Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover ten ways to achieve the "Goldilocks Zone" of building muscle and burning fat at the same time. Why is this so hard to master? (3:01) #1 – Lift weights. (10:02) #2 – Focus on big lifts. (11:04) #3 – Don’t do cardio. (12:54) #4 – Eat in a small deficit. (16:53) #5 - Interrupt with a caloric surplus. (19:21) #6 – Eat HIGH protein. (22:52) #7 – Carb cycle. (24:36) #8 – Prioritize sleep. (27:05) #9 - Supplements that can help (creatine, HMB, BCAA). (31:48) #10 - Test body fat weekly to gauge progress to move levers up and down. (34:41) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! January Promotion: NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS SPECIAL OFFERS! (New to Weightlifting Bundle, Body Transformation Bundle, and New Year Extreme Intensity Bundle) You get massive savings with each offer. Diet, exercise or diet with exercise: comparing the effectiveness of treatment options for weight-loss and changes in fitness for adults (

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Why there may be MORE value in getting bloodwork done when you feel great. (2:53) Kids, their brains, and setting limits as parents. (16:55) The great decline in adolescent risky behaviors. (30:50) Paleo Valley’s beef sticks are an excellent source of protein. (39:29) The challenge with NASA’s new asteroid-hunting telescope. (41:28) The viral chairbender. (45:14) The recession is inevitable. (47:30) Good/bad marketing for Tesla? (51:35) Tennessee’s great new law. (52:53) LMNT’s value for breastfeeding moms. (54:54) Shout out to HumanProgress.org! (57:01) #ListenerLive question #1 – Why did I see massive strength gains during a cut? (58:39) #ListenerLive question #2 – If I only have 45 minutes in the morning to work out, is it more beneficial to wake up earlier to prime before my full-body workout or prioritize sleep? (1:07:17) #ListenerLive question #3 – In MAPS Anabolic Phase 3, should I focus on d

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover six types of fitness influencers that will waste your time. Is the space getting better or worse? (3:07) The 6 Types of Fitness Influencers You Should Unfollow.  #1 - Fake authentic. (9:49) #2 – Sells their body. (13:26) #3 – My way is the only way. (17:49) #4 - Hype, beast mode, motivation. (23:50) #5 – Zealots. (30:11) #6 - Algorithm chasers. (32:19) Related Links/Products Mentioned For Mind Pump Listeners, visit Integrative Health Practitioner Giveaway for your chance to win a scholarship! January Promotion: NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS SPECIAL OFFERS! (New to Weightlifting Bundle, Body Transformation Bundle, and New Year Extreme Intensity Bundle) You get massive savings with each offer. Overtraining Is KILLING Your Gains! (How Much Is Too Much?) | Mind Pump TV Arsenic, Lead Found in Popular Protein Supplements Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Liver King (@liverking) Instagram Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you want better chances at success, address the BEHAVIORS that lead to the results. (1:59) You can’t become a better parent without becoming a better person. (8:59) Teaching children to have a good relationship with food. (16:37) What’s going on with the recent egg shortage? (22:53) Sal’s cognitive protocol with MP Hormones. (28:13) Justin’s Icelandic massage. (30:45) Justin’s Scottish/Icelandic Adventure. (33:00) Another study reiterates the Mind Pump message on resistance training. (45:23) Utilize those free Mind Pump resources! (51:21) Following up on a recent Listener Live caller. (53:02) Butcher Box is giving away the house! (54:05) Shout out to Dr. Cabral! (57:43) #ListenerLive question #1 - Your thoughts on how I can mold MAPS Programs into training for a 125-mile hike over a 10-day time frame? (58:42) #ListenerLive question #2 - Could my hip pain be caused by the depth of my barbell squat

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: Obesity is NOT a disease! It’s a result of choices and your lifestyle. (3:00) The alarming potential direction of A.I. (10:25) Twitter is cool. (22:58) Equinox’s New Year’s marketing ploy. (26:43) NCI’s coach's toolkit. (31:04) Dana White’s slap heard around the world. (33:43) Another study shows the recovery benefits of red-light therapy. (45:32) Andrew Tate is back in the news. (48:28) Shout out to the @goodnews_movement! (55:45) #Quah question #1 - What are your thoughts on the carnivore diet? (57:36) #Quah question #2 - What are some of your best cues to get someone to retract their shoulder blades using the correct muscle pattern so their shoulders aren’t rolled forward? (1:06:26) #Quah question #3 - What are your thoughts on deload weeks? (1:10:30) #Quah question #4 - Is it effective to do your compound lifts at the end o

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin why lifting weights is the number one activity to focus on in 2023. Why strength training is the superior form of exercise. (1:49) Why do people struggle with consistency? (4:45) Be realistic about how often you can consistently exercise for the rest of your life. (8:37) The problems with goal setting. (10:40) The most important factor to consider is how your workout tells your body to adapt. (16:42)   The Main Adaptations of Lifting.   #1- Lift weights and burn more calories. (23:20) #2 - Build a better hormone profile. (27:03) #3 - Get your caloric maintenance up by strength training. (28:45) #4 – Best for the modern lifestyle. (30:27) #5 - Requires less time in the gym. (32:54) #6 - Easier to maintain. (35:27) #7 - Brain and heart protection. (37:34) #8 - Muscle memory. (38:48) The best exercises, rep ranges, and intensity levels. (42:08) Where to start for each fitness level. (48:28) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: MAPS Anabolic 50% off!

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Are you trying to get your biceps to respond? Try these two often-neglected exercises! (2:54) The potential dangers of A.I. (6:12) How cannabinoids can regulate inflammation. (28:24) What the Colorado Experiment highlights. (31:27) How both sides are playing the game. (37:13) Is Elon an alien? (41:07) Dihexa, the limitless peptide. (43:30) Obesity’s connection to hair loss. (46:20) NFTs? (48:12) An interesting theory about Michael Jackson. (50:23) The green juice is clutch while traveling. (53:46) Shout out to @RAWFORUM_FUNCTIONAL_FIT. (54:51) #ListenerLive question #1 - Will I still build muscle coming from a 5/6 day split to a program like MAPS Anabolic? (56:16) #ListenerLive question #2 - What is your advice on how to schedule and program my workouts when parts of my body lag so far behind others? (1:01:16) #ListenerLive question #3 - Any advice on how to gain weight and mass this winter? (1:12:0

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover six health-based goals that anyone will benefit from and can achieve in 2023 6 New Year's Resolutions You Can Accomplish in 2023. (1:53) #1 - Mental health. (One day a week fast from social media.) (7:05) #2 - Spiritual health. (5 minutes a day pray, meditate, breath work, or practice gratitude.) (13:23) #3 - Relationship health. (Once a week intentionally connect with someone.) (19:55) #4 - Physical health. (Walk 5 mins after breakfast, lunch, and dinner.) (25:19) #5 - Financial health. (Set a percentage of every paycheck and save it.) (30:29) #6 - Intellectual health. (Read a paper book for 5 minutes before bed every night.) (36:12) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Felix Gray for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! January Promotion: NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS SPECIAL OFFERS! (New to Weightlifting Bundle, Body Transformation Bundle, and New Year Extreme Intensity Bundle) You get massive savings with each offer. Mind Pump #1792: The Secrets Of Happy

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you drink alcohol, you can mitigate the effects by following these steps. (1:52) The guy’s plans and goals for the New Year. (7:18) You have the power to change what you consume! (16:58) If you are easily offended, you are easily manipulated. (18:58) The dangers of mob mentality via social media. (20:45) Why are people so naïve? (26:46) What is the allure of OnlyFans? (31:29) The loneliness epidemic. (38:19) Continued excellent reviews for Peak Power! (45:16) Funny ads from the past. (46:03) We messed up our kids. (48:05) Shout out to Rob Dyrdek. (54:36) #ListenerLive question #1 - If you were starting out running the RGB bundle, how would you periodize mini bulks and mini cuts to achieve your desired body composition? (57:29) #ListenerLive question #2 - How would I program my workouts in-season, so that I can be in great shape during the off-season? (1:10:00) #ListenerLive question #3 - Can I st

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions from the Sunday @mindpumpmedia Quah post. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The two MOST important things to focus on when you make goals are HOW you make those goals and WHY you make those goals. (2:29) Get your Journeyman shirt today! (12:57) Gymnastics, for kids, is the best! (14:21) Kreatures of Habit’s special Mind Pump hook-up! (23:25) The Andrews’ Scotland/Iceland trip. (24:30) The most difficult languages to learn. (31:41) Nature does NOT care. (38:41) Dad rules. (42:20) This is a clear example of a lazy employee. (43:31) #Quah question #1 - Is there a specific benefit to good mornings vs Romanian Deadlifts? (52:22) #Quah question #2 - I used to get pretty sore the day after a workout, but now I hardly feel anything. I am practicing progressive overload and I think my strength is going up. Am I not pushing myself enough? (56:37) #Quah question #3 - Is unilateral training for a period of time an ideal way to fix any aches tha

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Jen Cohen on how to win at the game of life. Authenticity is rare. (1:54) Using the chip on her shoulder as a superpower. (9:15) The challenges of being bold. (13:58) Don’t discount yourself without trying. (20:22) Humility is very underrated. (23:12) Play the hand you are given and make it the BEST possible. (33:00) Turning her failure into a lifelong win. (38:07) The importance of being resourceful. (41:43) Fitness is a microcosm of life. (44:52) Don’t be disingenuous. (50:43) One for all, all for one. (58:20) Money doesn’t equal success. (1:04:45) Life is NOT balanced. (1:09:28) The devil is in the details when you are raising kids. (1:11:37) How kids mirror what you don’t like about yourself. (1:20:34) Sometimes you need to give a little space. (1:24:00) A mental trick in patience. (1:25:30) The art of biting your tongue. (1:27:05) You don’t know until you don’t know. (1:32:30) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit NutriSense for the exclusive offer fo

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Treat your workouts like a sport! (2:30) How to do group training with integrity. (14:34) What strength training has that NO other form of exercise has. (16:37) When your grandfather kicks your a**. (18:21) What will Chat GPT disrupt first? (28:19) Is Elon a hypocrite? (36:20) SleepMe PROFOUNDLY affects your sleep. (43:55) Another reminder of why you should never fight. (46:26) Why frequent use of digital devices to calm your child may backfire. (48:15) Buy Vuori with your Christmas returns. (56:20) Shout out to @Uncle_lazer! (58:01) #ListenerLive question #1 – Any advice on re-comping your body from a large muscular build to a leaner build? (59:33) #ListenerLive question #2 - What are the best places to eat when you are traveling and want to maintain a lean/healthy physique? (1:09:20) #ListenerLive question #3 – Is going from a five-day-a-week workout program to a three-day-a-week hurting my metabo

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Mae Steigler, CEO of Organifi. Mae’s unforgettable Sal moment. (1:15) From employee 1 to CEO. (3:34) The 24-Hour Fitness connection. (6:05) Her shift from animal to human health. (7:45) Her unconventional rise to the CEO seat. (10:39) The importance of building the foundation first. (12:51) How did they source and create their first formulation? (16:13) The biggest challenges of scaling a supplement company. (19:09) The heartbeat of their company. (20:40) Where does the bulk of their revenue stream come from? (25:34) Any surprising markets they have found themselves in? (31:09) The moment they knew Mind Pump was a special partner. (33:46) The value in meshing customer service and sales. (35:53) Organifi’s criteria of who they work with. (41:02) The evolution of the supplement space and what makes her excited about the future. (44:40) Why their quality standards come first and foremost. (46:56) The good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to margins in the su

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Want an easy way to reduce your appetite, improve your stable energy, and balance your insulin levels throughout the day? Eat a high-protein breakfast with some fat! (2:21) When you make a career out of making fun of people. (10:50) Why do you breathe like that? (18:44) Understanding and navigating gender roles. (21:42) Adam is a BIG Crocs guy. (33:33) Black holes are scary. (38:10) The fear of having limitless energy. (39:50) What will Chat GPT disrupt first?! (43:55) Seed is the BEST probiotic on the market! (50:50) The universe is weird. (51:50) We are soft. (53:14) Mind Pump’s 12 Days of Christmas! (1:00:10) Book your Mind Pump Park City trip today! (1:00:38) Shout out to Chris Williamson! (1:02:20) #ListenerLive question #1 - Can machines outperform the big three compound lifts? (1:03:45) #ListenerLive question #2 - Should you train in different rep ranges during a cut and bulk? (1:26:03) #List

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 listen to your body! Instead, understand how to listen to your body’s signals. (2:32) The value in buying time vs. doing things yourself. (13:15) Navigating the bell curve of the negative effects of kids watching television. (19:50) How to mitigate the negatives of caffeine and maximize the positives. (32:33) Maybe it’s time to put the controller down. (34:33) The things that annoy Mind Pump. (43:27) Caldera glistens. (49:10) Trigger sessions are anabolic. (50:52) MAPS saves lives! (55:16) Shout out to Nature is Metal! (56:28) #Quah question #1 - If we don’t have access to dip bars, what would you suggest as an alternative to dips? I have heard bad things about bench dips but don’t know if they are true. (58:00) #Quah question #2 - How do you structure a PR day? Sets, Reps, etc. (1:01:43)  #Quah question #3 - What MAPS Pr

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover everything you know to build your back. What you will learn in this episode. (1:40) The importance and value of having a strong/healthy back. (2:49) The muscles of the back and favorite exercises for each.  Lats. (11:28) Trapezius. (18:22) Rhomboids. (23:35) Erector Spinae. (26:31) Exercise types.  Pulldowns or rows. (28:42) Deadlift. (30:04) Pullover or straight arm pulldowns. (36:24) Rep ranges. (38:48) Tempo and technique. (40:34) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! December Promotion: At-Home Holiday Bundle (MAPS Anywhere, MAPS Suspension, MAPS PRIME, and The No BS 6-Pack Formula all for the low price of $99.99!) Do You Have Back Or Shoulder Pain? YOU NEED TO TRY THIS! | Mind Pump Mind Pump #1490: How To Improve Your Posture How To Actually Target Your Lats With The Lat Pulldown! How To Do A Perfect Pull-Up (AVOID MISTAKES!) How To Isolate The Upper Trap and Rhomboids with The Dumbbe

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: One of the most underrated factors when it comes to workout programming is rest periods! (2:59) Silly movie titles. (10:19) It works until it doesn’t work. (14:15) What the guys watch vs. their wives. (17:00) Elon Musk, love him or hate him. (21:36) The social media cesspool. (26:28) “Real” vegans. (34:25) Health is NOT about being rigid with everything. (35:55) Justin is ALWAYS the life of the party. (41:26) Mind Pump’s predictions for Chat GPT. (45:58) The importance and value of having a high-protein breakfast. (52:27) #ListenerLive question #1 - Is there any value in getting a deep tissue massage, or some other form of therapeutic massage before jumping into my next MAPS program? (54:31) #ListenerLive question #2 - I feel like I can be making faster progress in the gym. What programming and tips would you recommend? (1:02:00) #ListenerLive question #3 - What are some ways to break through a squa

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin get personal with Max Lugavere. Max’s Oprah moment. (1:57) His experience on the Tucker Carlson Show. (7:46) The Liver King is a charlatan. (14:04) The real ones are rare. (20:45) His single biggest insecurity. (23:58) Growing up being a curious kid. (30:25) Working through being introverted. (38:03) Always striving to be better. (43:50) His popularity with the opposite sex. (47:25) Working for it rather than being given. (49:50) Relationships and dealing with trauma. (54:23) The joy of being an uncle. (1:05:20) Why music is important. (1:06:48) His relationship with money. (1:09:35) Sodium intake and migraines. (1:11:08) Seed oils affect your cognitive health. (1:12:36) His exit plan to get out of the public light. (1:22:57) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit SleepMe for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! December Promotion: At-Home Holiday Bundle (MAPS Anywhere, MAPS Suspension, MAPS PRIME, and The No BS 6-Pack Formula all for the low price of $99.99!)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here is a great workout for gains and the pump! Use half the weight/half the intensity you normally use but double the volume of your workout. (2:04) Mind Pump’s bodybuilding playlist. (6:30) The guy’s new obsession with the cold plunge. (12:33) Dad life updates: Max’s speech progress, another Di Stefano with big calves, and getting attention from the opposite sex. (20:32) The reviews are in, Peak Power from Organifi is a hit! (27:00) Do we all have a materialism set point? (28:10) Why you must add wearing blue-light-blocking glasses to your sleep routine. (46:53) Shout out to @barbellfilms! (49:55) #ListenerLive question #1 - Any tips on how to do heavy cardio, bulk, and build size at the same time? (52:25) #ListenerLive question #2 - Do you gain muscle mass faster on a dirty bulk versus a clean bulk? (59:39) #ListenerLive question #3 - Any advice on meal timing for morning workouts? (1:15:33) #Lis

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: Lift weights to increase your sex drive. (2:32) The importance of caffeine timing. (10:12) Making the mindset shift with it comes to diet/nutrition. (15:44) Busting the myths surrounding what high protein is. (17:57) The ultimate NCI x Mind Pump Giveaway to Coaching Con 2023! (25:40) The politicization of the Brittany Griner incident. (26:42) You should get paid what you EARN. (31:24) Shout out to The Rabbit Hole. (34:51) Is everything fake? (37:23) Weird News with Sal: De Beers miners and a surgeon who left his mark on his patients. (40:29) Is taking birth control halting your gains? (42:48) Would you like to know if you were prone to genetic predispositions to diseases or cancers? (47:23) How LMNT contributes to greater milk production. (57:02) Combat juggling is a thing! (59:38) #Quah question #1 - How would your training ch