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Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

MindPump exposes the RAW TRUTH about health, fitness, nutrition and more... Hosts Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer & Justin Andrews pull back the curtain on the mythology, snake oil and pseudo-science that pervades the fitness industry and present science-backed solutions that result in increased muscular development and performance while simultaneously emphasizing health. No fitness institution or fitness "truth" is safe from their quick wit and over 40 years of combined experience in the fitness industry. Produced by Doug Egge. Find Mind Pump and the Mind Pump hosts on Instragram @mindpumpmedia, @mindpumpsal, @mindpumpadam, @mindpumpjustin & @mindpumpdoug and at mindpumppodcast.com. Get expertly programmed Mind Pump training protocols at mapsfitnessproducts.com
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2319: How to Strength Train With Breast Implants, the Value of Trigger Sessions for Building Muscle, How to Get in Shape for a Wedding & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Apr 20, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you have a body part that seems to be lagging, don’t go heavier, go LIGHTER. (1:35)

  • Connecting and disconnecting. (11:07)

  • Understanding what is developmentally appropriate. (17:49)

  • Owning up as a parent. (25:04)

  • The favorite host results are in! (29:49)

  • The best immune-boosting supplements for kids. (30:23)

  • Eggs are NOT bad for you. (33:13)

  • GLP-1 agonists’ impact on society and Adam. (35:56)

  • Shout out to Mind Pump’s FREE 3-Day Trainer Seminar. (50:39)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - How can I increase my muscle mass and gain strength in that short time frame? (51:51)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Should I or should I not do the trigger sessions if I’m doing MAPS Anabolic Advanced? (1:00:45)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How do I choose which parts of a demanding program like Performance I include with my client? (1:04:04)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - My curiosity is training clients with implants and post-explant surgery. Are there certain exercises and sets and reps you would encourage, and any to avoid?  Also, I am having breast explant surgery. Any suggestions on the best approach to ease back into training chest post-surgery? (1:16:01)

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2318: Where Your Fat Goes When You Lose Weight, How to Increase Your Overhead Press, the Difference Between Protein Quality & More 0
Apr 19, 2024

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: MANAGE your algorithms. (1:41)

  • Shout out to Dr. John Delony. (14:29)

  • Sal’s vasectomy experience. (16:49)

  • Why Sal is dropping the ‘wife beater’ when working out. (24:00)

  • Adam’s latest Tirzepetide challenge. (26:12)

  • The homelessness epidemic in California. (39:51)

  • The state of the economy. (43:54)

  • Conspiracy theory corner with Mind Pump. (49:42)

  • #Quah question #1 - As a 48-year-old male I’m having a tough time with increasing the overhead press. What would you recommend as a “Z” press progression? (58:43)

  • #Quah question #2 - Is 30G of protein powder the same as 30G of animal-sourced protein? What are the differences in terms of how much we absorb? (1:02:50)

  • #Quah question #3 - How does the body actually lose or burn fat? Do you sweat it out, breathe it out or is it something else? (1:07:29)

  • #Quah question #4 - I made tremendous strength gains through Anabolic. I put 50 lbs. on my squat and 130 lbs. on my deadlift. I’ve done this w/o straps or a belt. At what point should someone start using wrist straps or weight belts? (1:11:52)

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2317: Success Tips from World Class Trainers 0
Apr 18, 2024

  • Why they started the Fitness Business Mentorship. (1:26)

  • How did they meet? (3:22)

  • Getting close through the shared suffering of training Gary Vaynerchuk. (5:39)

  • The inspiration behind how their podcast was born. (22:03)

  • The needs they wanted to fill in the fitness space. (26:02)

  • Do you want to be a coach or a CEO? (33:14)

  • Online vs. in-person coach. (34:38)

  • The characteristics of coaches who have built a good/sustainable career. (39:07)

  • How social media can feed your insecurities and narcissism. (46:35)

  • Are we getting better or worse as a society due to access to information? (48:39)

  • Be great at one. (52:45)

  • Realistic expectations for new coaches or trainers starting their business. (54:50)

  • Explaining the process of the Fitness Business Mentorship. (1:00:30)

  • How GLP-1 agonist peptides, like Semaglutide and Tirzepetide, will impact the fitness & health space. (1:07:39)

  • The value of having a mentor who has been there and done it. (1:30:05)

  • Creating impact. (1:31:44)

  • What would they do differently if starting over? (1:34:35)

  • The keys to building a tight community? (1:42:50)

  • The advantage of time. (1:48:14)

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2316: How to Spot a Horrible Online Trainer, the Best Workout to Do When Pregnant. How to Lift Weights for an Iron Man & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Apr 17, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: The value of the workout is NOT about the calorie burn. It’s about the adaptation. (2:22)

  • Mind Pump Live is BACK! (11:05)

  • Doug is a funny bear. (13:16)

  • Having self-awareness and focusing on what you’re good at. (18:45)

  • Caldera works for ALL skin types. (23:40)

  • Acquired savant syndrome. (26:55)

  • How people get misled by articles about economics. (33:31)

  • The misconception that money equals happiness. (35:38)

  • Conspiracies, another way to divide us? (42:00)

  • When the party vibes get weird. (49:25)

  • Joy Mode is the BEST pre-workout for pumps. (54:42)

  • Shout out to the Mind Pump Newsletter! (57:31)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - At what point do personal athletic pursuits become complicated and demanding enough that it becomes worth it to hire a trainer? (59:03)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - I'm keen on leaning out even more, aiming to lose another 15-25 lbs., but I'm stuck on how to do it without risking setbacks or losing my progress. Any tips or guidance? (1:14:53)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How can I approach people on the gym floor and start talking to them to try and sell them personal training packages? Are there any strategies or tips you guys have used that you found successful? (1:24:16)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - What is the best workout program during the rest of pregnancy? (1:35:54)

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  • Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com

  • Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order of their best products **

  • Visit Joy Mode for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order**

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2315: Five Signs You’re Doing the Wrong Workout 0
Apr 15, 2024

  • Even ‘good’ workouts can be bad if used by the wrong person. (1:22)

  • Defining a ‘good’ workout. (3:00)

  • Five Signs You’re Doing the Wrong Workout.

  • #1 - You aren’t getting stronger or progressing in PERFORMANCE. (7:45)

  • #2 - You feel worse after the workout and/or generally. (11:35)

  • #3 - Joint pain. (17:01)

  • #4 - Overemphasis on intensity. (23:38)

  • #5 - Poor sleep. (28:21)

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2314: The Best Way to Train to Lose Fat, How to Choose Between Enclomiphene & TRT, Staying Jacked as a Runner & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Apr 13, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you want to move in a direction where your life changes, having a mentor or a guide is your best bet. (1:45)

  • Kids say the darndest things. (13:04)

  • Sal’s devastating night of sleep. (14:22)

  • BPC-157's healing ability. (21:38)

  • GLP1’s use for impulsive behavior and another Adam Tirzepetide update. (24:12)

  • Beware of studies. (37:12)

  • Preventable measures to ward off a cold. (40:49)

  • For every one idiot, there is a sea of good stories. (45:08)

  • Celebrity gossip and conspiracies. (49:45)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Any advice on natural testosterone enhancers and when to seek out medical intervention? (1:03:17)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - What is the best approach to becoming a true hybrid athlete? (1:15:39)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Would having an outside source (in this case, the EMS suit) make muscles contract illicit hypertrophy? (1:24:06)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - When trying to lose fat, is it better to reduce weight training and do more cardio? (1:32:30)

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  • Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com

  • For a limited time only, Mind Pump listeners get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump

  • Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout**

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2313: The Ideal Number of Sets per Muscle Group, the Truth About Cheat Days, the Downside of Moving More So You Can Eat More & More 0
Apr 12, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday’s Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page. 

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you're going to talk good to anybody, talk good to yourself. (1:40)

  • Reacting to the latest TikTok trend, Trad Wives. (16:00)

  • Trauma lust. (25:04)

  • The evolutionary theory behind strongmen dating tiny women. (33:17)

  • Growth spurts. (35:22)

  • The growth mindset is attached to being a successful personal trainer. (38:54)

  • When people go viral due to hate. (40:52)

  • Shout out to Mind Pump’s FREE Peptide Guide. (51:33)

  • #Quah question #1 - How much volume is considered “too much?” How many sets per muscle group should we aim for? 6? 8? 12? (52:41)

  • #Quah question #2 - Do you build cheat days into your nutrition plan? Especially around Birthdays and holidays? (58:51)

  • #Quah question #3 - Can you discuss the differences between processed “unhealthy” foods vs non-processed “unhealthy” foods? I notice there is a massive difference in how I feel having a homemade dessert vs prepackaged and processed. (1:02:55)

  • #Quah question #4 - Is it better to move more and eat more or to move less and eat less? (1:06:24)

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2312: Five Steps to Bounce Back From Overtraining 0
Apr 11, 2024

  • Understanding the difference between what’s optimal, what’s tolerable, and what’s beyond that. (1:51)

  • How healing/recovery is different than adapting. (4:15)

  • The importance of consistency over intensity. (7:12)

  • Signs of overtraining. (9:32)

  • Five Steps to Bounce Back from Overtraining

  • #1 - Take a week off. (16:10)

  • #2 - Get good sleep. (19:54)

  • #3 - Bump calories (protein). (22:55)

  • #4 - Come back with half volume. (24:20)

  • #5 - SLOWLY increase volume (setsXrepsXweight). (26:43)

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2311: How Poor Gut Health May Be Ruining Your Gains, the Fastest Way to Rehab a Shoulder, Ways to Overcome Sciatica Pain & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Apr 10, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Fitness can be the solution or the problem. It’s all about HOW you do it. (2:24)

  • Sal’s recent gross discovery. (15:05)

  • Doug Wick. (19:31)

  • When you know something is taking the Western world by storm! (24:17)

  • Adam’s main goal with his Tirzepetide experiment. (25:49)

  • Dad wins. (32:54)

  • Justin’s ‘Yacht Rock’ experience. (34:16)

  • Investing in a personal brand. (36:41)

  • Sal’s proud dad moment. (39:22)

  • Joovv is the REAL deal. (42:48)

  • Social media’s impact on children’s state. (43:36)

  • Shaggy’s voice is a fraud! (51:49)

  • Speculating on the P Diddy conspiracies. (53:15)

  • Adam’s first real dad talk. (59:37)

  • Paleovalley, teenager approved! (1:03:55)

  • Shout out to the FREE Peptide Guide. (1:05:34)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - What can I do to increase mobility in my shoulders and upper body to reduce the nagging pain? (1:06:37)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - How can I hit protein goals being on a SIBO protocol? What program should I be following? (1:17:22)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Given our preference for complex movements, heavy weights, and low reps, coupled with our primary goal of happiness and health, what program would you recommend for me and my wife to tackle next? (1:35:12)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Any advice for someone who pinches their sciatica when squatting or deadlifting? (1:43:38)

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2310: Don’t Let Your Age Stop You From Getting in the Best Shape of Your Life 0
Apr 8, 2024

  • How your body NEVER loses the ability to adapt. (1:25)

  • Six factors to consider as you age.

  • #1 - Lift weights appropriately (modify). (7:36)

  • #2 - Get good sleep. (15:05)

  • #3 – Hit your protein targets from whole foods. (19:45)

  • #4 - Track energy, libido, sleep quality, mood. (22:46)

  • #5 - Do cardio for health, not calorie burn. (27:29)

  • #6 - Easy lifestyle hacks. (29:30)

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2309: One Small Thing You Can Do to Accelerate Progress in the Gym, What to Focus on When Starting Out as a New Lifter, the Value of Encouraging Rather Than Forcing Physical Change & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Apr 6, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Don’t listen to the world if you want to be healthy. (1:43)

  • Highlighting the incredible and rewarding benefits of being a personal trainer. (11:03)

  • Mind Pump has officially partnered with NASM. (15:01)

  • Adam’s mindset taking on this Tirzepatide experiment. (23:27)

  • Sal’s fitness crisis. (30:11)

  • Nothing will test you more as a parent than poor sleep. (33:07)

  • The art of gentle parenting. (39:12)

  • Building confidence in your kids. (46:42)

  • The Caldera authenticity. (55:55)

  • Shout out to the FREE 3-Day Mind Pump Personal Trainer Webinar. (1:00:51)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Why do I look so small even if I train and eat the right way? (1:01:43)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - How do you develop custom trigger sessions? (1:09:56)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - What are some realistic expectations for a seasoned woman who is lifting for the first time in her life? (1:18:13)

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2308: The Truth About Eating & Training According to Your Blood Type , How to Progressively Overload With Limited Weights, Ashwagandha vs. Rhodiola for Stress & More 0
Apr 5, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions from  the Sunday @mindpumpmedia Quah post.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Good health = freedom. (1:24)

  • The guy’s current personal health journey. (8:57)

  • Taking Viagra to improve your health. (21:20)

  • Two of the most annoying pains of all time. (24:35)

  • The importance of companies like Get Dynasty. (26:59)

  • Why you should avoid young day trader influencers. (30:32)

  • Predicting the fallout from Flordia’s social media ban for children under 14. (36:13)

  • The dangers of pornography. (41:45)

  • Being able to express yourself without being afraid of judgment. (42:56)

  • Organifi for kids! (49:24)

  • Where your money is truly going. (50:51)

  • Shout out to Destini Davis. (52:25)

  • #Quah question #1 - Can you talk about how blood type affects nutrition? And does blood type affect training? (53:59)

  • #Quah question #2 - If you don’t have access to heavier weights to have constant progression of overload to build muscle, would increasing the time under tension with a lighter weight still develop gains or is the overload realistically the most optimum or only way? (56:38)

  • #Quah question #3 - You talk a lot about how to speak/approach family about fitness and health, but how do you approach the topic towards your children who are leading sedentary and unhealthy lifestyles? (59:27)

  • #Quah question #4 - How to choose between ashwagandha and rhodiola for stress? And why? (1:04:17)

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2307: How to Optimize Your Brainwaves for Improved Focus, Relaxation & Sleep 0
Apr 4, 2024

  • Try it, experience it, and feel the effects. (1:40)

  • Nailing the first experience. (4:05)

  • Profound personal experiences with the product. (5:16)

  • The encapsulation of Brain.fm. (8:06)

  • How you listen to different music based on what you are doing. (12:58)

  • A more bioavailable thing than binaural beats. (15:18)

  • Priming your brain. (18:10)

  • How does Brain.fm affect an ADHD brain? (20:13)

  • Focusing on what matters most. (23:41)

  • Tales of intimacy. (27:13)

  • Getting more restful sleep. (30:58)

  • Tackling Alzheimer's and dementia. (35:25)

  • What does the typical user look like? (38:12)

  • The different ways of stimulating the brain. (40:54)

  • The optimal way to use the product. (42:41)

  • Human-made vs. AI. (47:26)

  • Making music that people enjoy. (50:39)

  • Your morning routine is making you less productive. (54:50)

  • Future projects on the horizon. (59:53)

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  • Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Promo code MINDPUMP to get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. **

  • Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP for 20% off your first order (new customers) and double rewards points for existing customers. **

 

2306: How to Activate Unresponsive Muscles, the Best Exercises to Do When Time is Limited, What to Do When Bulking Only Makes You Fat & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Apr 3, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Probiotics aren’t just for gut health. They help with your athletic performance and muscle gains! (2:35)

  • Parasites aren’t as uncommon as you would think. (12:45)

  • Nubby Justin. (14:47)

  • Touching on the Kate Middleton conspiracy. (21:19)

  • Missed opportunities with investments. (25:47)

  • The origin story of Bank of America. (34:11)

  • #DadLife updates with the guys. (35:42)

  • Fun Facts with Justin: Sonoluminescence. (41:41)

  • Be the example. (45:19)

  • The immunomodulating effects of cannabinoids. (51:12)

  • Would you rather? Poison oak or Tiger Balm. (52:24)

  • Shout out to The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast Ep. 433 with @destiny. (56:45)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - I am having trouble connecting to one side of my body when working out due to CNS damage. Looking for advice. (58:41)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Should I stay with core compound exercises if I still see progress, or switch for novelty? (1:11:30)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Why did my bulk not give me the results I wanted when I felt like I did everything right? (1:20:45)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - How can I properly program other modalities of training without overtraining? (1:28:38)

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  • Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com

  • Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month’s supply of Seed’s DS-01® Daily Synbiotic**

  • Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 15% off **

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2305: 90 Days to Get Ready for Summer Plan 0
Apr 1, 2024

  • Long-lasting changes take TIME. (1:08)

  • Laying out the blueprint on how to do this right and get in shape for summer over the next 90 days!

  • Month one:

    • Fix your why. (7:45)

    • Start lifting. (12:11)

    • Prioritize sleep. (15:27)

    • Eat without distractions. (17:23)

    • Avoid processed foods. (17:55)

    • Hit water targets. (19:40)

    • Don’t weigh yourself. (21:18)

  • Month two:

    • Aim for protein targets. (22:40)

    • Track all your food. (24:45)

    • Track your steps. (25:19)

    • Track weight and body fat. (27:11)

  • Month three:

    • Cut or bulk depending on goals. (28:54)

    • Add steps. (29:24)

    • Increase training volume. (32:04)

  • Ways to know you’re doing things right. (33:13)

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2304: F45 Vs. Conventional Strength Training, Why Fat Burners are a Waste of Money, Getting Fit Over 40 & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Mar 30, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: One of the BIGGEST wastes of money is thermogenic fat burners. (2:25)

  • Restless sleep is the worst! (13:18)

  • Recognize the warning signs when something may be off with your child. (15:53)

  • Rock thief. (19:17)

  • When you realize money isn’t an issue. (21:09)

  • “They” want us to be fat, sick, and unhealthy. (27:21)

  • Mark Wahlberg’s bold move. (33:38)

  • What famous actor would play the guys in a movie? (34:38)

  • When ‘going woke’ went bad. (36:01)

  • The ULTIMATE trainer app, NASM One. (38:03)

  • Get the FREE 3-Day Mind Pump Personal Trainer Webinar today! (44:34)

  • Proud to be an American. (45:49)

  • Adam updates the audience on the impacts of taking Tirzepatide so far. (49:46)

  • Shout out to Jim Arrington. (59:12)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Do fat burners affect your muscle-burning potential? (1:01:04)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Is it too late for me to get the body I have only dreamed about now that I am older, without a background in fitness or athletics? (1:15:25)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – Any advice on where I should go from here? Should I stay at maintenance with 3x training a week and allow myself to heal, or go back in a deficit so that I can get some of my tone and definition back and feel better about the way I look? (1:29:08)

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2303: The Dangers of Muscle Loss from Overtraining, Ways to Transform a “Skinny Fat” Body, What to Do When Increased Strength isn’t Resulting in More Muscle Mass & More 0
Mar 29, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday’s Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page. 

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Don’t use shame to get results. (2:00)

  • When your kids have bigger calves than you. (17:22)

  • Organifi has products for kids! (18:31)

  • Interesting times we live in. (23:32)

  • Speculating on the fallout from Oprah’s weight-loss drug special. (29:27)

  • Did the CDC release a redacted study on myocarditis after COVID-19 vaccination? (33:30)

  • Dan Bilzerian admits monogamy is the answer. (35:11)

  • If people skip meals, typically there are unhealthy habits around that. (40:48)

  • Adam has started taking Tirzepatide, updates to come! (45:27)

  • Influencer farms vs. the power of word of mouth. (49:27)

  • Brain.fm works like a charm. (56:31)

  • Shout out to Matteo Mancuso. (58:20)

  • #Quah question #1 - What can I do to get bigger, if I’m only noticing strength gains? (1:00:56)

  • #Quah question #2 - Can you please provide some tips for a “skinny fat” body? I’m already lifting 4-5x a week, eat my bodyweight in protein daily (min), and get 10-15K steps a day. I don’t know why I cannot get more toned and muscular. (1:03:30)

  • #Quah question #3 - Is it possible to lose muscle due to overtraining even if you always hit your protein targets? (1:06:09)

  • #Quah question #4 - What are the best exercises to do to strengthen your wrists? (1:11:42)

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  • Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off**

  • Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Promo code MINDPUMP to get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. **

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2302: How to Be a Successful Trainer in 2024 With Jason Phillips 0
Mar 28, 2024

  • How the fitness industry is RAPIDLY evolving. (2:22)

  • How your business should be a DESIRE, not a necessity. (4:12)

  • Why the scale model is broken. (6:42)

  • Why is the quality of coaching going down? (11:55)

  • Understanding your growth trajectory. (18:20)

  • Acquisition vs. retention. (23:21)

  • The difference between a rich vs. poor mindset. (25:25)

  • Understanding a revolving pricing model. (26:27)

  • Exclusive vs. inclusive marketing. (35:00)

  • How the FTC is cracking down on online marketers and how to be compliant. (42:19)

  • How to compete and win in 2024. (51:36)

  • Respecting the journey. (58:00)

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2301: How to Train as a Firefighter, the Best Way to Train to be Good at Arm Wrestling & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Mar 27, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: One of the most impactful things you can do for your health, positively, is to BE WITH PEOPLE! (2:37)

  • Gymnastics Dad stories with Justin. (17:27)

  • The latest scary trend with high school dances. (23:55)

  • AI-generated content is getting weirder and weirder. (29:27)

  • Amazon hot air balloons and drones. (32:40)

  • Glow-in-the-dark roads? (35:06)

  • Why free weights are superior to machines. (36:30)

  • Will universal basic income become necessary? (38:45)

  • Zbiotics are SCARY effective. (44:15)

  • Vuori is worldwide! (46:08)

  • Acupuncture for stress relief? (47:52)

  • Fun Facts with Justin: Ice football. (50:35)

  • Mind Pump Recommends, Full Swing on Netflix. (55:28)

  • Going down the Mike Tyson rabbit hole. (58:23)

  • Conor McGregor continues to break records. (1:00:42)

  • Shout out to Mind Pump Park City Rental. (1:03:09)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - What advice would you give to help me determine how to lay out the next couple of programs? (1:04:46)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Any advice on what training style I should focus on to match my fitness goals and then complement my work demands as a massage therapist? (1:09:16)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - What would be the best training program for a competitive arm wrestler? (1:19:55)

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2300: Seven Habits of Truly Healthy People 0
Mar 25, 2024

  • Health does NOT encompass just looking good. (1:48)

  • Seven Habits of Truly Healthy People. (5:08)

  • #1 - Disconnect from all media. (8:34)

  • #2 - Eat dinner with your family. (16:15)

  • #3 - Seek coaching or therapy. (19:56)

  • #4 - Spend lots of time outdoors. (23:29)

  • #5 - Volunteer your time. (26:55)

  • #6 - Live well below your means. (30:12)

  • #7 - Follow a spiritual practice. (36:00)

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2299: Ways to Kick-Start Arm Growth, How to Adjust Calories When Training Volume Changes, Signs You Should Stop Bulking & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Mar 23, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: The highest source of creatine you can find in the world is RED MEAT. (1:59)

  • The inventor of the silencer. (12:34)

  • The safety and protection of owning guns. (13:57)

  • When you think it’s funny and cute until it's not. (22:32)

  • Is the public finally waking up to the Government’s distrust? (25:16)

  • Prime beverage brand is making BIG moves. (31:30)

  • “Milk does a body good.” (35:24)

  • Can high performers have a normal family life? (41:13)

  • What’s your ‘joy’ level? (49:41)

  • Shout out to the Modern Wisdom podcast with Alex Hormozi. (52:09)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Can you help me figure out why I can't seem to build muscle? (54:03)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Now with minimal steps and a lifestyle change, should I reduce my calories by 100-200 calories while still maintaining my protein intake? (1:10:14)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – Any advice on how to grow my arms? (1:23:05)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - I’ve gone through a couple of major transformations with my body and I’m currently feeling stuck with my diet and training. Any advice on where I should go from here? (1:29:16)

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2298: Ways to Get Rid of a Belly Pooch, the Ideal Exercise Volume When Bulking, How to Eliminate Pain When Performing Dips & More 0
Mar 22, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday’s Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page. 

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Do NOT watch your progress in the mirror or the scale! When you get that full picture, you can then create a relationship with exercise that lasts the REST of your life. (1:47)

  • Sal opens up on his spiritual journey. (22:05)

  • A review of the peptide Tirzepitide. (24:49)

  • Approaching healthy eating habits with kids. (29:58)

  • What is the most durable car brand? (42:21)

  • Are EVs worse for the environment than gas cars? (48:02)

  • One of the most effective supplements for sleep EVER! (50:23)

  • The wide range of benefits of Shilajit. (55:33)

  • Would you have sex with a sex robot? (58:10)

  • Shout out to The Gentlemen on Netflix. (1:03:11)

  • #Quah question #1 - What is the best exercise to get rid of “Mom Pooch”? (1:04:28)

  • #Quah question #2 - I’m experiencing pain under my left clavicle after tricep dips. What am I doing wrong? (1:08:56)

  • #Quah question #3 - You mentioned in a previous episode that volume should be higher when bulking, so what rep range is best to train in during a bulk? Is one more beneficial than the other - increasing weight vs increasing reps? (1:12:47)

  • #Quah question #4 - How important is it to correct things like posture, muscle imbalances, and core strength BEFORE adding strength training, or can they be done alongside each other?  (1:16:05)

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  • Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout**

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2297: Six Weird Ways to Lose Weight 0
Mar 21, 2024

  • Tricking the client to change their behaviors outside of counting/burning calories in a way that doesn’t feel restrictive. (2:18)

  • Six Weird Ways to Lose Weight.

  • #1 - Eating without distractions. (5:10)

  • #2 - Prioritize sleep. (9:37)

  • #3 - Walk after meals. (13:44)

  • #4 - Eat without drinking fluids. (18:54) 

  • #5 - Food order (protein, fiber, carbs). (24:45)

  • #6 – Journal. (28:45)

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2296: What to Do When Your Body Doesn’t Seem to be Responding to Diet & Exercise, Ways to Overcome an Unhealthy Obsession With Fitness, the Best Way to Teach a Group Fitness Class & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Mar 20, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Attention personal trainers: STOP training and START teaching. (2:44)

  • Raising your kids your way. (13:40)

  • Justin stepping out of his comfort zone. (20:44)

  • Sal’s supplement blunder. (31:30)

  • These phones are something else. (32:39)

  • Hot takes on Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson. (39:09)

  • John Cena’s “humiliation ritual.” (45:11)

  • Mind Pump Recommends, American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders on Netflix. (46:08)

  • Capitalizing on cultural phenomena. (48:12)

  • The exercise gender gap. (50:30)

  • Why Ned stands out above the rest. (54:15)

  • How YouTube’s ad revenue works. (56:13)

  • China is the greatest copycat. (58:31)

  • It’s all in the details. (1:00:54)

  • Shout out to The Way of the Peaceful Warrior book. (1:03:23)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Any advice on the best way to teach a group fitness class? (1:04:58)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Is my pigeon breast condition severely limiting my ability to grow my chest muscles? Could this be affecting my performance in other lifts? If so, which ones are most likely to be impacted? (1:21:13)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - I feel like I’m doing everything right, but my body isn’t responding. Any advice or tips? (1:31:06)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Have any of you struggled with your identity outside of fitness when that’s all you know, and have convinced other people that is who you are? (1:44:16)

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2295: How to Build an Effective Machine Only Full Body Workout 0
Mar 18, 2024

  • There is a time and place for machines. (2:00)

  • The value of working out with machines only. (3:47)

  • There is an order of operations. (10:22)

  • A Machine-Only Workout Utilizing the Machines We Deem to be Most Effective.

  • #1 - Hack squat (greater range than leg press). (11:33)

  • #2 - Seated or lying Hamstring curl. (15:35)

  • #3 - Cable row. (17:52)

  • #4 - Plate loaded chest press. (21:35)

  • #5 - Smith machine seated press. (23:52)

  • #6 - Dip machine. (27:33)

  • #7 - Preacher curl machine. (29:46)

  • Sets and rep ranges. (32:23)

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