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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1549: Tips for Taking Off Stubborn Belly Fat, Ways to Build Work Capacity & Endurance, How to Combine At-Home Workouts With Gym Workouts & More (Listener Live Coaching)
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions via Zoom. Sal’s weird injury. (4:04) The Mind Pump wives are NOT average. (6:21) Why is Sal so tired? (14:25) The guys speculate on the reasoning behind the Bill and Melinda Gates divorce announcement. (17:28) Mind Pump Investments: The rise and fall of large corporations and the stock market. (20:35) Adam corrects himself on his recent comments on F45. (28:05) New product alert from Caldera Lab! (31:51) The guys are really bad at giving raises. (36:35) How endurance training is lowering testosterone levels. (40:26) Magic Spoon’s “Birthday Cake” is a HOT commodity. (43:14) The art of food engineering. (45:41) Sal breaks down the Shilajit supplement. (48:59) #Quah question #1 – How do I build more muscle definition in my abs with my current calorie intake? (52:57) #Quah question #2 – What is the best programming to build work capacity and endurance for my long hunts? (1:00:00) #Quah question #3 – How do I mitigate my strength training gains with my outdoor endurance activities? (1:09:03) #Quah question #4 – How can I combine at-home workouts with my gym workouts? (1:17:05) Related Links/Products Mentioned May Specials: MAPS Aesthetic & the Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! **Promo code “MAYSPECIAL” at checkout** Bill and Melinda Gates to divorce after 27 years of marriage Only 52 US companies have been on the Fortune 500 since 1955, thanks to the creative destruction that fuels economic prosperity Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout for the discount** Facial scars are attractive to the opposite sex Endurance training decreases serum testosterone levels in men without change in luteinizing hormone pulsatile release - PubMed Visit Magic Spoon for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Shilajit: Benefits, Side Effects, and More Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! MAPS Strong | MAPS Fitness Products - Mind Pump Media MAPS O.C.R. | Muscle Adaptation Programming System How To Improve YOUR Work Capacity (6 MOVEMENTS) | MIND PUMP COUNTRY STRONG?? Increase YOUR Work Capacity (2 EXERCISES) | MIND PUMP MAPS Suspension Training | Muscular Adaptation Programming System MAPS Fitness Anywhere | Muscle Adaptation Programming System Rubberbanditz Resistance Band Set MAPS Fitness Anabolic | Muscle Adaptation Programming System Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Vicki Reynolds (@vicki__reynolds) Instagram
1548: How to Use Two-A-Day Workouts to Accelerate Gains, Tips for Maximizing the Benefit of Bodyweight Only Exercises, Managing Digestive Issues When Bulking & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the Mind Pump stance on two-a-days, mitigating digestive system issues when bulking, the best way to approach training obese clients, and building a healthy metabolism with only bodyweight exercises and no access to gym equipment. YouTube comments can be harsh. (3:47) Follow along with full workouts on Mind Pump TV. (4:55) Shout out to Serene Wilken! (6:03) Updates on Sal’s book launch so far. (8:18) When will the Reality TV craze end? (14:11) How caffeine can be deadly if you overdo it. (20:36) Interesting things unfolding with Adam’s new diet. (22:26) How Justin’s son has taken an interest in his protein intake and building muscle. (30:00) Mind Pump on having the sex talk with their kids. (32:31) The guys address the controversy surrounding Joe Rogan’s comments on the vaccine. (40:10) #Quah question #1 – What's the Mind Pump stance on two-a-days? (41:31) #Quah question #2 – How do you mitigate your digestive system acting up when bulking? (46:20) #Quah question #3 – What is the best way to approach training obese clients? (49:48) #Quah question #4 – Is it possible to build a healthy metabolism with only bodyweight exercises and no access to gym equipment? (55:43) Related Links/Products Mentioned May Specials: MAPS Aesthetic & the Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! **Promo code “MAYSPECIAL” at checkout** Mind Pump TV - YouTube The Resistance Training Revolution – Book by Sal Di Stefano TikToker Is Hospitalised After Taking Eight Scoops of Pre-Workout Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! Headspace Guide to Meditation | Netflix Official Site Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout* Joe Rogan Anti-Vax Comments About Young People Create New Headache for Spotify MAPS P.E.D. | Muscle Adaptation ... - Mind Pump Media Mind Pump #1527: The 3 Step Solution To The Obesity Epidemic Mind Pump #1207: Five Ways To Lose Weight Without Counting Calories MAPS Suspension Training | Muscular Adaptation Programming System MAPS Fitness Anywhere | Muscle Adaptation Programming System Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Serene Wilken (@mindful_axis) Instagram Mark Manson (@markmansonnet) Instagram Mind Pump Memes (@mindpump_memes) Instagram Joe Rogan (@joerogan) Instagram Stan “Rhino” Efferding – CSCS (@stanefferding) Instagram
1547: The Hidden Benefits of Lifting Weights
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover the lesser known benefits of resistance training. The top attributes we connect with lifting weight too. (1:47) It’s about the journey, not the destination. (2:58) The Hidden Benefits of Lifting Weights. (4:32) #1 – Increases Androgen Receptor Density. (7:24) #2 – Balances out your hormones. (10:42) #3 – Boosts your libido. (17:40) #4 – Improves your mood. (19:25) #5 – Enhances your cognitive function/neuro-pathways. (23:40) #6 – Expands your mobility. (27:48) #7 – Improves the health of your heart. (32:07) #8 – Strengthens your bones. (34:36) #9 – Promotes better sleep. (39:38) Related Links/Products Mentioned May Specials: MAPS Aesthetic & the Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! **Promo code “MAYSPECIAL” at checkout** Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** The Alchemist Androgen receptors and testosterone in men—Effects of protein ingestion, resistance exercise and fiber type Tip: How to Increase Androgen Receptor Density | T NATION The BEST Natural Testosterone Booster – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1137: The #1 Form Of Exercise For Health & Longevity The effect of resistance training on cognitive function in the older adults: a systematic review of randomized clinical trials Mind Pump #1542: How Bodybuilders Ruined Weight Lifting For Everyone 5 Long-Term Benefits of Resistance Training – Mind Pump Blog The Resistance Training Revolution – Book by Sal Di Stefano Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources
1546: How to Increase Rotational Power, Ways to Build Muscle Strength & Endurance at the Same Time, How Tight Shoulder Can Limit Your Squat & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about building muscle strength and muscle endurance at the same time, exercises to increase rotational power, whether lack of scapular retraction can prevent you from squatting deep, and how to get clients to express how the workout is affecting them. Mind Pump addresses the controversy between Layne Norton and Erica “Fit Love” Lugo over the ideology of The Biggest Loser. (3:58) How building muscle is protective regardless of how much you weigh. (25:58) Sal recaps his recent trip to LA for the release of his book. (32:46) The importance of relationship building and adding value in pursuit of scaling a business. (39:16) Sal’s experience traveling post-COVID. (44:27) How your kids can associate their parents with certain things. (46:55) #Quah question #1 – Can you build muscle strength and muscle endurance at the same time or in the same programming? (51:28) #Quah question #2 – What exercises do you recommend to increase rotational power? (56:57) #Quah question #3 – Can lack of scapular retraction prevent you from squatting deep? (1:05:01) #Quah question #4 – How can I get clients to express how the workout is affecting them? (1:10:02) Related Links/Products Mentioned May Specials: MAPS Aesthetic & the Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! **Promo code “MAYSPECIAL” at checkout** @biolayne’s post - That time I interviewed to be on ‘The Biggest Loser’ Muscle Mass Knocks Out Insulin Resistance The Resistance Training Revolution – Book by Sal Di Stefano Visit Paleo Valley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “Mindpump15” at checkout for 15% discount** Jen Cohen - TEDxBuckhead Mind Pump #930: Jennifer Cohen Knows How To Get What She Wants Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. Visit Felix Gray for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Add Windmills to Your Workout to Increase Your Deadlift Strength – Mind Pump TV Rubberbanditz Resistance Band Set Build An Amazing Midsection with the Side Wood Chop – Mind Pump TV 2 Anti-Rotation Exercises to Increase STRENGTH GAINS | MIND PUMP TV How to Fix Rounded Shoulders (GONE IN 4 STEPS!) | MIND PUMP TV Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne) on Instagram Erica Lugo (@ericafitlove) Instagram Steve Cook (@stevecook) Instagram Jillian Michaels (@jillianmichaels) Instagram Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere) Instagram Jennifer Cohen (@therealjencohen) Instagram
1545: Bad Fitness Advice That’s Actually Good
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover seven pieces of fitness advice that good but not for the reason most people believe. Why some of the things that come out of the fitness industry are based on RESULTS. (1:21) Seven pieces of bad fitness advice that are actually good, but not for the reasons most people believe. #1 – If you want to get lean, do not eat past 6 pm. (4:35) #2 - Doing fasted cardio first thing in the morning. (13:05) #3 - Doing high reps burns fat and low reps build muscle. (18:00) #4 - You need to eat a TON of protein to build muscle. (25:24) #5- Chasing “the pump.” (33:11) #6 – Drinking a gallon of water a day. (36:44) #7 – Targeting the different “angels” of the muscle. (38:18) Related Links/Products Mentioned May Specials: MAPS Aesthetic & the Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! **Promo code “MAYSPECIAL” at checkout** Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! A Beginner's Guide To Intermittent Fasting – Mind Pump Blog Is Fasting Effective? - Mind Pump Blog Why You Need to Mix Rep Ranges After Periods of Training – Mind Pump Blog Which Is Better: Low Reps Or High Reps? - Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth: 1282: The #1 Key To Consistently Building Muscle & Strength (Avoid Plateaus!) The Myth of Optimal Protein Intake – Mind Pump Blog Why do we Need Protein? - Mind Pump Blog The Pump: Ego Booster or Muscle Builder? – Mind Pump Blog What To Do About Lagging Body Parts – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne) Instagram Dr. Spencer Nadolsky (drnadolsky) Instagram
1544: Ways to Prevent Recurring Injuries, How to Relieve Pain from Prolonged Sitting, Solutions for High-Intensity Training Addicts & More (Listener Live Coaching)
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer five Pump Head questions via Zoom. Is any attention better than no attention? (4:32) Is Adam the inventor of a new diet? (20:22) Mind Pump’s drinking strategies. (23:37) What’s in Sal’s post-workout shake? (26:43) Why is politics in everything?! (28:53) Justin’s brother’s unusual party trick. (33:47) Mind Pump speculates on the future of Onnit after Unilever’s acquisition. (36:25) #Quah question #1 – How should you adjust your macros after a mini cut or bulk? (48:38) #Quah question #2 – What program would you suggest for a high-intensity training addict that wants to change behaviors? (58:09) #Quah question #3 – How do I proceed with hip movements when I have an anatomical issue, not a mobility issue? (1:07:28) #Quah question #4 – How can I relieve pain from prolonged sitting as a truck driver? (1:17:05) #Quah question #5 – What are some ways to prevent recurring injuries? (1:25:54) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com April Specials: MAPS Anabolic or Shredded Summer Bundle 50% off! **Promo code “APRILSPECIAL” at checkout** Visit ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Mind Pump #1502: How To Drink & Stay Fit Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout* Cholesterol For Muscle Gains – Mind Pump Blog Basecamp Follows Coinbase In Banning Politics Talk at Work - Bloomberg Unilever to Acquire Onnit How To Use Mini Cuts & Mini Bulks To Maximize Gains – Mind Pump Podcast MAPS Powerlift | Muscular Adaptation Programming System How To Use Unilateral Training To Kickstart Your Gains – Mind Pump Podcast Mind Pump TV - YouTube MAPS Fitness Prime Pro | Muscle Adaptation Programming System Rubberbanditz Resistance Band Set MAPS Prime Webinar MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Mind Pump #1357: The Single Most Effective At-Home Workout Tool How to Fix Anterior Pelvic Tilt (BECAUSE SIT HAPPENS!) | MIND PUMP Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram
1543: The Importance of Squeezing & Stretching the Muscle for Growth, How to Quickly Increase the Number of Pull-Ups You Can Perform, When to Use Muscle Finishers & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the whether the muscle squeeze or the stretch is more important for hypertrophy, the benefit of doing pull-ups everyday to increase proficiency, when “muscle finishers” should be used and how much daily cardio is enough. Adam divulges his new diet. (3:08) How Mind Pump is working on their creative flow. (7:47) When a gender reveal party causes an earthquake! (11:01) The guy's recap UFC 261 and the Jake Paul/Dana White beef. (12:47) LeBron James is really annoying off the court. (21:33) Why Biden’s proposed climate change policy is not feasible. (24:35) Mind Pump Workouts: How improved mobility leads to building more muscle. (28:15) Sal gets roasted on social media. (35:30) Mind Pump Recommends, WeWork: Or the Making and Breaking of a $47 Billion Unicorn on Hulu. (42:26) Mind Pump Debates: Does Tesla own the electric vehicle market? (49:45) #Quah question #1 - Is the muscle squeeze or the stretch more important for hypertrophy? (1:00:37) #Quah question #2 - Could doing pull-ups every day increase my proficiency? (1:04:31) #Quah question #3 – When should “muscle finishers” be used and how important are they? (1:09:00) #Quah question #4 - How much daily cardio is enough? (1:13:06) Related Links/Products Mentioned April Specials: MAPS Anabolic or Shredded Summer Bundle 50% off! **Promo code “APRILSPECIAL” at checkout** Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout for the discount** Gender reveal party using 80 pounds of explosives sets off earthquake reports UFC 261 Results: Anthony Smith's jabs, kick lead way to win; Uriah Hall has somber victory Jake Paul's beef with Dana White just got really accurate and very entertaining LeBron James deletes tweet targeting police officer who fatally shot 16-year-old Ma'Khia Bryant Fact-check: Does Biden's climate plan include reducing red meat consumption to 'one burger per month'? Mind Pump #1535: Should You Squat Below Parallel? Why Mobility Is So Important For Being Healthy – Mind Pump Blog Generation Hustle | HBO Max Originals Watch WeWork: or The Making and Breaking of a $47 ... - Hulu Visit Blue Chew for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “MINDPUMP” at checkout** Why Can’t I Feel the Right Muscles Working? - Mind Pump Blog Stop Working Out And Start Practicing – Mind Pump Blog Cardio Sucks for Fat Loss – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dana White (@danawhite) Instagram Jake Paul (@jakepaul) Instagram Brendan Schaub (@brendanschaub) Instagram LeBron James (@kingjames) Instagram Mind Pump Memes (@mindpump_memes) Instagram Elon Musk (@elonmusk) Twitter Ben Pakulski (@bpakfitness) Instagram
1542: How Bodybuilders Ruined Weight Lifting for Everyone
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss how bodybuilders have helped and hurt the perception of lifting weights. How movies play a HUGE role in our culture. (2:27) The origins of weightlifting. (5:11) Busting the myth that lifting weights makes you muscle-bound. (8:53) Is the stigma warranted? (11:00) How the 70s and 80s only pushed the poor perception of weight lifting. (14:23) How it was considered cheating in Hollywood if you lifted weights in the 90s. (20:00) The benefits that come from resistance training. (22:46) Why muscle is protective. (25:36) Why do you lose muscle when you train and eat the WRONG way. (29:49) How resistance training is the BEST form of exercise for a strong heart. (36:15) Will resistance training stunt my child’s growth? (38:07) Should I weight train if I am of advanced age? (41:06) Understanding the context of modern life when it comes to resistance training. (43:17) Why the medical community must push for the value of resistance training. (46:13) Getting the average person to understand the EXTREME value of resistance training. (50:59) Related Links/Products Mentioned The Resistance Training Revolution – Book by Sal Di Stefano Visit Drink LMNT for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! April Specials: MAPS Anabolic or Shredded Summer Bundle 50% off! **Promo code “APRILSPECIAL” at checkout** Muscle Beach Party (1964) - IMDb Hitmakers: The Science of Popularity in an Age of Distraction – Book by Derek Thompson Pumping Iron (1977) - IMDb Toned is a Made-Up Word – Mind Pump Blog Will Lifting Weights Make Women Look Bulky? - Mind Pump Blog Can Women Benefit from Resistance Training? - Mind Pump Blog In women, higher body fat may protect against heart disease death, study shows — ScienceDaily Is Resistance Training Better Than Cardio? - Mind Pump Blog Is Resistance Training for Teenagers OK? - Mind Pump Blog Why Resistance Training is the Best Form of Exercise – Mind Pump Blog Hand Grip Strength Associated With All-Cause Mortality, Other Adverse Outcomes Count Down: How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Tom Bilyeu (@tombilyeu) Instagram
1541: How to Lose Fat With Calorie Cycling, At-Home Exercises That Increase the Big Lifts, How to Workout When Feeling Run Down & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether it is better to have a mediocre workout or rest and train the next day when tired, the best at-home stability exercises to increase the big 3 or 5, calorie cycling as an effective strategy for fat loss, and the truth about earthing or grounding. Mind Pump Recommends, Wahl Street on HBO Max. (4:06) Understanding how to scale a company when it’s not your niche. (18:55) Vuori Clothing, filling a gap in the market. (24:53) How you know you are made to be an entrepreneur. (27:43) Doug and Justin’s WILD experience at the doctor’s office. (29:40) Who is launching their bid to become the governor of California?! (35:39) The potential rebound effects from stopping workouts. (40:49) Why Adam is thinking of dabbling in the carnivore diet. (44:00) #Quah question #1 – When feeling tired, is it better to have a mediocre workout or rest and train the next day? (54:34) #Quah question #2 – What are the best at-home stability exercises to increase the big 3 or 5? (57:55) #Quah question #3 – What are your thoughts on calorie cycling as an effective strategy for fat loss? (1:02:27) #Quah question #4 – What do you think about earthing or grounding? (1:05:26) Related Links/Products Mentioned April Specials: MAPS Anabolic or Shredded Summer Bundle 50% off! **Promo code “APRILSPECIAL” at checkout** Wahl Street | HBO Max Originals Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Caitlyn Jenner launches bid for California governor California effort to recall Gavin Newsom gets signatures needed to trigger vote Fitness Fame & Fortune on Apple Podcasts Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! Mind Pump #1360: Carnivore Vs. Vegan With Dr. Will Bulsiewicz & Dr. Paul Saladino Mind Pump #610: Dr. Andy Galpin Grip Strength and Cognitive Abilities: Associations in Old Age Step-By-Step Instruction on How to Pistol Squat – Mind Pump TV GROW Your GLUTES with a SINGLE LEG DEADLIFT! - Mind Pump TV How To Overhead Press with Kettlebells | Mind Pump How To Do The Sled Push The RIGHT Way! (AVOID MISTAKES!) - Mind Pump TV Z Press to take Your Shoulder Development to the Next Level – Mind Pump TV Suspension Training Series - 3 Favorite Chest Exercises – Mind Pump TV Calorie Cycling For Bulking and Fat Loss – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1537: Why Meal Plans Are Making You Fat Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Paul Saladino, MD (@carnivoremd) Instagram Shawn Baker MD (@shawnbaker1967) Instagram Andy Galpin (@drandygalpin) Instagram Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym) Instagram Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram
1540: How to Boost Your Sex Drive
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover four natural ways to improve libido. Why your libido is a key indicator of good health. (1:35) The evolutionary argument surrounding stress and how it affects the body. (2:52) How to Boost Your Sex Drive in 4 Natural Ways. #1 – Improve your diet and identify nutrient deficiencies. (6:05) #2 – Re-frame your mentality surrounding stress. (18:45) #3 – Value your mental health. (28:30) #4 – Apply the proper amount of exercise. (37:38) Related Links/Products Mentioned April Specials: MAPS Anabolic or Shredded Summer Bundle 50% off! **Promo code “APRILSPECIAL” at checkout** Visit Super Coffee for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “MINDPUMP” at checkout** Great Sex…How optimized exercise and good health contribute to an awesome sex life – Mind Pump Blog Cholesterol For Muscle Gains – Mind Pump Blog What are Fats? - Mind Pump Blog Common Signs of Low Testosterone – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1497: Five Weird Supplements That Actually Work Mind Pump #1495 The Science Of Happiness With Arthur C. Brooks Mind Pump #1402: Good Stress Vs. Bad Stress & How To Know The Difference Searching for Spirituality - Arthur C. Brooks How to Stop Stress From Destroying Your Fertility Count Down: How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race Mind Pump #1230: Surviving & Thriving In A Toxic World With Max Lugavere Men in their 30s hit by impotence epidemic as half suffer from erectile dysfunction Loneliness: A disease? How Important Is Physical Contact with Your Infant? Why Resistance Training is the Best Form of Exercise – Mind Pump Blog What are the Top Benefits of Resistance Training? - Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Paul Saladino, MD (@carnivoremd) Instagram Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram
1539: Why Rest Periods Are Important for Building Muscle & Strength, How to Train After Having Breast Implants, the Correct Order to Phase Your Workouts for Maximum Results & More (Listener Live Coaching)
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer five Pump Head questions via Zoom. “They don’t even know” shirts are out! (3:40) Why Sal is a little moody. (7:11) Scary statistics on asset inflation, the real estate market, voluntary savings, and more from Peter Linneman. (12:44) Would you cryogenically freeze your body? (26:58) The amazing benefits of the ChiliPad on your sleep. (30:35) Mind Pump on New York’s latest decriminalization laws. (34:37) Why Adam is hoarding Magic Spoon. (37:30) #Quah question #1 – What is the proper way to train after having breast implant surgery? (44:17) #Quah question #2 – What is the correct order to phase your workouts for maximum results? (54:14) #Quah question #3 – How can I change my programming to fit my lifestyle? (1:03:01) #Quah question #4 – Can I run MAPS Prime Pro with MAPS Strong? (1:12:44) #Quah question #5 – Will cutting my rest periods hinder my strength gains and metabolism? (1:18:49) Related Links/Products Mentioned April Specials: MAPS Anabolic or Shredded Summer Bundle 50% off! **Promo code “APRILSPECIAL” at checkout** Mind Pump Store Are we getting our money's worth? Dr. Peter Linneman on Stimulus, Inflation and our Collective Enemy Scottsdale cryonics facility, the home of Ted Williams' head, hopes frozen dead people will live again Idiocracy (2006) - IMDb Visit ChiliPad for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Manhattan to Stop Prosecuting Prostitution, Part of Nationwide Shift Inside NY’s new marijuana decriminalization law: How it works 'Joints for jabs': free marijuana for vaccinated New Yorkers Visit Magic Spoon for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Prime Your Shoulders with Handcuffs with Rotatation on a Bench Do You Have Back Or Shoulder Pain? YOU NEED TO TRY THIS! | Mind Pump MAPS Fitness Prime Pro | Muscle Adaptation Programming System MAPS Fitness Performance | Muscle Adaptation Programming System How Phasing Your Workouts Leads to Consistent Plateau Free Workouts – Mind Pump Blog MAPS Fitness Anabolic | Muscle Adaptation Programming System Pros and Cons of Creatine – Mind Pump Blog Why do we Need Protein? - Mind Pump Blog MAPS Strong | MAPS Fitness Products Mind Pump #945: The Best Rest Periods For Muscle Gain & Fat Loss Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne) Instagram Craig Capurso (@craigcapurso) Instagram
1538: How to Build the Peak of the Bicep, the Dangers of Fat Burner Supplements, the Pros & Cons of Battle Ropes & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the best way to build the peak of the bicep, whether thermogenic fat burners actually do anything, the value of battle ropes, and when to implement them in your workout, and whether spinal flexion exercises like crunches are dangerous for the back. Are comments on YouTube making Sal feel insecure? (3:31) Sal is a BIG nerd. (5:48) What industry does robotics disrupt first? (9:06) Mind Pump speculates on cryptocurrency being the money of the future. (16:00) The eerie legend of the Overtoun Bridge in Scotland. (31:33) Why no competitor vegan protein powders compare to Organifi’s. (35:42) Would you purchase a minimalist phone? (37:28) Baby Aurelius hitting another milestone in his progression. (42:11) The advancements in technology and parenting hacks. (45:08) The impact and power of blue light on sleep patterns. (48:05) #Quah question #1 – What is the best way to build the peak of the bicep? (53:45) #Quah question #2 – Do thermogenic fat burners actually do anything? (58:08) #Quah question #3 – What do you think about battle ropes and when is a good time to implement them in your workout? (1:02:34) #Quah question #4 – Are spinal flexion exercises, like crunches, dangerous for the back? (1:07:46) Related Links/Products Mentioned April Specials: MAPS Anabolic or Shredded Summer Bundle 50% off! **Promo code “APRILSPECIAL” at checkout** Beyond 2000 (TV Series 1985-1999) - IMDb Fed Up: An Insider's Take on Why the Federal Reserve is Bad for America Bitcoin suffers flash crash following week of crypto hype Fiat Money Definition - Investopedia The history of dogecoin, the joke currency that's worth more than Barclays and Lloyds ‘Dog Suicide Bridge’: Why Do So Many Pets Keep Leaping Into a Scottish Gorge? Dogs poop in alignment with Earth’s magnetic field, study finds Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout* The Light Phone II's new idea of phone minimalism | Engadget Irresistible: The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of Keeping Us Hooked Visit Felix Gray for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Visit Blue Chew for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “MINDPUMP” at checkout** Top 3 Bicep Exercises You're NOT Doing! (TRY THESE) | MIND PUMP Preacher Curls Are What Your Bicep Workouts Have Been Missing! - Mind Pump TV The ONLY Way You Should Be Doing Dumbbell Bicep Curls! - Mind Pump TV Fat Burners are a Waste of Money – Mind Pump Blog Battle Rope Workout & Exercises?? STOP WASTING YOUR TIME!! (QUAH #3) | Mind Pump How to Use Battle Ropes The RIGHT Way (Try These!) - Mind Pump TV Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources
1537: Why Meal Plans Are Making You Fat
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss why following a meal plan can result in long-term weight loss failure. Making the case that meal plans may be making you fat. (1:47) Mind Pump Reminisces: The silliness of the old Apex meals at 24 Hour Fitness. (3:30) The attractiveness of meal plans. (5:33) Defending the potential value of meal plans. (8:22) Why you must focus on your behaviors to create long-term success. (13:10) Make it real-world applicable. (18:54) The psychological impact of eating the same foods. (20:46) Not all metabolisms are created equal. (23:33) Listen to your body and learn to enjoy the process. (25:58) The importance of undulating your calories for faster weight loss and improved metabolism. (29:48) How to create better behaviors around food. (32:14) Step #1 – Become aware of the foods that trigger you to overeat. (33:05) Step #2 – Add more protein and vegetables. (35:25) Step #3 – Drink more water. (37:00) Step #4 – Create barriers around your trigger foods. (38:11) Step #5 – Build new associations with foods that make you feel good. (40:40) Related Links/Products Mentioned April Specials: MAPS Anabolic or Shredded Summer Bundle 50% off! **Promo code “APRILSPECIAL” at checkout** Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** What Kind of Diet Plan Should Women Have in Order to Lose Weight? - Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1460: How To Lose Fat Without Dieting How To Get Rid of Unhealthy Habits – Mind Pump Blog The Keto Diet is Making People Fat – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1527: The 3 Step Solution To The Obesity Epidemic MAPS Macro Calculator How to Undulate Your Calories for Faster Weight Loss & an Improved Metabolism Mind Pump #1207: Five Ways To Lose Weight Without Counting Calories Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources
1536: Ways to Get Hormone-Disrupting Stress Under Control, How to Regain Lifting Confidence After an Injury, Grip Strength Building Techniques & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about dealing with stress that is causing hormonal imbalances, how to handle your mindset after coming back from an injury, ways to improve grip strength, and final thoughts on the range of motion debate. Oli Pop’s connection to Dum Dum lollipops. (5:29) The potential opportunities of ‘Cloud Kitchens’. (7:34) The legend of 4/20 and the benefits of cannabinoids. (11:44) Mind Pump Recommends, Body Brokers on Prime Video. (13:16) Mind Pump’s first take on Amazon Halo and its value for personal trainers/coaches. (19:34) Technology is crazy! (23:43) Alex Jones was right again! (24:35) Mind Pump Recommends, Earth at Night in Color on Apple TV+. (27:47) Funny stories and updates featuring the Mind Pump kids. (29:16) The cognitive performance benefits of handgrip training. (36:20) When lifting to failure can be beneficial and why? (39:20) Shout out to @jailhousestrong on Instagram! (41:48) The conspiracy theory surrounding Nancy Pelosi and insider trading. (44:08) The guys break down the Triller production of the Jake Paul/Ben Askren fight. (47:55) #Quah question #1 – What are some ways you can deal with the inevitable constant stress that is causing hormonal imbalances even when you eat right, exercise, and get adequate sleep? (56:37) #Quah question #2 - How do you handle your mindset after coming back from an injury? (1:05:00) #Quah question #3 – How do you improve grip strength? (1:10:42) #Quah question #4 – I would love to hear you discuss the recent debate on range of motion. (1:14:51) Related Links/Products Mentioned April Specials: MAPS Anabolic or Shredded Summer Bundle 50% off! **Promo code “APRILSPECIAL” at checkout** Visit Oli Pop for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout for 15% off your first order** Cloud Kitchens: A Technology-Driven Phenomenon The legend of 420: Where does it come from and what does it mean today? Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Watch Body Brokers | Prime Video Amazon Halo review: A good fitness tracker — but is it too personal? Hundreds of drones form scannable QR code for video game above Shanghai Scientists Have Created Human-Monkey Embryos, and That’s Ethically OK – Reason.com Earth at Night in Color | Apple TV+ Grip Strength and Cognitive Abilities: Associations in Old Age How Lifting to Failure Can Be Slowing Your Gains – Mind Pump Podcast Nancy Pelosi’s Husband Bought Roblox, Microsoft Stock Nancy Pelosi's Husband Buys Microsoft Ahead of Big Govt Contract 2 Killed in Driverless Tesla Car Crash, Officials Say Jake Paul and Ben Askren's Fight Yanked Millions of Viewers into the Great Memeification of Sports Mind Pump #1402: Good Stress Vs. Bad Stress & How To Know The Difference Mind Pump #1327: Five Mindset Techniques For Fitness Success The ONLY Forearm Workout That Matters (TRY THIS!!) | MIND PUMP 5 Exercises For HUGE Forearms & A STRONGER Grip (FREE Big Arms Guide) MAPS O.C.R. | Muscle Adaptation Programming System Mind Pump #1535: Should You Squat Below Parallel? Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Jailhouse Strong (@jailhousestrong) Instagram Connor Murphy (@connormurphyofficial) Instagram Jake Paul (@jakepaul) Instagram Ben Askren (@benaskren) Instagram Tony Jeffries (@tony_jeffries) Instagram
1535: Should You Squat Below Parallel?
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin weigh in on the longstanding squat depth debate. Why a greater range of motion, that you are connected to, is better for overall muscle growth. (1:50) Making the case when shorter ranges of motion or more beneficial. (8:10) The difference between being a personal trainer versus a coach. (10:36) Why national certifications are NOT the end all be all. (14:06) The problems training with limited ranges of motion. (16:50) Am I sacrificing muscle in pursuit of a greater range of motion? (18:22) If you don’t own it, you are going to hurt yourself. (21:23) Busting the myths surrounding shorter versus greater ranges of motion. Which builds more muscle? (24:21) The beauty of training in new ranges of motion once you OWN them. (33:00) How the overcompensation of other muscles ends up creating deviations in your posture, which creates chronic pain. (35:49) The stigma that resistance training will make you muscle-bound. (38:54) Steps to increase your functional range of motion. (39:50) Step 1: Train your brain first! (40:41) Step 2: Identify your limiting factors. (47:00) Step 3: Treat your new range of motion as a new exercise. (48:45) Related Links/Products Mentioned April Specials: MAPS Anabolic or Shredded Summer Bundle 50% off! **Promo code “APRILSPECIAL” at checkout** Visit Paleo Valley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “Mindpump15” at checkout for 15% discount** Hot Debate: Which Squat is Best? | T Nation Mind Pump #494: How To Squat Like A Pro With Dr. Justin Brink Mind Pump #1382: Why Everyone Should Squat What is the First Step to Better Mobility? - Mind Pump Blog Effect of range of motion in heavy load squatting on muscle and tendon adaptations Available for Pre-Order TODAY! – The Resistance Training Revolution – Book by Sal Di Stefano Becoming a Supple Leopard 2nd Edition: The Ultimate Guide to Resolving Pain, Preventing Injury, and Optimizing Athletic Performance Kinstretch® | Functional Anatomy Seminars MAPS Prime Webinar MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Mind Pump TV - YouTube Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Ben Pollack, Ph.D. (@phdeadlift) Instagram Paul Carter (@liftrunbang) Instagram Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram Kelly Starrett (@thereadystate) Instagram Dr. Andreo Spina (@drandreospina) Instagram