The Vegan Ironman Diet of Cro-Mags’ John Joseph

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  • čas přidán 27. 09. 2015
  • John Joseph is a very well-known figure in both the hardcore punk and vegan communities. As lead singer of legendary New York hardcore band Cro-Mags, he's used his status and platform to spread the word about the benefits of plant-based diets and PMA (positive mental attitude).
    What not a lot of people know about John is that on top of being an active touring musician and author, he also competes in the Ironman triathlons. These brutal tests of endurance consist of a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride, and a 26.2-mile run. To say a lot of training and diet go into competing and finishing an Ironman would be an understatement.
    We follow John as he prepares for an event in Boulder, CO to see what fuels a plant-based endurance athlete under such intense training.
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  • @colindrexler3663
    @colindrexler3663 Před rokem +343

    Man, I watched this back in 8th grade (Sep. 2015). Since then, Ive made a full recovery form a brain tumor (Oct. 2015), went vegan and as of Sep. 2022 I am also an Ironman. Many more signed up for next year. Thank you for being such a big part of MY Ironman journey, John.

    • @jt.8144
      @jt.8144 Před rokem +8

      Man I thought I was the only one going thru nostalgia. Mine was in 2016. Summer. I was sitting in at home after an all day MTB ride up in MARIN CA. Wanted to change my diet and I saw this guy on here "CZcams". Man total BadAss. and in a Punk Band as well in NYC? Super Inspirational. Now. 12/4/2022. 7 years later. MTB has all been phased out. Long Distance Running / Ultra Marathons is the new thing. Eating Clean and Doing Intermittent Fasting to stay in shape and most importantly Racing Weight. Sure saved thousands when it comes to MTB GEAR / Parts etc. Now it's just RUNNING SHOES and essential clothing. Moving Forward one step at a time. Keep Crushing it Bro.

    • @Lucipurrx
      @Lucipurrx Před rokem +7

      I’m very happy to hear about your recovery, Colin! Stay healthy

    • @bigboss-yv2nr
      @bigboss-yv2nr Před rokem +6

      fuck yeah dude i love that. Thanks for sharing and stay strong brother

    • @aakarshchaudhary7359
      @aakarshchaudhary7359 Před rokem +5

      I am Indian, I was born in a vegetarian family not by choice. Vegetarianism sounds good on paper, but you suffer from low energy, low wound healing, low B12 level, low libido to save animal which kill its fellow animal within a heartbeat and not think twice, its not worth it I thought. I can take their lifeforce and use it to move living beings to a more peaceful, advanced place.

    • @icantthinkofagoodname2000
      @icantthinkofagoodname2000 Před rokem +1

      I wish you all the best!!!!!!!

  • @vanityrae83
    @vanityrae83 Před 7 lety +7044

    this guy is a trip! sold angel dust in the 70s. went to prison. had some rastafarians give him a job & teach him to go vegan. then studied Hare krishna. lead singer of a heavy metal rock band. does iron man training. and is a street talking cussing new yorker. This Guy! he's a trip. more power to him.

    • @jps121
      @jps121 Před 7 lety +188

      You forgot to mention he said he was shot in Ny in the 70s too! lol

    • @placebo5466
      @placebo5466 Před 7 lety +33

      NYHC baby

    • @ozyyy009
      @ozyyy009 Před 7 lety +109

      Vanity Rae Hardcore Punk*

    • @bronco24
      @bronco24 Před 6 lety +146

      Those rastafarians are only the legendary Bad Brains, The grandfathers of hardcore punk!

    • @dittykong9517
      @dittykong9517 Před 6 lety +8

      he was hare krishna as a kid. 7:00

  • @TWC12345
    @TWC12345 Před 3 lety +359

    I'm sitting here trying to figure out the timeline of this guy's life. Seems like he's lived about 4 lives in the space of 55 years.

    • @mikebouncer3862
      @mikebouncer3862 Před rokem +4

      It’s the only way . Get out try every thing for awhile

    • @yako0000
      @yako0000 Před rokem +2

      John has been on a few podcasts; he has quite a story. he's really gone through it. check out Rich Roll podacst #388 for starters.

    • @MrFrezer22
      @MrFrezer22 Před rokem +2

      Read his book that's all I can say

  • @thankyou999
    @thankyou999 Před 2 lety +75

    He may not be super rich and famous, but his everyday routine, ability to live in peace with himself and live life to the fullest is what we want to achieve at some point of life for rest of our life.
    He is truly an inspiration. He proves that one doesn’t need to be the best amongst all…..just be the best version of oneself.

  • @sarina7179
    @sarina7179 Před 8 lety +769

    people get of your high horse, yes 10 dollars is a lot for me too but he has the money and all the ppl complaining about that probably have no issues spending that on alcohol, fast food like McDonald's take out, cigarette, fake nails and tan or fucking fancy ass protein shakes.

    • @Xz21JDogg21zX
      @Xz21JDogg21zX Před 7 lety +52

      your so right! spent 10 dollars at mcdees, boos, $100 weight gainer, blah blah no ones bats an eye, spend $10 on healthy whole foods, every body flips the table, terrible the way peoples mindsets are.

    • @xavierortiz1294
      @xavierortiz1294 Před 7 lety +14

      I've seen people comfortably spend $100 on a weekend HELL even a night of heavy drinking alone not even counting the food. Plus people think these juices are like a snack or somthing this is a meal. you're paying $10 for a full meal's worth of nutrition for a fraction of the calories and the truckload of additives other foods might have for what...2 bucks cheaper?

    • @user-ki6is3mm3b
      @user-ki6is3mm3b Před 7 lety

      ɷɷɷ Youuuu Wontttt Belive Guyss Howw I Losttt Fat Fasttt In Justtt 3 Weekss Withhh Thissss Weight Loss Diet Visitt : - t.co/DhwkfyqlP1

    • @InternetWarriorQwer
      @InternetWarriorQwer Před 7 lety +7

      I'm certain there are lots of people that think the opposite way. If you want to make a change it's time to surround yourself with new people.

    • @cptKerala
      @cptKerala Před 7 lety

      I like how you had to add descriptors to protein shakes because even you knew how stupid it would sound alone.

  • @candacesorensen8861
    @candacesorensen8861 Před 7 lety +1661

    I met John when he did the Ironman in Kona, I work at a vegan restaurant there and he was the coolest, most down to earth guy ever! When we started talking he talked to me like we had been friends forever. His partner and him came in everyday and after the race....what an outstanding inspiring guy!

    • @caseyhofses1929
      @caseyhofses1929 Před 7 lety +35

      why? did you?

    • @danaleighformon_
      @danaleighformon_ Před 7 lety +13

      Pacific Prana - That's amazing! He said in this video that he wanted to make IM Hawaii and I was just thinking about if he ever got his Kona ticket. That is so cool, thanks for sharing!

    • @SHOGUN18875
      @SHOGUN18875 Před 7 lety +5

      NYHC

    • @reachtrita
      @reachtrita Před 7 lety +3

      Pacific Prana Cool!!

    • @shiv_ring
      @shiv_ring Před 6 lety +34

      stepasidejesus Would you talk to her like that in real life?

  • @user-ti2xi9bd4u
    @user-ti2xi9bd4u Před 3 lety +654

    When a gangster turns into a nutritionist

    • @pac0re
      @pac0re Před 3 lety +7

      underrated comment 😂

    • @FabioFerreira-fv3ed
      @FabioFerreira-fv3ed Před 3 lety +3

      A nutricionist that beliaves that the coconut oil contains good fat. Coconut oil has 87g saturated fat in 100g of the product... since when saturated fat is good for you?

    • @je371
      @je371 Před 3 lety +7

      @@FabioFerreira-fv3ed How about you actually get some knowledge about what youre talking about, saves you from looking like a moron.

    • @FabioFerreira-fv3ed
      @FabioFerreira-fv3ed Před 3 lety +2

      @@je371 how about you search for scientific articles thats actually proves that the coconut ould isnt as much healthy as people think its is, saves tou from looking like a morron

    • @je371
      @je371 Před 3 lety +5

      @@FabioFerreira-fv3ed Im fully aware that there are some drawbacks to coconut oil, as with all saturated fats. I also know you googled it since you went from "coconut oil is shit" to "it's not as healthy as people think waaaah", also no intelligent person will read what i wrote and think im a moron so im good thanks.
      You on the other keep slipping like fucking bambi

  • @MaDiViL696
    @MaDiViL696 Před 2 lety +67

    I first watched this video 2/3 years ago. Since then the Idea of doing an IronMan I have been growing in my head. On the last 6 months, I have been seriously training for it. Completed my first half Ironman few weeks ago. Have my full one in 9 weeks. And always come back to this video to remember myself where it all started.
    "Enjoy it, that's what it is. Don't take it up to prove anything to anybody expect yourself, that you can do it''

    • @yhanickh4689
      @yhanickh4689 Před 2 lety +2

      I believe in you brother 🙏

    • @yash2614
      @yash2614 Před 2 lety +1

      Man that's awesome, I wish you all the luck for the full Ironman.

    • @MaDiViL696
      @MaDiViL696 Před rokem +7

      Update : on the 12th of June 2022 I completed my first IronMan in 10h35:17 in Cairns - Australia (Bib 268)
      Swim : 1h17
      Bike :5h25
      Run : 3h41
      Thank you John Joseph for giving me the initial spark of motivation. Thanks to you I am now an IronMan.

    • @yako0000
      @yako0000 Před rokem +1

      wow. go brother.

    • @christhomson7669
      @christhomson7669 Před rokem +1

      Starting my training for a 70.3 tomorrow. Best of luck to you on your quest.

  • @c1111
    @c1111 Před 7 lety +1468

    "It takes time to make good food but it's worth it" So true. People don't realize just how beneficial it is to invest both money and time into your health

  • @stopusinaar
    @stopusinaar Před 7 lety +504

    Those burritos look fucking unbelievable

    • @emobuddha
      @emobuddha Před 7 lety +15

      Right! I ain't vegan but I'm about to make those they look good!

    • @fireflynone778
      @fireflynone778 Před 7 lety +3

      wоrkеd for mе! I wоrkеd just like I thоught it would. It was еasу еnоugh аnd I just wаnt othеrs tо knоw whеn sоmеthing wоrks. Chесk out it оn this blоg twitter.com/d98aca65bff1e44c1/status/788632172043366400 FUЕL Тhе Veеgаn Irоnman Diеt оf Cro Маgsâ Jоhn Jоsерh

    • @user-un6gw1sq9f
      @user-un6gw1sq9f Před měsícem +1

      haha. These comments are funny because 7 - 8 years ago, those would be considered to be fire for sure. Now look how many options we have today, though. It's insane how things have progressed so quickly. =)

  • @sj24-
    @sj24- Před 4 lety +1863

    Dude 53 and look like he's in his 30's. Shout out to them Rastafaris.

    • @exratic5908
      @exratic5908 Před 4 lety +28

      They got something figured out that's for sure

    • @YusuphYT
      @YusuphYT Před 4 lety +50

      shame most vegans ruin their health from strict diets, give vegans a bad name. can only respect this guy tho, he’s definitely doing something right

    • @exratic5908
      @exratic5908 Před 4 lety +120

      Same I hate that. I’m vegan and It pisses me off when shit like “parents starve vegan baby” or “Vegan girl dies from malnutrition.” It’s not because they’re vegan it’s because that they’re not getting enough carbs and fats. They’re just eating lettuce. You need roots and legumes and fruit to survive, but people go into veganism without any prior knowledge and they get sick.

    • @tinselthedeadkingsrfl3404
      @tinselthedeadkingsrfl3404 Před 4 lety +10

      Shout out to the justin beiber haircut

    • @nbokomwana9220
      @nbokomwana9220 Před 4 lety +1

      Rastafari man!

  • @KingStix
    @KingStix Před 4 lety +715

    53 and doing Iron Man, a true beast

    • @stephenowens8398
      @stephenowens8398 Před 3 lety +37

      @Caine Neal Plenty are,check out Rich Roll! Why would someone who doesnt drink or use drugs or eat unhealthy food then go and inject steroids? Makes no sense.

    • @qc3227
      @qc3227 Před 3 lety +1

      @Caine Neal dumb asses let shit happen real ones prevent shit from happening

    • @vratislavjindrich1863
      @vratislavjindrich1863 Před 3 lety +10

      ​@Caine Neal You make no sense. Even if he was on roids(which i don't know if he is or isn't - and neither do you), he would still need the building blocks to repair the tissue broken from the excercise, plus all the energy he burns while doing so. So unless you're claiming that he is on roids + not vegan, your claim makes no sense.

    • @vratislavjindrich1863
      @vratislavjindrich1863 Před 3 lety +8

      @Caine Neal Judging stuff being good or bad for you based on how it makes you feel while doing it is not a very sound aproach. Meat gives you dopamine rush long before you manage to absorb any nutrients, that's why it makes you feel good.(and look forward to it). But so do drugs, social media, watching porn etc.. You seem to have a long way to go to any kind of wisdom my friend.

    • @d33763
      @d33763 Před 3 lety

      Awesome looking burritos! Keep it up!!

  • @scottsthots6880
    @scottsthots6880 Před 5 lety +1920

    This dude has had one wild life, every few minutes he tells us another insane fact about himself. Kuddos on picking him, he’s awesome

    • @ramichahin2
      @ramichahin2 Před 3 lety +3

      he does seem ''cool'' but as everyone else, he needs to seek Truth. krishna ain't gonna save his soul.

    • @ctkochan22
      @ctkochan22 Před 3 lety +2

      @@ramichahin2 He sounds like Prison Mike

    • @sofi465
      @sofi465 Před 3 lety +20

      @@ramichahin2 just because he doesn’t have the same religion as you doesn’t mean he’s not valid. shut the fuck up

    • @RICHFRVR
      @RICHFRVR Před 3 lety +11

      @@ramichahin2 oh fuck off

    • @theokoraag4542
      @theokoraag4542 Před 3 lety +2

      @@ramichahin2 neither will God or jesus so fuck off

  • @RumblerGaming
    @RumblerGaming Před 8 lety +613

    10 fucking dollars for a smoothie

  • @jmsmith1767
    @jmsmith1767 Před 4 lety +46

    ALSO I love that John has been a singer in a legendary hardcore band from the original NYHC scene for thirty years and he performs in gym shorts and running shoes. No bullshit AT ALL with John Joseph, no costume, no horse shit just a real dude.

  • @rnvano1928
    @rnvano1928 Před 3 lety +22

    Im not familiar with the Krishna Faith, but I appreciated the pre-meal dedication to his spiritual leader. Theres a deep connection, evident in his gratitude - a testimony to his tumultuous journey in life. Good for him!✌😁👍

    • @ritwikmitra6335
      @ritwikmitra6335 Před rokem

      it's a white washed ciltish version of hunduism that spread in the US in the 60s and 70s. It's a lot of bullshit.

  • @harrylo8558
    @harrylo8558 Před 7 lety +373

    Props to this guy for turning his life around in his own way. Found passion and motivation. Well done sir.

  • @nosaiba1012
    @nosaiba1012 Před 7 lety +284

    He went through so much but he's still doing so much, good for him pat on the back such an inspiration
    - abusive foster home for years
    - drug abuse
    - jail
    - navy
    - living in NY
    hats off

    • @kali3828
      @kali3828 Před 5 lety +21

      potato bake "living in NY"

    • @fakeplastic1826
      @fakeplastic1826 Před 5 lety +16

      Lol each one worse than the last.

    • @thedude5853
      @thedude5853 Před 5 lety +2

      just goes to show that environments you grow up in are not deterministic.

    • @officialme8580
      @officialme8580 Před 5 lety

      Fake Plastic why is living in NY bad?

    • @QuestionKnife
      @QuestionKnife Před 5 lety +1

      Fake Plastic no. Your wallet dies here in this city

  • @dustinbanneddotvideo2082
    @dustinbanneddotvideo2082 Před 3 lety +22

    What a beautiful glimpse into his life, especially where he came from, I've been down a similar path and seeing this makes me want to dive deeper into ways like this.

  • @Emmy4ShortStack
    @Emmy4ShortStack Před 4 lety +41

    I wouldn’t even say anything to my mother if I started dating him, he’s just that kind of guy you can’t explain, you just gotta meet him and have a chat. What a bloke. 👏🏼

  • @1i73
    @1i73 Před 5 lety +860

    This guy went through hell to find his paradise in being an Ironman and vegan, hats off for him, doesn't matter what kept him going he is 50 and is a head of all of us.

    • @colinsturgell683
      @colinsturgell683 Před 4 lety +9

      ЕML G yeah. Because we all know shitting 3 x a day and farting all day while eating extremely low nutrient bioavailability foods is paradise. Fuck yourself

    • @andreavasile6388
      @andreavasile6388 Před 4 lety +21

      @@colinsturgell683 the farting and shitting go away after a wile. I started to eat more plant based and less animal product(but in the week i still consume 4 eggs, and some meat fish) and i had those sintoms, after one month all gone. And, a good amount of plants are more nutrient dense that you can think. Look on tubers. Legums. Nuts? Facts. You can find studies, if you have the open mind for search.

    • @Pierrot110194
      @Pierrot110194 Před 4 lety +28

      @@colinsturgell683 The fuck you on about. Let him live his life, he's obviously happy with it.

    • @colinsturgell683
      @colinsturgell683 Před 4 lety +1

      Peter Pepper he’s probably happy with the way his own farts smell too

    • @Pierrot110194
      @Pierrot110194 Před 4 lety +1

      @@colinsturgell683 You got it!

  • @parisphillips5208
    @parisphillips5208 Před 5 lety +3390

    I work at the juice press where this guy comes to every day. Its always a trip when he comes in haha

  • @christhehaitian
    @christhehaitian Před 4 lety +89

    His bike ride (on Woodhaven blvd.), is probably one of the sketchiest places to go full speed...bunch of blind corners, buses and high speed car flow - John living!

    • @tylerdemmerle9816
      @tylerdemmerle9816 Před 4 lety +7

      Only real new Yorkers understand that

    • @brittanyjohnson2652
      @brittanyjohnson2652 Před 4 lety +6

      First time I rode a bike in NYC was on woodhaven Blvd. I was scared as shit the whole time too 😂😂

  • @daniiidetails6791
    @daniiidetails6791 Před 4 lety +187

    I need this guy daily in a morning podcast to pump me up

    • @theworkethic
      @theworkethic Před 3 lety +12

      Find inspiration in yourself

    • @BuffaloNickel9
      @BuffaloNickel9 Před 3 lety

      Podcast? Nah, i need him in person! not no stinking podcast

  • @viintaget6372
    @viintaget6372 Před 5 lety +272

    “Don’t let anyone put the demons of doubt in your head”- words to live by.

  • @generaldom
    @generaldom Před 8 lety +1150

    Munchies came through on this vid. This dude had a very multi-faceted and captivating story. Even if you're not vegan, the way he got to that place and where he came from is interesting to learn about. (I'm still never going to be able to do an Ironman though, what the fuck)

    • @trblessed1020
      @trblessed1020 Před 5 lety +3

      I totally agree. You think of people who eat healthy as hippies it real health nuts but I like the way he came about his lifestyle

    • @unklecorky2181
      @unklecorky2181 Před 5 lety +1

      Posi core bullshit listen to neglect

  • @AB-hi7jr
    @AB-hi7jr Před 4 lety +103

    as a brazilian I must say, his pronunciation of "Acai" is really good!

  • @npche9865
    @npche9865 Před rokem +13

    I could watch and listen to this fella all day. Very inspiring and interesting to hear a different perspective on things.

  • @punkybrewstar83
    @punkybrewstar83 Před 7 lety +126

    I'm an addict- I get addicted to shit- sometimes the best thing for people like us is to get addicted to being strong, creative and trying to lead a healthy lifestyle.

    • @peacenluvreggae
      @peacenluvreggae Před 6 lety +4

      punkybrewstar83 same here. Super addicting personaility but I need to direct it more into doing GOOD

    • @doloresdaphne8541
      @doloresdaphne8541 Před 3 lety

      Nice

  • @Keyrunnet
    @Keyrunnet Před 5 lety +416

    This guy has gone through so much in life yet he is strong and happy. Really inspirational.

  • @rm5238
    @rm5238 Před 4 lety +7

    My favorite Munchies episode so far! This guy is an absolute beast, so talented, inspiring and all in all great human. Bless this dude 🙏! Thank you for bringing this story to us.

  • @AlexisDaddy05
    @AlexisDaddy05 Před 4 lety +57

    After hearing all this dude's been through, I gotta admit I got a little teary eyed when he got his medal. Congrats John!

  • @phriend2spin
    @phriend2spin Před 5 lety +316

    Guy needs his own CZcams channel.

  • @genaschtes
    @genaschtes Před 7 lety +237

    i am a vegan myself. started when i was 19 now i am 33. but this is another level. i dont know why but he is an interesing person.
    he is not that kind of i-let-u-know-i-am-a-vegan. so many ppl nowadays are posting comments what they are eating now, pictures and shit. and always i am reading shit like "jum jum look at that ice (of course it is a vegan ice)" and so on.

    • @gabbygmoney
      @gabbygmoney Před 7 lety +11

      hi sorry this is kind of a late reply, im 19 soon and kinda experimenting with the whole vegan thing but my biggest issue is social events, i feel like its hard and people label you as a annoying picky eater plus being half russian, its hard visiting relatives who haven't even left their small town or use the internet and explaining to them the benefits..

    • @Qwazier3
      @Qwazier3 Před 7 lety +4

      He seems to identify as plant based. I do now too. Keeps the haters guessing. Throws them off a bit.

    • @laurenbennett7674
      @laurenbennett7674 Před 6 lety

      gmoney for me if it’s like a home event or a pot luck, I always bring a dish I can eat. Something hearty and filling. There’s usually also a veggie dish or salad.That way you’re contributing but also providing food to yourself. Idk if that helps :)

  • @eliseerickson5994
    @eliseerickson5994 Před 4 lety +144

    Anyone saying he needs his own cooking show: he has one. "HARD TRUTH with John Joseph"

    • @MeJustAimy
      @MeJustAimy Před 4 lety +4

      Elise Erickson Thanks! subscribed to this now

    • @fray2910
      @fray2910 Před 3 lety

      Thanks

  • @jennavandermerwe8307
    @jennavandermerwe8307 Před 4 lety +149

    Mad respect for him. He still honors his old spiritual teacher at mealtime. Would love to sit down with him and hear him talk about life and philosophy. #plantbasedbuddies ^.^

  • @djmaxamillionpdx
    @djmaxamillionpdx Před 5 lety +781

    Clean Green Protein shake: almond milk, banana, ice, kale, spinach, hemp protein, almond butter, coconut nectar, chia seeds... Sounds so delicious, gonna make this at home.

    • @someguy2135
      @someguy2135 Před 5 lety +27

      Every night I drink a protein smoothie I make with frozen bananas, oatmeal, almond milk. peanut butter powder, pumpkin seeds, pumpkin pie spice, and cocoa powder or carob powder. Really tasty. I drink it with my WFPB vegan dinner.

    • @Saundersstrong
      @Saundersstrong Před 5 lety +3

      Chia seeds and fruit combined aren’t a good combo for digestion 😬they do taste good

    • @kuroodo_
      @kuroodo_ Před 5 lety +5

      That's fucking disgusting, especially after you said hemp LOL

    • @soullessSiIence
      @soullessSiIence Před 4 lety +6

      Sounds like food for cows.

    • @mandyblankenship1883
      @mandyblankenship1883 Před 4 lety +30

      Despair no wonder cows are so much more muscular than humans

  • @itshelpa
    @itshelpa Před 8 lety +143

    17:05 After the biking segment: "Now it's just a nice little marathon." ^^ Incredible...

  • @Shin8bi
    @Shin8bi Před 2 lety +31

    I really like this dude, he's vegan, he's spiritual and he's a normal human being for once. Badass! 🤟🏿

  • @dickdastardly7350
    @dickdastardly7350 Před 4 lety +51

    Sometimes I offer a plate of food to a picture of bill Murray.

  • @UncommonSituations
    @UncommonSituations Před 7 lety +392

    This seems like an improv character from Michael of The Office.

    • @xxximaledgexxx
      @xxximaledgexxx Před 7 lety +15

      UncommonSituations hahah yeah I can't unsee it now. Like when Michael was an ex-convict. A hare irish-news vegan. Fair play to him though if he's happy

    • @newthrash1221
      @newthrash1221 Před 7 lety +20

      UncommonSituations
      Prison mike

    • @theforestgardener4011
      @theforestgardener4011 Před 5 lety

      Wow I thought the same thing!

    • @dawnfoster5666
      @dawnfoster5666 Před 5 lety

      @@Boyo-xe5fp yes

    • @hicksonff3459
      @hicksonff3459 Před 4 lety

      Date Mike, nice to meet me..

  • @lydiamcgowan9228
    @lydiamcgowan9228 Před 5 lety +428

    6:11 “let’s really kill them cancer cells, BAM!” Lol. This guy is amazing.

    • @tombryan1
      @tombryan1 Před 4 lety +1

      Hes fat

    • @oscarkilby4033
      @oscarkilby4033 Před 4 lety +8

      @@tombryan1 there are a lot of fat people who are still physically fit, there is a distinction between unfit and fat or bloated.

    • @pinhead42
      @pinhead42 Před 4 lety +11

      Tom bryan no he’s not

    • @hakseuu
      @hakseuu Před 4 lety +1

      @@oscarkilby4033 if you're fat you're unhealthy

    • @thewhat531
      @thewhat531 Před 4 lety +3

      Neoo only if you have a lot of fat around your organs. This guy has a very healthy body fat level.

  • @smplata5
    @smplata5 Před 3 lety

    I love watching this video every 6-12months. Brings me joy and revitalizes my motivation

  • @anacazares7077
    @anacazares7077 Před 4 lety +154

    He needs a movie written about his life

  • @nicholasdeleon558
    @nicholasdeleon558 Před 7 lety +44

    This guy is a serious inspiration. He showed us that anything is possible if you believe you can. I may not be as athletic as him but the same mentality applies. The fact that he came from a horrible childhood, drugs and prison and now he is turning his life into something amazing is very inspiring. god bless you man.

  • @ironimpactdojo
    @ironimpactdojo Před 7 lety +35

    John Joseph is a machine! Dude's been rockin' since the 80s and looks better than ever!

  • @mehnsaikchan
    @mehnsaikchan Před 4 lety +8

    Happiness is the joy you feel moving towards your potential.. i think this man seems quite happy, and i want nothing but for him and you reading this to have a happy day, month, year and life! take care :)

  • @jameshanson9099
    @jameshanson9099 Před 4 lety +6

    yo this dude is dope i love being inspired by real people that have gone through some real shit keep up the good work

  • @Lorkin32
    @Lorkin32 Před 7 lety +159

    What an absolute rolemodel. Amazing person!

    • @steveperry7799
      @steveperry7799 Před 7 lety +8

      GO VEGAN

    • @iRTehSecks
      @iRTehSecks Před 7 lety +4

      Dude talks about selling PCP and getting shot then going to prison.. But hes vegan, so hes a role model.. Jesus fucking christ...

    • @Lorkin32
      @Lorkin32 Před 7 lety +4

      @iRTehSecks everyone loves a redemtion story

    • @MsDangerpants
      @MsDangerpants Před 7 lety +3

      Did you watch the rest of it? He completely turned his life around. I suspect that you are being willfully obtuse.

  • @DJRanoia
    @DJRanoia Před 8 lety +1170

    Best one yet, like the story.. going to try that lifestyle

    • @leftcoast3736
      @leftcoast3736 Před 8 lety +32

      won't regret it ... actually you will ( at first ), long term you won't. good luck

    • @kiboshkooks
      @kiboshkooks Před 8 lety +1

      wouldn't recommend ....

    • @gayeonko3932
      @gayeonko3932 Před 8 lety

      Good luck!

    • @MrYakkforgottenpass
      @MrYakkforgottenpass Před 8 lety +2

      +DJ Ranoia check out bananagirl and durianrider on YT!

    • @MrYakkforgottenpass
      @MrYakkforgottenpass Před 8 lety +20

      Phish N' Chimps do the research, veganism is no hokus pokus abracadabra. It is pure science so please accept it at least. Palafury I agree with you in every aspect. Veganism is the way to go.

  • @gsimmo99
    @gsimmo99 Před 3 lety +1

    Can’t get enough of this guy! Please do another video with him!

  • @AshStGreen
    @AshStGreen Před 4 lety +3

    inspiration - love to see how the old school are so in touch. Respect to ya John

  • @c0gimyun
    @c0gimyun Před 7 lety +95

    love this guy- need more vegans like him spreading the word

    • @josephineblattney1885
      @josephineblattney1885 Před 5 lety

      I bet you want him to fart in your face.

    • @hi-nw7qy
      @hi-nw7qy Před 5 lety

      By spreading the word in a sensible way, or just spreading it more?

  • @EchoBR7
    @EchoBR7 Před 5 lety +228

    4:00
    I'm brazilian and I loved when he pronnunced Açai. Just saying. Kudos, John!

    • @royh2618
      @royh2618 Před 4 lety +3

      what is the proper pronunciation? I dont say the word, i just point at it. LOL

    • @raviliberato759
      @raviliberato759 Před 4 lety +14

      @@royh2618 The vegan guy pronounced it perfectly, which is EXTREMELY rare for an american that doesn't even live in Brazil.

    • @TheKorfish
      @TheKorfish Před 4 lety +4

      Worked in a farmer's market and the health nuts taught me how to pronounce it. I thought it was probounced A kai lol.

    • @AB-hi7jr
      @AB-hi7jr Před 4 lety +2

      haha just commented the same thing! he didnt say "akai" or "assái"

    • @henrikkrusty1091
      @henrikkrusty1091 Před 4 lety

      super food
      AÇAÍ

  • @scottyg5403
    @scottyg5403 Před 4 lety +6

    I gotta respect this guys dedication! I think I'm going to buy his book and try some recipes! Great video! Not a big punk fan but dig the energy l

  • @godkingh3441
    @godkingh3441 Před 4 lety +45

    no an ironman means you cannot trade players or buy things from the grand exchange

  • @justbornvegan5074
    @justbornvegan5074 Před 7 lety +314

    I love this guy. He kicks ass! Inspiring as HELL

    • @jonathanli4042
      @jonathanli4042 Před 7 lety +3

      Just Born Vegan What

    • @1flatabs
      @1flatabs Před 7 lety +4

      So badass! Such an inspirational guy, indeed. Love the Bad Brains and Cro-Mags too.

  • @streetdreamz210
    @streetdreamz210 Před 7 lety +66

    This inspired the shit out of me one day I will complete an iron man and I just went plant based. thank you

  • @gerarddelprete4104
    @gerarddelprete4104 Před 4 lety +22

    I've known John for years. Every single story he has ever shared always leaves anyone saying "Is he full of sh*t?"I assure you, he is not.

    • @usernotfound904
      @usernotfound904 Před 4 lety +1

      Gerard Del Prete you’re the Gerard who’s wife he was talking about fucking on Joe Rogans Podcast!? 🤦🏼‍♂️🤦🏼‍♂️😂😂

    • @hannahmitchell87
      @hannahmitchell87 Před 4 lety +1

      @@usernotfound904 😳

  • @stephensugay7964
    @stephensugay7964 Před 3 lety +4

    Seeing him finish the race gave me the chills. That feeling of finishing has got to be an amazing feeling.

  • @xoxoegxoxo217
    @xoxoegxoxo217 Před 7 lety +152

    I love this video so much, seriously inspiring and fascinating

  • @bonivermectin4087
    @bonivermectin4087 Před 5 lety +469

    I always make this cashew/pea/turmeric rice now. So effing good.

    • @bstmeg5237
      @bstmeg5237 Před 5 lety +10

      Sounds dumb

    • @nellieeess
      @nellieeess Před 4 lety +19

      Unit Coordinator I’m gonna make it. Looks good and healthy

    • @joel198d
      @joel198d Před 4 lety +5

      Is this recipe for the veggies and sauce on the book he mentioned?

    • @duhJUICEmang
      @duhJUICEmang Před 4 lety +5

      @@bstmeg5237 especially since cashews destroy your gut.. and peas arent so great either

    • @Van-yo2xr
      @Van-yo2xr Před 4 lety +37

      Jahric anti-nutrients aren’t an issue when you are already consuming excess. The only reported risk of peas is that starch can be fattening. This isn’t an actual health risk

  • @amillionwhooshes
    @amillionwhooshes Před 2 lety +5

    Wow! This guy gives me life just watching a few minutes of him! I can’t imagine meeting him, thats an amazing mentality and lifestyle, really cool and very inspiring 😎

  • @EJ-ov4kw
    @EJ-ov4kw Před 3 lety +3

    This is awesome and full of great info. Props to this guy for doing it!

  • @jkxss
    @jkxss Před 5 lety +1425

    $10 for a smoothie in NYC? Dang.

    • @jamesmorris911
      @jamesmorris911 Před 5 lety +88

      Thats cheap too

    • @QuestionKnife
      @QuestionKnife Před 5 lety +164

      James Morris no it isn’t lol

    • @MMAReignsSupreme
      @MMAReignsSupreme Před 5 lety +57

      You’re paying for the convenience that’s all. That’s a $6 - $7 shake at most

    • @shuarma0
      @shuarma0 Před 5 lety +29

      just remember that we make double the money over here too

    • @Dr.Kananga
      @Dr.Kananga Před 5 lety +18

      then they wonder why fast food lines never end.

  • @noname-pk1hd
    @noname-pk1hd Před 7 lety +396

    can you guys do a vegan segment. maybe 10-15 videos of people and their vegan diets and lifestyles?

    • @kim8667
      @kim8667 Před 7 lety +2

      check out channels like high carb hannah, thought for food tv, the vegan couple. they have a lot of good information! :)

    • @retrotaco6668
      @retrotaco6668 Před 6 lety +2

      I second this!

    • @sabrinacunha8583
      @sabrinacunha8583 Před 5 lety +2

      Dude yesss

    • @Blurggg
      @Blurggg Před 5 lety +2

      Some more great vegan youtubers to check out: John Venus, Brian Turner, Edgy Veg, Ellen Fisher, Happy Healthy Vegan, Joey Carbstrong, Leo Venas, Lilykoi Hawaii, Mic the Vegan, Liv B, Rawvana, Sarah's Vegan Kitchen, BOSH, Lauren Toyota/Hot for Food

    • @jasonbourney3869
      @jasonbourney3869 Před 5 lety

      @@kim8667 the vegan couple is a cancer

  • @IchFremder
    @IchFremder Před 2 lety +2

    Kudos! Watching this video on a regular basis. This time I am going run a half marathon (20.6 km) on august 14, 2021! Can’t wait to run through the finish line and have my own trip 😁

  • @biglance
    @biglance Před 4 lety +2

    THANK YOU JJ FOR KEEPING ME ON THE PATH!!! peace from Macau.

  • @Pyropuncher
    @Pyropuncher Před 7 lety +118

    John Joseph is the man. His autobiography is a very inspiring read, the amount of trials and turbulence he overcame to where he is now will move you. I definitely recommend it.

    • @123userthatsme
      @123userthatsme Před 3 lety +5

      Had a hard time finding it, for others, it's called "The Evolution of Cro-Magnon"

    • @latioswarrior
      @latioswarrior Před 2 lety

      Pyro? What are you doing here?

  • @hippoher0
    @hippoher0 Před 5 lety +802

    Is that prison mike 🧐

  • @zakimtshali8105
    @zakimtshali8105 Před 4 lety +123

    This is the first time I’ve seen broccoli and craved it

  • @81jordan81
    @81jordan81 Před 4 lety +4

    This man inspired me majorly, thank you from the bottom of my heart

  • @xirishluck7
    @xirishluck7 Před 8 lety +22

    He needs his own show. Such an interesting story!

    • @Tzipporah36
      @Tzipporah36 Před 6 lety

      xirishluck7 I thought so too! @viceland

  • @omargomez8714
    @omargomez8714 Před 8 lety +453

    This video kinda helped convince me to go vegan. Within a few days, I had more energy, and my bones hurt less. Everyone should at least try going vegan or enjoy more vegan meals.

    • @jhjh151
      @jhjh151 Před 8 lety +6

      +snap peas Nice job m8. I recommend subscribing to Cory McCarthy, and for recipes subscribe to The Vegan Corner. They really helped me transition.

    • @RC-qg6un
      @RC-qg6un Před 8 lety +2

      +snap peas Keep at it man, it rules! :)

    • @omargomez8714
      @omargomez8714 Před 8 lety +19

      About two months in. Cooking is now my hobby I guess

    • @omargomez8714
      @omargomez8714 Před 8 lety +2

      +Balsac Teabaghar Dear God. Someone get this man a steak and whiskey ASAP

    • @jacobtb1
      @jacobtb1 Před 8 lety

      +snap peas were there any negative effects in energy, cognition or muscle loss or anything?

  • @jasonspence4749
    @jasonspence4749 Před 3 lety +7

    Very inspiring, you are a machine . Sending Positive vibes your way ,
    I am finally awake and now on day 9 of Vegan Lifestyle and loving it !

  • @eja9539
    @eja9539 Před 4 lety +11

    His voice is the best!! He seems so genuine. What an interesting life he’s led.

  • @xTheOxx
    @xTheOxx Před 8 lety +41

    Someone needs to organize an Iron Man with an added 12-round boxing match after the marathon.

    • @austinalec123
      @austinalec123 Před 8 lety

      Stupid

    • @TheUnholyPosole
      @TheUnholyPosole Před 8 lety +3

      +xTheOxx Hi, I'm Jew Rosenburg from Hollywood. Thanks for the idea, guy.

    • @GrandMaMaYT
      @GrandMaMaYT Před 8 lety

      nice one president snow

    • @robertfrench7596
      @robertfrench7596 Před 8 lety

      +TheUnholyPosole fuck you anti-Semite piece of shit

    • @TheUnholyPosole
      @TheUnholyPosole Před 8 lety +1

      Robert French I'm not an anti-semite. It's a joke on the obvious. Besides, I dislike all religions. (god damn History books)

  • @MakarePtah
    @MakarePtah Před 5 lety +6

    Wow, he's so inspirational. All he went through will now inspire others to let nothing get in their way. Great attitude and way to live. Thank you for the upload.

  • @yellowhousecafe
    @yellowhousecafe Před rokem

    Realized I'd watched this before but gave it a second go bc John is so damn honest and inspiring. Adding his "The PMA Effect" to reading list to help with those demons of doubt running the hamster wheel.

  • @hamueramikiarea6796
    @hamueramikiarea6796 Před 4 lety +17

    I love John Joseph. I relate completely, grew up singing in punk and hardcore bands. Left home at 15, somehow became vegetarian, took a fuck load of drugs, then lived with the Hare Krishnas Hahahaha

  • @jaakebraake
    @jaakebraake Před 6 lety +74

    His bluntness is refreshing, I really want to meet this guy

    • @Valkonnen
      @Valkonnen Před 4 lety

      You can meet him and thousands just like him...Move to NYC.

  • @TravelsWithJerry
    @TravelsWithJerry Před 8 lety +262

    The dude looks really good for fifty

    • @benzun9600
      @benzun9600 Před 5 lety +4

      Not really

    • @ruzzlickjrmma2192
      @ruzzlickjrmma2192 Před 5 lety +38

      Ben Zun You said not really because you know it’s true. If you believe he is not better than average than you’re delusional. Just saying.

    • @rivermoore6179
      @rivermoore6179 Před 4 lety +4

      Ben Zun most 50-year-olds these days have white hair and or are balding and are on the brink of death. This guys does freaking iron mans .

    • @roberta6363
      @roberta6363 Před 4 lety

      Ben Zun ya he looks pretty rough and old and abused but has clearly been training hard. Like a young seventy.

  • @marinmarinov1020
    @marinmarinov1020 Před 11 měsíci +1

    I was about to write a hate comment but then I saw the offering and I change my mind. I had a shitty childhood too. I respect that you found something positive to guide you through the life. It's not easy. I hope you completed more then one Iran Man since the video was published.

  • @CC-vw1cs
    @CC-vw1cs Před 4 lety +2

    I came here for Vegan munchies and got fire hosed with so much greatness :D thanks so much - great docu !

  • @derfer007
    @derfer007 Před 5 lety +11

    Every time I train for a marathon, I always watch this. Everything he says is spot on. Mind over matter. Training for my 6th marathon!

  • @vanlifemoneyhelper
    @vanlifemoneyhelper Před 8 lety +52

    vegan 4 life , john Joseph been through alot of bad shit similar to my life a real dude I look up to .

  • @googlenutzer8995
    @googlenutzer8995 Před 3 lety

    Hands up for my Motivation John Joseph , iam sittin right now in a clinic to get rehab from drugs ,he got that PMA ,thank you John! Greetings from Germany

  • @rickysaucedo5002
    @rickysaucedo5002 Před 3 lety

    This is officially my favorite Munchies video. This is the man Im looking up to now. LONG LIVE PUNK ROCK SOBRIETY AND HARDCORE

  • @solointheburbs
    @solointheburbs Před 8 lety +35

    Gave me the motivation to continue to be vegan. It is possible to be a successful athlete while maintaining a vegan lifestyle. Yes.

  • @RuthK218
    @RuthK218 Před 8 lety +386

    How refreshing to see someone living this lifestyle, vegan fo lifeeeee

    • @RuthK218
      @RuthK218 Před 8 lety +4

      Also clif bars are life

    • @sophielovesseezar
      @sophielovesseezar Před 8 lety +8

      Me too, especially like to see vegan athletes seen as most people think you need meat to be healthy.

    • @cosworthTV
      @cosworthTV Před 8 lety +7

      Unhealthy lifestyle

    • @WaariGaming
      @WaariGaming Před 8 lety +12

      +cosworth itsworth unhealthy in what way?

    • @RuthK218
      @RuthK218 Před 8 lety +25

      +MrHRY he doesn't look bloated, look up the china study, starch solution and hclf (high carb low fat) on CZcams and online, the countries obsessed with low carb diets aka the uk and USA etc are the most obese, look at Asian countries where the majority of their nutrients in their diets come from plant based meals with abundances of rice, noodles, potatoes, lentils, beans and they are a lot leaner and healthier than us in general

  • @victoriacarter3566
    @victoriacarter3566 Před 8 měsíci +1

    I enjoy these plant based athlete videos very much. Would love to see more!

  • @TheJMG13
    @TheJMG13 Před 4 lety +25

    11:42 My man took out half the front row...LOL

  • @Dr.huejazz
    @Dr.huejazz Před 8 lety +49

    Realass dude hope more people wake up to the truth like he did. Yo Munchies we need more of this!

  • @user-up4vd5ov8x
    @user-up4vd5ov8x Před 8 lety +13

    i fuck with the homies lifestyle

  • @BiohazardBunney
    @BiohazardBunney Před 3 lety +8

    I started veganism and fitness last week. Basically I'm overweight, high cholesterol, and in truth I've always felt vegan with how I perceive animals and their welfare. I just never had the drive to do it. Watching this man I know I'll be fine.

    • @eastern2687
      @eastern2687 Před 3 lety +2

      You got this. I was 30kg heavier just year ago. It takes much commitment, discipline and knowledge, but when you are finally getting closer to the finish line, you will feel like a gangsta. real champ, super man, you name it, and everyone you know will see you differently - like a dude who could leave all the shit behind and getting the job donе. That's priceless. Write back when you get there in half a year, year or two - does not matter. Just reply to this comment. I will be happy for u.

    • @BiohazardBunney
      @BiohazardBunney Před 3 lety

      @@eastern2687 Thank you nice person :)

    • @depthsothenso813
      @depthsothenso813 Před 3 lety

      Make sure you know where you get your vitamins, minerals, omega fat, carbohydrates, and protein from. Most of the time people give up on the diet because they forget the crucial nutrients.
      Junk food vegan isn't any better, stick with the whole foods plant based and you'll be fine.

  • @aaronpisani9011
    @aaronpisani9011 Před 4 lety +4

    This guy came to my school this morning. It was cool to hear his story

  • @anindyayamdagni
    @anindyayamdagni Před 8 lety +257

    my jaw dropped open I can't believe it, what's happening! and here I am (Indian) trying to mimic Western food habits

    • @hagarthehorrible1391
      @hagarthehorrible1391 Před 8 lety +93

      Mimic western high meat/dairy diets and you end up having their main killers - heart disease, diabetes, stroke, cancer.
      Just look at the current physique of Indians. 90% are fat due to high consumption of McDonald's, KFC, Dominos, and myriad biryani places.
      Go vegan, Be healthy.

    • @carlosparra8976
      @carlosparra8976 Před 8 lety +37

      Im not a vegan but dont consume mcdonalds, KFC, DOminos etc. I do have a diet heavy on fruits and vegetables. Chicken and fish is the protein I eat. My whole family just spend the last 2 weeks with the flu, i didnt even get sick. You cant be healthy and follow western food habits, thats for sure, but you can be healthy and not be a vegan.

    • @hagarthehorrible1391
      @hagarthehorrible1391 Před 8 lety +29

      Carlos Parra unfortunately we Indians don't even get enough time to work out or even go on a walk due to our hectic work schedules and traffic. Adding to that sports and physical activity are not given any importance in our education system leading to very unhealthy lifestyles. And the curries that go with the meats have a lot of oil which anyone can say is not healthy. Not to forget the hormones and bad food that's fed to the chicks and fish to make them grow big soon.
      Eating vegan is the best way to maintain health. And I've been on both sides of this. Was a heavy meat eater and now a vegan and can definitely say I feel much better and healthier on a vegan lifestyle. And of course the cause for animal well being trumps any of this.

    • @carlosparra8976
      @carlosparra8976 Před 8 lety +1

      good for you man that you could break bad habits even if your environment is still stuck in them. I myself said good bye to red meats and dairy but still consume fish and chicken and eggs. Lots of raw food, fruits and natural juices, almonds and peanuts, a lot of green tea and little refined sugar. Also lots of physical activity. Im not a vegan but like I said, I have an overall great health without entirely giving up animal protein.

    • @blakeh8935
      @blakeh8935 Před 8 lety +9

      +Pradhyumna Gupta Please don't be the degenerate fuck talking about how superior you are because you're vegan

  • @ebg3624
    @ebg3624 Před 5 lety +143

    I run 1.5 miles a day and feel winded......holy moly these are some amazing endurance athletes I can’t even imagine

    • @yourview8159
      @yourview8159 Před 4 lety +8

      Same, and im still in my 20s 🤔

    • @jeanniemaycrawford4466
      @jeanniemaycrawford4466 Před 3 lety

      Start on a treadmill on a low speed for short intervals then daily increase the speed and duration.
      Also do stretches and a light snack before running.

    • @f.dmcintyre4666
      @f.dmcintyre4666 Před 3 lety +2

      Tigol is on the right track but also check your iron levels and such...........

  • @petraweizal
    @petraweizal Před rokem

    This one's the best of the fuel episodes gives you so much info into what he eats. He's the best 👌

  • @Charlotte-kv7bk
    @Charlotte-kv7bk Před rokem +5

    Oh my gosh…..he’s AMAZING. MAD RESPECT FOR HIM BEING 50s and still doing all this😮