Hit 325Lbs, 35, having a hard time finding clothes that fit signed up for a marathon that's next May. Been running/ walking for 6 weeks now. Tinny improvements i love your positive videos. You help me keep motivated and that I actually have a chance. Thanks for your help.
@MarkLewisfitness
2 жыл бұрын
I was about that weight at that age. Is the cool thing about tiny improvements - if you actually work out those improvements exactly and multiply them by a number of years you suddenly calculate that, if they continued at their current tiny pace, you would be a world record holder by the time you are 42 (or some other ridiculous achievement 😂) my point being, they add up! My kid was telling me that he was annoyed his benchpress had only gone up a few kilos in a month. I had to point out, that’s 36 a year….. by the time he’s 25 his bench would be world class! Just entered the slow climb upwards 👍🏼
@buddhahat
2 жыл бұрын
That's awesome Derek good luck with your training and preparation. You've set yourself a goal, now you just chip away at it. Cheers
@EnterTheFenix
2 жыл бұрын
Good work mate... Take care of those knees! and have fun progressing
@michaelsorensen7567
2 жыл бұрын
Check in, how's it going? Still on the tiny improvement train?
@leandropeixoto719
2 жыл бұрын
What's up Derek? Did you do the marathon yet?
@scoobtoober2975
Жыл бұрын
Splice in the ending sound clip of anguish and not being last. Amazing stuff. This is truly helpful. I haven't raced in 15 years. I have pretended the boogie man is coming to get me late at night on a run and it helped go faster.
@vertigq5126
2 жыл бұрын
Your dedication and ability is so admirable, thanks for sharing such great content with us man! God bless you!
@AdventureswithLenny1
8 ай бұрын
'A fog of Lynx' great line. Just discovered this channel its fantastic
@Qenny_p
3 жыл бұрын
This might well be your best video Mark! Best as in most motivational! Cheers
@BanjoBanjo1017
2 жыл бұрын
Coach Greg @ 9:27! Loved the advice! Will use
@Ub7m
2 жыл бұрын
I found just doing shortish runs maybe 4-5 miles consistently through the week helped affect mine vo2 max ,just trying to stay at my threshold......have a brief recovery then do another mile or so ...and when I do easy paced runs it tends to drop quite a bit ....I feel the shorter runs helps my fitness for a mid 50,s runner ... Keep up the good content 👍😃
@tman1500
2 жыл бұрын
respect dude. good results!
@ChrisP978
3 жыл бұрын
I reached my highest heart rate ever in a Zwift race, was already at 189 coming into the finish and had to throw down for the sprint finish and hit 201! I'm a year older than you. Also jealous of that 54 VO2max, just got myself back to 53 this weekend.
@braaaaaaaaaaaaaains
2 жыл бұрын
A heart rate of 201 at your age is absolutely bonkers. I am 12 years younger and I think my highest recorded heart rate is only barely 180 or so since I've started running again 1.5 years ago. I would actually be worried to hit 200. How did you feel afterwards ? My running VO2max peaked at 55 thus far, but I doubt it is extremely accurate.
@ChrisP978
2 жыл бұрын
@@braaaaaaaaaaaaaains Heart rate is very personal and not directly comparable, there is a lot of factors that dictate your max heart rate and it is more than just age. What I do know is that when I first started getting back into cycling a few years ago I was tapping out at 174 bpm, not because my heart couldn't keep up but I just wasn't taking in enough oxygen, VO2max was too low. As I got fitter I was able to push heart rate higher without any ill effects. I routinely hit 190 bpm on a max effort climb or sprint finish. To hit 200 I need to be pushing at max 2 minute pace and then try to turn it up to 11 at the end. Other than feeling completely exhausted from the hard effort I feel perfectly fine, but I'm usually only pushing that hard on a rare occasion, not daily. Running I can get into the 180's but I haven't tried a max effort 400 or 800.
@chrisvanbuggenum871
2 жыл бұрын
"A fog of lynx deodorant " lol!!!!
@Editor_Steve
3 жыл бұрын
I spotted coach greg lol. I agree 100 percent with everything in this video! Before you know it you'll be doing another video like this except swapping the letter B with the letter A
@MarkLewisfitness
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Steve, it was good to catch Greg after he whooped me in the race with Erik, you and the Vegan! Can’t believe I even get into B cat after I just started riding last year after watching Greg and realising big lumps can ride bikes too! Inspired me!
@dmoney8373
Жыл бұрын
“Old enough to know that no one gives a sh*t who comes where…” This might be the most clutch Pearl of wisdom Mark’s ever tossed us. Well done, mate.
@The_G
3 жыл бұрын
1:59 - “No one gives a shit who comes where” - Love it 😍
@XX-is7ps
3 жыл бұрын
My highest heart rate ever was trying to keep up with a fast group ride out on the road with riders far faster and fitter than me. It’s different for everyone but I’m the same as you - putting myself in a situation where I’m pushed to my limits by others better than me makes me work harder than anything else.
@patheddles4004
2 жыл бұрын
Weirdly, my perfect example of this comes from 20 years ago when I was the fittest I've ever been. I ran an 800m tryout race, trying to qualify to represent my college in some inter-college meet. The pace was incredible - I couldn't believe how fast we were going - but I actually felt pretty OK as I got sucked along with it. I mean I did come in dead last, but only by a split-second - I stayed in touch with the race all the way, and that's definitely my fastest 800m ever (by a huge margin).
@eddieg1386
3 жыл бұрын
what's so bad about floppy hair? some dude with floppy hair steal your girl or something? haha
@ticklezombie5557
3 жыл бұрын
When I first race crits, I got crushed and lapped within 15-20 minutes for the first 5 crits. I got fitter, skinnier and developed better bike handling skills than my previous 6 years of cycling. 👍🏻 Push yourself! Everyone has an extra gear (some 2!) in them!
@stuartfrancis519
2 жыл бұрын
Mark I am loving your content. It's inspired me to go and build my own pain cave and commence working to be above average. Your content is informative and inspiring
@richielavey1565
2 жыл бұрын
When I was in high school I used to row and I’d always run with the fast group, like two or three kids that were just way faster than everyone else, and I was sucking breath while they were casually running but I improved more then than I ever have
@bitminerbob6731
3 жыл бұрын
This has been my whole approach to Zwift racing. I'm 97kgs and a solid B grader, but I choose to race A grade (mainly flatish courses) to push myself harder. Racing A grade for me makes more sense and I have won a bunch of Zwift A grade City Crits too, so happy days. When I got into cycling about 10 years ago, a local rider who was also a coach said the fastest way to improve is to ride with those who are better than you. You end up improving fast or keep getting dropped!!
@mohzaher2000
Жыл бұрын
10:45 The best motivation speech I heard ever. It fits all aspects of life not exclusive to cycling or sports. Thanks Mark. A remarkable video 👍
@bitminerbob6731
3 жыл бұрын
Also :) love what you said about staying off the front and focusing more on the tactics of using the bunch draft to your advantage. This is my whole approach!! If you see a solo go up the road, let them go and only jump in with the train that chases that solo down. Never try and chase down that solo yourself. That is the #1 survival rule in zwift racing.
@dreambakes6007
2 жыл бұрын
I often wake up after what I think is a hard workout and feel disappointed I'm not aching. Perhaps this is the tactic I need. I do lane swimming (not very well)- should I try going in the next fastest lane or will people get annoyed if I can't keep pace and get in their way?
@cpruns4501
2 жыл бұрын
"But I'm old enough now to know that no one gives a shit who comes where" - Mark Lewis More true words have never been spoken!!
@jon040192
10 ай бұрын
"Coach G IFBB pro bodybuilder from Canada" Did I just stumble upon an accidental collaboration between Greg Doucette and Mark Lewis...?
@jeffward24
2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Boy... the UK Loves the word "Brilliant"...even when it doesn't apply, lol. Keep up the awesome work.
@amatoridrottaren
3 жыл бұрын
A-Men to that!!! Great work, and congratz to the new ftp. So much better chasing B’s than getting chased by cmen😅
@AnTalk_blog
Жыл бұрын
In another video you emphasized that people should not follow what you are doing because everyone is different. For example, I never race. I don't like it, do not excite me at all. I don't see the point of it. Last year I run over 1500kms and cycled a few hundreds but run only 2 time trials. A 10k and a HM. I reached my goal in both, improved from last year. No need to compare it to anyone else. I have a Tacx bike and still have a free voucher for Zwift. Never tried, didn't even register for Zwift. I prefer the Tacx app, it has videos and structured workouts. That's enough for me.
@RoyImahara
3 жыл бұрын
I need this right now. Been plateaued in cat C for a bit. I keep finding myself in the doldrums of race thinking about my average power and wanting to do more to push myself. Thanks for the insight.
@nathanchandler3587
2 жыл бұрын
Great insight into your mind on achieving results. Have watched a few videos of yours and my thoughts seem to mirror yours! I only run but the strategies are the same and I have got my best results from the same ideas. You only race 1 person, and that is yourself!, but those in front of you will drive you beyond what you thought was possible.
@richardbarnhill4794
3 жыл бұрын
Agree 100%. I know you are not a fan of golf, but when I play with friends who are garbage, tearing up the ground and such, my game suffers because I have no reason to try hard - but pair me with someone shooting near par and suddenly my game comes around! I've always heard it called "playing to the level of your competition" and I think there is definitely mental truth to that!
@davidmclaughlin5431
3 жыл бұрын
If I could only watch one KZitem channel, yours would be it! Also, I bet you could lift an additional 100 kg in that scenario. I've been in that type of situation and it's amazing what you can do in the heat of the moment.
@MarkLewisfitness
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks David 🙏
@gregnichols9363
3 жыл бұрын
another thing, I've found way more sandbaggers in a C race than B
@stephengillen1129
Жыл бұрын
Think you are missing the point of progressive overload.
@onlygazza
3 жыл бұрын
I’ve always done this in my sport of Mx, loads of people I know just stayed in the class where they win trophies and that didn’t interest me at all because I just wanted to be in the top group and that desire to improve got me there. Now I’m nearly 50 I think pretty much the same, I race for enjoyment and improvement of my riding and I’m just happy with that but I never race below my abilities taking trophies off others learning the sport.
@MarkLewisfitness
3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant attitude. 👍🏼
@kasuk
2 жыл бұрын
The comment about your wife and dog alone is enough for a subscribe
@axelfoley7696
2 жыл бұрын
I think V02max is linked to bodyfat?
@frankconte264
3 жыл бұрын
now that's one hell of a motivational video. awesome job on the races
@graham4099
2 жыл бұрын
I'm not getting beat by someone with floppy hair!
@simeonjones9227
2 жыл бұрын
I’m new to your channel, but I’m really enjoying your ability to motivate people by the power of your positivity and willingness to suck at something initially in order to push your boundaries. Keep on keepin’ on!
@michaelwright9101
2 жыл бұрын
Can you ram the other cartoon participants off of their bikes?
@eriksharar986
Жыл бұрын
Hi I’m new here. Do you have a vid on how you got started?
@belwynne1386
Жыл бұрын
Great vlog! Makes sense. Love your above average strategy.
@michaelshasha5996
3 жыл бұрын
Where you still in calorie deficit? Or are you back to eating normally for your weight. Am training in calorie deficit atm and it's going well but hard to push for PB's atm. If eating normally do you think this also had a big boost to your performance as your body has more fule.
@MarkLewisfitness
3 жыл бұрын
This week I’m in a very slight (if anything) deficit….I have the ultra on Saturday so need to be light but fuelled.
@lovenottheworld5723
3 жыл бұрын
You're carrying way too much weight on your biceps to perform optimally on a bike.
@MarkLewisfitness
3 жыл бұрын
I know! Good 😂💪💪💪
@WisePaul1337
3 жыл бұрын
I'm looking forward to hearing how the ultra goes.
@Bukoe
3 жыл бұрын
hehe for sure =) But damm its gona hurt, My bet is quad cramps for the last 20-30km.. Anyway thats always what I suffer from as a heavy guys as well .=)
@sxhrgvs
Жыл бұрын
Another great video mark. Well done.
@frabi23
2 жыл бұрын
You're right. No-one gives a shit. 👏
@gilbertamthor5098
2 жыл бұрын
Those are huge watts on ziwft! ! Well done
@pclayto3
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Mark, are you going to do a photo montage soon, showing your weight loss / body changing?
@MarkLewisfitness
3 жыл бұрын
Yes. Working on it now. 😄😃👍🏼
@BVIGrockle
2 жыл бұрын
"fog of Lynx deodorant" 😂😂😂😂😂😂
@katehillier1027
2 жыл бұрын
Gréât athlete but you will NOT push nutritional advice on me. Far too expensive processed. I prefer Mother Nature red meat butter cream veg fruit not this expensive formula nonsense unless I am missing something?’
@MarkLewisfitness
2 жыл бұрын
Probably missing where I pushed anything on anyone!
@tommyhayes8252
2 жыл бұрын
great channel....what's you recording setup there? Also what lights ? Fantastic shot Thanks :)
@clairhardywynn5620
2 жыл бұрын
Dear god I can tell ur vo2 max is thru the roof because u literally done that vlog without drawing breath 🙈🤣🤣 ……. Iv only just stumbled across ur page or whatever it might be called and I’m glad I did - I’m going to enjoy working backwards over ur videos …… Yh I know I should start from the beginning but I can’t wait to get to the end so I’ll start there instead 🤣
@alanseim9801
3 жыл бұрын
Again, excellent commentary!
@nicnak4475
11 ай бұрын
Thanks, Mark, I'm feeling positive energy ! 👍
@douglasbender1456
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another motivational video. I really enjoy your channel
@MarkLewisfitness
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching 👍🏼
@ukqwerty999
2 жыл бұрын
"Lynx deodorant" :)
@lessmith7906
2 жыл бұрын
Love the video,s, really enjoy the patter. Motivational. Brilliant Mark. Thanks.
@richardjohnston9131
3 жыл бұрын
Great tips Mark - backing Tip #1 and getting out of the virtual into the real by taking the bike into the great outdoors racing against people who know what they are doing has been a great motivator. Big up for Newark Castle CC who have organised a TT series post lockdown and welcomed newcomers like me; getting above average would be some achievement but just trying and the anticipation of the next race is plenty to keep the motivation. Keep them coming. The Doc.
@tomserghi3086
3 жыл бұрын
Hi. Enjoying your vids. I was wondering what garmin watch you use? Thanks Tom
@maciejguzek3442
2 жыл бұрын
that would be great advice.... except that I always workout alone. But I have no problem trying to push myself when it's the right thing to do.
@davidj2549
Жыл бұрын
"Being a one trick pony I was low on tricks" That statement just kicked me in the balls😂
@lewisjohn2597
3 жыл бұрын
Maaaan, just came across your videos....I dont know what is best, your training tips or your commentary hahaha!
@markevans7460
3 жыл бұрын
This certainly rings true with me also Mark. I recently ran a 10k race for the first time in a couple of years and smashed a whole minute off my PB. I’m doing the Oxford half marathon in October and am now thinking I can run a fast time because those around me will push me to run quicker 👍
@haroldhdknoxstreet-glide5331
2 жыл бұрын
Great 👍 agreed all the way 😎 how do You get VO2 measurements on biking? My fenix will only get it from running 🤪 now that my Achilles’ tendon is ripped I’ll be starting with biking and aqua gymnastics definitely not running. Any suggestions? My Oura ring 3 will be coming on Wednesday also got me the new series 7 in order to monitor my activity different than only fenix
@Raduldo
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Mark, I gotta say, as I watch your videos, I see that you had divers, smartwatches, gshocks on your wrist. That is a decent collection, any video on that topic? Of not, you can make it like, what is your day to day, activity to activity watch preference video. Thanx
@leonardfairground5937
2 жыл бұрын
Some great advice here and funny with it: I am not getting beaten by people with floppy hair. Love it. Good job, Mark.
@SuperstarSte79
2 жыл бұрын
11:08 absolute facts!
@occyman
3 жыл бұрын
100%.. I’ve always trained and competed with people that were way better than me. Yes you will suffer, but you will get better and eventually be one of them.
@andrewzach1921
Жыл бұрын
I am using you as a touchstone for my cardio results. I jumped onto a different bike trainer st the gym that shows wattage. Way different story now that I know my output. Working harder than last time to get to where you are. I am coming for you😂
@Bergholtdk1
3 жыл бұрын
Was scared joining a race too, Joined a C race and ended up getting DQ'd because of too high W/KG and a FTP increase of 24. Was supposed to be high in C, just never done a race before. Its wierd what that little catoon can drag out of you.
@crbondur
3 жыл бұрын
This is very true. I'm a member of a local cycling club with an "A" group (avg 19-21mph) and a "B" group (avg 17-19mph). I started off with the B's and found myself not too challenged on many rides. So, I started riding with the A group... and got dropped pretty consistently. However, I saw myself improving overall as a cyclist. So what are my plans for 2022? More A group drops... and maybe sticking with them a couple of times. Improvement is the name of the game!!
@FreeGoeland
2 жыл бұрын
how to use a big ego... ;)
@willie_bones
11 ай бұрын
Where is Nixon?
@heathwilliamson6236
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Mark any chance you can do something on your Wright training schedule and how you fit if all in with your cardio?
@jwags24
2 жыл бұрын
Hey man, love the watch on the NATO strap! Is that the seiko arnie?
@michaelolatunde2788
2 жыл бұрын
Another great video @mark I’m becoming a fan! Love the humour energy and candour! Keep going
@Journeyoflee
3 ай бұрын
Just brilliant 👍🏻
@Bultish
2 жыл бұрын
blood doping?? =P
@santosvella
Жыл бұрын
Totally agree if you surround yourself with people better than you, you will step up. Thank you for the continued motivation. Just the act of trying is enough to keep us going.
@Try_n_2Tri
2 жыл бұрын
You, sir, are real. Clearly off the dial fit and your attitude is awesome. It has taken me sooo long to understand your perspective and it is just healthier. Love the channel, sub'd. Your attitude is infectious and sense of humour is awesome. Keep it up.
@theaveragecyclist5259
2 жыл бұрын
Slightly older video but only just subscribed so it is new to me. Love the content and think I will follow your lead and probably get my arse handed to me on a plate in a B race next on Zwift, not before doing tomorrow's park run where by trying to stay close to the front door longer than last time makes me blow a gasket but has seen me climb from middlish half of field to recently top 15% but my son best me by all of a metre. Not tomorrow though, will aim for 14% and I will beat my boy, even if I leave the park on a stretcher
@joshsherfey
Жыл бұрын
“10kg on a PB” 😂
@euroswilliams7303
3 жыл бұрын
Don’t take your best effort as your FTP. Your FTP is there to set training levels and using your best ever effort may set your training levels too high. When testing your FTP level you should try and use the same protocol each time. That protocol is setup to limit variables so that you’re comparing apples to apples, a race does none of this.
@euroswilliams7303
3 жыл бұрын
@@KaiHulme-cm5co how do you know? The point of having structured protocol is that you know exactly what you have done before (each time you take the same test). Following a structured protocol removes the variables of preconditioning prior to undertaking your test. Also, doing a ramp test wouldn't be the best option if the prior test was a 20mim, 1Hr, or 4dp version. I couldn't (nor would many coaches) agree with your thoughts.
@vinib9981
3 жыл бұрын
@@euroswilliams7303 Sometime you should not let the truth get in the way of a good story…😂
@euroswilliams7303
3 жыл бұрын
@@vinib9981 😂 maybe but how many people see this and do the same, get a new FTP, fail on their next training sessions and blame the training sessions? 🤦♂️
@earlybird3
3 жыл бұрын
yeah man! thank-you. this video is so honest, and funny also. (also running downhill hurts.)
@rusty9501
2 жыл бұрын
Mark, I find this video very inspirational, thanks!
@andrewstringer8575
2 жыл бұрын
Doing my first 10k race on Sunday. Bring it on, needed to watch this video.
@aja5177
3 жыл бұрын
9:23 I think the guy ahead in pink is coach Greg?
@MarkLewisfitness
3 жыл бұрын
It was…..but oddly he got 300m from the finish (about 1 min behind me) and then dropped out ??? So he never showed on the race results. Not sure if he had a tech issue or just didn’t want to be beaten by me 😂 but as I didn’t know the circumstances I thought I shouldn’t highlight him in the race.
@KenoshaKicker
2 жыл бұрын
You’re a breath of fresh air. Love your channel and your wit.
@vickiw8988
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this. Im about to do my 1st proper sprint triathlon today. Its given me motivation to enjoy it and go play with the 'big' boys and girls 😀
@roxochri5
2 жыл бұрын
These may as well be rules for life never mind FTP or VO2! Great video
@davidlangstaff3741
2 жыл бұрын
How do you reliably measure your vo2 max (outside of a lab)?
@kcavag
2 жыл бұрын
Enjoy the witty banter and good advice. Thanks
@chrisswan3986
3 жыл бұрын
Also at the same stage the now. Sticking with a b group is so more enjoyable than coasting in c it's a bass when you get dropped tho almost impossible to get back in the group
@fionncorry5625
2 жыл бұрын
Yea I find when I’m doing a run I do a lot better when pushing to catch the person in front of me,it’s a massive motivator
@Filipp81
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this. I just registered for my 1st race and its 15k. As you said my fear was holding me back from running with others. This definitely is a missing link in my running life. And race falls on my mother's birthday so much more motivation to do it.
@tobiasalvarsson3676
2 жыл бұрын
This is just what I needed to hear. I'm way to comfortable in my current training group. It's time to level up.
@stevemayes
3 жыл бұрын
Did you notice that 6 out of the 7 "C" riders in the London race were actually B class? :-)
@MarkLewisfitness
3 жыл бұрын
Always the way. Basically, doing the opposite of what I suggest in this video 😂
@stevemayes
3 жыл бұрын
@@MarkLewisfitness To be fair, they hadn't watched it yet.
@MarkLewisfitness
3 жыл бұрын
@@stevemayes I don’t think watching this will get many people who race below where they should to stop mucking about. 😂
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