JOHN MEADOWS OLYMPIA TOP TEN! | Fouad Abiad's Real Bodybuilding Podccast Ep.79

[@andrewsweet4631]

Who doesn’t love Meadows he’s such a nice guy

[@heavymetalfitness2091]

He’s extremely mean and beats people up randomly on the streets. It’s all an act

[@dzzhang6485]

@@heavymetalfitness2091 he chased me down the streets and punched me in the face once

[@MrKratosin]

i love john because too man!

[@alikilo6777]

he's simply a legend!

[@JayyyCloud]

@Yuvraj Sapkal issa joke

[@imthemulisha]

John asking Fouad to ask him the same question on the podcast is how you know Fouad is the same person on and off youtube

[@fraternovaeres]

Exactly, and it works both ways. John thought he was just talking to Fouad privately and he was exactly the same guy we see every other time. These two are some of the most genuine people in the industry.

[@andyatch33]

Man it’s crazy watching this now. Especially about sharing health issues. What a great guy John was RIP

[@brbodybuilder]

You can tell how much enjoyment John gets from coaching those kids, such a stand up guy!

[@Kevin-21]

Preworkout meal, jug of water, privacy, headphones an a Fouad Podcast .....life is good

[@stoph8n24]

Sounds like a pretty balanced day so far!! 🤣

[@jefferymartenson2633]

Yes. Fouad being open about your health issues is IMMENSLY helpful for young and newbie bodybuilders. This is vital info man! Thank you.

[@5cent27]

This is how real of a person John is. Doesn’t even know he’s being recorded yet and is still the same dude. Same dude if he knows you’re watching or not. THATS a real dude.

[@gTr4yr4y]

“I’m not 5’8, I’m 5’9” is the bodybuilding equivalent of saying “I’m not 12 I’m 12 and a half!” 🤣

[@FouadAbiad]

Lmao

[@edwardfortae2350]

An inch is a lot dont believe the ladies when they say size doesn't matter. 🤷‍♂️

[@kaylaparker6425]

Size matters

[@RicktheBeast]

John Meadows is always my favorite guest on your podcast! Very intelligent, honest and down to earth! Love how passionate both of you are about bodybuilding!

[@ThePowerofJames]

The man, The myth, The Mountain Dog

[@WillTheSage]

Sure am glad they took the time to do this interview :/ gone but not forgotten

[@tommyjohn312]

You know john is a genuine dude because he didn’t even know he was live and he was still acting like he always does. Both really good dudes and a great episode overall

[@Matthew-167]

The passion John has for the kids he coaches is a pleasant reminder that there still are good people in youth sports 💪🏻👏🏻

[@retidossaurorex370]

Meadows is probally one of the humblest guys out there , he helped so much with training and stuff and he isnt my coach , just his youtube channel and always being the cool guy he is

[@mandose7en]

This should be good! Always good seeing Fouad and John together

[@dakotaburke961]

love this podcast and some john meadows perfect combo

[@martincolver8631]

Yes! Yes! Yes! Your openness “Dr.Hoss” is appreciated beyond measure and has helped many of us who listen and follow you. Your caution over the years has prompted me to listen where I may have otherwise ignored my body and likely incurred injury. Both you and John Meadows have shed light where there was only darkness. Nothing but respect for you both!

[@orimlig8619]

I got chills when John told the story about the guy who had a heart attack, John is the man.

[@alexandrudumitru2435]

The most genuine and the best thing that happend to bodybuilding and fitness industry is you guys making videos and being who you are. Not kidding. Been watching John and Fouad for a very long time now and i've learned so much not only regarding to fitness, bodybuilding and nutrition but also things regarding life and mental health and overall physical health. From the bottom of my heart - THANK YOU.

[@FouadAbiad]

You’re welcome!

[@christarpley2099]

Alright hi everybody. - John Meadows

[@newbiegains6525]

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[@Madevilz]

But wait a minute...

[@alexbeck957]

John Meadows is THE MAN! Could listen to him talk all day.

[@CVisions]

John’s knowledge never ceases to amaze me

[@billbeckham2280]

Fouad, your willingness to be open on some tough personal circumstances continues to impress and inspire me!

[@katjamisun]

Transparency is such a rare trait to find - but goodness is it a blessing. Stay Transparent Fouad - The honesty on this podcast is like no other - the value delivered and of this podcast is unmatched!

[@j-ferrell144]

John is my favorite guy u have on your show, he is just an overall solid dude, a man of faith, an honest person who always is real with us about what’s going on in his life, that alone takes a lot to be that open, not to mention he is incredibly smart. You guys being completely honest all the time is EXACTLY why this channel will continue to grow ! Keep up the great work buddy

[@frankthomas1423]

Johns such a stand up guy I appreciate all he has to say...Everytime I have contacted John on IG he always responds with great advice ...and he also has an 850 credit score btw....lol

[@whitegold079]

Both of you are giving out good positive energy. It's a pleasure to hear you out

[@eddiehuerta4859]

Fucken love when you bring coaches on the podcast, the knowledge they have is crazy. Great podcast man

[@cross123ish]

You and John are Gold...you two make it fun, educational, and personal, it’s two people who respect each other, your friends and you’ve done the work together. You two talk and share what we need, the truth and the knowledge of good and bad experiences. You two need to do one weekly or bi-weekly show that plays on both your channels...Do it for Bodybuilding, for Bodybuilders, and for the Health of Others.

[@michaelodonnell1371]

Fouad, you should do a documentary in the future. You're so insightful man. I wanna know more about your coming up as a bodybuilder and business man 🙏

[@Jo_Jo310]

I’ve started his Gamma Bomb Program yesterday .. already I needed a day off today lol he’s a great man wish I can train with him in person.

[@daniellastimosa2405]

What a great podcast I learned so much and well entertained. This year's Mr. Olympia is going to be historic!

[@agerogers9744]

Meadows is such a great ambassador for the sport.

[@chrisseagler1570]

Because of your honesty and transparency is why I keep watching Fouad. I never could get info from the 90s era bodybuilders. Even at clinics they'd never get personal. 🙏🏼🏋🏼‍♂️💪🏼🥩🍗

[@SportsInNYC]

Always great to have John on the podcast. Really nice guy and a wealth of knowledge.

[@christiantheleviathan3646]

John meadows is such a nice guy, you can see it and hear it. Great podcast Hoss

[@joshuarutz69]

john is an amazing guy. definetly saved a life with his story. what a man

[@themx371]

In regards to the initial conversation about being open about health issues, you're 100% on the money Fouad. Both of you guys sharing health issues and experiences has made me more aware of what indicators to recognize as well as more adamant about consistently checking up with my doc about bloodwork. Thank you for constantly putting out great information and making it entertaining as hell along the way!

[@shawnlewington3923]

I think you discussing your personal health issues is a great thing because You are creating awareness.

[@driveandsucceed809]

As someone who starting out in the fitness industry it’s so invigorating to know that our elders and people who have so much to teach about the body building world. It’s nice to know somebody is looking out for the next gen please be honest gives me so much comfort

[@fiv3lionz]

“You love keeping people hanging” “Oh no, I’m not Kai Greene.” What a savage

[@d_bribe]

John being a football coach for middle school kids is something so awesome. There is something humble and altruistic about John that you rarely see in people. I wish him all the best!

[@TheKillbox76]

Love waking up to these ❤ two of the most honest and genuine Bbuilders on the planet. Never stop inspiring

[@imass4x205]

Don't hold back with your experiences and knowledge Fouad, you are so generous and honest without directly making monetary gain, there is no doubt you are help people that have genuine concerns about there health and have taken action because of what you share

[@jonathanhouzvicka3705]

Definitly eye opening when people in the industry are open about health complications and preventative measures 👍🏻💪🏼

[@connorburtontraining1297]

Time stamps are a huge help!

[@tylermiceli9100]

I wish I had started watching these podcasts sooner, so much great free information.

[@Jack_Smith12]

John is the best, always love seeing him on the podcast!

[@BeasstMode247]

It’s nice to listen in with these two OG’s of the fitness industry and not hear drama like these other guys here on YT! 😎 We all can appreciate you being forward and open with us for years. 🤙🏽

[@josiahwilliams6646]

I didn't even watch it yet and I thumbs up it. Thank you Hoss you've brought us through a dark time of bodybuilding. 🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@markwhitelaw6264]

I'm 5 minutes in and I'm vocally agreeing with the two of you in regard to sharing experiences with health! I was a Combat Medic, then I moved to the Oil and Gas industry as a Remote, Offshore Medic. A big part of my remit was educating my colleagues on the signs and symptoms of health issues and the importance of early checks. Keep educating and saving!

[@ironparadise4176]

“Ask me on the podcast when we are live”🤣😂

[@Adrian.56]

Couldn’t click any faster. Bring it back to the old days when John and Fouad had those videos together.

[@BrandonHinz]

Fouad, THANK YOU! You're putting out so much amazing content (you do every week - but especially this week!) We had some motivational talk with Derek, some always fun talk with Iain and James, and now two "notebook sessions" as I call them with Phil and John! I learned about how amazing John was when you would talk about him back when on the podcast, and have been running his programs ever since. Thank you!

[@luisacarneiro9367]

My two favorite bodybuilders together. What a treat.

[@patryan6072]

Thank you for the honest answers and response to all the questions. 👍👍

[@MrGflan]

Rest In Peace, John!! I need to share my Facebook post, as I never knew John, but he meant a lot to me: The fitness world lost a prominent figure yesterday. John Meadows did more for bodybuilding than perhaps anyone. The public heard of Arnold, but John created many videos, showing young and old alike how to train smarter and also improve nutrition and mindset regarding many things in life in general. This “Meadows Row” back exercise is for you, John!! Thank you for answering all my questions and being such an important figure in the fitness world. I never met you personally, but I think a lot of us feel as if we did!! You really helped me develop my physique and I will continue learning from you hopefully many years to come!! Rest In Peace!!

[@DavisGetsDutty]

Big Hoss coming through as always 🔥🔥

[@ypmm53]

I love JM!! One of the top guys in the business. Honest, humble, caring and a wealth of knowledge. The industry needs more people like John.

[@Kyle06531]

It's always good to listen to John & Fouad

[@Wheytoobuff]

I really enjoy the conversations you have with John. You guys are real and inspiring keep it up

[@amfitness5598]

I can listen to John all day long, good to have him on Hoss. He’s like the Mr Rogers of BB! Can’t help but like the man!

[@ypmm53]

Fouad, thank you for sharing your issues. You are 100% right. You help a lot of us with your trials and tribulations. I knew JM was going to tell that story. He shared that story before. You two fellas are awesome! I wish you both nothing but the best!!

[@bryanlord7282]

My favorite guest on my favorite podcast. LETS GO

[@kurky72]

Glad you brought the health subject up, I’m one of those guys who listened to you when said get blood work done, after you talked about your health about a year ago, it’s been about 8 months feeling like a new man, I’m 48 suffer from low T would never think to even get it checked until you brought it up, I swear I had so many symptoms and thought this is the way I’m spouse to feel, I’m sure there is plenty others that listened to you and are now in a better place, So thanks again Fouad for saving my life. I do understand where your wife is coming from, but like you said if you can help at least one person, it out weighs the trolls.

[@FouadAbiad]

🙏🏽

[@ypmm53]

Great show! I can listen to JM all day. You two can be very comical. Thank you for having JM on the show.

[@arthurmabeejr8752]

I have to agree 110% with Mr. Fouad Abiad & Mr. John Meadows, the positives out weigh the trolls when it helps someone in particular. I'm a big fan in bodybuilding, I see many athletes in football, basketball and powerlifting just keeping things under their hat. This is the one true sport where everyone helps each other, something you won't see in other sports. I will be 59 in one more day on December the 13th, and I have grown tremendously from listening and applying it to my life, what both of you do and say are more than beneficial to my health. I'm also a very religious person, I pray for not just those I know but, I pray for all, we try to give people better examples in life, if it was not for guys like you both, we would be hurting big time!!!! I truly believe this with all my heart and soul, when I found out Mr. John Meadows heart issues my heart sunk, I said no please help him Lord, So I talked to my wife because she seen tears in my eyes....She asked me why??? What's wrong, did I do something wrong? I said no! I explained how I felt about Mr. John Meadows, she told me right now we are going to pray for him, she still asks me everyday how Mr. Meadows is doing? When, one of us down or got an issue, we are to pray for them, uplift them in a positive way, show them love, and patience, I am truly blessed by you both, by giving us honest facts, showing us that we need to pay attention. I'm also very blessed because I am able to still workout 6 days a week, I only take Sunday off. The message here is: It's just the same as winning souls, if you can help just one person or win one soul for Christ sake, you will be blessed that much more. Even though I never met either one of you in person, I can honestly say: you both are truly a blessing in my life, I do exercises that keep pressure off my joints at my age, I am lucky as I never had one injury, it because the message you both deliver and give to us, God Bless you both!!!!!! I have to agree with Mr. John Meadows, and I would take it a step further as far as wanting to compete again Mr. Fouad Abiad, you have to look at this one important point and hopefully you will? 1). The Heart is a muscle, The Kidney is an organ, these 2 are two different things, they function differently. The more you work the Heart, the stronger it becomes, is there any exercise that can make the Kidney stronger? No! not directly or indirectly, our Kidney's are made to do different functions. So, my answer would be no it's not wise to compete again, since we do know how stressful it is do prep for a show? There is a passage that is in the Bible famously put there by King Solomon, In the book of Kings, this verse says: The white lining is a strength when function correctly, when broken it dies....This is also known as the "Vagus Nerve" it's the white lining that starts in the center part of the body and goes throughout the entire body, over the brain, and all the way down to the feet as well. So, my answer to this is.....It's ok to push yourself to an extent, competing again would definitely be a no go! I realize how much you want this, I never even stepped on a bodybuilding stage, I wanted to for years. I was never good enough in my mind, I worked out like a bodybuilder, I ate and slept the same way, of course I was always natural. I am currently on TRT, I hate it though because my wife has to give me a shot every 2 weeks. I still train hard with no medical problems. other than low T, the low T does not interfere with my system though. So, my message is this Mr. Fouad Abiad, why not just train your body accordingly, not compete but, you can still progress and lose weight if you desire that, there is goals you can still achieve without competing???

[@FouadAbiad]

I am monitoring everything with a kidney specialist. I am going to continue training as I like with precautions. When he says it’s too much, that’s when I’ll stop.

[@arthurmabeejr8752]

@@FouadAbiad I agree, this is a good thought! I just want to see the best for you, you have to make that decision. I would do the same, you just have to look around with your family, is it worth it? The main thing is being smart, plus make good decisions. I push myself very hard, even my doctor tells me I am doing too much, however I have always done this, being almost 59 is not a mistake, plus my doctor tells me my macros, minerals, protein, and all of my labs are in the top even for someone that is 20 years old. I feel better when I'm more active and pushing hard, I do step over the line, I watch my joints, then I recover. I must be doing something correct? I'm not bragging by any means but, who is going to do this for me, these decisions I make always helped me. This is one good thing about being retired from the Army, yes I can take the time for these decisions, I can afford the time because my health depends on it. I want to grow old with my loving wife, she is the center of my spirit, means so much to me. I also believe this whole heartedly: We one day will be judged according to everything we say and do, in particular to others, so God is in the center of mine and my wife's life. I'm not perfect by any mean, we all fall short.

[@cmciron]

If I was going to hire a coach, Mr. Meadows would be the one.

[@CaptainTodd]

Why dont you!!

[@cmciron]

Not in my budget.

[@CaptainTodd]

@@cmcironAre you aware of his paid website? You can gain all his knowledge for a fraction of the cost of traditional coaching

[@cmciron]

Yes sir.

[@stewartgracie2336]

Johns great, conversation is so easy between you both. That olympia prediction segment was amazing, might just skip it back and watch again 😀

[@nathanwoodson5577]

These videos are great. Thank you for being open and honest so we can all learn

[@andrewmachado6967]

Happen to me after I stop doing pct and I did 1 cc of test per week 250mg and after 4 month my test was 1532 mg/d and I fell great. I thank this to you and Jonh and you two honestly.👍💪

[@newbiegains6525]

John & Fouad are a Top Tier duo... can’t wait to watch💪🏻

[@dakotasonney2142]

I got goose bumps from a KZbin notification

[@brianblack2244]

One word to describe John, genuine. I really like john meadows. Dudes a fuckn tank.

[@errorerror4039]

Yes Fouad you are correct, you’re helping tons of people. Especially younger dudes like myself (23yr)

[@FouadAbiad]

👊🏽

[@junioralcala7]

Fouad your podcasts have made 2020 bearable

[@FouadAbiad]

🙏🏽

[@bigc7525]

Two of my favorite fitness youtubers in one podcast! Awesome!!!

[@michaeldevore1003]

Two awesome shows back to back Fouad! You sir are on fire

[@ronin_9]

Fouad and John! Let's go!!!!

[@karanmora1339]

Always good to see and listen Faoud.....💓💓💓

[@أبومريم-ج5ر]

Great content as always Fouad! Dont know if anyone mentioned it before, but I would love to see Victor Martinez on the show, talking about his career and the difficulties he went through

[@88darrenr]

Always a treat when John’s on 👌🏻

[@gavinclark9130]

I love John, he's such a great guy. You guys are so good for sport, it's awesome. Keep up the good work Hoss! 🦉

[@JustArtsCreations]

Ive been waiting for this one. Awesome podcast. Was not expecting the yo whats up from John

[@edwardfortae2350]

I hate cardio but started again because of both of you. Fux told me to do it several times but I honestly didnt let it sink in until I heard both your stories.

[@dend6172]

This is my favorite and only podcast I actually like / Thx Fouad

[@gamerdadmorelikelamerdad]

Great talk with Uncle John. Now my depression can set back in until your next video.

[@ANOOPBAL]

Nice interview!. The best thing you can do for your heart is cardio or aerobic activity. Weight training doesn't help much with CV fitness. Large reason is the decrease or no change in stroke volume with acute resistance resistance training. So even it is improves CV, it very minimal relative to aerobic activity.

[@fredt1809]

Great podcast by 2 real, honest, no bs guys. Would you both please do an Olympia commentary?

[@keimo8472]

I liked this episode very much. John is awesome. Not just intelligent, but wise too.

[@rolandoxiv6934]

always good to se john for some wisdom

[@garrettgregson960]

Big hoss and mountain dog go better than my chicken and rice

[@gTr4yr4y]

Started watching John meadows right before lockdown Bc of Jeff Bullard. That lead me to coach Greg (via algorithm) which then lead me to Fouad. Full circle baby!

[@Bl0omiNaT0R]

Great podcast, always enjoy the podcast when john comes on 💪

[@dlyman95]

Fouad I just want to let you know that I have had kidney issues for about a year and started on Irbesartan just recently after hearing you talk about your experience. Kidneys are back to normal now and I feel great! Thanks for being transparent man

[@FouadAbiad]

That’s awesome to hear man! Glad you’re feeling healthy!

[@vacuumcleaner11]

I could listen to Fouad and John talk all day long. @2:41 is a great start to the podcast 😂

[@perrywhitledge4005]

I’ll say it again, best damn podcast out there! So so much info between the two of you!

[@JackTse]

we are being spoiled the last 2 weeks of the O!!!!!!!! thanks fou! john is the bessssttttt!!

[@SBLifts]

As a younger person(20) I think it is important for top guys like Fouad and the guys he has on to be transparent about health. I've always been into the science of stuff so I've been more conscious of the health side of things when it comes to starting AAS etc. However, many of my friends have not been... When young guys won't do the research the best thing they have is when the top guys are telling them to BE CAREFUL.

[@charismauniversity9626]

What a great guy John was Miss him😣