Transformer Bar for a Pain Free Squat | Exercise Index

In today's Exercise index video I am going to show you how to do a squat with no pain. Yes no pain at all. Your knees your lower back will feel like you are in your 20's again I am using the amazing Transformer Bar by Kabuki Strength. This bar is amazing as you will see in the video. I never do squats anymore with a normal bar because of how it send pain down my spin. But with this Transformer bar I can squat heavy with no pain at all.
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FEATURES of the Transformer Bar:
Industry-first adjustable, multi-functional barbell allowing for 48 different positional variations
Athlete engineered, research-based, and endorsed by industry leaders like Dr. Kelly Starrett, Dr. Stuart McGill, Eric Cressey, and the Kabuki Strength Advisory Board
Includes simple, easy-to-use laminated guide highlighting common positions.
Used by top collegiate and professional sports organizations
Manufactured in the United States at Kabuki Strength Lab in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.
The Transformer Bar is practically 3-bars-in-one. Using the first lever height, the bar's mechanics act identically to a Duffalo Bar and allows for a similar squat movement pattern as a regular bar. The Transformer Bar also acts like a regular cambered bar, and of course it is a fully adjustable Safety Squat Bar (SSB) with an industry-first adjustable camber angle and lever height. It allows the lifter to control the height of the camber (4 different settings) as well as the angle (variable by 30 degrees all the way around). There are a total of 48 different positional variations you can select. Check out this quick video overview of the Transformer Bar which shows a lifter changing the camber angle/height. The Transformer Bar is patent pending.
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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
#PainFreeSquat #JohnMeadows #TransformerBar

[@mountaindog1]

👇Get a Transformer bar today👇 store.kabukistrength.net/products/transformer-bar

[@jvtraining9723]

best SSB type squat bar??? it looks like it :c)

[@ynots0625]

2:19 you need 3 hands to use this bar. Haha

[@craigm8461]

Would like too see another training video in the future with you and Jeff Nippard. Such a wealth of knowledge between the two of you. He's how I found your channel.

[@mountaindog1]

we need to do back together

[@smokinHawkjh]

John, have you tried the Marrs bar, I got one this month. Feels like a real low bar back squat without having to bend your arms in an impossible position Doesn't seem to tax the back to much but I haven't used a lot of weight yet. Also can flip it around for front squats

[@petor95]

"I cannot leave the gym until I've done something for you" This. This is why so many people (myself included) respect John Meadows. Thank you John, Rest In Peace 🙏🏾

[@guitartutorials]

RIP John. Googled safety bar squat and this was something I landed on.

[@josephohrablo4866]

Love the mandalorian shirt lol

[@symqual1774]

The adjustable equipment like this is necessary to keep on training safely. Thanks for sharing as always!

[@ApolloStrengthGarage]

I purchased this bar for our facility and I've gotten more people under a barbell regardless of injuries than ever before. It is pretty much every squat bar in existence in one, and it even has some settings that aren't possible with a barbell (can mimic any center of gravity). For those of you concerned about the price, I would spend twice as much for it - that is how much of a gamechanger it has been for us.

[@mountaindog1]

I love it!

[@chadhawley7050]

“Like the Emperor is putting lightning down my spine” Luke Skywalker you aint slick, we know it’s you

[@AverageJoe483]

Love that shirt! I have spoken !

[@FrankKnight8846]

I wish all gyms had that set up. That’s awesome, Thank you for sharing 👍🏻

[@kickznlifts]

Love my transformer bar 🤘🏽

[@robinfielding9506]

The first time I seen you use a similar bar I loved it. The gym I'm in now we have it This bar has helped me.

[@MayorOfBodybuildingTV]

Great information from a very knowledgeable guy! Happy New year John!

[@NinjaDeathtrap]

That seems like a really really good piece of equipment! Thank you for showing us! I wish i had access to a bar like this!

[@Jareyes42]

wish I had that bar in my gym

[@OrbvsTomarvm]

damn it's torture when he shows all these bits of gear that i'll never own or get to have a go at 😫

[@anthonyluisi7096]

Great video John ... Chris Duffin makes great equipment especially for people with injuries who can’t use the straight Olympic bar ..I use his cambered Duffalo Bar . The bar saved my squat due to nagging shoulder injuries . I squat with pain free shoulders now 👍🏻

[@tobuscusfoop]

The shirts are always dope 👌🏼

[@TheAllAroundG]

I love that bar, is just a liiiiiil outside my price range presently. I saved up for a EFTS-SS and that thing is great

[@stuartkerbey2967]

Looks a great piece of equipment, hope to try one in the near future .

[@wilsonvega8331]

Thanks for sharing with us all these great pieces of equipment u rock john also happy new year to u and your family

[@mountaindog1]

Happy New Year!

[@bigdog3495]

Never heard of this bar. The adjustability is pretty cool. I've been squating with the safety squat bar for a few years now because of shoulder injuries. I'm gonna check this bar out. Thanks for the review John

[@stevesedgwick5789]

Thanks, I’ve never seen a bar like this before

[@adilzahidoglu4291]

Very useful equipment

[@Gonzomedic1]

That is really cool! Time to save some pennies! Thanks John!

[@shelbyn9335]

What a shirt! Killing at as always John!

[@quietside3734]

John, I watched a couple of your videos after my Christmas dinner, just to keep my brain cells working out. I hope you and your family have a very happy New Year. Great T-shirt, as usual!

[@mountaindog1]

thank you! happy new year!

[@igorfitness]

Cool show

[@GarageGym411]

Just picked-up a Kabuki Strength Transformer Bar v3 the other night - FINALLY!

[@mountaindog1]

it awesome

[@philippotgieter1526]

Thanks John I am 48 And also love other ways to make lower back and knee pain less

[@christianhadi7679]

Nice staff, sir...

[@Minimassmonstah]

Nice shirt!! 💪😎🤙

[@willjames8865]

I have a two part riddle for you Mountaindog: Part 1 - When is a fumble, not a fumble? Part 2 - When is a form tackle, targeting instead?

[@caseyeiseler]

Answer to both: When a SEC Crew calls the game.

[@mountaindog1]

hahaahahaha!!!!

[@grahampark6823]

Never saw that bar before John..I always use a safety squat bar as a straight bar is uncomfortable on my wrists and shoulders..absolutely love it!.forces me too keep a more strong core too fight too stay more upright..more gyms should have speciality bars..great video as usaul👍

[@mountaindog1]

thank you!

[@troymurfin6927]

Mr. Meadows. Many years ago I used a Hatfield bar, very similar to what you are using.. I haven't seen one for quite a long time.. I agree.. Very little lower back issues with that bar.

[@joemomma7]

Looks like it would be ideal for my shoulder pain

[@illuminati7767]

The bar got better.

[@GarageGym411]

Kabuki improved the Transformer Bar since this video was recorded. It is now waaay more user-friendly (bye-bye 'settings cheatsheet') and you can even change the bar's settings (using a pin) while the bar is racked AND with plates still on it! It is now bright zinc plated and the padding is more robust, too. Oh yeah, and it's a little cheaper now, too!

[@crazykorean2268]

This gym has every bars I think

[@sumitkumarsingh911]

I wish these equipments available at my gym..also the camber bar for bench press

[@monkeythief5]

I thought about getting this at one point, but I managed to get a spider bar and SSB for what would have been the same price. I love the idea of being versatile, but I honestly just feel comfortable with everything being one piece and for its own use.

[@remme6]

John, you said you're 47, well I'm 59 and hadn't freestyle squatted for over 30 years...until now. We got a basic version(not adjustable) of this safety squat bar in our gym and I'm back squatting ! If you ever see the man who invented this, please tell him that a guy named David says "Thank you, thank you, thank for and, oh by the way, thank you!!".

[@brucedavis8147]

Those super long handles remind me of Dave Draper's old cambered squat bar

[@OfficialMarkZuckerberg]

not a cheap bar but i feel like since im building a home gym ill love playing around with this and have it forever. I am fine with training legs but ive never been a big fan of straight bar squat. The cambered bar and safety bar look fun though.

[@Chedda3000music]

I just got the Version 4 transformer bar and it’s Soooooooooo much easier and quicker to select positions.

[@ianmerli2733]

How long did it take to get it delivered from when you ordered it? I ordered it a couple Weeks ago.

[@Sagatta32]

Great review. Now it is even more modern and easy to adjust. Can't wait to order one to Sweden. My only concern is it getting here in a timely manner. Cheers. Btw where do you get these badass shirts?

[@tonial5789]

good invention and easily patantable. i wonder if they have a patent for this already cuz I will file today if they don't.

[@jonwarren9979]

I would like to see you do a review if the gen 4 Transformer bar.

[@maccon1]

I think it’s ideal for a slightly low ceiling

[@wailen65]

Hello John, first I would like to say you are a gentleman among bodybuilding world. I enjoyed all your great videos !! Could you tell me who's Jay Cutler camera man? I asked many times but no one could tells me. Thank you sir !!

[@mountaindog1]

im not sure

[@powerbar8991]

RIP buddy

[@lazarotobias952]

Great video Mr.Meadows, I'm expecting to get my transformer bar in a couple of weeks. Is there any particular routine you follow with the bar settings, or do you switch the positions on different days?

[@mountaindog1]

i do sets with it set back real far, and low on side pegs, then sets with it pushing forward and high on pegs

[@lazarotobias952]

Thank you Sr.! I'm glad I found your channel you have great quality content!

[@poisonvenom7044]

Listen Mountain dog, This is the way 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@cedrickjmackniddle3861]

I'm requesting this at my gym

[@Horus-Lupercal]

Good luck.

[@flch95]

Always the great gym toys you have John :).

[@tonyisham1306]

John, have you tried the back squat setting and if so how does it feel compared to the straight bar version?

[@mountaindog1]

very similar....really good

[@drewsky1008]

John I love the tshirt! U should watch the last awakening it's an awesome movie starwars

[@mountaindog1]

i will!

[@taomahNEGEV]

Can you front squat with this bar? That is the best form of squat for your spine but for me it is almost impossible to keep the bar right and safe.

[@gohardorgohome7687]

Hey john whats your opinion on the Smith machine that's I use for squatting just cause it's more stable

[@mountaindog1]

as long as feet are in correct position I like it..just make sure to set up stance correct

[@ATimelessParadox]

So John, if I only had money for one, should I invest in the Kadillac bar first or the Transformer? They both seem like excellent pieces of equipment. Also, that was a nice demonstration.

[@ATimelessParadox]

Jordan M Definitely bench, I have a type 2 acromion so I’m predisposed to shoulder problems.

[@uranus9954]

Rip man

[@luketory4684]

You can also use straps to replicate a safety squat bar if your gym doesn’t have one

[@SSGKitchen]

Definitely buying one shortly! Also I'm asking myself why I didn't think of this. Or why this hasn't been around yrs ago

[@mountaindog1]

its so worth it

[@SSGKitchen]

@@mountaindog1 I'm digging the difference between distribution of weight . Since I'm on my second back surgery ( not lifting related) got blown up too many times and shrapnel in my back and quad

[@khemirimoez8661]

What are your thoughts about jefferson deadlifts? To me they feel so much better on the lower back than the conventional

[@mountaindog1]

a little easier on low back...I dont do them often though

[@kevinkim4422]

how does this help with knee pain? I don't understand

[@ghostwalkerairsofttech1947]

John, what is the weight capacity of this bar? Doesn't seem like it would hold much weight since the end pieces are hollow.

[@mountaindog1]

not sure but it held 400 plus like nothing

[@jacobbornowsky4013]

The jealousy for that shirt is strong with me

[@mountaindog1]

LOL!

[@nevelsfitness9878]

John, where are you located? I have my coach Chris Cormier coming in town Jan 16th here in Ohio for a few days to train me. Would love to link up with you and train if you’re close within a few hours. Let me know. Thanks and keep up the good work!

[@mountaindog1]

columbus

[@mikebigram608]

I've noticed that your left side seems to slouch lower than your right in the trap and shoulder area. I'm the same way but its my right side that drops especially under load. I've tried for years to correct it but with no real change. The right side of my upper back is also noticeably smaller even with being right handed. Have you ever noticed it about yourself and if so has it ever caused you issue?

[@mountaindog1]

yep, never any issues and I have had it worked on for years...

[@Dotmw]

Is this an Autobot bar or a Decepticon bar?

[@mountaindog1]

straight decepticon based on how sore I got

[@HisDivineShado]

Can a beginner get themselves in trouble or wind up wasting time setting up this bar?

[@mountaindog1]

it not meant for beginners imo

[@andreawilson6887]

Late to the party-I, as a 62in F, have this bar and it’s a bitch. When I load anything over 45s I feel as though I’m fighting to keep the bar on my back (holding the arms in place) vs the bar being static on my back. Curious if anyone else watching has had this issue and how to amend?

[@carvalho9021]

Normal bar kill my shoulder and lower back.. i have to do leg press

[@Horus-Lupercal]

The barbell in this clip and SSBs (Safety Squat Bar/Barbell) might help you out a bunch.

[@wailen65]

John, any discounted code for this bar? It's expensive!! Thanks for all the great videos!!!

[@mountaindog1]

i think I saw a discount add on Facebook, email them and ask. it's an awesome bar

[@wailen65]

John - you're a genuine nice guy. You answered and replied back not like other bodybuilders think they too good to answer back. Thank you sir!

[@kageno8165]

This guy is really likeable.

[@mountaindog1]

:)

[@pauljamesdonnelly5811]

John you the man but why you out of breath ? Watch the blood pressure sir 😅

[@somekindaguy100]

Please refer to what he said at start of video.

[@mountaindog1]

and notice the sweat still rolling..haha

[@johnpartridge7175]

What muscle will be the Optimus Prime mover when using a transformer bar?

[@hshehwhw503]

just zercher

[@infringinator]

Can you help me hit on girls at the gym?

[@mountaindog1]

ask them for a spot and act like you can't do the weight and see if they help you or let the bar crash down on you...that'll tell you all you need to know..

[@commsguyuk]

“I am tired” John, love you but you are always tired!! You always seem exhausted when you are on camera! Would you consider yourself fit?

[@kiddfamilyfarmllc9962]

If its leg day you are usually on the floor. Leg flu

[@mountaindog1]

I literally had just finished a leg workout and 8 hard sets of squats

[@kiddfamilyfarmllc9962]

mountaindog1 I could never eat very close to leg training, I would “ Yawn the technicolor yawn”.