RIP John Meadows

[Vince G, CSN MFT]

Was all over CNN and Fox that morning, Biden will hold a press conference at 2.30

Actually it was on Fox and other media outlets.  John was a world renowed physique coach

[sway]

So two of supposedly the most health conscious bodybuilding coach’s, Meadows and Matt Porter both pass away a short time after having serious heart problems? Both had families and kids and still couldn’t give up the lifestyle. And now it’s the families that are left to deal with this without them

[residue]

Sad. My good buddy who was a bodybuilder passed away recently.  Trained with him for years. Heart attack. Just had bloods done and a work up and passed with flying colors.

blood work is pretty fucking useless, go get your heart mapped

[BayGBM]

Widows his wife and leaves his kids without a father because he couldnt live without being big. Still had to keep training like a intense madman. And still kept up with the extreme BB lifestyle to a degree. Not saying that he was hitting hard cycles still after his heart attack...but it is clear from recent pics and training videos, that the man was still pushing his body too hard. It is a mental illness and addiction. The only guy who did the right thing was Tom Prince....after his kidneys failed. At least Prince quit the entire routine of madness. Still on dialysis....but still alive for his family. Meadows was a good guy. RIP.

This.  Nearly everyone spoke highly of him and that says a great deal.  May he rest in peace.  Still, it is difficult to believe that someone with a family and so much to live for (others depending on him) would continue this folly.

I believe Seth Feroce gave up hard core BB for this very reason.  It is one thing to live fast when you are single without attachments, but when you have a family it's time to set aside the selfish undertakings and put your family first.

[falco]

Really sad news. He sounded like a great man.

[BUCK Murdock]

RIP John, I can't imagine he's got little kids that won't have a Dad anymore, what a shame.
Reminds me of when Charles Poliquin died as well. Seems like there common theme that the bodybuilding lifestyle might not be the best for your heart.

[OlympiaGym]

John was a great guy. Even if you looked like you had never picked up a weight in your life he would spend 20 minutes talking to you about diet and training and he would this all night if the interest was there. He was also a hard-working business and family man. My heart goes out to his wife and kids. He will be genuinely missed by hundreds of thousands. Not many of us will be able to say that when we depart this life.

[MAXX]

This.  Nearly everyone spoke highly of him and that says a great deal.  May he rest in peace.  Still, it is difficult to believe that someone with a family and so much to live for (others depending on him) would continue this folly.

I believe Seth Feroce gave up hard core BB for this very reason.  It is one thing to live fast when you are single without attachments, but when you have a family it's time to set aside the selfish undertakings and put your family first.

So he wasn't such a great person after all then. He was a drug addict. Like most bodybuilders. None of them goes off.

[Hypertrophy]

Any physical activity done to an extreme too often can cause early death. I have a number of cycling friends who always rode to the limit- constantly pushing it, even on 'chill" training rides. The number of guys 50+ who are experiencing atrial fibrillation (afib) is astounding.


These are super lean guys, don't do drugs, smoke, or drink excessively. They just beat up their hearts way too much. Two have had massive heart attacks in the past year.


Moderation, moderation, moderation...

[MCWAY]

This.  Nearly everyone spoke highly of him and that says a great deal.  May he rest in peace.  Still, it is difficult to believe that someone with a family and so much to live for (others depending on him) would continue this folly.

I believe Seth Feroce gave up hard core BB for this very reason.  It is one thing to live fast when you are single without attachments, but when you have a family it's time to set aside the selfish undertakings and put your family first.

Then explain Lee Haney's 8 Sandows. The Awesome One has been married for over 30 years with two kids, both of whom either graduated or currently attend college.

Brandon Curry (2019 Mr. Olympia) has a wife and kids. Is he selfish?

[Van_Bilderass]

So he wasn't such a great person after all then. He was a drug addict. Like most bodybuilders. None of them goes off.

However he was prescribed testosterone by doctors who were aware of his situation. Unless he was adding stuff by himself then he was trying to make smart choices. Being hypogonadal might not be smart either, in his situation, not sure. I'm sure there are different opinions depending on the doc.

[20inch calves]

Just heard that Jon meadows passed away last nite in his sleep. Very sad. He was 49

[Straw Man]

RIP

Like most others here I enjoyed John's videos and he seemed like a genuinely nice guy and good family man
49 is way too young and I feel  really sorry for his kids and wife.  There is certainly something to be said for living your life the way you want and enjoying it while you're here.  Everyone is free to live their life as they choose (which everyone here does).

RIP

[joswift]

Jackass wont be the same without him

[pamith]

This is sad 

[Ron]

RIP John "Mountain Dog" Meadows

Condolences to Mary (his wife) and his kids




“Dear Friends & Family, I am posting this on behalf of Mary. This morning John passed away unexpectedly and peacefully in their home. As you can imagine, this is a complete shock to her and the boys. She will update as soon as she can. Please know she is very thankful for all the prayers and support she knows her and the boys will receive from you all. -Brooke Nappo”


https://www.facebook.com/JohnMeadowsPage?fref=nf

[dseiler]

If he died of a pulmonary embolism (blood clot), there is a very good chance it was caused by the vaccine. Turning your body into a clot factory when you already have heart issues is a recipe for disaster.

Just one more reason never to touch steroids or these vaccines.

Anyway, rest in peace, Mountain Dog. You were a class act among bodybuilders and a good man.

Horseshit. “very good chance” is the anecdotal bullshit button that people deep throat regularly

[Bevo]

Then explain Lee Haney's 8 Sandows. The Awesome One has been married for over 30 years with two kids, both of whom either graduated or currently attend college.

Brandon Curry (2019 Mr. Olympia) has a wife and kids. Is he selfish?

Yes, but Lee Haney retired on top and was in his 30’s I believe

Curry, like you said won the O, and is/was going strong

Meadows knew he didn’t have the genetics and I assume he was already “retired” but still living the lifestyle to a degree

[Hulkotron]

Didn’t you laugh at onlyme and Derek Anthony when they died?

Not sure about DA but Vince took the high road when onlyme passed.

[Humble Narcissist]

Any physical activity done to an extreme too often can cause early death. I have a number of cycling friends who always rode to the limit- constantly pushing it, even on 'chill" training rides. The number of guys 50+ who are experiencing atrial fibrillation (afib) is astounding.


These are super lean guys, don't do drugs, smoke, or drink excessively. They just beat up their hearts way too much. Two have had massive heart attacks in the past year.


Moderation, moderation, moderation...

Yep, the older you get the less extreme you should train.  Over 35 is time to reevaluate training priorities.

[Pet shop boys]

Sad to see mountain dog passing before age 50. 

Even sadder leaving behind his 2 kids with no dad ..... And to think he got a warning last year in May .....

I bet his doctor told him to find another hobby with the blood clotting issue he had going ... but he wanted to stick to bodybuilding life style "thick and vascular" beyond reason ...


I have a friend (47) had a heart attack earlier this year , same reason as Meadow  ...he tells everyone " it runs in the family"  since he doesn't drink or smoke ....

these type of sudden death aren't a wakeup call in this "community " by any means .


And To say Meadows looked healthy"?
I mean, I'm sad he has passed; he was a great humble well educated  guy but he wasn't and didn't look healthy .


RIP  mountain dog



WoooSHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

[IroNat]

The 'roids turn your blood to sludge and with a diagnosed clotting problem...well...

[kepler2008]

He looked like The Ultimate Warrior a few days before his death. From his face and skin texture he didn't looked healthy.
What sadness and delusion for his family.
RIP

[deadz]

The 'roids turn your blood to sludge and with a diagnosed clotting problem...well...

Fish oil and regular visits to OneBlood.

[6 Reps]

A nice tribute from Athlean-X: