"5" Reasons You Aren't Getting Strong (FIX IT FAST)

[@mountaindog1]

5 reasons you aren't HUGE: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnuun394fZeNhdU

[@MikesStory1990]

John, (Please).. Can you do a video on how to get first strong enough or to be strong to do pull-ups? I am quite heavy but I can do rows with a serious weight on the machine but I can't do pull- ups. If I lose weight, still I can't do pull-ups, no idea why. In the high-school I could do a few but were hard even then when I was ''skinny''.

[@gram3822]

Spot on advice again, also if it don't feel right (more so when your older) check your form or drop the weight if need be.

[@SteveW67]

Me-Hi maybe check out a calesthenics guy for pull up tutorial (Al Kavadlo, Daniel Vadnal etc.) just a thought, also start with bands for assist. Pull ups are very technique orientated too many people use arms instead of lats. I’m no expert but that’s what I’ve found. 👍

[@georgegonzalez2831]

Glad you are back John.. appreciate all your humble honest advice. IMO, one of the best on you tube. Stay healthy and God bless you and family 🙏🏼💪🏻👊🏻

[@andreatroina]

@@MikesStory1990 get strong in the lat machine Start doing bodyweight rows Train with different grips Lose fat Repeat till goal is reached

[@TheEthanFausett]

Rest in peace John. Thank you for being the best man in the fitness industry.

[@sweetlew830]

He’s dead

[@ryanjagpal123]

He’s not

[@stargazer2042]

I found his channel after he died. I'm so glad I found it. He sounds like such a good person. They say only the good die young. He missed out on cancer.

[@ActuallyAKChannel]

@@stargazer2042 he had a heart attack

[@harleykennedy1264]

@@stargazer2042 man I didn’t even know till just now :(

[@LeoandLongevity]

John Meadows just seems like a really good man. Glad you're feeling better John.

[@GVS]

Genuinely genuine dude.

[@roymustang.595]

@@GVS dr.swole , you and natural hypertrophy on every freaking channel 😂😂😂

[@carlosalmonte1209]

Totally agree, he’s humble and it seems he enjoys teaching. I always follow his advice, and am getting stronger!!!!!!

[@mountaindog1]

I am!

[@CarnalKid]

For real. I'm not even into bodybuilding (my focus is on strength), but I watch his videos anyways because he's like a jacked Mr. Rogers.

[@Jason_-_]

1: Rep ranges 2: Volume 3: Progressive overload 4: Exercise Selection 5: Frequency

[@user-iz7zy7rx9t]

5.5. Gear

[@MartinTeerly]

@@user-iz7zy7rx9t when you start you don't want gear

[@sgtbones1837]

@@MartinTeerly ì³p

[@adonygrapes]

@@MartinTeerly gear

[@general8284]

Thankyou for saving me 15 minutes of my life!

[@tylercunningham4311]

Why I subscribed to this channel: 1. you don’t overcomplicate things. 2. you don’t regurgitate the same information that a lot of people do. 3. you are humble unlike a lot of bodybuilders/fitness people.

[@robmen1402]

He was just a great person. Really sad to see him pass.

[@Equinsu_Ocha]

Damnit John, you will be hella missed. Will continue to watch your videos over and over. R.i.p champ

[@strongestnattyever-videos2247]

@STRONGEST NATTY IN THE WORLD. 🤣🤣🤣

[@robmen1402]

@@strongestnattyever-videos2247 What's your problem??

[@satinderjit4]

Came for the gains, ended up on amazon ordering a yo-yo.

[@mountaindog1]

ha!

[@iworst2005]

Think of it this way you gained a yo-yo

[@FinalBoss0]

Yeet

[@i-never-look-at-replies-lol]

Yo-yos are like jump ropes for the fingers

[@ronihalabi]

@@FinalBoss0 💵 popo oo

[@achalasangthong3869]

"All right Hi everybody " ... Liked

[@Fortior.]

Great video John. RIP.

[@alapanmitra9635]

"All right Hi everybody "... One of the soothing words to hear😁🔥

[@wesali16]

Such a humble guy and great support for body building rest in peace John ❤

[@joeysalafia5585]

John you’re channel is incredible. The logic is always there. Very easy to understand as a rational guy who likes science-backed and expirience-backed evidence. You educate and inspire me and many others. Im only 19 but I use your principals everyday. I always try to listen to my body and sometimes its best to take an extra day off opposed to pushing it and getting hurt or having a shitty session and recovery

[@mountaindog1]

you have a bright future ahead of you!

[@robertnolanclark267]

I have trained for fifty years now countless surgeries and medical issues back at it...accidentally found your site...my friend you and I think exactly the same...it validates what I have come to know...

[@mariuscroitoru4983]

I love how soothing and calming is Johns voice over the weight slamming sounds around him, perfect balance.

[@thomashugus5686]

Always solid advice and he seemed like a really genuine nice guy😢. So sorry when he passed

[@wesleycrawford8732]

First off I want to say that it is fantastic to see you're doing better John! You are one of the most even-keeled unbiased informative and above all kind-hearted individuals in the fitness and bodybuilding community that runs a fantastic KZbin channel. Secondly I want to thank you for all the information that you put forth to help everybody become a better version of themselves and to obtain the fitness and physique goals that they set safely. Lastly I want to say that I think it is absolutely awesome that you put your son in your videos doing yo-yo stunt tricks! Coming from a father of a four-year-old boy, the father-son bond is something completely magical and when cultivated properly forms a lifetime connection that is unmatchable! Keep doing what you doing brother you're on a great trajectory and you're helping more people than you know

[@anthonylee8743]

The section on overtraining ,and training when not fully recovered I fully agree with. When you're young just starting out on the competitive powerlifting road,its so easy to overtrain due to enthusiasm and wanting to lift those big numbers. The times I've trained, when I still ache due to the previous training session like an idiot, are too numerous to mention.I know it's difficult when you've got the bug, but its important to try to control it. This man is so much like my coach ,in attitude and direct approach. When your coach makes you stop sit down, teaches you to think and analyse more, you know you have a good coach. Lifting is hard, but self control and self analysis is harder!

[@jacekblachsiewierski7140]

Bodybuilder giving legit tips on strength- mad respect

[@mrtreize013]

spot on with these recommendations! one thing about frequency: I think it is possible to squat/bench/... 3 times a week but not always super hard. Just one hard session and 2 medium sessions tend to work for me

[@mountaindog1]

yes in that scenario it's doable.

[@nunninkav]

I would break at that frequency, specifically my elbows and lower back. My elbows will flare up if I press more than 2 times a week.

[@miguelroman4294]

I like to do 1 day hard and one day moderate a week. Those 2 days of chest exercises is the sweet spot for me!

[@silatguy]

Start at twice a week, do that for about 4 weeks and if you feel fine add 1 movement in 3x a week and repeat but just 1 movement at a time

[@danielrogers2970]

For beginners I think that's doable but once RPE 6-8 is around the 450-500 range constantly putting that stress on your body is going to break you

[@johnpaulgarcia6906]

Very fortunate to have a champion bodybuilder such as John to teach how to do your best in the gym and life in general too

[@newtestament8889]

Mr John you re gone but sure as fuck not forgotten…I see your videos on a daily basis…RIP

[@loky7395]

That is amazing. Young people are really lucky today with that kind of advices.

[@tibis1964]

Look at this youngsters in your gym. They don't accept any advice. ( anyway, when I have been in my teenage years, I knew everything as well ). I'm 57 and ,,gyming'' for over 40 years.

[@harlingen23]

Ive been searching and searching for good answers when it comes to weight lifting. Since I’m fairly new at it. Every channel I’ve stumbled upon makes it SO COMPLICATED! It almost discouraged me from even starting weight training. The way you explain things makes it so simple to understand. Thank you so much!

[@mountaindog1]

Welcome aboard!

[@evanwalker9298]

John, I wanted to share my experience, I’m 56 and strongest I’ve ever been. Especially legs/back. After 25 years toiling away progressively overloading with heavy weights low reps causing many related joint/back issues, I finally realized something so basic it’s embarrassing to admit. For me, If I could not complete compound exercises using just body weight with full range of motion squeezing at top every rep, I was wasting my time. So, for one year, I restarted and began with body weight squats with good form, tons of lunges, Bulgarian lunges, push-ups , core exercises , etc. I found my weak area for squats was at bottom, now it’s my strongest. After reaching 150 squats per day, 150 push ups, in sets, etc I began adding weight and I was blown away how quickly my progression happened. My legs look great (can finally see all quadricep heads, separated) I have zero joint issues and feel strong with a spring I’m my step. There’s something to be said about starting over with basics. I’m living proof of that. You’re an inspiration and I love your channel.

[@shoryahasiza3954]

Hey Evan, I'm 16 and I started lifting about 6 months ago. Although I have seen clear and consistent progression and it is quite early, I feel that I am not capatalizing on my early lifting gains and am not getting results as fast as I can. Would you say that doing calisthenic exercises as you mentioned would be better for me to gain strength faster?

[@evanwalker9298]

@@shoryahasiza3954 From my personal experience, I would highly recommend some calisthenics in your routine. Focus on slow and controlled movements squeezing at top. Especially legs. For me, it was the small change needed that triggered strength and muscle separation gains. Try it and see. Good luck!

[@nunninkav]

I agree, #4 is where your Genius is evident. Watching your exercise selection training other athletes it is clear that your rationale and understanding of exercise order and intensity is above and beyond.

[@mountaindog1]

thank you, it's a big factor that most don't consider

[@rangerjd8780]

Really great advice, as always! As a guy who is a year away from hitting 60, I can tell you that rest is getting more and more important, especially when it comes to injury. If my muscles and joints aren't rested and recovered and I try to work them out again, I'm in for a world of hurt. Thanks for what you do, and thanks for those little interludes of your son. I find myself looking for those in every video, always makes me smile.

[@gregnixon1296]

I’m 56. I can’t keep up with the workouts of my 22-year-old self. More rest, fewer risks now.

[@waynebeck6517]

This guy is a real peoples coach without and bullshit or plug, refreshing. Coach Greg has taught me alot and i went from 55%bodyfat to 15.5 now lifetime natural bodybuilder now.

[@dist-playlists1674]

Man so glad I discovered this channel. Would love seeing more video's focusing on the kinds of things a good strength coach would build his program around. Your content is much appreciated!

[@mountaindog1]

More to come!

[@brianmontana5700]

The fact that Alexander was doing that crazy trick right in front of the double glass doors tells me he’s both the skill and the confidence to pull off the trick like a boss. Thanks for sharing these tips John! You’re the best on KZbin. No question about it

[@robertstanley9633]

Everytime I watch your videos I feel like you're directly talking to me, like you literally address all my fitness issues & the greatest thing is that you do this for free out of your kind heart ❤ thank you John Meadows, you are missed but your fitness advice and coaching lives beyond us. Rest In Power 🙌🏽

[@patrickmatherne9698]

This guy knows his stuff. Straight up. I also like how well-rounded in life is.

[@callumbruce5724]

The alright hi everybody is strangely comforting

[@kaynemordini4229]

It is!

[@bereckdavid4810]

It's the best information I get. I listen to few guys. This guys got the best feel. Not just a professional, but a good delivery. It just feels like it's coming from a good place. No ego.

[@mountaindog1]

Appreciate that

[@hassan90x]

Love hearing those old school stories. You're already looking bigger, must be an extra bowl of cereal :) If you possible, make a video of your experiences at West Side Barbell. I remember you mentioning Chuck Vogelpohl's intensity and seeing crazy stuff in there.

[@stevent8314]

What a Great Guy! So sad that he is gone.

[@stumcvean]

This is a great video with a lot of valuable information. I watch this every month to keep me on track. Mr. Meadows has left us with so much knowledge. Thank heavens he left these to help us in our great adventure. R.I.P our great mentor.

[@frankv7068]

I can believe I got the best best introduction to Strength advice here, from a non strength training bodybuilder, you’re the man John!

[@pallios]

After two consecutive days of getting back into the gym I feel sore all over so much like you suggest I am not going to the gym today. I really want to but it is for the best to try another day. Listen to your body people.

[@ignaciogarcia8602]

if you haven't exercice in a long time you should take it slow or otherwise you will be very sore (the bad kind of sore)

[@John-iu9kl]

@Chris Waters melee weapons training?

[@ultralordd7625]

@@John-iu9kl, stocks, knives, and swords.

[@tonybrit2k]

I did the same thing , only did four days last week , finding it hard to walk at the moment. Been at it 12 months , but working out at home didn't come close to the gym , I gained on chest biceps and triceps , but my legs and back just not as strong.

[@Forgiven56]

So glad these keep coming across my feed. RIP John, thoughts and prayers towards your family

[@phil5037]

I've learned recently number five is super important bc the stronger you get, the longer you need to recover. I switched from a three day split (Push, Pull, Legs) to a four day split (Chest/Tri, Back/Bi, Delts, Legs).

[@justanerdwholiftweights4061]

Same . I also switched from PPL to a 4 day split. Mine is , back, chest & delts , arms , legs.

[@strongestnattyever-videos2247]

@@justanerdwholiftweights4061 your delta will struggle badly if you train them on chest day. Try: back, chest, arms, shoulders, legs.... then 2 off days

[@bayamonpr8383]

Someone please do a "alright ,hi everybody" compilation lol

[@mountaindog1]

it's coming :)

[@Robs.channel]

Where the backguy

[@thetop10guy47]

John, I'd just like to say we all love you and thank you for all these videos ❤️

[@JeremyLaiSixPackLai]

Really good list. Exercise selection - training the right accessories and movements to aid the primary lifts, are the toughest. Becos u don’t know what u don’t know, especially on your form breakdowns.

[@KJL00]

What's been successful for me so far is, each month i do a 1RM lift for all compound lifts. I then calculate all my working sets off of the 1RM. Each month I seem to put 5-10 lbs on my lifts so the next month I will be training slightly heavier then the previous month. Then come 1RM time I am able to lift/push more (so far). It's been a slow but steady process for making progress. In it for the process.

[@mati2912]

Thanks for all John...

[@79brumley]

I'd love to workout with him for a session, The amount I learn from his videos alone is mind boggling!

[@adamgossers5392]

John I love your old school simple approach to this complex world of strength training. Thankyou, your videos will help millions worldwide. Adam, UK

[@mountaindog1]

Very welcome

[@husnainsyed9939]

This is absolutely phenomenal. If only we had such easy access to this knowledge, wisdom and expertise decades ago.

[@will_lifts4793]

Awesome advice, thank you. Not enough people talk about lifting heavy too often and the impact it can have on things like the joints.

[@nanonasone3113]

I always watch John's videos even if I'm not interested in the subject because he's too wholesome :)

[@bagamsnsnsnsns2062]

Peepo pepe 😱

[@anthonyplaysbass]

i feel like this guy is an uncle i never met or something. Such a chill and wholesome bodybuilding expert and teacher. RIP GOAT

[@stevelee3144]

8:25 “ if you fell it go for it “ we use to always say that in the 80’s

[@mathias483]

Legit one of the best training videos I've seen, and I've seen A LOT.

[@mountaindog1]

Glad you liked it!

[@benfuoco18]

I wish i would've known this when i was younger. Older and Wiser now. Thanks John.

[@jwglista]

What a great guy. John could have withheld all this information and charged money for it all because it’s so valuable but he chose to share it for free with the world. Only the good die young

[@jawadkhalique9997]

I kind of already read everything he said in internet articles and whatnot but I kept listening because he's such a great person. You just like listening to his advice you know. He's the uncle you never had ❤️!

[@shahriarkabir1515]

man I could never stop watching these videos, miss you old man

[@Chromosome1919]

Neat tips man. I tried the frequency by training my bench 3 times a week and find it prone to injury cuz my shoulder is always sore from the heavy lifting.

[@inyourgrillbrunson9575]

Nah you need 1 heavy day and the rest a little lighter but higher volume depending how your body feels you may go heavy 2 days and light that 1 day.

[@CF_Joel]

Every time I watch one of your videos, you solve one of my problems! My knees. Thanks, man!

[@MrBlack-wt5er]

I'm not a bodybuilder but this is my favorite bodybuilder! Not because I watched his competitions but because of his KZbin channel, he is a wealth of knowledge and vary helpful!

[@mickeyrodriguez3229]

Gotta admit those sick yoyo tricks caught me off guard

[@matthewblumenthal804]

This helped. As much because it reinforced things I've found out the hard way as anything else. Frankly, hearing it out of you John, who I do consider an authority, really solidifies things for me. Now, I'm old(67). Not going to get bigger. Just want to keep from getting weaker, or as much as possible. I find these videos invaluable. Thanks again.

[@davidghbc9866]

Rest in peace legend

[@ENCXBG1]

I can't believe this video doesn't have more views. Great info right here!

[@CH-rs7cm]

The 2s,3s, and 5s fives make me cautious. If my body says no, I tend to listen, which is why I only do the the low reps once a week and keep the reps high all other days. I also do some yin yoga in the morning which is all about slow stretching and joint work, which actually helps.

[@mrjuelz7080]

You’re so laid-back I love watching your videos

[@gman5375]

“Alright Hi John!” Hope you’re feeling better my man 💪🏼

[@stevemeloccaro891]

I'm 65 been lifting 45 yrs, had joint issues a few times, do mostly body weight (do have weighted vest) your principals work with how i train even without steel, thank you

[@david-pb4bi]

Hi Steve 67 still do powerlifting competitions you can still lift heavy but takes some planning

[@brettseaberg5033]

When I train chest, I start with warm ups. I get my form down with the bar doing 2 sets of 15 then my formula is to take my goal weight of 200lbs subtract the bar (45lbs)÷by 4= roughly 40lbs. I did the bar twice and now I add 40lbs so I'm at 85lbs do that 10 add 45lbs(round up) do 10reps add 45 do 8-10reps and then I do 200lbs for 3 to 5. I'm currently then stripping plates off by the odd numbers and going till failure on each set till all plates are gone. I feel like this has helped me tremendously. I'm 4weeks back in gym and I could only bench 145lbs like 5 times and now I'm reping 200lbs for 3 sets. I only train chest once a week.

[@thatbodybuildingguyyoulike9228]

Alright, hi John. My coach the one that did over 1,000 pound deadlift natty, he trains a lot different too. One of the tricks is to rep it out on your last set to failure, accessory work helps a lot too for strength and keeps you safe.

[@mrsaizo0000]

I'm not working out like "crazy", my aim isn't too look big or similar. What I do want is strength and stamina, I follow your tips and videos and yes, they do help. But I'm not young I'm like 40+ and have a high metabolism, very high actually.. So I have to eat food to get more fat into my body. I do notice a strength increase, I did use to train at a gym (but since we are in lockdown - no gyms open nearby). I'm now on vacation, and use dumbells at home. Also, have a friend who helps a lot. But thanks for all the tips so far!

[@frankieromantv7653]

Rest in peace it’s one of my favorite videos too lots of over training is easy to do! Been there this guy a legend

[@ryankalpoo1258]

Experience at its finest.

[@genesotana]

Rest in peace. Thank you for all the wisdom and advice John.

[@locog42]

12:25 damn dude! leave some women for the rest of us!

[@nikowolf7]

He just finished spaghetti

[@metaverseme]

Thank you man. Basically dont be afraid to back down, to avoid injury

[@VALIANTTHOR383]

Outstanding as always John and I continue to love the insight into weight training too😁. We now need to see the walking the dog and cat in the cradle moves from that Fantastic son of yours❤️. Going to add a strength day each week and get back to really focusing on what I’m doing, progressive overload etc. realize even though I keep track of everything I have become lazy in progressing everything. Thank you

[@stevendamian2871]

Rest in peace man. Best fitness content out there

[@reciproheat]

Tell your kid that was a pretty good outside loop. Keep it up! There's competition for that y'know!👌

[@4realzthobro332]

I started off mixing up rep range throughout the week but since the COVID19 training at home I started to do less reps and heavy. Didn't feel over trained but the joints started to feel it. I ended up screwing up my ankle and now I'm in recovery mode. Annoyed that I can't go heavy right now but it's for the best. Thanks for these videos brother!

[@deb1847]

1 reason I'm not getting stronger: Gyms are closed due to Corona

[@GVS]

Bingo

[@tshortbull8683]

I'm lucky to be in a state where they're open now. When this thing started I was living in south Dakota they only shut down gyms for like 3 weeks back in april.

[@GVS]

@@tshortbull8683 Ah I'm in China. Was legit 3 months of calisthenics bullshit. Sick of dips and pullups.

[@tshortbull8683]

@@GVS Gotta do watcha gotta do though

[@deb1847]

@@GVS true. Calisthenics can never replace weight training

[@JESUSISKING77742]

Most people that are nice do it with the intention of getting something from you. With youtubers it’s to get more subs or likes. With John you can genuinely tell he’s a nice person with a kind heard who wants to help people he doesn’t have to put up a facade and that’s why I love him. I’m subscribed to maybe 40-50 different fitness youtubers and John is by far my favorite even though I just found out about him a few months back, even compared to the people I’ve been looking up to for 7+ years.

[@mountaindog1]

that is very kind of you - THANK YOU

[@Kjertinge]

Love ya John! Glad to see you’re healthy as a horse now!

[@sleepingforest8214]

John Meadows, Zyzz, Greg Plitt, Luke Sandoe, Dallas McCarver, Ritch Piana, All taken to soon . All those guys were awesome in there own ways. All helped and inspired people to be the best person they can be in life RIP 🙏❤️

[@edwardfortae2350]

Man that's a good point. My chest tendon and actually part of what feels like my biceps tendon bothers me when I bench every week but if I alternate it with incline every other week it does ok. So maybe the frequency is still to often for that much strain on my tendons vs muscle recovery. 🤔

[@olichef76]

Thank you for leaving these videos as a legacy for us that did not know you. R.I.P John Meadows

[@mang2204]

When I can go back to the gym I will start training in a powerbuilding style, 6 reps on compund lifts and 12-15 on other movements, i do want to get a little stronger 😁

[@northfloridacowboy8728]

Set up a full body program where everything gets worked out twice a week. First day lift for each muscle group focused more on strength and heavier lifts. Second day for each group is more for development. In doing this you cover more than one style training( each being just as important) and you get volume/ frequency.

[@davidselawsky6620]

Great video John. A lot of people have zero clue about how many reps they should do etc...

[@bruhmane1944]

Hey Mr.John you dropped this 👇 👑

[@henchdan1]

'hi everybody' such a friendly guy full of genuine advice. RIP John ❤️❤️❤️

[@AnthonyVenmans]

That thumbnail is hard to swallow John!!😂..... We all were there once😂

[@TH3Buzz]

As a dad I love that he always showed off his kids interests ...like nothing to do with the video AT ALL ..just purely because he was a proud dad. RIP man.

[@JimmyR83]

I just saw you on tv in my gym in Texas lol. I was like hey I watch this guys videos on KZbin. I think it was chive tv or motiv8

[@-nath-7837]

I've seen a few of your videos over the past few months and just scrolled past. For the past few days I've watched countless videos of yours and subscribed. I should of done this ages ago

[@Nizzon.]

John's right bicep-vein has a vein!

[@michaeladams3851]

Love the way John brakes things down for you. Videos are always informative.

[@illestdomer2005]

My problem is that I yo-yo between strength and hypertrophy focus. It's tough to deprogram your brain from training for fatigue.

[@chattingwithshap8010]

Awesome video John! Spot on! I see so many younger athletes training too much, too heavy and having zero understanding of how recovery, compound movements and RIR matter. Well done!

[@argetimaliu9616]

Yo John meadows since my gym reopened i am getting stronger at every workout even tho i am on a small calorie deficit still getting stronger i think quarantine was a deaload for me! Edit: before quarantine i was stuck at the same weight and not getting stronger working out 6x a week never resting i think rest is a good thing now!

[@mountaindog1]

Good stuff

[@karl3349]

What down to earth advice!!! Thanks John, for keeping it real!