Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Mari Llewellyn, co-founder of Bloom Supplements. Mari’s origin story from being the problem to feeling good from the inside/out. (1:41) From going viral to kick-starting a successful business. (7:41) Her journey into weightlifting and healthy eating. (11:46) Her experience going ‘cold turkey’ off all her medications. (16:50) Reaching her full potential through exercise. (21:25) Meeting her partner and becoming the perfect team. (24:27) The idea behind the Pursuit of Wellness podcast. (29:05) In her baby-making era. (36:39) The process of scaling Bloom Nutrition Supplements. (38:56) The problems with the health & wellness space for women. (41:56) How Bloom made it into Target, its future exit strategy, and surviving COVID. (47:58) The mistakes made along the way. (57:34) The difference between feeling bloated and being well hydrated. (1:04:56) The evolution of social media, marketing for her business, and the podcast. (1:08:20)

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: Motivation is bullshit, self-belief is EVERYTHING! (2:37) How Justin is using the Brain Blend from Ned for mental clarity and sharpness pre-podcast. (17:30) BPC-157 is the creatine of the peptide world. (19:40) Mind Pump gives back. (23:55) Fun Facts with Justin: Chlamydia in the Arctic. (33:11) Signs you need to add sodium. (34:25) Will we get to a place where we can engineer broccoli to taste like cake? (39:03) MAPS 40+ looks to be a sleeper hit. (43:13) Females kicking ass! (49:02) When mom’s away, dad holds down the fort. (50:55) Shout out to Josh Nickerson! (1:02:45) #ListenerLive question #1 - What direction do I need to go to keep pushing the dial toward being the athlete I can identify with again? (1:03:39) #ListenerLive question #2 - How do constant interruptions negatively i

Ten Tips for a Leaner Fitter Body After Age 40. (1:38) #1 - Use effective but less risky exercises (box squats, sled work, trap bar, unilateral work). (6:01) #2 - Go to bed and wake at the same time. (12:39) #3 - Cold rinse in the morning. (15:48) #4 – Eat high protein. (19:07) #5 – Drink 1/2 to 1 gallon of water. (22:07) #6 - No social media or news for the first 90 mins upon waking. (24:18) #7 - Gratitude before bed. (27:19) #8 - Box breathing before bed. (29:26) #9 – 5-minute movement every hour that you sit. (32:10) #10 - Eat easily digestible foods. (35:27) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Launch: MAPS 40+ ** Code 40LAUNCH at checkout ** Promotion ends December 24th, act now for $80 off + 2 FREE eBooks! Limited time offer exclusively for Mind Pump Listeners get a FREE at-home Vitamin D Test (just pay shipping & handling) + Health Coaching Call – Reserve yours today here December Promotion: MAPS Old Time Strength | MAPS OCR 50% off! ** Code DECEMBER50 at checkout ** How to Box Squat to Impr

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: What you look at is what you see. (2:17) A toddler’s day can be ruined by ANYTHING. (15:00) The mystery Secret Santa list. (19:51) What ‘Quah’ stands for in the Urban Dictionary. (22:20) Kids say the darndest things. (23:22) Who has the higher body fat percentage, the average pig or American? (24:38) Southwest’s latest annoying policy move. (25:36) Why Seed stands above its competitors in the probiotic market. (34:10) Dolph Lungren, Sylvester Stallone/Richard Gere and petty pranks. (36:57) Do men lack vulnerability or stoicism more? (44:24) The market for men’s skincare is exploding thanks to Caldera. (57:58) Shout out to Bye Bye Barry on Prime Video and Mind Pump’s 3-Part Trainer Series. (1:03:45) #ListenerLive question #1 - Why am I “crashing” after a few weeks of cutting? (1:05:43)

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: Exercises are TECHNIQUES! Treat them as a skill. It’s NOT always about getting sore and tired. (3:13) Shoes are hard to buy. (13:45) Don’t mess with the thermostat! (17:28) The fascinating side effects of taking semaglutide. (18:40) Use Entera to darken your hair. (23:22) Looking better with age. (25:08) Katie Sandwina: The Strongest Woman in the World. (30:20) Speculating why Gen-Z is abstaining from alcohol. (33:18) Generational differences. (37:55) Are social media trends changing? (40:35) Drew Canole is back as CEO of Organifi. (49:52) Getting to rewatch old classics with your kids. (51:52) Fun Facts with Justin: The origin of the Muffin Man. (54:51) The theory of collective amnesia during the pandemic. (56:54) Shout out to the Forever Strong Summit. (57:51) #Quah question #1 - Why is lifting

Sick vs. healthy muscle. (2:36) The best test for looking at the health of skeletal muscle. (8:30) The difference between fat and its influence on your hormones. (10:20) Why the way we have intellectualized medicine is backwards! (15:00) “The wider the waistline, the lower the brain volume.” (20:57) Why you are never too old to build muscle. (25:02) Why the food pyramid is the worst social experiment we’ve ever had. (29:52) Going down the scary direction of becoming more planet-based from animal-based sources. (31:50) Have we been misled with sodium? (39:18) Does fasting affect men and women differently? (40:54) Diagnosing the different avatars she sees in her practice. (46:02) Concierge vs. Western medicine. (54:52) The misconception that physicians are paid to prescribe. (57:04) Should people stop seeing their doctor if they’re obese? (59:00) Her take on GLP-1 antagonists/semaglutide. (1:00:51) Her favorite peptides and why. (1:10:10) The newest technology available for pro

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: BE the example! (3:07) The genius of Spotify’s Wrapped. (24:57) Market updates and office vacancies in San Francisco. (29:40) Have creators lost their artistry in what they do? (35:26) Playgrounds were different back in the day. (40:12) Updating the audience on the guy's treatments done in Mexico. (44:01) The latest fitness trend to avoid. (52:27) Highlighting the coaching aspect of working with NutriSense. (57:42) Shout out to The New Gold Standard book. (59:11) #ListenerLive question #1 - What program can I do to gain muscle? (1:02:17) #ListenerLive question #2 - What are the negative effects of getting as much protein from shakes as I do? (1:14:32) #ListenerLive question #3 - How would you recommend getting the most out of training to build the athlete while maintaining my golf pract

Your lifestyle has a MASSIVE impact on how you feel as you get older. (2:59) What is going to keep you healthy & fit at 20, is NOT the same as what’s going to keep you healthy when you’re 40. (7:28) The general considerations we see of people who are 40+ years old. (9:00) The challenges facing this avatar. (18:06) How the workout programming is laid out. (22:53) The first program that includes LIFESTYLE programming. (31:46) The unique lifestyle guidelines within the program. (41:55) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Launch: MAPS 40+ ** Code 40LAUNCH at checkout ** Promotion ends December 24th, act now for $80 off + 2 FREE eBooks! Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! How To Increase Sensitivity And Density Of The Androgen Receptors? How To Do The Sled Push The RIGHT Way! (AVOID MISTAKES!) – Mind Pump TV Sled Drag Strength Training for Massive Quads | Muscle & Fitness Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources  

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: What you did that worked for you before ISN’T guaranteed to work again. The old rules do not apply.  (2:21) The guys share their experiences of “special” treatments done in Mexico. (23:01) Are you willing to pay a lot for exceptional customer service? (26:40) The Cybertruck avatar. (36:19) Eight Sleep is a fan favorite! (43:46) Alex Jones has reemerged. (47:24) The fascinating story behind Game Stop. (52:42) The Shilajit gummies from Organifi are crushing! (57:13) Shout out to SB Mowing. (1:02:55) #ListenerLive question #1 - Have you had surgery that has changed the structure of your body? (1:05:01) #ListenerLive question #2 - Is switching to unilateral for all chest exercises the solution to my asymmetry, or do I need to find another way to engage my dominant side pec? (1:14:34) #Liste

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: Five steps to hack the negative effects of alcohol consumption. (1:39) Busting myths with Sal: Why pasta tastes different in Italy, why people in New York are rude, and why most states dislike people from California. (15:25) Gambling stories and habits of Mind Pump. (19:34) Are the guys for or against companies ripping them off? (33:41) Mind Pump Recommends the Dead Files on the Travel Channel. (36:30) Is there any more terrifying than experiencing sleep paralysis? (41:16) Invisibility cloak, real or fake? (42:56) Mind Pump’s favorite MAPS program. (46:00) Shout out to Joe Baena. (51:21) #Quah question #1 - Are partial reps effective and when? Do they have a place in a workout program? (52:38) #Quah question #2 - What are the best books on programming design and best meal plan resources? (59:43) #Quah que

Seven Steps to Get in the Best Shape of Your Life in 2024. (1:41) #1 - Manage your algorithms. (2:32) #2 - Eat foods that encourage you to eat less. (12:20) #3 - Lift weights with a plan. (18:34) #4 - Walk a little bit 3 times a day (no distractions). (22:31) #5 - Set a water goal and hit it. (27:44) #6 - Train and eat to feel good, not look good. (31:42) #7 - Go to bed and wake up at the same time. (36:46) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: RGB Bundle 50% off! ** Code RGB50 at checkout ** Visit Stress Guardian by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Mind Pump # 1477: Is Social Media Killing Your Gains? Mind Pump # 1860: Fourteen Of The Best Foods For An Amazing Physique Mind Pump # 2160: Macro Counting Master Class Mind Pump # 2012: Building The Perfect Workout Program To Hit Your Goals Mind Pump # 1522: How To Stay Consistent With Your Diet & Workout Mind Pump # 1345: 6 Ways To Optimize Sleep For Faster Muscle Gain And Fat L

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 to become a successful personal trainer. (2:51) The celebrity power and pull of Elon Musk. (15:35) Will Disney survive their recent downfalls? (18:57) Mind Pump’s favorite holiday films. (21:57) Men’s #1 dating red flag and cologne preferences. (26:04) Recapping the Mind Pump Holiday Party. (32:26) What a waste of land. (34:44) Handsome privilege. (37:31) AI or human-made? (40:35) The impact of face masks on children. (47:48) Red-light therapy is an effective acne treatment. (50:43) Arnold’s PRs. (52:33) Shout out to Steven Rodriguez. (54:44) #ListenerLive question #1 - Is it better to train in a block phase or mix them up? (56:39) #ListenerLive question #2 - What should I eat/drink before my workouts to avoid feeling Hypoglycemia? Could what I eat the night before make a diff

Installment #4: How to be a great parent and raise successful children. (1:24) Topics covered in this segment. (2:03) Why modern parenting is SO hard. (3:37) How people view parenting today. (10:55) How attachment issues poison parents. (18:08) How kids get wrecked. (20:37) Fixing your attachment is going to help. (23:55) The model of apprentice adults. (25:32) Building a self-correcting family system. (26:11) The 10-minute daily approach. (32:50) Raise adults so that you can be friends with them in adulthood. (35:16) Tactics for successful co-parenting. (38:34) How to raise kids who succeed in this world. (45:19) Taking an assessment. (53:52) Previewing installment #6: An unfiltered conversation with Sara Dawn Moore on all the things people are afraid to ask an attachment specialist. (54:45) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit The Attachment Bootcamp for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MIND at checkout for 50% off** Limited time offer exclusiv

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you’re going to train to failure, do it the RIGHT way. (1:53) LMNT is ‘tasty’ water. (11:28) A hack when it comes to consuming nuts. (14:50) Swollen faces and the highlights from their episode with Jordan Peterson. (16:50) Elon Musk stands by his principles. (21:51) Mark Cuban for President? (28:23) The small community of billionaires. (38:32) If Mind Pump were billionaires, what would they purchase? (44:00) Multi-vitamin use is associated with longevity. (52:07) Shout out to Jeff Zenisek. (55:27) #ListenerLive question #1 - For someone competitive but also wants to keep my muscle being 60, what MAPS programs would you recommend for the different times in my season? (56:33) #ListenerLive question #2 - What would be the optimal range, body fat percentage-wise, for women? (1:11:53) #ListenerLive question #3 - How do you recommend I train if my legs are so much more dominan

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: Meat is one of the MOST nutrient-dense foods! (2:04) When you have that one loose cannon “friend.” (25:03) Organifi’s Gold Juice is ultra-relaxing. (45:01) Justin’s man cave. (46:38) Do we need aliens to distract us from everything? (47:34) Strange News with Sak: Malaysia Airlines 370 and the Pentagon. (50:24) Fun Facts with Justin: Did this scientist find the key to eternity frozen in permafrost? (54:10) Shout out to Tyler Fischer. (56:30) #Quah question #1 - Can overtraining and under-recovery cause you to lose muscle and gain body fat? (58:02) #Quah question #2 - What’s the difference between cycling calories (high days versus low days) as opposed to taking the average and eating that amount every day? (1:02:01) #Quah question #3 - As a coach my philosophy is selling health first, then fat loss, and mus

Was the moon landing, real or fake? (2:03) How we are living in paradise and MUST take advantage of every moment. (4:33) His definition of ‘home’. (8:55) The biggest misunderstandings of spacewalking. (10:24) Thinking and preparing for everything that can go wrong. (13:06) Space debris is a problem. (18:35) The process of becoming an astronaut. (22:14) The leaders or trainers that stood out to him. (35:20) Gravity is the problem. (40:19) The experience of takeoff. (42:14) The most accurate space movies. (47:36) Dealing with the fear of potential death. (53:35) Preparing the body for going into space and coming back. (59:54) Sleeping in space and astronaut humor. (1:10:48) When you have a goal, it doesn’t matter where you are from. (1:18:25) The importance of these private companies' missions for the future of humanity. (1:21:53) Dealing with radiation exposure in space. (1:33:22) Some cool things seen from space. (1:37:59) How far away are we from commercial space flights

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: An active or spiritual practice makes you healthier/happier, and contributes significantly to longevity. (2:33) The famous shell game. (16:30) The ability to create new songs with old artists. (19:31) Celebrating the Godfather of rock n’ roll. (21:58) Evidence of social contagion. (23:41) The climate is NOT God. (28:43) Is everything that goes viral staged? (32:07) Kids say the darndest things. (34:28) The genius of adult humor in cartoons/animated films. (37:03) Don’t mess with the South Park creators. (42:03) Optimistic or bullish on Disney? (44:21) Updating the audience on Adam’s use of Ned post-cannabis. (49:17) New product alert from Caldera Lab. (53:50) Shout out to Dhru Purohit. (1:01:19) #ListenerLive question #1 - Any advice on how to figure out how much I need to eat to

We don’t have a weight loss problem in America, but a KEEP the weight off problem. (1:47) Five Ways to Stay Consistent with Your Workouts. #1 - Set appropriate goals. (6:16) #2 - Make the approach challenging but realistic. (12:00) #3 - Encourage a great workout experience. (16:45) #4 - Don’t beat the crap out of yourself. (19:41) #5 - Point out progress and wins. (24:52) #6 - Don’t shame them, but also be honest and firm. (29:50) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MINDPUMP23 at checkout for 15% off your first order!** December Promotion: MAPS Old Time Strength | MAPS OCR 50% off! **Code DECEMBER50 at checkout** Mind Pump #2172: Five Commandments For Successful Personal Trainers The Key to Fitness Success is Self-Love – Mind Pump Blog Workout Because You Love Yourself Not Because You Hate Yourself – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1392: 10 Habits Of Super-Healthy People Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind P

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: Why Big Food wants you to eat less protein. (1:53) Why is Sal cutting ALL artificial sweeteners? (13:42) Justin’s Christmas tree fiasco. (16:36) The Di Stefano’s chaotic family gathering. (28:48) Changing traditions. (41:22) Inflation is still here. (46:05) Justin’s hamstring snafu. (53:42) Shout out to Mind Pump’s Cyber Monday Special! (59:02) #ListenerLive question #1 - For someone who works out early in the morning, is it better to feed your body the day before with the higher calories, or better to feed after your workout? (1:00:08) #ListenerLive question #2 - Any advice on how to fix my anterior pelvic tilt? (1:09:01) #ListenerLive question #3 - Suggestions for ways to bust through a plateau on a specific lift? (1:17:38) #ListenerLive question #4 – An update with a former live call

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: DON’T be afraid of salt! (2:13) If you can’t beat them, join them! (12:13) The imminent reverse market crash. (17:32) The car market bubble and valet tales. (20:04) Naming cars and guitars. (28:40) Elon Musk is a ‘billionaire bro’. (31:29) The war between Open AI and Google. (35:10) An urban legend that turned out to be true. (45:25) Searching and categorizing supplements based on your goal. (46:54) The benefits of Halo Therapy. (51:17) Gargling with salt water may help prevent COVID-19 hospitalization. (53:18) Shout out to Elon Musk biography by Walter Isaacson and the Mind Pump Personal Trainer 3-Day Training. (55:14) #Quah question #1 - Are your programs designed to have the same weight throughout all sets, or do you adjust it so it’s as heavy as possible for each set in that rep range? (57:09) #Q