Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

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Synopsis

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 @mindpumpradio, @mindpumpsal, @mindpumpadam, @mindpumpjustin & @mindpumpdoug and on Facebook at mindpumpshow. Get expertly programmed Mind Pump training protocols at www.mindpumpmedia.com

Episodes

  • 2689: 10 Underrated Exercises That Deliver INSANE Gains, Metabolism Repair, and Nutrition Intake for Weight Loss Goals

    20/09/2025 Duration: 01h39min

    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 10 Underrated Exercises that Produce INCREDIBLE Gains. (2:09) Kids say the darndest things. (18:25) The cause of your energy crash may surprise you. (23:53) Boost your immunity with Green Juice. (25:54) The Garth Brooks conspiracy. (29:34) Red-light for hair loss. (32:35) The Muscle Mommy Movement. (36:39) Watch out for race-baiting content. (37:56) Being an influencer is a curse. (49:23) #ListenerLive question #1 – I’m getting back into weightlifting and am feeling stuck. Which program would you recommend for someone like me? How can I repair my metabolism without gaining more weight? (56:42) #ListenerLive question #2 – With Anabolic Advanced, can I change the order of the exercises in the upper body days without it affecting the results intended? (1:05:38) #ListenerLive question #3 – How should I diet through Symmetry and how should/could I incorporate cardio? (1:14:36) #L

  • 2688: Eight Simple Habit Hacks that Produce Fat Loss & More (Listener Coaching)

    19/09/2025 Duration: 01h14min

    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: 8 Simple Habit Hacks that Produce Fat Loss. (2:16) Isometrics for growth. (19:45) Will consuming artificial sweeteners make your brain age faster? (24:25) How the spiritual component in the success of people in rehab is so important. (27:21) New pornography data is alarming. (30:51) Add volume to your press with PRx. (38:39) Holy lifting. (46:16) What industries will AI disrupt next? (51:24) Shout out to the Mind Pump Park City House! (1:01:09) #Quah question #1 – Could tempo being too slow have diminishing returns? I go super slow because I want to ensure proper form, but my workouts take forever. (1:02:47) #Quah question #2 – Can certain rep ranges stimulate the appetite more? Ever since I started lifting in the 4-6 rep range, I have been so hungry! (1:06:13) #Quah question #3 – How do you know when it's the r

  • 2687: Zuby On The Current State of America

    18/09/2025 Duration: 01h05min

    Zuby Becoming a father. (1:31) Living in Dubai. (5:12) Collectivism is dangerous. (12:28) The more relatable it is, the more it impacts people. (20:38) Our perception is getting manipulated. (22:56) Normal doesn’t go viral. (25:40) The downstream effects of this exposure. What should we be looking for? (28:32) Agreeing to be civil with each other. (30:24) RIP Charlie Kirk. (33:05) The impact of your words. (40:13) 3 ways to solve any conflict. (44:23) The importance of being rooted in the real world rather than online. (48:45) Raising kids in this tech world. (54:00) What keeps him centered and calm? (58:13) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP for buy one, get one 50% off for new customers, and 20% cash back for returning customers! ** Muscle Mommy Movement Quiz Mind Pump Store Ukrainian woman stabbed to death in unprovoked attack while riding train in North Carolina: Police Charlie

  • 2686: Do These 6 Things and You WON’T Get Gains from Strength Training & More (Listener Live Coaching)

    17/09/2025 Duration: 01h41min

    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Do These 6 Things and You WON’T Get Gains from Strength Training. (2:39) Fatty 15 vs. Omega 3s. (28:32) Dad, the builder. (31:23) LEGO minifigures. (34:04) A terrible lie told to women about the definition of success. (39:24) Hurt people, hurt people. (53:27) How does Zbiotics work so well? (56:27) Shout out to Mind Pump Store! (59:10) #ListenerLive question #1 – How can I balance upper body volume with a serious focus on improving my bouldering (rock climbing) skills? (1:00:20) #ListenerLive question #2 – I feel like I am stuck in not being able to gain muscle because I cannot physically eat more. What advice do you have for a situation like this? (1:08:46) #ListenerLive question #3 – I feel that my body, while strong, is covered in a layer of fluff. I feel strong, but don’t feel the aesthetic is there. What advice do you have on what my week should look like with workouts, ste

  • 2685: How to Raise a Successful Family with Scott Donnell

    15/09/2025 Duration: 01h42min

    How to Raise a Successful Family with Scott Donnell Setting up heritage, not inheritance. (1:32) Money trauma. (9:30) Faith, family, and F.I.S.H. (13:29) Kids need both sides. (19:26) The difference between discipline and punishment. (22:01) The 4 C’s Framework to build anti-fragile children. (31:21) His thoughts on smartphones and the internet. (40:44) Pick your inner circle carefully. (49:33) The ‘4 Family Forces’ destroying family culture. (52:20) Faith revival. (1:02:57) Anxiety is a sin to repent of, not an emotion to medicate out of. (1:06:24) You can’t serve both God and Mammon. (1:09:45) Looking sideways instead of looking up. (1:15:35) Learning to surrender. (1:22:58) Many are gifted, but few are anointed. (1:28:46) Mentor family. (1:39:55) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code to receive 20% off your first order. ** Muscle Mommy Movement Quiz Fig and Eagle Freedom Fund II - eagleven

  • 2684: Do ONLY These 8 Lifts to Achieve an Amazing Body

    13/09/2025 Duration: 01h42min

    Mind Pump Fit Tip: Do ONLY These 8 Lifts to Achieve an Amazing Body. (1:49) Probiotics are the best fat burners! (22:29) Adam’s evolution with his diet & exercise. (27:44) Functional Justin. (34:12) The Botox stack. (37:37) Due process. (39:22) You can totally manufacture popularity. (46:14) The curse of fame. (48:12) Downsizing to live near family. (50:50) Going down the 3rd rail with Justin: The Secret Pyramid of Alaska. (56:40) #ListenerLive question #1 – If you are working with a sports team only two days a week in the gym, as that is the only time we have due to the team schedule, what would your focus be on? (1:00:47) #ListenerLive question #2 – I don’t feel like my physique is changing for the better at all, although my weight remains stable, and I find myself still struggling to want to eat more.   What should I be doing? (1:10:42) #ListenerLive question #3 – Given my current stats and goals, how do I move forward without backsliding into old patterns? Is it unreasonable

  • 2683: Weird workout hacks that Build Muscle Fast & More (Listener Coaching)

    12/09/2025 Duration: 01h05min

    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: Weird workout hacks that BUILD MUSCLE FAST! (2:03) Is there a link between eating meat and cancer risk? (23:48) GLP-1s and the obesity rate. (29:31) Ground beef vs soy for muscle protein synthesis. (35:46) Butcher Box has seasonings! (37:30) How there is a tradeoff between size and endurance. (39:35) The Rock’s DRASTIC physical transformation. (43:28) Ashwagandha to help reduce anxiety. (50:35) #Quah question #1 – How does a person with a full-time desk job and a family find time to get the appropriate amount of weights in for strength each week, the appropriate amount of movement each day (steps), the appropriate amount of cardio, and HIT cardio each week? (53:09) #Quah question #2 – If I'm not hungry at the end of the day but haven't hit my caloric or protein goals for the day, should I still eat? (56:36) #Quah question #3 –

  • 2682: Nine Fitness Coaches That Should Be Fired

    11/09/2025 Duration: 31min

     Nine Fitness Coaches That Should Be Fired There’s no better thing than a GOOD personal trainer or coach. (1:25) Nine Fitness Coaches That Should Be Fired #1 - The hype machine. (3:53) #2 – Shame guy. (8:38) #3 - Intensity over technique. (11:10) #4 - The low-calorie solves everything person. (13:59) #5 – The absent coach. (16:01) #6 – Everything, but the kitchen sink all at once coach. (18:04) #7 - All they do is talk, never listen. (20:00) #8 - Know everything guy. (23:02) #9 - Treats you like a competitor. (25:00) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Use the code MINDPUMP to get $350 off your very own Pod 5 Ultra. The best part is that you still get 30 days to try it at home and return it if you don’t like it – – Shipping to many countries worldwide. ** Muscle Mommy Movement Quiz Mind Pump #1622: Nine Signs Your Trainer Sucks Mind Pump #2587: This is What a Great Trainer Looks Like With Ben Bruno Mind Pump P

  • 2681: Get Way Rounder Delts in 60 Days & More (Listener Live Coaching)

    10/09/2025 Duration: 01h37min

    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Get WAY rounder delts in 60 days! (2:21) An ALARMING study concerning ultra-processed foods. (19:30) Drink beet juice, lower your blood pressure! (30:53) One of the MOST important things we should focus on as we age. (33:13) Sin feels fine, until you try and stop. (37:53) Who’s more likely to snoop around? (44:31) Ja Rule’s BIG regret. (51:00) Guy’s nicknames are brutal. (53:07) #ListenerLive question #1 – How can I best get ready for the competition and increase my deadlift? (55:53) #ListenerLive question #2 – I’m not sure what’s the best path to restart after an injury. Any guidance or recommendations? (1:00:57) #ListenerLive question #3 – I am looking for some practical advice on how I can begin to train for some endurance events without sacrificing my strength gains. (1:15:24) #ListenerLive question #4 – How can I get my chest to grow? (1:24:24) Related Links/Products Me

  • 2680: The Fitness Obstacles Women Face and How to Solve Them

    08/09/2025 Duration: 36min

    Losing weight, while hard, is not NEARLY as challenging as maintaining it. (1:14) Activity is not common. (3:59) Has to be a process that you ENJOY. (4:41) It’s not about perfect. It’s how to do this FOREVER. (6:58) The Fitness Obstacles Women Face and How to Solve Them #1 - Low energy from long layoff. (11:05) #2 – RESULTS-orientated. (20:04) #3 - Lacking confidence with weights as a newbie. (22:44) #4 - Very busy. (26:27) Simple advice on your nutrition. (29:14) Supplements. (33:19) Muscle Mommy Movement Quiz: What avatar do you fit under? (34:03) Related Links/Products Mentioned Muscle Mommy Movement Quiz Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP10 at checkout for 10% off any order. ** Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV How to Get Back on the Fitness Wagon After a Hiatus – Mind Pump Blog Getting Back in Shape After Having a Baby – Don’t be Hard on Yourself – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #2072: The Best Workout for Busy Moms Mind Pump #253

  • 2679: The 10 BIGGEST Gym Mistakes That are Killing Your Gains & More (Listener Live Coaching)

    06/09/2025 Duration: 01h52min

    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 10 BIGGEST Gym Mistakes That are Killing Your Gains. (2:05) The ‘Horny Stack’ is a good time! (28:49) Gym language. (29:51) Teasing your kids. (32:31) Consistency, appreciation, and making an effort in relationships.  (44:45) The most rewarding partnership. (53:02) Muscle Mommy Movement Quiz. (55:11) #ListenerLive question #1 – I know you guys have said stubborn fat is usually just a matter of patience, but is there a point where hormones, metabolism, or other factors might play a bigger role after losing so much weight? (58:06) #ListenerLive question #2 – Any guidance on how to work my way up to weighted dips and pull-ups? (1:14:22) #ListenerLive question #3 – Could exercise during the day cause elevated body temperature at night while sleeping? (1:24:13) #ListenerLive question #4 – I’m struggling at this point in my life now that I have achieved the weight loss that I’ve always went

  • 2678: How to Eat Carbs for Muscle Gain & Fat Loss & More (Listener Coaching)

    05/09/2025 Duration: 01h04min

    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: How to Eat Carbs for Muscle Gain & Fat Loss. (1:19) Crazy with quality. (20:18) Amazon hustle. (23:46) The benefits of religion. (28:19) How do active parents influence their children's fitness? (33:34) Kids say the darndest things. (34:42) The Batman villains. (35:21) Mind Pump Recommends: Who Would Win? Book Series. (38:15) The ‘Wolverine Stack’ to cut recovery time in half! (44:25) You can work out in these pants. (46:04) Holding your breath. (50:54) #Quah question #1 – Do you think under-desk pedal exercises are good enough to replace walking? (53:07) #Quah question #2 – Is it possible to modify any MAPS programs to make them an "all-day" workout, as you guys have talked about? If so, which ones and how would you do it? I have a home gym and am interested in trying it out. (56:37) #Quah question #3 – Shou

  • 2677: Why All Women Need to Lift Weights

    04/09/2025 Duration: 28min

    Why All Women Need to Lift Weights The MASSIVE growth of the Muscle Mommy avatar. (1:06) 8 Reasons Why All Women Need to Lift Weights #1 - Its empowering. (4:51) #2 - It strengthens bones. (8:25) #3 - It helps regulate hormones. (11:35) #4 - It’s anti-anxiety and depression. (15:16) #5 - You can eat more. (17:25) #6 - You trade the scale for weights. (21:08) #7 - It’s more fun than the treadmill. (23:35) #8 - You don’t need to do a lot of it. (26:20) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Manukora for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP and save up to 31%, plus $25 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit! ** Mind Pump #2567: Women Who Lift: Breaking Myths and Building Muscle Mind Pump #2232: Age-Proof Your Muscles, Bones & Brain With Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Mind Pump #2502: Hormone Therapy for Aesthetics With Dr. Lauren Fitzgerald Is exercise more effective than medication for depression and anxiety? Mind Pump #1547: The Hidden Benefits of Lifting Weights Mind Pump #2320: Throw

  • 2676: Gain an Inch on Your Arms in 90 days & More (Listener Live Coaching

    03/09/2025 Duration: 01h26min

    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom.  Mind Pump Fit Tip: Gain an Inch on Your Arms in 90 days! (1:48)  Protein shake engineering is WILD! (14:32)  Christian revival with the youth. (17:02)  Listen to this before using AI. (20:46)  The kids just don’t understand. (27:42)  Guy’s doing stupid things. (32:25)  Feeding the idol you are trying to break. (33:55)  Terrible tattoo trends. (35:20)  What’s rarer? Benching 225 or having 10 million net worth? (38:43)  Teenager drivers. (42:29)  Addressing the high turnover rate amongst trainers. (46:17)  Red-light therapy and its impact on your mood. (51:56)  #ListenerLive question #1 – What should I do to reduce belly fat? I’m feeling discouraged and stuck like nothing I’m doing is working. (55:33)  #ListenerLive question #2 – Any advice on how I can fix this shoulder/hip pain I have been experiencing? (1:09:36)  #ListenerLive question #3 – Can you recommend a split that facilitates muscle gain and a

  • 2675: The Fastest Way to Get Lean if Money Wasn’t an Issue

    01/09/2025 Duration: 25min

    The FASTEST Way to Get Lean if Money Wasn’t an Issue It’s EXTREMELY expensive to be unhealthy. (1:02) The 7 FASTEST Ways to Get Lean if Money Wasn’t an Issue #1 - Hire a trainer 3 days a week. (3:10) #2 - Hire an online coach for diet. (8:10) #3 - Get a meal prepping service. (12:18) #4 - Optimize your hormones with HRT. (14:24) #5 - Use a GLP-1 and other peptides. (17:18) #6 - Get an Eight Sleep system. (19:19) #7 - Supplements for nutrients. (20:45) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get your free Sample Pack with any “drink mix” purchase! Find your favorite LMNT flavor or share it with a friend. Try LMNT risk-free. If you don’t like it, give it away to a salty friend and we’ll give you your money back, no questions asked! Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump August Special: MAPS 15 50% off! ** Code MUSCLE50 at checkout ** Unexpected Clues Emerge About Why Diets Fail Mind Pump # 2385: Five Reasons Why You Should Hire a Trainer Visit Transcend for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer!

  • 2674: Top 10 Addictive Foods You Can't Stop Eating & More (Listener Live Coaching)

    30/08/2025 Duration: 01h33min

    Mind Pump Fit Tip: Top 10 Foods You CAN’T Stop Eating (And Why They’re So Addictive!). (1:30) The Seed impact. (30:47) Your wife is your crown. (33:04) Investing is about discipline. (37:22) Sleep hard, melatonin-free. (46:20) Mind Pump Reviews: Fit for TV: The Reality of The Biggest Loser on Netflix. (48:06) Beak face. (55:20) #ListenerLive question #1 – Am I dealing with overtraining or under-recovering? Have I caused this, and what should I do moving forward? (57:03) #ListenerLive question #2 – Is there a MAPS program that you guys have that would fit what a surfer would need? (1:04:38) #ListenerLive question #3 – Any tangible training/nutritional advice for my “client” who is overweight and has been told she is pre-diabetic? (1:11:47) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com 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® D

  • 2673: Eight Bro-science Hacks that Actually Work & More (Listener Coaching)

    29/08/2025 Duration: 01h17min

    Mind Pump Fit Tip: 8 Bro-science Hacks that Actually Work (But Not for the Reasons You Think). (1:45) The Mind Pump Butcher Box. (27:39) Swear box challenge. (28:47) Legendary bodybuilder showcase: Bill Pearl. (32:04) Miraculous surgery. (36:05) Blame game. (39:33) Athletes popularizing the Sugar Diet. (41:17) The heaviest man. (44:12) Improve intimacy in the bedroom with Brain.fm. (51:26) Interrupting your day with gratitude. (55:17) Building your dream home. (57:49) #Quah question #1 – Should you train even if you're sore? What are the benefits or disadvantages of training when you're sore vs. when you're not? (1:03:45) #Quah question #2 – I have clients who work out early in the morning.  With all the studies being released on the negatives of women working out fasted, what would you recommend them eat beforehand? (1:06:09) #Quah question #3 – What are your suggestions for mitigating burnout as a trainer? What are some ways you've learned to "refill your cup" after pouring int

  • 2672: Demystifying Bioregulators & Peptides With Nick Andrews

    28/08/2025 Duration: 01h15min

     Nick Andrews What drew him into the biohacking/optimization space? (1:38) GHK-CU and sunburns. (3:40) Is there a risk of downregulating your own production of a peptide because you are using one? (7:13) Are there peptides you shouldn’t combine? (8:51) The history of bioregulators and their difference from peptides. (12:56) Is Russia prescribing bioregulators? (31:00) The 3 tiers of optimization: Oral Supplements, bioregulators, and peptides. (35:52) His favorite bioregulators. (39:11) The pineal gland bioregulator for longevity. (42:05) Breaking down the ‘Push Patch’ technology, and why you feel it. (44:39) The Amazon effect: Why Entera’s GHK-CU stands out above the rest. (1:00:50) Which business venture has the most potential? (1:05:32) When should you take bioregulators, and should they be cycled? (1:11:38) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Luminose by Entera for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MPM at checkout for 10% off their order or 10% off t

  • 2671: Ten Awesome Unexpected Benefits of Exercise

    27/08/2025 Duration: 01h41min

    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 10 Awesome Unexpected Benefits of Exercise. (2:21) Not all GHK-CU is created equal. (28:13) The encouraging audience response to Sal’s new YouTube series. (29:49) 1st day of school tradition. (32:50) Game on! (38:41) When science doesn’t have a moral compass. (42:43) Outsourcing anniversaries. (48:37) It’s a miracle in your gut. (52:17) Gone fishing. (56:12) #ListenerLive question #1 – Any thoughts on how I should change my exercise (or calories) to continue to lose body fat and gain muscle? Any thoughts on what the heck caused my visceral fat to almost triple? (1:01:01) #ListenerLive question #2 – I have been running MAPS 15 since April, and it’s still too much. I'm absolutely exhausted daily and desperately want to get out of this overtrained state. Please help! (1:12:54) #ListenerLive question #3 – What tips/advice do you have to help get to the gym after working a twelve-h

  • 2670: Pilates, Yoga, Running, CrossFit, & Strength Training Face Off!

    25/08/2025 Duration: 36min

    2670: Pilates, Yoga, Running, CrossFit, and Strength Training Face Off! Breaking down the most popular forms of exercise, so you can figure out what is RIGHT for you. History, demographics, and the pros and cons. (1:15) Pilates (3:23) Yoga (11:55) Running (19:15) CrossFit (24:07) Strength training (30:04) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP for buy one, get one 50% off for new customers, and 20% cash back for returning customers! ** August Special: MAPS 15 50% off! ** Code MUSCLE50 at checkout ** Pilates | Benefits, Techniques & History History of Yoga: Understanding Its Rich History Yoga - statistics & facts | Statista An Introduction to Running The Complete Book of Running Born to Run – Secrets of the Tarahumara – Runner’s World The History of CrossFit: Origins, Growth, and Cultural Impact How the Ancient World Lifted Weights - BarBend Mind Pump #1835: Why Resistance Training Is the Best Form of Exercise f

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