3 Easy Tips for a Successful Diet (Get Lean)

[@alwayshotelfie]

Everybody's favourite bodybuilding Uncle

[@xboyjonny]

facts

[@RealAdrianReactions]

Yup

[@Sam-rx1lw]

Forget uncle, John is the bodybuilding father

[@SubmissionArmwrestling]

Uncle shoot...he yo daddy...

[@prestonshirley9864]

Yes! Uncle John!

[@Weltschmerz14]

John was so kind and genuinely cared about his viewerbase.

[@mdoyleproductions9358]

John has single-handedly forced me to stop listening to just about everyone else in the fitness world. In a world where everything is click-baited nonsense about, "STOP doing this, and do THIS instead," every time you turn around, someone is hell-bent on telling you anything you're doing wrong, just to appear as the new fitness messiah. We are fortunate to have this man's soft, non-judgmental, and powerful approach to advising the thousands of lifters out there who want to get better. Every tip is an excellent suggestion that hinges solely on someone who lived this and paid detailed attention along the way. This is where I come for information. RIP, my friend, and thank you for sharing all of this with us.

[@getjacked]

1: 90/10 Rule, Eat 90% less processed foods (Oats, Salmon, Chicken, nutrient dense foods) and 10% anything you really want or the perfect balance that makes you consistent 2: Rotating foods, kiwis to blueberries, oats to rice, chicken to lean beef, and ice cream to cookies (yes even fun foods) 3: Use your nutrition to fuel and recover from training, split out your meals through the day or one big meal if it works better for you and also a good rule of thumb is a good meal after your workouts. BONUS TIP: Don't get obsessed with the scale it takes time and it fluctuates

[@ditz3nfitness]

The BONUS TIP is really true! Can get too obsessive about it. Take pictures and feel your body with your own hands. Are you getting stronger but still not adding fat on your stomach? Then keep going my man!

[@MechanicalTension]

@@ditz3nfitness needed this. Your comment is my current situation 😂

[@bergstein7879]

You're not jacked, though. You're below average at any gym, today. Sorry, bud.

[@getjacked]

Berg Stein That’s a bit rude bro, I’m happy from where I was I used to weigh 315 now I’m 170

[@rory644]

@@getjacked Dont listen to fuckwits on youtube brother, keep doing your good work dude

[@DrSwole]

Glad you emphasized that people don’t need to eat “ultra clean” to have a good physique. Having flexibility and enjoyment are important!

[@revolutionismyname8226]

Yea because I don't eat clean at all.

[@RealAdrianReactions]

Yup

[@deadtigerworld]

Especially cause most of us aren't competing. Eat well 1/2 the plate should be veg 1/4 protein and 1/4 carbs. This works.

[@billmac4445]

Absolutely. Unless you're competing there's no reason to suffer at all.

[@Yesthatisme14]

I wash my fries and burger before eating.

[@Ares1775usmc]

John having his son in his videos shows his true character!

[@markharris8671]

Best fitness channel on youtube. No ego, no arrogant / smartass BS, no yelling at you...just wholesome, useful info. Thank you, John.

[@billmers3219]

No yelling, hahahaha..yes

[@sabaistory4221]

shots at Greg 😂

[@gunny1391]

I used to get pissed off at that scale. I'd watch my diet, lift four times a week, and I swear that scale would look back at me and laugh it's ass off. Then I realized what MD said towards the end, losing fat and gaining muscle doesn't move the scale, however, it does alter body composition. When your clothes start falling off, but the scale doesn't change, your efforts are paying off.

[@j4ever41]

yep, replace that scale with a mirror

[@johnbracewell3700]

"we were scared of the yolks" such a bodybuilding thing to say 🤣

[@21RedRabbit]

And still everyone was trying to get YOKED!

[@johnbracewell3700]

@Island Mike idk if this is sarcasm or not 😅

[@guibox3]

@@johnbracewell3700 Most of the nutrition advice we were forced to swallow in the 1970s and 1980s is proven to be bunk, especially eggs and the cholesterol myth.

[@unbabunga229]

Omg i came to the comments to post that. Made me laugh out loud. Especially the way he said it. I remember not too long ago, chicken rice and brocolli was literally the only dinner me and my mates ate

[@eveyg412]

I'm very old school the 80s and everything he said about tuna egg white, chicken was the way to go pre contest . I love his honesty

[@tylerj3855]

Appreciated the “food is only for fuel” comment, food is a base of a lot of cultures and is important to enjoy with your family on occasion!

[@mountaindog1]

Absolutely!!

[@lionroot4073]

Am living Sweden i like your advice

[@lionroot4073]

Can u help me i am 36 years old , I am 185 my weight 76kg and am eat 2800 calories per day and I burn 1200 to 1500 calories per day how much carbs should I eat ,fat and protien per day to buld muscles thnx

[@tylerj3855]

@@lionroot4073 That’s a lot of calories per day, probably like 50% carbs, 35% protein and 15% fats? Buddy of mine out on 30lbs of muscle pretty quick doing 550 grams of carbs, 300 grams of protein, and around 125 grams of fats. But he’s intense and everyone’s different lol

[@lionroot4073]

Do u mean i burn much or i eat much

[@Sukhix05x]

Cardiovascular health... I noticed when I introduced running 2 miles a day, my body fat went down tremendously (not a fast pace- 6.5mph) but just an additional 20 mins in sacrifice of a few workouts, really made a night and day difference per day

[@ClickClack_Bam]

You were near the output of your caloric intake. That running allowed you to burn your fat cause you were outputting over your caloric intake. That or you were exercising into a 'keto state' where you burn off your carbs store which allows you to burn fat. I've done this many times with using running as the exercise to burn fat. Don't hear people talk about this much but it's a proven thing that happens or can happen.

[@iamcharliecooper]

If only everyone in the game was as wise, honest and articulate as John Meadows.

[@JesusOnlySavesEternally]

He’s probably a believer guys

[@cheftorte554]

@@JesusOnlySavesEternally I don't think believing in a higher power has anything to do with it. He's just been around the block and wants what is good for people. He has a good social IQ and knows the message of being extreme can turn people away.

[@lebanonmartialarts5003]

Miss you John! Your content will live on!!

[@enanthate]

It's darn hard to find a fitness KZbinr with such a nice public. So many positive comments, no prejudice, no trolling, no hate.. Just camaraderie, as ideally it should be.

[@redbaron1953]

I started watching his videos at the beginning of the pandemic and still do currently.. even watching the same ones repeatedly and I will say that this man and his depth of knowledge is a jewel that will surely be missed... I'll see you on the other side big dog! 🙏

[@MMABeijing]

I like real people like that, everything he says makes perfect sense and he is not arrogant.

[@GriffinBenchmark]

Totally agree that after eating one way for a long time and then going off and eating terrible for a morning or an evening can cause major stomach issues... 🤮🤢

[@ClickClack_Bam]

I watched a history documentary where the King heard about the oldest guy in the kingdom & sent for him. The King asked the guy "What's the secret to your long life?" The guy replied "I've only eaten meat & potatoes every single day for the last part of my life. I NEVER break that I eat steak & potatoes for every meal." The King said "Thanks let's celebrate. I've ordered a feast to celebrate my only eating the same in hopes I live as long." They both feasted to celebrate the King committing to eating that way the next day. The old guy died that night after eating lol.

[@toddlevine9377]

I don’t use the terms “cheat day” or “cheat meal” because I feel that “cheating” implies dishonesty. When I do occasionally stray, I simply “indulge” myself a bit because I’ve earned it. The ability to adhere to a fairly strict eating regimen is great for both the health benefits, and for the fact that the discipline involved enhances one’s self esteem and self respect. The terminology may just be semantics, but for me the difference is important. Cheers and I very much enjoy your great tutorials MDog!

[@tonygibson6806]

I must have been watching your videos for a long time, its like I'm literally watching your boy grow up, he's gotten so much bigger since he first appeared doing a yoyo trick.

[@mountaindog1]

he's growing like a weed!

[@davidmyers8195]

RIP John!! You are missed but never forgotten!! I love your content and will watch your videos for the rest of my life!!

[@h.mutawa866]

90/10. Variaty, for vitamins and minerals. eat around your workouts. dont get obsessed with the scale. Thanks Coach John.

[@peterolley7159]

This man is so calm and explains things better than anyone else on youtube

[@marcmiller2014]

The number one best tip is to watch John's videos. 😂

[@fazole]

He's right about the McD's hamburgers. I was eating pretty clean and was starving after a long bike ride and stopped and ate 2 McD hamburgers and felt nauseated afterward.

[@erikabaez5743]

All his videos make me smile and feel good. God bless John Meadows 🙏🏼

[@brianhickey5949]

I was old school - I remember no salt, no spice, no sugar. I like this approach - caloric deficit (managed) and eat reasonably clean so that you don't end up with health issues. It makes sense - thank you John!

[@ryanknight4048]

I found your channel like 2-3 weeks ago and I’ve been binge watching ever since😂

[@mountaindog1]

thank you!

[@yassand]

I had seen his videos on other occasions but had not paid the attention he deserved. In my opinion, he was a very humble man who explained with dedication and certainty everything he said. Today I started to watch his videos with more attention and I realized that he had passed away from the comment of a user, I feel sad and impressed that a man apparently so healthy, young, and strong has left overnight. RIP big man, thanks for all you have done.

[@East_Coast_Smiles]

I only found this man in the last few days. And it both lights up because I have a wealth of knowledge from a beautiful man who you can clearly see has genuine care for all of us and it breaks my heart because this planet lost such a wonderful soul way too soon. Rest in peace friend.

[@AbdulHannanAbdulMatheen]

👏🙂 The yo-yo trick was adorable. The line about "don't get obsessed with the scale" is one of the best things I've learned about being healthy

[@Danielczy01]

John is like the mentor of my bodybuilding life, I've learned so much from John. I just want to say thank you to John and you are literally like a role model to me. I hope to be someone as humble and as knowledgeable as you are in the future.

[@matthewreeves8738]

I love the info on the old days. I could listen to him just tell those stories.

[@robjohnson212]

Awesome Trick Alexander!!! You are a talented young man. Thanks for sharing that.

[@mattybullen3904]

That video of your son bossing that yo-yo trick, was so good made me sad when I thought he must miss his dad like crazy, your a good guy John rest in peace buddy ❤

[@jayski9410]

You have to appreciate the honesty here and the inside stories that John tells. I can remember the first time I saw a bodybuilder hit a pose and pass out on stage. At first I thought that he flexed so hard all the blood went to his muscles and left nothing for his brain. But as John just told us, they used diuretics back then and their diets were so narrow and restricted, the poor guy was probably dehydrated and had his electrolytes way out of balance. And after this video, I now know that getting ripped and lean is only half the journey. You can have just as many problems coming out of that contest conditioning as you return to normal eating. What an eye opener.

[@kanebesil8910]

One of my rules is: If what i do is interfering with my personal life or the people i love, then I stop. I'm on cutting and the other day I went to a bbq with the family, I gained like 3 lbs lol (prob mostly water) I don't regret it. With all this rona stuff I needed to see them, I just added extra cardio than week and boom we are back on track. Boost weight fluctuate, memories with family dont... They go and don't return. Good bless you all 💕

[@elitefitness.1013]

Haven't watched you in a while started again past few days and thinking to myself why the fuck did I stop . Top quality information

[@CnSaliba]

I can already hear a parrot-like voice reacting to this

[@HollowTipS]

Not that it would matter either way but he'd agree with all of this, different presentation styles is all

[@Tanmay.s689]

😂🔥

[@IzzyMakesMusic]

He sounds so much better when he talks normally.

[@HollowTipS]

@@IzzyMakesMusic agreed. It was unique at first and draws in people like marmite.

[@jcc7360]

Uncle John VS. Doc Greg, they would agree but Doc would agree way harder and louder than last time. Truly two of my favorite channels.

[@tonyK_72]

You can tell he’s a genuinely nice, and wise, fella. Love this guy.

[@builtdifferent2029]

thank you for everything john i will pass it on

[@chutihudelle184]

I have been dieting for 1 year, it’s been really tough because of the lack of knowledge and the misleading information online. Thank u so much for sharing these hardcore tips, they sound sincere and golden. If I knew these tips 1 year ago, I would be happier while dieting .

[@mr.t3782]

Still motivating me John. Thank you.

[@tylerrohn6938]

I love how when I watch your video I feel like I’m actually sitting across from you. Natural speaker.

[@gjh_78]

So sad but absolutely love this guy. So relatable, with such good down to earth advice. My go to videos for any and all training tips, advice and questions 🙏🙏

[@blaine393]

1) calorie deficit. 2) sufficient protein 3) lift hard. Tips: Eat satiating food to prevent hunger and stick to plan on cals in side of equation. Move more to burn more on the cals out side of equation. All you need to know. Pretty much any diet that isnt moronic and allows those 3 to be true is fine and you will get lean. How much time and ink has been spilled to say these things? That said, good video as usual.

[@ericka7086]

Thanks for your common sense. It really is as simple as you "stated."❤

[@juliagebhart9629]

Mr. Meadows, I have followed you for quite some time and I constantly am listening to your information. I absolutely love how transparent you are and just want to say thank you! You have helped keep me sane and in charge of my journey!

[@mountaindog1]

You are very welcome

[@yestonymontana2257]

Yeah not like that kringe greg douchette

[@thomashald6750]

@@yestonymontana2257 l tried watching Greg , but the constant screaming gave me a headache

[@nedsdad0712]

Thank you, John. I turned 50 in December '21 and I'm back in to training with a PT and loving it. Nothing too serious but back doing something that I've always enjoyed. The bonus tip was key for me, not getting obsessed with the scales. Really loving your content. It is making a difference to how I approach my training both mentally and physically. Cheers mate 👍🦘

[@andrewpongod2549]

Thanks john.. It changed my whole perspective of dieting for a competition.. The level of anxiety and mental exhaustion is really hard and watching all your videos and advises really helped me enjoy and be more competitive in my goals... Rip john Meadows💪💪💪🙏🙏🙏

[@mikemchugh3073]

Listen to this guy. He's down to earth and speaks the truth on many different facets of Bodybuilding and Nutrition. Watch his other videos; plenty to choose from. Time well spent.

[@calisoulja21]

I love how you as a father give your son shine during your videos. Much Respect.

[@e.z.y]

Me: "Wait where's the yoyo trick!?" .....whew.

[@KYAg227]

The random yo-yo tricks thrown in are the real gem of his videos!

[@TheJuggernaut88]

This video is spot on! I had to learn the hard way through trial and error, and my diet was garbage for years. But nowadays i follow basically these tips. The only tip i might not follow too much is changing up the foods i eat, just because i'm lazy and it's easier to buy stuff in bulk and eat clean when i know what my macros are if i just keep it consistent. Otherwise 90/10 is great, and tbh most people could get away with like 80/20 or something because most people training don't need to get to single digit bodyfat to get on stage, you could still get a great beach bod. I also do eat my biggest meals around my workout.

[@arnarerlingsson6440]

I have been in a deficit now for 3 months, the 90/10 is pure gold, i have been struggling to meal prep and have fun. Thanks John!

[@jjuneau1976]

This was wonderful and really helpful. Makes my journey a little less stressful and not so hard on myself. Warms my heart!❤ 😊💪🏋🏼‍♀️Love the story! Now wheres my icecream?!?😁🍨😋 Thank you!🥰

[@briancristina2890]

Telling it like it really is...always great stuff John.

[@mountaindog1]

Thanks for listening

[@seanfitzpatrick8385]

Great advice John! I've started dieting the last 4 months and have an amazing low calorie diet! My "Junk" food is protein pizza grilled buffalo chicken, or protein Rice Krispy Treats with vanilla protein powder and VitaFiber or Sukrin Fiber Syrup and Sugar Free low Calorie Syrup. It tastes like Junk Food and your hitting your calorie and protein intake at the same time. Any food you like you can make lower fat and low calorie!

[@JAYfromTHEworld]

The best tip is to always make sure your Yo-Yo skills are on point Burns a lot of calories and keeps your mind sharp ;) Good job Alexander👍

[@sikturko]

Anyone got a link to his channel? I owe it to John

[@ryanlee6291]

It's hard not to love this guy. Thanks for the advice John

[@jcc7360]

John Meadows one of my absolute favorite channels, creepin up on 1/2 million subscribers, love to see this Bud!!

[@jallan443]

I love these chats. I feel like I'm hanging out and getting the best advice in the world. And it's real and honest!

[@EmmanuelaPintus]

I can listen to you talk for hours. Great content! Thank you for sharing your knowledge 🏆

[@mountaindog1]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@AlmostCoolGuys]

Elder wisdom from the place beyond the peaks. The yo yo tricks get me everytime I drop what I'm doing to see them!

[@nehadhanda592]

I love your diet posts as much as your lifting ones. Wish you could do more 😊 It's great to see so many coaches advocating more flexible options even in prep to avoid possible binging & disordered eating after a show. I never feel guilty having cereal post leg day now since 90% of my food is unprocessed.. If you have a "Farm to Fork" mentality for most of your meals it really takes the guilt out when you want to enjoy.

[@billmac4445]

I love the 90/10 rule. I tell anyone who asks me about dieting to drop cheat days and just throw in 2-4 cheat meals over the week. Doing this prevents those cheat days where you can literally undo an entire weeks progress in 8 hrs. Also John Meadows recommending a bowl of cereal after training? You don't have to tell me twice! :)

[@karangupta2292]

"Sparkling Ice" drinks are the best low calorie drink i ever tried. I hate zevia but these sparkling ice drinks are BOMB and help you feel full when you are hungry but decide not to eat at the moment.

[@mountaindog1]

I LOVE those

[@kramer1372]

..yep, carbonation makes me feel full.. surprisingly so...

[@jermbarnett1]

Hands down still my number 1 channel...Big Fan!

[@outsiderain6346]

Struggling with diet for the past few months, Unc Mountain Dawg came through with more wisdoms to guide me through in this hardknock life

[@labucisto7892]

Dude, I realllllllly like the quick yoyo videos of Alexander's. Actually extremely cool to see a yoyo trick along with the best BB advice. Anyway, you should post links to his channel in every "description of the video". Just saying, he's good at the yoyo man! True talent.

[@T_Spoons2.5ml]

Awesome content! I've let my self go this last year and want to get back in shape. This is great to hear that you don't have to eat to live, but live to eat.helps people like me make better choices and stick to them. Cool to see that yo yos are still a thing. Killer trick!

[@semitar6]

I'm a diabetic so white rice is out for me, but I just exchange them for black beans... which are full of vitamins and fiber... Really any kind of beans and salsa for flavor...helps me tremendously.

[@Conan867]

Awesome, brother! The best thing about your videos, is it feels like you are speaking directly to the person watching. You talk about things not only 100% effective, but SUSTAINABLE! And always great seeing the yoyo tricks!

[@alfiemcnamara6149]

Papa John with them diet tips! Thanks

[@etronicsez]

John your mountaindog channel is great! I have learned and relearned SO many techniques and tips that this comment is an understatement. Your honesty and loyalty to the industry is such a catalyst for creating a new motivation to basically practice what you preach, while revisiting what I used to do with the twist that you typically introduce through your experience. Thanks! I am a dedicated follower to your channel, and usually turn off prime time shows to tune in to mountaindog!

[@emilyyates759]

Cucumbers... they’ve saved me so many times right before bed deep into prep. Ty for the great video, John!

[@JJGhostHunters]

Hi there...Do you add or do anything to them?

[@buxbilal5671]

@@JJGhostHunters I have it will a little cream cheese

[@Motivationlife-cz9fk]

This man is an expert. He put more than 10,000 hrs in the gym and ,R&D. Thanks for Sharing.

[@austinphilip75]

Such real useful information! Simple, sensible, intuitive, safe!

[@shahriarkabir1515]

Can you make a video on “3 tips on becoming financially successful”?

[@mountaindog1]

thats a great idea!!!!

[@joshflanigan2523]

Maybe a special thing about how best to use stimulus check money if you don't have an immediate need. Like is it best to pay extra on the mortgage, put it in your 401k, etc?

[@Enzo-tg8uo]

@@joshflanigan2523 put it into Bitcoin... watch it grow over time and profits will be made

[@fotisnikolaidis2313]

Dont get married. There automaticly succesful.

[@phinnphace]

Thanks for sharing this. This has been true for me; sit down, family dinner is important. So I plan accordingly for MY DIET, MY NEEDS so that I can fully participate in my family and not push my goofy macros on them 😎

[@scottmontoya6329]

I love John's content and his personality, and I've never met him

[@lj6011]

Love this man. No bullsh-t, to the point with tons of experience. Most trustworthy channel out!

[@qlq6826]

Thanks for sharing your wisdom, I guarantee that these new school nutrition “know it all’s”will agree with you 20 years from now! We appreciate you!

[@ricellispro]

Great tips! Thanks, John! Love the simplicity of the 90/10 rule!

[@129guptha]

Please dont take down these videos. These videos are Gold Standard in Fitness & Nutrition 🙏💪💪. No Drama or throwing sh*t at others.. Just knowledge

[@Ricquisimo]

Lol! The regret when he said why did I eat just tuna all those years was hilarious. Love the content it's true and honest advise you can trust.

[@21RedRabbit]

I've lost 40 lbs from 1.1.2020 firstly just from not overeating, then from november switching to lower calorie and "smarter" options. Have not dropped basically any strenght and now having abs for the first time in my life. Swapping out dense-carbs for more veggies. But I'm still eating pizza, wraps, burgers and fries, but I make them smarter.

[@jcc7360]

Smarter than last time?

[@21RedRabbit]

@@jcc7360 Yeah, Coach Greg surely has had an effect. Giving me the motivation to have some effort in the kitchen

[@trevordean9306]

Great tips for dieting and talking about it as nutrition/culture and not just fuel was great - but mind blown on the yo-yo trick. I'm not even sure what I saw! Keep at it!

[@LordCumquat]

Your boy is phenomenal....huge fan in Australia

[@santiagomaldonado6013]

Men I just love this type of videos when you are just sitting there, talking to the audience spreading all the knowledge, cero bullsh*t, that’s how I get lean for first time since your macros video, sir, food is culture!

[@RL_Wood_Therapy]

Brother I appreciate all your videos and help. I liked the comment "don't get obsessed with the scale"... That's been hard for sure. Paul from Bullfrog told me he's gonna hit me in the head with it next time lol! I'll be subscribing to the diet plan shortly thanks again.

[@bigMCLR]

Thankyou for all the knowledge and lessons coach John I can't believe i won't hear your intro again 😔 Such terrible news Condolences to the family

[@n_-_-]

I experienced that too! I ate fastfood after A LONG TIME! and I woke up with indigestion and suffered for about 3 days...

[@michaeltoste8871]

Outstanding video. Knowledge and authentic. RIP John

[@johnross3295]

Thanks for the wisdom brother! BTW, your son is amazing with his yoyo tricks. Wow!

[@iandunbar7030]

Topman John meadows .. very knowledgeable and so helpful.. all the way from the Uk 🇬🇧

[@eveyg412]

Love your style. Form, mind muscle connection and straight forward great advice thanks ❤

[@craigg9742]

I come here for the sick yo-yo tricks. Has he seen the old Smothers Brothers show? That got me into yo-yo tricks when I was younger before I became frustrated with my lack of coordination.

[@realinohio]

Hi From S.W Ohio! Very Sensible information. Thank you! The Yo Yo trick was good too.

[@StandStrength]

For something to be sustainable, it has to be simple

[@lynnmottaghi5433]

Yes..... variety is the spice of life!!!! I do try to “eat the rainbow “.