Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

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

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover six steps to improving your strength in the big lifts. One of the single most effective things you can do to change the appearance of your body is to simply get stronger at the bench press, the squat, and the deadlift. (1:28) There are VERY few exercises that have such broad carry-over to other exercises than the Big 3. (5:21) The biggest limiting factor when it comes to developing a nice physique and body. (10:39) The importance of having your muscles work in sync. (12:41) Six Ways to Improve Your Squat, Bench, and Deadlift Strength. #1 - Practice each movement often. (19:40) #2 - Focus on the movement NOT on muscles. (23:42) #3 - Prime properly to summon max CNS power. (27:42) #4 - Don’t neglect mobility. Instability causes plateaus and injury. (37:45) #5 - Include hypertrophy work. (41:28) #6 - Follow good programming. (43:38) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: MAPS Powerlift 50% off! **Code POWER50 at checkout** For

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Compound lifts ALWAYS before isolation lifts, except when it’s hard for you to connect to a certain muscle. (2:21) The strength training trend is going mainstream. (8:16) Staying consistent with the Green Juice from Organifi. (12:40) Dad Trivia: What does the universal 60-year-old-man celebration look like at a sporting event? (15:06) Theft and self-checkout. (17:57) The genius of Mr. Rogers. (22:40) The benefits of Ned’s Mello. (34:05) Shout out to Jay Campbell. (35:43) #ListenerLive question #1 – Have any of you ever worked with a client that struggled with Night Eating Syndrome, and do you have any suggestions for lifestyle choices that could benefit me in the process of overcoming this eating disorder? (37:06) #ListenerLive question #2 – Can a prolonged deficit be working against my body and progress in the gym? (51:46) #ListenerLive question #3 – If you have no off-season o

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Jason Phillips about how to find success a fitness and nutrition coach. How will A.I. impact online coaching? (2:11) It’s about the journey and not the immediate outcomes. (7:13) Why coaches are just really helping you avoid your pitfalls.  (16:11) Desire vs. need. (17:41) Defining what “works.” (25:56) Why coaches must SELL the right ideas and the right methods better than they sell the bad ideas and bad methods. (28:35) Focusing on the root cause. (43:14) Taking ownership. (49:54) Creating small wins to build life-long success. (52:17) The two roles that every coach has. (58:19) People just want to be validated. (1:04:38) Everything is your fault. (1:12:34) The path for growth through health & fitness. (1:14:34) Becoming the vehicle of true-life change. (1:19:01) The value of being ‘likable’. (1:22:17) NCI’s Vegas Giveaway. (1:23:44) Related Links/Products Mentioned NCI Vegas Giveaway  Visit Seed for an exclusive off

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Want to get a better pump for your next workout? Have a nice BIG glass of water 30 minutes before your workout. (2:10) A brief history of why they re-branded Tab soda. (10:34) Dad Trivia: How well does the Jordan Brand do with Nike? (13:54) The worst college degrees. (15:14) HUGE news in the world of mental health treatment. (22:06) Join Adam and Sal at NCI’s Coaching Con in April! (29:52) Justin’s social experiment with his son. (30:54) Developing structure around tech and social media. (37:42) Will darkness retreats become a thing? (48:35) Why is there white powder in the sky? (50:32) That’s beyond gangster. (51:41) Where is organized crime most prevalent? (54:55) Some people’s genetics are on another level! (59:18) Shout out to Sal for being back on IG! (1:00:59) #ListenerLive question #1 – From your experience, have you heard of a correlation between cutting calories

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: If you’ve been working out for less than a year, FOCUS on getting stronger! (2:37) Peptides for fat loss are making waves. (9:57) Who’s going to pass up free tickets? (18:52) There is a hack for everything! (20:49) Sal’s week from hell. (25:45) California snow day. (29:05) The beauty of America’s National Parks. (33:54) Vuori is on fire! (37:14) COVID-19: A coordinated psyop attack on society. (38:14) Dad trivia: Where is the Serengeti located? (53:07) Joovv getting some love from Men’s Health magazine. (55:01) The “exercise replacement” peptide. (57:14) Shout out to Dr. William Seeds. (1:01:56) #Quah question #1 - What do you personally like to do to re-energize your training when you feel in a bit of a rut with your routine? (1:03:04) #Quah question #2 - Is it better to do heavy strength phases w

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin provide five steps you can take to bring back the drive to work out. People don’t have trouble starting workout plans but maintaining them! (1:58) Discipline over motivation. (7:30) The barriers that prevent consistency. (10:12) Five strategies to take if you’ve lost the motivation to work out. (14:26) #1 - Instead of working out for an hour a couple of days a week, do a little every day. (15:34) #2 – Work out at home. (24:13) #3 – Do things that feel good. (29:17) #4 - Change expectations/goals. (34:37) #5 - Follow, listen to, and watch related content. (38:45) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! March Promotion: “Time-crunch Bundle” (MAPS 15 Minutes, MAPS Anywhere, MAPS Prime + Eat for Performance eBook ALL for only $99.99!) Mind Pump #1925: How To Build A Great Physique In 15 Minutes A Day Mind Pump #1347: How To Modify Your Gym Workout For Home Mind Pump #1522: How To

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Protein quality doesn’t matter, wait ACTUALLY it does. Both are true, but what matters is HOW much you intake. (2:17) Mind Pump’s favorite candy bars. (12:14) Adam was RIGHT! (13:41) The government is making us sicker and fatter. (19:56) The Nostradamus effect. (27:16) Will cameras be banned from aquariums? (28:45) Adam’s fish fiasco. (32:31) Get your Omega 3’s with Butcher Box. (33:40) Get your pillow fighting on! (36:56) Is ChatGPT the next bubble to pop? (39:43) The richest man in history. (45:21) Fun Facts with Justin: The theory of the bearded Sphinx. (49:24) Everything is recycled. (52:16) Shout out to Layne Norton. (59:09) #ListenerLive question #1 - Which macros should I cut when going into a calorie deficit? (1:00:03) #ListenerLive question #2 – Should you bulk if you already have a high body-fat percentage? (1:06:57) #ListenerLive question #3 - Should I onl

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Dr. Cabral about inflammation, it's benefits and the detrimental effects of excess levels. What is inflammation? Why do people have it? (2:57) What causes people to get stuck in the ‘breakdown recovery trap’? (6:52) Proinflammatory foods and the common signs. (9:21) His call to action when it comes to arachidonic acids. (16:46) Natural supplements that can lower cholesterol. (22:59) Anti-inflammatory foods you can eat to reduce your inflammatory load. (26:51) Grain-fed vs grass-fed debate. (32:01) What kind of testing can we do to test our inflammation levels? (34:36) Revealing the guy’s inflammation scores and how to improve them. (38:11) Justin. (41:04) Doug. (48:02) Sal. (50:34) Adam. (52:38) Related Links/Products Mentioned For Mind Pump listeners only Equi.life is offering a FREE At-Home Inflammation Score Test Shipped Right to Your Door. (Customer pays shipping and handling and First-time test-buying customers only). Visit

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: There is NO such thing as exercises for men and exercises for women! (2:24) The top animated films and why they were profitable. (22:58) What actor turned down the biggest paycheck in history? (29:07) Rocky was wrong. (32:02) When to use Kreatures of Habit. (35:04) Elon Musk is the ultimate disruptor. (37:09) The average American debt. (46:17) Are you pessimistic or optimistic about A.I.? (51:45) Will work from the office ever fully return to 100%? (56:03) The theory behind participation trophies and the value of losing. (1:00:42) Red-light therapy for joint pain. (1:05:49) Shout out to Max Schmarzo. (1:07:48) #ListenerLive question #1 - What are your thoughts on testosterone replacement therapy for women? (1:09:20) #ListenerLive question #2 - What are your thoughts on cycle-syncing for MAPS Programs? (1:19:12) #ListenerLive question #3 - How do I continue to build muscl

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: Lifting to failure is TOO much intensity most of the time for most people. Unless you program it RIGHT! (2:20) The Di Stefano’s meltdowns in Monterey. (16:20) Teenagers aren’t impressed. (21:38) Andrew’s gymnastic Vegas vacation. (24:45) Tech is getting crazy with video games! (39:48) Is this generation losing the skill of socialization? (43:49) The hype over the chocolate bone broth protein from Paleo Valley is real! (50:40) Are kids these days too safe? (51:30) Organifi’s Green Juice is CLUTCH when traveling. (1:02:57) Shout out to Dr. Andy Galpin. (1:03:54) #Quah question #1 - How do I reverse out of excessive daily cardio? I lift 6 days a week and will continue to do so but fell into a heavy cardio trap. I want to decrease but I’m afraid my body will “blow up” if I don’t reverse correctly. Please help!