Why I'm Fat
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- Опубликовано: 8 фев 2025
- Service men and women put everything on the line for our country, including their lives. Many pay the ultimate price, but for those that are fortunate enough to walk away with their lives, their time spent in the armed forces can take an enormous toll on their bodies. Larry gives his personal account of how 20 years in the military (15 of which were spent in Delta Force) has taken its toll.
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My Martial arts teacher always told me before you mess with an old man you better know what kind of a young man he was.
That's a damn good saying to live by!! Your teacher is a very wise man indeed!!!!
right
That is now one of my new favorite quotes.
His name is Karl Geis he was friends also with Gene Labell, check out his resume.
Agree that but Larry is not an old man, is just mature
always fear an old man in a profession where men die young.
+Joshua Betthauser -- Sounds like the mindset of ancient peoples, back when life was only for the hard and strong. I'm going to remember this maxim.
"And Indeed they were the oldest soldiers of Philip and Alexander, war's athletes as it were, without defeat or a fail up to that time, many of the now seventy years old, and not a man younger than sixty. And so, when they charged upon the forces of Antigonus, they shouted 'It is against your fathers ye sin, ye miscreants;' and falling upon them in rage they crushed their whole phalanx at once, not a man withstanding them, and most of their opponents being cut in close quarters." - Plutarch ; The Silver Shields of Gabiene
Agreed. He only becomes that more dangerous. Now people underestimate him.
Interesting quote though Antigonus won the Battle of Gabiene.
A55tech While he did lose the battle it was due to Eumenes cavalry being out matched. The Silver shields were like Napoleons' old guard in that they were just a step above the rest
"While Eumenes' camp was being plundered and his left flank dissolving into rout, the Argyraspides(Silver Shields) advanced on Antigonus' phalangites. Completely smashing them, the Argyraspides routed the entire Antigonid phalanx killing five thousand men without a single loss. Eumenes ordered Peucestas to go back into combat with his cavalry and pursue the advantage, but the latter refused to move. Seeing this, Antigonus then ordered his light horse under Peithon, just finished plundering Eumenes' camp to attack the Argyraspides in their rear. However, the Argyraspides were not ordinary soldiers, instead of panicking and fleeing, they calmly formed a large square and safely marched off the field.
Although Antigonus was victorious, the battle's result was, like Paraitacene, inconclusive, with Eumenes still possessing a strong force. That evening, he attempted to convince the army to fight Antigonus again the next day for a conclusive result. However, his army was reluctant, as the satraps of this force wanted to retire to protect their satrapies. However, it was the Argyraspides who took matters into their own hands. Learning that Antigonus had ownership of their wives, children and the cumulative plunder of nearly 40 years of continuous warfare, they secretly opened negotiations with Antigonus for their safe return. In return for handing over Eumenes, they would get their baggage and families returned to them. Eager for the return of their baggage, the Argyraspides promptly handed Eumenes and his senior officers to Antigonus.
Although reluctant at first, Antigonus was persuaded by his army to execute Eumenes. Eudemus, who had come from India as an ally of Eumenes and was responsible for the recruitment of Eumenes' elephants and light infantry was also executed, as was the leader of the Argyraspides, Antigenes. The Macedonians of Eumenes were then drawn into the ranks of Antigonus' army. However, given the demonstrated fickle loyalty of the Argyraspides, Antigonus never used them in a battle. They were sent to the far off satrapy of Arachosia (in modern Afghanistan), where the local satrap Sibyrtius was given special orders to send them out in two or three on dangerous missions, to ensure they didn't survive and become a cohesive unit again.
It's a safe bet that Larry has had a more productive life than 99% of those "haters."
Correction: 100%
It's a safe bet to say 100%.
Combined times 8
Correction: destructive
They would shit bricks if they came face to face with him
When I lost my legs to an IED a few years ago in Afghanistan, I started gaining weight very quickly too. As a double above-knee amputee it takes a lot to adapt workouts to my new body but Crossfit and my new personal trainer have really helped and I’m finally getting back to my fighting weight. I’m proud to see you doing the same brother. Keep going and keep inspiring.
Adam Hartswick thank you, for your service and sacrifice.
thank you for your service. just keep moving forward.
Thank you for your service 🇺🇸👊🏼 God Bless
You got this brother!
Adam Hartswick thank you for ur service. As a Brit I’m proud our American brothers have a beautiful strong army. Thank you for your service to the world.
It's incredibly depressing that he felt he had to make this
Agreed, though Tiosh has a good point , too. LAV has trimmed down quite a bit since this video and is looking pretty fit these days. Bravo to him and his health, of course, but honestly, I kinda miss fat Larry. I thought it was really cool to see and hear all the expertise he has to impart as a true honest to goodness total badass, yet not look like a comic book hero.
He doesn't strike me as the kind of Guy who could be pressured from outside. He is driven from within, so to those who were ignorant and needed a little check, a warning bump if you will, and as encouragement to those who physically feel they can't do anything, I think his mindset was right.
He served his country with love and patriotism, and people still make fun of him
To be honest, not really, being fat without a good excuse is kind of anti-social, and he has gotten back into decent shape since this video which very good on him.
It sucks that food is malnutrition shit these days and that people have to struggle with obesity, it really does.
yeah...and pretty sure many of stupid people will continue calling him fat...
Dude, you’re former Delta Force. You don’t have to explain anything.
Rusty Shackleford he isn’t fat anymore
Justinitiative you sound stupid
A man stays in good shape
Your delta force your stamped you dont prove nothing...
you are the elite of the elite of the elite.... for life, and life after death....
@@TheFrenchmanCooks ok tough guy. What's your resume? Gtfo
Sir, you owe zero explanations to anyone! Thank you for your service.
very very very agree !!!!!!
Agreed
Thank you sir
Thank you for your service
A warrior's path is never easy
But the chance to experience living through it is more than enough honor & privilage.
Here's to you
From a future USAF PJ
This.... who the fuck people think they are to comment on someones body.
It is interesting to see those that can keep fit vs the medication side effects to dampen the pain of the accumulation of injuries...God Bless You
15 years ago I was on Fort Bragg bringing my kids for a visit. There was a super nice guy who spotted a our family tourists who were lost and helped us get straightened out. I always wondered who that man was. Today I realized that the very fit and friendly man with the sabre on his shoulder was Larry Vickers. Mr Vickers I will never forget your kindness to my kids and myself. Thank you and all your peers for your service.
I call my belly my extended winter operations sustainment package.
Barron & others: ☝🏼 First thing my First VA Doc. said to me: “THIN, will exacerbate many health challenges,
more than FAT (within reason!) will.”
This is perfect😂
ayy nice
The EWOSP is standard issue for all mall cops.
I'm going to start using that!
I'm a disabled Vietnam vet. I understand the sacrifice you made and I thank you. Don't let those who have not served get you down. Thanks for your service and for sharing your knowledge.
Thank You Sir for your service!
+runnerpsu thank you for your service, from the proud son of a Vietnam Vet. My father was a Navy Corpsman.
It was my honor to serve this great nation! Please thank your father for me.
I'm not American but I appreciate your bravery and willingness to serve your country, but outa interest (don't take this as me trying to offend you) what is your outlook on the war?
No offense taken. Man has gone to war since the beginning of time. Some wars, such as WWI and WWII, were unavoidable. I thought Americas involvement in Vietnam was unwarranted. I thought going into Afghanistan was warranted. I think our involvement in Iraq was unwarranted.
***** As someone who makes his living in the fitness industry let me tell you that all these jackasses making hateful comments about you being fat, likely don't go to the gym themselves. We have an infestation of mediocre people in this world who all they do is criticize and belittle. They have never done anything of note, they will never do anything of note, and their only defense mechanism is talking shit on the internet. Pound sand is the correct response to them. Many of us who don't comment much appreciate your service and the information you put out. Best wishes on feeling better and your fitness goals.
Aye! Layne Norton watches Vickers Tactical! and agree. The fitness industry is full of idiots and hypocrites. Don't be offended by these ignorant children. And thank you for your service *****
There is a people problem in this country. The problem is; it's no longer considered socially acceptable or legal to punch deserving assholes in the face. In the days of the founding fathers if a man insulted another man he had better been willing to back it up. Often to the death. It's no secret the pussyfication of America has become a disease.
Brad Sauls Anonymity has also done it, people can post whatever hateful shit they want here with no repercussion. They hide their faces and names while they talk shit.
It's not about killing each other over insults. It's about a general lack of honor in society. It is the symptom of social decay that people think they can say anything they wish without being held accountable. Your sarcastic comment just helps add justification to my argument.
"Sarcasm is the lowest form of wit." -Oscar Wilde
Marcus Hagey To be fair, _killing_ each other should be left behind. But basic brawls over some shit should be left primarily out of courts. I agree with the freedom of speech insofar as it deals with beliefs and politics. But not _everything_ should be acceptable to say, including bullying, slander and the like. That can cause damage and even indirectly cause things like suicides and mass shootings in rarer cases. Having a bit of an aggressive release before such things would ease tension in society, and bring some form of reprieve from the constant intrusion of laws on our society I mean, if two people willingly (with witnesses or a video tape) get into a brawl, as long as neither sustain injuries that prevent them from going to work the next day, what is wrong with that? Most people aren't eve articulate enough to fight verbally for what they believe in, so it's not like fighting verbally or physically will make any difference to anything. But the positive of the physical side is that it adds some relief from natural tension of our aggressive nature.
My first day on Ft. Bragg, 2006, during the introduction, a Sergeant was telling us (this was when the deployments were CONSTANT rotations in and out), "If you see a guy with a maroon or tan beret and a belly, maybe it's because getting shot in the midsection or blown up can make sit-ups difficult."
I never forgot that, or what it meant.
You don't own anyone an explanation for anything, Mr. Vickers.
Sit ups don't have much to do with how fat you are. Idk too much about these things but I think a 30% bf might indicate a better prepared higher performance soldier. Calories encourage physical recovery and high bf% lowers chance of dying in hospital. Up to a point.
Max Booth i mean you’re not wrong, but that’s not really the point lol
Sounds cool but lacks any sort of knowledge in nutrition or training in the slightest. You don't get fat from not doing sit-ups. Dude looks thinner nowadays though & that makes me happy.
@@maxbooth179 not the point
@@Eric-469 it is the point
Not fat, just an absolute unit.
14miki You're an alt right nobody and a degenerate.
comparing the vid from now you can clearly see that he did a lot to put out his weight
@14miki Anti-War?
@@dogestranding5047 he's not alt right the alt right loves the military
@14miki The fuck are you doing here then? Go spout your shit where it belongs, the dumpster.
Larry Vickers is Solid Snake
I don’t think he owns a bandanna
Great example of trolling @Maple Flavor - you're a jerk
Maple Flavor it must feel good to sit behind your computer screen and talk shit about a man who made a difference in this world and for many ppl , but I'm sure when you look in the mirror you see a real piece of shit who's farther should have pulled out
Lars Agerbæk Vickers? Vickers?! VICKERRRRRRRSSS!!!
Maple Flavor stop being a fucking kid. When your whole body is messed up and you can barely walk, add in painkillers and you will gain weight. Who cares
Man you don't have to explain to anyone. You are a hero and a stud..fuck the haters
Right on!
He visited my hometown and I went to his booksigning event. I was shocked, because he shed A LOT of weight! He looks like a million bucks now! Supremely supremely inspirational!
Listening to this means a lot. Most of this reminds me a lot of my dad who spent 15 years in special operations and described it just like you did, Larry. He was in a helo crash where he was the only survivor. Ankle replacements and a torn up body from years in special operations, GRS, and being a police officer left him totally battered to the point that every morning I had to watch my dad struggle through pain to just walk down the stairs to take my sister and I to school. Not one time did he ever regret it and I appreciate this video more then I can say. He didn't talk too much about what he did in the military but when he did I loved hearing about it and since loosing him last December, its nice to hear a story like yours that reminds me so much of him. Thank you.
NotSoRichBatman
Hope you are doing well 1 year on 👍🏼
My father was special operations too (GOPES Mexico) before he died he always told me to respect those who served their country even if it not your own. Sometimes when I was younger he tells me stories. I was 11 when he died and now I’m in college doing criminal justice and hope to become like my father one day.
He wasn’t fat, just thicc.
He’s fine now though
Ehhhh he was like pushing near 300 that's fat. 250 is husky lol
Mike that is gay asf
Castrated That’s racist.
Larry THICCers
Castrated 😂 you lose 20 pts for not seeing sarcasm genius. Have some dessert 💩
Life after the Military: Why a lot of combat arms Soldiers and Marines get fat
1. Staying in military shape is a job in itself.
2. Injuries you've obtained during military service accumulate over time. It's like having a small crack in a windshield. Eventually over time, it can get worst.
3. Back injury. The cost of being in the Infantry or any Special Operations outfit. And re-occurring back injuries are career killers.
4. Knee injury. More common among Airborne types.
5. "Going to sick call for an injury is for pussies" rhetoric. Very common among Infantry units that do too much stupid shit to try to be "hardcore." A lot of military related injuries can be avoided and save taxpayer dollars in the long run by doing smart PT and not trying to look like what they see in the movies. Plenty of vets could have avoided permanent injuries just by going to sick call when they were really hurt.
6. In comparison to military life of the sorts, civilian life is like slamming on the brakes at 100mph. Why? Because combat arms has always been physically high speed.
Very true! All of these statements are true for many many soldiers, not just the infantry.
Training and training and training regardless of MOS will do this to you, some more than others.
I know infantry guys who have less injuries then combat support guys, then I know of guys who didn't come home and guys who have no injuries.
Like my service, everyone's service experience is different.
I know guys who got more injuries training for deployment then actually deployment itself.
Army Ranger who just finished ranger school, then breaks his back during a training exercise, and never even gets deployed.
Another Ranger gets deployed multiple times, and gets out healthy, it's just crazy how things are different for everyone who serves.
The tone of feelin like a pussy for going to the doctor is a major inquiry producer for sure.
Great post brother!
Major "injury" producer I meant 👆
Infantry can be a real crippler, depending on how many years you have in.
KillerSalmon It also depends on how "hardcore" (aka idiotic) a company is trying to be. I've been in one that was over the top stupid, one that had common sense and one that was just bat-shit lazy.
Nailed it right on the head. My knees are absolutely gone, and my back I have to take good care of. I have trouble staying in shape and I'm only 27. Those who've been there know exactly why we get fat.
God bless you Larry. I worked hard and lost 100 pounds in the last 3 years. One of the best things I've done. I'll be 70 on my next birthday and I want to be around long enough (and well enough) for my grandkids. Your service and your youtube content are greatly appreciated.
Larry is looking pretty trim these days amyway
Just watched him in his latest video on BCM forearms, he really trimmed down and looking good. Not an easy thing to do when you wake up every morning with the kind of pain he has.
The variable he doesn't mention once in this video is diet...I'm guessing he's leaving it out deliberately because that's the REAL problem that he doesn't want to talk about. The sort of dramatic weight loss he's had in the last year or so is commonly seen with gastric bypass patients, so that surgery or something similar is my guess.
@discorperted That's the dumbest thing i've ever heard. When you wake up everyday in pain it takes its toll emotionally, and it's a lot of stress on top of everything else he already does. Very easy to see how you could just not give a shit about what you eat if you have went through and are still going through the stuff Larry has.
@@strangelove770 I had some pretty dramatic weight loss but cutting out carbs from my diet. No surgery necessary.
If you're a SF veteran you've earned your fatness. Dude was grinding harder than most people ever will for 15 years.
AlrightAlright Alright Noone has to justify how they look. If you want to be fat, be fat. This is America.
Isaac Plumbo it's unhealthy tho
Harry A. Ness He was willing to die for your freedom
Avery Bondeson really? My freedom? When did my freedom became threatened in the modern world? Also, how did he exactly fight for my freedom? Lastly, when did America face invasion from another country in the modern world?
I'm not in the military but I'm willing to die to defend your freedom. Patriots don't earn a paycheck and bitch about being fat because they blew up some village in Cambodia.
I am 37 years old and a 100% disabled veteran. The Army considers me retired, well at least that is what my ID card says. Sound pretty good to be so young and be retired, but it kind of sucks when you come to realize why. I wont go in to details about things I did or how I got hurt, but I will explain what is wrong. Though I am not fat, I am broken down. In fact people look at me and cannot believe I have the problems that I have. I still lift weights but that is my main physical activity. Running, climbing, and playing sports is out of the question. My left leg goes to sleep and my lower back cramps up if I carry anything heavy on my back. Shit, it even hurts to weed eat after I mow the grass. Nobody believes it when I tell them these things. They just go off of what they see and that is not really a good assessment or a fair one. People do not understand that there are two factors that effect the body, age and mileage.
1) Two compression in the cervical spine and one collapsed disc at L5S1.
2) Collapsed left arch and herniated ligaments in left foot and ankle.
3) Arthritis, bone spurs, and stress fractures in/on left elbow.
4) Arthritis left and right ankle.
5) Carpal Tunnel Syndrome left wrist.
6) 3 concussions
I sound like a fucking a game of dice when get out of bed in the morning. When I get cold and wet everything hurts. People older that me like to give me shit and tell me that I am too young to have problems. That shit gets on my nerves. They have no idea what I have done or where I have been. There are a lot of guys like me who gave their all to the military. Call it patriotism call it, psychosis call it an excuse, but no matter what you call it; I call it my reality. Larry may be a bit overweight, but so what. Many of you that watch these videos are overweight too. In fact most of the guys I see at the range have guts and spare tires.
thank you for your service
Right there with you, I am 100 percent medically retired, probably haven't done a quarter of what you have but I did my years in the 10th mountain broken as hell.
+INFIDEL12 gaming climb to glory brother. 10th mountain 2nd BCT 1/89 Cav 08-11. I'm broken as hell too.
+Jesse McMahon 1st brigade 3/6 FA
Always nice to meet a fellow soldier from the 10th. Sure don't miss our 6 mile runs in -48 degree weather haha.
When stationed in Germany, I was a Retention NCO. Whenever the Delta recruiter came around, I would assist him with the recruiting effort. I can tell you 70% of the soldiers that volunteered to try out could not pass the initial 5-event PT test. - Tough mentally as well as physically. Thank you Mr. Vickers
@@yesterdaysnews3524 You sir, are either uninformed, ignorant, or both.
I can testify on the life of my children that this is true, and it was how it worked at the 1Ist Inf Div (Fwd) in 1985-86.
I would screen the applicants on paper, (eliminating anyone that had judicial or family issues pending or in progress, then set up the use of the movie theater for one of their members to come give his recruiting speech. At that time, any E-5 or above (with at least 2 years TIG and 4 years TIS) could apply for the school. They encouraged all E-5's and above to attend the presentation, but it was actually voluntary to attend.
After the presentation and individual short interface sessions 1-on-1 with the presenter, there was a PT test (5-Event) scheduled. You had to pass this to be considered for the next steps. (My involvement stopped there, but if it was needed, I would set up the transportation to/from the pool for the swim part of the test)
It really chaps my backside when ignorant people like you feel like you have to question what someone posts. I was there. I know how it worked then.
If you were there, or you were involved personally at another location, then you are qualified to make your comments based on your personal experiences. My post is my own experience, and is not yours for questioning.
Do no post on what you think or perceive how it worked, as it simply makes you look stupid.
If you do not believe it, or disagree with it, then keep scrolling you little ignorant turd.
@@yesterdaysnews3524 They used to send recruiters to different Army Posts in the 80's so I don't know why you're trying to insult the man
@@yesterdaysnews3524 they do. they say their with "usasoc". there's a memorandum out with requirements. if you really wanted to get into contact with a recruiter you could.
I wasn't any type of SF. I was just a grunt in the Corps. But those 4 years, and the 2+ decades of police work (work related injuries), combatives training, BJJ, K9 work, a motorcycle crash, multiple car crashes, and age (I'm 48 now) have taken their toll. My shattered leg hurts every day, my back hurts, my shoulders hurt, my ankle hurts, etc. So I have nothing but respect for you, Mr. Vickers. I'd pick up my rifle and follow you any day.
Fuck the haters. They couldn't carry your sweaty jock strap, on their best day.
Carry on, Sir.
Thank you for your service , sir.
@@shootem5568 No thanks necessary. I just did a job that had to be done by someone.
@@scout3058I hear ya man. You're a lot braver than I am. Just wanted you to know how much I appreciate and admire the job you boys do.
@@shootem5568 I'm not brave, brother. I'm just to stupid to stay away from dangerous things. Like a moth to flame. Lol.
Thank you for appreciating us, though.
Rah brother ..6 in the usmc infantry I'm 49 and give no fucks
We had the best job ever
Kmf
LAV, I know you probably won't see this, but this is so damn motivational! I'm young-ish. Going on 32. I have 9 pins in my acetabular, and 5 in my humerus, Both on my dominant side. I feel 50. Watching this 2 months ago made me get back in the gym. I'm getting to my goal of being in the shape I was in at 22. I may never be that in shape, but damn it, I'll try like hell. Thank you for all that you do.
Just to add. What you've done for this Country, is nothing short of heroic, and you ARE very lucky to be here. Keep up the good work. I've seen the results on your instagram page. F the haters. God bless.
+SheepDog0311 Hope you reach your goal bro!
Carlos Los Thank you sir! I'm making steady progress, and that's all I need for now. I really appreciate that.
+SheepDog0311 Thats good to hear yo! I really hope you make it without getting hurt or anything like that... Good luck an b safe!
+Magnus Fullauto Damn that sounds rough, I hope youre doing ok bro...
Welp. Larry aged out of this video. Dude looking trimmmmm.
RIP Thicc Larry. Love ya man.
why does this comment read out like he’s dead
he's saying the fat Vickers is gone. which makes this video sort of pointless...
@sp10sn thank you
@@sp10sn There was never a fat Larry Vickers. Only Larry Thickers.
@@roadhouse6999 Thiccers
My buddy Justin was Delta and he has nothing but the highest regard for you Larry! I like to talk to him about stuff he went through and he talks a lot about you and the things you did for delta!
Thanks!
I was about to comment on one of your videos yesterday that I had been off your channel for a while, had randomly decided I was gonna come back and check what's up, and had noticed you had lost a lot of weight and looked pretty good. I started typing the comment but decided against posting it, fearing that someone might twist and turn it into something negative.
12 hours later, RUclips put this video in my suggestions. Weirdly sharp on Google's part. But yes, you look good.
Only in the new age can a teenage no body call a ex tier 1 operator "fat". The internet is a funny thing.
Agreed 🙄
Pretty much, that's the problem with today, too many people speak before they think.
Nate very true
Youve been doing great on the weight loss though! Keep it up buddy!
Only on the internet people can talk shit but in real life they won't be able to say anything or do anything...I remember watching a video of a pencil neck teenager trying to pick a fight with a veteran, by the will of God the veteran spared that kids life...
The title of the video has a typo... it should say "Why I'm Supremely Awesome"
The disrespect breaks my heart!!!!! All respect to you!!!
Respect this man. You are very lucky he still posts.
Thank you very much for your service, Mr. Vickers :D
+Michael Froelich
No need for you to tell anyone anything. ever.
+Michael Froelich ---- You're an Anti- American TROLL, and TROLLS are defined here:
www.psychologytoday.com/blog/your-online-secrets/201409/internet-trolls-are-narcissists-psychopaths-and-sadists
+Michael Froelich Usually I don't respond to negative comments. You shouldn't too. I made this comment just hoping someone would agree, not to check how many million haters I have.
+Michael Froelich Like I said, just gonna ignore everyone.
+Michael Froelich Everyone has their own opinions, and I have my right to express mine. The world is not yours. I am not digging my head into the sand, I'm just trying not to waste mine, or your time. Please talk kindly next time.
Anyone with a career like this should not have to explain themselves to anyone. Thanks for your service
Mr. Vickers, you're big because you earned the right to be. Thank you for all of your sacrifices. I work in EMS and one of my favorite patients is a quadriplegic Air Force Pararescue operator. Many blessings to all those who run towards what others run from.
Larry, you were in Delta, we can only imagine how many engagements you participated in and friends you lost. Everyone ages, and we all gain weight as we age. I still wouldn't try to pick a fight with you, I know what you operators can do hand to hand. We won't even discuss the damage you can do with a firearm. You're a bigger badass in your 50s than most men will ever be at half that age. Keep the content coming. We are all watching to learn
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Thank you for your service Larry. We can only try our best
You’re an inspiration Larry. Thank you for your years of service and sacrifice for this country. God Bless America
I spent 9 years in the US Army Infantry and I feel like I'm 10 years older than I really am. I'm just now getting back into serious fighting shape, and I can't even keep up with some young crossfit guys. I'm surprised and in awe of Larry's dedication after all the dust has settled.
Thanks for your service.
Spent 33 year in the service. I wish I would have been able to do what you do. Thank you for your service.
Mr.
I served on the same post
You ain't gotta explain a damn thing to me
I knew you fellas, y'all are crazy
I'm just glad you're still here
Sharing knowledge
Mr. Vickers, You do not have to explain anything to anyone, Thank You for your service from another Vet.
@@EasyPeasyLemonSqueezyXD Shut up
@@striker6240 what the fuck are you on about ?
I cant believe some people. Whats with calling him fat! Hes a middle aged guy FFS. Hes retired. So what if he likes a good steak and a beer every now and then. I think he deserves it a little easier after serving his country (special forces or not).
I would bet the commentators are like that because they are basically very unhappy with themselves.
lol nice one.
Rich77UK agree with you, this guy served our country with honor and he deserves nothing but praise and respect!!!
Rich77UK
He deserves a statue or a bust of himself
Rich77UK ON E
I love looking at vets old pictures! Respect. You have every right to relax sir
It’s freakin awesome.
The Deltas are silent. Which is more than I can say about the SEALS.
A big reason why Larry never talked about his service years at all before this video. Had he been a SEAL it would have all been out there since the beginning.
Absurd Hero What’s the joke, you get two things when leaving the SEALs: a book deal and a movie.
T. Astrong aren’t collegiate writing classes and “how to talk to publishing agents,” part of BUDS?
angela merkel black hawk down
i think SEALs are the posterboys of SF. theyre double as a propaganda tool to show the world how powerful the US military can be. meanwhile delta does the actual clandestine shit that the public can never know about
Hell yea brother! Thank you for everything you have given for me and my countrymen. Thank you to all those who served and have served. Thank you.
I knew you were a veteran but I never thought delta force. That's badass and wish you the best. Much respect and best of luck with your weight loss!
Larry you are a huge influence on why I stayed military and even went contract route.
Wish you’d post again
I admit that I'm one of those that called him fat.
Now, after watching this, I regret it immensely.
Larry, I salute you. I love watching your videos and I love the fact that you gave your best years to the country.
I am humbled by your history and I apologize for even thinking that you were just another over the hill operator.
One thing though…….as much as a badass I know now you are, it really wouldn't hurt if you smiled more. :)
More power to you and all your endeavors.
Good job for being a man and being able to hone up to it.
good, i am happy you regretted it
Tmonster Cook And who the fuck are you?? I don't need your approval windbag.
+jpracingph lolololo
+jpracingph he's tmonstercock
Thanks for the motivation! I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer upon my return from Desert Storm. Unfortunately, that pretty much ended my career in the Army. Your right, I wouldn't change anything. Being a member of the 160th SOAR was one of the proudest moments in my life. Rock steady!
Respect from England. Had each others backs for over 100 years.
Jay M Based on what?
Jay M shut the fuck up what does that even matter!? Without you we would have lost and without us you would have lost, in the end we really did have each others back in the war regardless. It's good.
People like Larry Vickers are the reason why we sleep calm and live a peaceful life. God bless this amazing hero.
Its hard not to love this guy
I just ordered your 2 point sling a few days ago to replace the 3 point that I’m currently rocking in Afghanistan. I bought it after seeing John Lovell demo it. Didn’t realize that it was an American owned company, and that it’s owner was such a badass. Guys like you are what motivate me in this profession!
Thanks!
From one veteran to another thank you for your service...haters going hate, nothing but love for ya brother!
It's 2021 right now and I've noticed considerable progress in Larry's fitness. Found this video just now and I gotta say, good work so far! We'll be here for you every step of the way man!
God bless you Sir, Thank you for your service.
Larry, you're a 52 year old, and you aren't fat. You're a good man. Keep it up.
Thanx !
Vickers Tactical Larry you don't have to explain squat; those of us who know who you are appreciate what you've done.
Sic Semper Tyranus brother
He is a great man, but he is overweight. As Rainer Sherwood said, the two have nothing to do with each other.
By telling someone who is overweight that they are not overweight, not only are you lying to them and insulting their intelligence, you're hurting them by suggesting that they don't need to lose weight. Mr. Vickers will be healthier and live longer if he loses weight. Why, then, would you insist he doesn't need to lose weight? Think about it.
I'm sure Mr. Vickers will change his life for the better.
(And to reiterate, telling him he is overweight is not said to be rude, but of concern, just as a doctor would tell a patient that they are overweight, to promote a change in lifestyle to become healthier and hopefully live longer.)
Arma Letalia compared to many Americans he isn't particularly overweight. He looks like a typical middle aged man in the developed World. You cannot be the same size at 55 that you were at 25. Sure, more exercise and a good balanced diet excellent idea (me too), but concentrating on weight per se is thoroughly misleading.
Rainer Sherwood But he really isn't exactly fat, you should see most 52 year olds. Visit mcdonalds sometimes, you'll know what I mean.
God bless you and all those like you, Larry. This video is gold. Love your work and the videos you do. Best of luck, God bless the USA
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Which god?
TheMawsJawz TM the last sentence sounds a bit too patriotic
Matteo Kropej And ?
An Amazing Game's Logo Oh no, wouldnt want to sound patriotic... Every other country in the world is 10 times more patriotic than the U.S. , we're a bunch of spoiled brats.
I'd love to see some keyboard warrior tell a Tier One operator he is fat to his face.
Lol
LMAO
It would be like the navy seal copypasta coming true
Honestly Most of them would probably laugh. They’re super laid back and cool guys in real life. They’ve seen war and violence and want nothing to do with it now.
I'll do it, we'd both have a chuckle and rub our bellies together.
I'm relatively new to your channel and being from Canada not in tune too much with US Military lifestyle. I have had made a negative comment on a video.
I would like to apologize officially for my thoughtless comment.
You keep up the good work Larry and I wish you live a long healthy life.
Thanks for everything you've done.
Much respect!
Larry don't worry about people's negative comments. Half of those people are couch potatoes. We love you in Russia! Keep it going sir. And thank you for your sacrifices.
Aleksandr Tsoy- u menya yest vopros...
Aleksandr Tsoy youre a fucking cool person bro! I love Russians! Hi From Philippines
Russia is cool!
Thank you Russia!
From America with love. I hope our leaders put our differences aside.
You’re a Hero and a grown ass adult! There is No reason to explain your self to anyone. Thank you for your service sir 🇺🇸
How is this even relevant? This channel isn't about being fit, Vickers isn't a beauty model.
I watch this channel because I have an interest in firearms and military tactics and Vickers is doing a outstanding job as host.
How little decency do one posses to actually try to body-shame a +50 y.o. veteran?
Elestro Air-soft U are certainly right. I'm all about practicality over flash. Years of running, swimming, killing and being away from there family will do it
You need to explain yourself to no one, Larry. Your body. Your life. Your choice. All these armchair critics opinions mean absolutely nothing. Keep doing what you do... Fuck the rest.
#ECHOSEVENNINE right on brother! Larry a vickers did not have to make this video. His background speaks for itself! None of these lame brains couldn't do a 3rd of what he's done. And that's a fact!
Amen broo
EchoSevenNine Furthermore Larry, if your Country needed you again, to train people, or to take up the call, those pounds would fall away because you would commit 100%. Old War horses, their training, instincts, knowledge and muscle memory and experience is all there, fitness comes and goes, but the mental side of it, means that a Greenhorn might beat you over a 100 metres, but you've still got the smarts and won't fall apart because you've been tempered by the Anvil of Conflict. But I think alot of the haters don't realise what happens in middle-age. Plus you've earned the right to have a second helping of whatever, when those "Arm Chair Keyboard commenting heroes" were ordering their "Chai Latte's to go" then driving to the Office, you were in the field eating MRE's, living out of your pack and putting your life on the line. The fact you are still doing CV is good man, just don't cripple your knees, hips or ankles or later life will be awful.
EchoSevenNine He's still fat.
EchoSevenNine While he didn't need to explain himself, it was definitely nice of him to make a video about what made him who he is today. I already know the overweight veteran story, it's a very common one, but not everyone does. It was good of him to educate his viewers on the issue.
Better to be a warrior in a garden than a gardener in a war. Massive respect from the UK Larry! Keep going strong!
I have been watching your RUclips videos from oldest to the newest. Some I have watched 3 and 4 times. I came across the "Why I'm Fat" and just finished watching it. I'm 68 yoa and have wrecked my body to a great extent, not from sport or play or making money but from service. I appreciated what you had to say to the "haters" and I agree, "pound sand." Thanks for your service brother.
Who cares if Larry is fat he is a badass with guns, and he was in Delta Force
The funny thing is that this video proves that to make a person lose weight you just need to call them fat enough. He got tired of it and hit the gym.
True, but in the end he should hit the gym because he wants to be healthy. Not to get some people on the internet to stop doubting his actual prowess just because he's fat now that he retired from service. Especially since he doesn't have to prove anything to those idiots.
Fat or not, that man could kill every one of us with his damn eyes closed and one hand tied.
Brandon Cole yeah the man is a legend
Fridrick The IV since when did People call him fat? Fuck I would rather call a dumbass who doesn't do anything a fatass instead of someone risking his life even if people are with it or against it I give my respect to the soldiers not the people who started it
No need to explain, those who know understand!
RAZORJB That .
BrokenTengu99 Those .
Absolutely!
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Lol !
BrokenTengu99 HEHE!
Was Larry in the Battle of Mogadishu, possibly on one of the downed Black Hawks? If that’s the case damn dude, I saw that picture with the 2 deltas receiving the Medal of Honor and immediately recognized their names as they are legends in my book, but so are you Larry.
No I was not there on October 3rd
@@VickersTacticalLAV Dear Mr. Vickers, as i read Delta was formed in collaboration with the GSG9. Is that true? If so, did u had training or contact with them? Thx , big fan of your channel.
John Deez my guy we’re not in world war 2 😂 stop with that old ass name reference
@John Deez Many modern western spec ops are based on the sas, in terms of training and recruitment. GSG9 was also kind of pioneering in regards of counter terrorism after munich went to shit, ever heard of gsg9 boots used by delta. Just a boot, ye however i read something sometime about a collaboration of em. But u don t find much of it by regular searching, thats why i asked. Wiki says SAS, well done u can use Wiki. I don t mind the kraut, Doughboy
@John Deez my god I wish you could be waterboarded rn, too bad it's illegal smh lmaooo
Mr. Vickers, we appreciate you and Thank you for everything that you have done and for everything that you do. May God Bless you and your family. I wish you a full and speedy recovery from your recent illness. Do whatever works for you and your family. In my opinion you are an American hero and Patriot.
100% Respect for Mr. Vickers and his service to our country.
I do salut you, you gave it all, as my father did in WW2 in Finland, and if war brakes, i also am going to fight for my homecountry,Finland!
MrKeys57 fight for Nokia now please. We need Nokia now.
My great grandfather fought in WW2 in Finland as well
*breaks
4:00 is one of the sagest pieces of advice I ever got. This is honestly something not enough people appreciate, and it needs to be said more
I feel that with your resume and great sense of service/integrity, you shouldn’t ever have to explain yourself on this. You’re a real hero. Thank you so much Larry. 🇺🇸
Thank you for your service Mr. Vickers. BIG respect!
all respect to you sir. and merry Christmas
Not fat, *THICC*
Lol, awkward.
I like Guns 👅💦
I like Guns Larry Thickers
Good on you man. Making such a brutally honest, positive video. You already had my respect, but now you have 10x more.
SHEEEEIIIIIIIIT! Not anymore, brother! Looking sharp lately. I hope you are feeling just as good. Kepp giving it heaps.
THIS GUY SURVIVED 3 HELICOPTER CRASHES!!!
hello4231 Yea. If I see him sitting next to me on a flight, I'm waiting for the next one!
@@PaddyInf Larry would probably be the lone survivor because one of his carry on bags is a parachute.
Not a big deal. I survived 2, wanna eat my shit now?
@@tdurden9532 "my dick isn't quite as Big as his but is still a bit bigger than the dude who survived zero crashes" the simple fact the dude survived a rare and often deadly event not once or twice but three times is pretty spectacular, no need to be a dick about it my dude.
Don’t get in a helo with him. Could be lucky or it could be that helos are looking to fall out of the sky.
Really great sincere video. Thanks for sharing this.
The flip side (and I'm sure I'm not the only one to say this) is eating right. It is killer hard to eat less than you want, and eat healthy less tasty foods ESPECIALLY when you're on the road when you're always eating out. Restaurants were set up to sell you food that makes you full and happy, not that leaves you hungry and healthy.
I sincerely hope that the other comments on here are also encouraging, you deserve it and should get it given not just what you've been through but having the balls to come out and say and show this. My 2c.
Being hungry is not healthy. Being hungry destroys your muscles in any physical demanding task. It's not about how humgry you feel yourself or how not hungry you feel yourself, it's about what you eat. When i'm eating burgers i can eat a lot, but don't feel full. My pro tip: eat bread. Just plain old bread. Put a bit of chees on it or maybe a small slice of meat. Heck put nutella on it. You eat a few and you are full. You eat a burger you are full. But the bread is a lot and a lot better. Bread won't make you fat. What you put on it will make you fat. So dont put a lot on there. Whole day bread with one hot meal(no pizza, vegetables with maybe 200grams meat max) and you will feel full.
Wim van Eldik Actually there have been more than a few well researched studies which show caloric restriction will increase your life expectancy, and that means feeling hungry. They are an extreme, and not one I would recommend, but the truth is given how much we typically eat and are used to eating, feeling hungry is just a part of dieting.
Bread, particularly ones not made with whole grains, are actually not recommendable for dieting. They are basically empty calories, and on top of that have a fairly high glycemic index. When you're dieting, this is the opposite of what you want, what you want is high nutritional density foods while limiting calories.
I really wish RUclips allowed links to citations......
Wim van Eldik
Hmm...Personally I'd say to do the exact opposite, and nearly eliminate all breads from your diet in favor of natural fats, meat, and veggies. And if you do have bread, to make sure it's not from modern Dwarf wheat, but instead Einkorn wheat, or barley.
The Adkins diet has been pretty proven to work, I've seen it first hand. So you shouldn't need to be hungry to be healthy :)
But hey, that's all just my 0.02¢.
Wim van Eldik eating bread is bad. carbs are the devil. eat meat.
SavageArms357 I can see, mentioning diet, I kicked a hornet's nest.
Praise the Lord!! Thank you for your service Mr. Vickers and for fighting for our country to ensure that I could serve as well! Now I was only a mere Combat Engineer, but it is because of Warriors like yourself, my 2nd Dad and many others like yourself that make this country so great and give the opportunity for others to follow the path y’all cleared for the next generation!! Again, THANK YOU for your service and may God bless!!
I salute you sir, thank you for your service. I am from montreal canada, but i sure can respect a brave man when i see one.
Thank you for the sacrifices you gave for our country. All of the blood, sweat and tears are greatly appreciated, brother. God bless you and yours!
You have accomplished way more then most Americans ever accomplish in their lifetime. You don’t have to explain anything to anyone. God bless you brother.
Appreciate your service and sacrifice to our country. I to just retired here at Bragg after 20 years with 14 of that in USASOC (38B). The pain sometimes of just getting going in the morning is always gonna be there. And funny because I’m loosing feeling in my right leg and it sucks. Don’t regret a thing in my career, I’m in a good place in life and still get to work with and around our nations best.
Recently started watching from the UK and frankly it was clear to me from the beginning that you were ex forces and knew your stuff, your appearance didn't really occur to me until I came across this video. As a heavy 46 year old I have to say that if all these 20 somethings think staying fit in middle age is easy, well they'll learn, it comes to us all eventually, even if you haven't spent a life putting your body through extreme physical punishment. Don't pay them any attention.
Will do Andrew ! Welcome !
andrew blackmore
Well said.
Bro you achieved probably the hardest job title known to man, you guys are as smart as a college professor and the strongest/most fit warriors on the planet. Trust me you earned your right to look and do whatever tf you want
Respect from Canada, Larry. Thank you for your dedication and sacrifice.
Such a professional and calm response. Thank you for your continuing service sir.
I was taught no matter the height,color,width,race,religion,gender,of a person that i should respect them and treat them equally,and thank you for your service sir
True Patriot here - thank you for your service.
Hi Larry. Weight issues are something that most athletics who's sport deals with a lot of muscle mass tend to have after they retire. Unfortunately it is the price they pay for the dedication in building up that muscle mass. For our SF heroes it's the same. You body just shows the marks of a life of service. From Ireland I salute you and thank you for your service. Respectfully. Paul.
Paul Doyle Because they refuse to adjust their diet that's why. I'm gonna be that guy. No bullshit, poor diet makes you fat.
Even though I am just now watching this video, I'd first like to thank you for your service, Larry. A late family friend served in 7th SFG in the '80s and '90s (Ronald Merle, if the name rings a bell), and I have a very special place in my heart for SF servicemembers. Secondly, I must sing the praises of practicing yoga. There are veterans who have experienced profound healing from it physically, mentally, and spiritually, and this seems to be particularly true for those whose bodies were never the same after serving. Lastly, I can't recommend the book The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk enough. Bessel's work with Vietnam veterans is powerfully chronicled in the early chapters of the book, and that work paved the way to the discovery of healing modalities such as yoga, theater, and music. Many blessings.
Larry I went to SFAS 3x and I still couldn’t get it right. It’s been difficult watching my friends be successful and staying positive. I’m still in uniform and trying to make sense of the experience, but your statement about leading a life worth living made me feel a little better today. Thank you.
This is coming from an incoming intel guy. I ship out in about 23 days as of this post.
I would love to drop a packet and attend SFAS in the future. I know it means nothing, and it sounds patronizing, but I really admire your dedication and perseverance. Who the hell sends themselves to Selection three times? In a weird way, your comment also inspires me like Larry does. Grit is everything, isn't it?
I hope you can still maintain that fire in you, and even if you may not find success as a quiet professional, you can still be a 'quiet professional' in your own way. Take care.
A hardy boy. Always looked up to you guys. I was a mere ground pounder. You guys were our gods. Peace be with you brother.
Propaganda
Trolling?
Abstract Smith you ever figure out who Larry is? Or do you just troll me incessantly?
Some people just don't understand what "sacrifice" truly means. We give more than just our time. Rock on brother!
Quite possibly my favorite video of yours. Most might not understand why, but to me it represents LV’s recent battle with diet, and note he won once again. Thanks for all those years of service, Larry. We ALL owe you one, and you’ve earned the right to do whatever the hell you want to do without judgement.