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This guy was depressed and on the edge...

@mydisciplinedrive

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The video taps into a common struggle with mental health and offers a simple, actionable solution presented as a personal transformation story. The visual progression from a depressed state to a physically and mentally improved one, combined with the clear demonstration of the routine, makes it relatable and inspiring.

Summary

The video demonstrates a 9-minute morning movement routine designed to combat depression and improve mental well-being. It showcases various exercises like lymphatic hops, body waves, and trunk twists, emphasizing the positive impact on the mind.

Structure

1Introduction to depression and the edge
2Demonstration of morning movement routine
3Exercises: Lymphatic Hops, Body Waves, Trunk Twists, Arm Waves, Dead Arms, Golf Swings, Marches, Ballet Squats, Horseback Stance
4Emphasis on practicing gratitude and positive visualization
5Transformation from depression to a better mental state

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This guy was depressed and on the edge... Don't let depression win!! Do this every morning!! 1. Lymphatic Hops 60 Seconds 2. Body Waves 60 Seconds 3. Trunk Twists 60 Seconds 4. Arm Waves 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 Practice GRATITUDE

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Feeling low? Move with me for 9 minutes. ❤️ I originally started this routine by @michaelholland because I’d destroyed my shoulders after spending a year doing 100+ push-ups or burpees every single day. The shoulder pain has gone. But what surprised me most wasn’t what it did for my body… It was what it did for my mind. Every morning I spend 9 minutes moving, practising gratitude, letting go of any negativity I’m carrying, and visualising how I want my day to go. It helps me start the day with intention, presence and peace. For me, it’s become as much about my mental wellbeing as it is my physical health. I’ve had hundreds of comments and messages from people telling me they’re feeling less stiff, more mobile, more positive and that this routine has become part of their own morning routine too. Reading those messages is exactly why I keep posting. My mission is simple… I’d love to inspire 1,000,000 people to spend just 9 minutes a day moving their bodies and starting the day with intention. If you’re feeling low, stressed, overwhelmed, or simply want a better start to your morning… Join in. You’ve got nothing to lose. It costs nothing. You can do it almost anywhere. And it only takes 9 minutes. Follow along: ⏱️ 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 A quick reminder because I get asked every day… These movements aren’t how I lost over 45kg (122.9kg ➡️ 77kg). My transformation came from: ✅ A high-protein diet ✅ Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) ✅ TRT (after blood tests showed low testosterone) ✅ Weight training 3–4 times a week ✅ Walking 12,000+ steps a day ✅ And, above all, building the habit of showing up consistently. 💾 Save this video, ❤️ comment “DONE” if you joined in, tell me what day you’re on, and 📤 share this with someone who could use a little more movement and positivity in their mornings. Let’s see how many lives we can change, 9 minutes at a time. 👊