Biggest Loser Matt Hoover finishes Ironman Triathlon

[@Toaster808]

I think 99% of the people that watch this video share your view on Matt's feat, or understand what true sportsmanship is. The people that spout negative comments about somebody doing something that in most people's eyes they shouldn't be able to just don't have any idea. That's why in my description I mention that I'll delete negative comments. This video has been very inspirational to a lot of folks and it will continue to be. I appreciate your positive comment.

[@danielagoll1255]

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[@Domingjm2]

3000 likes vs 44 dislikes = 98.5%. So yep, you're right on!

[@jxmes4592]

Jan J. I

[@Toaster808]

I have it set up to where all comments get held and I have to approve them. I did it that way because there are some extremely hateful people out there that leave very very nasty comments. So instead of giving them a platform to spew their hate, I hold all comments and approve pretty much everything. Even the stuff that's sort of critical of Matt's accomplishments. It's the super negative stuff that won't see the light of day. Which is why I said to not even bother, but those disgusting and hateful people can't be bothered to read that and just have at it anyway.

[@imherzenspandauer6468]

Dont get me wrong guys but seriously how did he pass the qualifier? I mean there are hundreds or thousands agegrouper all around the world in every agegroup who want to compete on Hawaii. With around 17 hours he would have never qualified. Pls tell me why he was alloewed to compete bc I dont know his story....

[@josephdunbar2105]

You ain’t out there to impress anyone, you impressed the fuck outta me!

[@JobWClips]

Why dont any comments here have comments

[@rj6782]

insane, with his weight doing all that. Just insane.

[@bizdoct]

Yep. He crazy

[@Broxty]

Legit teared up, this guy is absolutely amazing! My goal is now to do the Kona Ironman.

[@adrian-kr5fy]

Wow. I'm in a loss for words. He should be a TED Talker. Hands down to this man! 👏👍

[@Toaster808]

He actually DOES do motivational speaking tours now.

[@Leightsm]

I've been doing Triathlons for 6 years and not one of them has been an Ironman distance. This made my bottom lip quiver, because you, my friend, a f***ing legend!

[@Dom-nn1kg]

Leighton McLeod +

[@fonsdeckers4476]

that's not a loser

[@KingDavinci07]

fons _dcks that’s a fucking HERO!!

[@dreymoneyway]

fons _dcks it’s a show for horizontally challenged participants losing pounds

[@tomatensohn9032]

Obvious it is

[@moritzbernauer1820]

The name is about the lost weight

[@nathanjohn367]

fons _dcks 💯

[@bowlofreeses960]

Screw the 3 minutes. 99% of the population could never finish a Ironman at all

[@JoshNulty]

Ben Kibby how do you know these percentages

[@itsobj5013]

Absolute upmost respect to this guy

[@MrThePhotoshopper]

Its OBJ for future reference it is “utmost”

[@mr.t1411]

Gave me tears, you go man!

[@fietsryer1]

What a guy.

[@MaxxerG]

I’ve completed my first Ironman in 11h11min in 2013 and to do so had to go from 180 pounds to 145 pounds on race day so the race wasn’t a constant suffering. Props to you and your joints to manage to complete this gruelling effort. Really a great accomplishment

[@sirdavidrush1]

This made me cry! You are a true inspiration!!!!

[@RAdek889]

Dave Rush mee too

[@skyprogramming2177]

Same hereee

[@crippledcrusader1321]

I don’t think the best triathlon runners care if he made the cut off time, the fact that he finished the race even after his body basically giving up on him multiple times, he still did it. Which is just the most inspiring and admirable thing to anyone.

[@Xflosiv]

I am only seeing this video now and I must say I haven't been so inspired in a long time! Thank you so much for this, for giving people hope and igniting determination that is sometimes lost when things don't go the way we planned. You brought me to tears and even though I didn't do an ironman I can totally relate. I ran an ultra marathon and also just missed the cut-off but I crossed the finish line when everyone said I will never make it and I'll get injured so I shouldn't even try, especially after going through physio from a knee injury 5 months prior. Sometimes there are things you know you just need to do for yourself and you just gave me so much inspiration. I wish you all the best in life!

[@lyndseyfrench8478]

Made me cry. Amazing respect for you, that was the most inspiring!!

[@scotttaylor5928]

Such an inspiration. I used to do IronKid triathlons when I was little and I think I want to go back and do some IronMan’s.

[@bricelaten1199]

Everytime I need motivation I come back to this video. Absolutley incredible

[@prettyboimut1]

Amazing story ❤️😇🙏🏽

[@lamvu7553]

Tears in my eyes, 3mins Cut of time, unbelievable

[@ndamn1938]

i cried.

[@Dennis4523]

Ndamn'19 ok

[@Gigandy1]

Me to, he is an Ironman, and a real Champion

[@pooconsumer]

Ndamn'19 that’s (:

[@AB-gz9yb]

Ndamn'19 me 2

[@lakhwindersandhu1529]

You won man ! 3 minutes is nothing. You done an amazing job

[@south3978]

Im gonna get out of my bed and do something now. This truly makes me want to turn my life around

[@craigbee]

Benhamin how’s it going so far?

[@ryansiroproductions]

Who cares if he isn't an "official finisher" He did the race and killed it :) Well done man.

[@falter1448]

A full Ironman is literally for the elite fittest of the fit and I’ve only ever done a HALF ironman and I almost gave up on the swimming part... I’m 18 and play for state football and run a half marathon in 1.5hrs. MASSIVE respect to this guy for finishing a FULL Ironman... a true Ironman with an Iron will.👏👍

[@ewanmcmaster1706]

It doesnt matter if you miss by three minutes. YOU DID IRONMAN

[@gillese9446]

Who cares that he missed the cut off, it was only by 3 minutes, there where people thiner than him that didn't make it at all. Respect to you sir.

[@ColumEDAC]

Well done fella, tears in my eyes at the end of the video. I’m an 18st man who completed Ironman Distance Triathlon in Co. Westmeath Ireland in 2012. The support I got was amazing, I was last man to finish 15:12:31. The crowd was spectacular, my family and friends will never forget it.🏊‍♂️🚴🏃

[@Ewanisareynolds]

This guy is my hero. Anybody should be proud if doing what Matt did. Hes awesome

[@tomjohnson4434]

I always come back to this video at least 5 times a year and it brings a tear to my eye every time!!

[@johnbarrick4836]

8:40 is a pretty good mile after 25.2

[@hidde44]

And all the swimming and running he did, amazing effort!

[@nathank817]

John Barrick after 25.2 and a 100 mile bike ride and 2 mile swim. That’s a crazy boost of adrenaline and willpower to run an 8:40

[@Jo-hq4zt]

John Barrick bro that’s a great mile look how heavy he is

[@stankyleg7094]

I couldn't run an 8:40

[@1023Endurance]

8:40 is a good mile any time lol

[@ssgssleo2893]

This video literally made me cry. I don’t cry easily, but this made me cry cause it brought me back to the first race I had in track my freshman year. I ran a 9:01 mile. I remember running that last lap by myself, but I cried when I crossed the finish line because I finished the race. Now I’m a junior and I believed that I can become a great runner, now I run a 5:38 mile. I hope this inspires you all to work hard and never give up. 🏃

[@activelivingchallenger4298]

Wait a sec, he was only off by 3 mins... that’s insane. Great job dude, you’ll def shave off those 3 mins and be an iron man if u do it again.

[@NiRoTales]

As a runner and cyclist I know what it takes to keep pushing you to that finish line. It's not a race with others but a fight with yourself. Truly inspired!! Full Ironman is one of the most difficult challenges in the world!

[@MaryMary-gn3in]

When you look at this guy you know it's time to get your but off of couch and get with the program no how big you, he did a beautiful job 💯💯💯💯.

[@8ballphil150]

you never lost friend .you won . you done something that should have been impossible . massive respect to you .

[@v290576]

MATT you have truly proved the spirit of this race "Its not about when you finish, its about why". Respect from India.

[@DavidJHanna-vi5wu]

This is amazing. Way to go Matt Hoover, I am truly inspired!!!

[@netanimomo2229]

Its a movie

[@jenniferblears192]

This man is such a huge inspiration - I teared up watching this! Incredible man

[@one4theroad15]

Frigging awesome.... brought me to tears! Well done that man!!!👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@1HadChilling]

if you finish or try your best you're not a loser

[@ryancollins7658]

This is like the best inspirational video I’ve ever seen

[@DanielMooreDJ]

This story is incredible I’m 17 and I dream of doing an Ironman when I’m older and this has motivated me to believe there is nothing that can stop me doing one only my own mind

[@aud338]

i don’t cry easily, but i was bawling i’m a cross country runner, and i’ve always been one of the slowest people on the team, but i’ve never quit. this gives me so much motivation, and helps me realize that no matter how many times i want to quit, i will always improve if i work hard.

[@aaronwalderslade]

Fucking hell mate, I'm not worthy to shake your hand. But I'd like to.

[@biswajeetparija1972]

Nothing! I repeat - Nothing can be more inspirational and motivational!

[@a3300000]

Anyone who can just finish is an Ironman.

[@trueamerica911]

Damn, the next day must have been the real pain for him..

[@ddebenedictis]

Probably a week of pain. But the feeling of accomplishment lasts a lifetime. 😊

[@nzscruffy7171]

Yes. But who cares? No level of pain can ever dampen the feeling of knowing you have no limits, that your will is stronger than anything your body or nature throws against you. Pain pleeease, don't waste your time, you don't work on me.

[@yeknom626]

Ali Baba me doing tennis hurts the next day

[@theboyscout0156]

You probably don’t do anything the next day

[@braydenstamps8511]

Dude u didn't even having to finish in time seeing u do that final sprint was crazy

[@doncarlo5]

this is something that we all need to see .... it is definitely an inspiration for everyone , not only for the ones who are dreaming of it and can't afford for several reason ... but for ALL of us .... no matter what .... I think this video should be shown at school , to inspire kid ... not to quit ... to teach people , all that counts is your determination, to do something good, against all odds ! And if you are asking me ... this is what's all about it in life ... besides everyone laughing at you, trying to tell you that cannot be done .... I wish there were more guys like Matt, Earth would be a much better place to be ! As said ... he truly inspires me ! THANKS MATT !

[@beverlyeddinger3877]

Why is this in my recommended 10 years later???

[@hilho18]

Just completed my first full Ironman in Frankfurt. This video was a great source of motivation for me to keep going. Whenever I doubted myself, I though about Matt. I pushed myself beyond mental and physical limits to finish. Thanks Matt for the motivation!! Hope you went back and finished an Ironman.

[@bloodytampon1428]

I’m crying my eyes out and I never cry. Well done buddy.

[@jackglossop4859]

Lovely words, Bloody Tampon

[@Pickyricky69420]

Make a grown man cry... Thanks a lot for this inspiration.

[@Realityof76]

That is soooooo awesome!!! I watched them 2 on the biggest loser and its not even about the weight but Im just so happy they are healthier and so happy now! And to also find love in the process!!! What a blessing! What a great man! I love his wife too!!! 😁👍🏼💗 God bless you both!!! Awesome Job Matt!

[@HoneyBee-ge4fu]

Man this was the most inspirational, motivational thing I’ve ever seen. I never felt so inspired before. I’m so proud of this dude, he proved people wrong that he could finish it! Man I FREAKEN love this man. GOD. BLESS. HIM.!!! PLZ!

[@dfsdad2588]

almost made me cry man

[@chilatelover]

You are an Ironman in my book

[@ArtEmis55K]

Huge respect for a tremendous effort. Real tenacity to keep on going when it must have been so tempting to stop. A fantastic achievement - well done Here's just something to think about for anyone considering similar from someone who's worked with athletes and knows a little bit about how their minds work (or don't work!). This was a tremendous achievement but was also a large risk for a person who had been through rough times and might have been damaged mentally had they not completed the event. With all due respect to a man who finished the event (excellent!) but he wasn't adequately prepared to get anywhere near his potential. This was a huge long shot that maybe 99 times out of 100 wouldn't have worked out. Now it did and I am so thrilled for him but please follow the example of his tenacity and not his approach to the event. Set your goals and then do the groundwork first. The journey will be every bit as fulfilling and your event just as satisfying. Entering these kinds of events in his kind of shape is a big risk and an unnecessary one since the race will happen every year. Take your time then show the World what you can really do - Good Luck!

[@scummyy09]

Mad respect. Absolutely incredible

[@pierrerizzo590]

Wow!!! He should be an ambassador for sports and meet kids in school! Very nice video.

[@sammyeggnog]

I think the marathon alone would make me puke my guts out. What an impressive human being

[@tblightningbolt8902]

Fuck yeah Matt. Amazing. I think it’s more amazing that you never gave up even AFTER you missed the cutoff. You never quit!

[@BikerProfesor]

Hi Matt, my deepest respect for you. it´s people like you that get of the couch and prove that everyone can go beyond their limits. You are an inspiration!

[@charbra2624]

This is the most inspiring video ever to even think that someone could leave a hate comment amazes me, so unfortunate that he didn’t finish Your a hero

[@usernametaken2tekken]

Respect man. "it's not about how much you weigh, or what you've done in the past, it's abut what you're doing". Printing that and posting it on my wall.

[@SanderMFC872]

I'm litteraly crying. This is so incredibly motivating.

[@jjs9908]

Just seen this video - Amazing effort really inspiring. Thank you.

[@GrandpawTheGreat]

This video is inspirational to me every time I watch. success and achievement come from hard work

[@drboyce]

So so so inspirational. So much respect I have for this guy. Amazing.

[@tattooedsobervegan]

Why the fuck have 66 people given this amazing dude thumbs down? They Must be Jealous, I am an Ultra runner and have done some Big events, Matt you Inspired me Thank You x

[@elijah_robinson]

Great work brother! This gave me tears, very inspiring!

[@whyItIsHappening]

It takes a lot of will power to finish a marathon, let alone a triathlon . It is really inspiring to see this brave man completing it despite the odds against him.

[@lennypettitt975]

He is not a loser

[@Toaster808]

He's called the "Biggest Loser" because he was on a game show where the object was for people to go and lose weight to get healthy. The person at the end of the show who had lost the most was given the title of "The Biggest Loser", as in they had lost the most. I'm sure that the title of the show was cleverly selected on purpose because people generally don't consider the term "loser" something positive. Clever marketing on the show producers' part.

[@lennypettitt975]

@@Toaster808 okay thank you for the explanation

[@WolfteamFreakable]

I couldnt even do the running part. Swimming and cycling okay.. But i would never be able to run that distance, even without the swimming or cycling part! I got so much respect for this guy.. What he has done is insane

[@Pordon_Jeterson]

You could do it bro

[@Toaster808]

You don't just wake up one morning and go knock out 140.6 miles of triathlon torture. Matt and all the ironman competitors started just like you at some point. Every journey, no matter how long, starts with a first step. If you're willing to put in the work, there's nothing you can't do. Even you can do one of these. Baby steps. If you really want a tear jerker, and an awesome story of what people can do if they put their mind to it, search for Rick and Dick Hoyt on youtube.

[@Deo0305]

I am trying to do an Ironman myself and whenever I need a training boost I just look at this video. Well done Matt! You INSPIRED ME!

[@samt2805]

This is amazing.I am training for my first marathon at 51 years of age and I'm starting to think maybe it's a bit too much(I'm runninng about 25km long runs but really finding it tough).Thank you for this video.I'm going to warm up and start my long run.

[@BrunoSalcedo]

Good for you! How was your marathon?

[@vasuv59]

I ran my first full marathon at 58. I had been running HM for 10years and longest I had run was 25K. I suddenly decided to go for it. Only will power will get you through the last 10K. Go for it Sam

[@ncdozer3103]

Sam T it’s just a mental game, I’m sure you know if you think you can’t do it you won’t be able to. However if you keep positive I’m sure you can achieve your goal

[@jacobmichals6201]

Epic epic epic. That man has guts and it changed his life. Not only did he make it, he inspires others to do the same. 👍👍👍

[@joegen4577]

I have no more reason anymore....

[@Silveradospirit]

Matt you're an inspiration! I lost 84 lbs and just ran my first half marathon. I just hope I have the strength and motivation to try something like you did! Thanks for sharing such a great video!

[@ethanwright4037]

Man I hope you just inspired every person in the world bc you inspired me and when I run I like to think about my family and FYI I’m 14 and 110 pounds and run track and when I’m in pain I think about everyone and everything that inspires me bc everything is possible no matter what

[@LuisCarlos-xf8kx]

um dos melhores videos motivacionais que já vi. Parabens Matt, em breve correrei meu primeiro ironman.

[@chrisreddy8958]

Here is 3 of my feel good stories from last year: i ran my very first 10km race (i ran previous 5km races several years before that), i did it in 1:41:38, 200 metres from the finish line i collapsed from heat, (nothing like what this guy ran thru but it was 28 degrees outside) i got up before the medics showed up, they asked if i was ok, i told them it was just cramps, it really wasnt, i had heat stroke, 2 police officers walked over to me as well to see if i was ok, said the same thing to them, then of the officers asked me if i would like it if he ran with me to the finish line, my words to the officer was, if you can keep up go right ahead, i never looked back to see if he was with me, as i just took off, when i crossed that finish line i just collapsed again, breathing heavily and not sweating eyes closed, they took my external temperature at just under 104 degrees, they rushed me to the medic tent, where they laid me in a stretcher and put bags of ice around me to cool me off, it took them 2.5 hours to get my temperature back to normal, they told me 10 minutes before it was normal, that if its not normal in 10 minutes that they are sending me to the hospital by ambulance, well thankfully i got lucky in the next 10 minutes and didnt need to go and got to go home. about 3 weeks after my 1st 10km race, i ran my 2nd 10km race, this time it wasnt flat like the first one, it was called my citys fastest 10km race, as it was 90% downhill, about 5.5 km into my race running down the road heading into downtown (last hill of the race) i kicked my legs out from underneath me, i face planted in the middle of the street, i looked down at my legs as i was in severe pain, under one of my knee braces i noticed my knee was out of place, there was no one nearby to get for help, i didnt have my phone, and the water station was about 500 metres from me but they couldnt see me, so stupidly i popped my knee back in myself, gave myself a minute stood up, and finished the rest of the 4.5km of the race, i finished this race in 1:20:03 even with a bad knee, beating the hell out of my PB. i never went into emergency room until late that night, i thought i was fine, until i started walking up the stairs, then my knee just gave out and even more severe pain ensued. i got lucky the doctor told me, both doctors and nurses gave me alot of shit, for finishing that race, but my reply was, it was for the kids, as the race was for Kids Cancer Care, and didnt want to fail the kids, but i was lucky didnt tear anything or break anything, just dislocated, was put in a knee brace for the next 2 months. i ran my first 10km race after that injury in september 2 months after it happened, when i crossed the line i was in tears, literally balling my eyes out, as i just finished my 3rd 10km race after a bad injury like that in 39:07 and coming in 12th place out of 900+ runners. i posted this, because he never gave up, and i feel like i never gave up either, never ran an ironman before but i have biked and swam and ran before and know they are all hard

[@oguzhansarpkaya9216]

Chris Reddy you impressed me so hard. I have been training for my first triathlon and sometimes i really feel bad and am thinking quit. But people like you always beeing reminder to me that i am in the right way. Thank you

[@amazonwarrior8920]

Simply stunning.....he is so inspiring especially for those on a journey to better themselves physically. I'm in awe of all that he did and he did not quit. Heart of a champion!!!

[@adityasharma2870]

Wow. Inspiration is flooding me... I am an overweight 16 yo lying on my bed , red bull by my side. Wasting my life. It's about time I do sometimes

[@kaabespinoza3245]

I believe you can do it. If he can and 500 pound people can. YOU CAN. Try your best. I believe in you.

[@iimoonlights3155]

you got this, i believe in you!

[@tomgarner5965]

How's it going mate!

[@doublea9482]

Ώɱεפ̫ƛ it’s been 4 months how’s it been going for you?

[@ShaoVideoProduction]

Well, did you?

[@FightTheMachine100]

It was raining today and I didn't feel like cycling, after watching this I got off the couch and rode...thanks for the motivation buddy.

[@t_ogaming4881]

Wow....watching this the weekend before my final exams in my last year of high school and I actually feel like getting off my couch and just do it, just to go study!!

[@carlottascholz7450]

I cried like a baby while whatching this insane Video!! I am proud like hell

[@kierandickerson4553]

Man what I beast that last bit gives you chills!

[@PedroHernandez-uj9oz]

Respect man. Definitely takes a lot of work, endurance, stamina, and will power to complete a full Ironman race. This is what I call real inspiration and empowerment. Takes a lot of guts and heart to finish one of the hardest races out there.

[@jefferythompson7308]

A 8:40 after all he did is amazing. I don’t think I could’ve beat that. Congrats man

[@saragodoygreene]

Absolutely inspiring...brought tears to my eyes. Training for my 1st Ironman this year.

[@mattyiceman23]

Dudes an inspiration

[@mokaliciousdj3139]

Inspirational, man you deserve all our respect, finisher or not, just doing it and pushing yourself hard is already a victory! I need to inspire myself from people like you in order to achieve my own triathlon quest...🙏🏾💪🏾

[@steffongonzalez1609]

Real man right here made me tear up never give up

[@RSO-IV]

Matt, my son got lung cancer. You are the one we adore and he is just plan to finish the triathlon like you. Should you read this message, I just wanna give you a big big big hugs. Despite those thinner and fitter triathletes won those prizes, yet I will stand with all those ppl across the globe , you are the real-absolute winner. 😍😍😍

[@TheDailyLore]

What an insane feat, happy for this dude! That’s genuinely awesome

[@kylesexton3033]

Wow, that is amazing. This gives me hope, I"m not as near as big as he is, but I struggle with my weight, and I'm trying to lose 20lbs to join the air force. I want to be a sprinter and run 1.5miles in 8:08 minuets for the air force, so if he can muster up and run a 8:40 mile at the end of a fricking marathon, I should be able to do that. By the way I know he just didn't roll out of the bed and do this, he trained for months. I'm surprised he is 237, he looks a lot heavier. Strange how weight hangs on different people.

[@nameisbird4226]

Kyle Sexton he don’t look heavier

[@pankajjagarwal9925]

You know what to do when you don't feel like doing anything? Run to your best buddy's home, and ask that idiot to run with you.

[@Ethan-uj4pq]

I have tears in my eyes

[@nathanrock5068]

I’m speechless I feel so bad for him not marketing the cut yet so happy that he finished it it’s people like this that can help improve the human race