I tried powerlifting for 100 days

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Hi there 👋 If you're new to my videos my name is Matt. I made a documentary called Minimalism that trended on Netflix a few years back and now I make YouTube videos. Some people (Jeff) would consider this a huge step backwards and a massive failure but I'm honestly pretty happy with how things turned out. Also Jeff is an asshole. If you like learning about things like minimalism, happiness, productivity, biceps, dodging existential dread, eating food, talking shit about Jeff or overthinking everything, then you're in the right place. Please subscribe so my mother-in-law thinks this is a better career choice than being a doctor.

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🎬 CREDITS
Directed by Matt D'Avella
Cinematography by Matt D'Avella
Day one training cinematography by Josh Janssen
Comp day cinematography by Daniel Mendenhall
Edited by Matt D'Avella

🙏 Special Thanks
Powerlifting training: Sebastian Oreb & the Base Gym Team
Additional training: Erin Felton
My family for turning out to the comp with custom shirts and all!

[AustralianStrengthCoach]

I loved working with you Matt. You’re a beast! Thank you for choosing me as your coach 🙌🙌

[kavanthakkar]

Bro tryna collect all side quest points before his kid grows up.

[divorex]

As a competitive powerlifter myself, I feel like you did an excellent job of capturing the beauty of powerlifting. It's not about roided out meatheads haphazardly lifting heavy weight but regular people that want to better themselves and I think the progress you made is a testament to that. Well done!

[SooNiieGB]

As someone who trains for strength and is too nervous to compete, this was insanely inspirational. This motivated me to look into local meets happening this year. You made the whole process seem enjoyable. Thanks for sharing this experience, all the best to your future endeavors

[LikeButtahApparel]

As a powerlifter who’s been watching you for years, this is random and amazing

[aliabdaal]

What an absolutely incredible video, massive congrats!!!

[panoschouseas]

This is what a high-achiever mindset can do!

Squat #3 brought me tears of pride, like you are a friend of mine, Matt.
I'm following your journey since dinosaurs and I celebrate your wins man, honestly.

Keep it up and enjoy your life & family 💪🏼

[dc_drums]

Congrats man! This has to be one of my favorites videos so far, from the shooting angles to the storytelling. Excellent work!!

[hassosigbjoernson]

This feels like YouTube again! You broadcast a journey of your own.
No reactions, no pranks, no screaming, no shitstorm, no beef.

Just a goal, a journey and a camera. Brilliant.

[AaAa-jeeo]

Nat: Can you be a minimalist after having kids? No

Matt: Can you be a competing powerlifter after having kids? Yes

[_bresky_]

awesome to see so many folks exploring and showing interest in powerlifting. huge congrats. keep you are now a powerlifter

[ankithsingh]

Thanks for putting out all the stats so clearly, helps with perspective so much.

[chubbyemu]

Matt, congrats on the PRs in competition! This video was awesome! I trained and competed in powerlifting from ~2004 - 2011 and got to train with Lance Karabel and Ed Coan out in Chicago. Seeing Sebastian work, you can instantly tell he really knows his stuff. really enjoyed this one!

[francis.valencia]

That was a great watch. Thank you for sharing your journey. Really amazing how you reached beyond your perceived grasp.

[CarmenBurton-tyjq]

Been a follower for over 5 years now & this video hit so different. My favourite sport & one of my favourite content creators ever combine. Outstanding efforts for smashing your PR's Matt!

[rudyspective]

This is by far one of the BEST videos you've ever done Matt!! I saw this clip on your Instagram and thought, what, he's going on his first meet?? I've been thinking about competing too, so this was like a rundown on what to do, what to expect, and how to go about it. I was literally watching on the edge of my seat watching you lift, and I was just as excited when you went for it and exceeded your goals! Now that you got the taste of it, I hope you keep doing this. You look great, you got the potential. Very inspirational, so thank you very much!! 
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[nida-tv]

I've been waiting for this video to drop! I remember being super shocked just randomly seeing THE Matt D'avella at our local powerlifting meet LOL. Great job again!!

[Redjkeee]

Hey Matt, I've been watching your channel for over 3 years already and I absolutely love the variety of content on your channel. Your way of deliverance is really catchy and entertaining! Your videos gave me a lot of conscience over this time and I much much appreciate it!

I've been doing powerlifting myself for over 5 years and never competed until last autumn. I can totally feel that spirit of the competition through your video! You've done a great job! I was really encouraged when you WENT ALL IT with your last attempts!!! It's was nuts! You've nailed it for sure!

I also got 2nd place (out of 4) and a memory medal! As you've said, I came there not to win but to compete with myself and push forward!

Cheers from Russia! And happy powerlifting💪🏻

[KalleFlodin]

So Massively impressed yet again Matt, thank you for sharing your journey!

[spencertorok]

damn the end had me lowkey emotional. What a crazy journey Matt, very cool to see!