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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: 2025
Sep 17, 2025

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Do These 6 Things and You WON’T Get Gains from Strength Training. (2:39)

  • Fatty 15 vs. Omega 3s. (28:32)

  • Dad, the builder. (31:23)

  • LEGO minifigures. (34:04)

  • A terrible lie told to women about the definition of success. (39:24)

  • Hurt people, hurt people. (53:27)

  • How does Zbiotics work so well? (56:27)

  • Shout out to Mind Pump Store! (59:10)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 – How can I balance upper body volume with a serious focus on improving my bouldering (rock climbing) skills? (1:00:20)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 – I feel like I am stuck in not being able to gain muscle because I cannot physically eat more. What advice do you have for a situation like this? (1:08:46)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – I feel that my body, while strong, is covered in a layer of fluff. I feel strong, but don’t feel the aesthetic is there. What advice do you have on what my week should look like with workouts, steps, cardio, lifting programs, and proper macros? (1:17:42)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – Please help me figure out what to do about my nutrition!  I'm so concerned that I'm going to lose this hard-earned muscle at my age, and in the thick of perimenopause. What's your advice on how I can get my act together? (1:28:30)

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Sep 15, 2025

How to Raise a Successful Family with Scott Donnell

  • Setting up heritage, not inheritance. (1:32)

  • Money trauma. (9:30)

  • Faith, family, and F.I.S.H. (13:29)

  • Kids need both sides. (19:26)

  • The difference between discipline and punishment. (22:01)

  • The 4 C’s Framework to build anti-fragile children. (31:21)

  • His thoughts on smartphones and the internet. (40:44)

  • Pick your inner circle carefully. (49:33)

  • The ‘4 Family Forces’ destroying family culture. (52:20)

  • Faith revival. (1:02:57)

  • Anxiety is a sin to repent of, not an emotion to medicate out of. (1:06:24)

  • You can’t serve both God and Mammon. (1:09:45)

  • Looking sideways instead of looking up. (1:15:35)

  • Learning to surrender. (1:22:58)

  • Many are gifted, but few are anointed. (1:28:46)

  • Mentor family. (1:39:55)

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Sep 13, 2025
  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Do ONLY These 8 Lifts to Achieve an Amazing Body. (1:49)

  • Probiotics are the best fat burners! (22:29)

  • Adam’s evolution with his diet & exercise. (27:44)

  • Functional Justin. (34:12)

  • The Botox stack. (37:37)

  • Due process. (39:22)

  • You can totally manufacture popularity. (46:14)

  • The curse of fame. (48:12)

  • Downsizing to live near family. (50:50)

  • Going down the 3rd rail with Justin: The Secret Pyramid of Alaska. (56:40)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 – If you are working with a sports team only two days a week in the gym, as that is the only time we have due to the team schedule, what would your focus be on? (1:00:47)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 – I don’t feel like my physique is changing for the better at all, although my weight remains stable, and I find myself still struggling to want to eat more.   What should I be doing? (1:10:42)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – Given my current stats and goals, how do I move forward without backsliding into old patterns? Is it unreasonable to expect strength and muscle gain without fat gain alongside it? (1:19:18)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – How do I fight the atrophy in my injured leg, while it’s stuck in a walking boot? (1:31:38)

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Sep 12, 2025

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. 

Sep 11, 2025

 Nine Fitness Coaches That Should Be Fired

  • There’s no better thing than a GOOD personal trainer or coach. (1:25)

  • Nine Fitness Coaches That Should Be Fired

  • #1 - The hype machine. (3:53)

  • #2 – Shame guy. (8:38)

  • #3 - Intensity over technique. (11:10)

  • #4 - The low-calorie solves everything person. (13:59)

  • #5 – The absent coach. (16:01)

  • #6 – Everything, but the kitchen sink all at once coach. (18:04)

  • #7 - All they do is talk, never listen. (20:00)

  • #8 - Know everything guy. (23:02)

  • #9 - Treats you like a competitor. (25:00)

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Sep 10, 2025

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Get WAY rounder delts in 60 days! (2:21)

  • An ALARMING study concerning ultra-processed foods. (19:30)

  • Drink beet juice, lower your blood pressure! (30:53)

  • One of the MOST important things we should focus on as we age. (33:13)

  • Sin feels fine, until you try and stop. (37:53)

  • Who’s more likely to snoop around? (44:31)

  • Ja Rule’s BIG regret. (51:00)

  • Guy’s nicknames are brutal. (53:07)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 – How can I best get ready for the competition and increase my deadlift? (55:53)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 – I’m not sure what’s the best path to restart after an injury. Any guidance or recommendations? (1:00:57)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – I am looking for some practical advice on how I can begin to train for some endurance events without sacrificing my strength gains. (1:15:24)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – How can I get my chest to grow? (1:24:24)

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Sep 8, 2025
Sep 6, 2025

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 10 BIGGEST Gym Mistakes That are Killing Your Gains. (2:05)
  • The ‘Horny Stack’ is a good time! (28:49)
  • Gym language. (29:51)
  • Teasing your kids. (32:31)
  • Consistency, appreciation, and making an effort in relationships.  (44:45)
  • The most rewarding partnership. (53:02)
  • Muscle Mommy Movement Quiz. (55:11)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 – I know you guys have said stubborn fat is usually just a matter of patience, but is there a point where hormones, metabolism, or other factors might play a bigger role after losing so much weight? (58:06)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 – Any guidance on how to work my way up to weighted dips and pull-ups? (1:14:22)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 – Could exercise during the day cause elevated body temperature at night while sleeping? (1:24:13)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 – I’m struggling at this point in my life now that I have achieved the weight loss that I’ve always went after. How do I proceed with my fitness at this point in time as far as the style I should be focusing on, and the calories I should be at? (1:34:33)

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Sep 5, 2025

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: How to Eat Carbs for Muscle Gain & Fat Loss. (1:19)
  • Crazy with quality. (20:18)
  • Amazon hustle. (23:46)
  • The benefits of religion. (28:19)
  • How do active parents influence their children's fitness? (33:34)
  • Kids say the darndest things. (34:42)
  • The Batman villains. (35:21)
  • Mind Pump Recommends: Who Would Win? Book Series. (38:15)
  • The ‘Wolverine Stack’ to cut recovery time in half! (44:25)
  • You can work out in these pants. (46:04)
  • Holding your breath. (50:54)
  • #Quah question #1 – Do you think under-desk pedal exercises are good enough to replace walking? (53:07)
  • #Quah question #2 – Is it possible to modify any MAPS programs to make them an "all-day" workout, as you guys have talked about? If so, which ones and how would you do it? I have a home gym and am interested in trying it out. (56:37)
  • #Quah question #3 – Should I change my caloric intake based on lifting days vs non-lifting days? (58:22)
  • #Quah question #4 – Have you worked with anyone with hyper mobility? I just take my training slow and controlled, and I can't move fast, or it leads to injury. I am wondering if there is one program that is best to start with? I do a lot of stability exercises to start each morning to help. (1:01:13)

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Sep 4, 2025

Why All Women Need to Lift Weights

The MASSIVE growth of the Muscle Mommy avatar. (1:06)

8 Reasons Why All Women Need to Lift Weights

#1 - Its empowering. (4:51)

#2 - It strengthens bones. (8:25)

#3 - It helps regulate hormones. (11:35)

#4 - It’s anti-anxiety and depression. (15:16)

#5 - You can eat more. (17:25)

#6 - You trade the scale for weights. (21:08)

#7 - It’s more fun than the treadmill. (23:35)

#8 - You don’t need to do a lot of it. (26:20)

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Mind Pump #2567: Women Who Lift: Breaking Myths and Building Muscle

Mind Pump #2232: Age-Proof Your Muscles, Bones & Brain With Dr. Gabrielle Lyon

Mind Pump #2502: Hormone Therapy for Aesthetics With Dr. Lauren Fitzgerald

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Mind Pump #1547: The Hidden Benefits of Lifting Weights

Mind Pump #2320: Throw Away the Scale!

Two Workouts A Week Is Enough For 80% Of The Gains

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Sep 3, 2025

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

  •  Mind Pump Fit Tip: Gain an Inch on Your Arms in 90 days! (1:48)
  •  Protein shake engineering is WILD! (14:32)
  •  Christian revival with the youth. (17:02)
  •  Listen to this before using AI. (20:46)
  •  The kids just don’t understand. (27:42)
  •  Guy’s doing stupid things. (32:25)
  •  Feeding the idol you are trying to break. (33:55)
  •  Terrible tattoo trends. (35:20)
  •  What’s rarer? Benching 225 or having 10 million net worth? (38:43)
  •  Teenager drivers. (42:29)
  •  Addressing the high turnover rate amongst trainers. (46:17)
  •  Red-light therapy and its impact on your mood. (51:56)
  •  #ListenerLive question #1 – What should I do to reduce belly fat? I’m feeling discouraged and stuck like nothing I’m doing is working. (55:33)
  •  #ListenerLive question #2 – Any advice on how I can fix this shoulder/hip pain I have been experiencing? (1:09:36)
  •  #ListenerLive question #3 – Can you recommend a split that facilitates muscle gain and a successful bulk without risking overtraining? (1:20:22)

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Sep 1, 2025

The FASTEST Way to Get Lean if Money Wasn’t an Issue

  • It’s EXTREMELY expensive to be unhealthy. (1:02)

  • The 7 FASTEST Ways to Get Lean if Money Wasn’t an Issue

  • #1 - Hire a trainer 3 days a week. (3:10)

  • #2 - Hire an online coach for diet. (8:10)

  • #3 - Get a meal prepping service. (12:18)

  • #4 - Optimize your hormones with HRT. (14:24)

  • #5 - Use a GLP-1 and other peptides. (17:18)

  • #6 - Get an Eight Sleep system. (19:19)

  • #7 - Supplements for nutrients. (20:45)

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  • August Special: MAPS 15 50% off! ** Code MUSCLE50 at checkout **

  • Unexpected Clues Emerge About Why Diets Fail

  • Mind Pump # 2385: Five Reasons Why You Should Hire a Trainer

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Aug 30, 2025
  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Top 10 Foods You CAN’T Stop Eating (And Why They’re So Addictive!). (1:30)

  • The Seed impact. (30:47)

  • Your wife is your crown. (33:04)

  • Investing is about discipline. (37:22)

  • Sleep hard, melatonin-free. (46:20)

  • Mind Pump Reviews: Fit for TV: The Reality of The Biggest Loser on Netflix. (48:06)

  • Beak face. (55:20)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 – Am I dealing with overtraining or under-recovering? Have I caused this, and what should I do moving forward? (57:03)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 – Is there a MAPS program that you guys have that would fit what a surfer would need? (1:04:38)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – Any tangible training/nutritional advice for my “client” who is overweight and has been told she is pre-diabetic? (1:11:47)

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Aug 29, 2025
  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: 8 Bro-science Hacks that Actually Work (But Not for the Reasons You Think). (1:45)

  • The Mind Pump Butcher Box. (27:39)

  • Swear box challenge. (28:47)

  • Legendary bodybuilder showcase: Bill Pearl. (32:04)

  • Miraculous surgery. (36:05)

  • Blame game. (39:33)

  • Athletes popularizing the Sugar Diet. (41:17)

  • The heaviest man. (44:12)

  • Improve intimacy in the bedroom with Brain.fm. (51:26)

  • Interrupting your day with gratitude. (55:17)

  • Building your dream home. (57:49)

  • #Quah question #1 – Should you train even if you're sore? What are the benefits or disadvantages of training when you're sore vs. when you're not? (1:03:45)

  • #Quah question #2 – I have clients who work out early in the morning. 

  • With all the studies being released on the negatives of women working out fasted, what would you recommend them eat beforehand? (1:06:09)

  • #Quah question #3 – What are your suggestions for mitigating burnout as a trainer? What are some ways you've learned to "refill your cup" after pouring into others during the week? (1:08:18)

  • #Quah question #4 – How do you think you'd hold up in an apocalyptic situation? What would be your first moves? (1:13:56)

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Aug 28, 2025

 Nick Andrews

  • What drew him into the biohacking/optimization space? (1:38)

  • GHK-CU and sunburns. (3:40)

  • Is there a risk of downregulating your own production of a peptide because you are using one? (7:13)

  • Are there peptides you shouldn’t combine? (8:51)

  • The history of bioregulators and their difference from peptides. (12:56)

  • Is Russia prescribing bioregulators? (31:00)

  • The 3 tiers of optimization: Oral Supplements, bioregulators, and peptides. (35:52)

  • His favorite bioregulators. (39:11)

  • The pineal gland bioregulator for longevity. (42:05)

  • Breaking down the ‘Push Patch’ technology, and why you feel it. (44:39)

  • The Amazon effect: Why Entera’s GHK-CU stands out above the rest. (1:00:50)

  • Which business venture has the most potential? (1:05:32)

  • When should you take bioregulators, and should they be cycled? (1:11:38)

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Aug 27, 2025

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: 10 Awesome Unexpected Benefits of Exercise. (2:21)

  • Not all GHK-CU is created equal. (28:13)

  • The encouraging audience response to Sal’s new YouTube series. (29:49)

  • 1st day of school tradition. (32:50)

  • Game on! (38:41)

  • When science doesn’t have a moral compass. (42:43)

  • Outsourcing anniversaries. (48:37)

  • It’s a miracle in your gut. (52:17)

  • Gone fishing. (56:12)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 – Any thoughts on how I should change my exercise (or calories) to continue to lose body fat and gain muscle? Any thoughts on what the heck caused my visceral fat to almost triple? (1:01:01)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 – I have been running MAPS 15 since April, and it’s still too much. I'm absolutely exhausted daily and desperately want to get out of this overtrained state. Please help! (1:12:54)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – What tips/advice do you have to help get to the gym after working a twelve-hour shift and still have time to get good sleep and meal prep consistently? (1:22:36)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – Do I still have the potential for meaningful muscle growth and physical change at nearly 29 years old, after spending so many years training improperly? How can I overcome imposter syndrome as a coach? (1:29:57)

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Aug 25, 2025

2670: Pilates, Yoga, Running, CrossFit, and Strength Training Face Off!

  • Breaking down the most popular forms of exercise, so you can figure out what is RIGHT for you. History, demographics, and the pros and cons. (1:15)
  • Pilates (3:23)
  • Yoga (11:55)
  • Running (19:15)
  • CrossFit (24:07)
  • Strength training (30:04)

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Aug 23, 2025

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 3-Step "SBC" Weight-Loss Framework That Works Every Time. (1:48)
  • Ways to safeguard yourself from developing dementia. (23:16)
  • An update on Sal’s Journey in Faith & Fitness. (29:50)
  • Methylene Blue’s cognitive benefits. (35:21)
  • The little-sibling effect on athleticism. (39:45)
  • Men’s skincare market is blowing up! (45:12)
  • The Caltrans “party.” (51:33)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 – Any advice on why my InBody scan showed my body fat went up 6% in a span of 7 months? (56:01)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 –  Is it reasonable to expect a 100-pound jump on my deadlift in a year? (1:07:05)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 – What are some neat, effective, and portable equipment options I should consider having available for my mobile training sessions? Additionally, do you have any business advice or tips for someone making this transition to a mobile personal training model? (1:16:31)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 – What’s the best way to support muscle growth and prevent muscle loss while using GLP-1, especially with appetite suppression? What mental shifts do you recommend when transitioning from years of dieting into a performance and strength-driven mindset? (1:25:52)

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Aug 22, 2025

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: Two-Day a Week 30-Min Dumbbell At-Home Workout Program for Muscle & Fat Loss. (1:54)
  • Exercise and cancer. (16:14)
  • Veganism can be a false religion. (20:47)
  • Lab meat and science worship. (23:43)
  • Advanced technology. (28:18)
  • Gym industry changes. (34:17)
  • Pro bodybuilders are built DIFFERENT. (35:40)
  • Meat sticks that are NOT dry. (43:02)
  • The cognitive benefits of nicotine. (44:39)
  • The health benefits of a filtered shower head. (48:17)
  • Why men should donate blood. (52:00)
  • Do you have a problem with a skunk? (55:33)
  • #Quah question #1 – Tips on how to optimize strength/ lean body mass for weight class athletes who don't have the ability to do a traditional bulk and have to be conscious of scale weight? (1:01:53)
  • #Quah question #2 – How do you know if you have good muscle-building genetics as a woman? (1:06:00)
  • #Quah question #3 – How do you still have fun with a healthy lifestyle? No junk food, can't sleep in or stay up late, no alcohol, no screens. What's there to look forward to? (1:09:08)
  • #Quah question #4 – Does getting a pump equate to muscle growth? (1:13:00)

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Aug 21, 2025

Dr. Williams Seeds

  • Shifting culture. (1:27)

  • Why is the medical field ignoring this movement? (5:03)

  • What is happening on a cellular level that is making working out more effective than seeing a therapist? (11:46)

  • Why creatine is the MOST misunderstood supplement out there that is MOST valuable. (28:12)

  • Is there a negative feedback loop from taking peptides? (32:20)

  • Natural vs synthetic peptides. (33:31)

  • What makes the ‘Wolverine’ stack so effective? (36:14)

  • Debunking the ‘miracle in a bottle/pill’ study. (39:10)

  • The evolution of GLP-1s. (1:07:51)

  • What are bioregulators? Why the hype? (1:12:47)

  • Why are some peptides more effective for one person than another? (1:17:36)

  • Dumb muscle. (1:23:40)

  • Educate yourself. (1:26:00)

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Aug 20, 2025

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: 8 Fitness & Diet Lies That Will Make You Fat & Unhealthy. (2:08)

  • It’s like having a sleep buddy. (27:52)

  • Fart gun. (30:54)

  • Religious revival. (34:02)

  • Reevaluating the streaming services debate. (35:49)

  • AI: The good, the bad, and the ugly. (40:50)

  • Mice infestation. (50:53)

  • Horny stack. (52:46)

  • The podcast world is shifting. (53:45)

  • Shout out to The Diary of a CEO Podcast: The Real Reason You’re Still Broke! (and how to escape it) | The Money Making Experts. (55:48)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 – Will I ever be able to get my strength back in my knee, or have I missed my opportunity since I favored it so long? (1:01:33)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 – What advice would you have for building a career as an online fitness coach? (1:16:51)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – What should my caloric intake be for increasing muscle mass while trying to decrease body fat percentage? (1:26:18)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – Update from #2566: Can I expect more from my physique, or should I lower my expectations given my circumstances and age? (1:33:13)

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Aug 18, 2025

Why “Science-Based” Lifting Is Killing Your Gains

  • Exercise is nuanced: don’t discount the experience of people who have been doing it for a long time. (1:10)

  • 7 Reasons “Science-Based” Lifting Is Killing Your Gains

  • #1 - The people in the studies aren’t like you. (6:32)

  • #2 – Studies aren’t run “forever.” (8:55)

  • #3 - They don’t consider human psychology. (13:54)

  • #4 - Great science-based programming may be inappropriate for you. (17:06)

  • #5 - The “winning” formula doesn’t tell the whole story. (19:43)

  • #6 - They don’t know what to test. (21:16)

  • #7 - They aren’t testing everything. (23:04)

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Aug 16, 2025

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Some of You NEED to Gain Body Fat if You Want to See Improvements. (1:47)

  • Comparing the effects of red-light therapy to minoxidil for hair loss. (23:48)

  • Dissecting the Joey Swoll drama, celebrity worship, and staying authentic. (27:15)

  • Being liked and seeking fame. (44:20)

  • Money, honor, power, and pleasure exercise. (48:38)

  • Exercise and sobriety. (56:17)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 – Should I put this cut off until life evens out a bit, or any advice you can offer to help keep the calories down? I want to cut down to around 15% body fat just to see if I can do it and what I’ll look like. (59:07)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 – Are there signs I should be looking for to guide the timing or size of the increases when it comes to reverse dieting? What’s the best way to improve my grip strength so I can keep progressing in my lifts? (1:11:35)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – What would you prioritize nutritionally and in training to improve metabolic health without furthering my gut issues? (1:21:37)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – How long would you recommend that it takes to reach muscle growth goals? (1:34:08)

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Aug 15, 2025

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: Mid-range, stretch and squeeze for MAXIMUM GAINS. (1:44)

  • Who should consume a higher intake of sodium? (16:51)

  • Plan B. (26:09)

  • Love is just a chemical reaction in your brain. (32:49)

  • Happy or Horny stack? (37:59)

  • The ultimate man. (38:54)

  • That’s a LONG shelf life. (40:51)

  • Masturbation station. (42:14)

  • 4-day work week. (44:51)

  • Interstellar comet or alien probe? (48:29)

  • Do we need more evidence that Epstein didn’t kill himself? (52:58)

  • #Quah question #1 – Are 1000 calories worth of protein the same as 1000 calories of carbs/fats, or do I still have to subtract the thermic effect of food from it? (59:36)

  • #Quah question #2 – I'm an online coach, and some of my clients get overwhelmed with using multiple apps. How can I still track their progress virtually without them logging their workouts and nutrition? (1:04:01)

  • #Quah question #3 – Can I drink alcohol (3-5 drinks/week) and still make progress in building muscle? (1:08:59)

  • #Quah question #4 – What are the short and long-term goals of Mind Pump? (1:16:04)

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Aug 14, 2025

10 Reasons Why Your Butt is Flat (& What to do About It)

  • A pain point for most. (1:15)

  • 10 Reasons Why Your Butt is Flat (& What to do About It)

  • #1 - You’re trying to get abs too (eat more). (3:21)

  • #2 - You aren’t trying to get strong. (5:41)

  • #3 - You are doing the wrong exercises. (8:15)

  • #4 - You might have poor technique and/or connection. (10:51)

  • #5 - Your reps are too high. (14:25)

  • #6 - You are moving too quickly through your workout. (17:14)

  • #7 - You sleep like crap. (18:48)

  • #8 - You’re overdoing workouts (overtrained). (19:53)

  • #9 - You aren’t patient. (21:17)

  • #10 - You’re running. (23:49)

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  • Special Promotion: MAPS Butt Mod 50%! ** Code BUTT50 at checkout **

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

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