2138: How Muscle Affects Testosterone Levels, the Best Low Cost Protein Sources, Reverse Dieting at a Higher Body Fat Percentage & More
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.
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Mind Pump Fit Tip: PAY ATTENTION! Progress from exercise often has nothing to do with fat loss, muscle gain, or physical performance. (1:57)
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Adam's thoughtful gift. (18:07)
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What percentage of people try to cheat their taxes? (24:48)
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Sal's evening at his parents' house. (29:41)
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Eight Sleep, the Rolls Royce of sleep cooling systems. (33:25)
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Speculating on progressing with less volume as you get older. (40:07)
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Fun Facts with Justin: The Water Beetle's evolution of survival. (46:58)
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Mind Pump Recommends Oppenheimer. (49:46)
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Calories are not equal. (54:52)
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Get younger skin with Joovv. (59:37)
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Shout out to GetDynasty.com. (1:01:47)
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#Quah question #1 - What is the relationship between building muscle and testosterone levels, particularly in women? If a woman has already experienced issues with other hormonal imbalances, can building muscle cause an abnormal increase in testosterone levels? (1:03:49)
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#Quah question #2 - How do I know when I have enough muscle to cut, so I don't end up looking skinny? (1:07:48)
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#Quah question #3 - Should you reverse diet if you're over 30% body fat? (1:12:26)
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#Quah question #4 - What is the best protein for a budget bulk? (1:16:02)
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Reverse Dieting: What Is It and Should YOU Try It?? | MIND PUMP
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Mind Pump #1860: Fourteen Of The Best Foods For An Amazing Physique
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People Mentioned
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Michael Churnow (@michaelchernow) Instagram
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Jonathan Pageau (@jonathan.pageau) Instagram
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Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere) Instagram
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