Getting Fit With No Gym Required

[@MarkLewisfitness]

Dear Mr Kawasaki ..... imagine the kayak was a motorbike. Just think how much you missing by not sponsoring this channel. 😂

[@TrynaRun1]

i was just on your channel 20 minutes ago saying to my self when the next vid and here it is

[@davidkennedy8929]

Man walking his boat! That’s a new one 😊

[@sharkymoon422]

Great video Mark, what about doing the pennine way?! 16 days average time to do .. Every video u nail it, and appreciated 🙏🏻❤️ Great ending

[@Nehpets1701G]

They love you, but are playing hard to get...

[@alfdickinson1971]

Hahahahaa

[@sundrieddelivers]

This film has a feel of the style of Beau Miles, it really suits you. One of the best videos you’ve done in a long while.

[@doubledecker1094]

Had same thought, love it.

[@Louis.Martin]

Also same thought. Always love this style. Definitely consider making more!

[@martinjarc1994]

Had exactly the same thoughts. Very Beau vibes of him walking to work ☺️ Loved it

[@ennioisoletta785]

"Doing things that average people find ridiculous is often pretty good indication that you are doing something right" M. Lewis 👍 Thank you for the video!

[@johnfriedl7126]

Every time a typical person of today (couch potato, takes the car even for the shortest distances, etc.) tells me 'you are nuts' I know I had a good time doing things right.

[@MrsHuntontheTrails]

I just completed The Skye Trail aged 59. OK - so my husband had to bail me out a couple of times on the Trotternish Ridge - but I got there. 80 miles in 6 days. Type 2 fun at its best but I have two grandkids to chase round the garden 🏃🏻‍♀️This kind of madness helps that happen.

[@mokagio]

Perfectly in line with the “Above Average” spirit

[@Madmaverick101]

Yup, I'm gonna be using that one!

[@steff8069]

best quote of the video, had to pause it and send it to my husband right away

[@Chief_Brody]

Beautiful film. The part that got me was right at the end when Jen came to meet you. It's what it's all about really, isn't it? Family and loved ones.

[@BradHolmes-wq1pb]

Agreed. Best part of the video!

[@markusaicheler8684]

Same here! That was just beautiful how she hugged you and then tugged the kajak away... That is pure gold.

[@buffywhatever1093]

If you ever need more of anything, make it your health. Family and loved ones, what else? 👍

[@awabaskri1875]

Evertime I see a camera shot of you walking I imagine the effort it took to walk back everything to collect the camera. But it was all worth it, the video scenery turned out great, like a little movie. And the ending of the both of you hugging was so sweet.

[@MarkLewisfitness]

Yep - and worrying someone will steal my boat while I go back for the camera!

[@SuperYtc1]

@@MarkLewisfitness Wasn't it a drone? Or did you have a drone and also another camera that you set up?

[@MarkLewisfitness]

@@SuperYtc1 bit of everything-drone, two GoPro and a Sony DSLR.

[@SteveSmith-xw7xi]

It’s sad there is so much fear of theft

[@stevenkelby2169]

​@@SteveSmith-xw7xiIt's sad there is so much theft.

[@orouchard]

Once in awhile Mark, you're producing a completely unexpected, sincere and deeply honest film (not a video, a film.) Thank you for the pleasure it brought me.

[@luisfernandes2522]

Jen hug + her carrying the boat for you topped it of quite well 😊 loved it

[@heikowallauer]

"Who's gonna carry the boats?" gets a whole new dimension, Mark. Great to see the your joy, when you first put your kayak into the water and you're floating!👏👏👏

[@klapaucius515]

This touched me on a different level. I’ve been a follower for quite some time now, and nothing, absolutely nothing since my birth, 28 something years ago made me feel this way. I think mainly because I also went down that spiral of maximizing everything, riding the sweet spots for training, getting every ounce of benefit as if I’m a national athlete and never did things for the fun of it. This video made me feel a different way, about how I wanna live my life. Now I’m not going to throw my Garmin away and go live in a cabin somewhere with my wife. But I sure as hell won’t have 8 data fields on my watch with tons of information I certainly don’t need to know. And maybe I’ll do stuff for the hell of it, go out there, challenge myself, not be complacent. Time goes by and we’re just stuck in our routines… Thanks a lot for making me feel this way Mark, I genuinely didn’t know I’d feel this way at 3 freaking AM, watching a video from a fitness youtuber.

[@sahil-rc2oq]

The story telling and video quality absolutely off the charts on this one.

[@Formulka]

The dedication it takes to setup all the camera angles on your own and the drone footage even by the end when you are exhausted and in pain. The result is fantastic and inspirational. And that part in the end where Jen came to help you was a sweet cherry on top. Well done.

[@Crazyrunninglawyer]

Hands down one of my favorite episodes this year.

[@kokorunning]

The pure joy throughout this video is so infectious. Makes me want to go on an adventure.

[@bbafett]

I absolutely loved it when we see Jenna come to you and give you a hug at the end and drag kayak back to the house. Absolutely a perfect ending to a great video. Thank you Mark!!!

[@johnpepper6189]

I really enjoyed this. It's a classic, an odyssey. Man sets out on a journey, faces setbacks, overcomes obstacles, and returns to home and wife a weary but wiser man. It's a work of art. And I am not being cynical. That final scene recorded by the drone was genuinely touching.

[@EmmaVZ]

Love it. Yesterday I cycled 40mins to an area ive never been, then ran 5,5km, then chilled around in the area, then cycled back. Its the (little) adventures what makes life shine imo

[@glen6276]

Jen giving you a hug when you got home. Priceless. Somethings can’t be bought ❤

[@jmotazedi]

That was awesome

[@SteveSmith-xw7xi]

It was awesome. But … then she took the boat from there. So @marklewis does the challenge really count 😜

[@RyantheGiraffe]

This is the kind of video that inspires and uplifts. Makes me want to go on my own adventure! The lack of numbers, the simplicity, it cuts through the comparison game and rat race feel of most content. My favorite of your videos yet. Thanks Mark

[@dbracer]

This might be the best one you've ever done. Again, I have to say that this developing side of you would likely never have happened if Jen hadn't taught you to enjoy the things you do, rather than simply competing at them. She deserved that hug.

[@2011hwalker]

I think age and his injuries have taught him that too.

[@screamingaddabs]

One of the best yet Mark. Above average isn't about PBs, it's about being able to live your life today how you want. It's about being able to go and kayak the river because you want to and enjoying doing it. On your death bed no-one will ask your best 5k time, but you'll tell them about the experiences you had. You'll tell them about all the things you did that you couldn't have ever done if you sat watching Rocky eating pizza all day instead of only doing that now and again between days moving your body around and fueling it well.

[@AdrianRedman]

Love the different content. Like others I came to comment that this felt like it was inspired by the lovely Beau Miles!

[@MarkLewisfitness]

Interestingly - it was the sort of content I wanted to make from day 1. But no one watched so I pivoted to my "traditional" KZbin fitness stuff and at 300k subs thought I had enough to drop in some stuff I enjoy making and still get some views. That said, I love Beau stuff's. My very first motorbike videos have more in common with this latest video than the stuff I built my channel with.....just need to hope people stick around as I bounce between styles as I feel like it!

[@capslock9031]

@@MarkLewisfitness I will. This was your best storytelling to date. I was captivated throughout and the end really moved me. Thank you for being the inspiration I need.

[@triciaseddon4301]

​@@MarkLewisfitness I'll stick around, loved it, xxxx

[@arnoldmonk6381]

One of your best, thanks. Kayaking/canoeing are great forms of exercise/adventure, just the faff of getting to and from the water, the Garmin kayaking app for my smartwatch isn’t very good either, but do we really need that? Very nice boat, paddle etc. Next, how about some mountain biking?

[@Madmaverick101]

What an amazing ending... tears, and laughter, and joy. This is another in a growing series of videos that is a step above the rest; story, camera, sound, and production are all absolutely top notch, and testament is that I am hankering for the next one. Great show, Mr Mark!

[@rezniv]

As ridiculous as this is, I can definitely picture myself doing the exact same thing. These past few videos have been my absolute favourites of all time, love the little talk at lunch and the ending never fails to make me cry a little. This fitness KZbinr is becoming something else❤

[@darylmckay]

Mark, I love your unique blend of humour, masochism, try anything approach, and wisdom. The river adventure was just magic and showed how gorgeous Britain can be 😊

[@lois1140]

I loved this video. Beautiful shots, a beautiful message to focus on what matters in life. I loved the ending where you go hug Jen and she pulls the kayak the rest of the way while you stumble on. I feel quite inspired after watching this!

[@Gws525]

Easily one of the most entertaining channels on YT. Loved this video.

[@davezubie]

Mark, I think the reason I enjoy your videos so much is because they are just different. You're a well above average KZbinr!! Bravo.

[@rpark8265]

That walk to the river makes you realise what a car centric society we live in,what we need is more kayak ways 😂

[@MarkLewisfitness]

100% At least more bikes and nice footpaths - and a cash incentive if you can stay under 250lbs ..... I've just solved the NHS!!!!

[@colinricketts1415]

that would make so much sense - build a kayak and paddle board route alongside every sustrans bike path to make it a viable commuting option! can't imagine anything going wrong with that

[@Chen80kg]

250? Not everone is 6ft6​@@MarkLewisfitness

[@chrislowe3060]

This might be my new favorite video of yours. At the end of August, 2022 I flew from Seattle to London and paddled my kayak down the Grand Union Canal from Rugby to London. Amazing trip!! Also two things: 1) Why are you using a spray skirt on a river?? 2) Get yourself an Oru Inlet folding kayak. They fold up origami style and fit into a backpack. The kayak itself weighs under 20 pounds which was a blessing when it came to having to get out of the water and walk around all the canal locks. The total kit weighs 25 pounds which was easy to carry through Heathrow and on the Underground and trains. Fantastic bit of kit for exploring and way easier than towing a full sized kayak behind you!

[@justin8421]

Absolutely love this video. Great camera shots and story!

[@MarkLewisfitness]

Thanks 🙏

[@philipmarais]

Absolutely spectacular film. I used to do these, what we called adventure runs. Running for the adventure of it, rather than the time. Man, how nostalgic I feel right now.

[@markusaicheler8684]

Mark. I love those insights into your head and heart. This video together with the one where you cycled to all yoyr homes is really a beautiful direction your a taking with your videos. Keep it up mate!

[@davidp7414]

Absolutely this, the past homes episode is probably the best KZbin content I have seen in the last year

[@markusaicheler8684]

I think this is because by now, I am very good friends with Mark. Well, it feels like that. He doesn't know me though, but episodes like this resonate so deeply with me, because they are so honest and pure. And I think you can only appreciate this, if you have seen what Mark did over the last years. What a man to admit so much to himself and the world.

[@shane555]

What a rollercoaster of emotions! Comedy, life lessons and incredibly insightful ponderings of how (some of us) choose to spend what little time we have on this earth... I need to start watching more of your stuff fella, it's brilliant 👍

[@meganb7943]

Favorite video...EVER. That statement about the commuters wondering what you're doing...GOLD. absolutely inspirational. Thank you.

[@alexanderschelhase9217]

I loved this video! The idea behind this trip, your decision not to track any of the metrics, the choice of the route, the music, and the cinematography - everything was spot on. Furthermore, I like the last two videos' new, more contemplative tone. It differentiates you from many other KZbinrs out there. You bring maturity and life experience to this platform. Thank you. And I am happy to support you via Patreon.

[@thisisme2681]

I've always enjoyed and been encouraged by your videos. Your last couple videos have your signature feel, but amplified. Not sure how to describe it lol, but I know we, your audience, can feel the shift in a positive direction.

[@livewire1957239]

Mark, this was amazing. From the highs of “I’m floating!” And “this is beautiful” to the lows of feeling your body ache and having to carry on anyway long after it stopped being fun, this is very recognisable stuff for any (amateur) endurance athlete. Thanks for sharing the experience with us.

[@stickymoose9043]

Brilliant video as usual Mark. Nice challenge. I love the fact that Jen came gave you a hug and dragged the kayak home the final yards for you!

[@MakoTheFrog]

The path less traveled is often filled with unexpected but wondrously welcome fulfillment. I think this is the best video you have ever made Mark, totally encapsulates my mentality towards fitness that enhances a healthy, happier lifestyle. It doesn't matter what you do, just do something and remember to enjoy it, optimal pacing strategy, nutrition, technique all of that distracts from just enjoying the moment, so just do something and don't worry about the rest.

[@chelseamiller2949]

I loved the difference in focus here. And the ending was so perfect. ❤

[@brentl8374]

That hug and help to cap it off were incredible!

[@orangetwelve3462]

That was just BRILLIANT!!! Your excitement and joy (just over getting the kayak in the water) was palpable. What a great adventure!! Like age 8 having the time of your life! 😊😄

[@marknash6307]

This is one of the best examples I have seen of someone who suddenly realises, it’s about the moment, the here and now, the feeling, the view, the thrill, not the speed, the time, pace, the distance, the calories burned. My love is snowboarding. To fully enjoy those two or three weeks every year I have to make sure I am reasonable/ good condition to throw myself down a mountain at speed for six hours a day for those weeks. This requires me to put the effort into my condition all year long. When I am on the mountain I always stop and appreciate the beauty of what I am doing, the people I am doing it with and it makes me so happy Mark if you ever want to give it try, give me a shout. Keep on enjoying the journey.

[@RockNReefPhotography]

Absolutely love this Mark. Life is about the journey not the destination. Your videos always brighten my day as a 50 year old bloke who has had cancer and is just trying to stay fit and above ground as long as I can, you give me a nice shot of inspiration.

[@judyotto3736]

I loved this so much. The adventure, your humour, the scenery, the thought process and narrative, and a loved one at the finish line. What a perfect way to spend the day. The data wouldn’t have mattered at all. The message meant everything.

[@FlowJunkie24816]

The joy on your face when you made it into the water was priceless ❤

[@VtheVman]

I started watching your channel because of the exercise challenges, but now I look forward to your videos for life lessons and much more. You’re a good man Mark. Keep spreading good messages to the world.

[@slax4884]

I'm absolutely loving this style of sincere video Mark. Also kinda gives me some hope and motivation that can still try unique and random things even while getting older. Am 35, am so heavy atm, changed my diet doing more exercise and still very frustrated with my progress while simultaneously feeling like my 20s and early 30s were robbed from me by me being a carer for a family member that made me stress eat. Love these videos, makes me feel maybe I can do something more and random and challenging. Went to another town spontaneously the other day and it was beautiful even though spent a short time the other day

[@megdunn]

One of your best videos! Incredibly refreshing. If more people thought about fitness this way we'd probably live in a much healthier society.

[@baldybiking4171]

Fantastic video Mark. I am a cyclist of twenty years and totally agree with you - doing new little adventures with no idea of end/ time is so satisfying. I often go out without Strava or Garmin, off road mountain biking on a new road with the sole target of getting lost and just enjoying the scenery/weather… so satisfying.. grin on my face all day.. thank you for showing the sheer delight of doing this. 😊

[@GregoryPinto-s3g]

That's a beautiful and glorious film. A triumph! Well done for creating it Mark. You might never repeat that endeavour, but it will remain with you always. And the smells, the exhaustion, the seeming ridiculous nature of pulling a kayak alongside the main road, of taking a boat for a walk. of struggling and laughing at yourself how you get into it at the waters edge. These and a myriad other personal memories are what will make this 'work out', an adventure. Loved it!

[@jimmcbride6297]

What an enjoyable, uplifting video...until 18 minutes in. You described my daily work commute and I went into depression, on a holiday weekend to boot. Thanks!

[@nicolamurphy5296]

😂 It's a sign! 😉

[@kristians6525]

The end made me cry a bit😅 dont know why. Great video Mark!!

[@chiparooo]

Awesome challenge! I think we know what we are capable of and come up with the best things to challenge ourselves with. Great job seeing it through. Failure is not an option! Thanks for sharing!

[@Msssminaj1]

So cool. Its hard to find joy in the little things. I live in Los Angeles so peace is almost nonexistent. I found some watching you today. Thank you

[@garthcox4307]

Your recent style of video is beyond good, really thought provoking and of a high quality. A reflection of the things that really matter. It will be interesting to see you getting established in the area around your new home if the move comes off.

[@ShauryaRajwar]

You have been an inspiration ever since I began watching your videos back in India . I now call Reading home from the past 2 years and I’m 2 months into my fitness journey, you captured my daily running route behind my house , which has helped me dropped 12 kgs . I was feeling a little un inspired this week , thank you for dropping this video and reminding why I began this journey in the first place . Hoping some day our paths cross on a run along the Kennet . Thank you legend

[@robertfunabashi]

12:08 To quote Douglas Adams, time is an illusion; lunchtime doubly so. Great video Mark. Entertaining and inspiring as always.

[@strengthfrank2916]

I really like this documentary style content you are starting to get into, Mark. Thank you for taking the time to put it together for us 🙂

[@chrisbarnes9488]

Enjoyable Mark. Thank you. I am a tad bit older than you and learned years ago how freeing it is to leave the watch at home. We need that at times. I’m grateful for the reminder to simply enjoy.

[@RC1991]

This kind of content is why I follow you Mark. Just doing stuff, not for a specific target but for having fun and enjoying the hell out of it! 🎉

[@jbmcdan]

I love this video, you’ve managed to use fitness as a vehicle to deliver some wisdom and perspective. Thanks for the reminder that training should be fun and life should be savored. I think this video and your bike tour or Redding are my favorite you’ve done. Thanks Mark 😊

[@foodbymark]

You are an inspiration! Loved this. Just completed 7 days bikepacking around the Cairngorms and East Highlands, an experience like no other, every day outside my comfort zone and then some. So rewarding!

[@approachableactive]

Mark your a genuine legend! If more of us just thought "I wonder if I can?" And then had a go.. think what we could achieve! We could have the blister cream industry at new found heights! 😂😂

[@MarkLewisfitness]

and the NHS with not much to do!

[@vanessamartinez4917]

Mark, your videos bring me joy, entertainment and inspiration. This video especially had excellent storytelling, humor and heart. You are lucky/blessed to have a partner that helps you carry the load, both figuratively and literally. Thank you. ❤️😀👏

[@gavedgar6839]

Brilliant Mark one of the best videos you have done. I’m not a gym lover, but walk, cycle a MTB and canoe, Kayak. I used to live near you so know the route and have paddled the same route. Love the mindset of just do it and not measure it. Nice one.

[@filipberntsson6634]

I have to second what the others've been saying. This hits harder than chasing ks and seconds and calories. Everyone's dying for personal storytelling and adventures. You're one of the good ones Mark.

[@ian-mucarruthers441]

My wife has a habit that we call binge exercising. She won't cycle for ages then we do 3 60 mile days back to back. No rowing then 5hrs. This was an example of binge kayaking and a great one. Lovely filming and I really enjoyed the longer format. Thanks

[@mokagio]

What an absolute legend! Great spirit of adventure. Doing things because they are worth doing and because of the memories we’ll carry from them, not to close rings or get badges. I’m thinking of adventures to have with my kids as they grow older. This would definitely be one of those. Thanks Mark!

[@76drwstown]

I really enjoyed this video Mark. Thank You. I hope you have peace right now man. Prayers up for you! Thanks for all you do!

[@MrHighlander666]

Brilliant video sir, the beauty of just enjoying the experience and not watching a step counter or monitoring calories, all the while knowing you are getting the exercise and health benefits from it. In a world where competition and statistics seem to mean the most to people its a breath of fresh air just see someone just go out and enjoy themselves (even if you did almost pass out!). Great work!

[@Journeyoflee]

Just brilliant Mark, loved every second of this. It didn't look that difficult to start with but I was wrong , by there end I totally got it. Great workout and you looked like you had the best day ever - Priceless mate !!

[@DMoss84]

This was fantastic, Mark. The production value is incredible and the message you deliver is powerful. Fitness can give us a lot of accomplishments, but more importantly it leads to fun and fulfillment.

[@MarkLewisfitness]

Im a bloke with a GoPro and a drone from Argos…. So I’ll take the production value compliment gratefully. 🙏

[@Kurnurs]

Mark... I watched your channel a couple years ago when I was debating whether or not to get a Garmin watch. I haven't kept up with it too much except for the odd video here and there. But recently I have watched many of your more recent videos. Wow! They're seriously inspiring and funny and hearing your past struggles is really resonating with things that have happened recently in my life. You're very inspiring while at the same time "keeping it simple". Love it all. Keep on keeping on. Definitely a fan.

[@edwardcowling8310]

Absolutely loved this Mark. Ironically I'm just setting out on a fitness project that is going to be much more like what you might say you 'subjected' yourself to last year, counting macros and taking pace seriously etc, and I must say I am very excited about that. However your film has reminded me of how much else I've got to be excited about afterwards, to not be obsessing over detail but just doing things because I want to, and without any real plan. Thank you so much for this film, it truly is wonderful.

[@martinfoos6683]

This is the best video you've ever made. Thank you for all of them!

[@larrycrowne8330]

Thanks for this video mate. I recently got married. Me and my wife are both introverted and alone were wary of trying new things, but together we’ve been learning lots of different sports and it’s great fun. Thanks to you I’ve just had a look at local kayak rental and hopefully we’ll be out doing it this weekend! All the best to you and your wife.

[@curtisleblanc1880]

wow, brilliant video, Mark. I like them all but this one was a bit deep and I have been feeling the same lately about just getting out for a run by the river to just get out and run. Thanks for the reminder that's it's not all about the data. Cheers from a Canadian follower.

[@chrisduffill5248]

Love the way you did this , I have had a week without my watch , as fed up with it telling me stuff I do not need ……it was liberating

[@kdub2757]

When you said you were starting with going down stream first I knew it was going to be a rough trip. I always go up stream first so the current is with me on the way back once fatigue sets it. The back/butt pain, and foot numbness is always a limiting factor. Love all your videos, I have been into fitness all my life (Biking, Hiking, & weights), but would lose sight at times of what is realistic, and feel like shit about myself. Your videos have helped me mentally to stay grounded in what is realistic, and sane for a 43 year old with a demanding life. I love the idea of above average. Just got back to cycling after a couple years off. I want to thank you for the inspiration.

[@wazzup105]

That hug... well deserved! Good job!

[@mitchwells69]

Excellent. Thank you did the inspiration. I just ran my first 25K trail run last weekend and I’m having a little trouble getting motivated to get back on my feet and start running again.

[@carly-beatz-DJ]

Mate, what a lovely video. The ending gave me goosebumps too. Love the message in this: doing things you do - because you enjoy them. Perfect.

[@brent_f]

Fabulous story telling Mark. Leaving out all the “metrics” made it that more compelling. Lovely ending with that Jen hug❤. Thanks for the video.

[@raesianNW]

Honestly, this is an incredible little documentary. I always tend to compare myself to my younger years (I'm only 30 lmao), but in my early 20's in the best shape of my life just like you're doing with the other version of yourself. One thing that you reminded me of in this video was that it's not about where you were years ago, what your data is showing, or whatever. It's about the experiences in those moments and the ones about just getting out of my comfort zone more than now to experience new things without caring about what my garmin is telling me. So, I appreciate that Mark, truly. I've kind of been doing that recently with my wife, but when it came to fitness recently, I was just obsessing about the data and made me forget why I even wanted to exercise in the first place. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy most of your content for the funny phrases and information, but this side of you and the content is quite enjoyable and truthfully hope that you keep doing some stuff like this. Kuddo's to you Mark for this hell of a paddle/walk and we appreciate you filming it along the way because I've never seen anything in the UK lol! Appreciate it brotha, keep at it!

[@reczy]

Looks like you had a great time and pushed yourself to the limit, Mark. I’ve just got to say one thing, everyone needs a Jen in their life. That moment at the end reminded me of my partner; very much another Jen. She supports me to push my boundaries and picks me up when I’m broken. There’s nothing better than that feeling.

[@Matt-yw8tj]

Love this video. Mines is simple, I get up at 5am and go for a good run or gym session before work. I know I enjoy that, so as much I have a fun job that I’m grateful for, the first thought in my head in the morning isn’t getting ready for work, it’s something fun. I take the dog which also enriches it all. Even if it’s not a great day in terms of the workout, it’s a lovely start to the day. It makes me happy. It makes my work better. It makes life better.

[@VoodooToad.]

That was one of my favourite pieces of content you have created Mark. Excellent story telling as always. Thank you.

[@sevay8423]

Backyard adventures, next to your usual content these are my favorite kinds to watch. Beautiful content❤️

[@c.h.2579]

Loved the story and a great lesson for us all! My dad taught me how to sail and one of the pieces of advice was to start with the upwind part, that way if anything happened I could always make it back with relative ease. I find I still do that, whether I go running, cycling or sailing now I always go out the hardest way for as long and as hard as I like, knowing I can always make it back home.

[@AverageMax13]

The look of joy and pride when you first launches in the kayak, Mark, is absolutely wonderful. Yet another brilliant video. Thank you for the reminders on keeping it simple and keeping it fun. Love this.

[@AverageMax13]

And also, that last shot of Jen and Mark having a little cuddle and a hand back home... Beautiful. I'm not sure why but this video really amde me feel more relaxed about the journey. No stress. No numbers. Just vibes. I hope you're proud Mark.

[@bencliff2714]

You're just releasing banger after banger lately Mark, I've really enjoyed a lot of your latest content and it's made me think a lot about my relationship with exercise. Thank you, this has really inspired me to drop the data and go back to the roots of why I enjoy exercising.

[@geoffstephenson3932]

Loved the video I think my favorite shot was the drone footage of you paddling on the river and passing underneath the bridge with cars passing over you. You living life and enjoyment the moment while everyone else was going to work. Your best to date in my humble opinion.

[@loesgeurts1907]

Thank you for helping me realize what I had lost: just enjoying the moment and forgetting about the time and the statistics and the results. You’re an inspiration for many (and the comment about your Garmin really cracked me up😂, very recognizable).

[@cube04]

A beautiful video, Mark. When you were entering the river, you could see the excitement and fun in your eyes. A great idea for a video….loved it! 💪🏻

[@teepee9466]

Great video and a refreshing reminder that sometimes the stats just don’t matter. How you feel whilst you’re doing it and when you’ve finished count more most of the time. If I get disappointed that my stats have ‘got worse’ it can end up putting me off going out on a run again to avoid the disappointment, which is just a negative feedback loop. But sometimes it’s just better to forget the numbers and just go do the activity or have the adventure for the sake of doing those things.

[@vicciberry3041]

Beautifully put and a reference to my favourite film ever. Well done. What a perfect message

[@davidbaker5725]

Fabulous video love the idea of the adventure from your door, so cool! You walked to the river with your boat, that rocks!

[@jonathancaldwell8897]

Something quite Partridge about seeing you pull your canoe down an A-Road in Reading on a Bank Holiday weekend. Just needed to have some windscreen washer fluid and to be singing Goldfinger.

[@bethfit]

For many reasons, this is one of my favourite videos of yours. They are always entertaining (I am a very long term subscriber) but you seem to be getting more 'philosophical' and it adds even more value. Thank you ☺