Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 Common Fitness Lies That Are Holding You Back. (1:39)
The importance of getting the optimal amount of Vitamin D. (38:20)
Forever chemicals suck. (42:27)
Idols that rule you. (45:10)
Vuori goes above and beyond! (53:57)
#Quah question #1 – Any tips to specifically target triceps during close-grip bench presses? (56:51)
#Quah question #2 – How do I learn to rest and recover, when my greatest assets are hard work, grit, and overachieving? (1:02:21)
#Quah question #3 – What are the long-term side effects of TRT? (1:05:02)
#Quah question #4 – From what I read, programming seems deceivingly simple (picking movements that you connect to and changing them out periodically, changing rep ranges and rest times periodically, making sure to progressively overload with weight, form rep sets or rest times) What are some things to focus on when creating your own programming and to ensure its effectiveness? (1:09:00)
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Weekly Training Frequency Effects on Strength Gain: A Meta-Analysis
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New study sheds light on vitamin D's role in cardiovascular health
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Mind Pump #1612: Everything You Need to Know About Sets, Reps & Rest Periods
How One Man Lost Over 300 Pounds Without Any Cardio with Jamie Selzler
Lessons learned. (2:02)
What episode got him hooked? (3:23)
His highest recorded weight. (4:30)
Obesity is a disease. (6:21)
Food became overpowering. (10:17)
The moment he feared for his life. (11:58)
Keeping promises to yourself. (16:01)
How did the process change his relationship with himself? (19:53)
Having the foot on the gas. (21:56)
Consistency and discipline TRUMP motivation. (23:26)
His #1 message to coaches and trainers. (27:38)
The importance of having a team. (30:34)
EVERYONE deserves love, respect, compassion, and empathy, NO MATTER their size. (32:48)
Celebrate every win and success. (34:04)
What would Mom have done? (40:27)
Input goals ONLY, not output goals. (42:05)
His GLP-1 experience. (48:02)
A HUGE opportunity for trainers and coaches. (59:10)
The importance of having a support system. (1:01:48)
A parting message for those in his shoes. (1:10:46)
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Listener Live Podcast with Jamie – Mind Pump # 2574 – Question #4
Featured Guest/People Mentioned
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Jamie Selzler (@jamselz) TikTok
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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.
Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 ways to modify your program for maximum gains and why. (2:36)
The AMAZING effects of saffron on depression and anxiety. (21:04)
Failure training for hypertrophy. (26:46)
Early predictions for the Enhanced Games. (30:19)
Highlighting the difference between men and women. (41:46)
The faith resurgence pendulum. (44:31)
Consumer beware. (55:03)
#ListenerLive question #1 – Is it ok to program hop even if I don’t complete a program from start to finish? (57:14)
#ListenerLive question #2 – What are the big lessons you learned with your spouses as you began your lives together? (1:05:14)
#ListenerLive question #3 – Am I wrong for aiming to be a functional athlete? Still being able to do heavy lifts, but still able to run an 8-minute mile? (1:18:07)
#ListenerLive question #4 – I am at a complete loss right now as I am struggling to navigate my training around these injuries, and I am putting in all the hard work and battling to see the results. Any advice? (1:31:46)
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Mind Pump #2312: Five Steps to Bounce Back From Overtraining
Mind Pump #2552: From Plateau to PR… How to Break Through Strength Barriers
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Summer Nutrition Hacks: Enjoy Social Events Without Sabotaging Your Progress
Context matters. (1:20)
How to get lean and look leaner faster for summer:
Go low carb. (2:52)
Eat high protein. (8:11)
Don’t eat past 5 pm. (12:25)
Drink LOTS of water. (15:26)
AVOID foods that cause any digestive distress. (17:32)
How to workout:
The newbie. (19:53)
Moderate. (22:15)
Advanced. (24:59)
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Mind Pump #1830: Five Steps to Determine Your ideal Caloric Intake
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Mind Pump #2060: Maximize Fat Loss With Continuous Glucose Monitors: Kara Collier
Mind Pump #1790: The Secret to an Attractive & Functional Body
Mind Pump #2015: How to Apply Advanced Training Techniques to Build More Muscle
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.
Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 times it’s better to NOT add weight to the bar. (2:03)
The cognitive benefits of taking a break from smartphones. (17:24)
A promising new trend for touring bands. (32:07)
Effect of polyphenols on cognitive function. (33:44)
Digital Drew. (35:04)
Shout out to Mind Pump Josh! (44:17)
The PB&J divide. (45:19)
Kids say the darndest things. (48:40)
Letting your kid win. (51:23)
Good vibes at Mind Pump HQ. (54:47)
#ListenerLive question #1 – What is the key to long-term success, stick to powerlifting year-round or upgrade every part of the “car?” (56:36)
#ListenerLive question #2 – What is your take on this EMS studio trend? (1:10:48)
#ListenerLive question #3 – What order and how frequently should I be using tools to maximize recovery? (1:19:40)
#ListenerLive question #4 – How does one know when they’re ready to ramp up training volume? (1:29:24)
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All-American Rejects crashing house parties around the US. Where to next?
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People Mentioned
Jim Kwik (@jimkwik) Instagram
Drew Canole (@drewcanole) Instagram
Josh Nickerson (@mindpumpjosh) Instagram
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Layne Norton, Ph.D. (@biolayne) Instagram
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 4 Most Common Nutrient Deficiencies, the Symptoms & What to Eat to Solve Them. (1:42)
Craved food and meal balance. (22:43)
Fueling your movement. (28:18)
How about a heads-up next time? (37:28)
Mind Pump Group Coaching: Fat Loss and Muscle-Building. (42:35)
Life wisdom. (44:26)
Soviet Union contributions to fitness. (48:07)
Fun Facts with Justin: Hookworms. (52:15)
#Quah question #1 – What's the best way to set up the width of your grips for bench and shoulder press? (55:24)
#Quah question #2 – What is the best way to detox/cleanse after a weekend of drinking? (59:11)
#Quah question #3 – Is it best to run a small deficit when running MAPS Symmetry? (1:01:39)
#Quah question #4 – When I squat heavy, my right leg (IT Band) becomes constantly sore and stiff. Is this a form or mobility issue? What can I do to fix this? (1:02:31)
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Eating craved foods with meals lessens cravings, boosts weight loss
Walking 8,000 steps just 1-2 days a week linked to significant health benefits
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People Mentioned
Layne Norton, Ph.D. (@biolayne) Instagram
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The Ultimate Fat Loss and Muscle Gain Cheat Sheet
They have a lot more in common than people think. (1:04)
The Ultimate Fat Loss and Muscle Gain Cheat Sheet
#1 - Caloric deficit/surplus. (2:36)
#2 – Lifting Weights. (12:57)
#3 – Sleep. (21:10)
#4 – Water. (30:04)
#5 – Supplements. (34:28)
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Mind Pump # 2377: The 4 Most Valuable Supplements Everyone Should Take
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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.
Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 Ways to Become More Fit Without Exercise. (2:24)
The role of the microbiome of the face for skin health. (27:57)
Undercover nerds. (30:08)
Making the case against living next to a golf course. (34:50)
The classic combination to fight against Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. (37:15)
Will a fit body be rarer than a Rolex in 5 years? (41:25)
The prison of inauthenticity. (46:19)
The future of the gym industry. (55:53)
#ListenerLive question #1 – What program would you suggest I run to improve my speed and agility? (1:01:28)
#ListenerLive question #2 – How do I effectively incorporate cardio while still following your programs? (1:11:00)
#ListenerLive question #3 – How can you change your negative body image? (1:27:14)
#ListenerLive question #4 – How can I get past the mental aspect of reverse dieting? I’ve made good progress, but I want to continue seeing the weight go down. (1:36:34)
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Long-Lasting Stretching Induces Muscle Hypertrophy: A Meta-Analysis of Animal Studies
Effect of post-exercise sauna bathing on the endurance performance of competitive male runners
Mind Pump #1822: Wim Hof on How to Control Your Immune System With Breathwork
Controversial New Study Links Parkinson's With Living Near a Golf Course
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Mind Pump #2432: The Truth About Essential Amino Acids with Angelo Keely
Hip Flexor Deactivators- Do these first to maximize your Ab development
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Mind Pump #2601: How to Eat and Exercise for Different Body Types & More (Listener Live Coaching)
People Mentioned
Wim Hof (@iceman_hof) Instagram
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Tom Bilyeu
The trigger that spun him out to make the content he is covering now. (1:13)
Understanding that we live in an economic system that was constructed. (4:06)
Debt jubilee. (10:51)
How forward progress does NOT care about any given generation. (12:57)
The existential crisis of having no meaning or purpose. (17:40)
How long will we remain human? (19:47)
The fast takeoff. (22:08)
Humans doing bad vs. AI doing bad. (25:31)
AI and the impact on his sci-fi writer brain. (28:45)
Are we in the Matrix? (32:52)
How does he remain an atheist going down this rabbit hole? (35:59)
Thucydides Trap. (42:32)
US/China AI race. (43:39)
Experts vs arguments. (45:11)
Happiness is a choice. (47:18)
His decision not to have children. (50:27)
We have a technology problem, not a population problem. (57:39)
Shared memory document. (1:02:05)
The biggest learning lessons from being in the media. (1:07:54)
His mis map of NFTs. (1:11:29)
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Featured Guest/People Mentioned
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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.
Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 5 MOST effective ways to achieve a calorie deficit. (2:11)
The Mind Pump Butcher Box is here! (25:43)
The power of the placebo effect. (28:26)
I want to believe. (34:37)
The most motivating thing you can see in the gym. (37:24)
Are you retired? (39:38)
Baby AI. (45:54)
Social contagion is a REAL thing. (47:31)
The positive feedback loop of Brain.fm. (49:59)
#ListenerLive question #1 – Why would I need to change up my workout? (54:26)
#ListenerLive question #2 – When do you know if your cut is not working? (1:01:08)
#ListenerLive question #3 – Why would more movement and lower calorie intake cause a stall and an increase? (1:12:30)
#ListenerLive question #4 – How can I get calories in when I don’t have the appetite? (1:25:19)
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Mind Pump # 2437: What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Ultra-Processed Foods for 30 Days
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Mind Pump #2312: Five Steps to Bounce Back From Overtraining
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People Mentioned
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Mind Pump Fit Tip: Muscle-building showdown…Barbells vs. dumbbells vs. machines. Which ones are best? Worst? (1:41)
The Shilajit market is EXPLODING on social media. (31:05)
Hungary’s answer to depopulation. (36:37)
Mind Pump Recommends: Untold: The Liver King on Netflix. (42:43)
Favorite LMNT sparkling flavors. (53:44)
#Quah question #1 – Is it possible to specifically target the individual heads of the triceps? I am seeing growth in the lateral heads, but very minimal in the long heads. (57:26)
#Quah question #2 – How do you stay motivated in a program when there is an exercise that you hate doing? For example, I despise Turkish Get Ups to the point that I don't even want to do MAPS 15 Minutes. (1:01:40)
#Quah question #3 – I've been told collagen is an incomplete protein. Does your body utilize it the same way it would whey or pea protein? Does it count towards your macros the same as a “whole” protein? (1:05:03)
#Quah question #4 – How do you train with osteopenia that is the result of overtraining and undereating? (1:07:16)
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People Mentioned
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The Top Meats, Fruits, and Veggies for Muscle Gain & Fat Loss
Important context to consider when making this list. (1:04)
Meat (3:20)
Beef.
Chicken thighs.
Wild-caught salmon.
Lamb.
Fruit (14:32)
Bananas.
Blueberries.
Apples.
Veggies (22:18)
Sweet potato.
Beets.
Broccoli.
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Mind Pump #2450: The Smartest Way to Use Protein to Burn Fat & Build Muscle
Beetroot Juice for Strength Gains: It’s not just for Endurance Athletes!
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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.
Mind Pump Fit Tip: How to eat and exercise for different body types. (2:08)
Chore play. (23:27)
Cannabis and dementia. (28:12)
Not walking makes your brain shrink. (30:44)
Red-light therapy for the treatment of acne. (34:38)
Catching up with Lora Lavelle to talk about her son’s experience at Rock Recovery Center. (39:03)
The effect of one night of poor sleep on performance. (52:23)
Fun Facts with Justin: Tardigrade Humans. (56:01)
Mind Pump Group Coaching. (1:01:45)
#ListenerLive question #1 – What sort of program would you suggest to fix diastasis recti, and for how long? (1:03:00)
#ListenerLive question #2 – Any guidance on how I can weight train with chronic wrist issues (1:09:11)
#ListenerLive question #3 – What does life look like after MAPS Transform? (1:26:57)
#ListenerLive question #4 – Since I eat a low-carb diet, am I hindering my gains? If so, how can I get my carbs up but stay grain-free? (1:32:41)
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People Mentioned
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3 Part Trainer Bonus Series – EP 3: How to Do an Assessment the Right Way (SELL TRAINING)
Why trainers MUST use assessments. (0:42)
The main value and goal of this first free session. (3:25)
Mistakes trainers make. (8:40)
How to Do an Assessment the Right Way (SELL TRAINING)
#1 – Use easy-to-understand terminology and explain what it means to them. (15:51)
#2 – Explain the benefit of what you will do for that problem. (17:11)
#3 – Tie down or agree, this is valuable. (18:26)
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Part Trainer Bonus Series – EP 2: Diet & Exercise Strategies (THAT WORK) and That Clients Love!
The MOST valuable piece for coaches and trainers. (0:28)
Will they do it? (2:36)
Does it have a large payoff? (4:17)
Is this realistically sustainable forever? (5:15)
General Diet Strategies That Have the Biggest Payoff That Clients Love!
Level 1 – Avoid heavily processed foods. (7:55)
Level 2 – Hit your target body weight in grams of protein and eat it FIRST. (15:10)
Level 3 – Aim for ½ to a gallon of water a day. (20:02)
Level 4 – Track. (22:46)
General Exercise Strategies That Have the Biggest Payoff That Clients Love!
Level 1 – Walk after meals. (26:21)
Level 2 – Strength training. (29:38)
Level 3 – Daily mobility. (32:30)
Level 4 – Structured cardio. (33:35)
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People Mentioned
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Trainer Bonus Series Episode 1: The Successful Trainer Mindset
What makes a successful trainer mindset? (1:31)
Defining what a successful trainer is. (2:10)
5 Steps to Develop a Successful Trainer Mindset
#1 – Love people as much or more as you love fitness. (5:00)
#2 – Have to be growth minded. (10:03)
#3 – Be purpose driven. (17:24)
#4 – Health is a priority. (21:40)
#5 – Loves to share what works with other trainers. (23:39)
Mind Pump Trainer Oath
#1 – YOU are responsible for your clients’ successes and failures. (27:59)
#2 – NEVER make false promises. (29:20)
#3 – PRIORITIZE your client's health over their aesthetics. (30:28)
#4 – ALWAYS meet your clients where they are. (31:05)
#5 – ALWAYS aim for sustainability over speed. (32:27)
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Mike O’Hearn
Why he was bred for bodybuilding. (2:06)
Growing up in a big family. (3:44)
The guy who likes the journey will do better than the man who wants the destination. (5:28)
Why he decided to go natural. (8:15)
Tips for continuing to perform long-term. (14:33)
How much has having a child changed his life? (17:53)
Why he appreciates being an older father. (22:14)
The drastic changes in gym culture. (24:42)
Favorite workout partners. (28:37)
His unique friendship with Stan Efferding. (32:31)
Nutrition advice for longevity. (35:07)
His transition from stage to screen. (39:24)
His experience on American Gladiators. (41:02)
“It’s not the shows that win it, it’s what you do with yourself, your personality/image.” His mindset behind building his wealth outside of fitness. (46:21)
The impact of his partner. (51:13)
Does working out get better as you get older? (54:10)
Put yourself around high-performing people. (59:29)
Being the ‘meme’ guy. (1:05:47)
“The finance shouldn’t outride the energy.” (1:07:19)
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Featured Guest/People Mentioned
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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.
Mind Pump Fit Tip: 8 weird signs that you should avoid gluten. (1:45)
Why is fitness so EFFECTIVE for depression and anxiety? (22:07)
Don’t forget to bring Zbiotics to your next party or gathering. (29:00)
The Schafer’s Lego Land experience. (32:19)
Saffron is a natural compound for depression and anxiety. (45:43)
Justin’s Road to 315 Push Press. (46:55)
3-part bonus series for trainers dropping on May 19th! (1:00:35)
#ListenerLive question #1 – Any advice for jumping and getting into personal training? (1:01:51)
#ListenerLive question #2 – Where do I go after I finish Symmetry to make sure I can keep this momentum going to live pretty much pain-free and moving freely? (1:13:03)
#ListenerLive question #3 – When would you guys recommend someone get liposuction? (1:22:42)
#ListenerLive question #4 – Do I need to educate myself a little more before hiring a coach? And if so, how exactly? (1:32:53)
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Mood Disorders and Gluten: It’s Not All in Your Mind! A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis
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Mind Pump #2242: The Non-Surgical Way to Look Younger With Dr. Anthony Youn
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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 5 best diets for ANY goal. (1:38)
The MOST common mistake people make with fitness & diet. (19:53)
The BEST recovery tool to manage stress. (31:03)
Terrible/harming tactics by mainstream media. (35:27)
Creatine and depression. (41:27)
The history of ginseng. (44:12)
The conspiracy theory behind art. (48:36)
Kids say the darndest things. (53:12)
Mind Pump Recommends You Can’t Ask That on Netflix. (56:21)
Train the Trainer 3-Part Bonus Series dropping May 19th! (1:00:47)
#Quah question #1 – What do you guys do to keep up strength when resting an injury? (1:01:37)
#Quah question #2 – What should you do if you are reverse dieting but see weight gain? (1:04:17)
#Quah question #3 – Will taking NSAID’s to treat an acute injury completely negate gains from strength training? (1:06:04)
#Quah question #4 – How do you see AI affecting the fitness industry? What are the pros and cons that can come of its involvement for trainers, nutrition coaches and their clients? (1:09:26)
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Mechanisms and applications of the anti-inflammatory effects of photobiomodulation
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Before You Take Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro Listen to This!
The challenges for people taking GLP-1s. (1:10)
GLP-1s do NOT cause muscle loss. (3:10)
The under-muscled epidemic. (5:48)
The way GLP-1s work and what they do. (7:45)
Obesity vs. under muscled. (11:12)
Losing muscle is bad. How do you stop that from happening when on a GLP-1?
#1 - Titrate the dose if too strong. Why you should go through a compound pharmacy. (13:30)
#2 - Eat high protein. (16:49)
#3 - Lift daily. (20:32)
#4 - Drink ½ to 1 gallon of water daily. (24:18)
#5 - Use essential amino acids, creatine, electrolytes, HMB. (25:42)
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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.
Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 ways to progressively overload the body without adding weight to the bar. (2:00)
Can sodium curb your carb cravings? (24:55)
Arrival fallacy. (27:08)
Salt water vs chlorine. (31:54)
ADHD medications and the impact of the modeling of the brain. (37:02)
Mind Pump Group Coaching is back! (52:49)
The euphoric feeling from Ned. (54:25)
#ListenerLive question #1 – What is the best way to eat to get a bigger chest and shoulders and more of an upper body for function and fashion? (56:13)
#ListenerLive question #2 – Is there something that you would suggest for someone who has limited weights to progressively overload? (1:13:59)
#ListenerLive question #3 – What are your recommended best practices when training youth athletes? (1:20:54)
#ListenerLive question #4 – Should I continue to strength train 4-5 days a week if my sleep is poor? (1:29:59)
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Mind Pump #1282: The #1 Key to Consistently Building Muscle & Strength (Avoid Plateaus!)
Mind Pump #1050: Mark Manson- The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck
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What is EMDR? – Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing
People Mentioned
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Mark Manson (@IAmMarkManson) X/Twitter
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Mike Israetel
How powerful is muscle memory? (1:35)
The amount of strength training required for the average person to build muscle. (10:01)
Why in some cases doing less is best. (14:57)
His demons and sharing his own personal journey. (19:00)
Balancing relationships, family, and business. (23:20)
GLP-1s are here to stay! (29:21)
Any downsides to myostatin-inhibiting drugs? (35:05)
Hot takes on reverse dieting. (38:45)
Science-based vs. being a practitioner. (52:48)
Calling out the cortisol junkies. (58:52)
Why going down the difficult route is how you are going to get in shape. (1:05:30)
What advice has he changed his mind on? (1:12:14)
Highlighting the indirect results of taking a GLP-1. (1:16:48)
The downstream negative effects of “exercise in a pill.” (1:21:26)
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Featured Guest/People Mentioned
Michael Israetel (@drmikeisraetel) Instagram
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Hany Rambod (@hanyrambod) Instagram
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Melissa Davis, PhD (@regressive_underload) Instagram
In This Episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin Coach Four Pump Heads via Zoom.
Mind Pump Fit Tip: 6 EASY steps to good health. (1:43)
Seek out being bored. (26:25)
Adam and Doug’s driving experience. (36:32)
The Paleovalley protein diet. (42:27)
Negative motivation. (45:11)
When your wife doesn’t get it. (47:57)
Porsche experience. (49:50)
Probiotics and muscle strength. (54:36)
#ListenerLive question #1 – What’s the best weight training approach to getting my speed back? (57:52)
#ListenerLive question #2 – Any advice on boosting my appetite? I find food repulsive. (1:11:11)
#ListenerLive question #3 – How long can you stay in a cut without losing the progress I made on a reverse diet (1:19:55)
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Mind Pump #2437: What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Ultra-Processed Foods for 30 Days
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Mind Pump #2567: Women Who Lift: Breaking Myths and Building Muscle
People Mentioned
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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: Six Weird Lifts That Make You Strong AF!(1:39)
The importance of a good night’s sleep. (18:31)
Creatine to improve brain function. (24:59)
A check-in with Mark who was a former winner of the Rock Recovery Center scholarship. (26:21)
Calling out poor trainers in the space and the importance of building your business the RIGHT way. (39:03)
Social media does NOT reflect reality. (44:33)
Adam’s ribs are the best. (47:02)
What makes a trainer or coach effective. (49:51)
Crazy stats with Adam. (55:09)
We are heading towards an existential crisis. (57:01)
Like father, like son. (58:55)
#Quah question #1 – How can I work on getting deeper into the squat position? (1:00:45)
#Quah question #2 – As a trainer, are you still learning something new every day? If so, what? (1:03:40)
#Quah question #3 – How do you transition to a healthy relationship with food, after counting macros and being regimented a long time? (1:07:08)
#Quah question #4 – Tips on coming back from being sick. I've been out with double sinus and ear infections since 4/17. No lifting, no anything for 12 days. Lost 5lbs and feeling weak. What do I do, same workout, lower weights? Lower weights, lower reps? (1:10:36)
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6 Things Every Dad Should Do
The fatherless effect. (1:10)
Dad’s impact on the health of the family. (3:39)
6 Things Every New Dad Should Do
#1 - Be strong and fit. (5:44)
#2 - Be hard-working. (13:41)
#3 - Learn how to defend your family. (17:24)
#4 - Understand your wife. (21:48)
#5 - Pursue faith. (29:20)
#6 - Invest well. (37:14)
Questions:
What’s the best workout? (44:15)
Best supplements? (45:36)
Any good books? (46:36)
What about TRT? (47:44)
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Mind Pump #2535: Seven Steps to Go from Dad Bod to Fit at 40
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