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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1713: The Risk of Joint Damage From Lifting Weights, the Benefit of Adding Bear Crawls to Your Routine, Raising Healthy Kids & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about why bear crawls are not commonly seen in the gym, whether it is dangerous for short or slender people to lift weights, the best habits and activities you can instill in your children throughout their development so that they grow up healthier, and how to balance drinking and going out with working on fitness goals. Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you are looking to lose weight, DON’T follow the Will Smith approach. (3:57) The struggles being a child of a celebrity. (19:35) Dad life updates with the guys. (24:27) How Mind Pump is the “Ready, aim, fire” crew. (30:43) Butcher Box is CRUSHING! (41:55) Fun Facts with Justin: Small ‘dong’ marches trying to bring awareness to end shaming of tiny penises. (47:01) Why Sal makes sure to take his Zbiotics before date night. (50:13) How we cannot gaslight the whole world because of hurt feelings. (55:52) #Quah question #1 – What are your thoughts on bear crawls as they seem to be total body, but you don’t see them often in the gym? (1:03:29) #Quah question #2 - Is it dangerous for short or slender people to lift weights? (1:11:32) #Quah question #3 – What are some of the best habits and activities you can instill in your children throughout their development so that they grow up healthier? (1:17:21) #Quah question #4 - How do I balance drinking and going out with working on fitness goals? (1:31:43) Related Links/Products Mentioned EXCLUSIVE LAUNCH PROMOTION! (EXPIRES TUESDAY 12/28): MAPS Resistance $20 OFF **Promo Code – “RESIST20” at checkout** December Promotion: MAPS HIIT and MAPS SPLIT 50% off! **Promo code “DECEMBER50” at checkout** Can Will Smith Lose 20lbs In 20 Weeks? | Best Shape Of My Life Why The Scale Is Not Always The Best Way To Measure Progress – Mind Pump Blog Angel: How to Invest in Technology Startups--Timeless Advice from an Angel Investor Who Turned $100,000 into $100,000,000 Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! 'Small Dong March' aims to end 'shaming' of tiny penises Visit ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! The Vesper | Campbell Parents of UPenn swimmers demand NCAA change rules allowing Lia Thomas to keep breaking women’s records @mindpumpsal Instagram post on UPenn swimmer Visit Oli Pop for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “mindpump” at checkout for 15% off your first order** How to Bear Crawl – Mind Pump TV How To PROPERLY Do The Bird Dog Exercise – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump #1502: How To Drink & Stay Fit Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Will Smith (@willsmith) Instagram
1712: How to Get a Friend or Family Member Started With Resistance Training
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss ways to help get a loved one started with resistance training in an enjoyable, sustainable way. The most common questions asked as the New Year approaches. (2:37) The importance of HOW you get started. (3:54) The biggest mistakes people make when they get back into training. (5:46) The biggest challenges faced getting started. (13:24) Enjoyable and Stainable Ways to Get a Friend or Family Member Started with Resistance Training. (24:35) #1 – Focus on training your whole body 2-3 days a week. (24:56) #2 – Start out using minimal equipment. (27:33) #3 – Stick to 30–40-minute workouts and 2 sets per muscle group. (28:46) #4 – Utilize the Mind Pump FREE resources. (29:58) #5 – Listen to your body. (32:28) Introducing MAPS Resistance and how it’s tailored for the person getting back into resistance training. (37:28) Related Links/Products Mentioned EXCLUSIVE LAUNCH PROMOTION! (EXPIRES TUESDAY 12/28): MAPS Resistance $20 OFF **Promo Code - "RESIST20" at checkout** Visit Drink LMNT for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Full Body Routine vs. Split Routine for Beginners – Mind Pump Blog Body Part Split vs. Whole Body Workout: Which Is Best? - Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump TV - YouTube MAPS Macro Calculator Mind Pump #1537: Why Meal Plans Are Making You Fat NCI Certifications x Mind Pump Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Jason Phillips (@jasonphillipsisnutrition) Instagram
1711: Steel Plates Vs. Bumper Plates, the Negative Effect of Stress on Gains, Using Indian Clubs & Macebells for Joint Stability & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the difference between lifting steel plates vs. bumper plates, their favorite or most fun program to run, the difference macebells and Indian clubs make for joint stability, and whether chronic stress is a strong enough component to keep someone from achieving their fitness goals. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Are you looking to get lean? Well, you might have to bulk to make that happen. (3:44) Is BDE a real thing? (11:25) How Justin dropped the ball on promoting his favorite product from Organifi. (21:14) Kids say the darndest things. (26:56) Why there is something so pure about radical honesty. (28:50) How Mind Pump evaluates the supplement company’s they work with. (33:18) Why Elon Musk is Sal’s favorite person he doesn’t know. (37:49) Mind Pump Recommends Entrepreneur Video Essays with Jake Tran on YouTube. (40:18) Inflation among commodities since 1970. (42:40) How Ned’s hemp oil has helped Sal’s grandfather get back to good health. (50:30) Financial literacy among the Mind Pump families. (55:51) #Quah question #1 – What's the difference between lifting steel plates vs. bumper plates? (59:32) #Quah question #2 – What is your favorite or most fun MAPS program to run? (1:08:58) #Quah question #3 – How much of a difference do maces and Indian clubs make for joint stability? (1:13:06) #Quah question #4 - Is chronic stress a strong enough component to keep someone from achieving their fitness goals? (1:20:35) Related Links/Products Mentioned December Promotion: MAPS HIIT and MAPS SPLIT 50% off! **Promo code “DECEMBER50” at checkout** Calorie Cycling For Bulking and Fat Loss – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1427: Don’t Make These 6 Bulking Mistakes Watch The Pick-Up Artist Season 1 | Prime Video Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “MINDPUMP” at checkout** Elon Musk calls Elizabeth Warren 'Senator Karen' in fight over taxes Jake Tran - YouTube Learn Liberty - YouTube The Rich Dad Radio Show with Robert and Kim Kiyosaki Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Stockpile – Your Favorite Stocks By The Dollar Visit Serenity Kids for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “MP20” at checkout** Products - Watson Gym Equipment MAPS Fitness Products 3 Reasons Why You Should Train w/ Indian Clubs & Steel Mace (John Wolf) | MIND PUMP How to Use Indian Clubs – Mind Pump TV How To Use The Steel Mace Bell in Your Fitness Training (John Wolf) | MIND PUMP Mind Pump #1402: Good Stress Vs. Bad Stress & How To Know The Difference Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Vicki Reynolds (@ vicki__reynolds) Instagram Robert Kiyosaki (@therealkiyosaki) Twitter Ben Pakulski (@bpakfitness) Instagram Watson Gym Equipment (@watsongymequipment) Instagram
1710: The #1 Rule of Fitness
In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin discuss the most important thing to focus on for a successful fitness journey. The one rule to rule them all. (1:42) Why the absence of illness is NOT health. (2:30) How a healthy body adapts well to the many challenges in life. (5:53) Good health means good movement. (9:25) The steps to get your health back on track. (12:08) #1 - LEARN how to listen to your body. (13:09) #2 – Consider the WHOLE PICTURE. (24:35) #3 – DON’T STAY in that extreme lane too long. (28:36) #4 – BE MINDFUL of your tendencies and insecurities. (33:23) Related Links/Products Mentioned December Promotion: MAPS HIIT and MAPS SPLIT 50% off! **Promo code “DECEMBER50” at checkout** Visit Sunday’s Dog Food for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “MINDPUMP” at checkout for 35% off your first order** Why Mobility Is So Important For Being Healthy – Mind Pump Blog Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Mind Pump #610: Dr. Andy Galpin Mind Pump #1632: The Truth About German Volume Training Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Andy Galpin (@drandygalpin) Instagram
1709: How a 5x5 Routine Can Cause Injuries & Pain, What to Do If You Have Low Testosterone, Ways to Break Through a Plateau & More (Listener Live Coaching)
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The best tool, generally speaking, for resistance training is free weights. (3:15) The #1 reason Mind Pump works with NCI. (18:05) How Justin’s new garage gym has been PRx’ed out! (22:16) Why the sudden increase in millennials writing wills? (29:27) How Justin got pulled back into Tiger King. (37:54) What market industry is the top polluter in the world? (42:01) Sal breaks his silence on questions he has been receiving regarding his physique. (49:21) #ListenerLive question #1 – Is it normal to start feeling moderate pain as you progress through a program and intensity? (1:07:52) #ListenerLive question #2 – Are there any easy hacks to get my squat to progress? (1:23:11) #ListenerLive question #3 – What can I do to improve my low testosterone levels? (1:31:23) #ListenerLive question #4 – How do I combat the feeling of not doing enough in the gym as a former high-level athlete? (1:43:44) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com December Promotion: MAPS HIIT and MAPS SPLIT 50% off! **Promo code “DECEMBER50” at checkout** Mind Pump #1542: How Bodybuilders Ruined Weight Lifting For Everyone NCI Certifications x Mind Pump Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Landmine University More millennials have been writing wills in case they die unexpectedly and cite the COVID-19 pandemic as the reason: At least 27% of 18-34 year olds had a will in 2021, compared to 18% in 2019 Watch Tiger King | Netflix Official Site The environmental price of fast fashion Guess the fake startup + Founders of Jenni.AI, Wearloom, Track, Llama Life + How to hire Gen Z | E1343 This Week In Startups All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg Cafe X | Robotic Coffee Bars Mind Pump Hormones Facebook Private Forum MP Hormones Mind Pump #1607: How To Optimize Your Hormones With Dr. Rand McClain Visit Path Water for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout for the discount** How Phasing Your Workouts Leads to Consistent Plateau Free Workouts – Mind Pump Blog MAPS Fitness Prime MAPS Fitness Performance Mind Pump #1377: From Couch To Deep Squat In 90 Days MAPS Fitness Anabolic MAPS Powerlift Why You Need to Mix Rep Ranges After Periods of Training – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1610: Testosterone… The Hormone That Divides Men & Women With Carole Hooven Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Landmine University (@landmineuniversity) Instagram
1708: How to Improve the Mind-Muscle Connection, the Pros & Cons of Using Wrist Wraps, the Only People Who Should Use a Lifting Belt & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the best ways to improve the mind-muscle connection, whether wrist wraps are helpful long-term or more detrimental, using a weight belt vs. just working on strengthening the core and proper breathing, and the proven benefits to taking ashwagandha. Mind Pump Fit Tip: You can’t get fat from protein. (2:14) Want a piece of the largest pot brownie in the world? (16:57) Mind Pump makes some predictions on the growing inflation rate and how it will impact you. (19:53) Eye drops that can eliminate the use of reading glasses! (29:35) How glutathione can improve the pump. (35:27) Adam and Sal recap their recent trip to the NCI coaching event in Arizona. (38:45) Sal’s favorite Organifi product and why it’s in his daily rotation. (49:22) Elon Musk, Time’s 2021 Person of the Year. (52:50) #Quah question #1 – What are some ways to improve mind-muscle connection? (56:02) #Quah question #2 – Are wrist wraps helpful long-term or more detrimental? (59:34) #Quah question #3 – Should I use a weight belt or just work on strengthening my core and proper breathing? (1:05:21) #Quah question #4 – Are there any proven benefits to taking ashwagandha? (1:10:57) Related Links/Products Mentioned December Promotion: MAPS HIIT and MAPS SPLIT 50% off! **Promo code “DECEMBER50” at checkout** Protein Consumption Linked to Longevity Mind Pump #1690: Eight Holiday Hacks To Prevent Fat Gain Cannabis Company Breaks the Record for Largest Pot Brownie with 850 Lb. Treat Antineoplastic Activity of Cannabinoids Netflix CEO on paying sky-high salaries: ‘The best are easily 10 times better than average’ New FDA-approved eye drops could replace reading glasses for millions Visit Felix Gray for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Visit LivON Labs for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Glutathione regulates nitric oxide synthase in cultured hepatocytes - PubMed Combined L-citrulline and glutathione supplementation increases the concentration of markers indicative of nitric oxide synthesis NCI Certifications x Mind Pump Mind Pump x NCI Mentorship Coaching Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “MINDPUMP” at checkout** Mind Pump #1682: Bacteria For Muscle Gain, Fat Loss & Health Time magazine reveals its 2021 Person of the Year Why Can’t I Feel the Right Muscles Working? - Mind Pump Blog HOOK Grip vs MIXED Grip?? Which Will INCREASE Your Deadlift More?? (Jordan Shallow) – Mind Pump TV Summary of Ashwagandha Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Jason Phillips (@jasonphillipsisnutrition) Instagram Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram
1707: The Top 5 Reasons You Are Not Recovering
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover the main reasons why people do not properly recover. The crucial missing piece to fitness success. (1:44) Some clear signs that you may not be recovering properly. (4:10) The Top 5 Reasons You Are Not Recovering. #1 – Your workout programming is inappropriate for YOU. (9:40) #2 – Poor sleep quality and your stress bucket may be full. (18:17) #3 – You may not be meeting your nutritional needs. (26:48) #4 – Your hormones may be out of balance. (31:52) #5 - Not utilizing the RIGHT supplements. (35:08) Related Links/Products Mentioned December Promotion: MAPS HIIT and MAPS SPLIT 50% off! **Promo code “DECEMBER50” at checkout** Visit ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Muscle Adaptation vs. Muscle Recovery – Mind Pump Blog The Breakdown Recovery Trap, Why You Aren’t Progressing – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1345: 6 Ways To Optimize Sleep For Faster Muscle Gain And Fat Loss Managing Stress is a Priority Over Exercise – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1402: Good Stress Vs. Bad Stress & How To Know The Difference Why Calories are Important – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump Hormones Facebook Private Forum Mind Pump #1607: How To Optimize Your Hormones With Dr. Rand McClain MP Hormones Pros and Cons of Creatine – Mind Pump Blog Summary of Ashwagandha Summary of Rhodiola Rosea Cordyceps Visit Four Sigmatic for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout Ecdysteroids Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Robb Wolf (@dasrobbwolf) Instagram
1706: How to Improve Lifts Without a Spotter, Reasons Why a Caloric Deficit Doesn’t Always Result in Weight Loss, the Best Core Strengthening Exercises & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about tips for improving the bench press (or other lifts) without a spotter, common situations where a calorie deficit would not result in weight loss, the best bodyweight exercises to build a stronger core, and how to increase client compliance as a trainer. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Why ALL exercises are NOT inherently dangerous. (2:52) The dangers of being exposed to Xenoestrogens and how Public Goods is aiming to combat that. (22:37) #DadLife updates with the guys. Mind Pump Kitchen: Mind Pump Kids edition, blow pops, and being a trendsetter wearing Felix Gray glasses. (31:48) Understanding inflation with Milton Friedman. (41:06) The USA made a statement to China before the Beijing Winter Olympics and the art of flexing with NFTs. (47:38) Cool Science with Sal featuring the NASA DART. (53:39) #Quah question #1 – What are some tips for improving the bench press (or other lifts) without a spotter? (56:02) #Quah question #2 – Are there any common situations where a caloric deficit would not result in weight loss? (1:07:06) #Quah question #3 – What are the best bodyweight exercises to build a stronger core and when to program them? (1:12:52) #Quah question #4 - How do I increase compliance with my clients? (1:18:37) Related Links/Products Mentioned December Promotion: MAPS HIIT and MAPS SPLIT 50% off! **Promo code “DECEMBER50” at checkout** How To Behind The Neck Press Properly! (ADVANCED LIFTERS ONLY!) – Mind Pump TV Priming Your Body Before and After Workouts – Mind Pump Blog Dunphy Squat- Improve Your Squat with this Secret Exercise Mind Pump #1610: Testosterone… The Hormone That Divides Men & Women With Carole Hooven Mind Pump #1230: Surviving & Thriving In A Toxic World With Max Lugavere Visit Public Goods for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Receive $15 off your first Public Goods order with NO MINIMUM purchase** Visit Serenity Kids for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “MP20” at checkout** Visit Felix Gray for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Milton Friedman Speaks: Money and Inflation (B1230) - Full Video Beijing Olympics 2022: White House announces diplomatic boycott of Winter Games NASA, SpaceX Launch DART: First Planetary Defense Test Mission Visit Oli Pop for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “mindpump” at checkout for 15% off your first order** Rubberbanditz Resistance Band Set Mind Pump #1552: How To Have The Strongest Bench In The Gym Mind Pump #1652: How To Overhead Press Your Bodyweight Mind Pump #1285: The Ultimate At-Home Ab & Core Workout Shrink Your Waist With The PERFECT Sit-UP (SIX PACK ABS!) – Mind Pump TV Build Your Core Strength with the Hollow Body Tension Movement – Mind Pump TV Build An Amazing Midsection with the Side Wood Chop Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Atlaspowershrugged (@atlaspowershrugged) Instagram Bret Contreras PhD (@bretcontreras1) Instagram Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere) Instagram Carole Hooven (@hoovlet) Twitter Gary Vay-Ner-Chuk (@garyvee) Instagram
1705: How to Stick to Your Diet
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover ten steps to a successful, long-term fat loss and maintenance strategy. An open secret in the big box gym industry when it comes to making changes. (1:51) Why the approach you are taking is all wrong. (6:02) Ten Steps on How to Stick to Your Diet. (8:53) #1 – Don't think of it as a diet. (9:44) #2 – Start with small, but challenging, realistic goals. (13:37) #3 – Understand and value all the benefits of food. (20:53) #4 – Focus on your behaviors first. (27:04) #5 – Become aware before, during, and after you eat. (30:23) #6 – It's not that you can’t have the food, but you choose not to. (33:57) #7 – Create barriers between you and your trigger foods. (37:58) #8 – Tell the people in your life who care about you. (45:04) #9 – Be empathetic to yourself. (48:13) #10 – Learn to enjoy the journey. (51:26) Related Links/Products Mentioned December Promotion: MAPS HIIT and MAPS SPLIT 50% off! **Promo code “DECEMBER50” at checkout** Visit Four Sigmatic for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout Long-term weight loss maintenance Mind Pump #1050: Mark Manson- The Subtle Art Of Not Giving A F*Ck Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mark Manson (@markmansonnet) Instagram
1704: Building Muscle With Fewer Calories, Full Body Workouts Vs. Body Part Splits, the Ultimate Workout Goal & More (Listener Live Coaching)
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you train to move better, you are probably going to look better. If you train to look better, you won’t always move better. (2:47) Does an athlete have an advantage in having an extra finger digit? (30:42) Mind Pump Recommends, The Alpinist on Netflix. (32:24) Get that glowing skin with Caldera. (40:34) The times the government experimented on its own citizens. (45:38) Quintin Tarantino getting sued over ‘Pulp Fiction’ NFT script auction. (49:17) Sal is obsessed with Paleo Valley’s bone broth protein powder. (53:50) #ListenerLive question #1 – How can I hit my goal of building more muscle and not feel stuffed in the process of hitting my macros? (56:02) #ListenerLive question #2 – What is your philosophy behind MAPS Anabolic and its differences to Bigger, Leaner, Stronger by Mike Matthews? (1:09:35) #ListenerLive question #3 – Can you offer advice/tweaks to my strength and conditioning programming for my student-athletes? (1:24:51) #ListenerLive question #4 – Am I reading too much into achieving the ultimate fitness goal? (1:40:26) Related Links/Products Mentioned December Promotion: MAPS HIIT and MAPS SPLIT 50% off! **Promo code “DECEMBER50” at checkout** Mind Pump #1495 The Science Of Happiness With Arthur C. Brooks Kentucky's JJ Weaver goes viral for picture with 6-fingered hand, ex-Yankees pitcher has perfect reaction Watch The Alpinist | Netflix Assessing Risk and Living Without a Rope – Lessons from Alex Honnold (#160) Elon Musk Says That Immortality Tech Would Be Very Dangerous FX on Hulu - What We Do in the Shadows Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout for the discount** Top 10 U.S. Government Experiments Done on Its Own Citizens Quentin Tarantino Wants “Offensively Meritless” Miramax NFT Suit Tossed Out; Studio Sued Oscar Winner Over ‘Pulp Fiction’ Script Auction Visit Paleo Valley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “Mindpump15” at checkout for 15% discount** Visit ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Sydney Cummings - YouTube MAPS Fitness Anabolic Bigger Leaner Stronger: The Simple Science of Building the Ultimate Male Body MAPS Fitness Prime MAPS Fitness Prime Pro The Resistance Training Revolution – Book by Sal Di Stefano MAPS Fitness Performance Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) on Instagram Alex Honnold (@alexhonnold) Instagram Marc-Andre Leclerc (@mdre92) Instagram Sydney Cummings (@ sydneycummings_) Instagram Mike Matthews (@muscleforlifefitness) Instagram
1703: The Best & Worst Cheat Rep Exercises, the Most Overrated Supplements, the Best Grip for Deadlifts & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the best and worst exercises to do cheat reps on, the most overrated supplements, the grip that is the best and safest for deadlifts, and how lack of sleep affects performance in the gym. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Sugar doesn’t make you fat, fat doesn’t make you fat. (2:38) Butcher Box is now on Instacart. (25:12) Dana White has NO filter. (27:29) Conspiracy theories surrounding Jake Paul. (29:09) Sal goes down the rabbit hole of old-school bodybuilder videos. (35:07) The connection between Viagra and its effect on Alzheimer's disease. (36:48) Some fascinating statistics on the physical therapy industry. (39:51) The humbling ‘Spotify Wrapped’ numbers and their impact on downloads. (45:41) Cool technology news with Sal: SpinLaunch completes the first prototype flight using a kinetic launch system. (50:54) When a misdial leads to chat with one of your idols. (54:16) #Quah question #1 – What are the best and worst exercises to do cheat reps on towards the end of your set? (57:29) #Quah question #2 – What are the most overrated supplements? (1:03:41) #Quah question #3 - Which grip is the best and safest for deadlifts? (1:11:15) #Quah question #4 – How does lack of sleep affect performance in the gym? Does it affect pumps? (1:15:10) Related Links/Products Mentioned December Promotion: MAPS HIIT and MAPS SPLIT 50% off! **Promo code “DECEMBER50” at checkout** NIH study finds heavily processed foods cause overeating and weight gain Mind Pump #1435: How To Kick Your Sugar Addiction In 5 Simple Steps Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! UFC President Dana White Says He Has Tested Positive for COVID-19 Jake Paul, Tyron Woodley Set for Rematch After Tommy Fury Withdrawal Cleveland Clinic research identifies sildenafil as candidate drug for Alzheimer’s disease Luna Physical Therapy Americans Spent $33.9 Billion Out-of-pocket On Complementary And Alternative Medicine In One Year Alternative rocket builder SpinLaunch completes first test flight How Tom Brady, Rob Gronkowski and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers landed on a call with a Michigan high school basketball team Visit Serenity Kids for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “MP20” at checkout** Mind Pump #1235: The 5 Most Overrated Supplements HOOK Grip vs MIXED Grip?? Which Will INCREASE Your Deadlift More?? (Jordan Shallow) - Mind Pump TV Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne) Instagram Dana White (@danawhite) Instagram Joe Rogan (@joerogan) Instagram Jake Paul (@jakepaul) Instagram
1702: The Ultimate At-Home Workout Routine for the Holiday Season
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover the benefits and challenges of working out at home and provide tips for getting the best workout possible. Is the tide turning from at-home workouts to going back to the gym? (2:15) The biggest challenges people face working out at home. (7:17) The benefits of resistance bands. (9:43) Why tension and isometrics will be all the rage. (14:12) The lost art of suspension training. (15:54) You cannot underestimate the power of novelty when it comes to adaptation. (19:43) The importance of focusing on mobility. (26:50) Get stable y’all. (31:31) Build that core! (33:30) Why Mind Pump prefers to workout at home. (38:02) The Ultimate At-Home Workout Routine for the Holiday Season. (43:54) Related Links/Products Mentioned Limited Time At-Home Holiday Bundle Visit Chili Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Mind Pump #1362: What You Can Learn About Building Muscle From Inmates, Gymnasts And Sprinters Rubberbanditz Resistance Band Set Improve Your Overhead Press & Build Your Shoulders with Unilateral Kettlebell Carries – Mind Pump TV Shrink Your Waist With The PERFECT Sit-UP (SIX PACK ABS!) - Mind Pump TV Build Your Core Strength with the Hollow Body Tension Movement – Mind Pump TV Killer Ab Exercise- The Physio Ball Crunch – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources
1701: The Dangers of Sugar Vs. Artificial Sweeteners, Comparing Sumo Vs. Conventional Deadlifts, When to Prioritize Static Stretches & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the superiority of sumo vs. conventional deadlifts, how to adjust macros to fit what’s right for the body, the distinction between mobility and the traditional end range, passive and static stretches, and the difference between sugar and artificial sweeteners on our body. Mind Pump Fit Tip: For faster fat loss, rather than being in a calorie deficit, try to have an undulating approach. (4:30) Fun Facts with Justin: The Huaorani Tribe of Ecuador and their evolutional advantage of having an extra digit. (19:28) The allure of King Ranch. (24:49) Mr. Beast’s Squid Game in real life. (30:35) How Sal is sneaking Organifi Protein Powder into his daughter’s meals. (34:50) Mind Pump loves butter. (36:40) Dad life updates with the guys. (38:50) Why Sal is obsessed with the De-Stress Blend by Ned. (44:37) What’s the deal with Omicron? (49:00) #Quah question #1 – What type of deadlift is better, sumo or conventional? (1:00:43) #Quah question #2 - Do macro split ratios matter? If so, how do I adjust my macros to fit what’s right for me? (1:05:03) #Quah question #3 – You often make the distinction between mobility and the traditional end range passive and static stretches. Do you see any benefit in static stretches? When would they be prescribed over mobility work? (1:08:39) #Quah question #4 – What's the difference between sugar and artificial sweeteners in our body? (1:14:09) Related Links/Products Mentioned December Promotion: MAPS HIIT and MAPS SPLIT 50% off! **Promo code “DECEMBER50” at checkout** Intermittent Energy Restriction Attenuates the Loss of Fat Free Mass in Resistance Trained Individuals. A Randomized Controlled Trial - PubMed How to Undulate Your Calories for Faster Weight Loss & an Improved Metabolism (Mind Pump TV – YouTube) Huaorani people - Wikipedia The King Ranch Legacy $456,000 Squid Game In Real Life! Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “MINDPUMP” at checkout** Protein-packed organifi pancakes Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “MINDPUMP10” at checkout** MAPS Fitness Prime Which is Best - Mobility or Stretching? - Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources
1700: Seven Ways to Get Great Gains in 30 Minutes or Less
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover how to get an effective workout when time is limited. It’s always TIME. (2:00) The problems with the “all or nothing” mindset. (4:26) The approach young trainers fail at. (9:20) Seven Ways to Get Great Gains in 30 Minutes or Less. (14:36) #1 – Master one movement. (15:35) #2 – HIIT training, done properly. (19:57) #3 – Mike Mentzer “Heavy Duty” style workout. (25:18) #4 – Body-part focused complex workout. (30:43) #5 – Frequent daily short workouts. (33:59) #6 – Focus on mobility. (39:25) #7 – Do something recreational outdoors. (44:58) Related Links/Products Mentioned December Promotion: MAPS HIIT and MAPS SPLIT 50% off! **Promo code “DECEMBER50” at checkout** Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Stop Working Out And Start Practicing – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump TV - YouTube Mind Pump #1697: HIIT Training Doesn’t Work (Unless You Follow These Steps) Mind Pump #1632: The Truth About German Volume Training The Most Overlooked Muscle Building Principle – Mind Pump Blog MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Danny Matranga | CSCS | BSc. (@danny.matranga) Instagram Milos Sarcev (@milossarcev) Instagram
1699: The Best Way to Train If You Only Have 30 Minutes, How to Train Around an Injury, Bouncing Back After Pregnancy & More (Listener Live Coaching)
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Fasted cardio is one of the best ways to burn body fat, but not the ways you might think. (4:35) The Ghislaine Maxwell trial that NO ONE is talking about and the Clinton/Epstein connection. (12:57) How we tend to ignore human behavior. (29:01) Mind Pump Investments: The guys open up more on their recent investment in Zbiotics. (34:37) Adam’s fascination with the metaverse, NFTs, and the future of virtual real estate. (39:05) Magic Spoon, satisfaction guaranteed. (47:45) Sal, sports ball fanatic? (51:46) #ListenerLive question #1 – What are your thoughts on isolation exercises as a tool for prehab/rehab? (1:03:06) #ListenerLive question #2 – Knowing that I have two upcoming hip surgeries, what should I be focusing on training-wise to keep the muscle I have built? (1:21:11) #ListenerLive question #3 – Do you have any advice on how to build a training protocol for an upcoming military test post-pregnancy? (1:34:07) #ListenerLive question #4 – What is the best way to program training for your clients if you only have 30-minute training sessions? (1:44:57) Related Links/Products Mentioned December Promotion: MAPS HIIT and MAPS SPLIT 50% off! **Promo code “DECEMBER50” at checkout** Is Fasted Cardio a Good Way to Lose Weight? - Mind Pump Blog The FAA accidentally disclosed more than 2,000 flight records associated with Jeffrey Epstein's private jets Trial of Ghislaine Maxwell, alleged accomplice of Jeffrey Epstein, set to start Monday LeBron James tests positive for COVID-19; will miss several NBA games LeBron clears COVID-19 protocols after negative tests | KTLA Diego Sanchez hospitalized with serious case of COVID-19: ‘This has been some trying times’ Visit ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Mind Pump #1682: Bacteria For Muscle Gain, Fat Loss & Health MANA in Focus After $2.4m Decentraland Real Estate Sale Virtual real estate plot in Decentraland sells for record $2.4M in cryptocurrency Nike teams up with Roblox to create a virtual world called Nikeland Visit Magic Spoon for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “MINDPUMP10” at checkout** MAPS Fitness Prime Pro MAPS Prime Pro Webinar MAPS Fitness Performance Pros and Cons of Creatine – Mind Pump Blog Luna Physical Therapy Sway: The Irresistible Pull of Irrational Behavior Building a StoryBrand: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen Stop Working Out And Start Practicing – Mind Pump Blog MAPS O.C.R. Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Doug Brignole | Biomechanics (@dougbrignole) Instagram