HOW I WENT FROM THICK & OVERWEIGHT AT 38 TO 2X CROSSFIT GAMES CHAMP

At 38 years old, I was overweight and out of shape. I had never competed in anything in my life. But after watching the Crossfit Games on TV, I was inspired to try it out. A few years later, I'm now a 2x Crossfit Games Champion! In this video, I share my tips for anyone looking to compete in crossfit - no matter what your age!
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ℹ️ ABOUT THIS VIDEO:
Most people are surprised to hear that I have not been an athlete my whole life. Far from it.
I was talked into taking my first CrossFit class after months of persuasion.
My first workout completely surprised and destroyed me.
And... I went all-in from day one. (not recommended).
In this video - I share about my journey from walking into a CrossFit gym overweight and unhealthy at 38 to winning back-to-back championships at the CrossFit Games.
Learn from my experience, including the mistakes I made, and be inspired to chase and accomplish your specific dreams!
#crossfit #weightloss #fitness

[@JasonGrubb]

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[@greggilmore8977]

🎉🎉🎉

[@amateuroverlord8007]

36 years old 6’0” 275 lbs. Did my second CrossFit class this morning at 7:00am. The journey has begun.

[@JasonGrubb]

Nice work brother! Slow and steady!!!

[@mbgmail5911]

Work hard but make sure to take steroids as well.

[@lovelyindeed4526]

Stay with it! Had a bad day today. Tomorrow is a new day! Consistency is everything. All the best ❤️

[@IvdAEROvm]

You should see a TRT clinic :)

[@jking0.o121]

It's a lifestyle so like the man says, slow n steady.

[@bscott1288]

Thank you for just being real. I can't tell you enough how great it is to just hear the ups and downs. That's how we all connect. Keep crushing it! You definetly inspired me for sure!

[@JasonGrubb]

You are so welcome.

[@arhalljr72]

I really appreciate the insight you give on being an older athlete in Crossfit. I started back in May. You’ve been a great resource for me. Turning 50 next week and seeing some gains. No desire to compete, but we’ll see as my fitness improves. Keep up the good work bro and thank you.

[@JasonGrubb]

That is awesome Junior! Happy to hear you’ve found my videos useful and your crushing it at the gym!!

[@sherwinmoscow9455]

Enjoyed the video. Congrats on your journey and accomplishments--you have definitely put in the effort and paid your dues!!! As a 67 year old guy, I'm just starting gym workouts, and my goals are more modest: aerobic fitness as measured by VO2 max, and enough strength training to both avoid sarcopenia and effortlessly doing ADLs (activities of daily living), etc. Adequate nutrition, limiting (or eliminating alcohol) and building in rest days seem very important to achieve optimum health, so I really appreciate the steps you took to be the champion you are. Keep up the good work!

[@JasonGrubb]

Thanks Sherwin!! Love the path you're on as well dude!! Keep it up!! (and keep me posted!

[@sumitrousyk8188]

Your early journey in crossfit is exactly how mine started. First month I went all in and did an old injury in my shoulder and couldn’t lift a thing and since then I have recovered and altered my training to 4 days a week mixed with cardio in my off days. Loving my journey so far and so good to listen to your journey.

[@JasonGrubb]

Gotta train smarter, not harder, right?

[@hk_1811]

Very impressive Jason. Well done man, I wish you nothing but the best. Amazing dedication and discipline. Glad you didn’t put yourself in the “I’m too old to start” basket 🤜🏻🤛🏻

[@JasonGrubb]

I appreciate that! Heck no - never too old to start!

[@off-roadingcars]

Wow what an awesome video. I love how honest and open Jason is. Thank you for sharing

[@JasonGrubb]

Thanks for watching!

[@gino6821]

Thank you for sharing your story! I started CrossFit 3 months ago and have been dealing with shoulder pain. Your story reminds me to take it one day at a time and enjoy the journey.

[@JasonGrubb]

That’s awesome Gino!! Have fun and continue to crush it!!

[@mdgeisto8953]

Glad to hear you're doing so well! I hit 40 last month but have now started being able to see my abs for the first time in my life - and it feels amazing! 😁 (Working out since 2016)

[@JasonGrubb]

Great job! 💪

[@marlonpurcell8635]

I just found CrossFit 5 weeks ago and I have fallen in love with the energy it brings 😊 I’m 39 and I’m on my journey of becoming fit again. Your story is so inspirational ❤️

[@JasonGrubb]

Thanks Marlon!! Keep it up!

[@FlippedSociety]

At 39 you have decades of fitness ahead of you. Crossfit has a retention rate of 9 months before 'usually' an injury boots you out and people stop. I've seen 100's of 'I used to workout at CrossFit and hurt myself' start up at our facilities. Please go slow, enjoy the ride and don't get forced into performing beyond your own capacity and more importantly mobility limits. 💪💪

[@sarahpaul08]

Jason! Thank you so much for the advice. I am 37 and started CrossFit 11 months ago. I have battled the thought of feeling too old to take it as seriously as I want to. I truly wish I found CrossFit sooner! I love it. I am making gains and am encouraged that it isn’t too late. Your discussion on eating and sleeping are on point. Thanks for keeping it real.

[@JasonGrubb]

So glad my channel is a small part in giving you the encouragement to know it isn't too late. Go crush it out there!!

[@alfredorivera6290]

This is one of the best stories of success and incredibly well explained. I appreciate the valuable information you shared here.

[@JasonGrubb]

You bet!! Thanks for watching!

[@piperonthebay]

Right on! I"m now 38 and a father of 2 young ladies and it's time for me to ensure I'm around for a long time for them! I dont want to miss a moment, thats for sure! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@JasonGrubb]

You're welcome!! You got this!

[@ello-nasty]

Legend!

[@TheHumanBodyTalk]

🔥🔥🔥

[@sshs007]

Man I watched this video throughout without a pause. So inspiring! I am sitting in Karachi, Pakistan thousands of miles away and getting pumped to lose weight and get fit after seeing this.

[@JasonGrubb]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it across the globe!!

[@glensmith8378]

Thanks for sharing, yea iam 43 and I look around the gym and only see young ones nowadays, it almost puts you off going but stories like this gives me momentum. You are a champ!! Buddy

[@JasonGrubb]

Thanks Glen!!!

[@keenana262]

man great video and great story, really like how you included the imbalance part at the end too. congratulations on your journey!

[@JasonGrubb]

Thanks Keenan!

[@Ostlund_85]

Great story man! I’m 37, and I have since July last year changed my program. Not a specific Masters program. But less volume. Feeling great! Feel more fit. Best Open performance I’ve ever had this year. Not quite top 10% yet. But I’m getting there.

[@JasonGrubb]

Congrats!!! Slow and steady!!!

[@TeamTNTperformance]

As a 34 year old who spent 12 years as a competitive powerlifter before moving to CrossFit, I needed this video. Thank you. I’m currently 225lbs at about 12% bf trying to get back down to 205. My mobility is a huge issue for me, strength on the barbell is not a problem, but cardio and mobility are definitely my weak points. You’ve got a new follower, keep it up!

[@JasonGrubb]

Justin! Welcome and thank you brother!!!!

[@joeconnolly7494]

Thanks very much for the inspiration Jason. I’m an out of shape father in my 30’s. I’ve just started getting back into exercise again after doing little to nothing the past two years. Watching this video has been inspiring, and will definitely help me on my journey to getting back into shape again. I wish you all the best 👍

[@JasonGrubb]

You're welcome Joe!!

[@CelebWorkout]

awesome video I also enjoyed seeing the kid stack it up at 1:15 in the blue shirt. Now that I'm older.. it's important for me to make sure I live a long life for the folks that I love... I definitely don't want to miss a thing. I appreciate the motivation to keep going. thank you!

[@JasonGrubb]

You're welcome Caleb!! Thanks brother!

[@RichardDonelan]

Fascinating story and insights Jason. Very inspiring and extremely motivating. We’ll done and keep up the great work! 👊👉🇮🇪

[@JasonGrubb]

Thanks Richard!

[@marcosaguilar2916]

Jason I haven’t truly felt this inspired never. I am 36 and been following CrossFit since I was 26 and always have dreamed about being fit. It’s always been a battle trying to change my lifestyle but seeing your video today brought me a new fresh breath of life to me. I don’t think I’ve ever felt any top tier athlete be so genuine or so real and humanized as you. Listening to your invite of reaching out for help seemed like a long shot but I figured it’s enough of me being shy and time to put myself out there because I need to be here for my family for a long time. I would love to work with you if even possible and show the world once again that anyone can do it even at a later age. God bless man keep on the amazing journey!

[@JasonGrubb]

Marcos!! I'd love to help brother!! Happy to partner with you on your journey!! Let's chat!! ([e-mail])

[@GeneralPlunder1]

Great story packed with useful lessons and tips. I’ve subscribed. Thank you! 🙏

[@JasonGrubb]

Thanks John

[@michaelwright9101]

I love everything about this video. Congrats on your success, and thank you for telling your story.

[@JasonGrubb]

Thank you Michael!! Glad you enjoyed the video 👊

[@adamadamowicz2626]

I really like your videos and your enthousiasme, it eally motivates me (52 years) to continue my CF journay. Even though my CF goals are less chalenging (learn all the gym moves, develop the good movements technique and keep staying fit). Thanks for your advises how to train and how to really eat, especially if I want to keep the right energy and the motivation for the tranings. Thanks à lot. Adam

[@JasonGrubb]

That is awesome! You're totally welcome Adam!!

[@chrisfurney3072]

Amazing story brother. I started Crossfit at home following Mayhem Programming in late November and have seen a dramatic difference. I am 42 now and want to make the games at 50. Your video just helped so much and helped me realize how possible it is

[@JasonGrubb]

Excited for you dude! That’s a great goal to have 👊

[@OnlyNexus0911]

Thanks for the video Jason, I'm also 38 years old just now starting CrossFit due to a few friends convincing me to do so. I'm in a similar situation for when you first started, out of shape, and not watching what I eat/drink. This is motivational, for I haven't lifted in many years, and the gym is making me apprehensive. I'm going to my second class today for foundations. Keep it up!

[@JasonGrubb]

Awesome to hear that your gym has a foundations class. Great way to start!!! You've got this 👊

[@helenko_ekete]

I'm so happy I found this video! Thank you for your transparency and motivation. I discovered Crossfit about a year ago and the Games have been my dream since then. After a year, I just started seeing some major improvements and hoping to move to being an intermediate athlete by the end of the year. Shooting for the Games in the next 5-6 years. Thank you for the encouragement!

[@JasonGrubb]

That's a great goal!! Best of luck!

[@filstalforce5089]

Hi. Your story inspired me and gave me a motivational boost. I'm trying to get fit again with 58...it might sound crazy but I'm dreaming of competing at the games... For the moment I'm like struggling with almoast everything: food... Alcohol... Regular and consistent training.... But I am willing and I am doing "baby-steps" towards my goal... Thanks for motivating... Greetings from Germany 👍

[@RMILLSMMA]

Good luck man!

[@JasonGrubb]

You're welcome!!!

[@Mr.A.1776]

Stay focus, STAY HARD!! I am on the same boat as you, WE GOT THIS!

[@filstalforce5089]

@@Mr.A.1776 I will man. 💪. You too stay on it👍💪

[@Kalama_Llama_King_Kong]

Get it, Brother!!!

[@DaveyGaming1080]

Literally 38 and overweight. Done my 2nds crossfit session this morning after spending the last couple of years thinking I'm too old and it's too late for me. This video has been an inspiration

[@JasonGrubb]

So glad dude.

[@omarusmani1]

Very motivating and inspiring! Thank you for sharing!

[@JasonGrubb]

Thank you for watching Omar!

[@stephanemary920]

Thanks Jason for your video I found it very inspiring and congrats on wining the CrossFit Games twice at 43! What an accomplishment. I'm sure the "imbalance" as you call it wasn't easy but you have the discipline to stick to it year over year. I started CrossFit January 17th 2020 at the age of 47 and I'm about to start my 3rd year. I love it so much. I go Monday through Friday at 6am and have been doing so consistently barely missing a day here or there due to traveling for work. I have improved so much at 49 I can do almost more than most of my classmates. When I started I had no idea what anything was or how to do anything, literally anything. It's amazing if you stick something out and actually follow through and put the work in how much you can accomplish. Anyway, thank you for all your videos, they are super helpful. I wish you all the best moving forward as a CrossFit athlete and please keep making these awesome videos. I appreciate you.

[@JasonGrubb]

What an awesome story dude!! Thanks for sharing! Glad you enjoy my videos 👊

[@bignflexy]

AMAZING. I started CrossFit 18 months ago at 455 pounds and I want to compete at some point. It is awesome to see someone who made such a huge change and have success. Thank you for sharing!

[@JasonGrubb]

Dude... well done!!! Keep going!!!!

[@dangranet7621]

250pound is over weight ! 455 is ridiculous, should never of happened.

[@bignflexy]

@@dangranet7621 thanks captain obvious. Shouldn’t have happened but it did, and I’m taking to proper steps to correct it while support others to start and/or continue their journey to health. Some folks would be discouraged by comments like yours.

[@Ramms23]

This is amazing. thank you for sharing your whole journey with us. I am 36 now and starting to feel like I need to do something about my body. I have been gaining a steady belly fat on the last 3 years. I am going to look into this I just know the amount of effort you have to put for these kind of trainings and routines and I am not sure I could take it lol.

[@JasonGrubb]

You can do it Jorge... take it slow. You can even start here: www.jasongrubb.com/

[@davidfrykman3650]

Very inspiring. Great job Jason! Hats off.

[@JasonGrubb]

Thanks David!!!

[@MythicStealth]

Very inspiring! I workout really hard for a while (at home) & then give up for a week and mess up. I do weights/HIIT and have an active lifestyle. I just went thru old workout notes from 2012 up to now and threw them all in the trash. Just a reminder of not ever meeting my modest goal. Beating yourself up sucks, so I'm back to the grind, 2022 is the year to accomplish things. Thanks for sharing your journey!

[@JasonGrubb]

Awesome!!! Love this! Consistency is key!!

[@hardushelm6268]

This was literally me at 28 years, 30 now! Lost about 20 pounds and look 5 years younger… Injuries and bad habits on weekends aka drinking and eating too much take out seem to keep me average and not “good” . I hope and feel the injury is finally behind me and after watching this video of yours I feel that I can still become a good crossfitter like way above average! Thank you

[@JasonGrubb]

Heck yeah! And Hardus - if you want help dialing stuff in! I'm in. Just shoot me and email [e-mail] and we can chat!

[@hardushelm6268]

@@JasonGrubb thanks man, I really appreciate this and will definitely do so! I just need to set some goals and see what I really want out of this before I email you lol. Sorry English is my second language so if some stuff seems wierd just know… look out for my email soon. Thnaks again

[@stephenr85]

"The shadow had shoulders" lol. Great way of putting it. I remember a moment like that after doing CrossFit for a couple years. Bring out the shmediums 💪

[@JasonGrubb]

Exactly!! Such a great feeling!

[@slymike21]

Thank you so much for sharing. Your story is so great to hear

[@JasonGrubb]

Absolutely!

[@gabestepanic3754]

Great story and specifics - you deserve everything you've worked so hard for. Keep grinding!

[@JasonGrubb]

Thanks Gabe! I sure will!!!

[@nycbike73]

Great man that’s awesome. I am 48 and trying CrossFit.

[@JasonGrubb]

dude... congrats on the start of your journey!! Let me know if I can help in any way!!

[@WithmeVerissimusWhostoned]

On behalf of my future self, I'd like to thank you for sharing your story... not only it's an inspiration to me in the present moment but more importantly it's helped to eradicate remaining bits of doubt I had left in me. \o/

[@JasonGrubb]

💪💪💪 go out and crush it today on behalf of your future self!!

[@vivekrserleena]

i just started crossfit and this was exactly what I needed to hear thank you!

[@JasonGrubb]

👊awesome! Get after it!

[@jennyryan6716]

Love your story !!!! Thank you it’s so inspiring!!!

[@JasonGrubb]

So glad! Thanks Jenny!

[@anjalehtinen]

This video was exactly what I needed right now. Turning 30 soon and lately I've been gaining some weight and disliking my body, trying to starve myself and then ending up bingeing. Seeing this made me realize that I don't have a performance goal. I never struggled when I played soccer because it wasn't about the aesthetics. Been too scared to try crossfit but this might be a sign to actually go to a class.

[@JasonGrubb]

So glad you found this helpful! CrossFit was definitely the missing link for me. Maybe it will be for you, too… but it could be something else! Let me know how it goes 👊

[@worstfate]

@@JasonGrubb hey what do you mean you couldn’t jerk? Like what does that mean

[@staceyjohnson9185]

You've relit my fire! I was a depressed 206lb, 5'3" weekend drunk since 13yrs old, lifetime smoker, ptsd, etc etc and 2018 I got rid of sugar in all forms (I was eating a family size bag of skittles a day) including carbs. Lost a lot of weight while working a very physically demanding job 6hrs a day but had started drinking again. Anyway quit drinking Dec 2020, went from jogging 30mins with having to stop to running an hour straight. That messed my hip flexors and hammys up like crazy so found myself in a crossfit gym. It's been 1 year this month and I'll be 44 in Sept.. I'm so in love. With Crossfit and really with myself for the first time in my life. I truly know what it means and feels like to love myself. I joked about the masters by the time I'm 55 ....but now.....might not joke about it. Thank you for this video so so much. You are truly an inspiration!!!!

[@JasonGrubb]

You're welcome Stacey - this is awesome! Keep up the momentum!!!!

[@hansyali_]

I’m not a sappy person and I’m not even sure why but I almost shed a tear reading this. I’m so happy you found the ability to love yourself.

[@snez7606]

Thanks! I started CrossFit at 38 as well. I still at that very beginning phase you mentioned with eating and drinking. I am seeing fitness gains but am beginning to realize that I need to take my eating/drinking to another level. Seeing this clip is confirmation of that.

[@JasonGrubb]

Absolutely!!! And I'd be happy to help ya!! You might check out my nutrition coaching as that is the biggest change I made that created a huge difference in my fitness. www.jasongrubb.com/nutrition-coaching

[@81BOOKS]

That was totally motivating. Thank you for sharing.

[@JasonGrubb]

You're welcome!!!

[@rebeccacunningham9270]

Hello. Your video was very inspiring. I'm 43, started crossfit August 9th @ 300 lbs. I'm 271 now and eating more than I ever have before. In the last week I deadlifted 145 lbs, learned I can jump rope, did a handstand against the wall, found I can jog and SPRINT! Am participating in my first Barbells for Boobs next Saturday and another competition the Saturday after. I don't think I'll win anything but that's not why I want to do it. Middle of August I could climb the 2 flights of stairs of my apartment without getting out of breath and taking a break. I can walk with my family at our favorite hiking trail without just sitting on the bench and waiting for them to return. And I'm just getting started. Imagine what I can do by next August.

[@JasonGrubb]

Sky's the limit!!! You are well on your way to your own inspirational story my friend!!

[@AstroVanTribe]

This is motivating... I'm 55, been up and down in weight and fitness - Former Marine, went in in '85 and after bootcamp I was 148lbs with a 36" chest at 5'-9" - A year later I was 185lbs with a 48" chest. I've had all sorts of issues, ankle, knees - several motorcycle accidents, surgeries, therapy, ligament reconstruction, cadaver bones, scopes... In 2010 I was getting close to 230lbs, got into P90X and in 8 weeks was down to 189lbs and looks like a friggin' GOD - Injured a shoulder, then a knee - recovered started again and had a bad motorcycle wreck (cadaver bone in left wrist - broke both wrists) so had to recover again, finally got through an entire cycle. In the past 12 years I've kept it pretty well together and can usually smoke "normal" people half my age - Last year traine myself to where I was able to do 22 overhand pull-ups per set (something I couldn't do when I was 19) and was at 187lbs again, like I was at 20 - Now I'm at 201 and feeling fat but still able to get a decent workout in when I do, just having energy issues - 47" chest, wearing 36" Levis... I needed to see this - been working on diet, no more bread.... Was just visiting an old girlfriend from 30 years ago who's done crossfit but now doing masters power lifting - I see the writing on the wall..... I'm waking up - Thank you for this :)

[@JasonGrubb]

I'm so glad! Thanks for sharing Michael!!

[@JTFSIX]

@@JasonGrubb Just Kidding, prayers to you and yours.

[@markl916]

Aside from what Jason is talking about, what comes across is his authenticity and passion. Two aspects of character, which over the 'long haul', are hard to fake!! Kudos to you - and the positive impact you're making for clients and the YT ecosphere. (And you're spot on - with regard to just how important it is to start with looking at what you're eating......Everything builds from that foundation.)

[@JasonGrubb]

Thanks Mark!! I appreciate that!

[@venial101]

This was very inspiring! thank you for sharing your experiences... I started crossfit 8 months ago and I am loving it... I've seen a lot of improvements in my condition and body, and now i just want to keep it up... Greetings from Belgium!

[@JasonGrubb]

Greetings to you in Belgium, Daniel! Way to go!!

[@davidbrumpton84]

I needed to see this. I’m 38, 304 ex strongman and I’ve just come out of hospital following a 6 week stay for sepsis. I feel so unfit, but so motivated to change and improve my health. Wasn’t sure where to start, but going to sigh up at my local cross fit gym now

[@JasonGrubb]

Congrats on taking that motivation and putting it into action!! Glad you're out of the hospital and ready to crush it!!

[@TheInsuranceAndTaxGuy]

I joined my CrossFit gym today. I used to play football, baseball, and I used to box. Now I am overweight, I work from home. I went to CrossFit, then I went to my regular two hours later.

[@bigz5262]

How has it been going?

[@sumitrousyk8188]

I am 37 and I started CrossFit 3 months ago and have become obsessed. Hopefully I can be where you are in a few years.

[@JasonGrubb]

LFG!

[@57suited]

Hey mate just came across your channel , brilliant video ! You're a fantastic example of HWPO . Gained a follower from Scotland 👌😉

[@JasonGrubb]

Awesome, thank you Paul!!!

[@Jessetenfour]

Last year I finally got into fitness for 6 months and lost over 20 pounds. I was so proud of myself, my clothes fit, I felt great, I was happy. I gained over half of it back after moving and have struggled to start all over again. I appreciate you sharing, very motivating and makes me want to try again.

[@scginda803]

Just pick a solid week or two. Think about how ya clothes fit. How light u felt. Your energy levels. Work life. Sex life. the foods you ate. Think about them til u feel it in your soul again. Then u will crave it. Then get to work. Start slow, super slow. But focus on DISCIPLINE OVER motivation. 💪

[@JasonGrubb]

Jesse! Good work brother!!! You've got this!!!

[@jefferycross265]

Thank you for this video. I had my son at 42, and I was 6'4" 320lbs. To say I was out of shape was an understatement. I stumbled around for 2 years trying ot find a system that worked not really paying attention to food, and certainly not having a fitness routine. July of 2022, I found the CrossFit gym, and in 6 months Ive lost 35 lbs. I have trap on these shoulders. My lifts are weak compared to where I wan to be, but my wife told me I looked "so muscular" which is really the only verifcation I need. I am trying ot focus on food to develop that Crossfit athlete body we see when watching the games. It is nice to know we can start late and make such an impact. I want to live longer for my son. Thanks again.

[@JasonGrubb]

Really, really good stuff man. You're crushing it and have the motivation for your family to keep yourself on track when things get tough. Way to go!

[@ulfhadner]

Also some test will help with the bodies you see on the TV. No shade, I'm on test. Just gotta be clear and realistic ❤

[@jefferycross265]

@@ulfhadner Thanks, I am on test, and a few peptides to help sleep and drop a few pounds.

[@wottevva]

Jason, very inspirational video, great work man.

[@JasonGrubb]

Thanks Jon!!!!

[@michaelshier4265]

Great content. It really is all about diet and consistency. I started CrossFit last December at 46 and it's been life changing. Competing in my first comp next Saturday.

[@JasonGrubb]

Great job!! Crush it on Saturday!

[@Nitozap87]

Great story!!! I’m working on myself too. Sitting at 173 the most I’ve ever been at and trying the cut at least 30 pounds. Able to run half marathons to full but hard to cut this weight. But just taking it a day at a time. But the help is always needed.

[@scoobtoober2975]

Oh you are 2 weeks of intermittent fasting away from 15 pounds of weight loss. Guaranteed. Eat one meal, but eat what you normaly do or even a bit more. Less carbs, not much less. ( or the same carbs) cut food carbs for beer/treats if you like. Lots of meat and fat. Do not shy from fat or meat. Do not eat vegetable oils at all. Pour cream, lard and tallow on your food. For real. 3 weeks into this, 15 pounds, 210 to 195 pounds. Keep running and stuff. Run before you eat, for sure. All the beer or one big treat. But eating fat will keep you full. Skipping all the snack time and extra meals is how loose the fat and dimensions. PLEASE try it just for 3 days. Let me know

[@JasonGrubb]

What have you been trying to do (nutrition wise) to cut the last 30 pounds? There are sustainable, slow ways to make it happen... and faster (intermittent fasting, super low calorie) ways to do it as well. I'm more of a sustainable weight loss kind of guy. We could work together if you'd like and we can get you to your ideal weight dude. Hit me up here; www.jasongrubb.com/nutrition-coaching

[@TheTitanborn]

I'm 38, Not a crossfitter but I have gotten back to lifting weights. Very inspiring video.

[@JasonGrubb]

That's awesome!! Keep it up!

[@mattsmcclay]

Just started crossfit this week. New subscriber. Glad I found your channel.

[@JasonGrubb]

I’m glad you’re enjoying it my friend.

[@notthesamecc1927]

this was a fantastic, realistic video. touches all the bases and shows what can be done for regular health as well as what needs to be done to make a run (at anything in life really). You need to make your choices based on realistic, timely and appropriate targets. There are millions of good athletes, less great ones and then the pro/elite ones. The mindset and sacrifices are what elevates you beyond being just a King or Queen in your own social sphere reminiscing about your glory days in high school. from Vanilla Sky...every day is another day to turn it all around (or something like that). Jason is proof in the pudding. Thanks for this share.

[@JasonGrubb]

Great insights. Thanks for the watch!

[@zanderschallenges]

It’s been really good watching this. Once I hit 30 I felt like my chances of getting or achieving anything in the athletic world were done. This has truely inspired me

[@JasonGrubb]

So glad Zander!

[@H3br3wsb3ats]

Same

[@Kaizoku-o_PirateKing]

That bowl of cereal went straight to the feels man.. Congratulations and thanks for sharing this motivational video fellow Crossfitter!

[@JasonGrubb]

Ha ha!! I know. I'm a sucker for cereal too.

[@Jordan-hz1wr]

That's very inspiring Jason. My situation is almost 99% the same as yours. Thank you for making this video. I too will have to cut back on my IPA consumption if I want to be competitive.

[@JasonGrubb]

You’re totally welcome!!!

[@murraypooley9199]

It is never too late to improve health and fitness. I was obesse at 64, made 18 stone, was vertually crippled with swollen feet and legs. I figured get in shape or die. I went keto, started walking, increased to 7k hill walk / jog per day. Lost 5 stone in 4 months. Joined CrossFit and 7 weeks later made 3rd in the 2019 CrossFit Open in male 60+ in Ireland. The 2020 was 6 months later, I made 2nd. Then covid messed up my rythmn with closed gyms and such so I set up a home gym. Now I just work out at home mainly with weights. I have increased back squat 50% and deadlift 15% My The problem is I find it hard to find the balance between lifting heavy enough to gain muscule and increase strength and avoiding injury to back and shoulders. Probably need professional guidance.

[@JasonGrubb]

First off, you deserve a round of applause!! Incredible journey. It is a tricky balance Murray. Send me a message and we can chat more about it if you’d like! [e-mail]

[@drewwarren1069]

33 and let my body get away from me drinking 5'9" 270. Cut down drinking to the weekends and started walking 4-5miles a day before work. Lifting weights after work. Just trying to get my mind right to keep going. This video was great motivation. Thanks bruh 👍🏽💪🏽

[@JasonGrubb]

You're already well on the path... Every new habit, every shift towards health adds up over the long run! Keep it up!!!

[@drewwarren1069]

@@JasonGrubb thanks! You too keep up the good work!

[@sportybeth]

Crossfit changes lives!! Great content dude, we need more masters athletes out there telling their stories.

[@JasonGrubb]

Thank you!!!!

[@idahoman325]

He owns who he is & isnt i love that. Subscribed ✅️

[@eon001]

Amazing. I'm 40. I've had a casual relationship with the gym. I even boxed white collar shows. Never took it seriously. At 40 I want to really get in the best shape of my life.Thanks for the inspiration.

[@JasonGrubb]

I'm 46 now - and definitely in the best shape of my life!

[@YoRAHeem]

I'm right there with you! Turn 40 in 7 days...

[@jcrosslin8]

Hell yeah guys! I'm 38 and down 162lbs! I got the fat off and now I'm getting strong. I am literally just now getting to know my body. It's crazy but I feel like I won the lottery! Cheers from Memphis!

[@YoRAHeem]

@@jcrosslin8 how’d you resist all that good food?!

[@jcrosslin8]

@@YoRAHeem hahaha bro, I DON'T! I just had to learn how to cook. I still eat my favorite foods, I just use healthier ingredients and alternative cooking techniques to make sure I'm on the right track. But I tell my pals all the time, if you think I'm living on canned tuna and crackers you've lost your mind 😆

[@VoIPPortland]

Did the same at 58. Congrats! Respect. 260lbs to 195. Much more fit. When I look at a 260 HW UFC fighter I still can't believe I was that huge. It really runs away from you in your 40s-50s.

[@JasonGrubb]

Good stuff!!!

[@claubit32]

Thank you for your inspiration! God Bless!😊

[@JasonGrubb]

You are so welcome!

[@designer-garb572]

Fantastic story, you earned that glory, good luck in the next one

[@JasonGrubb]

Thanks!!!!

[@attkdriver]

I find it ironic that people still don’t understand the very basics of getting fit. Diet and exercise. No quick fix just the stuff we’ve known for ever. Great vid love hearing success stories!

[@JasonGrubb]

💯

[@joel16961]

49 years old. Started crossfit at 43. I may never be a champion, but I just did my first kipping ring muscle up yesterday 😀 It took me two years before I could do RX on any metcon (still can't do most), three years for my first muscle up (bar), and six years for my first handstand pushup. Still, being able to hang with guys who are less than half my age makes be feel damn good 😁😁

[@JasonGrubb]

👏You are the perfect example of hard work and consistency and being a total badass "old man" 👊 Way to keep those kids on their toes!!

[@joel16961]

@@JasonGrubb Who you calling old 🤬🤬🤣🤣

[@LoFoSho]

I love these videos because sometimes I feel old and want to give up, but y’all inspire me to keep going 💪 I’m 30.

[@JasonGrubb]

You've got this!! 30 years young and so much life to look forward to 👊

[@tomysmolic]

Finishing my first week in a CrossFit , and I'm absolutely hooked. Thank's for all the advice man

[@JasonGrubb]

No problem!! Welcome to the club! lol

[@Earth_By_Board]

Weird aye. I hate gyming but gave this a go im only 2 days in but I’m loving it

[@brunopdionisio]

Turning 32 and starting Wednesday. Thanks for the inspiration. I’ll give it my best

[@JasonGrubb]

You're already on your way by taking that first step!!

[@JnoEL1]

The real question is 2 weeks later are u being consistent?

[@brunopdionisio]

@@JnoEL1 yes sir I am!

[@Scubasgamecorner]

I am 50 out of shape depressed and feel like a loser.... but somehow this has inspired me enough to try something

[@JasonGrubb]

Stephen! Let's do it!

[@tylerpape3434]

Thank you. I'm 38 now and starting on the same journey. I will be looking to implement your regiments. You're the man, keep it up!

[@JasonGrubb]

Awesome! Get after it!

[@tylerpape3434]

10-4@@JasonGrubb, thank you for the daily motivation.

[@Lovelyshortstube8]

so humble and helpful thankss so much i needed that video

[@JasonGrubb]

You’re welcome!!

[@themichaelhoffmann]

Thanks so breaking it down! Did you work a full time job during the last few years when you made it to the games? How many hours a day did you spend in the gym?

[@JasonGrubb]

Yes and yes! Full-time RV, Full-time work, full-time life... I trained in the RV (for the past2 months) prior to that... have a garage setup. Average 3 hours of training a day (1-2 sessions)

[@Given2Fly7173]

Have lost 40lbs in the last 7 months and have seen gains the weight room. Recently starting bike riding and rucking for a challenge. I see positive change but these last 40 lbs do not seem to want to leave me body!

[@KMarcucci7]

Count your macros using a fitness app. It’s changed my life. I used to struggle with weight loss for years. I was the cardio king. When I learned about macros, and understood what was going into my body (carbs, fats, proteins) I started to make smarter decisions because I understood the math of what was going to happen. I now enjoy cookies everyday, delicious meals that I make, I just make sure that I always hit my protein marker (1 gram of protein for every pound of your goal weight-I.E. 175 pounds goal weight=175 grams of protein a day). I know my carb number is 350 a day, so I eat whatever carbs I want as long as it doesn’t go over my number. Mostly healthy carbs, of course. 😎 I’m currently 34 and got a 6 pack for the first time last year by using my macros, with only walking as my cardio. I walked to 10% body fat. You can do it, too! Just do your research with Macros!

[@operatoncreation6396]

@@KMarcucci7 walking is oddly blowing up just now.. people slept on that

[@JasonGrubb]

Agree with Kelly! Weight loss is primarily the result of nutrition... and having an appropriate macro breakdown that leaves you feeling well fueled while in a slight caloric deficit. We can work on it together if ya want! www.jasongrubb.com/nutrition-coaching

[@lymedog3176]

I was gonna comment, but with all the people inspired and achieving their goals… I’ll chalk it up to inspiration and aspirations! God bless to all that achieve their goals!

[@ganeshshetty625]

So glad I came across this channel!

[@JasonGrubb]

Me too Ganesh!

[@StrengthScholar0]

As a 27-year-old who thought the chance at being elite in a sport had already passed me by this is incredibly inspiring. Thank you so much. I'm personally not interested in CrossFit but this gave me hope for being competitive in powerlifting.

[@JasonGrubb]

Go for it!!

[@aky19832001]

What was your hornone cycle regime?

[@JasonGrubb]

None my friend. I come clean about it here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqvOZ5qhbKqslbc

[@aky19832001]

@@JasonGrubb more power to you beother. I'm 38 and I'll say things aren't the same. I got on HRT and it's been great. Do you thing . Great jo .

[@JasonGrubb]

@@aky19832001 I'm sure HRT is amazing... just don't compete in this sport.

[@amackrelp]

Thank you for being real! Inspiring!

[@JasonGrubb]

Absolutely!

[@Qui-GonJohn]

Great video. Congratulations on your success. Subscribed

[@JasonGrubb]

Thanks my friend

[@Intuitivelogicalintrovert]

Wow at 38 years old, I still feel old at 34. Inspiration that it's never too late.

[@JasonGrubb]

👊 Never too late!! #getboldernotolder

[@HAYAOLEONE]

Never too late to use performance enhancing vitamins lol

[@JasonGrubb]

Maybe other people... but not me dude.

[@oloidhexasphericon5349]

Sorry i have a hard time believing most of this. Someone recovering from an injury near-instantly as if it never happened and working 6 times a week

[@JasonGrubb]

Dude... my road from unfit to the games was more than 4.5 years of dedicated work. Huge amounts of work. Not sure how that's not believable??

[@richardgraham3833]

Wow, thanks for the inspiration. I just began my CrossFit experience 8!months ago. I am 75, so you might say I am late to the game. However, I have made a lot of progress and anxious for a chance to compete next February in the 2023 games.

[@JasonGrubb]

75!!! That's awesome!!!!

[@ajpalazuelos3831]

Love the real talk. Ty.

[@JasonGrubb]

Interested in training like me? www.bolderathlete.com/

[@nathanielcamacho4958]

I’ve never done CrossFit competitions or stayed consistent in classes because of injuries and class prices so I had stuck to bodybuilding. Bodybuilding worked as far as my body transformation goals of not being the fattest fit person that people knew and actually dropping my body fat and building strength and muscular definition for MYSELF. I was able to hit my goals last year for my first attempt at bodybuilding because my life was “balanced”. Now out of the military with injuries and my life and my family has become IMBALANCED. My mindset is non existent, like I have forgot how to get there. But you’ve showed me that it’s still possible. I’m going for it. I don’t know exactly what to do first because I feel like there’s some important financial issues I need to figure out first but I’m not quitting.

[@jna3184]

Did you have some low libido moments while losing the weight?

[@JasonGrubb]

@@jna3184 I don't think so.

[@MacStrengthCo]

Great advice and best of luck!!!

[@JasonGrubb]

Thank you! You too!

[@dwrod24]

I really appreciated this video and how you explained it all.

[@JasonGrubb]

Glad it was helpful!

[@little_engine_goes_to_Thailand]

Thanks for sharing - very inspirational.

[@JasonGrubb]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@tonemeister2318]

Great story. Thanks for sharing!

[@JasonGrubb]

Glad you enjoyed it!