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- čas přidán 18. 01. 2024
- “For the past 33 years, I have looked in the mirror every morning and asked myself: 'If today were the last day of my life, would I want to do what I am about to do today?' And whenever the answer has been 'No' for too many days in a row, I know I need to change something”.
- Steve Jobs.
Thanks for watching, if you want to help me achieve one of my new 2024 targets then please consider subscribing to my channel. I’d really appreciate that, it helps motivate me and keeps me wanting to make more videos.
If you have any New Years Resolutions that you would like to share then please feel free to share them in the comments below, ill always reply to anyone willing to share what they’re up to.
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I usually watch your uploads whilst doing a couple of hours of zone 2 on the indoor bike. Last year I had double hip surgery which put me out for nearly 4 months (on the back of 5 months off the previous year due to the then unknown hip issues I was getting). Whilst on recovery from that surgery, I set myself a goal of doing Ride London (100 miles) in under 5 hours and the Dragon Ride Grand Fondo (130 miles with 11,400 ft of climbing) as an incentive to get fit again in 2024.
Last week I ended up in hospital with severe chest pain and got told I have inflammation around my heart due to a virus. Initially it's just 2 weeks of complete rest then a re-scan. If the inflammation is still there, it's 6 weeks rest with no exercise. If it's not better by then, then it's 3 months rest with no exercise and further investigation.
Feeling pretty down at the moment but your channel really does keep my chin up and keep me focused on my goals, (even when I'm watching my fitness slide away with nothing I can do to stop it). So thanks Ryan for putting so much time into the filming and the content of seeing someone who isn't super fit aiming to achieve their goals. I know everyone watching appreciates it a lot
Thank you Zebeddy for taking the time to write this comment and for being so honest. Comments like yours reminds me why I make these videos. The challenges you mentioned are inspirational (and sound incredible) but your ability to keep your chin up throughout your obviously challenging health issues is even more inspirational.
I genuinely hope you start to feel better soon, remember “it's always darkest before the dawn”.
I just did 30 mins on exercise bike lol I need to lose 10 stone or Ive had it
As a 100kg+ rider myself my suggestion would be prioritise comfort, it doesn’t have to be the most aero or lightest bike. Get a bike with relaxed rather than race geometry, something that can fit at least 30mm tyres and ideally disc brakes as they will have more stopping power so you will be more comfortable and confident descending, I would suggest a gravel bike or all road bike rather than an out and out race bike. And if you can try and get a bike fit first. And congrats on your upcoming wedding
Thanks for the tips Will. 🙌
Ryan, seeing those older clips I can’t believe how much you’ve changed.
Tell me about it... Getting asked for ID is a nightmare as my passport is still an older pic. 😅
Great targets! I'm hoping for a solid year of running. Did my first ultra of the year on the 13th (Bowland), got four more booked in. Hoping to work towards something big in 2025.
Thanks Fiona. A solid year of running is always a good aim. Wishing you all the best for your training. 👍
Love watching your videos. Much better than watching TV. Nothing better than watching a good person set and achieve their goals. We all love to watch our favourite sports stars but I have to admit that there is an equal passion to witness you win your first Zwift race.
As far as buying a road bike. Get a bike fit first. It’s about £200. You don’t need your own bike. You need to find 2 measurements that fit you. Seat stem to handlebars and top of seat to peddle. Once you know those 2 measurements buying a new or 2nd hand bike will be easy. If you have a budget of around 2.5k look for a 2021 Giant TCR or a Giant Propel. Those bikes comes with a Shimano Ultegra group set and a dual power meter. Most power meters will set you back £500 so to get it with the bike is huge.
Thanks for the tip Paulo. I'm pleased I'm better than TV... 🤣... I might have to get that on a Tshirt. 😅
Good luck with your 2024 goals.
Cheers Vdog. 🙏🙌
Great goals for 2024. As a cyclist i would advice you to choose a bike which is comfortable. If you want some affortable bike look at a Cube or the Lapierre Pulsium. I am driving an Aero bike but that's not the best to start cycling outdoors.
My longest ride until this year was 230 km. This year on the 5th of august I wil ride 350 km. It's not an event. Just a solo ride from my house to our holiday destination. So this will be a mental challange.
Sounds like a great challenge. Good luck and thanks for the comment. 👍
If Running with Andy can smash his best in 5ks and 10ks, I don't see why you cannot.
Great video, please keep them up. I find you videos inspiration and motivating. I started following you when you were posting the winning on Zwift videos. You have motivated me to do a 5k this year. Unfortunately there isn't a park run culture where I live but there is a park with a gravel path so I'm going to do it there.
In 2023 I lost 50 kg through diet and Zwifting, from 135 kg to 85 kg. I was originally motivated because I had signed up for a 50 mile IRL ride for the previous 3 years and didn't do it because I wasn't in good enough shape to do it. I was able to both do that 50 mile ride as well as another one. From the little that I've seen you do in Zwift and your other videos and what I know about large group bike rides I know that you'll be able to do it and enjoy yourself.
Here is my suggestions for your bike. Either an endurance road bike or a gravel bike and a bike fit. Some bike shops will give you a fitting and will recommend bikes based off of the fit. I don't know if they do them in the UK but I had a RETUL fit done and it was the best thing that I did for my bike. A lot of time was spent on getting my cleats and shoes positioned so that everything was in line and comfortable. I personally ride a Giant Defy and I'm very happy with it. I also use it on my trainer for Zwifting so it gets used almost every day.
Thanks for the comment. Amazing achievement to finally get your 50+ mile ride and congrats on your weightloss.
5k in any parkrun is a Parkrun PB in my books. 😉
Thanks for the bike tips. I'll defo look into it. 🙏👌
Congrats on getting an outdoor bike. It’s an absolute game changer 🎉
Haven't gotten it yet but I'm looking forward to it. 🙌
@@RyanCondon whatever bike you do get just make sure you get it professionally fitted. I made the mistake of thinking I could do it myself and riding was uncomfortable. It wasn’t until I’d had it done professionally that I realised it was like I’d been running in the wrong size shoes the whole time. I’d also recommend buying the bike from a local bike shop that does mechanics too. It can be a touch more expensive but in the long run works out cheaper because they’ll give support for small mechanical tweaks etc that ordinarily they’d charge for. Plus they give great advice for picking the bike based on where you want to ride it if that’s just on roads or sometimes on gravel too.
I started off watching because I shared your goal of breaking 30 minutes for the Parkrun 5K. I also share the self conscious teenage daughter who’s gone from getting up at the crack of dawn with me and loving any activity to getting up at the crack of noon and hating the very idea of running. I did manage a 29.40 parkrun but was then injured for 12 weeks and today I smashed 34 minutes ( 33.59) on my way back to sub 30. I was 66 this week so I don’t know if I’ll make it but the journey is maybe as much fun as the arrival. Anyway good luck in 2024 - I shall be watching all the way. Good Arrows! 🎯
Fantastic time to get back there JB! Im sure you'll achieve sub 30 again and hopefully when you do your daughter will be there with you.
It is annoying when they pass from enthusiastic child to reluctant teenager isn't it!? Mine are slowly coming around to the idea of running more with me, at least they said they will. 😅
Thanks for watching and commenting. 🙏🙌
Only recently started following you but looking back at your vlogs what a inspiring person you are. Bravo sir. As a fellow runner/zwifer I commend you. Never ran an ultra but done 7 marathons and have my 8 in Oct this year. Good luck on your journey my friend 😊
Thank you for your kind words. I'm pleased you found my channel and enjoy my vids. Welcome.
Congrats on your 7 soon to be 8 Marathons. Amazing stuff 🙏🙌💪
Fab targets! New to your channel, love it. Like to hear if you get injuries and if so how it effects you mentally when you cannot train.
Thanks! 🙌
I got an ankle injury and made a video about it. Luckily I'm injury free and have stayed that way. (touch wood). 🌳
Re. purchasing a bike, if you can afford it I would look at getting something mid-tier. Chances are you are going to absolutely love riding outdoors and if you buy something super cheap you are very quickly going to look for an upgrade. Mid-late 2010's 2nd hand carbon with a Shimano 105 level groupset is something that will set you up for years to come. Fantastic channel mate
Great vid fella, proper inspiration! No need to go mad on expensive road bikes, comfort however is really important. Don’t scrimp on cycling shorts. The expensive ones are expensive for a reason… they are quality. Looking forward to following your journey through 2024 💪🏻
Thanks Steve 💪
My own journey with Zwift started in June 2023, although I've been cycling IRL for decades. I am very addicted to Zwift and coming across your videos has been part of the fun of exploring the whole world of content and motivation surrounding the software itself. I love watching how you are getting on, and my partner (who doesn't cycle at all) loves watching them too! You're attitude is an inspiration. 🙂 Keep it going Ryan, I can't wait for the next video and to see how it all un-folds! What a year ahead mate!
I love to hear this. Thanks for the comment. Keeps me wanting to make these vids. Good luck to you and your misses. 🙏🙌
Wow. Big year. Don’t forget the wedding !
I’m also riding the London-Brighton so will look out for you. Also desperately trying to win a Cat C, but have been bumped up to Cat B having trained for a ride a VEveresting attempt in Jan, maybe 2025 for you ?
Congrats on the wedding plans.
See you on the A25 in June
Cheers. Good luck in CAT B and your L2B training. 💪
The cats are based on your 90 days performance so will have to wait to see if I drop back to C when my everesting training and effort disappear off my calculations !
Thanks Ryan, you are a real inspiration !
Tonight whilst riding my first Cat B podium. Woo Hoo. I kept thinking about How much effort you put into every ride. Am I working as hard as Ryan !!
@@user-lk8nd2xt1n congrats on your podium. 🙌 Smashed it. 💪
I've signed up for Race to the Stones 50km on the Sunday! I've never run any event longer than a ParkRun 😬
Amazing thing to do. I wish you all the luck! 💪
Thanks for taking the time to comment and share. RTTS is an amazing event but I'm afraid to tell you that when you've finished you'll be signing up for 100k. 😅
Love your videos, very inspirational. Me and my husband are both cyclists and completed LEJOG in 2023 and got married on route at Gretna Green in our lycra!! We are looking and planning various events this year. Ive started running too which I find tough but with the aid of zwift for cycling and running we will keep training. Good luck with 2024 you will smash it 💪
Thank you! And congrats on your lycra wedding, amazing!
I'm pleased you like my vids. Good luck on your running, Zwift has made me a much better runner. 🙌👍
Good luck Ryan!! I’ll be along for the ride cheering you on!!
Cheers NED 🙏🙌
Just getting into cycling myself. Decathlon has some nice bikes for a reasonable price. I almost got one of them but ended up buying a used bike for a bit cheaper. Haven't ridden outside yet. It's been probably 20-25 years since I've done that so I'm a bit nervous about it.
I know exactly how you feel. I'm in the same boat. I'm probably going to go down the Decathlon route. 👍
Dude, you're awesome to watch. I such as you are infor my biggest year in cycling. Trying to do 315km sub 9hrs i june and a 160km Gravelrace in sep. Also been thinking about a Marathon (in oslo) but I don't know if im there yet. We have a stubborn winther here in west sweden so. about -20 deg outside. So Zwift it is.Anyway, keep up the awesome work that you do.. Best regards Markus
Crikey, those are some serious endurance events. Also, sounds like a wise choice to remain on Zwift in -20 temps. 🥶
Thank you for taking the time to comment and watch. good luck!!!
@@RyanCondon you should try "Vätternrundan" a great trip around a big lake called "Vättern"..
Great video Ryan!
My partner and I are both doing Race to the Stones this year as our first ultra. Your original video from 2019 was a big influence on us signing up. We’ll keep an eye out for you at the start line.
Fantastic Joe. It's a great event. I hope your training goes well. 🙌
Jesus man this is epic. Well done. I wouldnt of guessed you and the guy with the drone or suit were even the same person. Top man
It's a nightmare going through customs at the airport.
Thanks for watching. 💪
Keep it up Ryan.....what a journey so far! I'm a 100kg zwift newbie as of this month and have trawled through your vids more than any others! Top man
Cheers Rozzerbob. I appreciate that. 🙏👍
I'm sure you can achieve your 25 minutes target! I usually train Thames river side, Holland park and Hyde park
My main goals in 2024 are half marathon sub and 1000 subs (channel opened 01/24) I guess I will start with Victoria Park or Battersea
slightly easier routes.
Good targets. Congrats on new channel as well. 👌 Thanks for watching mine.. 👍😀
You talking about the 5k PB got me pumped! I believe you got this!!
My resolution is a 1000km cycling ultra Race.
Also, even though I think this sounds negative I want to say it: please take care and watch out for injuries. You might want to push yourself and do the best you can to reach your goals, but overtraining is a real possibility. For example I had feet/knee injuries that did not allow me to run/cycle for 1-3 months. That sucks so much and I would hate to see that happen to you. Even though I am sure that would still be a surmountable and valuable experience.
Hope you stay healthy!
Thanks Bart. I appreciate the comment.
First of all... 1000km on a bike is unbelievable and a race to boot. Amazing ambition! Good luck, keep me updated.
In regards to injury, I do try to remain sensible but I spent nearly 40 years "taking it easy". I want to enjoy my new found fitness freedom before I get too old. If you know what I mean. I do rest, when I'm tired.
Thanks again for the comment and good luck in your race prep. 🍀🙏
Good luck, Ryan! I hope you smash your goals! 💪 Your videos are inspiring
Thanks Ben. I'm pleased you like the vids.. 🙏
Hats off, respect to you Ryan always enjoy you content. But love all the things you have signed up for, I can't seem to find enough in me to sign up to things because of health issues, I'm trying work through them one by one. One bit advice of bikes, is which ever bike you go for get a proper bike fit, I'm having mine on the 29th Jan, I'm hoping to tick one of my health issues of the list, saddle sore and discomfort. I only have a commute bike to go to work, then if it works out alright I'll be joining you as a zwifter.
Good luck with the wedding.
Thank you sir! I hope you have a great 2024. Good luck with the bike fit. 👍
Big congrats on your upcoming wedding!
I’ll be at Race to the Stones on the Sunday, my first ultra!
Good luck with everything 😊
I hope I'll be finishing Sunday so our paths prob won't pass but I wish you luck in advance. Thanks for watching and the comment. 🙏🙌
Great video Ryan. Thank you for sharing personal things with us. Gratulations in advance on your wedding in May. My only new year resolution is to be a better man than I was In 2023 and keep working on my physical and mental health.
In regards of cycling/running or whatever I do I have never been the strongest but I got heart and so do you :)
Best regards from Norway. You will get the things you seek where you least want to look. Hence to that massive 27 something hours you got through that Stone thing. I`ll leave with my personal quote I use in every day life.
"Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can."
I like that quote. It's strangely appt right now I think.
Thanks for taking the time to comment. Being a better man than last year physically and mentally is a great ambition. Good luck sir!
Really love your content, I wonder why its taking so long to get from 2k to 3k subscribers amd beyond?
Not just because I think you deserve it, but because I think the world deserves it!
You can help so many people if CZcams would just get you in front of them.
Good luck with everything this year!
Thanks for these kind words.
It took me over 3 years to get to 1k subs and 2 months to get to nearly 3k subs. So I'm getting there. 😅
Since uploading consistently I have seen more success sharing my story. Thanks again. 🙏🙌
I´m sure it´s because he is talking way to much in videos like this one.
I understand there´s a message, and it´s his channel to do what he wants with it, but people nowadays want´s more contect, more action, more than just words.
I know i do, and i don´t watch all of his videos to the end, when it´s just talk.
@@NeekeeDjessin I don't normally reply to comments like these, the internet can be a strange place but I have some time and maybe it'll help others understand why I make videos in this style so here it is. My channel is not an action channel Niki, there are plenty of other great 'GoPro style' action channels you can watch for that and I'm sorry to say my style of video isn't changing any time soon.
I always appreciate anyone watching my videos, I never take anyone for granted as when I started I did so with zero expectation of anyone watching. The fact that you watch them as do may others (According to CZcams over 30k people) I am happy with this progress and I am now seeing growth that I did not expect. I also see overwhelmingly positive responses and comments which I appreciate even more as this helps motivate me and others into trying new things and believing they can do things they may have otherwise thought impossible.
The analytics also show me that I have a good retention rate in comparison to other videos in this genre, so... Stats I suppose!?!
As I said in response to the OP (who asked a good question and my response is not a reflection of that question) I started Vlogging and Journalling my videos as I knew I had started something unique to me and I wanted to document it and I am very pleased I did. I also started with zero subscribers, it took me three years to reach 1k, I'm now about to cross 3k in less than two months (still tiny but it's growth). Not bad eh?!
It was a big decision I took to share what I do on CZcams, I make next to zero monetary for the hours of recording and editing it takes to make these videos and for that I like to talk about my progress. Thats it! Simple as that! I am not a fitness CZcamsr but I do make videos about fitness on CZcams.
I make these videos 50% to be watched and 50% as a way of journalling what it is I'm doing and why. That means "talk" even if it is "way to much in videos like this one".
If you're here just for the Zwift videos (and I'm guessing you are) then there are 100 other far better, far more explosive Zwifters that you could watch.
If you're here to watch a once hugely overweight bloke attempt the impossible whilst he chats about it then welcome.
Dear@@RyanCondon, it was never my intention to bash your channel or your work.
I love to watch you on the bike on zwift, and i´m rooting for your first win!
I totally understand everything you said, and i absoluttely appreciate people doing their own thing, creating unique content.
I have thousands of channels to choose from, but you are on of the few i enjoy following (for the content i enjoy watching).
I wish you all the best mate, all the power to you!
@@NeekeeDjessin thanks for taking the time to reply. I appreciate your support, good luck to you on Zwift. All the best.
Ryan, ‘you have nothing to lose’ but it all to gain… Keep ‘following your heart.’
Will do! Thanks James. 💪🙌
newly subbed and looking forward to your 2024. on my own journey and looking at direct drive trainers to improve my cardio and stamina for 2024. as for what bike to get ive been working in bike shops for 15 years so let me know your budget and ill happily give suggestions, its a buyers market right now new and 2nd hand.
keep up the top work
Thank you for the sub sir. I appreciate the offer and may ask when I eventually get around to buying. 😅
nice. we're a similar weight and speed. i did my first 50k last year, this year i'm aiming for two 50 milers. also aiming for 25 min parkrun! (currently 31)
Fantastic! Good luck in your training. 🙏💪
Sounds like we've got similar ambitions.
Awesome Video Ryan ,sure you will smash this year ....I will see you on the start line of Race to the Stones in July...
Thanks Steven. I'm sure you're as excited as me to hit that start line. 💪
I'm on the race to the stones this year as well
@@dannyh7290 see you there. 👍
You inspired me to start creating video's as well! I wish you all the best for 2024!
Fantastic. I'll check out your vids. 🙌
I’ve got the same Zwift goals as you and I’m also buying my first road bike to start commuting to work (when it gets a little warmer!). As somebody who researches things to death, I think the the Triban RC520 road bike is a good option. Not horribly expensive, can take wide more comfortable tyres, has disc breaks, and a load of gears. Looking forward to seeing how you get on with your goals this year.
Thanks for the tip. I'll check it out. 👍
I've commented on this twice but they keep disappearing :-/ Anyway, great work Ryan. I was just going to recommend Decathlon's entry level bikes. Superb value, and as good as bikes costing more than twice as much. Several options in the £400-£800 bracket. Cade Media have some good reviews on here.
Do you know what, I was considering Decathlon. I don't have any long term riding plans so not sure if I'll keep it after the ride (might sell it or not, depends) so this entry level makes sense.
Also, don't know why your comments got removed, not using potty language are you. 🤔😁
I'm pleased this one appeared, thanks for the tip. 👍
@@RyanCondon I've got three bikes from there and have done 100+ mile rides on them no problem. And like you say, very little lost if you don't like it or keep it. No potty language, although I typed them while on Zwift with sweaty fingers so who knows!
I did race to the stones over two days after being inspired by your vids. I’ve now just entered RTTS 100k non stop for this year 😮😃 might see you there 👍🏼
Wow! That's awesome! 😮
Congrats on doing the two days, having done 100k straight through I reckon stopping to sleep on a rock hard floor halfway is harder. 😅
True!
Brilliant vid. RTTS - awesome event, you will smash it
Seeing your videos on RTTS made me enter it, and it was the hardest but most enjoyable challenge I’ve ever taken part in
I’m looking to start running again this year, and want to get another 50km & 100km under my belt
I’ve recently catted up to C in Zwift, but want to get to B by christmas (very hard and not sure if it’s doable)
I remember you smashed RTTS. I appreciate your kind comments.
🙏
Congrats on your C promo. Seeing your Zwift rides, You'll get to B in no time.. 🙌
@@RyanCondon I hope so but it’s going to be difficult, I’m like the slowest of the slow in C right now, but it can only get better (cross fingers.
Big congrats on the wedding too
Ryan you do of course need a carbon fiber aero bike with D12 and Zipp 303 wheelset 😊. Best of luck for 24, I'm truly looking forward to watching your progress.
That sentence even sounds expensive. 😅
Keep up the good work! I am also on a fitness journey.
Thanks. 🙏
Good luck in your training. 💪
Consider some well fitting and well made bib shorts for L2B. I can't stress how much you will thank yourself if you do. You dont need to spend a fortune, but buy nice or buy twice.
Thanks for the tip. I'm more worried about stopping and forgetting to put my feet down. 😅
@@RyanCondon ha, 100% chance of that! Na you will be fine. I look forward to racing you in cat C....
Excellent update Ryan. However, a drawback of so much aerobic exercise is the loss of muscle mass. Now that you are lighter you can perform exercises that otherwise would have been frustrating. You should add calisthenics and body weight to your current routine and focus more on body re-composition. Losing an extreme amount of weight may have taken a toll on your original muscle mass. Bigger muscles especially as we age have a huge impact on life quality and expectancy, health, and staying lean long-term. I agree, now that you are at 100 kg it is time to stop thinking about losing weight and redefine your fitness strategy. What you have done so far is impressive, keep it up. I enjoy your Zwift videos the most, I can't wait to see you upgraded to the C category.
Is that a long winded way of saying 'don't run'? 😅
@@RyanCondon You should always do what you enjoy the most. As long as it keeps you active. I suggested doing even more things to keep you motivated and curious through your fitness discovery journey. At your current weight, you can do whatever you want without limitations.
I imagine you could find a good beginner roadie bike from triban at a local decathlon since your in London. They are rated highly as beginner bikes from my understanding
Thanks. You're not the first one to suggest this. I appreciate the tip. 👍
@@RyanCondon best of luck! I get a lot of inspiration from your story and your videos. keep up the great work. 😁
I think you are going to be pleasantly surprised with how well you do on your London to Brighton ride going by your zwift videos! with regards to buying a bike fb market place is full of good quality second hand bikes I’m a fan of cannondale and giant bikes
I'll take a look. Thanks. 👌
I’m happy to help if you want some advice I’m no expert but I know my way around a bike and have a good idea of what to look out for
buy a gravel bike not a road bike. so much more versatile and comfortable.
Yes, something with plenty of tire clearance, but preferably smooth tread (assuming you'll ride on the road). Weight doesn't matter, but 'curly' drop bars will be best for long rides (like 54 miles) for different hand positions. Don't have to spend a ton, but something with hydraulic disk brakes will serve you well in all weather's. And, low enough gearing, maybe 1:1 ish would be good for that climb.
Love all of your content. You inspired me last year to sign up for the jurrasic coast 50k this year.
Curious question, do you have a trainer, or training on feeling?
Good for you. I've heard great things about the JC Ultra.
To answer your question.. I don't have a trainer, nor do I know what I'm doing.. 😅
I focus on my target (lose weight or run faster) and I do what I think will get me there with varying levels of success. I also prioritise doing what I enjoy as enjoyment plays a big part in motivation. 👍
Is this an arranged wedding? 😉
I know it's taking alot of arranging and money. 😂
Still waiting for your vegan journey that you mentioned last year…
Yeah. Procrastinating about this subject. It's strangely decisive for some people and working out a way of doing an entertaining vid about it.
first!!!!!!😄