What I Eat & Drink DAILY | Healthy Lifestyle

[@EstebanKollov]

Absolutely insane that this guy was a smoker for over a decade, until relatively recently, and is running sub-15min 5ks and putting up impressive marathon times. Super human genetics. Imagine if he had trained seriously from a very young age. Surely Olympian potential right there? You’re a huge inspiration man!

[@ChristopherDunn-v4m]

I smoked cigarettes from 1989 to 2014. I haven't had a cigarette since. Ten years of no smoking feels good. I have been running consistently for the past two years. I had previously quit at least two times and started smoking again within a year or two. I feel running makes it easier to not smoke. You and your awesome videos motivate and encourage my love of running. Thank you for sharing.

[@ashtechs9303]

Well done mate. Pretty much stopped myself from smoking through running. I know how hard it is. Keep going.

[@high-captain-BaLrog]

Don't smoke, it is easy not to don't do it

[@James.chalmers]

He said he had 3 cigarettes a day that’s not a lot tbh… some smoke 30 a day 😂

[@high-captain-BaLrog]

@@James.chalmers 😦😦😦😦

[@BrandonBlockOiOi]

It's incredible to hear about your smoking habit, and something I needed to hear right now. I smoked roughly between the age of 20 to 30 (I am now 34), a habit exacerbated by living in southeast Asia where cigarettes are given out like candy - one time I was given a sleeve simply for entering a nightclub. I eventually quit smoking, partially because I was enjoying running and exercise so much and trying to adhere to the goals I set myself in running. I have also managed to stop drinking. I still occasionally have a cigarette on certain occasions i.e a wedding, a funeral, but beat myself up over it quite soon after. Hearing your story has made me feel a whole lot better about myself. I am amazed at your accomplishments and am proud of my own as well. I don't want smoking to anchor me from bettering my achievements, but also, I don't want to internalise anxiety after a slip or a release, which sometimes I need. Thanks for these videos.

[@Ethanmmmmmm]

Set yourself short term goals (races) frequently. And treat yourself with the odd cigarette after

[@alcheic]

For me, I think it's not eating enough. I've been working towards losing weight while simultaneously running for school in xc and track, and I often just forget to eat, especially on days I run early in the morning, so while I know I need the fuel, it's a bit of a challenge to remind myself to eat. However, knowing that someone who's been in an arguably much worse habit has been able to kick it and succeed in the activities they do is very heartening and gives me hope for getting better at running and mastering my own body. Thank you for putting this out there for people like me and others who would benefit from acknowledging and fighting our detrimental habits.

[@jonathanwatkins447]

Boet good to hear your human. I smoked 2 packs or more a day until Nov 2022 ( I'm 52).I actually ran a sub 3 ( my first)at valencia and a 7:48 at comrades in 2022 while still smoking. Only reason I quit was my running coach said most people come to me to get healthy. I thought he would have said they come to him to get faster 😂. I have nothing against smoking if that makes you happy. I quit drinking and drugs in 2016. That's when I started running. FYI running did not get me to quit using but it sure has made me not start again. After I quit drinking etc.. smoking and running were my favorite. I had a smoke before NYC marathon and people looked at me like I was the devil😂.This comrades was my first I didn't even think about a smoke after. Now that's crazy. Keep up the great work boet.

[@Dan-vt9vk]

Thanks for your honesty! Struggling with binge eating for a long time, mostly sugary treats like ice cream, chocolate, cakes etc. Started due to dissatisfaction at work and continued due to a coping mechanism of "I need the calories to run". Whole foods and fruits are more filling, tastier and help you recover quicker, but I don't always remember it. Agree that zero tolerance doesn't work and can lead to relapses.

[@joshuahurst-c1g]

Nick, I don't usually leave comments on any KZbin videos, but I've been following you're videos for a while now and I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy your videos. Honestly, you inspire me to reach the potential in running that I know I can achieve and I think I speak for many others as well.

[@justalilbester]

Thansk for sharing. Keeps me fuelled. Let’s go reach our potential!

[@1Shoe18]

I have an energy drink every day. Doesn’t sound that bad but I’d like to stop. Really appreciate your honesty about your bad habits - we all have them!

[@RoshanFernandez-md5cf]

Thanks for sharing Nick!! I was doing hard intervals while watching you, Ben Felton and the running channel. All inspirational 🙌🏽💪🏽👏🏽💯

[@BamainMn]

Know it’s hard to stop! Smoked a pack a day for 10 years, about a pack a day. Needless to say I didn’t run, but it was great having a coke and a smoke after basketball. Stopped when I got breathless walking up the stairs (was eating fast food too). 20 years later and I still sometimes miss it and sometimes have a cigar. But I enjoy running more tbh…more friends, $ etc

[@MikeNolan59]

Bro that sainsburys blackcurrant and cherry sparkling water is my favourite 😍😂 Loved the honesty, I’m a stoner and training for a 50k. I don’t really drink so I like to smoke and chill at the end of the day after the gym or a run. It’s hard to stop when it gets so routine but hearing your story shows me it’s possible, respect brother 🫡

[@surplusscrap]

For me evening tea and biscuit binges was my addiction. Made a big impact in running and training by reducing this bad habit. I noticed the difference within one week.

[@justalilbester]

The trick is to try stop at 1 biscuit.

[@hunta827]

I am a Marathon runner (3:33). I have been running for 18 months now and I have always had a problem with drugs. I have done all sorts of drugs on and off for the last 3 years really hard. (Weed, Alcohol, Caffeine, Shrooms, LSD, MDMA, Amphetamines, Ketamine and Cocaine) Not exactly proud of it but now I want to find a way to live without them. I am tried of living with drugs. I have always used it to treat adhd symptoms. I think I will just have to work harder than someone else who doesn’t have ADHD. Anyone else who has drug problems just know to never give up. If you choose not to you will never get better.❤

[@thomasvinsen1410]

I believe one of the best things is to understand why we turn to things like drugs and alcohol or smoking or even binge eating. It’s finding comfort. The route of addiction is comfort. That’s what those things do. So when you can retrain your mind to be okay with discomfort that really helps. Eventually that discomfort and the need of that fix from drugs will subside. Also find replacing it with something else. You are a runner so maybe go running or walking or even weightlifting. Every time you want to turn to your vice you replace it with doing one of those tasks. Eventually you will stop craving drugs and you will naturally feel better

[@Cyrus-g3c]

I've read somewhere that it takes about 5 years for the lungs to completely heal after smoking for a long time, though it may differ on many people but 🫡 to you, Sir! because the hardest challenge in stopping a bad habit is actually committing to stop it. I was a chain smoker too, but shorter period than yours. I think it was like from 18 years old up to 22.. I stopped when I met the love of my life 😅 now I am 5 years nicotine free. And I've been running for about less than a year and half now. My only bad habit right now is over training! Lmao. Anyway, keep inspiring! great content as always.

[@uamalik777]

I have a 5k race with my 17 year old nephew... in mid August... so far 21:00 for 5k... but my best at 18 was 4:20 a mile... but didn't practise for running... just played football... aiming to lose 6 kgs in next two months... so let's c... running approx 30 miles a week these days...

[@barrysullivan9492]

Top man Nick. Always watch your KZbin videos. Your very open about your lifestyle and training. Loved the insight into what you eat in a day. Fantastic. 💪😊

[@DavidBond668]

I eat lots of rubbish when tired, sometimes when not tired too. It's never too late to stop smoking. The lungs heal.

[@joshuaadao4087]

Wow! You can drink an espresso and instant coffee before a run. Coffee makes my heart beat so fast even tho I only do a recovery run .

[@db69trsv]

I've never smoked. Alcohol consumption is one glass of red wine per year, I do not drink beer. 70/182, I trained quite diligently, while in my best years I ran 5 km in only 17:25, the result at the marathon was 3:13. Another reason to be disappointed in the significant harm of bad habits.

[@michaeljohnfx5574]

Nice one, Nick! Class video. I think a lot of runners take for granted how important nutrition is to training. Would be nice if runners spoke about this more!

[@greertops]

Enjoyed this style of video Nick. Keep up the good work!

[@fionndiedrichs7839]

I don’t know what it is but I love this guy

[@oliverjacob4174]

I have smoked on and off since I was 18, I have always felt like it would hold me back in my running. But hearing this is so motivating, as It’s more encouragement to stop. Thank you for sharing.

[@justalilbester]

Never too late to fully stop. A lot of runners have addictive personalities. But let’s get stuck into this good addictions 💪🏻 onwards and upwards! 😊

[@roberto8563]

Great video Nick. Refreshingly honest & open. Loved it.

[@justalilbester]

I appreciate that!

[@NVIK5]

From a smoker to a 2:20 marathoner, you hit the genetics jackpot Nick... I never drank, never smoked and maxed out at a 3:36 marathon at 27.

[@justalilbester]

Thanks mate. Never too late to kick old habits. Lungs of steal 🤣 jokes aside. Hopefully it won’t come back to bite one day.

[@NVIK5]

@@justalilbester you redeemed yourself already :-)

[@matejburian3191]

no, from a 2:24 smoker marathoner to 2:20 marathoner 😂

[@muscle99sav]

Binge eating/Dieting is probably my biggest vice. Leading up to a race I will restrict calories the week before and drop 2-3 scale lbs. Then post race I will binge eat junk for 2-3 days straight. Trying to get better with this.

[@georgecarroll04]

I have vaped since I was 18 for 2 years (now 20) and it was a bad habit. Decided to stop fully at end of April after I done a marathon and haven’t vaped since and already have seen the improvements. I knew eventually it would hinder my running so decided to stop. the benefits of not vaping has made my runner so much better

[@asipheyakobi2716]

Nick....all ur videos are so loaded with very useful information man, thank you.

[@asipheyakobi2716]

I am working on decreasing my alcohol intake and thanks once again for sharing ur quitting story.

[@justalilbester]

@@asipheyakobi2716 always a pleasure and always easier when you’re in it together 🙌🏻 I’m backing you!!

[@BigMummyLongLegs]

I stopped smoking six months ago at 31. Running was the main motivating factor!

[@laurencharltonn]

Have you considered moving one of the bowls to directly after your run. It’s usually better to surround training with most the calories.

[@justalilbester]

Yeah I occasionally do that. 🙌🏻

[@federungreat2206]

Hey Nick, thanks for the content and for sharing another part of your story. I was expecting way more carbs, especially on a double day. Do you go by feel or you follow some indications? Thanks

[@justalilbester]

I got in bagels, quite a bit of oats, wraps and chips. So quite a few carbs on there and had pasta the night before too, as I knew a harder day was coming up 🙌🏻

[@federungreat2206]

@@justalilbester Ok yeah I was not counting correctly 😅. Thanks for your feedback

[@gary_runs]

Great video Nick!

[@DwaynePretorius]

Awesome flip love the Adidas running shorts fit but hates the fact that they don't have a small zipper pocket at the back where I can keep my keys. Will definitely get a pair of these

[@jayalanlife5926]

Good video mate, you are a natural, hope that you are very successful I am eating all of the peanut butter that you leave behind

[@justalilbester]

🤣🤣 fuel hard, train hard 🙌🏻 thanks mate

[@KJensen95]

Really enjoy seeing your balanced approach. The all-or-nothing method tends to make me miserable and fall off. If were happy, we perform best!

[@justalilbester]

That’s it’s. At the end of the day we’re not professionals athletes, so we need to enjoy it to the max.

[@CPRuns]

Hi Nick! Great video. What height are you If you don’t mind me asking? I weigh 73kg and trying to get lighter to run faster… you are fast at 76 so maybe I don’t need to get lighter? Any thoughts

[@justalilbester]

Yes sure I’m 186cm | 6ft 1

[@tianoyt7005]

Hey Nick, thanks for the video. Wanted to ask; I have been running in asics noosa tri 15 for the last 4 months, really enjoyed the shoe but I am craving for something different. That led me to doing some homework and I came across the Boston 12 as a "do it all shoe" which helps my budget significantly. With that being said, I have seen a couple of reviews with the SL 2 and wanted to get your opinion. Should I wait for the SL 2 to release in South Africa or should I get a pair of Boston 12? I only do 5k and 10k runs/races. Thanks Nick

[@justalilbester]

Boston 12s are your answer. Don’t think I’ve met anyone who hasn’t been really impressed by them. 🙌🏻

[@Ammerstol]

Love the video Nick, a very nice insight in your daily life. Not to be sour, but you must spend of small fortune on all those supplements?

[@justalilbester]

Glad you found it helpful. I’ll film ‘a day in the life of’ soon. Thankfully I get gifted most of my supplements but some of them I buy myself too.

[@bpotato3310]

in wondered how to eat all the supplement in 1 day and can you give some tips? no side effect?

[@mathiasrotevatn2550]

Not a big deal, but I am really weak for sweats and snacks. In the weekend, I can eat a bag og potato chips + chocolate and sweets, and I can eat throughout the weekend. I have a habit of eating a lot of non-healthy foods because I know I’ve trained and burnt a lot of calories. This annoys me since I know I could’ve gotten much more from my training if only I could restrain myself. My sweet tooth is sooo strong and I have a hard time saying «no» to sweets or if I start eating sweets/snacks, I just can’t stop. Not as bad of a habit as for example smoking, but just wanted to share. Would love any tips on how to cut down on the «bad food» eating!

[@euanfitzpatrick2449]

Thank you for showing us what you eat to stay in such gizard like shape 🤙

[@danieln1812]

Don’t know if you have ever spoke about it (I’m new here) but assuming you also have a day job could you run thorough in a video how you fit all this training in your day with little ones to look after as well….?

[@justalilbester]

YES for sure. How to balance training with ‘life’. High up on my agenda of videos to make 🙌🏻

[@rupertking6682]

I stopped smoking the day we went into lockdown for the first time and ironically took up running that day too... Never looked back. I somehow have not touched a cigarette since that day! I need to sort my eating habit. I love bread 😅😅 Great video Mr B!

[@justalilbester]

Huge congrats on kicking the habit. Bet you feel all that better for it. Onwards and upwards!

[@mackovo6]

hi nick, was wondering if honey is really good for runs. i am thinking of buying honey strips. And as Declan Rice explained that honey pancakes gives him more energy for his games too.

[@justalilbester]

It’s healthier fast burning sugar than plan sugar I suppose. So pre session all good 💪🏻🔥

[@mackovo6]

@@justalilbester Thanks Nick! Will take honey now on and would just buy bottle of honey like your video shows and squeeze it onto my pre-session meal ;)

[@SlowerOne]

I binge eat and it sucks. I also crave sweets after hard workouts or training sessions. It’s so tough to break.

[@rpatel1411]

Amazing ! Thanks for this video - i take similar supplements to you, but I add beetroot tablets before bed. You should also consider a magnesium spray before bed :)

[@alisonwilks302]

Ahh that was brilliant !! Defo need that SIS hydration . Wine is my vice ❤❤❤❤

[@ajs808]

Mine too Alison, though I have cut down a little recently, in my quest for getting fitter and faster

[@mattwoodywoodRT]

Awesome information!

[@matticawood]

Nice intro Nick, very classy 😊

[@Happyfridays11]

It sounds a bit weird, but i find it reassuring that you used to smoke! As in, it's reassuring that even the 'best of us' can struggle with vices. I think particularly in running where self discipline and health are such celebrated things, it is nice to know that not everyone is perfect all the time. I occasionally sack off a run and eat a share bag of chocolates 🤣 it feels slightly shameful admitting that but hey we're all human 😂😂

[@veganaus]

Hey Nick, I have the exact same peanut butter on bagel snack as you EXCEPT try it with sliced banana and cinnamon instead of honey

[@justalilbester]

Solid fuel ⛽️ right there!! The only food I can’t eat is banana. Can you believe it. But don’t get me wrong. I do love banana bread.

[@saljablo2767]

Finally!! Nick without a shirt on!! Yes sirrrrrrr!!!!!!!

[@justalilbester]

🤣 that’s the kind of summer it’s been here so far!! 🇬🇧

[@AndriesOutdoor]

Hallo can you do a video on how to get back into running after a long time away? i wrote axams and was out for about 2 months i i would appreciate some help😂

[@justalilbester]

Ooof falling out of routine is always tricky. Follow those that inspire you, enter a race and that’ll help with motivation and finding that consistency you need 💥

[@rationalsage1084]

How much calories do you consume per day?

[@justalilbester]

I’ve never counted. But you can add them up here in the video. Perhaps 3,000 or so.

[@YosiOren]

can't understand those taking ketone while having carbs. that does not work together! such a follower ...

[@hannesbengtsson7164]

Great video, Nick! You are a massive running inspiration for me. Also, huge respect for sharing the info with us. Stay safe and best of luck with your running

[@justalilbester]

Thanks champ feel good for sharing it. 🙌🏻 always been an open book. Together we grow

[@pajerry33]

Thanks Nick - take home message in a exercise physiology class - rather smoke and exercise than not smoke and not exercise/coach potato. Glad you stopped though.

[@timverkoyen8742]

Eating definitely is my bad habit. Almost every day eating a snickers or Icecream. Taking my training and eating (for the rest of) very serious. I know I should replace those daily chocolate snacks with healthy alternatives.

[@justalilbester]

Always tough to break out of it, if that’s what your body is used to. But once you do and it’s out of your routine/mind, it becomes easier

[@Thebe6113]

Just curious what is your height and weight

[@justalilbester]

Height 6ft 1 (186cm) | weight 76kgs

[@joe-ldp]

Thanks for sharing Nick. I eat too much chocolate 🙈

[@Justdewit_27]

Pretty cool of you to share this kind of personal information. Athletes aren’t perfect, and are human beings just like everyone else.

[@Arr-runz]

LOVE UR VIDEOS?!

[@neilfield3229]

Beer for me nick i could run 6 minuites a mile a year or so i work all week so i like a beer at the weekend but the times are not as good 😊

[@justalilbester]

Non alcoholic is the way to go. That way you can still perform relatively well 👌🏻

[@Chris-dw3xl]

Interesting vid but did find it was one big advert for one thing or another

[@justalilbester]

Ah sorry you felt that way. In fact I had a lot more discount codes which I didn’t share in this video as I didn’t want it to seem like it was very ad style.

[@Chris-dw3xl]

@@justalilbesterhey dude it’s cool it’s nice that you commented

[@chilloutvibesforyou]

Thanks for sharing! I'm boring, never smoked or taken drugs in my 60+ years. Also I don't run normally unless there has at least been 3 hours past after eating.

[@Sandeep-fl1tl]

No redbull 😂😂

[@veganaus]

Too much caffeine mate. Abstain from caffeine and save it for race day for the BIG gains. You'll never know until you try it

[@justalilbester]

I agree. 4 cups a day (3 x normal and 1 x decaf) is slightly more than I’d like

[@FrontLineGamer]

I used to do the same Found swapping to 1 espresso in the morning and then Green tea throughout the day Green tea has about 1/3 the caffeine of a cup of espresso so I’m just downing tea all day haha

[@aSkibidiRunner]

In America it’s very hard to find bread, peanut butter or honey that isn’t loaded with dyes, cane sugar or seed oils. 😢

[@jjames1949]

Long life milk? Is that your secret to sub 15 5K? 🤔🤷🏻‍♂️😂

[@justalilbester]

Sometimes I have whole milk. It depends if the kids have finished it or not 😂

[@benrizzo3880]

1 Timothy 4:8 KJV For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come. Titus 2:11-13 KJV For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ

[@adhikariFitness94]

You are an insipiring athlete but your food specially packaged, please take them in moderation.

[@thomasvinsen1410]

Why would you have creatine on a harder day? You should literally have it everyday. Having it on a harder day is pointless. Creatine takes a couple days to build up in the muscles

[@misterbelll]

Beer....bad habit, but at age 62...what the hell....😂😂

[@pete801]

U eat some absolute rubbish man. Proof that you can outrun a bad diet. Absolute champ. Can I make a suggestion though.... Can you get a coffee machine or make some actual coffee. Nescafé gold isn't coffee bro

[@justalilbester]

That’s my thinking, if I don’t have ‘real coffee’ then I can have more. Half the time it’s just to stay warm 🤣

[@Hutabarat-nl8nj]

firsttttt

[@justalilbester]

Too much pace!! 🔥🔥