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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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1820: How to Choose the Perfect Workout Partner 0
May 23, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin talk about workout partners, whether you need one and how to pick the correct one for you.

1819: The First Step to Losing a Lot of Weight, How to Prevent Sports Injuries, Tips for Modifying MAPS Programs & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
May 21, 2022

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here’s an interesting muscle-building hack. At the end of your workout do a deep static stretch of the target muscle, and hold it for one-two minutes. It’s painful but can signal recovery and muscle growth. (2:11)
  • How has Sal NOT been kicked off Twitter?! (8:21)
  • The challenges of removing bots from social media platforms. (11:04)
  • TikTok, fast-food junk. (16:44)
  • Making the mental switch from getting lean to shredded. (19:55)
  • How ‘Ready Player One’ hit it out of the park! (23:55)
  • Vuori is on a rocket ship! (26:55)
  • Sal’s strategy to cut down on caffeine. (29:01)
  • Dr. Seuss is royalty. (34:55)
  • The BLM organization continues to get called out! (37:09)
  • Mind Pump Recommends, The Big Conn on Apple+. (42:58)
  • Building healthy family routines with Felix Gray. (45:53)
  • The one-time Alex Jones snuck into Bohemian Grove. (49:43)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - How do I eat in a surplus to build muscle? (56:33)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - How do I train to prevent injuries, if I want to get back into playing basketball pushing 40? (1:08:53)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How can I best implement mobility work into a client's session to make it engaging for them, and want to keep practicing/improving in the long run? (1:22:13)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - What is the best way to incorporate auxiliary exercises (such as sled work, and mace bells/Indian clubs) into MAPS programs? (1:37:38)

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1818: The Best Rear Delt Building Exercises, the Relationship Between Strength & Muscle Growth, the Truth About the Carnivore Diet & More 0
May 20, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the best position to perform isometrics, the best rear delt workouts, gaining strength to gain muscle, and their opinion on the carnivore diet if someone is doing it for lifestyle purposes and not weight loss.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Sports, they’re NOT good for you. It’s not a healthy way to get fit. (2:46)
  • The perfect recipe for a great pump! (15:47)
  • Seed is great for adults and kids! (18:40)
  • It’s the gopher apocalypse over at the Andrew’s household. (26:06)
  • It’s spider season y’all! (30:37)
  • Bunny rabbits are pets, right?! (32:27)
  • Mind Pump Recommends, ‘Our Father’ on Netflix. (33:14)
  • Sal is a fan of the AirPod Max headphones. (41:54)
  • PRx now has a dumbbell wall mount! (43:05)
  • Mind Pump Investments: The pandemic stocks taking a beating and the future for the real estate market. (44:47)
  • Anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) could increase chronic pain risk, a study suggests. (47:42)
  • #Quah question #1 - When training isometrics, should you do them from the stretched position where you’re weaker or the mid-position where you’re stronger? (52:37)
  • #Quah question #2 - What are the best rear delt workouts? (57:36)
  • #Quah question #3 - You guys talk about gaining strength to gain muscle, but how do you know if you’re too weak? (1:01:52)
  • #Quah question #4 - What is your opinion on the carnivore diet if someone is doing it for lifestyle purposes and not weight loss? (1:07:19)

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1817: Cameron Hanes- All Things Hunting 0
May 19, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with renowned hunter Cameron Hanes.

  • Is there a certain type of person attracted to bowhunting? (1:44)
  • His purist mentally towards his hunts. (4:04)
  • Is bowhunting more merciful than a bullet? (7:08)
  • Why bowhunting is a rep-related endeavor. (10:41)
  • Hunting doesn’t care who you are. (16:00)
  • How did he become known for bowhunting? (18:46)
  • Is hunting gaining popularity? (23:23)
  • The role hunters play in conservation. (25:33)
  • The misconceptions that critics have about hunters. (27:30)
  • How no medicine can beat exercise. (31:32)
  • Why there is a difference between scary and dangerous hunts. (32:48)
  • His most memorable kill. (38:35)
  • Do the hunts feel more meaningful on sacred ground? (40:03)
  • How running and hunting built his confidence. (43:49)
  • Cameron explains the difficulty of hauling back his kills. (46:16)
  • What has been his hardest haul? (49:33)
  • In his opinion, what is the best and worst-tasting meat? (52:09)
  • Everything is tougher in Africa. (55:28)
  • Where is a good place to start for a new hunter? (58:21)
  • Breaking down Hollywood actors’ techniques. (1:00:48)
  • Why you want to be as good on the 10th day, as on the 1st day. (1:02:55)
  • Has hunting made him a better father? (1:04:36)
  • How he uses his attention to educate. (1:07:20)
  • There is a David, and there is a Goggins. (1:08:47)
  • Hunting with Luke Bryan. (1:11:24)
  • Building lifelong relationships through hunting. (1:12:31)

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1816: Why Cardio Is an Inferior Way to Burn Fat, How to Prep for a Bikini Competition, Ways to Tell if You Have an Exercise Addiction & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
May 18, 2022

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: When all things are considered, generally speaking, free weights are SUPERIOR to machines. (2:37)
  • The ultimate performance hack is brought to you by Organifi. (16:36)
  • Painting the picture of how the average person views weight training. (18:32)
  • Beware of leg kicks! (33:02)
  • How you are an average of the five friends you spend the most time with. (38:18)
  • When the market speaks, policies change! (41:38)
  • Get your FREE business assessment with NCI! (43:56)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - What’s the point of doing cardio at all, especially when it comes to losing weight? (45:51)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - What are some red flags to look for in a bodybuilding coach? (57:17)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - As an ultra-endurance athlete, what recommendations do you have for programming after completing MAPS Symmetry? (1:12:24)

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1815: Improving Fat Loss, Muscle Gain and Fitness With Continuous Glucose Monitors 0
May 16, 2022

In this episode Sal & Justin speak with Kara Collier and Dan Zavorotny of Nutrisense about how continuous glucose monitors work and how they function as a tool to improve health & fitness through personalized real-time data and individualized nutritional coaching.

  • What are continuous glucose monitors (CGM) and what are their values? (1:47)
  • Driving meaningful behavior changes through CGMs. (5:16)
  • How the numbers are a reflection of your current health. (6:41)
  • Why it’s more important to capture yellow flags and early warning signs than to wait until you have gotten to a disease state. (9:14)
  • When glucose rises, insulin usually follows. (11:36)
  • Why you don’t realize that mind-body connection until you have the data to back it up. (14:30)
  • Identifying how different we truly are. (18:01)
  • Insulin, the boy who cries wolf. (23:42)
  • The most important form of exercise to combat increased levels of glucose and insulin. (24:59)
  • Why are prescriptions required for CGMs? (27:34)
  • Why having the hardware, software, and a registered dietician has been the playmaker for NutriSense. (31:19)
  • How they use the data to coach their clients. (32:25)
  • The 4 variables you want to sink through when having a response to certain foods. (34:06)
  • The importance in implementing stress management tools and how the CGM can bring awareness. (37:23)
  • Are there supplements that mitigate higher glucose levels? (40:22)
  • Why she recommends eating 2-3 meals a day for the average person. (43:40)
  • The impact CGMs have on weight loss. (45:04)
  • How their device helps with the flexibility of tracking. (49:55)
  • Why with nutrition individual variance MATTERS! (54:13)
  • Have they seen customers/clients sticking around after the 2 weeks? (58:49)
  • Understanding how to eat through CGMs. (1:02:17)

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1814: The Best Way to Train When Cutting, How to Kickstart Leg Growth, Ways to Overcome Back Pain & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
May 14, 2022

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: One of the BEST exercises for full, round delts is the Z-Press! (2:29)
  • Mind Pump’s breakfast staples. (11:24)
  • Caffeine is a gnarly drug! (17:32)
  • Mind Pump Investments: The tumbling Stock Market and Coinbase plummeting. (21:00)
  • The tragedy surrounding the baby formula shortage. (23:04)
  • If you lead a healthy life, it’s less expensive. (26:24)
  • AirPods are a hell of a product! (27:58)
  • A new study reveals why teenagers tune out their parents’ voices. (31:18)
  • Subscribe to Mind Pump Clips on YouTube! (35:34)
  • Nike blasts StockX for selling counterfeit shoes. (36:35)
  • How your bowel movements tell the story of your health. (39:20)
  • The many benefits of alpha-lipoic acid on your body's cells. (44:39)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Should I be aiming for progressive overload while I’m in a calorie deficit? (49:19)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Do you have any advice on how to get my leg strength and mass to catch up to my upper body? (1:00:11)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Where should I start in fixing my squat so I'm pain-free? (1:13:05)

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1813: The Best Tricep Building Exercises, How to Pack on Muscle With Farmer Carries, Ways to Activate Your Quads When Squatting & More 0
May 13, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the best tricep exercises, adding heavy dumbbell farmer carries to pack on muscle, the best way to get your quads engaged if you’re having a hard time feeling them when back squatting, and the truth about studies showing you need way less volume to maintain muscle and strength than to build it.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here’s an easy way to increase the effectiveness of your workout. PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN! Stay focused on what you’re doing. (2:21)
  • Mind Pump East needs an upgrade. (5:07)
  • Sal’s Mother’s Day blunder. (7:23)
  • Adam’s worst rim job of all time. (11:20)
  • Organifi’s new Crisp Apple Green Juice is CRUSHING! (17:18)
  • The guy’s first take on the new Avatar trailer. (24:44)
  • Should a 6-year-old be running a marathon? (26:25)
  • If you don’t use it, you lose it. (32:20)
  • The latest statistics on the amount of sex young adults are NOT having. (40:44)
  • Butcher Box has great products and is a GREAT place to work! (52:17)
  • #Quah question #1 - What are the best tricep exercises? (59:40)
  • #Quah question #2 - Will adding heavy dumbbell farmer carries to the end of a full-body workout make sense as a finisher? I’m a new lifter looking to pack on muscle. (1:04:22)
  • #Quah question #3 - What is the best way to get your quads engaged if you’re having a hard time feeling them when back squatting? (1:08:22)
  • #Quah question #4 - Can you shed some light on the truth about studies showing you need way less volume to maintain muscle and strength than to build it? (1:11:07)

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1812: Fatherhood With Ben Greenfield 0
May 12, 2022

1812:  Fatherhood With Ben Greenfield

  • Has he noticed any parallels in his sons’ personalities or interests to his own? (2:21)
  • Having those interesting, yet important, discussions with your teenage children. (6:17)
  • The challenges of unschooling. (8:54)
  • Building non-privileged children through the Greenfield Family Playbook. (27:29)
  • Going through the rite of passage from boyhood to manhood. (35:45)
  • Why Ben and his wife preach conscious-based parenting. (39:42)
  • How has he addressed pornography with his children? (43:27)
  • Navigating and being the example of being a good man/father. (48:27)
  • Why Ben is writing a parenting book. (53:00)
  • The impact breathwork has been on his children. (57:08)
  • The important habits/practices he has built into his son’s daily lives. (58:37)
  • What worries him about future technologies? (1:03:34)
  • Choose happiness and love. (1:10:49)
  • Does he find his passion for fatherhood growing? (1:16:06)

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1811: Signs You Are Overtraining, Avoiding Weight Gain When Scaling Back Training, Ways to Maintain Fitness As a New Parent & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
May 11, 2022

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: The THREE most important components of getting a GOOD PUMP: WATER, SALT, and CARBS. (2:51)
  • Body by cheese! (6:24)
  • The guy's favorite and least favorite classes in high school. (9:15)
  • Making the case that the student loan system should be market-based. (16:16)
  • Rambo couldn’t save her. (20:40)
  • Dad life updates with the guys: Going out to dinner with children, manifesting good traits into your child, and showing love. (23:25)
  • The benefits of collagen protein if you lift heavy. (29:36)
  • Scientists claim to have learned the secret to successful flirting. (35:24)
  • The value in taking NED’s hemp oil before your next mobility session. (42:18)
  • Big Pharma is taking over your TV. (47:42)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Any suggestions on workouts or a MAPS program that would be best while distressing? (51:11)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Could overtraining be the main cause of not regaining lean body mass and progressing in my workouts? (1:00:14)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How should I program my workouts to maintain my gains post-baby? (1:10:59)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - What can I do to compensate for gaining body fat, for my less demanding job? (1:21:43)

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1810: Why Most Trainers Are Broke 0
May 9, 2022
  • Why is there a HUGE demand and a LOW supply of quality trainers? (2:52)
  • Seven reasons why most trainers are broke. 
  • #1 – They suck! (8:24)
  • #2 – Leads vs. sales. (20:37)
    • Not willing to work for FREE! (28:22)
  • #3 - Retention vs. acquisition. (34:23)
  • #4 - Lifetime customer value. (38:18)
  • #5 - Solopreneur vs. entrepreneur. (44:15)
  • #6 - Transactions vs. system. (50:50)
  • #7 - Lack of patience. (56:14)

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1809: How to Breathe When Lifting, the Key Ingredients of an Effective Workout, Ways to Avoid Neck Pain When Pressing & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
May 7, 2022

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: One of the best ways to get your body to start progressing again is to change your workouts. Change the TEMPO, and you change the workout. (2:16)
  • Don’t bring a knife to a gunfight. (14:07)
  • Sal’s wife is a champion! (22:32)
  • Have you heard of ‘hole in one’ insurance?! (26:33)
  • How kids keep raising the bar of dumb challenges. (31:31)
  • The benefits of red-light therapy and hair loss. (39:21)
  • How Adam has been taking the Red Juice from Organifi to mitigate his symptoms of going off caffeine. (46:37)
  • Fun Facts with Justin: The fastest animal on the planet and hyena's faux penis. (50:50)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - What approach should I have to release the neck tightness when doing presses? (56:48)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Is it ok for your shoulders to click on lateral raises? (1:06:09)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Is there a proper breathing technique when lifting heavy? (1:13:14)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - What are the best metrics to use when evaluating the effectiveness of a given program and how you're engaging with that program? (1:23:22)

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1808: How to Build Bigger Arms, the Truth About Muscle Confusion, the Correct Way to Train to Failure & More 0
May 6, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about growing stubborn biceps, whether changing phases is effective because of “muscle confusion,” if it is ok to train to failure if only focusing on a muscle group once a week, and whether bodybuilding is healthy.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here’s a simple tip that will get you leaner and healthier. EAT PROTEIN FIRST! (2:29)
  • Crypto ads are EVERYWHERE! (9:18)
  • People are the currency. (13:21)
  • Why the Supreme Court leak is very scary. (17:28)
  • Should there be warning labels on sugary drinks? (23:44)
  • Caldera Labs is clinically proven to work on ALL skin types! (31:51)
  • Dad life updates with Adam, Justin, and Sal. (38:26)
  • Vuori is your Mother’s Day one-stop shop. (41:42)
  • Will movie theaters ever go away? (45:54)
  • #Quah question #1 - Incredibly stubborn bicep and tricep growth despite all other muscle groups improving. Should I target volume or intensity, and are giant sets counterproductive or overworking? (58:42)
  • #Quah question #2 - Does the effectiveness of changing phases for hypotrophy say anything about the truth behind “muscle confusion?” (1:07:10)
  • #Quah question #3 - Is it ok to train to failure if I’m only focusing on a muscle group once a week? (1:15:08)
  • #Quah question #4 - Is bodybuilding healthy? (1:21:10)

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1807: Why All Moms Deserve Time for Self-Care 0
May 5, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss the value of mothers and the need for them to prioritize taking time to care of themselves.

  • What drives moms to hire personal trainers more than any other demographic? (2:14)
  • You can’t pour from an empty cup. (5:50)
  • The value of working out to increase productivity. (8:16)
  • Learning from example. (12:17)
  • The importance of taking time for yourself. (17:03)
  • The #1 hurdle for this type of client. (19:37)
  • How you can workout in a way that actually energizes you! (23:37)
  • Strength feels attractive! (29:33)
  • The health benefits of resistance training in speeding up your metabolism. (30:34)
  • Train smarter, NOT harder. (31:57)
  • Being the example for your kids. (33:59)
  • The value in spending money for time. (37:06)
  • The top 2 tips for workout efficiency in terms of results in the gym. (40:23)
  • Why there is a hierarchy in exercise selection and programming. (42:57)
  • Don’t be afraid to break up your workouts. (44:45)
  • General, easy rules for strength training. (47:36)

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1806: The Best Way to Work Out Without Equipment, All-Day Workouts For Accelerated Muscle Gain, How to Determine How Fast Your Metabolism Is & More 0
May 4, 2022

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: When it comes to resistance training, it is a SKILL. The MOST important factors with resistance training are FORM, TECHNIQUE, and CONTROL. (2:43)
  • Becoming aware and dealing with your impulses. (13:02)
  • The good, the bad, and the ugly in Salt Lake City. (21:00)
  • Have women been shaming men since the beginning of time? (30:02)
  • Stunning statistics of Americans’ view on cremation. (37:08)
  • Busting the myths around the popular narratives surrounding millionaires and billionaires. (40:54)
  • Public Goods, a hedge to protect yourself from inflation. (50:23)
  • The changing trends in people returning to the gym. (52:44)
  • If you’re feeling anxious, put on blue-blocking glasses! (58:30)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Is weight lifting hurting my progress in break dancing? (1:00:19)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Any suggestions to maintain muscle when working in a remote location with limited equipment? (1:13:01)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 – Am I wasting my time by breaking up my workouts, being a shift-worker, and not wanting to impact my sleep? (1:21:23)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - How do I determine my caloric intake based on my activity level? (1:32:54)

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1805: The Importance of Spiritual Health With Rabbi David Wolpe 0
May 2, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Rabbi David Wolpe about the importance of spiritual health in these challenging times.

  • A little background on Rabbi David Wolpe. (2:11)
  • Is religion still important in modern times? (3:25)
  • Why all good impulses need good institutions and organizations to keep them going. (4:58)
  • Is a spiritual practice essential for health? (7:30)
  • When has his faith been tested the most? (9:59)
  • The two key reasons why people suffer. (11:30)
  • Why evolution is a mixed bag. (14:36)
  • The dangers of moral altruism. (17:58)
  • The consequences of easy access to pornography. (21:15)
  • Why more knowledge isn't necessarily solving things. (25:39)
  • What concerns him the most in the social landscape? (28:16)
  • How we have forgotten to forgive. (30:05)
  • What is the most popular book he has written, and why? (33:22)
  • When did he decide to become a Rabbi? (34:16)
  • His thoughts on the problems in higher education. (35:30)
  • Why is it popular to be anti-Israel? (37:36)
  • Does science need religion? (39:40)
  • Why what someone writes on the page isn’t necessarily the life that they lead. (42:51)
  • Are we made to worship? (46:13)
  • Why we have to coexist in this world. (48:23)
  • The overall impact of the pandemic on the church or synagogue. (51:15)
  • How does he counsel couples through marital problems? (56:33)
  • What has his interest right now? (57:50)
  • His advice for a better life. (59:12)
  • Keep searching for meaning! (1:00:49)

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1804: Explosive Exercises for Muscle Growth & Fat Loss, the Impact of Short-Term Caloric Restriction on the Metabolism, the Pros & Cons of Eating Carbs & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Apr 30, 2022

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Whether your goal is to cut or bulk, you should train to BUILD MUSCLE. (3:23)
  • The value of having levity in a situation. (14:52)
  • What is the best temperature for sleep? (22:05)
  • The oldest person in the world passed away at 119! (26:07)
  • Framing the average workweek. (34:54)
  • Mind Pump Recommends, White Hot: The Rise and Fall of Abercombie & Fitch on Netflix. (40:19)
  • Why the guys think a ‘disinformation governance board’ is a terrible idea, inconsistency from the left and the right, and why voting should be hard.  (48:51)
  • Why Justin is a BIG whey protein guy now. (59:01)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Do you feel anabolic cardio or explosive exercises produce a muscle-building signal similar to or less than weight training? (1:04:54)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Is it detrimental to make a drastic drop in calories below maintenance in order to maintain long-term weight loss? (1:18:53)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Is it better to add weight to the bar or make it feel heavy by slowing down the reps and focusing on the squeeze of the muscle? (1:33:56)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Where do carbs fit into your diet? (1:41:45)

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1803: The Truth About Chiropractors, How Training Should Change After Age 45, the Detrimental Effect of Pain Killers on Muscle Growth & More 0
Apr 29, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about how often one should see a chiropractor, the benefits of using calorie cycling, what their workouts will look like at age 45, and if taking painkillers before or after lifting inhibits muscle growth.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: One of the easiest and best ways to know that you are doing the right kind of training, eating the best diet, and living the best lifestyle is if you are getting STRONGER. (3:43)
  • How conversations with friends have changed since becoming fathers. (8:28)
  • Awkward moments with your children. (11:57)
  • Sal recaps his recent business trip to LA. (17:22)
  • The guys discuss how our media covers high-profile trials. (26:13)
  • Elon wins! (30:00)
  • The guys provide a follow-up on their minerals & metals test from equi.life. (44:51)
  • Why being deficient in vitamin D is not good. (49:25)
  • The issue Mind Pump has with people taking things out of context on social media. (51:55)
  • Organifi crushes in the flavor department! (58:35)
  • #Quah question #1 - How often should you see a chiropractor? (1:00:20)
  • #Quah question #2 - Other than reducing the risks of metabolic adaptation, what are the positives of using calorie cycling over the same caloric intake? (1:09:57)
  • #Quah question #3 - What would your routine go-to workouts look like at age 45? (1:16:29)
  • #Quah question #4 - Can taking painkillers before or after lifting inhibit muscle growth? (1:26:00)

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1802: Seven Surprising Benefits of Exercise 0
Apr 28, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss seven benefits of exercise that are often overlooked.

  • Seven Surprising Benefits of Exercise. (1:46)
  • #1 – Decreases cognitive decline. (2:12)
  • #2 – Improves your relationship with pain. (12:40)
  • #3 – Makes you happier. (21:22)
  • #4 – Slows down your biological clock. (28:53)
  • #5 – Helps you recover from major illnesses. (33:37)
  • #6 – Improves your sex life. (36:43)
  • #7 – Teaches you acceptance. (44:43)

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1801: The Best Way to Work Out With No Equipment, How to Transition From Endurance to Strength Training, Adjusting Workouts When Starting TRT & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Apr 27, 2022

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: How you can lose weight, and your body fat percentage can go up! (4:02)
  • Cannabis and working out. (17:32)
  • Fun updates and the latest growth phases of the Mind Pump kids. (25:40)
  • Congratulations to the Di Stefano family! (33:51)
  • The effects of inflation on the global food supply. (39:17)
  • The staggering amount of equity people are pulling out of their homes. (44:03)
  • Scientists demonstrate a new mechanism by which amino acids curb appetite. (45:24)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - What is the best way to optimize my workouts and diet when starting TRT? (49:31)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - What is the best routine to recondition my body for a military test? (1:07:16)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - What is the best way to workout with no equipment? (1:16:38)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Any advice on transitioning my mindset from endurance to strength training? (1:22:32)

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1800: How to Set Your Day Up for Success 0
Apr 25, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss the importance of routines to provide structure and a higher probability of success to each day.

  • Why your morning routine may be working against you. (1:43)
  • Is there a hierarchy of morning routines? (3:30)
  • The BIG myths surrounding routines. (6:07)
  • The Mind Pump hacks that make their morning routines quick and effortless. (7:24)
  • The magic of building a sleep routine. (21:41)
  • The value of having a food routine. (40:34)
  • The importance of setting the intention for your workout plan. (50:26)
  • Why you don’t want to marry your routine. (58:52)

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1799: How to Get Visible Abs Even With Higher Body Fat, Ways to Increase Protein Consumption, Why Weight Loss Can Result In Increased Body Fat & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Apr 23, 2022

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: When it comes to fitness and all the commonly accepted methods of training your body, they actually all work. But nothing works forever. (3:57)
  • The guys recap their Easter Sunday with their families. (11:49)
  • Muscle activations studies and their flaws. (25:46)
  • A good lesson in checking your ego. (32:22)
  • How Justin is showing what’s possible to his student-athletes. (34:46)
  • Mind Pump’s first take on Organifi’s new ‘Green Juice’ flavor. (38:25)
  • The guys discuss Bill Maher letting his hair down on his recent appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience. (41:20)
  • Mind Pump Recommends, Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty on HBO Max. (44:20)
  • The effectiveness of binaural beats and music on the brain. (50:08)
  • Police officer’s clever way to avoid people uploading videos on them. (55:00)
  • Disney is not reading the crowd well. (56:04)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - How would you match a diet for each type of training season? (58:48)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Do you have any tips on how to improve protein intake? (1:11:23)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How can I get more visible abs at a higher body fat percentage? (1:26:46)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Why am I not seeing weight loss results when I am in a calorie deficit, running 10K a day, and working out 5-6 days a week? (1:34:08)

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1798: Weighted Dips vs. Bench Press for Chest Development, the Dangers of Diet Soda, Training & Diet Best Practices for Maximizing TRT Benefits & More 0
Apr 22, 2022

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about how weighted dips compared to the bench press, whether drinking diet soda is really so unhealthy, the best diet, sleep and workout practices when starting TRT to maximize response, and how social media has changed the health and fitness space for better or worse.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: All exercises have value! The key is in how you apply them. (3:40)
  • The value of isometrics for building muscle and strength. (9:45)
  • A high school football training update with Justin Andrews: How the kids are beginning to see transformations, building the foundation, and leader boards. (12:17)
  • The health benefits of whey protein. (17:03)
  • The psychology behind the value of sports. (19:45)
  • How your grip strength is a HUGE indicator of good health. (24:54)
  • What is it about Elon Musk that people don’t like? (28:43)
  • Melatonin’s strong effect on growth hormone. (35:01)
  • When a self-driving car gets pulled over by the police. (38:59)
  • How Justin has been using weed-whacking as a meditative practice. (42:01)
  • #Quah question #1 - How do weighted dips compare to the bench press? (46:58)
  • #Quah question #2 - Is drinking diet soda really so bad for you? (51:55)
  • #Quah question #3 - When starting TRT, what are the best practices to maximize response? Diet, sleep, workout, etc.? (59:02)
  • #Quah question #4 - How has social media changed the health and fitness space? For the better or for worse? (1:04:55)

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1797: The 5 Step Strategy to Defeat Cravings 0
Apr 21, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover five steps that help eliminate food cravings.

  • Why there is so much more to food than being robotic about it. (2:22)
  • How language shapes the way you feel about certain things. (4:14)
  • Label the feeling and master the action. (6:02)
  • Change the relationship you have with the craving. (13:58)
  • The 5 Step Strategy to Defeat Cravings. 
  • #1 – Become aware. (16:25)
  • #2 – Create space between the feeling and the impulse. (25:13)
  • #3 – Eat in ways that lower cravings. (31:25)
  • #4 – Drink a lot of water. (38:06)
  • #5 – Practice fasting. (41:22)

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1796: How to Stay in Shape When You Travel, Strength Training for the Endurance Athlete, How to Properly Prepare the Body to Lift Heavy & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Apr 20, 2022

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Ladies, don’t be afraid to go on a bulk. Most of the time, it’s exactly what you need to do to get the body you want. (4:05)
  • New product alert from Paleo Valley! (9:30)
  • Justin rids his house of the ‘demon’ relic and inflation woes. (12:18)
  • Another case for the benefits of donating blood. (16:25)
  • Cool Science News with Sal: California start-up sends tiny robots on a voyage into brains. (20:03)
  • Mind Pump Recommends: Raised by Wolves on Netflix.  (21:25)
  • The importance of knowing when to increase volume and when to back down. (24:38)
  • A high school football update with Justin: Hosting a lift-athon for the kids, programming updates, and lessons he is learning about himself. (28:08)
  • Tech billionaires rally around nuclear as the energy crisis looms. (33:36)
  • Mark Zuckerberg spends how much on security?! (36:06)
  • Mind Pump joining TikTok, debating short vs. long-form video, and being a visual vs. audio learner. (41:58)
  • Sal’s favorite new shirt from Vuori. (53:38)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 – Any insight on the best way to stay in shape while traveling? (55:17)
  • #ListenerLive question #2- What program would you recommend to complement my marathon training? (1:05:45)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 – Any suggestions on how you would approach programming for a client with postural deviations? (1:17:19)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 – What is the best way to train to pass a military test? (1:26:38)

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