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Sad, Sick and Depressed...

@mydisciplinedrive

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Why it worked

The video uses a powerful before-and-after narrative, showcasing a significant personal transformation. This relatable journey from a negative state to a positive one, combined with actionable advice (the exercises), likely resonated with viewers seeking self-improvement.

Summary

The video shows a man performing a series of exercises, presented as a morning routine. It contrasts his past self, described as "sad, sick and depressed," with his current self, who is "happy, healthy and vibrant."

Structure

1Introduction of past self (sad, sick, depressed)
2Introduction of current self (happy, healthy, vibrant)
3Demonstration of exercises (Lymphatic Hops, Body Waves, Trunk Twists, Arm Swings, Dead Arms, Golf Swings, Marches, Ballet Squats, Horseback Stance)

On-screen text

Sad, Sick and Depressed... I'm not mad at who I was Happy, Healthy and Vibrant Try this! 1. Lymphatic Hops 60 seconds 2. Body Waves 60 seconds 3. Trunk Twists 60 seconds 4. Arm Swings 60 seconds 5. Dead Arms 60 seconds 6. Golf Swings 60 seconds 7. Marches 60 seconds 8. Ballet Squats 60 seconds 9. Horseback Stance 60 seconds

Transcript

I'm not mad at who I was Happy, Healthy and Vibrant Try this! 1. Lymphatic Hops 60 seconds 2. Body Waves 60 seconds 3. Trunk Twists 60 seconds 4. Arm Swings 60 seconds 5. Dead Arms 60 seconds 6. Golf Swings 60 seconds 7. Marches 60 seconds 8. Ballet Squats 60 seconds 9. Horseback Stance 60 seconds

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The happiest 9 minutes of my day… ❤️ People often ask why I never miss this routine. The answer isn’t just because of what it’s done for my body… It’s because of what it’s done for my mind. For 9 minutes every morning, I move my body, practise gratitude, shake away any negativity I’m carrying, and visualise a positive day ahead. Honestly, it’s done more for my mental health than my physical health… and that’s saying something. I started this account over a year ago doing 100 push-ups every day. That turned into 100+ burpees a day. Alongside heavy gym sessions and a physical job, I eventually wrecked my shoulders. That’s when I came across Michael Holland’s movement routine and thought I’d give it a go. Not only have I gone from waking up every morning with shoulder pain to waking up pain-free, but I also feel mentally lighter, more positive, and more optimistic every single day. Just to be clear… I’m not a psychologist. I’m not a doctor. I’m not an exercise professional. I’m a window cleaner who was overweight a year ago and decided to start documenting my daily movement. If these 9 minutes can help me feel this much better, maybe they’re worth a try for you too. Join in with me: ⏱️ Do each movement for 60 seconds. When the video loops, move on to the next exercise. ✅ Lymphatic Hops ✅ Body Waves ✅ Trunk Twists ✅ Arm Swings ✅ Dead Arms ✅ Golf Swings ✅ Marches ✅ Ballet Squats ✅ Horseback Stance 💾 Save this video so you can come back to it tomorrow. 👇 Comment “DONE” if you joined in, let me know what day you’re on, and if you know someone who could use a little more positivity or movement in their life, share this with them. You never know whose day you might change. ❤️