How I got the strongest I've ever been at 36 years old

[@mattdavella]

New channel called Minimalift? 🙋‍♂

[@alasdairbarton]

DO IT

[@matthews8580]

Yes! Your fitness stuff got me back to the gym! ❤

[@thelookingcat]

You should definitely do it! New era of Matt the Minimalift!

[@usifnabil8111]

YES!

[@jarrad5723]

Sam Sulek style, surely...

[@AustralianStrengthCoach]

Feel free to annoy me as much as you like my guy, it’s been an absolute pleasure working with you, and it’s been a pleasure listening to how simple yet informative and accurate your lessons are on getting jacked and strong. Another awesome video Matt. Thank you for allowing me to be part of it 🙏

[@Orio1231]

Would you care to share the program that you and Matt created? I know its very individual but could be interesting to see what exercises you guys did :)

[@skip3619]

@@Orio1231there’s no way he should or would share that. Just go to LiftVault, there’s hundreds of PL programs if you want to peruse

[@carson7561]

@@Orio1231 The link to the program is in the description of Matt's powerlifting video that came just before this. I'd share it but I think that would get flagged as spam

[@TRADE-RUNNER]

That was so inspiring! Thank you both for doing this and putting out.

[@itsmeyourfriend]

How do I properly deload?

[@weino3]

0:43 Lesson #1 Set a big f*cking goal 2:30 Lesson #2 Hire the world's best strength coach 5:06 Lesson #3 Be (imperfectly) consistent 6:46 Lesson #4 Progressive overload 7:57 Lesson #5 Stay off social media 11:16 Lesson #6 Following a legit programme 13:05 Lesson #7 Track everything 14:13 Lesson #8: You don't need to train to failure 17:10 Lesson #9 Effort makes a difference (but at a cost)

[@vircabutar]

Bless

[@Thepreetpal15]

i've been following you for 5 years and every video of yours has improved my life

[@eliasflores1377]

wth wait so have i 😭 crazy time flies

[@ogSuperHapyFunTime]

Next vid: as big as possible in 100 days

[@ethanpradhan3024]

bro unlocked dad strength

[@IvarAnderberg]

best comment

[@SteadfastLiving]

All that you need in life is already inside you

[@kaileyjacomet4660]

Matt, we went to middle school and high school together (Kailey Ibsen). Your "no sugar for 30 days" video was just recommended to me by YT. Small world! Glad you're doing well.

[@sidharthbhatia8399]

Hey Matt, where are you man? I have been following you since a long time now and I miss your content. Hope you return to KZbin soon!

[@mickeytran1936]

Holy smokes it's been 8 months already? 😮

[@gage.does.everything]

Hey! Just wanna let you guys know that he has been uploading on a channel called Bonus D’Avella has revived the Ground Up Show under the new name “Three Rules” the first episode is out now.

[@ctznafrica]

Matt is the only youtuber i have been watching consistently for the past 6 years - the vids never tire - thank you for making these, helping me do better!

[@Aaron_Siv76]

Been watching your channel since 2018, also watched your documentary before I knew it was you. Love the journey all these years

[@mojtababss6231]

Hi Matt hope you are doing well , I have to say I'm missing you and of course your contents so do not keep us waiting please :) I'm following you over than 6 7 years

[@Andrew-dg7qm]

Matt, I’m glad you haven’t posted. I’ve been watching for 7 years. Good for you for taking a break. There’s so much great content that I’m happy watching your reruns. Enjoy, and know we’re all so grateful you’ve contributed so much. Humans are not factories and we’re not meant to be. You must be allowed times when you do not create anything at all. You must fill your (creative) well, as Julia Cameron says. Creative people need time when they’re not making anything, more than most. I support you. I’m proud of you😎🤙

[@Duc1796]

@@Andrew-dg7qmyou know you’re not replying to Matt? This channel isn’t a place for passive aggressive stabs at other people

[@turnoverbros]

@@Duc1796 It wasn't passive aggressive

[@poesaste]

Seb is a killer coach. I’ve learned a lot by watching just a few of his videos.

[@Reegs01]

As a power lifter watching your videos since the beginning, this was beyond my favourite mini series !

[@Vladdicted]

Matt, I'm 36 too and I'm also in my peak shape now than I was my whole shitty life before! Buddy, thank you for this great video. Btw I also quit drinking and smoking a while ago and started recording vids :) I can't tell you how grateful I am to you for this vid!

[@cryptosarcasm66]

Keep it up man, you're doing great. I'm 41 and I feel better than I did 10 years ago.

[@Vladdicted]

Thx, man@@cryptosarcasm66

[@RIASSENPAI]

W

[@PhilipLemoine]

LFG

[@Shvabicu]

35 and same thing here. Stronger than ever due to being more consistent than ever

[@gastronomee_]

go you! i realized so much about working out and strength training was mental - it's your brain holding you back, not the body. you inspire me every day! (content and lifestyle now too!)

[@rohanbanerjee_]

Lesson #10 Dad strength is real

[@SteadfastLiving]

What we put in your body eventually become us

[@Zx6rBlue]

I love that your wife is so supportive! A good partner in life is priceless ❤

[@arlettcantoral6292]

So proud of you Matt! You're such an inspiration 🙏 sharing love to your baby boy and wife, too❤️

[@josemiguelguanique214]

Hola vieja, I'm so happy to write a comment to you after a long time, wanted to let you know that I'm at my best version right now, it all started with your Minimalism documentary. I followed your advice in order to shut down my self development's content consumption and start taking action 2 years ago, wanted to tell you: 1. Congratulations to you and Nat for your new baby. 2. You look amazing amigo. 3. Thank you for existing. And as always, keep up the amazing work, may you and your family be blessed, and may more and more people get the same or even better benefits from your work, through self development and self commitment, so they can also declutter their lives and focus on what matters, as I did. VAMOS PA' LANTE VIEJAAAAA 💪

[@mrmister5729]

this is peak content, matt never misses. all the best to you!

[@DanielMYabrudy]

Matt, I'm legitimately happy to see you're still making content. Thank you so much.

[@secretscarlet8249]

Being strong would help in lifting your present and future kid(s). Fun dad times and bonding!

[@i_am_linezer0]

Hey man, just received your email. Going through passionless periods of time when what used to make you happy doesn't anymore is absolutely crushing. Your identity seems to dissolve into nothingness. Putting on a front for the camera must be incredibly taxing too. I'm really glad you took the tough but right decision to walk away. I hope you get well soon again and find your flame again. I'm sure your wonderful wife and your cute kid help gain some perspective. Cheers Matt. See you again when you're ready.

[@guilleacq]

This is a really kind message, I am sure he'll appreciate it!

[@Liilow92]

Oh i did not know he stopped youtube :(

[@JoshHitti]

Great work, dude. Consistency and intentional workouts is the key to unlocking progress.

[@rolanddes]

Carmen's video quality has been gradually improving. Thanks for the great content.

[@talhanawaz7951]

This content is gold. I am really glad you touched on the aspect of social media psychologically affecting one's own perception of their progress ❤

[@alyacrucem]

Almost 3 years being a minimalist because of you! thank you so much, Matt!❤

[@Tiago-pq5cv]

A comment from Brazil : It is really hard to keep commited for a long period to me, please keep posting video like this! Tks

[@ditz3nfitness]

Tha gym! It's a place we can always come back to at ANY age, and still make progress! It might not be the same at every age, but you'll ALWAYS make some progress, and get healthier to hopefully live longer too!

[@cjbeckersf]

Lesson #3: Be (imperfectly) consistent. I totally relate with this lesson! It reminds me of something a previous manager used to tell me: 'Don't let perfect be the enemy of good.' As a perfectionist, I often found myself getting frustrated or even angry when a project or goal didn’t turn out what I thought "perfect" should be. Setting S.M.A.R.T goals is also very helpful.

[@brycebyte]

What a lovely cross between worlds. Kudos, Matt and great job! May you enjoy the journey 🫡

[@martinhovgaard]

Great video Matt, i have been doing a program with a personal trainer since January, and its great to have someone, who tells you how to proper do a lift! Its my 2 time trying this, and my first time was horrible, the trainer was only doing it for fat money, so this time i was more sceptical, but i must admit, this dude have helped me to enjoy fitness! I have set a personal goal to be in the best shape of my life, before im turning 40! And its a fun goal to have! Not only to loose weight, but also gain muscle etc. i have an office job, and i was starting to have issues with my back, where the blood stream wasnt great between the shoulders, due to looking at a monitor for 8-12 hours a day, so it was either chiroprator or getting my ass of the chair and doing something for myself! I choose the last part! For now, im actually enjoying heading to the gym!

[@YoutubeWatts]

Next challenge suggestion - you should see how quick you could get to a blue belt in Brazilian Jiujitsu!

[@rzuku97TV]

actually this is a great idea

[@GodfrriCroos]

Hey Matt where are you? I miss your vids man 😕

[@sagarbirje8671]

Hey Matt! Been waiting for you new videos

[@MiroKrotky]

More videos pls 😭 this is so quality content! 😢❤

[@LifeofBryn]

Super motivation to get that proper strength programme going. Great video! Said to myself every year since 36yo that THIS year id be the best shape of my life. at 42, it happened thanks to a challenge called 75HARD. Just goes to show that whatever challenge motivates you to continue is a good idea 💪🏼💪🏼

[@dangell8984]

Hello Biceps! Freaking so proud of you Matt! Content is Gold! I really enjoyed these videos a lot. It was exciting watching you compete and so glad your beautiful wife was there with you and you also stayed a present father and had a life. Keep going!!! You got this!

[@DominicHill]

HEVY > Strong App

[@thedanielaros]

Thanks for taking us along this journey, Matt. Truly an inspiration for us all 😁

[@Ksnydes12]

Man that social media bit is so important. Seeing the best of the best every day makes you think you suck

[@louierayfaundo2356]

miss you man -

[@thelookingcat]

This is so inspiring! I'm only 20, but it's really uplifting to know that I can look forward to the next 20 years as years of growth, not just mentally, but physically too!

[@BetterYouNow]

Your last video inspired me to go from lifting 3x10 reps to 3x3, my body is actually growing the same or even better growth than before. I'm focused on gaining strength after seeing you double your benchpress in 100 days which I didn't know was even possible. Excited to watch this video now left my comment before even starting it lol!

[@Shvabicu]

You're not gonna grow much muscle with 3x3 but you will get much stronger. A proper program also isn't just a rep scheme.

[@BetterYouNow]

@@Shvabicu Progressive loading, strength is what am training for now since bench has always been like 185ish and weigh 155. The weight is totally different to what was lifting before, focusing on compounds exercises and really just want strength these days

[@inglescomrafarufino]

Matt, the work you do is priceless. You're a gem! 🤜🤛

[@iykazorji8171]

This has been my favorite series of yours Matt

[@jemkaraceylan6437]

Love it when one of your fave KZbinrs becomes a fitness influencers

[@bethpiper6091]

I love this. I looked into a personal trainer and the cost was too high for my income. It was really agonizing to come to terms with the impossibility of having a trainer because I knew it would be life changing and life sustaining for aging. I had the desire,but just didn’t have the money. I’m sure I’m not alone in this. I love the idea of a personal trainer. It’s out of reach for so many of us. I’ve been watching Matt for years like many of you also.

[@nour9067]

such a pleasure to come back watching your vids

[@therichbuddha3277]

I would hope so!! LOL I started weight training at 30 and strongest at 54. Don't get caught up in chronological numbers Matt. Just keep at it consistently.

[@mawruzz]

we love you, take care please

[@PhilipLemoine]

I started working out this year, and IG was feeding me a lot of gym content. I had to start telling it NO once it started showing people getting hurt.

[@DrBanner23]

Matt. I always look forward to your videos. As I get old, I realize my content consumption has changed. I’m glad you have stayed for the journey :)

[@vhahahaha]

Hey Matt! I just gotta say, I can definitely see the old you coming back in these videos. Doing a lot of the things yourself is making the videos more personal, and less, corporate, if that is the right word. No hate, I just really, really love your work :)

[@melissalo3549]

Agreed with having a good coach or trainer to work consistently with (consistency is key for both attending sessions AND practicing in between). I finally bit the bullet when I didn’t have a formal program and over tired my back muscle- my PT recommended a personal trainer and I was lucky to find the perfect person for the type of person I was (couch potato turned a walking potato). I wasn’t able to squat or deadlift a bar and was able to squat and deadlift 105 lbs in 2 months. Best money spent!

[@manikmahajan3453]

Matt, your videos are simply the best. They boast good storytelling, excellent production quality, and I could name five more things you excel at. I thoroughly enjoy watching your content and have learned a great deal from you. Thank you for sharing your videos.

[@davidvmuir]

Hey Matt, just finished watching your video and it was so motivating! I love how you emphasized setting big goals and focusing energy wisely. Your journey is inspiring and it's great to see the impact of having a coach. Keep up the awesome work, looking forward to more content like this!

[@ditz3nfitness]

6:48, I progressively overload my eating, and have been since I was born on this planet. This has caused me to do a permanent bulk, which I'll continue 😂

[@Christinamychas]

Matt can no longer be a minimalist due to his maximalist gainz 💪

[@Beatriz-e7c]

I have seen matt's happy face after so long on his channel's thumbnail. Always be happy😊

[@JanganMeninggalkanSejarah]

The 🐐!

[@FrootNinja]

It's cool you referenced Mike and Jeff nippard love it. Yep 1-2 in the tank is fine tbh

[@shavkatxolxojayev6503]

Why aren't you taking a new video. We are still waiting for it!!! Bro i was imitating to your speech to improve my speaking pronunciation for speaking like you. I finished watching your whole videos let's put videos again here pls

[@willemrood]

Setting a big goal (or just an event) is so true. With running, if I don't have a race planned I won't do anything serious about my running practice. But if it's there, I'm damn sure to put effort into doing the best I can for that event.

[@FrenchHODL]

The most challenging thing is not to get there in a short amount of time, but to stay there 🙌

[@ScottJames02]

*Be (Imperfectly) Consistent is my favorite one!* 💜 In the long run, it's better to improve 1% (almost) every day, than improve 3-5% every once in a while. 💪 Consistency doesn't need to be perfect for the power of compounding to shine! 📈

[@dustyutubeify]

Powerlifting is so fun because of the people you lift around! The competitions were so fucking scary at first but man, the people there are genuinely cheering for everyone to do their best.

[@NewWAVEMan]

Salute to you, Matt! You’re an inspiration!

[@Waktunyauntuk]

never thought im gonna see the one and only, Mr. Australian Strength Coach, Sebastian Oreb in Matt's video. Minimalist x Powerlifting is one of my tag now😁

[@alyacrucem]

can't wait for the next uploaaad! 😩 rewatching your videos atm ❤

[@MannyGrey]

8:51 you should see the comments under martial arts videos. My word.

[@knw-seeker6836]

Thanks for sharing Matt Both of the powerlifting videos are really informative and inspiring

[@zeeny98]

I watched alot of you're videoes many years ago, but don't know why I didn't follow you then, but just found your channel again and I love your channel! This video also made me get back into the gym! Thanks alot for the awesome content Matt! Cheers from Norway

[@pepevaldes]

I was thinking I was surprised to see a Matt video out Of focus. Then I put on my glasses.

[@travmcbride]

All time man! Loved every min of this 💛💪🏼

[@johncashman2373]

Didn't expect Matt to become my favourite fitness KZbinr but it's happening

[@nobody___knows]

It looks like Matt has a new channel: Bonus D'Avella

[@zareeftashfique8168]

Lesson #3 is the most important lesson I agree We always beat ourselves up for missing days when life gets in the way! I been guilty of starting the program from day 1 when I went out one weekend and had a few extra drinks in me (as a punishment) I’d start program from day 1 I now realize how negative I was to myself and to my overall growth

[@henrydidit]

This hit the bullseye of the ven diagram of my interests 🎯. Thanks for sharing Matt. Meat heads unite 💪

[@AdamMc192]

*Solid Work* 🤜 lots of research to show you can get stronger well into your older age. All about consistency!

[@JudahKellyMusic]

I was watching and it was cool but I subbed purely for The Office clip you popped in there 😂

[@11pleon]

After 7 years of monthly videos……. babies are absolute combo breakers😂

[@busheater944]

Sebastian is the GOAT - awesome coach

[@JulienBoulardMW]

Thanks for the video Matt! I actually watched it while running at the gym.😂 For me the best is focused powerlifting, followed by more relaxed cardio session what Matt d’Avella’s videos. 😊

[@ralphramirez7504]

Lifter Matt is a beast.

[@Sport_Sante]

Incredible 🔥 great video thx 💪🏼

[@caterinas6863]

Is Matt okay? I am worried by the lack of videos

[@nobody___knows]

It looks like he has an new account: Bonus D'Avella

[@caterinas6863]

@ thank you so much for telling me !!

[@chacsv]

Matt where are you? We miss your videos and a lot

[@rongitmukherjee]

Hey, when are we getting a new video 🥲

[@evir440]

LOVE your videos! Content plus editing is just spot on!!!

[@Official.Yuichiro]

Hell yeah part 2 is here🔥

[@robbiebacolod]

Thanks for this Matt! I've been getting into health more, trying to change my lifestyle to a healthier one. Especially since I just reached 30 this year, hoping I can be nearly as buff as you at age 36 💪

[@pazsitz]

I'm just a hobby sportmen. I did some comps. Nowadays less, because of lack of time (family, work). However I definitely felt less skipped training, more determined and strict with my training, when I was preparing to a comp. Regardless the result of the comp. you'll push yourself more, and that's already a win!

[@mijamkar10]

Hey matt I’m your true follower and i admire you a lot my one request for you is please make video on being vegan for 30 days

[@marianaxprimo]

As a baby powerlifter hahaha, Matt spread the word of powerlifting makes me very happy

[@artemface]

Such a top notch video. Thank YOU Matt.

[@mrkiddduane]

I don't drop many likes on videos but you got a like. Congratulations on your achievement. Very inspiring. Great content.

[@XanderYTV]

I started lifting at 24 and felt like I was "too late". I am now 25 and infinitely glad that I started "late". I can confidently say it's worth it to start whenever. 30, 35, 40+. It's always worth it to get stronger... And get SWOLE BRO 💪💪💪

[@naniyates3971]

"The only opinion that should ever matter is you today and you tomorrow." well said my friend.

[@Cody.messner]

ive been strength training for 24 years consisntelty now.. I still make progress yearly and am in almost every level of strength... also no serious injuries ever in all my years of training... so if you need a coach hit me up. I'm taking on clients.