Asking People To Do 2 Pull Ups | Who Wins - The Gym Or McDonalds?

[@MarkLewisfitness]

Complete the survey… after watching this do you want to start doing pullups or order a burger? 😂

[@SuperYtc1]

Haven’t seen it yet. Currently my answer is “both”. I’ll see if it changes after I watch the vid later. 😃

[@bike314]

I did 2 pull ups... Then ate a burger

[@mbolden393]

One pull up is my long term goal, building arm muscles and losing weight for a few weeks so I can raise my fat arse 😆

[@deelitedmanchester4302]

Still at the beginner stage, epic at just hanging there, not so great at the gaining altitude stage. Also exemplary at plummeting off the bar when done hanging around. 😁

[@pl4free]

I already ate 2,5 burgers today (self-made, not Maccas), so I'll take the pull-ups. Which I'll do tomorrow in the gym anyway :))

[@jamiepike6909]

Outside your local pub at kick out time would be a great video.

[@Corrupted-file]

True; but the injury toll would be tremendous. 😅

[@jamiepike6909]

@@Corrupted-file that’s why it Would be so watchable🫣

[@InfernalPasquale]

I'd imagine there would be vomit involved as well 😅

[@jamiepike6909]

@@InfernalPasquale security would be needed for sure👌

[@gm2407]

Excuse me mate you want to win £20 for 2 pullups. "I'll do twenty for £200" Stuck on the 1st, mates taking the proverbial out of them.

[@him050]

This video is more important than most will think. People see the influencers they follow warming up on bench press with 100kg as if that’s normal. Being able to bench 100kg puts you into the top 1% of the population in terms of strength. It’s not normal. But social media makes people think they’re weak if they can’t do it.

[@ithinkthereforeitalk935]

Well, if you regularly go to the gym for a couple of years and train there instead of watching KZbin it's kinda normal and expected of you. Nothing crazy about benching this weight. Most people cannot do that cause they don't want to not because it's that hard.

[@carlverve3480]

@@ithinkthereforeitalk935 Absolutely missed the point there mate.

[@halley4032]

@@carlverve3480 Certainly did, oh well, never mind

[@liamc7097]

Maybe try thinking *before* you talk ​@@ithinkthereforeitalk935

[@ellieban]

I needed this today. Yesterday I ran a 1hr 29 10K, came third from last, and was pipped to the finish by the winner of the half marathon that was happening at the same time. It’s easy to take away from that that I’m a terrible runner, and maybe I am, but I’m a runner, and that on its own is more than most.

[@chrisbtoo]

Keep it up!

[@tobyk8125]

Run your own race. Anyone who matters will respect you.

[@triciaseddon4301]

I wish I could run like you, I've never even attempted to run 10k. Well done 👏 keep running ❤

[@thedolenorway]

Great job! Everyone has to start somewhere. Some take their start point as a confirmation that it isn't for them, others take it as a challenge to improve.

[@Joe_Bandit]

If you can run 10k you're awesome and in a tiny elite percentage of the population

[@mradelphi02]

“Easiest £20 you’ve made…I hope”. Hahaha

[@MarkLewisfitness]

I’ve watched too many gGuy Ritchie movies 😂 everyone’s on the take 😂

[@ocbyn]

@@MarkLewisfitness That was a class joke after you said you could not think of any👍👍

[@chairmanmeow1875]

Well said Mark. The "I'm inadequate at the gym" fear is a real phobia for some. Thank you

[@julianpenfold1638]

100% - I have just been on a holiday resort for while, mainly shall we say people of below average fitness. I was in the gym on the resort most days, usually empty, doing a decent workout and feeling "fit" - then one day I hit the gym at a busy time and the small % of the people staying at the resort who were quite fit all seemed to be in the gym that day, and all seemed to be stronger than me!

[@dad4x4adventures8]

Absolute legend Mark! Your sense of humor dealing with the public was as great as your sense of humor alone in your pain cave!! As someone who regularly was at the gym but due to circumstances have turned into a McDonalds connoisseur, your channel is great motivation to get up and do 2 pull-ups!

[@allonsyuk]

In my 60th year on this planet I sometimes get depressed that I'll never be as fast cycling or running or bench press as much as I could when I was 30 but your channel cheers me up. I am at least a minute a mile slower running than when I was 50 and my 5k now is nearly 8 minutes slower than when I was 30. I am similarly way slower on a bike. I realise, as I think you do too , that you can't compete against your younger self...and you shouldn't... but compared to the rest of the world I think we are doing ok. My Garmin reckons I'm Excellent vo2 running and Superior vo2 still for cycling for my age. Many studies show great increase in life expectancy for keeping fit. You don't need to keep winning races. You just need to see your grandkids grow up. I had a MacD's 2 weeks ago for the first time in years and felt proper ill next day! I worry that our health system is gonna explode in a few years.

[@rabihhawwa1970]

What a nice message to send out. Been loving the wisdom you've been sharing in the last few videos, helps put things into a nicer perspective. Thank you!

[@Stu_2112]

A much-needed perspective in this insane world.

[@IainThacker]

Been working on pullups with my PT for a long while now. I can still remember the feeling of, having spent ages working on eccentrics, managing a single pullup. Next week I managed two and a few months later 3 sets of 5. Of all the health related things I've managed post-50, that's probably my proudest gym one.

[@v1mja]

Ran my first 100k ultra yesterday. Inspired by your ultra videos. Can't walk today, litterally crawling around my appartment on all four. 😅 Totally worth it though!

[@MarkLewisfitness]

You’re welcome 😂

[@marcobach]

Congrats! That’s on my to do list still - also inspired by Mark’s videos. I hope to run a (fast-ish) marathon in September and I’m looking to tackle 100k next year.

[@Enoch-Root]

Awesome, how long did that take you? I want to do a 100k trail ultra during winter as there's one held here, think it has a 24 hour time limit so should be fairly easy even with the mountains.

[@v1mja]

@@Enoch-Root This one was fairly flat. Only 750m up and down. Took me 16.5 hours 😅

[@Corrupted-file]

Im not sure what’s more impressive about the last guy; him banging out 2 with ease, or how he keeps his hat from falling off the back of his head. Either way; props to him, because his adorable little girl got motivated, and couldn’t wait to try. Happy meal, well deserved. 🤘🏼

[@steff8069]

you know I started doing park runs 6 weeks ago and have increased my time by 3 minutes already. And they are the greatest most welcoming crowd

[@natacus2007]

Was barely able to do half a chin up last year, steady slow effort, did 4 yesterday in gym. This channel is like a rudder in fitness, showing and helping me stay focused on small gains to get above average. Thanks! Looking forward to my €20

[@brianjorgensen3981]

Above average insights, above average motivation, above average KZbin channel. Thanks for all of it, Mark!

[@FlickyBeanss]

just love the positive message you share with people Mark. Your excelent humour and people skills makes this type of video work well.

[@kebabimpaler]

The special mention for the triers hits really hard. Great message.

[@Halsemus]

respect to all the people trying!

[@MarkLewisfitness]

👍🏼

[@Shopbobby]

Great video, really highlights being slower at parkrun does not make you slow! Just being there makes you much much much better than average

[@TheTiagofo]

The last guy surprise me!

[@Corrupted-file]

Absolutely

[@MarkLewisfitness]

He was my favourite 😂

[@MisterCynic18]

Hidden old guy strength, a classic

[@charlesbrown4941]

Extra bag weight as well.

[@kerrynball2734]

Fitness is 90% brain 10% body..... the sooner you realise it the better your success at it. Mark is a great teacher of it.

[@vong4518]

Your metaphor of this video is spot on… I went on my first 5k race ever, and stuck myself on the backend of the ”fast”

[@jorgecadette1127]

Absolutely brilliant video. Laughed throughout 😂

[@dan..........]

The "go, go, go, go" sounds identical to the COD 4 guy when you do the very first mission in the shooting range, the one who also says "flash bang through the door"

[@TH4TGUYGREG]

Mark your ability to mock people and keep them happy is admirable 😂 - great video mate!

[@MarkLewisfitness]

It’s a skill 😂

[@jeremiahjahn]

Now I don't feel bad after offering my family to $40 to do 2 pull ups. This has been a standing offer at our house for over a year now. Out of 4 kids, only the 8 year old daughter has succeeded. She'll feel great about herself after having watched this video. thanks again.

[@nicholkid]

Finally I feel like an athlete, since I can do 3 strict pullups 💪

[@MarkLewisfitness]

Crushing it 💪

[@Corrupted-file]

“Did we spend the rest on McDonalds, of course not…yes we did.” 😂

[@htownblue11]

Mark you are hilarious when working the public. Always a fun journey with a grounded fitness message behind it when you post. You taking that 10 pound chip was sneaky funny.

[@MarkLewisfitness]

I can tolerate the public once a month at most - so don’t get too used to these 😂

[@chiangui24]

Last year I decided to start working on my pull ups after getting in shape and realizing I could actually do one. I've gone from being able to do maybe 3 last June, to doing close to 3 sets of 10 (10-10-8) after about 8 months. As with most things, if you work on it consistently and incrementally, you will be surprised by how far you can get no matter where your starting point may have been.

[@MannBazza]

Great idea. Well executed. Awesome banter. One of your best yet, Mark! 👏🏻👏🏻

[@Krissy_888]

Darcy the other little girl was a great example of the spirit we all need to reclaim as adults! And ideally in fun cute outfits 💙💗

[@MarkLewisfitness]

Absolutely right 🙏

[@choochoo9506]

I am NOT the only one yelling "GO DARCY, GO!!!!" at my computer...

[@MarkLewisfitness]

😂 👏

[@SkyGirl5]

I love how positive and encouraging this was! I can do 2...but only if i can "cheat" and not lock my arms out in between. I'm going to keep working on that :)

[@ericaabbott2711]

I just did a half marathon on Saturday. I did not do nearly as well as I had planned for. I ended up finishing in the bottom third of runners. You're right though, the bottom third is significantly more than what most people can do.

[@EversonBernardes]

Bottom third would safely put you in the top 2% of the population.

[@philiproy9981]

Very nice, Mark. It's faith healing to see social media posts designed to help people feel better about themselves.

[@bevangarner]

You really are such a funny bloke!!! One of KZbin’s finest!!

[@benspringett3955]

good concluding message in here. keep the content coming Mark!

[@liamc7097]

You were very generous with that money. So many weren't strict pullups!

[@kenfreeman8888]

Great perspective on perspective. Thanks for another fun and inspiring video

[@randomg-gmodnar]

A great message at the end. Such a good perspective.

[@shocks123]

Bless, I love it how it surprises people when they cant do one...

[@alicejwho]

This was really fun to watch, and I liked the points you made at the end. Also, you're very funny!

[@GregSimpsonPRman]

Fantastic point about how social media feeds distort your reality Mark. Important stuff. 💪

[@gempjef1635]

wow... a very entertaining video to watch AND with a brilliant life lesson at the end to tie it all together. well done mate, one a sidenote thank you for introducing me to parkrun im forever gratefull.

[@Mclovinthedank]

I found your videos because of cycling. And I am someone who always strives to be above average and then continue to push myself to a point where doing said activity, isn't even fun anymore. Thanks for making me take a look at what I am doing, and stop being so OCD and enjoy it!

[@goodgegoodge101]

£10 effort prize is the cutest 🥲

[@saracenranger887]

I really enjoyed this video. I do pull ups a lot as they help with so many of my hobbies and between running and press upstoo I've found them a great way to keep a decentish shape..... I've found you very Inspirational on my fitness journey. Thanks mate😊

[@chiekohoki]

Love this video and especially the message at the end! Well done!

[@tpaddock891]

Mark is the most sensibly motivational guy on YT.

[@MarkLewisfitness]

Yes. But the bar is set low 😂

[@kellyrodgers9326]

I’m gonna start working on a pull up. See if I can work up from zero to 2. Another great video Mark. Thanks for the motivation.

[@coenicorn]

"more than 2, showing off, you win nothing" best part of this challenge 😂

[@HarryVerolme]

Love your videos, Mark. Great interaction with the kids as well.

[@gazev9691]

Always great content and always a great message. Absolutely love the channel 👍👍

[@sensam6155]

Very interesting video, Mark! Perhaps you could do a video showcasing the difference between elite athletes in their 40's and beyond, vs recreational athletes in the same age group, vs sedentary people in the same age group.

[@typicalstyle]

Thanks Mark - I needed to hear this today!!!

[@markgriffiths409]

Glad you got back to the above average theme, love this 😎❤️👍

[@andrewzach1921]

One of my proudest moments was being able to do a pull up in my fifties when i wasn't able to do one when i was younger. I was able to get to ten at my best. Thanks for the video Mark

[@MeriaDuck]

Am very close to 49, hope to be able to do one before fifty...

[@andrewzach1921]

@@MeriaDuck good luck. I was surprised one day when I tried and I was able to pull myself up for the first time

[@mauricetremblay1324]

I will have to try that today. Great initiative!

[@Journeyoflee]

This is gold - Mark you would make an excellent salesman - this video had everything 👍🏻👍🏻 “do you want a chip “ course he’s having a chip 💨. Mark this is genuinely one of the best challenge videos I’ve ever seen - all the best mate 💪👊👍🏻🤣😀

[@siropa22]

That one guy had the best beavis and butthead hair.

[@piratepress6958]

Very entertaining video with a great message at the end!

[@leonardfairground5937]

Great message at the end. Well done, Mark. 👍

[@chance123575]

Such an important conclusion to this one 👏👏👏

[@GunnerGetYa]

Good message, thanks Mark 👏 👍

[@jordanarcher5899]

As always great video, even better message. I'm Loving it

[@Anders11J]

With Nick Symmonds off the net this is a great space to fill for your content.

[@lucyreed2432]

Briliant! Love the channel Mark. Fabulous entertainment and motivation.....

[@tommytp85]

Brilliant. All about perspective. I'm constantly thinking i'm not fit enough,( I run ParkRun in about 20 mins,) however I've recently got back from an all inclusive family holiday around a pool in Turkey. When I put myself in that space, and look around the pool at people I estimate to be around my age. I feel that's a better comparison of "Average"

[@mrcrackerist]

Looks like fun to meet Mark for random challenges :)

[@Corrupted-file]

I’m blown away at how many grown men walk around in gym clothes, that needed a proper “pull up” explained to them.

[@MisterCynic18]

Lol I didn't even bother attempting pull ups until like 2+ years of gym routines. Would've probably looked like a fool back then too.

[@waynewanderer]

sports direct is a basic staple for many people`s wardrobes..............................including me , i live my entire life in Adidas and Under Armour

[@notjustforme]

Well, as there is no official definition of a pull-up, it's a valid question that, really, only experienced people can even know about. Things like kipping, swinging, raising knees, locking elbows... Everybody has a different definition of what constitutes a proper pull-up. For me, it would be: No kipping, pause at the top and bottom, straight arms to clavicle to the bar. I can't stand that stupid “chin-up” jerk many people do, trying to stretch their necks to make the finish. Anyhow, I'd say it makes sense asking about what the proper form required is supposed to be.

[@Mowsemowse]

​@@notjustforme argh that stupid chin thing people do... And don't even get me started on kipping. I say this as a person who can only manage about 7 pull ups on a very good day. Using poor form to get better numbers is only cheating yourself.

[@yewtewbstew547]

@@notjustforme It's also quite difficult to "learn" as an adult. Like if you're not strong enough to do a single pullup, then the only way to get there is to train a regression of the same movement pattern. And the average person has no idea what that even means. It's not rocket science, but you do need at least some resistance training experience to know that. Not to mention a lot of people just aren't willing to do that. They'll try a regular pull up, fail, and then just conclude that it's hopeless and give up. When it comes to fitness a lot of people out there, maybe even most, have an "all or nothing" attitude combined with very low physical capability. Almost like they're embarassed to be seen doing anything less than the most advanced training methods. And obviously the problem with that mindset is if you're not physically capable of achieving everything, which hardly anyone is otherwise we'd all be profession athletes, then you consign yourself to achieving nothing.

[@janinehall2584]

Great idea and message.

[@lincslegend6936]

Loved this vid. Found myself cheering them on. Some great form on display as well.

[@Taphosthewarlock]

What a great message from a bit of fun.

[@lindascott-burney5734]

I can be sure of a good laugh when I watch your videos. A just love your sense of humour and as a 66 year old woman who is currently injured I am very motivated not to give up but to continue with my fitness journey . Tried but nope wouldn’t have got the 20 pounds. By the way thats 40 dollars in New Zealand🤣🤣

[@EBoone503]

….. heads to my garage to see if I can still do two pull-ups 🤣🤣🤣

[@helencaleb2188]

During lockdown I got a pull-up bar with the goal of getting first pull up. My father in law, overweight with the beginnings of quite an impressive beer belly, in his mid 60’s at the time, wanted to try it. Been a taxi driver for a few years but laid cables for a living before that so was used to lifting heavy and drilling through roads. He does about 5 or so no problem. 😅 💪

[@oneworldfamily]

It's nice to see actually how tall you are. It's rare to see you stand next to other people. I'm only 6'4 and often don't realise how much taller I am than my friends unless I see our reflection in a window etc.

[@borisbolshoi7317]

I really like this video! I was getting upset that I wasn’t beating everyone at park run even though I’ve not been running consistently for years 😂 then comparing myself to all the running influencers 😂 It’s true. While not about being first, it’s just pack mentality to compare yourself to others, i.e. In nature you don’t want to come last because you would get picked off 😂

[@valc7491]

Awesome video and entertaining lesson.

[@johnguest4525]

Thanks for the inspiration Mark, i`ve got my 60th coming up in a few weeks and it will now include a pull up challenge. I do weighted pull ups so it`ll be a blast :)

[@Mattrunning]

"I tell you what" count = many. Loved the video!!

[@JB-fg9jo]

Spot on Mark love it.

[@husseinrujak295]

Just the inspiration I needed to put up a chin up bar!

[@ashleyredman]

such a good ending to the video, hit hard

[@bullsfan3705]

Great message. Loved it!

[@DaemonViews]

Another take away is the amount of people thinking there is a catch. Fun video to see :)

[@Zoet50]

I think this is why it’s near impossible to find an outdoor pullup bar in the US .

[@framedman]

I thought this was just pure entertainment but I really like the moral in this one.

[@craigburrow8403]

Cheers Mark, great effort

[@TexanGirlieInAWAWorldie]

This was such a great video. I had to look up what a quid was. Thank you for sharing! 🙂

[@manuelgoku3059]

Great video, awesome reality check advice at the end

[@epicjuk9658]

You are a legend, thank you for sharing

[@benjaminbrown8591]

Great video this Mark 👌 As ever, well hosted

[@stephensimmons8657]

Great video and even better message 👍

[@christinalund5654]

Great message!

[@rachelmayhew2457]

Average American here! This definitely motivates me to work on being able to do one pull up. This and Beth of fit2b saying that all women should be able to do one pull up, get off the floor multiple ways, and do one really heavy squat, just for safety's sake.

[@traildogisla]

Fair play to Darcy for trying!

[@Casperr123]

Great video Mark

[@Theo_1984]

Fun video and great message!