Flex Wheeler on His Leg Amputation, Self-Doubt, & Inspiring Others

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  • Опубликовано: 21 янв 2025

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  • @ahdam82
    @ahdam82 3 года назад +77

    I love how Flex is man enough to show his emotions!

    • @accradata
      @accradata 3 года назад +2

      He has certainly come a long way. Had a lot of growing up to do back in his competitive days.

    • @jamiedavis1153
      @jamiedavis1153 3 года назад

      @@accradata 😍🏵qdh🔴

    • @bunnymanmoe8819
      @bunnymanmoe8819 3 года назад +2

      Stop being a Cream Puff

    • @thomasjust2663
      @thomasjust2663 3 года назад

      Another cupcake!!!

  • @chaisso
    @chaisso 3 года назад +76

    Most emotional, real, interview ever! God bless Flex. Stay strong brother.

  • @fl3x101
    @fl3x101 3 года назад +1

    Man this fucking video was emotional as fuck. I cried every time flex cried. What the fuck. The message is clear, be grateful for what u got .

  • @chrisbroomheadcoaching
    @chrisbroomheadcoaching 3 года назад +33

    This is absolutely heartbreaking. It gad me it tears so many times. I’ve always been a huge fan of flex’s physique, but this made me a true fan of him as a person
    It’s one of the most honest and moving interviews I’ve ever seen ❤️

  • @btamboli
    @btamboli 3 года назад +1

    Flex Wheeler... This man is truly a legend.... And I think this interview just saved my life.... Thanks DJ... Thanks flex. Bless

  • @mattmuscle8249
    @mattmuscle8249 3 года назад +31

    THIS INTERVIEW WAS SO HARDCORE IT SHOCK ME SO DEEP INSIDE ALL I CAN SAY IS WOW👍

    • @DennisTheMenaceJames
      @DennisTheMenaceJames 3 года назад +4

      Trying to keep it real for you guys

    • @renatosingh9865
      @renatosingh9865 3 года назад

      Intense, and motivating

    • @lndestr1234
      @lndestr1234 3 года назад

      @@DennisTheMenaceJames not as real as boston loyid or leo longevity

  • @YoRocko123
    @YoRocko123 3 года назад +27

    Wow dennis this is one of the best episodes of any podcast in any genre in the history of podcasts and probably interviews. Excellent job both of you this is truly amazing and should end with billions of views... I hope the whole world sees this

  • @mememetal666
    @mememetal666 3 года назад +24

    This man needs to make a movie about his life. Great interview!

  • @shaynec666
    @shaynec666 3 года назад +30

    One word......WOW 😳
    What a crazy life experience Flex has lived and his still standing
    Massive respect 🙏

  • @ypmm53
    @ypmm53 3 года назад +7

    I’m not even done watching this and I can say is is one of the best interviews ever and the best one with Flex. Nonetheless, I don’t know how anyone can give this a thumbs down. Must be some serious haters of DJ and/or Flex. Smh!!
    Great interview!!!

  • @stefandominitzki
    @stefandominitzki 3 года назад +2

    Wow, what an Interview. Had tears in my eyes sometimes. I am 55 years old. I have been 2 times very close to dying. Have no teeth anymore and this and that. But i tell you something: You get used to it. Today i feel totaly fine. Enjoy every day. To be alive is always better than not to. ALWAYS. No matter what. Because there is absolutly nothing after that. I can tell you because i've experienced it.

  • @randyschaar7843
    @randyschaar7843 3 года назад +12

    This is the best Podcast I've ever watched. Flex you are amazingly inspirational

  • @tankhank7511
    @tankhank7511 3 года назад +17

    Daaayyummmmm KILLIN' it Dennis! First Yates, then Flex - don't get no better. Thanks dude!

  • @talleytaylor1747
    @talleytaylor1747 3 года назад +6

    90’s bodybuilders.... a great era and great conversation!

  • @konradg7196
    @konradg7196 3 года назад +5

    Life is brutal... I felt his pain and cried.

    • @auralplex
      @auralplex 3 года назад +1

      Me too.

    • @ShawnJonesHellion
      @ShawnJonesHellion 3 года назад

      They tell me life is what you think it is. Which gets weird when I think I have heart pain then it wasn't hurting but it starts.

  • @JovicaMarjanovic
    @JovicaMarjanovic 3 года назад +2

    When someone is this honest as Flex is in this interview, you can only imagine how big of a heart, and soul he has.
    Dennis, fantastic interview, and how you controlled your own emotions, because it must have been more then hard.
    Best regards from Copenhagen, Denmark

  • @beafabulousyou
    @beafabulousyou 2 года назад

    Before this interview I have never heard of Flex Wheeler and I'm glad I had the opportunity today. I watched every single minute of this video and I never keep still this long. What a very impressive man. All that he has been through and continues to go through, he is remarkable. He displays so much courage and to share his story was fearless. I live in the Bay Area not far from Stanford and I pray he gets there soon. I'm confident Stanford specialist with take great care of him. I will pray that they will be able to get him to a level of minimal pain. Hats off to Flex for sharing his story, it was told with so much detail and intensity I felt as if I was there. And your correct this is a story the World should hear. Continue to allow your smile to be your umbrella. (excuse any typos is 3 a.m.) Lol

  • @mikemailei4491
    @mikemailei4491 3 года назад +3

    I love this interview. Flex sharing that he struggles with low self-esteem his whole life is so relatable to me. Where he said he looked in mirror and all he sees is his faults really hit me. Thanks for sharing your story Flex your a real Champ in my book after all you been through in life and your still pushing along.

  • @pittiplatsch5976
    @pittiplatsch5976 3 года назад +30

    Holy shit. This was an intense Interview. Crazy to think about your Prime and here you are telling us you felt like a loser or something. Hoping you get help in LA soon. there has to be a way. Greetings from Germany and please stay strong.

    • @stephx9759
      @stephx9759 3 года назад

      Yeah i never expected this from Flex, wow...

    • @Mazzlepazzle
      @Mazzlepazzle 3 года назад

      He's a true champ.

  • @thomasplaumann8918
    @thomasplaumann8918 3 года назад +3

    Such a heartfelt interview. It moved me and made me realize how lucky I am to be healthy. And Dennis i enjoy your Podcast and Interview Style . The best podcast in 2021

  • @tyronesimon3742
    @tyronesimon3742 3 года назад +2

    I never knew all this happened until recently, but I've been watching Flexe's workout motivation videos for the past couple months since I discovered him. One of the biggest dudes the game have ever seen. I even heard Ronnie Coleman say Flex had the better body of the two. I've never seen a person go through so much and still stand tall regardless of a missing leg. This brother is a real life Superman. Salute to Flex and Dennis as well, he did an Excellent job with the interview, you can tell he's a true friend.

    • @Mazzlepazzle
      @Mazzlepazzle 3 года назад

      Yeah but he looked a lot better without all the synthol which he used later in his career.

  • @hedjamfouad1094
    @hedjamfouad1094 3 года назад +2

    It takes a real man to confess facts like this... We still love u Flex🥰🥰👏👏

  • @user-ki1vd3ti8j
    @user-ki1vd3ti8j 3 года назад +1

    What an emotional story. Hard not for anyone to tear up.

  • @DavidSmith-tu1nd
    @DavidSmith-tu1nd 3 года назад

    Dennis you are a true friend being there for Flex. I'm 48 yrs old and I remember Flex Wheeler back in the early 90's. Flex Wheeler you keep fighting, you're inspiring everyone. I pray for your pain to be gone and for your recovery.

  • @mohamedmyers-elatawy9152
    @mohamedmyers-elatawy9152 3 года назад +6

    Love you Flex you touch a lots of people heart as a big worrier never give up keep fighting champ💪🙏

  • @jaysmith75
    @jaysmith75 3 года назад +2

    Thank you flex for letting us in on your personal life. Kings recognize kings and that is exactly what you are! You have no idea the inspiration you have on people young and old. You will always be remembered as a great body builder and even a greater man!

  • @BobbyBBrown-fg2oe
    @BobbyBBrown-fg2oe 3 года назад +6

    Flex I love you man God-bless you iron speechless

    • @BobbyBBrown-fg2oe
      @BobbyBBrown-fg2oe 3 года назад

      The most high bless you my brother Flex I want to share something with you the loss of your physical leg and why you're still feeling pain they cut off your physical leg but your spiritual leg is still there they can't cut that off Who You Are we can't see because your physical body Covington but your spiritual body is underneath your physical body the most high has more work for you to do stay strong in the Lord shalom

  • @curtismodeer4859
    @curtismodeer4859 3 года назад +1

    Thanks 100% Dennis James for your interview of Flex Wheeler, Flex was and still is my favorite bodybuilder, and you and my top 5 bodybuilders. Very inspiring to see and here.

  • @anthonybelfiore7312
    @anthonybelfiore7312 3 года назад

    Can’t get enough of your podcasts Dennis..Flex may have had the best physique of all time ..you guys were the real deal..miss those days

  • @houstondante777
    @houstondante777 3 года назад +1

    Great interview 👍 I loved this) I'm a big fan of KEN FLEX WHELLER 💪 I got teary eyed when flex got emotional.

  • @ypmm53
    @ypmm53 3 года назад

    I’ve always been a fan of and loved Flex Wheeler as a bodybuilder. Today, I even love him more as a man and human being.
    Wow!
    I’ve seen many interviews with Flex. This was the best. There is a reason that he has face death many times and is still standing. Nonetheless, I hope he gets all the medical help and assistance that he needs. I want to wish Flex Wheeler the very best in peace, love, happiness and mostly in health.
    Thank you for sharing your raw emotions and this interview with us.
    Thank you for all the inspiration in the past.
    Bless you brother!!

  • @yujiroosman9440
    @yujiroosman9440 3 года назад +3

    Two legends! Thanks Dennis for bringing us Flex to your podcast.

  • @josephmora1126
    @josephmora1126 3 года назад +5

    Heroes get remembered but legends never die! Great episode from 2 legends 👏

  • @LWalsh0
    @LWalsh0 3 года назад

    This is the man that shows the truth of having the addiction of and the rise and fall of being the best to the worst…. All for what?
    .you want to know what I love about this man? Not like many with his muscles in his career. It’s his honesty and how we are all human. We are all humbled in the end.
    GOD BLESS THIS MAN for speaking TRUTH.

  • @RonBaezclassic
    @RonBaezclassic 3 года назад +2

    This is just an amazing Interview, shows how much love flex has for Dennis to be this raw and show us his street side

  • @dafiro03
    @dafiro03 3 года назад +4

    God bless man. You’re inspiring every person with a heart and emotions. Best of luck in the next few years

  • @loveindianfood4405
    @loveindianfood4405 4 месяца назад

    I cherish the friendship I had with Flex. He was the first person I connected with when I arrived in the USA in 1991 from India. Although we lost touch after that, I look back fondly on our friendship and the memories we shared.

  • @davidbriata3284
    @davidbriata3284 3 года назад +1

    Wow Flex Wheeler has been through incredible agony and hell and is still struggling! Devastating story but total respect an admiration for his positive attitude and determination to keep going and to help others!

  • @CameronEarlyMusic
    @CameronEarlyMusic Год назад

    This was a heavy one dam. Much love Flex and Dennis

  • @ioannuca
    @ioannuca 3 года назад +1

    Man this was intense. Great interview Dennis! What a warrior Flex is! It's hard to get in all he's gone through! Hold on and be strong as you are Champ!

  • @mohamedmyers-elatawy9152
    @mohamedmyers-elatawy9152 3 года назад +3

    God bless you both.I know that you are a big worrier Flex you will never be forgotten. So much respect 🙏

  • @RickBisch
    @RickBisch 3 года назад

    Only DJ could do this type of honest interview. Dennis is the realest voice in bodybuilding

  • @Pablo-sr2zx
    @Pablo-sr2zx 3 года назад +2

    Great podcast with 2 of the best in bodybuilding

  • @Who_You
    @Who_You 3 года назад +1

    Wow. This was fricken amazing viewing. Gripping!! Flex went thru hell. Best interview ever. Flex was an open book.

  • @ShreddedGains
    @ShreddedGains 3 года назад +5

    This was a great listen, thank you Dennis and Flex!

    • @DennisTheMenaceJames
      @DennisTheMenaceJames 3 года назад

      Glad you liked it, thank you

    • @joyacree5062
      @joyacree5062 3 года назад

      This truly was a great interview of two great legends of my fav era of bodybuilding!!!

  • @Ace-vy3ps
    @Ace-vy3ps 3 года назад

    Damn man, best damn interview I've ever listened too. You see these guys in the magazines, but you just don't know them, behind all those pictures are real people with real lives. We'll done Dennis and thank you Flex, lifelong fan, with a new found respect. True warrior.

  • @borgullet3376
    @borgullet3376 3 года назад

    Flex and The Menace - Two of The Best to Ever Do It.

  • @theroadtoamillion
    @theroadtoamillion 3 года назад

    Wow! So much respect for Flex. I actually met Dennis and Flex when they came to Australia. Crazy to think this was the story before I met them both. So grateful to have met you both and we got a photo together, You both are great men. Thank you.

  • @julius6028
    @julius6028 2 года назад

    I grow up wanting to be Flex Wheeler. I thought we had similar physics. This breaks my heart and I cried through out this video. This man was/is my idol. Keep the faith Flex. YOU ARE THE MAN

  • @lukeo5454
    @lukeo5454 3 года назад

    Flex you are an absolute inspiration man. I used to read and follow you in the old flex magazines I still have in my closet. I had no idea. You really reminded me how much I take for granted. I will try to remind myself of your toughness whenever I run into any adversity in the future. You are an absolute role model of how strong mentally and physically a human can be. I wish you and your family the best in the future.

  • @kyleriley6027
    @kyleriley6027 3 года назад

    this show should have so many more views, Dennis James is such a great character in the bodybuilding world but also just a great host for any type of show IMO. Two class acts and a big part of my teenage years reading the magazines and thinking what monsters they both were, Dennis is the off season was mind boggling, and Flex dam near year round was a site to be seen. Great show as always The Menace, it's shocking you still don't look a day over 32-35 you have found the fountain of youth brotha!

  • @arthurclover5990
    @arthurclover5990 3 года назад +13

    Love this INTERVIEW, Flex with his honestly about drugs can help alot of boys out there, they wanna get buff without doing some research and get some good knowledge about drugs,pills and supplement before chasing the dragon. Respect to Flex doing what he got to do to provide for his Family.

    • @DennisTheMenaceJames
      @DennisTheMenaceJames 3 года назад +1

      Thank you

    • @Al-oh9yr
      @Al-oh9yr 3 года назад

      Where did flex talk about steroids here. Timestamp please??

    • @Al-oh9yr
      @Al-oh9yr 3 года назад

      He never openly talks about roids

  • @CSOne_
    @CSOne_ 2 года назад

    Flexs’ story is incredible. I can’t believe all this guy has endured.
    My Goodness.

  • @Jerm-the_worm
    @Jerm-the_worm 2 года назад +1

    Flex, one of the best bodybuilders of all time !

  • @martynbeaumont1100
    @martynbeaumont1100 3 года назад +1

    Amazing interview. Flex has been through so much. Its incredible.

  • @jhop43
    @jhop43 3 года назад

    These interviews are something really special, nailed another one! :)

  • @davidschneider7468
    @davidschneider7468 2 года назад

    Thanks Dennis, this was an incredible interview

  • @gregoryadams723
    @gregoryadams723 3 года назад +28

    He looks not a day over 30. Respect

    • @DennisTheMenaceJames
      @DennisTheMenaceJames 3 года назад +12

      Yes he still looks unbelievable for 56

    • @sisy1420
      @sisy1420 3 года назад +6

      @@DennisTheMenaceJames Dennis, you look not older than 40, too. I think you did much right and with brain in terms of PED's back then in your Bodybuilding days.

    • @PrinceH7144
      @PrinceH7144 3 года назад

      @@DennisTheMenaceJames hes 56?

    • @Mazzlepazzle
      @Mazzlepazzle 3 года назад

      They are certainly better agers than Ronald.

  • @youssefhassan6705
    @youssefhassan6705 3 года назад +2

    You are the strongest brother, you are an inspiration to us all

  • @lwlegrande
    @lwlegrande 3 года назад

    Flex your determination through all the adversity is truly inspiring. Keep driving on brother.

  • @Arnold_27
    @Arnold_27 3 года назад +2

    Good job DJ.
    We all love you and flex.

  • @bluemagic5829
    @bluemagic5829 Год назад

    Flex Wheeler is the GOAT. A true inspiration for all, regardless of whether you're into bodybuilding or not.

  • @davidbriata3284
    @davidbriata3284 3 года назад

    Very moving, touching conversation and intense story. Really feel for Flex, wish him all the good in the world.

  • @mhgreaper8152
    @mhgreaper8152 3 года назад +1

    Wow what a interview 🥲🥲 keep strong FLEX blessing all the way from 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

  • @karsoborn9991
    @karsoborn9991 3 года назад +2

    Awesome podcast thank You Dennis

  • @JK-jp5ne
    @JK-jp5ne 3 года назад

    Man i love Flex. Theres like no reason for thumbs down... I dont unterstand the world if somebody watched that 2 hours and then Disliked.

  • @P8052090
    @P8052090 3 года назад

    I just finished speechless God bless you flex I’ve been a fan for over 30 years
    You are more than a true men you are THE inspiration.

  • @mahoganymarco9199
    @mahoganymarco9199 3 года назад

    Always my favourite, i am very happy that he's better now and we can listen him, the voice, the advices..
    Go flex!

  • @user-rm8xo8nc1c
    @user-rm8xo8nc1c 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for a great Podcast guys... All the best Flex..

  • @Sly_Hernandez8
    @Sly_Hernandez8 2 года назад

    Going through what you think are your last moments is such a profound/powerful experience. Such a scary and lonely one as well. And no matter how long since the experience(s) have passed. When you reflect on it that shit hits deep. You will cry like a baby.

  • @auralplex
    @auralplex 3 года назад

    Flex, brother, may God bless you and keep you healthy for your family and fans. You are incredibly intelligent, a factor which plagues some of us into depression and self-doubt. You have defied many odds, and as cliche it may sound, you inspire us now more than ever before. Wish you nothing but health & happiness. Stay safe man... we love you.

  • @vincevera7340
    @vincevera7340 3 года назад

    I have a whole new level of respect for Flex. This is a real man right here. 🙏🏼

  • @rogerboyd8312
    @rogerboyd8312 2 года назад +1

    Flex comes across as a very genuine person. Admitting you are an insecure individual takes guts. Good for you Flex.

  • @riversavage5608
    @riversavage5608 3 года назад +8

    I like Flex a lot better now. I am glad Rico is a Christian and was a good influence on him.

  • @marioultimateart90
    @marioultimateart90 3 года назад +1

    Flex Wheeler is my Favourite Bodybuilder I wish him all the best and I love him as a person stay strong Champ 🏆🥇🏅

  • @michaelmayers6787
    @michaelmayers6787 3 года назад

    My all time favorite bodybuilder Sultan of Symmetry Flex Wheeler 💪 that's a great and honest interview...

  • @glennchua.hianbeng2440
    @glennchua.hianbeng2440 3 года назад +1

    Stay strong Flex, god bless you brother. Greeting from Singapore.

  • @cryptochello2808
    @cryptochello2808 3 года назад +1

    Heartfelt interview

  • @Breakdown2breakthroughcoachte
    @Breakdown2breakthroughcoachte 3 года назад

    Praying for your strength to tolerate that pain. I’m sending healing energy.

  • @shepardman993
    @shepardman993 3 года назад

    I found out I had kidney disease gfl was 36 the nxt day I came off every thing this was a amazing insight thank you my gfl now is 75 Very thankful 🙏🙏

  • @RhetoricalMuse
    @RhetoricalMuse 3 года назад +2

    DJ is becoming the main man......good shit

  • @jt618
    @jt618 3 года назад

    Unbelievable story that's still unfolding. Keeping you in thoughts and prayers, Flex!

  • @benbower8918
    @benbower8918 3 года назад

    To FLEX, you are a true champion. You were forced to deal with a life changing thing and you're going to get the Gold in helping ppl now. I love ur attitude you really still look great obviously only your upper body( I'm kidding bc I know you will smile so SMILE) I have been i don't want to say fan bc i never had a favorite body builder bc there are so many with different perfect parts. Hey Flex, you still hold the same perfection now as u did in your prime bc you are a warrior you fight as hard as you can when you need or want to. You starting a need career right now, your blessed bro. Look to the future of ppl you will inspire and help in a different way, really the same way but different from technical perfection. You owned the body building stage for years now you are reborn into another's life that you will master and own and inspire ppl the same way. You're the fucking man and you are going to make men of thousands of more boys bc they will watch your epic story and they will want to be like you. I mean that you have perfect genetics and have a perfect personality you can teach these guys bc you already did it. You won. Now keep winning bro yo got it your a champion forever in the body building world, congratulations on you successes in that endeavor. Fuck it though how many guys just drop fucking dead after being a champion in that arena. You got a second chance you could have died bro. You have much more to teach and learn in this life. I love this I interview thank you for telling your story. I have so much respect for you and how you hold yourself in this bs situation. Just remember you already did more than most men ever will. Now make men, inspiration is your superpower you are still HUGE !!! You got it !!! Let's go FLEX !! LETS SEE YOUR NEXT CHAPTER !! but obviously get to the New York pro, be a judge. Ppl respect u. I respect you more hearing this interview. You handlr yourself like I would like to handle myself, you inspire me bc you are a fucking legend in the the game of life

  • @smcg1938
    @smcg1938 3 года назад +2

    Flex is the man.

  • @jeffmorabito10
    @jeffmorabito10 3 года назад +2

    Wow! Unbelievable you go Flex! We fight everyday my man! I hope I get a chance to meet you sometime

  • @indigrace6584
    @indigrace6584 3 года назад

    The pain in your voice, telling us about your upbringing....can totally relate, those early experiences form us for life...or until you become aware of how destructive it is...you looked like a thoroughbred in your time...❤️

  • @loho316
    @loho316 3 года назад

    I knew about Flex his medical issues, but to hear them on this interview in such great detail and to that extent, it's crazy to hear what he has been through. It was a fantastic interview, Dennis didn't talk that much, he simply asked the right questions along the way and let Flex do the talking. The interview wasn't forced, it went very natural, great job👍👍👌👌

  • @steanzzz1143
    @steanzzz1143 3 года назад

    Wow what a Worrier ! This was the best interview with Flex I ever seen ! Amazing amazing amazing Dennis You rock sir , what a Legend ! I’m speechless

  • @garrickbaylie3721
    @garrickbaylie3721 3 года назад +1

    My god this interview is life changing.

  • @jpgr8937
    @jpgr8937 3 года назад

    Flex, Kenny - is a MAN. Like, what an amazing example for us many of us to follow. Praise for Ken Wheeler!

  • @nelsonenaccion4x424
    @nelsonenaccion4x424 2 года назад

    Total an LEGEND flex god bless you flex and thanks to every one who make this enterview possible and real

  • @ifbbpronataliacoelho
    @ifbbpronataliacoelho 3 года назад +2

    Nothing but respect! Another great episode #TMP 👏👏

    • @DennisTheMenaceJames
      @DennisTheMenaceJames 3 года назад +1

      Thank you champ. Yours coming up and I can't wait to air it!

  • @ace_gainsventura_flexdetective
    @ace_gainsventura_flexdetective 3 года назад

    This interview was deep, and it goes to show what these guys put their bodies through to achieve those physiques, which leads to the question is it really worth it!! I dont know Flex at all but i could feel this guys pain man, and i hope other young guys listen to him. This interview hit hard.

  • @cj5273
    @cj5273 3 года назад

    What a great interview. I don't even go to the gym but I find the world of bodybuilding so interesting

  • @erikverstrepen3373
    @erikverstrepen3373 3 года назад

    Flex IS the GOAT. Met him, still in awe. Peace and love brother

  • @kevinmccarthy8746
    @kevinmccarthy8746 3 года назад

    Great show, I was really hoping you would try to get back in the gym. Thank god you are back at it. Kevin from sunny Mexico.

  • @davidgrams8368
    @davidgrams8368 3 года назад

    Emotional, powerful and a lesson to all about the power of perseverance!

  • @MrMegatherium
    @MrMegatherium 3 года назад

    Flex , you belong, and you are the greatest bodybuilder of all time. You are the best , period.

  • @30pipeliner
    @30pipeliner 3 года назад +1

    This podcast is right up there with best on the net. Great episode and FYI it was MIKE CHRISTIAN Flex was trying to remember. Lol

  • @topherbradley9165
    @topherbradley9165 3 года назад

    Man when I was a kid I had his posters all over my basement wall behind my bench and he was the reason I started to work out he's such a great person seamed like yesterday