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

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

Disclaimer for the audience. (1:25)

10 Ways to Visibly Change Your Body in 30 Days.

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

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

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

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

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

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

 

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

 

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

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

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

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

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

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday’s Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday’s Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page.

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

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

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

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

 

  • The Main Adaptations of Lifting.

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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1979: How to Determine Your Maintenance Calories, Ways to Adjust Your Workout if Some Body Parts Are Developing Faster Than Others, In-Season vs. Off-Season Training for Athletes & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Dec 31, 2022

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you drink alcohol, you can mitigate the effects by following these steps. (1:52)
  • The guy’s plans and goals for the New Year. (7:18)
  • You have the power to change what you consume! (16:58)
  • If you are easily offended, you are easily manipulated. (18:58)
  • The dangers of mob mentality via social media. (20:45)
  • Why are people so naïve? (26:46)
  • What is the allure of OnlyFans? (31:29)
  • The loneliness epidemic. (38:19)
  • Continued excellent reviews for Peak Power! (45:16)
  • Funny ads from the past. (46:03)
  • We messed up our kids. (48:05)
  • Shout out to Rob Dyrdek. (54:36)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - If you were starting out running the RGB bundle, how would you periodize mini bulks and mini cuts to achieve your desired body composition? (57:29)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - How would I program my workouts in-season, so that I can be in great shape during the off-season? (1:10:00)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Can I still be strong, functional, and stable in my upper body if I don't intend to build all my muscles to the same level? (1:18:52)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 – Do you have any preferred methods for homing in on your exact TDEE to ensure you know your maintenance levels for a proper bulk or cut? (1:31:10)

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1978: Good Mornings Vs. Romanian Deadlifts, the Truth About Soreness as an Indicator of Workout Effectiveness, the Effectiveness of Unilateral Training for Overcoming Aches & Pains & More 0
Dec 30, 2022

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: The two MOST important things to focus on when you make goals are HOW you make those goals and WHY you make those goals. (2:29)
  • Get your Journeyman shirt today! (12:57)
  • Gymnastics, for kids, is the best! (14:21)
  • Kreatures of Habit’s special Mind Pump hook-up! (23:25)
  • The Andrews’ Scotland/Iceland trip. (24:30)
  • The most difficult languages to learn. (31:41)
  • Nature does NOT care. (38:41)
  • Dad rules. (42:20)
  • This is a clear example of a lazy employee. (43:31)
  • #Quah question #1 - Is there a specific benefit to good mornings vs Romanian Deadlifts? (52:22)
  • #Quah question #2 - I used to get pretty sore the day after a workout, but now I hardly feel anything. I am practicing progressive overload and I think my strength is going up. Am I not pushing myself enough? (56:37)
  • #Quah question #3 - Is unilateral training for a period of time an ideal way to fix any aches that come from lifting? (59:37)
  • #Quah question #4 - What is the best way to capitalize on a big day of eating, lift the same day prior to the meal or the next morning after the meal? (1:05:13)

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1977: How to Become a Badass With Jen Cohen 0
Dec 29, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Jen Cohen on how to win at the game of life.

  • Authenticity is rare. (1:54)
  • Using the chip on her shoulder as a superpower. (9:15)
  • The challenges of being bold. (13:58)
  • Don’t discount yourself without trying. (20:22)
  • Humility is very underrated. (23:12)
  • Play the hand you are given and make it the BEST possible. (33:00)
  • Turning her failure into a lifelong win. (38:07)
  • The importance of being resourceful. (41:43)
  • Fitness is a microcosm of life. (44:52)
  • Don’t be disingenuous. (50:43)
  • One for all, all for one. (58:20)
  • Money doesn’t equal success. (1:04:45)
  • Life is NOT balanced. (1:09:28)
  • The devil is in the details when you are raising kids. (1:11:37)
  • How kids mirror what you don’t like about yourself. (1:20:34)
  • Sometimes you need to give a little space. (1:24:00)
  • A mental trick in patience. (1:25:30)
  • The art of biting your tongue. (1:27:05)
  • You don’t know until you don’t know. (1:32:30)

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1976: How to Reduce Fat & Put on Muscle, Where & What to Eat When Traveling, How to Eat & Work Out for a More Feminine Look & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Dec 28, 2022

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Treat your workouts like a sport! (2:30)
  • How to do group training with integrity. (14:34)
  • What strength training has that NO other form of exercise has. (16:37)
  • When your grandfather kicks your a**. (18:21)
  • What will Chat GPT disrupt first? (28:19)
  • Is Elon a hypocrite? (36:20)
  • SleepMe PROFOUNDLY affects your sleep. (43:55)
  • Another reminder of why you should never fight. (46:26)
  • Why frequent use of digital devices to calm your child may backfire. (48:15)
  • Buy Vuori with your Christmas returns. (56:20)
  • Shout out to @Uncle_lazer! (58:01)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 – Any advice on re-comping your body from a large muscular build to a leaner build? (59:33)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - What are the best places to eat when you are traveling and want to maintain a lean/healthy physique? (1:09:20)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 – Is going from a five-day-a-week workout program to a three-day-a-week hurting my metabolism? (1:17:58)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 – What is the best way to eat and exercise to look more feminine? (1:29:21)

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1975: How Organifi Scaled to Be a $100 Million Company With Mae Steigler 0
Dec 26, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Mae Steigler, CEO of Organifi.

  • Mae’s unforgettable Sal moment. (1:15)
  • From employee 1 to CEO. (3:34)
  • The 24-Hour Fitness connection. (6:05)
  • Her shift from animal to human health. (7:45)
  • Her unconventional rise to the CEO seat. (10:39)
  • The importance of building the foundation first. (12:51)
  • How did they source and create their first formulation? (16:13)
  • The biggest challenges of scaling a supplement company. (19:09)
  • The heartbeat of their company. (20:40)
  • Where does the bulk of their revenue stream come from? (25:34)
  • Any surprising markets they have found themselves in? (31:09)
  • The moment they knew Mind Pump was a special partner. (33:46)
  • The value in meshing customer service and sales. (35:53)
  • Organifi’s criteria of who they work with. (41:02)
  • The evolution of the supplement space and what makes her excited about the future. (44:40)
  • Why their quality standards come first and foremost. (46:56)
  • The good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to margins in the supplement space. (51:23)
  • Shaping the demand for higher quality products. (54:40)
  • The beautiful alignment between Organifi and Mind Pump. (56:19)

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1974: The Best Way to Work Out For Longevity, How to Adjust Your Training for a Cut Vs. a Bulk, the Best Workout & Diet for Mental Performance & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Dec 24, 2022

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Want an easy way to reduce your appetite, improve your stable energy, and balance your insulin levels throughout the day? Eat a high-protein breakfast with some fat! (2:21)
  • When you make a career out of making fun of people. (10:50)
  • Why do you breathe like that? (18:44)
  • Understanding and navigating gender roles. (21:42)
  • Adam is a BIG Crocs guy. (33:33)
  • Black holes are scary. (38:10)
  • The fear of having limitless energy. (39:50)
  • What will Chat GPT disrupt first?! (43:55)
  • Seed is the BEST probiotic on the market! (50:50)
  • The universe is weird. (51:50)
  • We are soft. (53:14)
  • Mind Pump’s 12 Days of Christmas! (1:00:10)
  • Book your Mind Pump Park City trip today! (1:00:38)
  • Shout out to Chris Williamson! (1:02:20)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Can machines outperform the big three compound lifts? (1:03:45)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Should you train in different rep ranges during a cut and bulk? (1:26:03)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How should I change my training and nutrition in what’s going to be the most stressful 5 months of my life? (1:36:09)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Leaving things like nutrition, stress, and sleep out of the picture, how should one exercise to live a long and happy life? (1:49:04)

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1973: How to Train to Hit a PR, the Best Workout Programs for Cutting & Bulking, Ways to Overcome Feeling of Social Anxiety in the Gym & More 0
Dec 23, 2022

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 listen to your body! Instead, understand how to listen to your body’s signals. (2:32)
  • The value in buying time vs. doing things yourself. (13:15)
  • Navigating the bell curve of the negative effects of kids watching television. (19:50)
  • How to mitigate the negatives of caffeine and maximize the positives. (32:33)
  • Maybe it’s time to put the controller down. (34:33)
  • The things that annoy Mind Pump. (43:27)
  • Caldera glistens. (49:10)
  • Trigger sessions are anabolic. (50:52)
  • MAPS saves lives! (55:16)
  • Shout out to Nature is Metal! (56:28)
  • #Quah question #1 - If we don’t have access to dip bars, what would you suggest as an alternative to dips? I have heard bad things about bench dips but don’t know if they are true. (58:00)
  • #Quah question #2 - How do you structure a PR day? Sets, Reps, etc. (1:01:43) 
  • #Quah question #3 - What MAPS Program do you recommend for bulking and cutting? (1:06:35)
  • #Quah question #4 - What are some tips for a person new to the gym that feels social anxiety or intimidation in the weight room? (1:10:58)

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1972: Back Building Master Class 0
Dec 22, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover everything you know to build your back.

  • What you will learn in this episode. (1:40)
  • The importance and value of having a strong/healthy back. (2:49)
  • The muscles of the back and favorite exercises for each. 
    • Lats. (11:28)
    • Trapezius. (18:22)
    • Rhomboids. (23:35)
    • Erector Spinae. (26:31)
  • Exercise types. 
    • Pulldowns or rows. (28:42)
    • Deadlift. (30:04)
    • Pullover or straight arm pulldowns. (36:24)
  • Rep ranges. (38:48)
  • Tempo and technique. (40:34)

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1971: What You Can Do to Get Faster Results in the Gym, Ways to Break Through a Squat Plateau, How to Train for Endurance & Strength & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Dec 21, 2022

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: One of the most underrated factors when it comes to workout programming is rest periods! (2:59)
  • Silly movie titles. (10:19)
  • It works until it doesn’t work. (14:15)
  • What the guys watch vs. their wives. (17:00)
  • Elon Musk, love him or hate him. (21:36)
  • The social media cesspool. (26:28)
  • “Real” vegans. (34:25)
  • Health is NOT about being rigid with everything. (35:55)
  • Justin is ALWAYS the life of the party. (41:26)
  • Mind Pump’s predictions for Chat GPT. (45:58)
  • The importance and value of having a high-protein breakfast. (52:27)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Is there any value in getting a deep tissue massage, or some other form of therapeutic massage before jumping into my next MAPS program? (54:31)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - I feel like I can be making faster progress in the gym. What programming and tips would you recommend? (1:02:00)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - What are some ways to break through a squat plateau? (1:12:53)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - When running, why do my legs give out faster than my cardiovascular system? (1:27:54)

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1970: Max Lugavere Gets Personal 0
Dec 19, 2022

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin get personal with Max Lugavere.

  • Max’s Oprah moment. (1:57)
  • His experience on the Tucker Carlson Show. (7:46)
  • The Liver King is a charlatan. (14:04)
  • The real ones are rare. (20:45)
  • His single biggest insecurity. (23:58)
  • Growing up being a curious kid. (30:25)
  • Working through being introverted. (38:03)
  • Always striving to be better. (43:50)
  • His popularity with the opposite sex. (47:25)
  • Working for it rather than being given. (49:50)
  • Relationships and dealing with trauma. (54:23)
  • The joy of being an uncle. (1:05:20)
  • Why music is important. (1:06:48)
  • His relationship with money. (1:09:35)
  • Sodium intake and migraines. (1:11:08)
  • Seed oils affect your cognitive health. (1:12:36)
  • His exit plan to get out of the public light. (1:22:57)

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1969: Dirty Bulk Vs. Clean Bulk for Building Muscle, Ways to Build Size When You Have a High Cardio Job, How to Combine Bodybuilding & Powerlifting & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Dec 17, 2022

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here is a great workout for gains and the pump! Use half the weight/half the intensity you normally use but double the volume of your workout. (2:04)
  • Mind Pump’s bodybuilding playlist. (6:30)
  • The guy’s new obsession with the cold plunge. (12:33)
  • Dad life updates: Max’s speech progress, another Di Stefano with big calves, and getting attention from the opposite sex. (20:32)
  • The reviews are in, Peak Power from Organifi is a hit! (27:00)
  • Do we all have a materialism set point? (28:10)
  • Why you must add wearing blue-light-blocking glasses to your sleep routine. (46:53)
  • Shout out to @barbellfilms! (49:55)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Any tips on how to do heavy cardio, bulk, and build size at the same time? (52:25)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Do you gain muscle mass faster on a dirty bulk versus a clean bulk? (59:39)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Any advice on meal timing for morning workouts? (1:15:33)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Is there a way to incorporate a bodybuilding and powerlifting workout? (1:26:03)

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1968: How to Train After a Poor Night’s Sleep, Tips for Relieving Tight Muscles, Grass Fed Vs. Grain Fed Dairy & More 0
Dec 16, 2022

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: Lift weights to increase your sex drive. (2:32)
  • The importance of caffeine timing. (10:12)
  • Making the mindset shift with it comes to diet/nutrition. (15:44)
  • Busting the myths surrounding what high protein is. (17:57)
  • The ultimate NCI x Mind Pump Giveaway to Coaching Con 2023! (25:40)
  • The politicization of the Brittany Griner incident. (26:42)
  • You should get paid what you EARN. (31:24)
  • Shout out to The Rabbit Hole. (34:51)
  • Is everything fake? (37:23)
  • Weird News with Sal: De Beers miners and a surgeon who left his mark on his patients. (40:29)
  • Is taking birth control halting your gains? (42:48)
  • Would you like to know if you were prone to genetic predispositions to diseases or cancers? (47:23)
  • How LMNT contributes to greater milk production. (57:02)
  • Combat juggling is a thing! (59:38)
  • #Quah question #1 - How would your training change if you slept like absolute crap the night before? (1:02:05)
  • #Quah question #2 - If a muscle is tight, is it better to continue to train it with weight or focus on mobility exercises? (1:08:44)
  • #Quah question #3 - Does dairy need to be avoided if it isn’t grass-fed? (1:14:02)
  • #Quah question #4 - I really enjoy learning and teaching about health, strength, fitness, and nutrition. I already make good money, though, so how would someone step into that space without going broke while waiting to make enough to support themselves and their family? (1:18:33)

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