Brutal back workout with IFBB Pros Shaun Clarida and Casey Fathi.

We absolutely destroyed back in this session at Bev's gym in New York. Shaun is 5 weeks out from the Mr. Olympia and Casey is deep into his offseason! We had some fun trying out 2 new pieces of equipment as well!
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John Meadows is an American professional bodybuilder and entrepreneur with an intriguing story. While John now boasts a successful career as an IFBB Pro bodybuilder and fitness company owner, his journey towards the top was extremely difficult.
Growing up, John never met his father, and his mother died at an extremely young age. This meant John only had his grandmother to take care of him. When his grandmother tragically passed away in 1999, John was left alone without his family to support him.
As the years went by, John continued to face new adversities in his life. During his early days in bodybuilding, John suffered from a rare colon disease. After fighting the disease for several months, his colon burst - almost resulting in his death. Luckily, John was quickly rushed to an emergency room where his life was saved. After several months of recovery, John was finally back on his feet.
Coming back into bodybuilding, John used the very obstacles that almost cost him his life as ‘fuel’ to grow stronger. Ever since he recovered from the colon surgery, John has gone on to become a successful bodybuilder, entrepreneur, and inspiration for many people all over the world.
IFBB North American Bodybuilding Championships, Men’s Heavyweight, 4th place
2005
USA Bodybuilding & Figure Championships, Men’s Heavyweight, 13th place
Los Angeles Bodybuilding, Fitness & Figure Championships, Men’s Heavyweight, 4th place
2007
IFBB North American Championships, Men Heavyweight, 16th place
2010
IFBB North American Championships, Men’s Heavyweight, 12th place
2011
North American Championships, IFBB Men’s Bodybuilding: Heavyweight, 9th place
2012
North American Championships, IFBB Bodybuilding: Over 40 - Heavyweight, 2nd place
North American Championships, IFBB Bodybuilding: Heavyweight, 7th place
NPC Teen, Collegiate & Masters National Championships, Bodybuilding: Over 40 - Heavyweight, 2nd place
2013
Masters National Championships, Bodybuilding: Masters Over 40 Super Heavyweight, 2nd place
Masters National Championships, Bodybuilding: Masters Over 35 Super Heavyweight, 3rd place
2014
NPC National Championships, Bodybuilding Heavyweight, 6th place
Masters National Championships, Bodybuilding Masters Over 35 - Super Heavyweight, 2nd place
Team Universe, Bodybuilding Over 40 Super Heavyweight, 4th place
2015
NPC Universe, Bodybuilding Over 40 Overall, 1st place - Earned the Pro Card
Wings of Strength Texas, Bodybuilding IFBB Pro 212, 5th place
Tampa Pro, IFBB Pro 212, 3rd place
Vancouver Pro, Bodybuilding IFBB Pro 212, 5th place
2016
Wings of Strength Chicago Pro, IFBB Pro Men 212, 10th place
Toronto Pro, IFBB Pro Men 212, 10th place
Arnold Classic, IFBB Pro 212, 9th place
2017
#BackWorkout #ShaunClarida #JohnMeadows

[@mountaindog1]

For more full back workouts checkout my back playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLNAUreWTt_ShiYJNqSx5ddWnIRMEoX9pG

[@TheyHateBlack_]

mountaindog1 I 💯 percent agree that range of motion with a full stretch will grow the muscle!!!

[@krismcleod272]

My father in law is 30+ years training and for the first time we went to the gym together yesterday. We did more in an hour than i would do in 2. Guy is 62 and showed me up 😆 I keep hearing the '4 more' and 'breath' echoing in my ears. I rolled out of bed this morning shoulders on fire. Good times. Keep up the vids John always good 👍

[@gaurd3]

3:51 Wish I had a gym bro :( That little touch is so significant. I’m ready to train back today. But alas it’s leg day. We don’t skip leg day round here.

[@kingghost_yt2245]

Exactly the same for me yesterday. I live in a small town with basic gyms.

[@IanHeydecke]

Awesome video John. I like the way you explain things in detail for the viewers

[@godsbeast.69]

John. Your Mindset is Brutal. These video’s are 2nd to none. Priceless.👌👌👌

[@stevengamble1550]

Surgery one just finished this aft.. 2 more to go over next 7 weeks.. depressing after working so hard, but can't wait to get all fixed up and get Hard at it again and Hire this Amazing Person and Coach! For 2020, Thank you John for being here for us all.

[@mountaindog1]

you bet!

[@RockstahRolln]

Shaun is popping out like 3D! He looks GREAT!

[@symqual1774]

Such gorgeous young guests! And you're also strong and tough as same as them. I'm so proud of you!!!

[@josephohrablo4866]

sym qual wow very disturbing/odd comment .

[@symqual1774]

@@josephohrablo4866 I'm a big fan of John and commented above favorably.

[@josephohrablo4866]

sym qual if you are a man I’m sorry this is disturbing . If your a woman my apologies .

[@symqual1774]

@@josephohrablo4866 Never mind!!!

[@kam6344]

Great video John. I liked seeing you help him with his posing

[@adamortner7172]

Great video! Liked the intro to this Syosset Gym, and now seeing you guys using the gym! Great guests as usual, and the workouts are intense lately!! Thanks John.

[@JoeSantulli4114]

Should have watched this BEFORE today’s back workout! Still killed it though. Thanks for the content, John!

[@robertobetancourt7881]

Shawn is so impressive . Lots of progress . Good job John .

[@jameskearney5677]

I agree with you 100% on the stretch stuff. You see it in the traps all the time.

[@Clos9jp]

John, amazing content once again. This video took it back regarding posing. All those little tips go a long way. Continue the great content.

[@ironheadhooligan]

This work out is right on time....I do back today....I'll definitely hear it while I do mine....just listening to ppl doing good workouts really helps get into it more..thnx brothaaaaa 💪 🐷💯 ™️

[@ultrafloss492]

Thanks MD&Athletes! Stone muscles and leafs for skin, damn. I laughed when you used that Italian machine first. Seems like an amazing piece of equipment because of the possibility of executing angled variations.

[@micpadovano]

That machine from Panatta is brutal! Thanks for sharing the workout, John!

[@Strongaholic]

Daaaaamn! 35mins with Shaun Clarida 😱 Need to grab a food before watching 💯😂

[@soullessSiIence]

Cute

[@camarada_michi]

Those shoulders truly are something else...

[@wilsonvega8331]

Great back workout mountain dog wish mt gym had some of those amazing back equipment that that gym has also great coach u r its a blessing who ever u coach they will get the best knowledge they will ever get coming from u

[@pizzaDhut]

18:55 "I did 11 and a half", brilliant, your face says it all.

[@traingear9578]

love howJohn is coaching but is also competitive with the guys he's training with

[@mountaindog1]

lead by example is my #1 rule

[@josephohrablo4866]

Shawn looks crazy ., conditioning is alway on point

[@JRT140]

Over the last few years my lats have gotten so tight that I have shoulder issues from it. I have now found the pull over machine to be a great way to stretch the lats along with dead hangs

[@BryantStarr88]

I always do about three or four bent over cable raises prior to my back workouts, so my rotator cuffs and upper back are warmed up and have a little bit of a pump prior to doing any pulling where have to use biceps in order to train back, it's worked out pretty good for me I seen some results in my upper back and rear delts, in addition I do that same routine when training my rear delts on my shoulder workouts which are usually split two or three days after the back. Training rear delts twice a week will improve your appearance from the back and front 💪

[@paull9086]

Where the Meadow rows at? Just started doing them after watching one of ur videos, I love those.

[@mountaindog1]

had to mess with other stuff in a unique gym like this!

[@christosniarros7677]

Hi John, when are you going to upload your workout with Paul Carter? Lovin all the vids!

[@mountaindog1]

1-2 weeks

[@nuavecmoi]

OMG John. Looking at your training programs and they're all advanced. I've been training for like 4 months. Is there a beginner/intermediate for the whole body with like a push/pull/leg split? Should I just get the ebooks? Do the ebooks come with like an excel file so you can track your progress over the weeks? Not sure what to do.

[@mountaindog1]

yea they are pretty advanced....I dont have blank templates sorry :( you may want to try Colossus and don't go quite as hard on the last set as I explain. It is lower in volume and I think you would be ok there.

[@nuavecmoi]

@@mountaindog1 Thanks!

[@baileyhocking7624]

Hey John, in this video and a couple of others you’ve mentioned lack of flexibility for certain poses. Could you possibly do a video on what to do for flexibility in different poses? When I do a back double biceps my arms won’t pin fully back, and I can’t turn my hands back so my elbows won’t come out enough to fully open the lats in the pose either. Thanks man!

[@swanblake]

John when you said his hips were the weakness when doing a one are dumbbell row, what do you suggest to correct this? I have the same issue with stability

[@mountaindog1]

strengthen adductors

[@swanblake]

@@mountaindog1 thank you!

[@clipto4]

Shaun is hard as nails, even just his forarms it’s like the skin is transparent.

[@mountaindog1]

he'll be ready!

[@SodaiGoku]

Someone forgot to tell Casey it’s back day, and not bicep day. Shaun - your back is sick!

[@stevengamble1550]

My Physio Therapist recently has me aggressively stretching my back to allow for more muscle growth. (A lagging body part because of the out of sight out of mind, a rookie mistake to not focus as much on Back) I want to train with John one day!

[@pastywhiteguy69]

Great video john, loved seeing shaun he's my favourite + inspiration. Shaun looking so good!

[@jezuaccc]

John that machine was awesome

[@baileyhocking7624]

Hey John. I was wondering if you’d possibly do a video about flexibility issues/solutions in posing? As I’ve noticed you mention it in a couple of videos. When I do a back double biceps my shoulders won’t pin all the way back, plus I struggle to turn my hands backwards/turn elbows forward to open up the lats. Thanks!

[@UncleMike81]

He's ready. GL Shawn - make it happen

[@TheMolina297]

Come on John, one last ride on the grain train. I want to see you step on stage. Make it a series where you show us everything it takes.

[@mountaindog1]

contemplating

[@TheMolina297]

mountaindog1 If the wife is okay, go for it. Healthy as possible of course. You got a family to take care of.

[@Whiteboyfromtheyard]

Shawn has an amazing physique! Being short isn’t in his disadvantage! I actually think it makes him look better. He’ll do good at the olympia

[@christianmeadows5926]

I'm a little late to the party but holy god what a killer back workout, imma go do this today!

[@bradk8031]

Always learning something from Meadows!

[@JR2K80]

Full circle. John you're a good luck charm!!

[@frankfrankerson8127]

Hey John, love the channel. Q: what do you think is the best grip for front delt raises, neutral or pro? Also, is interval farmers walk good for cardio?

[@mountaindog1]

for pure isolation probably neutral, but i use pronated

[@jimmcintyre4390]

Love the Batman straps!

[@Vero587]

Awesome workout, looking good Marissa!

[@TheMolina297]

Insane genetics, shredded.

[@rashidal-mahmud4332]

Shawn's back is world class

[@mattiagrisanti7934]

Amazing video!!!!

[@jamesbrace3212]

Hey John what you you recomend for loose lower abdominal skin? & what kind of waist trainer would you recomend???

[@rillzter4361]

Clarida is going for first place that's for sure!

[@Polandsyndromebodybuilding]

So much progression

[@ronin_9]

Master class is in session..!!

[@bigdaddyyumyumthechocolate8481]

The equipment in the gym is next level.

[@BatmanBoss]

Good luck at the O Shaun!

[@nathannewman799]

good posing tips here

[@nelsoncruz184]

Shaun wearing fatigue’s ready for war !

[@shortie94]

Would be a privilege to have the mountain dog john meadows as your trainer / mentor 😎💪

[@RoryHolland111]

Hell yea that’s what I came here to say. What a gem, his passion for training is contagious

[@darrenmurphy2754]

@@RoryHolland111 contagious is the word I was looking for! Couldn't agree more

[@gymintuition9232]

Daaaaamn! Put The Blood Thru The Muscle!! @27:17 Daaaaamn!!!

[@zachmeeks1627]

John, what kind of straps do you use?

[@mountaindog1]

elitefts.com

[@thomasthetankengine2257]

There is no one now or ever, that carries more muscle per inch than Shaun. Fucking ridiculous 👍

[@armandosanchez5156]

You should put the sets and reps i the description

[@kingojugo]

Shaun has awesome intensity I hope he does some damage at the Olympia he improves all the time.🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@mountaindog1]

he will!

[@donaldcreech7782]

Very cool video. Thank you!

[@SMewett]

Cheers John 👍👍👍

[@donaldcreech7782]

Shaun looking like a God lol

[@coco46st]

Simple things in life see a meadows video hit the like button

[@Moodamage]

Shaun's forearms!!!

[@mountaindog1]

insane

[@Irwan-oq2xt]

That's so hard...''no pain no gain''

[@eii8794]

This lil dude is a bigger badder version of Lee Priest!! Giant Killer

[@BLZArmwrestling]

Men that back is Colemanesque

[@1michlen]

motherfuckin amazing!

[@eugeneraika8045]

Damn Shaun is freaky

[@nuavecmoi]

What was that machine they were using where it looked like they were rocking? Look like an ab machine. It was around 21:17

[@oscarpoll4324]

A pushdown machine I believe

[@nuavecmoi]

@@oscarpoll4324 An ab pushdown machine? My gym has one. I never saw anyone use it before. Hmm. Which muscles does it work?

[@zakhosking6425]

Its a pullover machine. For lats

[@oscarpoll4324]

Kimchi Bunny Nono a lat pullover/pushdown machine (which evidently targets your lats). The machine in your gym is most likely a crunch machine, similar motion but your trunk moves instead of pushing your arms down

[@kbrownfocus]

Some of my fav machines

the girl's shape is really good

[@lofficer11]

Is it common to burst blood vessels in your eye from weight lifting? I notice my left eye, the outer part of the white area always is bloody or bruised. Today it is a bit more bloody, probably because I took an advil yesterday. But is this common. I read online this happens due to damage to the eye OR lifting heavy things.

[@philen]

TBB5413 it happened to me twice, the second time i also got bursed blood vessels all over my neck, chest, shoulders and upper back and also some on my arms. They became large miscoulorations that lasted for 4-5 days. I lifted way too heavy at that time.

[@BrownPatriot316]

TBB5413 You guys kill me with all that ego lifting. Form>weight. I bet y’all be those guys kickin, screamin, and spittin to get 1-2 reps...blood vessels should not be popping when weight training.

[@philen]

That is why i wrote that i lifted way to heavy at that time. It’s not good.

[@philen]

RIPKEE4 it was a long time ago. Young and stupid. But if it is as he says, a faulty of the eye, i cannot say he should lift lighter. I’m not the one to decide his training.

[@lofficer11]

@@BrownPatriot316 you are a fool. blood vessels in the eye can burst from sneezing you dip shit. Smarten up. Keep your dumb ass comments to yourself

[@chronometa]

What's that first red row machine

[@slumking112]

The high platform t bar is the hardest version totally different feel from the floor version....

[@man1cs171]

It really tries to pull you foward

[@slumking112]

@@man1cs171 absolutely....you know

[@mountaindog1]

yes it does...too much for my liking

[@slumking112]

@@mountaindog1 I remember the old low platform one...but I never see those anymore....that shhhh....was awesome who made that.....

[@jjscience2467]

Monsters live here

[@TankP0wnz]

Sorry this isn't related to the video, but can anyone tell me why when I train chest i feel a really strong squeeze during my first two exercises, but once I get a good pump I can't feel anything anymore? I get the best contraction with decline hammer press so I tend to start with that. Thanks to anyone who can help me out.

[@musclesmurf8528]

I guess someone will correct me but sounds like u train with waaay too much intensity at the start & therfore can no longer contract even into the middle of the work out. U may need to cut back on reps, sets or not go to failure for sure to relieve some of the seemingly already exusted muscle.

[@TankP0wnz]

@@musclesmurf8528 That might be the case, thank you. The hammer press just feels so good I probably get carried away.

[@HughMiron]

Backwards hat dude all biceps

[@atoceansmercy]

Good grief they're all huge O_O

[@randygentry2442]

👍💪

[@SubmissionArmwrestling]

👍

[@jadbhirich7560]

RIP

[@soullessSiIence]

What's her Instagram 🔥

[@mountaindog1]

ginastica_marissamarie

[@deadz2268]

Good video but I would prefer not to see every rep of every set. I end up fast forwarding a lot.