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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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Now displaying: December, 2020
1457: Five Ways to Reduce Seasonal Depression 0
Dec 31, 2020

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss five ways to combat seasonal depression.

  • Why seasonal affective disorder (SAD) affects most people. (2:31)
  • Five Ways to Reduce Seasonal Depression. (8:11)
  • #1 – Sunlight therapy. (8:55)
  • #2 – Exercise. (11:59)
  • #3 – Stick to a schedule. (18:37)
  • #4 – Supplement with Vitamin-D. (23:24)
  • #5 – Look at your diet. (27:08)

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1456: The Pros & Cons of Circuit Training, the Best Timeline to Lose 100 Pounds of Fat, the Negatives of Surgical Weight Loss Procedures & More 0
Dec 30, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the pros and cons of circuit training, how long it should take a dedicated person to lose between 75-100 pounds of fat, gastric bypass & other surgical procedures to help lose weight, and what career they have massive respect for but would never be able to do.

  • How the Mandalorian finale gave the guys the feels. (4:45)
  • Mind Pump Recommends, Song Exploder on Netflix. (11:04)
  • The controversy around blue zones. (13:55)
  • North Korea is scary. (21:15)
  • Mind Pump Weekend Update. (22:35)
  • Adam’s scare with his dog. (24:28)
  • Sal’s interesting encounter with a homeless guy. (27:54)
  • Can poor sleep lead to a gain in visceral body fat? (29:55)
  • How people are doing great things for humanity. (33:01)
  • In scary COVID-19 news out of the UK... (34:24)
  • What will $600 do for you? (36:45)
  • Will California lose electoral votes due to the max exodus? (39:18)
  • #Quah question #1 – What are the pros and cons of circuit training? When and how should it be incorporated into one’s training program? (44:00)
  • #Quah question #2 – With consistent use of MAPS Anabolic, how long should it take a dedicated person to lose between 75-100 pounds of fat? (48:25)
  • #Quah question #3 – What do you think about gastric bypass or any other surgical procedures to help lose weight? (56:21)
  • #Quah question #4 - What career do you have massive respect for, but would never be able to do? (1:00:44)

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1455: Six Ways to Get a Better Pump 0
Dec 28, 2020

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss the best ways to increase your pump when working out.

  • Why everybody loves the pump. (2:46)
  • Getting your clients to feel the pump. (7:25)
  • Understanding the psychological components of fitness. (12:30)
  • Six Ways to Get a Better Pump.
  • #1 – Stay hydrated. (13:30)
  • #2 – Eat carbohydrates. (18:23)
  • #3 – Train with higher reps. (21:34)
  • #4 – Play with shorter rest periods. (24:51)
  • #5 – Perform isolation movements. (27:17)
  • #6 – Supplements. (29:53)

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1454: Listener Live Coaching (Q&A) 0
Dec 26, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions via Zoom.

  • Why does Justin’s dog continue to punk him? (3:24)
  • Mind Pump’s first apartments. (8:37)
  • The growing pains children go through. (17:54)
  • Why beggars can’t be choosers in the Di Stefano’s household. (22:43)
  • Adjusting your lifestyle to the time we are living in. (23:42)
  • A cheap way to detect if you have the symptoms of COVID-19. (27:31)
  • Bringing ‘healthy’ desserts for your holiday table using Organifi protein powder. (28:19)
  • Cockroaches are radiation-proof! (32:37)
  • Uncommon goods, great for shopping for that special someone. (35:21)
  • #Quah question #1 – How do you build a strong durable body to prevent injury and what type of nutrition would go with that? (38:52)
  • #Quah question #2 – I am 6 months into weightlifting and I have a bicep tendon tear that is affecting my bench press. What can I do for my biceps and chest while I wait to recover? (47:57)
  • #Quah question #3 – Any tips on how to express your shift of views on fitness and health to your family members? (58:30)
  • #Quah question #4 – What is the best way to deal with a manager that programs terrible group classes? (1:11:30)

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1453: What to Do If You Don’t Have an Incline Bench, How to Improve Grip Strength, Who Should Do Cardio & More 0
Dec 25, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about ways to manipulate a flat bench press to make it like an incline bench press, grip giving out on pull-ups but not deadlifts, why Mind Pump can seem “anti-cardio” vibes, and the sport community that underutilizes or totally overlooks weightlifting.

  • Jake Paul, the ultimate troll. (6:30)
  • A Justin Caldera intervention. (13:51)
  • The great ‘in-app’ Apple debate. (17:18)
  • How is making movies considered essential? (24:05)
  • Will Gavin Newsom get recalled? (26:12)
  • Is naked yoga a thing? (27:35)
  • The crazy story of Miriam Rodriguez. (33:26)
  • A macro comparison of Magic Spoon versus Fruit Loops. (37:12)
  • Justin’s theory on Boba Fett. (40:25)
  • #Quah question #1 – Any tips or ways to manipulate a flat bench press to make it like an incline bench press? (44:35)
  • #Quah question #2 – Why does my grip struggle on pull-ups but not deadlifts? (46:25)
  • #Quah question #3 – Why the “anti-cardio” vibes? Running brings me joy. (49:57)
  • #Quah question #4 – What sports community do you feel generally underutilized or totally overlooks weightlifting? (59:41)

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1452: Your 10 Minute Workout for the Holiday Season 0
Dec 24, 2020

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin provide three effective workouts that can be completed in ten minutes.

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1451: How Long to Rest Between Sets, Training Post Pregnancy, How to Alleviate Knee Pain & More 0
Dec 23, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the ideal rest period between sets, how to train after pregnancy, recommended exercises to alleviate knee pain, and how to measure success as a trainer.

  • Ned Sleep, sleep like your dead. (6:07)
  • What it is like to see your parents as grandparents. (7:04)
  • Zbiotics, coming in clutch for the holidays. (16:10)
  • Jake Paul is brilliant at social media. (17:44)
  • Don’t tell a pro wrestler wrestling is fake. (25:27)
  • Breaking up over Cameo. (27:51)
  • Should there be regulations surrounding pornography? (29:01)
  • Can taking aspirin reduce the symptoms of COVID-19? (34:57)
  • Can dogs be trained to detect COVID-19? (39:19)
  • Mind Pump Recommends, the Word on Fire podcast with Bishop Barron. (40:08)
  • #Quah question #1 – Is there an ideal rest period between sets? I’m sure it’s subjective, but are there body queues I should be listening to that can help me determine an appropriate rest? (44:13)
  • #Quah question #2 – Do you recommend Starter or Anywhere for after pregnancy, if I was doing Anabolic and teaching cycling classes before? I do not have home equipment for Anabolic. (49:24)
  • #Quah question #3 – What exercise would you recommend to alleviate knee pain? (52:17)
  • #Quah question #4 – In a recent podcast, Adam mentioned getting burnt out as a trainer in part to the generally low success rate in helping clients reach their goals. So, how do you measure your success as a trainer then? What metrics do you use to know you are doing a good job? (55:05)

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1450: Five Ways to Improve Your Erection 0
Dec 21, 2020

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss five steps guys can take to improve their erection.

  • Erectile dysfunction, a clear example of poor health in young males. (2:01)
  • The challenging side effects of this disorder. (4:50)
  • Five Ways to Improve Your Erection. (7:20)
  • #1 – Lifting weights. (7:35)
  • #2 – Follow a balanced diet. (14:10)
  • #3 – Get good sleep and manage your stress. (22:25)
  • #4 – Get rid of endocrine disruptors. (24:45)
  • #5 – Do not become desensitized to pornography. (28:45)

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1449: Listener Live Coaching (Q&A) 0
Dec 19, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four listener questions via Zoom.

  • Protein rice is back with Kettle & Fire! (4:35)
  • How the guy’s diets are faring during the holiday season. (5:35)
  • Adolf Hitler won an election? (12:46)
  • The UFO talk is going full-court press! (14:06)
  • Fun Facts with Justin. (18:49)
  • Sal’s new favorite form of kung-fu. (20:12)
  • Justin is flexing his handyman skills around the house. (22:42)
  • Overprotective parenting, baby updates & MORE. (23:41)
  • The struggles with distance learning and the impact on children. (29:18)
  • Making the argument of the benefits of the sous vide. (34:06)
  • #Quah question #1 – If someone is not a responder to creatine, is it still worth it for someone to take it? (38:18)
  • #Quah question #2 – How do you build pull-up strength? (45:51)
  • #Quah question #3 – How to train from home to improve your baseball swing and balance? (51:52)
  • #Quah question #4 – How have you guys helped male athletes who struggle with orthorexia? (59:28)

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1448: The Best Exercises to Grow the Glutes Without Building the Quads, How to Know When to Increase or Decrease Workout Intensity, the Effectiveness of Long-Term Intermittent Fasting & More 0
Dec 18, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the exercises that are best to grow the glutes without building the quads, knowing when to increase or decrease workout intensity, whether intermittent fasting can be used long-term, and learning to fall in love with the journey, not the destination.

  • Mind Pump sing-a-long brought to you by Oli Pop. (4:40)
  • How your heart rate can affect your sleep. (11:16)
  • The guys talk about parenting, doing things differently, and creating more quality family time away from electronics. (15:55)
  • Mind Pump Debates: Is all the hate against Mark Zuckerberg and Facebook valid? (38:04)
  • #Quah question #1 – What exercises would be best in growing the glutes without building the quads? (48:23)
  • #Quah question #2 – How do I know when to increase or decrease workout intensity? (54:07)
  • #Quah question #3 – Do you think intermittent fasting can be used long-term? Does it lose its effectiveness? (59:44)
  • #Quah question #4 – How long did it take you to fall in love with the journey, not the destination? (1:04:49)

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1447: How to Start Your Fitness Journey 0
Dec 17, 2020

In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin break down five steps to starting your fitness journey. 

  • The importance of having ideal programming for creating that ‘momentum wave’ heading into the new year. (2:55)
  • How to Start Your Fitness Journey. (6:01)
  • #1 – Conduct Self-Assessment. (6:10)
    • Address Most Common Posture Deviations. (10:47)
      • Upper Cross Syndrome. (11:39)
      • Anterior Pelvic Tilt. (19:38)
  • #2 - Stability First. (25:24)
  • #3 – Build Overall Strength. (31:56)
  • #4 – Have a Plan to Stay Consistent Long-Term. (35:45)
  • #5 – Have a Strong Support System. (39:02)
  • 3 MAPS Bundles to kickstart your health and fitness journey. (41:00)

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1446: The Effect of Cardio on Muscle Growth, the Negative Effects of Consuming Too Much Protein, How to Do a First Assessment as a Trainer & More 0
Dec 16, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about ways to improve cardiovascular health and capacity without interfering with muscle growth, the negative effects of consuming too much protein in one sitting, whether the Mind Pump wives are equally interested in fitness and health, and how to do a first assessment as a trainer.

  • Why the brain is the most important organ according to the brain. (5:01)
  • How Mind Pump buys gifts for Christmas. (5:59)
  • UK vaccine warning for people with allergies. (21:27)
  • How a chronic lack of sleep can contribute to heart disease and the benefits of blue-light blocking glasses. (22:24)
  • The California mass exodus continues. (25:40)
  • The worst Santa of all-time. (30:50)
  • If there is food on the floor, it is free game for dogs! (35:52)
  • Natures natural multivitamin, the benefits of organ meats. (38:02)
  • #Quah question #1 – What are your favorite ways to improve cardiovascular health and capacity without interfering with muscle growth? (43:59)
  • #Quah question #2 – Are there any negative effects when consuming too much protein in one sitting? (51:28)
  • #Quah question #3 – Are the Mind Pump wives equally as interested in fitness and health? Is it a shared hobby or do you balance each other with opposite interests? (57:17)
  • #Quah question #4 - How do you conduct the first assessment as a trainer? (1:06:45)

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1445: Eight Golden Rules of Health & Fitness 0
Dec 14, 2020

In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin cover eight habits that maximize health and fitness.

  • The Eight Golden Rules of Health & Fitness. (3:05)
  • #1 – Don't overeat. (6:20)
  • #2 – To eat MOSTLY whole foods. (16:19)
  • #3 - Drink water. (22:49)
  • #4 - To move every single day. (29:10)
  • #5 - Lift heavy things every once in a while. (36:46)
  • #6 – Sleep well. (42:27)
  • #7 – Manage your stress. (48:06)
  • #8 - Be a good friend. (54:48)

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1444: The Truth About Protein, the Best Way to Fix Muscle Imbalances, the Benefits & Dangers of Salt & More 0
Dec 12, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether there are legitimate benefits to utilizing various proteins,  the best way to fix muscle imbalances, whether salt is good or bad, and falling out of love with fitness.

  • How you can get ‘baby-like’ skin like Adam + 12 Days of Christmas with Mind Pump. (4:14)
  • Mind Pump Conspiracy Theory Corner. (9:21)
  • Alarming News surrounding erectile dysfunction in young males. (14:06)
  • Mind Pump Recommends, Unsolved Mysteries on Netflix. (20:00)
  • Random Hour with Mind Pump. (25:38)
  • Idiot Politicians with Mind Pump. (31:00)
  • Want to build a corporate office in your backyard? (34:18)
  • How Legion makes proper pre-workouts. (38:42)
  • #Quah question #1 – Do any of you integrate different proteins, such as whey, casein, plant-based for different purposes throughout the day or week? Is casein before bed just bro-science or are there legitimate benefits to utilizing various proteins differently? (41:13)
  • #Quah question #2 – What is the best way to fix muscle imbalances? (46:03)
  • #Quah question #3 – Can you talk about salt? Is it good or bad? (48:20)
  • #Quah question #4 – Have you guys ever fallen out of love with fitness? What made you love it again? (55:31)

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1443: Quick Full Body Warm-Ups, When to Use a Lifting Belt, What to Do Between Sets & More 0
Dec 11, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about quick and dirty full-body warm-ups, when to use and not use a lifting belt, the most optimal way to “rest” between sets, and the importance of a training niche. 

  • What the MIIR cups are most valuable for. (4:31)
  • Justin breaks down aged nut cheese. (6:56)
  • Weird News with Sal. (10:25)
  • The Mayor of Austin is a real piece of work. (11:45)
  • Mind Pump Recommends. (13:36)
  • Spoiler Alert! Mind Pump on the latest episode of The Mandalorian. (16:15)
  • Mind Pump Conspiracy Theory Corner. (18:17)
  • Mind Pump Predictions, will the vaccine be mandatory? (21:21)
  • The brilliance of the OnlyFans business model. (23:46)
  • Has boxing jumped the shark?! (27:25)
  • The evolution of boxing and the future for new fight leagues. (32:13)
  • Mind Pump Investments: Airbnb going public! (39:24)
  • How Vuori is branching out to in-store locations. (43:35)
  • #Quah question #1 – What would be your go-to quick and dirty full-body warm-up? (46:26)
  • #Quah question #2 - When should you use and not use a lifting belt? (53:27)
  • #Quah question #3 – What is the most optimal way to “rest” between sets? Sit and wait? Walk around, light stretching, etc.? Is there a best way? (1:00:22)
  • #Quah question #4 – Did you guys have a niche when you were personal trainers or did you just train anyone and everybody? (1:07:16)

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1442: Why Weight Lifting Is a Waste of Time 0
Dec 10, 2020

In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin dissect the claim that weight lifting is a waste of time. 

  • Debunking the argument, in a recent Ben Greenfield podcast, that weight lifting is a waste of time. (2:53)
  • Why practicing “the skill” of an exercise is extremely important to get good. (7:45)
  • The complexity of intensity and its effect on the central nervous system. (11:13)
  • The misleading nature of clickbait. (13:56)
  • How free-weights are among the most versatile pieces of equipment around! (16:55)
  • The mistake of valuing a workout from the workout perceptive and not from the skill perceptive. (19:15)
  • The importance of the transfer to the real world. (22:32)
  • The balance and stability factor that is provided by free-weights. (24:10)
  • Why athletes choose free-weights over resistance bands. (26:15)
  • Why Mind Pump does not advocate ANYONE going to failure. (29:15)
  • Mind Pump on the value of training in all modalities. (32:06)
  • Cashing in on timing. (34:23)
  • When it comes to training your body, your best bet is having the RIGHT programming. (37:30)

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1441: The Effectiveness of Dumbbell Only Workouts, the Importance of Tearing Muscle Down to Ensure Growth, What to Do If You Have Overactive Traps & More 0
Dec 9, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about at-home workouts with only dumbbells, how to know if tearing the muscles enough to ensure growth, tips specifically for female ectomorphs, and what to do with overactive traps.

  • Conspiracy Theory Corner with Mind Pump. (5:25)
  • The stresses of parenting, the male ego & MORE. (11:50)
  • Weird News with Sal. (20:30)
  • Is this the end of the movie theater experience as we know it? (21:30)
  • Smoking marijuana is NOW legal indoors. (27:25)
  • Random Hour with Mind Pump. (28:45)
  • Justin’s snafu in Vegas. (30:20)
  • How Public Goods is LITERALLY giving stuff away, Adam’s ‘interesting’ relationship with toilet paper & HUGE BREAKING NEWS! (33:36)
  • Ned and the saga of Justin’s dog Arlo. (42:57)
  • #Quah question #1 – How do you feel about at-home workouts with only dumbbells? Do you think you can get the same results as a gym? (45:53)
  • #Quah question #2 – If we are not necessarily chasing soreness in our program to train more frequently, how do we know if we are tearing the muscles enough to ensure growth? (48:58)
  • #Quah question #3 – Any tips, specifically, for female ectomorphs? I listen to you talk about how difficult it is for women to gain a sculpted physique. I am just discouraged. (53:40)
  • #Quah question #4 – What can you do if you have overactive traps? (58:13)

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1440: How to Build a Fit Mom Body 0
Dec 7, 2020

In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin detail the challenges of being a mom, healthy body fat percentages for women, how to speed up the metabolism, and what it takes to build a fit mom body.

  • The reasons why women are the largest fitness consumer. (2:33)
  • The common challenges faced for moms looking to get fit. (5:28)
  • The importance of building your metabolism the right way. (11:28)
  • The rhyme and reason behind constructing a workout program to fit your lifestyle. (14:32)
  • The foundational impact of MAPS Anabolic and why women should start with it. (17:25)
  • Don’t focus on the scale! (21:32)
  • The benefits of intermediately adding High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) when time is limited and what to watch out for. (24:11)
  • Tackling the issue of limited access to equipment with MAPS Anywhere and why momentum and consistency are key when starting a program. (29:54)
  • Creating the right mindset behind nutrition through intuitive eating. (33:30)
  • Utilizing all the free resources that Mind Pump provides. (38:38)

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1439: How Aging Affects Weight Gain & Metabolism, Crazy Fitness Myths That Just Won’t Die, Ways to Fix Foot Pain & More 0
Dec 5, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the craziest fitness myths, the impact of resistance training on an aging metabolism, addressing foot pain by strengthening the feet, and whether the at-home digital fitness space is getting crowded.

  • Mind Pump Corrections. (4:54)
  • Mind Pump on their experiences with drug testing. (6:02)
  • Adam’s charitable giving. (10:45)
  • Is the sex robot revolution coming? (16:39)
  • The new frontier of marketing to kids. (20:18)
  • Strange COVID News with Sal. (27:21)
  • Justin is hilarious! (33:28)
  • The benefits and various ways to cook grass-fed meat. (34:29)
  • The most important factors that will impact your sleep and ways to combat that. (38:38)
  • What will your COVID vaccination card look like? (42:15)
  • Snoop Dogg is slowly building an empire. (46:15)
  • #Quah question #1 – What are some of the craziest fitness myths that you have heard from clients? (49:17)
  • #Quah question #2 – How does aging affect weight gain and metabolism? How much of an impact can resistance training have on this? (57:08)
  • #Quah question #3 – I'm struggling with pain in my toes and arches. How do you best strengthen the feet? (1:00:14)
  • #Quah question #4 – Is the at-home digital fitness space getting crowded? (1:06:23)

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1438: The Advantages of Sumo Vs. Conventional Deadlifts, How to Accelerate Recovery, Long-Term Habits for Lifetime Health & More 0
Dec 4, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the benefits of sumo deadlifts over regular deadlifts, go-to recovery methods for overtraining or overreaching, long-term habits essential for lifetime health, and starting a career as a trainer during COVID.

  • 25 nights of holiday movies with Mind Pump. (4:11)
  • Mind Pump’s childhood obsessions. (5:51)
  • Sal’s kerfuffle with Jessica. (12:00)
  • Mind Pump Recommends, We are the Champions on Netflix. (16:34)
  • The hypocrisy of politicians. (21:56)
  • Shout Out to Mind Pump’s top listeners! (27:25
  • Mind Pump’s obsession with coffee. (29:27)
  • The important skill of having a healthy relationship with money. (38:38)
  • #Quah question #1 – What are the benefits of sumo deadlifts over regular deadlifts? (48:00)
  • #Quah question #2 – What are some of your go-to recovery methods for when you have been overtraining or overreaching? (52:58)
  • #Quah question #3 – From training clients in advanced age, what did you learn about what long-term habits are essential for lifetime health? (57:56)
  • #Quah question #4 – How would you recommend starting a career as a trainer, right now, during the COVID situation? (1:02:28)

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1437: The Unfiltered Truth About MMA With Phil Daru 0
Dec 3, 2020

In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin speak with renowned fight trainer, Phil Daru.

  • Phil’s experience hanging out with Logan Paul. (4:06)
  • His thoughts on the recent Mike Tyson fight. (7:43)
  • How there are levels to this game. (8:40)
  • Why being good these days is not enough. (11:30)
  • Could you be a really good fighter and not be picked up by the UFC? (13:53)
  • The journeyman’s journey explained. (14:41)
  • The attributes of a great versus successful fighter. (16:01)
  • Why he likes to have his hands on everything. (17:46)
  • The mental training involved in fighting. (19:09)
  • When did he realize he had more passion for coaching than fighting? (22:41)
  • The characteristics of a ‘fighter’. (23:26)
  • The last time a fighter surprised him. (26:11)
  • The importance of ‘taking a punch’. (27:47)
  • The components of a “badass” team. (30:17)
  • Understanding the roles of the coaches. (33:20)
  • The most optimal form of martial arts for the average person. (34:46)
  • The truth behind the statement, the last thing to go is your power. (36:05)
  • The greatness of Tyson and Ali. (37:30)
  • The common misconceptions of having ‘knockout power’. (39:11)
  • The evolution of MMA and the role of PED’s in the sport. (40:57)
  • His take on transgender athletes in mixed martial arts. (45:42)
  • The biggest mistakes coaches make with their fighters. (47:56)
  • The science and process behind weight cutting. (49:59)
  • What does the rehydration process look like? (54:07)
  • The role of marijuana when it comes to performance. (55:50)
  • Why you will not see fighters fighting in the streets. (58:27)
  • The value of MMA training for kids. (59:54)
  • The humbling effects of training in an MMA gym, the benefits of slow wins & MORE. (1:01:55)
  • The value of the enforcer. (1:05:28)
  • The fragile nature of the male ego. (1:09:40)
  • Guiding his children in the right way. (1:14:07)
  • The craziest moves he has seen. (1:15:25)
  • What separates him from his peers? (1:17:38)
  • Building that ‘buy-in’ with his athletes. (1:19:25)
  • The importance of the ‘arts’ of mixed martial arts. (1:22:53)
  • Who is the best striker he has seen? (1:24:38)
  • Fighters to look out for. (1:25:50)

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1436: How to Know If You Have Metabolic Damage, Ways to Strengthen the Pelvic Floor, the Importance of Changing Up Your Workouts for Continued Progress & More 0
Dec 2, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about identifying metabolic damage, running a workout program over and over, how a strong pelvic floor is important and ways to increase pelvic floor strength, and recommended supplements, vitamins or products to maintain health during the winter.

  • Mind Pump nerds out on Star Wars. (4:56)
  • The guys break down the Mike Tyson fight card from over the weekend. (14:30)
  • Mind Pump Conspiracy Theory Corner. (19:58)
  • The strange errors surrounding COVID death count. (22:30)
  • The latest on the COVID vaccines. (26:04)
  • Mind Pump’s favorite Christmas movies. (30:40)
  • Felix Gray, the perfect holiday gift. (34:18)
  • Sal cannot sleep anywhere anymore. (35:45)
  • Sal calls out his wife. (37:35)
  • Updates on life with the Di Stefano’s. (39:35)
  • #Quah question #1 – How do you know if you have metabolic damage? Or if you have a healthy metabolic rate? (46:55)
  • #Quah question #2 – Could someone realistically run MAPS Anabolic forever, with progressive overload, and still make progress? (54:40)
  • #Quah question #3 – Can you define how a strong pelvic floor is important and ways to increase strength there? (1:00:32)
  • #Quah question #4 – During winter months, what supplements, vitamins or products would you recommend to maintain health? (1:05:12)

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