Following My First Year Diet & Training | 4,000 CALORIES + FREE Beginners Full Body Program

In today's video I go way way back to when my lifting journey started, in 2013. Like most people when they first start out, I didn't know much. So I decided to follow a day of my diet and training that I logged back in my journal. Throughout the video I talk about the do's and don'ts as well as how I would do it differently now!
The day consisted of a 4,000 calorie diet with TONS of protein as well as an insane leg workout that came out to 27 sets. Potentially some unplanned donuts were consumed in the process too :)
To help get you started, I put together a 3 day/ week full body routine that I wish I could go back and follow:
Day 1
- Squat 4x5-8
- Bench Press 4x5-8
- Pendlay Row 4x5-8
- Lateral Raise 3x12-15
- Lat Pulldown 3x10-12
- Barbell Curl (superset) Skull Crusher 3x10-12
Day 2
- Deadlift variation of choice 4x5-8
- Standing Press 4x5-8
- Chest Supported Row 3x10-12
- Incline DB Press 3x10-12
- Shrugs 3x10-12
- Tricep Pushdown 3x12-15
Day 3
- Squat 4x5-8
- Close Grip Bench Press 3x8-10
- Pendlay Row 4x5-8
- Reverse Pec Dec 3x12-15
- Neutral Grip Pulldown 3x10-12
- Incline DB Curl 3x12-15
*Standard linear progression scheme*
* Rest day between workout days- Typical workout split (Monday/ Wednesday/ Friday)*
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since when skinny=insane?....

[@marcocfitness]

3:36 Will: 'Eat big to get FAT' Coach Greg: (smiles behind the screen like a proud daddy)

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@Mr Anonymous 😂

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This isnt true you DO have to eat big to get big. If you eat like a bird guess what your going to look small.

[@jazminebaguinon9464]

I honestly wish I discovered Will earlier... he’s the quarantine content we all needed

[@urasay2]

He is my quarantine discovery. Love the guy and I am a high fat- carnivore person that does not even agree with his nutrition theories. He is just so funny and I love it.

[@Manwitdamoustache]

Right!! I stumbled across this channel a couple weeks ago and instantly fell in love. Ollie, his sarcastic dry humor, genuine personality and of course the food and fitness. Hell, even his girlfriend is likeable. Gold mine of a channel

[@starogre]

yea but the gym equipment you needed is not available

[@nassssss]

Facts

[@Wikkedfit]

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[@jacobstuckey8767]

I don’t think 2013 Will realizes how suspicious it is that he just brings a bag of white powder with him

[@theoutsiderjess1869]

Ikr

[@leefiedler5665]

Story time:::: my friend just got some new pre workout and we were sitting in his car outside my house he was putting some pre in a baggie for me, and my neighbors walk by and see my friend and I holding up a bag of white powder. How suspicious

[@bak1386]

2013 I was def carrying bag of white powder too 🤘😛

[@dbone3356]

Imagine trying to take that through a border.

[@Joe_Pittard]

it's a pretty good excuse when the cops get you.

[@thestoik5440]

Ok but we want Ollie's training routine he's obviously more jacked.

[@oscar61200]

He's trenning harder than last time

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How I'd top off Will kzbin.info/www/bejne/banIiqB-jdeMmLs

[@spartacus987]

Ollie isn't natty

[@oscar61200]

@@spartacus987 Greg Doucette: Ollie Natty or Not!

[@Jekaterina92]

Will is so different to the other fitness channels, I actually don't feel bad eating donuts while watching his videos

[@WillTennyson]

Awesome! That's the goal!

[@yomommashaus]

yeah except i now know how cheap timmies donuts are and the addiction is beginning lol

[@Unknown-hx2no]

You should

[@SeyeAwonuga]

@@Unknown-hx2no nah hes fine as long as he has it in moderation.

[@thomasgarcia3366]

Exactly!! How does Will post so much content of himself eating and still not look like a fat turd?

[@Nova3482]

Will bringing a bag of white powder to the gym is the most Will thing I can imagine

[@WillTennyson]

hahaha

[@mariastivala4437]

and he says he never tried cocaine 😔😔

[@Silverdust4797]

I can't be the only one who literally drops everything and clicks on youtube everytime Will posts a video

[@jessicarecio5810]

Same! Lol

[@joshmangone1268]

The Thursday/Sunday posts are the only way I know what day it is in quarantine 😆

[@jahmd8377]

I don’t. He talks so damn fast I have to make sure I am the right headspace to watch his videos. I watch all of them, just not immediately.

[@Jay-we2ek]

@@jahmd8377 Same here just different reason. I guess they're also using hyperbole. I doubt they *literally* drop everything to get on KZbin to watch Will. That's not how life works lol. He's good, great in fact. But doubt anyone drops what they do to watch immediately.

[@kruemelkevin]

Yeah, just dropped my baby to watch this video

[@MamaSwole]

Can we talk about how amazing Will's mom looks?! A queen🙌

[@marinacamponescki767]

She ripped asf lmao!

[@MamaSwole]

@@marinacamponescki767 right?!

[@hannah6yearsago683]

yessir

[@shatdamouthboyah4568]

His sister is one hell of a woman too

[@letshavefun5210]

@@marinacamponescki767 ripped hahahahahahahaha check your eyesight she's like a zombie

[@mmckee20]

The quality progression from your first couple videos to now is quite unreal. Keep up the hard work. Also, thanks for keeping all your viewers both motivated and entertained! You’re the man.

[@WillTennyson]

Appreciate it! Thank you!

[@Rexai89]

Must be that Progressive Overload at work

[@brandonrenzi8424]

Just started my fitness YT, not to promote or anything, but I'm extremely excited to document my journey, with you being my inspiration. Take care

[@WillTennyson]

Can't wait to watch your journey man! Best of luck!

[@brandonrenzi8424]

@@WillTennyson This made my day, thank you so much.

[@Zzvikkizz]

Will u are the person that taught me to enjoy the journey and find balance. Look back, u probably never thought that u will inspire so many people, but, u did it!Be proud of yourself! So thankful for u and your kindness, humor, and most importantly your inspiring mindset.♥

[@ViciousSeed]

Discovering this channel has made me rethink fitness. I've been doing more adventurous things just to get moving. Loving the channel, keep pumping out great content.

[@WillTennyson]

Love to hear that. That's my goal! Thank you :)

[@ezkillp4972]

I've only been following Will & Ollie for a few weeks but I'm hooked. I'm in the worst shape of my life following a car accident back in December, peaking at 286 Lbs (132 kilos or 21 stones) ... all fat. His videos have helped me get my focus back and its literally falling off, down 4 kilos. Cheers William. 😋

[@nelson5743]

"I started off with free information online that's why ill never charge you guys"... I just turned in my hetero/cis card I'm in love with this dashing young man

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Still cis just gay bro

[@lilwassy2436]

Bro will's video is so addictive to me...i have been following you for 9 months and man i can't live without you...much love from italy my g🇮🇹❤️

[@WillTennyson]

Thanks for your support! Sending all the love back your way

[@lilwassy2436]

❤️❤️❤️

[@irasingh8884]

A very candid and helpful rewiew of what a beginner should or shouldn't do. You are very good Will ,but let's admit that more than half the likes are for Ollie. Ollie : you live the good life .Cheers!!

[@joedisilvestro7225]

I’m new to this channel and I truly like this kids energy and message. Good on you will for being an honest and true “circle”. Thank you! Also you gained a new subscriber!

[@WillTennyson]

Glad to have you around Joe! Thanks for the kind words, means alot!

[@glennicholas3265]

When are you going to show us Ollies first year of training? After all, he got the sponsorship.

[@ilhamjaa5059]

Are you natural hypertrophy's brother?

[@glennicholas3265]

@@ilhamjaa5059 we are all brothers and sisters really.

[@Marsynahonico]

His brand is Gym-shark (ollie's

[@ShadyGMA]

His breakfast is my daily macro count now Jesus Christ

[@c.s.9427]

ShadyGMA are you a girl

[@mahmoudaakil1564]

lmao me too

[@logicconnoisseur1970]

are you a bird?

[@lovergurl454]

u eat 1000 calories in a day?

[@mahmoudaakil1564]

@@lovergurl454 1500

[@sue2204]

I love how consistent will is with his videos

[@bubblejuiceman]

Dude... in your first year of training you already looked like most guys I know that have been training 5+ years. Superman over here giving lanky mortals work out tips lol.

[@acecaptain-t3903]

Holy crap dude. PERFECT timing, this weekend I was looking for a beginner's program to start. Much love!

[@fahedaljiboury9543]

hey man hows it been? im looking to start this program rn and idk what to expect

[@marchi.fleming]

I had to put down my best friend - my 16 yr old pug Gomez - in Dec. Can I just say, and I mean this is the best *most positive and loving* way possible, seeing Ollie's elderly, kinda busted face and hearing his little wheezy snarfles just makes my heart as swole as Will's biceps. 💕💕💕💕 Treasure that lil' playa. 😁👍🏻

[@sumitchatterjee8670]

Dude I'm like addicted to your videos literally waiting since morning here.

[@notepad9883]

Makes perfect sense that pumpkin spice would taste equally like apple pie as pumpkin when you get beyond your subjective expecations. Pumpkin spice doesn't actually taste like pumpkin; it tastes like the spice people *put in* pumpkin desserts. Which happens to be the same or close to the spice that gets put in apple pie--both pies having become more and more usually overspiced over the decades to the point the fruit isn't even the dominant taste anymore.

[@cormacdonnelly5015]

cool..

[@ztoogemcducc6360]

In the 1600's pumpkin used to be called pumpion and pumpion pie was often made with a mix of apple and pumpion. The pumpion wasn't pureed but more chunky than it is today

[@yumchickens5676]

pumpkin is a fruit?

[@-Zer0Dark-]

Ahh, the days of leaping out of bed and speeding to the kitchen, eyes barely open, to save my gainz from vanishing. 😂

[@WillTennyson]

lmaooo

[@samrookk]

Tenny MUST have a mil by now, with the view he gets I wouldn’t be surprised 🤘🏾

[@glassbottle15]

So right now I’m seeing 6.35M, but then after a while the number disappears and then it may say something different. So who knows.

[@hubertcumberdale6221]

His numbers are always hidden, sometimes KZbin glitches and shows the sub count of the last channel you watched.

[@Nova3482]

@@glassbottle15 as much as I love will there's no way he has 6 million subs

[@pepethepackerfan6088]

He is probably at 180k subs right now.

[@MNuggat]

@@pepethepackerfan6088 300'000 easily

[@AbaddonOfSheol]

The workout routine that you made is BRILLIANT!!! I've seen many beginner workout routines that totally sucked. But your routine is very thoughtfully designed and WILL be very beneficial for anyone following it.

[@billluft6354]

Without a doubt the best KZbinr

[@huzafah]

Going back to watch these gems we miss you Ollie man

[@Viniballet]

The intros never get Old, just get better and better!

[@madddoll8685]

Can we just ⏸️pause for a sec and appreciate all of these quality video intros?? They are truly gold & I freaking love watching Ollie in action! P.S: I ordered the [Train Your Heart] tank and so excited to get it! It spoke to me since I've had two open heart surgeries...and LOVE donuts ❤️ Thanks for the entertainment Will!

[@James-cu8mi]

ollie is on the fbi’s most wanted list

[@anthonynorcal3616]

Yeah but that's in America thats why he is now in Canada

[@dankmark691]

Will has been carrying my youtube experience for a while now

[@kazfnx9180]

This is a video that impressed me, I loved it, with this I can learn and try new things to get more muscle as a skinny guy with a muscle. You are an inspiration man

[@WillTennyson]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it

[@VicTheBoss162]

I honestly love Ollie every time I see him I smile. He’s the man!

[@meixiachendeng7103]

Will's mom is the embodiment of my health and fitness goals!

[@alexandrelima3697]

Will, thank you for the great content. You are one of those youtubers that are so charismatic that people don't even care what the video is about and how long it is

[@piyass1976]

Nobody : Will : casually brings out a bag of cocain

[@cormacdonnelly5015]

cocaine*

[@YmirTheBand]

Even ollie is eating donuts, you're KILLING me here man

[@tobitis1010]

Informative innuendo-full buff dude+Beautiful music+Ollie= Quality content

[@vrdhruv4299]

No one: People watching Ollie's videos for the first time: This dude's servant is definitely juiced.

[@TheOnceandFutureGeek]

"Triple pineapple because... You know why" had me rolling 😂also honestly as someone who doesn't like super sweet things, those dog donuts actually look really appealing.

[@WillTennyson]

If you don't like super sweet then you would love them! haha

[@Jay-we2ek]

Can't stand super sweet either hurts my teeth too 😖

[@doomservice]

The Ollie Saga is the single best thing about 2020.

[@Bopsterjazz]

Honestly, I’m learning so much about food and working out from this dude.

[@mattcs]

LSDonuts

[@kari2210]

yoo matt

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Trick for broke kids and extra food: When at chipotle ask for half chicken and half beef and they usually give you one scoop of each because it's harder to make 1/2 scoop

[@jeromereynolds3076]

Your mom needs her own channel

[@curseblue6729]

Will is so down to earth and humble, cant get enough of the videos!

[@Bidness32]

Wills content and him putting out the full body program for beginners are really such a bless

[@newwave9666]

Thank you men, the video help me a lot. I'm trying to bulk up, and i'm super stressed with this. I have around 138lb and this vídeo was a big help in this my new process. Keep the good work!!!

[@UttonIsAmazing]

Guys I dont know if ya'll should be hyping up Ollie like that. He's 100% not natty and on that tren juice.

[@robertcarmona04]

Appreciate how real you are about fitness and health. Rare to see this on KZbin

[@_zequi7]

Hey Will, Just wanna thank you for making these videos, i'll be starting my lifting journey soon and i think I've gathered everything i need from your channel. Thanks!

[@silviaespana747]

Leaving a comment while watching this video ☺️ Love the intro 😎

[@samuelesteves4261]

"name a situation that isnt improved with double meat" this guy cracks me up

[@ryanuys5389]

I have multiple accounts for school and what not, I subscribed to you on each- simply because you are the man and you deserve it.

[@nattyguy7038]

the editor has always done great on Will’s videos

[@Lilintes]

Could you do some content for women? Like training, eating tips...

[@WillTennyson]

For sure!

[@amandareyes9383]

This is a great idea. I have half of what Will eats a day so I would like to see how creative he could be and stay under 1500 calories.

[@paeden5431]

I hope that wasn't a Mansplaing trap.

[@MrLeeann71]

Love your channel Will! Love to see more of what your mum does in the gym and tips for us in general 💪 thank you 🙏

[@dannysangree6304]

With his mum.

[@hmcvalesano]

Mama Tennyson needs to start her own channel, whoa. #MomGoals

[@SirCooks702]

You gotta give us a 7 day 2020 diet + 2013 workout plan and vice versa. THAT would be entertaining.

[@pepsanzari1844]

Went for a run today and set a personal best , what a better way to celebrate then a Will tenny video when you get back 🤙🏼

[@TheBeatboxHitmanTwo]

That halo moment of silence though 🤓

[@Jay-we2ek]

"this is what you get when an 18 year old thinks he's Brian Shaw" 😂

[@AmmoSetsFire]

learning from your own mistakes is something we should all do, learning from other's mistakes is something we don't do enough of. this is a great vid. You (we) get to see from where you've progressed, and at whatever point in our fitness journey, some of us learn something too.

[@flemit35]

I like it how Will admits to mistakes, accessible not to macho attitude, doesn't claim to be a know it all he just tells you what works for him. and somehow he makes eating look a bigger chore than working out.

[@jn-xq2cb]

nice vid Ollie!

[@javiervazquezz]

Look at me early as f again.... my girl gonna leave me if I keep this up

[@javiervazquezz]

Nyx Hypnos haha keep making an early appearance 😂

[@notepad9883]

Put yourself in her place man! Wake up every morning to find you staring at some cute lesbian fitness model on KZbin.

[@javiervazquezz]

Note Pad yep true. And on top of that new GymShark sponsorship...

[@mauriciocruzarmenta8058]

Man! I have watched your videos almost from the beggining, and your physic has change a lot, you are a trully example of continous self improvement, i have been struggling to get a good physic myself, do to past injuries, but you keep me motivated all the time to improve myself, hope your success keeps growing my friend! #GoodVibes

[@carlmanning4130]

Cant stop watching your videos buddy. Just something clicks with me. I have trained on and off since my teens (now 40!!) and have got back into it after welcoming my 3rd child 10 months ago (16 years after my 1st!). I dont want to be that unfit dad that cant run around with children and enjoy life. Currently at 200 lbs dropped from 207lbs in the last 3 weeks, and ideally would love to get back to 182-184lbs. Current sticking to around 1800 calories a day to help the weight drop, and to 30 mins of weights in the morning x3 days a week, and a 30 min walk in my lunch time from working normally x5 days a week. and x3 days of cardio / Hitt the other x3 days. And Sunday being my rest / cheat day. With a young child this is really all the time i will get to train so try to make the most of my workouts each day. Loved the beginners workout you included and will defiantly be taken a closer look at this. Anyway long post i know, but just wanted to reach out. Love some of your recipes, and will be trying some of these too. Based in the U.K so have to adapt some of the ingredients. Anyway keep smashing it buddy.

[@nickmartinez8690]

damnn he got his mom on the intros . Legend

[@crossehampton2525]

“I like to hit things from different angles” will

[@Old_Gamer_Dad]

He's down to earth, funny, intelligent, honest, humble, natty and a gymshark rep. He's the unicorn not the doughnut! Great content, subscribed.

[@bronwynguy7288]

Literally been binge watching your channel for 3 days now ...

[@crockpot4844]

I swear, the more videos that I watch of Will, the more I want to eat frickin donuts. Not a good thing.

[@Croissantrophy.meme.channel]

That gym looks insane! I liked that single leg press machine

[@rudy4370]

Literally a god amongst men I pray you never stop making videos

[@jabutch11]

How far we have come at a fitness industry from 2010 when it was eat big to get big to the Anabolic Avengers in 2020 is crazy. Thanks for the video Will!

[@icantmemorize7703]

6:55 omg it's playing When I Grow Up by NF.

[@jojojero3201]

Do they even let ollie in school with those guns? 💪💪💪💪💪

[@talapeloig1393]

In the USA yes

[@harpreetuppal1179]

Tal Apeloig looool true that

[@analistafinancierodesdecer5985]

Damn

[@aidanflynn7462]

loving the start of your videos bro!

[@j.a.s.p.e.r.]

Just wanna thank you will for inspiring me to workout and also just entertaining me on down days. Love the content bro, keep it up

[@joshuachamberlain7266]

“Just do the alphabet” - Will Tenny 2020

[@vishnuganapathi3989]

Ollie is way more jacked than LAST TIME. Thats what greg said.

[@sepoyyt5225]

Dei punda

[@ilhamjaa5059]

Punde

[@bobmarley8982]

Pundey

[@marto179]

One of the best, most enjoyable and informative gym/nutrition channels on YT!! Shoutout from Bulgaria🇧🇬 Keep it up!!

[@jenna.h.8707]

Best part of my day (mostly) watching Ollie and of course Will's videos. Fun, funny, and informative! Thanks Will you make my day more.

[@skad2485]

What an epic gym, I could only wish of going somewhere like this lol

[@WillTennyson]

It was insane!

[@BlueStarNutraceuticals]

💪💪💪

[@meagenyeazel8166]

I'm mad I JUST found out about will. I could've been watching him this whole time 😭😭

[@victoriasollienmoe7386]

Your dog is literally the cutest 🐶

[@Briansgate]

Simon Miller just gave this vid a shout out. Its great when I see a youtuber watch another youtuber I watch.

[@BlueStarNutraceuticals]

@12:05 👍💪 You said it! 🤣 Shout out to all the burrito bowl makers out there doing double meat on the low. 🔥🌯🥣

[@dannybirkett7790]

loved the songs you used in this video will !! love the videos watched every one !!!!

[@taylorthole101]

You’re my all time favorite KZbinr! Been watching for over a year now and I still love every vid you make. Glad to see how much your channel is growing! Keep up the good stuff Will!! :)

[@MaNiChOxX]

This is the most ripped family on YT. Bet Will's dad is the rock

[@goduxunike]

His dad climbed mount Everest so...

[@WinF64]

That gym looks sweet. And it's only an 11 hour drive for me.

[@GymGarageMan]

Got tired of all the diets and complicated advice at the gym started training in a crumbling garage swapping machines for blood SWEAT and tears got more shredded for free!!!

[@a.v.b2988]

I like the consistency with which Ollie is putting out videos. Absolute Mad lad!

[@kevintayag3793]

FROM THE PHILIPPINES 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭 ALWAYS WATCH YOUR VIDEOS FOR INSPIRATION . I USED TO HAVE A EATING DISORDER WHEREIN I ALWAYS WANT TO EAT AND EAT AND EAT EVEN AT MIDNIGHT. BUT WATCHING YOU HELPS ME IN MY WORKOUT AND TO ALWAYS BE AWARE OF WHAT I PUT IN MY BODY. THANK YOU SO MUCH!! HOPE I COULD GET ONE OF YOUR HOODIES WHEN YOU GIVEAWAY.