Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

Training for longevity vs. performance. (1:31) Chase health and aesthetics will follow. (5:30) 5 Worst Fitness Mistakes Damaging Your Overall Health & Longevity #1 - Not being consistent with movement. (9:20) #2 - Not lifting weights. (14:50) #3 - Doing too much. (21:54) #4 - Valuing calorie burn of activity. (27:40) #5 - Not viewing exercise as a skill. (32:43) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Our Place for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout to receive 10% off sitewide. Our Place offers a 100-day trial with free shipping and returns. ** Special Launch Promotion: MAPS GLP-1 ** Code: GLP70 for $70 OFF. Includes: Ultimate Medication Guide for Patients & Healthcare Professionals & Intuitive Nutrition Guide. ** August Promotion: MAPS Bands | MAPS 40+ 50% off! ** Code AUGUST50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2300: Seven Habits of Truly Healthy People Mind Pump #2402: The 5 Reasons Why Walking is King for Fat Loss (Burn More Fat th

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you want your skin to look younger and tighter, do these three things. (2:58) The #1 cause of death for pregnant women. (12:23) The craziest abduction story ever. (17:40) Angels or demons? (20:28) Sal’s opens up on his ongoing spiritual journey. (22:06) Humans have age spurts. (28:20) Going through old modeling photos. (31:45) Feeling a little too comfortable? (34:40) Mind Pump Recommends Spacey Unmasked on MAX. (37:54) Comparing protein cookies macros. (45:43) Another tale of Sal’s unbreakable gut. (47:23) Cereal nostalgia. (50:06) Shilajit, the CBD of 2024. (54:18) Timing the market perfectly. (56:02) Shout out to @icreatemillionaires on Instagram! (1:00:10) #ListenerLive question #1 – What would be the best approach to cutting? Does it change depending on what I’ve been doing? (1:04:38) #ListenerLive question #2 – How do you recommend I go about coordinating my

GLP-1s, here to stay? (1:59) A culture-shifting moment in history. (7:20) Why we made MAPS GLP-1. (10:11) GLP-1s effect on the body and setting the narrative on the proper use. (15:48) Why being under muscled is an overshadowed chronic health issue. (22:22) Developing strategies to mitigate potential health issues on a GLP-1. (25:03) Introducing MAPS GLP-1 and what’s included. (30:52) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit NASM for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** 50% off their Certified Nutrition Course, Promo code MPM50CNC at checkout ** Special Launch Promotion: MAPS GLP-1 ** Code: GLP70 for $70 OFF. Includes: Ultimate Medication Guide for Patients & Healthcare Professionals & Intuitive Nutrition Guide. ** Mind Pump # 2360: What You Need to Know About GLP-1 With Dr. Tyna Moore Mind Pump #2187: Why Building Muscle Is More Important Than Losing Fat With Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Mind Pump # 2110: Ozempic the Miracle Fat Loss Peptide: The Truth With Dr. William Seed

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Six warning signs you are not healthy and what you can do about it. (1:45) The real Nacho Libre. (21:49) Admiring old-time strength athletes. (26:16) The guy's ‘douchiest’ looks. (30:49) Growth spurts. (36:12) Hardcore gyms are the best! (40:09) Mind Pump’s top sales movies. (46:16) Chase mastery first. (47:50) Shout out to Alex Hormozi. (50:38) #ListenerLive question #1 – What are some good ways to increase your bench press? (51:43)  #ListenerLive question #2 – Which is better to track, macros, or calories? (1:00:50) #ListenerLive question #3 – Can doing a challenge be a good way to kickstart weight loss before going into a program? (1:08:34) #ListenerLive question #4 – Can I swap my accessories for my Olympic lifting program and replace them with unilateral movements or symmetry or wait until next summer? (1:18:50) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Min

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday’s Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page.  Mind Pump Fit Tip: Should you eat breakfast? Or what should you do before you eat breakfast? (1:45) When a rebrand makes something cool again. (26:14) Why are we policing the internet all of a sudden? (32:26) The trends around fitness with Gen Z. (41:05) Fun Facts with Justin: A surprising athlete who promoted their own fitness book. (42:40) The evolution of the modern athlete. (44:34) The most expensive collectibles. (49:06) Looking ‘buffer’ in State & Liberty. (54:26) Shout out to the Mind Pump Trainers Instagram. (57:08) #Quah question #1 - Can you please give me more details on why our body needs rest days and time to recover & adapt? I’ve heard it over and over and still have this drive that makes me want to work hard every day. It’s hard for me to slow down and really give my body a rest, and I am fatigued. On a

The 3 Golden Exercise Rules to Reduce Belly Fat and Visceral Fat The differences between belly vs. visceral fat. (1:12) Build muscle to increase insulin sensitivity. (5:32) The 3 Golden Exercise Rules to Reduce Belly Fat and Visceral Fat. (8:46) #1 - Train like a strength athlete. (10:50) #2 - Focus on big lifts. (16:45) #3 - Stop doing cardio with weights. (22:49) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Entera Skincare for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MPM at checkout for 10% off their order or 10% off their first month of a subscribe-and-save. ** August Promotion: MAPS Bands | MAPS 40+ 50% off! ** Code AUGUST50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #1190: 3 Ways to Transform a Skinny Fat Body Mind Pump #2187: Why Building Muscle Is More Important Than Losing Fat With Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Mind Pump #1835: Why Resistance Training Is the Best Form of Exercise for Fat Loss and Overall Health Mind Pump #1062: Get Strong… Look Better Naked Mind Pump # 2027: How to Impro

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Not all proteins are created equal. (2:11) The protein powder hustle. (13:06) The old Italian stereotype rings true. (18:29) Fun Facts with Justin: Nazi’s and meth. (23:23) Hot August Nights and car troubles. (26:32) Customer service 101. (34:15) Insulin sensitivity and cannabinoids. (44:18) Sleep up to an hour more with Eight Sleep. (48:02) Ideal bodyweight and fast cars. (49:58) Shout out to Personal Trainer Growth Secrets | Powered by Mind Pump. (57:33) #ListenerLive question #1 - What are some ways to increase cortisol? (58:44) #ListenerLive question #2 – Can being on a low-carb diet cause sleep disturbances? (1:16:47) #ListenerLive question #3 – Any strategies for my clients who seem to hit a wall with their appetite as we work to build their macros up? (1:28:42) #ListenerLive question #4 – Why am I still starving on a bulk? (1:38:08) Related Links/Products Mentione

 The 5 Intermittent Fasting Mistakes Causing Weight Gain (Avoid this!) Does fasting belong in the diet category? (1:14) The 5 Intermittent Fasting Mistakes Causing Weight Gain. #1 - It’s for aesthetic goals. (3:01) #2 - You miss protein targets. (11:31) #3 - You binge when it’s time to eat. (15:24) #4 - You’re already over-stressed. (20:16) #5 – Tends to promote the eating of garbage. (25:05) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: A Beginner's Guide to Intermittent Fasting 50% off! ** Code IF50 at checkout ** Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month’s supply of Seed’s DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** Mind Pump #2190: Fasting Masterclass Mind Pump #1052: Why Fasting May Be Making You Fat Mind Pump #2372: Five Steps to a Faster Metabolism NIH study finds heavily processed foods cause overeating and weight gain Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The smartest way to get developed 6-pack abs. (1:31) Father/daughter relationship balancing act. (15:08) The dark side of ‘reality’ TV. (20:08) Where there is a will there is a way. (28:39) Is the ‘influencer’ trend here to stay? (31:48) Red-light therapy is FDA-registered for pain and healing. (36:53) What a shitty way to lose! (41:26) Why does the Eiffel Tower change size? (44:16) BIG people problems. (45:09) Shout out to Travis Chapman Art! (52:54) #ListenerLive question #1 – How do you determine your “ideal weight?” (54:00) #ListenerLive question #2 – Why am I gaining weight/belly fat when I am not doing anything different as far as my diet, just a different program? (1:11:30) #ListenerLive question #3 – How do you go through a cut without messing up your hormones? (1:24:41) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedi

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer three Pump Head questions from the Sunday @mindpumpmedia Quah post. Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you eat meat, eat GRASS-FED. (2:01) Using science to change your perception. (8:33) That time the guys got hustled. (14:30) When was the last time your mom had seen you naked? (19:04) The incredible/inspiring story of Terry Fox. (22:11) A discussion on the right time to give your kid a cell phone. (25:21) Toxic friends and their influence on your kid. (34:16) The challenges of raising kids while divorced. (43:50) How Mind Pump got introduced to ZBiotics. (47:49) It’s a rare partnership. (51:45) #Quah question #1 - What are the main qualities you look for in determining if a workout program is appropriate and will be effective?? There are so many options online, and I'm struggling to choose one and know what's good and what's not. (58:40) #Quah question #2 - What are the best hamstring hypertrophy exercises for someone who works out

The 5 Reasons Why Walking is King for Fat Loss (Burn More Fat than Running & How to Do it Correctly) One of the EASIEST ways to introduce someone to a healthier lifestyle without the risk. (0:59) The BEST form of cardio for pure fat loss. (3:05) The 5 Reasons Why Walking is King for Fat Loss. #1 - Most people can walk without major dysfunction. (5:42) #2 – Low barrier of entry. (12:28) #3 - It's harder to overtrain. (17:07) #4 - It supplements strength training best. (18:25) #5 - Improves relationships. (26:02) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code to receive 20% off your first order. ** August Promotion: MAPS Bands | MAPS 40+ 50% off! ** Code AUGUST50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #1917: Ten Common Traits of Fit & Healthy People Running Injuries > Fact Sheets - Yale Medicine What is NEAT and Why Should You Care About it? - Mind Pump Media Mind Pump #2372: Five Steps to a Faster Metabolism Mind Pum

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here is a good rule of thumb if you’re doing strength training: If you’re doing low reps, bump your sets. If you’re doing higher reps, drop your sets. (2:31) How Adam has used peptides to heal his recent injury. (10:54) Why thinking too much about the ‘self’ is actually not a good thing. (25:04) Spiritual physics. (27:58) Top herbs for anxiety. (33:40) Shocking social media statistics. (36:54) Making the case for or against Universal Basic Income. (42:52) The hack to being successful in life. (49:22) Shout out to the book Die with Zero. (52:48) #ListenerLive question #1 - What kind of yearly rotation of your programs would you guys recommend that would represent the typical athlete cycle (i.e., off-season, in-season, etc.)? (57:01) #ListenerLive question #2 - How can I put on size and how should I change my training to go from bikini to figure? (1:02:17) #ListenerLive question

How can you tell if someone has too much visceral fat? (1:36) What are some of the top things that sabotage somebody on this journey? (5:24) #1 - Most people should AVOID heavily processed foods. (9:50) #2 - Not eating high-protein meals. (16:21) The best types of proteins for building muscle and getting lean. (18:48) Specific strategies on how to achieve this. (23:28) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP for 20% off your first order (new customers) and double rewards points for existing customers. ** August Promotion: MAPS Bands | MAPS 40+ 50% off! ** Code AUGUST50 at checkout ** The Effect of Exercise on Visceral Adipose Tissue in Overweight Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis The Exercise Paradox | Scientific American NIH study finds heavily processed foods cause overeating and weight gain Processed foods make up 70 percent of the U.S. diet Mind Pump #620: Chris Kresser on the Chron

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you’ve plateaued here is something that can get you to progress again/that will build more muscle & strength. (1:55) The sourcing of the meat from Butcher Box. (12:35) Kids say the darndest things. (15:16) Navigating the emotional differences between men and women. (19:23) When to allow access to the internet for your children. (36:55) The seven types of friends everyone should have. (40:26) The AMAZING digestibility of Paleovalley’s bone broth protein powder. (52:53) Why all men need a few good nicknames. (54:05) Shout out to Ann Svogun! (58:08) #ListenerLive question #1 – What are your thoughts on protein sources specifically supplements to ensure maximum absorption when tracking your macro goals? (59:09) #ListenerLive question #2 – Can you help me get to the root cause of why my left hamstring is causing me so much pain? (1:08:11) #ListenerLive question #3 – Any advi

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: A novel way to get your body to start building muscle and strength again. (1:18) Mind Pump gets back to its roots with MAPS GLP-1 Coaching. (17:49) Injectable or pill form? (24:07) Thoughts on GLP-1s being recommended for pediatrics. (25:52) The ULTIMATE scam. (28:17) Good and bad kid quirks. (36:43) The best candidates for cold plunging. (52:42) Shout out to Dr. Lauren Fitz! (57:29) #Quah question #1 - When you press overhead are you supposed to have the shoulders down and back in a packed position or let the scapula move freely? How much upper trap activation should be present? (58:44) #Quah question #2 - I tend to attract older clients as a personal trainer. I love helping them reverse the aging process! However, what are the best ways to approach severe upper-crossed syndrome? That seem

How Do I Train Like My Favorite Athlete? Training like your favorite athlete does NOT guarantee you will look like them. (1:53) Common misconceptions that training like a pro will give you pro results:  #1 - They are genetic anomalies. (5:10)  #2 - Their training is VERY individualized. (7:09) #3 - They are paid to perform. (11:46) #4 - Train like them and you will get terrible results. (14:43) What to do instead: #1 - Correct your imbalances. (16:27) #2 - Practice your sport. (21:08) #3 - Get stronger. (23:10) #4 - Mobility is key. (26:14) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Use code MINDPUMP to get $350 off Pod 4 Ultra. Currently ship to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia ** Special Promotion: MAPS Performance Advanced half off. ** Coupon code ATHLETE50 at checkout ** Watch Receiver | Netflix Official Site Watch Quarterback | Netflix Official Site Mind Pump #1262: Why Fitness Assess

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: How you lift weights changes how you look. (2:31) Being a badass. (12:05) The fun process of building a MAPS program. (15:26) Sal likes to drive fast. (16:51) Adam’s hunt for creative car pathways. (17:41) New studies on the entourage effect of cannabinoids. (25:56) An appreciation of old muscle cars and the feeling of being present. (29:15) The ‘skibidi toilet’ viral trend. (41:02) Addressing the controversial Olympics opening ceremony. (45:45) The race to autonomous cars. (53:48) The latest deal from NASM. (58:33) Shout out to the FREE ‘How to Build a Profitable 7 or 8-Figure Coaching Business’ webinar with Jason Phillips and Adam. (1:00:02) #ListenerLive question #1 – What are your thoughts on athletes who do not have an “offseason”, but would still like some muscle gains? (1:03:23

Why Mind Pump Doesn’t Give Meal Plans Why Mind Pump does NOT give diet plans. (1:19) Reasons why they work (temporarily). (7:15) Reasons why they suck. (10:43) What to do instead. (19:55) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get your free Sample Pack with any “drink mix” purchase! Also try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump August Promotion: MAPS Bands | MAPS 40+ 50% off! ** Code AUGUST50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #1522: How to Stay Consistent With Your Diet & Workout Mind Pump #1830: Five Steps to Determine Your Ideal Caloric Intake Mind Pump #2160: Macro Counting Master Class Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Tony Robbins (@tonyrobbins) Instagram

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The BEST strength training workout for 85% of the population. (1:51) The role and benefits of Bifidobacteria. (15:00) Drumsticks are the margarine of ice cream. (21:03) Japan’s ‘fat’ tax and how ‘breakfast’ has been sold to our kids. (26:55) The BEST sunscreen you will find anywhere! (38:21) The stories we told ourselves that sounded normal at the time. (43:00) Trigger sessions are now mainstream! (47:06) An important PSA for trainers and coaches. (52:22) Shout out to the book Lies Women Believe: And the Truth that Sets Them Free, by  Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth. (56:08) #ListenerLive question #1 - If training a higher volume than 8 sets per workout is more valuable, how would I do higher volume while still doing failure training without feeling nauseous after my workout? (57:25) #ListenerLive

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday’s Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page.  Mind Pump Fit Tip: The ONE thing you can do to simultaneously improve your cognitive function, help you build more muscle, and burn more fat. (2:26) Kids say the darndest things. (14:07) Going down the Jesse Ventura rabbit hole. (14:56) Is Justin the best or worst storyteller in the world? (17:41) Such an American idea. (24:26) The ultimate insurance scam. (26:26) The science of liquid breathing. (29:31) Dogs can smell stress and alter their behavior.  (32:41) An elephant that paints! (34:15) The commonalities between leadership and coaching. (41:24) Why the peptide GHK-CU is so good to use on your skin. (55:25) Shout out to Presumed Innocent on Apple TV+. (1:00:32) #Quah question #1 - Why is it so hard to lose the last 5 pounds?? What to do?? Even less calories?? More cardio? (1:03:21) #Quah question #2 - Should I pro