I've eaten carnivore for 6 years. I eat when I'm hungry. Last week I had a 48 hour fast. This week, I won't eat till I get hungry. Maybe Monday or Tuesday. Thank you for your videos.
I really like this. I'm a 68 year old disabled vet. Denied benefits though VA admits that I am disabled. Right now I have peanut butter, canned mackerel, corned beef, eggs, chunk bacon, beans, rice, half and half, yogurt, sour cream, cheese. Riding my bike to get to work and go to store. Feeling stronger. Big surprise. I finally got a job at dollar store in riding distance. Hope to get some more protein. Jason Fung's work has helped me a lot as well. Dropped #60 in a year. I appreciate your work.
Discipline is the strongest form of self love. It's ignoring something you want right now for something better later on. Discipline reveals the commitment you have to your dreams. -MCR "Stay Strong, Chase Excellence Brothers." - Godspeed
I completely changed my diet six months ago based on nationally recommended guidelines, but it only made my health worse. It wasn’t until I read 'The 23 Former Doctor Truths' that I realized doing the opposite of what the government advises can actually make a difference. No wonder the doctor who wrote it left their career-speaking the truth often challenges the system!
This is taking way too long, and he's making it way too hard. I've stayed lean all year long. 2 years ago I dropped 62 lb, and I've stayed insanely leaned ever since. All you got to do is eat protein, veggies, and fruit. That's it. If you want to have a pizza or a burger, then have one every two weeks, and make it one meal that you splurge on, otherwise just stick to steaks, chicken, salmon and any other meat you like! And if you don't like veggies, which I really don't, I just stick to fruit. I eat like two to three apples a day, on top of berries and other things. I'm never hungry, and I'm literally the leanest I've ever been. Probably about 12% right now
@gman68ful I've only fasted three or four times in the last year and it had nothing to do with being lean, it was more trying to achieve apoptosis and possibly increase my natural growth hormone to help heal. But while I was losing weight, I was fasting more for weight loss, and it 100% worked. I also got my testosterone checked during this year like three or four times, because I was told that I was fasting too much and I could take my test. Oddly enough, my testosterone was at my highest when I was fasting like that. And if you're wondering, I don't do 16/8. I literally eat almost all day. I eat three Square meals with protein being essential, but then I have snacks in between my meals that are protein or fruit. I'm literally never hungry
Me too, lost 100 pounds over 4 years ago and kept it off. No intermittent fasting, low carbs, mostly meats, berries (no other fruit except for. Berries, low sugar fruits) and veggies. Splurge ONE meal every 2 weeks. I’m 15% body fat with little cardio and weights 4X a week.
**Key Takeaways:** ### 1. **Lessons from the SEAL Teams: Eating When Necessary** Jocko Willink reflects on his time in the Navy SEALs, where eating was dictated by operational demands, not optimal schedules. This ingrained a mindset of eating not based on rigid schedules but on practicality and necessity. Whether it was carrying extra weight for multi-day missions or enduring physically demanding dives, food became secondary to performance. This minimalistic approach to caloric intake helped him develop resilience and adaptability, laying the foundation for his current eating habits. Jocko emphasizes that his eating during SEAL operations was strategic, driven by the need to stay light and mobile. In the field, he carried small amounts of food, such as a single meal (like a ham slice) and trail mix, focusing on survival and conserving energy rather than overloading. This "eating when you can" mentality conditioned him to embrace hunger and function optimally while deprived of food. --- ### 2. **Current Eating Habits: Driven by Activity, Not Schedule** Jocko’s modern eating strategy revolves around aligning his meals with his activities for peak performance. For instance: - **Morning Training:** He avoids eating before workouts, having only water to prevent discomfort (e.g., nausea) during intense activities. - **Late Morning/Nutritious Start:** Around 10 AM, he consumes mixed nuts and a protein shake to sustain energy for his midday commitments. - **Post-Jiu-Jitsu Recovery Meal:** After an afternoon Jiu-Jitsu session, he eats a steak, another protein shake, and a big salad-prioritizing nutrient-dense foods that satiate and support recovery. - **Simple Approach:** Jocko stresses that his eating pattern is dictated by digestion and ensuring he’s not weighed down for strenuous activities like rolling in Jiu-Jitsu. The focus isn’t on arbitrary dieting trends but finding what works for his body and routine. --- ### 3. **Fasting as a Tool for Resilience** Jocko is an advocate for fasting. He notes several benefits: - **Cognitive Clarity:** He feels "super" when fasting, emphasizing improved mental performance, physical capability, and calmness. - **Performance Unaffected:** Jocko shares stories of achieving peak performance, such as heavy squats or intense Jiu-Jitsu rolls, even during fasts like a 72-hour one. He attributes this to mental toughness and long-standing adaptation to food scarcity. - **Psychological Strength:** Fasting recalibrates hunger cues and redefines the body's relationship with food. For Jocko, it trains the mind to detach from food dependency and recognize psychological hunger versus physiological need. - **Enhanced Taste Sensitivity:** Fasting resets the taste buds, making simple foods, such as water, carrots, or nuts, taste better, helping eliminate cravings for processed or overly rich foods. Jocko likens fasting to training with a "nutritional weight vest," using the deprivation to condition the body for real-life scenarios when food isn’t available. This adaptability allows him to perform well whether he’s nourished or not. --- ### 4. **"Fractal Eating" vs. Intermittent Fasting** Thomas DeLauer explains a concept that resonates with Jocko's lifestyle: "fractal eating." Unlike rigid intermittent fasting schedules, fractal eating involves being in tune with your body’s needs and eating only when necessary. For Jocko, this approach stems naturally from years of conditioning, making his nutrient timing flexible but purposeful: - He doesn’t eat before demanding activities, ensuring his digestive system is not overburdened. - Meals are structured to optimize fuel for physical recovery and work demands, not dictated by societal norms of eating three fixed meals a day. DeLauer highlights how fasting and fractal eating create an empowered relationship with food, freeing individuals from addiction to constant eating and showing them they can train without immediate refueling, just as Jocko exemplifies. --- ### 5. **Fasting as a Psychological and Evolutionary Tool** Jocko and DeLauer touch on the evolutionary history of human beings thriving in food scarcity. Jocko points out that early humans often went days without food, yet maintained the strength to hunt and survive. They argue that modern humans have become psychologically conditioned to expect food at regular intervals, fostering poor adaptability and "food addiction." By fasting regularly, Jocko suggests that individuals become mentally and physically resilient: - They retrain their bodies to thrive in a "depleted state," teaching the body to conserve muscle and other vital resources during fasts. - They recalibrate their psychological relationship with food, removing dependency and the anxiety that comes with hunger cues, which are often misinterpreted by modern society. --- ### 6. **Strategically Incorporating Food for Optimal Results** Both Jocko and DeLauer discuss the idea that fasting doesn’t negate performance benefits but enhances them, particularly in the right contexts. When used intentionally, fasting creates a "Zen" state, especially around the 36-hour mark. At this point, the body is producing ketones, norepinephrine, and other hormones that heighten energy and focus. For tasks like Jiu-Jitsu or intense energy bursts, this mental clarity is invaluable. Jocko prefers fasting even before major physical challenges like competitions, but he acknowledges the role of glycogen-rich fuel in endurance-based scenarios like marathons. However, he highlights that every individual can train their body to function efficiently in a fasted state, gaining confidence to perform without relying on food as a crutch. --- ### 7. **Practical Tips for Calorie Management** DeLauer introduces the concept of assessing calories over a weekly period instead of daily, offering flexibility: - Instead of stressing about hitting a calorie goal per day, tracking weekly intake enables individuals to account for variations in eating patterns. - This dynamic view accommodates days of overeating or undereating without guilt, further fostering a healthier attitude toward food. Jocko adds that his structured but simple eating habits make it easy to tweak portions and maintain balance. He describes himself as a "boring eater," consuming consistent foods (e.g., protein shakes, steak, nuts, salads) and adjusting portion sizes based on short-term needs. This predictability makes weight adjustment intuitive for him without needing to micro-manage calorie counts. --- ### 8. **Breaking Food Addiction** The duo strongly critiques the pervasive food addiction mindset in modern culture. Jocko and DeLauer stress the need to overcome the psychological dependency on food by: - Fasting to recalibrate the body’s hunger signals. - Breaking away from the “seven meals a day” myth, which fosters over-consumption. - Realizing that hunger is often psychological, not physiological, and can be overridden. Fasting becomes both a physical and mental practice: it detoxifies the body while strengthening resolve and creating gratitude for necessities like water or simple, wholesome meals. --- ### Conclusion: Jocko Willink’s fasting strategy is not just about staying lean-it’s a philosophy of mental toughness, discipline, and adaptability. Influenced by his military conditioning, Jocko views food as fuel rather than comfort, integrating fasting to heighten awareness, recalibrate cravings, and optimize performance. His emphasis on flexibility through "fractal eating" breaks free from rigid structures while fostering a deeper connection to the body’s natural cues. Thomas DeLauer complements this perspective by framing fasting as a tool for long-term health and sustainable calorie management. Together, they advocate for an evolved relationship with food, urging individuals to challenge cultural norms, embrace discomfort, and rediscover human resilience-both physically and psychologically. In the end, Jocko’s approach underscores a timeless principle: success, whether in fitness or life, comes from adapting, persevering, and knowing when to fuel your body-and when to simply let it work.
That was so much like me. Boring refrigerator, fasting without even noticing at times and never lifting after a meal, but always when I'm actually fasting to reset myself. Great video, I enjoyed it.
I"m 67 and have just started weight training and going low carb. I am most certainly NOT an ex Navy Seal lol. I can do a 48 hr. fast with no problem IF I'm in the "zone" psychologically. I think the mental aspect gets overlooked by most studies.
I did a fast once for 4 days.I drank just black coffee and water.Sometimes green tea when I was bored with water and coffee.No sweeteners or creams.I noticed it took me 24hrs to reach ketosis.I felt fine not craving food or sugars the whole time. By day 3 I noticed I was sleeping 4-5 hrs and woke up naturally.I would argue that I could have survived on 3 hours of sleep.It made me realize I was taking in way too much food regularly and as a result my body required more energy to process food and maybe that was the reason I slept 7-8 hrs while I was not fasting.The benefits right away were more energy,better focus,healtier relationship with food, and above all most of my ailments like my knee injury went away or the pain was greatly reduced.
I was homeless for 4 years as a kid and commonly went 3 days at a time without food. I was super underweight and unhealthy. Fast-forward 40 years and I have to struggle with buried emotions to do a 3 day fast. 24 hours is the max I'm comfortable with.
The reason the military does PT before breakfast is that studies were done a while ago that showed pretty conclusively that performance was better on an empty stomach and soldiers were less likely to get sick. That shouldn't really shock anyone. For me, I only eat one meal a day (maybe a protein bar for lunch) for dinner. I don't feel hunger anymore so I don't need to eat anything during the day. I'm also disabled so I can't always work out due to my condition, often for months at a time. But my BMI doesn't change during that time.
I do fast 48-72 hrs a week mostly every week and what they are saying is true. And honestly the performance is way better and man muscle growth and strength go on a different level.
100%. I would only eat one MRE main just before sleep while in the field. And now I train on an empty stomach in the morning, eat something light at noon and then meat and veggies at night. It’s the way to go!
There is a mental aspect to IF. Remember what your first fast was like. Or your first 15. It was mentally harder. At least for me it was. I would stop whatever I was doing and imagine every step from standing to walking to the fridge and getting whatever food I wanted and how tomorrow I would do better. I would do that repeatedly throughout the day.
I did a 40 day fast once, that was over 20 years ago. I've done multiple day fast since then. Before fasting I was just like Jocko's kids, feeling like I was starving if I didn't eat in the past 8 hours. I lift weights 3 days a week and I noticed that when I am on an extended fast I cannot lift as much the longer the fast goes on. That could be due more to my age (63) than anything.
Depends on the sport. Personally I perform better in a a fasted state, as a woman, before follicular phase is done; after luteal phase things are a lot more all over the place. As an average, For a female, I perform best in a fasted state, and performance is. Lee related to overall Protein and recovery over the course of the days prior to the race. Being thirsty highly affects my performance which is of course, Related to the state I’m in and what cycle I’m in. Not a good scientific method for this.
@tropicallife4449 you interpreted something that I didn't say. Having a highlighted stoic look, as well age lines and even scars, make a person look like they have a lot of unquestionable experience that come with incredible stories. Soooo, he looks bad ass in the lighting.
I do if, and I do track my fasts. I'm mostly strict 2mad. But my fast times vary depending on my sleep schedule, activity, or when I get hungry. I occasionally do a omad day. I also occasionally do 20+ hr fasts, but almost never do much over the 24 hr mark. I know there are benefits to longer fasts, but for me personally it's unsafe. I have hashimotos which causes some hormonal issues. I think I to some degree overproduce insulin. I also live in Texas and am on the bus. So between climate, activity, and underlying health issues I can't do much longer fasting without getting dizzy, nauseated, headache, and risking passing out from nasty random glucose drops. I'm rn switching Drs behind my last one being negligent causing a prescription for a cgm to prevent this to fall through. But yeah, fasting and fractal eating are fantastic, and if it's safe to do a 24+ hour fast that's great too. Low carb and healthy eating habits also are a important role.
Need to try putting one of those fuzz things on the mic(dont know if itll help) . When jocko speaks . The bass punch in his voice is a bit annoying. Just a thought
So he is living on not even 1500 kcal per day… hand of nuts 250 plus a shake 150 plus a steak is 400 plus another protein shake is 150 plus a big salad with some olive oil I suppose is 250. This is not a lot for a big guy like Jocko who is very active
Sleep supersedes food. I can have a great workout during or after a 24, 48, 72 hour fast and feel strong with good endurance. Lousy sleep = lousy workout.
Thomas was like, wait a minute jocko, you only eat when you can, and what you learned in navy seal training is different than what I learned by not being a navy deal. Interesting how military life can play a different role in your eating life.
99% of the time I eat only Meat, Cheese, Milk, eggs, Fish. I do eat some shit food occasionally. I eat very little raw veggies. I will eat steamed Broccoli, Cauliflower, Carrots, Onions, Brussel Sprouts but its not often. I get told frequently that I am eating unhealthy and its bad for me. Whats funny is the people telling me this are fat, soft, slow, weak and sick, Meanwhile Im 48 years old and can knock out 50 push ups, 10 pullups, bench 385, squat 405, deadlift 500 lbs and can still run a mile is 7 mins or so at 260 lbs or go hike a mountain carrying my hunting pack with upwards of 100 lbs in the back.
I honestly don’t get it…a lot of these people when they say what they eat it’s so little…like what is he eating 1500cals a day? How can they manage to have good physique with this little amount of foods?! 🤔
this guy desperately needs to eat (someone - please = feed him) ... jokes aside, he needs bone broth or collagen supplements with Vitamin C, A.S.A.P! ;)
Ads? In the middle of a video? While having millions of subscribers? Who does that? Not every other creator who has millions of subscribers that’s who.
Trained with SEALs in the 90s in SoCal and Virginia when I was in the Corps. This 100%. They are very Hollywood. Have to tell everyone when they're supposed to be silent warriors. For example the guy that killed Bin Laden, Lutrell...etc.
@@bocameron4507 far from defending him but you just sound silly. The dude has spent 20 years in the Navy, during active conflicts. It isn't a job that you close the computer and go home at night. Of course he is going to reference the Seals it was literally the only thing in his life for 20 years.
Thomas and Jocko on the same video is like when your dad meets your favorite coach. You kinda hope your dad likes him
Haha
My dad left to get us milk ..so can’t relate but must be nice
@@EcomDetectiveMolk*
I've eaten carnivore for 6 years. I eat when I'm hungry. Last week I had a 48 hour fast. This week, I won't eat till I get hungry. Maybe Monday or Tuesday. Thank you for your videos.
I really like this. I'm a 68 year old disabled vet. Denied benefits though VA admits that I am disabled. Right now I have peanut butter, canned mackerel, corned beef, eggs, chunk bacon, beans, rice, half and half, yogurt, sour cream, cheese. Riding my bike to get to work and go to store.
Feeling stronger. Big surprise.
I finally got a job at dollar store in riding distance. Hope to get some more protein.
Jason Fung's work has helped me a lot as well.
Dropped #60 in a year.
I appreciate your work.
Fried liver with fried potatoes , sharp cheddar and onions-ambrosial once a week.
Well done mate! PS. What's half and half?
God bless you 🙏🏽
@@hunkyhaggis2161 Thanks. half whole milk, half cream. I don't drink whole milk anymore. /I'm half Scotch as well.
I'm sorry the VA is a giant sack of shit. I hope you're doing well thank you for your service soldier.
Discipline is the strongest form of self love. It's ignoring something you want right now for something better later on. Discipline reveals the commitment you have to your dreams. -MCR
"Stay Strong, Chase Excellence Brothers."
- Godspeed
Then why does he have the look of extended historical anger in his face?
I completely changed my diet six months ago based on nationally recommended guidelines, but it only made my health worse. It wasn’t until I read 'The 23 Former Doctor Truths' that I realized doing the opposite of what the government advises can actually make a difference. No wonder the doctor who wrote it left their career-speaking the truth often challenges the system!
This is taking way too long, and he's making it way too hard. I've stayed lean all year long. 2 years ago I dropped 62 lb, and I've stayed insanely leaned ever since. All you got to do is eat protein, veggies, and fruit. That's it. If you want to have a pizza or a burger, then have one every two weeks, and make it one meal that you splurge on, otherwise just stick to steaks, chicken, salmon and any other meat you like! And if you don't like veggies, which I really don't, I just stick to fruit. I eat like two to three apples a day, on top of berries and other things. I'm never hungry, and I'm literally the leanest I've ever been. Probably about 12% right now
do you fast ?
@gman68ful I've only fasted three or four times in the last year and it had nothing to do with being lean, it was more trying to achieve apoptosis and possibly increase my natural growth hormone to help heal. But while I was losing weight, I was fasting more for weight loss, and it 100% worked. I also got my testosterone checked during this year like three or four times, because I was told that I was fasting too much and I could take my test. Oddly enough, my testosterone was at my highest when I was fasting like that. And if you're wondering, I don't do 16/8. I literally eat almost all day. I eat three Square meals with protein being essential, but then I have snacks in between my meals that are protein or fruit. I'm literally never hungry
Me too, lost 100 pounds over 4 years ago and kept it off. No intermittent fasting, low carbs, mostly meats, berries (no other fruit except for. Berries, low sugar fruits) and veggies. Splurge ONE meal every 2 weeks. I’m 15% body fat with little cardio and weights 4X a week.
@@sfrealestatedealmaker6001 hell yes!
**Key Takeaways:**
### 1. **Lessons from the SEAL Teams: Eating When Necessary**
Jocko Willink reflects on his time in the Navy SEALs, where eating was dictated by operational demands, not optimal schedules. This ingrained a mindset of eating not based on rigid schedules but on practicality and necessity. Whether it was carrying extra weight for multi-day missions or enduring physically demanding dives, food became secondary to performance. This minimalistic approach to caloric intake helped him develop resilience and adaptability, laying the foundation for his current eating habits.
Jocko emphasizes that his eating during SEAL operations was strategic, driven by the need to stay light and mobile. In the field, he carried small amounts of food, such as a single meal (like a ham slice) and trail mix, focusing on survival and conserving energy rather than overloading. This "eating when you can" mentality conditioned him to embrace hunger and function optimally while deprived of food.
---
### 2. **Current Eating Habits: Driven by Activity, Not Schedule**
Jocko’s modern eating strategy revolves around aligning his meals with his activities for peak performance. For instance:
- **Morning Training:** He avoids eating before workouts, having only water to prevent discomfort (e.g., nausea) during intense activities.
- **Late Morning/Nutritious Start:** Around 10 AM, he consumes mixed nuts and a protein shake to sustain energy for his midday commitments.
- **Post-Jiu-Jitsu Recovery Meal:** After an afternoon Jiu-Jitsu session, he eats a steak, another protein shake, and a big salad-prioritizing nutrient-dense foods that satiate and support recovery.
- **Simple Approach:** Jocko stresses that his eating pattern is dictated by digestion and ensuring he’s not weighed down for strenuous activities like rolling in Jiu-Jitsu. The focus isn’t on arbitrary dieting trends but finding what works for his body and routine.
---
### 3. **Fasting as a Tool for Resilience**
Jocko is an advocate for fasting. He notes several benefits:
- **Cognitive Clarity:** He feels "super" when fasting, emphasizing improved mental performance, physical capability, and calmness.
- **Performance Unaffected:** Jocko shares stories of achieving peak performance, such as heavy squats or intense Jiu-Jitsu rolls, even during fasts like a 72-hour one. He attributes this to mental toughness and long-standing adaptation to food scarcity.
- **Psychological Strength:** Fasting recalibrates hunger cues and redefines the body's relationship with food. For Jocko, it trains the mind to detach from food dependency and recognize psychological hunger versus physiological need.
- **Enhanced Taste Sensitivity:** Fasting resets the taste buds, making simple foods, such as water, carrots, or nuts, taste better, helping eliminate cravings for processed or overly rich foods.
Jocko likens fasting to training with a "nutritional weight vest," using the deprivation to condition the body for real-life scenarios when food isn’t available. This adaptability allows him to perform well whether he’s nourished or not.
---
### 4. **"Fractal Eating" vs. Intermittent Fasting**
Thomas DeLauer explains a concept that resonates with Jocko's lifestyle: "fractal eating." Unlike rigid intermittent fasting schedules, fractal eating involves being in tune with your body’s needs and eating only when necessary. For Jocko, this approach stems naturally from years of conditioning, making his nutrient timing flexible but purposeful:
- He doesn’t eat before demanding activities, ensuring his digestive system is not overburdened.
- Meals are structured to optimize fuel for physical recovery and work demands, not dictated by societal norms of eating three fixed meals a day.
DeLauer highlights how fasting and fractal eating create an empowered relationship with food, freeing individuals from addiction to constant eating and showing them they can train without immediate refueling, just as Jocko exemplifies.
---
### 5. **Fasting as a Psychological and Evolutionary Tool**
Jocko and DeLauer touch on the evolutionary history of human beings thriving in food scarcity. Jocko points out that early humans often went days without food, yet maintained the strength to hunt and survive. They argue that modern humans have become psychologically conditioned to expect food at regular intervals, fostering poor adaptability and "food addiction."
By fasting regularly, Jocko suggests that individuals become mentally and physically resilient:
- They retrain their bodies to thrive in a "depleted state," teaching the body to conserve muscle and other vital resources during fasts.
- They recalibrate their psychological relationship with food, removing dependency and the anxiety that comes with hunger cues, which are often misinterpreted by modern society.
---
### 6. **Strategically Incorporating Food for Optimal Results**
Both Jocko and DeLauer discuss the idea that fasting doesn’t negate performance benefits but enhances them, particularly in the right contexts. When used intentionally, fasting creates a "Zen" state, especially around the 36-hour mark. At this point, the body is producing ketones, norepinephrine, and other hormones that heighten energy and focus. For tasks like Jiu-Jitsu or intense energy bursts, this mental clarity is invaluable.
Jocko prefers fasting even before major physical challenges like competitions, but he acknowledges the role of glycogen-rich fuel in endurance-based scenarios like marathons. However, he highlights that every individual can train their body to function efficiently in a fasted state, gaining confidence to perform without relying on food as a crutch.
---
### 7. **Practical Tips for Calorie Management**
DeLauer introduces the concept of assessing calories over a weekly period instead of daily, offering flexibility:
- Instead of stressing about hitting a calorie goal per day, tracking weekly intake enables individuals to account for variations in eating patterns.
- This dynamic view accommodates days of overeating or undereating without guilt, further fostering a healthier attitude toward food.
Jocko adds that his structured but simple eating habits make it easy to tweak portions and maintain balance. He describes himself as a "boring eater," consuming consistent foods (e.g., protein shakes, steak, nuts, salads) and adjusting portion sizes based on short-term needs. This predictability makes weight adjustment intuitive for him without needing to micro-manage calorie counts.
---
### 8. **Breaking Food Addiction**
The duo strongly critiques the pervasive food addiction mindset in modern culture. Jocko and DeLauer stress the need to overcome the psychological dependency on food by:
- Fasting to recalibrate the body’s hunger signals.
- Breaking away from the “seven meals a day” myth, which fosters over-consumption.
- Realizing that hunger is often psychological, not physiological, and can be overridden.
Fasting becomes both a physical and mental practice: it detoxifies the body while strengthening resolve and creating gratitude for necessities like water or simple, wholesome meals.
---
### Conclusion:
Jocko Willink’s fasting strategy is not just about staying lean-it’s a philosophy of mental toughness, discipline, and adaptability. Influenced by his military conditioning, Jocko views food as fuel rather than comfort, integrating fasting to heighten awareness, recalibrate cravings, and optimize performance. His emphasis on flexibility through "fractal eating" breaks free from rigid structures while fostering a deeper connection to the body’s natural cues.
Thomas DeLauer complements this perspective by framing fasting as a tool for long-term health and sustainable calorie management. Together, they advocate for an evolved relationship with food, urging individuals to challenge cultural norms, embrace discomfort, and rediscover human resilience-both physically and psychologically.
In the end, Jocko’s approach underscores a timeless principle: success, whether in fitness or life, comes from adapting, persevering, and knowing when to fuel your body-and when to simply let it work.
Thank you
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That was so much like me. Boring refrigerator, fasting without even noticing at times and never lifting after a meal, but always when I'm actually fasting to reset myself. Great video, I enjoyed it.
DeLauer just can't uncomplicate anything. His original question even forces Willink to have to try and figure out what he's asking.
I"m 67 and have just started weight training and going low carb. I am most certainly NOT an ex Navy Seal lol. I can do a 48 hr. fast
with no problem IF I'm in the "zone" psychologically. I think the mental aspect gets overlooked by most studies.
I did a fast once for 4 days.I drank just black coffee and water.Sometimes green tea when I was bored with water and coffee.No sweeteners or creams.I noticed it took me 24hrs to reach ketosis.I felt fine not craving food or sugars the whole time. By day 3 I noticed I was sleeping 4-5 hrs and woke up naturally.I would argue that I could have survived on 3 hours of sleep.It made me realize I was taking in way too much food regularly and as a result my body required more energy to process food and maybe that was the reason I slept 7-8 hrs while I was not fasting.The benefits right away were more energy,better focus,healtier relationship with food, and above all most of my ailments like my knee injury went away or the pain was greatly reduced.
Jocko's "Good" motivational speech is like GOSPEL to me. Still listen to it
look at his face. there is no happiness there. Your gospel must suck.
I was homeless for 4 years as a kid and commonly went 3 days at a time without food. I was super underweight and unhealthy. Fast-forward 40 years and I have to struggle with buried emotions to do a 3 day fast. 24 hours is the max I'm comfortable with.
I fast for 16 hours 4x week. High protien and some carbs diet.. 40 yrs old and shredded. Fasting and leaving alcohol change my life
The reason the military does PT before breakfast is that studies were done a while ago that showed pretty conclusively that performance was better on an empty stomach and soldiers were less likely to get sick. That shouldn't really shock anyone. For me, I only eat one meal a day (maybe a protein bar for lunch) for dinner. I don't feel hunger anymore so I don't need to eat anything during the day. I'm also disabled so I can't always work out due to my condition, often for months at a time. But my BMI doesn't change during that time.
I do fast 48-72 hrs a week mostly every week and what they are saying is true. And honestly the performance is way better and man muscle growth and strength go on a different level.
Do we need to take both Armra and Seed or does one do better than the other? Seems like they are counterintuitve and do the same thing.
100%. I would only eat one MRE main just before sleep while in the field. And now I train on an empty stomach in the morning, eat something light at noon and then meat and veggies at night. It’s the way to go!
There is a mental aspect to IF. Remember what your first fast was like. Or your first 15. It was mentally harder. At least for me it was. I would stop whatever I was doing and imagine every step from standing to walking to the fridge and getting whatever food I wanted and how tomorrow I would do better. I would do that repeatedly throughout the day.
Great content. Sharing this out everywhere.
I did a 40 day fast once, that was over 20 years ago. I've done multiple day fast since then. Before fasting I was just like Jocko's kids, feeling like I was starving if I didn't eat in the past 8 hours. I lift weights 3 days a week and I noticed that when I am on an extended fast I cannot lift as much the longer the fast goes on. That could be due more to my age (63) than anything.
Pura vida Thomas and Jocko
Thomas isn't naturally lean. He will chase this his whole life. We can benefit from his efforts though.
Will acetyl Lcarnitine break a fast??
Interrogation lighting is a nice touch.
Can you do a video on non alcoholic beers for hydration.
Pros and Cons.
Yes please
Beer is not non alcoholic.thats why its beer.can milk be non alcoholic?
@@BlakCat-c3s there is beer without alcohol. What are you on about
Depends on the sport. Personally I perform better in a a fasted state, as a woman, before follicular phase is done; after luteal phase things are a lot more all over the place. As an average, For a female, I perform best in a fasted state, and performance is. Lee related to overall
Protein and recovery over the course of the days prior to the race. Being thirsty highly affects my performance which is of course,
Related to the state I’m in and what cycle I’m in. Not a good scientific method for this.
You look badass with the lighting
so long-time unhappiness lines looks good to you?
@tropicallife4449 you interpreted something that I didn't say. Having a highlighted stoic look, as well age lines and even scars, make a person look like they have a lot of unquestionable experience that come with incredible stories.
Soooo, he looks bad ass in the lighting.
I do if, and I do track my fasts. I'm mostly strict 2mad. But my fast times vary depending on my sleep schedule, activity, or when I get hungry.
I occasionally do a omad day. I also occasionally do 20+ hr fasts, but almost never do much over the 24 hr mark. I know there are benefits to longer fasts, but for me personally it's unsafe.
I have hashimotos which causes some hormonal issues. I think I to some degree overproduce insulin. I also live in Texas and am on the bus. So between climate, activity, and underlying health issues I can't do much longer fasting without getting dizzy, nauseated, headache, and risking passing out from nasty random glucose drops. I'm rn switching Drs behind my last one being negligent causing a prescription for a cgm to prevent this to fall through.
But yeah, fasting and fractal eating are fantastic, and if it's safe to do a 24+ hour fast that's great too. Low carb and healthy eating habits also are a important role.
Need to try putting one of those fuzz things on the mic(dont know if itll help) . When jocko speaks . The bass punch in his voice is a bit annoying. Just a thought
So he is living on not even 1500 kcal per day… hand of nuts 250 plus a shake 150 plus a steak is 400 plus another protein shake is 150 plus a big salad with some olive oil I suppose is 250. This is not a lot for a big guy like Jocko who is very active
May be a 20 oz rib eye , that would be 1650 calories just for the steak.
@ must be yes!
Yeah when I run anything under 13 miles I like to be fasted. Never a fan of gels or carbohydrates before
eating and working out
Sleep supersedes food. I can have a great workout during or after a 24, 48, 72 hour fast and feel strong with good endurance. Lousy sleep = lousy workout.
What about fasting and anaerobic exercise performance
DAMN! His face looks looks so historically grumpy. Especially in the thumbnail....
Thomas was like, wait a minute jocko, you only eat when you can, and what you learned in navy seal training is different than what I learned by not being a navy deal. Interesting how military life can play a different role in your eating life.
99% of the time I eat only Meat, Cheese, Milk, eggs, Fish. I do eat some shit food occasionally. I eat very little raw veggies. I will eat steamed Broccoli, Cauliflower, Carrots, Onions, Brussel Sprouts but its not often. I get told frequently that I am eating unhealthy and its bad for me. Whats funny is the people telling me this are fat, soft, slow, weak and sick, Meanwhile Im 48 years old and can knock out 50 push ups, 10 pullups, bench 385, squat 405, deadlift 500 lbs and can still run a mile is 7 mins or so at 260 lbs or go hike a mountain carrying my hunting pack with upwards of 100 lbs in the back.
This guy is genius 😂🎉
I swear i thought he was gonna say i eat 2 eggs a day 😅😅
Is this getting shadow banned? One day and only 32,000 views.
AM I CORRECT TO ASSUME jocko is a keto guy by default ????
I honestly don’t get it…a lot of these people when they say what they eat it’s so little…like what is he eating 1500cals a day? How can they manage to have good physique with this little amount of foods?! 🤔
500mg 2x per week > 16:8 lol
"Cavemen" 😅😂😅 gment education aka brainwashing
What did or have you done you look different Thomas!!1?????/
It's the lighting & the black background.
this guy desperately needs to eat (someone - please = feed him) ... jokes aside, he needs bone broth or collagen supplements with Vitamin C, A.S.A.P!
;)
Please interview David Goggins next.
Sorry Thomas I’m unsubscribing. now you just peddle too many ads and there all too long
Bye
Facts. Getting annoying
Man's got to eat. 😢
Yup
Ads? In the middle of a video? While having millions of subscribers? Who does that? Not every other creator who has millions of subscribers that’s who.
Jocko needs to stay fit all year to be a mercenary for isntreal. Defending the country? Right.
He’s not lean lol 🤣
First here
Second here
a life of abusing growth hormone and steroid is a strategy??
Theres no way that man eats that. That's barely 1000 cals a day
How is life today at this age and what car do you drive?…..In the Navy Seals………
What’s your favorite color? Back in the Navy Seals……
Ok Yessie Bentura
Trained with SEALs in the 90s in SoCal and Virginia when I was in the Corps. This 100%. They are very Hollywood. Have to tell everyone when they're supposed to be silent warriors. For example the guy that killed Bin Laden, Lutrell...etc.
I mean you likely start your stories like "remember that time in my parents basement"
@ How cute! Look how you defend your hero Jacko!! That’s precious, you should be proud, dont mess with Derrick P when it comes to his hero
@@bocameron4507 far from defending him but you just sound silly. The dude has spent 20 years in the Navy, during active conflicts. It isn't a job that you close the computer and go home at night. Of course he is going to reference the Seals it was literally the only thing in his life for 20 years.
Joko sounds like he is bragging and not telling the truth.