Month: April 2021

 

Most people have a love/hate relationship with social media, and with good reason.

On the one hand, experts like Tristan Harris and the makers of The Social Dilemma have been warning us for years about the harmful effects of spending too much time in the silos that social media tends to create for us.

On the other hand, sometimes those silos can be full of helpful, motivating and inspirational content that drives us to become better versions of ourselves and achieve more than we otherwise might have.

We believe that social media, like pretty much everything else, is best in moderation, and want to make sure that when you do turn to your channel of your choice, you’re seeing the type of content that can lead to positive change.

Below we’ve rounded up some of the most motivational and inspiring videos on TikTok that will make you want to get up off your duff to do – and achieve – more.

@josh.canningLove this scene! Go follow my Instagram ##fyp ##fy ##foru ##sports ##movie ##inspirational ##motivation ##nevergiveup♬ Night Trouble By Petit Biscuit – Tyler

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@wrotosnort##glowup ##glowups ##foryou ##viral ##wow ##resrect ##inspirational ##loganpaul♬ original sound – Tik Toker

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@dhar.mannPT 2 (swipe for PT 3) One persons trash is another person’s treasure. ##dharmann ##dharmannfam ##fyp ##inspirational♬ original sound – Dhar Mann

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@braydonroyThis brought tears to my eyes ????(IG:Braydon.roy) ##truestory ##touchingstory ##inspirational♬ XXXTENTACION-无文案 ( Remix) – Squidward

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@resistfittSpeech by Rudy Francisco ##motivation ##inspire ##life ##hardtimes ##inspirational ##speech♬ original sound – Resist Fitt | Motivation

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@dhar.mannPT 2 (swipe for PT 3) Beauty comes in all shapes and sizes. ##dharmann ##dharmannfam ##fyp ##inspirational♬ original sound – Dhar Mann

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@dhar.mannPT 3 (swipe for PT 4) Always be honest. ##dharmann ##dharmannfam ##fyp ##inspirational♬ original sound – Dhar Mann

 

Though it’s true that you can – and absolutely should – embark on a fitness journey no matter what age you are, it’s also true that the earlier you start, the better off you’re going to be.

And we know of at least one toddler who’s on pace to have a six-pack before his first day of kindergarten.

Story.IMG shared the hilarious – and absolutely inspiring – video above of a diaper-clad baby watching the iconic training scene from Rocky II, in which Sylvester Stallone does everything from one-handed push-ups and chin-ups to sledgehammer slams and log carries to prepare for his rematch with Apollo Creed.

Inspired by Rocky’s dedication and undeterred by the (extremely) high potential for HIIT-related diaper chafe, the baby follows right along with The Italian Stallion’s workouts, adorably mimicking his push-ups, sledgehammer swings, and other moves as best as his little body will allow.

It’s adorable, hilarious, and incredibly inspirational, especially to those of us who have spent a year claiming that we can’t work out because we simply don’t have the proper equipment at home.

If a shag carpet and a TV screen are good enough for Baby Rocky, they’re good enough for you.

In the words of Rocky’s iconic trainer Mickey, “What are waiting for… tickets?!?!”

 

 

 

What does tennis star Novak Djokovic have in common with ’90s alt-rock band The New Radicals?

They apparently both agree on one of the most fundamental principles of living a good life: you only get what you give.

At the 2014 French Open at Roland Garros, Djokovic was taking a break from play and enjoying a brief respite from the pouring rain, thanks to a ball boy who dutifully held an umbrella over Djokovic’s head, keeping the tennis legend dry.

But it turns out even one of the best athletes of all time doesn’t like to be doted on when he could be the one doing the doting.

Much to the shock of the ball boy, Djokovic first invited him to come around and sit on the bench – normally reserved for players only – with him so he wouldn’t have to stand.

Then he went a step further and swapped instruments with the ball boy: Djokovic took the umbrella and held it over the two of them, and gave the ball boy his racket, much to the delight of the French Open crowd.

While it was a small gesture for Djokovic, it was no doubt a lifelong memory for the young ball boy, and a great reminder that small acts of generosity and kindness can go a long way. (And, in the right circumstances, even make the crowd go wild.)