David Laid Opens Up

[@JSK_03]

David is on the verge of admitting his gear use. He keeps dropping hints, but there must be a reason he's not saying it outright. He's a smart guy and he knows a lot of kids will jump on gear as well, when they hear they could look like him

[@ahmed0083]

hes severely tied up with gymshark as a business, it would look bad if someone that high up took gear. As for the athletes themselves i dont think its as much of a deal as it used to be but theres probably a contract clause saying they cant admit

[@Lost_souls_lose_freedom]

Gym Shark is the reason he won't. They have a history of cutting ties with the guys who admit to using gear.

[@JSK_03]

@@ahmed0083 It might look bad initially, but people would forgive him pretty soon. And I think the fact that he is pretty far up the power hirarchy within the company, makes it even more likely that gymshark would also be ok with it or that he could get away with it

[@ohwell808]

Gymshark

[@useless1]

He will never admit it

[@Gunnner]

I can’t really be mad at David. He seems like a pretty good dude. He doesn’t really lie to our faces saying he’s natural. I think he doesn’t address anything because of the “gymshark contract”.

[@jaydyn_fit]

He said multiple times that he’s natural😅

[@ryked333]

@@jaydyn_fit he says tho, when he is asked tho. He doesn't flaunt it around.

[@rencecs6720]

​@@jaydyn_fit Hes slowly slipping apart, hes what my classmate aspires to be. it would dissapoint him so much to know if David ever admits to using gears But I hope he knows there could be other factors except for gears, genetics plays a huge part in this aswell and he himself doesn't have that genetic but he keeps on dreaming

[@adidkjf]

well, when i was into all thise fitness stuff back in 2014 - 2017, he clearly said like 100 times that he is natural... i think you already saw that he is not natty when you look in his face... all the people who are on gear have these extreme sharp jawlines, its always the same...

[@TheImoKun]

@@adidkjf While I agree that David isnt Natty, the jawline thing in his instance is a bad claim considering this man has had the jawline of Adonis even at 16.

[@braedonlocati8823]

This is probably the best video that greg has posted. What a great message he gives, delivering it very clearly for everyone to understand!

[@coldsteel9420]

If Coach Greg really thinks that getting jacked and shredded doesn't make you happy, then he should stop lifting and training.

[@darrenshand]

I never comment on KZbin videos but this resonated with me so deeply.. after keeping single digit body fat for over a year thinking this was healthy I got my bloods done after having no motivation, not sleeping, barely eating felt like utter dog sh.. had high prolactin due to the stress on my body. After eating more for even just 2 weeks and putting on weight, as well as getting stronger and having way more energy.. I haven't been this happy for YEARS.

[@loisthehedgehog7658]

Same for me bro, ive been skinny asf all my life. It used to not affect my daily life as I did football, rode bikes and walked everywhere but in the last 5 ish years it’s started to actual affect my physical and mental health in terms of not wanting to eat more then once a day or being tired for most the day even without doing anything. Only in the last month I’ve tried to actually eat more, it’s definitely a challenge but liquid calories have been helping somewhat.

[@darrenshand]

@Lois the hedgehog you got this man, I'm the same.. been active my whole life and people just get used to the way you are and feel like you have to look a certain way to be accepted? Do it for you! I'm trying to just stop caring.. we'll get there 💪

[@paulwoodford1984]

But you don’t look as good

[@darrenshand]

@@paulwoodford1984 and you're a pretty boy? 🤣

[@paulwoodford1984]

@@darrenshand i’m a youthful pretty boy to some yes.

[@esp86]

I absolutely understand this. When I was in my mid 20s I was around 160 between 10-13%bf and I’m only 5’5. Then I cut back on working out and then the pandemic I didn’t work out at all. I’m 33 now and I’ve been back in the gym 6 days a week and the last 9 weeks I’ve been cutting. Honestly people tell me I look incredible all the time. I have really big arms for my size. A guy stopped me at the gym just to ask me what my rear delt routine is. Yet it’s close to summer in Texas and I still find myself wearing hoodies multiple days a week because some days if I don’t sleep enough or didn’t work out I’ll feel flat. Even though I’m in better shape than 90% of people I still hide under baggy clothes because I’m not satisfied.

[@wesleyamptmeijer9450]

Are u naturel?

[@esp86]

@@wesleyamptmeijer9450 I am. I’ve always just had good genetics being short and abnormally strong. I’m no where close to the size I was when I was at my biggest though. Im only 146 now. I’m contemplating talking to my doctor about TRT I’ve just always been scared because it’s kind of a life long thing usually.

[@fisher5431]

African?

[@esp86]

@@fisher5431 no American.

[@MACA_Zeon]

@@esp86 get in that TRT in mid 40s! Way better

[@torotoro92]

You have no idea how much I appreciate what you said in the last 5 minutes of your video. Thanks Coach Greg!

[@ygalel]

I am so thankful to Coach that I am happy with my body now. It's not shredded, but leaner, stronger, better butter burner, and most importantly - not hungry and not guilty with what I eat.

[@coolgainz9307]

Good job, that’s what people need to do is to be happy and accept their flaws and just keep enjoying the journey.

[@myrusEW]

@@coolgainz9307 flaws are a mental construct.

[@JuiceBox000]

W comment keep it up

[@rajahcardio5766]

I think confidence is taught at a young age so it can be carried within. Before the gym I thought I was hot stuff and now I think I am idc who disagrees. My goal isn’t to look better it’s just to look my best as long as I can. Only person I’ve ever compared myself to has been my dad.

[@mikeaesthetic7972]

As someone who wrestled In highschool, Greg is right. Ever since I started a fitness account and wrestling I have struggled with severe body dysmorphia

[@brookes1911]

I can't help feel like changing your username might help. Maybe Fitmike/Mikefit/Mikewrestles/Healthymike? I know I'd struggle constantly trying to live up to the nickname ...aesthetic

[@splrkel]

@@brookes1911 good insight :)

[@Tsteezzz]

Coach Greg spreading a positive message harder than last time!

[@carskasnudelnz1785]

W rizz

[@Unduruz]

But not as hard as Jack. Jack is the only one spreading a positive message

[@salvadorromero9712]

0:55 LOL he literally cannot go one minute of saying something wholesome, helpful, and positive without taking every topic in existence around to be about himself and his asinine fitness quackery. I want to give him credit for being positive where it's due, but there are now plenty of people out there who do the same. And they won't contribute to body dysmorphia while ostensibly trying to fight it. (Or charge you hundreds of dollars for a large print Men's Health article tier workout or a bunch of rotisserie chicken wrap recipes, or a bottle of bug pills...but that's a different story.)

[@lucawerner502]

For me I am happy with my body the way it is right now, but at the same time I love it even more every time I improve.

[@carloselfrancos7205]

Thanks Coach Greg, you're definitely one of the best fitness youtubers out here. Thank you for spreading positive and realist thinking about all of this

[@Остин-я9м]

natty or not thank u david for bringin me up to the gym!!

[@ManuelPapacito]

Actually he's Natty

[@tser34221]

@@ManuelPapacito He is def not natural

[@g_webb21]

​@@ManuelPapacito he's off cycle but he deffo was using

[@ManuelPapacito]

@@tser34221 trust me bro

[@xtasy3155]

@@tser34221 his physique is natty but he used gear

[@tajvir]

david laid my fav natty

[@Flagooo]

Same bro

[@rocklee86]

Looks average with a shirt on, total natty

[@csrxmyedits]

@@rocklee86 def natty now but old David was enhanced imp

[@matty2855]

I put my life on the fact he is not natty he might be on a break atm but he has defo been taking growth hormone and test fact

[@LiveToDominate96]

David laid natty?Go Delete internet and change your favorite icon to barbie! Kid!

[@christianantonini4038]

“EVERYONE DESERVES LOVES BUT YOU KNOW WHO SHOULD LOVE YOU THE MOST? YOURSELF” COACH GREG❤

[@isaiahdanz3308]

Great to see David laid have self awareness in regards to the dysmorphia: that it stems from certain insecurities that are contextually unique to each individual, but collectively-it’s based on insecurity. Eating disorders are a behavioural conditioning where one trains oneself to either under-eat, or over eat. This is how one lets the insecurities control their lives rather than one controlling those insecurities, mastering them. Indeed, I may add, if I may, that these insecurities are based on physical and social insecurities. Here it is why it may be advisable for those that are brave, to really self reflect deeply about what those insecurities really are, it is the power of understanding one’s irreducible weaknesses that fitness will not reduce. What one CAN do, Is understand one’s own unique insecurities! Why so? Because then no one will be able to manipulate you by targeting those insecurities. Yes, fitness influencesr especially, must do this, in order that they do not need to live up to the praise of social media, why do I state this? Simple, because praise and admiration, also equally implies envy, and slander. I am not saying however, to abandon social media, not at all! The conclusion I am conveying, is this: influencing on social media with a physic must be done willingly and under one’s full control! To use their physics as a purpose or means for a bigger aim! The influencers make the error of letting society’s masses control and will their physics. Influencers like coach Greg, understand this, and it’s why he’s emphasizing to find contentment with getting half way to one’s dream physic. Coach Greg is unconsciously aware (perhaps consciously aware too) that social media puppets influencers by targeting their insecurities. This occurs when the influencer does not understand their root, irreducible insecurities, and has no control over the insecurities; thus, allowing the masses to find the insecurities, and seize control over the influencers insecurities… there is a concept in social psychology called encers insecurities… there is a concept in social psychology called self-discrepancy theory: where one can experience certain conflicts with the ideals of one’s self and others, the ought expectation to live up to a standard, and real self which is what one is becoming in reality. The common discrepancy in the fitness industry is the ideal self conflicting with the real self. Resulting in dejection, disappointment and frustration. The ideals of life are never meant to be reached, but are signs of our road to becoming who we are, do not get obsessed about the signs of becoming, is the philosophical interpretation of the self discrepancy theory.

[@ashtondonaghy1154]

Greg hit a home run with this video, he is breaking down Davids message for us all, love it

[@Roxxyy26]

Wow what a fantastic video and what Coach Greg said. You are so helpful to me and so many others. You keep it real and encourage us to be healthy and happy, not strive for perfection. I always look forward to your videos.

[@jesperidsoe7910]

Bro for some reason this video changed my whole view on my self and my gym bro's bodies. Thanks Greg

[@Jay_Z.]

Dang, great video Coach Greg! This spoke to me and I think we need to hear your positive professional advice on body dysmorphia as it is an issue. 💪

[@rubenalvarez6830]

Great point Coach Greg!! The one thing that I would say helps is to try and not keep comparing oneself to others. Just compare yourself to you. Don't Scrutinize yourself, neither.

[@amycantu9471]

Wow! You are speaking to me bro! And probably everyone else in the world too. No matter how good others think you look, you will always want to be better. Enjoy the journey, “half way there”, or “somewhere in the middle”. Thank you for this video ❤

[@filmscene2.014]

I've been following david for a really long time and this video gives a nice message, in my opinion as an athlete knowing anyway that social networks change reality and seeing live video of david his physique is easily reachable it's true social networks only show us one aspect, but we must be the ones to appreciate this sport not only to have a muscular body but for pleasure and passion

[@highcalibertrainers]

Coach Greg You Are Always Keeping It Real For Us 🤝 Respect 💪🏻

[@nabi5864]

His hairline not helping his case

[@BK_vrgaming]

Fr

[@yazzy3177]

isnt balding normal past 20?

[@Michael_wsg]

Ya and even for many people you start thinning in late teens

[@hazmatbob1519]

Like why is hairline a problem nowadays? Its normal lmao

[@williamj.dovejr.8613]

I understand this... my body transformation caught a lot of attention, I felt great but it started feeling like a job... plus no girl wanted to know my personality and focused on the outside, my body transformation brought out the best in me, but it brought out the worst in the people around me... so I got away from them.

[@ModelJames13]

That's a dumb complaint.

[@RealPlasmodium]

@@ModelJames13 No it’s not. I’ve been used by women for my body and it’s dehumanizing and makes you feel dirty.

[@teppopierune5520]

​@@ModelJames13 How?

[@nateo200]

Greg is one of the few content creators on KZbin where I will happily listen to him advertise his products because he seems to have a genuine take it or leave it idc stance. Great video.

[@Wazeirmo]

Hey Greg I just bought your cookbook and I’ve been wanting to do it for a very long time. It’s probably been the best decision I’ve made. Thank you.

[@shmulik1132]

"dont develop body dysmporphia", its like saying dont be sad, dont get depressed, its out of our control, something bothers us and it ticks us every single day, we cant just ignore it

[@coolgainz9307]

I agree with coach Greg of what he quoted, body dysmorphia is not hard to get rid of, people make it hard and yes you should never develop body dysmorphia or you’re doing something wrong

[@testableracer]

​@@coolgainz9307 absolutely do not agree. I have had body dysmorphia my entire life. Not from when I was a teenager or a preteen, but for as long as I can remember. Even as a small child I was very insecure about how I looked, and was jealous of skinny kids who had abs just from being healthy kids. I did not develop it from the gym, I did not develop it as an adult, I've had it for as far back as I can remember. It's not as simple as "well just don't get body dysmorphia, if you do you're doing something wrong" that is by far the stupidest thing I've ever fucking heard. Some people are never happy with how they look, or how tall they are, or what color their hair is. It's not an easily controlled variable, that can just be shifted into the right direction or flipped off like a switch.

[@coolgainz9307]

@@testableracer Ok so ur saying that it’s hard to not develop body dysmorphia, No it’s not because people make it hard by complaining like stop that, and I’m not being a hypocrite because I’m still insecure about my waist being thick and not small but I don’t complain unlike you and others about myself but what I did instead is accept it and moved on and only focus on the good parts about my body so that’s why I never have body dysmorphia because I’m already satisfied with myself and I don’t need social media to make me feel inferior because I’m the exact opposite, now yes I understand that people have body dysmorphia but people need to get rid of it immediately instead of complaining because that’s what only children do, we are men not boys and we need to start acting like it or it makes you a low value men that’s why I don’t respect people with body dysmorphia and doing nothing about it.

[@coolgainz9307]

@@testableracer And the fact that you said” People are never happy” that’s partially true because people need to learn to accept their flaws and be strong about it and not complaining over and over again because I’m sick and tired of that and that’s what makes us weak because we don’t embrace our flaws and yes nobody is perfect and that’s the way life is supposed to be and there is no such thing as perfection

[@testableracer]

@@coolgainz9307 where the fuck was I complaining? Because I explained with an example of how I have body dysmorphia? Are you an actual doofus? Your social media comment does not pertain to me, outside of KZbin I have ZERO social media. No Snapchat, no Instagram, no Twitter, and no Facebook. So no I don't need social media to increase or decrease how I feel about myself compared to others. I also never said not to accept your flaws. Everybody has them. But for some people, just like depression or ptsd from childhood trauma, it's nearly impossible to get rid of. Is that an excuse? No, I also never said it was okay to make an excuse not to better yourself. I have horrible childhood trauma, to the point where I can't even remember certain parts of my life because my brain blocks it out. Could that be my reason and cause for body dysmorphia? Possibly, but I never made a comment saying it was an excuse, nor have I ever used an excuse not to better myself. So get the hell off your high horse thinking that you 1.) Know anything about me 2.) Think you have the right to tell people how easy it is not to have it, when you literally just fucking admitted you have it yourself.

[@loisthehedgehog7658]

I’ve been a skinny guy all my life, at one point I was 6’1 and like 53kg which was way too skinny for my frame. I’m 61kg now (134lbs) and still abit too skinny for my frame as I can tell because I still have a lot of exposed bones that are uncomfortable. Always been insecure about my body as I’ve had others judged me for being so skinny but I’ve been learning to love my body! I’m not tryna transform myself to look better per say but to feel better instead. I always listen to your tips and advice to make sure I don’t fall into the traps 💯

[@Raziq.D]

thats Huge bro

[@BammyQ]

Lois is a guy? 😱

[@loisthehedgehog7658]

@@Raziq.D cheers bro 💪🏼💯

[@loisthehedgehog7658]

@@BammyQ yeah bruh

[@thedude8526]

You'll get there man. I was 135 at 6'2" when I was in high school. Started lifting weights, eating more and now Im 170lbs 18 years later. People still say Im skinny lmao but I dont care anymore. I totally get how it feels to be judged when you're skinny.

[@VanDutch87]

The mental struggle is definitely real. I went from a skin and bones 145 to a lean but muscular 170 lbs and I’m still not satisfied. Took me a year to put on that weight. I’m always trying to get bigger. Haven’t touched PEDs though and I don’t intend to

[@CayleLutz]

Very similar for me 145 to 175 and still feel subpar

[@wearetheremnants1615]

That's amazing progress..well done

[@Funnykiid18]

Same bro I try to just picture myself meeting 99 pound me and it changes my perspective

[@bobbyhill4118]

One test cycle won’t shut you down that bad, PED’s are just condemned in today’s world. You will recover your natural levels within a few weeks to a month or two and keep most of the muscle although you will drop 7-10 pounds of water afterwards. Who really cares if David is on the juice, he’s still not that much different from all of us. He’s got pretty lackluster strength numbers with the exception of the 675 deadlift. If he wants to not admit anything I’d 100% respect that.

[@shred9475]

went from 140 bones and skin to 200 lbs 10% bf and also still not satisfied. need at least an other 10 lbs for now.

[@lindsay9697]

Hey Coach this is a great video with an excellent message. I think it would be beneficial to cover a video that these 1%’s who undergo cosmetic surgury are only doing so to follow trends. The caveat being they have enough money to undo these surgeries when the trend is no longer in season. Then regular folk who try to buy there way into these extreme trends, are stuck with something that for the most part, can’t be easily undone. Thanks for reading.

[@fenkasok2796]

Greg is such a genuine person

[@Flappy9]

Lol

[@workoutwithwaterhouse2129]

I really do believe when I’ve attained a great physique I’ll be happy. I actually feel happy now with what I have because I’ve worked for and earned it all by myself. I put in so much hard work day in and day out and have a strong mindset and determination. Once you’ve achieved it you have to maintain that which will be the best part having the joy to keep the physique you’ve built!

[@JasonS-eo7sh]

I went to a very large Big 10 school (45,000) students. I came to that school from SoCal and was tall (6' 6"), tan and muscular. My competition at that college was almost non-existent. 90% of the guys there were mediocre to below average looking and were terrible at talking to girls. Yet no matter how many girls I picked up or slept with, I still kept thinking I could be better and do better. I remember my junior year of college, I slept with 48 women, and I was pissed it wasn't 50. My entire self-esteem was based on how I looked and how many women I could pick up. Worse, that continued all the way into my 30's except I added in a third obsession, money. It wasn't until I met and married my wife at the age of 36, that I finally let all of that nonsense go. I based my happiness on my marriage and being the best husband possible and I was finally truly happy with myself. THEN, a little over 6 months ago, my wife was killed. Now, at the age of 44 I'm completely lost. My wife was the best thing that ever happened to me. She made me an unselfish, caring, non-superficial man. My wife was an amazing woman. Ridiculously beautiful on the inside and outside. Every time we were out, I would think to myself, I have the best wife, better than anyone else's. I could easily revert back to my old self and be obsessed with the superficial things again and that's what scares me.

[@melviness4769]

I am very sorry for your loss bro.. you can make it through stronger than ever, I believe in you.

[@yungalch8987]

Damn man keep being a good person for her.

[@notoriouskid7105]

Bro if you think your marriage would have made you happy and finally attain satisfaction in your life, than you're dead wrong, you're making stupid assumptions cuz we as people are never satisfied and are always chasing the new thing, some may be superficial, some may be not, both are the same, freedom and burden are both illusions, I think you finally understood that both nothing in this world is worth pursuing as everything is temporary, so why not pursue which is real and absolute.

[@bruhman3566]

⁠@@notoriouskid7105dumbest take I have ever read

[@matthewmcgee4053]

This is a really solid video. Thank you, Coach Greg

[@Larse2]

"If you can't love yourself, how do you expect others to love you?" -Coach Greg

[@fenrirgg]

Actually I don't expect anyone to love me 🤔

[@JeffOchoaFitnessDudeJeff]

Hey Greg I see the good things you do and I hope you continue. Good sound advice never gets old my friend 💪

[@jamalmirdad295]

Greg used to post 1 video per day. Now he does 2-3 videos per day. You always want more. Thats exactly what life is all about. More and more. More muscle, more money, more place to visit, more videos, more plates, more dates, etc. It doesnt mean you are unhappy with something you posses rn, but we as human, are always looking for something to improve. Its ok you can do that. Wanna be shredded for the summer? Go do that my friend, dont overcomplicate things. Go on and reach whatever it is that you want in life 😊

[@felixtjoanda3841]

More tren, more men... Kekekkekek

[@WeWhoSuffer]

People always want more, you’re right, he’s over the last week he’s been posting 2-3videos a day and constantly pushing his supplements…people always want more. We need to be happy with what we have.

[@akbar41]

Coach Greg--I've been a fan for a while. Mostly, I found you have an interesting take on things. This particular video, though, you presented so much wisdom. I'm going from subscriber to fan.

[@spencerschubert5001]

If a young man (anything under about 40 years old) trains with high intensity, consistent improvement of technique, high frequency, and allow himself to gain moderate weight over the course of 3-4 years… he will look damn good even at 18-20% body fat.

[@spencerschubert5001]

@John only if you train like a pussy and do not progressively load ab exercises with extra resistance to stay somewhere in the 8-15 rep range with decent training frequency. I can point to numerous aesthetic natural physiques who have impressive definition carrying that level of body fat. And you have some other more extreme examples like the Eddie Hall and Mike Tyson looks who have plenty of ab definition even up to closer to 30% body fat. Ab anxiety keeps people small.

[@spencerschubert5001]

@Cody “damn good” is relatively if you want to put a number to that… I’d say 21-22 ffmi… which is noticeablely jacked. Well above average.

[@Seifoz]

I like the transparency of greg and the free advice lesgoo coach greg ftw

[@takiskyriakos]

Coach greg, you re an amazing role model.

[@carlidali3666]

fr you are literally a great person greg

[@maxirunpl]

David Laid is handsome, tall, great body he is basically a chad and I'm here wondering how great life would be if I had genetics like him. But as I see everybody has some insecurities and problems no matter how great their life seems to be.

[@gavvypatty]

Are you ever going to do the viewers body fat videos again? I really enjoyed watching them

[@Borgborg128]

He’s prob tired of em

[@hvacmaniac5751]

That hair thinning is the culprit

[@dannyhalley9076]

Speak for yourself. Love being on prep. Love being 5% bodyfat and it makes me very very happy !

[@krane15]

How does the song go -- "some day your look will be gone." What then?

[@FesteringTsar]

The struggle is real. I know the feeling.

[@_the_eversor_lad_]

Maingaining is the way, it's consistent and you can easily do it over a long period of time, essentially your entire life, while actually being HEALTHY. To y'all, listen to Coach Greg.

[@some_random_wot_dude485]

Actually I am very happy about my transformation and my current body. In the past the were some signs of body dismorphia but coach Greg’s videos helped me to just focus on myself

[@Justbecause7777]

Body dismorphia is for losers.

[@dougp9382]

David Laid: I'm thinking about going on TRT. Your hairline: You're already on stuff!

[@wearerockstarz85]

Look David is awesome and we always be awesome in my eyes

[@zackarysun297]

Enjoy the journey! Great video Coach 🙏🏾

[@djperez399]

His hair line looks less natty than last time

[@Rectify21]

Yup, bald head incoming

[@Radi0B0ts]

brooooo

[@chriseneim1]

Yea he can’t hide it with that comb over anymore. From Bieber to Andrew tate in a few years

[@HugoWisen]

getting in shape will 100% make you happier

[@Limit5482]

I stated my journey 5 years ago. Built a little bit of muscle and dieted down to a pretty lean for ME body fat %. That’s day I looked at myself in the mirror and said “I look to small and like a stick” so I ended up kind of bulking up and in constant cut mode. 💩 never ends and I’m not even close to being happy but I’m slowly not caring anymore. I’m old 43 and as long a so can try and stay in pretty good shape I guess that the best I can do This cutting cycle never ends and I always feel like horrible crap I give up and will just try and be happy and maintain my average physique Looks like I don’t even work out but at least I’m not fat anymore and that was the initial goal So I should be happy Right?

[@jonahjohnson7247]

Great video! You should also do a video reviewing how Casey Kelly did at his body building show and how his prep was

[@maudmiribel]

yes!

[@Nic_Fit]

Really great topic for me today actually thank you.. I’ve been dealing with this a lot lately, as you can tell from my profile picture im decently muscular (6’6 205lbs)… butttt I still feel extremely skinny or underweight and that may be because I started training almost anorexic(6’4 160lbs because of drug abuse) it’s the thought of the way I used to look and just being so scared that anyone would ever perceive me like that again. I’ve actually contemplated taking ped’s many times because of this and even now I sit here and think “I’ll probably end up hopping on eventually” even if that’s just because I want to compete, it’s still not something I should ideally consider. Still trying to keep a positive mindset and train harder than last time though haha! Anyone who read this thank you so much💪🏼

[@chrisruiz3269]

I mean you can hop on a little bit of test but you really have to control it because it can also turn into an addiction but keep in mind this will not heal your dysmorfia because even Mr Olympia has it

[@Nic_Fit]

@@chrisruiz3269 yeah see that’s the thing Is like you said, I know it won’t help the dysmorphia but I do think it would help with my overall hormone levels so it’s kind of a mental conflict… I’m definitely gonna consult my doctor and see what’s going on first so I can make a more educated decision

[@marcrchz]

@@Nic_Fit You think you can fix a hormonal issue with taking artificial hormones? I have seen the damage. Don’t even consider PED‘s if you want to improve your health, you know it goes downhill from there. If you feel too skinny, best you can do is pay attention to eating.

[@francosanchez8500]

From seeing others. I’d say give it some more years of training homie. A proper bulk does wonders and with age and muscle maturity you might look bigger or feel fuller. My uncle has been working out for 30+ years and he looks so crazy he looks like he’s on gear even in the morning with bad lightning 😂 crazy what adding 1-2 pounds of muscle a year only does when you do it for a decade! Muscle maturity and pushing natural limits pays off. GOODLUCK bro!

[@idkbrndn]

I used to not like your content because you scream but lately I’ve been watching your videos because you’re very knowledgeable on the sport.

[@OTCDynamics]

Coach Greg is one of the very few sane voices left on social media.

[@josephnono8161]

Greg always speaking facts!💯

[@lestepback]

As someone who is at around 13% BF ( a legit 13% abs not flexed shoulder veins etc) I feel a lot better than at 17-18%. I started at 1800 calories with over a gram of protein per pound of body weight to lose the BF and have gotten to 2500 calories for maintenance and still leaning out while getting stronger. Everyones goal should be to be more healthy and to be your best self. Stay on the grind everyone

[@ImNotRamping]

​@Curren Phillips 0.7-1g of protein per lb is optimal for protein synthesis aka building/maintaining muscle mass

[@jacobisaiballadareszelaya1984]

I do have the same. I remember feeling skinny after 2 years of training, and a lot o people were saying that I was big and that I look strong. so I analyzed the situation and I just decided to get to some stats and that I will feel happy when I get that physique regardless if I don't see that in the mirror I am 187 cm tall. I am training to be 90 kg with single body fat and 45 cm arm. right now I am 93 kg with 14 % body fat and 42 cm arm so I have to continue working but for example now I feel happy with my physique, I know I look good and strong, I want to get to my goals but I also know what I have before I was looking good, but I was feeling like it is nothing. but now I know who I am, and what I got.

[@dikhed227]

I don't have body dysmorphia myself, but my view of other peoples physiques is completely skewed now because I'm spending so much time on fitness social media. I saw an anorexic girl some time ago and I thought to myself: ''damn she's shredded". Only realising a couple seconds later that she is actually anorexic lol

[@timothydamoulis2574]

😂

[@nfrankiksa4596]

That cracked me up so bad lmao 😂

[@centagus8797]

I ate you

[@jullejapp4895]

Zyzz got is all

[@FIVES_566]

Thx coach, wise words, very good video.

[@rommmmmmm4096]

im 15 and i was about to start using performance enhancors, thank you for this video greg it opened my eyes i dont actually need them

[@soulunbound4882]

Thats braindead

[@jess5e]

Bro your 15.....

[@tommywongvj]

Coach Greg, the realeast in the game.

[@Abel69black]

For the first time in my life I ve done a “dirty bulk” just to hit a stupid stength based goal. One thing I found very odd, is that despite the fact that my body looks crappier than last time. I haven’t had a single moment of body dysmorphia and sitting around 25% BF. Personally I feel the best around 15% but around there and lower I Am definitely having the worst cases of body dysmorphia. Especially if I get a bit bloated or something because it can make my composition look drastically different at that low of bf%

[@dannyramirez5595]

What type of foods did you consume?

[@Abel69black]

@@dannyramirez5595 I kept my diet consistent with what I normally ate so that I would always be hitting my daily protein but I allowed myself to indulge in a daily basis on things I don’t normally eat, like trail mix, muffins, peanut butter galore, etc

[@emrebennett2857]

I always felt that my arms were too small and were just bones. At (around 12% bodyfat) I told myself that I would be happy if I got 14 inch arms.. I got there during my school years but I still felt ashamed. I told myself that if I could get to 15 inch I would finally feel normal. Got to 15 inch at around 16 - 17 years old (imagine 15inch arms on a 5' 8 - 16 yo kid).. but I still felt like a weed.. It wasn't until I got married and was speaking to my wife when she said "honestly, I prefer less muscular men" (I got up to 15.5 inch arms) then I realised I had to accept I was doing this due to my own insecurities.. not to "look good" I then was watching a KZbin video about arm sizes that said lean 15 inch arms on a natural person is actually really impressive.. that was the aha moment that forced me to really be proud of myself and what I have achieved! Now I train mainly for function to help with judo performance.

[@aesthetics6355]

It looks like David is losing his hair

[@qaisjaffri6280]

respect Greag great video learnt alot

[@scuddster]

"Looks like he is saying goodby to his hair"

[@mararm8099]

greg making a lot of sense here. if i knew 3 years ago what i look like today i would think i can't be true, but i u told me back then at what lengths i had to go to, to achieve the physique and the mindset i woulda told u ur crazy.

[@ugen8584]

Laid needs help *I need help getting Laid 😔

[@farrelllobo548]

Greg helping with good practical advice..... Respect 🌟🙂👍

[@nachmzln1779]

SPREADING POSITIVE MESSAGE HARDER THAN LAST TIME

[@Kk-py7bg]

Best thing I ever heard about fitness, there is nothing I can disagree on in this video.

[@IkramKhan-wf7lr]

Bet Laid regrets not having the camera on the other side.

[@Jared-qp7xe]

Should have worn his tuque!

[@sebagloup]

hes such a pro at taking photos you gotta admire it...the angle and light in the podcast his arms look soooo much smaller compared to ig

[@wendycabuso9854]

We all going on to something. Id rather have pressure than depression because i spent my time unproductively.

[@anteep4900]

David laid an egg

[@josephpelletier7750]

Who else agrees that David laid still has the dream physique?

[@followthemusic01]

Jeff seid too

[@Luisn_n]

Ryeley Palfi

[@ygalel]

I want bearclaws like that.

[@fotis3v480]

Frank zane? DadStead? Nowhere near close dream physique.

[@Ali-ol7pk]

@@fotis3v480 maybe to you, to many people its not aesthetic and is too big.

[@porcupinecraig]

The secret is to find your true happiness and THEN get shredded. Basing your happiness on superficial things has never worked. I have a great life and I know who I am. So getting shredded, and I"ve done it a few times and I usually stay in great shape. Getting in better shape just makes my life even better because I already have the correct foundation.

[@adangarcia3791]

Anyone notices his hairline receding? (David laid)

[@fuarkbrah0]

Yeah

[@FullSpeedz]

He’d be aight to just shave it grow the beard out, aged laid look 😆

[@dougnotguilty]

Very damn wholesome - Great vid Coach

[@TheCreamchee]

Hairline is all the evidence you need 🤣

[@tafikay]

King Greg, keep up the content chief.

[@Flicksy]

i feel like he's off whatever he was on as of right now, maybe still on test though.

[@thouveninvijayan3073]

He sures downsized !

[@Lmessiah1]

i hope he isnt on trt at 25

[@sup7933]

Nah he still looks insane, he just isn’t pumped though

[@lovelyrabin3177]

thank u. fr. i needed to hear that.

[@nicholasc.7549]

everyone on steroids - Nate Diaz

[@wesleyamptmeijer9450]

Just started training in december and im verry proud on the gains i made

[@ScratchArkkitehti]

At this point hes gotta have hairline dysmorphia ....bro that 2015 combover aint it.

[@xorry77]

it was obvious he hopped on gear at around 17. natty or not david will always be my biggest inspo being 6'3 155 in highschool now 190 idk if i would have believed in myself if it weren't for this man

[@bushdog9819]

Greg you look more jacked everyday mate. What a legend 💪🏼

[@kranksgaming]

Lift his front hair flap up 😈😎🏛

[@kranksgaming]

@Truth Seeker P I have you shit Kent

[@SelfBuilt]

If you find joy in the journey and happiness from within, you won't need a BF % to define your happiness. But don't forget to be happier than last time 💪

[@nightwing4065]

Getting LAID harder than last time.

[@AutumnPrinceProductions]

While you never really get a perfect satisfaction, I can definitely say after going from 120-180 from 19-31 years old at 10% BF, I am quite happy with the progress I've made, but it just makes you want more. No longer in a needy way, but from a place of excitement and self love. Looking better CAN help you accept yourself, but you need to be open to taking the progress you get and actually appreciating it on your journey. The journey doesn't end until you start deteriorating and give up.

[@jamar2349]

His hairline tells me everything I need to know.