What makes these guys true strongmen isn’t the strength of their muscles, but the strength of their *character.* They are truly an inspiration for me and many others.

@scottessery100

3 жыл бұрын

5:51 that is it. You choose. You do it. Your in control.

@Klepzeiker1984

2 жыл бұрын

The strenght of there mind also

@zacharykettley1835

Жыл бұрын

But also their muscles

I've had terrible thoughts in the past over choices I've made. I'm 34 now and recently my 21 year old brother said he no longer has a reason to live. Don't know what to say to him or what to do. Wish I could get him to try something like this.. Terrifies me that he may be gone soon. Crying watching this. Not easy to find cold in Florida this time of year but I think even a hug and a cold shower might help..? Everyone out there please be safe and don't take anyone for granted. Please be safe and stay alive everyone. At least as long as you are physically able! Just can't stop worrying and crying..

@cajunrando2556

3 жыл бұрын

You and your brother should call and get help. That's okay.

@mellownessuperstar2618

3 жыл бұрын

@@cajunrando2556 I've already done that and am all good now. I just know that there are MANY people who feel the way my brother does out there and it is an awful thing. "You can take a horse to water but you can't make them drink." I appreciate the fact that at least some people all over the world worry about others. Love the Stoltmans for putting this out there. :)

now i want to see wim hof training with the stoltmen, wouldn't be suprised to see him lift crazy weights for his size

I'm from Poland, I've started watching You because You competed with Mateusz and I see whole strongman community is amazing. I need to visit Scotland, nature in Your country is beautiful same as people i see. Keep being awesome and crazy strong. To all people, You are not alone! You are unique being, and world needs You !

Talking about mental health is super important, especially from people within a position of public recognition in this day and age. Normalizing it, making it ok to not be ok, and its just a step of the journey. Thank you guys for speaking up, and being apart of a positive change in the strength community.

@anthonyproffitt5341

3 жыл бұрын

I love the way you put that. “Normalizing it, making it OK, to not be OK”. That’s a perfect way to put it. I’ve witnessed people with mental health issues blast others with mental health issues, from a place of insecurity and fear from their own issues. Society/some folks create an environment in which people fear getting help or being open about their mental health. The Stoltmans impact on the world is in its infancy and seeing things like this make me look forward to see where their path takes them.

I lost my dad to mental health issues last year and it’s taken it’s toll. From man to man...from a son who lost his father...and from a suicide survivor myself...thank you guys from the bottom of my heart for doing this. Men need to be more open about their mental health. Women as well. Humans as a whole need to open up more and know that’s it IS okay to not be okay. Reach out to a friend, seek help, see a doctor. Get the help you need. Your future self will thank you❤️

@Klepzeiker1984

2 жыл бұрын

Dallas, i also lost my dad 4 years ago,cancer.... You wil overcome this. Mental it is a hard battle, but you wil win.

@dallascantrell4087

2 жыл бұрын

@@Klepzeiker1984 March of this year marked the 2 year anniversary of his passing. I know him being gone is something that I’ll always struggle with, but I learn to get better with each second that I am given. YOU stay strong, brother.

@Klepzeiker1984

2 жыл бұрын

@@dallascantrell4087 thanks man, Please take care, stay strong and try the cold therapy, i shower cold and it helps. Greetings from the Netherlands

Luke always strikes me as one of the nicest, biggest hearted gentlemen on the planet. Lots of empathy and compassion. ❤️

It's not weak to speak and it's okay to not be okay ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

I’m 26 and absolutely love cold/wild swimming. It really does make you focus on the present moment and encourages a mind over matter mindset. I swim in the rivers and ocean - in fact, I was in the ocean this morning. I’d recommend it to anyone, the feeling afterwards is euphoric.

Inspiration, honest..... from a true Scots man who's heart is for the community and others. This needs to be shared amongst the many suffering from mental health fatigue.

The Stoltmans and the Ice Man 💪

@jamesbaron9711

3 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a title of a film. Like. Big foot and the Hendersons

You guys have helped me more than you will ever know. I’m bipolar and have extreme anxiety. I have never tried the cold therapy but it’s going to happen. Getting a kiddie pool and lots of ice. The way you guys talk about mental health instead of hiding the issues is unreal the word needs more guys like you. Keep up what you are doing and good luck at work.

@joebot9309

3 жыл бұрын

It’s gonna fill that hole. Your perspective will change!

that feeling is called TRIBE its called Community , its call brotherhood, its a human race as one, it is the souls as one soul

well done guys been a fan for some time now and as a British soilder you make us fucking proud

Stoltman brothers really good role models 👏

What a fantastic project to be a part of. Great collaboration between @theMulliganBrothers, @wimhof and the Stoltman Brothers. Keep promoting the cause lads!!!

mental health is so taken for granted that problems often go unnoticed. For me it only came to the birth of my second son heavy ptsd

I would love to see these guys do something with Ross Edgley, all huge personalities and know the importance of mental wellbeing when it comes to being a top level athlete

A collab with Tyson Fury like this would be EPIC, inspiring and monumental. Brillliant as always!

"You need fear to feel alive" I like that

On behalf of myself and the many others here who needed to watch this, thanks Boys 💙

I've been put back on medication for my anxiety and depression just this last week. I tried 3 times to kill myself 2 years ago when I lost my job, my partner and my mum died rough time just now but trying my best. This is amazing though more people need to do it.

@macss6615

3 жыл бұрын

Stay strong mate ......🙏🏻

@anthonyproffitt5341

3 жыл бұрын

Bless you. My son has opened up to me that he has been on the verge of ending his life twice and if not for me one time and a friend of his the other reaching out to him and staying on the phone with him through the night, that he would have. I’ve never felt that much pain myself, but the idea of losing my son would be that bad. That said, I hope you can find other positives in life to help you have the happiness your lost loved ones would want for you.

@chrislaw3451

3 жыл бұрын

It's just hard to keep going when you try everything seeing professional help and you still feel no better. But you just got to grit your teeth and hope it gets better. Sometimes it doesn't.

@macss6615

3 жыл бұрын

@@chrislaw3451 hi mate ......I’d been feeling the same ....quit the meds myself and went natural....ginkgo Bilbao and l theanine really helps me .....exercise daily and started doing the wim hof method breathing....no miracle but when u do it makes you feel great add the cold shower after the breathing and does give ya a great lift .....you keep going mate there a reason yr still here stay strong and find it 🙏🏻....and if you like a read try David googins book Can’t hurt me .....

@chrislaw3451

3 жыл бұрын

@@macss6615 try anything these days been looking at cbd but can't afford it with being unemployed just now I will give it a look just sick of feeling like this now. But still trucking on just now.

I was just discussing this with my boss not too long ago and this gives me a reference to send to the whole team. I appreciate you guys more than you know.

Luke, your words of dealing with mums passing, I feel your pain, my dad passed and I now don't believe I'm weak to cry, it's something I too have too deal with. I couldn't be further from Scotland, but tomorrow I'll be sitting in the sea of the South Coast. Thankyou!

This is a beautiful video. Ive struggled with mental health for years. This is definitely something I will try! 💜 Thank-you for being open about mental health and being willing to open up about your own struggles.

@Klepzeiker1984

2 жыл бұрын

Stay strong, you will overcome. Greetings from the Netherlands

I always finish my showers with cold water. My wife thinks I'm crazy, but it always makes me feel better physically and mentally. I never knew there was a science behind it. This video opened my eyes a bunch. Thanks for sharing this portion of your lives. Y'all are great humans!

Luke don't ever worry about not having an impact on people lives... You and Tom are both legends and so motivating to make myself better. Big love from down in Edinburgh.

Wow. This is just so amazing. I’ve suffered with anxiety and depression myself. I’m a 40 year old man, and I’m not ashamed to say that I wish I could be more like you guys.

The honesty of Tom Luke Harry Nile Wilson and many many others has and continues to help so many men as it’s still weak to be anxious and strong to get on with it and just get it done. But that’s all rubbish .. it’s about identity ... not duty... honesty ... not social pressure... your special and unique... not needing to do what everyone else expects. And choice. Thank you guys. No matter what happens at WSM your all winners and helping people is the greatest measure of success

This is exactly what i needed to see after a terrible night of anxiety and panic attacks. And the Scottish accent is so wonderfully soothing. Thank you for sharing this experience!

This really hit hard for me. I've followed you since the start but talking about mental health makes you all even more awsome. I've suffered with depression and anxiety since i was diagnosed when i was 19. I'm 43 now and long shot of the mental and physical torture I was receiving and got in to strength training and strongman. Still suffering with mental health but now I'm stronger and you guy's are such an inspiration!! Thank you so much 💪👍🏼👍🏼

As someone who has struggled with their mental health in the past few years due to deployments (Armed Forces), feeling alone when away from family and friends, relationship troubles, health issues, etc. seeing what you guys have overcome and what you've become is a massive fucking inspiration. You push all of us here not only physically but emotionally and mentally too, you've certainly kept me entertained, motivated and inspired, especially spiritually, the past 18 months and I know you will continue to do so, you pair have always got our support here too. My corps motto is 'Per Ardua - Through adversity' and I think you encompass that perfectly, thanks for everything you do boys, now go smash worlds and do us all even prouder.

Hi I lost everything to depression 2014 and I'm still battling with depression stress and anxiety and it's getting harder I try keeping busy with gardening and metal detecting but when you live on your home it doesn't get any easier 😭

@michelfingado202

3 жыл бұрын

Don't lose hope! Easy for me to say, but still, do not lose hope!

@joebot9309

3 жыл бұрын

Get cold - even if it’s just your hands or splashing water in your face

@ryanfindlay599

3 жыл бұрын

I've been in there before mate ....its hard to shake but it's only getting harder because your allowing it to ....your in charge of your life & emotions ,it may not seem that way sometimes but you are .....shake off the cob webs & grab the bull by the horns ,try cold water ....for me ,its horrible lol when you 1st go in & it only slightly gets easier....but it's being able to put yourself into a uncomfortable situation & rise above the discomfort thats rewarding ,you genuinelyget a sense of accomplishment ........I wish you all the best & I hope you find mental peace ✌😀 .....always 1 day at a time bro 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@gonzo3915

2 жыл бұрын

You do not need an icy Loch, a running cold shower or Bathtub full of cold water will do the trick. These days i force myself every single morning before work to take a Cold Shower and i find it works wonders.

Amazing stuff... get the Tub full of water and ice... no excuse

The ice brothers cometh.....!! Diamond of human beings.... 👍👍

I've been wanting to get a cold tub for by back yard... I think I'll pass along this video to see if it helps my case. Been doing ocean plunges in the winter for a handful of years and it feels so amazing afterwards. This year, after workouts I'd go take a rest in the snow. The feeling is so much different than a hot tub. When I go in the hot tub I come out feeling dazed, tired and relaxed. When I come out of the cold I feel energized, refreshed and alive. Thank you for posting this, and for sharing those statistics. It goes to show that even in one of the most scenic and beautiful places in the world, there can be mental health issues affecting people.

I wish I could meet and have a conversation with the stoltman brothers, due to my own personal demons

Top class humans

When Luke said “We arent doing our jobs right is the thing”, really hit me, this right here, people need to listen to this ASAP.

Amazing guys and means so much . I hope this video reaches anyone effected by depression. Remember guys it’s ok not to be ok ,talk, someone out there will listen ❤️

Nice video. Mental health is a topic that’s close to me. And i think getting out of your comfort zone is one of the most important things to do. It’s what helped me a lot. Maybe people aren’t made to be comfortable. Maybe we rather rediscover what humans are capable off. We forgot a lot about ourselves when everything had to be more comfortable and convenient. It’s a shame really. I think the topic of this video is more important than what a lot of people think.

How bloody beautiful are the highlands!

That was heavier then a 230 Kg log press! 🌶 A video for the world🌶 You Gentleman will always be winners in my book🌶 Always keep’n it 🌶 Thank You my brothers in Iron.

I feel like it's so great for people in things like strength sports, where it's stereotypically thought of as a macho or tough guy thing, to bring light onto folks recognizing their own thoughts and feelings and sense of self. I've seen a lot of strongmen doing this sort of outreach lately, and it's really positive. Great job, fellas.

Freezes the ego shuts it up then after you feel hotter than the sun inside thank you Wim hof

A powerful film that I'm sure a lot of people need to see right now to show them how easily you can seize back control of your life, even if only for a few minutes a day. Following the Stoltmans through the last year or so has helped me to deal with stress and anxiety and I love that they are happy to share their sensitive side despite the stereotype that comes with being strongmen. Keep doing what you are doing, it helps people more than you'd know. 💪💪💪

Amazing guys, I love this. 22 veterans a day in the us commit suicide every day. I was almost there once, this really hit home for me. You both make this world a better place.

Tom i saw you the other week at Balintore beach in the water. It was around half 6 in the morning and really foggy. Seeing you emerge from those waves did something to me man. You are an incredible inspiration. Im doing a cold water dip in the averon river one morning before christmas. I cant tell you how much you have inspired me in this comment so i am writing you a letter. All the best mate and thank you

I started taking hot / cold showers a couple of years ago for recovery from powerlifting at 53 yrs old. My depression has lessened, sleep is better and my body feels and is working much better.

Beautiful video, wow. Thank you for sharing this. I have had a rough few years, i won't go into detail but many of the negative things have been in my mind. I spoke to a therapist and my life has got easier. Im not fully recovered but im recovering and working on myself every day. My wife is my rock and got me the help i needed. Thank you to everyone in this video and who was apart of the video. No longer should we hide from Mental illness. It really helps when people like yourselves speak out.

Thank you guys. Just, thank you. Much love my Scottish brothers.

It’s great to see technology making it possible for so many people to explore their talents in filming and editing, choice of music, to help others express their feelings and concerns for human well being

More than just Strongmen, that's why we ❤️ The Stoltmans 💪🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Two of my favorite athletes you lads are an inspiration, ice in your veins but fire in your hearts

I really do appreciate you guys. Always so humble and caring, and you both seem like genuinely good people. I will always root for you guys.

Thank you Luke!

In the last year my wife suffered a miscarriage, I was diagnosed with PTSD, I’ve lost a house, my job and then my dad in March to Covid. I’m also autistic so hate change too. It’s been very very hard, yes I’ve had some very dark thoughts and also full of anger. However, we have to stay strong, I know it’s easy to just give up but that’s a cowards way out. For anyone reading this and having these thoughts, give cold therapy a go, it works wonders for the gray matter and makes you see things with clarity. Most importantly, do not stop fighting, you’ll win eventually.

What an inspiration. Great video.

Talking about mental health is stronger than anything in the world, I lost 2 mates through it and not talking, amazing work Luke and Tom stoltman, keep it up 👍🏻💪🏻

Oops what Scotland needs is you two giants. You guys are great !!!! Such good people. And they could use a good dose of me. Love making people happy. Live my life to the fullest. If I can help anyone, I will. You only live once.

Can't like this video enough... ❤ have no words to even start... but it certainly has gave me a different light & view on alot of things 🤜🏼🤛🏼❤ by far 1 of the best and most touching & inspiring vids yet 💪🏼👍🏼🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🌶

I think taking your shirt off and walking in the snow with sandals is a challenge by itself and will have most of us in the hospital or sick.

You guys have the best intro. Gets me pumped

Wim Hof is the guy to talk about when it comes to the revelation of what ice can do for you mentally.basically its water.i say revelation because it is.Aquarius is the water bearer pouring water.knowledge.theres so much more to water than meets the eye... Community is massive aswell.we are losing this in everyday life in the way we live.people stuck in the house.children online communicating but not in person.we need to interact with people on a basic human level.community is communicating.this is why we are seeing higher levels of depression and anxiety in our youngsters!!!

Fantastic video, guys! I've always thought that a lot of mental health problems are related to the brain deliberately trying to work against it's own interests, in the absence of challenge. When we present our bodies with something to fight, something that scares us, something to overcome, then, we can draw upon those challenges and fuel our minds to avoid the downward spiral into despair. Depression left me once I started to appreciate every problem I've overcome in my life, and the man I turned into as a result of them. Knowing I'm trying to be a positive influence on other people makes me feel better too. Luke said it best, "We're not doing our jobs as a human race ... we're letting people take their own lives".

Once again guys a trully inspirational video at the correct time with whats going on, id love to give this a go to rid me of some of my demons, thank you once again The strongest brothers in the world not just physically but Mentally with big hearts ❤💪

This is so important for mental health awareness for people to see that even the strongest men in the world have their struggles. Fucking brilliant guys 🙏

Words can not describe how much I love and appreciate both of you Stoltmans. You continued dedication to being a good person and leading by example, to show others that a positive vibe is important. Your continued push back against the depression stigma and offering ways to help benefit others is just amazing. I have loved you guys since the day I discovered your videos. Please keep doing what you are doing, it truely is a healing gesture for those struggle silently. I hope to meet you in person one day. Much love and God Bless the entire Stoltman family. 🙏🏼🙏🏼

Thank you! Your guys are amazing. I’ve been doing cold water therapy since the start of 2021 and there isn’t really a word to describe what it does to you. You feel everything and nothing at the same time. It might just be one of the best things you can do. Please do try it but remember to stay safe, smile and stay spicy :)

Breath taking.... 👏👏👏👏

Thanks for this video lads means more than you think x

Top class 👏👌👍 I've been saying I'm gonna do it for ages makes me finally want 2 go and do it

Love you guys 💗

Love this .. beautiful video

Inspirational 👌💪

Loved this brother!

Thanks for sharing ♥️🙏

Good lad's love it.

Absolute inspiration, thank you guys 💪

Absolutely fantastic 👏

Brilliant.

Awesome documentary.

Thank you for makeing dis video mi respect ! I no how hard it is dipresion i have ptsd hdhd and much more no self a steam lost evrying. olmost kill mi self . But i found help . It was hard you can do wi the right People the willing to help you . So never give up there is help out . Thank you sir keeping mi postive 👊🙏🙏

Amazing video boys!

Well done guys,that was awesome 👌

thank you for the motivation and love keep it up

Good documentary.

The place you guys live is so beautiful 👌 perfekt place for walks and cold water!! And gym of course 💪💪😎

Brilliant lads. Keep going !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thank you.

This is so beautiful and powerful so far guys! Amazing!!!

Absolutely amazing thank you for this! I will give this a go!

It was an totally awesome video

absolutely brilliant words luke !!!!!!!!!!

You guys at changing things! The definition of inspiration! Thank you

Astounding guys! Well done to everyone🙂👍👊.

Thank you amazing video with great meaning

Brought tears to my eyes, this was fantastic. Thank you

Love this guys! You are a great inspiration!! All the love and power to you

Have me crying.......great words Luke thank you 🙏🏻