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
036: Functional Training or Cirque du Soleil?
Do you do barbell squats on a bosu ball? Do your workouts include exercises on wobble boards and squishy pads? If so, is there a benefit to including this type of "functional training" in your routine? Sal, Adam and Justin tackle functional training and reveal whether it will improve your results or if it is just a great way to prepare for a job with the circus.