Pros & Cons of Getting a Coach | Fitness Bodybuilding

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After this weekend at the Chicago pro I decided to make this video. I will go over the pros and cons of getting a coach. What is right for you? Well watch this video and it should help you in this topic.
0:00 Intro
1:14 accountability
2:32 Continue to learn
4:44 Working through plateaus
6:02 Mental stability
8:56 Expectations
10:39 May not learn body
11:53 Cookie cutter diet
13:44 Outro
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@TheBelmont1985 2 жыл бұрын

Rip. U were such a great person. Hope u live happily in the other life.

@nh251 2 жыл бұрын

You will be missed John. My deepest condolences to your family.

@Dane33602 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so sorry to hear this. You, Derrick and John are the only three channels I follow. I loved his training tips and he seemed a really good man. Deepest condolences to his family and friends.

@Raiders4LF 2 жыл бұрын

RIP John Condolences to the Meadows family. Just found his KZfaq channel two weeks ago and has been very informational I was also dealing with blood a clot in my leg that traveled to my lungs

@priscillabahaw5673 2 жыл бұрын

Still sending my support to you Coach . RIP

@NickPags-iz9rc 2 жыл бұрын

“Alright hi everybody” literally made me smile for the first time on a rough day you’re the man!

@cookieintune 2 жыл бұрын

Very charismatic saying , and always lots of Truthful useful info that we all need .

@kodykernan6917 2 жыл бұрын

Gonna miss that 😭

@serious409 2 жыл бұрын

RIP. Dude was a damn walking encyclopedia. Wish I had discovered him before :(

@jase237 2 жыл бұрын

Had the benefit of being coached by the mountain dog team and I couldn’t recommend enough. 100% accountability, support, training was designed for me and coach was there 24/7. Got me from a big chunky guy to the stage and I would never have managed that by myself! Cris Edmonds is the man! 👌🏻

@FitLabb 2 жыл бұрын

I entirely agree John! A good coach is worth their weight in gold, because of the accountability & education they provide, along with helping to figure out the missing pieces of the puzzle to reach your goals.

@alexandrelima3697 2 жыл бұрын

Dude, you’re in very fitness video!

@FitLabb 2 жыл бұрын

@@kinGsaL1515 it’s terribly sad, a true tragedy. He was such a great man and an irreplaceable valuable asset to the entire fitness community….. I can’t stop thinking about his family right now.

@madmanmike69 2 жыл бұрын

Even though I never met you man I am going to miss you. Always a positive influence in the industry.

@paulloughlin3732 2 жыл бұрын

Will miss these videos and John's knowledge. A true gentleman, thoughts and prayers are with his family. Thank you John and RIP.

@daberin2630 2 жыл бұрын

We should all aspire to live our lives with meaning and purpose as much as John did. Let’s get to work!

@SchuyFit 2 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more with all these points. The guys I work with are completely different men by the time we're done working with each other. Not just because their body has changed, but because their entire knowledge about health & fitness is on a whole new level. People, if you want to change your body, get a coach!

@mabskha7917 2 жыл бұрын

RIP to a great

@JustnPage 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone who dislikes this video is most likely a bad coach. Love the content John!

@moniquegooding6179 2 жыл бұрын

I really agree with all this! I know since I stopped having a coach the accountability is really hard for me with diet more than anything- lifting not really a problem. I definitely look best first thing in the morning fasted and not so good once fluids and food is consumed still messes with my head lol - finding a good coach sooooooo important! Wish I had one now! I think with the right one competing or not so many benefits.

@julianharrison8878 2 жыл бұрын

Hi John It’s always an immense pleasure for me to tune into your videos and to hear Hi everybody John Meadows here! It’s so motivating in itself and that’s before you get into the content of the video subject. It’s so refreshing to see and hear a person especially in these times who’s telling it like it is without any drama and agenda and I and I’m sure many others thank you for it. Suffice to say you restore faith in human nature. Many thanks John. Jim Harrison. Cheshire UK.

@classicking2406 2 жыл бұрын

John Just passed by to tell you im following your training program the high evolutionary and im loving it. I have been training for the past ten years and since then i never had such a great evolution as i am having with it. Thank you so much you are the MEN!!!

@jalamela1179 2 жыл бұрын

You couch me through your videos ⛰🦮 Much respect and appreciation for your advice 🙏 🙌

@D_Huckins 2 жыл бұрын

I have recently re-vamped my training because of your videos and am training as hard as ever I have studied the words and tape of many great people and have learned invaluable lessons and information. The training without a coach part really rang true to me, as I have made a lot of progress on my own without having a training partner as well. (Natural, 6 years in, 6’2” 218lbs, 12-14%% bf) I can only assume that you have really helped a lot of people learn and start to take things seriously. Thank you for all of the work you have put in to help people!

@Magic_beans_ 2 жыл бұрын

6:02 That’s probably the best use case I have for a coach. I read a bunch, I stick to my workouts, I know how to adjust my macros, I just need someone who can give me a reality check when my weight spikes and I start to panic.

@aaronearl3 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you posted this! I was just wondering if and when I should do this!!

@AmanKumar-qx2wl 2 жыл бұрын

"Alright hi everybody" that's what I can only hear today . Rip 😥

@aguy4124 2 жыл бұрын

Hey John, im loving the vids, you manage to go tell stories but it never feels like a tangent, you manage to entertain without being crazy and its great to see a coach telling people coaching has cons as well

@janronnkvist2373 2 жыл бұрын

Missed the sit downs 😊☝️ have been watching the old ones over and over again

@jquebedeaux538 2 жыл бұрын

Such a humble and smart man full of helpful information. So sorry to hear of this huge loss.

@dirtylumberjack8569 2 жыл бұрын

I agree man i was coming off an injury and super un motivated. My diet was also aweful. I reached out to a friend who is a coach. We talked about everything and i signed up. The accountability and meal plan itself was worth the money. Im in the best shape I've been in since highschool, and im almost 40

@dicefondlers5308 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for everything John💪💪💪

@ThomasAT86 2 жыл бұрын

That is great information, thanks John! I haven't found a podcast with you and John Berardi. You seem to both have this very individualized, rational and flexible approach but still a few different views. Would be cool to see you both, maybe on the topic of "how to pick a great coach/avoid a bad coach", "cheat meals" and some more. Love and strength

@michaeltrogdon3469 2 жыл бұрын

Would love to see you coach Wesley Vissers...

@phichau90 2 жыл бұрын

I feel like wesley humble but at the same time kind of a little bit stubborn. But i respect him.

@michaeltrogdon3469 2 жыл бұрын

@@phichau90 he did say, he was considering a coach, and that John Meadows is on top of his list.

@EL_Toro1 2 жыл бұрын

it's OK to learn by making mistakes but when you have high expectations like he has, time is not on his side

@Yesthatisme14 2 жыл бұрын

I really admire Wes, but if he needs to go into the next level, he needs a coach like John Meadows

@clamum9648 2 жыл бұрын

When I started working out at the beginning of last year, with the goal of gaining muscle/weight, I decided to get a trainer at the gym too. I could've just started on my own but I have the money to hire someone so I thought it would give me the best chance of attaining my goals. You can watch KZfaq videos, from people like John, and that's a great resource but it's definitely not the same as having someone there right next to you to help and guide you. The accountability is also a big reason but I didn't have an issue at all with that for the first year cause I wanted to succeed so badly. But this year I've been slacking; I just am really struggling to eat enough and so it doesn't really matter what the heck I do in the gym, if you don't eat enough you're not gonna gain nothing. Overall I'm glad I got a trainer. I have him until the end of this year and I'll go on my own then but I can definitely see myself going back to him to overcome a plateau. I gained 35 total pounds last year and I'd like to do another 20 lbs or so but that fricking appetite is just killing me.

@NoahWilson8108 2 жыл бұрын

The outthinking part really hits deep . Thank you 😊

@leonaudacity5313 2 жыл бұрын

I’m here to to hear again “alright hi everybody” bless you John 😞

@littlefinkle7757 2 жыл бұрын

I have coach John Meadows daily! Great information John, point on! Now that my son is back to football full swing it is hard to motivate myself to continue to push without him going to the gym with me.

@barrettbeer0 2 жыл бұрын

this is such good content John. Thankyou

@Adam-ll9gh 2 жыл бұрын

I'd say John Meadows is in heaven. Such a genuine and caring presence in this community.

@de9147 2 жыл бұрын

R.I.P 😥

@MrJsp87 2 жыл бұрын

My new favorite KZfaq channel! Loving all the tips and content you push out!

@77devera 2 жыл бұрын

I was just thinking about getting a coach, then John came with this. Perfect timing 👌

@helenmogro6315 2 жыл бұрын

This is so true..... I love your videos ... 👏👏👏👏👏

@iamcorneliu1097 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you John

@JeanJacquesBarrett 2 жыл бұрын

Mental Stability... I appreciate you boss man!

@leigh_carmichael 2 жыл бұрын

Solid advice!!

@jedi_knight_PhD 2 жыл бұрын

John, I wish that I lived closer to you. I would love to have you as my coach/workout partner. Love your videos and wisdom brother !

@chriswilliams7308 2 жыл бұрын

Galactus has John's back.

@flaves6853 2 жыл бұрын

John coming with the gold, as always 🏅

@littlefinkle7757 2 жыл бұрын

100%

@puncherdavis9727 2 жыл бұрын

Lee Iacocca leader of Chrysler for many years when ask about his success once said in an interview and I am paraphrasing here " I failed 99 out of 100 times but I never stopped trying" He was in the car industry so failing was huge. Failing to maintain your health and diet and fitness just means a miserable end of life and I have seen plenty go through that. I got a trainer for 3 months to get the feel of things and he was a very young person. While training I read the trainer certifications and studied watching tons of videos like John here and learning to ignore anything based on social media and Instagram. I follow Jeff Nippard and John and will be learning always with these two for a very long time.

@mariaenriquez1200 2 жыл бұрын

🙏🙏🙏😭😭😭 thank you very much

@KerryFairbanks 2 жыл бұрын

John you'll always be my coach! Wish I had the opportunity to meet you always wished my iron rebel elbow sleeves had a John Meadows signature

@dcasandman 2 жыл бұрын

Good video, always raced triathlon better with a coach. 1 accountability 2 realistic goal setting based off training. It really makes me want help with body recomp, but I don’t plan on competing so it’s hard sell for myself. I’m exactly where you say. I’m at that last 5-10%. 60-90 days of mental toughness I’m failing myself where a coach would probably keep me more on task.

@stenheimer3961 2 жыл бұрын

good video as always, informative of the why a coach can be good and why he can be bad , what to watch out for

@devanadarsh3158 2 жыл бұрын

Finally the content is here❤️❤️

@Zeke-di7ib 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately the content is now gone 😖

@JessicaGonzalez-fp8pl 2 жыл бұрын

John u are missed deeply thanks you for all your knowledge that u have passed throughout the years...😞

@Miguelc271086 2 жыл бұрын

Love from Mexico

@ShanL2604 2 жыл бұрын

You really helped me get back into weight training and I’m seeing results from your guidance.

@hollykeathley381 2 жыл бұрын

I haven't read any of the comments, so I apologize if someone already asked this. If you have never competed and plan to, what would be some questions to ask prospective coaches to determine if they're a good coach, and/or the right coach for you?

@GenzorX 2 жыл бұрын

Too young. Rest in peace good sir.

@sweetpeach6203 2 жыл бұрын

Hey John! I haven't commented in a while. But I hope you and family are doing well. 💛

@jasongoh5868 2 жыл бұрын

Rip sir! Thank you for changing lives

@insanegenius8777 2 жыл бұрын

You'll always be my coach John. Sleep well💪🏼

@KenFlo1000 2 жыл бұрын

Damn, take care coach. You look tired here. But that is never a predictor. I’ve always appreciated your words. We’ll miss you.

@jasonmunro1983 2 жыл бұрын

I agree

@JackCutter 2 жыл бұрын

Great video John. There is an IFBB Pro who works as a coach and does personal training at the local Golds Gym. He's 212 at contest time like you are. While in the gym I hear him doing a lot of training with people who are extremely out of shape. Most of his clients are morbidly obese and have very little muscle mass.. It seems like all he really does is have people on machines doing RPEs of one for 10 reps and for one set. I know he doesn't train that way. He's really personable and it seems like he really makes his clients enjoy their time. It seems like he really likes it as well. It just really seems to me that it would be a lot more fun to train people who are professional or at least into it a little bit. My hat is off to him but I don't know how he does it.

@janronnkvist2373 2 жыл бұрын

What a good topic

@FatherhoodAndFitness 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, John! Hope you're doing well, man! Always enjoy the content. 💪

@neosaba2777 2 жыл бұрын

I'm into my 2nd month into weight training, and started off good, got a nutritionist and he gave me a plan and stuff, I started feeling pretty good then I stopped going to him and decided to do things on my own and honestly it is not easy lol. Get a coach, I decided I would bulk and now I put on like 3 pounds of fat because I felt I knew what I had to do lol damn

@Gr0und3dFlygon 2 жыл бұрын

I like the time stamps

@martinesquivel5434 2 жыл бұрын

I went through two coaches who i felt like were just milking me looked at me like a goddamn netflix subscription. Got chris jones for my cut dropped 40 pounds in 7 months. Definetly not the same price but got the results i wanted instead of going in circles

@MatrixQqq 2 жыл бұрын

Entertainment or Value? Lmk Down Below👊🏾👇🏾

@BluegillGreg 2 жыл бұрын

So long, Coach. Thank you.

@rossscarbro4602 2 жыл бұрын

I workout in Pickerington- teach me Jedi Master!

@georgeanagnos384 2 жыл бұрын

John, will you be at the Arnold in September this year for both days/ nights?

@2014Alm 2 жыл бұрын

Rip to a man who gave so much to the people

@Danny_P23 2 жыл бұрын

RIP Legend!

@vitormauricio1868 2 жыл бұрын

Top!!!

@rasmusniels8501 2 жыл бұрын

Pros: The Coach may be John Meadows Cons: He may make you do Bulgarian split squats of doom

@elizabethramirez3875 2 жыл бұрын

I 💘 love John Meadows ❤

@kylewilliams9907 2 жыл бұрын

Question. When do you think given the issues we all (seems like anyway) have that last bit of prep is the time that a coach is needed? I personally know very well how to diet. I went from 266 to 193 on stage on July 10th. I know what works to get pretty lean, what I don't know, and can't seem to figure out is that last bit. A good example in hindsight, doing the conservative rice cakes and PB after weigh-ins left me still abysmally flat on stage, and I really don't know what I should have done to rectify it. So I guess the crux is, what's the shortest time you can really get to know a client's body and what works so that you're in a position to really dial it the final week.

@stevemccooleq 2 жыл бұрын

Tiger Woods had a swing coach and Barry Bonds had a hitting coach.

@MoTiVaTiooO 2 жыл бұрын

I would like to ask how you recognize that you passed the beginner state i think it cant be measure in years because someone can go only trough motion 3 years and someone can train hard even from beginning and learn form and really be in love with fitness how you can recognize that in that situation when you are beginner or not.

@BehindtheMuscle 2 жыл бұрын

🙏🏻

@garyhuizilopoxtli9701 2 жыл бұрын

Hey John, I ordered the Recovery from your site Granite Supplements but the Vaso Blast and Essential Aminos say "no selection available." Are they temporarily out of stock?

@Bassamolbah 26 күн бұрын

Coach Thank you but please can you help me please How much exercise should be done for the legs & for the chest & back & shoulder Thank you so much

@josephcarroll6356 2 жыл бұрын

I read that as pros and cons of getting a couch.

@expiredcroutons 2 жыл бұрын

The only coaches i’ve been using are ppl on youtube like you john! Been working great so far 👍

@SchuyFit 2 жыл бұрын

That's a great option! Especially cause all this info is free.

@patrciaclemons8183 2 жыл бұрын

I'm trying to lose fat, ive watched alot of your videos. How do I count macros while working a full time job that only allows a small 10 minute break per shift...? Thank you

@BaldOmniMan 2 жыл бұрын

One of the biggest cons is second hand information. Every coach has a coach who has a coach.

@jameswilkinson5803 2 жыл бұрын

How much learning in our lives is truly original?

@SchuyFit 2 жыл бұрын

A good coach asks the right questions to help you find the answer. But yeah, a lot of learning will never really be original.

@BaldOmniMan 2 жыл бұрын

@@jameswilkinson5803 true, but not my point. A lot of people just parrot what their coach does or says without truly understanding it themselves. Learning is a must, but there’s a fine line between the two things

@eric23hawks 2 жыл бұрын

@@BaldOmniMan I know what you mean. Most coaches are just people that are too lazy to work so they try and cash in by parroting someone else's info. I see people that just started working out and within 6 months they're all of a sudden a coach, charging people money, and all they do is hand out a copy of their diet from their coach. Pathetic.

@michealgreforcyk3095 2 жыл бұрын

R.i.p

@Eklektik190 2 жыл бұрын

Any recommendations to progress after the Warlock program? Looking for something hypertrophy focused, strength mixed in is fine but that’s not the goal

@Eklektik190 2 жыл бұрын

@Chris Thanks. I am definitely considering it but wanted to make sure if maybe there is something in between the two to get me ready for CD2. I think CD2 as a more of an end game type program if that makes sense.

@jatinderbains9828 2 жыл бұрын

👊🏾

@camerondolling6707 2 жыл бұрын

R.I.p legend🙏🏻

@phinnphace 2 жыл бұрын

How do you get a coach when you're a 'poor' student? Or a good coach. 🤔

@autoadditionsnationwide5500 2 жыл бұрын

What would yousayvis a reasonable price per session

@theminesweeper1 2 жыл бұрын

are trainers at the local gym usually knowledgable coaches?

@luke5402 2 жыл бұрын

rest easy brother

@Kreutz 2 жыл бұрын

Man, I love these genuine sit downs with John!

@MUSCLEMOTIVATION1 2 жыл бұрын

Dorian said that bodybuilding is an individual sport you don't need a coach but IMO go get a coach

@ditz3nfitness 2 жыл бұрын

Wish John Meadows was my coach with all his intelligence

@onurgunes9026 2 жыл бұрын

Sir can you do a list for must have certificates for PTs and Pt candidates? You may even want to have a New KZfaq video series for Personal Trainers. Do's or dont's, general recommendations. Do you believe it's a legitimate business model in the upcoming future etc. Because mister i believe you are not only motivating your watchers for training. I suppose at least 10 percent of them sees you as a role model (me including) and by doing that wants to be a succesfull individual and online PT. THANKS for all the things you taught us untill now.

@crazykorean2268 2 жыл бұрын

Go with NASM. Avoid ACSM. I worked for LA Fitness and made 200 every 2 weeks. Boutique studios is the best approach. Start shadowing bunch of personal trainers.

@onurgunes9026 2 жыл бұрын

@@crazykorean2268 Thanks pal. Currently i'm living outside the US. When i get certificated i will apply to Bluecard for Europe and Greencard for USA. Firstly i will get EREPS level 3 certificate then NASM. I should get both of the certificates before the next year's summer ends. Unless if i dont find anyone who wants to give me a work permit document.

@onurgunes9026 2 жыл бұрын

@@crazykorean2268 Probably i will have to do master at a European University (because getting a work permit almost impossible without bluecard or Greencard. My bachelor's degree is from History. Getting that EREPS might help for applying a master degree program in Sports Science or Kinesiology.

@crazykorean2268 2 жыл бұрын

@@onurgunes9026 Whole green card may take a while. Stay in your country. Come here when covid is over

@onurgunes9026 2 жыл бұрын

@@crazykorean2268 I am vaccinated already but if i come without work permit i will be seen as a tourist if i stay longer than 14 days, they will kick me out most likely, as soon as they detect me. If you are interested closely, please contact with me on Whatsapp. You may put your e-mail adress here, i will send you my number.

@jasonturnidge6622 2 жыл бұрын

Been on the fence about getting a coach. How do I look you up to see your rates etc?

@jasonturnidge6622 2 жыл бұрын

@Borsalino Kizaru I saw that earlier today. So sad

@jeffreylucas3421 2 жыл бұрын

What's the difference between a Coach and a Trainer. Either way, your relationship must work both ways. I have had guys that really motivated me and others that I really disliked.