This Is The Hardest Part - Willy Weight 02 

G'day Legends, As I sit here bare faced....Yep The beard it gone! I realize I wont update you for the next 3 days, I am taking a small trip interstate to celebrate with an Army mate who has become a doctor now! If you're new here thanks for coming across, I served in the Australian Infantry from 2014-2021, With a tour to Afghanistan as a crew commander of a Armoured Mobility Vehicle. Upon my Return I was unexpectedly diagnosed with a Incurable and Inoperable Brain tumour that is slowly killing me. I was also awarded the Queens Order of Australia Medal (OAM) hence the post nominals after my name. Then Being medically separated from the Army I flew to Ukraine in 2022 for 6.5months and now make content full time. I really appreciate you being here Thankyou Support Channel directly: www.patreon.com/willybeatingcancer www.paypal.me/MWilliams745 MERCH willys-merch.creator-spring.com/

Hang in there willy. Love and prayers from Detroit USA 🇺🇸 🙏

I'm glad you're switched on about fasting, carbs and vitamin D. I was 108kg, now 73kg. Fasting was the key.

Good Stuff Willy.. I've made some changes myself over the last 6 weeks, doing "OMAD" Keto, and balancing electrolytes (less sodium salt, more potassium salt, reduces edema "water weight") doing more cardio than strength work (back and old lower limb issues, waiting on surgery).. down from 108kg to 96 .. feeling better for it..

I was the fittest person I knew pre- pandemic. The work from home world and other life developments has taken all that lifestyle from me and I'm a 10th of the bloke I was at 42 year's old. I've been trying to break the mental barrier to getting it back for a bit now, but watching you here getting after it is a great boost. I'm fortunate in that I dont get super heavy if I stop, so hopefully its a shorter journey back! Best of luck with the journey - the hardest part (resetting the habit) is done for you!

Love being here…thanks for having me. Wish I could be more a financial supporter. But I’m here, as are the many others. *Shout out…Rob…take Willy Texas Bass fishing! He’s scared that you’ll outfish him on his own boat. :)

Hi willy, big fan for the last few months. You're going great mate, your zest for life is inspiring 👊

I was told about intermittent fasting from a friend of mine. I was skeptical to say the least. Well, 2 months later and I'm down near 45 lbs. and feel great most days. So, I know it works. Keep with it. Your an inspiration for us all. Just a suggestion. Bike instead of running for now. It'll be less stressful on your foot and you'll still get the heart rate going. Then go back to running when your foot is better.

Hey Matt! You got this!!! With beautiful Lilly with you for support. We are here when you need us. Ty for sharing your journey, you beautiful surroundings and you lovely partner! P.s. skin cancer is the least of your worries at this point. 🤪♥️🇨🇦

That was epic. I love the dog barking 6:31 :) Put headphones on. It’s amazing. Lol. Was great to meet you today :)

Hey Willy, good to see you're on the right track , much respect to you, you're an inspiration.

FTA I know the feels of walking like a cowboy from leg days. Keep up the optimism, stay strong and keep us posted please sir!

Inspiring willy, I'm trying to get out for a walk everyday since I got out of the habit of running. You're making me feel determined to get back into it.

I’m almost 3 months into whipping myself back into shape. Keep up the grind and listen to a lot of David Goggins!

Keep up the hard work Willy, I’m on a similar journey and at 41 it’s not easy but the determination and motivation as vets that we have in us will pull us through to the objective.

Going for a run now even though I don’t want to. You are a fucking legend!

Greetings from Germany , Willy. You are very inspiring and keep me on track in my own journey. 👍

good on ya mate, keep on. Like you I really fell off that peak fitness when I left. Watching you is actually making me contemplate getting off my fat arse and try to get back some of what i used to have.

Personally I’m looking to gain Willy Weight, some length wouldn’t be bad either, not sure how I would go about it… stay healthy buddy!

You got this Willy.

Your in my Prayers Willy from the UK. Men's Fitness for us 40's 50's Clark Bartram CBX systems is the Best

Right on Willy! We are here with you- and everyone else in the comments going through the same process to get healthy. Saw a glimpse of the garden again brother…. Throw in just a bit more! Exercise is a huge component of health but food intake is just as important. Including beer- always have to include beer. Thumbs up from USA!!

Go on willy lad, great to see you working. I recently started working out again too after 5 years of nothing. Was a rugby player for 20 years and took on a back injury.

Keep smashing it mate, every bit you do now is money in the bank for later and you will not regret it

What a bloody legend mate. You're inspiring and once I get over my hernia op I'm gonna start making my fitness better. Keep it up the great work mate 👌👌👌 BTW those chilli plants are freaking epic 🌶🌶🌶

Keep it up Willy, doing great. I started running again, need to lose a few kg. So we are in this together. Thanks for the motivation :)

Insight about legs helps so much I didn't realise push through gets easier I couldn't move at all grateful

Glad to see ya taking care of yourself m8, the worlds a better place with you in it. Stick around

good shit Will, running right with ya. It's amazing how hard it can be to do what's in our best interest but when you dig deep and push yourself, amazing things happen.

Big yin l have to get myself back into shape .You have made me take the push .watching from Scotland peace and love to all

Started back running dude, your a serious inspiration. First couple of months are the hardest but I don't need to tell you that.

Great stuff Willy - you're a ledge mate! When I was younger I hated the rowing machine as well. But there was one particular exercise that almost matched the rows. 20 rep breathing barbell squats. Hated them with a passion but man, they were good for getting you blowin'....Keep it up mate!!

Way to go Willy. I really need to do this to. 47 now and been out of shape for a bit. Keep it up, you might just motivate me as well.

Dude I had no idea that we are basically the same age. You carry yourself with such maturity i thought you were 10 years older. I love all of your content Willy, never change and never stop!

Best Aussie on RU-vid. Bloody Legend mate. An inspiration to us all!

Good for you mate, I lost 70lbs in 8 months by eating 1 meal a day. If you only eat 1 meal a day, you can eat whatever you want. No alcohol, no fizzy drinks, no sugar.

Your very insightful and positive. Stay that way your a breath of fresh air.

Willy, I have battled acoustic neuromas for 30 yrs. I was 29, a professional sailor training for the Olympics and working on my airline pilots license. God had other plans evidently, so I go on fighting and giving thanks for each day. The surgery was very bad , they have come a long way since but before mine, they could not operate on the skull base tumors at all so not many people with similar surgeries have made it as far as me, being an athlete was part of the difference. I returned to top-level racing after five years with some success but with immense struggle. I am not well but manage to cram in a lot every day, sometimes gritting through the pain. Being a soldiers soldier is what will help you manage your days to be fruitful and inspiring to others as you are to me. Love you mate, Mark p.s. The former No. 2 in the world in small cats is a Sydney guy and my 3 decade arch-rival. I thought I was going to have one more shot at him last year in the most grueling event our sport has, The Worrell 1000 Fort Laurderdale Fl. to Virginia Beach Va., I was in condition but he has early onset dementia and with that I am retired. Been slipping quite a bit since, but it is strange how I have now outlived half of my close friends and competitors. Maybe we will meet around the same time and be best mates in a better place, at peace, free from war.

Also, I would dig hearing about what your actual workout routine is. You don't have to film it, but I'd still love to hear what it actually is.

Could only watch a couple minutes before I realised I have been far too lazy today. All the best on your journey Willy and thanks for the great content (and inspiration 😅)

Good on ya bud. Right behind you, keep smashing it

Willy great going it’s alway way harder to get started again. You are a inspiration to me keep up the fantastic efforts

Big ups brother Willy, thank you for being an inspiration and a legend. Don’t forget to hydrate!

Dude you are an inspiration. I tore my achilles at a very shitty time to tear it 2 days ago. If you can battle your stuff, I can battle this 🤙

this was a fun a video. The first one got me working out and hiking for a few hours a day again. thank you. I've really enjoyed the humor you have put into your videos lately. Seem like you're finding a good groove. Good results will come soon enough. From my family to yours, we hope the best for you.

Thanks for taking us along on your journey. Love the honesty.

Stay strong Willy, I am glad to see you are off a a great start. Way to go as you truly are an inspiration.

Willie! Good on you for losing that weight! I can’t seem to gain, only lose weight. 200->170lbs in roughly 5/6 months. I’m so glad to see you using different methods. Mind, and body…spirit to soul. Regardless of our current circumstances. Meditation has or is becoming key for me. That social interaction is so important…that is what I lack. Your a legend! Legend. Me good man. Ian

Keep going Willy, do what you can do and don't sweat what you can't! Best wishes from California, USA!

You’re the best, Willy. With that kind of determination, it’s no wonder you got an OAM. Keep up the good work! 👍

I was just under 90kg when I was discharged due to injury. I blew out to 114kg in the years that followed, and yo-yo'd around there for a bit while trying to lose weight. In the end I realised I didn't wake up fat. It happened over time. And that's the same way I'm going to lose it. I'm down to 99kg now. That took around 18-24 months. I hope to go down to 90kg over the next 18-24 months. I get how hard it is. Going from elite fitness, several hours of PT a day, the warrior psyche, and then to having an injury, illness, or disability and having to develop a whole new identity away from the army. It's like going from 109 to zero overnight. It's super tough. It's a massive thing to put it all out there on your journey. So many need it. Especially ex digs. Well done that man.

I think I'll have to work running back into my workout. After watching you I think I have no excuse lol

Your an Inspiration brother! If you need anything I am here for you!

Thats the way Willy. It sure is hard starting over on the fitness.

Keep going mate, but make sure to rest and let your body replenish, I kinda know what a slog it is trying to recover from health issues and meds effects.😊

Same feel ya Hurst the Neuropothy agony, had to stop workout to save brain health getting back into thanks for sharing

Appreciate you sharing this for so many reasons. Bottom line, it helps people deal with their own issues.

Your an inspiration Willy good on ya mate thanks for sharing your journey good shit

You are the Man Mr Willy ! keep Going Buddy.

You are a dead-set legend. Getting started on training again is the hardest thing especially when you have left it a long time and it's just so easy to give up, with your body screaming at you every second to stop. I find it hard to not push myself overly hard every time I get back into it and then I'm wrecked for days and days. Regarding what you were saying about the temporary weight gain, can confirm that's true. Also, food consumption is the main factor in weight gain because if you consume more than you need your body will convert the excess into fat. And the biggest contributor to fat gain is over-consumption of carbohydrates. At one point, at my least healthy, I weighed 105kg. I'm only 175cm so that gives you an idea how much of a whale boi I was and I can tell you I felt every one of those kilos. It was so bad. Anyway, I worked hard, doing 2-3km every morning and evening and doing sets of 20 sit ups, push ups and squats (without weight) in every down moment and finally my weight returned to a somewhat normal level, around 75-80kg (though I'm currently 83), and I've mostly been able to maintain it simply by eating as little food as possible. I don't eat breakfast or lunch and my dinner is usually pretty light. This might sound unhealthy but since I no longer work in construction I can't justify the intake; it'll just become fat. It is actually a good thing to feel a little hungry most of the time. Completely agree re: life is meant to be lived so indulgences every now and then are fine. However, it just is too easy for such things to become habit and before you know it you're a balloon again. It's impressive that you are still able to exercise such discipline over yourself given the hardships you've been through but as you already know, you'll feel so much better on the other side of it. So keep it up, you bloody legend.

Been through this journey myself and you're dead right about how it feels once you've climbed that wall! Keep it up!

Keep it up Willy! You've got this brother.

Thursday check-in, another 1.5lb gone. That's 17lb total since I first started intermittent fasting and eating better about 5 weeks ago. Awesome to see your progress too Willy. Let's keep going!

Good luck brother. I'm rooting for you...

Rowing! Right before I got into cycling I ran into an acquaintance who happened to be the former state champion and he said cycling? Try rowing! I never did, at least not yet. Who knows maybe I'll get a break. As for a tumor, I had a bad one myself and now the only big fear is if it comes back. Best of Luck to you and everyone else with this challenge. My dream will be to see you on a river somewhere! Honestly!

Keep going Willy you are the BEST !

Hey Willy so happy you getting things going mate .....just dont push to hard to fast injuries happen . Have been a personal trainer for a long time and patiance + persistance = healthy resoults \-/ ....CHeers

Thank you willy, you gave me the motivation i needed to get my butt back in the gym 🙏

Great stuff Willie, God bless.

On same journey. Again. I skip the scale and buy a pair of jeans that I would like to be in (without squeezing or holding my breath- lol) and go by fit of my clothes. If the waist is getting loose and the shoulder, biceps and thighs are getting tighter in my clothes, then I’m heading in the right direction.

Running with you willy. I haven't run in 4 years. You've inspired me to get back into it.

Hey Willie, you’re doing great! Not going to tell you how to work out, just what I find works. My legs used to be dead the day after a run until I started doing some stretches as part of my cool down routine afterwards. Keep it up, you’re an inspiration to us all. You’re the LEGEND!

Our wee buffalo bill so proud of you mate.🎉🎉🎉😂🎉🎉❤.hope theese work outs won't make your brain more stressed to what it's yoused to?please take it slow willy 👍 we want you around for a good long time to come ywt freind.your the legend now mate.the neck pains the blood flow from the heart to quick I think.you are an inspiration to us all bro.if you can get up we can.short of not having the income to support the food diet and circumstances personally that is as a happy hearts a lot to do with it.thats a story for another time my military brother proud of you take it day bye day brother well done.cjay Scotland with full support xx❤

Awesome work! Seeing you motivated is making me feel motivated to be more motivated, haha! Looking forward to celebrating this journey with you, thanks for bringing us along.

I've walked 5 days of the last week, which is thanks to you motivating me. I have neuropathy is my hands and feet, so it's rough at first, but it's getting better! Thanks for the update 🤘

100% great diet plan! Intermittent fasting and protein + leafy greens skewed diet works well, and when I'm strict I shed weight easy on this diet.

This is a fabulous piece of journalism and I hope that there is a venue for Australian indie journalists to get recognized (other than Her Majesty's Royal Prison Belmarsh -- single rooms without a view always available for special out-of-town guests. HRH) Wasn't inspired by the weight lifting but I could feel every step on the rehab run and thought damn it I should get out there and run around the block for a start. I am happy to nominate you.

2 weeks brother and you'll be feeling great. Keep it up, keep motivated, keep us updated. 💪

On Ya Willy, another good bit of advice I wish id known before was start really light when getting back into the weights even just use the bar and get technique right and joints used to the movement before adding a bit of weight, so many injuries ive heard from people flying straight back into it.

Oh I can‘t agree more that at the beginning it is really struggling, I understand. But yes, once go through then it becomes enjoyable. This is really inspiring.💪

Keep punching buddy!

Your start back is giving myself and others heart as well.

Always feels off to be back on square one compared to what you were capable of at your peak but one foot in front of the other and you’ll be feeling more like your old self sooner than you expect- looking forward to the updates, you got this

Much love willy, inspiring me to get out and get back in shape as well. It's something I've been putting off for years now where I start and stop start and stop over and over. Keep it up brother.

All the best bro. U have a very positive personality

I watch you while rowing often. Also just started getting back into shape. Knock it out, bud

I can't say i'm an expert but I always thought short sprints are best. If you look at the 100 or 200 meter runners they seem much healthier vs the longer distance runners. There is a lot of talk about anaerobic exercise not being too good and too much stress on the body for too long of a duration. One thing for sure running is good mentally. Good job though Willy, i'm sure pretty much everyone is cheering you on to beat the odds! Life long and prosper buddy!

Appreciate you Willy keep grinding. Much love from North Carolina 🇺🇸

Got to love this time difference.. you post during my "daytime" now 3am

Great to see your progress, keep it up. ❤💪💪

Willy, you're amazing brother man! Talk about a beast, you are a legend! Also, thank you for the tips on working out and how you help maintain!

Good to see your getting vitamin d gardening, one thing worth looking at is vitamin d behind even clear glass, it blocks a lot of the uv spectrums, worth looking into the ones you do and don't want. Stay safe

I hope for a miracle and that you heal anyway. I send you a lot of love and hope that your future days will be the best in your life❤

You help bring me the energy to live and fight. Thanks Willy.

Bring it champ, you've got this!

Get it willy! You got this my friend

The last run looked a lot more spiffy already then the first one!

God bless you Willy, thanks for all the hard work.

I’m with ya my friend, I have diabetes, colitis, and multiple sclerosis, I was up to 225lbs at 5’8 and my blood glucose was way out of whack. My wife and I started on the Adkins diet, I’m down to 208lbs and I’m exercising again but a 58 years old it’s tough. Before my illnesses I raced bicycles, did triathlon’s and running races so I remember what it’s like to feel good but the hard part is coming to terms with physical loss. But I’m in the boat with you buddy and I’m willing to row 😂

Looking forward to your journey in physical and mental health. Thank you for sharing.