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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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2256: When Fasting is Unhealthy, The Effects of Testosterone Therapy on the Female Sex Drive, Eating Sushi & the Risk of Getting a Parasite & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jan 24, 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 #1 thing that will cause the BIGGEST positive impact on your health, fat loss, and muscle gain is SLEEP! (2:51)

  • How sports are the greatest example of evolution. (16:13)

  • The crazy evolution of TVs. (20:02)

  • The benefits of raw vs. traditional milk. (24:43)

  • ‘Dark’ milk. (28:53)

  • Fun Facts with Justin: The real-life Popeye. (36:21)

  • Constructing your favorite childhood sandwich. (39:25)

  • Singing risqué lyrics with your son. (42:35)

  • Adam’s “dad-win” with his son. (46:18)

  • An alternate male contraceptive to a vasectomy. (48:47)

  • Hulk Hogan gets baptized. (55:53)

  • Shout out to Father Steve Grunow. (57:07)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Any advice or experience working with post-op hip replacement surgery clients, getting stronger in different ways while healing, and taking into consideration post-menopause? (58:32)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Are all the benefits I am feeling a direct result of the testosterone or is there a chicken and the egg thing going on? (1:17:36)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - For a 113 lb. female who does not get satiated from protein and fiber and is trying to solve digestive issues, what the hell am I supposed to eat? (1:35:51)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – Am I able to reverse the damage to my metabolism from extreme intermittent fasting? (1:45:31)

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2255: The Smart Way to Improve Speed, Power, & Performance With Brian Kula 0
Jan 22, 2024

  • The difference between how he applies or approaches training his athletes vs. how other athletes try to improve speed, power, and performance. (2:39)

  • It’s a family business! His background in the training space. (4:52)

  • The components that contribute to speed and how you train for it. (6:47)

  • Fatigue is the enemy. (8:19)

  • “If there’s a PR done in practice, you’re done with that session immediately.” (11:08)

  • Getting the client to adapt to the philosophy. (15:49)

  • The power of the central nervous system. (18:26)

  • How a warmup looks for one of his athletes. (21:21)

  • How the assessment process changes with various levels of athlete. (26:00)

  • Sleep is the #1 supplement. (28:10)

  • The fine line between using technology and simply kicking ass. (32:00)

  • Building upon the foundation built over years of experience and great mentors. (35:03)

  • The influence of various sports methods on how he programs. (37:18)

  • The three most important exercises for football players. (39:20)

  • The concept of ‘slack and contract’. (46:52)

  • The big rocks to aim for when it comes to diet and nutrition. (50:08)

  • What makes Christian McCaffrey so special? (52:44)

  • The level of difference between high school, college, and professional athletes. (55:02)

  • The mental attributes of top athletes that separate them. (59:25)

  • Does he get more joy from training younger or pro athletes? (1:01:20)

  • The work that goes into training a pro athlete. (1:02:57)

  • “If you choose to do something, there is inherent risk in all of them.” (1:05:54)

  • Top supplements for his athletes. (1:09:59)

  • His favorite recovery tools. (1:11:57)

  • How does he currently train? (1:13:12)

  • Scaling his business to a mainstream audience. (1:16:15)

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2254: The Risks of Eating Too Much Protein, How to Track Calories Burned from Exercise, Troubleshooting Slow Recovery from Minor Injuries & MORE 0
Jan 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: The very act of being healthy or pursuing health is REBELLION! Welcome to the war! (2:12)

  • Politicians are ugly actors. (18:05)

  • Potty-training experiences. (24:34)

  • Wrestling with manufacturing adversity with your kids. (30:52)

  • The Spiderpillar and living the vagabond lifestyle. (41:43)

  • Insulin resistance and its connection to blood viscosity. (51:26)

  • Bringing the guys back to their passion for training trainers. (54:01)

  • ‘Red Juice’ to the rescue! (57:35)

  • Shout out to How to Do the Work, a book by Dr. Nicole LePera. (1:01:35)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Is there such a thing as too much protein that I intake during the day? (1:02:58)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - I have pain in my shoulder. Is this something that I can fix myself, or is this something I should see a chiropractor and/or physical therapist for? As I’m working on this, how do I find the right balance between fixing the underlying issue and continuing to strength train? (1:13:03)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Do I need to “eat back” those burned calories to hit the 2700 goal on my lifting days? (1:29:27)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Why does my body not recover as well as it should from minor injuries? (1:40:06)

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2253: Trap Bar Vs. Conventional Deadlifts, Spider Curls Vs. Preacher Curls, Early Signs of Overtraining & More 0
Jan 19, 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: Use strength training to combat the negative effects of getting older. (2:37)

  • A young boy’s energy holds NO bounds. (19:02)

  • Losing sleep over releasing ChatGPT into the world. (32:59)

  • Are streaming services being primed for disruption? (34:53)

  • What’s Mind Pump watching? (40:50)

  • Fun Facts with Justin: Night vision goggles. (48:48)

  • Using peptides with Caldera for skin health. (50:20)

  • The power that your diet has on your mental health. (55:56)

  • Shout out to The Pursuit of Wellness Podcast: Ep. 64 – How to Lose Weight, Gain Muscle & Feel Your Best w/ Sal Di Stefano of Mind Pump. (59:27)

  • #Quah question #1 - What is the difference between a trap bar for deadlifts and a straight bar? I was listening to Rogan, and he said they are safer. Should I be using a trap bar? (1:00:23)

  • #Quah question #2 - What are the pros/cons of (barbell) spider curls vs. (barbell) preacher curls? I feel more from spider curls with a straight bar. (1:05:52)

  • #Quah question #3 - Is it possible to over-prime before a workout? Should I consider sets of priming movements “working sets” for any particular body part? (1:08:53)

  • #Quah question #4 - What are some early signs of overtraining or too much weekly intensity? (1:12:17)

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2252: Mind Pump Fitness Coaching Course 0
Jan 18, 2024

Introducing the Mind Pump Fitness Coaching course!

  • Introducing the Mind Pump Fitness Coaching course! Why did we do this and why did we wait so long? (3:53)

  • Moving the needle to build successful personal trainers. (14:20)

  • Why is this profession so unique? (17:09)

  • Who this course ISN’T for. (23:15)

  • Mind Pump’s BIG goal. (27:14)

  • The Personal Trainer Tao. (28:28)

  • Ten Modules of Information.

  • #1 - Training people in different arenas. (29:37)

  • #2 - Working with different client demographics. (38:21)

  • #3 – Tackling imposter syndrome. (41:48)

  • #4 - How to get educated. (45:28)

  • #5 - Marketing & lead generation. (47:19)

  • #6 - Sales, closing & retention. (54:22)

  • #7 - How to do and use assessments to get clients and sell big packages. (57:46)

  • #8 - Workout programming. (1:03:33)

  • #9 - Diet, things that work & things that don’t. (1:03:48)

  • #10 - Trainer hacks. (1:06:08)

  • What bonuses are included in the launch? (1:06:43)

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2251: Ways to Fix Back Pain, How to Train When Working the Night Shift, the Advantages of Three Day Per Week Full-Body Workouts & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jan 17, 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: Ladies, if you want to lose weight TRAIN and EAT like a BODYBUILDER! (2:51)

  • How fitness is an amazing vehicle for growth! (12:16)

  • Weird News with Sal: Jewish tunnels. (22:41)

  • Kat Williams unleashed, and the future of influence. (28:04)

  • Such a teenage boy thing to do. (35:48)

  • The feud between the billionaires: Elon vs. Cuban. (42:00)

  • Butcher Box’s BIGGEST giveaway! (46:00)

  • You can only leverage up to so much. (49:11)

  • A new drug that could extend dogs’ lives! (52:26)

  • You FEEL Ned. (55:34)

  • Dihexa GLP-1 puts all the other nootropics to shame! (57:43)

  • Shout out to Brian Kula. (1:06:00)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Is there a universe where I can continue intense fitness, while also healing my back and continuing to strength train? (1:08:28)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - What are your thoughts on Bi-Phasic sleep? How can I maximize it to still be able to build muscle, burn fat, and reach any goals I may have? (1:25:20)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Can you help me better understand the ratios in MAPS Anabolic and MAPS Performance to build trust in the programs? (1:39:23)

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2250: How Eating More Can Make You Leaner (& How Eating Less Can Make You Fatter) 0
Jan 15, 2024

  • The guy’s first experiences with the law of thermodynamics. (1:41)

  • Defining the law of thermodynamics and how your metabolism is adaptive. (7:58)

  • Highlighting how difficult this can be even with TRAINERS. (21:28)

  • Signals to teach your body (and what not to) to get leaner and burn more calories. 

  • #1 – Strength train and eat a high-protein diet. (25:01)

  • #2 - Building muscle requires fuel and tells the body it’s safe to burn more. (27:50)

  • #3 - Eating too little tells the body to slow down (pairs muscle down). (30:28)

  • #4 - Eating too little reduces anabolic hormones and raises catabolic hormones. (31:15)

  • Communicating this message to a client. (35:40)

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2249: What to Do if You Are Feeling Burnt Out From Exercise, the Truth About Becoming “Muscle Bound,” Secrets From Old Time Lifters & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jan 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: Strength is a SKILL! (2:02)

  • New product alert from Legion! Improving the pump/endurance without the jitters. (14:14)

  • Mind Pump Recommends, The Creator on Apple+. (24:39)

  • Mind Pump Recommends, Bitconned on Netflix. (29:00)

  • Shout out to John Dorsey. (32:21)

  • Weird news with Sal: Miami aliens. (36:30)

  • Conspiracy Corner with Mind Pump: Epstein list. (48:50)

  • Kat Williams goes off! (54:10)

  • The shilajit gummies from Organifi are a HIT! (55:36)

  • Sal is staying authentic with the audience. (57:47)

  • Shout out to Mind Pump’s 3-Day Trainer Series! (1:03:40)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Does a robust strength training practice eventually lead to a reduction in flexibility, absent any mobility training like stretching or yoga? (1:04:49)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Any guidance on what I can do to improve my physique? (1:17:54)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How can I start to modify MAPS Programs to compliment my job/lifestyle rather than wearing me out before work 3-4 times a week? (1:25:31)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Would you recommend surgery if I have a full distal tear of my right rotator cuff? (1:33:02)

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2248: The Truth About High Intensity Training, the Benefits of the Meat & Fruit Diet, the Best Time to Drink Water & More 0
Jan 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: Get the type of body you want for overall health in the new year. (1:50)

  • The psychology of exhaustion. (25:25)

  • A losing business strategy vs. brilliant publicity stunt. (28:32)

  • Comedy gold. (31:52)

  • Why does a company have to be everything? (35:13)

  • How the MLM model is distasteful. (37:50)

  • Beating Tetris. (49:29)

  • Billionaire bunkers. (51:08)

  • The importance and value of sodium for health-conscious individuals. (57:21)

  • Shout out to Mind Pump’s 3-Day Trainer Series! (59:08)

  • #Quah question #1 - In Episode 2239, you discussed the timing of Protein consumption. Do the same principles apply to water hydration? I typically hit my water intake goals by consuming half a gallon before noon. Is that adequate for hydration if I’m only drinking a few cups for the rest of the day? (59:48)

  • #Quah question #2 - Is there much evidence for the benefits of the meat and fruit diet? Especially now considering the new research on max protein utilization. Have any of you guys ever tried it? (1:04:51)

  • #Quah question #3 - For people just getting started like myself, what makes MAPS so effective? How do we understand when to change it up? I’d like to know the science of why it works. (1:09:11)

  • #Quah question #4 - What's your guy's opinion on high-intensity training like how Mike Mentzer preached and then how Dorian Yates perfected it? (1:16:22)

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2247: Can You Look Like a Bodybuilder Without Taking Steroids? 0
Jan 11, 2024

  • Bodybuilders are genetic anomalies. (1:15)

  • The best examples of achievable ‘bodybuilder’ physiques. (2:49)

  • The evolutionary theory behind the attractiveness of a ‘bodybuilding’ physique. (4:07)

  • Can You Look Like a Bodybuilder Without Taking Steroids? (10:56)

  • Five Things to Focus On:

  • #1 – CONSISTENCY. (11:11)

  • #2 - Progressive overload (when appropriate). (16:12)

  • #3 – Strength. (22:22)

  • #4 - The pump. (25:11)

  • #5 - Balanced training. (28:55)

  • The ultimate pathway to build the perfect physique. (31:43)

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2246: How to Lose Body Fat Without Cutting Calories, Symptoms of Low Testosterone, Tips to Maintain Strength When Losing Weight & More 0
Jan 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: The MOST effective thing you can do to get in shape is to hire a good trainer or coach. (2:21)

  • Will A.I. solve everything in our lifetime? (22:06)

  • Do cannabis users have higher heavy metals in their bodies? (29:45)

  • Generational differences. (33:36)

  • What makes a movie a sci-fi movie? (40:44)

  • Repopulating your gut, the RIGHT way, with Seed. (44:44)

  • Shout out to Mind Pump’s 3-Day Trainer Series! (46:47)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Could you provide guidance on an appropriate diet for my goals of fat loss, muscle building, and strength for someone with a busy lifestyle? (47:34)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - How do I lose weight without losing strength? (58:20)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Is it in my best interest to keep reverse dieting even though my weight might get kind of high and gain more fat? (1:08:39)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - What are some things I can do to raise my testosterone and keep improving my gains in the weight room? (1:20:51)

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2245: Fix Your Sleep & Balance Your Hormones With Dr. Kirk Parsley 0
Jan 8, 2024

  • His background and how he got into what he is doing today. (2:01)

  • The startling effects of Ambien on special operators. (19:17)

  • Shifting the culture through his private practice. (26:33)

  • “If you’re not sleeping well, you’re not repairing or preparing for tomorrow.” (33:22)

  • The best treatments to decrease brain inflammation. (41:19)

  • The demonization of psychedelics. (45:15)

  • How did he get introduced to peptides? (1:01:28)

  • We evolved to sleep. (1:03:09)

  • Can you develop cortisol resistance? (1:07:50)

  • What is causing the gradual decrease in men’s testosterone? (1:17:57)

  • Peptides for better sleep. (1:20:29)

  • His stress-free checklist for improved sleep. (1:25:17)

  • The badest Seal he ever met and why. (1:37:12)

  • The characteristics of a stellar Navy Seal. (1:40:04)

  • Switching his resentment to a superpower. (1:43:38)

  • His first experiences with psychedelics. (1:47:11)

  • Not repeating the cycle of his parents with the raising of his children. (1:53:28)

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2244: The Most Effective Way to Do Group Fitness, Tips for Overcoming Lower Back Pain, Ways to Keep Gains After Giving Birth & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jan 6, 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: DON’T think about zebras! If you want to change a behavior, you must replace it with something else first. (2:41)

  • Sal gets personal with his struggles and distractions. (9:51)

  • Why the guys do not like New Year’s resolutions. (22:09)

  • A boy and his truck. (25:53)

  • The next version of the vegan propaganda, You Are What You Eat: A Twin Experiment. (30:20)

  • What happens when people worship the wrong things. (36:04)

  • What makes a piece of meat dry-aged? (39:59)

  • How you slowly become a conspiracy theorist when you get chickens. (45:35)

  • The best survival foods. (46:53)

  • Sal’s joyful Christmas moment with his parents. (48:11)

  • Caldera’s face serum can help reduce inflammation! (51:31)

  • Shout out to Mind Pump’s 3-Day Trainer Series! (53:14)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - What is the most effective way to teach a group class? (54:48)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 – Are the spin classes that I teach preventing me from reaching my goals? (1:15:06)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – How can I shift my mindset or goals to look forward to getting to the gym? (1:26:11)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Why does my lower back get extremely tight and stiff after doing barbell back squats and RDLs? (1:38:22)

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2243: Front Squats Vs. Zercher Squats, Straight Sets Vs. Circuits, Ways to Increase Your Appetite & More 0
Jan 5, 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: The two MOST important things to consider when picking a protein powder. (2:22)

  • New product alert from Paleo Valley, Beef Tallow. (14:29)

  • The guys journey with fast food. (16:45)

  • Justin’s ‘incredible’ DMV experience. (29:31)

  • Fun Facts with Justin: Dogs trained to drive. (31:28)

  • Mind Pump’s holiday traditions. (33:36)

  • Shout out to Mind Pump’s 3-Day Trainer Series! (53:58)

  • #Quah question #1 - Do you think it would be detrimental for someone just to do Zercher squats and not to front squats? What are the unique benefits of each? (55:17)

  • #Quah question #2 - Bulking is a chore. Is there any natural means of increasing appetite? (1:00:07)

  • #Quah question #3 - You guys advocate for more “straight sets with proper rest” which I much prefer myself, but it seems difficult to achieve when it comes to training clients for only an hour. When you trained, did you stick to straight sets or more of a 1. ABC, 2. ABC circuit style? (1:05:18)

  • #Quah question #4 - What are your thoughts on the best gut health supplements? (1:11:42)

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2242: The Non-Surgical Way to Look Younger With Dr. Anthony Youn 0
Jan 4, 2024

  • The difference between a holistic and traditional plastic surgeon. (1:55)

  • How there are ‘turf wars’ in ALL of medicine. (5:47)

  • Why did he almost leave medicine? (7:15)

  • An example of when not to do surgery. (9:55)

  • Why it is much harder to say NO to a patient than YES? (11:27)

  • The importance of a health coach. (14:05)

  • The supplements you want to avoid before surgery. (18:53)

  • The do’s and don'ts for women post breast augmentation surgery. (20:18)

  • The truth surrounding breast implant illness. (30:49)

  • Why he is NOT a fan of butt implants. (39:42)

  • How does he reconcile when surgery is NOT right for someone? (48:59)

  • The most common surgeries men are getting. (52:42)

  • When to get liposuction. (55:25)

  • His take on peptides. (59:03)

  • What can you do about thinning hair? (1:00:40)

  • What procedures/treatments will he consider as he ages? (1:06:41)

  • The evolution of his social media rise. (1:09:57)

  • Medicine is NOT what it used to be. (1:15:11)

  • His most rewarding patient. (1:22:04)

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2241: Longer Vs. Shorter More Frequent Workouts, Transitioning From Powerlifting to Bodybuilding, the Value of Reverse Dieting & More 0
Jan 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: The ULTIMATE form of exercise for longevity is STRENGTH TRAINING. (3:05)

  • Make your ‘health retirement’ much brighter by lifting weights. (14:54)

  • Lost opportunities and lessons learned along the way. (19:15)

  • The problems with realtor influencers. (24:42)

  • Chivalry is not dead. (38:08)

  • Confronting the parents of the bully. (40:06)

  • Red-light therapy can improve eyesight. (47:24)

  • Why Ned’s products stand out above the rest. (53:00)

  • Shout out to Boundless Kitchen by Ben Greenfield. (56:37)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - What can I do to maintain effective and varied programming within my time and energy constraints? (1:00:32)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - What program would you recommend running in the off-season of powerlifting? (1:14:01)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - When I hear you guys talking about bulking, cutting, and reverse dieting, it usually seems to be in the context of going from a high body fat percentage to a lower one. For a person (>30% body fat) how does this work? (1:22:46)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Which MAPS program would be beneficial for someone who needs to maintain strength while doing a lot of endurance cardio as a full-time job? (1:33:39)

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2240: Mikhaila Peterson 0
Jan 1, 2024
  • Finding her person and having another baby. (1:37)
  • How things will be different with her parenting this time around. (3:58)
  • The evolution of her podcast. (6:14)
  • I will not provoke an autoimmune disorder so that the public will feel better about the health of my baby.” (11:08)
  • The state of her business. (16:58)
  • Why did she step into the supplement world? (18:08)
  • The importance of picking the right air filter. (20:18)
  • Growing up in the Peterson household. (22:21)
  • Her journey with taking and coming off medications. (25:00)
  • Why she chooses to avoid the mainstream medical system. (33:33)
  • Her experience with home births. (34:58)
  • Does her daughter take after herself? (39:52)
  • How she deals with having dual custody. (41:47)
  • Bringing home boyfriends around her parents. (44:14)
  • Being the gatekeeper of the Peterson brand. (46:42)
  • Impacting the healthcare system. (50:00)
  • All beef all the time. (51:30)
  • Will ARC become an annual thing? (53:13)
  • The importance and value of postpartum physical therapy. (56:39)

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2239: How to Lift After Age 40, the Best Way to Train Young Athletes, the Pros & Cons of Training & Cannabis Use & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Dec 30, 2023

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: You can eat A LOT of protein at once or a little bit in small servings. It really DOESN’T make a difference, but there are things you want to consider. (1:59)

  • New product alert from Organifi! Their FIRST EVER Kids product, Easy Greens!! (23:54)

  • The challenges with getting kids to eat well. (26:05)

  • New behaviors in the Mind Pump households. (30:26)

  • The importance of hitting your protein targets. (33:20)

  • When your kids hit your heartstrings. (39:34)

  • Catching your parents in bed. (45:30)

  • Sal showing off for the partners. (48:26)

  • Is Adam warming up to the Cybertruck? (49:46)

  • Favorite cars from childhood. (53:15)

  • Shout out to Layne Norton! (1:03:14)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Do you think there’s any benefit to working out under the influence of THC or any drugs that merely act on the mind? (1:04:36)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - I was thinking of sticking with Anabolic Advanced but occasionally swapping out some of the optional exercises to keep things fresh. What are your thoughts on this? (1:18:22)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How much endurance cardio is going to be too much? How do I balance my love and OCR training and avoid injuries? (1:28:31)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – How would you implement MAPS Performance with young athletes (11-18)? (1:38:10)

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2238: How to Train to Perform a Muscle-Up, Why Government Protein Recommendations are Inadequate, the Value of Sports Massage & More 0
Dec 29, 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 avoid all the different types of reps because of some silly study! They ALL have value and can build muscle. (1:55)

  • When the genetic anomaly meets the hardest worker in the room. (13:35)

  • Would you rather be dumb or brilliant? (23:15)

  • Tesla propaganda. (27:13)

  • When company initiatives are about race rather than merit. (29:35)

  • The education disruption is here! (38:27)

  • Legacy media and social media are controlling you. (41:36)

  • Meat dealing Butcher Box. (49:30)

  • Will Sal get a vasectomy? (55:20)

  • Shout out to BallerBusters! (59:02)

  • #Quah question #1 - I’d like to be able to do a muscle up. What should I do to get to that point? (1:01:26)

  • #Quah question #2 - The recommended daily allowance for protein is about .8 grams per KG of body weight per day (about 0.36 grams per pound of body weight) for optimum health. Tell us why they are wrong. (1:08:28)

  • #Quah question #3 - What can be a daily routine for neck and back slouching? (1:14:51)

  • #Quah question #4 - If you are regularly active, do you think sports massage is important? (1:18:46)

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2237: From Fat to Fit to Fortune With Mari Llewellyn 0
Dec 28, 2023

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Mari Llewellyn, co-founder of Bloom Supplements.

  • Mari’s origin story from being the problem to feeling good from the inside/out. (1:41)

  • From going viral to kick-starting a successful business. (7:41)

  • Her journey into weightlifting and healthy eating. (11:46)

  • Her experience going ‘cold turkey’ off all her medications. (16:50)

  • Reaching her full potential through exercise. (21:25)

  • Meeting her partner and becoming the perfect team. (24:27)

  • The idea behind the Pursuit of Wellness podcast. (29:05)

  • In her baby-making era. (36:39)

  • The process of scaling Bloom Nutrition Supplements. (38:56)

  • The problems with the health & wellness space for women. (41:56)

  • How Bloom made it into Target, its future exit strategy, and surviving COVID. (47:58)

  • The mistakes made along the way. (57:34)

  • The difference between feeling bloated and being well hydrated. (1:04:56)

  • The evolution of social media, marketing for her business, and the podcast. (1:08:20)

  • Her favorite, most memorable podcast guests. (1:14:39)

  • Life-changing things done on her health journey. (1:23:28)

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2236: Body Part Split Vs. Full Body Workouts, Building Muscle With the Windmill Exercise, Toubleshooting Low Energy, & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Dec 27, 2023

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: Motivation is bullshit, self-belief is EVERYTHING! (2:37)

  • How Justin is using the Brain Blend from Ned for mental clarity and sharpness pre-podcast. (17:30)

  • BPC-157 is the creatine of the peptide world. (19:40)

  • Mind Pump gives back. (23:55)

  • Fun Facts with Justin: Chlamydia in the Arctic. (33:11)

  • Signs you need to add sodium. (34:25)

  • Will we get to a place where we can engineer broccoli to taste like cake? (39:03)

  • MAPS 40+ looks to be a sleeper hit. (43:13)

  • Females kicking ass! (49:02)

  • When mom’s away, dad holds down the fort. (50:55)

  • Shout out to Josh Nickerson! (1:02:45)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - What direction do I need to go to keep pushing the dial toward being the athlete I can identify with again? (1:03:39)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - How do constant interruptions negatively impact sleep cycles? (1:23:30)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - What can I do to get my left side to match my ride side as far as mobility for the workout is concerned? (1:32:08)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Do you think the full-body approach is still beneficial to an intermediate/advanced lifter? (1:42:09)

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2235: Ten Tips for a Leaner, Fitter Body After Age 40 0
Dec 25, 2023

Ten Tips for a Leaner Fitter Body After Age 40. (1:38)

  • #1 - Use effective but less risky exercises (box squats, sled work, trap bar, unilateral work). (6:01)
  • #2 - Go to bed and wake at the same time. (12:39)
  • #3 - Cold rinse in the morning. (15:48)
  • #4 – Eat high protein. (19:07)
  • #5 – Drink 1/2 to 1 gallon of water. (22:07)
  • #6 - No social media or news for the first 90 mins upon waking. (24:18)
  • #7 - Gratitude before bed. (27:19)
  • #8 - Box breathing before bed. (29:26)
  • #9 – 5-minute movement every hour that you sit. (32:10)
  • #10 - Eat easily digestible foods. (35:27)

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2234: How to Add Muscle After Age 50, Ways to Avoid Cravings When Cutting, When to Stop Reverse Dieting & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Dec 23, 2023

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: What you look at is what you see. (2:17)

  • A toddler’s day can be ruined by ANYTHING. (15:00)

  • The mystery Secret Santa list. (19:51)

  • What ‘Quah’ stands for in the Urban Dictionary. (22:20)

  • Kids say the darndest things. (23:22)

  • Who has the higher body fat percentage, the average pig or American? (24:38)

  • Southwest’s latest annoying policy move. (25:36)

  • Why Seed stands above its competitors in the probiotic market. (34:10)

  • Dolph Lungren, Sylvester Stallone/Richard Gere and petty pranks. (36:57)

  • Do men lack vulnerability or stoicism more? (44:24)

  • The market for men’s skincare is exploding thanks to Caldera. (57:58)

  • Shout out to Bye Bye Barry on Prime Video and Mind Pump’s 3-Part Trainer Series. (1:03:45)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Why am I “crashing” after a few weeks of cutting? (1:05:43)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Am I too old to put on weight and gain size? (1:24:12)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Any side effects with the peptide BPC-157? What should I expect to feel or notice? (1:38:30)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – How do you overcome the psychological aspects of reverse dieting? (1:51:55)

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2233: The Importance of Protein Quality, the Truth About Lifting & Reduced Flexibility, Reasons You May Feel More Cold After Fat Loss & More 0
Dec 22, 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: Exercises are TECHNIQUES! Treat them as a skill. It’s NOT always about getting sore and tired. (3:13)

  • Shoes are hard to buy. (13:45)

  • Don’t mess with the thermostat! (17:28)

  • The fascinating side effects of taking semaglutide. (18:40)

  • Use Entera to darken your hair. (23:22)

  • Looking better with age. (25:08)

  • Katie Sandwina: The Strongest Woman in the World. (30:20)

  • Speculating why Gen-Z is abstaining from alcohol. (33:18)

  • Generational differences. (37:55)

  • Are social media trends changing? (40:35)

  • Drew Canole is back as CEO of Organifi. (49:52)

  • Getting to rewatch old classics with your kids. (51:52)

  • Fun Facts with Justin: The origin of the Muffin Man. (54:51)

  • The theory of collective amnesia during the pandemic. (56:54)

  • Shout out to the Forever Strong Summit. (57:51)

  • #Quah question #1 - Why is lifting making me less flexible, specifically reaching my toes? (59:31)

  • #Quah question #2 - Is the biological value of protein important in a dieting context? (1:04:58)

  • #Quah question #3 - Is it normal to get cold faster after you lose fat? (1:10:05)

  • #Quah question #4 - Would you guys recommend opening your own studio gym over working for a big box? (1:11:46)

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2232: Age-Proof Your Muscles, Bones & Brain With Dr. Gabrielle Lyon 0
Dec 21, 2023

  • Sick vs. healthy muscle. (2:36)

  • The best test for looking at the health of skeletal muscle. (8:30)

  • The difference between fat and its influence on your hormones. (10:20)

  • Why the way we have intellectualized medicine is backwards! (15:00)

  • “The wider the waistline, the lower the brain volume.” (20:57)

  • Why you are never too old to build muscle. (25:02)

  • Why the food pyramid is the worst social experiment we’ve ever had. (29:52)

  • Going down the scary direction of becoming more planet-based from animal-based sources. (31:50)

  • Have we been misled with sodium? (39:18)

  • Does fasting affect men and women differently? (40:54)

  • Diagnosing the different avatars she sees in her practice. (46:02)

  • Concierge vs. Western medicine. (54:52)

  • The misconception that physicians are paid to prescribe. (57:04)

  • Should people stop seeing their doctor if they’re obese? (59:00)

  • Her take on GLP-1 antagonists/semaglutide. (1:00:51)

  • Her favorite peptides and why. (1:10:10)

  • The newest technology available for providers to look at skeletal muscle health. (1:12:29)

  • The different training archetypes. (1:17:38)

  • The resistance training revolution is here! (1:21:50)

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