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
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1737: The Top 7 Reasons Your Diet Is Failing With Jason Phillips
27/01/2022 Duration: 01h31sIn this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with nutrition expert Jason Phillips as to why diets fail. The Top 7 Reasons Your Diet Is Failing. (2:53) #1 – Scheduling your off days on the weekend. (3:25) #2 – Underestimating your total caloric intake. (12:12) #3 – Diet culture is leading you to failure. (19:01) #4 – Not eating adequate protein. (26:31) #5 – Relying on nutrition labels. (30:36) #6 – Ignoring the behavior piece. (32:10) #7 – Not counting the calories you drink. (41:29) Why some is good, but more is NOT better. (44:38) We were not put on this earth to be 6% body fat all year long. (50:56) The value of working with a coach or trainer, and how NCI coaches stand out above the rest. (53:42) Find an NCI coach near you! (58:33) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: Get 50% Off Your Nutritional Coaching Institute Enrollment! Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “MINDPUMP” at checkout for 15% off your first month’s supply of Seed’s DS-01 Daily Synbioti
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1736: The Right Lifting Volume to Build the Most Muscle, Hitting PRs at a Lower Body Fat, the Problem With Crossfit & More
26/01/2022 Duration: 01h40minIn this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The best way to improve functional flexibility is to lift weights. (4:45) How your training frequency will influence your recovery. (16:12) Dad life updates with the guys: Like father, like son. (24:08) John Cena is a beast! (36:18) Study: Cannabis compounds can prevent coronavirus from entering human cells. (38:48) What would Mind Pump sell if they had no integrity? (46:20) Why NO gas station meat sticks compare to Paleo Valley’s. (50:04) The most expensive TV series ever made may surprise you. (53:00) #ListenerLive question #1 – Is it realistic to get leaner and hit PRs at the same time? (57:47) #ListenerLive question #2 – What is the right amount of lifting volume to build the most amount of muscle? (1:06:21) #ListenerLive question #3 – What are the problems with CrossFit and what program would you recommend to gain endurance? (1:19:27) #ListenerLive question #4 – How can you train for endurance
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1735: Worst Fitness Myths That Keep People Out of Gyms
24/01/2022 Duration: 39minIn this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin cover five myths that keep people from going to the gym. How myths have a tendency to spread and grow, and people believe them to be true. (2:30) What motivated Mind Pump to communicate this message. (3:57) The Five Worst Fitness Myths That Keep People Out of Gyms. #1 – That people are mean and critical of overweight members. (9:39) #2 – The fittest people are the most judgmental. (16:40) #3 – That fit-looking people have it all figured out. (21:51) #4 – It costs a lot of money to have access to a gym. (27:40) #5 – The biggest, strongest people in the gym are mean. (32:44) Related Links/Products Mentioned January Promotion (#1): NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS SPECIAL BUNDLE OFFERS January Promotion (#2): MAPS Anabolic 50% off **Code “JANUARY50” at checkout** Luna Physical Therapy What the Future of Fitness Really Looks Like Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources
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1734: How to Tell If Your Workout Is Working, Adding 10-15 Pounds of Muscle in a Year, Ways to Get Your Child to Exercise & More
22/01/2022 Duration: 01h53minIn this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: For long-term fat loss success, walking is better than running. (4:03) The various temperaments of children. How much is nature versus nurture? (15:22) How the universe may be pixelated. (25:05) Would you buy a house in the metaverse? (28:48) Are women not as competitive as men? (35:28) The remarkable results from using Joovv. (43:26) How people can take something out of context to attack you. (48:45) The downstream effects of these mandates. (56:13) Volcanos are scary! (57:40) How Sal is using Organifi’s protein power on his latest bulk. (59:38) #ListenerLive question #1 – What would be a checklist to optimize muscle growth over 1 to 2 years, to put on 10-15 pounds of muscle? (1:06:49) #ListenerLive question #2 – How can I train to specifically fix an imbalance in my lower body from a previous injury? (1:24:03) #ListenerLive question #3 – What are some ways to get your child to exercise? (1:33:11)
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1733: The Most Underrated Piece of Gym Equipment, High Reps Vs. Low Reps for Building Muscle & Strength, the Pros & Cons of Wearing Lifting Gloves & More
21/01/2022 Duration: 01h16minIn this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether calories should be the same for training and non-training days, the pros and cons of wearing gloves when lifting, whether lifting low weight and high reps is as effective as high weight and low reps, and if mirrors an underrated piece of gym equipment. Mind Pump Fit Tip: How skipping leg days may actually affect the gains in the rest of your body. (4:08) How Adam has become a meme for a dad. (12:49) Why masks don’t work. (17:50) The case against masks for children. (20:31) Joe Rogan and data manipulation. (24:39) The state of brick-and-mortar businesses and predicting what its future looks like. (29:37) Why is real estate exploding?! (33:04) Was Logan Paul scammed on the purchase of fake Pokémon cards? (44:00) The Mind Pump snowmobiling Utah experience. (45:18) The vision for Mind Pump Rentals. (48:20) Caldera is saving the guy’s faces after their trip to the snow. (52:26) #Quah question #1 – If I’m in a calo
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1732: How to Workout Every Day for 30 Days (Free Workout!)
20/01/2022 Duration: 45minIn this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover five keys to designing a daily workout for 30 days & have also included a free workout at maps30day.com! Mind Pump, giving back to their audience. (3:14) The value of proper programming to get you started the RIGHT way. (5:43) The importance of mobility and mapping it out for the general public. (6:52) The design and features of this program. (8:16) #1 – A focus on compound lifts and mobility. (11:28) #2 - Scaling up to create a positive feedback loop. (14:48) #3 - Tracking your movement with step goals. (18:29) An example of what the first week will look like. (24:11) Why exercise order matters. (27:10) What you can expect by following this 30 day workout. (29:16) #1 – Get stronger. (29:26) #2 – Increase in metabolism. (31:22) #3 – Less pain and stiffness. (33:38) #4 – Build more energy and stamina. (34:49) #5 – The beginnings of a snowball effect, when it comes to fat loss. (37:50) Related Links/Products Mentioned MAPS 30 Day Free Workout Luna Physical The
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1731: The Value of Digestive Enzymes for Protein Assimilation, Ways to Develop More Power, the Dangers of High LDL Cholesterol & More
19/01/2022 Duration: 01h36minIn this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: How the current body acceptance movement is harming people’s health. (4:25) Our idea of success is flawed. (17:08) The staggering weight gained, by demographic, during the pandemic. (20:53) A parent hack brought to you by Table Topics. (26:33) Butcher Box, putting that meat in your box. (33:17) The crisis of cars. (36:01) Turo, the Airbnb of cars. (41:23) The guy’s favorite Vuori pants. (47:47) Yet another study how exercise benefits the brain. (49:04) #ListenerLive question #1 – Do you know anyone who has intertwined the medical and fitness industries? (52:38) #ListenerLive question #2 – What is the value of digestive enzymes, and can I become reliant on them? (1:02:44) #ListenerLive question #3 – Should I be concerned about high LDL cholesterol levels when in the context of things, I am overall healthy? (1:12:07) #ListenerLive question #4 – What are some ways to develop fast strength and power? (1
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1730: The Eight Most Overrated Exercises
17/01/2022 Duration: 43minIn this episode Sal, Adam & Justin reveal eight exercises that should not be your first choice when higher value exercises are available. How every exercise has its value if applied PROPERLY. (2:17) The Eight Most Overrated Exercises. #1 – Burpees. (4:38) #2 – Hip abduction/adduction machine. (7:48) #3 – Planks. (11:51) #4 – Leg extension. (15:21) #5 – Peck deck. (20:31) #6 – Combo exercises. (22:33) #7 – Donkey kickbacks. (29:20) #8 – Tricep kickbacks. (32:36) Honorable mentions. (34:43) Related Links/Products Mentioned January Promotion (#1): NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS SPECIAL BUNDLE OFFERS January Promotion (#2): MAPS Anabolic 50% off **Code “JANUARY50” at checkout** Visit Chili Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Mind Pump #1315: The 8 Best Exercises You Are Not Doing Activate Your Glutes with Tube Walking – Mind Pump TV How to do a PROPER Plank – Mind Pump TV Sissy Squat - The forgotten quad building exercise of the pros – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Res
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1729: Tips for Building Muscle Over 50, Ways to Address Joint Pain, How to Train for a Strongman Competition & More (Listener Live Coaching)
15/01/2022 Duration: 01h43minIn this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Obesity is a choice. (3:57) How Adam may be the best stock predictor of all-time and the state of the gym industry. (25:19) How exercise has profound effects on mental health. (32:01) Drinking and Zbiotics. (33:26) The benefits of starting with a new training stimulus. (35:57) The first genetically modified pig heart has been successfully transplanted into a patient. (39:42) NCI, making it easier to become a successful online coach. (46:53) #ListenerLive question #1 – How can I maintain my strength gains while building endurance and stamina for an upcoming obstacle course race? (57:43) #ListenerLive question #2 – What are some ways to address joint pain while running MAPS Performance? (1:11:25) #ListenerLive question #3 – How would you recommend programming for a strong man event? (1:22:50) #ListenerLive question #4 – Is it a realistic goal to build 2-5 lbs. of muscle, being over 50 years old? (1:28
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1728: How Age Affects Your Ability to Build Muscle, The Best Workout Shoes, the Truth About Fitness Trackers & More
14/01/2022 Duration: 01h24minIn this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about only feeling back squats in the quads, how much age influences the ability to make muscle and strength gains, the value of fitness trackers like Whoop and Apple Watch, and the best workout shoes. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Contrary to popular belief, the best thing you can do for your immunity is to be fit, healthy, and lean. (3:59) Justin’s horse immunity. (9:26) How the CDC is now suddenly changing its tune. (11:33) Are gyms poised to see a surge? (15:33) Why is Nike coming after Lululemon? (18:44) When will the NFT bubble burst? (24:40) What will the future of the housing market look like? (31:10) How ashwagandha consistently raises testosterone in men with low testosterone. (33:12) How it’s harder to gain body fat with protein than carbs or fats. (40:20) The Shadow Banned Club. (42:18) A conspiracy theory surrounding parallel universes. (49:37) What Mind Pump is watching on TV. (53:49) #Quah question #1 – I only feel bac
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1727: Ten Traits of Successful Lifters
13/01/2022 Duration: 46minIn this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover ten common traits shared by successful lifters. Ten Traits of Successful Lifters. (2:36) #1 – Prioritize technique and form. (3:33) #2 – Practice foundational lifts and PRACTICE them often. (7:14) #3 – Know how to apply and manipulate intensity. (11:08) #4 – Aim to optimize efficiency. (16:01) #5 – Love the journey. (20:47) #6 – They are disciplined, NOT motivated. (24:32) #7 – Don't take unnecessary risks. (29:28) #8 – If something hurts, they do NOT avoid it. They FIX it. (34:00) #9 – Look at food in terms of performance. (38:38) #10 – Don’t fall into the comparison trap. (41:26) Related Links/Products Mentioned January Promotion (#1): NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS SPECIAL BUNDLE OFFERS January Promotion (#2): MAPS Anabolic 50% off **Code “JANUARY50” at checkout** Visit Paleo Valley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “Mindpump15” at checkout for 15% discount** Stop Working Out And Start Practicing – Mind Pump Blog The Most Overlooked Muscl
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1726: The Best Way to Grow the Hamstrings, Starting Strength Review, How to Increase Grip Strength & More
12/01/2022 Duration: 01h23minIn this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about Mark Rippetoe and the Starting Strength Method, the best way to grow the hamstrings, how to increase grip strength to deadlift more, and how to include running in your regimen. Mind Pump Fit Tip: How lifting to failure is probably killing your gains. (4:24) Can men have multiple orgasms? (16:23) How Justin’s house may be haunted. (26:13) The Creature from Jekyll Island, a peek behind the curtain of the Federal Reserve. (34:03) The benefits of magnesium L-threonate and how Ned’s Mellow utilizes it. (36:06) How Felix Gray keeps winning awards! (42:24) Watching TV/movies with the wives. (44:36) #Quah question #1 – What are your thoughts on Mark Rippetoe and the Starting Strength Method? (57:37) #Quah question #2 – What's the best way to grow the hamstrings? (1:05:30) #Quah question #3 - How do I increase grip strength to deadlift more? (1:10:35) #Quah question #4 – If you’re going to include running in your regimen, is
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1725: Focus on These 6 Things to Crush Your 2022 Fitness & Health Goals
10/01/2022 Duration: 42minIn this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover 6 foundational steps to reaching your fitness & health goals in 2022. The biggest mistakes people make going into their New Year’s fitness & health goals. (2:11) Focus on These 6 Things to Crush Your 2022 Fitness & Health Goals. (5:02) #1 – Mainly eat whole-natural foods. (7:03) #2 – Focus on hitting your protein intake. (13:40) #3 – Drink a half-gallon to a gallon of water a day. (18:17) #4 – Lift weights, for your whole body, 2-3 days a week. (23:05) #5 – Walk 10 minutes after breakfast, lunch, and dinner. (26:52) #6 – Have a sleep routine. (33:38) Related Links/Products Mentioned January Promotion (#1): NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS SPECIAL BUNDLE OFFERS January Promotion (#2): MAPS Anabolic 50% off **Code “JANUARY50” at checkout** Visit Drink LMNT for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! NIH study finds heavily processed foods cause overeating and weight gain Mind Pump #1527: The 3 Step Solution To The Obesity Epidemic Mind Pump #1557: How Foo
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1724: How to Stop Big Bodyweight Swings, the Perfect Number of Exercises to Maximize Your Gains, How to Workout When You Are Short on Time & More
08/01/2022 Duration: 01h44minIn this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: How workout partners might be killing your gains. (4:01) Some new information regarding “fart girl.” (14:07) The ultimate flex with your Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT. (19:25) The guys share their experiences with the Oculus. (21:13) How tech companies have now entered the electric car market. (31:24) The guys make some clarifications on previous statements made in past episodes. (34:38) Joe Rogan’s power in media. (41:41) How weight loss can help you with COVID. (44:44) Mind Pump Kitchen, brought to you by Butcher Box. (45:16) What Mind Pump is watching on TV. (46:21) Crazy News with Sal: Why a Chinese couple could not conceive. (54:06) #ListenerLive question #1 – How do I know if I am hydrated properly during a workout? (57:46) #ListenerLive question #2 – How do I maximize my results when I’m short on time? (1:04:50) #ListenerLive question #3 – What is the ideal number of exercises to maximize your gai
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1723: The Best Time to Take Creatine, Ways to Build the Calves Even With Poor Genetics, the Future of Mind Pump & More
07/01/2022 Duration: 01h25minIn this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether it is possible to build the calves with poor genetics, if creatine should be taken pre or post workout, tips for introverted personal trainers, and where they see Mind Pump in 20 years. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Sleep in a cool bed and burn more body fat. (3:27) The new fitness narrative heading into 2022. (15:16) Did you know there is plastic surgery for dogs?! (21:01) Will myostatin make anabolic steroids look like Flintstone vitamins? (23:42) Which industries will dominate in 2022? (27:37) Who is the king of streaming, will the Metaverse/NFTs hype continue, and what bubbles will burst this year? (33:11) How Public Goods is a new model for success. (50:19) #Quah question #1 - Is it possible to build the calves or is it poor genetics? (56:36) #Quah question #2 – Should creatine be taken pre or post-workout? (1:03:47) #Quah question #3 – What tips do you have for introverted personal trainers? (1:09:11) #Quah questi
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1722: Predicting 2022 Fitness Trends: Will In-Person HIIT Training Continue to Be as Popular?
06/01/2022 Duration: 42minIn this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss the pros & cons of the perennially popular High Intensity Interval Training. Why HIIT training is so trendy. (1:58) How HIIT training is the resistance training form of cardio. (6:24) The challenges with steady-state cardio. (12:12) The biggest selling points for HIIT training. (14:15) The biggest problems with HIIT training. (17:34) Why HIIT training may NOT be a trend. (25:23) The extreme importance of form and stability. (31:50) Taking your level of fitness training into consideration with proper programming. (34:40) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: MAPS HIIT 50% off! *Code "HIIT2022" at checkout* Visit ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Mind Pump #1205: Do The Risks Of HIIT Training Outweigh The Benefits? Mind Pump #1307: How To Make Your HIIT Workout More Effective Mind Pump #1697: HIIT Training Doesn’t Work (Unless You Follow These Steps) Is HIIT More Effective Than Heavy Weightlifting For Fat Loss? - Mind
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1721: How to Know If You Are Gaining Muscle Instead of Fat, Ways to Improve Vascularity, Deep Squats Vs. 90 Degree Squats & More
05/01/2022 Duration: 01h24minIn this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether it is always best to do ass to grass squats or mix it up, social media tips for personal trainers wanting to demonstrate their process, ways to make your veins pop, and good metrics to know if your gaining muscle and not excessive fat. Mind Pump Fit Tip: STOP trying to burn more calories to lose weight; it’s a losing strategy. (4:32) McDonald’s new weight loss idea. (8:10) What is Tesla not doing?! (11:11) Is sneezing a male privilege? (17:02) The guys recap their holiday break and Adam’s problem with running out of gas. (21:49) Glutathione, the master antioxidant. (33:40) If there are hoof prints in the sand, think horse not zebra. (43:08) Organifi’s Pure is getting rave reviews from the guy's friends and family! (49:45) Why Sal’s metabolism has been roaring as of late. (51:10) #Quah question #1 - Is it best to do ass to grass squats or mix it up? (57:29) #Quah question #2 – What are some social media tips f
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1720: The 8 Worst People to Take Diet Advice From
03/01/2022 Duration: 45minIn this episode Sal, Adam & Justin talk about eight kinds of people you probably should NOT take diet advice from. The 8 Worst People to Take Advice From. (2:22) #1 – Doctors. (3:20) #2 – The Government. (8:07) #3 – Science zealots. (14:08) #4 – Diet pushers. (20:51) #5 – Fitness influencers. (25:54) #6 – Bodybuilders. (29:55) #7 – Friends. (34:29) #8 – The supplement companies. (38:52) The people you SHOULD be listening to. (43:45) Related Links/Products Mentioned January Promotion (#1): NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS SPECIAL BUNDLE OFFERS January Promotion (#2): MAPS Anabolic 50% off **Code “JANUARY50” at checkout** Visit Super Coffee for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “MINDPUMP” at checkout** Pizza As A Vegetable? It Depends On the Sauce Our nutrition labels are lying about how many calories foods have Using Vegetable Oils to Lower Cholesterol May Not Improve Longevity Mind Pump #1527: The 3 Step Solution To The Obesity Epidemic Mind Pump #1245: Why Meal Plans Suck Mind Pump
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1719: What to Do If You Are Doing the Right Things but Still Gaining Weight, Overcoming the Tendency to Overtrain, How to Train for an Obstacle Course Race With Limited Time & More (Listener Live Coaching)
01/01/2022 Duration: 01h31minIn this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: How TV is making you fat. (2:17) The wild world of Crypto/NFTs! (14:36) Why Elon Musk thinks the Metaverse sucks. (23:28) The guys on having the puberty talk with their children. (28:04) How drug smugglers have gotten very creative. (33:36) Psychic tales with Mind Pump. (36:18) Car-Jitsu, the weirdest new BJJ promotion. (43:02) #LiveListener question #1 – With my tendency to overtrain, what program would you recommend after completing MAPS Split? (48:04) #LiveListener question #2 – If I have limited time to train each day for a rucking event, how would you train for it? (59:49) #LiveListener question #3 – What can I do when I feel like I am doing the right things, but still gaining weight? (1:09:16) #LiveListener question #4 – How can I train for obstacle course race with limited time? (1:22:41) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Decem
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1718: How to Get More Arm Definition, Ways to Break Through a Deadlift Plateau, Tips for Avoiding Muscle Loss When in a Caloric Deficit & More
31/12/2021 Duration: 01h17minIn this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about how to get more definition in the arms, how to progress the deadlift when stuck at a weight, how quickly muscle is lost in a caloric deficit, and whether taking too many supplements or vitamins can have possible negative consequences in regards to liver and kidney health. In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin discuss the best bicep exercises, how to increase a deadlift plateau, weight loss in a caloric deficit, and the negative effects of too many supplements. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The best exercise for your biceps is NOT curls. (2:53) The value of isometrics to build muscle. (11:42) How Sal can get a little paranoid when smoking cannabis. (18:19) What Adam enjoys the most about marijuana. (21:17) Mind Pump is back on their ‘Organifi Pure’ podcasting game. (34:36) The connection between food dyes and hyperactivity in children. (38:30) How the guys use their ChiliPad’s during the winter months. (43:54) Humans are so c