I’ve been consuming fitness and workout content for years, ever since I got into the gym. This is unironically one of the absolute best videos in terms of practical advice for beginners overall. I mean it. There’s a lot of wisdom in here and I respect you a lot for being so down to earth and spreading well informed advice.
Crazy to think the RUclipsr I’ve followed for 15+ years just gave the most down to earth, realest gym advice I’ve seen to date. Genuinely relatable and ultimately consistently making small changes to form habits is key but none more so that actually having the mindset for change. Respect
Good for you, man. Its a really impressive transformation, and I think the touching on things like body dysmorphia is really important. A lot of people dont even realize they have it, and mentioning just how different someone can look in different lighting or on a highlight reel like social media is so insanely beneficial for people to hear. Especially considering this is something (especially from guys) that is rarely talked about.
This has been a really helpful video for me at the moment. Lost a lot of weight just before covid because of cycling for work but that's all crept back on because of working from home. Getting into the gym at the moment and excited to see the content on the new channel!
You've always been a favorite of mine, but now more than ever! You're an inspiration and much more! Thank you for being so honest about everything, and saying the things that a lot of fitness oriented people leave out!
This is wonderful, congratulations sir. I’m sorry to hear about your dad’s condition, you’re helping massively by raising money so props to you for focussing on positive action!
This is huge. I been working out in and off for 10 years now. But haven’t worked out in 2 years. This has motivated me to start again, no joke. I’ve always liked your style of doing things, and this is just the next best thing. Thank you and gl us. ❤️💪🏼
Proud of you Torvesta! As someone who just broke 30, I one hundred percent have the same feeling of living life to the fullest and taking care of myself is so important! You look great, gains are insane! Go crush that marathon! I quit alcohol, tobacco, and a ton of bad habits over 3 years ago!
I have watched your vids for nearly a decade and honestly you have inspired me so much with this one. I'm on the opposite side of the scale, on a journey to lose 100 lbs. Thanks for making this video, it was very motivating!
I started dieting and gyming in November. Unlike the recommendations to go slow and make gradual changes, I threw myself in the deep end by going 6 days a week and completely switching up my diet from total junk every day to learning how to cook and eating clean no matter what. Things were going great until last month when my gym was forced to close for renovations for a week, followed by myself getting (man) flu which put me out of action for another 2 weeks. I know deep down I've only been making excuses but it's been really tough for me getting back into routine and I've definitely slipped back into old habits. To try keep it short, I just wanted to say thank you. This video is the sign I needed that I've taken advantage of this break long enough and it's time to get back on the grind. Best of luck with your future goals and I'm looking forward to seeing what you post on your other channel!
Like I said. When shit gets tough, take it easy. For example your gym shut. Even if you did 2 home workouts a week with bodyweight or homemade weights even for 20-30 mins. Cut back when things get tough, the best thing you can do is stay consistent and don’t take big breaks. Keep it going. Thanks a lot
@@TorvestaRS You're absolutely right. I'm definitely going to get a home routine going for the days where I don't feel 100%. Hearing this encouragement from you means a lot, I really appreciate it.
I've been lifting pretty seriously for about 8 years so I 100% know how much time and effort it took to get what you have accomplished. This is by far the best fitness motivational and informative video I've ever seen from a non-lifting channel. You've earned a ton of respect from me for being so real with everyone and have definitely earned my sub on your new channel. Can't wait to see what you have in store, keep it up bro!
@@castlewarstiny6675 He still shows his support by donating to the cause. Also B0aty has donated a lot of money to different charities. There's a video about it if you're interested
GOAT!!! I struggled with body dysmorphia really badly and pushed myself to the point of constant injury because I wasn’t resting. I gave up and gained a lot of weight. I’m ready to get back on the grind! Shout out for your approach to this video and recommending warming up and healthy approaches. Legend and god speed to your dad
Congrats dude, I’ve gone through a similar body transformation in the last 3 years; it feels good to be comfortable with how you look. As a piece of advice to others, I took up climbing in inside gyms. I would really recommend this. Go there, climb, meet people - they’re insanely friendly - and just enjoy the sport; the fitness will come. I genuinely think a lot of people would find it a more relaxed, perhaps less likely to become physique-obsessed alternative to going to a regular gym.
ive started my gym journey about 3 months ago, i was sick of being the skinny kid. i started to lose motivation. this video right here is what gave me my motivation again, thank you so much for this video. to see your journey over 7 years all natural made me feel better as i refuse to do any enhancing drugs including caffeine, seeing how big other people were in the gym really made it difficult for me to motivate myself. you are awesome torvesta thank you!
tbh i started whatching this video with regret of what could be coming, but after the developing of the video, you running a full marathon, your dad problems, damn... its completly blowed my mind, and even inspired me to have a healthier life.. youre far away from beign just another youtuber, youre inspiration for many people, youre big torvesta. Just keep it up, ur father will be all right with no time! such a nice video!
Hey torv, I was in a really horrible headspace today after some bad medical news yesterday. This video inspired me not to give up, and understand it will be a long slow process, but I WILL heal. Thank you for sharing your journey, huge inspiration
The vid finally came out and it’s when I’m one month into my own journey. Very inspirational and motivating to see your consistency and progress and education about it all. Thank you for the extra fuel to my fire!!!!!
I don't really partake in RuneScape content anymore but I'm glad I saw this video. Thank you! It motivated me and I want to get back into exercising and having a routine. Congratulations on hitting your goal and never giving up
Wow bro! What a motivation you are. I started skinny too and I'm about 1 year into my journey now. Appreciate this to help me keep going! Edit: Started at 6'0", 138lbs. Now about 160lbs.
Niceeee, i started at 60kg…. Im also 1,85m. Right now im 66 after and in really want to get to 70. Once you get going its amazing, the beginning was for sure the hardesr.
Respect for sticking to the journey, respect for wanting to lift up more brothers with you along the way, respect for the new channel, marathon and the charity bro. Good example of a person that deserves success, doing all the right things with the platform/position you're in, respect
I've watched you for years and God damn, that was so motivating. I have fallen off there horse here and there for years. Always trying to get back into fitness and get my body to a level I would be happy with. The small inclination of reps vs weight sounds like a game changer. I'll be subscribing for sure! Keep up the great work man! Ps love the jab at skill specs 😂
This is outstanding dude! Great results! Thanks for sharing your fitness journey so far! Very transparent and honest as well. We're looking forward to see what comes next for you. Keep it up! :) Also, good luck on the marathon! It is an amazing, difficult, and extremely rewarding experience!
I recently started to watch body building content and there you are, one of my favorite content creators releasing this... I'm hitting the gym on tomorrow, thanks for inspiration!
You aint serious or you wouldnt wait til tomorrow and would have went right then and there! This like the addict that says theyll quit tomorrow, or one last high.
Dude this is amazing, I got some things out of this and after watching your channel for a couple years now, just gives me more motivation to be healthier than I had before
Barely coming across this and being a fan of the channel since your beginning this is great to see giving rs players some good tips and motivation it’s not healthy sitting at a computer for 4-7 hours a day and not getting any kind of activity I’m glad you never gave up and keep pushing Alex as I will as well 💪🏻
Hell yeah! Started myself in 2021! The mental health part is the most noticeable. You know you're doing well when you also want others to do well without being pushy or rude
I’ve been watching your rs content for years. It’s so awesome to see you more as a person as I have come to love your personality through your voice alone.
This is brilliant. Dr.Mike (Renaissance Periodization) is a huge font of knowledge as well and expands on a lot of the topics you've covered re how to train and intensity etc
Why can’t you like videos twice?! Well done dude. Very inspirational, educational and wholesome. Sorry to hear about your dad, good luck with the marathon! ❤
I really liked when you started talking about changing diet slowly. Im not neccesarily unhappy with my body, my natural muscle is pretty solid, but I wouldnt mind losing 10 lbs or so. I've recently started doing just that, where i started eating slightly better alternatives, whole wheat tortillas, olive oil ranch, real butter with a good ingredients list and I felt like it wasnt really enough but like you've shown me that yeah im doing something right and that feels so good. Thank you for that. Im not losing weight quickly or anything, but I've noticed a slight down trend. Im not in a rush, Im just wanting to get it done and this helped me a lot.
So important. Those who decide they're suddenly going to change everything and start eating everything healthy are always certain to quit and go back to their old ways. Start off slow and keep making small changes. Experiment with foods and find a form of exercise you enjoy the most. Best of luck
Very inspiring video Torvesta, wishing the absolute best for your families health. I would also like to give this advice to people who are a bit overweight, it can be hard at first but just replacing all soda and other sugary drinks with water will go a long way, the amount of people who drink all their calories without realizing it is crazy.
Go get to that finish line Torvesta, we are all rooting for you!! I can relate so close to this...I am 5.9 and 140lbs. and can not gain weight or muscle naturally but as you said, I don't trust the fitness industry. This is great knowledge and motivational information for success that I will definitely be following!
So happy for you Alex, you're a great guy I want to encourage everyone, stayed consistent, stay disciplined in whatever you do in life and good things will eventually come. It's like a good runescape grind but in real life
Holy shit dude, this was an awesome video, I really appreciate you making it. This is honestly a big motivation, maybe THE motivation I needed to get back out there. I love hiking and exercising and haven't really done it in years since I've been obsessed with work. It's freakin' awesome to see a fellow nerd get to where I'd love to be. Awesome job man I'm so stoked for you, and this video WILL inspire others. All the best
GL ON YOUR JOURNEY TO KEEPING FIT AND PRAYERS FOR YOUR DAD..GREAT VID AND LOVED THAT U SHOWED US THIS! MUCH LOVE FROM YA BOY MR.VIRAL! FROM SAGINAW MICHIGAN 989! 4/29/24
Bruh love this. Good for you ❤️ agree with every thing you recommended. I think maybe I'd say for beginners, an upper/lower split is good. Upper, lower, rest, upper, lower, rest, rest. But yeah awesome. Happy to see more gamers taking physical and mental health seriously, especially the whole foods etc.
As someone who suffers with Asthma and is currently going through the gym process to improve my breathing this really touched me. Such an inspiration - wish you all the best.
Legend in-game, legend IRL. I've been slacking my diet/exercise for many years now but you've motivated me to get back to it, thanks for the great content as always
Recently this month I've decided to stick to the grind which is way longer than the once every other month i was doing before. I'm already seeing results and am motivated to keep it going, I still need to work on my diet to maximize the gains, and this video keeps that fire lit under me to go all in. WHOS GONNA CARRY THE LOGS?
Very inspirational good job! Currently on a similar mission, from being a scarily skinny guy with big problems to someone who is starting to feel great.
Wow Alex. When I first started watching this video, I thought you got hacked or something. But as I continued to watch, I was left speechless with the amount of honesty and forthrightness you put forth. It was very vulnerable, and I applaud you for being so genuine and brave, sorry to hear about your father. My dad got cancer, diseases suck. Thank you for trying to help so many people, I think my few criticisms would be to go into a bit more detail like you did with some of your shots, for exanple explain a bit as to why someone would 'train till failure' and what that would look like to a complete gym nooblet. Explain that they should probably rest a bit between sets, especially when they're just starting. I like the bicep curls exanple you did a lot, very through and well documented with video, looking forward to future videos on your new channel further detailing your diet, myprotein explanations and exercise tutorials.
Thank you and sorry to hear about your Father also. The trouble was, there was soooo much to include. This was just a brief guide. If I went into every detail it'd be hours long. I'll share all the tips and info along the way on the 2nd channel
@@TorvestaRS Fair enough lad. Basically all of your videos have been bangers, so I'm more than excited to be on the ride. Thanks for responding, and keep up the great work
Amazing video, great tips. I've been in the gym for the last 5 years and built muscle but have not been training hard. The last few months I really pushed myself.. 1st set to warm up and get blood flowing, 2nd set to make me struggle, 3rd set to make me fail. I've seen massive strength gains, and I feel phenomenal as result. looking forward to seeing the new channel and what you produce to inspire!
@@TorvestaRS Amen to that brother! I'd love to see a mix of content on your new channel from cooking/diet/mealprep, as well as specific routines you do for each type of workout. A buddy of mine was thinking of getting into resistance training and I thought "It'd be great to link him a set of videos each detailing a full P/P/L routine with tips and tricks on where to focus".
Awesome video man, I just started on my gym journey. I was kind of the opposite of you. I've always been a runner and just did push ups, pulls ups, and sit ups as a work out. I liked it, kept me cut and lean. Now I'm going to the gym, lifting weights and gaining muscle. I met you at Twitchcon 2017 and you've made huge difference. I'll keep on my workouts and maybe Runescape can be the fittest gamers soon.
Torv, this video came in at the right moment for me. I'm about to be 30 next month and ever since I was 15 I have been struggling with keeping discipline, I got a month or two and then I stop for a couple of years. This week I came back and I feel different this time, my mind seems to be in another place this time around. I have a feeling I will actually be able to keep it up this time. When I look at you I feel very much identified, you give me this feeling that you are the friend I never had that walks a similar path to mine. In another universe we are best friends man. Cheers brother, I'm excited for your fitness content.
awesome video, and very excited about the new channel! I've been in a bit of a rut for a couple days now, so i definitely needed this and appreciate the motivation so much, as a gym goer for nearly 15 years now i can say so much great advice was given thank, you again!
I want to thank you. I have been thinking about returning to the gym for the same reasons you described and i think this video pushed me to finally go forward with it. good looks Torv
Great video amigo! Great post for on 4/20 and lets hope it eill change someones life! I quit weed and started going to the gym instead. Now i just feel so much healthier, stronger and disciplined. Keep it going Alex!
omg first let me say awesome video, and second i lost my dad bout a year ago in 2 weeks and he wasn't able to speak the last 4 months. Just wanted to give the advice of saying everything off your chest when you can and time will go fast no matter what, with that being sad been a huge fan since day 1 [on a diff account rn] but wishing you the best entirely brother and very inspiring
Really good video for people wanting to get into their health/gym/exercise journey. Sure you could argue about some things you said not being the most 100% optimal but for people starting out it doesn't need to be. Just realistic good information that people can actually use. Keep up the journey and keep up inspiring people.
Alex you are spot on, on literally everything in this video. Every single piece of advice you've given is solid, sound and worth listening to and that's coming from someone that has lost over 110lbs and been in the gym consistently for about 7 years as well, alongside studying to become a dietitian. I've enjoyed your videos for many years now, but this is one, if not the best one thus far. Many of us are in our 20s and 30s, which is exactky when taking care of your health starts becoming important to prevent all kinds of ailments later on in life and this video is an amazing motivator to anyone doubting whether to start or not. THIS is the positive masculinity the world needs more of. Well done man, I'm genuinely proud of you. ❤
Can't lie man. I've started going to the gym and i'm really motivated. But somehow listening to u talk about it made me feel something in my chest to be even more motivated and keep on that motivation. I don't really like commenting but i do wanna say, i'm glad i clicked on this vid even if its not runescape. Lets go through the journey together
Been underweight my whole life, then at 20 was struck with surprise health problems, became extremely sedentary and eventually became severely underweight. I was 23 under 100lbs. My weight is much healthier now though my health issues aren't exactly gone, but man being sedentary for years wrecked my body. I mean my muscles became so weak I couldn't even do one solid pull up, when at 19 y/o I could clear fifteen granted I didn't weigh much. Now I follow Hybrid Calisthenics (great channel) routine and it has helped a lot, but I've been so inconsistent. Torvesta, I found this video super inspirational and did my routine right after watching it, lol. I need to think deeply about my reasons for improving and become consistent. I just started ordering factor meals last week so hopefully a better diet will help me keep pushing. I want my 99 str cape irl
Let's go dude! Hyped for you Torvesta, super grounded practical advice. I found for me just going to the gym for myself to be boring af so I stopped for a couple of years and didn't play too many other sports due to where I was living. Some friends convinced me to try crossfit 3 years ago and I'm still doing it to this day. I absolutely love it and have started getting involved in some comps. I always encourage people who find working out to be boring, uneventful, etc to try class work outs whether its pilates, crossfit, orange theory, etc. The community you build there makes you want to continually go and I love that they have the workout already planned out for you. I could talk for hours about how everything you said is spot and gas you up further how motivating it is to hear. Just good job bro keep at it and hyped for you!!
My only critique from personal observations is try to be self motivated and don't rely on a workout partner too much. I've seen and talked to plenty people who take really long breaks or completely quit because their workout partner got busy and couldn't make it to gym. The most consistent are usually those with self motivation who can workout alone or those with many partners, almost a small group. Everything else is spot on. We all started from somewhere. DAY ONE> one day. Love to see it. DO NOT LET A DOCTOR SEND YOU TO THE GYM. Go now if you can! Personally I need to start cutting soon but I'm worried that I loose some gains but it is a must so lets see how that goes hah. PS. Gratz on 99 str =D
mad props man, love to see this. extremely helpful stuff. i feel like body dysmorphia in men isnt talked about enough, it really feels like its never enough eh. GL to you and everyone on their journey to self improvement
Watched this at the gym. It's amazing to see how far you have come. I am looking forward to seeing all the progress ahead. Good luck on the marathon, I've just started doing a lot of cardio myself. Because I'd like to run one myself in the future.
Im absolutely a quitter. Ive seen this video a few times and it gives me a spurt of inspiration but I still end up quitting. I dont know why but I want to try and make a goal. Idk what it would be. I just know I need someone to hold me accountable. Torvesta you are a legend. Thank you
It doesn’t have to be a specific goal. I’d think of a deep motivation. For example; being fit and healthy for your kid and family. For me like I mentioned, I don’t want to live life with regrets. And I know if I didn’t push my body I’d live with regrets. So much to achieve. Dig deep, what’s your reason for wanting to better yourself. Best of luck
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I made a brand new channel. Subscribe pls ruclips.net/channel/UConwKg0nS3KTGtHEKkvQZCw
hairs stil chopped
Super excited to follow your journey!
Ayo you can use a sander/buffer aight then
Subbed, not really into this sort of thing but I am into you motivating people on this video to do better.
gift me 200m pls
I've been waiting for this one, 99 str completed
hair chopped
99? it's 200M Exp
max strength wouldnt be anything else other than the strongest person in the world, that being said, himself and most people arent anywhere near that,
Shesh way to make it a positive
Legend
Something special about Runescape players… We can take on any grind, IRL or in the game. Truly inspirational man, thanks for uploading this.
I love this take
Give your kid some attention brodie
@@brandonnazelrodt2819 Your brain is very similar to his child's brain.
What a rose tinted take. Lmfao. I wish I were still this naive.
@@MrTehkaiser What is naive about this? You are just telling everyone you have a limited mindset. Do they even give humans a working brain nowadays?
still managed to get a jab at skill specs in there, love it
skill specs screaming into his pillow rn 🤣
Can’t be a torvesta video with out it 😂
LMFAO
😂😂😂😂💀💀
Just wait for skillie to go on his gym arc and becomes bigger than we can imagine
I’ve been consuming fitness and workout content for years, ever since I got into the gym.
This is unironically one of the absolute best videos in terms of practical advice for beginners overall. I mean it. There’s a lot of wisdom in here and I respect you a lot for being so down to earth and spreading well informed advice.
Thank you, glad it helped
gz on 99 str
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Gl on lvl 120😮🎉
My man sauced to the gills
That’s like lvl 70 Str tbh, 99 Str would be bigger. Torvesta said it himself he isn’t satisfied he wants 99 Str
We just watched the start of a channel shift from rs to fitness. Mark my words
Crazy to think the RUclipsr I’ve followed for 15+ years just gave the most down to earth, realest gym advice I’ve seen to date. Genuinely relatable and ultimately consistently making small changes to form habits is key but none more so that actually having the mindset for change. Respect
Good for you, man. Its a really impressive transformation, and I think the touching on things like body dysmorphia is really important. A lot of people dont even realize they have it, and mentioning just how different someone can look in different lighting or on a highlight reel like social media is so insanely beneficial for people to hear. Especially considering this is something (especially from guys) that is rarely talked about.
Body dysmorphia is no joke and as you’ve shown can go in both directions.
This is an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your journey.
This has been a really helpful video for me at the moment. Lost a lot of weight just before covid because of cycling for work but that's all crept back on because of working from home. Getting into the gym at the moment and excited to see the content on the new channel!
remember to female gaze not male gaze
Definitely natural and you look absolutely brilliant bro. Well done!
You've always been a favorite of mine, but now more than ever!
You're an inspiration and much more!
Thank you for being so honest about everything, and saying the things that a lot of fitness oriented people leave out!
Appreciate it! Glad I can help
Massive respect on your journey, you're an inspiration man
Thank you
This is wonderful, congratulations sir. I’m sorry to hear about your dad’s condition, you’re helping massively by raising money so props to you for focussing on positive action!
Thank you ❤
This is huge. I been working out in and off for 10 years now. But haven’t worked out in 2 years. This has motivated me to start again, no joke. I’ve always liked your style of doing things, and this is just the next best thing. Thank you and gl us. ❤️💪🏼
Muscle memory is a real thing. You'll get it back gl
Proud of you Torvesta! As someone who just broke 30, I one hundred percent have the same feeling of living life to the fullest and taking care of myself is so important! You look great, gains are insane! Go crush that marathon!
I quit alcohol, tobacco, and a ton of bad habits over 3 years ago!
I have watched your vids for nearly a decade and honestly you have inspired me so much with this one. I'm on the opposite side of the scale, on a journey to lose 100 lbs. Thanks for making this video, it was very motivating!
Thank you for supporting so long. You got this, go get it.
Very inspirational im gonna get jacked because of u
Lets see it.
Where tf are your vids
HE LIVES!! 😮
I read that as get jacked off because of him lmao
Bro I cannot wait to see ripped ditter. You got this champ!
I started dieting and gyming in November. Unlike the recommendations to go slow and make gradual changes, I threw myself in the deep end by going 6 days a week and completely switching up my diet from total junk every day to learning how to cook and eating clean no matter what. Things were going great until last month when my gym was forced to close for renovations for a week, followed by myself getting (man) flu which put me out of action for another 2 weeks. I know deep down I've only been making excuses but it's been really tough for me getting back into routine and I've definitely slipped back into old habits. To try keep it short, I just wanted to say thank you. This video is the sign I needed that I've taken advantage of this break long enough and it's time to get back on the grind. Best of luck with your future goals and I'm looking forward to seeing what you post on your other channel!
Like I said. When shit gets tough, take it easy. For example your gym shut. Even if you did 2 home workouts a week with bodyweight or homemade weights even for 20-30 mins. Cut back when things get tough, the best thing you can do is stay consistent and don’t take big breaks. Keep it going. Thanks a lot
@@TorvestaRS You're absolutely right. I'm definitely going to get a home routine going for the days where I don't feel 100%. Hearing this encouragement from you means a lot, I really appreciate it.
Love it torv, best of luck for the marathon!
Ty boss
Ive always been doing OSRS and gym combo. Its a bit less xp ingame but more irl xp overall. KEEP IT UP AMAZING VID❤
as a 25yo with asthma since forever really, thank you for this, huge respect.
also sick gains we all mirin💪🏽
I've been lifting pretty seriously for about 8 years so I 100% know how much time and effort it took to get what you have accomplished. This is by far the best fitness motivational and informative video I've ever seen from a non-lifting channel. You've earned a ton of respect from me for being so real with everyone and have definitely earned my sub on your new channel. Can't wait to see what you have in store, keep it up bro!
Appreciate that a lot
B0aty with the £1000 donation. What a guy.
And much respect, Torvesta. Keep up the great work man. Been watching your videos forever.
1K donation won’t effect him. Million pound contact on kick
@@castlewarstiny6675 Still a solid guy for showing his support. B0aty has donated a lot of money towards many different things.
@@castlewarstiny6675 He still shows his support by donating to the cause. Also B0aty has donated a lot of money to different charities. There's a video about it if you're interested
@@castlewarstiny6675 its a nice gesture. has nothing to do with the amount.
@@castlewarstiny6675So you’re saying you’d deny $1m from Jeff bezos, since it’d be nothing to him? You’re an actual buffoon.
GOAT!!! I struggled with body dysmorphia really badly and pushed myself to the point of constant injury because I wasn’t resting. I gave up and gained a lot of weight. I’m ready to get back on the grind! Shout out for your approach to this video and recommending warming up and healthy approaches. Legend and god speed to your dad
Hard work paying off. Watched your videos for years but is great to see the personal progress throughout the years. Keep grinding 👊
Congrats dude, I’ve gone through a similar body transformation in the last 3 years; it feels good to be comfortable with how you look.
As a piece of advice to others, I took up climbing in inside gyms. I would really recommend this. Go there, climb, meet people - they’re insanely friendly - and just enjoy the sport; the fitness will come.
I genuinely think a lot of people would find it a more relaxed, perhaps less likely to become physique-obsessed alternative to going to a regular gym.
Climbing is definitely something I’d try
Sending a great message my man, congrats on your journey so far
ive started my gym journey about 3 months ago, i was sick of being the skinny kid. i started to lose motivation. this video right here is what gave me my motivation again, thank you so much for this video. to see your journey over 7 years all natural made me feel better as i refuse to do any enhancing drugs including caffeine, seeing how big other people were in the gym really made it difficult for me to motivate myself. you are awesome torvesta thank you!
I've been watching your vids since 2017, it's obvious that I've been waiting for this one for a long time
Legend thank you!
tbh i started whatching this video with regret of what could be coming, but after the developing of the video, you running a full marathon, your dad problems, damn... its completly blowed my mind, and even inspired me to have a healthier life.. youre far away from beign just another youtuber, youre inspiration for many people, youre big torvesta. Just keep it up, ur father will be all right with no time! such a nice video!
from runescape to in-shape.
Hey torv, I was in a really horrible headspace today after some bad medical news yesterday. This video inspired me not to give up, and understand it will be a long slow process, but I WILL heal. Thank you for sharing your journey, huge inspiration
Good to hear. Stay strong ❤
That slick jab at skillspecs in the video had me rolling LMFAO.
The vid finally came out and it’s when I’m one month into my own journey. Very inspirational and motivating to see your consistency and progress and education about it all. Thank you for the extra fuel to my fire!!!!!
Good to hear, keep it going I believe
Refreshing to see an amazing but realistic transformation. Great job man, and the Skill Specs pic made me snort my chicken wing lmao
Such a real person, grew up watching you and I’m beyond impressed!
Thank you my brethren!
Amazing physique.
Been watching your videos since 2017. Amazing to be able to enjoy your journey. I hope you keep up the grind!
Love from Germany!
I don't really partake in RuneScape content anymore but I'm glad I saw this video. Thank you! It motivated me and I want to get back into exercising and having a routine. Congratulations on hitting your goal and never giving up
Amazing to hear. Thank you
Wow bro! What a motivation you are. I started skinny too and I'm about 1 year into my journey now. Appreciate this to help me keep going!
Edit: Started at 6'0", 138lbs. Now about 160lbs.
Best of luck, keep it going
@@TorvestaRS
Niceeee, i started at 60kg…. Im also 1,85m. Right now im 66 after and in really want to get to 70. Once you get going its amazing, the beginning was for sure the hardesr.
Love how real this is. Congrats on the marathon dude. Big love bro!!
Nah theres noway you done skillspecs dirty like that,
Congratz on the transformation, got me motivated to finally start the gym
Respect for sticking to the journey, respect for wanting to lift up more brothers with you along the way, respect for the new channel, marathon and the charity bro. Good example of a person that deserves success, doing all the right things with the platform/position you're in, respect
Absolute madlad. Good work. People need to hear this stuff. BIG UP.
Thank you
Inspiring stuff, brother! ♥️ Looking great!
I've watched you for years and God damn, that was so motivating. I have fallen off there horse here and there for years. Always trying to get back into fitness and get my body to a level I would be happy with. The small inclination of reps vs weight sounds like a game changer. I'll be subscribing for sure! Keep up the great work man!
Ps love the jab at skill specs 😂
Love to hear. Yeah, definitely try it out. I've done it for years & years.
Hahah had to be done
Proud of you bro 👊👊
This is outstanding dude! Great results! Thanks for sharing your fitness journey so far! Very transparent and honest as well. We're looking forward to see what comes next for you. Keep it up! :)
Also, good luck on the marathon! It is an amazing, difficult, and extremely rewarding experience!
I recently started to watch body building content and there you are, one of my favorite content creators releasing this... I'm hitting the gym on tomorrow, thanks for inspiration!
Get to it my friend! Nothing can stop you!
Best of luck on the journey
You aint serious or you wouldnt wait til tomorrow and would have went right then and there! This like the addict that says theyll quit tomorrow, or one last high.
Started the Gym 3 weeks ago, already starting to feel better about myself. Good work bro 👍
Sick, keep it going. Thank you
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Sick dude, I don't have time to watch the video right now since I'm at a bar, but I love this for you my man ❤
Thank you
finally got around to watching this through, fair play mate, glad to see you're in a good place
Torvesta really went ahead and got 99 strength irl
Dude this is amazing, I got some things out of this and after watching your channel for a couple years now, just gives me more motivation to be healthier than I had before
Nice, good to hear!
Are you on any strength potions 👀
Of course
Barely coming across this and being a fan of the channel since your beginning this is great to see giving rs players some good tips and motivation it’s not healthy sitting at a computer for 4-7 hours a day and not getting any kind of activity I’m glad you never gave up and keep pushing Alex as I will as well 💪🏻
Hell yeah! Started myself in 2021! The mental health part is the most noticeable. You know you're doing well when you also want others to do well without being pushy or rude
Really well put together video, especially considering how different it is to your normal content!
Thank you
I’ve been watching your rs content for years. It’s so awesome to see you more as a person as I have come to love your personality through your voice alone.
This is brilliant. Dr.Mike (Renaissance Periodization) is a huge font of knowledge as well and expands on a lot of the topics you've covered re how to train and intensity etc
Why can’t you like videos twice?!
Well done dude. Very inspirational, educational and wholesome.
Sorry to hear about your dad, good luck with the marathon! ❤
I really liked when you started talking about changing diet slowly. Im not neccesarily unhappy with my body, my natural muscle is pretty solid, but I wouldnt mind losing 10 lbs or so. I've recently started doing just that, where i started eating slightly better alternatives, whole wheat tortillas, olive oil ranch, real butter with a good ingredients list and I felt like it wasnt really enough but like you've shown me that yeah im doing something right and that feels so good. Thank you for that. Im not losing weight quickly or anything, but I've noticed a slight down trend. Im not in a rush, Im just wanting to get it done and this helped me a lot.
So important. Those who decide they're suddenly going to change everything and start eating everything healthy are always certain to quit and go back to their old ways. Start off slow and keep making small changes. Experiment with foods and find a form of exercise you enjoy the most. Best of luck
congratulations dude, the grind paid off. its truely inspirational to see what you've achieved.
Very inspiring video Torvesta, wishing the absolute best for your families health.
I would also like to give this advice to people who are a bit overweight, it can be hard at first but just replacing all soda and other sugary drinks with water will go a long way, the amount of people who drink all their calories without realizing it is crazy.
Go get to that finish line Torvesta, we are all rooting for you!!
I can relate so close to this...I am 5.9 and 140lbs. and can not gain weight or muscle naturally but as you said, I don't trust the fitness industry.
This is great knowledge and motivational information for success that I will definitely be following!
So happy for you Alex, you're a great guy
I want to encourage everyone, stayed consistent, stay disciplined in whatever you do in life and good things will eventually come. It's like a good runescape grind but in real life
Holy shit dude, this was an awesome video, I really appreciate you making it.
This is honestly a big motivation, maybe THE motivation I needed to get back out there.
I love hiking and exercising and haven't really done it in years since I've been obsessed with work.
It's freakin' awesome to see a fellow nerd get to where I'd love to be.
Awesome job man I'm so stoked for you, and this video WILL inspire others.
All the best
So inspirational! Hes like Goggins and jocko combined!
Thanks for uploading this man. There’s some really good info for anyone looking to start on a fitness journey, big props for sharing yours.
Thank you!
GL ON YOUR JOURNEY TO KEEPING FIT AND PRAYERS FOR YOUR DAD..GREAT VID AND LOVED THAT U SHOWED US THIS! MUCH LOVE FROM YA BOY MR.VIRAL! FROM SAGINAW MICHIGAN 989! 4/29/24
Tyvm ❤
Bruh love this.
Good for you ❤️ agree with every thing you recommended.
I think maybe I'd say for beginners, an upper/lower split is good. Upper, lower, rest, upper, lower, rest, rest.
But yeah awesome. Happy to see more gamers taking physical and mental health seriously, especially the whole foods etc.
As someone who suffers with Asthma and is currently going through the gym process to improve my breathing this really touched me.
Such an inspiration - wish you all the best.
Legend in-game, legend IRL. I've been slacking my diet/exercise for many years now but you've motivated me to get back to it, thanks for the great content as always
Recently this month I've decided to stick to the grind which is way longer than the once every other month i was doing before. I'm already seeing results and am motivated to keep it going, I still need to work on my diet to maximize the gains, and this video keeps that fire lit under me to go all in. WHOS GONNA CARRY THE LOGS?
Very inspirational good job! Currently on a similar mission, from being a scarily skinny guy with big problems to someone who is starting to feel great.
Fair play bigman well done for staying natty, You're looking good & congratulations on the marathon!
Thank you very much
Bro this is so inspiring. I would love to see more irl content from you bro, fantastic job.
Wow Alex. When I first started watching this video, I thought you got hacked or something. But as I continued to watch, I was left speechless with the amount of honesty and forthrightness you put forth. It was very vulnerable, and I applaud you for being so genuine and brave, sorry to hear about your father. My dad got cancer, diseases suck. Thank you for trying to help so many people, I think my few criticisms would be to go into a bit more detail like you did with some of your shots, for exanple explain a bit as to why someone would 'train till failure' and what that would look like to a complete gym nooblet. Explain that they should probably rest a bit between sets, especially when they're just starting. I like the bicep curls exanple you did a lot, very through and well documented with video, looking forward to future videos on your new channel further detailing your diet, myprotein explanations and exercise tutorials.
Thank you and sorry to hear about your Father also.
The trouble was, there was soooo much to include. This was just a brief guide. If I went into every detail it'd be hours long. I'll share all the tips and info along the way on the 2nd channel
@@TorvestaRS Fair enough lad. Basically all of your videos have been bangers, so I'm more than excited to be on the ride. Thanks for responding, and keep up the great work
Amazing video, great tips. I've been in the gym for the last 5 years and built muscle but have not been training hard. The last few months I really pushed myself..
1st set to warm up and get blood flowing, 2nd set to make me struggle, 3rd set to make me fail. I've seen massive strength gains, and I feel phenomenal as result.
looking forward to seeing the new channel and what you produce to inspire!
You're in the gym for the same length of time training hard or not so you may aswell train hard. Keep it up and ty!
@@TorvestaRS Amen to that brother!
I'd love to see a mix of content on your new channel from cooking/diet/mealprep, as well as specific routines you do for each type of workout.
A buddy of mine was thinking of getting into resistance training and I thought "It'd be great to link him a set of videos each detailing a full P/P/L routine with tips and tricks on where to focus".
Awesome video man, I just started on my gym journey. I was kind of the opposite of you. I've always been a runner and just did push ups, pulls ups, and sit ups as a work out. I liked it, kept me cut and lean. Now I'm going to the gym, lifting weights and gaining muscle. I met you at Twitchcon 2017 and you've made huge difference. I'll keep on my workouts and maybe Runescape can be the fittest gamers soon.
What a BEAST!! Gratz on the IRL 99 STR!!! @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@
Bro Torvesta.... You look like a good mix between Tom Holland and Jamie Bell. Congratz on the gains brother!
Torv, this video came in at the right moment for me. I'm about to be 30 next month and ever since I was 15 I have been struggling with keeping discipline, I got a month or two and then I stop for a couple of years. This week I came back and I feel different this time, my mind seems to be in another place this time around. I have a feeling I will actually be able to keep it up this time. When I look at you I feel very much identified, you give me this feeling that you are the friend I never had that walks a similar path to mine. In another universe we are best friends man. Cheers brother, I'm excited for your fitness content.
awesome video, and very excited about the new channel! I've been in a bit of a rut for a couple days now, so i definitely needed this and appreciate the motivation so much, as a gym goer for nearly 15 years now i can say so much great advice was given thank, you again!
I want to thank you. I have been thinking about returning to the gym for the same reasons you described and i think this video pushed me to finally go forward with it. good looks Torv
Wow, this is really inspirational. I think I'm gonna get back into working out... Thanks, Torvesta
Great video amigo! Great post for on 4/20 and lets hope it eill change someones life!
I quit weed and started going to the gym instead. Now i just feel so much healthier, stronger and disciplined.
Keep it going Alex!
omg first let me say awesome video, and second i lost my dad bout a year ago in 2 weeks and he wasn't able to speak the last 4 months. Just wanted to give the advice of saying everything off your chest when you can and time will go fast no matter what, with that being sad been a huge fan since day 1 [on a diff account rn] but wishing you the best entirely brother and very inspiring
Really good video for people wanting to get into their health/gym/exercise journey. Sure you could argue about some things you said not being the most 100% optimal but for people starting out it doesn't need to be. Just realistic good information that people can actually use. Keep up the journey and keep up inspiring people.
Yeah, at the start I think it's about finding out what you enjoy doing and master exercises. Then you can worry about optimally building muscle. Tyty
no way you drop this banger while im in the middle of my journey back at weight training! GZ BRO
Alex you are spot on, on literally everything in this video. Every single piece of advice you've given is solid, sound and worth listening to and that's coming from someone that has lost over 110lbs and been in the gym consistently for about 7 years as well, alongside studying to become a dietitian. I've enjoyed your videos for many years now, but this is one, if not the best one thus far. Many of us are in our 20s and 30s, which is exactky when taking care of your health starts becoming important to prevent all kinds of ailments later on in life and this video is an amazing motivator to anyone doubting whether to start or not. THIS is the positive masculinity the world needs more of. Well done man, I'm genuinely proud of you. ❤
Thank you very much
Brilliant stuff man. The marathon is a great achievement too. Well done
Can't lie man. I've started going to the gym and i'm really motivated. But somehow listening to u talk about it made me feel something in my chest to be even more motivated and keep on that motivation. I don't really like commenting but i do wanna say, i'm glad i clicked on this vid even if its not runescape. Lets go through the journey together
Love it, ty!
Been underweight my whole life, then at 20 was struck with surprise health problems, became extremely sedentary and eventually became severely underweight. I was 23 under 100lbs. My weight is much healthier now though my health issues aren't exactly gone, but man being sedentary for years wrecked my body. I mean my muscles became so weak I couldn't even do one solid pull up, when at 19 y/o I could clear fifteen granted I didn't weigh much.
Now I follow Hybrid Calisthenics (great channel) routine and it has helped a lot, but I've been so inconsistent. Torvesta, I found this video super inspirational and did my routine right after watching it, lol. I need to think deeply about my reasons for improving and become consistent. I just started ordering factor meals last week so hopefully a better diet will help me keep pushing. I want my 99 str cape irl
Let's go dude! Hyped for you Torvesta, super grounded practical advice. I found for me just going to the gym for myself to be boring af so I stopped for a couple of years and didn't play too many other sports due to where I was living. Some friends convinced me to try crossfit 3 years ago and I'm still doing it to this day. I absolutely love it and have started getting involved in some comps. I always encourage people who find working out to be boring, uneventful, etc to try class work outs whether its pilates, crossfit, orange theory, etc. The community you build there makes you want to continually go and I love that they have the workout already planned out for you. I could talk for hours about how everything you said is spot and gas you up further how motivating it is to hear. Just good job bro keep at it and hyped for you!!
Great to hear you found something you enjoy, keep it up and thanks!
My only critique from personal observations is try to be self motivated and don't rely on a workout partner too much. I've seen and talked to plenty people who take really long breaks or completely quit because their workout partner got busy and couldn't make it to gym. The most consistent are usually those with self motivation who can workout alone or those with many partners, almost a small group.
Everything else is spot on. We all started from somewhere. DAY ONE> one day.
Love to see it.
DO NOT LET A DOCTOR SEND YOU TO THE GYM. Go now if you can!
Personally I need to start cutting soon but I'm worried that I loose some gains but it is a must so lets see how that goes hah.
PS. Gratz on 99 str =D
Really good point
mad props man, love to see this. extremely helpful stuff. i feel like body dysmorphia in men isnt talked about enough, it really feels like its never enough eh. GL to you and everyone on their journey to self improvement
Watched this at the gym. It's amazing to see how far you have come. I am looking forward to seeing all the progress ahead. Good luck on the marathon, I've just started doing a lot of cardio myself. Because I'd like to run one myself in the future.
Im absolutely a quitter. Ive seen this video a few times and it gives me a spurt of inspiration but I still end up quitting. I dont know why but I want to try and make a goal. Idk what it would be. I just know I need someone to hold me accountable.
Torvesta you are a legend. Thank you
It doesn’t have to be a specific goal. I’d think of a deep motivation. For example; being fit and healthy for your kid and family. For me like I mentioned, I don’t want to live life with regrets. And I know if I didn’t push my body I’d live with regrets. So much to achieve. Dig deep, what’s your reason for wanting to better yourself. Best of luck
Bro, you made the vid i needed, i am mot happy with my body for a while now. I looked some things up and im gonna start tonight, thanks for this❤
Started last Saterday after i saw you vid, lost 3 kg last week, thanks brother❤
Brooo I’m so dead with the skill specs pic and the commentary as it came up. Fucking gold.