From Supernatural Athlete to Coach, Meet Chesney Mariani

[@SammyChanDeathShiva]

I never thought an Oculus + Supernatural commercial would make me ugly cry. This hit home so hard. I started doing weight training 2 months ago & already noticing a significant improvement on my health (physical & mental), muscle gain, weight loss, just everything is getting better in life.

[@PreparingForSHTF]

So you're saying that those wet things rolling down my face were tears. No way am I admitting that. It can't be, can it? Chesney, you are a role model.

[@SsteedsS]

What a wonderful uplifting story, I cried through most of it! Chesney is a breath of fresh air! Hats off to Supernatural for honoring her!

[@deedeem7615]

I am a larger woman. Tried everything. One day in the evening my daughter and I went for a walk and all of a sudden someone yelled "go back to your home FATASS" My daughter was so hurt for me. I told her well he speaks the truth, my butt is big, but we are working on it. I was strong for my kid, but the words cut deep. I am 60 yrs old now and gone from 230lbs to 198 right now in the last year. yes it takes a long time, Ive endured a lot this year and poverty prevented me from continuing with Supernatural. Chelsey, you made me cry because your story is me. Thanks for being you . Much love

[@MetaQuestVR]

Thank you for sharing your story with us. 💙 We are so glad to hear that you were able to use Supernatural in your headset as a part of your fitness journey. We can't wait to see what the future holds for you. You got this!

[@kfreakinp]

I’m not crying, you’re crying 🥹 I can’t love this enough! I’m so glad Chesney was brought on as a guest coach and I hope she adds more workouts!

[@MetaQuestVR]

We're right there with you Kristin 😭 So glad to hear you're excited to try out some new workouts, we look forward to seeing you in VR! 💪🤩

[@kfreakinp]

@@MetaQuestVR yes! Thank you! I would love an option someday to choose songs from different workouts and create a custom workout! Mix and match coaches, mix up boxing and flow, etc. 😍🔥

[@amybuser]

Holy Cow. That was the most motivation I have felt in so long. Makes me think I can do this. Thank You

[@MetaQuestVR]

We love to hear that, Amy! 🥰 We want everyone to feel like they can do whatever they set their mind to, regardless of their circumstances. Like the awesome Chesney says, "Don't be afraid to be seen!" 💕

[@sircrapsalot]

I'm sold now. I like your product anyway, but never though of how it could help people that are suffering like this wonderful woman. I am truly impressed that your company had the heart not only to pay attention to her (and others that feel self conscious about being in front of others), but to honor her and those moved by her in such a way. Excellent job! It's great to know people like you care.

[@swengert57]

I did a Chesney workout today and explored her journey more afterward. What a lovely woman and very inspiring! The workout was fun and plan on doing it again. Kudos to the Supernatual team for embracing her love of SN and fulfilling her dream ! This was such a heartwarming video !

[@MetaQuestVR]

We couldn't agree more. Her positive attitude is contagious! Thanks for sharing your kind words about Chesney's journey. 💙

[@michelea256]

Whenever I need motivation, I still come back to watching Chesney conquering exercise! ❤

[@Spraddles]

I just bought a meta quest 2 today with the intention of finding some fitness apps to get myself back in shape as I’m too embarrassed of my weight to do any public exercise. I’ve already completed an hour of Supernatural and it brought tears to my eyes! SO FUN!!! I hopped on KZbin to see if there were any reviews and this…THIS….incredibly encouraging and inspiring. thank you Coach Chesney!! I can’t wait for tomorrow’s workout!

[@danielthrasher]

why am i crying right now

[@Noer2016]

Wow I never cry but this story was so inspirational and amazing to see! I started my journey a few weeks ago and I absolutely love supernatural it is so MUCH FUN!! But on a real note Chesneys story got me in tears of joy I’m so proud of her and her journey it’s so awesome to see hope to see her in more of my workouts!

[@MetaQuestVR]

Chesney's story always leaves us awe-struck! 💙 We are so stoked you've started on your VR fitness journey and we just know you're going to crush your workouts.

[@deborahmarkley1891]

Her excitement, realism, and enthusiasm is amazing!! so glad she made it as a coach!

[@JAYZ999]

Surprised oculus is showing a snapped elite strap 2:01

[@hussainsyed8974]

Lol

[@branpod]

Right lol, duct tape is the only solution for me. Even after numerous replacements

[@user-zq6yz5gf6d]

In primary school, i knew a friend who had ended up obese because of not being allowed out much to exercise because his mom was worried about him going out alone. People used to bully him for it and i felt bad for him. One time he came up to me and he said that he wanted to do something about it because he was sick of getting bullied for it, so i told him to get into running and cardio. 3 years later he's now running laps around the field and he's lost 25 pounds. All it takes is dedication and resilience. Never too late to start.

[@sammi-joreviews1135]

I know that feeling. I had a friend in 4th grade who suffered thru polio when she was really young. It caused one leg to be shorter than the other so she had to wear braces on both legs. One had a thicker sole to even her height & the other was to better stabilize the longer leg. Kids wouldn’t play with her. She’d never ran, for lack of a better word. I had her running around playing tag with the rest of us. She couldn’t run very fast but we all allowed for it, making it so she fit in. O e day her mom came to check on her at school. It so happened that she came during recess. Seeing her daughter accepted by her classmates, out in the courtyard running around p,aging tag with her friends, and no taunting bc of her disability brought the poor woman to tears. Tab & I sort of clicked bc her name was Tabitha & mine is Samantha. We had a couple other friends, Larry, & Darren… yep, we were the Bewitched kids. 😂 Her mom hugged me so tight when Tab introduced us & she told her that I was the one who first got her to play with us. I thought her mom was going to cut off my circulation. LOL! They had to move away a year later bc of her dad’s job but I’d like to think our time together as friends stayed with her as it has for me. Different means interesting. We’d all be pretty boring if we were all alike.

[@monopolybillionaire5027]

My friends mum sheltered both her sons (my best friend) now they're really overwhelmed with socialising, and the younger has developed psychological issues, to the point hes been hospitalised for years.

[@jessicahessling60]

Yup. Here I am, crying at 2 am. Chesney is amazing. The coaches (Leanne, Dwana, & Doc especially) are the absolute best. I cannot wait until it’s a reasonable hour to work to Chesney’s work out ❤

[@RiseSelfProtection]

I wasn't prepared for the amount of crying this would induce! I think I'll go upstairs and pick a Chesney workout!

[@msmarinakis]

Ok I see now why Supernatural put her on as a coach. I gotta be honest when I first put one of Chesney's workout sessions on; I was thrown off to say the least. Just watching this and seeing her journey is more than inspiring! Thank you for this!

[@MetaQuestVR]

Chesney is remarkable. ❤️ Thank you for listening to her journey!

[@Drstrange3000]

This game has been great for my weak knee. This is so cool how this game has helped so many people.

[@rjk0128]

Good for her, I hope she inspires many people

[@cockoffgewgle4993]

She inspired me to not fap today.

[@mercedestundidor1558]

Girl...I joined her workout today.... It was no joke...I couldn't keep up and usually I get a decent score but not today...ok I see you sis... Go on with your bad self.. Definitely taking her class again

[@EdGioja]

What a great success story! Thank you for sharing

[@RADCreativeArt]

Damnit I just put my makeup on!!! Chesney, I have know words to say what a true blessing you are to so many people. I’m new to all this and just purchased SN, I can’t wait to start. The universe has only the best for you now and always

[@mistersmisties]

Why am I bawling right now? Omg! Go girl!

[@BeckyA59]

OMG I'm in tears... What an inspiration. I'm planning to get Supernatural after work tonight!

[@jessteam5648]

This made my day. I love supernatural! I love this story!

[@debrahnixon2791]

This is sooooo inspiring! My Meta Quest is on it's way! Can't wait to start Supernatural with Chesney!!! After watching this and crying, I'm so motivated and ready to do this! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!!!!

[@MetaQuestHelp]

Hey Debrah! 😇 We love to hear your excitement for the Supernatural VR experience! 🤗

[@_ohaqua]

I’m currently 204 Pounds I Started My Supernatural weight Lose Journey Yesterday! I use to be in shape and happy with my body but I ended up falling into a depressed state and eating made me happy. I’m really hoping this journey can help me reach my goals!

[@MetaQuestVR]

We're cheering for you! Get it 💪

[@lindalove7193]

I just purchased this and am waiting for it to arrive. She is definitely an inspiration! I have been so torn in my workouts that I'm not really consistently doing them. I want something I love and hopefully, this may be IT! Thank you SN community!

[@MetaQuestHelp]

Hello Karissa, We thank you for your kind words, but trust us, we are nowhere near the Amazingness of all of you! It's wonderful to see the achievements we can reach when given the tools and motivation 😎

[@Fazbear_entertainment__]

i think is a bot

[@BoringTroublemaker]

I love her! And her class is my absolute favorite. Please have her do more classes!

[@MetaQuestVR]

We love her, too! 🥰What is your favorite part of her class? 🏃‍♂️

[@japaneseimmersion566]

Congratulations Chelsea! I’ve never played supernatural because I live in Japan and it hasn’t dropped here yet. I’ll be sure to grab your workout if it ever does.

[@RayRift]

This is just such an incredibly touching video and story. Guarantied tear jerker. Have tissue ready if you're about to watch this. There's just no way you won't cry.

[@LauraDreams]

Who is so insecure as to dislike this video? Way to show that there is still love in the world, Chesnea! ❤️

[@jpjk1lla]

Frickin awesome! Keep going strong and crush it one day at a time! - fellow fitness coach 💪

[@CoachChesney]

💪

[@misskayt1114]

Omg I’m crying!! You’re all so amazing!!!

[@Travelinman3775]

Very courageous, glad you found the strength inside to carry on through the dark times! Hope the daily struggles are lightening for you as you progress onward through your journey!

[@cbond007]

Excuse me while I ugly cry! I'm so proud of her!! Supernatural rocks!!!

[@MetaQuestHelp]

Hey Carla. It sure does! We love hearing success stories and seeing people achieve their goals through apps like Supernatural, it just inspires us to keep moving forward too! 💪

[@laladeatonmusic]

I love this so much! I just got an Oculus and can’t wait to try out Supernatural and Coach Chesney!

[@MetaQuestHelp]

Hey Lala, so glad that you enjoy Oculus so far! And yes, you should definitely try Supernatural and Coach Chesney 😍

[@RADCreativeArt]

Me too! I don’t know why I feel so intimidated..🤷🏼‍♀️ but I’m going to start tonite! I hope they offer in every country and offer discounts to those that don’t have much.

[@cheddle88]

What an amazing story, its a shame Supernatural is not offered in more regions… also loved that she had clearly sticky taped her elite strap back together on both sides - you know she loves that thing like its a part of her!

[@ShantiForever]

Aww this is awesome. Having an oculus has helped me to enjoy working out, and stay consistent with it. It doesn't feel like exercise.

[@dianelaidlaw837]

Wow this made me cry.

[@tanishaw8628]

I don't have a Meta Quest...been on the fence because I really want to to try SN. After watching this I'm going to buy myself an Oculus this month and hopefully Cheney's workout is still available and will be my first workout!

[@SILKYG00SE]

This made me happy sob 🥲

[@SamuelxShaban]

Lovely video. I'm jealous of Chesney's success on her VR fitness journey. Looking forward to Supernatural in Europe and the rest of the world ♡

[@sandramort37]

A VPN would let you use Supernatural!

[@vivianegoodman5933]

Such an inspiration!!

[@lovingbritt]

I recently can't go to the gym and gained excessive weight and I did this lady's workout very nice and upbeat workout. And I want to continue to do it so I can feel healthy and lose weight. I'm 176lbs and trying to get to 140lbs by June. Hopefully I'll achieve my goals I'm 5'4

[@MetaQuestVR]

We know you got this! 💪 If you want to change up your fitness routine, we recommend also checking out FitXR, The Thrill of the Fight, OhShape and LES MILLS BODYCOMBAT.

[@lovingbritt]

@@MetaQuestVR thank you :)

[@Manifestit888]

So inspiring, thank you so much for this!!!

[@MetaQuestVR]

We love hearing that, wlmel7! There's so much to love about Chesney. 🥰

[@krissve]

I love it! So inspiring! Go Chesney!! ❤️

[@LastMinuteAndy]

Loved this video!

[@ashleyfunk]

Love love love Chesney's work outs!!! Please do more!!!

[@saleanabowen652]

This video is amazing. I LOVE her story. 💜

[@MetaQuestVR]

Chesney is truly an inspiration. 💙

[@violetarivera8076]

I love this 😭😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ … She is a beautiful 🤩 keep uppppppp!

[@LizaH007]

This app has changed my life

[@lilycakes49]

I'm loving supernatural! My boyfriend and I make party chats and workout together. I wish there was a way to workout with someone else within the game!

[@NishMathis]

Ok, now I need to save up and go buy this headset 😮❤ So inspiring ❤

[@jeanettebenson7173]

I found one on Facebook Marketplace

[@fatfitnessnerd9064]

love love love!

[@MetaQuestVR]

Yes!!! Chesney is the best. ❤️

[@aymanjaber2585]

Oculus you're the leading company in VR technology, you represent our hopes and dreams, please don't shoot yourself in the foot.

[@deadangels5828]

well said

[@setoclan]

Chesney...you are amazing. This video had me in tears, celebrating your triumph as a Supernatural warrior! Seeing your dream to become a Coach come to fruition gave me goosebumps. And Supernatural...thank you for being the definition of inclusivity. Thank you for all you do for the Supernatural Facebook community. Supernatural member for life!

[@MetaQuestVR]

The Supernatural community is certainly something special, Amy. Thank you for sharing the love and support for Chesney and her fitness journey. ❤️

[@zachcheroff7970]

What I love about Chesney’s story is that she makes no excuses, she just gets up and goes. Love it!

[@UselessShyte]

She makes no excuses?? “I wanted to buy a bike but it was too expensive” (but the VR at $400 was apparently reasonable) “I have polycystic ovarian syndrome which makes it hard to lose weight” most women get this condition BECAUSE THEY ARE FAT. This person is nothing but excuses… but once she got ATTENTION….. oh my my my… … she had lost some weight I believe, but it’s the nonsensical aspects that are pathetic. Calling this obese woman an “athlete” and making her a guest trainer…. It’s all nonsense. And the MINUTE that the attention goes away…. She will be 300 plus lbs again and making excuses. I truly hope I’m wrong and she becomes fit….. but she’s too far into “fat girl syndrome” excuses for everything and blames her obesity on everything but her OWN DECISIONS

[@robertnester13]

Great story! Thanks!

[@mathewrtaylor]

Amazing, gives people who aren't a reason, so thanks!

[@TwistedTales24-k5m]

Why did I just cry lol!!

[@viralynn8120]

Chesney!!!!!! I LOVE YOU!!!!!! THANK YOU!!!

[@ronm6585]

Nice to see this. Thanks for sharing.

[@nonya6281]

OMG I'm crying

[@9898Hawk]

What an athlete! Can’t wait to get this game so I can be as physically fit as her!

[@HDKorp4725]

Way to go girl!

Certainly, this is a great story 👏🏿🥺❤️🌿 I love the message.

[@lockdown_hotdog]

the face of VR fitness!

[@gige1985130]

why app does not available in my region? I live in Georgia!

[@janaajones]

In Georgia.I have the app.

[@gige1985130]

@@janaajones Georgia It's country, not state usa. Near the russia

[@RichardTurlington]

Yeah, not gonna lie, I was tearing up when the invited her to be a guest coach. This chick is awesome. I need to get on SuperNatural.

[@alichehab5804]

1:59 I love how even she needs to use duct tape on the elite strap

[@steffsaint]

I have an oculus, I've never seen her workout

[@MindChamber]

this is incredibly powerful, and sweet

[@danakendall282]

This made me cry. I've never seen a friendlier, more welcoming and inclusive community than the SN family ❤ EVERYONE is so supportive and motivating and kind. Before you look at a big person and assume that they're: a slob, lazy, eat nothing but fast food, etc, maybe listen to their story! It costs 0 dollars to be kind. Everyone has their own struggles. I know MANY thin people who are deeply unhealthy and couldn't get through a 15 minute SN workout, yet here is a big woman who did it 100 days in a row. Thin does not equate healthy, nor does fat equate unhealthy. Stop making assumptions and passing judgements, and just be kind.

[@MetaQuestVR]

Couldn't have said it better ourselves. ❤️

[@christinagarza2429]

While I agree with you when you suggest people shouldn’t be rude or judgmental towards overweight/obese people, I think it’s very misleading to say “being fat [does not] equate to being unhealthy.” On the contrary: having excess body fat absolutely IS unhealthy for a variety of physiological reasons. Yes, a person can be overweight/obese and still engage in certain healthy lifestyle habits; however, their excess body fat isn’t trivial or harmless. Of course we can find unusual outliers where a normal weight/BMI individual has unhealthy biomarkers and where a high weight/BMI person does not, but this is not the statistical norm. The reality is that a person’s risk of developing chronic disease DOES increase as their body fat percentage increases. This is well supported by mountains of scientific data spanning over decades of research. To pretend this statistical trend doesn’t exist is not only disingenuous, but can be downright harmful. Let’s “stand for science” rather than promote “misinformation,” something I’m sure you typically claim to support when it comes to other topics.

[@demetriusclark5043]

HELL YEAH!!

[@branpod]

1:59 I love how even she needs to use duct tape on the elite strap due to how terrible it is. I’ve gone through multiple and they’ve all broke. Duct tape is the only solution

[@markushaapala7330]

Ever heard of beatsaber?

[@chocobillysranch9205]

Hey Supernatural and Oculus. This app is region locked, the whole world needs this app not just USA.

[@ATMO.69]

Go go go

[@MetaQuestHelp]

Hi there! We always do our best for all our users and will continue to do so! 😍 We hope you can join our VR family soon as well 😎

[@CoachChesney]

Thank you for sharing my story 🥰 ~Chesney

[@paigesmith7875]

And THIS is who SN is!

[@spaghety]

What are the games she used??? I wish there was a list of apps

[@jacquelinefinnigan3009]

She used supernatural only......that is why she is in a promo video for them.

[@jessicaf2259]

This story is sooooo inspiring!!!! I'm not gonna lie I cried with her! I think you're amazing Chesney 🥰 👏 I definitely want to try supernatural now!

[@justdanie7613]

That's beautiful 😭😭😭😭

[@MetaQuestHelp]

Hello Danie, we hope you are well. We don't just care about fun, we take the health of our players very seriously! If we can put health and fun together, we get amazing results! We are very happy that you are enjoying the results of our efforts. That's what we work hard for. We can't wait to hear about your adventures in the VR world! 🌐

[@justdanie7613]

@@MetaQuestHelp I want one but can't afford it just yet. I have the old Oculus Rift. But can't play games like these on it

[@plagrr]

2:01 we saw the tape

[@sherryanderson1770]

Can you do this sitting on a chair? Bone on bone OA bilateral knees.

[@johnekopy]

I'm genuinely happy for people who can use VR to work out and loose weight. It is one of the benefits of playing VR. That being said the real world still exist, hopefully she can deal with her self-image problem. Becoming skinny isn't going to make people less judgmental, they'll just shift their judgments.

[@BHBalast]

It won't make them less judgemental, but it will make them judge her less and maybe allow to appreciate some aspects of her character.

[@sanne27]

What a boring comment. She knows. That's the whole point. May I suggest rewatching the video and paying attention?

[@johnekopy]

@@sanne27 how do you know what anyone knows? Exercising in VR is great. Whats your point?

[@janaajones]

She obviously feels better about herself. In the real world. That’s what matters.

[@UselessShyte]

Well said Johnny!!! Supernatural DOES have benefits if continually used…. But just being fat isn’t this persons problem. She full of excuses and is HIGH on all the attention. Once nobody is listening or watching….. RIGHT BACK TO 300 PLUS…. From what I understand, it’s been 2 years and she’s lost like 60 lbs….. not bad. But she’s no “athlete” and its insulting for someone THIS hard to look at being dressed in half shirts, being a “coach” it’s all just woke, pc nonsense

[@gordondave7956]

Hell yeah 👍👍

[@clarissahohensee8469]

I really want to do this but I need motivation.

[@sandypar00]

LAWD, don't watch this before you work. I am a mess!!!!!!

[@MetaQuestHelp]

Hi Sandra! That is a good idea, it's such a beautiful story 🥰 An emotional roller coaster, it is such a motivational video! 💪

[@joefice5574]

Very inspiring story!

[@jessiecohen2579]

YESSS! You are amazing!

[@janaajones]

Try both and you’ll see that they are quite different.

[@UselessShyte]

AMAZINGLY OBESE AND FULL OF EXCUSES

[@alichehab5804]

Good for her

[@robsutcliffe2030]

"This app is not available in your region." :(

[@MetaQuestVR]

We could not agree more! 🙌

[@UselessShyte]

how can you support this?? this person is a walking example of how NOT to live your life.......this person is as obese at day 308 as it was at day one...HOW can you support this?

[@vladmirstaff4388]

Leni? from watch dogs 2 ?

[@momentosepicosxd]

OWwww

[@jeanettebenson7173]

So many cruel comments. That is what is wrong with our world.

[@kornchip1880]

For as evil as facebook is these people seem respectful and kind unlike zuc that calls people dumb %$#%s