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[@strengthcamp]

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[@ToneB]

Don’t quit KZbin brother. Just do it in moderation.

[@donal935]

Weight lifting was my yoga so to speak. I was never big on weights until 3 years ago then I guess I had a renaissance of sorts. I became a weight freak and over time got ridiculous results. But as of a few months ago, a doctor advised me to get a pacemaker for a heart problem I was born with that had been getting worse. Unfortunately during the surgery, they punctured my heart (1 in a few hundred chance). Over the next few weeks I had many corrective surgeries and almost died. In 1 single month, I lost 18kg of muscle alone. (They weighted me) Today was my first day ever training again with weights and I can tell you, it is a physically horrible experience trying to master weights that were mere child's-play for me 6 months ago. Having said that, it was mentally a great experience. I feel like i'm back. :) Your videos SERIOUSLY help with my rehabilitation. Thank you for being a positive force to all who need it.

[@duganrocks100]

That's awesome man.

[@SYKim_94]

+Donal Caldwell Good to hear you recovering! :D

[@kirapoodle]

+Donal Caldwell respect

[@mealamili]

+Donal Caldwell much respect

[@yoman3461]

Donal, your the man, good luck

[@Mantis858585]

The strongest man on earth is the man with the most self control.

[@surelock3221]

And the guy who's the most jacked is the guy who jacked off the most.

[@GoldenHellcat]

Mike Lewis says the man who doesn't lift

[@Mantis858585]

I train heavy, brotein shake!

[@Mantis858585]

Nice, thanks for sharing karamjeet

[@seankimble9216]

Mike Lewis Truth

[@berkarslan]

"The strongest version of yourself" is the best term to describe what we all want to achieve. True words man, keep it going..

[@CyrusP.]

I did, I watched it until the very end. And I have more enthusiasm for our internal capabilities, than external ones. I believe that the strongest version of yourself is when you don't ever stop trying to become the best version of yourself. That you never lose that drive to reach that goal, and the only way to reach it is to keep being driven by such a desire. So, becoming the best version of yourself is more than just a goal. It's a way of thinking. It's a practice of character. And once you've firmly planted that willingness to never stop becoming the best version of yourself..then perhaps, you've already become the best version of yourself :)

[@edenkretchet2612]

Cyrus Papa Preach! On point.

[@CyrusP.]

ComikkiLL I love you so much friend :*

[@ylarryc]

Cyrus Papa Now you are just smokeing weed.

[@edenkretchet2612]

ComikkiLL lol

[@edenkretchet2612]

ComikkiLL lmao hilarious

[@dombower]

6:40 Brilliant quote "We live in a day and age where we have a plethora of information and availability of experiences to us, except we are swimming in the destractions around us."

[@tafri961]

dombower ", except we are swimming........... " what does this really mean, can u plz explain, Atleast your understanding?

[@djcezcez8120]

Mr. Perfectionist late response, but it means that we overuse the distractions around us instead of focusing on all the information and avaliabilty around us. «Swimming» is just the term used to create hyperbole

[@GabrielMartinez-si8ju]

dude I was scrolling down the comments and I reached this one at the exact moment where he says this in the video😲

[@fighttips]

Great message, here. My "yoga" has always been and always will be strapping on some leather and smashing a heavybag. Find what it is that makes you "stronger" and do it 110%. I've noticed that what didn't come naturally to me at first is what gained my interest the most. The challenge is what engulfed me.

[@TyRafferty]

110%? I believe that is mathematically impossible.

[@ojaya15966]

TyRafferty You haven't achieved super sayien how would you know?

[@Matt-qu3pg]

Haha hey my youtubers intertwine. Fazen watches Elliott too

[@fritzki1]

Thank god I saw your comment, your channel is amazing. I think I might subscribe

[@jinboshim3325]

lol same here

[@XxKINGatLIFExX]

This one video changed my whole perspective and previous prejudice of you. Your emotionally intelligent and every word makes sense. This is the language I speak too, and it's the same for all of the viewers who watched to the end. It's a shame if you ask me, that not everyone understands this.

[@Shotokan07]

There is so much honor in your words, thank you as well for being a part of my life. I turned 30 today and for the first time in my life, I am glad I am here today.

[@Weazle099]

happy B-day.

[@Shotokan07]

Thank you

[@amromisbah4007]

happy birthday brother :)

[@sepie]

Happy Birthday :DD

[@fredgardner2870]

at 63 with lots of cancer issues. your 100% right with trying to be the best at whatever u can do for excercise.

[@alexhall3849]

Spoiler: he does squat and deadlift again

[@TheBayley93]

Thanks

[@GoldenHellcat]

Alex Hall have you seen the video? Imbecile

[@alexhall3849]

Your welcome!

[@alexhall3849]

Oh I'm an imbecile? You must know so much about me. Tell me about myself. Please smart one. You obviously are the one with the brains here.

[@nknownnknown7613]

good 4 u buddy i have spine problems also its definitely tough

[@slasher298]

You explain things so beautifully sometimes. Great vid man!

[@derrickquintal]

Elliott, I consider you a friend i've never met. Since finding your amazing videos on here, I have truly started becoming the strongest version of myself. Physically, spiritually and mentally I am now so much stronger. I have to thank you so much and hope I can meet you in person someday.

[@BlackIcexxi]

I clicked this video and what I got was completely not what I was expecting. This was so inspirational, thanks man.

[@WazigeLogica]

Yeah I was just thinking while listening, (and this is the second video in a row I'm watching off him), that holy shit I have a lot of prejudice when I thought I didn't. In terms of judging this type of guy: Elliot. I would have never expected this depth and intelligence at face value.. Apparently I put this "type" in the tic box of shallow and arrogant.. The irony of finding me myself being the one who actually is shallow and arrogant in my judgement right now. Lol.. Great video and inspiring indeed.

[@jacobsakcat9189]

i wanted to be a power lifter so bad. so bad i started using steroids. i felt so judged every time i went in the gym and stood next to dudes so much bigger than me. i realized that i no longer was happy and i was abusing my body. depression took an ugly path. it took a long time for me to realize who i was and what I wanted. once i learned who i was, i then found my happiness. surfing has been my life...i learned to incorporate the two and find my peace. good video...not everyone is the same. good message.

[@Mygfislazy]

+Balsac Teabaghar aha true

[@Mygfislazy]

+DimebagVision well plus isnt it illegal? I never decided to take it just cause its not for me due to the side effects and just... not the best to do.

[@Mygfislazy]

+DimebagVision chill. i aint tryna argue like some immature kid on here. i was just asking. wasnt too sure on the whole steroid thing

[@Mygfislazy]

Nahh i was only saying i didnt do them lol i just always heard negative side to using them. Wanted to hear some others or good side effects besides the result

[@skr4207]

+jacobs akcat Those bigger dudes look like they insult and judge you , but really, im pretty sure they are chill dudes and would rather give you some advice than laugh at you, they started at some point in their lives just like you did.

[@soormahindustani5882]

I like you Elliot, you are thinking beyond a bodybuilder or a powerlifter's perspective. I watched the whole thing. I couldn't believe you were this intelligent and tuned up with the "existence" or "being". *You are a well rounded person when you bring yoga, spirituality, and other stuff into the mix* . Cheers!

[@PaulPreibisius]

I'd have to say this is one of the best videos of yours I have seen ,we all have goals, aims, limitations, successes, and failures. The realization that you don't have to get lost in all the details and really soak in the experience for what it is and can be (regardless of what experience) is a great one. Too easy to get so lost in being performance oriented. As a newbie to all this (8 weeks into lifting, only 5 months into starting htis whole fitness journey) sometimes I get a bit too wrapped up in numbers/results/performance instead of just stepping back and knowing I am becoming, as you say, the strongest version of myself. Thank you for all of the helpfulness be it the technical strength-training items, or the more esoteric bits that just to sort m'mind.

[@sirgangar]

Many times I listen to your videos While working. I value you input simply because your not trying to sell me something, you give your honest opinion and that is really what I need. Thanks for doing what you do.

[@bodmon.justin]

100% agree with you.

[@billyrammal]

You're actually rather smart. First time i subscribe to a bodybuilding channel not only for your great tips and programs, but because I actually enjoy listening to you, being introduced to new ideas. Hat's off to you, Sir Elliott.

[@OfficialBarstarzz]

Just seen this, thanks for the mention. Much love Elliot, much love.

[@ryanholmes3688]

Fantastic message Elliott. I was training aimlessly with a superficial image in my head, there was no strongest verison just the biggest version. One day I got invited to play badminton (a bit random I thought) with some new friends and found I loved it. It has now become my anchor, a reason to work hard in the gym, a reason to be the strongest version, not the biggest version I had once wanted and this brought me a lot of peace. Find your passion and thrive.

[@grumpywoodiam]

Just recovering from colan cancer, waisting some time watching youtube. What you state in your video is very meaningful and inspiring. No interest in weightlifting, but have subscribed to an individual who seems to have found the inner strength. Thanks for posting. Looking for that inner strenth.

[@n0ztic]

When he said "So I'm talking to YOU. You know who you are, if you're still watching this. I'm greatful to be doing this with you, together." I was really touched! I really appreciate your greatfulness, Elliot.

[@Rudra108]

Yo, Elliott. I'm a yoga teacher from Brazil and I started weightlifting a few months ago. Since then, I've been following your channel and I gotta say this video was the best! =)

[@notenoughtime9515]

Oh well didn't expect this. I was looking for a video for squats and deadlift tips. But what I found was even better. I'll try to keep it short. One year of lifting. As a newbie, I did a lot of everything and anything. Having no advice, I just kept on experimenting. Since 3 months I have my own 'vision'. I'm looking for strength because I believe it's the most exciting aspect of lifting. Looking good is IMO secondary. This is how I came to experimenting squats and deadlift when more than 90% of the casuals in my low-cost gym never did them. Only curls and bench. Although I love bench-press. It just amazes me that one would ignore all the power hiding in the squat and deadlifts. In any case I subbed for the deep thinking and philosophy. You Sir earned my respect.

[@rickbruner]

"The methods are many but the principles are few." "Anybody who comes to you with 'this is the one and only way' probably hasn't had their own experience... there are many ways to reach that strongest version of yourself." So true. One caveat to what you said is that in leaving behind your former passion and devoting your energy to a new one for a time, you may come back to that former pursuit with a stonger, more developed perspective which can only add to growth. No ending or beginning is absolute. Thanks for your insights.

[@ricosalvador3211]

This video is one of the best from these past weeks. I have been watching Elliott's videos since May of this year, and he is instantly my favorite person in the world right now. Through watching his videos, I have become stronger not only physically, but also mentally. Keep it up Elliott.

[@TShraderJr]

This video is Fucking Poetry. That's the only way I can describe what I just watched. I have been struggling with weight my entire life. And among other things, watching this video. Just now. Has made me realize that I am defeated. I've defeated myself. My only adversary in this fight IS Myself. And there are no more excuses. It's time to man up, tell my inner bitch to STFU and take responsibility for my own well being. Instead of always finding an excuse to fail. Thank You.

[@MelgMike53]

Good f*#king man. Do work son.

[@epicdogface1677]

My Brother (Schizo) linked this to me. i have also had weight issues my entire life , Elliot opened my eyes to the priorities that needed to be upheld, he is a motivator to everyone who listens, i am my own worst enemy, i needed this kick in the ass to open my eyes on what is really important thank you Elliot you are a great man

[@mikebiketrike]

YES! It's not too late!

[@petecabrina]

Fuck, I think I might have watched this before, years ago, or I missed it amongst all the others but this is powerful shit, so well said with the not even the slightest hint of ego or dogma. Beautiful stuff.

[@ReneeOdusami]

"Randomly" stumbled across this and so happy I did. Such a beautiful mind, body, and soul. Thank you for sharing from the heart!

[@CodyTheMachine]

Elliott, man, you made me feel so much better about my situation here in life. I messed up a lumbar disc beyond repair, just like that guy, and I've felt like shit for 3 months. I genuinely thank you for answering that question with such deep thought.

[@lilstr3ch]

This was the video I've been looking for, for so long. After I hurt my back, I was completely depressed from having to let go weight lifting. I now know what I can do personally, to feel happy and content with myself again. Thank you Elliot.

[@Calswitch]

You are a learned man Mr Hulse. This video encapsulates very well, why myself and many others enjoy and benefit from sharing in your KZbin catalogued insights. Life is all about experiences, our perception of them and our participation. When I watch your clips regardless of content I know that your intention is genuine and your ego takes a back seat to your desire to share with and to aid others. Thank you.

[@dakillah6018]

I JUST TOUCHED MY FUCKIN TOE FINGERS AGGGGGGGGAIN !!!!!! I HAVE 3 sliped disks and A MAJOR FUCKED UP DISK ........................... BUT I JUST DID IT ! AFTER ONE FUCKIN YEAR OF LAME LIFE CRYING N SHIT I FINALLY TOUCHED MY TOE FINGERS WITHOUT PAIN ! OH MY GOD ! I LOVE YOU ALL

[@drfeelgood386]

Nice work!

[@dakillah6018]

Thnxbro!!!

[@Breh9000cr]

I agree about form..Its impossible with the bad angled barbell squat, so puny in circumference, smaller in fact than a full grown copperhead..Remember, you are placing a load where the vertebra keeps getting smaller & smaller coming up from the hip..Stick with hip & harness lifts or hip belt squats or backlifts..I have done these exercises replacing the small 3 since 1996 & built more muscle mass in terms of weight & leg size than I ever did when I did the poor kinetic force of a barbell squat..Just like if I want a faster speed in a car..Why would I put a smaller horse power in it & expect a faster speed?.Greatest hip & harness lift-weight below the hips -3515 lbs-1991 by Steve Schmidt..Greatest backlift-5340 lbs by Gregg Ernst in 1993..Greatest barbell squat (with wraps,suits, and belt) only about 1260 lbs.. Poor kinetic choice for building thick & strong legs..

[@Breh9000cr]

Forget about barbell back squats..Always in human anatomy support is strongest where the kinetic force is strongest & where its load should be..Weight near the hips or below it is where the thickest bones are in your legs & large muscles down there and thickest joints too which is in your hips..So weight should be loaded near or even below the hips like hip belt squats or hip & harness lifts..Or weight should be evenly distributed across the entire back like a backlift using both arms & legs in the lift..A thin in circumference barbell placed where the vertebrae keeps getting smaller and smaller near the top part of the spine isn't the best congruent exercise for building big legs..Acting like a barbell back squat is near the highest on the weight chain like a Elephant is on the food chain is misinformation..Not even close..Hip & harness record lift-weight below the hip-3515 lbs..Greatest backlift-5340 lbs..The barbell squat-about 1260 lbs & with wraps,belt & suits..Poor kinetic choice

[@mrithun15]

wow thats great man! have you managed to lift normally again with squats n deads. I have several bulging discs and a fusion at L4/L5 due to a severely herniated disc, so my flexibility is messed up

[@skylercooper5719]

Dude, this video was seriously touching... I just want to let you know how good of a human you are man. That was some very wise advice you gave, and I am so happy that there are people out there like you.

[@Chris-yf1bn]

I fucking needed this video. Thanks elliott. Sucks that you aren't making videos anymore but these old ones still help and i have yet to see all of them. I just randomly clicked this one and its exactly what I needed to hear. You're fucking awesome.

[@leart78]

Chris Ascencio he's back

[@CaptainManic2010]

i really enjoy your videos. I feel inspired and strengthened. I appreciate your sales skills, however giving of yourself is the best sales skill you have. When I can afford to I will buy your products just to get more involved in you and what you do, so you can continue to inspire. In the mean time I'll watch your videos 6 days a week, before my work outs, and i will nourish and grow myself. I once listened to an old zig ziggler motivational tape, where he talks of "putting the good things in" every morning. With you, elliott, i put the good things in before working out. When i grow up, I wanna be like you, brother. Life is about growing. I will never stop growing up. But on the way I wanna be more like you champ.

[@MIbra96]

At the end when you said that you are greatful to do this with US the people who watched the video till the end, I just smiled. I felt happy and near to you as if you were my friend, mentor and father. Thank YOU Elliot for the videos! ;)

[@willwarburton5695]

I used to (and still do a lot of the time) feel very alone in my thoughts and ideas about this world and life in general. People are so caught up in chasing false ideas of happiness and pushing their misery upon others that it's easy to find yourself lost. Though when I see videos like this, I realise I am not alone, and while there are those out there who share this mind set, I will never give up on my dreams, and what love. Thank you for sharing these videos man, they mean more than you can imagine.

[@JazmineGarciaTV]

Just coming across your content. You're amazing Elliott. Speaking some good shit here.

[@pcgamer4742]

do you even internet kratos

[@Yumadlol]

ur ass is amazing

[@maltefrederikbruun6431]

Wtf are you on about, she's far beyond average...

[@Fonch117]

+jody Average?? Hahahaha ROFL. SPEAK FOR YOURSELF! The chick's a babe.

[@doghearmeout2283]

Average? Lol she got wht u on about

[@SarcastSempervirens]

I come here to hear an opinion that's exactly the same as mine. I come here to hear an opinion that's the exact opposite of mine. I come here to hear something completely new. I come here to think.

[@phattjohnson]

Fully sick VL bro!

[@alexchen7]

goddamn why was this so eloquent and deep

[@fnfmdjfj9569]

Empty

[@jillburdge]

"if your experience yields the result...then that's the right one!"...wow...he gave that guy the best answer he could ever hope for...and he got it for FREE from youtube. This guy is a rare gem. Looking forward to watching more videos. I also loved what he said about gymnasts...totally agree. Can't wait to watch more.

[@WillemJanWollants]

yeah!

[@HondaSkyline369]

Elliot every time you talk it's always real talk, no bullshit. I love your videos mate you do a great job! I could listen to you talk for hours, you need write a bedtime book full of stories and shit to read I'd buy it haha!

[@johndale9578]

I like to work out not only for feeling good about strength, but so I don't waste away. Though, I feel my true passion lies in fantasy gaming and music. I don't know why, but gaming intrigues my mind. I also love studying science, specifically physiological science. I guess I live through my weight training and I relieve my passion through gaming while my medium is learning and music. Thank you Elliott for understanding that you can be yourself and not what someone else wants you to be!

[@leroy0053]

lol dude.....that is awesome!!!! thats what i consider living man...always learning and staying healthy

[@g.p.1195]

Awesome message bro "Be the strongest version of your yourself!" Thanks for sharing your wisdom.

[@Slotered]

I wanted to go, but glad I stayed till the end. Thanks, Elliott, thanks for sharing your wisdom.

[@FGIRAFFE]

Thank you for this. David Bowie was yelling to the crowd "No love, you're not alone" in Rock'n Roll Suicide. Almost the same but somewhat flipped. You say we're together, same yoga, somewhere I know who you are, we're together. Different mantra? We also connect. This is a genuine humanism. YOU'RE GREAT

[@JCMELKOR]

+Francis GIRARD deud

[@michaelg2502]

+Francis GIRARD That's a good wisdom

[@FatNinjaWex1]

god i miss this elliot, start letting yourself flow free again bro, these videos have nuggets of philosophical beauty you cant find anywhere else

[@thatguy1000001]

big like for this sentiment

[@petestrat07]

I like this guy for creating videos like this. It certainly sets him apart from most others I encounter.

[@abdalaez]

This guy is trying to tell you something here ... but people mostly are like kids, it's like we all have ADHD, when distractions are everywhere, well.... i mean you're on youtube, they/we don't have that much attention span, for those of us who really listened, and KNEW what he is talking about, it's like something really close to the meaning of life. if only everyone can see the level of depth of what he's saying...

[@arontesfay2520]

Thats exactly what I thought!

[@justinturner8219]

I respect Elliot, because he succeeds at being himself in a world that constantly tries to change us. A quote from Emerson, one of Elliots inspirations, and my own.

[@freeme5234]

This is how i feel about almost every rant he has. When you truly receive the knowledge he is giving, it's like putting these little philosophical pieces together that help you "find" the meaning of life or put together your own and it is truly inspirational.

[@arontesfay2520]

Zak M I agree. Elliot is really unique compared to most other people you will see on weight lifting channels. He has a deeper outlook on life than merely the strength building itself. He has earned my admiration.

[@FlyAgaric525]

Abd -L- Azeez that is why i love listening to elliot. his way of speaking kind of requires for you to think in order to truly understand him.

[@justpeachy3183]

"the methods are many, the principles are few" - Elliott Hulse. this is actually a great quote.

[@OrionWebster]

Yo Elliott! I watch all your videos and I want to express my gratitude for your insight. Thank you for helping me to be a stronger version of myself!

[@LJDS1979]

Extremely powerful message... ringing true to the soul.

[@rachelbelcher3333]

Eliot! You are on a beautiful path sir. I enjoyed walking it with you for the 15 minutes. Thank You for the depth of your considered thoughts. I am not Buddhist nor have I ever used the following expression - Namaste. P.S. " These times, like all times, are the best of times. If we, but yet, know what to do with them." R.W. Emerson

[@rachelbelcher3333]

That post is from Dan Belcher ( not Rachel Belcher)

[@drfeelgood386]

Zachary White Dude you've really got some problems

[@corncobjenkins6170]

Your tellin me!

[@jasoncloer8412]

7:15 "The Way of the Bow" by 'Paulo Coelho'...

[@darianmaldonado9179]

Man.... You completely blew me away with that inspirational speech. The world needs more people like you, much respect, strength, and honor to you sir.

[@BestFitnessBands]

"Don't be too attached to the method, be attached to the jewels you retain from participating in the method." Yet another wise philosophy Elliot. But if you want to be a champion powerlifter of strongman then you can't help but be attached to the method because the obsession manifests to your conscious mind from your unconscious mind and in that sense saying don't be too attached is likened to saying don't think about food too much when your hungry. At the end of the day the body and the mind are gonna want what they want.

[@TheGoodMoore]

Clever guy! You take the heavy duty training to another level! I only feel sad for those o think that lifting High quantities of weight is essential to be strong...or the kids of 16/17etc that are starting to do the same. Elliott is an F***in Encyclopedia! Keep it UP!

[@hydrocarbon2195]

felt so special at the end hehe re watching his old videos again and I learn more than I did when I first watched them

[@lemonadrienne]

Oh my God, I cried at the end of this! Thank you Elliot.

[@MrRiotr]

it got me in the heart.

[@Anatime714]

Adrienne Graham lolololol😂

[@tapsihapsi5735]

Elliot, I feel like you are about to become some kind of guru, living reclusive in a cave practicing bench press yoga and deadlifting meditation every day :))

[@kenpachizaraki4184]

I interpret the better version of yourself a similar way. I immerse myself and open my mind to personal growth and prosperity. what I get out of it is enlightenment, growth, personal achievement, inner strength and a sense of serenity in knowing i'm heading in a direction that will bring me inner peace. Elliott hit the point strongly about people who will tell you that there is only one way. it's one dimensional way of thinking. People really restrict their limits by being this way. I can't stand it. Over the years that I have developed my fighting abilities for MMA, I would come across people with one-dimensional backgrounds in combat disciplines. I would be told that only a certain way works or to never do a certain thing. I respectfully listen, but in my head I've I never accepted their reasons without finding out for myself the answers. because of this, I have excellent skills that would have never been discovered if I hadn't kept my mind open. It's sad because I know they wont reach the enlightenment I've experienced because of how badly their pride is glued to their one dimensional ways. Whenever I teach MMA, I make it a personal virtue of always encouraging an open mind because it breeds creativity.

[@thonaker1]

Elliott, you get it. None of this material universe is who we really are. All this "stuff" is fun, it's enjoyable, yet it's not who we are. The spirit is something more grand than muscles, though, I enjoy my weights, and that's what people see me as; that is our understanding point. We can be a multitude of things. It's finding that spiritual core again, that we lost, which is the most important thing. If you can't lift freakin' heavy weights anymore, it's ok, there are many more things one can do, to better one's self.

[@thonaker1]

***** Yup, it's when we focus too much on the physical, and, forget the spiritual, that's when we are getting in trouble.

[@CrimsonCorona10]

"So of course I went off on a completely, seemingly irrelevant rant here" I loved this line. Its nice when great thinkers can do this, because it sets the tone that what they say is of great importance and depth. I love your videos man

[@jimbombadill]

i listened to this guy a couple of times...i could never really understand why i liked this ranting mashoguy...but now i know...there is a great deapt in him and i could feel the connection and words of truth...keep up the good work and life

[@meganrutter1989]

Name of the Book - The Way Of The Bow

[@andypmz07]

This is really deep, see most people need to watch this and realise that body building/ weight training is more then just moving heavy objects.. It's a life philosophy for me too. I have a tattoo on my right shoulder which makes a lot of sense if i'm seen doing deadlifts or squats ' struggle and endure' :) Life philosophy there

[@stefan130189]

no, he is trying to say that lifting weights is superficial and it's not the only thing in the world, to become stronger version of yourself is thru other deeper things, like science, reading, love, inventing, meditation...

[@chasyen5945]

Dissident Nihilist SS He in no way dubs lifting weights as superficial. He simply says that power lifting can only go so far for him, personally, to become the strongest version of himself. Its just a preference for methods to attain the strongest self but through the same set of principles.

[@stefan130189]

Chas Yen you don't find it superficial?

[@hermest99]

Dissident Nihilist SS I sure don't. Pushing yourself to your limits can be something very spiritual, something very deep and personal. Reaching goals, defying your limits and pushing yourself is something that not only makes you stronger in the gym, but can make you a different person.

[@stefan130189]

hermest99 now that's superficial

[@bradnimbus4836]

Well good sir, you've earned a new subscriber!

[@rasr666]

I like it so much

[@MikeLee-tv3pz]

Elliot, I know you probably won't read this, but I've just been diagnosed with scoliosis. I'm only just about recovered from my dislocated shoulder in terms of it being stable, and now I'm facing being told once more that I won't be able to lift. I needed this video, this message, today. Thank you.

[@richf8972]

I like these videos, I learned a lot of valuable info. Im an old fuck, 57 yrs old, but I go to the gym without missing my workouts, lm 5'9" 195 lbs, 7-8% body fat, thanks to these videos, I have the knowledge to proceed on my physical journey with the least amount of injuries, and negative pain. To all you guys in your mid 30s or even your 40s, you still have some good years in the gym. I appreciate these videos, they are very helpful, thank you so much!

[@cbrusharmy]

Excellent message.

[@emili00b33]

LIKE IF YOU WATCHED IT ALL - everything you need to know about being a better human being was said in this video. i applaud you Elliot.

[@Crnicelad]

I totaly agree on the gymnast guys, watching some calisthenics videos - those guys are beasts, considering strength and they aren't even that big, but the shear strength they got is amazing.

[@sidnomis1]

I'm a noob to strength training - only a month in - and I've already noticed a huge difference in myself... Mentally. I feel happier and much more confident, and I haven't "seen" any results yet physically. Why I've waited so long, I don't know. I'm so grateful for your videos. You're inspirational. Thanks, man!

[@roddreww9593]

ELLIOT HULSE. Incredible person. Understood and misunderstood, but he keeps marching forward. He truly was revealing what his plans would eventually be. Strength. Humility. Evolving. Seeking Peace. Hey, everybody, yeah, I get way more amped on weight training with the Warrior side videos of Elliot: the battle cries, the aggression, the bonding, the coaching, the fun of OPEN GYM, and The Strength Camp Coaches' videos. Yup, I'm a late subscriber. It's only been less than a year I stumbled into these highly energized training videos of a gym that just frickin' explodes with all the cussing, the laughter, weights dropping, people pushing their limits, the proper guidance with heavy weights, and the fun of talking shit, and discussing serious stuff too. Alot better than brooding in a bar, getting drunk, and listening to people's dramas, whining about their job, the news, even bitching about the beer. Yo Elliot, I've been watching and listening to this WHOLE video. No, you aren' t going off on a tangeant with your thoughts. Yeah, lifting weights is superficial, but your older WARRIOR training videos are truly life savers for so many. I , for one, enjoy these older videos because I didn't follow or 'grew up' with You like the early hundreds of thousands of subscribers did. It's alright that these videos show the 'superficiality'' of weight training. I have been so deep in the dungeons of thought that I hardly got my life into action. I truly feel alive swimming up to the 'surface' from this deep, filthy mud of my mind. Of course it feels superficial, the lifting of heavy weights, this skin, these muscles, but when I' m pulling in breath after lung burning breath from rapid, powerful reps of burpees, rocket squats, suicide sprints, pull ups, pushing/pulling weights, I feel my spirit ALIVE! One day, I will order your book, KING. For now, I am a SOLDIER. STRENGTH CAMP and Coach Chris Barnard's OVERTIME ATHLETES are amazing! God bless you Elliot Hulse, your family, your Coaches and Staff, and everything you expressed in this awesome video that you are doing, living, sharingnow. By the way, some Stronger Versions are dissing other Stronger Versions. I'm a Christian and man, I was so devout, but it had pastors dissing other pastors when I would attend other churches. I remain a Christian, but I stopped going to church. I was in traditional Chinese martial arts and joined a few schools to try this style and that style and there were those Stronger Versions ( Martial arts instructors ) dissing other established Kung FunSchools. You know, Bruce Lee was out to be the Strongest Version of himself and even he got dissed by some Traditionalist Martial Artists and even threatened. Anyway, even I'm talkin' too much. Time for FARMERS WALK and Pull Ups.....

[@OmaHaSevEn]

I honestly believe Elliot could be a great guidance counselor or some job related to this no problem. He really is very smart!

[@flipburly]

hodgetwins cannot give advice like this Lol

[@TheRichTrader7]

they'll find a way to relate everything to sex n start talking bout spiritual creampies

[@Lyon804]

yeah but there still cool as fuck.

[@dallas4yfe]

flipburly do whatever the fuckkkk you wanna do! That's why.

[@Imactuallynighthawk]

Hodge twins is basically comedy with the occasional gem sprinkled in

[@anthjones729]

The exact reasons why I watch The Hodgetwins

[@Maatdrummer1]

Musclehead philosophers. Gotta love them! (No sarcasm intended.)

[@tiagomendes8376]

Elliott, you're awesome. I've been training weights for about 20 years, and explored deeply other stuff, like yoga, martial arts, pilates, dance, core training, bio-energetics, and so on. I've blended them in my workouts and have a similar message to yours. What i find exciting is your whole attitude and "clarity" in this. It's rare to find a yoga or spiritual teacher with such clarity and such "tolerance" for so many ways to "find yourself", to "carve your path". Thanks for all the sharing and great content.

[@whiteknight7wayne493]

Man! this audience and the future ones are so lucky to have you and your sharing. And the youth who tune in...Moreso the ones who deeply appreciate the messages.

[@jdnoguera130]

"I still want to flip fucking tires so its not going to be tomorrow" LOL

[@VTanimal]

Please do a video on the "corporate ladder leaning against the wrong wall" you mentioned in an earlier video. I would love advice on that as I'm sure many others would too.

[@nathanmauricio1040]

I'm grateful for your advice so I thank you.

[@davidwozniak4691]

One of the most inspiring videos i have seen yet and it is a true honor to grow stronger with you as well. Thank you Elliott

[@michaelcamden1]

Brother I am 43yrs and have been training/Lifting for 26 years and you were speaking to me. I competed in many sports and my Bodybuilding got me through numerous challenges in life, but now for the past few years I have started realizing my joints can't take the HEAVY like I use to. I can no longer sustain the Mass and be the guy that grabs the biggest dumbbells in the gym. I have found that I can only be the best me and that is OK :). Now it's more about sustainable strength and full body health as I look at aging. So through opening my eyes to different training styles, finding passion in other active disciplines I found HIT training and rock climbing. OMG on the first day I realized I needed to be strong in a Very Different way to succeed, but my experiences in BB gave me the knowledge to excel quickly. Thank you for saying what needed to be said to the younger generation of lifters that don't get it yet and the old heads like me. Everyone starts lifting for weight mgmt or "Muscles" but those who stay do it for what it does. The GYM has always been my Church. Thank you...... Keep on brother!

[@B61zz13]

Such wisdom! Thanks for sharing!

[@Joswun]

This video was awesome, and extremely enlightening my man.. You need to take your motivational speaking on the road.

[@LBo813]

"The methods are many but the principles are few." Amen brother!

[@LesterBrunt1983]

I find learning an instrument and building muscle very similar. Playing an instrument is all about muscle memory, the process of learning a new guitar lick is very similar to lifting. Just through sheer repetition your muscles become stronger, at first you can't even move your fingers in the way needed to play the lick, but after a 100 times you feel more strength in that movement, your pinky can suddenly easily press on that string. Same with lifting weight. First time squatting you feel clumsy, you maybe can't get all the way down, you wobble a bit, but after doing a 100 sets you start to get the movement down, you feel more strength in your legs, you have more control over the bar. Weight lifting is just far much more direct. You can't see how well somebody plays a guitar, even if he shows how well he playst people can still say they don't like it or not understand it. You can't deny that somebody with a big chest and bowlingball shoulders lifts heavy ass weights.

[@_MikeJon_]

This is probably my favorite video I have seen of yours. I strengthen my body by lifting weights. i strengthen my mind with meditation. You are on the level my man. Nameste

[@rasilmeryamunsetepenre9881]

Never thought I would actually respond to your videos; just listen take what I could use and toss the rest, but this video here is fire SIR!!!! Thanks a million...

[@matthewrouge]

Nice speech! This flexibility of speech is very admirable.

[@sandyriar9097]

Elliott - I watched your videos before but seriously on this one I agree with 110%. Thank you, with all the info out there it gets really confusing but you have shed light on things. Well done, keep it up. BTW - I did watch until the end :-P Sandy

[@raphaelkuratomi8450]

At the very beggining of my fitness journey, I started at Mike Chang. Then went to the Hodge Twins. Then finally came at Elliott. Well, I don't think I can go any further :)

[@JohnFarrellDev]

***** But he tells us stuff the fitness mafia try to keep secret.

[@tadg121]

***** I know people don't like him but just because you don't like him doesn't mean he doesn't give out good advice. You've probably haven't tried anything.

[@dominor7650]

tadg121 but he -doesn't- give good advice. Hell, for someone whom calls their channel sixpackshortcuts, he sure lacks a six pack(those little boy skinny abs dont count). Well, maybe that's because he took shortcuts. Hm, what a conundrum.

[@OddCrysis]

Finally someone else who understand the value's of bettering yourself at what you do best and not trying to compete with everyone else who is the best. You ultimate competitor is yourself, your ultimate enemy is yourself and you must beat yourself to better yourself. And yes I watched this video to the end because I love picking people's brains apart and seeing their views in life in ways of bettering myself. You learn something new each day XD

[@edenkretchet2612]

Man! I really like you brah. Definitely feeling the spiritual and philosophical connection between training (or anything) that brings you to your strongest self. Powerful words brotha!

[@austincarretta9581]

that was serious i was looking deep into my computer when elliott was saying those last words. damnnnn

[@my2cents2u]

Before I continue watching, does he ever answer the question?

[@abdoulayeissamaiga5750]

***** was wondering the same thing here. lol

[@SYKim_94]

***** With philosophical words, yea.

[@armanhatamkhani7362]

***** He even answers this specific question, in a way

[@reedickyaluss]

Elliot is like the friend you know that gets high and just goes on rants... only he's not high, and he makes sense. LOL Good video.

[@bobcatt2294]

Landed here seemingly by accident. I am not interested in weight lifting however, this is one of the greatest presentations and lessons I've experienced. "The strongest version of yourself" is moving toward the a higher form of self realization thus spiritual consciousness. This presentation took me by surprise, is quite excellent and well worth bookmarking. Thank you.

[@RedRedMCmusic]

Respect. Dude at the gym complimented on my progress and i replied by saying thank you but I go to the gym to meditate and release my stress on the weights, don’t really care about getting big and strong like that. The gym is my dojo