YouTube superstar MrBeast has sparked a wave of reactions after playfully mocking fitness influencer Ashton Hall’s elaborate morning routine. Hall’s video, showcasing a meticulous regimen from 3:50 AM to 9:30 AM, has taken the internet by storm, prompting both admiration and parody, including the recent jab from MrBeast.
MrBeast’s Take on the Viral Morning Routine
In a post on X, formerly Twitter, MrBeast shared a screenshot of messages from his “Personal Assistant,” listing absurd tasks reminiscent of Hall’s routine. These included instructions to “dive in the pool,” “rub banana peel on his face,” and “stand on the balcony for an hour.” The caption read, “I accidentally slept in and missed my morning routine,” directly referencing Hall’s viral video.
Ashton Hall’s Original Routine: A Deep Dive
Hall’s original video, titled “The Morning Routine That Changed My Life: 3:50 AM to 9:30 AM,” documents his pre-dawn wake-up, consumption of Saratoga water, workout, journaling, and repeated face dunking in ice water, along with unconventional skincare practices like rubbing a banana peel on his face. The video has garnered over 40 million views on YouTube, becoming a cultural phenomenon and inspiring countless imitations and parodies.
The Specifics of Hall’s Regimen
Hall’s routine includes:
- Waking up before dawn.
- Drinking Saratoga water.
- Working out.
- Journaling.
- Dunking his face in freezing water multiple times.
- Rubbing a banana peel on his face.
Reactions to MrBeast’s Parody
While MrBeast’s parody was intended as a lighthearted jab, it has elicited mixed reactions online. Some users found the mockery humorous, while others felt that it was unnecessary and that the joke had “officially died.” One user wrote, “You ruin every joke on the internet.”
Netizens’ Reactions
- Some criticized MrBeast for the parody.
- Others found it humorous.
- Some felt the joke was overdone.
The Impact on Saratoga Water
Hall’s video has inadvertently provided a significant boost to Saratoga Water. The brand’s signature cobalt-blue bottles are prominently featured throughout the video, leading to increased visibility and a surge in interest.
Saratoga Water’s Accidental Win
- The video generated $1.8M in EMV (Earned Media Value) for Saratoga Water.
- Google searches for Saratoga Water increased by 1,379 percent.
- Saratoga Water acknowledged the trend by crediting Hall as a “trendsetter.”
Ashton Hall: More Than Just a Morning Routine
Ashton Hall is not only a fitness influencer but also a former LA fitness trainer. Before his career in fitness, he played as a running back at First Coast High School in Jacksonville, Florida, and later signed with the Ravens in 2010, with ambitions to be in the NFL. After his NFL dreams didn’t materialize, he transitioned to posting workout videos on social media.
The Bigger Picture: Authenticity and Influence
The reactions to Hall’s video and MrBeast’s parody raise questions about authenticity and influence in the social media landscape. While Hall’s routine has resonated with some viewers, others have criticized it as being more about entertainment than practical advice. The incident underscores the power of influencers to shape trends and consumer behavior, as well as the potential for both positive and negative reactions to their content.
