The may be your best video yet, and that is saying a lot. Thank you for this insight into your life and thought process while making such a big change in your life.
Thank you man for all the good work and motivation you put in each vid, you wouldn't belive how much this push me forward!! I couldn't be more surprise to see this just a couple of weeks to the opening of my own gym!!! I hope to come and train at Untamed Strength some day ahah Greetings from Italy!!
it's unfortunate that because you don't sell pipe dreams, don't lie to people, and are authentic you don't have a million subs. your content is head and shoulders above the rest. thanks for all you do, Alan!
Dude, I absolutely loved the video! Definitely inspirational to guys like me who are currently where you were many years ago...You helped me out when no one else wanted to. You are an amazing guy and I cannot thank you enough...
the interesting part about that I feel is that compared to many other western countries you can actually sink quite low in America. But there are still far more startups and people starting their own business there because the attitude towards success is just different there. The American dream seems so real when watching videos like this.
Just like Elliot inspired you, you inspired me. Started in my garage over a year ago. As of today I'm on my second location and have built my dream gym in Modesto(45 mins away from your gym). The set up and equipment is very similar to yours. Just know that your outreach helped others succeed as well. Me and some of my big guys will be visiting you soon on a Saturday! Keep doing what you're doing my man
What three idiots gave a thumbs down? This is an inspirational video and a lesson to anyone who wants to succeed. Find your passion and give it everything you've got!
Hey man, I have watched your videos for a long time but I've never interacted with you, but I wanted to let you know I found this very motivational and inspiring as I am looking to start my own gym within the next few months. Keep up the awesome content.
Not going to lie Alan; when I seen the footage of your packed gym for your strongman competition brought a smile to my face. Always good to see good people succeed. Good for your brother!
Hey Alan, I'm Daniel and I come from Germany. Last month I spent 3 weeks in the U.S. and visited gyms like BarbellBrigade and other ones in L.A. and S.F. - unfortunately I wasn't able to come to Sacramento. But I wanted to thank you nevertheless for your videos, your motivation and your know-how. Back in Germany there aren't many RUclipsrs with such a high quality content like yours. But next time I am on vacation in America, I will definitely train untamed! I'm really looking forward to be a part of your gym for a few days and to talk to you. Stay like you are, Daniel
Your story is absolutely beautiful. If I ever leave my french neighborhood for California, I'll see you, and I'll set PR's at your gym. I don't usually comment, but there I had no fucking choice. Mad respect.
Absolutely inspiring story. Never occurred to me that he struggled to achieve his dream. Would never have thought he was a veteran brcausr of his rugged look. As a vet myself, that's even more heartfelt. I'm gonna forward this to my son, who just completed Navy basic training. I think he would benefit from it. I'm 55 years old with one rebuilt knee, and I get a lot out of watching your videos to refine my technique on everything. Keep em coming!
This is one of the...if the thee best inspirational motivation videos I've seen! At nearly 42 I'm really just at the beginning of my journey! Thanks for posting this, and it feels great to be a part of the sharing!
Inspirational - I’m going through the hardest year of my life (three family passings, losing job interviews and being dumped) but I watch something like this and it gives me hope. Thanks man
I said it once and I'm gonna say it again: YOU ARE THE BEST LIFTING CHANNEL HERE. Period. Not only are your videos interesting, informative and fun, YOU are a quality person. You do this because you love this, not because you care only about you or $. Keep the channel growing, and the gyms too. BEST LUCK and wishes Allan!
I have no interest in opening up a gym but Untamed Strength's story is such a great example for everyone who has dreams. Congratulations on your achievements, Alan.
great to see a video journey like this. I'm in the third year of business myself and it's been a long fight. we are only just scrapping off the debt we accumulated with banks and even friends. perseverance is so important.
+Alan Thrall (Untamed Strength) I needed this video today. I'm in my 40s and back in school, and the road to even making my program, much less completing it and passing the board exam is gonna be a bitch. I'll be 50k in debt by the time I make it. but fuckit. it's a thing people do. it's a thing that people more disadvantaged than I am do. I'm a little in the dumps today, so I needed this kind of pep talk. thanks, man.
We've all been there, but not everyone has the mental strength to get out of the hole. Write down your goals, keep positive, eat well by researching good foods, surround yourself with positive people, self-analyse, chill but not too much, be consistent with the gym, drink plenty of water, take supplements and find yourself a good partner you can offload your daily frustrations. Good Luck!
This is one of the most humbling yet motivating things ever posted. Thank you for openly sharing your story complete with all of the struggles and pain it took to push through. Massive respect man.
I honestly can't fathom how anyone could dislike such an inspirational video. I've fixed so many problems with my lifts just by watching Alan's videos, my tendons and ligaments will be forever grateful.
Alan, despite being more into physique and calisthenics in this phase of life, I shall be visiting your gym one day all the way from Ohio. I want to do many things in life and a gym is one of them. whether it's the first thing I accomplish or last this video helped tremendously
A buddy dragged my butt to the gym awhile ago. I was in a bad place at the time and he could tell. He sent me one of these videos so i could learn how to improve my form, but, I've learned allot more than that. Thanks, Alan. These videos mean more to me than you know. Keep it up.
the music gets me pumped for anatomy studying and paper administration. I'm at a turning point where i miraculously have a third chance in life. i thought i was done but science progressed and so did i. it's guys like you that shine a light in the darkest lives. please never shave
I've been following your channel for 1 year. From all the RUclipsrs, the channel that inspired me to work harder was yours. All your videos were so perfect to explain what I needed to do (My interest in power lifting). I still remember all your videos you posted when you had the garage and we're just starting out. Your success makes me so happy. From all your subscribers, keep it up!
Alan: when I was looking for help with my bench, your video is the one that made the most sense to me along with being both entertaining and informative. Thank you for the excellent info and content, and thank you for this video in particular. Like you said, everyone wants to be successful, but the journey to get there can be more than most people care to endure. Thanks again Alan! Best of luck in the future!
This is not a GYM Business counseling... It's a video that could easily be included in enterpeneur advice for EVERYONE planing on journey in business and a great "never give up and find ways" for life in general. Super thumbs up in 2020
Made me Cry, know your pain with opening a gym, very proud of what you have achieved, Bens Army is 3.5 years old and has finally hit its next level and now seeing success
You taught me how to squat, deadlift, bench, OHP and row. I have you to thank for teaching me this hobby I'll have for a lifetime. While still a beginner, I'm improving on all my lifts weekly. It brings me so much confidence and motivation, and I wanted to say thanks for all of that. If I ever make it out to Sacramento, I'll be stopping by. Cheers.
there are so many fitness youtubers now a days everyone looks so complicated n similar to each other but ALAN is the only few who stands out. pin point information ,no shit ,no crap. like u alan,u just gave me a good change to my life.
Who could dislike this? Truly inspirational. Thank you for this video and thank you for your service. I will definitely have to make a trip up there from the central coast. How much would you charge for a 1-day visit for a fellow vet?
Alan... I started watching your videos at least 2 years ago, when you revealed your supplement stack.. aka... Folger's "Elite" and some other gems. You inspire me through comic relief as well as lifting fundamentals. I have implemented your approach to deadlifts and my lifts have skyrocketed, with zero injuries or back pain whatsoever. Your are an inspiration... don't ever doubt yourself, and congratulations on your success!
Your videos have helped me so much. When I first started to train a little over a year ago I had no idea how to squat, deadlift, or even bench correctly. I trained in basement by myself because I was to embarrassed to go to a gym. With the help of your videos I've made so much progress. Thank you!
motivational. I had this big realization recently that I had been focusing TOO MUCH on the PROBLEM (how big, how many facets, why is it I can't do it, why other people can) and TOO LITTLE on the SOLUTION (if I can do something now that can just maybe even marginally bring me a tiny bit forward in the direction that I want, what is it?). I know it sounds too simple like ye of course, but is actually quite a deep subject. The mind trap here is "the more I know about the problem, the higher the chances are to solve it". Studying the problem is important, (he realized he was filling no specific niche) but dwelling on the solution is more important. It was an excellent reminder for me.
You're a huge inspiration Alan. From the metal to the lifting to the humor, it's all authentic and exactly why I love lifting rusty weights in garage dungeons. I'm in the garage phase now but I have the belief and the willingness to put it all on the line. Building the brand, the rest will follow.
Wow, brother I am currently an active duty Marine and you story has moved me to become stronger today for tomorrow’s challenges that are still unknown. Keep up the good work and never stop changing peoples lives
Started my own gym recently. This video is both like reading a book on my past and looking at a crystal ball into the future at the same time. Very good video and so far, 100% accurate to what I am going through.
hey alan, Im planning on doing this next summer. What do you use to track everybody in the gym and their payments? Is there a program that scans a card and it tells them how many days they have left and if they owe money? Thanks.
I use PayPal. Simple, easy, and familiar. There are better methods that don't charge as much money but it's worth having the security and Service of a company as big as PayPal.
I'm also in the military about to get out am I feel like im just like you. The gym is all i think about. I use tuition assistance for college and get distracted by watching your videos and everyone else's haha.
So inspirational. I started watching the channel because of the straight to the point, no bullshit approach but also while being absolutely entertaining. Now youre one of my favourite youtubers. Best of luck!
It's been a joy to be trained by you and to be able to call you my friend. As an older strength athlete your enthuasim is contagious to me and your skills are to be envied. Thanks for all you do here on RUclips and in your gym to shed your light on us.
I qualified as a PT last year as this was an ambition of mind for a while. Long story short I had to keep with my 9-5 job to gain redundancy money, whilst working out of a local gym trying to build my PT business. I am now 20 days away from losing my 9-5 job and will be trying the PT business full time, albeit beey scared!!! This video was exactly what I needed so thank you Alan. I am always recommending your videos to peers, and as a PT can say that your 'how to' videos are without doubt the best on YT. Lots of admiration, from a big fan in the UK. Dan
Pressure Builds Power! Conditional statements like If A then B ALWAYS has been the Negative Emotional Mental downfall for us all. Thanks for sharing your story and thanks for serving our country. Inspiration and Perspiration don't compare to your tears that shed during the dark times. I think we can all learn a lot from this- Just saw your channel today and i am Subscribed! Again, Thank you Alan. Good luck to you and your family in much success!
Thanks Alan, because of you I've taken my first steps to becoming a personal trainer, and eventually being a gym owner. It sucks that I don't live near you, and therefore can't, go to your gym. But I share and tell everyone I know about your videos. Thanks again for everything you do, and I will always TRAIN UNTAMED.
THANKS MY MARINE BROTHER (Retired AF Here)!!! I'm considering opening my own gym and NEEDED to see this video... GOD BLESS YOUR EVERY STEP!!! TRAIN UNTAMED!!!
I just want to thank you. Through many of your videos you helped me to get the right form for my lifts. It helped me to recover from small injuries, to progress a lot better and finally this kept me motivated to still hit the gym 3 to 4 times a week. Thank you for beeing an awesome coach, an awesome dude and for beeing honest. You make this videos to help your audience whereas many other youtuber would only upload shitty videos with no information, actually only clickbaiting and trying to earn money by fooling their audience. If I would live in the USA I would totally love to meet you or visit your gym. Keep up the fantastic work, stay passionate and again: Thank you! Best regards from germany!
A true motivator, Devildog. I first saw you in Tony Sentamant Real Life Tactical training. Little did I know you are a Marine and this video is a perfect example of the Marine mentality. Amazing job in your struggles and journey. God bless you.
This is a GREAT STORY!! I can relate to you, been playing sports since I was 6, served in the army for 6 yrs and just been working, but the biggest passion I have is training and training athletes. I want my own gym for the youths in my city for athletic performance and a sanctuary for them to stay outta trouble. Thanks for posting this vid! Definitely inspiration.
Thank you very much Alan. I only started lifting I’m November & have only had enough shoulder flexibility to squat since December. Getting stronger has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. It brings small victories every week & helps with my depressive head. Your videos are both inspirational and instructional. I really would like to thank you. Your purposefulness, tenacity, humility & gratitude shine through in this video. This video has been a real shot in the arm. Thanks again.
Hi, Alan.. I'm a 11b in the NG and discovered your vids when I was on deployment. I can definitely relate with the gym being a sanctuary where you're actually in control. Your videos literally taught me how to lift. Thank you so much for that. This vid was super inspirational and helped soldify/motivate me for training to go to SF selection. Keep doing what you do. Manly tears shed.
Alan, you've been motivating me my whole time in this fitness life of mine. You seem to always have answers to all my questions, why does my back hurt when I squat, 3 days before you uploaded the exact answer. You keep my form on point and keep me motivated in the gym, life, and the business world. I've always wanted to open my own gym, but lately I've been skeptical. You've motivated me to rethink the idea, as it will always be on the back burner. I can't be the only one who thinks this highly of you, so thanks for everything man.
i can relate in many ways - I'm in the RAF, and I'm leaving to become a PT and will work my way towards strength and conditioning coaching and will probably do massage therapy as well, the long term goal is to have my own gym..so excited to leave and start this journey I literally stay up all night planning things and working things out in my head.. I was fairly over weight when I was young, I remember my man boobs bouncing as we did PE at school and getting sores from where they would rub on my t-shirt...so that's when I first started doodling in nutrition and cardio - basically just removing all the junk food and doing slow cardio, I was only about 12, eventually I was underweight - and feeling just as bad about myself, which is when I first started actively gaining knowledge on nutrition, and training to build muscle at 13. since then, I've slowly changed my perception on training and now I train for mind and strength, I love helping friends with training and to reach their goals - I always wanted to keep this just as a hobby, but I feel now is the time to start a new page in my life...I have 3-4 months left until I leave... I used to have a garage gym too, I lived at my nans and when I was 14-18 I would train in the garage that I converted into a gym, It would be crowded with my friends and we would just train for hours and hours
Alan, I would like to say firstly thank you for serving our country. I am a fan of your youtube channel and I have learned a lot about the correct way of lifting stuff correctly.
I am on my way to open a gym in a small town, doubting myself many times. Thanks to this particular video of yours. I am not going to let anything stopping me. Thank you Sir!
So bloody grateful you made it happen; on a completely selfish note, your basic programme got me started with powerlifting, and your videos have continued to help me get stronger since moving on from that. You da man.
Over the past year or so I've really enjoyed your videos, they are very informative, helpful and spot on. I am also a small business owner and are currently going through the same things you have and probably still face from time to time. You pretty much confirmed the one thing I hear when I speak to other business owners. If you want to be successful in your business, you better be ok with doing it for free or it costing you for awhile before it will give you return! Common denominator is passion and determination will most always equal success and longevity! I can't say enough about this vid and how inspiring it was to me listening to your story. Not to knock your lifting vids but this post has reinvigorated me! Keep posting, there are a lot of us that love it! Ryan Keller, Texas, USA
alan just like drew ski i been a subscriber since day one and its because of you that i found my passion for strength training you and elliott hulse are idols to me. my life changed i went from being no one to being someone in my life. depression hit me hard and i didnt know what to do until i discovered your channel and saw you squatting. all i had was a bar and 4 plates of 45lbs. but as i saw your videos of how to squat my form went from half squat to ass to grass in a matter of weeks. i finally joined a gym been training for 4 years now and i always wanted to do strongman workouts. you are an inspiration alan thank you for your knowledge of lifting. i hope one day to go to untamed strength and TRAIIINNN UNTAMMMMEDDD!!!!!
Man, respect to you. One that risks to make a step, starts and finishes marathon faster, than the one who thinks about it but instead goes for a pint. #IronBrotherhood
I'm starting to follow you months ago. You are the answer to all my questions... Your videos your web site the informations you provides the passion you put in!!!! I'm addicted to you :-)!!! So thanks very much Alan you deserve all this!!! and remember Train Untamed!!!!!! Ciao from Italy
Watched a lot of your videos. Never knew how hard you worked to live your dream. I respect that you kept that from me. No pity party here! Been fightin my whole life and I have no intention of stopping until I die. Lives (not stories) like your's helps me to keep driving me onward. Never stop fighting!
I've been following you for years Alan. I keep coming back to this video. You're very humble and determined. I admire your courage. Keep it up. Greetings from Switzerland !
I found your channel only months ago, and by now I've probably seen most of your videos. I've learned so much and progressed a lot the last six months, and a lot is thanks to your videos. I wish I lived in Sacramento so I could work out at your gym! Thank you so much for you channel, I hope you get everything you want in life, because you deserve it. Cheers.
That's the spirit Alan, great story! You miss 100% of the shots you don't take -> shoot for the moon, even if you miss you'll land among the stars. Love your inspiring videos, far far away from Vietnam.
Just from a coaching and advice standpoint, as a purely beginner lifter, barely more than a year in and even less time finding tools and resources to do so correctly I've found your videos and instruction to be the most helpful. Not just in performance but in overall feeling better physically after a lift or a workout because of advice on how to do them correctly from your videos. I admit I wasn't fully aware of your presence outside of youtube but from this video hearing about more services you offer/ways to support you and your goals I'm more than willing to take the time and spend the money.
Thanks for all the support!
Dude you're awesome! I was talking you up at The Crossfit Machine Shop this am when I was using the hook grip to deadlift ;)
The may be your best video yet, and that is saying a lot. Thank you for this insight into your life and thought process while making such a big change in your life.
you are best dude! keeep it up! :D
No sir, thank YOU for the inspiration, motivation and teachings. Cheers from Brazil! :)
Thank you man for all the good work and motivation you put in each vid, you wouldn't belive how much this push me forward!! I couldn't be more surprise to see this just a couple of weeks to the opening of my own gym!!! I hope to come and train at Untamed Strength some day ahah
Greetings from Italy!!
You deserve all of the success Alan, you're awesome man. Keep killing it Brother.
Double overhand no hook grip for life!
Thanks Omar!
Untamed Strength 3.0 is waiting for you
+Alan Thrall (Untamed Strength) I'm up there if Omar's there! I'm like an hour away from Sac
Love your channel too omar
@@AlanThrall update?
Alan, unlike most fitness youtubers you seem like a good dude.
who would you say isn't?
+justin richard chris guzman.
Our boy hemingway
joff seid
CHUCKY CHEESE CHANCE
it's unfortunate that because you don't sell pipe dreams, don't lie to people, and are authentic you don't have a million subs. your content is head and shoulders above the rest. thanks for all you do, Alan!
Quality not quantity
Dude, I absolutely loved the video! Definitely inspirational to guys like me who are currently where you were many years ago...You helped me out when no one else wanted to. You are an amazing guy and I cannot thank you enough...
2 years later you do videos together wow
"I live in America, I can't sink that low" Love it!
the interesting part about that I feel is that compared to many other western countries you can actually sink quite low in America. But there are still far more startups and people starting their own business there because the attitude towards success is just different there. The American dream seems so real when watching videos like this.
I identify with the 'lose everything to chase a dream' angle. Thanks for articulating
it so precisely. Very cool watch.
Just like Elliot inspired you, you inspired me. Started in my garage over a year ago. As of today I'm on my second location and have built my dream gym in Modesto(45 mins away from your gym). The set up and equipment is very similar to yours. Just know that your outreach helped others succeed as well. Me and some of my big guys will be visiting you soon on a Saturday! Keep doing what you're doing my man
Awesome!
What three idiots gave a thumbs down? This is an inspirational video and a lesson to anyone who wants to succeed. Find your passion and give it everything you've got!
If Allan ever cried, it must have been the manliest tears ever shed.
Tears of molten iron.
he cried once, tear fell and broke his toe lol
No if M'lord cried....oh wait...
Jet fuel may not melt steel beams, but Alan's tears do
Most Marines cry when they earn their EGA at boot camp. Ill find out in February!
Hey man, I have watched your videos for a long time but I've never interacted with you, but I wanted to let you know I found this very motivational and inspiring as I am looking to start my own gym within the next few months. Keep up the awesome content.
Damn, Alan is a savage. I bet the vibe just from training around this guy is insane.
You deserve way more recognition man!!
This was a great video Alan! I felt your struggle through the video
Great work man well done!!
Ooh hello
hello boys
One of the best fitness related videos on RUclips, ever
You are so legit. Good role model for people.
Not going to lie Alan; when I seen the footage of your packed gym for your strongman competition brought a smile to my face. Always good to see good people succeed. Good for your brother!
Alan you are one of the most genuine and likeable guys on the planet :)
Hey Alan,
I'm Daniel and I come from Germany. Last month I spent 3 weeks in the U.S. and visited gyms like BarbellBrigade and other ones in L.A. and S.F. - unfortunately I wasn't able to come to Sacramento. But I wanted to thank you nevertheless for your videos, your motivation and your know-how. Back in Germany there aren't many RUclipsrs with such a high quality content like yours. But next time I am on vacation in America, I will definitely train untamed! I'm really looking forward to be a part of your gym for a few days and to talk to you.
Stay like you are,
Daniel
Your story is absolutely beautiful. If I ever leave my french neighborhood for California, I'll see you, and I'll set PR's at your gym. I don't usually comment, but there I had no fucking choice.
Mad respect.
Semper Fi! 8th & I, Guard 84 - 86. Your videos are getting me motivated to start working out again and I am 51. Thanks Marine!
Absolutely inspiring story. Never occurred to me that he struggled to achieve his dream. Would never have thought he was a veteran brcausr of his rugged look. As a vet myself, that's even more heartfelt. I'm gonna forward this to my son, who just completed Navy basic training. I think he would benefit from it. I'm 55 years old with one rebuilt knee, and I get a lot out of watching your videos to refine my technique on everything. Keep em coming!
" Do you wanna be Strong or do you wanna get strong?" Think I might steal that quote. Really spoke to me.
Kesyttämätöntä voimaa!! 💪 (Untamed strength in finnish)
This is one of the...if the thee best inspirational motivation videos I've seen! At nearly 42 I'm really just at the beginning of my journey! Thanks for posting this, and it feels great to be a part of the sharing!
Inspirational - I’m going through the hardest year of my life (three family passings, losing job interviews and being dumped) but I watch something like this and it gives me hope. Thanks man
"You must have a breakdown, before you have a breakthrough" Very inspirational
I said it once and I'm gonna say it again: YOU ARE THE BEST LIFTING CHANNEL HERE. Period.
Not only are your videos interesting, informative and fun, YOU are a quality person.
You do this because you love this, not because you care only about you or $.
Keep the channel growing, and the gyms too.
BEST LUCK and wishes Allan!
I have no interest in opening up a gym but Untamed Strength's story is such a great example for everyone who has dreams. Congratulations on your achievements, Alan.
great to see a video journey like this. I'm in the third year of business myself and it's been a long fight. we are only just scrapping off the debt we accumulated with banks and even friends.
perseverance is so important.
Stick with it
Love the vid and i think you do a tutorial on how to say your signature line
+Alan Thrall (Untamed Strength) I needed this video today. I'm in my 40s and back in school, and the road to even making my program, much less completing it and passing the board exam is gonna be a bitch. I'll be 50k in debt by the time I make it. but fuckit. it's a thing people do. it's a thing that people more disadvantaged than I am do. I'm a little in the dumps today, so I needed this kind of pep talk. thanks, man.
We've all been there, but not everyone has the mental strength to get out of the hole. Write down your goals, keep positive, eat well by researching good foods, surround yourself with positive people, self-analyse, chill but not too much, be consistent with the gym, drink plenty of water, take supplements and find yourself a good partner you can offload your daily frustrations. Good Luck!
Holy cow...video gave me goosebumps. Thanks Alan. You are a true inspiration
This is one of the most humbling yet motivating things ever posted. Thank you for openly sharing your story complete with all of the struggles and pain it took to push through. Massive respect man.
It feels awesome watching how good everything turned out! Very motivating and inspiring, thanks, Alan!
"No members, no new cients, no business experience..." love it. Passion is your biggest asset in this game.
Manly tears in 3... 2... 1...
godamnit
😬😰😰Same trying to recuperate *my heart*
I honestly can't fathom how anyone could dislike such an inspirational video. I've fixed so many problems with my lifts just by watching Alan's videos, my tendons and ligaments will be forever grateful.
Alan, despite being more into physique and calisthenics in this phase of life, I shall be visiting your gym one day all the way from Ohio. I want to do many things in life and a gym is one of them. whether it's the first thing I accomplish or last this video helped tremendously
A buddy dragged my butt to the gym awhile ago. I was in a bad place at the time and he could tell. He sent me one of these videos so i could learn how to improve my form, but, I've learned allot more than that. Thanks, Alan. These videos mean more to me than you know. Keep it up.
one of the most motivating videos.Now I'm going to start my cutting
the music gets me pumped for anatomy studying and paper administration. I'm at a turning point where i miraculously have a third chance in life. i thought i was done but science progressed and so did i. it's guys like you that shine a light in the darkest lives. please never shave
I ever get to California, this is the first place I'm visiting. Truly awesome.
I've been following your channel for 1 year. From all the RUclipsrs, the channel that inspired me to work harder was yours. All your videos were so perfect to explain what I needed to do (My interest in power lifting). I still remember all your videos you posted when you had the garage and we're just starting out.
Your success makes me so happy. From all your subscribers, keep it up!
Alan: when I was looking for help with my bench, your video is the one that made the most sense to me along with being both entertaining and informative.
Thank you for the excellent info and content, and thank you for this video in particular. Like you said, everyone wants to be successful, but the journey to get there can be more than most people care to endure.
Thanks again Alan! Best of luck in the future!
This is not a GYM Business counseling... It's a video that could easily be included in enterpeneur advice for EVERYONE planing on journey in business and a great "never give up and find ways" for life in general. Super thumbs up in 2020
I love me a good tale of struggle and overcoming.
I have always thought of myself as driven, but holey shit this is motivational
Agreed
You are a great guy Alan.
Wish you the best.
Made me Cry, know your pain with opening a gym, very proud of what you have achieved, Bens Army is 3.5 years old and has finally hit its next level and now seeing success
inspirational , thank you
You taught me how to squat, deadlift, bench, OHP and row. I have you to thank for teaching me this hobby I'll have for a lifetime. While still a beginner, I'm improving on all my lifts weekly. It brings me so much confidence and motivation, and I wanted to say thanks for all of that. If I ever make it out to Sacramento, I'll be stopping by. Cheers.
Alan! Thanks for sharing your story!!! Man, it's motivating and inspirational...
there are so many fitness youtubers now a days everyone looks so complicated n similar to each other but ALAN is the only few who stands out.
pin point information ,no shit ,no crap.
like u alan,u just gave me a good change to my life.
Who could dislike this? Truly inspirational. Thank you for this video and thank you for your service. I will definitely have to make a trip up there from the central coast. How much would you charge for a 1-day visit for a fellow vet?
Just come on in and train untamed!
Probably someone trolling
Was thinking the same thing.. who could dislike this
McDonalds workers
5 people who failed at opening their own womens only pilates gym
Alan... I started watching your videos at least 2 years ago, when you revealed your supplement stack.. aka... Folger's "Elite" and some other gems. You inspire me through comic relief as well as lifting fundamentals. I have implemented your approach to deadlifts and my lifts have skyrocketed, with zero injuries or back pain whatsoever. Your are an inspiration... don't ever doubt yourself, and congratulations on your success!
Whoever hit the thumbs down wanted to be strong but didn't want to get strong.
Your videos have helped me so much. When I first started to train a little over a year ago I had no idea how to squat, deadlift, or even bench correctly. I trained in basement by myself because I was to embarrassed to go to a gym. With the help of your videos I've made so much progress. Thank you!
Ah, Marine. Explains the epic beard.
motivational. I had this big realization recently that I had been focusing TOO MUCH on the PROBLEM (how big, how many facets, why is it I can't do it, why other people can) and TOO LITTLE on the SOLUTION (if I can do something now that can just maybe even marginally bring me a tiny bit forward in the direction that I want, what is it?). I know it sounds too simple like ye of course, but is actually quite a deep subject. The mind trap here is "the more I know about the problem, the higher the chances are to solve it". Studying the problem is important, (he realized he was filling no specific niche) but dwelling on the solution is more important. It was an excellent reminder for me.
Inspirational!
You're a huge inspiration Alan. From the metal to the lifting to the humor, it's all authentic and exactly why I love lifting rusty weights in garage dungeons. I'm in the garage phase now but I have the belief and the willingness to put it all on the line. Building the brand, the rest will follow.
ALAN FUCKING THRALL!!
Alan, thanks for being such an inspiration for so many of us. Can't express enough gratitude with words here.
hats down bro... you deserve respect!
Wow, brother I am currently an active duty Marine and you story has moved me to become stronger today for tomorrow’s challenges that are still unknown. Keep up the good work and never stop changing peoples lives
I cried.
Started my own gym recently. This video is both like reading a book on my past and looking at a crystal ball into the future at the same time. Very good video and so far, 100% accurate to what I am going through.
hey alan, Im planning on doing this next summer. What do you use to track everybody in the gym and their payments? Is there a program that scans a card and it tells them how many days they have left and if they owe money? Thanks.
I use PayPal. Simple, easy, and familiar. There are better methods that don't charge as much money but it's worth having the security and Service of a company as big as PayPal.
awesome thanks man
hey Alan, sorry i have one more question. Do the gym members have a card they scan in to get access? If so what program is that on the computer?
I'm also in the military about to get out am I feel like im just like you. The gym is all i think about. I use tuition assistance for college and get distracted by watching your videos and everyone else's haha.
So inspirational. I started watching the channel because of the straight to the point, no bullshit approach but also while being absolutely entertaining. Now youre one of my favourite youtubers. Best of luck!
I was one of those 6k emails haha
It's been a joy to be trained by you and to be able to call you my friend. As an older strength athlete your enthuasim is contagious to me and your skills are to be envied. Thanks for all you do here on RUclips and in your gym to shed your light on us.
yo u met Obama?
that's him shaking Alan's hand.
damn bro mad respect u kno you've come a long way and have achieved so much when u shake the president's hand. love the videos Allan
I qualified as a PT last year as this was an ambition of mind for a while. Long story short I had to keep with my 9-5 job to gain redundancy money, whilst working out of a local gym trying to build my PT business. I am now 20 days away from losing my 9-5 job and will be trying the PT business full time, albeit beey scared!!!
This video was exactly what I needed so thank you Alan. I am always recommending your videos to peers, and as a PT can say that your 'how to' videos are without doubt the best on YT. Lots of admiration, from a big fan in the UK.
Dan
Hi, how is it going after 4 years ?
Pressure Builds Power! Conditional statements like If A then B ALWAYS has been the Negative Emotional Mental downfall for us all. Thanks for sharing your story and thanks for serving our country. Inspiration and Perspiration don't compare to your tears that shed during the dark times. I think we can all learn a lot from this- Just saw your channel today and i am Subscribed! Again, Thank you Alan. Good luck to you and your family in much success!
Thanks Alan, because of you I've taken my first steps to becoming a personal trainer, and eventually being a gym owner. It sucks that I don't live near you, and therefore can't, go to your gym. But I share and tell everyone I know about your videos. Thanks again for everything you do, and I will always TRAIN UNTAMED.
THANKS MY MARINE BROTHER (Retired AF Here)!!! I'm considering opening my own gym and NEEDED to see this video... GOD BLESS YOUR EVERY STEP!!! TRAIN UNTAMED!!!
I just want to thank you. Through many of your videos you helped me to get the right form for my lifts. It helped me to recover from small injuries, to progress a lot better and finally this kept me motivated to still hit the gym 3 to 4 times a week. Thank you for beeing an awesome coach, an awesome dude and for beeing honest. You make this videos to help your audience whereas many other youtuber would only upload shitty videos with no information, actually only clickbaiting and trying to earn money by fooling their audience. If I would live in the USA I would totally love to meet you or visit your gym. Keep up the fantastic work, stay passionate and again: Thank you! Best regards from germany!
A true motivator, Devildog. I first saw you in Tony Sentamant Real Life Tactical training. Little did I know you are a Marine and this video is a perfect example of the Marine mentality. Amazing job in your struggles and journey. God bless you.
This is a GREAT STORY!! I can relate to you, been playing sports since I was 6, served in the army for 6 yrs and just been working, but the biggest passion I have is training and training athletes. I want my own gym for the youths in my city for athletic performance and a sanctuary for them to stay outta trouble. Thanks for posting this vid! Definitely inspiration.
Thank you very much Alan. I only started lifting I’m November & have only had enough shoulder flexibility to squat since December. Getting stronger has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. It brings small victories every week & helps with my depressive head. Your videos are both inspirational and instructional. I really would like to thank you. Your purposefulness, tenacity, humility & gratitude shine through in this video. This video has been a real shot in the arm. Thanks again.
Hi, Alan.. I'm a 11b in the NG and discovered your vids when I was on deployment. I can definitely relate with the gym being a sanctuary where you're actually in control. Your videos literally taught me how to lift. Thank you so much for that. This vid was super inspirational and helped soldify/motivate me for training to go to SF selection. Keep doing what you do.
Manly tears shed.
Alan, you've been motivating me my whole time in this fitness life of mine. You seem to always have answers to all my questions, why does my back hurt when I squat, 3 days before you uploaded the exact answer. You keep my form on point and keep me motivated in the gym, life, and the business world. I've always wanted to open my own gym, but lately I've been skeptical. You've motivated me to rethink the idea, as it will always be on the back burner. I can't be the only one who thinks this highly of you, so thanks for everything man.
Thanks for your service to the country, your local community, and your followers. You, regardless of your intent, are an inspiration.
hes genuine. thats exactly what separates him from every other gym owner
i can relate in many ways - I'm in the RAF, and I'm leaving to become a PT and will work my way towards strength and conditioning coaching and will probably do massage therapy as well, the long term goal is to have my own gym..so excited to leave and start this journey I literally stay up all night planning things and working things out in my head.. I was fairly over weight when I was young, I remember my man boobs bouncing as we did PE at school and getting sores from where they would rub on my t-shirt...so that's when I first started doodling in nutrition and cardio - basically just removing all the junk food and doing slow cardio, I was only about 12, eventually I was underweight - and feeling just as bad about myself, which is when I first started actively gaining knowledge on nutrition, and training to build muscle at 13. since then, I've slowly changed my perception on training and now I train for mind and strength, I love helping friends with training and to reach their goals - I always wanted to keep this just as a hobby, but I feel now is the time to start a new page in my life...I have 3-4 months left until I leave... I used to have a garage gym too, I lived at my nans and when I was 14-18 I would train in the garage that I converted into a gym, It would be crowded with my friends and we would just train for hours and hours
The amount of passion in this video is unreal.
Alan, I would like to say firstly thank you for serving our country. I am a fan of your youtube channel and I have learned a lot about the correct way of lifting stuff correctly.
I am on my way to open a gym in a small town, doubting myself many times. Thanks to this particular video of yours. I am not going to let anything stopping me. Thank you Sir!
So bloody grateful you made it happen; on a completely selfish note, your basic programme got me started with powerlifting, and your videos have continued to help me get stronger since moving on from that. You da man.
Over the past year or so I've really enjoyed your videos, they are very informative, helpful and spot on.
I am also a small business owner and are currently going through the same things you have and probably still face from time to time. You pretty much confirmed the one thing I hear when I speak to other business owners. If you want to be successful in your business, you better be ok with doing it for free or it costing you for awhile before it will give you return!
Common denominator is passion and determination will most always equal success and longevity!
I can't say enough about this vid and how inspiring it was to me listening to your story. Not to knock your lifting vids but this post has reinvigorated me!
Keep posting, there are a lot of us that love it!
Ryan Keller,
Texas, USA
alan just like drew ski i been a subscriber since day one and its because of you that i found my passion for strength training you and elliott hulse are idols to me. my life changed i went from being no one to being someone in my life. depression hit me hard and i didnt know what to do until i discovered your channel and saw you squatting. all i had was a bar and 4 plates of 45lbs. but as i saw your videos of how to squat my form went from half squat to ass to grass in a matter of weeks. i finally joined a gym been training for 4 years now and i always wanted to do strongman workouts. you are an inspiration alan thank you for your knowledge of lifting. i hope one day to go to untamed strength and TRAIIINNN UNTAMMMMEDDD!!!!!
Man, respect to you. One that risks to make a step, starts and finishes marathon faster, than the one who thinks about it but instead goes for a pint. #IronBrotherhood
That is actually the most inspirational video I've seen on RUclips - beats videos that are meant to be "inspirational" hands-down. Well done Dude!!!!
I'm starting to follow you months ago. You are the answer to all my questions... Your videos your web site the informations you provides the passion you put in!!!! I'm addicted to you :-)!!! So thanks very much Alan you deserve all this!!! and remember Train Untamed!!!!!! Ciao from Italy
Half way watching this... I got a teary eyes... you are so motivational ! Thank you from the bottom of my heart! and I'm a man.
Watched a lot of your videos. Never knew how hard you worked to live your dream. I respect that you kept that from me. No pity party here! Been fightin my whole life and I have no intention of stopping until I die. Lives (not stories) like your's helps me to keep driving me onward. Never stop fighting!
I've been following you for years Alan. I keep coming back to this video. You're very humble and determined. I admire your courage. Keep it up. Greetings from Switzerland !
I found your channel only months ago, and by now I've probably seen most of your videos. I've learned so much and progressed a lot the last six months, and a lot is thanks to your videos. I wish I lived in Sacramento so I could work out at your gym! Thank you so much for you channel, I hope you get everything you want in life, because you deserve it. Cheers.
That's the spirit Alan, great story! You miss 100% of the shots you don't take -> shoot for the moon, even if you miss you'll land among the stars.
Love your inspiring videos, far far away from Vietnam.
Just from a coaching and advice standpoint, as a purely beginner lifter, barely more than a year in and even less time finding tools and resources to do so correctly I've found your videos and instruction to be the most helpful. Not just in performance but in overall feeling better physically after a lift or a workout because of advice on how to do them correctly from your videos. I admit I wasn't fully aware of your presence outside of youtube but from this video hearing about more services you offer/ways to support you and your goals I'm more than willing to take the time and spend the money.