My 8 Year Fitness Journey (Calisthenics, Flexibility & Handstands) | *500k Subscriber Special*

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This video breaks down my fitness journey over the past 8 years specifically looking at bodyweight, calisthenics, flexibility, mobility and handstands. I share what has helped, what I did, where I went wrong and my recommendations to you to make the best of your training journey.
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[@BodyweightWarrior]

A massive thank you for 500,000 subscribers, it is a crazy number! For more details and specifics on my training over the years check out all the training vlog series in the description. Catch you in the next one

[@simondegg683]

Gives me hope I'm 49 years old and into my second year of body weight training reminds me it all 5akes time

[@weightedcalisthenicsstreet3332]

Its really interesting to see others progress who have already been through many of the stages of training, injury, progression etc. I started about 3 years ago but have also had long periods of recovery, laziness and general breaks but now my main goals are to improve my weighted calisthenics,particularly chinups and getting a better OAC and most of all. Thanks for all the great content you make and if you happen to see this comment id be interested to know what your weighted calisthenics pb's are if you have ever tested them, eg chin, pullup dip

[@The_Daliban]

I have a cam impingement and had no hope. I went to orthopedic doctor, sport physicians and even chiropractors(the desperation) Since two weeks i follow your routines every day and can finally squat pain free and deeper. I will definitely incorporate your routines as standard in my training. Thank you man🙏🏻 and congrats 🎉 You deserve it

[@carlomanna1128]

Tell me.. How tall are you again?

[@djkhypzz4537]

@@carlomanna1128 He already said that in the video. Calisthenics for tall guys I guess

[@GuillaumeLeBris]

People can relate to your progress. It looks and feels genuine, honest. I think it's part of your success. There's no 'how I could planche in 6 month'. And that's a good thing. Keep it going Tom!

[@taylorreeves3642]

Couldn't agree more. That's why I follow you Tom. You're a down to earth guy.

[@BodyweightWarrior]

It's gonna take time. Anyone who tells you differently is either genetically gifted or misinformed 🤷‍♂️

[@andreasbreuss5907]

@@BodyweightWarrior or dont talk about their 8 year background doing sports on a good level

[@YogaForeverWithEmma]

Hi Guillaume , I run a yoga channel which is about the anatomy and physiology of yoga and there are classes up there as well if your interested check it out :)

[@f0t0b0y]

Very good point. I’m just now hitting the 3 month cycling goals and need to start to focus on adding to strength training. This dudes video just showed up in my feed and he does seem super genuine.

[@sohamdata]

imo the most relatable guy out there along with Daniel etc

[@chongymeister14]

both humble fellas fosho

[@kornofile]

And Gabo too

[@proudmisfit4405]

Jake Gay of JG Calisthenics is solid too

[@kalosthenosverse]

For real

[@sohamdata]

@@kalosthenosverse 8yrs later you'll make this

[@andrewtaylor9799]

Your open honesty and humility is extremely refreshing.

[@YogaForeverWithEmma]

Hi Andrew, I run a yoga channel which is about the anatomy and physiology of yoga and there are classes up there as well if your interested check it out :)

[@janmaaso]

You invite people to share their story here in the coments. Here is a small part of mine. I became disabled about twenty years ago. Multipple Sclerosis. Over the next few years, my life was turned upside down and inside out. In 2004 I realized I would end up in a wheel chair for sure, as I eventuallyd did, but I somehow managed to keep it on hold for a total of eight years by an extreme regiment of diet and exercise, my only two real "weapons" in this fight. But in 2012 I finally could hold that wheel chair back no more. In 2013 I DID find an experimental treatment for MS and literally bet my life on it. I had to sell my home to pay for it, but the treatment actually worked (the treatment is called HSCT, for those interested). By then I had almost died twice, one of which was a near death experience, and I kept going blind over and over too. My eye sight would gradually come back little by little every time, and then: BOOM, another relapse and I was blind all over again. All of this gave me PTSD in the end, it was stressful in the extreme. But at the beginning of 2014, after my treatment, I started my new life with my MS now finally dead, and the long road to recovery began. Long story short: I managed to learn to walk again but it took seven and a half years of extreme effort, and every expert I ever talked to told me it could not be done. They were proven wrong. So now, for the last few years, I am trying body weight exercises among many other things. I can do no squats at all or other leg exercises in the normal sense, but after several years I can finally do dips (five), push ups (about ten to twelve depending on the day) pull ups (three) and chin ups (six or seven). I do twelve minutes of slow jogging every morning (this is a crazy good exercise in my opinion, developed by Dr. Tanaka of Japan). I also noticed that you used the Thera Band flex bar btw. and I rebuilt my left hand in large part by using both that and grip trainers by Iron Mind. Great tools! I still use those just about every day. All of this is to say: you CAN rebuild your body too almost no matter what your situation is, so why not give it a shot? I could think of no good reason NOT to myself, so I gave it everything I had. And I pulled it off. Good luck to the rest of you too, and thanks for sharing your story, Tom. I found it inspirational. Ciao. Jan H. Maaso.

[@hamsam789]

Youre a testament to the sheer power of human will! Im genuinely speechless, you are such an inspiration, wow

[@antoniobastos8114]

Congratulations, I've never seen anything similar to this. I wish you the best, you deserve it

[@bobross8296]

I am basically at your level but I can only do one dip. I thought that my progress was slow coming from not being able to do any of these exercises but now I’m grateful for the achievements I have made a lot more. Thanks for sharing your story and I can’t imagine what you went through. I hope everything is fine now!

[@pacochavezlp]

This is an incredible story, thank you so much for sharing! You have inspired me so much. I wish you all the best for your health and future!

[@janmaaso]

@@pacochavezlp Thank you for your kind words.

[@jakob_4688]

Started 2 years ago at the age of 16 from literally zero. I had no muscle, quite a bit of fat and couldnt even do one proper push up. Since then I pretty much trained every day (Calisthenics). I started out with simple push-ups, later then pull-ups and other easy movements. I also focused on my nutrition and therefore lost about 12-15kg of bodyfat. My first goal was to be able to do muscle up which i reached after about a year of training. I also started to eat more and gained more muscle. I currently weigh about 65 kg and am very happy with my weight and skills. My backlever is about 20 sec. My staddle front lever about 12-15 sec. and my handstand on paralettes can last up to a minute. I also work on weghted pull ups (currently 20kg for 6reps×5). Fun fact: today i reached my goal to get a free standing frogstand to handstand press and i feel amazing.

[@kristareganmusic]

My 12 and 15 year old sons follow him as well (as do I)! Congrats on your progress!!

[@megamastah]

Congrats! Yeah, handstand presses are amazing and once you can do them open a window to unlimited progressions, mainly for planche.

[@ousmanfitness8132]

Wow You are amazing! I am also 16 now and I want to start a Calisthenics Journey as well! Working on pull-ups and push variations. Basics come first

[@nathan_phua]

Haha so like me too! (IG @nathanathlete) but I got tendonitis last year so all that regressed...

[@rhysgiudici5797]

Do you have any tips for the pushups? I'm not skinny, and have a reasonable amount of strength, but I struggle so much with pushups and pullups for some unknown reason. Most of the youtube videos are relatively unhelpful because they assume you can already do a few and gave relatively okay form

[@LizaLavolta]

My favorite part about bodyweight training is how humbling it is. (: There is something inspiring about using your own weight to make yourself stronger.

[@Mert-E-E]

Been here since 70k. So proud of you. You are helping so many people :)

[@YogaForeverWithEmma]

Hi Mert, I run a yoga channel which is about the anatomy and physiology of yoga and there are classes up there as well if your interested check it out :)

[@robertw8861]

I think everyone who's ever done any kind of physical training can relate to the 10 steps forward - stupid injury - 8 steps back, restart training, another 10 steps forward - another stupid injury - another 8 steps back story.

[@erockthehorse]

I've only been training for 2-3 years and haven't been injured too seriously Y'all making me scared 😂😂

[@fernandosulantay]

I train martial arts and calisthenics since 12 and this is my injury list: Left groin tear; patellofemofal dysfunction, lower back tear and overcharge, right middle knuckle fracture, hamstring minor tear, quadriceps minor tear (like 3 months ago) and thats it. I can say that my frist two injuries were fault of my coaches, the others part of my journey. (Btw i have 18)

[@K4113B4113]

@@fernandosulantay what the hell. Mate you need to cool it down. That many injuries at 18 years old.... Whoever is training you like this is an irresponsible fool. You want to build your body up, not break it down with injuries that might stick around for many years or even life. Go back to the basics and stop training so hard (and stupid).

[@037cleverdal2]

I’ve trained taekwondo for nine years now and started training callisthenics two years ago. Today was a big day for me because all my training got tested in a black belt test and I completed it. It doesn’t matter what you want because if you want it enough you can do it. Have a amazing day and remember, you have come to far to quit now.

[@abinrajkb5826]

Congratz man..good for you...

[@MCJSA]

"Consistency is the best method." Cure for procrastination. Thanks Tom. I keep coming back to your channel. Quality content and a passion for what you do. Congrats!

[@bartvscalvin]

I love this kind of video talking about the journey, the injuries, the lessons learned. I get the impression that people often prefer to avoid sharing the stories of the mistakes they made, and yet it's usually one of the most helpful and valuable thing they could share. Thank you for that.

[@JGCalisthenics]

Congrats on 500k boss man! Thoroughly deserved bro. Changing lives on the daily 💯👏

[@shnelaD8]

I started your middle splits routine on the 1st of January this year and I was about 30 cm off the floor. Did the middle splits on the 31st of August a few days ago! I did the routine almost every evening and it took me exactly eight months to do the splits. I think the PNF exercises were especially helpful. Thanks so much, Tom! Now I will try working on the handstand.

[@yikesQuakes]

Thats incredible

[@ereristark425]

Omg, that's inspiring!

[@Ericliaoo]

Wow, congratulations on 500 k! You went through so many hurdles and challenges to get to where you are now. Respect.

[@TheGexcel]

I've been training for 6 months and your channel has been a mainstay, especially during this pandemic. Your videos are great not only for effectively learning the workouts but for also learning the science (body mechanics, nutrition, effective recovery, etc) behind it all. I am delighted with the progress I have made so far and looking forward to what's to come. Keep up the great work and congratulations on 500k subscribers!

[@Yojax]

Every calisthenics athlete and newbie should see this video. Your humbleness is so refreshing.

[@agrifforama]

Congratulations Tom on 500k. I've been following along right from the start and you have inspired me massively to dive deeper into my own training and to share my journey too! Thank you man!

[@soojieguadilla2680]

The best fitness guru on KZbin. Thank you Tom for the stretches! Virtual hugs 🤗

[@pacificodelnorte6628]

Tom, IMO this is really one of your best videos! It is so inspiring to see where you started. You seem to have learned a lot in your baby adult years (18-24). Thank you so much for your sound advice and for sharing yourself and journey with us. 🙏🏽❤

[@jamo_]

Oh wow, congratulations! I've used your channel for a while now - I took up gymnastics earlier this year as well and your videos have been so so helpful so THANK YOU

[@JessicaMiller-sd2uf]

Look at that young Tom! 😄 It's going to be so crazy having all this footage of your goals and progress in 5 more years or 20. Congrats on the 500k!

[@Thekidisalright]

I am so happy I discovered your channel Tom, your mobility workout helps me get rid of my running injuries, helps me take care of my 41 yr old body even I run 6 days a week, I am more flexible now than a decade ago, I don’t know why I can never do pike push up until I have learned it’s due to my tight hamstring and now I am flexible enough to finally do that, not many but it’s a great start, and all these are thanks to you, just want to say a heartfelt thank you.

[@Carlotta09Mclean]

I really enjoyed this! Health and wellness is absolutely a lifelong journey. There has been so much I’ve learned over the years that has ultimately brought me here. I’m SO thankful I came across your page, Ive been doing your routines for the past week and I can already tell I’m achieving things within my body that I’ve been chasing and searching for!! I believe I’m finally where I need to be ❤️ can’t wait to see what the future holds!

[@Jasmine-jj1mb]

Congrats, Tom! I've been following your account for a few years and I've followed along with a few of your routines. I'm not super motivated to train hard or anything, and am super inconsistent in my practice, but your videos are really inspiring. You seem like a cool dude, you're realistic and honest which makes you so easy to relate to (even if I'm not in "training mode"). Thanks for sharing your progress and all of these videos!

[@miroslavmusalek9194]

I've been following this channel for ages, keep the quality and fun.

[@rosaiz]

Congrats on the 500k Subs. Your channel got into a journey to transform my body, to make it more flexible, more agile. Three months in and im already seeing big changes.. Thanks a lot to you!

[@alihk2290]

I have been following you since 100k. Its been a grind but you always helped people, including me. Keep it up and never stop! Congrats on 500k!

[@jonhdarwin]

Best progress video I ever witnessed, I can easily relate it to my journey with all the ups and downs and different mindset approaches. Very cool Tom! 👍

[@CarltonPwasteman]

You're a really humble, down to earth and inspiring dude. Always check out your videos. Much love.

[@DP-yn3jf]

2 years ago, I started taekwondo. I was 14, really skinny, no muscle, no flexibility, and had low self confidence. Now, I can finally do the full middle splits, I have muscle thanks to calisthenics and taekwondo, and my energy, confidence and outlook on life has never been better! So I encourage everybody to go out and try something new because it may very well change your life for the better!

[@chef2791]

Buckled when you started talking about gymshark zyzz aesthetics and bro culture, that was exactly the way I started out, what a great time to be alive.

[@SKMarcusA]

There are many fitness/yoga videos. Your calm, non-pushy and reflective attitude is a differentiator. Keep it up.

[@nodairynocry]

So happy I found your channel!! Getting flexible is my goal this year and I’ve started my journey with you this past Saturday:) thanks Tom!!

[@VendettaMax]

I still remember doing that first full-body stretching routine right after the video came out. It's been a while. What a journey. We learned a lot. I'm happy for you.

[@childofgod1226]

Nice summary. You’ve done well over the years. Thanks Tom.

[@erincampagna6670]

Wow, I feel like we just had a coffee chat. So great hearing your story. Super inspiring and practical. Thanks for sharing!!

[@marlock2723]

This is so good and humble Tom. Very refreshing.

[@hollygsphpr]

Congrats Tom & well done you, I love your mobility training videos, you're a great teacher !

[@hanshansen1140]

Man thanks a lot for your honesty and humbleness!

[@rebeccarippon7830]

Came to your channel after half marathon training came to an abrupt halt this year and my goals instead became handstands and improved flexibility. You've helped me so much! Thank you!!

[@notacrew69]

All my mobility and basic calisthenics learned it all from you. Started using all the knowledge this quarantine to make my body stronger and healthier. Thank you for everything and Congratulations!!

[@thatoletele9321]

Thank you so much for this video. I’ve been training for 7 months now and have been feeling demotivated due to the lack of progression in my training. Hearing how long it could take gives me hope to continue.

[@alialrubayee734]

Love your channel brother! Thanks for everything you do 🙏🏽

[@mrbelette13600]

Doing ur flexibility routine almost every day, perfect video u deserve ur followers! Keep It up, French follower since almost 2 years 😁

[@nathan_phua]

I can relate so much! I started with bodybuilding 4 years ago then powerlifting and calisthenics 2 years ago, amalgamated my own full stretching + mobility routine, then trained too much handstands/pulling and been stuck with golfer's elbow for the past year (nearly fully recovered) whilst improving mobility. I've yet to start rebuilding strength but I plan to just go on the basics of course

[@nidhikini26]

Started two years ago at 16. Discovered this channel early this year. I have made serious progress from your flexibility videos. Can do full front splits now :) , the pancake (can do better) and almost full middle splits. And you've given me inspiration to start training for bodyweight skills. Congratulations on 500k! 😁🎊

[@m4rc1nj64]

Hi Tom ! I start following you last year November and keep religiously keep stretching 5-7 days a week my aim is just to keep fit, improve flexibility and mobility. I’m 44 now and not far from doing front split, pancake and box split. I feel much stronger and flexible now and just cannot stop now ! My FB posts are 99% yours and Emmett’s posts ;) Thanks a lot Tom !!!

[@jyemitochondrion]

Appreciate your guidance through these years of videos and also the tribe app. Slow progress is hard in this fast world but as you say injuries suck and reaching your goals with a strong base will be worth it!

[@rove7104]

Your channel has grown so fast bro. I remember watching your videos when you had less than 1k subs. Happy to see how far you've come. Keep up the good work!

[@johnocallaghan2420]

Congrats on gaining 500k followers, Tom! You are definitely one of my favorite fitness experts.

[@benjaminlopez4168]

Tom ur a G. Mad respect. Cheers to 500k🍻

[@RT-vg9my]

This experience was so helpful, thank you!

[@lylachristopherson865]

Thank you for your honesty. Videos like this are inspiring to me. I was recently frustrated with my "Lack of Progress" with me exercise journey. You've given me a reality check to keep on going. Thank You.

[@Shawn8Lampard]

Inspiring and honest! Keep up the great work 👏🏽

[@1CoolKidCandid]

Wow, thank you. That was simply encouraging. I've been doing calisthenics for 4 years now and sometimes get into this mentality that I've got to push it because four years is more than enough time of doing the basics. So then I push it for a little while, then my body is at it's limit, & realise that I don't want any injuries - in fact, I'd rather progress over a decade, delighting in the simple movements without injury, rather than toil through pain for decades. So thanks for outlining what your progress has been like, the choices & consequences along the way; this has assured me that consistency for a decade is better than intensity for a year.

[@oliveale1925]

Really good to see a genuine experience of training, both the good and the bad... found this really encouraging! keep up the great content!

[@natashafaye1212]

I have begun my journey and pray I can make gain as easily and learn from you along the way. Thank you for sharing with us all.

[@pekingdux3547]

I started following your mobility and realized that I have a very weak low back. Started training that more, and the majority of my chronic hip pain has gone away- thank you!!

[@CirillaRiannon]

Congarts on 500! I train with your routines 2 years at least and it's only reason why I became more flexible. Still long way to go but it's way easier having your videos!

[@Hunter-zf4mw]

Congratulations on 500k man love from Australia

[@hans.z7217]

BRAVO!!! you did it!!! Congratulations

[@aclemarag]

Great Tom! Congratulations. Great progress! Watching your videos for a while and i like your transformation...great spirit!

[@LeslieLatchman]

Thanks for sharing your journey man. Really inspiring!

[@Dyalla]

Damn this is so inspiring. I've only found your channel a few months ago because of learning how to handstand when the gym closed during lockdown. I just assumed you had been a gymnast all your life!

[@merveyldrm777]

Definitely deserving more subscribers ...such an underrated channel. I hope you will double your subscribers as soon as possible. :)

[@DinoTaps]

thank you for the videos man im really looking forward to stay on track with my training and thanks to these videos i feel like i can achieve my goals

[@aishwaryathakka1870]

You have become my favourite trainer 😍 One of the best youtuber👍

[@dako89]

Thank you Tom, I finally got my first pull Up because of your videos! Now i make 6 pull ups in total... Love your channel and started with your mobility routines.

[@nivshriker3917]

You are amazing!! You are the reason i decided one year ago, after a labrum tear, to leave regular gym training (almost completely) and move to calisthenics, mobility and movement. You have and still realy inspire me. Thank you!!!!

[@juangarcia6473]

I'm at the very beginning of my fitness journey and really needed the guidance so I'm glad I found this channel

[@Kboges]

So cool to hear someone just getting into fitness! Good luck to you!

[@mohanad0408]

Been watching you since the BBR program review days. Keep up.

[@leunark]

You truly are an inspiration!

[@kunalsharma9156]

So good to see all the grind, ups and down and progress..love the work..it jist makes me think about what i can do to improve my own fitness journey❣️💪

[@GHTOONGHTOON]

Keep rocking humble warrior! Great heights ahead to you-reach for your goals.. Thank you faithfully for each single fruitful vids! 💪🤸‍♂️

[@KanecoV]

I have a playlist exclusively for stretching routines and warmups and your videos are like 80% of that playlist so you have definitely been super helpful. Keep up the great work

[@juliuh1300]

And the rest is gabo saturno 😂

[@tyronwilliams910]

I admire your consistency

[@megdaly6365]

Hi Tom! I’ve been a big fan of your channel for a few years now and just rewatched this video. So much resonated with me! I’ve been training calisthenics for 5 years now. When I started, I couldn’t even lower myself to the ground from a plank or hang on a bar. At my best, I can now do a one arm push-up on my right side and two consecutive rings muscle-ups (I should say I am a woman in my mid 30s and work full time as an anesthesiologist, so there have been many challenges on this path!). My improvement has really plateaued in the last year or so and I’m currently dealing with a supraspinatus tendinitis that is so frustrating. Seeing your recovery from your injuries gives me so much hope!

[@muhammadnuri7038]

Well done Tom. You are a true inspiration.

[@omarfal5386]

Thank you man, ur content is soooo good

[@MrColdShoot]

dude you such a great guy, super modest and real, keep it up

[@mazouzizakaryae4879]

First of all I would like to thank you for all the mobility and stretching videos you post. They helped me alot through my shoulders and back pain due to the sedentary lifestyle I have as a software developer. I am currently trying to achieve a handstand..I'm 6 weeks in but yet not able to get it right off the wall. So I'll keep building my way into it slowly but surely..Thanks alot !

[@johnpyershaherblhaddad5723]

thanks for everything you do for us

[@jeremyparrish7939]

I enjoyed this video for your perspective on training evolution. I too started on bro training . I have gotten to middle age and figured I should get good at running. This year I've not been running, rather learning bodyweight training. I like learning from your channel. Keep up good work and producing good videos and educating people like me as well as inspire us to try new things.

[@rhlnair5041994]

Just love your videos. Keep up the good work man. U really inspire me

[@christopherrogers3069]

well said sir. humble, honest and encouraging. keep up the good work

[@nez99]

Your drive is so epic man very inspiring story!

[@antonioperez7528]

Absolutely enjoyed your journey Tom. Congrats for now & the future. As you strive to better & grow yourself. ✌🏾💚🤙🏾🤗

[@Leeflow88]

Really happy for you man!!! You been on my journey since 5 years ago when I start training doing calisthenics for fisrt time I have been follow tour mobility training and help me alot! I now into cycling and running but I still still love your mobility video ! forever gratefull man!👍👍👍 You help lots of peaple that's what is all about🙏

[@user-gk8vb6dl9l]

"Long term consistency trumps short term intensity" is an absolute belter shout.

[@jakeportolese4031]

This is such a great video! Thank you for sharing your journey, gave me a great insight!

[@60SecondCalisthenics]

Tom Merrick. I'm new to your channel. 500K is wicked. Thanks for this video of the progress. Life's hard. Especially in the calisthenics "dark side". Love that it's a long term process. A journey. Awesome video. 🔥

[@LeslieLatchman]

I’ve been out with an injury for 8 months but you’ve inspired me to at least work on my body in the mean time, for example the stretching and flexibility aspect of stuff, so I’m still remaining strong and Scott.

[@tylervincent2559]

Awesome story man, sounds like you learned alot from past mistakes; and its cool that you're honest about sharing them. Recently found your channel while looking for a good mobility routine. Definitely subscribed

[@hellwroughtangel]

Very blunt with yourself, mad respect.

[@MeganAnneFitness]

Congratulations 🎉 you’ve worked really hard and it payed off!

[@thomasroddyjr1696]

I started training in March when the pandemic hit Los Angeles, and I needed to find a form of exercise outside of the gym. I'd heard of calisthenics, but never thought it was something I could do. For the past six months, I have used Tom's home workout and it's been great. Lately, I've been making some adaptations as I have been aiming for some more personal goals beyond a strong, functional body. I am so glad to have found this.

[@martinnguyen974]

I found your channel under lockdown around March 21st, when you had about 340k subs. Congratulations on 500 k, you deserve it! I've been doing your routines on a daily basis, everyday before i go to sleep, which have helped me getting more flexible. I've got massive respect and admiration for your work. Love from Denmark!

[@jessefrench9322]

Love this video, thank you Tom! It's super cool to get a better sense for your own journey, and I really appreciate your honesty about your mistakes. Seems really human to me! I can certainly relate, I got into weight training in 2015, doing Starting Strength for several months and making gains until a recurring low back injury while deadlifting and squatting put me down for the count. I think this was due to improper form, caused by muscle imbalances and mobility restrictions from constant bicycling w/o stretching. This led me to try to self-diagnose and treat; I did some of Coach Sommer's stuff for mobility and strength training (injured myself again with some weighted forward bends) and now doing some basic bodyweight rings for upper body strength, practicing handstands a few days a week, and following your beginner hamstring flexibility routine as well as daily greasing the groove as recommended in one of your videos. Pilates has also helped me a lot with building pelvic positional awareness and learning to properly engage my core. I'm excited to set some clearer goals - would love to get OAHS as well, and I'm close to my goal of palms to the floor pike! - and keep showing up. Thank you so much for your humility and willingness to share your journey!

[@rishadmaynard9124]

I been watching tom for a few months now and it's one of the best decisions I've ever made for my body and my mind. So proud of everything you've accomplished!! (also you're RIDICULOUSLY cute)