What's the PERFECT amount of FITNESS?

I have been well below and well above "average"fitness. Right now, for me, I might be perfect :)
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[@MarkLewisfitness]

Conversation with friends who assumed I worked out 24/7 and a couple of emails I got promoted this one... (spoiler....I don't work out 24/7 😂)

[@1519Spring]

Nothing about this great video was "holiday" except the shirt you wore to record it. Hopefully that wardrobe choice won't keep folks who need to hear this message from watching it the whole year 'round.

[@MarkLewisfitness]

@@1519Spring I swapped it for the thumbnail, just to keep it Evergreen 😂

[@HairRival]

As a reality check, is this still with TRT?

[@hiking7521]

This is all great and jealous of your outcome. I'm 41 and tried for 5 years to well look like you and I'm still can't add mass. I am 160 lbs but can't put on muscle at all. Would love to have a challenge out there as my last resort bc 5 years of solid working out, cycling, running....and still the same body. Love the content cheers

[@MarkLewisfitness]

@@HairRival yes, hormone treatment is typically for life. Like glasses 😂

[@oliob]

Hey Mark, started running after my dad died to covid to save my kids from loosing me to having an unhealthy life style. You Sir have contributed a lot to that last almost 12 months were i managed to stay on track. Thank you! Greetings from Germany

[@MarkLewisfitness]

What a perfect motivator.....for all the hype about looking good....end of the day, just being alive has to be the best reward (for everyone around you to!)

[@progressivedemagogue8480]

Well done

[@crackerbarreIkid55]

Sorry for your loss. Hope you’re still on the fitness journey

[@gregdoucette]

Great video. So many helpful tips in 1 vid. A little goes a long way. U will get 80% of the gains with only 50% of the effort. Short on time make up for doing less volume with more intensity. When I ride I race. And when I lift I train harder than last time. People just need to do the best they can. Training does not need to be a full time job and this is coming from a professional bodybuilder who also races on zwift and works A LOT!!!

[@MarkLewisfitness]

Thanks Greg. 🙏 Was going to skip training tonight but as you’ve commented I feel obliged to jump on Zwift 😂 and get a race in 💪

[@tombarnes2652]

@@MarkLewisfitness Thanks for introducing me to Zwift. I did four horsemen today. I 'just got round' 4:45. I've never felt so exhausted 😂

[@MarkLewisfitness]

@@tombarnes2652 that is a crazy route. Only done it once. 🥵🤮

[@stephen_101]

Hey Greg, just thinking aloud - would you consider a cross channel collaboration with Mark? Perhaps a 2 part video series about Zwift, over 40s bodybuilding / fitness tips or a mutually agreed theme? Part one on your channel, part two here on Marks channel? Cross promotion would probably give you both a nice subscriber bump 🤔

[@MatthewLFarris]

@@stephen_101 dude I would love that. Been following both since well before they grew to this level

[@heinzketchup4558]

You‘re really one if the most reasonable and sensible fitness youtuber out there! I am 26 now and serve in my countries army, so i spent a decent amount of my life at becoming both generally fit and strong and can say that your approach to fitness is the best and most sound!

[@rib9985]

I’m 25 and you have no idea how much this and your videos have meant to me in the past few months. I’ve been hitting the gym and trying to be more active when I can for the past month. I feel more energetic, more social, and more active than ever before. The above average mentality in whatever you do in life is a gift!

[@mandie492]

I love that you acknowledge that some people just don't have the time, point blank period. Seems like a number of fitness influencers forget that it's not always about finding the motivation or switching out TV for the gym

[@scottrobinson4611]

I was recently on the other side of this question. Overweight, mostly sedentary, just not healthy. I looked at my fit, healthy friends like they were freaks of nature with some mad obsession with health and fitness. A couple of years ago I started playing 5-a-side football once/week. This was a great way to start getting exercise, because everyone else was also sort of unfit, and you can go in goal if you're too tired to run. Most importantly, it was *FUN*, I would look forward to it every week, and even started playing 2x/week. With this slowly-built base fitness, plus being inspired by my ultra-fit friends, I started trying to get fitter and healthier. In 3 months I've lost 9kg. I've started running, and gone from run-walking a 40min 5k, to a 32:25 parkrun @100kg. I'm running or playing football 3-4x/week, and pushing my long runs up to 10k. But this hasn't totally become my life. I still watch TV and play video games and do all the same things I did before, I just do them a bit less, and make time for running. My long run currently only takes about an hour, and often I'd spend more than that watching youtube, listening to music or an audiobook. Now I just do those things while I run. I've realised how much time I was spending doing things that could also be done while I'm out running or walking, so I've not got a good excuse to not do it. I'm still quite new to this routine, and still overweight, so I take plenty of rest days as well, to avoid injuries. I bought more running gear than I need so something's always ready to wear. My shoes live by the door. It's surprising just how low-effort it has been to maintain once I got started.

[@htownblue11]

Mark, this is why you’re such a valuable voice in the fitness community. Always a humor filled yet balanced and knowledgeable perspective that helps make being above average fit achievable.

[@DeliberateConfusion]

Don't let perfect be the enemy of good. You're probably the only fitness guy out there promoting this way of thinking. And the great thing is this can be applied to all parts of life, not just fitness. Great stuff, as always :)

[@stuartarmstrong5864]

Great video Mark - best yet. Habit traps and inspiration not emulation the biggest takeaways for me. At 63, recovering from a bad accident earlier this year and training for my first Ironman in 2023 I’m learning to accept I can’t perform like my younger counterparts but videos like yours keep me going. Keep up the good work!

[@MarkLewisfitness]

Yep - I hear a lot of people getting bogged down about comparing themselves to people, they just should not be bothered about!

[@allancox4694]

Its only taken me 50 years to realise that my fitness is part of my life rather than something I bolt on and slog away at, get injured and stop doing for 5 or 10 years, then start the whole cycle over again. I started watching your entertaining videos a year ago, lost 2 stone, started Parkrun and this is the longest I've been fit and maintained it, without injury. Its now become part of my life rather than something I slog away at, get injured and give up. Run, swim and bike are all enjoyable forms of exercise and I've now entered my local sprint triathlon so have something to look forward to next year. Well done for promoting above average Mark; you've hit on something that's really common sense, but most of us get caught up in the elite sport aspiration when being above average is what most of us would be happy with. As always, great content, well produced!

[@mikecookson2559]

Probably the most well thought out and presented argument against this modern “influencer” mentality I’ve heard. This is why you’re successful Mark, you speak the truth that most people need to hear, including myself at times. Keep up the work (not too much though 😉)

[@MarkLewisfitness]

Just enough 🤣

[@scotthoyer8091]

Great message. As a 48 year old bicyclist, I too have taken the approach to balance the passion with life instead of the passion leading my life. Now I’m stronger and fitter though maybe not as strong of a cyclist. Heading into my 50’s in good shape is a great feeling!

[@Dantheman11693]

Great video mark. I have a 3 yr old daughter and a very demanding job. I’m down from 100kg to 82kg since she was born. Just about to do my first half marathon. I could have chose to watch tv every night but I’m glad I didn’t. It’s all about discipline and priorities. Plus it’s bloody good for your mental health.

[@Fraser365]

"I'm upside down." got me every time haha!

[@KyleRodger.]

I fricking love this channel. Great content as always Mark!

[@roberthornshaw7857]

Thank you for making this video! 🙏

[@Pocklock950]

Love these videos Mark! Really helpful when trying to re-focus the mind and motivation along the fitness journey!

[@FitLawyerK]

Great video, don’t get obsessed with the routine so that you get demotivated if doesn’t pan out, but be completely honest about how your time is spent😊

[@michaelg.9361]

Probably my favorite video and message of yours I've watched. Keep up the awesome work Mark. Happy holidays to you and your family 👍

[@declanpurefitdublinsmyth2318]

Brilliant Video Mark , it’s what makes your videos so good , it’s very relatable to a lot of us , little bits of doing everything and trying your best to be better at them a little bit at a time 👏🏻👏🏻

[@lighthearthealth8090]

Great Video Mark! Thank you for showing some of the calmer day to day aspects of this journey.

[@Dean-ig7dd]

this is such an eye opener for me ,i need to take a day or two just to organize stuff, I'm always looking for stuff or wasting time on things without realising.

[@xxmorancxx]

Legend 👏🏻 love your videos. Very inspiring

[@andrewwakefield4431]

Great video again. Thanks Mark

[@_.alex.-]

Mark, this is a gem of a channel, I'm glad I found it. 40 year old guy from Cornwall, been on and off exercise for many years. Your videos and philosophy resonante with me, deeply. Thank you, and have a great 2023 :)

[@scottporter2513]

I love this consistent message from your channel and this video sums it up perfectly. 👌 So refreshing.

[@jakusthekingpakus1]

Your approach the health and fitness is so refreshing, really glad I found this channel a few weeks ago.

[@ericruth133]

Thanks for all you do, Mark. Your way of communicating resonates perfectly with me, as do your values. So glad I found you. Keep up the great work, you are appreciated!

[@darthcrypto5454]

Sensible fitness advice on KZbin... nice. Keep it up Mark! Great stuff.

[@JesusWasHeree]

Loved that video. You're honestly incredible, fairplay to you Mark.

[@Joe_Souza]

Mark, you present a great perspective in this vlog. Thanks for keeping it real.

[@WolfGirl930]

Very sensible content !! Have a good Christmas.

[@santibaiona]

I'm subscribed to quite a few channels but every time one of yours appears it's a MUST watch. Excellent video as always Mark. 💪😎

[@elisesands8803]

This is my favourite video you've made to date. Such great messaging. Super balanced outlook on fitness and life as a whole. I needed to hear this.

[@garybarnes9254]

Probably one of your most inspiring videos!

[@vsr1542]

Dropping knowledge that needs to be heard! Keep it up!!

[@volancydogs]

I looooove your channel! I always listen to it in the car!

[@Cloud007.]

Great video and very helpful message!

[@marcsturgess2111]

Spot on Mark… Vids are on point & cut to the chase. Getting better & better - keep it up 👍

[@eatmoveliftenjoy7364]

This is such a good message mate - thanks for putting it out there.

[@K4R3N]

Great video Mark. This is a much needed and fresh topic. Thank you for addressing it

[@jimgalvin2191]

Love this! Well said my man.

[@Quietriotou812]

I gotta say, this is the best KZbin fitness channel. Love it because you guys work hard but don't go overkill. Plus the humor, content and discussion in the videos are always great. Keep up the excellent work.

[@sssertob5712]

This is great Mark, absolutely love this channel and the only fitness KZbinr I really watch as it's so honest and refreshing. Really helps keep me motivated on my fitness journey. Ran my first trail race today, 18km. Finished in the top 50%. Just Above average is such a great goal

[@roberteckert9699]

What a great video and conversation starter. This is the reason I am a subscriber.

[@burnlosebuild-cyclingandex5783]

Reasonable advice. You will go far on this KZbin thing. Inspiring. Thank you as always.

[@Bergo101]

Love this stuff Mark, keeping it real. The way I look at it also is that 1/24 of my day working hard to enjoy 23/24 infinitely more (yes, including better sleep) is incredible value-for-effort. And that doesn’t even include living a longer life etc (hopefully). Doing hard things is healthy, keeps your mind fit too. How lucky are we that all we have to do is an hour of hard work per day, for ALL these benefits?

[@lacingtrails420]

This for me is the best video you have done this year, your channel has really made me look at how i see fitness and what it means to me. Have been over training for years and then found your channel and made a lot of changes. Just excellent advise all round.

[@jrqberry]

Good stuff Mark. Your fitness serves your life, not the other way around.

[@runmyworld]

Soo good. Quality advice with a big slice of humour as per usual. 😊

[@highnotes10]

This is an incredible message. Thank you. ❤

[@jeffsandersfit]

Great and really helpful video, Mark! And that tee is fire, Man.

[@mlalfing]

God, Mark I love your reality talks...and your humor! Thanks for your content!

[@alhit007]

Thanks so much for that motivation, needed it as I’ve fallen of the horse over the last few weeks 🐎 so back on tomorrow morning , keep it lit.

[@marks-0-0]

Great advice, be fit and enjoy it but make sure you have a balanced life.

[@TriFitChris]

Humility and relatability are just two of the reasons why I like these videos. Thank you for posting.

[@nellyb666]

In a word, Brilliant. You are making a difference.

[@zonefreakman]

Hey Mark I really like the content you put out. Sharing your personal story and how you get on day to day is really relatable for the average person and amateur in fitness. You show what is realistically achievable for most people.

[@andrewhertzberg6889]

That’s a hugely important message that almost nobody is communicating. You and I have a lot in common and I am trying to roughly adopt a similar approach. I don’t want to look like The Rock, I don’t want to be fat, I like the way exercising most days feels. I’ve run sub-3-hour marathons but I’m content to never do that again. Really appreciate this video. This is way more “health orientated” than most fitness stuff online. I like this saying: Taking care of yourself is a gift to those who take care of you.

[@MedievalTrebuchet]

This video is the quintessential Mark Lewis. I feel like you have touched on a lot of this before in other videos, but I could still watch one of these videos every month and feel inspired.

[@insptrGadget]

Great video, very inspiring. “Get in the ocean, wait for the wave” seems like a great merch idea.

[@peterrichmond6133]

Great messaging Mark. And a good reminder that perfect is the enemy of good. Whilst we all love watching you do interesting and sometimes amusing stuff, these attitude, balance and habit videos really do hit the mark. Keep it up.

[@MarkLewisfitness]

Interestingly, the person I was discussing this topic with on Friday (the prompted this video) ended up using the same quote pretty much - perfectionism is the enemy of good enough.

[@WNTRCMPR]

Inspiring! One of the best video’s for anyone trying to find their path and get fit!

[@samuel4781]

This is so true, as a avid exerciser less is more than recover😉 great vid as always mate

[@jdaws4896]

Your awesome, love the positivity and realism of your message. Happy Christmas mate 👍🏻👋

[@MarkLewisfitness]

Thanks, you too!

[@rezaghp]

loved the honesty.

[@jeneeday3110]

Excellent video. I burst out laughing at the insert of the race walking challenge. It's still so good.

[@jmsanderson]

Very motivational! After a long few years out of running due to knee trouble Im back to doing it all again but trying to remind mself that I cant do the crazy times and distance any more and that's fine. Just be there doing it for the right reasons, improving little bits is what it's about. Needed this vid, thanks

[@steff8069]

you are such a great inspiration. Thank you.

[@OtterJohn667]

Fantastic video, Mark! Great way to put things in perspective and keep it real. You're right, the internet is terrible at presenting reality vs fantasy when it comes to health and wellness. Your honest perspective and "this is what works for me" explanation are something I hope more people looking for inspiration (not emulation) get to see.

[@felixnikolaj3272]

"to me - that's balance" - thank you so much Mark for this awesome video. It's just always a pleasure to watch your videos, to learn about your thoughts on things and to also get kind of a "confirmation" on my own thoughts ;) Love the approach you are going for, more or less the same I am also going after - being the best athlete I can (achieve to) be, without (over-) compromising on REAL life :) Also, knowing to ALWAYS and consistently being able to perform (way) above average keeps intrinsically motivated, makes me proud of myself and keeps me going on and on and on :)

[@colinh63]

Mark, this is probably your best video to date, really hits the mark (sorry not intentional) about exercise and how it should fit into the “above average “ and not “above average” athletes lives. Awesome videos thanks 👍

[@lewisross4044]

I'm very grateful for your channel Mark. The vast majority of fitness channels are so convoluted and unrelatable. All of your content is truly inspiring. Cheers mate.

[@TheZanshen]

Great stuff mate.

[@mylesdavidson4270]

One of your very best video’s Mark. Thank you. I am over 50 and whilst I push harder than most it is collective experiences that matter.

[@RobBlanzy]

Thanks brother! At 53 I started getting back into better health for most of the reasons that you mentioned. This video hit the spot with "better than most". I was mentally stuck with that youthful idea of "give it your all" opposed to making the journey more of a fun challenge, and less of a dreadful one. Plus, recovery can be tricky as we get older, so a more controlled pace seems like the way. Keep it going Mark, and maybe host an event with all of us!

[@Cohen7277]

Love the sensible message, as always! I go blue in the face trying to explain to my training partners why I'm content to be top 10% and get on with my life... I'll just start sending them your videos as you do a better job.

[@oliverc1293]

I cannot overstate how helpful I find your attitude and tips on these topics. I am good at managing my time but I have an exceptionally stressful job in international development, which often leaves me totally fried, mentally and physically exhausted. I'm also a 70.3 triathlete (amateur, but it's still plenty of training!). The key points around forming good habits and making things easy for yourself are just so true. I've moved house to a place with a garage basically just so that I can have my running shoes, bikes and kit absolutely ready to go at the drop of a hat. It's so helpful to take away the mental effort of it all, considering that the physical effort is already plenty! Thanks for the good sense

[@chrisvanbuggenum871]

Dose of wisdom on a Monday morning. Thanks Mark.

[@futureofinsurance]

Mark, this is why I love your channel. This video is precisely why this is the kind “fitness influencer” channel people should watch and engage with. Keep doing it!

[@sbull5317]

This was really reassuring, humbling and inspiring thank you :)

[@michaelruiz1385]

Thank you for always putting out great content I needed the bit about enjoying what you've done in the day as I just fell short on a training run due to cramps this helped me

[@denson9055]

The Kat Slater insert was genius! 😂

[@mikehayward7921]

great as always, man. thank you

[@nathantaylor8705]

Another great and inspirational video Mark, thanks! I'm guilty of previously following some Dubai based influencers but soon tired of the unrealistic image and ultimately shallow content. Thanks for keeping it real!

[@freedomforfour2904]

I subbed for your honesty!!! Thank you for being REAL!! Geez. Why is it so hard for people too talk straight!

[@brunosoaresrodrigues8957]

Props for the honesty and not trying to look like a superhuman. Edit: and, of course, for the very useful tips and insights on staying on the path.

[@mylor1066]

Respect for this. Know what you want and drive for it. Also LOVED YOUR COFFEE MAKING COMMENT! Made me laugh out loud!

[@timeonfeet]

Great message Mark, not enough people saying this.

[@NeilLavitt]

You're a leader Mark and a well above average one. What you say makes complete sense.

[@aaronyarm]

fantastic video, your videos are so genuine and informative. They have really influenced my journey, I am only sorry I didn't find you sooner!

[@dthornew]

Great message. Thanks again.

[@Greg.Sutton]

Really good video! Timely reminder for me as i ramp up my training for my 2023 goal. That i need to be careful not to let it ovetake my life, just to be seconds better up a mountain on a bike and still leave me trailing the pro's strava times. Sometimes just enjoying the journey and being able to ride the mountain is enough.

[@madshansson20]

Great video and important topic. Huge fan of your approach to fitness/life👍

[@dmoney8373]

Just my favorite channel.

[@andytodd8136]

That was a fanatic video... I've always enjoyed your stuff .. funny informative motivational well done mate great job 👏

[@OGillo2001]

Nice one Mark, thanks!

[@stephen_101]

I like this video because it shows the key to avoiding mental burnout so common in fitness. Be committed, but not obsessed. You have got the balance just right 👍

[@marshovision]

Somehow I missed this 5 days ago, but after watching it today I do feel compelled to comment due to this video being truley inspiring in it's reasonableness. Great work.