movements undetected. I already had the flu as my team and I patrolled in and was suppressing coughs every few minutes (you learn to cough almost silently). The place we were laid-up in was essentially a marsh/swamp. It was around 15 degrees C during the day and went down to just above freezing at night. We laid there for over 48 hours doing our job. We were a mess when we ex-filled out of there; all of us pretty much hypothermic and I ended up getting pneumonia and pleurisy. It was awful. I was bed-ridden for a couple of weeks and it messed me up for a long time. Fast forward 25 years to a year ago, I got flu, the bronchitis (as usual) and then it just would not go away. Turned into pneumonia and pleurisy (again). I was laid-up for around three weeks. I was so week after that, and couldn't even think about working out without my blood pressure going through the roof. It was so frustrating. The discipline really became to manage my expectations (pretty tough being so Type-A) and just let myself heal over time. I felt like an old man! Slowly, but surely, though, I started letting myself get back into physical activity, first with just hill walking, then hill walking with a little weight, then some jogging, a few light weights, and so on. It was depressing as my weight were less than half what I had been used to before and my cardio was garbage. The trick was to stay positive, nt beat myself up and just take it slow to both avoid injury and realise small victories as I progressed. Today, I did half an hour on the elliptical, maintaining my heart rate at just over 140 BPM and then I did half an hour of weights (moderate weight/reps). I felt like a million bucks afterward. My energy levels are back up. I'm sleeping far better, my attitude is vastly improved, and I am far sharper, mentally. I will also say that I ascribe at least some of my improvement to the fact that I have been taking high-potency cayenne pepper in a little warm water and lemon juice twice a day for the last six months. Talk about leveling out my vascular system. It's awesome! You are bang on about sugar. Horrible/terrible stuff. A can of Coke has 39 grams of sugar - almost ten teaspoons of sugar. If someone saw you put half of that in a cup of coffee, they'd think you were insane. Yet, there are people out tere drinking several cans of pop (Canadianism)/soda a day. Crazy! Thnks so much for your videos. You're a gent. :-)
I gave up long time ago, smoking and drinking all day every day. But I miss that mental sharpness that exercise brought, it was far more important than body looks.
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BRAVO! I watch your videos everyday and find you to be an extraordinary young man in so many ways. I am around 29 years older than you however, I learn something every time I watch. I love your knowledge of watches and your taste and style. But what I find to be a breath of fresh air from this video and others are your values. I feel many people I meet at your age do not have what I would call "good values" In my heart and mind your values all add up to being a special person. I also have many health issues and I also lost a lot of weight 131lb/59kg and now feel so much better. I know the struggle well so, my hat is off to you for getting it done at such a young age. You are now and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers CHEERS, Kenny
Love to see your good friend Frederico pay homage to this video :)
Videos like this one help inspire viewers to go beyond the material aspects of sophistication to the core values that are a true indication of one's maturity. Thank you for putting this together with so much passion and honesty. Priceless stuff.
Thank you for this, TGV. I've just started looking at your videos from a while back.
Lately things have not gone smoothly in my life with my career and in other departments. I'm going to start right now (not tomorrow or later) to set up a routine no matter how that annoying lazy voice in my mind makes this excuse and that excuse, I'm doing it. I may not be able to control what happens outside of my skin, but I can and will have more control of what happens within.
Cheers!
Dear Tristano. I am of course watch enthusiast. My first watch was Victorinox Alpnach 🙂 I would like to tell that you opened my eyes about the watches and i am really glad what are you doing and what kind of person you are.
Unfortunately half year ago they cut me a tumour and found a melanoma cancer, now its spreads to the brain and on Monday i have a surgery and then continue my fight. If something will go wrong i just wanted to thank you what kind and gentleman person you are and that you changed my views on watches and lets say it how i feel it You changed my life to be a better person and a gentleman. (not that i wasn't :D) . And i would like to thank you for it. Please send me a lot of positive energy on Monday. Thank you bless you🙏🙏🙏
Great vid!!
I get what you say....
I was pretty big two years ago. Around 235lb, bench pressing 400lb at 45 years old.
Then, two motorcycle accidents in the same year got me demotivated. Just having to go through the whole thing again, to get back to what I was...
The pain lasted for a few months, and I couldn't do much. When I finally got back, I had lost weight, strength and muscle mass. And had gained some fat.
But I will get back to it, with cardio, which I haven't done since forever....
I was at the Paralympic Games twice this week, here in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. And that's when you realize that you really don't have any problems!!!
Any problem that you might have, anything that makes you complain, it's nothing compared to what they go through!!
That sure is a source of inspiration..... Like you said.... I can do it, so, why wouldn't I do it?
It was a great video. I hope you never have to get through that again!!
Best of luck!!
3 months ago, I could do about 3 pushups, I was morbidly obese (6'1"/263 pounds), I had high blood pressure and high cholesterol/triglycerides. Through diet change (not dieting), mild exercise (bad knees with one that has very little mobility), and a major attitude change, I've lost over 30lbs, brought my cholesterol from 275 to 135, lowered my blood pressure to normal and now feel better. My goal is another 25-30lbs weight loss and hopefully, a much longer life. I'm 56 yo and I'm hoping for another 30 years at least! Good for you for getting better and healthier. I love watching your videos. You're the best on TH-cam!
Such a good dude cheers TGV
Thank you Will, very kind of you to say :D
Best regards,
TGV
@The Urban Gentry , Thanks for making this video. I'm still struggling with my lungs after running into a my neighbor's house fire a year ago. I'm doing pulmonary rehab and Keto. It has helped a lot. Still a long way to go but it looks like there is light at the end of the tunnel. Your videos have helped my focus on watches during the hard times. Thanks for your hard work.
My respects, dear TGV. Highly motivating story, bravo, bravissimo! forza amici!
CSR.-
Mille grazie CSR!
Best regards,
TGV
TGV, it was the watches originally brought me to your channel, but it is your character that inspires me!
15:52 - 16:50 I find this very well-said and very motivational.
I am currently struggling to lose weight and I realize the hardest parts for me are the routine - I work with consulting and travel a lot, so its a bit hard to build a consistent routine - and to train my mind. Very inspiring man! I hope I can follow your steps!
Hang in there my friend, I am sure you can work something out, I know your pain, trying to find the time is one of the most difficult parts of it, keep it going my friend.
Best regards,
TGV
Well Said, many people take their health for granted. On day they wake up and there life is over. I struggle with my own will power, to easy to give in. I will use your adversity and determination as my motivation. If that's OK. Keep up the good work.
Continued luck and much success to you, sir.
My favorite video so far!!! All I can add is that body weight exercises and calisthenics are amazing for people who don't have access or can't afford a gym membership
It's a constant cycle for me. I put weight on, get a belly on me, I'll go balls out with cycling and weight training, get to nearly where I want to be then it's a slippery slope till I get pissed of again and so the cycle begins...
TGV old boy, I know this is an old video but it's the first time I've seen it. You should be very proud of yourself. To go from then to now takes a lot of courage not mention the pain and trauma. You are to be admired and even emulated. Good positive attitude. Keep the faith and stay the course. You've certainly given me a lot to apply to my own life.
Wishing and praying for the best of health! 🙌🏽
Thank you John, very kind indeed.
Best regards,
TGV
Same here. Same goes to you too, John
Great stuff to hear, TGV! You have a life full of lessons and you've been blessed to be able to connect with people and share what you've learned so that we can too! You're a great inspiration for many people.
Fredrico you watching?
Farhan Chowdhury that's so mean but pretty funny ngl
you savage AF
Holy cow
Farhan Chowdhury I was thinking the same thing but posting that is insensitive. I understand the two of them are friends and I hope that TGV will give Freddy some inspiration. Weight loss can be very hard for some people, I know as a 320 pound man who used to model for Versace. Let’s love each other and build eat other up with careful, gentle nudges to guide them to a better them.
When people ask me how I stay in shape, I tell them that whatever fitness plan they choose, be consistent over a long period of time. It's a lifestyle change, not a diet or occasional exercise, that will give lasting results in appearance and overall health. Thanks for this great message.
Damn dude, it seems like you've had every body physique possible lol. Glad to see you fought through everything and doing well.
Bravo, TGV! What an inspiring and continuing story. Nobody deserves anything. You get what you are given, but it's how you make the best of this that counts. Continuate cosi!
Oh I know the feeling I went from my maximum 5 years ago at 330 pounds to what I am now 125. Yes I am very small person. And kept it off! So I know what you have to go throu! Great video!
Wow! I went from 267 3 months ago to 217 now, still working on it, but damn... I have nothing on you!! Congrats!
Congrats!
Thank you TGV ! You don't know how much you helped me. I am going through a rough time as well and sometimes I just lose hope, but you made me to think again about the real purpose of life.
scar's are tattoos with a better story. live is a terminal disease, have fun till you can not anymore you will have all the time to rest later.
I have some scars for which I've been forced to make up stories. Just like what people do with tattoos.
You don't know how much you helped me. You were the person that motivated me 9 months ago to loose 44 lbs. When I started my journey I had 207 lbs, now I'm at 165 lbs and still going. I first started just with cardio for the first 3 months and then I moved to weight training. I just want to say that you are the person that inspired me to change my life, now I just can't imagine how my life would be without fitness. Thank you!
P.S. Sorry for my bad English :)
Whoa - was not expecting to hear The Last Shadow Puppets here, but I'm not complaining!
Great testimony, I started to dance like 3 months ago, and I lost like 10 kilograms, I feel better than ever. Go up and push yourself your innerself will thank you for it.
I really applaud this video, thank you so much for it.
You've really been through the mill with these operations, OMG!
My formal training was Anthropology.
Homo Sapiens developed as a scavenger. We are Omnivores, we can pretty much eat anything. But we were pretty crappy at hunting game, we didn't have the tools, or teeth for it.
My point is this, the human condition of day to day,...was one of constant hunger...with brief spats of gorging and fulfillment.
But "hunger" was our constant and normal condition.
So, in our modern society where we treat hunger as a condition to immediately erase and eliminate, we gain weight.
I feel that if we can condition our brain to accept the "hunger meme" as the NORMAL state, sort of reverse our tendency to quell the hunger, we will attain a healthier body.
Do I do this? Oh hell no, I love to eat and drink!
But your insights brought my comments to the surface.
Cheers.
Thank you so much sir.
Very insightful and I will certainly remember this.
Best regards,
TGV
Underrated comment. i have been taught since childhood to always eat when i was hungry. first world issue: i guess we never starve.
Since adulthood whenever i try to change my diet in order to lose weight, nothing works. When i learnt more about fasting and someones experience, hunger was seen as something to endure. it was like a lightbulb just switched on.
i cant lose weight if i always eat when hungry, as taught since childhood. and there is not much you can do to stop hunger without eating. in other words i MUST feel hungry when losing weight.
now there are always concerns when people fast and refuse to eat even when hungry. as long as you remain healthy and strong, being hungry is really fine. Change your diet to maintain your health, not to suppress hunger.
So i am going to comment on this 7 year old video today because still to this date it motivates me to look after my health and teaches me how to be grateful for the things i have! ❤
Great advice - I'm right there with you on cardio, absolutely! My thing is cycling - great workout, easy on the joints, get to see a lot, fresh air... I also can HIGHLY recommend martial arts such as Aikido - something I've been doing for many years. Besides all the other benefits the workouts are great. By the way keep these non-watch videos coming. I always enjoy them. It adds another dimension to your channel. Ciao, John
Just saw this video. Your inner strength and perseverance are something to behold. I have recently turned the corner on exercise and diet myself. Lost 19 lbs and am stuck there. This video will push me to the next 20-30 lbs I want to lose. Thank you TGV.
Great video. I really appreciate your spirit and positive outlook. Very inspirational. I really dig these videos interspersed with the watches. Best regards, ADM
Been watching your content for about a year now since I got into watches.the hole time I wouldn’t have guessed you have been threw so much health problems.you seem very fit n full off energy wow.sorry to hear what you been threw.very happy that you are doing much better now.ur a true champion always a gentleman to the top quality and such a positive person.hope you never have anymore problems in the future and keep your great work.you’ve change my perspective on life and watches.thank you.
Your video of the Seiko Alpenist is up on Massdrop as a sales promo for the watch
- very low metabolism
- loves to eat. ate almost all the time. eats fast
- gained lots of weight after quitting smoking
- struggling with depression and anger/temper
- doesn't want bulk just wants cardio/lean physique
- hates the gym
.etc etc
yeah this is basically me. quit smoking over a year ago and gained lots of weight between that and also depression with both covid and losing my father to cancer. really started to hit rock bottom recently and it finally gave me the push to make drastic changes in my daily life. i'm only a few days in so far but i do feel the momentum and drive is there this time (much like the day i decided to quit smoking cold turkey). doing mainly cardio (to improve stamina) and greatly reduced my food consumption and also started doing intermittent fasting which whenever i did always helped me feel more energized.
so far i'm very happy with my changes, and something i did notice which did not expect at all is because of my reduction of food (both portions and frequency) whenever it's time to eat, it's my favorite moment of the day. i take my time to really appreciate the food i'm eating (most of the time) because i know i can't just go eat something whenever i want. i think my relationship with food and exercise is the real problem. i have to shift my perceptions into a healthier mindset which thankfully is already happening.
thanks for sharing your experiences. i know this is 6 years later but i figured i'd share my own experience with you and anyone else who reads this.
Don't want you to ever be ill agian t g v I wait every day in till you have uploaded I have just seen this video you are such an unbelievable guy
Thank you Taylor, very kind of you to say.
Best regards,
TGV
I’m hoping you never have any lung problems again. I’ve been turning my life around with exercise, giving up soda, and eating much better. I still have problems when waking up in the early afternoon (I work overnight) and motivating myself to workout can be tough. I’m planning to retire this year at 49 years of age from the subway train system in Boston, MA. I’m sure I will work again within a few years but I really want to concentrate on my health first. I don’t have coffee every day but recently I’ve stopped adding sugar and find it tastes better without. I’m glad I watched this one for it was very inspirational all that you’ve gone through. As always I enjoy your watch content for you present yourself as an enthusiast with a refreshing outlook!!!! Cheers mate!!!!
Thanks for sharing TGV, the good Lord isn't ready for you yet. Count your blessings, and keep being positive, it's very therapeutic to me, and I'm sure many more of your subscribers.
By the way, what breed of dog do you have, and what's his name?
Best,
James
Major heart-attack survivor here. 13 years ago this month (August)!
So, yes, cardio!
Came across this nonchalantly looking for watch advice now I've got 2 bloody Seiko's 400 euros lighter in the pocket but what the hell TGV he's got the spirit of the dam busters .
Lol same here Mike....I've always liked watches but after watching this channel the dial has been turned up a lot and I've bought a nice Seiko and a cool G Shock just in the last 2 weeks.
for me the same,citizen promaster coming plus several others too
Kudos to you. Dropped over 100 pounds myself 4 years ago after I went into the emergency room thinking I had asthma and doctor told me I had congestive heart failure brought on by my weight and lifestyle. Told me I had to do something or I would be dead in 5 years. Keep the great vids coming!
WOW, thats tough man, you have my respect. Well, that was 4 years ago and you are talking to me know, keep up the good fight my friend. Thank you for sharing that, Onwards and upwards!
Best regards,
TGV
Well done for putting out some health awareness. Being a gentleman should also incorporate fitness. Both for physical - looking good in a shirt - and mental well-being.
I noticed that when I wanted a second helping of dinner, if I just waited 10 minutes after eating the first plate, the hunger feeling went away. Just give your body time to recognize that it's been fed. About half of the time I go to the gym, I really don't feel like going. Just don't think about it. Don't think about how much you don't want to go. Just go. Once you're there you feel better about going and once you're done with your workout, you're always always always happy you did it.
The three main areas of exercise that people should be aiming for is Flexibility, cardio and strength training.
Pilate/Yoga and Running/cycling would cover all those needs.
You're a true warrior my man. I genuinely look up to you so profoundly. Keep killing it, keep going. Sorry to hear about your unfortunate circumstances
I wish I could have a friend like him
Very kind of you to sharing this video, TGV. For me, I've struggled a long time of motivating myself to exercise. It's strange, because back in the days I used to play hockey for 8 years. I was in absolute tip top shape back then. But when I quit hockey at an age of 17, I went from having a life dominated by sports to nothing in terms of exercising. It was like night and day. Since then, motivation has been my nemesis. Until 2014 - when I discovered cross-country cycling. What really got me into it was because it's fun; when you're out in the trail you don't think of how hard and tired you are. It's such fun that you actually forget that you are training! Now I'm 24 and I'm happy that I got back to living an active and athletic life.
You should look into intermittent fasting, Tristano. "The small meals" thing is something I wouldn't wish upon my worst enemy. I'd rather eat nothing for 16 hours and then eat all my food in the remaining 8, or even 4 hours. But hey, there are many ways to create a calorie deficit. IF basically got rid of my cravings. I got more hunger pangs eating 5 times a day like most people than I do now, eating basically one giant meal and two smaller portions.
IF is a great tool and has multiple health benefits.
IF is awesome!
IF is not good in the long run.
smaller meals 5-6 times a day is great for bodybuilding
Started running and cycling since 2012. Never been better. Cycling 20h a week and eating a plant based diet, works the best for me! Keep up the good work, mate!!!
I have a slow metabolism. It's annoying because when trying to gain muscle, I also gain more fat. And if I am trying to lose fat, I lose more muscle.
too much sugar in the diet, go low carb and thank me later
Absolutely right
Low carb is for the devil
Chris Kohne pizza is love, pizza is life
Congratulations for your Perseverance, and Fortitude. "Onwards...and Upwards". I found your life and health challenges to be very similar to mine. After getting out of Grad School, I returned to New York... new suits...new briefcase...the World at my feet. On my way to a meeting... I had difficulty breathing... everything went dark from the pain... and 10 hours later... I woke up in the hospital connected to several machines ; a ruptured intestine. These experiences remind us... that if we have the time to enjoy a fine meal... a beautiful watch... appreciate a nice briefcase... or just go for a walk... all else is secondary. God Bless... and Best of Health.
im watching this while eating peanuts. guilty
Just stumbled onto one of your old videos about weight loss and fitness, and more importantly about the discipline and inner strength "That separates the men from the boys". This might be the best video you ever posted.
"More happier"? Since you're a Brit I thought you'd know "happier" is enough, you don't need the "more".
LOL, forgive me, english is not my first language.
Thank you,
Best regards,
TGV
A brilliant thought - provoking video,love the yellow writing paper and Parker jotter,never change it!
number 4 sleep
You make some great points in this video. The connection between good exercise and good mental health is an undiscovered truth for many and largely ignored by modern medicine . I need outside time every day to feel good and a long brisk walk always improves my outlook on the day. Your advice is spot on as usual.
Smoking is good for you. Doctors from the 1950s said so.
Sam Field so was blood letting in medieval times
16:43 "Your dedication, your commitment, and consistency has to be fundamental".... the key to success for sure...priceless!
I got myself fit after years of bad living. Then I hurt both my knees when doing a football coaching course. After a few months my knees have got good enough that I can exercise again but my motivation was gone. This video has given me the impetus to get on down the gym again. Many thanks TGV. I hope you're well and able to get exercising very soon!
WOW...I have seen and enjoyed many of your videos, but this by far was my favorite. You watch a person on TH-cam and after a while you have these preconceived ideas of what they are like, the lifestyle they live. I don't know where the hell I'm going with this but to say God Bless you and your attitude towards life as well as your passion for it. I do pray that this last procedure was the last you have to endure and I thank you for sharing this video and the struggles you have overcome...it is very inspirational.
I actually quitted smoking with the beginning of this year, almost 4 months in now! Also started lifting a bit and reorientated my whole life. Will definetly keep on that path now, it really makes you feel a lot better. Thanks TGV.
DAMN that second picture, it's like you're another human being! Congrats on getting into the shape you feel comfortable with! I hope the lung issue will stop interfering with your life, wishing you all the best and sending you strength!
Haha, thank you Philip, to be honest, I feel like another person now.
Best regards,
TGV
Man, I applaud you! I was 70 lbs overweight, and after losing it, I got into rugby, and became a personal trainer. It’s crazy to see your transformation and here your story!
Chronic recurring spontaneous pneumothorax. Very painful and discouraging for many who have this condition. Your positive attitude has helped you more than most would realize! Keep up the good work! You have and will touch a lot of people out there and give them encouragement! I plan on passing much of your advice to people I see. Like your hobby....You "Take a licking and keep on ticking!"
I also was heart sick lost almost 20 kilos dident workout for 1 year now its been 2 years and i just started to work out hard again ! All the strenght to us who have been on the bottom and keept on fighting 🙏🏻
kudos to you - these problems that seem so unfortunate - built you the will and gave you the opportunity to really "live" , more than many of us, in seemingly good health, that take things for granted and "travel" through life with closed eyes, many times ...
Good stuff Tristano - I agree - I train an hour and a half every day, never give in to the weak side! Have done so for 20 years now. Great video :) Best wishes I hope your health holds up for the longest time!
Good for you Simon! Thank you for the well wishes, greatly appreciated.
Best regards,
TGV
Thank you for sharing your story. I quit smoking a few years ago, which is the best thing I have done for myself as an adult ( and I am pushing 50 now ). No real surprise, I have put some weight on since quitting. I am planning on working on that this summer.
first of all I want to express my admiration to your tast and choice of clours of your watch strap. I don't actually make comments on youtube, this is my very frist time to comment on a video. I am a new subscriber to your channel, I watched like 10 videos or more. but this one really touched me, I am a pulmonologist and I know your pain, I guess your are talking a bout a repeated spontaneous pneumothorax condition. I really admire your soul, determination to go on, you not only explained how to be fit and healthy, but you explained the core fact of how to succeed in life. I like your style, your passion, your tast, your videos intros, the WWCs. you inspires me. thank you
Dear sir, I am a physician, namely surgeon . everything you say is correct. As you know I experience a very stressful job. First thing is to start sports. Second you have to be attentive about bodyshape changes going on. After that you have to be careful about diet. You may eat everything but in rationale proportions. And not last be friend with fasting. This whole story and frenzie is a mental thing. As a watch aficionado I amnvery proud to share experiences with everyone who is concerned. Alex
You are absolutely right about it being all in the mind.....stopped drinking 25 yrs ago, stopped smoking after doing it 20 yrs and this last year I've gotten off my ass and dropped 75 lbs and unfortunately still have a bit to go but I will definitely be back in great shape by summer. Been watching your channel for the last 2 weeks and I must say it's been a real breath of fresh air. Love love love the channel brother, becoming my favorite channel so keep up the good work.
I am in better shape now, at 41, than I have been in my whole life. I was a warehouse worker for roughly 20 years, but now I just do more yoga. My wife and I have just started push ups believe it or not. I am down to 162. My goal is to be this in shape the rest of my life. The days that I don't want to do yoga are the days when I get the most out of it. I have tendonitis in my left knee, so getting through pain, I get it. Winter is tough for me. I don't take pain medicine, because they aren't good for the body. Yoga helps with breathing and pain release.
Wow, I had no idea about your health problems TGV. Just came across this video but I've watched loads of your watch related vids which I really enjoy. Very sensible advice. One of the things I enjoy about your videos is your enthusiasm and positivity, so I was shocked to hear your past problems. Keep up the good work, be healthy, be happy and take care.
This is inspirational! and to see you come back and grow your you-tube channel so big ... you have my respect, sir!
Thank you so much my friend.
Best regards,
TGV