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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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2000: What 2000 Episodes Has Taught Us About Podcasting 0
Jan 30, 2023

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover twelve things they have learned about podcasting after recording 2,000 episodes.

 

  • Learning along the way through trial and error. (2:25)
  • 12 Lessons 2000 Episodes Has Taught Us About Podcasting.

 

  • #1 - Sound is VERY important. (3:19)
  • #2 - Communicate to your audience, not your peers. (7:46)
  • #3 - Be CONSISTENT with time/day drops and episodes per week. (10:57)
  • #4 - Sponsorships won’t make you money until you are already huge. (14:25)
  • #5 - The best combination is entertainment with information. (17:48)
  • #6 - Use analogies and storytelling. (22:53)
  • #7 - Dead air is ok (For interviews, shut up and let the guest talk). (26:56)
  • #8 - Some episodes are to get new listeners, and others are for old listeners. (32:31)
  • #9 - Have something good to say and say it often. (37:08)

 

  • #10 – Hook them early. (41:00)

 

  • #11 - Be ok with sucking. Keep going. (45:21)
  • #12 - Always seek ways to improve your craft. (49:42)

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1999: How to Avoid Losing Muscle on Vacation, Ways to Maintain Fitness as a Busy Parent, How to Balance Out Upper & Lower Body Development & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jan 28, 2023

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here are 4 ways to get a novel body part to respond. (2:07)
  • How there is so much we do not consider. (10:45)
  • Learning how to ask better questions using A.I. (16:22)
  • When you solve one problem, there is another on the other end. (18:10)
  • A good friend does not call another friend for a move. (28:30)
  • Being an advocate for your health. (31:30)
  • The origins of “I, Pencil.” (39:55)
  • Caldera works! (41:19)
  • Has Dana White ‘jumped the shark’ with this new slap league? (42:27)
  • Kim Kardashian knows more about business than you. (45:24)
  • Is blue-collar work making a comeback? (51:04)
  • The tech layoffs are just beginning. (52:37)
  • A fitting example of why you do not want your government building things for you. (54:06)
  • How cheating is more about opportunity than reality. (55:24)
  • Shout out to @jasminestar. (56:51)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 – Any advice on how to keep my gains while on a month-long vacation? (58:13)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 – Does intense conditioning diminish the effects of muscle recovery? (1:13:47)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 – How do you get over the bodybuilding mentality of always chasing that pump and wanting to always bulk diet to try and feel bigger and bigger? (1:24:08)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 – Is there any way to transition my lower body into a trimmer, more dense muscular structure? (1:36:19)

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1998: The Benefit of Rack Pulls for Back Development, How to Resume Training After Taking Time Off, the Most Effective Ab Exercises & More 0
Jan 27, 2023

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 be so quick to discredit bro-science! Often, it’s rooted in truth, and they don’t know how to explain it properly. (1:52)
  • The impact of the cold plunge and the value of breath work. (10:33)
  • Sal’s young silly moment. (26:27)
  • Horses DO NOT like Justin. (29:52)
  • Why the guys recommend Magic Spoon for bulking. (34:57)
  • Can cannabis be paired with fitness? (36:24)
  • Why are celebrities so messed up? (38:41)
  • Better sleep, bigger balls! (46:40)
  • Organifi is vegan-friendly. (47:46)
  • ChatGPT’s CRAZY numbers! (49:29)
  • A computer that can read your dreams. (54:54)
  • Shout out to Robb Wolf! (58:12)
  • #Quah question #1 - I’ve been doing conventional deadlifts for a while now and have noticed massive improvements. I’ve seen a lot of debate as to whether rack pulls or conventional deadlifts are better for back development. What are your thoughts on this? (59:27)
  • #Quah question #2 - I want to do the advanced version of Maps 15 and I have an EZ Curl Bar at home but not a straight bar. Are there any significant differences between the two types or would I be ok using the EZ curl for the exercises? (1:03:21)
  • #Quah question #3 - How can I keep my body from swinging when doing hanging leg raises due to core stability issues or is there an alternative movement to replace these? (1:08:55)
  • #Quah question #4 - Should you start a MAPS program over if you had to take a week off due to illness, travel, etc., or pick up where you left off? (1:12:03)

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1997: Zuby Goes Off on Woke Culture, Freedom, Abortion & Other Third Rail Topics 0
Jan 26, 2023

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin have an uncensored conversation with Zuby who does not shy away from the difficult subjects that have divided much of the nation.

  • Why he thinks the way he does. (2:10)
  • Living in an age of denial and cowardness. (5:45)
  • The Long March Through the Institutions theory. (11:51)
  • The concept of neo-racism. (14:50)
  • The two advantages we have over our ancestors. (21:41)
  • The power of tribalism. (23:20)
  • Fighting human nature. (29:28)
  • How parasitic ideas can spread. (31:57)
  • Why humans are inherently religious. (36:39)
  • Zealotry is a personality trait. (41:05)
  • Will the pendulum swing back? (47:33)
  • Disparity doesn’t equal discrimination. (53:32)
  • The demonization of monogamy. (1:06:55)
  • Why he tends to question authority. (1:10:28)
  • How the 2nd amendment checks against global tyranny. (1:18:50)
  • The role fitness plays in personal responsibility and growth. (1:23:19)
  • The problematization of society. (1:34:28)
  • Why he believes all modern western countries have eugenic policies. (1:36:44)
  • Pro-life vs. pro-choice. (1:39:45)
  • The deep population agenda. (1:57:40)
  • His biggest concern with the push for transgenderism on children. (2:03:10)
  • Why he believes we have passed peak ‘woke’. (2:06:11)
  • Zuby the Maverick. (2:11:06)
  • Imagining if the virus was worse. (2:15:30)
  • Why every social movement without a clearly defined finish line will ultimately end up what it set out to fight against. (2:18:55)
  • The importance of checking power. (2:25:20)
  • The problems with lazy thinking. (2:28:08)
  • Why he is pro-human. (2:30:57)
  • His early approach to his rap career. (2:34:45)
  • Not taking his success for granted. (2:40:07)
  • Good ideas do not require censorship. (2:42:20)

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1996: What to Do If You Feel Like You Are Losing Muscle When Cutting, Ways to Overcome a Recurring Back Injury, How to Improve Performance as a First Responder & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jan 25, 2023

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: The BEST time of the day to eat a high-protein meal is breakfast time! (2:55)
  • How long will Sal last on Instagram if he gets back on? (8:39)
  • Time to ration those eggs! (12:36)
  • MAPS Symmetry WORKS! (14:20)
  • The CRAZY story of Kai the hatchet-wielding hitchhiker. (17:58)
  • The homeless crisis. (27:43)
  • Are at-home workouts here to stay? (33:07)
  • Cold water emersion vs active recovery. Which is better? (42:13)
  • The knock-on scientism. (46:51)
  • Food pyramids are silly. (52:55)
  • Shout out to Faded Barber Shop! (56:44)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - What can you do when you're losing weight on your cut, but you don't look any leaner? (58:36)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - What is the best way to program workouts for wildland firefighters? (1:12:17)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Is it possible to build muscle post-menopause? (1:28:18)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Any advice on how to shift your mindset in the gym after going through multiple back surgeries? (1:49:59)

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1995: Seven Reasons Your Favorite Fitness Influencer is Unhealthy 0
Jan 23, 2023

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover seven less than ideal traits many fitness influences possess.

  • The origins of body dysmorphia in the fitness space. (3:09)
  • Hacking the game through social media. (5:44)

 

  • 7 Reasons Your Favorite Fitness Influencer is Unhealthy.

 

  • #1 - They have an eating disorder. (9:02)

 

  • #2 – They abuse exercise. (15:51)

 

  • #3 - They are narcissists. (21:01)

 

  • #4 – They are body obsessed. (25:51)

 

  • #5 - They have substance abuse issues. (30:31)

 

  • #6 – They aren’t authentic. (33:22)

 

  • #7 - They aren’t fitness/health experts. (40:14)

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1994: The Mineral Deficiency That Can Cause Horrible Sleep, Headaches & Fatigue, What to Do When Cutting Alcohol Doesn’t Seem to Improve Fat Loss, the Truth About Rounded Back Deadlifting & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jan 21, 2023

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Start focusing on building the muscle and then switch programs to take advantage of novelty. (1:48)
  • Mind Pump Kitchen: Sal’s schnitzel featuring Butcher Box’s heritage pork. (9:50)
  •  How quickly things can compound. (12:59)
  • Sportsball with Mind Pump. (17:51)
  •  When the old becomes cool again with the youth. (21:42)
  •  Divorce statistics and common lies. (23:03)
  • Why we protect the Delta smelt. (35:27)
  • Sending love to those effected by the California flooding. (39:36)
  •  A single dose of testosterone increases sexual impulsivity in men, study finds. (40:17)
  •  Mind Pump’s red-light therapy protocols. (41:20)
  • Justin’s tick experience. (44:32)
  • How Sal used injectable glutathione from MP Hormones to beat a cold. (51:15)
  • Shout out to @Lowcostcosplayth. (54:23)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 – Should I be concerned with weight, number of calories and/or workout intensity in order to keep my cycle? (55:31)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Why I am experiencing terrible sleep, massive headaches, and low energy when cutting from an extended bulk? (1:08:17)
  •  #ListenerLive question #3 - How can I reset my gut and brain health after being a heavy drinker for over 25 years? (1:21:56)
  •   #ListenerLive question #4 - What are some other ways I can help my clients improve their positions/posture and not feel like I’m wasting their time? (1:43:05)

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1993: The Truth About Training & Eating for Your Body Type, the Nutritional Value of Whole Milk Vs. Non-Fat Milk, Training With a Coach Vs. Following a Program & More 0
Jan 20, 2023
  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: A poor gut means poor health. (1:52)
  • Max is so moody. (14:17)
  • Sometimes kids just need to express their feelings and let them out. (18:28)
  • Kids inherited traits. (21:24)
  • The outlandish new medical recommendations for obese children. (26:46)
  • Introducing Mind Pump’s newest partner Hiya. (32:47)
  • The man with three legs. (35:35)
  • A dirty way to sell supplements. (38:42)
  • David Goggins is a SAVAGE! (42:45)
  • The fascinating Bajau people. (47:12)
  • Nike’s brilliant move. (53:32)
  • Shout out to @biglittlefeelings. (59:15)
  • #Quah question #1 - Do you guys consider body types with training and nutrition? (1:00:15)
  • #Quah question #2 - When is an individual better off hiring a coach vs. following a program like MAPS? (1:02:59)
  • #Quah question #3 - Can I train for a bodybuilding show and a ½ marathon at the same time? (1:06:41)
  • #Quah question #4 - Which is better for you, whole or low-fat milk? (1:09:28)

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1992: How to Visibly Change Your Body in 30 Days 0
Jan 19, 2023

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover ten different ways to transform your body in 30 days.

Disclaimer for the audience. (1:25)

10 Ways to Visibly Change Your Body in 30 Days.

  • #1 - Cut calories 500-1000 below maintenance. (7:37)
  • #2 - Take 10k, 12k, 14k then 16k steps. (9:37)
  • #3 – Cut carbs the most. (13:31)
  • #4 - Only eat unprocessed food. (15:04)
  • #5 - Eat over 1g protein per lb. of body weight. (19:11)
  • #6 – High fiber targets. (21:20)
  • #7 - Introduce 1 higher calorie day a week. (22:54)
  • #8 - Lift weights 3 days a week full body. (26:15)
  • #9 - Prioritize sleep EVERY DAY. (29:12)
  • #10 - Zero alcohol, junk food, anything “bad.” (32:08)

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1991: How to Train to Perform a One-Arm Pull-Up, Ways to Balance Out Strength Between the Left & Right Side of Body, Tips for Overcoming a Postpartum Plateau & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jan 18, 2023

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Cardio can ACTUALLY build muscle. (3:12)
  • Context matters! (12:32)
  • The anabolic effects of whole eggs. (19:50)
  • The prevailing theory is that the human digestive system is closer to a pig than a primate. (28:08)
  • The value of hitting protein targets. (31:29)
  • The untapped, wild peptide market. (36:54)
  • The two revolutions we are on the cusp of. (44:49)
  • Mind Pump talks A.I. (46:35)
  • Ned’s Sleep Blend works. (52:12)
  • How Joy Mode’s ingredients are science-based. (56:39)
  • Shout out to Eric Trexler! (57:54)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - I recently started MAPS Anabolic and noticed one side is drastically weaker than the other. Should I finish Anabolic and then get MAPS Symmetry, or would I be better off starting over with Symmetry now to get myself aligned? (59:28)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - What is the best way to build strength to achieve a challenging calisthenics goal? (1:04:33)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Is it possible to become metabolically adapted to a high training volume to the extent that a person will need to maintain a higher volume to get results? (1:13:33)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - While going through a prolonged fast, how do you adjust your training on those days? Also, how do you reintroduce food after fasting? (1:30:49)

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1990: Nine Reasons People Stop Working Out (& What to Do About It) 0
Jan 16, 2023

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover nine reasons people stop working out and how to get back on track.

 

  • Nine Reasons People Stop Working Out (& What to do About it). (1:45)

 

  • #1 - Lack of motivation or interest. (2:36)
  • #2 - Lack of time. (4:51)
  • #3 – Boredom. (8:43)
  • #4 - Injuries or health issues. (11:00)
  • #5 - Financial issues. (14:17)
  • #6 - Lack of progress. (16:38)
  • #7 - Life changes. (22:04)
  • #8 - Lack of accountability. (25:23)
  • #9 - Lack of proper guidance and instruction. (29:24)

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1989: Conjugate Method Review, How to Strength Train for a Triathalon, Tips for Hitting a PR & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jan 14, 2023

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: You can get JACKED for under $10. (2:19)
  • Introducing Mind Pump’s newest sponsor, Mobility Wall. (13:08)
  • Why haven’t we been contacted by aliens? (16:06)
  • Pay attention, Open A.I. is knocking on our doors. (19:53)
  • The rarest types of employees. (35:34)
  • Sal’s Organifi Red Juice caffeine protocol. (47:18)
  • Shout out to Robyn Gobbel. (50:55)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - How can I boost strength, speed, and endurance for an upcoming triathlon? (52:08)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - When and how should I structure my PR days for MAPS Powerlift when I finish? (1:09:42)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How can I train to get the best bang for my buck for both endurance and strength? (1:30:46)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - How do you feel about the conjugate method of training? (1:38:52)

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1988: Dumbbells Vs. Cables, How the Central Nervous System Influences Performance & Recovery, the Difference Between Intermittent Fasting & Calorie Restriction & More 0
Jan 13, 2023

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 do some sets to failure, make them HIGH rep sets. (2:43)
  • Nitrous is scary. (9:53)
  • Fast cars with Mind Pump. (11:05)
  • Why isn’t Justin in the studio? (14:40)
  • What did we do before the internet? (16:22)
  • Stress and relationships. (18:44)
  • Why obesity hasn’t been labeled a disease. (23:49)
  • Another brilliant way to use Kreatures of Habit. (31:38)
  • The desire to go viral. (32:12)
  • Solein is potentially one of the most disruptive things for the food market. (35:35)
  • So, do you want to be a little bit taller? (39:31)
  • Caldera Lab is exploding! (41:56)
  • Larry Wheels body transformation. (44:44)
  • An update on Sal and Justin’s MP Hormones cognitive protocol. (49:51)
  • Shout out to Paul J. Fabritz! (54:11)
  • #Quah question # 1- What is the benefit of cable movements when compared to their dumbbell counterparts? (57:00)
  • #Quah question #2 - Can or should women take the week off lifting during their period? And if so, what should they do in place of lifting? (1:03:11)
  • #Quah question #3 - Is intermittent fasting the same as calorie restriction? (1:07:05)
  • #Quah question #4 - Could you explain more about the central nervous system and how it influences performance and recovery? (1:10:22)

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1987: How to Burn Fat & Build Muscle at the Same Time 0
Jan 12, 2023

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover ten ways to achieve the "Goldilocks Zone" of building muscle and burning fat at the same time.

Why is this so hard to master? (3:01)

  • #1 – Lift weights. (10:02)
  • #2 – Focus on big lifts. (11:04)
  • #3 – Don’t do cardio. (12:54)
  • #4 – Eat in a small deficit. (16:53)
  • #5 - Interrupt with a caloric surplus. (19:21)
  • #6 – Eat HIGH protein. (22:52)
  • #7 – Carb cycle. (24:36)
  • #8 – Prioritize sleep. (27:05)
  • #9 - Supplements that can help (creatine, HMB, BCAA). (31:48)
  • #10 - Test body fat weekly to gauge progress to move levers up and down. (34:41)

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1986: How To Make Strength Gains On A Cut, Reducing Workout Fatigue, & MORE 0
Jan 11, 2023

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Why there may be MORE value in getting bloodwork done when you feel great. (2:53)
  • Kids, their brains, and setting limits as parents. (16:55)
  • The great decline in adolescent risky behaviors. (30:50)
  • Paleo Valley’s beef sticks are an excellent source of protein. (39:29)
  • The challenge with NASA’s new asteroid-hunting telescope. (41:28)
  • The viral chairbender. (45:14)
  • The recession is inevitable. (47:30)
  • Good/bad marketing for Tesla? (51:35)
  • Tennessee’s great new law. (52:53)
  • LMNT’s value for breastfeeding moms. (54:54)
  • Shout out to HumanProgress.org! (57:01)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 – Why did I see massive strength gains during a cut? (58:39)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 – If I only have 45 minutes in the morning to work out, is it more beneficial to wake up earlier to prime before my full-body workout or prioritize sleep? (1:07:17)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 – In MAPS Anabolic Phase 3, should I focus on dropping the weight, or is it worth doubling the rest periods to focus on adding more weight? (1:17:39)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 – Can you make gains only by working out 15 minutes a day? I’m currently working my way through MAPS 15 advanced and was wondering why in phase II there are no shoulder exercises. (1:23:49)

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1985: The 6 Types of Fitness Influencers You Should Unfollow 0
Jan 9, 2023

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover six types of fitness influencers that will waste your time.

  • Is the space getting better or worse? (3:07)
  • The 6 Types of Fitness Influencers You Should Unfollow. 
  • #1 - Fake authentic. (9:49)
  • #2 – Sells their body. (13:26)
  • #3 – My way is the only way. (17:49)
  • #4 - Hype, beast mode, motivation. (23:50)
  • #5 – Zealots. (30:11)
  • #6 - Algorithm chasers. (32:19)

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1984: How to Prepare for a 100+ Mile Hike, Tips for Overcoming Hip Pain, Ways to Troubleshoot Extreme Fatigue & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jan 7, 2023

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you want better chances at success, address the BEHAVIORS that lead to the results. (1:59)
  • You can’t become a better parent without becoming a better person. (8:59)
  • Teaching children to have a good relationship with food. (16:37)
  • What’s going on with the recent egg shortage? (22:53)
  • Sal’s cognitive protocol with MP Hormones. (28:13)
  • Justin’s Icelandic massage. (30:45)
  • Justin’s Scottish/Icelandic Adventure. (33:00)
  • Another study reiterates the Mind Pump message on resistance training. (45:23)
  • Utilize those free Mind Pump resources! (51:21)
  • Following up on a recent Listener Live caller. (53:02)
  • Butcher Box is giving away the house! (54:05)
  • Shout out to Dr. Cabral! (57:43)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Your thoughts on how I can mold MAPS Programs into training for a 125-mile hike over a 10-day time frame? (58:42)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Could my hip pain be caused by the depth of my barbell squats or is there something else that I should be doing mobility-wise? (1:17:21)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Could eating too much protein affect your body fat percentage? (1:27:45)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Any advice on remedies to combat extreme fatigue? (1:38:09)

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1983: The Truth About the Carnivore Diet, How to Properly Retract Your Shoulder Blades When Lifting, the Benefits of Adding Deload Weeks Into Your Training & More 0
Jan 6, 2023

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: Obesity is NOT a disease! It’s a result of choices and your lifestyle. (3:00)
  • The alarming potential direction of A.I. (10:25)
  • Twitter is cool. (22:58)
  • Equinox’s New Year’s marketing ploy. (26:43)
  • NCI’s coach's toolkit. (31:04)
  • Dana White’s slap heard around the world. (33:43)
  • Another study shows the recovery benefits of red-light therapy. (45:32)
  • Andrew Tate is back in the news. (48:28)
  • Shout out to the @goodnews_movement! (55:45)
  • #Quah question #1 - What are your thoughts on the carnivore diet? (57:36)
  • #Quah question #2 - What are some of your best cues to get someone to retract their shoulder blades using the correct muscle pattern so their shoulders aren’t rolled forward? (1:06:26)
  • #Quah question #3 - What are your thoughts on deload weeks? (1:10:30)
  • #Quah question #4 - Is it effective to do your compound lifts at the end of your workouts? With the gyms filling up currently, sometimes it’s hard to get the main lifts in at the beginning. (1:14:10)

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1982: Why You Need to Prioritize Lifting Weights in 2023 0
Jan 5, 2023

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin why lifting weights is the number one activity to focus on in 2023.

  • Why strength training is the superior form of exercise. (1:49)
  • Why do people struggle with consistency? (4:45)
  • Be realistic about how often you can consistently exercise for the rest of your life. (8:37)
  • The problems with goal setting. (10:40)
  • The most important factor to consider is how your workout tells your body to adapt. (16:42)

 

  • The Main Adaptations of Lifting.

 

  • #1- Lift weights and burn more calories. (23:20)
  • #2 - Build a better hormone profile. (27:03)
  • #3 - Get your caloric maintenance up by strength training. (28:45)
  • #4 – Best for the modern lifestyle. (30:27)
  • #5 - Requires less time in the gym. (32:54)
  • #6 - Easier to maintain. (35:27)
  • #7 - Brain and heart protection. (37:34)
  • #8 - Muscle memory. (38:48)
  • The best exercises, rep ranges, and intensity levels. (42:08)
  • Where to start for each fitness level. (48:28)

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1981: How to Kickstart Muscle Growth That Has Stalled, the Benefits of Switching From a Split to a Full Body Workout, How to Spot a Bench Press & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jan 4, 2023

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Are you trying to get your biceps to respond? Try these two often-neglected exercises! (2:54)
  • The potential dangers of A.I. (6:12)
  • How cannabinoids can regulate inflammation. (28:24)
  • What the Colorado Experiment highlights. (31:27)
  • How both sides are playing the game. (37:13)
  • Is Elon an alien? (41:07)
  • Dihexa, the limitless peptide. (43:30)
  • Obesity’s connection to hair loss. (46:20)
  • NFTs? (48:12)
  • An interesting theory about Michael Jackson. (50:23)
  • The green juice is clutch while traveling. (53:46)
  • Shout out to @RAWFORUM_FUNCTIONAL_FIT. (54:51)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Will I still build muscle coming from a 5/6 day split to a program like MAPS Anabolic? (56:16)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - What is your advice on how to schedule and program my workouts when parts of my body lag so far behind others? (1:01:16)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Any advice on how to gain weight and mass this winter? (1:12:01)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - What is the best way to spot a bench press? (1:22:36)

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1980: Six New Year's Resolutions You Can Accomplish in 2023 0
Jan 2, 2023

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover six health-based goals that anyone will benefit from and can achieve in 2023

  • 6 New Year's Resolutions You Can Accomplish in 2023. (1:53)
  • #1 - Mental health. (One day a week fast from social media.) (7:05)
  • #2 - Spiritual health. (5 minutes a day pray, meditate, breath work, or practice gratitude.) (13:23)
  • #3 - Relationship health. (Once a week intentionally connect with someone.) (19:55)
  • #4 - Physical health. (Walk 5 mins after breakfast, lunch, and dinner.) (25:19)
  • #5 - Financial health. (Set a percentage of every paycheck and save it.) (30:29)
  • #6 - Intellectual health. (Read a paper book for 5 minutes before bed every night.) (36:12)

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