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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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2271: Signs You Should Stop Reverse Dieting, the Truth About Ice Baths & Muscle Growth, Tips to Improve Bench Press Strength & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Feb 14, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you want to improve your cognitive function, GET STRONGER! (2:23)

  • How we confuse knowledge with brain power. (12:27)

  • Conspiracy Corner with Mind Pump: Operation Popeye. (25:37)

  • Speculating on what crazy things may happen leading up to the Presidential election. (28:45)

  • Gorilla strong! (36:17)

  • The benefits of GHK-cu. (40:09)

  • Fun Forgotten Supplements with Sal: Methylene blue. (42:59)

  • Ranking the guy’s healthiest and unhealthiest fitness friends in the space. (47:10)

  • Get NCI’s Coaches Toolkit for FREE! (53:52)

  • Shout out to Slow Horses on Apple+. (55:52)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - If I want to keep with my cold exposure, when would be the best time to implement it? (57:25)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Any tips on strengthening the lower motion of my bench press? (1:10:55)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Everyone keeps telling me I should do cardio and even the Dexa AI advised that I start cutting before I start bulking. Am I doing something wrong? Should I incorporate some cardio? Also, I gained 20 lbs on the scale, is this normal? (1:19:07)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - I’m a speech therapist wanting to expand my practice to include fitness. If I pursue this, would you recommend doing an adaptive personal training certification or something somewhere like NASM? (1:33:12)

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  • Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com

  • Visit Entera Skincare for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MPM at checkout for 10% off their order or 10% off their first month of a subscribe-and-save. **

  • Exclusively for Mind Pump Listeners, NCI is giving the plug-and-play system every coach needs...completely for FREE! 

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2270: The Best Band Exercises for Maximum Muscle Gain 0
Feb 12, 2024

  • The evolution of resistance bands. (1:02)

  • The thing to pay attention to with any resistance tool. (2:55)

  • Bands do NOT damage your body. (5:41)

  • The convenience factor. (7:49)

  • The slow vs. fast tempo benefits. (8:49)

  • Helping to achieve that mind-to-muscle connection. (12:42)

  • The Nine Best Band Exercises for Maximum Muscle Gain

  • #1 - Band reverse lunge. (13:54)

  • #2 - Sissy squat. (16:20)

  • #3 - Banded push-up. (17:39)

  • #4 - Banded-pull up (add or take away). (18:49)

  • #5 - One-arm band rotational press. (20:54)

  • #6 - Pull-a-part. (22:31)

  • #7 - Band curl. (24:47)

  • #8 - Band overhead Tricep extension. (27:57)

  • #9 - Band side chop (anti-rotation). (29:17)

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2269: The Best Workout & Diet for a Granite Hard Look, Ways to Address Low Back Pain When Squatting, How to Build Muscle After Gastric Sleeve Surgery & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Feb 10, 2024

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: If you want to be PROUD of your age, START lifting weights. (2:18)

  • How the atmosphere in the gym has changed so much. (14:04)

  • The unplugged vs. plugged in. (17:57)

  • Being prepared for California winter storms. (25:00)

  • When boundaries don’t exist within different cultures. (30:14)

  • Taking ownership as a parent. (42:40)

  • Getting recognized in sponsor commercials. (48:11)

  • The science behind Zbiotics. (50:12)

  • There is a need in the market for somebody to teach trainers how to build and scale a business. (51:58)

  • Shout out to the Arnold Sports Festival! (56:41)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - How can I fix a weak squat? (57:44)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - How should you eat after gastric sleeve surgery to build muscle? (1:12:02)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - What should I expect in terms of muscle-building potential? (1:22:41)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - What’s the best workout and diet to get that granite hard look? (1:35:32)

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2268: The Truth About TRT & Being “Natural,” Full Body Vs Body Part Split Workouts, Current Mind Pump Host Workouts & More 0
Feb 9, 2024

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: If your goal is to be fat, sick, and unhealthy follow the government’s nutrition guidelines. (2:21)

  • Will extending life save humanity? (11:42)

  • The philosophical problems with cloning. (22:33)

  • The undiscussed damage that pornography is causing. (28:32)

  • Sal’s vasectomy consult experience. (36:28)

  • Government experiments gone wrong. (40:59)

  • Fun Facts with Justin: Tsavo Lions. (48:03)

  • The scariest thing to get eaten by. (51:01)

  • What spawns some ideas by scientists? (54:50)

  • Some of the guy's favorite Butcher Box items. (55:55)

  • Shout out to Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life: Life-Changing Tools for Healthy Relationships book. (1:01:22)

  • #Quah question #1 - I would love to hear how each member of Mind Pump is currently training right now. What program does their training most closely resemble? (1:02:56)

  • #Quah question #2 - Are full body or body part splits optimal for hypertrophy? Hoping sets and frequency equal. (1:09:37)

  • #Quah question #3 - Are peptides and TRT still allowed to claim natural? (1:14:15)

  • #Quah question #4 - I’m trying to train for a competition at my local gym where you have to rep your body weight on the bench and squat as many times as you can. Whoever has the most combined reps wins. I’m not sure what is the best way to approach this? (1:18:28)

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  • Entera Health: Unlock Longevity event – February 24, 2024 in Austin, TX ** Promo Code MINDPUMP20 – Anyone who uses this promo code will get 20% off their ticket price. **

  • Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer!

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2267: Dave Asprey Uncensored 0
Feb 8, 2024

  • When did entrepreneurship start for him? (2:50)

  • His big takeaways from growing a business. (10:15)

  • The four kinds of people. (13:04)

  • Always invest LESS than you want to invest. (18:05)

  • Personal growth from hitting rock bottom. (21:14)

  • His first experience with ayahuasca. (22:55)

  • The inspiration and science behind Bulletproof Coffee. (30:45)

  • You have control over your biology. (43:40)

  • Why chemical birth control is bad. (49:34)

  • Are you living in the world or are you living in a bubble? (53:56)

  • How did he start to get the mold out of his body? (58:05)

  • When did Danger Coffee start to take off? (1:02:39)

  • Why you should ALWAYS use filtered water to make your coffee. (1:10:40)

  • Amazon will destroy your business. (1:13:11)

  • Forced vegan nonsense. (1:15:12)

  • His journey with money. (1:18:38)

  • Creating opportunities to do something better. (1:29:49)

  • The hardest thing about fatherhood. (1:34:54)

  • Being present with your children. (1:36:59)

  • The BIG goals with his new companies. (1:39:25)

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2266: Ways to Overcome a Lifelong Weight Challenge, How to Avoid Weekend Binges, Choosing Between Bulking or Cutting & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Feb 7, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Consider this when programming exercises for muscle building: Middle, stretch, and squeeze. (2:49)

  • When Mind Pump gets surprised by a guest. (13:46)

  • Do supplements really make a difference? (20:43)

  • Mind Pump is going to Arnold! (29:39)

  • Scary News with Sal: Double brooding cicadas. (30:47)

  • Mind Pump proposals. (32:07)

  • Mind Pump Recommends, Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life: Life-Changing Tools for Healthy Relationships book. (41:10)

  • Parent hacks with Adam. (42:46)

  • How Ned has replaced cannabis use for Sal. (51:44)

  • Organifi photoshoots on brand. (55:57)

  • Shout out to The Leapfrog book series. (1:00:04)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - I stopped dieting, and now I can't lose any body fat. I need advice. (1:00:51)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Can you share some tips and tricks so I can have a more balanced lifestyle around food? (1:22:58)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Should I cut, build, or reverse? What should my next few steps for this year look like? I have ‘yo-yo’ dieted my whole life due to an eating disorder, body image issues, and an all-or-nothing mindset. (1:34:11)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - When meeting with female clients for the first time who have had children and discussing their goals, their response is usually “I’d just love to have the body back that I had before having kids.” How do you set realistic expectations? (1:49:54)

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2265: Why Powerlifting is Better Than Bodybuilding 0
Feb 5, 2024

  • The differences between competition and culture. (1:14)

  • Six Reasons Why Powerlifting is Better than Bodybuilding.

  • #1 - It’s performance-based vs aesthetics. (3:33)

  • #2 - Workouts are more science-based. (11:34)

  • #3 - Purely objective judging. (17:38)

  • #4 - Discourages undereating. (22:10)

  • #5 - Very encouraging community. (27:43)

  • #6 - Much healthier for women. (33:15)

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2264: How to Eat More & Lose Fat, When to Raise Calories When Reverse Dieting, Ways to Transition Away from Working with a Fitness or Diet Coach & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Feb 3, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you can’t eat enough protein, amino acid supplements may help. (2:15)

  • Recapping Justin’s birthday weekend: Muscle cars and rocking out with the boys. (13:22)

  • Adam’s evolution around masterminds. (24:55)

  • The benefits of red-light therapy and how the guys have used their Joovv devices. (42:55)

  • Testosterone is making people more resistant to losing. (45:08)

  • Delaying gratification debunked? (46:22)

  • Earth-friendly diet? (51:04)

  • Using a hand grenade to crack walnuts. (54:56)

  • Costco’s weird return policy. (56:45)

  • Shout out to Steven Rodriguez. (1:01:42)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - What advice and programs would you guys suggest I do for the next couple of years to be at my best physique? (1:02:44)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Any advice for someone who has engaged with professional coaching and is now looking to transition out and work on their own? (1:15:11)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How do I never cut again? (1:26:08)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - As a relatively new lifter, I want to follow MAPS programs and want to chase health and do it in a healthy way. So, in 4 years I will have a physique I’m proud to present on stage in a competition. I don’t have to win but want to build a physique I’m proud of. (1:38:41)

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2263: How Much Protein is Ideal, Ways to Tell Your Metabolism is Improving, When to Add a Deload Week & More 0
Feb 2, 2024

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 want to get leaner, BUMP your calories! (1:59)

  • Team Peanut Butter or Jelly? (10:31)

  • Using Joy Mode to boost energy not just in the bedroom. (15:55)

  • Justin’s fashion muse. (20:34)

  • A PSA for all parents attending their kid’s sporting events. (24:10)

  • NASM has amazing offers on courses you may not expect. (33:26)

  • We MUST face this obesity epidemic. (36:46)

  • Weight Watchers and GLP-1. (38:41)

  • Daddy’s little girl. (51:04)

  • Sal shares his latest interest in Vagus nerve stimulation. (53:12)

  • Shout out to the Mission City Monarchs. (55:20)

  • #Quah question #1 - I’m on a reverse diet. I do not want to weigh myself because it messes with my mind. How do I know my metabolism is improving? (58:33)

  • #Quah question #2 - Was listening to some old episodes and the protein recommended was .5-.7 grams per pound. When and why did that change to 1 gram per pound? (1:00:34)

  • #Quah question #3 - Hearing people say they eat a lot of grams of protein and when I ask about portions, it seems low. Do you think a lot of people don’t realize that 100g chicken breast isn’t 100g protein? I’ve come to realize a lot of people have misconceptions. (1:02:56)

  • #Quah question #4 - Is it a good idea to do a deloading week after each phase of a workout plan? (1:08:13)

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  • Visit Joy Mode for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order**

  • Exclusively for Mind Pump Listeners, NASM is offering an extra $100 off select Certified Personal Trainer programs. ** Code MPM100 at checkout **

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Mission City Monarchs (@missioncitymonarchs) Instagram

2262: Six Reasons Trainers Fail 0
Feb 1, 2024

  • Why is there a high turnover rate? (1:22)

  • Why hiring a good trainer or coach DRAMATICALLY improves the odds of long-term success. (3:43)

  • Six Reasons Trainers Fail.

  • #1 - They can’t sell. (7:07)

  • #2 - They don’t speak the client’s language. (15:46)

  • #3 - They don’t understand the macros of business. (20:43)

  • #4- They don’t meet their clients where they are. (25:06)

  • #5 - They do what their clients want (and not what they need). (30:54)

  • #6 - They try to Razzle dazzle every workout. (35:05)

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2261: Ways to Reduce Upper Arm Fat, the Dangers of Consuming Excessive Protein Shakes, How to Quickly Improve Range of Motion & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jan 31, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Hide the scale for a successful weight-loss journey. (2:46)

  • When fashion trends come back into style. (11:56)

  • Fun Facts with Justin: The most expensive material on Earth. (22:05)

  • Do you MP? (24:09)

  • One day left to get the special Mind Pump Coaching Course launch! (24:47)

  • The more you know: The benefits of Shilajit. (25:43)

  • The science behind pheromones. (28:11)

  • Live sports ticket prices vs experience. (32:40)

  • Do attractive people produce less sperm than unattractive? (39:08)

  • Why we need to reevaluate our law system. (40:34)

  • Is Disneyland eliminating lines? (46:56)

  • An old dad move. (52:05)

  • Shout out to Josh Trent. (53:27)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Can you recommend steps or exercises to help restore my mobility? (54:36)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - When going through times when my sleep quality and quantity are severely affected, what should I be prioritizing? Should I be trying to train at all? How should I adjust my nutrition to aid my recovery? (1:03:48)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Is it ok if I am getting half my protein through shakes rather than whole foods? (1:20:27)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - I know I can’t spot reduce fat, but is there anything you suggest to help me make my arms less fatty? (1:34:06)

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Josh Trent (@joshtrentofficial) Instagram

2260: Look Younger & Live Longer With Dr. Adeel Khan 0
Jan 29, 2024

  • Explaining how the stem cells the guys got are DIFFERENT than the ones you can get in the United States. (3:04)

  • Why are the U.S. regulators so slow? (9:09)

  • Why he is so confident about the treatments he provides. (12:52)

  • 1st vs. 2nd generation stem cells. (15:53)

  • Where does he get his stem cells? (19:08)

  • How does the average consumer know how to wean out the charlatans? (20:12)

  • What are the Asian countries using stem cells for? (21:53)

  • What do people typically notice when they do stem cell treatment for anti-aging/longevity? (23:11)

  • More is better. (25:09)

  • His belief on what stem cell therapy will do to us as a species. (26:20)

  • Breaking down the stem cell treatments the guys got and the profound effects they’ve witnessed since. 

    • Adam. (28:21)

    • Sal. (47:13)

    • Justin. (56:12)

  • What treatment has had the biggest impact on his patients? (59:39)

  • In the future does he see these treatments to be affordable for the masses? (1:07:25)

  • How does he balance his personal and professional life? (1:09:35)

  • Wrestling with manufacturing adversity with his children. (1:16:56)

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2259: Mass Building Tips for a Hardgainer, How to Train if You Want to Work Out Every Day, the Best MAPS Program for a Teenager & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jan 27, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here are the three diets you should try and why. (2:25)

  • A girl will put up with the worst that her father has shown her. (17:03)

  • The importance and value of knowing your attachment style. (24:20)

  • A full-circle moment for the guys. (29:45)

  • The feeling of fulfillment seeing the audience taking action. (36:15)

  • There is so little we know about past existence. (37:52)

  • A lot of problems have happened because people went along. (45:35)

  • Using the Joovv pre-workout to improve the pump. (57:50)

  • Shout out to the Shawn Ryan Show. (1:00:38)

  • #ListenerLive question #1- Is it okay to work out every day if you are careful to alternate muscle groups? (1:02:03)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Is doing mobility in between sets ok? (1:15:49)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Any advice on why I am struggling to put on muscle and lean body mass? (1:24:18)

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2258: The Truth About Cycle-Syncing Workouts, Building Muscle While Training for Endurance, Using Hang Cleans to Improve Power & More 0
Jan 26, 2024

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 best strategy for long-term fitness & health. (2:40)

  • If the belt fits. (8:04)

  • Random embarrassing fun facts with Mind Pump. (14:54)

  • A status symbol to wear Vuori. (22:49)

  • The origin of the ‘Stanley’ cup phenomenon. (24:35)

  • The county with the highest anti-depressant users. (30:14)

  • Is Mind Pump sitting on a diet book? (32:39)

  • Climbing before walking. (37:13)

  • The silent epidemic of fertility. (40:28)

  • Fun Facts with Justin: The creation of the hydrogen car and Space Force. (44:35)

  • The benefits of the peptide GHK-CU. (47:27)

  • Shout out to Dadbodfitness on YouTube. (51:04)

  • #Quah question #1- Can you explain how hang cleans work for power development? (52:00)

  • #Quah question #2 - What are your thoughts on cycle-synching workouts with one's periods as a woman?  Is there any real benefit to it? (59:07)

  • #Quah question #3 - I’m trying to increase endurance; is there a specific rep range I should be training in? (1:05:17)

  • #Quah question #4 - What are your thoughts on hybrid training? Is it possible to train for a marathon and build muscle at the same time with enough calories? (1:09:35)

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2257: Why Hitting Fitness Goals is a Bad Idea 0
Jan 25, 2024

  • The trap of arrival fallacy. (2:40)

  • Four ways to set the RIGHT expectation instead of aiming to hit a goal.

  • #1 - Focus on the process. (9:48)

  • #2 - Be present (stop living in the future). (16:33)

  • #3 - Focus on what makes people happy (purpose, connection, spiritual practice, wanting less, and health, not looks). (24:51)

  • #4 - Practice gratitude. (28:17)

  • Personal hacks that have been successful for the guys. (32:44)

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Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram

2256: When Fasting is Unhealthy, The Effects of Testosterone Therapy on the Female Sex Drive, Eating Sushi & the Risk of Getting a Parasite & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jan 24, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: The #1 thing that will cause the BIGGEST positive impact on your health, fat loss, and muscle gain is SLEEP! (2:51)

  • How sports are the greatest example of evolution. (16:13)

  • The crazy evolution of TVs. (20:02)

  • The benefits of raw vs. traditional milk. (24:43)

  • ‘Dark’ milk. (28:53)

  • Fun Facts with Justin: The real-life Popeye. (36:21)

  • Constructing your favorite childhood sandwich. (39:25)

  • Singing risqué lyrics with your son. (42:35)

  • Adam’s “dad-win” with his son. (46:18)

  • An alternate male contraceptive to a vasectomy. (48:47)

  • Hulk Hogan gets baptized. (55:53)

  • Shout out to Father Steve Grunow. (57:07)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Any advice or experience working with post-op hip replacement surgery clients, getting stronger in different ways while healing, and taking into consideration post-menopause? (58:32)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Are all the benefits I am feeling a direct result of the testosterone or is there a chicken and the egg thing going on? (1:17:36)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - For a 113 lb. female who does not get satiated from protein and fiber and is trying to solve digestive issues, what the hell am I supposed to eat? (1:35:51)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 – Am I able to reverse the damage to my metabolism from extreme intermittent fasting? (1:45:31)

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2255: The Smart Way to Improve Speed, Power, & Performance With Brian Kula 0
Jan 22, 2024

  • The difference between how he applies or approaches training his athletes vs. how other athletes try to improve speed, power, and performance. (2:39)

  • It’s a family business! His background in the training space. (4:52)

  • The components that contribute to speed and how you train for it. (6:47)

  • Fatigue is the enemy. (8:19)

  • “If there’s a PR done in practice, you’re done with that session immediately.” (11:08)

  • Getting the client to adapt to the philosophy. (15:49)

  • The power of the central nervous system. (18:26)

  • How a warmup looks for one of his athletes. (21:21)

  • How the assessment process changes with various levels of athlete. (26:00)

  • Sleep is the #1 supplement. (28:10)

  • The fine line between using technology and simply kicking ass. (32:00)

  • Building upon the foundation built over years of experience and great mentors. (35:03)

  • The influence of various sports methods on how he programs. (37:18)

  • The three most important exercises for football players. (39:20)

  • The concept of ‘slack and contract’. (46:52)

  • The big rocks to aim for when it comes to diet and nutrition. (50:08)

  • What makes Christian McCaffrey so special? (52:44)

  • The level of difference between high school, college, and professional athletes. (55:02)

  • The mental attributes of top athletes that separate them. (59:25)

  • Does he get more joy from training younger or pro athletes? (1:01:20)

  • The work that goes into training a pro athlete. (1:02:57)

  • “If you choose to do something, there is inherent risk in all of them.” (1:05:54)

  • Top supplements for his athletes. (1:09:59)

  • His favorite recovery tools. (1:11:57)

  • How does he currently train? (1:13:12)

  • Scaling his business to a mainstream audience. (1:16:15)

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2254: The Risks of Eating Too Much Protein, How to Track Calories Burned from Exercise, Troubleshooting Slow Recovery from Minor Injuries & MORE 0
Jan 20, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: The very act of being healthy or pursuing health is REBELLION! Welcome to the war! (2:12)

  • Politicians are ugly actors. (18:05)

  • Potty-training experiences. (24:34)

  • Wrestling with manufacturing adversity with your kids. (30:52)

  • The Spiderpillar and living the vagabond lifestyle. (41:43)

  • Insulin resistance and its connection to blood viscosity. (51:26)

  • Bringing the guys back to their passion for training trainers. (54:01)

  • ‘Red Juice’ to the rescue! (57:35)

  • Shout out to How to Do the Work, a book by Dr. Nicole LePera. (1:01:35)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Is there such a thing as too much protein that I intake during the day? (1:02:58)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - I have pain in my shoulder. Is this something that I can fix myself, or is this something I should see a chiropractor and/or physical therapist for? As I’m working on this, how do I find the right balance between fixing the underlying issue and continuing to strength train? (1:13:03)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Do I need to “eat back” those burned calories to hit the 2700 goal on my lifting days? (1:29:27)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Why does my body not recover as well as it should from minor injuries? (1:40:06)

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2253: Trap Bar Vs. Conventional Deadlifts, Spider Curls Vs. Preacher Curls, Early Signs of Overtraining & More 0
Jan 19, 2024

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: Use strength training to combat the negative effects of getting older. (2:37)

  • A young boy’s energy holds NO bounds. (19:02)

  • Losing sleep over releasing ChatGPT into the world. (32:59)

  • Are streaming services being primed for disruption? (34:53)

  • What’s Mind Pump watching? (40:50)

  • Fun Facts with Justin: Night vision goggles. (48:48)

  • Using peptides with Caldera for skin health. (50:20)

  • The power that your diet has on your mental health. (55:56)

  • Shout out to The Pursuit of Wellness Podcast: Ep. 64 – How to Lose Weight, Gain Muscle & Feel Your Best w/ Sal Di Stefano of Mind Pump. (59:27)

  • #Quah question #1 - What is the difference between a trap bar for deadlifts and a straight bar? I was listening to Rogan, and he said they are safer. Should I be using a trap bar? (1:00:23)

  • #Quah question #2 - What are the pros/cons of (barbell) spider curls vs. (barbell) preacher curls? I feel more from spider curls with a straight bar. (1:05:52)

  • #Quah question #3 - Is it possible to over-prime before a workout? Should I consider sets of priming movements “working sets” for any particular body part? (1:08:53)

  • #Quah question #4 - What are some early signs of overtraining or too much weekly intensity? (1:12:17)

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2252: Mind Pump Fitness Coaching Course 0
Jan 18, 2024

Introducing the Mind Pump Fitness Coaching course!

  • Introducing the Mind Pump Fitness Coaching course! Why did we do this and why did we wait so long? (3:53)

  • Moving the needle to build successful personal trainers. (14:20)

  • Why is this profession so unique? (17:09)

  • Who this course ISN’T for. (23:15)

  • Mind Pump’s BIG goal. (27:14)

  • The Personal Trainer Tao. (28:28)

  • Ten Modules of Information.

  • #1 - Training people in different arenas. (29:37)

  • #2 - Working with different client demographics. (38:21)

  • #3 – Tackling imposter syndrome. (41:48)

  • #4 - How to get educated. (45:28)

  • #5 - Marketing & lead generation. (47:19)

  • #6 - Sales, closing & retention. (54:22)

  • #7 - How to do and use assessments to get clients and sell big packages. (57:46)

  • #8 - Workout programming. (1:03:33)

  • #9 - Diet, things that work & things that don’t. (1:03:48)

  • #10 - Trainer hacks. (1:06:08)

  • What bonuses are included in the launch? (1:06:43)

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2251: Ways to Fix Back Pain, How to Train When Working the Night Shift, the Advantages of Three Day Per Week Full-Body Workouts & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jan 17, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Ladies, if you want to lose weight TRAIN and EAT like a BODYBUILDER! (2:51)

  • How fitness is an amazing vehicle for growth! (12:16)

  • Weird News with Sal: Jewish tunnels. (22:41)

  • Kat Williams unleashed, and the future of influence. (28:04)

  • Such a teenage boy thing to do. (35:48)

  • The feud between the billionaires: Elon vs. Cuban. (42:00)

  • Butcher Box’s BIGGEST giveaway! (46:00)

  • You can only leverage up to so much. (49:11)

  • A new drug that could extend dogs’ lives! (52:26)

  • You FEEL Ned. (55:34)

  • Dihexa GLP-1 puts all the other nootropics to shame! (57:43)

  • Shout out to Brian Kula. (1:06:00)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Is there a universe where I can continue intense fitness, while also healing my back and continuing to strength train? (1:08:28)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - What are your thoughts on Bi-Phasic sleep? How can I maximize it to still be able to build muscle, burn fat, and reach any goals I may have? (1:25:20)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Can you help me better understand the ratios in MAPS Anabolic and MAPS Performance to build trust in the programs? (1:39:23)

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2250: How Eating More Can Make You Leaner (& How Eating Less Can Make You Fatter) 0
Jan 15, 2024

  • The guy’s first experiences with the law of thermodynamics. (1:41)

  • Defining the law of thermodynamics and how your metabolism is adaptive. (7:58)

  • Highlighting how difficult this can be even with TRAINERS. (21:28)

  • Signals to teach your body (and what not to) to get leaner and burn more calories. 

  • #1 – Strength train and eat a high-protein diet. (25:01)

  • #2 - Building muscle requires fuel and tells the body it’s safe to burn more. (27:50)

  • #3 - Eating too little tells the body to slow down (pairs muscle down). (30:28)

  • #4 - Eating too little reduces anabolic hormones and raises catabolic hormones. (31:15)

  • Communicating this message to a client. (35:40)

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2249: What to Do if You Are Feeling Burnt Out From Exercise, the Truth About Becoming “Muscle Bound,” Secrets From Old Time Lifters & More (Listener Live Coaching) 0
Jan 13, 2024

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Strength is a SKILL! (2:02)

  • New product alert from Legion! Improving the pump/endurance without the jitters. (14:14)

  • Mind Pump Recommends, The Creator on Apple+. (24:39)

  • Mind Pump Recommends, Bitconned on Netflix. (29:00)

  • Shout out to John Dorsey. (32:21)

  • Weird news with Sal: Miami aliens. (36:30)

  • Conspiracy Corner with Mind Pump: Epstein list. (48:50)

  • Kat Williams goes off! (54:10)

  • The shilajit gummies from Organifi are a HIT! (55:36)

  • Sal is staying authentic with the audience. (57:47)

  • Shout out to Mind Pump’s 3-Day Trainer Series! (1:03:40)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Does a robust strength training practice eventually lead to a reduction in flexibility, absent any mobility training like stretching or yoga? (1:04:49)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Any guidance on what I can do to improve my physique? (1:17:54)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How can I start to modify MAPS Programs to compliment my job/lifestyle rather than wearing me out before work 3-4 times a week? (1:25:31)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Would you recommend surgery if I have a full distal tear of my right rotator cuff? (1:33:02)

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2248: The Truth About High Intensity Training, the Benefits of the Meat & Fruit Diet, the Best Time to Drink Water & More 0
Jan 12, 2024

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: Get the type of body you want for overall health in the new year. (1:50)

  • The psychology of exhaustion. (25:25)

  • A losing business strategy vs. brilliant publicity stunt. (28:32)

  • Comedy gold. (31:52)

  • Why does a company have to be everything? (35:13)

  • How the MLM model is distasteful. (37:50)

  • Beating Tetris. (49:29)

  • Billionaire bunkers. (51:08)

  • The importance and value of sodium for health-conscious individuals. (57:21)

  • Shout out to Mind Pump’s 3-Day Trainer Series! (59:08)

  • #Quah question #1 - In Episode 2239, you discussed the timing of Protein consumption. Do the same principles apply to water hydration? I typically hit my water intake goals by consuming half a gallon before noon. Is that adequate for hydration if I’m only drinking a few cups for the rest of the day? (59:48)

  • #Quah question #2 - Is there much evidence for the benefits of the meat and fruit diet? Especially now considering the new research on max protein utilization. Have any of you guys ever tried it? (1:04:51)

  • #Quah question #3 - For people just getting started like myself, what makes MAPS so effective? How do we understand when to change it up? I’d like to know the science of why it works. (1:09:11)

  • #Quah question #4 - What's your guy's opinion on high-intensity training like how Mike Mentzer preached and then how Dorian Yates perfected it? (1:16:22)

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2247: Can You Look Like a Bodybuilder Without Taking Steroids? 0
Jan 11, 2024

  • Bodybuilders are genetic anomalies. (1:15)

  • The best examples of achievable ‘bodybuilder’ physiques. (2:49)

  • The evolutionary theory behind the attractiveness of a ‘bodybuilding’ physique. (4:07)

  • Can You Look Like a Bodybuilder Without Taking Steroids? (10:56)

  • Five Things to Focus On:

  • #1 – CONSISTENCY. (11:11)

  • #2 - Progressive overload (when appropriate). (16:12)

  • #3 – Strength. (22:22)

  • #4 - The pump. (25:11)

  • #5 - Balanced training. (28:55)

  • The ultimate pathway to build the perfect physique. (31:43)

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