Dorian Yates

In this video, Geoff talks about 6 time Mr. Olympia winner Dorian Yates and how he became one of the top bodybuilders in the world from a gym in Birmingham (UK).
He also discusses the lessons he is still learning from his days as a nightclub bouncer, Musashi among others.
Links relating to the video/podcast below:
Dorian Yates - A Portrait of Dorian Yates: The Life and Training Philosophy of the World's Best Bodybuilder -
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Dorian Yates Website - www.dorianyatesnutrition.co.uk
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[@mattavila7889]

I started working out when Dorian was the man but I watched the London reel as well as other interviews which gave me a whole new level of respect for the man.

[@larryleguizamon2906]

The most productive bodybuilding period I had following Dorians training philosophy by then I been training at least 15 years with not much to show, after apply Dorians concepts I started too look like a pro bodybuilders the man is brilliant.

[@Amivgr1]

A true philosopher you are, Thompson

[@KeithMiddleton01]

great video Geoff, I remember seeing Dorian Yates do a seminar in Newcastle upon Tyne think it was late 80s or early 90s he had just won Mr Olympia but turned up in good shape he did a talk on stage then came back on stage and did his routine on stage and he was awesome the then did signings,he was very approachable and around 2 years later I was working in Birmingham for a week so I found out where his gym was and had a few hours of so went along to do a session unfortunately he was doing a seminar but they said he would be back in a few day they showed me around to my surprise his gym had no fancy equipment it was a good spit and sawdust type of gym I probably had the best session I was feeding of Dorian yates he was in the air he was in the walls he was in the weights I went back a few days later and he was there training I didn't bother him but that stayed with me and inspired me in my training for many years

[@itzajdmting]

Awesome talk, Geoff. I joined your mailing list in 1994 when I was 13, your books helped form who I am at my very core. I have lived in the west Midlands for the last 11 years too, so your stories feel even more relatable. Thank you for your commitment to spreading these seeds of wisdom.

[@yojerico5856]

I love this man's Philosophy and have been following him for over 30 years now and he just gets better and better the older he gets lol nice one Geoff

[@hamishmcewan1176]

I remember reading your book about working on the door, it must've been around 20 years ago and still remember quotes from it, "nice lad" and how after a good run and a good workout your tea tasted sweeter. It's funny how you remember these things.

[@deadlift1974]

Geoff your message is inspiring mate

[@ThePaulaon1]

Heard a quote recently from someone who is about to attempt crossing the Arctic solo and unaided. When asked about his plans and tactics and secret ingrediants that he plans to use to help him succed. He simply said "there is no black art to putting one ski in front of the other".

[@donnyholman1547]

I saw it . Yes he has a powerful presence. However I was more motivated by your stories and your own presence is powerful. Much respect

[@christopherjcarson]

Excellent talk,very helpful and full of insight! Many thanks to Louis G Thompson and his wife for these talks. The absence of ego and the clear onus on the importance of imparting knowledge for service, are evident through out!

[@delboy9617]

The growths in the discomfort! great quote. Add consistancy to that and always trying to improve with goals, backed by belief and you can't go wrong.

[@sz7472]

del boy everything you said is what I try preach to everyone today They don’t want to listen though

[@ilike2slug]

Great video by an inspirational man.

[@donnyholman1547]

Much love and Respect my friend

[@Aqhi007]

thank you sir for this video

[@shrimpman8422]

As usual great video,

[@eleveneleven572]

I can remember him training at the Muscle Machine on Hurst St in Birmingham during the 80's. Also Dave Gauder trained there.

[@Strabbs12345]

I've run 7 full marathons around the world, and just trained for Dublin for 4 months and didn't get fit enough to to run on the day. And what Geoff says is right, I trained in my comfort zone, and only managed to get to 16 miles a few times. Now aim killing my self on the tread mill at 15k per hour, like he's says, there's no growth in comfort. Inspiring to me at this moment in time

[@zidiezid]

excellent video

[@aticusaticus9138]

this is a very insightful and thoughtful analysis of perfecting an art, a skill or a vocation.

[@captmidnite8142]

Thank you Geoff

[@DeeJay003]

Amazing.

[@samweller2099]

Good vid Geoff.

[@ClaudioPascual]

You are absolutly right mate

[@SendaiKenpo]

Thank you :-)

[@1967davidfitness]

Hi Geoff, i have known about you since the 90's, and really like your humility that you project. Can I ask you your thoughts on why my legs shake when I have to confront people from time to time. It's really embarassing, or is it something that happens generally during possible conflicts? I always hold back from using violence, and seek another solution, but the shaking is really annoying, many thanks.

[@donnyholman1547]

I want to read the book. I have just been too broke to order it. L.o.l. And Musashi is one of my biggest Idols.

[@vitruvianfreewheelingstoic2783]

Met Dorian at temple in 96, 18 inch forearm and had the pleasure of watching him unscrewing a bottle top of a plastic bottle of water and his forearm moved like an independent set of a dozen different anatomical relationships. He done well post fame unlike poor Ronnie even through the weights were similar. His mind was his tool

[@Abu_Bilaal]

If you found the above video helpful you will love the book 'Do the Work' by Steven Pressfield.

[@olivastallonechannel4444]

All you guys from UK are beautiful from India

[@johntynan8161]

Geof way ahead of all the bulshido out there, simulating real life confrontation truthfully incredible

[@eraproductions9923]

i remember making Tonfers in my own kitchen out the chair legs from the 4 piece dining table seating arrangement well me mum wasn't happy

[@eraproductions9923]

but i was a ninja after i made them and i use to find these mental things on the road they had these little teeth round the edge so i snapped a few teeth out well i turned them into ninja stars and i would practice for hours with those things i don't know if it bothered the neighbours with the banging as they hit the wooden partition between our neighbouring houses but when i was in bed i could hear them knocking to each other saying goodnight to each other i think he was a loud snorer or she was

[@jb6368]

Shhhhhhhhhh,,, mass is on. stop scrolling

[@findvoltage]

shouldnt your wife be uploading vids, Behind evry great man is an even greater woman..

[@TruthTellert63]

There's a word that describes this phrase -- LIE.

[@carvedouttastone]

Couldn't listen to you continously clear your phlegm into my headphones...Jesus man, use your head - you're giving a webcast for Christ's sake.

[@saturatedbrownie8048]

Your loss mate.

[@carvedouttastone]

truly devastated

[@saturatedbrownie8048]

+Shawn Stone could just look past it and try to listen to his message.

[@louissavage539]

Shawn Stone what a fool

[@deadlift1974]

The message was all I heard