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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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
1534: How to Overcome an Exercise Sticking Point, the Best Kettlebell Exercises to Compliment Barbell Training, How to Train Post Pregnancy & More (Listener Live Coaching)
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions from five listeners via Zoom. Justin caught flexing. (4:18) Mind Pump’s latest obsession, the ‘Viking Press’. (7:15) Which states have the highest/lowest IQ? (10:44) Education versus experience/starting a career. (13:51) The Public Goods mission of bringing safe/environmentally friendly products to the general population. (24:42) Mind Pump Investments: Uber’s next BIG move. (27:15) Mind Pump Debates: The zealots on both sides of the government-mandated vaccine requirement argument. (29:38) Don’t call it a comeback, Domino’s is launching autonomous pizza delivery. (38:42) You don’t “skitch” bro?! (40:25) The value of NCI is a no-brainer! (42:07) #Quah question #1 – How can I implement more kettlebell exercises to complement my barbell training? (47:05) #Quah question #2 – What is the best programming option to start with post-pregnancy? (56:34) #Quah question #3 – Recommendations on nutrition during Ramadan? (1:07:19) #Quah question #4 – What program can I follow to complement my Olympic lifting training to overcome an exercise sticking point? (1:15:53) #Quah question #5 – How can I get a handle on my diet with a family and busy work life? (1:24:20) Related Links/Products Mentioned April Specials: MAPS Anabolic or Shredded Summer Bundle 50% off! **Promo code “APRILSPECIAL” at checkout** Average IQ by State 2021 - World Population Review Your Next Five Moves: Master the Art of Business Strategy Visit Public Goods for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Receive $15 off your first Public Goods order with NO MINIMUM purchase** Count Down: How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race Uber CEO Says Company Might Get Into Cannabis Delivery Business If Federal Laws Change J&J coronavirus vaccine pause hurts its reputation Only the VACCINATED will be saved? Confusion after St. Vincent PM says only those with Covid jab can flee VOLCANO on cruise ships Domino's is launching autonomous pizza delivery with a tiny self-driving car Skitching - Wikipedia Skitchin' - Wikipedia NCI Certifications x Mind Pump Mind Pump #1492: Five Things To Look For In An Online Coach With Jason Phillips How to do a Proper Kettlebell Swing (Don't Make THIS Mistake!!) How To Overhead Press with Kettlebells | Mind Pump Kettlebells For Aesthetics - Mind Pump Media How To Do A Kettlebell Half Kneeling Windmill Press | FREE Shoulder Growth Guide Enter the Kettlebell!: Strength Secret of the Soviet Supermen MAPS Starter | MAPS Fitness Products - Mind Pump Media How Should You Approach Your Postpartum Fitness? - Mind Pump Blog MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Ramadan - Wikipedia MAPS Fitness Prime Pro - Mind Pump Media Mind Pump #1240: The Muscle Building & Fat Burning Effects Of Oly Lifting With Sonny Webster Build Your Core Strength with the Hollow Body Tension Movement Mind Pump #1435: How To Kick Your Sugar Addiction In 5 Simple Steps Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Ben Pollack, Ph.D. (@phdeadlift) Instagram Jason Phillips (@jasonphillipsisnutrition) Instagram Sonny Webster (@sonnywebstergb) Instagram
1533: How Lifting to Failure Slows Your Gains, Exercises That Help Knee Pain, the Foolishness of Post Workout Gummy Bears & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether lifting to failure taxes the Central Nervous System like lifting heavy, exercises to help with knee pain, whether CBD is a positive “post workout,” and the truth about Gummy Bears as a post workout snack. Mind Pump further expands on their past podcast positions. (7:02) Science without morality is very dangerous. (19:16) The science behind apricot kernel oil found in Caldera Lab’s face serum. (24:14) The times the guys had to eat soap. (29:07) Do redheads have a higher pain tolerance? (32:35) Workouts and depression. (34:29) Mind Pump addresses the voting controversy in Georgia. (36:24) Fun Facts with Justin, Doctor Seuss edition. (40:09) UFOs have exploded! (43:52) Mind Pump Recommends, Jocko Willink on the Jordan Peterson Podcast. (45:14) Justin is the new supplement thief! (50:17) #Quah question #1 – Does lifting to failure, bodybuilder style, tax the Central Nervous System like lifting heavy powerlifting type maxing? (52:14) #Quah question #2 – What are some exercises to help with knee pain? (58:59) #Quah question #3 – Is CBD a positive “post-workout” or does it prevent the positive inflammation from resistance training? (1:02:21) #Quah question #4 – Are Gummy Bears a post-workout snack? (1:05:29) Related Links/Products Mentioned April Specials: MAPS Anabolic or Shredded Summer Bundle 50% off! **Promo code “APRILSPECIAL” at checkout** Monetary Theory Definition - investopedia.com Mind Pump #1270: Peter Schiff On The Post COVID-19 Economy & How To Thrive Number of U.S. properties bought by Chinese 2020 Tonal, the at-home fitness company backed by Amazon, hits $1.6 billion valuation on new funding round, readies for IPO Steak-umm's Twitter Account Feuds With Neil deGrasse Tyson Over Science: 'Log Off Bro' Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout for the discount** Do Redheads Need More Anesthesia Than Others Non-drug therapies as good as or better than drugs for treating depression in people with dementia Will Smith Pulls Production of Upcoming Movie Emancipation from Georgia Over Restrictive Voting Law Dr. Seuss Wrote 'Green Eggs and Ham' on a Bet Pentagon confirms leaked video of UFO ‘buzzing’ Navy warships is genuine The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast - Season 4 Episode 13: Jocko Willink Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout* Best Workout Routine for Guys Who Can't Put on Muscle – Mind Pump Blog MAPS Fitness Prime Pro | Muscle Adaptation Programming System MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Mind Pump #1435: How To Kick Your Sugar Addiction In 5 Simple Steps Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mike Matthews (@muscleforlifefitness) Instagram Peter Schiff (@PeterSchiff) on Twitter Brendon Ayanbadejo (@brendon310) Instagram Connor Murphy (@connormurphyofficial) Instagram Jordan B. Peterson (@jordan.b.peterson) Instagram Jocko Willink (@jockowillink) Instagram Jim Stoppani, PhD (@jimstoppani) Instagram
1532: How to Become the Strongest Guy (or Gal) in Your Local Gym
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin break down six things you can do to build more strength. The transformation Adam experienced focusing on strength and the mistakes made only training for aesthetics. (1:50) The beauty of strength. (7:34) Don’t fall victim to subpar programming. (10:18) 6 Ways to Become the Strongest Guy (or Gal) in Your Local Gym. #1 – Master the technique of the 5 big lifts. (12:51) #2 – Learn how to manipulate intensity. (17:45) #3 – Know how to phase your training. (27:16) #4 – Eat more to get stronger. (33:20) #5 – Increase your stabilization. (40:00) #6 – Prime your body consistently and properly before your workouts. (45:22) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! FLASH SALE: MAPS Power Bundle! Why Resistance Training is the Best Form of Exercise – Mind Pump Blog Stop Working Out And Start Practicing - Mind Pump Media Resistance Training for Beginners – Mind Pump Blog The Most Overlooked Muscle Building Principle – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1512: The Value Of Following A Workout Program Sore muscles…what does it mean? - Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump # Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth: 1282: The #1 Key To Consistently Building Muscle & Strength (Avoid Plateaus!) How Phasing Your Workouts Leads to Consistent Plateau Free Workouts – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1320: How To Eat To Build Muscle & Burn Fat MAPS Macro Calculator Mind Pump #1530: Why Warm-Ups Are A Waste Of Time MAPS Prime Webinar MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources
1531: F45 Review, How to Minimize Fat Gain When Eating to Build Muscle, the Truth About Meal Frequency & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about bulking without gaining extra fat tissue, whether there is evidence to suggest that eating more meals more frequently throughout the day is better for weight loss, the pluses and minuses of F45 training, and percentage based vs. RPE based training styles. Why does it take so long to cut Adam’s hair? (4:45) Jordan Peterson as Red Skull? (6:30) Why men are no match for women. (11:25) The power of association. (15:34) It’s ‘Butcher Box’ grilling season for the Mind Pump Crew. (17:48) Baby Aurelius and Maximus update. (20:13) Will economist Harry Dent’s prediction come to fruition? (26:36) Mind Pump Recommends, This Is a Robbery: The World's Biggest Art Heist on Netflix. (32:03) A scary statistic surrounding men’s testosterone levels. (38:07) How muscle is protective even if you are overweight. (43:25) A follow-up conversation on Tonal’s valuation. Is it overrated, underrated, or properly rated? (45:24) The importance of getting rid of plastic to help your hormones. (52:22) #Quah question #1 – How do you bulk without gaining extra fat tissue? (53:55) #Quah question #2 - Is there evidence to suggest that eating more meals more frequently throughout the day is better for weight loss than two meals with the same amount of quality calories? (1:02:54) #Quah question #3 – What is your opinion of F45 training? (1:07:35) #Quah question #4 – Which training style do you all prefer, percentage-based or RPE-based? If not either of these, what do you recommend? (1:12:07) Related Links/Products Mentioned April Specials: MAPS Anabolic or Shredded Summer Bundle 50% off! **Promo code “APRILSPECIAL” at checkout** Mikhaila Peterson’s Reaction to Jordan Peterson as Red Skull Jordan Peterson Merch (Hail Lobster) Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! Economist predicts massive money ‘bubble’ will cause ECONOMIC CRASH soon Keynesian economics - Wikipedia This Is a Robbery: The World's Biggest Art Heist | Netflix Test of the American Man A Population-Level Decline in Serum Testosterone Levels in American Men Mind Pump #1212: Seven Ways To Raise Your Testosterone Naturally In women, higher body fat may protect against heart disease death, study shows -- ScienceDaily Available for Pre-Order TODAY! – The Resistance Training Revolution – Book by Sal Di Stefano Tonal, the at-home fitness company backed by Amazon, hits $1.6 billion valuation on new funding round, readies for IPO Visit MIIR for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Mind Pump #1230: Surviving & Thriving In A Toxic World With Max Lugavere Calorie Cycling For Bulking and Fat Loss – Mind Pump Blog The Meal Frequency Myth – Mind Pump Blog Home | F45 Training Are Group Fitness Classes Just A Trend? - Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1180: Joe DeFranco On What Makes A Good Trainer, The Importance Of A Structured Warm-Up, The Role Of Genetics And MORE Mind Pump Store Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mikhaila Peterson (@mikhailapeterson) Instagram Jordan B. Peterson (@jordan.b.peterson) Instagram Enzo Coglitore (@enzocog) Instagram Brendon Ayanbadejo (@brendon310) Instagram Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym) Instagram
1530: Why Warm-Ups Are a Waste of Time
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss why traditional warm-ups are an inferior way to prepare for a workout and what you should do instead. How the guys were sold on the 10-minute warm-up as young personal trainers. (1:41) The moment the guy's minds were blown on what a warm-up ACTUALLY does. (5:13) Why you don’t hurt yourself from a movement you OWN. (8:28) The importance of stretching with PURPOSE. (12:21) The benefits and challenges of foam rolling. (15:16) What a proper warm-up SHOULD do for you. (17:57) The extreme value of MAPS Prime. (23:20) Instability versus stability. The problems in the fitness space and with scientific studies. (26:46) Don’t blame your morphology! (33:49) Why proper priming needs a better sales pitch. (37:08) The value and intent of the MAPS Prime Webinar. (40:49) The beauty of priming. (42:33) Related Links/Products Mentioned FLASH SALE: MAPS Prime 50% off till Wednesday, April 14th!! **Promo code “PRIME50OFF” at checkout Visit ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Come learn restorative exercise from Dr. Ed Thomas, professor and physical culture historian Is Warming Up Before A Workout Necessary? - Mind Pump Blog Which is Best - Mobility or Stretching? - Mind Pump Blog What to Do If Your Joints Are Hypermobile – Mind Pump Podcast Available for Pre-Order TODAY! – The Resistance Training Revolution – Book by Sal Di Stefano Correcting Upper Cross Syndrome to Improve Posture & Health-- Prone Cobra – MIND PUMP TV MAPS Prime Webinar Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram