Road to the Arnold - 2019 - Ray Williams

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  • @Meaderelle
    @Meaderelle 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1777

    Am I the only person that notices these power lifters, and world strongest men competitors are way more humble and chill than other average celebrities?

    • @CJ95ZZ
      @CJ95ZZ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +145

      John Mead they’re objectively judged. The numbers don’t lie. So they can’t feed their ego. That’s why I like athletes from number sports like track, lifting, rowing, etc. other sports, there’s always an excuse when comparing results.

    • @Agnes135
      @Agnes135 5 ปีที่แล้ว +88

      That's because they aren't celebrities lmao

    • @paulop3730
      @paulop3730 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@Agnes135 If they are well known enough and are good at what they do surely there a celebrity.

    • @Meaderelle
      @Meaderelle 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

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      Yea. You’re smart

    • @garysnow3526
      @garysnow3526 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      John Mead moo yeah, I've noticed that too.

  • @liampickering8901
    @liampickering8901 5 ปีที่แล้ว +827

    Tyron Woodley before a weight cut

    • @joeyo3386
      @joeyo3386 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Liam Pickering leave woodley outta this 😂😂😂😂

    • @CluedUp23
      @CluedUp23 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Snap exactly what I was thinking

    • @richardcopersroommate8928
      @richardcopersroommate8928 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Liam Pickering more like dc 2 days after moving up to heavyweight

    • @liampickering8901
      @liampickering8901 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@joeyo3386 couldn't help it man, first thing that popped in my head 😂

    • @joshthomas4142
      @joshthomas4142 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s fuckin funny

  • @matthewpille
    @matthewpille 5 ปีที่แล้ว +538

    Very down to earth, love this guy.

    • @riesenesel176
      @riesenesel176 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @Life is Peachy No, not in the IPF and Ray is a much better squater.

    • @riesenesel176
      @riesenesel176 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Life is Peachy Ray is an IPF Lifter and is testet in a competition and is squating in sleeves, you know nothing about powerlifting.

    • @DonnieBrasco-dy9yd
      @DonnieBrasco-dy9yd 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@riesenesel176 You're a fucking moron if you think it matters that they're tested. Do you know how easy it is to pass those tests? Do you honestly believe Ray isn't on steroids? Lmao!

    • @nikolaslavov3498
      @nikolaslavov3498 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      He most likely is. But the only lift he competes and gets massive numbers in is the squat. The bench and DL not so much. Thor wouldn't be able to beat Ray's squat record imo. I think it is 529 kg.

  • @bluedogguy
    @bluedogguy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +356

    Wish nothing but the best for this guy. Hope he gets more and more from life.

    • @Re3iRtH
      @Re3iRtH 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      how long do you think he's going to live with a 50-inch waist, diabetes, and being morbidly obese? High bone density and muscle mass won't save him.

    • @burning_buddha
      @burning_buddha 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Re3iRtH how do you know he has diabetes

    • @Re3iRtH
      @Re3iRtH 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@burning_buddha He has all the associations/risk factors for diabetes. walks like a duck, quacks like a duck..

    • @burning_buddha
      @burning_buddha 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Re3iRtH you mean his overweight etc ?

    • @Re3iRtH
      @Re3iRtH 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@burning_buddha Yes, his weight and waist circumference. Even if he has more muscle than the average 400 lb dude, that is not enough to prevent diabetes. He may be pre-diabetic now but by the time he's 40 he will definitely be diabetic.

  • @NickWright
    @NickWright 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Such clean filming. Would love to see more of this with Ray.

  • @JdSpoof
    @JdSpoof 5 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Ray Williams is the role model every young man needs. Came from poverty, found his focus and succeeded where countless others have failed. He’s not a victim and blames no one else. He succeeds or fails based on his actions, not those of others.

  • @joostroks
    @joostroks 5 ปีที่แล้ว +249

    Now every vid just starts with them cooking some eggs 😂

    • @bmstylee
      @bmstylee 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Forgot the eggs. The bacon!

  • @balkamp8888
    @balkamp8888 5 ปีที่แล้ว +216

    It's good to see Ray William Johnson keeping busy after getting out of youtube
    Seriously though, this guy's is insanely strong

    • @wasabiemans
      @wasabiemans 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Lmao I don't know if a lot of people will get this

    • @giovannipozzetti573
      @giovannipozzetti573 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@wasabiemans ikr

    • @TheSunMoon
      @TheSunMoon 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lel what i imagined too!

    • @SkooterMagooter
      @SkooterMagooter 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lmaooo

    • @fxttcyfarhbst1172
      @fxttcyfarhbst1172 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I get it & im glad I’m not the only one lmaoo

  • @robertrodriguez6764
    @robertrodriguez6764 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    "I just want to beat the best version of myself" spoken like a true powerlifter

  • @ozzy1280
    @ozzy1280 5 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    Ray is an absolute beast. Cant wait for the rest of series, keep them coming rogue !!!

  • @powerliftingbasement2464
    @powerliftingbasement2464 5 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    “Rest, and feed the machine” love it!

  • @benclark1376
    @benclark1376 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    “Rest and feed the machine” amen to that.

  • @NathanMcKitrick
    @NathanMcKitrick 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ray is an incredible athlete and a humble man. A true champion. I'd say he's the Paul Anderson of our time, and I hope to shake his hand one day.

  • @Madeyoulook123
    @Madeyoulook123 5 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    3:36 when someone asks what you’re doing over the weekend

  • @aaronorrantia8263
    @aaronorrantia8263 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely admire his dedication to training. Probably doesn’t make that much money based on the looks of his home, yet makes his body a priority. Mad respect.

  • @pwynes51
    @pwynes51 5 ปีที่แล้ว +305

    the way he said "my man" confused me at first..

  • @JustAMech
    @JustAMech 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I work at the same school as Ray, he's a huge (no pun intended) inspiration for any powerlifter, you don't have to be TH-cam famous or a fitness model to be one of the best in the world! I know he's gonna kill it at the Arnold and I wish him the best of luck! C/F17

  • @seanmagnusson2581
    @seanmagnusson2581 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    So good that they got Olu on here as well

  • @sudhirjoshi8888
    @sudhirjoshi8888 5 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    Olu from Brian Alsruhe's gym?

  • @yuo1402
    @yuo1402 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This dude is a beast. Very motivational. I hope he does well at the Arnold.

  • @skoomskaa
    @skoomskaa 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this brother. I follow him on instagram and he's one of the most humble guys I've seen. Ridiculously strong too. I wish they would have shown him deadlifting. The speed that his deadlifts come off the ground is insane. I hope he does well at the Arnold.

  • @israelolmos8846
    @israelolmos8846 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love these rougue videos that show the best powerlifters in short, but full videos definitely makes me excited for the Arnold coming up

  • @mrguystarr
    @mrguystarr 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good luck Ray... you got a new fan.

  • @Peenurpool
    @Peenurpool 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude this was very inspiring!! Makes me want to get off my ass and get back into being strong and healthy again... watching this gives me a feeling that having to start over and work thru the obstacles in my way is something that I can do, and can be done. Hearing you say where you’ve come from and all the negativity you’ve smashed thru makes me happy for you and I hope to do the same. Thanks for telling your story man 👍

  • @thunderbirdstsa6013
    @thunderbirdstsa6013 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ray if you are reading this - you are one awesome, awesome person.
    Salute!

  • @jamienyeste5438
    @jamienyeste5438 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    "I didnt know I was poor till people told me" that's a seriously enlightened phrase. Never knew I loved this guy until now

    • @DonnieBrasco-dy9yd
      @DonnieBrasco-dy9yd 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, I've only heard that a thousand times, lol...

  • @MorethanGUNZ
    @MorethanGUNZ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very humble person, hope he continues to do well in the sport.

  • @QuickQuake73
    @QuickQuake73 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I liked this guy from when he hit the spotlight but this video makes me love him. What a genuine guy!

  • @evilldead6824
    @evilldead6824 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The strongest man doesn't always win the meet the smartest does..... PREACH!

  • @ThomasCarlotto
    @ThomasCarlotto 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Very inspiring dude

  • @NuQM5
    @NuQM5 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This Man right here are my most inspirational motivation ever😭

  • @cbsmitty7281
    @cbsmitty7281 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I like the Mans attitude.. Seems to be humble with, Samson strength.. Rock on man.. 👍👍

  • @nmarty1122
    @nmarty1122 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a humble, nice and down to earth guy. Great for the sport.

  • @youtubeconnollyfamily
    @youtubeconnollyfamily 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s why I’m glad you do these videos. Because I have never heard of this guy. But now I will be keeping a eye out for him.

  • @Warren698
    @Warren698 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an incredible inspiration - 'I just wanna beat myself, I wanna be the best version of me'

    • @krigarebotkyrka2916
      @krigarebotkyrka2916 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      'I just wanna beat myself, I wanna BEAT the best version of me'

  • @IsaacAsante17
    @IsaacAsante17 5 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    He can't be bothered with what anyone else has to say.

  • @aprilstephen09
    @aprilstephen09 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    more please Ray is the best.

  • @joshuabrown9398
    @joshuabrown9398 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Rogue is smashing these road to arnold vids. The Mateusz kieliszkowski, the 500kg deadlift vid and now this.
    Strength sports getting big

  • @DrussQuinn
    @DrussQuinn 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Incredibly humble person

  • @pedrocarvalhobass
    @pedrocarvalhobass 5 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Ray Williams is doing Arnold? oh i WANT to see this, most competitive Arnold yet!

    • @hreidarhreidara161
      @hreidarhreidara161 5 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      he is competing in powerlifting at the Arnold not strongman

    • @D9Wx
      @D9Wx 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hreidarhreidara161 ah damn

    • @Fortress333
      @Fortress333 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hreidarhreidara161 Yes, but during the rest periods he's doing the strongman stuff :)

    • @DonnieBrasco-dy9yd
      @DonnieBrasco-dy9yd 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Fortress333 No, dumbass.

  • @gloryrod86
    @gloryrod86 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm a simple man, I see Olu I like the video

  • @ClaimhSolaris
    @ClaimhSolaris 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    A man who appreciates a freshly cooked batch of bacon like that deserves all the love and respect in this world.

  • @garysnow3526
    @garysnow3526 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm loving this road to series.

  • @jefferylord3068
    @jefferylord3068 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    ill always root for this guy strong but also humble.

  • @bigstew0369
    @bigstew0369 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    love this this guy! Need more videos of him!

  • @ClicClikBang
    @ClicClikBang 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I met Ray Williams a couple years ago. He is so nice.

  • @SFRB1187
    @SFRB1187 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video, and kudos for showing Olu as well!

  • @ihswap
    @ihswap 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wanted a strongman video but oh man it's Ray Williams so I ain't complaining about 👌

  • @kevinnahai924
    @kevinnahai924 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a G. Such an Inspiration

  • @mar779c
    @mar779c 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this guy. Everything, we should all aspire to be.

  • @rwctrumpet
    @rwctrumpet 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I could only imagine having Ray Williams as a strength coach. Those guys at the junior college sure hit the jackpot

  • @immortalocelot
    @immortalocelot 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This hit me right in the feels.

  • @superw0okie
    @superw0okie 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Respect such a inspiring story.

  • @corason4444
    @corason4444 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You know what? This guy he is awesome! This guy is the favorite of mine on Arnold's event. The man from the people!

  • @TankHandy
    @TankHandy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Maryland represent stand up!!!

  • @davidabfox
    @davidabfox 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing story and very humble!! When you blow up always remember where you came from my man.

  • @dariophotography7169
    @dariophotography7169 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing guy and a true Champion

  • @dogcatdogable
    @dogcatdogable 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Imagine Ray fucking Williams being your college football strength coach

  • @elevendaysback3974
    @elevendaysback3974 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lets go big baby! Beast mode all day everyday. Good luck Ray!

  • @vce8254
    @vce8254 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is great bro keep up the awesome work

  • @Belerand317
    @Belerand317 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a fuckin' tank. Love this guy's spirit. You can tell he has a lot of knowledge and wisdom. Just a couple of training sessions with the guy would be so beneficial.

  • @laurenceanyomi-smith443
    @laurenceanyomi-smith443 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude is an inspiration

  • @vikinglord6408
    @vikinglord6408 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This man played for the same college football team I’m playing for right now. UTM Skyhawks

  • @georgewallace8933
    @georgewallace8933 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    how come most of these roghue videos are cut off at the top? was the same with mateusz

  • @so_mississippib2013
    @so_mississippib2013 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bring that trophy home champ!! Let's Go

  • @demonzx6279
    @demonzx6279 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of the realest statements came outta that legends mouth right at the end of that video 🙏🏽

  • @Adventureswithmike1
    @Adventureswithmike1 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm looking forward to seeing you Compete I'll be rooting for you

  • @jeffevans3521
    @jeffevans3521 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm a fan. Keep up the hard work. Got get 'em!

  • @dustinkrecklow8102
    @dustinkrecklow8102 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love Ray, been following him on IG for a little while now, seems like a really cool dude.

  • @niallschiefler8636
    @niallschiefler8636 5 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    How can you judge a squat when the lifter is too thicc to hit depth?

    • @DixonDeadlifts
      @DixonDeadlifts 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      The hip crease has to go below the knee.
      That’s it.

    • @boulderthefat154
      @boulderthefat154 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hips bellow knees / parallel to at the very least you've also got 3 judges from different angles.

  • @MrPutYouOn247
    @MrPutYouOn247 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Rooting for ya big fella!

  • @tobiasmattsson7
    @tobiasmattsson7 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How come i've never heard or even seen this man before?

  • @GS-go9qq
    @GS-go9qq 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Seems like a really down to earth guy. Salute.

  • @GRIMREAPER-xi3nj
    @GRIMREAPER-xi3nj 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    wow awsome dude! i want to see more of this dude

  • @GD-my5hm
    @GD-my5hm 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this guy

  • @captainobscurity491
    @captainobscurity491 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ray Williams almost makes Olu look small. Absolute unit.

  • @captainhindsight8604
    @captainhindsight8604 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Since Vince ain’t here, I’d like to offer Ray Williams a WWE contract!

  • @maxyoung5428
    @maxyoung5428 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Rogue need to do more of these👌

  • @ShreddedBeast
    @ShreddedBeast 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Strong 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💪💪💪

  • @jetfan123444
    @jetfan123444 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    1. Good for you RAY. Keep up the good work!
    2. GOD will Bless you!

  • @kaibahseto
    @kaibahseto 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    God bless ya Ray. Keep up the good work.

  • @l33tpie
    @l33tpie 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    love that music. Sounds like something out of the 5th element.

  • @depravedregime5288
    @depravedregime5288 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very Inspiring, good luck at the Arnold!

  • @bossman6449
    @bossman6449 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great story very humble guy👌🏾

  • @Guiguikaw
    @Guiguikaw 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a strong man

  • @damianfratczak7856
    @damianfratczak7856 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What you mean not a strongest person wins. This is literally the most important factor in this competition.

  • @deepchandpinnaka3078
    @deepchandpinnaka3078 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    32 years young 👌

  • @rimmon09
    @rimmon09 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    When is this competition??

  • @抖音一切关于香港台湾
    @抖音一切关于香港台湾 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have my big respect.

  • @nickq4554
    @nickq4554 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    True inspiration

  • @MrCwb22
    @MrCwb22 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very cool to see Olu on here!!

  • @bret7786
    @bret7786 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    👏👏👏 UTM TN! Do it!

  • @paulsmith1768
    @paulsmith1768 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ray Williams!

  • @joshuamaddox816
    @joshuamaddox816 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bro you strong asf keep pushing to greatness 💯💪

  • @arimadx
    @arimadx 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Damn man! Those are some SERIOUS squat numbers!

  • @KeeganVera
    @KeeganVera 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your awesome Ray!!

  • @Plpr00
    @Plpr00 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    How can I watch the arnold classic online?

  • @trevino37
    @trevino37 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just wondering at what point does steroids come into play? Eating, resting and putting your time in is always mentioned but steroids is left out. Yes - you still have to work hard with steroids but without it, you can’t stay competitive at that level. So again, at what point or weight does steroids come in to continue the gains?

  • @swolepatrol5436
    @swolepatrol5436 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Good luck bro at the Arnold

  • @yidy1
    @yidy1 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great guy!