"Forget the ego , it's all about the work" 💪I may not lift the most weight but every session I lift with true heart. Coming up on 3 years since I started training.
Dear John I hade myself a pec injury 2 months ago.I wanted to tell you that your videos about recovery workout and the other videos you shared helped me a lot! Wish you the best and thank you!
Another great topic - addressing weaknesses with different grip or positions. I might watch 20 of your chest workout videos but every single one of them has another special and key point that you make. Your expertise in bodbuilding and what you share is second to none, and I researched ALOT these past 2 years. Hundreds if not thousands of videos....nothing better to do while mindless drafting :)
Great clean reps John Im sure you wil agree- I learned a long time ago that we are all anatomically built different. What may work for one can hurt another. Everyone needs to find their own path in this sport and stick with what works for you . Great content as always
Thanks John ... just started watching your videos ... I like how you talk about technique relative to injuries and how to prevent injuries. I followed your advice on triceps and elbow injuries and it has helped me so much building up in the right sequence before taking on the heavier weights. Also like your eating tips. Great coaching ... New subscriber.
Love to have you make videos on safety tips, and how best to handle heavy dumbbells safely etc. And what is the percentage of the dumbbell weight compared to the barbell weight ratio that is best? Taking your advice and warming up with dumbbells first now before benching.
James is looking huge! I’ve found myself moving to a more neutral grip on the DB presses lately, felt like less stress on the shoulder. Pumped to hear it’s not all in my head lol thanks for the awesome videos John!
I need to try those neutral grip dumbbell presses. I typically have to back off shoulder and chest training as I get pain in the front delt/shoulder area. My form is better than when I was lifting back in the military days, but I think these could be a savior. Looking forward to pushing some new heavier sets in the future. Thanks again John!
Chest day pow!! glad you're doing better from your injury . And thank you for sharing some of your knowledge with us. John? I retain a lot of water. what can I do to avoid that. is there anything for that.tks.
I really couldn’t feel my upper chest getting worked with normal incline db press but then started my 4 set with the neutral grip and I felt the upper chest activation real quick, all thanks to mr meadows💯🙏🏽🦍💪🏽
Definitely going to trie this 🤘🏾🤘🏾👏🏿 what is the best exercise to bring up lagging hamstrings something I could do everyday to increase nuclei overload ?🙏
Great, informative update as always! If I'm trying to bring up my "upper pecs" to focus on lagging muscle groups, should I replace the decline dumbbell press for a standard incline dumbbell press and then still do the neutral grip incline press thereafter?
Could you make a video on the fundamentals of building your own hybrid program or is it just like PPL with first exercise being heaviest for strength and the rest are accessories for hypertrophy?
i do hope that you notice my question sir, but if i may ask? do you think people with true gynecomastia can have a decent looking chest thru working out and what particular workouts should they do in order to somehow change the look of their chest aesthetically. thanks in advance sir
So, I notice when you do decline its always a pretty minor angle... Is a steeper decline not advisable??... PS thanks for the continued valuable content
What do you recommend for incline and flat bench combo? I'm pressed for time....I seen another gentlemen recommend putting a plate or two under the bench to hit both areas of your chest. Thank you
What? That weight is not going to impress anyone (7:19)? LOL I guess it's all about perspective. Ninety-five percent of men over 40 can't even bench press their own body weight once. Keep killing it John we're watching!
Wen ever I do DB bench presses I always keep my arms at a 45° degrees angle know I find that's the best way to truly target the pectoral major without involving too much off the anterior delt compared to keeping ur arm's straight
John, I noticed my front felt on my right shoulder is getting tight after running creeping death 2.0 from all the pressing movements . What other exercises besides the neutral incline DB press would you suggest during a deload? Cable flies ? Will have to jump to another program in a few weeks after CD 2.0!
@@mountaindog1 sir..I have ashwagandha powder at home.. thinking to consume it with milk at night before bed..is it okk to do so sir? And thnx for reply sir.
@@mountaindog1 yeah i was wondering if dips would suffice to stretch the pecs instead of maybe adding a dumbell/cable fly, but i assume they do! thanks
Why u dont do extra reps whn u are capable of doing those extra reps! Isnt it more beneficial to grow more muscle? Because it seems u dont even use 70% of ur power.
@@mountaindog1 6 to 8 reps sometimes u reach 9 but still if iam there i would push u to do 12 even 15 reps !! Maybe the last set i would let it go with 6 to 8 reps with heavy wieghts... Good work anyways💪
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"Forget the ego , it's all about the work" 💪I may not lift the most weight but every session I lift with true heart. Coming up on 3 years since I started training.
Go get it 💯
Muscles don't know how much weight they are lifting only how much work they are doing.
8 years now?
Honest person thank you very much for being a humble person helping people out!!!
John's a great dude. We're lucky to have his videos. And this one's a gem!
Absolutely love all these amazing training tips and techniques John, thank you for sharing and educating! 🙏 Mountain dog
Dear John I hade myself a pec injury 2 months ago.I wanted to tell you that your videos about recovery workout and the other videos you shared helped me a lot!
Wish you the best and thank you!
REALLY John???
You're scared about your tear & you're busting down those 95s and Hundos...lol
I can't stop watching your workout vids. Always gives me ideas for the next session.
You quickly became a top 3 fitness TH-cam channel in my rotation. Keep up the great content big John! Much love from LA
thank you!
Another great topic - addressing weaknesses with different grip or positions. I might watch 20 of your chest workout videos but every single one of them has another special and key point that you make. Your expertise in bodbuilding and what you share is second to none, and I researched ALOT these past 2 years. Hundreds if not thousands of videos....nothing better to do while mindless drafting :)
thank you!!!!
I'm always super impressed by you and by James too! He's one strong dude.
Thank you!
Dude, I absolutely love watching your videos... I just injured my lower back, but watching your videos makes up for my R&R Guilt 👍🏼
Did this workout and added in the pec minor dips from another one of your chest videos. Sick pump, so much great content on this channel.
yes!
The PUNISHER and GRUTE working out together. SWEET!!
Great clean reps John
Im sure you wil agree-
I learned a long time ago that we are all anatomically built different. What may work for one can hurt another. Everyone needs to find their own path in this sport and stick with what works for you .
Great content as always
agreed!
That Punisher shirt on your training partner looks badass. Great video John!
Thanks John ... just started watching your videos ... I like how you talk about technique relative to injuries and how to prevent injuries.
I followed your advice on triceps and elbow injuries and it has helped me so much building up in the right sequence before taking on the heavier weights.
Also like your eating tips.
Great coaching ... New subscriber.
thank you!
One of the real guys ,loving the videos john
Just an FYI - tried your leg workout methods yesterday with the 10 second holds and pulses at the bottom. What a game changer. Thank you!
you bet
Wouldn't think James had ac joint history! Good video thanks
Love these videos and appreciate the context training around injuries and being cautious but still pushing as intensely as possible
Okay I understand thank you your response have a great weekend.
Love to have you make videos on safety tips, and how best to handle heavy dumbbells safely etc. And what is the percentage of the dumbbell weight compared to the barbell weight ratio that is best? Taking your advice and warming up with dumbbells first now before benching.
Normally you should handle 80% of your barbell weight with dumbell
Great workout. I did it today and loved it. Gonna do this for a while as I am bulking. Thanks !!!
awesome!
great vid John:) like it when you work out with James he's a beast
James is looking huge! I’ve found myself moving to a more neutral grip on the DB presses lately, felt like less stress on the shoulder. Pumped to hear it’s not all in my head lol thanks for the awesome videos John!
Thank you for all the great tips! Love the shirt!
Like the shirt bro! “IM GROOT!” 💪🏽💪🏽
You're recovering man! And as always thanks a ton for the small tips for big gains.
I just love these two men
I need to try those neutral grip dumbbell presses. I typically have to back off shoulder and chest training as I get pain in the front delt/shoulder area. My form is better than when I was lifting back in the military days, but I think these could be a savior. Looking forward to pushing some new heavier sets in the future. Thanks again John!
Just in time for chest day 😄😄😄😄
Bulking season started this week so LET THE GAINS BEGIN
Chest day pow!! glad you're doing better from your injury . And thank you for sharing some of your knowledge with us. John? I retain a lot of water. what can I do to avoid that. is there anything for that.tks.
would need to know alot more before I could give a semi decent answer
Great info, great workout thanks John
Thanks again MD good clean controlled lifts no ego👍💪🇺🇸
awesome as usual man, thanks for the content !
John, thank you as always for the videos and tips! Really motivated for using your tips!!
It's simple. I see a mountaindog video. I hit like
Love that shirt😍 awesome workout love the incline db press.
Love these, keep them coming.
Also, wondering, what is your opinion on German volume training method for muscle gains?
good for short period of time
love a consistent work out partner!
How long have y'all been friends ??
since 1998!
Thats amazing !
I really couldn’t feel my upper chest getting worked with normal incline db press but then started my 4 set with the neutral grip and I felt the upper chest activation real quick, all thanks to mr meadows💯🙏🏽🦍💪🏽
You’re starting a bulk series the same time I’m starting a cutting regimen for my last few months in Afghanistan 😂!
Excellent video!!
Love the info. Keep them coming!!!
Definitely going to trie this 🤘🏾🤘🏾👏🏿 what is the best exercise to bring up lagging hamstrings something I could do everyday to increase nuclei overload ?🙏
seated leg curls
Nice workout. Why are you going light on the dips? Why did you not add any weight?
Ugghhh just got back from a chest workout where i didn't know what workout i wanted to do. Now i have to wait a whole cycle to do this...
BTW, Love the 👕
What’s the outro song? I absolutely love it!
Awesome video by the way- getting those brain gains
Great, informative update as always!
If I'm trying to bring up my "upper pecs" to focus on lagging muscle groups, should I replace the decline dumbbell press for a standard incline dumbbell press and then still do the neutral grip incline press thereafter?
you could do that!
@@mountaindog1 Thanks!
Great content! What is your weeklies split for your bulk routine? Thank you
mon - legs - yes- push - wed - pull - thursday off - friday - maybe push, maybe legs - saturday - pull -sunday off
mountaindog1 thank you!
@@mountaindog1 when you train triceps, biceps and delts?
Could you make a video on the fundamentals of building your own hybrid program or is it just like PPL with first exercise being heaviest for strength and the rest are accessories for hypertrophy?
Ebony and Ivory back at it!
My chest grew just from watching this
Please share where you get your tee shirts? You should really get them to sponsor you - we LOVE all of them!
Tara Pruett
I need them too lol
@@suavehouse5150 I seriously googled it trying to find these with no luck. John definitely has the Tee Game on point!
John has the best tee's on YT!
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@@danielstave4179 YOU ROCK!!! Thanks Daniel!!! :)
i do hope that you notice my question sir, but if i may ask? do you think people with true gynecomastia can have a decent looking chest thru working out and what particular workouts should they do in order to somehow change the look of their chest aesthetically. thanks in advance sir
look for my lower chest workouts on here
Love dips but with a shoulder impingement I'm not able to do so...been 3months :(
So, I notice when you do decline its always a pretty minor angle... Is a steeper decline not advisable??... PS thanks for the continued valuable content
steep angle kills my rotator cuff
Hell yeah lets get it
What do you recommend for incline and flat bench combo? I'm pressed for time....I seen another gentlemen recommend putting a plate or two under the bench to hit both areas of your chest. Thank you
GG sir John
What? That weight is not going to impress anyone (7:19)? LOL I guess it's all about perspective. Ninety-five percent of men over 40 can't even bench press their own body weight once. Keep killing it John we're watching!
Get that winter bulk y'all
you are really teacher
What do you think about these workouts for a natural? Are they any good or would you decrease volume and do them more often, like every 5 days or so?
i'd do every 4 to 5 days
RIP John. You will be missed.
I do incline db chest press and I do feel a LOT in chest, naturally, but also a good deal in shoulders. What do I do?
its ok I would expect some in front delt too
I am Groot
Wen ever I do DB bench presses I always keep my arms at a 45° degrees angle know I find that's the best way to truly target the pectoral major without involving too much off the anterior delt compared to keeping ur arm's straight
MD arms
“Forget the ego, it’s all about the work.”
Best in the buisness!
ROGUEのダンベル良いなぁ〜
If you would have pick one exercise for chest would it be incline bench press that would be my guess at a 30 to 45 degree angle
yes at 30
@@mountaindog1 thank you and you are a great bodybuilder
John,
I noticed my front felt on my right shoulder is getting tight after running creeping death 2.0 from all the pressing movements . What other exercises besides the neutral incline DB press would you suggest during a deload? Cable flies ?
Will have to jump to another program in a few weeks after CD 2.0!
just drop barbell presses for 2 weeks, get some ART done on that area,and you'll be tip top
The MAN
Hey John, Chest Flyes with dumbbells make my shoulders crack and pop, any advice, please?
hard to say..joint crepitus...or something else?
@@mountaindog1 ok thanks for the hint
Whats better for chest mass dumbbells or barbell presses?
do both
@@mountaindog1 oh ok thanks 👍
So why do you usually do the isolation exercises 1st then the compounds? I hear alot about how compounds first is best
Sir.. how should one consume ashwagandha?
Look up sensoril, that is my favorite type...!
@@mountaindog1 sir..I have ashwagandha powder at home.. thinking to consume it with milk at night before bed..is it okk to do so sir? And thnx for reply sir.
no extra exercise to stretch the pecs? or do these exercises stretch the pecs enough?
I thought I did dips in this one?
@@mountaindog1 yeah i was wondering if dips would suffice to stretch the pecs instead of maybe adding a dumbell/cable fly, but i assume they do! thanks
I am Groot!
Good tip not to flare your elbows too wide on bench to protect your shoulders.
respect from # india
NoNut November starts :'D
Notice you're not using the neutral grip. Thought you were advocating that grip?
not quite, wrist are a little short on flexibility, but Im trying..haha
I tried the neutral grip incline db press and felt it only in my front delt. Must have been doing it wrong.
might have happened because you tucked your elbows too much?
Lil' Gamora to Thanos
"Was it worth it?"
haha, yes!
@@mountaindog1 😉👍
Suck having gynocomastia working extra hard to get my chest like urs 😥😥
115 lbs? Or kg
i agree with the lower rep ranges for chest hypertrophy, 6-10. seems to be optimal for chest based on research from mike israetel
Could johns amazing like to dislike ratio have been a bodybuilder? 😁
150 lbs?
Only 4 exercises?
yes, why would you do more for chest?
danny mc tigue quality, not quantity
No 🍪 cookie cutters here
Why u dont do extra reps whn u are capable of doing those extra reps! Isnt it more beneficial to grow more muscle? Because it seems u dont even use 70% of ur power.
did you watch the video?
@@mountaindog1 6 to 8 reps sometimes u reach 9 but still if iam there i would push u to do 12 even 15 reps !! Maybe the last set i would let it go with 6 to 8 reps with heavy wieghts...
Good work anyways💪
if you are not juciy dont listen to him