Chris is my uncle, my mums brother, I moved to America when I was 8 never really knew him or my grandparents that well, I’ve seen this movie countless times since my uncle accomplished this, I’m 25 now, still haven’t seen him since nor my grandparents who passed away in 2019 both reaching there late 90s this movie always makes me feel close to them and admire all 3 of them wish I had the opportunity to know them better.
Mate out of 55 well trained and prepared guys 7 made it as original pass outs in the end of my troop. most guys are early to mid 20's which is a HUGE advantage to an 18 yr old. Mental maturity is a big advantage in recruit training to be a Bootneck (even tho you might not realise if you meet one over a wet in a pub and hes bollock naked)
Outstanding, well done to Chris Terrill. Here's a 55 year old man who wants to be embedded with the Royal Marines so he earns it by training with them and proving his physical fitness and commitment. No wonder they let him follow them around, even through combat. Just an excellent example of perseverance and dedication.
@@lordshadow3822 I believe it was mentioned he was a competitive triathlete. True, he was in excellent shape for his age but even the Commando Course tested his endurance beyond what he was capable of, and he made it.
In my opinion that honorary green beret for him is more impressive than the regular ones the others are getting. Look at how many fellas half his age dropped out, now imagine those that did pass, redoing the tests and passing at 55... I think it would be only a few.
Did he do the entire 32 weeks ? As much as I'd give him kudos for passing the tests his body at 55 would of broken down at his age. No slur on him just reality. As previously mentioned people drop out and a lot of that is through injury. Hunter troop is rife with injured lads. Anyway well done to this guy for passing the commando tests
He did this in 2007. He's now 71 years of age. I've mates who have lived and worked in the same town since birth, only travel as far as Spain once a year on holiday. Chris will hopefully inspire those that wish they'd done more with their lives.
Great Job Chris!!! I Won My Green Beret in My 20's and Now I'm 59 and a Dissabled Veteran and Retired. So I'm Proud of You as A Journalist and a Son of Veterans Like Me. SFC. D.L. Ryan 7TH SF.GRP. Airborne, Ret . 🇺🇲🇬🇧
this is very inspirational a 55 year old undergoing the toughest training in the world moral of the lesson "there is nothing impossible for the willing"
Bloody hell Chris! Such a massive achievement - a task guys less than half your age failure. You do realise those coming after you on this course will forever be reminded that a bloke of 55 years old, cracked it. Congratulations. You rightly deserve to be very proud of yourself 👏🏻
Chris you have inspired me , I have been hoping to join the Royal Marines for 5 years now I am 15 years old and hope to be joining soon you have motivated me to train harder , 100% respect to you well done :)
Check out Ranulph Fiennes, the explorer. He ran a series of consecutive marathons on 4 continents and reached both poles (at same age, if not older as yourself!) Amazing character. (also RTU'D from the SAS for possesion of explosives...) His book - Mad, Bad and Dangerous to Know
57 here. Work out on the gymnastics rings every day. Pull-ups, push ups, dips, flys, font levers. Ab crunches in “rest” between sets. Concept 2 rowing ergometer, cycling and rock climbing. Never stop!
Total respect to Chris, I am ex-military, it is tough, but what was tougher was trying to hold back the tears when that bloke broke down at the end...His emotions were well deserved, having dislocated fingers, popped shoulder, he battled, he overcame...inspiration to us all...Well done Chris.
Every time I watch videos of Orlando Rogers it blows my mind to think he was only 21, he has the maturity of someone well beyond their 30s. He’d of had an impressive career in the RM. RIP Sir.
Near enough every Royal Marine officer is like this, extremely highly trained and professional. My old troop commander was very inspirational to me during my training almost 30 years ago. I believe he is a Brigadier now.
I agree Jay.......Orlando Rogers will be a role model for any young bloke to high achievement at a young age. Shocking loss and clearly an inspiring character.
Respect from 2nd LT Mincin, C Co 1/109th PA Guard USA. Now THAT is what I call spirit and it just goes to show, if you've got it in you, you can do it.
From a former British Army soldier that passed P Company , maximum respect to Chris. He would have made a great naval officer with his lead from the front attitude !!
A Absolute inspiration to all of us Generation X's that are faced with the reality of being in our 50's!! Thank You so much for such a inspirational, motivating documentary. Life is not over as I hit 55 in 2 weeks..Cheers
I'm 53. Run 5 miles regularly. Very fit twenty years ago (athletic level) and honestly I could not pass this course today or 20 years ago. I could BS and say I could, but I lived in Devon and I know where these guys train and no way could I do it. I always liked the air force anyways lol. Well done. Absolute respect. I wake up and groan at 53........legend to be able to pass.
at 45.15 when Chris is putting on his Green Beret, the young marine on the left is Marine Georgie Sparks who would be killed the following November in Afghanistan along with another marine from this course Marine Tony Evans. Both died of wounds received from an RPG attack. Georgie was 19 and Tony 20.
Brilliant and inspiring, as a 58 year old in training to run a half marathon with a weighted ruck this was a real tonic. I have a couple of friends who became marines, I am in awe of them and their achievement
Watched this 12 years ago and watched it today 12 years later. Still emotional and still impressive. Thank you to all servicemen for your service to the nation.
Wow this guy Chris is high speed low drag! Man you have my upmost respect great job. You can show the world that just because you are over 40 does not mean you can't do these obstacles, very proud of you!
Thanks for posting. I actually purchased both the book and the DVD. My hat is off to the Royal Marines and their hard, no nonsense training. Glad to be on the same side!!
So proud of you pal. I served for 12 1/2 years. Proudest moment was putting that beret on for the first time knowing you have earned the right wear it true. Well earned.
Hats of to ya Chris... you are awesome... from Mechanicsville, Va.. yes a Yank and.....Being a Yank as you Brits would say.... I have not been impressed.. but EXTREMELY IMPRESSED with you chaps (Brit term)... you guys are absolutely awesome.. you take the fight to the enemy and win... LOVE IT... KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK...
This was fantastic! Thx for posting. I'm 57.5 years old myself. I wouldn't have been able to do this and I've worked out all my life! Maybe if my knees were good. I have tremendous respect for all these men and for Chris most of all. Thank you to these men for what they do.
Keep in mind he is a multi marathon and triathlon athlete. In screening he finished in the top 2 or so lads out of 50. At his age that is absolutely remarkable. Top props to ya mate... to carry on in the finest traditions of the Royal Marines doing the hard yards... as only they do.... next time I'm in the Old Dart let me buy you pint... or several. Cheers mate and keep your head out of the muck...
wow, i like this video, a cry of success at the finishing part, big up to this strong man. he was determined from the beginning, this gives us a lesson.
Amazing Chris! So well deserved. I know that your family, friends and the other recruits / trainers will be well impressed and proud of you. I had tears in my eyes when you got that coveted green beret. A testimony to your physical fitness and mental strength. Great work!
He honestly is my inspiration, he has taught me however mentally or physically tough something is, as long as you keep pushing you can overcome your piers.
I was gobsmacked by this! (And resisted the temptation to FF to the end to see if he achieved it or not!) This is not just fitness... it's a state of mind. He's demonstrated that Commando fighting spirit.., as well as... "Making girlie noises, messing about on the monkey bars, making excuses" ... 😂... Awesome to see he left all those comments in on the edit too! I'm 58 now and ached just watching it! haha. Hoofin' effort Chris! Congratulations on both your achievement and a great documentary.
The Troop Commanders name was Orlando Rogers not Jones and he had also rowed the Atlantic. What an inspirational character and shows just what an exceptional individual you need to be a Royal Marines officer. Major Mattin is a legend in the corps and I hope you enjoy your retirement SIR.
Good effort. It burnt my lungs and muscles at 18. I certainly couldn't do it in my fifties. It brought back many memories, especially the pain. Well done.
Brilliant , well done Chris ,My Dad was a Bootneck, I was married to a Bootneck and also two son's have earned the honor of the green lid. So to achieve this at the age of 55 yrs as you have, is tremendous .
Wow, just wow, Chris what an incredible super human effort. The mind and body screaming stop every single second but you kept digging in, kept dredging up that fighting spirit to get over the line. Well done old fella. 👍🏻🇬🇧
Chris has one kickass mancave to live in. Love it! As a US Army veteran I really, really like the British Royal Marine Commando way of training in which the recruits aren't hit 100 mph from the beginning. I'd almost call it 'polite' and well mannered. We were terrified of our drill sergeants the first couple of weeks-these British officers and NCO's yell when they have to but they don't seem to use fear; instead positive reinforcement to build each recruit instead of a complete teardown in a mental hurricane. Is this way particular to just the commandos? Being elite troops I feel it's training that doesn't shut down the recruit's mind but rather encourages thinking instead of just following.
@Gazza Boo My first day of boot camp it's called 'shakedown' in which we dumped out our duffle bags with drill sergeants running up and down screaming. I remember seeing recruits crying. Ours definitely used negative reinforcement calling us 'shitheads'. While today it's been toned down the idea was hit them full speed and they'll either sink or swim. The sinkers got separated and in 2 weeks we were marching and doing a drill competition between the platoons in my company. I was impressed how rapidly we pulled together because of the non-stop harassment and pressure. Two different means to an end I guess.
it was tough as hell 25yrs ago for me i could barely make it. But at the age of 55yrs old. His will, mind and body is just not giving up. For those that has gone through the course, knows it is all the will and mind power. it is your daily run and gym workout. i have seen young mates blackout half way. Never give up. Never say no. Chris you make us all very proud. A million cheers to you mate.
Just picked this up. what a bloody hero is this guy. I was in the Royal Navy, 1962-1972, so was well aquainted with the Royal Marines and their very intense training etc., but to see a guy of 55 pass all four tests.......... I took part in the Royal Navy Field Gun Crew in 1971, five months of absolute purgatory, and came through it at 26. On a Rugby Union front I played competitive Rugby until I was 52 which in turn meant five days a week at the lunchtime gym weight sessions, cycling to work every day and extra hill running just to keep up with what the lower league Rugby demanded. What this guy did knocks all that into a blocked hat which I take off to him. you certainly earn that "Green lid" matey.
My fullest respect to you Chris, truly a blinding effort! Welcome to an elite brotherhood "Per Mare Per Terram" :) As you so correctly stated "pain is temporary, a Green Beret is for life" nobody who's ever earn't one will l ever forget or regret doing so. You have every right to be proud of your achievement.
Courage & resilience does not age. I am 33 y/o Kiwi boy & I am applying to join the New Zealand Army infantry. Life teaches you what a book never could.
Outstanding Chris, did well mate. You always were a pain at trying to muck in. Does highlight just how fit our Forces are and their determination, for us.
Chris - just watched this. What makes a man? A "MAN"? Grit, determination, and above all - integrity. I know you are 65 by now - I am 50.... but your effort here takes me back to what I USED to be able to do. The ease of activity. Many people have seen this video - this story. I do hope they can ramp up the commitment ... just farkin do IT. Thank YOU
the Royal Marines had a recruitment stand in my local shopping centre, and I went over for a look. A marine looked at me saying....ermmmm ermmmm Sir, I think you are 30 years too late. Looking at this, I think he was right. I read that special forces often slip men into hospitals as students for medical training. I was in a room with a doctor and some students, and they all left for a few minutes. One however, not too big a man but looked like he was one tough nut remained. I said, you are not a medical student. Which regiment are you from? He didn't say one word but just smiled.
wow amazing Chris congrats you made it. you inspired me I'm 53 yrs old i always said i cannot to that my bones is in pain. but you you never surrender you keep fighting, your determination is so amazing. you motivate me. thank you for sharing this. God bless always
This is a tribute to his family and an incredible acknowledgement of what could have been. He totally rocked it and displayed to his younger peers what might and resolve can produce. Bravo!
you have to admire this man doing this at 55 , i did p company at 22 not this course and i thought that was hard enough . would i try it again at 53 probably yes because im still a bit mad . the world needs more of these sort of people to inspire others to challenge themselves well done .
***** Huh? I think you misunderstand my post. _Guts effort. That guy's immortal._ means "Admirable hard won achievement. That man is very strong." Then again maybe I misunderstand your post?
I'm 14 year U.S. Marine, I've done training twice in my career with the Royal Marines and they are some tough SOB's. I've never had the pleasure of going into combat with them but from the look of some of these youtube videos, of them in Afghanistan and Iraq they fight like they train.
What makes it more awesome, is the fact that this man made an entire documentary about the Commando's, even to the point of going with them to Afghanistan and getting in firefights along with the Commando's, and instead of just filming them from a distance, he actually participated with them!
Surprised they even gave him a chance at that age. What this accomplished is extremely impressive. You have to work twice as hard to get half as much at that age compared to the younger guys, so that speaks volumes to how much he put into it.
Well peter .. If you were watching... Those were commando tests. Emphasis on the word TEST. Just because you have passed your GCSE's does not mean that you will always have to do your GCSE's every year. The tests make sure that you are the right character for the job and gives you a certain mental toughness that only after completed, you could fully understand. I would feel honored to have even a fraction of the emotional achievement that Chris has had or even the men from 924 troop. I hope that when i arrive at the commando training center in Devon sometime this year that I am fortunate enough to complete and endure the same things that these men have.
As an ex royal marine I can safely say I really wouldn't want to do 32 week commando course at 55 years old doing it at 18 was hard enough so hats off to this chap
at 18 your endurance and mental discipline are not at their peak. That said at 55 it is in decline. But I bet the difference between difficulties is not as large as you think assuming he took care of his fitness.
@@Jafmanz your spot on there mate and 80% of what it takes is a certain mind set and being able to adapt quickly in any environment and overcome any obstacle in front of you so a fifty five year old man's mind set should be alot better than an 18 year old rugby playing idiot from the Welsh valley's who thought fuck it I want to be a Royal marine commando
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Chris is my uncle, my mums brother, I moved to America when I was 8 never really knew him or my grandparents that well, I’ve seen this movie countless times since my uncle accomplished this, I’m 25 now, still haven’t seen him since nor my grandparents who passed away in 2019 both reaching there late 90s this movie always makes me feel close to them and admire all 3 of them wish I had the opportunity to know them better.
Reach out to him
He'll be on social media mate. It's never too late to reach out and make contact. Get in touch.
He's on socials, drop him a message. He's one of my fave docu makers and seems a top bloke.
Did it age 24, now aged 50 I have the utmost respect for you Chris.
Hie Robert...
To keep up with men 1/2 his age at this elite level is a massive achievement.This fella has some big balls.
While filming a doco.
He sure does have massive balls, the issue is they're covered in silver pubes.
He filmed commando on the frontline, he followed them through training and out to the battlefield in Afghanistan
@ Jim Hannelly:
Sure! Silver pubes are 'the issue'.
... Whatever helps you feel better about your minging ginge ones
Nah big balls would slow him down. Just normal one's with masses of determination and the right attitude.
What a beast of a man. Not many people at 18 able to do it never mind in your mid 50's. Max respect
Mate out of 55 well trained and prepared guys 7 made it as original pass outs in the end of my troop. most guys are early to mid 20's which is a HUGE advantage to an 18 yr old. Mental maturity is a big advantage in recruit training to be a Bootneck (even tho you might not realise if you meet one over a wet in a pub and hes bollock naked)
LMFAO
You just described our Vernon, from Liverpool
Crazier than a box of Frogs, hes 55 now funnier enough ;)
Outstanding, well done to Chris Terrill. Here's a 55 year old man who wants to be embedded with the Royal Marines so he earns it by training with them and proving his physical fitness and commitment. No wonder they let him follow them around, even through combat. Just an excellent example of perseverance and dedication.
I was wondering how he kept up with them and all. Total respect for him.
Indeed. Well said
@@lordshadow3822 I believe it was mentioned he was a competitive triathlete. True, he was in excellent shape for his age but even the Commando Course tested his endurance beyond what he was capable of, and he made it.
I have no words, total respect!
+Lars The Viking I am the same age as this Gentleman and if I could do half of that I would be amazed. You are right sir. Total Respect.
+Lars The Viking Second that.
+Lars The Viking third that, kudos
Brings back memories. 18 yrs old 1978 got the green lid and later on, then went onto ML in Mtn Artic Warfare Cadre
That man is one beast. I wish only to be like that when I am 55.
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0:15 "..he's old enough to be their father". In Dundee he's easily old enough to be their grandfather.
My dad was a grandfather at 39, my brother was 19 when he had his kid. Could easily be a great grandfather at 55
Mate at 22 ye can be a grandad in Dee, or anywhere else. Bloody slackers nowadays!
Lol you’re correct I used to live there
Well that would be a young grandparent.
Do men live to be 55 in scotland ? - news to the rest of the UK.
Seeing the 55 year old man earn his green beret even if an honorary is one of the most inspirational things I have ever seen.
In my opinion that honorary green beret for him is more impressive than the regular ones the others are getting. Look at how many fellas half his age dropped out, now imagine those that did pass, redoing the tests and passing at 55... I think it would be only a few.
Did he do the entire 32 weeks ? As much as I'd give him kudos for passing the tests his body at 55 would of broken down at his age. No slur on him just reality. As previously mentioned people drop out and a lot of that is through injury. Hunter troop is rife with injured lads. Anyway well done to this guy for passing the commando tests
@@JC-ej1zyi like to think he did do the entire 32 weeks but truthfully i think he just partook in the 4 main tests
@@JC-ej1zy He did the entire course with them. All 32 weeks
He did this in 2007. He's now 71 years of age. I've mates who have lived and worked in the same town since birth, only travel as far as Spain once a year on holiday. Chris will hopefully inspire those that wish they'd done more with their lives.
Wow absolute hero. The commando course is hard even for a fit 18-19 year old but to do it as a 55 year old......simply amazing.
Great Job Chris!!! I Won My Green Beret in My 20's and Now I'm 59 and a Dissabled Veteran and Retired. So I'm Proud of You as A Journalist and a Son of Veterans Like Me. SFC. D.L. Ryan 7TH SF.GRP. Airborne, Ret . 🇺🇲🇬🇧
this is very inspirational a 55 year old undergoing the toughest training in the world moral of the lesson "there is nothing impossible for the willing"
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In awe of this man's perseverance. I did this when I was barely 20 years old, and it is absolutely grueling.
Bloody hell Chris! Such a massive achievement - a task guys less than half your age failure. You do realise those coming after you on this course will forever be reminded that a bloke of 55 years old, cracked it. Congratulations. You rightly deserve to be very proud of yourself 👏🏻
Chris you have inspired me , I have been hoping to join the Royal Marines for 5 years now I am 15 years old and hope to be joining soon you have motivated me to train harder , 100% respect to you well done :)
gl man hoping to join the services myself
Very best wishes to you Adam, you will do well mate. Good luck.
train hard coz when you get their you will wish you trained harder. good luck
fellow Dutch dreamer here mate, hope to join the Dutch Commando's in a couple of years myself. Best of luck!
Dirk Van Hoeij guess I'll drop in here, planning on being a USMC Forward Observer or F-18 Pilot! Good luck to you all!
Greatest respect for you Chris, It was hard at 17, you doing that at 55 is incredible to say the least
I'm 69 and will continue to do my 40 pressups a day after watching that
Inspiring !!!!
Check out Ranulph Fiennes, the explorer.
He ran a series of consecutive marathons on 4 continents and reached both poles (at same age, if not older as yourself!)
Amazing character. (also RTU'D from the SAS for possesion of explosives...)
His book - Mad, Bad and Dangerous to Know
PS. Chris is phenomenal. Big respect
How's it going, Mr Wood? Still going strong? Best wishes.
alan are you pressing thr tea cup ?
57 here.
Work out on the gymnastics rings every day. Pull-ups, push ups, dips, flys, font levers. Ab crunches in “rest” between sets. Concept 2 rowing ergometer, cycling and rock climbing.
Never stop!
Rest in Peace Orlando Rogers . A life taken far too soon .
r.i.p orlando
r.i.p orlando
RIP Orlando Rogers. Never forget!
Rip Orlando Rogers
Who is Orlando Rodgers?
Absolute badasstitude. Keep up the strength ya nutters.
From Australia.
Thanks I I've been to Australia and people are very nice. Respect to your military to! :D
Excellent narration. No hyperbole about 'pushing their blah, blah,' to the limits. Simply a focus and appreciation of human effort and achievement.
Total respect to Chris, I am ex-military, it is tough, but what was tougher was trying to hold back the tears when that bloke broke down at the end...His emotions were well deserved, having dislocated fingers, popped shoulder, he battled, he overcame...inspiration to us all...Well done Chris.
I served in the Australian infantry and it brought a tear to my eye I'm not ashamed to say.A good sincere bloke and well deserved.
Every time I watch videos of Orlando Rogers it blows my mind to think he was only 21, he has the maturity of someone well beyond their 30s. He’d of had an impressive career in the RM. RIP Sir.
He'd left the Corps when he died. But you are right about his maturity and outlook.
Near enough every Royal Marine officer is like this, extremely highly trained and professional. My old troop commander was very inspirational to me during my training almost 30 years ago. I believe he is a Brigadier now.
I agree Jay.......Orlando Rogers will be a role model for any young bloke to high achievement at a young age. Shocking loss and clearly an inspiring character.
Respect from 2nd LT Mincin, C Co 1/109th PA Guard USA. Now THAT is what I call spirit and it just goes to show, if you've got it in you, you can do it.
WOW!!! I did airborne training at 22 and it damn near killed me. Kudos Kris! An unbelievable effort of will.
I am 51 and have spent 25 years in the Australian Army...thinking now that this Army stuff is a young persons game....watching Chris at 55....respect!
From a former British Army soldier that passed P Company , maximum respect to Chris. He would have made a great naval officer with his lead from the front attitude !!
SF too!
@@garryharriman7349 all arms is huge achievement
A Absolute inspiration to all of us Generation X's that are faced with the reality of being in our 50's!! Thank You so much for such a inspirational, motivating documentary. Life is not over as I hit 55 in 2 weeks..Cheers
It certainly isn't !!
I'm 53. Run 5 miles regularly. Very fit twenty years ago (athletic level) and honestly I could not pass this course today or 20 years ago. I could BS and say I could, but I lived in Devon and I know where these guys train and no way could I do it. I always liked the air force anyways lol. Well done. Absolute respect. I wake up and groan at 53........legend to be able to pass.
at 45.15 when Chris is putting on his Green Beret, the young marine on the left is Marine Georgie Sparks who would be killed the following November in Afghanistan along with another marine from this course Marine Tony Evans. Both died of wounds received from an RPG attack. Georgie was 19 and Tony 20.
RIP brothers ❤
@@briangreen842oh so very sad RIP those young souls ❤
Respect to these young men
Brilliant and inspiring, as a 58 year old in training to run a half marathon with a weighted ruck this was a real tonic. I have a couple of friends who became marines, I am in awe of them and their achievement
Total respect doing the Commando Course at 55 years old. I was 17 when I did the All Arms Commando Course as a Royal Engineers Sapper.
Watched this 12 years ago and watched it today 12 years later. Still emotional and still impressive. Thank you to all servicemen for your service to the nation.
Wow this guy Chris is high speed low drag! Man you have my upmost respect great job. You can show the world that just because you are over 40 does not mean you can't do these obstacles, very proud of you!
Thanks for posting. I actually purchased both the book and the DVD. My hat is off to the Royal Marines and their hard, no nonsense training. Glad to be on the same side!!
So proud of you pal. I served for 12 1/2 years. Proudest moment was putting that beret on for the first time knowing you have earned the right wear it true. Well earned.
Hats of to ya Chris... you are awesome... from Mechanicsville, Va.. yes a Yank and.....Being a Yank as you Brits would say.... I have not been impressed.. but EXTREMELY IMPRESSED with you chaps (Brit term)... you guys are absolutely awesome.. you take the fight to the enemy and win... LOVE IT... KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK...
Chris is the toughest SOB I have ever seen Bravo! Cheers! And thank you for all of us in your age group for a job well done!
Very inspiring! I'm as impressed with Chris as I am with the Royal Marines. I'm 49 years old and this puts some fire back in my belly.
This was fantastic! Thx for posting. I'm 57.5 years old myself. I wouldn't have been able to do this and I've worked out all my life! Maybe if my knees were good. I have tremendous respect for all these men and for Chris most of all. Thank you to these men for what they do.
Same here ! My body is full of arthritis, lower back stenosis, you name it!
Try the low carb diet and knees over toes guy rehab for you knees
I did it at 21 yrs old, I am 51 now if I have a go now, I will be shattered apart! well done Chris
It's amazing what you can achieve when you set your mind to it, Chris's determination and courage is absolutely out of this world.
Absolutely inspiring. Well done. Im 57 and can barely walk a mile without getting way out of breath, but he has completely inspired me to get fitter.
the yanks have batman, the Australians have a "Donk" and the brits have Chris Terril. Bloody awesome.
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@Not Convinced is he talking about a car engine? I'm Australian and that's what comes to mind when I hear the word donk.
He did all this to make his father proud, inspiring and heart warming
Keep in mind he is a multi marathon and triathlon athlete. In screening he finished in the top 2 or so lads out of 50. At his age that is absolutely remarkable. Top props to ya mate... to carry on in the finest traditions of the Royal Marines doing the hard yards... as only they do.... next time I'm in the Old Dart let me buy you pint... or several. Cheers mate and keep your head out of the muck...
Definitely not your typical 55 year old man!
wow, i like this video, a cry of success at the finishing part, big up to this strong man. he was determined from the beginning, this gives us a lesson.
Amazing Chris! So well deserved. I know that your family, friends and the other recruits / trainers will be well impressed and proud of you. I had tears in my eyes when you got that coveted green beret. A testimony to your physical fitness and mental strength. Great work!
Salute to this gent right here!
lift my hat off to him well done indeed
He honestly is my inspiration, he has taught me however mentally or physically tough something is, as long as you keep pushing you can overcome your piers.
I was gobsmacked by this! (And resisted the temptation to FF to the end to see if he achieved it or not!)
This is not just fitness... it's a state of mind. He's demonstrated that Commando fighting spirit.., as well as... "Making girlie noises, messing about on the monkey bars, making excuses" ... 😂... Awesome to see he left all those comments in on the edit too! I'm 58 now and ached just watching it! haha.
Hoofin' effort Chris! Congratulations on both your achievement and a great documentary.
Nothing but respect for the British,from an American!
The Troop Commanders name was Orlando Rogers not Jones and he had also rowed the Atlantic. What an inspirational character and shows just what an exceptional individual you need to be a Royal Marines officer. Major Mattin is a legend in the corps and I hope you enjoy your retirement SIR.
RIP
Rest in peace Lt Rogers
Good effort. It burnt my lungs and muscles at 18. I certainly couldn't do it in my fifties. It brought back many memories, especially the pain. Well done.
Earned, not given! Good job.
no excuses to get fit. fair play to chris. inspirational
Brilliant , well done Chris ,My Dad was a Bootneck, I was married to a Bootneck and also two son's have earned the honor of the green lid. So to achieve this at the age of 55 yrs as you have, is tremendous .
Wow, just wow, Chris what an incredible super human effort. The mind and body screaming stop every single second but you kept digging in, kept dredging up that fighting spirit to get over the line. Well done old fella. 👍🏻🇬🇧
Respect. Not just to Chris, but all the Royal Marines.
Chris has one kickass mancave to live in. Love it!
As a US Army veteran I really, really like the British Royal Marine Commando way of training in which the recruits aren't hit 100 mph from the beginning. I'd almost call it 'polite' and well mannered. We were terrified of our drill sergeants the first couple of weeks-these British officers and NCO's yell when they have to but they don't seem to use fear; instead positive reinforcement to build each recruit instead of a complete teardown in a mental hurricane. Is this way particular to just the commandos? Being elite troops I feel it's training that doesn't shut down the recruit's mind but rather encourages thinking instead of just following.
@Gazza Boo My first day of boot camp it's called 'shakedown' in which we dumped out our duffle bags with drill sergeants running up and down screaming. I remember seeing recruits crying. Ours definitely used negative reinforcement calling us 'shitheads'. While today it's been toned down the idea was hit them full speed and they'll either sink or swim. The sinkers got separated and in 2 weeks we were marching and doing a drill competition between the platoons in my company. I was impressed how rapidly we pulled together because of the non-stop harassment and pressure. Two different means to an end I guess.
A Snappy salute and a Great RESPECT!!! Very touching and inspirational. Good Job Chris.
it was tough as hell 25yrs ago for me i could barely make it.
But at the age of 55yrs old. His will, mind and body is just not giving up.
For those that has gone through the course, knows it is all the will and mind power.
it is your daily run and gym workout. i have seen young mates blackout half way.
Never give up. Never say no.
Chris you make us all very proud.
A million cheers to you mate.
I’m surprised he can walk with balls that big.
Absolute legend and the other lads showed their utter respect.
Just picked this up. what a bloody hero is this guy. I was in the Royal Navy, 1962-1972, so was well aquainted with the Royal Marines and their very intense training etc., but to see a guy of 55 pass all four tests.......... I took part in the Royal Navy Field Gun Crew in 1971, five months of absolute purgatory, and came through it at 26. On a Rugby Union front I played competitive Rugby until I was 52 which in turn meant five days a week at the lunchtime gym weight sessions, cycling to work every day and extra hill running just to keep up with what the lower league Rugby demanded. What this guy did knocks all that into a blocked hat which I take off to him. you certainly earn that "Green lid" matey.
My fullest respect to you Chris, truly a blinding effort! Welcome to an elite brotherhood "Per Mare Per Terram" :) As you so correctly stated "pain is temporary, a Green Beret is for life" nobody who's ever earn't one will l ever forget or regret doing so. You have every right to be proud of your achievement.
I am 51 and boy do I feel totally unfit now . What a man !!
What a fantastic and inspirational video.. i enjoyed this from start to finish.. Thanks for the share... Carl
"It's Only Pain"-well done that man.
I just watched your great accomplishment. I was very moved by your determination. You are a Royal Marine in every instance.
Courage & resilience does not age. I am 33 y/o Kiwi boy & I am applying to join the New Zealand Army infantry. Life teaches you what a book never could.
Update?
What an absolute legend, massive admiration & respect to you Chris. Just a marvellous achievement.
Outstanding Chris, did well mate. You always were a pain at trying to muck in. Does highlight just how fit our Forces are and their determination, for us.
Absolutely, tremendous. What an achievement. Lesser men would have fallen, woefully, by the wayside. Bravo. Hats off to you Chris. Inspiring. :)
mad respect to chris, i think the deciation he put into this really shows in the quality and authenticity of the programme.
Chris is a legend and inspirational! 💯❤️
Chris - just watched this. What makes a man? A "MAN"? Grit, determination, and above all - integrity. I know you are 65 by now - I am 50.... but your effort here takes me back to what I USED to be able to do. The ease of activity.
Many people have seen this video - this story. I do hope they can ramp up the commitment ... just farkin do IT.
Thank YOU
Age is just a number well done Chris inspirational work and efforts.
Every time I think I am old and forked I watch this both as inspiration and in despair.
Im American but still I give complete respect for this man! You did amazing 👏
What a great man, and a great video. Really a pleasure to watch.
the Royal Marines had a recruitment stand in my local shopping centre, and I went over for a look. A marine looked at me saying....ermmmm ermmmm Sir, I think you are 30 years too late. Looking at this, I think he was right.
I read that special forces often slip men into hospitals as students for medical training. I was in a room with a doctor and some students, and they all left for a few minutes. One however, not too big a man but looked like he was one tough nut remained. I said, you are not a medical student. Which regiment are you from? He didn't say one word but just smiled.
More than likely THE Regiment.
I taught a few of them- no one knows
wow amazing Chris congrats you made it. you inspired me I'm 53 yrs old i always said i cannot to that my bones is in pain. but you you never surrender you keep fighting, your determination is so amazing. you motivate me. thank you for sharing this. God bless always
This is a tribute to his family and an incredible acknowledgement of what could have been. He totally rocked it and displayed to his younger peers what might and resolve can produce. Bravo!
you have to admire this man doing this at 55 , i did p company at 22 not this course and i thought that was hard enough . would i try it again at 53 probably yes because im still a bit mad . the world needs more of these sort of people to inspire others to challenge themselves well done .
Guts effort. That guy's immortal.
aren't we all.
Bryan Calhoun
Some think so.
*****
Huh?
I think you misunderstand my post.
_Guts effort. That guy's immortal._ means "Admirable hard won achievement. That man is very strong."
Then again maybe I misunderstand your post?
Organ Farm.
Made me emotional watching this. Reminded me of when I went through commando training. PMPT
Well done to Chris; an incredible feat and a thoroughly nice guy as well, it seems!
RIP Orlando.
I'm 14 year U.S. Marine, I've done training twice in my career with the Royal Marines and they are some tough SOB's. I've never had the pleasure of going into combat with them but from the look of some of these youtube videos, of them in Afghanistan and Iraq they fight like they train.
What makes it more awesome, is the fact that this man made an entire documentary about the Commando's, even to the point of going with them to Afghanistan and getting in firefights along with the Commando's, and instead of just filming them from a distance, he actually participated with them!
what ? firing back with his tripod ?
I can't say, i can't anymore after watching this beast. Mad respect.
Surprised they even gave him a chance at that age. What this accomplished is extremely impressive. You have to work twice as hard to get half as much at that age compared to the younger guys, so that speaks volumes to how much he put into it.
RiP Orlando Rogers. Chris was so inspiring for a 55 y/o man to complete the commando training. Well done!
I read his book about his time training with them, excellent read, I couldn't put it down. Well done Chris and the Royal Marines for supporting him.
+Michael Parker Agreed. One of the best books I've ever read
+Michael Parker !!!HE MADE A BOOK!!!
+Michael Parker Yeh whats it called
zone angel Commando Chris Terrill
published in 2008 by Arrow books.
Did you guys know that Orlando Rogers was killed a few years back in a plane crash?
Well peter .. If you were watching... Those were commando tests. Emphasis on the word TEST. Just because you have passed your GCSE's does not mean that you will always have to do your GCSE's every year. The tests make sure that you are the right character for the job and gives you a certain mental toughness that only after completed, you could fully understand. I would feel honored to have even a fraction of the emotional achievement that Chris has had or even the men from 924 troop. I hope that when i arrive at the commando training center in Devon sometime this year that I am fortunate enough to complete and endure the same things that these men have.
How did it go?
@@archerry6457 lol
Incredibly sad to see Orlando Rogers at 22:46, An impressive marine who left this earth far too early. RIP
Respect Chris you are a legend Sir 👌
In awe and inspired at 55 years of age same as you bud 👍🏼
Respect from all of us. This shows determination!
Thank you Chris you would make a great Commando your guts your courage your determination and your strength you have what it takes
As an ex royal marine I can safely say I really wouldn't want to do 32 week commando course at 55 years old doing it at 18 was hard enough so hats off to this chap
at 18 your endurance and mental discipline are not at their peak. That said at 55 it is in decline. But I bet the difference between difficulties is not as large as you think assuming he took care of his fitness.
@@Jafmanz your spot on there mate and 80% of what it takes is a certain mind set and being able to adapt quickly in any environment and overcome any obstacle in front of you so a fifty five year old man's mind set should be alot better than an 18 year old rugby playing idiot from the Welsh valley's who thought fuck it I want to be a Royal marine commando