Inside My Home Country, Latvia. Legs With Aivars Smaukstelis - Strength Unknown, Baltics Pt1

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  • Опубликовано: 31 дек 2024

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  • @GImliTheCliffjumper
    @GImliTheCliffjumper 2 года назад +183

    Been looking forward too this series! your taking this youtube channel too the next level here

    • @dbowen22
      @dbowen22 2 года назад +3

      Me to!

    • @MartinsLicis
      @MartinsLicis  2 года назад +14

      Thank you!

    • @jakestanley190
      @jakestanley190 2 года назад +1

      @@dbowen22 yup, me two.

    • @dbowen22
      @dbowen22 2 года назад

      @@jakestanley190 🤫

    • @kdawg7461
      @kdawg7461 6 месяцев назад

      I’m from Pakistan and I had my holiday in Latvia for 2 weeks there is unmatched beauty here ❤

  • @christinetassone3156
    @christinetassone3156 2 года назад +43

    The voice over segue at 2:06 into Aivars saying "This is my stretching" was comedy gold. Right up there with JF saying "Abs is not a thing of power. It just mean you not eat enough" when asked why strongmen don't have abs showing.

    • @petershortland478
      @petershortland478 2 года назад +3

      I quite like Tom's one, Abs don't win comps, bellies do 😆

  • @QwertySmerty
    @QwertySmerty 2 года назад +16

    "Renars was a mysterious man, focused on his work. A serious craftsman of culinary experiences"
    Sick noir voiceover - Max Payne:ish. Goosebumps! 👏

    • @renjka1
      @renjka1 2 года назад +2

      Thank you. Renars

  • @derrickg5612
    @derrickg5612 2 года назад +3

    This is cool man. I have Latvian ancestry and I love seeing things about the motherland.

  • @hockeyfreak896890
    @hockeyfreak896890 2 года назад +18

    Mad respect for Aivars and the people of the Baltic. 💪🏼💪🏼

    • @christinetassone3156
      @christinetassone3156 2 года назад

      Yes but "this is my stretching" was unintentional comedic gold

  • @hobgob321
    @hobgob321 2 года назад +76

    The production on this is so good. Great job Martins + Romark!

  • @bstiles75
    @bstiles75 2 года назад +25

    This is like strongman Anthony Bourdain. I love it. Great production. You guys should talk to some tv networks . This has mass appeal. Great job!

    • @christinetassone3156
      @christinetassone3156 2 года назад +2

      Definitely would watch this. It's so high quality too.

    • @Simon-cr5ff
      @Simon-cr5ff 2 года назад +3

      It's more accessible on RUclips than om tv. Don't need tv production nowadays.

  • @JarettHerder
    @JarettHerder 2 года назад +14

    Every single video from you seems like a well produced, high production value movie. Not sure who does your video formats and edits them but whoever it is, is legit!

    • @MartinsLicis
      @MartinsLicis  2 года назад +16

      That’s all Romark!

    • @JarettHerder
      @JarettHerder 2 года назад +4

      @@MartinsLicis he does truly amazing work. I am so looking forward to all the content!

  • @kp9999a
    @kp9999a 2 года назад +38

    Brilliant content, Mārtiņ! Greetings from a fellow Latvian. It's been a pleasure to follow your journey for a while now. I wish you great success going forward, no doubt you'll smash your goals. On a side note, It's a shame that Latvian media aren't reporting on your achievements... IMHO, more people deserve to know more about your journey and title wins!

    • @bluemonstrosity259
      @bluemonstrosity259 2 года назад

      your country has produced great athletes! I would come here one day

  • @ballhockey495
    @ballhockey495 2 года назад +1

    They gotta be doing this as some kinda show pitch?? Like test see how popular it is and then get a food network or travel network show? This is like anthony bourdain meets strong man and i fkn love it..

  • @brigettekillion7994
    @brigettekillion7994 2 года назад +42

    I love this series. You guys are doing a great job! It's got a little bit of everything - lifting, food, history, culture, people - wonderful to see a different view of the world!

  • @MultiNemsi
    @MultiNemsi 2 года назад +1

    Unarguably the best strongman related series in the past couple of years.

  • @kindredhunter1887
    @kindredhunter1887 2 года назад +11

    It was awesome to see y’all having a good time at your home, and huge love for Aivars, I hope he has a good time at the Shaw Classic

  • @beardedbjorn5520
    @beardedbjorn5520 2 года назад +2

    Aivars is such an underrated Strongman. Such a nice and positive guy. He instantly became one of my favourite Strongmen after I first saw him in a WUS comp.

  • @MollymaukT
    @MollymaukT 2 года назад +31

    my gym here in Germany has the same brand of plates Aivar's has, so seeing you guys warming up with 3 reds on each side while I was over the moon when I squatted with my first red felt even crazier than usual

    • @Yrekaaa
      @Yrekaaa Год назад

      Kind of the same with the leg press, watching them do 5+ reps at my 1 rep max like it was nothing...then adding a big man on top of that for more 9 more is ridiculous

  • @Staniii2360
    @Staniii2360 Год назад

    8:25 Great to see that Martins and his sister gets along so great. He seems like a great uncle. 😉

  • @GiosyPalmeri
    @GiosyPalmeri 2 года назад +8

    Really well produced, and I'm glad you're sharing with all of us the time spent back home. As an Italian who moved to Latvia 5 years ago, I am constantly fascinated by this beautiful country and its people's connection to nature. Looking forward to the next episodes! P.S. Hereford is (by popular opinion) the best butcher in Riga! To the point that even restaurants mark their steaks as "Hereford steaks", as a high quality mark.

  • @J_Digadit
    @J_Digadit 2 года назад +1

    Holy shit man. This reminds me of Anthony Bourdain. I absolutely love the cultural aspect, and getting to know the other strongman. The quality is right there with anything I would watch on netflix.

  • @kizzmitten1
    @kizzmitten1 2 года назад +1

    Really cool. Fun look at culture and adventure. Good writing and photography. Hope Romark is OK

  • @HighMaintenancePS
    @HighMaintenancePS 2 года назад +1

    Oh cool series Dragon! Thanks s geographiles and amateur anthropologists don’t get much information from this part of the world.
    Thanks for the beautiful shots of the countryside, the local cuisine and time spent with your whanau.

  • @graemegourley7616
    @graemegourley7616 2 года назад +1

    Leg press has been done in WSM. Back in the 90s I think it was.

  • @zcddrew
    @zcddrew 2 года назад

    The quality on this is fantastic. If I saw this on tv I wouldn't question it

  • @ianlichty5587
    @ianlichty5587 2 года назад +2

    This series is phenomenal. Netflix needs to see this!

  • @beniciobecka666
    @beniciobecka666 2 года назад +2

    Your best video yet Martins!

  • @MattJungleCat
    @MattJungleCat Год назад

    Has anyone else jusat discovered this AMAZING series and is binge-watching.... apart from ME! Thankyou Martins. I've been a fan of your for a good few years. Recent heralth issues and hospital stay has meant my focus has been off training. Now i'm on the road back this wonderful series is both motivating and calms my mind. Thakyou to both you and Romark. God bless

  • @johnpangan1715
    @johnpangan1715 2 года назад +3

    Awesome stuff! Great production and it’s free! This is network worthy stuff people would pay for.

  • @niubrnuibrniu
    @niubrnuibrniu 2 года назад

    THE NARRATION IS SUPERB. MARTINS IS AN EXCELLENT WRITER AS WELL!

  • @sYnchr0_
    @sYnchr0_ 2 года назад +6

    These are not 'youtube videos' this is a mini-series master class with interesting hosts and amazing camera work. Just wow.

  • @guy.l8147
    @guy.l8147 2 года назад +2

    That's some picnic !! Top chef for the wilderness! Unbelievable. Great video

  • @nicholassmith7048
    @nicholassmith7048 2 года назад

    15:03 FYI Hereford is the species of cow. The name comes from the region in England they originate from.

  • @vanolrich
    @vanolrich 2 года назад +6

    Incredible pairing of history/Strongman/Funny content. Refreshing and nice to watch!

  • @joebendewald6197
    @joebendewald6197 Год назад

    Amazing and informative and simply beautifully done. I was laughing my butt of at the "wrong candy" part

  • @gabrielsbeitinsh6689
    @gabrielsbeitinsh6689 2 года назад +2

    Amazing video!
    I'm proud to be a Latvian!

  • @ace8217
    @ace8217 2 года назад

    Awesome series Dragon. Thanks for sharing, that food and that hike and the culture.. will live on no matter what

  • @N8SAY
    @N8SAY 2 года назад

    Man, those Baltic countries are so gorgeous. Great content.

  • @samirsoni2065
    @samirsoni2065 2 года назад +2

    The voice over video in some parts bringing the poetic effects it look so amazing. Giving the video totally an amazing effect with such a soothing voice. Way to go Martin's!!! Just loved the concept.. Looking forward for more...!!!!💞💞

  • @michaelstewart3315
    @michaelstewart3315 2 года назад +1

    Love love love this series

  • @JAANZHOOD
    @JAANZHOOD 2 года назад +1

    Can't wait for the Estonian episode! Thank you Martins for showing the side of Europe that usually doesn't get a lot of attention. Love seeing my motherland!

  • @jordangreen9710
    @jordangreen9710 2 года назад +1

    Gotta be my favourite strongman on RUclips, beautiful exploration of strength and culture!

  • @yourdriven5365
    @yourdriven5365 2 года назад +1

    Thank you both it’s never a boring video and your home country looks beautiful thank you for sharing
    Hope to see you travel to the Shaw classic 🇦🇺🙏🏻

  • @jeremy_atlas_strong_
    @jeremy_atlas_strong_ 2 года назад +1

    I love everything about this series. I hope to get my channel to this level some day and train like this all over.

  • @stevenmarx6459
    @stevenmarx6459 2 года назад

    This is the best youtube video i have ever watched. Seeing the video makes me want to go to Latvia.

  • @ferenc.lestak
    @ferenc.lestak 2 года назад

    Terrific. I love this Baltic series with all the scenery and visitin legends of the sport. Keep up the good work create more memories and great videos

  • @aserodriguez1425
    @aserodriguez1425 2 года назад

    Gotta say oneof my favorite vids they've ever made. 🔥

  • @Zendvious
    @Zendvious 2 года назад +1

    As someone who was looking forward to travel to the baltics this was a beautifull inspiration and a pleasure to watch, hope your recovery goes well

  • @benbear1813
    @benbear1813 2 года назад

    Awesome video ! Thanks for sharing !! ❤️🔥💪🏽👏🏾👍🏽😎👊🏽💥☄️

  • @michaellee4718
    @michaellee4718 2 года назад +1

    what a beautiful country latvia is, seriously considering going there.

  • @justinmeyer9797
    @justinmeyer9797 2 года назад +78

    I love this series and Martins is my favorite strongman. But the moments where we got to see him be funny and joke around were the best. I feel like the narration might be a little too serious. IMO, Martins should leverage his comedic ability more and then this series will really take off.

    • @bedoubt
      @bedoubt 2 года назад

      i agree. a good mix of narration and London video please :)

    • @alexisstoda3083
      @alexisstoda3083 2 года назад +12

      I liked the seriousness for a change. Really made a feel like tv prodution and his voice is just perfect for narration

    • @patrikboij7560
      @patrikboij7560 2 года назад +7

      I think it's just great! There is enough strongmen around providing us with adolescent antics!

  • @mikeybigfoot1354
    @mikeybigfoot1354 2 года назад +1

    Martin's really sets the tone as the narrator I love these already great idea keep them coming if it's not too much work

  • @Jordanvfahl
    @Jordanvfahl 2 года назад +1

    Absolutely fire content

  • @ronsimard340
    @ronsimard340 2 года назад +1

    Can't wait for the next video

  • @CE-uv7bv
    @CE-uv7bv 2 года назад +10

    This combination of strongman and culture is simply beautiful. Would love to visit Latvia now!

  • @trevorkenny
    @trevorkenny 2 года назад +1

    Romark and Martins out here doing great content. Thanks for shining a light on this stuff. I never would have seen a lot of this stuff.

  • @zdenekgubb
    @zdenekgubb 2 года назад +1

    Easily the best strongman content we get blessed with. Thanks guys! Big fan of you and your crew!

  • @MA-my2wu
    @MA-my2wu 2 года назад

    Really nice wholesome video about Latvia!

  • @MikelisBriedis
    @MikelisBriedis 2 года назад

    This is seriously amazing, loving this! As a Latvian! Paldies!

  • @thebestalmeida
    @thebestalmeida 2 года назад +1

    Don't have any words other than this is dope!

  • @aserodriguez1425
    @aserodriguez1425 2 года назад

    Man I hope we get more of this. For real

  • @selfproclaimednobody4614
    @selfproclaimednobody4614 2 года назад

    This was beautiful man. Thanks for showing us.

  • @jamesburrell677
    @jamesburrell677 2 года назад

    I just can't believe how good these videos are not only is Martins the World's Strongest Man but he makes the best travel videos I have ever seen.

  • @raybergstrom
    @raybergstrom 2 года назад +1

    Romark, you keep getting better and better. This is spectacular!

  • @stevenmehl721
    @stevenmehl721 Год назад

    Great show Martins and Romark!

  • @cabinetdoorknob1311
    @cabinetdoorknob1311 2 года назад

    This series is so good. Please make more

  • @madeleygaz1615
    @madeleygaz1615 2 года назад +1

    Your videos are incredible. I love watching them so much. Good jobs guys 👍

  • @georgehed8928
    @georgehed8928 2 года назад

    feels like a real tv-show for discovery or something quality so nice :)

  • @chitterman
    @chitterman 2 года назад +1

    I have never been this excited for a video. The new format is amazing you remind me so much of Anthony Bourdain, you not only tell us what journey you are on but you take us with

  • @MrTimothyhalliday
    @MrTimothyhalliday 2 года назад

    Mate really enjoyed this video. Thanks for sharing. 👍🏻

  • @bconlon84
    @bconlon84 2 года назад +3

    Loving it. This could easily have been a Netflix documentary series

  • @jjoonjj714
    @jjoonjj714 2 года назад

    Loving the production so much!

  • @pedhrogama1802
    @pedhrogama1802 2 года назад

    Martins!!!!! Love the content man! Good quality strongman shii

  • @user-mu5ny1ks6t
    @user-mu5ny1ks6t 2 года назад

    Definitely enjoying your adventures

  • @jacoburban5736
    @jacoburban5736 2 года назад

    Diggin the vibes here , thanks for the video , god bless brother!

  • @EduardoSanchez-ds1kx
    @EduardoSanchez-ds1kx 2 года назад

    I've been to Latvia in my navy career!! And that place is amazing loved the streets and bars and restaurants and we went during the Latvia festival so yea we drank to the foam. One day ima go back!

  • @Pile_of_carbon
    @Pile_of_carbon 2 года назад

    This series is my favourite travel show by far.

  • @nicolakibble
    @nicolakibble 2 года назад +4

    ❤️ I love this series so much - keep them coming ❤️❤️❤️

  • @Lewi.s
    @Lewi.s 7 месяцев назад

    Best Martins video I've ever watched

  • @Thundertepi
    @Thundertepi 2 года назад +1

    Awesome content Martins

  • @jason11061978
    @jason11061978 2 года назад

    Great video. Glad to see you go home

  • @carlosjoaquim3555
    @carlosjoaquim3555 2 года назад

    Fantastic show!

  • @Alex76Galex
    @Alex76Galex 2 года назад

    One of the best channels ever, this is art.

  • @tresteg77
    @tresteg77 2 года назад +1

    awesome, cheers from across the balitic, in Sweden

  • @briandavid1355
    @briandavid1355 2 года назад +1

    Amazing episode. Your videos are getting better and better. Love you guys.

  • @brockmeade4450
    @brockmeade4450 2 года назад

    Incredible production.

  • @prestonshirley9864
    @prestonshirley9864 2 года назад

    Another GREAT episode!

  • @Bearded360
    @Bearded360 2 года назад

    Great job, guys. Impressive!

  • @maikharing4876
    @maikharing4876 2 года назад

    Great Video! I'm alread hyped for the next one!

  • @michaelmullins1290
    @michaelmullins1290 2 года назад

    Hereford is a type of cow. Like, Black Angus and such. Hope you get strong from the procedure. Nice to see the world as you visit.

  • @donnymcjonny6531
    @donnymcjonny6531 2 года назад +1

    Expected a training vlog but instead got an intimate and riveting showcase. Really excited for this series

  • @anthonyproffitt5341
    @anthonyproffitt5341 2 года назад +1

    Love these videos.

  • @valentinziman2734
    @valentinziman2734 2 года назад

    Beautiful video Martins, I always admired baltic mentality and nature.

  • @AlexanderUrdl1
    @AlexanderUrdl1 2 года назад

    This is so much more than i expected from this series. And Martins is good narrator too. Well done guys

  • @Garyhand999
    @Garyhand999 Год назад

    Love the show keep em coming!

  • @TylerSmithMusic1
    @TylerSmithMusic1 2 года назад +1

    I love your journey man I rewatch old stuff all the time and it’s amazing to see your growth from afar. Thanks for taking us with you. I’ll watch these for years.

  • @nikhileshnatraj331
    @nikhileshnatraj331 2 года назад

    amazing quality and production value, off the charts! needs to be its own show on TV

  • @Tim321-g5x
    @Tim321-g5x 2 года назад

    Happy days guys! Stoked that you’re back on the RUclips’s 👌💪

  • @the_stone_ranger
    @the_stone_ranger 2 года назад

    I love the notion of "just warming up" and having like 300+ pounds on the bar. you and Aivars' warm up is more than 99% of people's max. Truly inspirational. love these videos!

    • @steelermia
      @steelermia Год назад

      their warmup most people can't even think of squatting at all fixed lol

  • @cbomcnasty
    @cbomcnasty 2 года назад +1

    so well done

  • @clivehendy5879
    @clivehendy5879 2 года назад

    A very enjoyable watch.

  • @gabet.200
    @gabet.200 2 года назад

    I cannot express enough on how great this series is y'all are producing. Please keep it going

  • @bigworries5146
    @bigworries5146 2 года назад +1

    Great video Martins, hope recovery is going well, love from Anthony and the girls England UK