How To Get Big Legs Without SQUATS (Trust Me This Works)

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So I have been getting this question a lot. How can I build my legs if i can't squat. You might not be able to squat for many reasons. Let me be the first person to tell you that will not be an issue with this no squat leg workout. I did this leg workout last week and I was sore for 10 days. Give this crazy no squat leg workout a try and let me know how sore you got the next day.
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@mountaindog1 3 жыл бұрын

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@dennis85573 3 жыл бұрын

John, if people have back problems they should be using the seated leg curl machine not the lying leg curl machine.Lying leg curl machines are more harmful on the back than squats or deadlifts.

@martinbradley1062 3 жыл бұрын

@@dennis85573 ive had a messed up lower back for about 2 years and it doesnt bother my back at all if anything my back feels better after doing them cause it helps me stretch out my back, if it hurts someones back then surely its cause they are ego lifting on it, if anything the seated one is the one that irritates my lower back and when laying doing them there is no strain on my back ist all in my legs and glutes

@dennis85573 3 жыл бұрын

@@martinbradley1062 According to physiotherapists, for the majority of lifters with bad backs it's the other way around. This also applies to my personal experience.Believe me I don't ego lift.If it works for you that's great keep doing it the way you're doing it.

@blendbardhi1362 3 жыл бұрын

Hello there mountaindog1, im trying today your style of leg workout. Wow it’s awesome. Thank you for showing us how it’s done

@antmunro6407 3 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed the video,, however i have to say you was making me wince with your locked legs on the pendulum 😬

@pyrog365 2 жыл бұрын

I’ll be doing this today for you, John. Might I actually say that I loved this man.. tears keep falling, but I gotta keep going. Thank you for everything you’ve taught me, John. I will forever put it to good use. Thank you a million. Rest easy, mountain dog.

@Jay-hp6pu 2 жыл бұрын

This was one where I was genuinely sad. Most of the time you feel something for these deaths but this one hit me a bit different. I feel for his wife and his kids. Really sucks. I know what it’s like to grow up without a dad and so did John and it was his greatest fear. And it happened. It actually made me reflect on my own “bodybuilding choices” and really consider what I put in my body because my greatest fear is also leaving my little boy without his dad and best friend.

@Flow_State1991 2 жыл бұрын

Nice message. I agree and right there with ya. 🙏😇

@datboyphil 2 жыл бұрын

@@Jay-hp6pu beautiful message brother i salute you 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿 i wish u all well brother i can relate heavy

@shumyumdoobilee3457 2 жыл бұрын

this guy dead how?

@christopherhartline1863 Жыл бұрын

True legend. Never be anyone better

@anallope9 3 жыл бұрын

1)warm up with leg extensions : sets of 6 reps, ramp up weight by one plate after every 6 reps till you can't get 6 anymore 2)leg extensions : pick up from where you left off in (1), shoot for 25 reps, rest pause, style, get outta the machine during breaks 3)back supported leg press movement : pick a weight that you can do 10-12 reps with and shoot for 25 reps, rest pause style, don't get outta the machine during breaks, lockout and rest 4)3 sets of lunges for about 25 yards 5)leg curls : 2*10 Third set : 10 reps, 10 partials from bottom, 15-20 second iso hold

@TyB-BT 3 жыл бұрын

Go away, we’re suppose to watch for more gains

@MrHistoh 3 жыл бұрын

@@TyB-BT lol

@marimar1759 3 жыл бұрын

doing this in about 45 minutes, will report back okay, i did leg press as 2nd movement and almost died, shit was really intense, great workout, last set of leg curls got my legs trembling like a boxer who got rocked by a counter lmao

@JayJay-loz 3 жыл бұрын

Thats me needing a wheel chair the morning after..doms from hell. Wish me luck

@chrismitsven8544 3 жыл бұрын

Can you use single leg vertical leg press in place of hack squat and just alternate legs?

@King_revenge822 2 жыл бұрын

That “HI EVERYBODY” hits different now that your gone!! We miss you, but you live on in all of us. Blessings!!!!!

@nichts_als_die_Wahrheit 3 жыл бұрын

I have such a great respect to bodybuilders from the old generation who keep training and training

@billberka2646 Жыл бұрын

John I only discovered you after your death. Didn't even realize you passed till recently, yet you've helped me expand my training program so much and feel like I know you even in death. Continue motivating and helping people from beyond the grave my friend!

@charlesparker6182 11 ай бұрын

Same here

@concretecollection8109 9 ай бұрын

Same here went to thank him the other day in the comments after watching his video's for almost 3 months just to see the first comment thanking his family for keep his legacy alive. Rest in paradise big guy you are making the world stronger even after death.

@dic4 3 жыл бұрын

The single set of 25 makes a ton of sense. Especially after pre-exhaustion. Guaranteed to make those legs grow. Great video as usual.

@alexkogan4003 3 жыл бұрын

It’s been my go to and I swear my legs are so pumped after I could just stop there.

@hw7032 3 жыл бұрын

Gunna try this on my next session, might start with the 15 reps tho and see how immobilised I am the next day 🤣

@theemperor2017 3 жыл бұрын

@@hw7032 🤣😂

@seanwillman6373 3 жыл бұрын

On the pendulum squat, when you lockout your knees I am worried about your knees

@kadijaish 2 жыл бұрын

A ton of sense to fugk your spine up

@Horus-Lupercal 3 жыл бұрын

I'm blessed to be able to squat fine, and we're ALL blessed to have John Meadows dropping all this knowledge.

@madferit1566 Жыл бұрын

Only been training for about 6 months. Just recently found this channel. Sad to hear John is no longer with us. RIP John. Did this workout today, WOW! Really good. Learning so much from all his videos. Thoughts goes to his family.

@God4445 Жыл бұрын

Same here, just discovered him. He really was a breath of fresh air compared to the rest of fitness advice. Him and mind pump are the best i have found. Rip good sir.

@erikaperez8749 Жыл бұрын

Si sad ☹️

@Blue-zx5mp Ай бұрын

Omg

@kurtneyhart1307 3 жыл бұрын

There are certain people in this world that should live far beyond our typical life expectancy... John is one of them. His attitude, demeanor, work ethic and kindness are all exemplary.

@jamisonbernhardt3310 2 жыл бұрын

Oh boy. This aged terribly. Rip john

@holliswilliams8426 2 жыл бұрын

@@jamisonbernhardt3310 yeah this didn't age very well

@thebizness5596 2 жыл бұрын

@@jamisonbernhardt3310 well his spirit and knowledge will live on forever as he was kind enough to share his knowledge. R.I.P. to a legend.

@CatfishBradley Жыл бұрын

@@jamisonbernhardt3310 Did it? I mean he died so the timing is ironic, but "this didn't age well" would be more appropriate if it turned out John WASN'T actually a nice guy. Regardless of whether or not he did, the point still stands that he "deserved" a long life, as he was a good man.

@jamisonbernhardt3310 Жыл бұрын

@@CatfishBradley he gave us all wonderful advice

@chrisg1772 2 жыл бұрын

I've seen massive gains in the last month since starting this. Absolutely awesome. It started off all fun and games, now its a brutal experience every time I need to train legs. Then found he passed - RIP and thank you for the knoedge 🙌

@Blit-X-TVLive Жыл бұрын

Who passed?

@tim6398 Жыл бұрын

He passed

@SuperFUNKMASTERG Жыл бұрын

So young as well

@MrHf4l 3 жыл бұрын

I love the humble yet technical approach you take to training education.

@jackcojisan 3 жыл бұрын

Looking great, John! Super solid video, as always. I’m 38 and I also avoid heavy squats these days, for general fear of getting hurt, and needed some alternate exercises to develop growth. Thanks man, and keep the content coming! Hope you and your family and safe and happy.

@bigscrewleo2293 3 жыл бұрын

I literally did not do squats today bc of hip issues and was wondering what I could've done and here this man posts a video of it...

@exogenouss 3 жыл бұрын

Hey John, recently Ive came across your videos on youtube and this one has really changed my overall experience with training legs. I have always done legs once a week with a heavy barbell squats day and struggled to make them grow. I now try my best to hit legs twice a week one day being my traditional barbell squat day and the other using this method/workout. Its been about a month now of doing this consistently and I can already see amazing results. Between the added volume and pre-exhaustion this routine offers it has been making a huge difference. Just wanted to say thank you for this awesome advice!

@lastmanstanding1930 2 жыл бұрын

Rest in Peace good man and beautiful soul

@adamelliott2492 3 жыл бұрын

I just keep finding gold on your channel, John! I hurt my shoulder a few months ago and quit doing barbell squats. This is the video I needed. Looks like a killer workout. I wrote it all down and can't wait to try it!

@Thesp88 2 жыл бұрын

God bless you my friend. You’ve left a legacy behind you and you’ve made the world a better pace with all your work and passion.

@adamsohail6470 2 жыл бұрын

John, I love you man. I’m doing this split today for you. We will miss you

@neroknives1828 3 жыл бұрын

Just in time for leg day. John You're the man.

@perthpropertyinvestments 2 жыл бұрын

Just tried this workout. Super efficient in terms of time and amount of hard reps. Took about 45-50 mins including adding in your calf workout. Really enjoyed it. I'll be interested to see how the DOMS are in the next couple of days. Thanks a lot!! 😬

@thektmkid6990 3 жыл бұрын

40 seconds into the video I already know this is gonna help me, I tend to shy away from leg day because I get so embarassed at how little weight I can squat because the pain that I get in my knees is unbearable. Thank you Mr Meadows 🤝

@ArrogantBaSStard 11 ай бұрын

That just means you’re doing squats wrong outside of any actual injury you’ve had.

@mitytoes69 Жыл бұрын

You're the man John... sad that you had to leave this world... but your videos still making in impact on guys like me getting back in to gym. Great advice, easy to follow and just plain good stuff !!

@ItzPronto 2 жыл бұрын

Always made me so pumped to workout after watching your videos. Honest, humble, and kind. Much respect RIP

@juliocarpio1 2 жыл бұрын

RIP John, thanks for all the videos. I learned so much thanks to you.

@willashwood7803 3 жыл бұрын

Did this workout today, absolutely awesome! Best leg pump I've ever had! Not for the faint of heart, that's for sure. Thanks John!!

@tannerwise8788 3 жыл бұрын

Him locking out his knees on the pendulum squat was giving me anxiety. Lol

@mountaindog1 3 жыл бұрын

you can lock out, just dont slam your knees into place

@Jay-we2ek 3 жыл бұрын

@@emanuels2475 You're supposed to move at the ankle not the knees for calf raises, mate.

@hotwheelsjabronie2314 3 жыл бұрын

Tanner Wise me too 😬😬😱😱

@livintolearn7053 3 жыл бұрын

@@emanuels2475 He did suggest keeping the knees locked out all the time for calf raises in his "21 reasons your legs won't grow video" (I think)

@AlwaysBonpoint 3 жыл бұрын

God damn it! I felt the exact same way watching that. Dudes legs were bowing inwards at full lock out and was balanced only on his heels, 😬 scary looking asf!

@tmBabylove 3 жыл бұрын

This is fantastic, just tried it yesterday, precisely what I needed. I also realised that I pretty much stopped checking other fitness channels, I get everything I could possibly need here, and more. Thanks for the amazing content!

@takenoLs 2 жыл бұрын

Always knew John’s work but as I’ve got more into fitness I’ve watched a tonne of his videos and wow. What a guy and such knowledge, plus a genuine family man. Rest In Power, thanks for inspiring the next generation 👊

@Ebiagh 3 жыл бұрын

Can you get big legs without having to train legs? I'm asking for a friend.

@mountaindog1 3 жыл бұрын

haha!

@mattd3046 3 жыл бұрын

@ItsStillRealToMe DamnIt Exactly. Samoans can gain 10kg muscle just walking past gym on way to maccas!

@__JPH__ 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, actually. Once your upper body accrues muscle beyond it's capacity it begins to push the muscles into the lower limbs to allow more room for upper body hypertrophy.

@i-never-look-at-replies-lol 3 жыл бұрын

You can even get big legs without having legs

@nicholas19karr 3 жыл бұрын

Try bicycling

@joeschmo2693 3 жыл бұрын

Been loving the clusters lately. The intensity's built in: follow instructions and the pain follows. Doesn't take the mental toughness, seems to me, it takes to make straight sets hard.

@Mark-gg8xx 2 жыл бұрын

Great Guy RIP as I'm here using the legpress machine. All your videos have been inspirational.

@waskus 3 жыл бұрын

I did this workout the other day. Now this is the kinda leg workout I have been looking for. My legs where so pumped. Thanks a ton John for showing us this.

@heymikemikemike9238 3 жыл бұрын

62 year old natty (been doing it forever) Yeah, I didn't listen and did it 3 times. Haven't been able to do legs for a week and a half :) Wow!

@isaacmichel4052 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for staying natty brother, keep it up big dawg WOOF WOOF

@benjaminbaker6351 3 жыл бұрын

Just completed this. The pump was amazing. I liked how it really put the focus on the targeted muscles. I was almost cramping on the leg curls. 👍🏻

@leilanik2050 2 жыл бұрын

Now need a video for people with torn meniscus and severe arthritis in both knees!

@paytonnorrod6683 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, I had a question about this same thing on a livestream a few months back and my legs have grown like crazy since, super happy to see a full video on it!!! 😁

@mountaindog1 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

@nickmarino7727 3 жыл бұрын

Never had a crazier pump in 30 min in my entire life

@mountaindog1 3 жыл бұрын

right!

@micpadovano 3 жыл бұрын

I cannot remember the last time I didn't start a Leg Workout with the Lying Hamstring Curl... my knees just wanted to thank you John ;)

@jordanduran1726 3 жыл бұрын

messed up my lower back last time i squatted, taking a break and doing rehab on it as i wait for my first inzer powerlifting belt. this video came at just the right time. THANKS!!!

@myronullman4283 3 жыл бұрын

Love this type of leg training! Because of shoulder injuries, scar tissue and frozen shoulders I havent been able to squat for over 10 years...Almost all was lost until I read some of Trevor Smith's old Beyond Failure training routine articles.Pre exhaust with isolation then pick either leg press or hack squats...Kept all the size on my quads after using this routine and dumping squats.Like Trevor I pre exhaust all muscle groups before compound exercises..If the muscle is taken to failure (or beyond) it doesnt matter if you use machines or free weights.

@caseybledsoe770 3 жыл бұрын

Who else feels super vulnerable while doing hamstring curls?

@DJ_Emmy 3 жыл бұрын

lol

@emg00 3 жыл бұрын

Lmao make sure no ones behind you

@nakamichi682zx 3 жыл бұрын

It depends on which facility you've been incarcerated. They're not all the same.

@DaN3xtEconomist 3 жыл бұрын

@@emg00 especially if you are training in prison

@oldmate99 3 жыл бұрын

try wearing pants

@Shreadington 3 жыл бұрын

John, great workout. I've been having growth success with pointing my toes on leg curls to build the lower hamstrings. Totally different feel and growth in a weaker part of my legs that I needed for side poses. Growth protocol has been 4 sets 20, 15,15,12. Tempo 2:1:3. 5th set is a triple drop 10,10,10. Holy smokes the pump is unreal.

@wesleywertz855 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you John. I really appreciate these videos of yours. As a middle aged lifter, I especially appreciate the consideration given to joint and lower back health. With respect to that; it has been my experience that the belt squat is another good alternative to the barbell squat.

@knexbomb300 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting this! I am prone to get hernias and deadlifts/squats hurt a lot. So this will let me work out my legs with comfort now!

@kevinward3305 3 жыл бұрын

Again love the knowledge u bring to the table I've been bodybuilding for many years but the success u have had and how humble u r I'm impressed thanks for all your tips

@mountaindog1 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that

@user-zm8xt4ff9b 3 жыл бұрын

If I had legs like John I would wear shorter shorts, especially when training. Show off those legs. 👍

@user-zm8xt4ff9b 3 жыл бұрын

You work hard enough for legs like that. Dedication, discipline. Show them off. 👍

@Leftatalbuquerque 3 жыл бұрын

I agree!! Over the last two decades or so, men's thighs have become something to hide!! You should have seen us gym kids in the 70's and 80's - we wore short shorts!!

@EliasOwnage95 3 жыл бұрын

@@Leftatalbuquerque thats awesome!

@bshaun 3 жыл бұрын

Like Mike Tyson back in the 80s. Short shorts look fruity on most men, but Tyson made it look tough.

@jamesbishop4183 3 жыл бұрын

i wouldnt

@joecampbell9467 2 жыл бұрын

As always you present the exercises in a totally professional manner without the BS you hear on KZfaq! .. True experience shines .... thanks for the excellent optional leg workout here!

@naikamitn 3 жыл бұрын

Your workouts are getting more creative with time. Love these work arounds. Thankyou again my friend!

@mountaindog1 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@josephohrablo4866 3 жыл бұрын

I love that leg extension, rest pause technique . Been doing it for years . Hopefully if gyms ever open again in New York I’ll get back at it.

@ANtr431 3 жыл бұрын

What!? Are gyms still closed in NYC? OMG real hard man.

@josephohrablo4866 3 жыл бұрын

ANtr431 5 months brother . I mainly miss legs at the gym . I have dumbbells and bands , and been able to destroy everything pretty well. It’s just not the same with legs though .

@josephohrablo4866 3 жыл бұрын

ItsStillRealToMe DamnIt dude i hope . I’m hearing rumors about jan

@ryanpiner1887 2 жыл бұрын

Rest in peace John, This workout helped me a lot.

@MsCatalicious 3 жыл бұрын

I tried this at the gym today on the leg press and leg extension and the pain was glorious. On the last reps I saw the white light. It was brutal and I was walking funny for awhile after. Thank you so much John Meadows! I wish you all the best in the future with your health challenges and look forward to learning much more from you.

@Jack-mc2pp 3 жыл бұрын

This is gold John, your a legend! Keep it up man.

@KillShaville 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been doing this leg routine for about a month now and I just wanna say it has helped tremendously with my legs, I used to hate leg day and I’m still not too fond of it but this is a really good workout and I have definitely seen growth in my legs

@justinalba1 2 жыл бұрын

I’m about to add this workout in my program and see how I do.

@paulpetrovich8779 2 жыл бұрын

How frequently are you supposed to do this workout? How long should it take? Thanks

@apapods Жыл бұрын

@@paulpetrovich8779 it depends on your workout routine. Usually 2 times a week for programs like PPL or 1 x a week for bro splits. This will take more or less an hour

@user-bh4sc1mn7y Жыл бұрын

progress now?

@mississippipitbull1700 3 жыл бұрын

My wife and I did this workout yesterday and my quads are destroyed this morning. I haven’t been this sore in my legs in recent memory. Unbelievable.

@oldmate99 3 жыл бұрын

how's your wife?

@theanswerisjj9743 2 жыл бұрын

@@oldmate99 bro

@ryandingess2679 2 жыл бұрын

John you've been on my mind the last couple of gym sessions. I'll do this split in your honor. Love and respect:)

@mikesloane1605 2 жыл бұрын

This is a man of all man , John was a big influence in my life . At 60 years old and half of my back removed and total left hip replacement .I wanted to get back into body building .I looked up many different builders .I found Mr meadows and kept watching his videos. .I watched other guys but John Neadows is the man I chose because he is a man for the people and knot about himself as I had found in many others .

@luisacarneiro9367 3 жыл бұрын

"No fear legs curls are here" What a brutal set!

@Jay-we2ek 3 жыл бұрын

@bubble butt You're a loser, mate. Wierd, too.

@henri4730 3 жыл бұрын

@bubble butt dude what

@Jay-we2ek 3 жыл бұрын

@bubble butt No, but asking a random woman you don't know if she's "turned on" or "wet" is so disrespectful and not normal at all. Call me all the names you like, mate, I aren't the freak who makes unwanted sexual comments to strangers.

@Johnny-wy9lv 3 жыл бұрын

Get back to the kitchen

@henri4730 3 жыл бұрын

@bubble butt Your comment was really out of context

@francik4225 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips as always, but I won't use it because I love heavy squats! Squats, hack squats, leg presses and RDLs are all what I need 😁.

@ahmadshokry5945 3 жыл бұрын

John, you are a legend. I was just thinking about programming my new lower body routine without squatting due to some issues with my lower back ... Thank you so much

@mattbgbr 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks John, been looking for a leg "reboot" to re-energise my leg workouts and this was very effective 👍

@mountaindog1 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

@FitLabb 3 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to say that I’m really glad you’re doing ok after that scary heart attack you had recently. Wishing you all the best and good health going forward, and from one fitness pro to another, I appreciate all the hard work and good info you provide people with on your channel. 💪👍

@jimb4547 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you John! I'm 55 and cannot squat. I'm trying to build larger legs. I needed this video!

@mountaindog1 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

@DonCorleon31 3 жыл бұрын

Great video John! You've made training hard fun for me again. Love the videos

@mountaindog1 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it!

@Steve_D1974 Ай бұрын

Love this, rip John....always kindly shared his knowledge and superb tips to help others improve..his life impacted millions 🙏

@lightningq61 3 жыл бұрын

New favorite leg workout- short but still effective volume, extreme intensity without being so long that it’s mentally exhausting, and not an iota of back pain- I threw some hip thrusts and abductor/adductor work in too and was still done in an hour. If you see this John, would you recommend doing some additional lower back training like hypers in to compensate for the lost stimulus from having to sacrifice squats and deads as someone with chronic back issues?

@tinospaper2822 3 жыл бұрын

I'm starting to feel it too brother. Some exercises that I use to love doing I just cant no more and have to find other means to attack those muscle groups. Comes with age I guess.

@julianerbil 3 жыл бұрын

this changed my outlook on legs as i have some lower back issues. i used to do 315 for 5 and last year 275 for 16 or 17 cant remember, but im backing off that type of squatting for now as I keep having issues. thank you John, i love this workout. also am shooting you a message about a coffee collaboration soon.

@moniquegooding6179 3 жыл бұрын

Wow now this is the type of quad workout I love!!! I’ll have to swap one of my leg days in my program for this one, super excited to do this! 🙌🏻🙌🏻💯💯

@Sharkyktc001 3 жыл бұрын

Haha, I love your logic on the ham curls. 'Ah, we'll do... 20 seconds, that'll hurt'

@rosamendoza826 2 жыл бұрын

The man himself😭😭🤝 rip big man rest up!

@barryjones5995 Жыл бұрын

Only just discovered this channel this week. Learnt so much already. Thank you.

@mathias2410 3 жыл бұрын

Great work out! Did yesterday, can hardly walk today. Can't get proper leg workout squatting. Tend to lift more with my strong back. Keep up the good work dawg!

@GraarMo 3 жыл бұрын

John Meadows aka mountaindog1 aka mountainGOAT1 aka simply the 🐐 of fitness advice! Love the content man!

@chriskim457 3 жыл бұрын

I love how he doesn't draw a sand in the line with his workouts.

@EliasOwnage95 3 жыл бұрын

@@chriskim457 d-draw a sand in the line???

@kingding8569 3 жыл бұрын

My two Thighs put together, are still no way near as large as one of Johns, God dang. Goals.....damn Johns a machine!! 👍

@b.p.rwebber8098 3 жыл бұрын

Mate Johns calves are bigger than my thighs.

@joedavid9698 2 ай бұрын

Your information and Videos are raw real and authentic and most importantly spot on. Thank you very much. This is coming from someone who’s been working out for 40 years. I appreciate what you do.

@mikemchugh3073 Жыл бұрын

Glad to see there are more and more finding John's videos on working out and how much of an inspiration he is to them. I feel blessed to have actually received comment back from John with my comments to him. He's the gift that keeps on giving.

@jessevetrone9479 3 жыл бұрын

45 minutes in and out the gym, most pumped up busted up my legs have been since starting training. This sequence works great if you can dig deep and not short yourself on the intensity

@nicolomarchillo4451 Жыл бұрын

Doing this for leg day today. Thanks John, RIP ❤

@jacobnelson4751 Жыл бұрын

Mountaindog and DC training! I love it. I love DC training, it pushes you mentally and saves on time in the gym. We miss you John and love you brother. Always keeping your family in my prayers

@MarineForLiberty 3 жыл бұрын

awesome content as always. I’m looking forward to that set of 25 on supported squats!

@wilhelmheinzerling5341 3 жыл бұрын

Dorian Yates would certainly approve of this video

@bshaun 3 жыл бұрын

Sometimes, I imagine DY's trainer yelling at me to get 1 more rep.

@jonnuanez7183 2 жыл бұрын

This routine sounds great for someone limited on time, as I am 5 days a week. Gonna give this a shot. Thanks and RIP John Meadows.

@justamerica856 Жыл бұрын

How can someone like him pass away don't get it he looks great and is breathing great

@DaRRcYY 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been using this workout for afew weeks and always feel so pumped after it, also I’ve been using the 6 rep warm up for a lot of other exercises on machines like calves etc so good

@madhurchari6851 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing amazing video mr meadows . I cant do back squats because my shoulder had injury years ago and I do not have the mobility to take my hands behind my back without a little pain. I had to abandon squats as well. Videos like this are a boon especially for me

@zubairdotnet 3 жыл бұрын

Oh oh oOoOo I am just about starting my Leg Day even took my preworkout 💪

@boxdelux6591 3 жыл бұрын

I had an accident and couldn’t lift for 18 months I’d just do legs presses 3 times a week but man my legs got big and strong!!

@rituchoudhary8428 2 жыл бұрын

Please tell me more about your diet as well did uh gain muscle or fat🥲 I'm in need

@boxdelux6591 2 жыл бұрын

@@rituchoudhary8428 At the time I lost some of my upper body muscle mass because I just couldn't train it! I had to cut down my overall calorie intake but I kept my protein intake high, close to 1gram of protein per (lean) pound of body weight. For protein supplements I used 50% Whey and 50% Egg White powder, it's what Frank Zane used (perhaps still uses)! The whey is quick release and the egg white is slow release. If you're wanting to gain muscle you have to eat a calorific surplus most days. You will gain some fat but if you do it cleanly hopefully not too much. It really is 60% diet and 40% training. Good luck!

@rituchoudhary8428 2 жыл бұрын

@@boxdelux6591 tysm😊💕!!! Means a lot uh replied! Clean bulking is sure gonna be hard but worth a big try

@toffeebluenose7331 2 жыл бұрын

Like this guy,easy explained,straight forward,no bullshit.

@AL-yl8ml 2 жыл бұрын

Great workout bud love the way you explain everything ❤️

@gregorymehlhose1441 3 жыл бұрын

My new leg routine. Squats kill my lower back, even 225lbs. Thanks for this.

@willcarroll9762 3 жыл бұрын

How do you like it?

@know1squarter307 3 жыл бұрын

I cheated on reps just watching the video. Great content as always.

@paulfish5074 2 жыл бұрын

Love this channel. John seems a really nice bloke. Explains things very clearly. New subscriber!

@leecourtney1225 10 ай бұрын

Not only was this man crazy knowledgeable but so humble. When he said I made a mistake with the 2 sets really scuppering the essential recovery, it is in stark contrast to the gym bros who say 'I trained my legs so hard on Monday I couldn't squat down to take a shit, also I trained chest so hard on sunday i wouldn't have been able to wipe my arse anyway and it rocks man'. As I have got older learned exactly what John knew, train hard sure but know when to back off. Was carrying a niggling injury in my lower back and another wise coach said take time off training anything involving lower back in fact take a week off period and do some sensible mobility. Better to take a week of voluntarily than being forced to take 6 months

@andrewabbosh7834 3 жыл бұрын

John, I did this workout today and it was incredible! Thanks so much!

@mountaindog1 3 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome!

@brahdlee 3 жыл бұрын

I love how his legs look so amazing despite him not squatting in a while and his age

@ollied5413 Жыл бұрын

I've just done this workout this morning. Safe to say my legs were fired up. Thank you John, Rest in power mate.

@Nando-do3cp 10 ай бұрын

Always awesome workouts 💪👍

@NDemanuele1 3 жыл бұрын

I wonder if there is anyone that developed their legs by doing just unilateral exercises such as Lunges and Bulgarian Splits? There have to be a few!

@CBPxXBallerxX 3 жыл бұрын

Eugene teo advocates for this

@jessicadaniels8169 3 жыл бұрын

I do legs 2x/week and i feel like it’s been getting hard on my back and knees. This gives me an idea of what I can do when I want to skip the squats. Might alternate this with my usual leg days and see what happens. Thanks!!

@zman8340 Жыл бұрын

Once a week is plenty

@Shvabicu Жыл бұрын

@@zman8340 no

@zman8340 Жыл бұрын

@@Shvabicu work them hard enough and it is …. I assure you . Even platz says so .

@Shvabicu Жыл бұрын

@@zman8340 you shouldn't work them so hard that you can only train them once a week. Splitting that volume across 2 workouts will yield better results

@zman8340 Жыл бұрын

@@Shvabicu well what works it different for everybody, I’m not saying always go that hard on legs obviously. However there are times when you are changing your treating routine or trying to hit new goals. Legs being so large they can be worked very hard . With good results .