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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1024: Les Mills Review, How to Fix Hormone Imbalances Naturally, the Ideal Body Fat Percentage for Men & Women & MORE
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about natural ways to fix a hormone imbalance in females, thoughts on Les Mills classes such as Grit, Bodypump, etc., the ideal body fat percentage for men and women and how The Rock can keep up his physique and yet work so hard and sleep so little. The guys recap their trip back from the Oakland Hills: Organifi Pure, MacGyver allergy masks & MORE. (4:10) Will the guys invest in a Mind Pump house? (12:08) How will the business of Mind Pump evolve in this new voice-controlled world? (15:40) CBD now in Oreos??!! What’s next?! (18:36) The explosion of the opioid epidemic: How the medical system is to blame. (22:03) Wild shrimp test positive for cocaine and other drugs, pesticides in a new study. (38:18) The value of strength training and the crisis of meaning. (40:10) Why Justin is excited for John Wick 3 and why the guys are completely SOLD on Disney. (44:25) #Quah question #1 – What are some natural ways to fix hormone imbalances in females? And how can I convince my girlfriend to go along with the fixes? (48:52) #Quah question #2 – We know your thoughts on CrossFit. What are your thoughts on Les Mills classes such as Grit, Bodypump, etc.? (56:05) #Quah question #3 – What is the ideal body fat percentage for men and women? (1:05:38) #Quah question #4 – How do you think someone like The Rock can keep up his physique, yet work so hard and sleep so little? (1:11:28) People Mentioned Mark Bell (@marksmellybell) Instagram Ben Pakulski (@bpakfitness) Instagram Dwayne Johnson (@therock) Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned May Promotion: MAPS HIIT ½ off!! **Code “HIIT50” at checkout** Visit Organifi for the special offer for Mind Pump Listeners! Code “mindpump” at checkout. Visit PRx Performance for the special offer for Mind Pump Listeners. Code “mindpump” at checkout. Spotify tests new voice-controlled advertisements that launch podcasts or playlists Report: Oreo-maker Mondelez considers adding CBD-infused products Cannabis and the brain Opioid Executive John Kapoor Found Guilty In Landmark Bribery Case Mind Bullets - Be Made of Something Different (Motivational) Wild shrimp test positive for cocaine and other drugs, pesticides in new study Muscular strength in male adolescents and premature death: cohort study of one million participants John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, Trailer FDA Approves First Drug to Boost Women’s Sex Drive Mind Pump Free
1023: The Best Exercises to Build Biceps, How Binging Affects Metabolism, Why Most People Shouldn't Run & MORE
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about training biceps, how running can be done efficiently and effectively, how a prolonged caloric deficit followed by binging affects metabolism, and a typical day of eating for the Mind Pump Crew. Best pick-up lines, multiple personalities and the ego we create. (4:15) Mind Pump’s newest sponsor Kettle & Fire. (9:50) Butcher Box, farm raised vs. wild caught fish & MORE. (14:06) The best time of day for increased stamina based on your circadian rhythm. (20:00) The benefits of having your kids in sports for overall development. (22:32) Coming to terms with adversity, learning to reframe your negative self-talk, the law of attraction & MORE. (29:30) #Quah question #1 – I have fallen in love with resistance training, but the one muscle I find boring is training biceps. It seems like there only a few exercises that I can do. (41:42) #Quah question #2 – You guys rag a lot on running. Do you think running can be done efficiently and effectively? If so, how would you go about doing this? (53:07) #Quah question #3 – If someone has been in a prolonged caloric deficit and then starts binging, how would that affect their metabolism? (1:02:39) #Quah question #4 – Describe a typical day of eating? Not a perfect day, but a typical day from breakfast to your last meal. (1:08:48) People Mentioned Jim Kwik (@jimkwik) Instagram Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere) Instagram Jessica Rothenberg (@thetraininghour) Instagram Hal Elrod (@hal_elrod) Instagram Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne) Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned May Promotion: MAPS HIIT ½ off!! **Code “HIIT50” at checkout** Visit Kettle & Fire for the special offers for Mind Pump listeners! Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! Amazon.com: Watch Split | Prime Video Mind Pump Ep. 1002: Jim Kwik’s 10 Keys To Getting More Out Of Your Brain Visit Organifi for the special offer for Mind Pump Listeners! Code “mindpump” at checkout. The Circadian Code: Lose Weight, Supercharge Your Energy and Sleep Well Every Night - Book by Satchin Panda Mind Pump Ep. 1007: Hal Elrod On Cheating Death & Creating The Miracle Morning Mind Pump TV - Build Your Biceps with Angles Positions of Flexion and the Rep-Range-Overlap Technique Eat Stop Eat: Intermittent Fasting for Health and Weight Loss – Book by Brad Pilon Visit Smoothie Box for the special offer for Mind Pump listeners! Mind Pump Free Resources
1022: Raja Dhir- The Truth About Probiotics
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Raja Dhir, co-founder and co-CEO of Seed. His background and how he got into the field. (3:07) How science is more objective than any other discipline. (6:15) Meshing translational science with traditional science. (9:35) The state of affairs with consumer health today: Breaking the myths in the current space. (14:30) What got him excited about getting into the field of the microbiome? (20:45) Understanding the field of microbiome science. (30:11) How EVERYTHING affects the microbiome and why human intervention is a two-way street. (36:21) How we can potentially reverse food allergies. (47:09) Understanding the vaginal microbiome and the groundbreaking science in the field. (50:27) Are there things you can do to strengthen your gut lining permeability? (58:08) The importance of being critical when it comes to scientific research. (1:06:30) Can you inherit the microbiota of people you live in close quarters with? (1:09:27) The common myths surrounding probiotics. (1:14:37) The critical work SeedLabs is currently doing. (1:27:05) The microbiome connection to sports performance. The fine line between hard work and overtraining. (1:31:44) The fascinating story of his dogs and their link to the woolly mammoth. (1:36:15) Why they believe in taking a hard science approach + their next big ventures. (1:54:00) Featured Guest/People Mentioned Seed (@seed) Instagram Raja (@wildraja) Instagram Dr. Michael Ruscio (@drruscio) Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned seed.com/mindpump **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Cholesterol-lowering drugs reduce brown adipose tissue Amyloid-β peptide protects against microbial infection in mouse and worm models of Alzheimer’s disease Harvard researchers unveil new Alzheimer's theory Altering mix of gut microbes prevents obesity, but diet remains key factor Human Microbiome Project Why Gene Editing Is the Next Food Revolution HOW WHAT YOU DO AS A NEW MOM IMPACTS YOUR BABY’S MICROBIOME FOR *LIFE* Close social relationships correlate with human gut microbiota composition Probiotics: Reiterating What They Are and What They Are Not Healthy Gut, Healthy You: The Personalized Plan to Transform Your Gut from the Inside Out – Book by Dr. Michael Ruscio SeedLabs SeedLabs is testing probiotics designed for honeybees - Fast Company De-Extinction of the Woolly Mammoth: U.S. and Korea in Race to Clone Extinct Beast
1021: How to Regulate Hunger, Hammer Strength vs. Free Weights for Building Muscle, Exercises to Improve Muscle Definition & MORE
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about great exercises to get arm definition, Hammer Strength machines versus free weights, how to get to a place where hunger is regulated, and career paths that are in demand that include health, nutrition and fitness. Mind Pump’s newest sponsor disrupting the space, Liquid Death Mountain Spring Water. (3:17) Mind Pump back from vacation: Spectacular views, traveling with kids, detaching from city life & MORE. (8:30) Family dynamics, raising kids with animals & MORE. (25:50) The Avengers SMASHES box office records! (34:33) JJ Abrams brand, the lure of Disneyland and the secrets underground. (38:30) VR, the future of health/wellness & MORE. (43:24) #Quah question #1 – What is a great exercise to get arm definition? (48:12) #Quah question #2 - Hammer Strength machines versus free weights? (53:47) #Quah question #3 – For someone who has perpetually yo-yoed and is always hungry, how do you get to a place where their hunger is regulated? (1:01:34) #Quah question #4 – In your opinion, what career paths are in demand that include health, nutrition, and fitness? (1:11:29) People Mentioned Taylor (@tayvalenz) Instagram Liquid Death Mountain Water (@liquiddeath) Instagram Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere) Instagram Jessica Rothenberg (@thetraininghour) Instagram Enzo Coglitore (@enzocog) Instagram Dorian Yates (@thedorianyates) Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned April Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off!! Code “SPLIT50” at checkout Liquid Death - Banned Super Bowl Commercial "Avengers: Endgame" Has Shattered All Box Office Records In Its Debut Disneyland Secrets | Hidden Tips and Secrets for Disney Guests Exclusive: J.J. Abrams on Star Wars, Apple, and building Bad Robot into a Hollywood force Amazon.com: Watch Wall-E | Prime Video EcoPower Fitness How To Calculate Your Macros For Rapid Weight Loss Intuitive Nutrition Guide | MAPS Fitness Products - Mind Pump Mind Pump Free Resources
1020: Dandapani on the Power of Focus
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Dandapani, a Hindu priest, speaker on self development and entrepreneur. The practice of ‘Unwavering Focus’. (2:54) How can you practice concentration? (8:43) Why learning doesn’t make your wiser if you’re not implementing what you learn. (10:02) Where awareness goes, energy flows. (14:51) What is the difference between knowledge and wisdom? (19:19) The concept of learning to lean on your own spine. (23:24) What was the driving force behind him joining the monastery? The importance of the student/teacher relationship. (27:32) What does a typical day look like at the monastery? (37:27) Why your whole day is a preparation for success. (40:12) What are the steps to mastering focus? (43:56) Problems are not problems; they are subconscious patterns that need to be adjusted. (46:36) What are the results you want, how to stay concentrated to manifest it in the mind to create physically. (48:23) Understanding your purpose in life and ‘making the case’. (53:08) The benefits of learning how to concentrate and knowing your priorities in life. (59:28) Did he experience any culture shock once leaving the monastery? (1:03:15) What are the biggest challenges he faces today? (1:09:13) The meaning behind the 3 lines on his forehead. (1:10:30) How does he define enlightenment? (1:12:54) Featured Guest Dandapani (@dandapanillc) Instagram/Twitter Website Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: MAPS P.E.D. $60 off until Sunday, April 28th at midnight **Code “PED60” at checkout** April Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off!! Code “SPLIT50” at checkout Unwavering Focus | Dandapani | TEDxReno - YouTube Mind Pump 1002: Jim Kwik’s 10 Keys To Getting More Out Of Your Brain Kliff Kingsbury Will Give Players "Cell Phone Breaks" In Meetings Halo effect - Wikipedia
1019: Using Barbell Complexes for Building Muscle & Burning Fat, How to Fix an Imbalance Between the Right & Left Side of Body, Staying Disciplined & MORE
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about using barbell complexes for building muscle AND burning fat at the same time, how to fix a chest imbalance, tools to stay disciplined when the motivation/excitement has run out, and the best investment opportunities right now and for the future. Tobacco company Philip Morris starts life insurance firm that offers discounts to smokers who quit + why Health IQ is superior if you are health driven. (4:09) Adam witnesses the GREATEST Game 7 in NHL history: How momentum is a REAL thing. (10:15) How Justin is using Organifi ‘Immunity’ to prevent a potential viral infection. (20:15) Sal and Justin taking their families to the Grand Canyon. (22:18) Adam and Catrina getaway with friends. (28:32) The outpouring of amazing baby gifts Adam has received from fans and sponsors. (31:30) Mind Pump back on the road!! Limited tickets are available at Vuori flagship in Encinitas, CA. (33:09) Mind Pump recommends The Creative Brain on Netflix. (33:49) 'Fat Sex Therapist' compares fitness trainers to Nazis, children's dieting to sexual assault. (38:16) The importance of using machines vs. free weights, if you are training high volume and feel you are at the brink of overtraining. (43:18) #Quah question #1 - Are barbell complexes suitable for building muscle and burning fat at the same time as claimed by some? (46:04) #Quah question #2 - How do you fix a chest imbalance? Should you switch to dumbbells and go heavier on the bad side? Or could this be from a shoulder issue or something not related to the chest muscle? (53:18) #Quah question #3 – What tools do each of you have to stay disciplined when the motivation or excitement has run out to stay on track with your nutrition or go to the gym? (59:03) #Quah question #4 – What are some of the best investment opportunities right now and for the future? (1:06:44) People Mentioned John Brenkus (@johnbrenkus_) Twitter Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere) Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: MAPS P.E.D. $60 off until Sunday, April 28th at midnight **Code “PED60” at checkout** April Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off!! Code “SPLIT50” at checkout Mind Pump Live Health IQ Organifi Tobacco company Philip Morris starts life insurance firm that offers discounts to smokers who quit Jury Awards $80 Million In Damages In Roundup Weed Killer Cancer Trial Mind Pump 955: John Brenkus- 6x Emmy-Award Winning Creator, Host, & Producer Of Sport Science Morphic Resonance: The Nature of Formative Causation – Book by Rupert Sheldrake Rapid origin for the Grand Canyon - Graham Hancock The Creative Brain | Netflix 'Fat Sex Therapist' compares fitness trainers to Nazis, children's dieting to sexual assault The Glenn Beck Program | Hour 2 | 4/24/19 MAPS Fitness Prime | Muscle Adaptation Programming System Mind Pump Free Resources
1018: Using Wendler's 5:3:1 to Ramp Up to Working Weight, the Proper Way to Bulk, the Pros & Cons of Going Barefoot & MORE
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by MAPS Fitness Products (www.mapsfitnessproducts.com), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about warming up and working up to working weight, the pros and cons of going barefoot, the surplus/deficit protocol for bulking and the four most famous people they would want on the podcast. Are film ratings more accurate today?? (4:59) Four Sigmatic had Adam at chocolate. His new favorite item from their product line. (7:24) The Rolex of blue-blocking glasses: Felix Gray having a special sale! The important role sleep plays in fat loss. (9:48) Nostalgia at its finest: Yes, there is still one Blockbuster left! (16:34) Is Luminary, the latest "Netflix for podcasts," worth it? (19:18) MMA fighter Joyce Vieira beats up man accused of sexual harassment during beach photoshoot. (32:21) Dr. Integrity is at it again…The dangers of health/fitness professionals promoting the wrong things for clicks and self-promotion. (36:52) Larry Wheels latest extreme strength feat. (41:45) Harvard professor predicts half of U.S. colleges will soon be bankrupt. Will the model change during our lifetime? (46:10) #Quah question #1 – When warming up and working up to your working weight, do you go by percentages or just intuitively? My buddy is doing Wendler’s 5:3:1 and working off straight percentages. Is that ideal for getting the maximum effect at higher weights without burning yourself out on the way up? (50:31) #Quah question #2 – What are the pros and cons of going barefoot? What are your opinions on barefoot shoes for everyday wear? (1:00:03) #Quah question #3 – I hear you guys talk about bulking and recommending doing 3-4 weeks in a caloric surplus, followed by a week or so in a caloric deficit. Could you explain why you recommend this strategy and how to implement it? (1:09:35) #Quah question #4 – What are the four most famous people you guys would want to have on the podcast? (1:16:23) People Mentioned Jordan Harbinger (@jordanharbinger) Instagram Ben Shapiro (@officialbenshapiro) Instagram Steven Crowder (@louderwithcrowder) Instagram Dr. Jacob Wilson (@themusclephd) Instagram Jim Stoppani, PhD (@jimstoppani) Instagram Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne) Instagram Larry (@larrywheels) Instagram Bradley Martyn (@bradleymartyn) Instagram Bradly Castleberry (@bradcastleberry) Instagram Jon Call (@jujimufu) Instagram Dr. Jordan Shallow D.C (@the_muscle_doc) Instagram Dr. Ben Pollack (@phdeadlift) Instagram Dr. Justin Brink (@premiere_spine_sport) Instagram Jordan Peterson (@jordan.b.peterson) Instagram Dwayne Johnson (@therock) Instagram Will Smith (@willsmith) Instagram Bill Burr (@wilfredburr) Instagram David Chappelle (@DaveChappelle) | Twitter Arnold (@Schwarzenegger) · Twitter Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: MAPS P.E.D. $60 off until Sunday, April 28th at midnight **Code “PED60” at checkout** April Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off!! Code “SPLIT50” at checkout Mind Pump Live Events Four Sigmatic Felix Gray Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock with Colored Sunrise Simulation and Sunset Fading Night Light, White (HF3520) There's only one Blockbuster left on the planet - CNN - CNN.com Luminary has launched. Is the latest “Netflix for podcasts” worth it? MMA fighter Joyce Vieira beats up man accused of sexual harassment during beach photoshoot To Carb or Not To Carb? Larry Wheels benching 245LBS x3 EACH HAND! Harvard professor predicts half of U.S. colleges will soon be bankrupt Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen - Book by Christopher McDougall Mind Pump Free Resources
1017: Max Schmarzo- Strong by Science
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Max Schmarzo of Strong by Science. Mind Pump recommends The Jordan Harbinger Show with Mike Posner. (2:43) Nothing will check your ego harder than hearing yourself talk for the first time. How everyone starts somewhere. (4:54) The losing battle of the scarcity mindset. (7:11) The two schools of thought when it comes to force production. (16:21) The aesthetics of movement: The concept of motor unit synchronization. (22:05) How it’s not the sport that matters, it’s the movement that matters. (26:16) Does Lebron James really perform poor squats?? How general fitness is not the same as athletic fitness. (31:59) The power of big data is in the granularity. (35:35) How it’s about making things applicable. (43:30) Why ideas are stupid, actions are awesome. (47:25) The importance of data to cater to your athletes. (50:07) The concept of percentage of drop off. (53:01) What are some effective ways to maximize/improve your length-tension relationship? (1:06:25) Breaking the myths behind isometric training. (1:17:57) What protocol does he recommend for a given athlete to improve their glute development? (1:23:21) The act of being ‘engaged’ when you perform an athletic movement. (1:27:07) The role of the CNS to your performance and overall wellness. How your coach acts as your ‘check engine light’. (1:29:45) The science behind why our body crumbles from too much excess high intensity training. (1:41:04) Why there is no such thing as biohacking. (1:47:25) Featured Guest/People Mentioned Max Schmarzo (ATC/CSCS/MS) (@strong_by_science) • Instagram Podcast Website Cory Schlesinger (@schlesstrength) Instagram Matt Van Dyke (@vandykestrength) Instagram Chase Phelps MS, RSCC (@_chasephelps) Instagram John Brenkus (@johnbrenkus_) Twitter Paul Chek (@paul.chek) Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: MAPS P.E.D. $60 off until Sunday, April 28th at midnight **Code “PED60” at checkout** April Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off!! Code “SPLIT50” at checkout The Jordan Harbinger Show Ep 168: Mike Posner | 31 Minutes to the Other Side of Fame Force is King - Strong BY Science How does the length-tension relationship affect hypertrophy? - Medium Resilience Code: Home The Weird Power of the Placebo Effect, Explained G-Flight - Strong BY Science Exsurgo Strategic Resource Use for Learning: A Self-Administered Intervention That Guides Self-Reflection on Effective Resource Use Enhances Academic Performance Neuromechanical coupling in the regulation of muscle tone and joint stiffness. Applied Principles of Optimal Power Development - Strong BY Science Intro to the Glute Layering Model - Van Dyke Strength StrongbyScience Podcast | Chase Phelps, Stanford | Ep. 1 Mind Pump 955: John Brenkus- 6x Emmy-Award Winning Creator, Host, & Producer Of Sport Science Adaptive capacity - Wikipedia Mitochondrial reactive oxygen species enable proinflammatory signaling through disulfide linkage of NEMO Mitochondria as source of reactive oxygen species under oxidative stress. Study with novel mitochondria-targeted antioxidants--the "Skulachev-ion" derivatives. Mind Pump Free Resources
1016: How to Get Back on Track After Eating Crap, Adjusting Training Intensity When Sleep Deprived, Advice When Starting a Gym & MORE
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about rebounding after a day of eating like crap, adjusting training intensity to balance lack of sleep, frequently asked questions that have become annoying over time, and the most important pieces of advice for someone who is about to open up their own gym. How TV shows of the past didn’t portray the future very well. (5:37) Recap of Mind Pump & Mimosas event. (9:40) Come see the guys LIVE May 10th at Vuori flagship store in Encinitas, CA. (14:40) Mind Pump Easter recap: Skinny Dipped almonds, spending time with family and defining what worship is. (16:40) Elizabeth Warren’s ‘Unicorn Plan’. (27:13) How upcoming tech IPOs could affect the Bay Area housing market. (29:43) The yodeler who sued Yahoo. (31:45) Game Boy turns 30. (36:49) Sports talk: San Jose Sharks force game 7 in the NHL Playoffs + the economic impact of a team winning a championship. (40:01) #Quah question #1 – How do you rebound after a day of eating like crap? (44:08) #Quah question #2 – If your life makes it incredibly difficult to get adequate sleep for recovery, do you recommend lowering training intensity to balance that out? (57:19) #Quah question #3 – What is the question you guys get the most that has become annoying because you answer it all the time? (1:06:57) #Quah question #4 – What is the most important piece of advice you would give someone who is about to open up their own gym? (1:14:56) People Mentioned Paul Chek (@paul.chek) Instagram Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne) Instagram Ben Greenfield (@bengreenfieldfitness) Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned April Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off!! Code “SPLIT50” at checkout Vuori Clothing Skinny Dipped Mind Pump Live Special Promotion: MAPS P.E.D. $60 off until Sunday, April 28th at midnight **Code “PED60” at checkout** Beyond 2000 (TV Series 1985–1999) - IMDb Airfield Supply Co. Elizabeth Warren releases sweeping student debt cancellation and free college plan How New Tech IPOs Could Cause SF Bay Area Real Estate Prices To Fall Further The yodeler who sued Yahoo - The Hustle Yodeler Tells Yahoo: I'll Sue You-Hooo! Nintendo's Game Boy is 30 years old! Which one is your favorite? What's the economic impact of the Super Bowl on team cities? Felix Gray Ambient Salt Lamp Authentic Himalayan Salt Lamp 7-9" 7-9 lbs Hand Crafted Natural Crystal Salt Rock with UL Listed and Certified Dimmer Switch Mind Pump 30 Days of Coaching Red Dot Fitness Mind Pump Free Resources
BONUS: Introducing MAPS P.E.D.
In this episode Sal, Adam and Justin go into detail about the newest MAPS program... P.E.D. This is by far the most advanced of all the MAPS programs and they go into detail why it was created, who it is for and how the program is set up. Fitness influencers’ photoshopping their photos, what’s next??!! How no one likes to be bamboozled + the rhyme and reason behind the MAPS method. (1:42) Why P.E.D. was created? (8:35) How programming has become a lost art in the world of bodybuilding. (13:20) The benefits of running this type of program in comparison to a typical body part split? (18:05) The importance of phasing your workouts + how the program is set up. (28:53) Who is this program for? (31:24) The ‘Two Levels’ of lifter + the addition of ‘Deload Movements’. (36:45) Cardio free programming! (41:29) The meaning behind the name + breaking down the different phases. (43:18) People Mentioned Frank Zane (@officialfrankzane) Instagram Arnold (@Schwarzenegger) Twitter Serge Nubret Franco Columbu Official (@francocolumbu) Instagram Ben Pakulski (@bpakfitness) Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned SPECIAL PROMOTION: MAPS P.E.D. $60 off through April 27th, 2019 at midnight **Code “PED60” at checkout** April Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off!! Code “SPLIT50” at checkout Mechanical overload and skeletal muscle fiber hyperplasia: a meta-analysis
1015: Mike McCastle- Four-Time World Record Holder & Acclaimed Performance Coach
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Mike McCastle, a four-time world record holder who performs amazing feats of strength and performance. In 2015 he shattered the Guinness World Record for 'Most Pull-ups in 24 hours' by completing 5,804 pull-ups, all while wearing a 30 pound pack! Mike is the founder of the Twelve Labors Project, a charitable initiative driven by a purposeful mission to push the limits of human potential in hopes of inspiring others to explore their own capacity for greatness. What exactly does he do right now for business? (3:00) How does he cue the general population to do an exercise? The importance of maximizing their value. (7:26) Has tension training played an important role in the feats he has done? (11:01) Why with most methods, he does them on himself first. (12:55) You either use it or lose it: The benefits of end-range training. (15:57) The early mistakes he made as a trainer. Why soreness doesn’t equal progress. (17:52) His ‘Train often, test seldom’ mentality. (19:18) The extraordinary feats of strength and performance he has performed, finding meaning in your suffering & MORE. (21:03) Where did he develop his ‘unbreakable’ mentality? (32:31) How part of being strong is being authentic with yourself and knowing your abilities. (35:22) The defining moment in his life where he made a conscious decision to quit. (37:10) The ‘Twelve Labors Project’: How sometimes the most unreasonable decision matters the most. (39:45) How pain is a tool, not the focus. (47:33) The ‘labors’ he has completed explained. (50:04) What does the internal conversation look like when he experiences a ‘bump in the road’? (1:00:30) Why true excellence is not attainable, it’s about the pursuit. (1:04:56) Featured Guest/People Mentioned Mike McCastle (@mikemccastle) Instagram/Twitter YouTube Twelve Labors Project David Goggins (@davidgoggins) Instagram Sanjay Rawal (@mrsanjayr) Instagram Zach Bitter (@zachbitter) Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned April Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off!! Code “SPLIT50” at checkout Mind Pump Live Q&A StrongFirst: The School of Strength The Naked Warrior - Book by Pavel Tsatsouline Mind Pump 992: Sanjay Rawal Mind Pump Free Resources
1014: The Benefits of Cryotherapy & Ice Baths, Creating the Ultimate Morning Routine, When Children Should Begin Working Out & MORE
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the age a child can start working out in the gym with a parent, how to choose the best morning routine, cryotherapy and ice baths for recovery and the benefits of meditation. Adam’s new Organifi ‘pre-podcast’ stack: Pure and Immunity. (3:45) How do we get wealthy people to want to do more good things?? Cater to their ego. (10:50) Is old man strength a real thing?? (16:07) Carl's Jr. is testing out a CBD burger in honor of 4/20, BANG Energy class action says drinks don’t provide ‘Body-Rocking Fuel’ & MORE. Why quality always has staying power. (19:22) The new trend: Being ‘authentic’. (30:40) Joe Rogan vs. Media Matters. (36:06) 3D-printed heart made using a human patient's cells. (40:12) Justin introduces Sal to new rock music. (45:27) U.S. doctors accused of trading prescriptions for sex and cash in a major scandal. How just because you have a Ph.D. doesn’t mean you have integrity. (46:15) #Quah question #1 – What’s a good age for someone younger to start working out in the gym with a parent? (48:57) #Quah question #2 – Jim Kwik and Hal Elrod both talked about morning routines, but their routines were quite different. For example, Jim Kwik’s suggested keeping your eyes closed and remembering dreams. Hal Elrod said to put your phone across the room, so you would have to get up to turn off the alarm. Which do you subscribe to? (59:59) #Quah question #3 – What are your thoughts on cryotherapy and ice baths for recovery? Placebo or actually valuable? (1:06:51) #Quah question #4 – What have been your experiences with meditation? What benefits have you seen in research or personal experience? What advice would you give people looking to add meditation to their lifestyle? (1:15:35) People Mentioned Kyle Kingsbury (@kingsbu) Instagram Joe Rogan (@joerogan) Instagram Jim Kwik (@jimkwik) Instagram Hal Elrod (@hal_elrod) Instagram Wim Hof (@iceman_hof) Instagram Dr. Justin Brink (@premiere_spine_sport) Instagram Dandapani (@dandapanillc) Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned April Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off!! Code “SPLIT50” at checkout Mind Pump Live Q&A Organifi **Code “mindpump” for 20% off** LVMH & Kering Pledge More Than $300 Million to Help Rebuild Notre Dame Knuckle Carl's Jr. is testing out a CBD burger in honor of 4/20 - CNN VPX Sports/Bang Energy Sues Monster Energy Co. and Reign Beverage Co. for Trademark Infringement, Trade Dress Infringement, and Unfair Competition for Monster's Knockoff REIGN Energy Drink BANG Energy Class Action Says Drinks Don’t Provide ‘Body-Rocking Fuel’ NED **15% off first purchase** ‘It’s genuine, you know?’: why the online influencer industry is going ‘authentic’ The Joe Rogan Experience disproportionately hosts men 'First' 3D print of heart with human tissue, vessels unveiled Opioid crisis: US doctors accused of trading prescriptions for sex and cash in major scandal Mind Pump Ep. 1007: Hal Elrod On Cheating Death & Creating The Miracle Morning Mind Pump Ep. 1002: Jim Kwik’s 10 Keys To Getting More Out Of Your Brain Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock with Sunrise Simulation, White (HF3500/60) Mind Pump Free Resources
1013: Controlling Hunger When Lifting Heavy, Diet for Peak Physical Shape, the Pros & Cons of Interning for Influencers & MORE
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by MAPS Fitness Products (www.mapsfitnessproducts.com), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about controlling massive hunger when going through MAPS Anabolic, what each of their diets looked like when they were in their best physical shape, mental health and the fitness industry and the value of interning for "influencers." The benefits of testing if you’re nutrient deficient before supplementation using Everly Well. (3:56) Mind Pump: Getting you to break up with your workout partner + the dogma behind exercise. (15:26) Sal and Jessica getting after it at the new 49ers Fit gym. (22:45) Mind Pump gearing up for their next live event at the Vuori Flagship store. (25:54) Adam losing sleep over the greatest comeback in NBA history + is he getting a little lonely in the bedroom? (29:02) The guys ragging on Sal over his new family pet. (36:06) Notre Dame Cathedral fire donations near $1B. The belief in something that is bigger than yourself. (37:04) Fecal transplants result in a massive long-term reduction in autism symptoms. (41:06) #Quah question #1 – I started MAPS Anabolic as a healthy weight loss journey, but I’m finding myself massively hungry. My intake is probably negating any potential weight loss from the program. Any guidance on what to do or control the hunger? (47:54) #Quah question #2 - What did your diet look like when you were at your best physical shape? (56:13) #Quah question #3 - How do you think mental health affects the fitness industry? Do you think a lot of high-level athletes and fitness driven people are more likely to deal with mental health or the opposite? (1:05:35) #4 Quah question #4 - Do you think interning for influencers or online coaches is a good learning opportunity or is it just free labor? What should an intern expect to gain from an internship? (1:14:49) People Mentioned Jessica Rothenberg (@thetraininghour) Instagram Hal Elrod (@hal_elrod) Instagram Enzo Coglitore (@enzocog) Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned April Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off!! Use code “SPLIT50” at checkout Everly Well **Code “mindpump” for 15% any test** Vuori Clothing **25% off first order** Mind Pump Live registration 49ers Fit Mind Pump Ep. 1010: The Best Cardio To Burn Fat Mind Pump Ep. 1007: Hal Elrod On Cheating Death & Creating The Miracle Morning 'Paris needs Notre Dame': Donations to rebuild Notre Dame Cathedral near $1 billion Fecal transplants result in massive long-term reduction in autism symptoms Mind Pump Ep. 1002: Jim Kwik’s 10 Keys To Getting More Out Of Your Brain Mind Pump Free
1012: Joe Kudla- How to Build an International Fashion Brand in 5 Years
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin talk with Joe Kudla, founder and CEO of Vuori Clothing. Five years ago Vuori was just an idea. Today Vuori can be found in Nordstrom, REI and shipped worldwide when ordered from their website. Joe has a fascinating story of multiple business ventures, some successful, others failures that have led to Vuori Clothing's "overnight success." Joe tells a good story and in this episode he tells of a strange run-in with a psychic woman who nudged him to take a leap of faith that ultimately catapulted the company. Even if you don't believe in psychics, this story may just make you believe a little bit... Vuori Clothing is the preferred attire of the Mind Pump Team. It looks, fits and feels amazing. You can check it out at vuoriclothing.com/mindpump (Be sure to use the code on this page for 25% off your first order... a Mind Pump exclusive discount!). Mind Pump recommends The Jordan Harbinger Show. (3:38) How if you don’t make good products in this day in age, what’s the point. (6:45) What was their defining moment of success? (7:57) The MASSIVE compound growth over the last 5 years. (10:31) Setting out to make clothes that other people cannot find. ‘Built to move and style for life’ mindset. (13:10) Putting their money where their mouth is and making GREAT products. (15:34) Have they experienced any growing pains or challenges? (17:14) The great debate on entering the ‘Athlete Market.’ (19:24) What goes into the process of creating a product? (20:30) Do they do any outsourcing when it comes to design? (22:39) How do you know, as an entrepreneur, when to stop or change gears? (26:28) His early ventures, failures and the life lessons he learned along the way. (28:32) Going all-in on Vuori. (32:33) A chance encounter with a psychic woman that propelled him to take the leap of faith and invest in clarity. (39:00) Becoming in alignment and how Mind Pump found the brand. (47:38) Building the relationship directly with the consumer, shifting their message based on customer feedback and being versatile. (51:08) How your culture is your brand. (56:00) What does he see for their future in the space? (59:05) People Mentioned Jordan Harbinger (@jordanharbinger) Instagram Todd Herman (@todd_herman) Instagram Wim Hof (@iceman_hof) Instagram Michael Stromsness (@enlightened_savage_101) Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned April Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off!! Code “SPLIT50” at checkout Vuori Clothing **25% off your first order** 163: Todd Herman | The Alter Ego Effect - Jordan Harbinger How Vuori's Joe Kudla Turned an Idea into an Activewear Empire Vaco Staffing Services | Premier Recruiting Firm Mind Pump Live Q & A Mind Pump Free Resources
1011: How to Determine the Ideal Training Load for Your Body, Signs of Overtraining, Influencers Who Lie About Using Steroids & MORE
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the signs of overtraining, balancing pushing the limit with doing the minimum necessary to elicit change, social media influencers who hide their steroid use and the most embarrassing thing they have witnessed in a gym. Why does everything have CBD in it now?? (5:53) Follow up on the spread of ‘Rhabdo’ cases in the medical field due to extreme workouts. (12:06) Adam’s “Read, write and row” epic fail. How exercise and movement light up the whole brain and foster creativity. (19:33) Sal the ‘Drama Queen’ and pissing off his daughter. (24:00) How Butcher Box now has add-ons on top of your scheduled box. (26:15) The Disneyland for Fitness, 49ers Fit Gym. (29:02) Happy Tax Day! Here are some infuriating ways the Government spends your money. (36:00) Why you should start your lift with a good negative, to get a good positive. How context matters. (38:40) #Quah question #1 – What are signs of overtraining? (45:43) #Quah question #2 – How come you guys are always preaching not train so hard and to always do the minimum amount necessary, yet when you tell stories of how you got to where you are you definitely were working out more than three times a week? If I want to be as jacked and successful as you, don’t I need to push the limit? (53:03) #Quah question #3 – Why are all these Instagram famous lifters acting all high and mighty hitting PR’s but not being truthful with people about how they are getting where they are? Steroid use is at an all-time high. (1:03:28) #Quah question #4 – What is the most embarrassing thing you have witnessed in a gym? (1:09:28) People Mentioned Rochelle (@sugarsweet_and_fit) Instagram DayDay Knucks (@danalinnbailey) Instagram Hal Elrod (@hal_elrod) Instagram Paul Chek (@paul.chek) Instagram Ben Pakulski (@bpakfitness) Instagram Dr. Jacob Wilson (@themusclephd) Instagram Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne) Instagram Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere) Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned April Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off!! Code “SPLIT50” at checkout NED **15% off first purchase** Visit Butcherbox for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! Transdermal cannabidiol reduces inflammation and pain-related behaviours in a rat model of arthritis Medical Cannabis Use Is Associated With Decreased Opiate Medication Use in a Retrospective Cross-Sectional Survey of Patients With Chronic Pain. Dana Linn Bailey Was In the Hospital for Rhabdo Following an Intense CrossFit Workout Mind Pump 1007: Hal Elrod On Cheating Death & Creating The Miracle Morning 49ers Fit Happy Tax Day! Here Are 6 Infuriating Ways the Government Spends Your Money The Muscle PhD post on ‘Eccentric Training vs. Concentric Training’ Mind Pump Free Resources