Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Don Saladino, trainer of Hugh Jackman, Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively and many other Hollywood A-Listers. “You are all expendable.” His origin story in the health & fitness space. (2:19) Working with celebrities compared to athletes. (18:14) Dealing with ‘snake oil’ actors in the business. (26:22) How using data points can become weapons. (33:49) The craziest celebrity transformation. (37:33) Why he stays away from performance-enhancing drugs. (41:05) How he managed the 2008 market crash. (46:26) Surviving the pandemic and going digital. (49:04) Why did his original app crash and burn? (52:40) The “vanity metrics” of social media, and why you shouldn’t build your business around it. (54:27) The obsession of wanting to get better at your craft, and the power of relationships. (1:01:12) Breaking down his revenue streams. (1:08:55) The Barn Saladino. (1:13:40) His relationship with fitness. (1:16:13) Fitness is a perfect vessel for

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Don’t believe the negative hype around salt/sodium! (2:29) When science goes too far. (18:09) The most decorated wrestler of all time. (30:00) Massive hands. (31:56) The guys express their love of the ‘John Wick’ Series. (34:21) Waco is one of the biggest black eyes in American history. (37:21) Strange science phenomena's. (45:41) Fun Facts with Justin: Bluetooth technology and Wi-Fi. (56:40) Mind Pump’s favorite eras. (58:10) Combating Cannabinoid Deficiency Syndrome with fitocannabinoides that you find in Ned products. (1:02:11) Addressing YouTube scammers. (1:07:15) Shout out to Vladimir Shmondenko. (1:09:05) #ListenerLive question #1 - As someone who has overcome Anorexia, what plan of action would you recommend to reach my current goal of building a strong and muscular physique while maintaining mobility, agility, and athleticism? (1:10:52) #ListenerLive question #2 -

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss six things someone can do to alleviate the stress of going to the gym. Were the guys ever intimidated walking into gym settings? (2:00) Why gyms are some of the MOST welcoming and encouraging places. (10:21) Six Ways to Overcome Your Fear of Going to the Gym. #1 - Realize you are not the exception. (15:37) #2 - Expect you will suck, make peace with the worst outcome. (17:36) #3 - Have a plan. (21:36) #4 - Master a few movements. (22:33) #5 - Frequency builds familiarity. (27:42) #6 - Ask the most serious members for help. (32:27) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: Starter Bundle (MAPS Anabolic, MAPS Prime, and the Intuitive Nutrition Guide $243 if you buy individually, you get for $80!) **Code NOFEAR at checkout** Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** Overcoming the Fear of Going to a Gym – Mind Pump Blog MAPS Prime Webinar Mind Pump # 2027

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Power herbs, i.e., Rhodiola and cordyceps can increase performance and stamina. (1:40) Justin’s bad example. (9:44) Moms are champions. (12:35) The important leaps with your children. (15:49) Adam’s dad flex. (18:15) The myth of maintenance. (21:12) The Waffle House Index. (27:31) Another reason why you shouldn’t do long-distance running. (29:35) Jimmy G approved. (32:24) The sneaky “jock tax.” (36:36) Government inefficiencies. (39:53) Schools are taking action against social media companies. (46:59) Moderation concerns on your favorite social platform. (49:54) Shout out to The Dad Father. (53:26) #ListenerLive question #1 - Can consuming cannabis affect my sleep? (54:29) #ListenerLive question #2 - Should I continue using dumbbells in my home gym or switch to using a Smith Machine at my office gym? Am I missing out? (1:08:11) #ListenerLive question #3 - How does so

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: Using the CGM device as a tool to lose weight. (2:14) The controversy surrounding Ozempic/semaglutide. (11:42) Psyop’s for hire. (19:24) Crazy facts on Genghis Kahn. (26:04) Lunchables coming to a school cafeteria near you. (33:13) Fun Facts with Justin: The Venezuelan Poodle Moth. (35:03) Competitiveness amongst the guy’s and their wives. (40:28) Shout out to Dad Jokes. (50:32) How Justin’s uses the whey protein from Legion in his breakfast smoothie. (50:47) #Quah question #1 - What are the best bracing/breathing cues for deadlifts that you’ve taught clients in the past? (55:44) #Quah question #2 - How do you train around a sprained ankle? Only train waist up sitting or is it ok to do a leg curl/leg extension? I guess not training the ok leg only so there is no imbalances going on right? (1:00:23) #Quah

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with movement specialists Kelly and Juliet Starrett. The politicization of health & fitness. (2:12) The biggest problem with the fitness space. (10:52) The universal language of strength training. (15:17) The importance of tracking your vital signs. (20:29) How to combat being jet lagged on Monday. (24:39) Taking the systems approach with their clients. (30:09) Balancing beliefs and rituals with high-level athletes. (34:23) The ultimate performance hack for athletes. (39:00) How do you feel? Managing data points. (42:12) Why you should be in bed for 9 hours. (51:50) The depressant/stimulant cycle. (54:54) #LittleDoses. (1:02:30) Making walking ‘rad’ again. (1:11:38) Adding balance into your life. (1:24:43) Our poor relationship with inputs/outputs of feeling things. (1:34:04) Taking pain off the output table. (1:40:18) Who did they write the book for? (1:43:58) What tools & hacks do they back? (1:45:15) How do you ‘win’

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: CBD, especially full spectrum hemp oil, might actually be a good pre-workout! (2:44) Money and happiness. (18:04) Men and women are wired differently. (32:44) The fun cognitive leaps in kids. (36:29) The growing prevalence of autoimmune issues and their connection to your mind/body. (40:14) Check out Mind Pump Park City. (49:45) Shout out to Dr. Will Cole. (51:35) #ListenerLive question #1 - How crucial is it to follow the allotted rest periods when your workouts continue to get interrupted? (52:37) #ListenerLive question #2 - What are some ways to make your bulks more effective? (1:02:51) #ListenerLive question #3 - How can I manage my training & diet to see some muscle mass growth while maintaining my ability to compete in Spartan races? (1:09:20) #ListenerLive question #4 - How can I get more comfortable lifting heavy? (1:15:34) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin talk to Dr. Becky Campbell and Dr. Krystal Hohn about the value of functional medicine to address and correct imbalances in the body.  How common are hormone imbalances and are they getting worse? (3:23) Inflammation is at the root of EVERYTHING. (14:13) Their path to functional medicine through their own health issues. (16:25) What made them decide to work together? (23:49) The most common issues they see in their practice. (24:28) The symptoms of hypothyroidism. (29:06) The explosion of Functional Medicine. (33:06) Teaching people how to be their own health advocates. (36:04) How to figure out your histamine load. (39:50) Hormones drive our behavior. (44:10) Understanding and getting to know your menstrual cycle and PMS levels. (48:20) How to support your liver. (56:03) Why they are pro-high-protein diets. (1:01:50) Making your body feel as safe as possible to lose weight. (1:05:09) Heal your gut to rid yourself of food intolerances. (1:08

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Probiotics are up there as a supplement that can help with athletic performance. (2:12) Do you remember your kids doing something that you could never do? (8:39) The older generation was built differently. (17:38) The Top 5 careers of millionaires. (20:13) Fun Facts with Justin: The Las Vegas mole people. (25:40) If Mind Pump was a Ninja Turtle. (28:55) Mind Pump Recommends, MH370: The Plane That Disappeared on Netflix. (32:54) The beauty and heaviness of the 9-11 Memorial. (34:38) The connection between endurance exercise and coronary atherosclerosis. (35:37) The benefits of healthy/strong relationships. (41:52) Politics is nasty. (45:47) Take Organifi’s Pure to fire up your brain. (58:17) Shout out to Dr. Michael Ruscio. (1:01:02) #ListenerLive question #1 - Should I continue to reverse diet during a deload week? (1:02:27) #ListenerLive question #2 - Now that I have di

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: One of the MOST nutrient-dense foods on the planet that is phenomenal for building muscle, recovery, and athletic performance is red meat! If you want to take advantage of its muscle-building properties, go with grass-fed. (2:13) Falling for the traps and the skill of effective communication. (12:15) What the SVB ‘bailout’ brings to light. (17:19) The growing bot issue on social media. (25:02) The brain limiters that we have on our actual performance capacity. (30:57) Marilyn Monroe lifted! (41:33) Athletes that defy physics. (43:47) The evolution of sports science. (48:29) A theory of why men grow beards. (54:44) Giving Hiya to your children to combat nutrient deficiencies. (56:15) Shout out to @drbeckyatgoodinside. (57:17) #Quah question #1 - When weight training to increase bone density should I focus

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover six reasons why eating too little can actually make you put on body fat. Fatter doesn’t necessarily mean heavier. (3:06) Six ways that eating too little can make you fatter.  #1 - You lose muscle, and it's harder to build. (13:10) #2 - Slower metabolism. (15:39) #3 - You have less energy to move or exercise. (22:20) #4 - Hormones shift to fat storage. (27:30) #5 - Tends to result in binging. (29:44) #6 - Tends to result in nutrient deficiencies. (33:05) Related Links/Products Mentioned For a very limited time Equi.life is offering the first 500 Mind Pump Listeners your Inflammation Score Test completely FREE! (Just pay shipping & handling)  March Promotion: “Time-crunch Bundle” (MAPS 15 Minutes, MAPS Anywhere, MAPS Prime + Eat for Performance eBook ALL for only $99.99!! Diet, exercise or diet with exercise: comparing the effectiveness of treatment options for weight-loss and changes in fitness for adults (18-65 years old) who are overfat

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Three of the MOST important factors to consider when you work out are the following: Frequency, intensity, and volume. (2:27) The Kreatures of Habit jacked rat! (14:41) Most drug dealers are broke. (18:01) The fears surrounding the SVB collapse. (27:17) Are dating apps, like Tinder, unraveling? (38:47) Justin’s latest ‘Gymnastics Dad’ experience. (45:17) You can’t become a better parent without becoming a better person. (50:36) Caldera Lab’s clever commercial. (56:01) Shout out to Scott Galloway. (1:00:06) #ListenerLive question #1 - Should transgender people work out differently? (1:01:20) #ListenerLive question #2 - Why do I feel lightheaded when squatting? (1:11:07) #ListenerLive question #3 - What can I do, activity-wise, to lower my cortisol levels? (1:19:57) #ListenerLive question #4 - What can I do to keep my mental health from going down the drain due to sleeping on

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Dr. Will Cole about diets and taking control of your health. How sustainable wellness must be born out of self-respect. (2:12) Bridging the gap between how people eat vs. how they feel. (6:32) Creating your resilient center. (8:56) The evolution of diet cultures. (11:56) The politicization of diets. (15:30) The mind-body connection. (20:17) The role the microbiome plays in your gut health. (26:05) Bio-individuality and immune responses to certain foods. (28:47) Re-training the brain around ‘healthy’ food intolerances. (32:27) The growing field of functional medicine. (36:41) The value of having more tools in your toolbox with it comes to auto-immune diseases. (41:20) Reading between the lines of incoming patients. (51:42) Percentage of patients that he is their first line of defense or last-ditch option? (53:16) The primary purpose of his latest book, ‘Gut Feelings’. (55:00) What led him to help celebrities? (57:22) Related Link

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Resistance bands are NOT just for beginners! If you are advanced, look to bands to provide some tremendous value. (1:37) Kids say the darndest things. (14:15) The mental health applications of red-light therapy. (16:29) Welcome to ‘Musk-ville’. (18:58) The ‘all-star’ philosophy for success. (25:50) Shares vs. dollars for compensation. (30:25) Fun Facts with Justin: Sea monsters and their whale connection. (34:19) The Challenger conspiracy. (38:57) Smart Business Ideas with Adam: Sleep pods. (42:08) Bionic reading. (45:30) Going down the rabbit hole of sumo wrestlers. (50:50) Ben & Jerry’s ice cream locks. (55:23) Shout out to @getmomstrong. (59:34) #ListenerLive question #1 - Is there anything I can do to reach satiety? (1:00:26) #ListenerLive question #2 - Are there any tips you could give me to either reserve energy for later exercises or increase overall energy?

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: Here is an easy way to control your appetite, and your energy, and to improve behaviors that lead to healthier eating. START your day off with a high protein, high fiber meal. (2:36) Justin is no longer the ‘cake’ master. (14:10) Nature vs. nurture in raising successful kids. (26:17) What else is there they can make EXTREME? (39:07) What does security mean in a modern/safe world? (41:07) Kids go through phases. (48:15) The best pre-workouts are NOT the ones that give you the most stimulants, but the ones that know how to balance calm compounds with stimulant compounds. (54:40) Shout out to Harry Mack. (58:08) #Quah question #1 - Is there any point trying to build muscle after 40? Or at this point should I be focusing more on maintenance, being leaner, and longevity? (1:01:00) #Quah question #2 - What is the

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with peptide researcher and author Jay Campbell. How he became the ultimate biohacker of his health. (1:53) The science of peptides. (7:21) What is a bioregulator? (11:42) Are there side effects from peptides? (14:17) The “ShamWow” peptide. (17:01) Growth hormone releasing peptides 101. (21:00) Why peptides need to be cycled. (24:38) Be a smart consumer. (34:45) MOTS-c, the amazing mitochondria stimulator. (38:00) What is the prime reason we lose hair? (40:38) Epitalon: The "Life Extension" Peptide. (49:03) The FDA does NOT want peptides to become mainstream. (51:35) Protect yourself with immune-boosting peptides. (53:03) Heal and rebuild your body with peptides. (57:14) Mainstream consciousness. (58:48) PSA for the listener curious about peptides. (1:07:30) The hierarchy of peptides. (1:09:05) Tesofensine: The ultimate brain stimulant. (1:12:00) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get yourself tested and transcend your health g

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here is one of the EASIEST ways to improve athletic performance, and cognitive ability, reduce inflammation and just feel better. Aim for one gallon of water EVERY single day! (2:27) Paranormal News with Justin: The Michigan Hell House. (14:21) Adam was duped. (22:58) Full exorcism. (26:06) How many ways can we try and play God? (29:08) The hierarchy of processed foods. (41:18) Will we see Adam back on the basketball court soon? (43:11) Shout out to Mindset Mental Coaching. (50:19) #ListenerLive question #1 - Why can’t I gain any muscle while eating so many calories with adequate protein? (51:52) #ListenerLive question #2 – Would switching up the tempo with each MAPS phase be too much or should I maintain the same tempo for a whole program? (1:08:58)  #ListenerLive question #3 –  Is it a good idea to stop a program for a while to rest a week and do something with less volume? I

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with trainer Braydon Barrett of Look Like You Lift. His background and how he got into the fitness space. (3:53) How he social media as a tool for educating. (5:30) You MUST coach in person if you want to be successful. (6:55) Why he is NOT a fan of the big box gym model. (9:36) Approaching everything in life with a scientific plan of attack. (11:17) Concept. Literature. Application. (13:24) Biggest misconceptions heard from his clients. (15:38) Using the foundation of powerlifting to his benefit. (20:40) Why strength is the MOST physical attribute that you can improve. (28:56) How strength contributes to mobility. (31:45) Debunking the myth that high-protein drives cancer. (35:19) His journey as an entrepreneur. (39:15) Biggest weakness and challenges in his business. (43:38) The new wave of ‘fitness influencers’ on TikTok. (50:45) The value of creating free content to grow your community. (56:03) The negativity of TikTok. (1:03:22)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: We give ourselves jet lag every Monday. How do you solve this? Go to bed at the same time EVERY DAY and watch your health improve! (2:16) Are the older comedians falling into the success trap? (12:58) Can fashion trick A.I? (23:59) The concept of the 15-minute city. (27:00) Your phone is ALWAYS listening. (28:26) The Mind Pump Amish plan. (33:54) Why are we making things easier for pedophiles? (35:01) Cognitive dissonance is sweeping our country. (39:53) Grass-fed meat makes a HUGE difference when it comes to fatty acid profiles. (45:02) Shout out to Codie Sanchez. (47:08) #ListenerLive question #1 - Any recommendations for strengthening grip strength for pull-ups and hanging leg raises? When doing pull-ups or hanging leg raise-type exercises my hands and shoulders always seem to burn out first. (48:59) #ListenerLive question #2 - I’m giving myself a year to completely transfo

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: STOP blaming everyone and everything for your challenges! Focus on what you can control and nothing else. (2:12) The guys express their frustration over fitness influencers’ pressure to post. (12:33) Cool facts on Bruce Lee. (25:17) A superfood that no one wants to eat. (33:15) The lady in the restaurant that almost died! (36:11) Max’s fun phase. (45:10) An amazing testimonial for Caldera Lab. (49:53) Vacancy open for the Mind Pump Utah Property. (52:45) Shout out to Dr. Gabrielle Lyon. (55:11) #Quah question #1 - What are your best tips for beginners? (56:11) #Quah question #2 - How do I safely find my 1 rep max? I have a home gym and get nervous and know I am not pushing as heavy as I can. (1:05:57) #Quah question #3 - Should weight be added or reduced for failure sets, or is it hard for 6-8 and stretc