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Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

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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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Published 2022-11-21

1950: Shoulder Building Masterclass

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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover what it takes to build impressive shoulders.

  • One of the most aesthetic and functional muscles in the body is the shoulders. (1:24)
  • The anatomy and actions of the shoulder. (4:29)
  • Why shoulder injuries are the most common in the upper body. (7:10)
  • Form and technique. (8:25)
  • The best rep ranges to train and build the shoulders in. (12:28)
  • The best exercises to build amazing/functional shoulders. (17:21)
  • How no exercise is dangerous if performed with proper technique and form. (22:32)
  • If you want to prioritize your shoulders, do those exercises FIRST! (29:35)
  • The three major exercise categories of the shoulders and how to build them into your routine. (30:50)

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Published 2022-11-19

1949: Ways to Overcome Tennis or Golfer's Elbow, Getting to the Root of Recurring Injuries, What to Do When Strength Gains Don't Translate into Muscle Gains & More (Listener Live Coaching)

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here's a hack that will pack muscle on your body. Do powerlifting techniques on non-powerlifting exercises. (2:36)
  • A great metaphor for our current society. (12:10)
  • Political and business takes on potentially banning TikTok in the U.S. (19:47)
  • Hormone replacement therapy is the next 'green rush'. (27:30)
  • Organifi Peak Power is here! (40:56)
  • Nyquil is the ultimate reset button. (42:54)
  • The importance of quality sleep and the impact of drinking alcohol. (45:59)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Does the genetic size/length of the muscle play a role in injury? (49:41)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - What do you know about rice bucket training to improve grip strength? (59:08)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Should I stop counting macros when my strength gains are not translating into muscle gains? (1:09:22)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Why did I feel worse when I took time off from training? (1:19:25)

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Published 2022-11-18

1948: The Many Benefits of Overhead Farmer's Walks, Why Rest Between Sets is Important, the Value of Smelling Salts for Big Lifts & More

89 min
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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 winning mindset when it comes to fat loss, muscle building, and fitness, in general, can be summed up in the following...focus on what you can CONTROL and ACCEPT the things you can't. (1:48)
  • Storytelling is powerful! (13:48)
  • The guys speculate on the future of gambling in sports. (24:59)
  • Jake Paul is shifting the industry of boxing. (32:31)
  • Manual transmissions save lives! (40:00)
  • The benefits of red-light therapy for your skin and hair regrowth. (44:38)
  • Boys and their trucks. (47:16)
  • Yes, there is exotic shotgun ammo. (51:00)
  • The one downside to wearing your Felix Gray's. (1:01:19)
  • #Quah question #1 - Are overhead farmer walks worth incorporating into my workout? (1:04:10)
  • #Quah question #2 - What's the value of smelling salts? Are they dangerous? (1:09:48)
  • #Quah question #3 - What is the best midnight snack if you absolutely can't help yourself? (1:17:20)
  • #Quah question #4 - I'm doing Maps Anabolic now. Please explain why rest between sets is important. After doing Bootcamp style workouts where rest periods are somewhat active (walking in place, jumping, etc.) between circuits, I'm not sure what "rest" truly means…..do I sit and do nothing? Or move around a bit? What is the goal? (1:23:10)

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Published 2022-11-17

1947: Improving Health & Addressing Disease the Natural Way With Dr. Stephen Cabral

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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak to Dr. Stephen Cabral about the pros and cons of functional medicine.

  • What is functional medicine, and what are the differences between functional medicine vs. traditional western medicine doctors? (3:37)
  • Why the explosion of functional medicine doctors and how the traditional western medical system is broken. (10:40)
  • Building the "super" doctor. (18:19)
  • The pros and cons. (20:16)
  • The 'silver bullet' mentality. (25:41)
  • The process behind his certification courses and why his goal is to get people to take back control of their health. (28:51)
  • His favorite 'biohacking' tool. (32:41)
  • Putting a health coach in every home. Breaking down his L1 certification course and the benefits and value for personal trainers and coaches. (37:56)
  • Breaking down his L2 certification course and how coaches can learn to analyze functional medicine labs in detail in addition to recommending corresponding protocols. (53:56)
  • The enormous value of these certifications for trainers and coaches. (1:04:50)

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Published 2022-11-16

1946: How to Know if You Are Overdoing It in the Gym, Getting Back Into Sports Without Hurting Yourself, Adjusting Your Training as You Age & More (Listener Live Coaching)

96 min
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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 BEST form of exercise for REAL flexibility is strength training. (2:41)
  • Cold season is here. (6:03)
  • The drawbacks to stimulants and how Ned's hemp oil can balance things out. (13:57)
  • The daily behavioral surprises of toddlers. (16:29)
  • Is it easy to become a billionaire if you start with a million dollars? (19:11)
  • The guys speculate on the future of Twitter under Elon's helm. (25:03)
  • Pumpheads are the best! (30:47)
  • So, you want to be a fighter? (32:58)
  • Mind Pump Live events are back! (38:18)
  • Preparing for the holidays with Mind Pump. (43:13)
  • Absorb your vitamins the right way with LivON Labs. (47:47)
  • Exercise and alcohol. (50:33)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - How can I prepare myself (and potential clients) for getting back into athletics and competition in a way that minimizes injury, keeps me somewhat explosive/powerful, and in the game consistently? (52:21)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Did I choose the wrong program based on my hectic schedule? (1:08:22)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - As an advanced lifter, can you address the emotional side of lifting that we must give up or change our goals to stay healthy and free from pain? (1:13:46)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Which program do you guys think would best coincide with my soccer training? (1:28:06)

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Published 2022-11-14

1945: How to Formulate a Supplement That Works With Shanais Pelka

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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Shanais Pelka on Sal's collaboration with Organifi in developing a new supplement.

  • Sal's dream come true! (2:03)
  • Shanais's background in the space and how ashwagandha saved her life. (4:09)
  • Her journey to Organifi. (9:39)
  • Highlighting some important ingredients in Peak Power formulation and how they were sourced.
  • Guayusa. (13:15)
  • Bacopa. (17:34)
  • Lions Mane. (20:50)
  • Green tea. (23:15)
  • Coffeeberry Neurofactor. (23:46)
  • The importance of being glyphosate residue free. (24:32)

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Published 2022-11-12

1944: The Best Testosterone Boosting Supplements, How to Train Like an Old Time Strongman, Tips for Getting the Metabolism Back on Track After an Extreme Diet & More (Listener Live Coaching)

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: The BEST post-workout meals for recovery tend to contain a good amount of carbohydrates and proteins. Not just protein. (2:32)
  • Kids want it THEIR way. (9:18)
  • Aurelius' two-year leap. (13:31)
  • The HUGE misconception about kids and lifting weights. (16:06)
  • The correlation of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) with circumcision. (19:01)
  • Bad dog! (23:19)
  • Mind Pump's white lies. (25:06)
  • AI music generators: Hustle or the future of music? (34:15)
  • What are personal training certifications missing out on the most? (41:32)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - What are the fundamental building blocks for training like an 1800s strongman? (44:54)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Are testosterone-boosting supplements worth exploring before going on TRT? (55:36)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Any guidance on training to optimize post-show muscle gain, but also how to get out of this caloric deficit? (1:10:49)

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Published 2022-11-11

1943: The Importance of Total Protein Vs. Total Calories When Bulking, the Muscle Building Benefits of Zercher Squats, Hitting Accidental PRs & More

75 min
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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: Here is an EASY way to reduce your calories by 10-15%, simply eat while NOT distracted! (2:06)
  • Are you using DoorDash express? (7:38)
  • The benefits of using Seed for your skin and mental health! (12:56)
  • Why you should choose Organifi if you want your supplements to be glyphosate-free. (14:54)
  • Will insect foods become a trend? (18:49)
  • Why is Justin prone to head injuries? (24:24)
  • Pornography's profound effect on the brain. (30:27)
  • MrBeast is the future of media. (41:06)
  • Will Jake Paul become the highest-paid boxer of all time? (48:15)
  • #Quah question #1 - When bulking, does the total amount of calories consumed matter more than grams of protein? (53:28)
  • #Quah question #2 - Can you use Zercher Squats to build muscle or is it a performance component in MAPS Performance? (58:52)
  • #Quah question #3 - Do you think people can lift more weight if they don't know how heavy the weight is? Does knowing a certain weight is "heavy" make you perform better or worse? (1:04:34)
  • #Quah question #4 - If you couldn't be in the fitness space what would all of you be doing? (1:07:48)

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Published 2022-11-10

1942: Lose Fat, Perform Better & Live Forever With Jason Phillips

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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Jason Phillips about how eating for aesthetics, performance and longevity differ.

  • The foundation that NCI has built its certification on. (3:10)
  • What promotes the fitness extremes? (7:00)
  • The important factor of quality of life and understanding the journey. (14:07)
  • The different seasons in achieving your goals. (21:45)
  • Jason's hierarchy of periodization. (25:21)
  • The delicate balance of these seasons in life. (33:19)
  • How the severity of pain dictates the speed of action. (38:06)
  • Seasons are defined by the end result. (42:39)
  • Self-identity and athlete mindset. (46:30)
  • How to bridge the knowledge and facilitate application. (55:17)
  • The pursuit of fitness for mental/professional growth. (1:02:45)
  • Jason's current state of life. (1:07:25)
  • Why are the coaches at NCI so loyal? (1:09:54)

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Published 2022-11-09

1941: The Best Way to Workout With a Hectic Schedule, How to Prepare for a Strongman Competition, Ways to Stand Out as a Personal Trainer & More (Listener Live Coaching)

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here's a SUPER common mistake people make when trying to bring up a lagging body part. They ADD volume to that body part but DON'T take away from other body parts. (2:30)
  • Is cancel culture dying? (12:12)
  • Instagram's new feature coming after Only Fans. (20:32)
  • AR or virtual reality? (24:43)
  • What is Mind Pump streaming? (26:00)
  • Mind Pump's near-death experiences. (29:24)
  • The REAL thing you need to check your kid's candy for. (40:22)
  • Get your long sleeves from Vuori! (46:55)
  • Max has a sense of humor. (48:09)
  • A simple hack to positively affect your sleep. (50:02)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - How would you advise that I approach and think about training with a stressful/busy schedule? (52:11)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Would it be better for me to increase my strength and run through MAPS Powerlift before running through a program like Strong? (1:00:03)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How important is it to have a niche/specialty as a personal trainer? (1:07:13)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Any advice on how to train and diet to help lower my cholesterol without having to use blood thinners? (1:18:53)

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Published 2022-11-07

1940: Chest Building Master Class

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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin detail what you need to know to build an impressive chest.

  • Why the chest is one of the most challenging muscles to develop. (2:17)
  • The basic anatomy and actions of the chest. (4:22)
  • The importance of form and technique. (12:30)
  • The value in developing your muscle stabilizers to avoid common injuries. (17:03)
  • The key to connecting to ANY muscle. (21:45)
  • The best rep ranges to build the chest. (22:42)
  • The best exercises for the chest (presses vs flys). (29:05)
  • How often should you work the chest? (37:57)
  • The value of workout programming. (41:15)

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Published 2022-11-05

1939: Burning Fat & Building Muscle at the Same Time, How to Lift Weights as a Boxer, Maintaining Muscle Mass When Training for Endurance & More (Listener Live Coaching)

102 min
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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 BEST form of exercise to directly combat the aging process is strength training! (2:13)
  • Fyre Fest's Billy McFarland is out of prison and back at it! (9:00)
  • Alec Baldwin is tone-deaf. (11:46)
  • Selective outrage and Kanye West. (13:15)
  • An example of when you don't think things out. (25:34)
  • Food hacks with Butcher Box. (32:17)
  • The food industry is a brutal business. (33:21)
  • Gas-powered all day! (39:03)
  • NYC employees were reinstated for not getting vaccinated. (40:50)
  • Is Jake Paul the future of boxing? (45:03)
  • Technology is cool. (46:52)
  • PRx's new feature and Mind Pump's ideal gym. (49:47)
  • The potential anti-cancer effects of creatine. (54:20)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - How do you lose fat without losing weight? (57:51)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - If I keep lifting light instead of lifting to my max every workout, does this help in the long term in preventing those knots I had? (1:13:07)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How do you guys recommend incorporating running with your weightlifting programs? (1:25:07)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - What is the best way to lift weights as a boxer? (1:33:13)

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Published 2022-11-04

1938: The Best Landmine Exercises, Troubleshooting Gaining Strength But Not Increasing Size, Hacks to Get More Fiber in the Diet & More

92 min
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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: Here's a cool way to build muscle. Pick a weight for an exercise that you can do 20 reps for, and your goal is to FAIL at 10 reps. (2:26)
  • Will we ever see exercise in a pill? (9:55)
  • A laser and a chip transmit the whole internet in a second and the future of interstellar travel. (21:48)
  • The diamond ring hustle. (31:06)
  • Bad habits are hard to break. (36:23)
  • Have tech companies hit their growth peak? (40:49)
  • With Caldera, you NOTICE a difference! (47:07)
  • Help remove your plastic intake with Public Goods. (49:45)
  • Can semen induce labor? (52:51)
  • #Quah question #1 - What are your thoughts on landmines, and what are your favorite exercises with them? (55:39)
  • #Quah question #2 - Why can strength go up but have no size increase after years of training? (1:00:42)
  • #Quah question #3 - What are some hacks to get more fiber in the diet on a consistent daily basis? (1:04:43)
  • #Quah question #4 - What are the pros & cons for each of you when it comes to having, or not having a degree? (1:09:13)

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Published 2022-11-03

1937: How to Avoid Gaining Weight During the Holiday Season

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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover the habits and mindset necessary to avoid putting on fat during the holiday months.

  • There are some things you can do to prevent the holiday weight gain and take advantage of the extra calories you will be eating this holiday season. (1:51)
  • The TREMENDOUS health value of enjoying meals and being with family. (4:25)
  • Specific Strategies on How to Avoid Gaining Weight During the Holiday Season.
  • Working on a better/healthy relationship with food. (6:45)
  • Using the extra calories to build muscle, reverse diet properly and aim for strength. (17:57)
  • Going for a long walk after your big meal. (25:01)
  • Appropriately using fasting leading into the feasts with family. (28:34)

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Published 2022-11-02

1936: Bringing Up Lagging Body Parts Through Better Muscle Connection, How to Train More Explosively, the Reality of Building Muscle in Only 15 Minutes a Day & More (Listener Live Coaching)

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: There are SO many protein powders to choose from how do you know which one is the best? Here is the most important factor, digestibility! (2:52)
  • Adam's court-side experience at the Warriors game. (11:12)
  • Do men's brains change when they become fathers? (22:22)
  • Men with curved penises have a greater risk of cancer, study finds. (28:52)
  • Ned's Mello is in a class of their own. (32:20)
  • The age you peak at everything, according to science. (36:23)
  • The gaslighting of inflation. (42:40)
  • Need a laugh? (48:18)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - How might you guys approach working a muscle-building routine with a climbing routine? (53:29)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - How do I get out of this bodybuilding super slow mentality in my head and move my body quickly like these powerlifters? (1:03:26)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - What does it mean to create tension within a muscle? (1:14:38)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - How often (and on which days) would you incorporate occlusion training into the new advanced 15-min MAPS program? Would you do any trigger sessions (like during MAPS Anabolic) while on the advanced 15-min MAPS program? (1:19:41)

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Published 2022-10-31

1935: Supplements that Support Testosterone, Improve Sleep & Enhance Sex With Eric Trexler

98 min
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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Eric Trexler about supplements that actually work.

  • Eric's background in the fitness space. (1:09)
  • How it is better to contextualize supplements through research. (2:57)
  • How research can be used to cross-reference studies. (4:39)
  • The challenging balance to strike between trying to integrate academic and non-academic sources of information. (8:01)
  • Why he stopped looking for ah-ha moments. (9:26)
  • A deep dive into his research on energy expenditure. (11:32)
  • The complexity of the metabolism. (17:55)
  • What are some things he would caution people about starting on their health & fitness journey? (22:42)
  • Why the decline in testosterone? (25:03)
  • What does the data show about how men can increase their testosterone? Specific forms of exercise? Macros and diet? (27:08)
  • Can a high protein diet indirectly/positively affect testosterone? (36:26)
  • Why a hormone that is not reacting to its receptor isn't doing much good. (37:55)
  • The compounds/supplements that data shows can make a significant difference in your testosterone levels. (40:28)
    • The first category of supplements: Broadly accepted. (41:12)
    • The second category of supplements: There is evidence, but academic studies debate. (46:47)
    • The third category of supplements: Not essential, but data shows they have positive effects. (50:16)
  • Make your sleep hygiene a routine. (1:01:17)
  • Supplements that data shows can improve your quality of sleep. (1:03:00)
  • His fascination with "the pump," and compounds/supplements that data shows to have positive effects on sexual performance. (1:12:19)
  • Why did he decide to work with Joy Mode? (1:31:45)

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Published 2022-10-29

1934: What to Do When Fat Loss Has Stalled, Ways to Build VO2 Max, Tips for the Beginning Powerlifter & More (Listener Live Coaching)

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: One of the BEST muscle-building hacks for fitness fanatics is to take time OFF! (2:20)
  • Pesticides and glyphosates are everything these days! (12:23)
  • In the belly of the best with the current state of the economy. (19:43)
  • Money and power. (24:40)
  • Why do we glorify serial killers? (29:37)
  • When you get a weird compliment from a guy. (39:05)
  • Busting the myth that it is more expensive for you today than your parents. (40:56)
  • Caffeine is a hell of a drug. (44:58)
  • Nesting is a real thing. (50:34)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Is it okay to do more than the programming in MAPS Powerlift? (59:03)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Would you agree that rowing is a superior form of cardio exercise (compared to running, cycling, Stairmaster, etc.) if the goal is to improve VO2 max while maintaining or building strength? How would you compare the benefits of the rower to the benefits of the sled? (1:12:40)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Any advice on how to improve upon an upper-to-lower body imbalance? (1:23:59)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Any advice on helping my client lose body fat when cutting and reserve dieting isn't working? (1:33:20)

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Published 2022-10-28

1933: The Truth About Turkesterone as a Muscle Build Aid, the Pros & Cons of Abductor/Adductor Machines, Finding the Sweet Spot Between Hard Training & Overtraining & More

90 min
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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: STOP trying to find workouts that you love. Instead, try to figure out how to LOVE workouts. (1:40)
  • Can someone please give Dave Asprey some Felix Gray's?! (18:40)
  • When your kids don't want to hang out with you anymore. (24:35)
  • Do women have to bring up stressful conversations RIGHT before bed?! (26:52)
  • If God made a burger for Justin. (29:45)
  • When you give the wrong pizza to a Di Stefano. (32:35)
  • When Magic Spoon comes in clutch! (36:15)
  • When the child learns to manipulate the parent. (37:44)
  • Shout out to Josh Trent. (41:45)
  • True vulnerability. (44:17)
  • Hunt, don't wait. (47:02)
  • #Quah question #1 - What the heck is Turkesterone, and is it any good? (56:10)
  • #Quah question #2 - Are the hip abductor/adductor machines a waste of time? (1:07:14)
  • #Quah question #3 - How do you find a balance between gaining the benefits of mental fortitude through hard exercise and not overtraining? (i.e. David Goggins) When is it worth overstepping to gain mental strength? (1:10:29)
  • #Quah question #4 - Any advice on entering the fitness media space like you guys? (1:17:42)

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Published 2022-10-27

1932: Lifting Heavy Vs. Lifting Light

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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover the pros and cons of lifting heavy vs. lifting light.

  • There are two main ways to strength train. The first one is to make heavy weights feel light. The second is to make light weights feel heavy. (1:40)
  • Which avatar benefits more from switching lifting methods, the bodybuilder or the powerlifter? (4:12)
  • The mentality MATTERS most! (10:04)

  • The Focus, Pros, and Cons of Lifting Heavy Vs. Lifting Light.

  • Lifting Heavy: Maximizes efficiency, focuses on movement, and doesn't focus on "feeling" the muscle. (13:40)
    • Focus: Psyching up, and perfecting the smooth movement. (16:55)
    • Pros: Great for overall muscle, real-world applicable strength, and builds a solid body. (19:12)
    • Cons: Higher injury risk, feeds the ego, and it's hard to bring up lagging body parts. (25:50)
  • Lifting Light: Maximizes inefficiency, focuses on the target muscle, and it's all about the "feel." (30:08)
    • Focus: Calm collected, and visualizes the target muscle. (35:08)
    • Pros: Brings up target body parts, and lowers injury risk. (41:25)
    • Cons: Doesn't build as much total muscle, and strength is less applicable to the real-world. (44:52)

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Published 2022-10-26

1931: How to Break Through a Muscle & Strength Plateau, Ways to Put an End to Recurring Injuries, the Relationship Between Fatherhood & Lower Testosterone & More (Listener Live Coaching)

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Contrary to fitness influencers on social media, you CAN speed up your metabolism. (2:36)
  • Is Joe Rogan replaceable?! The potential challenges with A.I. (19:13)
  • An update on the Mind Pump Rentals venture in Utah. (34:10)
  • The benefits of topical CBD treatments, like Ned's Relief Balm, for acute pain. (39:21)
  • Is Kanye West being used as a political pawn? (45:30)
  • Mind Pump Live events are BACK!! (55:44)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - What is the best way to break through a strength plateau? I don't feel I am getting stronger with my recent workouts. (59:06)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Any advice on how to build muscle? I have been lifting consistently for almost 2 years, and have lifted on and off for over a decade with little to no strength gains. (1:11:22)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How can I build up the strength around my inner hamstrings, so I can go back to doing my favorite lifts? I've been working through MAPS Anabolic, but a lingering injury came back. I'm hoping I can do something to treat it, and prevent it from occurring again. (1:20:35)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - What is the best program for new dads, and does fatherhood lower testosterone? (1:26:38)

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Published 2022-10-24

1930: Nine Ways to Pick the Best Foods for Fitness & Health

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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover nine different ways to choose the best foods to support your individual fitness and health needs.

  • The BEST diet for you, is the BEST diet for YOU! (1:59)

  • Nine Ways to Pick the Best Foods for Fitness/Health.

  • #1 – Digestibility. (12:35)
  • #2 - Energy (immediate and long term). (18:54)
  • #3 – Palatability. (23:09)
  • #4 - Emotional connection (good and bad). (28:15)
  • #5 - Skin and hair. (34:39)
  • #6 - Athletic performance. (37:46)
  • #7 – Sleep. (40:38)
  • #8 - Satiety (Protein). (43:42)
  • #9 – Adherence. (48:18)

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Published 2022-10-22

1929: The Relationship Between Building Strength & Fitness Success, How to Adjust Your Workouts When Stress is High, Getting Started With Strength Training After Age 60 & More (Listener Live Coaching)

104 min
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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 BEST thing you can do to have a healthy brain is to have healthy muscles. (2:37)
  • Addressing MAPS 15 Minutes controversy. (15:58)
  • Hard muscles, soft faces. (20:32)
  • Feedback from Adam's call with Chris Naghibi. (23:25)
  • Tom Vu, the OG of Masterminds? (27:45)
  • Is the Beyond Meat hype over? (34:26)
  • Michael Burry's alarming warning for the markets. (35:37)
  • Justin's haunted house strikes again. (40:42)
  • Why Sal appreciates Organifi even more. (46:21)
  • RIP Nonno. (47:44)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Is it normal for a front and back squat to be almost equal or is there an imbalance I should be working on? (55:08)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - How can I continue to tighten up/build my lower body throughout MAPS Anabolic? What tips do you have as I'm beginning this program? (1:07:12)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - What is the best workout program to supplement a high-stress lifestyle? (1:19:03)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - What approach or program would you recommend for someone in the advanced age population? (1:34:23)

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Published 2022-10-21

1928: The Best Way to Get Lean & Muscular Arms, the Truth About Sauna Workouts, Menstrual Cycle Training Pros & Cons & More

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here's a trick to get FAST/QUICK muscle gains. Pick an exercise you suck at, practice it, and get good at it! (3:09)
  • Sal is reaping the benefits from short/frequent workouts. (11:44)
  • CONTEXT MATTERS! (13:11)
  • How much can the top trainers charge per session? (20:12)
  • Who is winning the bet between Adam and Sal? (21:39)
  • Sal details his recent trip to LA. Meeting Mike O'Hearn and his experience at Lewis Howes podcast studio. (26:03)
  • Get ATTENTION, get an AUDIENCE. (33:10)
  • Is chivalry dead? (36:45)
  • Get your meatballs and turkeys from Butcher Box! (38:00)
  • Quantum mechanics is weird. (41:19)
  • There is a reason why ALL business inquiries go through Adam. (45:35)
  • Justin's Halloween spooktacular! (48:46)
  • How kindness can change a life and it comes from a gym. (53:18)
  • #Quah question #1 – What are the best ways for a female to get lean/muscular arms without looking too bulky while trying to build muscle overall? Especially for women with broad shoulders. (55:42)
  • #Quah question #2 - What are your thoughts about workouts in a sauna? I see a lot of these places opening up. (1:03:39)
  • #Quah question #3 - What are your thoughts on the women's "cycle training"? (1:08:25)
  • #Quah question #4 - When will you bring your wives in as guests? (1:12:46)

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Published 2022-10-20

1927: Performance Training Secrets from a Top NBA Trainer With Cory Schlesinger

95 min
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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with a top NBA head strength and conditioning coach about training for performance for the pro athlete and the average person.

  • If you stick out like a nail, you're going to get hammered. (2:55)
  • How to reverse engineer 'special' athletes. (8:10)
  • Why you got to give athletes what they DON'T get. (15:05)
  • Why is the sneaker trend now low tops in the NBA? (19:33)
  • The evolutions of strength training in basketball. (21:20)
  • Personal highlights watching the game and being a part of a 'winning' culture. (24:45)
  • The strange environment of playing in the 'bubble'. (27:38)
  • Would he change his approach if he were to work with college athletes again? (31:05)
  • Exposing to the rest of the world that basketball players lift weights. (38:40)
  • How fatigue is a good indicator of efficiency. (43:10)
  • Why isometrics is the "bee's knees" in sports performance. (50:02)
  • What has he learned through his training experience that he would apply to the average person? (56:38)
  • The trend towards calisthenics. (1:04:03)
  • Why he built a gym in a box. (1:05:15)
  • The mini-band plague in professional sports. (1:11:06)
  • How everyone can create a lot of force, but who can create it the fastest? That's what wins. (1:15:33)
  • What players blow his mind mentally and physically? (1:24:35)
  • His opinions on college athletes and sponsorships. (1:28:47)

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Published 2022-10-19

1926: The Truth About Aging & Muscle Growth, Ways to Improve Bone Strength, How to Build Muscle & Strength Without Weights & More (Listener Live Coaching)

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Try this for big strong/muscular legs. Push the sled EVERY single day! (4:01)
  • Adam has bad luck at Starbucks. (19:54)
  • When old wisdom gets proven by science. (24:02)
  • How the Joovv can help reduce stretch marks. (33:36)
  • Dad life updates with the guys: How Jessica is doing with baby #2, kids cursing, the challenges of the potty-training phase, adult gymnastics, and the pros/cons of uniforms in schools. (34:29)
  • Sharks are everywhere! (52:30)
  • Felix Gray is now in the contact's business. (58:41)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Is it abnormal for a squat to be consistently higher than a deadlift? (1:03:21)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Should you target body parts where your bones are weakest or are the benefits more systemic? (1:13:07)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - At my age, how realistic are continued strength and muscle gain? Lifting has become a second passion for me and I understand the benefits of continuing resistance training as I age. Should I be using metrics other than strength and muscle gain to measure progress? (1:20:45)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - What are the downsides to training with only resistance bands? How far can I take them as a training method for strength, building muscle, and even athletic performance? (1:30:04)

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Published 2022-10-17

1925: How to Build a Great Physique in 15 Minutes a Day

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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover the surprising effectiveness and advantages of short daily workouts.

  • Short/daily workouts MAY be better for you, in terms of results and consistency, than frequent/longer workouts. (2:37)
  • Consistency is the problem! (11:22)
  • Why fatigue is a technique killer. (20:32)
  • The mental and mood-boosting effects of daily/short workouts. (24:39)
  • The ease of modification to fit your lifestyle. (34:52)
  • How people who workout consistently tend to want to eat healthier. (39:11)
  • Encourages adaptation vs. healing. (45:30)
  • Introducing MAPS 15 Minutes! Solving the consistency issue for the average person. (49:25)

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Published 2022-10-15

1924: How to Bulletproof Your Shoulders With Steel Mace Swings, What to Do if Squats Are Bothering Your Knees, How to Train for Strength While Training Martial Arts & More (Listener Live Coaching)

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Having fitness goals is KILLING your gains! (1:47)
  • When Adam's sneaker knowledge comes in clutch! (11:50)
  • Did the pandemic create a socially awkward younger generation? (20:33)
  • Predicting trends with the youth. (26:52)
  • When things get so extreme, we don't know what to believe anymore. (29:26)
  • Mind Pump's theory on putting fear in Halloween candy. (31:32)
  • So, you want to be a Vlogger? (34:27)
  • Are we glorifying serial killers? (36:32)
  • Vuori is going international! (38:51)
  • Justin's a concert connoisseur. (41:15)
  • Calls with Chris Naghibi from the Higher Standard Podcast. (44:55)
  • The CRAZY NCI x Mind Pump Giveaway! (46:21)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Which program should I follow while training martial arts that will allow me to keep the muscle I already have? (47:44)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Do you have any resources or tips so that when I try to scale up in weight with the mace ball, I don't rip my shoulder apart? (1:01:01)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How can I get stronger with a physically-demanding job? (1:14:18)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - What's the best way to increase squat depth? (1:25:59)

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Published 2022-10-14

1923: How to Know if Your Training Volume is Ideal for Your Body, Ways to Improve Knee Stability, How to Get a Christmas Tree Back & More

87 min
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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: Parallel bar dips are BETTER than the bench press. (2:00)
  • Old-time feats of strength giants. (12:29)
  • The benefits of resistance training for the older population. (18:45)
  • Massive troll or real? (22:07)
  • Justin gets roasted over his Star Wars knowledge. (29:06)
  • Why Doug has been glowing lately. (34:03)
  • The downside to Magic Spoon. (35:08)
  • Social media use and its connection to higher rates of mental disorders. (37:31)
  • The different levels of metal. (47:56)
  • How Sal is fighting father time. (51:04)
  • The origins of vegetable oil. (52:34)
  • Dad life updates with the guys. (57:02)
  • #Quah question #1 - How to get the Christmas tree back, especially the lower back/lower lats? (1:05:02)
  • #Quah question #2 - What is your favorite way to strengthen knee stability? I can squat conventionally in the 400s with great form and depth. I recently tried Bulgarian split squats and was shocked by how unstable my knees were and how low I had to bring the weight to maintain proper form. (1:09:47)
  • #Quah question #3 - Can you do too much low-intensity cardio? I'm currently in a muscle-building phase, averaging around 17k steps a day, my strength is going up, but my weight is the same. Should I decrease my steps or not worry about it? (I'm 17yo 6ft 115lbs and only started lifting a couple of months ago) (1:15:02)
  • #Quah question #4 - What are the indicators that I am training with the right volume? (1:19:12)

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Published 2022-10-13

1922: Fatphobia & Other Lies That Are Keeping You Fat, Unhealthy & Sick

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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin tackle myths that keep people from taking charge of their health.

  • There is a new enemy in the fitness space and its victimhood! (1:20)

  • Seven myths that are keeping you fat, unhealthy, and sick. (10:26)

  • #1 - Health at every size. (11:07)
  • #2 – Fatphobia. (19:54)
  • #3 - Gyms are judgmental unaccepting places. (26:49)
  • #4 - Building muscle makes men toxic jerks. (33:45)
  • #5 - Fitness leads to alt-right political leanings. (38:07)
  • #6 - Gyms are only for privileged people. (41:00)
  • #7 - Eating healthy is more expensive than eating processed foods. (44:54)

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1921: Ways to Overcome Elbow Pain When Lifting, What to Do if Your Doctor Tells You Stop Weight Training, Solutions for Lower Back Pain & More (Listener Live Coaching)

95 min
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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 idea that gyms are some of the most unaccepting, judgmental places on Earth is complete bullshit! (3:22)
  • Is white rice as bad as candy for heart health?! (25:35)
  • The reviews are in for Kreatures of Habit! (30:49)
  • Is Elon buying Twitter back on the table? (35:37)
  • The benefits of Acetyl-L-Carnitine, from LivON Labs, for mild depression symptoms. (43:42)
  • The Brain Blend from Ned is legit! (44:51)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Any advice on how to help my virtual client who has an excessive anterior pelvic tilt and low back pain? (49:02)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - What should I do when my doctor is telling me to stop lifting weights, but strength training is key to my mental health? (1:01:56)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Do you have any tips/advice on how to overcome the fear of rupturing my Achilles again? (1:13:44)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Any advice on ways to overcome elbow pain while lifting? (1:23:50)

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Published 2022-10-10

1920: The Best Foods to Build Muscle, Melt Fat & Fight Chronic Disease With Stan Efferding

99 min
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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Stan Efferding about the mindset and diet for long-term fat loss and health.

  • The importance of compliance, protein, and developing good behaviors in your pursuit to build muscle and lose body fat. (1:37)
  • How do I manage my hunger levels? (21:54)
  • Addressing the carnivore diet and its faults. (32:54)
  • Taking the victim mentality out of the obesity epidemic conversation. (41:56)
  • Strength is never weakness; weakness is never strength. (48:30)
  • His take on the creatine boom. (50:26)
  • When diets/studies become politized. (51:52)
  • The value of having red meat in your diet. (1:02:40)
  • How the best diet/exercise is the one you will follow. (1:05:03)
  • Is the strength training revolution here? (1:08:33)
  • How has his training evolved in his 50s? (1:21:22)
  • Why he believes in providing as much free content as possible to his community. (1:28:28)
  • How has training played a role in making millions of dollars for him? (1:31:24)
  • Vertical Kids Power Hour. (1:35:38)

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Published 2022-10-08

1919: When Consuming MORE Sugar Might Be Beneficial, What to Do When Fat Loss Stalls, the Truth About TRT for Men in Their 20s & More (Listener Live Coaching)

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Studies have shown that eating more protein tends to help people be more satisfied. But, does this mean eating a low-protein diet leads to overeating? (2:32)
  • The day Sal has been waiting for his whole life. (9:08)
  • The importance of being involved in the little stuff with your kids. (12:18)
  • The ultimate dog watcher's dream! (23:35)
  • The next evolution of the TV. (28:50)
  • Are you watching Dahmer on Netflix? (31:58)
  • Democratized media vs old media. (42:02)
  • Environmentally conscious? Why you should switch over to Public Goods. (50:43)
  • Felix Gray is quietly making moves. (54:37)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - What would be the best way to work out and diet after being in a heavy cut, and then switching to a bulk? (1:04:39)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - How long does it take to build muscle growth in your traps? (1:22:58)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - What's the best way to slowly get off TRT once my levels get back to normal? (1:36:59)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Is it possible to reduce muscle mass for some upcoming marathons I have scheduled but maintain my strength? (1:50:18)

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Published 2022-10-07

1918: The Pros & Cons of Drop Sets, How to Know if You Have Reached Your Muscle Building Potential, Ways to Deal With People Who Shame Healthy Living Choices & More

84 min
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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: For long-term fitness success you MUST eliminate the victim mentality! (2:26)
  • What happens when you gaslight something and do stupid things. (23:32)
  • How eating an ultra-processed diet can change your brain! (29:15)
  • How Sal uses the bone-both protein powder from Paleo Valley. (32:42)
  • Happy Meals for adults? (43:09)
  • Adam recommends Eat the Rich: The GameStop Saga on Netflix. (48:55)
  • Where are all the influencers pushing those NFT projects now? (55:11)
  • The Caldera movement is growing. (56:45)
  • Justin's PSA for the Nextdoor app. (59:53)
  • #Quah question #1 - Thoughts on drop sets as a finisher? (1:03:28)
  • #Quah question #2 - What is your opinion of the decline bench? I have never added it to my programming. Am I missing out on something or is it just a pointless movement if I'm doing flat and incline bench presses? (1:10:16)
  • #Quah question #3 - How do you know if you've reached your natural potential for hypertrophy? (1:12:45)
  • #Quah question #4 - What's the best way to deal with social situations where you're more fitness/nutrition focused than other people in your circle, and they may demonize you for how you go about your way of living? (1:16:58)

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Published 2022-10-06

1917: Ten Common Traits of Fit & Healthy People

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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover ten traits the most fit and healthy people possess.

  • People who can maintain health & fitness for their entire lives often have commonalities and common traits. (1:32)

  • Ten Common Traits of Fit and Healthy People.

  • #1 - Their workouts are scheduled at the same time, same day, each week. (5:36)
  • #2 - They respect fitness goals but don't obsess over them. (8:28)
  • #3 - They have learned to enjoy healthy eating. (12:29)
  • #4 - They value the mental/emotional/health effects of fitness more than the physical effects. (17:35)
  • #5 - They accept aging. (20:19)
  • #6 - Their workouts change based on their life circumstances. (22:36)
  • #7 - They don't waste time in the gym. (26:22)
  • #8 - They don't waste time on new diet fads. (28:13)
  • #9 - They learned to enjoy cooking. (33:54)
  • #10 - They don't overdo it. (36:50)

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Published 2022-10-04

1916: How to Add Size to Stubborn Legs, Ways to Avoid an Afternoon Energy Crash, the Pros & Cons of Fasting & More (Listener Live Coaching)

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Are you feeling sad, depressed, or down? Well, studies show diet can have a PROFOUND effect on depression. (2:29)
  • Do 'hot' women not get cold? (22:15)
  • Busting the myths surrounding the safety of testosterone replacement therapy. (25:06)
  • Is 'memetic magic' a thing? (30:45)
  • Prioritizing the shifting of male and female roles. (35:42)
  • Pumpkin Spice Gold Juice is back from Organifi! (46:49)
  • Butcher Box's surf and turf deal! (47:56)
  • When Justin's Star Wars knowledge gets tested. (49:29)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Which MAPS program or workout modifications would you recommend to someone who is focused on growing size and strength in their legs, particularly to improve their squat? (51:56)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Any suggestions on ways to avoid an afternoon energy crash? (1:05:02)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - There are a lot of high-stress components in my life right now that I am managing relatively well, so would adding something like fasting hinder my stress management or improve it? (1:15:32)

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Published 2022-10-02

1915: How to Re-Ignite Your Metabolism

47 min
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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover eight ways to kick-start your metabolism.

  • One of the MOST effective things you can do for sustainable fat loss and health in the modern world is to SPEED UP your metabolism! (1:40)
  • The complexity of the metabolism. (3:59)

  • Eight Ways to Re-Ignite Your Metabolism.

  • #1 - Train to build muscle. (11:00)
  • #2 - Best exercises are big compound lifts. (14:46)
  • #3 - Use strength as the metric. (19:05)
  • #4 - Feed your body to fuel muscle and strength. (21:13)
  • #5 - Slowly increase calories as the body adapts. (23:17)
  • #6 - Prioritize protein. (32:40)
  • #7 - Use cardio for health, not for calorie burn. (36:31)
  • #8 - Prioritize good sleep. (40:29)

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Published 2022-09-30

1914: Ways to Overcome Shoulder Pain When Benching, the Truth About Fasting for Weight Loss, What to Do When You Keep Getting Injured & More (Listener Live Coaching)

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Working out harder is NOT always better. (2:20)
  • A groundbreaking study on the soleus muscle. (18:09)
  • Justin's Furnace Fest adventures. (23:23)
  • When the guys first discovered they could no longer eat fast food. (40:02)
  • Flash frozen vs. fresh salmon and how Butcher Box promotes it. (43:28)
  • Rough waters ahead for all markets. (48:24)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - What are ways to overcome shoulder pain when bench pressing? (57:16)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - How can I meet my daily caloric intake by only eating three meals a day on an intermittent fasting schedule? (1:13:51)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Any advice on what I can do when I keep getting injured? (1:25:10)

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Published 2022-09-29

1913: The Best Butt Building Exercises, How to Know When Your Workout is Too Long, the Most Effective Rotational Ab Building Exercises & More

93 min
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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: One of the MOST valuable pieces of technology that can DRAMATICALLY improve the success of your workouts is ALSO one of the most easily underutilized that has been around forever. The STOPWATCH! (2:51)
  • Are iPods making a comeback?! (15:09)
  • Adam recommends The Real Bling Ring: Hollywood Heist on Netflix. (18:30)
  • The ULTIMATE carjacking deterrent. (21:37)
  • Kreatures of Habit is FLYING off the Mind Pump shelves! (25:49)
  • The unintended consequences of the pandemic. (29:12)
  • The controversy regarding Gays Against Groomers. (33:52)
  • Oral health 101. (37:48)
  • Fun Facts with Justin: The truth about the Chupacabra. (47:39)
  • 4D ultrasound images show babies' possible reactions to flavors! (51:30)
  • Vuori now has camo pants. (55:56)
  • How would the guys pass down their wealth? (58:15)
  • The next frontier is the energy race. (1:08:14)
  • #Quah question #1 - What are the best exercises to build the glutes but not bulk the legs? (1:10:50)
  • #Quah question #2 - I have the MAPS Aesthetic program. It is great, but I have a hard time getting through all the workouts on foundation days. I get tired and usually have three exercises left. Do I have the wrong program? (1:16:30)
  • #Quah question #3 - I hate crunches. What are some good choices for athletic and functional core exercises? (1:19:33)
  • #Quah question #4 - Do you believe in discipline or motivation and what is your definition of each one? (1:24:00)

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Published 2022-09-28

1912: The Science of Successful Marriages & Relationships With Drs. John and Julie Gottman

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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Drs. John & Julie Gottman about scientifically proven ways to improve relationships.

  • What is the Gottman Institute, and what is its purpose? (2:29)
  • What got them so interested in studying relationships? (4:16)
  • What are some of the biggest misconceptions about the way we look at marriages back then compared to now? (6:00)
  • What is the Love Lab, and how did it work? (9:10)
  • The Four Horseman of the Apocalypse. (13:39)
  • The Sound Relationship House theory of what makes relationships work. (18:52)
  • The importance of focusing on the process rather than the content. (29:48)
  • The value of their research in helping build healthy relationships. (34:44)
  • Any differences in same sex-relationships vs different-sex relationships? (39:52)
  • Are there things culturally that are working against them? (49:12)
  • The importance of a moral aspect in a healthy relationship. (55:24)
  • Love is an action. (57:38)
  • Building connection through practice on Gottman Connect. (1:03:22)
  • Love Rx and closing words to the Mind Pump audience. (1:09:21)

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Published 2022-09-27

1911: How to Get Better at Pull-Ups, Ways to Build the Legs Without Lifting Weights, the Benefits of Switching From a Body Part Split to Full Body Workouts & More (Listener Live Coaching)

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Powerlifters have it half right and half wrong. Bodybuilders ALSO have it half right and half wrong. You can learn from BOTH to maximize your gains. (3:25)
  • How the PRx rack is set up PERFECTLY for band-assisted exercises. (23:23)
  • Why would Walmart remove self-checkout machines? (28:36)
  • Walmart is getting into banking! (40:33)
  • Nothing will lose you more money than a car. (41:40)
  • The value of SleepMe and the growing competition in the market. (50:45)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 – Are there any exercises I can do to activate the muscles to perform a pull-up? (55:23)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - What recommendations would you give to someone with limited to no access to accessories and weights to keep progressing on my lower body? (1:03:40)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Is my love for running holding me back from burning fat? Is it possible to burn fat while working out and running or should I stop running and only strength train to burn fat? (1:09:40)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - What is the best/most accurate method of measuring body fat percentage (ideally an at-home method)? (1:20:50)

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Published 2022-09-25

1910: How to Uncover Hidden Hormone Imbalances With Dr. Stephen Cabral

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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Dr. Stephen Cabral and get their hormone profiles analyzed on air.

  • The paradigm around preventative health. (3:00)
  • Humans are meant to do tough things and we have gotten soft. (8:57)
  • The benefits of putting your body through temperature changes. (11:51)
  • His thoughts on artificial sweeteners. (13:51)
  • What role does eating too much play in poor health? (16:55)
  • Is there an antioxidant consumption limit? (19:10)
  • Differentiating between blood and saliva tests. (22:36)
  • The stress/gut connection. (31:39)
  • Explaining the gut/brain access. (33:46)
  • Unpacking and understanding the results and findings from the guy's lab tests. (37:31)
    • Doug. (39:36)
    • Justin. (58:54)
    • Adam. (1:11:07)
  • The importance of looking at the big picture. (1:24:29)
  • The motivation behind their partnership. (1:27:48)
  • What tests does he recommend? (1:29:24)
  • His insight into the MP Holistic Health community. (1:30:45)
  • What you get if you purchase a test through Dr. Cabral. (1:34:29)

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Published 2022-09-23

1909: Building Muscle With 20 Minute Daily Workouts, Switching From Low Rep to High Rep Training, Adjusting Training When Working a Demanding Job & More (Listener Live Coaching)

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here is an interesting way to stimulate muscle growth, loaded passive stretching! (2:25)
  • Have insomnia? Wear those blue-blocking glasses y'all! (18:59)
  • A parent's battle with sleep routines. (24:16)
  • Funny moments with the Mind Pump kids. (32:11)
  • Nutrient deficiencies can cause A LOT of irritability. (34:25)
  • A conversation on the decline in Christianity in America. (37:54)
  • Revisiting the actor's "pump" debate. (45:08)
  • Caldera Lab, the results speak for themselves. (49:18)
  • Quiz: What are the different types of female orgasms? (50:25)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Following the 20-minute workout approach you outlined in a recent episode, how would you split up your MAPS Programs? Do you think that would still achieve the same effects as the program originally intended? (55:26)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - How do you make the mental switch from low rep training to high rep training? (1:03:50)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - Are there any precursor exercises or stability moves I should be doing before jumping straight into something like MAPS Performance? (1:14:18)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - How much is my hectic job preventing me from building muscle, and how can I counter the negative effects it has on my bulk? (1:23:58)

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Published 2022-09-22

1908: How to Activate the Chest When Benching, Avoiding Muscle Tightness When Driving Long Distances, the Best Way to Train for Heart Health & More

88 min
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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: Lifting to failure CAN produce accelerated muscle growth. However, there are some interesting caveats. (2:32)
  • Carnival Sal. (22:33)
  • Adam's potty-training mistakes to avoid. (25:53)
  • The apple doesn't fall far from the Andrews tree. (35:05)
  • Highlighting the weakness in human reason. (39:52)
  • Caffeine is a powerful drug. (43:48)
  • The guys address the prices of their sponsors. (49:48)
  • Mind Pump Recommends, Skandal! Bringing Down Wirecard on Netflix. (54:42)
  • #Quah question #1 - How can I feel more activation on my chest rather than shoulders when bench pressing? (57:18)
  • #Quah question #2 - What are good mobility practices for tight hamstrings for someone who drives for a living? (1:01:15)
  • #Quah question #3 - Is there a difference in training cardio for cardiovascular health vs. training to increase VO2 max? What's the best way to train for overall cardiovascular health? (1:06:09)
  • #Quah question #4 - When did you all know it was time to go all in with Mind Pump? (1:11:00)

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Published 2022-09-20

1906: How to Address Low Back Pain Related to Squatting & Deadlifting, Fixing Imbalances Between the Right & Left Side of the Body, How to Get Kids Started With Strength Training & More (Listener Live Coaching)

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you're going to go vegan, do it for the RIGHT reasons. Otherwise, it's likely to lead to worse health. (2:54)
  • Things that Adam finds cool. (10:22)
  • The brain blend from Ned is FIRE!! (17:13)
  • Mind Pump on the controversy surrounding Andrew Tate and the dangers of censorship. (18:50)
  • A clear example of obsessive fandom. (41:13)
  • Remembering Bill Pearl. (44:54)
  • The sex-tape formula for success. (48:19)
  • 'Buy My House', the Shark Tank for real estate. (50:49)
  • The meat sticks from Paleo Valley are a HIT with the kids. (52:54)
  • Canada's twisted law. (56:08)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - How can I measure if I am out of symmetry, and how can I improve it? (1:01:26)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - How can I stay satiated during Dr. Cabral's 4-month Sibo protocol? (1:09:12)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How do I program the right exercises to strengthen my lower back and core? (1:17:06)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - If you could design a template for extracurricular training for elementary, middle, and high school students that would span those years, where would you start and what would that template look like? (1:28:57)

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Published 2022-09-16

1904: The Dangers of Drinking Too Much Water, the Benefits of Adding Indian Club & Macebell Movements to a Workout, How to Add Olympic Lifts to a MAPS Program & More (Listener Live Coaching)

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Eating two burgers is healthier than eating one burger and one order of fries. (2:21)
  • Welcome, Mind Pump's newest partner Kreatures of Habit. (8:15)
  • Yes, Adam hides certain foods. (11:40)
  • Are the guys still skeptical about Tonal? (16:01)
  • How creatine may be more beneficial than anti-depressants for mild depression. (31:26)
  • Is inflation here to stay? (33:03)
  • Invest to fight inflation with Start Engine and companies like CAREMINDr. (39:07)
  • When NASA lets the internet decide the name of their next mission. (43:50)
  • How Disney is shaking up the streaming wars. (46:10)
  • Organifi Glow is getting rave reviews from Mind Pump listeners. (51:59)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - How can I add Olympic lifts to a MAPS Program? (54:52)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - How can I incorporate Indian clubs/mace bells into my workout to improve my shoulder, wrist, core, and elbow strength/health to fight potential injuries from my job? (1:00:39)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How can I rehab my body without putting on a massive amount of weight after hiking the Appalachian Trail? (1:15:09)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Can you drink too much water? (1:24:46)

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Published 2022-09-15

1903: The Role of Muscle Soreness & Gains, Sugar Vs. Sugar Substitutes, Overcoming Shaky Arms When Benching & More

85 min
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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: One of the BEST ways to manage your cravings is to manage your blood sugar levels. Just walking 2 MINUTES after a meal will have a pronounced effect! (2:25)
  • Adam recaps his helicopter ride in Hawaii. (12:35)
  • Food trucks have come a LONG way! (23:15)
  • Adam's flying hack for traveling with toddlers. (27:50)
  • What is Mind Pump streaming? (30:09)
  • The strange controversy surrounding the Queen's passing. (33:32)
  • Check out the new designs from Felix Gray! (39:17)
  • The ads on the backs of magazines were rip-offs! (41:02)
  • We are getting closer and close to Halo. (43:34)
  • How California is forcing the hand of these fast-food companies. (47:21)
  • NCI's CRAZY giveaway! (51:35)
  • #Quah question #1 - Why are muscle soreness and calories burned not a good cue for effective exercises? What do you suggest we track? (54:31)
  • #Quah question #2 - What are your opinions on sugar vs. sugar substitutes? (1:00:56)
  • #Quah question #3 - What stabilizer muscle exercises do you recommend to help arms stop shaking when bench pressing? (1:10:03)
  • #Quah question #4 - What are each of your most controversial health and wellness opinions? (1:14:26)

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Published 2022-09-14

1902: From Addict to Self-Made Millionaire With Michael Chernow

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From Addict to Self-Made Millionaire With Michael Churnow

  • How from a young age he was trying to get out of his house. (3:34)
  • Being sexually assaulted at 8 years old. (11:08)
  • Why he felt he needed to have a legitimate job with his ever-growing side hustle. (16:10)
  • His favorite drug to sell and why? (22:05)
  • His only run-in with the cops. (26:33)
  • The scary experience of getting robbed. (32:08)
  • That one time he faked his death. (39:01)
  • His connection to the universe. (44:30)
  • Losing his father and making amends. (46:55)
  • The beginning of the end of the dark days and the beginning of the new days. (56:30)
  • The Muay Thai angels. (1:01:48)
  • The point where things start happening for him. (1:08:43)
  • Why his happiness is FAR more important than cash in the bank and capital. (1:28:59)
  • His next venture, partner, and buyout. (1:35:45)
  • The origins of Kreatures of Habit. (1:46:33)
  • Taking his love of oatmeal and running with it! (1:53:25)
  • How fitness & health transformed him. (2:01:01)
  • The priority of profitability. (2:08:40)
  • You never know the catalyst of change. (2:10:30)

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Published 2022-09-13

1901: The Pros & Cons of Working Out Fasted, HIIT Vs. Steady-State Cardio, Maintaining Strength & Athleticism While Losing Weight & More (Listener Live Coaching)

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

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: One of the BEST things you can do to increase the pump is to drink more WATER! (2:58)
  • The benefits of red-light therapy to relieve pain. (10:39)
  • One Twitch streamer wanted ALL the views! (13:27)
  • Magnets are powerful! (21:14)
  • The Seed impact. (28:07)
  • The trends of drug use during the pandemic. (29:39)
  • How spoiled are these kids now?! (31:53)
  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Are there downsides to prolonged periods of resistance training while fasted? (41:57)
  • #ListenerLive question #2 - Can doing excess cardio hinder my muscle growth and weight loss, and slow my metabolism more? (48:56)
  • #ListenerLive question #3 - How do I fit MAPS Anabolic into my schedule as a firefighter? (1:02:01)
  • #ListenerLive question #4 - What is the safest way to reduce my weight without having to lose too much muscle? (1:14:51)

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