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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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2650: Top 7 Underrated Supplements 0
Jul 28, 2025

Top 7 Underrated Supplements

  • Top 7 Underrated Supplements. (1:11)

  • #1 - Vitamin D. (50%) take 2000-4000iu. (2:01)

  • #2 - Vitamin k2. (97%) 100micrograms a day. (8:48)

  • #3 - NAC. 600-1800mgs a day. (11:52)

  • #4 - Berberine. 500mgs 3x day w/food. (13:23)

  • #5 - Glycine. Take before bed on an empty stomach. (15:34)

  • #6 - Choline. 500-2000mgs a day. (17:04)

  • #7 - Grape seed extract. 100-300mgs daily. (21:18)

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2649: Top 9 Exercises for Each Body Part Based on EMG Research & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jul 26, 2025

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Top 9 Exercises for Each Body Part Based on EMG Research. (1:49)

  • Addressing price concerns of the face serum from Caldera. (26:20)

  • When Elmo gets hacked! (28:07)

  • It’s getting wild out there on social media. (29:54)

  • Shout out to the John Delony Show. (32:23)

  • Horrific surrogate situation. (37:03)

  • How inactive are we that our brains are atrophying? (43:42)

  • Prediabetes in teens. (45:23)

  • ‘Feral Summer’ trend. (48:33)

  • Green juice to reduce inflammation. (57:04)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 – Any advice for losing weight without taking phentermine? (59:29)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 – From your perspective of high school programming, how do you think I should move forward with a very morbidly obese student? (1:10:52)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 –  What program would be the best to optimize my benefits with my new hormone protocol? (1:28:03)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – How do you approach, A. Recognizing the challenges in a situation where you need some help? B. Identifying the best resource and getting over the hurdle of asking people for help. (1:39:45)

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2648: Nine Reasons Getting Stronger is the Best Physical Pursuit & More (Listener Coaching) 0
Jul 25, 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: 9 Reasons Getting Stronger is the Best Physical Pursuit. (1:58)

  • The different stages of raising a child. (24:07)

  • The ultimate nootropic, methylene blue. (42:27)

  • Peeing outside. (48:16)

  • Sauna/hot tub and sodium. (50:01)

  • When your hormones are feeling REALLY good. (52:06)

  • Kids say the darndest things. (56:00)

  • #Quah question #1 – What are your thoughts on day-long workouts? I work from home most days, and I like to spread my workout throughout the day. (57:45)

  • #Quah question #2 – How to break through plateaus? I've been stuck on preacher curls, among other exercises, for two months. (1:02:39)

  • #Quah question #3 – I’m about as beginner as a beginner can get when it comes to lifting, to the point that I don’t know how to get started, and I have no clue what my baseline is. Do I just go to the weight bench and throw on some plates? What is the very first step for someone who has never lifted? (1:04:40)

  • #Quah question #4 – You always mention going for a walk after a meal. Does going before eating have the same benefits or not? (1:09:09)

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2647:  Five Easy Steps to Lose 15 Pounds in 60 Days 0
Jul 24, 2025

 5 Easy Steps to Lose 15 lbs. in 60 Days

  • 5 Easy Steps to Lose 15 lbs. in 60 Days. (1:24)

  • #1 - Only eat real food. (3:36)

  • #2 - Eat target body weight in protein and eat it first. (6:30)

  • #3 - Eat sitting, with no distractions. (10:42)

  • #4 – Full-body strength training 2-3 days a week. (14:19)

  • #5 - Walk 10 mins after every meal. (17:20)

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2646: Ten Signs You May Benefit From Hormone Therapy & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jul 23, 2025

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: 10 Signs You May Benefit from Hormone Therapy. (2:26)

  • Justin’s NASCAR experience. (27:41)

  • To share or not to share. (36:51)

  • Incredible brain studies using Brain.fm. (41:52)

  • This is not financial advice. (48:00)

  • Cannabinoids and heart health. (51:13)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 – How can I heal my relationship with food? (57:27)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 – Is there any difference in strength results between a conventional back squat compared to using the safety squat bar? (1:12:42)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – What are the signs your calories are too low? (1:16:39)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – What program should I run after going through the RGB bundle? (1:30:09)

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2645: Muscle Building & Fat Loss Shortcuts for the Over 40 Crowd With Stan Efferding 0
Jul 21, 2025

Over 40 Muscle Building & Fat Loss Shortcuts with Stan Efferding

  • The impact of ‘island time’ on his overall health. (3:16)

  • Shakes are for fakes, eat steaks! (11:55)

  • Supplementation vs whole foods. (16:22)

  • Busting cholesterol myths. (18:18)

  • Energy intake versus energy expenditure with weight loss. (19:48)

  • The components of lifting responsibly as you age. (25:14)

  • Doing the least amount as possible to elicit the most amount of change. (39:08)

  • The benefits of isometrics. (44:21)

  • Eliminating junk volume. (53:19)

  • The value trigger sessions. (58:03)

  • His attitude toward sodium. (1:00:30)

  • Peptide intervention: The good, the bad, and the ugly. (1:12:54)

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2644: Eight Best Carbs for Bodybuilding & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jul 19, 2025

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 8 Best Carbs for Bodybuilding. (1:45)

  • Will consuming a protein shake before bed disrupt your sleep? (17:51)

  • Invest in your sleep! (22:37)

  • Hyper-domesticated men. (27:17)

  • The oldest mention of progressive resistance. (41:34)

  • Wolverine stack for quick recovery. (44:31)

  • Obscure combat sports. (53:56)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 – Is there any way to make progress from strength training on 5-6 hours of sleep? (1:03:37)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 – Is this what it looks like, or is there a way that I can get leaner? Or do I keep learning the lessons and the leanness will come? (1:16:53)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – Can you provide any insight on my recent forearm and shoulder pain before I see a physical therapist? (1:31:22)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – How should I train while doing a degree that includes quite a bit of sports and endurance too? (1:38:55)

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2643: Six Data-Backed Reasons Why Becoming a Father is a Hack & More (Listener Coaching) 0
Jul 18, 2025

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: 6 Data-Backed Reasons Why Becoming a Father is a Hack. (1:37)

  • Tech addiction and the downstream effects on your brain. (28:47)

  • 10 reasons why people go to rehab. (36:22)

  • AI worship. (39:21)

  • Kids say the darndest things. (43:53)

  • Bullish on Bitcoin. (49:37)

  • Hustles experienced. (51:57)

  • Elite Trainer Academy Podcast. (53:29)

  • #Quah question #1 – I keep seeing female fitness influencers show off their flat stomachs and basketball-sized booties while telling social media how this look is attainable. But is it really? I have always noticed with my own body that when my waist becomes more snatched, my glutes begin to shrink. So, how can I or anyone else achieve that basketball-sized booty while attaining a flat stomach at the same time? (56:31)

  • #Quah question #2 – How often should I change my routine? Should it be a complete overhaul or a change to a specific exercise? (1:00:17)

  • #Quah question #3 – Are belt squats as beneficial as barbell squats? (1:04:45)

  • #Quah question #4 – Best workout plan for an overweight new dad? (1:06:53)

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2642: The Top 10 Posture Fixing Techniques 0
Jul 17, 2025

The Top 10 Posture Fixing Techniques

  • Why it’s NECESSARY to strengthen good posture. (0:57)

  • The Top 10 Posture Fixing Techniques

  • #1 - Seated rows. (8:30)

  • #2 - Prone cobra. (11:01)

  • #3 - Static stretching of the pecs/delts. (12:17)

  • #4 - Standing straight arm pulldown. (15:42)

  • #5 - Farmer walks. (17:15)

  • #6 - Planks with posterior tilt. (18:13)

  • #7 - Physio ball crunches. (21:27)

  • #8 - Thread the needle. (24:22)

  • #9 - Hip bridge. (26:21)

  • #10 - Child’s pose with reach. (28:22)

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2641: Five Ways Your Emotions Are Making You Fat and Unhealthy and How to Fix Them & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jul 16, 2025

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 Ways Your Emotions Are Making You Fat and Unhealthy and How to Fix Them. (2:30)

  • Is there zero need for billionaires? (26:23)

  • Dead internet theory. (34:00)

  • Stop it with the Epstein nonsense. (37:15)

  • Fake vs. real creatine gummies. (38:57)

  • Shock and awe. (43:53)

  • The BEST home gym you can have. (52:40)

  • Technique vs. strength. (54:25)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 – If I were to switch my training over to a functional bodybuilding style approach, how would I go about trying to maintain as much muscle mass as I can that I’ve built over the past 8 years? (59:10)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 – Any insight you all can provide on why I continuously pull/strain my calf muscles? (1:09:48)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – How can I get my efforts to match my results? (1:21:57)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – What did I do wrong when running MAPS Anabolic, and how did I manage to screw it up so badly? (1:32:20)

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2640: Ten Lessons for the Fitness Entrepreneur 0
Jul 14, 2025

 Ten Lessons for the Fitness Entrepreneur

  • Ten Lessons for the Fitness Entrepreneur

  • #1 - Embrace Failure as a Teacher. (1:21)

  • #2 - Focus on Customer Needs. (4:52)

  • #3   Start Small, Scale Smart. (7:20)

  • #4 - Build a Strong Team. (11:08)

  • #5 - Cash Flow is King. (14:02)

  • #6 - Adapt to Change. (18:55)

  • #7 - Network Relentlessly. (23:49)

  • #8 - Prioritize Time Management. (28:09)

  • #9 - Stay Resilient. (33:07)

  • #10 - Keep Learning. (37:10)

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2639: The 5 Reasons Why People Can’t Stop Fasting & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jul 12, 2025

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 5 Reasons Why People Can’t Stop Fasting. (1:51)

  • Why Sal doesn’t want to do his upcoming YouTube series. (21:47)

  • The MOST powerful skin regeneration protocol. (32:22)

  • Hidden gems in animated films. (35:44)

  • What a terrible accident. (38:41)

  • The pressures of teen dating and the delicate tackling of it as a parent. (41:00)

  • The neuropsychology of raising children. (49:38)

  • Guess Who? (55:52)

  • Zbiotics customer testimonials. (57:33)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 – How would I go about correcting rib flare? (1:03:28)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 – Is diet the thing that is holding me back from building muscle more than the programming? (1:08:33)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – What's the best way to figure out how much weight to lift when in a deficit? Finally, if I only use MAPS 15 for the rest of my life, will I receive all the benefits I need, or do I need to switch up my programs? (1:18:23)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – UPDATE: My thoughts on MAPS Aesthetic as a 67-year-old man. (1:26:00)

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2638: Five Proven Ways to Age Slower & More (Listener Coaching) 0
Jul 11, 2025

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 Proven Ways to Age SLOWER. (1:43)

  • The older you get the faster you age. (28:25)

  • Would you trade wisdom to go back 10 years? (30:00)

  • Roasting a “puke” trainer. (33:42)

  • The EXPLOSION of the peptide market. (37:25)

  • Will AI replace doctors? (43:37)

  • A product SO good, it ruined that whole category for you. (51:51)

  • Pink Pony Club. (53:29)

  • #Quah question #1 – Should you add more weight or do more reps? (59:06)

  • #Quah question #2 – I’ve heard you guys say protein is hit or miss daily, it’s not a weekly average. Why? If I hit 150G one day, 250G the next, for an average of 200G per day, why does that not work? (1:04:21)

  • #Quah question #3 – I keep seeing that taking Baking Soda before you work out will give you bigger pumps. Is there any truth to this? I’m worried instead of getting bigger pumps it’s going to be bigger dumps. (1:06:25)

  • #Quah question #4 – Any tips for hitting all heads of the triceps when behind-the-neck movements cause elbow pain/discomfort? I don’t think it’s a mobility issue, since the pain is at the flexion point, not when having hands behind the head. (1:10:31)

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2637: The Best Supplement + Workout Program Combos for Results 0
Jul 10, 2025

Summer Stack — The Best Supplement + Program Combos for Results

  • Summer Stack — The Best Supplement + Program Combos for Specific Results. (1:31)

  • #1 - For muscle mass: Whey protein + creatine. (4:51)

  • Program: MAPS Anabolic

  • #2 - For targeted sculpting: Essential amino acids (for calorie restriction), creatine, and whey protein. (10:21)

  • Program: MAPS Symmetry 

  • #3 - For mobility: Omega 3s + water. (17:19)

  • Program: MAPS Prime Pro

  • #4 - For athletic performance: Creatine, caffeine, and beetroot powder. (23:18)

  • Program: MAPS Performance

  • #5 - Stress reduction: Ashwagandha + magnesium. (27:00)

  • Program: MAPS 15

  • #6 - Fat loss: Green tea extract (EGCG) + essential amino acids. (31:10)

  • Program: MAPS HIIT

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2636: The Perfect Activity, Exercise & Diet Balance for True Health & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jul 9, 2025

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: What is the perfect amount of exercise, steps, and diet? (2:10)

  • Outsource thinking, and your brain stops thinking. (21:43)

  • AI is getting insubordinate. (30:19)

  • It’s BBQ season! (32:48)

  • Things that are accepted, but should be considered scams. (35:33)

  • Sal has a good experience with the local cops. (40:52)

  • Creatine and kids. (44:50)

  • iPad vs. TV. (45:47)

  • Mello your sleep. (53:42)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 – How do you define a good night’s sleep? (57:31)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 – I have significant pain in my wrists when completing barbell front squats. How can I fix this issue? (1:02:57)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – I’m feeling great at 48. What should I focus on to continue progressing and staying healthy well into my 50s and beyond? Any tips for keeping it fun and sustainable for the long term?  (1:09:22)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – How do I keep pushing forward in a way that balances health, performance, and visible results without getting discouraged by the slower pace? (1:20:22)

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2635: Secrets From a Top Trainer With Jordan Syatt 0
Jul 7, 2025

Secrets from a Top Trainer Jordan Syatt

  • If you’re here to make money, you are in the wrong profession. (2:00)

  • What motivated his recent content for children? (7:51)

  • The nuance surrounding all the recent Government health policies. (17:40)

  • GLP-1s: A cultural moment. (21:28)

  • Will trainers be obsolete when we have medical interventions to solve these issues? (24:32)

  • The value of the struggle and challenge. (26:25)

  • His greatest source of purpose. (30:52)

  • Greatest challenges with parenting. (36:33)

  • Family comes first. (38:44)

  • Tackling nutrition with your kids. (40:39)

  • Work/life balance. (43:39)

  • The value of loaded stretching for longevity. (49:21)

  • The next big trend. (1:01:42)

  • Don’t eat like an asshole. (1:04:17)

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2634: Four Weird Reasons You Have Joint or Muscle Pain & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jul 5, 2025


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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: 4 Weird Reasons You Have Joint or Muscle Pain. (1:43)

  • The highest IQ ever recorded. (19:24)

  • The top 5 physical attributes that women consider attractive in a man. (26:33)

  • There are levels to everything. (30:37)

  • Pondering vs. speed when it comes to making decisions. (34:56)

  • Creatine and women. (38:44)

  • How addiction flourishes in the dark. (42:19)

  • Psilocybin and depression. (43:21)

  • Controversial parenting topic: Spanking your kids. (45:31)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 – Given my scale weight isn’t moving, should I try higher calories even though I can’t do as much volume-wise? (1:02:52)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 – Can you mix the workouts from different phases of a MAPS program based on the settings and time you have to workout for that week? (1:16:03)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – Am I wasting my time doing hot vinyasa style yoga? Does it have any benefits as far as building muscle and burning fat? (1:26:23)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – Within the MAPS programs, what do you suggest for focusing on shoulders/traps and how do you incorporate MAPS Prime into your strength training? (1:37:12)

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2633: Seven Ways Working Out Too Much Is Making You Fat & More (Listener Coaching) 0
Jul 4, 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: 7 Ways Working Out Too Much Is Making You Fat. (1:32)

  • Happy Drops make you horny. (19:30)

  • Cautioning tea drinkers. (26:28)

  • Scented candles are poison. (28:21)

  • The most common cancer in young men. (31:34)

  • Adam and Sal’s awkward photo shoot. (34:56)

  • What is something a past relationship has taught you about yourself? (37:38)

  • Controversial parenting topics. (45:19)

  • Mind Pump is looking for trainers. Apply today! (54:31)

  • #Quah question #1 – How do I practice bracing for exercises like squats? (55:51)

  • #Quah question #2 – Can very dry skin and lips, despite constantly moisturizing, drinking 2-3 liters of water a day, and lowering weekly weight training volume, be a sign of overtraining? (59:01)

  • #Quah question #3 – For those on a GLP-1, is it more important to hit your protein target OR strength train, in the event you're struggling to consistently hit protein but ARE consistent with strength training? Ultimately, is that ok? (1:00:26)

  • #Quah question #4 – In today's world, it’s easy for men to isolate themselves and sacrifice their hobbies and friendships for their family's well-being. How do you guys juggle responsibility as a father and husband while still keeping some friends and hobbies that you enjoy doing? (1:01:42)

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2632: Supplement Wizard & Organifi Founder Drew Canole 0
Jul 3, 2025

 Supplement Wizard & Organifi Founder Drew Canole

  • Where does he get his ideas? (1:25)

  • Multi-dimensional mindset. (7:10)

  • How do they make these compounds taste so good? (9:04)

  • His newfound obsession with protecting his daughter. (12:50)

  • A 10+ year partnership. (13:44)

  • The biggest shift in the supplement space. (15:44)

  • The formula for staying relevant and authentic. (16:47)

  • Pro-regulation or not? (23:01)

  • Drew’s health crisis. (28:10)

  • His homebirth experience. (30:20)

  • Post-traumatic growth. (32:36)

  • Leveling up as a human. (38:28)

  • Changing into your Dad clothes. (40:08)

  • How has becoming a father changed him? (44:45)

  • Technology and children. (51:49)

  • Capturing your audience. (54:09)

  • The scary fertility downward trend. (56:05)

  • Nature is the greatest healer. (59:27)

  • The Organifi typical avatar. (1:03:19)

  • Customer first. (1:05:16)

  • Balancing diet & workouts with your current stage of life. (1:09:33)

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2631: Five Tricks to Boost Protein Intake & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jul 2, 2025

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 tricks to boost protein intake. (2:19)

  • Resistance training alone for fat loss vs. cardio alone for fat loss. (17:47)

  • The potential dangers of Myostatin suppression. (26:44)

  • Do THIS instead of Botox! (32:40)

  • Does Botox affect your ability to empathize? (36:05)

  • Empathy and emotions. (40:46)

  • The best supplement for blood flow. (1:02:37)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 – Will increasing my calories be irresponsible?  I’ve heard that increasing calories can sometimes help with weight loss if you are under-eating. (1:04:23)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 – If you guys had to pick between prioritizing meals or sleep, which one should I focus on more? (1:19:43)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – Could my lack of quad development be caused by a hip imbalance? (1:32:09)

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Bradley Martyn (@bradleymartyn) Instagram

2630: Fat Loss & Optimizing the Metabolism With Dr. Ben Bikman 0
Jun 30, 2025

Fat Loss & Metabolism with Dr. Ben Bikman

  • Challenging the dogma surrounding heart disease. (1:32)

  • Is there a connection between dementia and heart disease? (12:05)

  • Strength training and Alzheimer’s. (17:49)

  • Learning something new helps put off dementia. (22:45)

  • The connection between insulin resistance and your body’s inability to fight off infection. (25:17)

  • We put TOO much attention on total cholesterol. (27:55)

  • Fat cells dynamics explained. (30:13)

  • Why your metabolism is EXTREMELY complex. (44:14)

  • Mitochondrial uncoupling. (48:51)

  • Ketones and athletic performance. (55:39)

  • The problem with DNP. (58:11)

  • Why he is a HUGE advocate of creatine. (1:01:03)

  • The brain loves ketones. (1:04:33)

  • Keep your running shoes in the closet, GO STRENGTH TRAIN! (1:05:32)

  • The metabolic origins of chronic disease. (1:08:10)

  • How GLP-1s are being overused and the proper way to use them. (1:14:48)

  • The resurgence of religion. (1:37:57)

  • As a scientist, did he ever doubt his faith? (1:41:28)

  • The most profound moment of his life. (1:45:51)

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2629: Seven Natural Ways to Crush Chronic Inflammation & Pain (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jun 28, 2025

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: 7 natural ways to crush chronic inflammation and pain. (1:32)

  • The benefits of regular napping. (21:50)

  • Overactive bladder syndrome. (28:25)

  • Green tea consumption = higher testosterone. (35:48)

  • If you were stranded on an island, would you rather be by yourself or with your worst enemy? (36:40)

  • Adam’s Best Buy fiasco. (43:11)

  • Sodium, low-carb diets, and performance. (47:42)

  • Previewing Sal’s upcoming YouTube series. (49:54)

  • Mind Pump is looking for trainers. Apply today! (53:24)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 – Is MAPS Muscle Mommy the right program for me being 14 months post-partum? If I’m only lifting 3 days a week and not looking to do extra work from home, are the trigger sessions necessary? (54:10)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 – How can someone in a cut still feel confident about their progress when the scale isn’t moving? (1:10:22)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – How would you go about actively inspiring reform and rebuilding a community for people who are so set in their ways? (1:18:57)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – Is there anything I can do to build a more resilient CNS or recover better so I don’t need those rest weeks as often? (1:36:20)

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2628: Six Controversial Muscle-Building & Fat-Burning Tips & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jun 27, 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: 6 controversial muscle-building & fat-burning tips. (1:24)

  • HMB for muscle-building. (20:37)

  • Free weights vs machines. (26:55)

  • Fun table topic starters for deep conversations. (28:52)

  • The Shilajit reviews are in. (48:22)

  • Bacteria vs. virus. (51:28)

  • #Quah question #1 – People are always talking about having trouble connecting with their glutes, but I have a bigger problem connecting with my pecs. Any recommendations? (55:06)

  • #Quah question #2 – When getting home late, is it better to go to bed asap and get good sleep or eat a late-night meal and hit protein? (58:20)

  • #Quah question #3 – I've injured myself a few times outside of the gym, especially my lower back, and it's limiting the exercises I can do. What's the best way to safely build those muscles back to where they should be, and to keep progressing in other areas while I do? (1:00:21)

  • #Quah question #4 – Should I use squat shoes to improve my range of motion in squats? (1:02:34)

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2627: The 8 Most Controversial and Awesome Strength Training Exercises 0
Jun 26, 2025

The 8 Most Controversial and Awesome Strength Training Exercises

  • Every exercise is good if applied properly, with good mobility and stability. (0:49)

  • The 8 Most Controversial and Awesome Strength Training Exercises, Who They’re For, Who Should Do Them, and How to Apply Them. 

  • #1 - Behind the neck press. (3:00)

  • #2 - Upright row. (8:14)

  • #3 - Kipping pull-up. (11:10)

  • #4 - Barbell good morning. (17:27)

  • #5 - Box jumps. (19:14)

  • #6 - Behind neck pull down. (23:53)

  • #7 - Roman chair sit-ups. (26:29)

  • #8 - Jefferson curl. (29:25)

  • Honorable mention: Sissy squats. (33:25)

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2626: Five Weird & Cool Gym Facts 0
Jun 25, 2025

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: 5 weird and cool gym facts. (2:05)

  • Busting the myths surrounding upright rows. (25:17)

  • The real art of being a smart trainer and getting back to customer obsession. (29:59)

  • Fun Facts with Justin: The Capybara. (43:13)

  • Caldera before and after’s. (46:01)

  • How temperature affects your sleep. (48:49)

  • Big guy in a small plane chair. (51:00)

  • Mind Pump is looking for trainers. Apply today! (55:56)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 – I'm getting very incremental results with MAPS 15. What am I doing wrong? (56:43)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 – What adverse effects does TRT have? (1:11:35)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 – My downfall has been staying consistent with my diet & workouts. Any advice or a plan to break this relationship? (1:25:45)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – I’ve been frustrated and feeling lost in the last 5-6 months, and I do not know where to go from here in terms of my lifting and how to progress with any lifts without causing injury. Please help! (1:45:13)

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