Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss five reasons why it makes to follow a (well written) workout program, even if you are advanced. The value of following an organized program for the advanced lifter. (2:07) Mind Pump reminisces on their first workout programs. (4:35) The 4 stages of learning and how it applies to workout programming. (8:38) The 5 Values of Following a (Well-Written) Workout Program. (12:05) #1 – Prevents overtraining. (12:46) #2 – Forces you to work the body parts you are neglecting. (19:13) #3 – Provides structure and a checklist. (24:05) #4 – Trains you to understand progressive overload through tracking. (25:57) #5 – Teaches you how to program for yourself. (31:41) Related Links/Products Mentioned March Specials: Get in Shape for Summer! MAPS HIIT, MAPS Spilt, and the Bikini Bundle all half off! – Promo code “SPRINGBREAK” at checkout St. Patrick’s Day Special: Mind Pump Store Visit ChiliPad for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Mind Pump #1142: Nine Signs You Are

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about how much creatine to consume, whether high cholesterol is still the demon it was once thought to be, whether you should weigh your meat raw or cooked, and movements that help older people build strength. Mind Pump on dirty song lyrics of their youth. (4:22) Burger King is a marketing genius. (12:09) Addressing the hip thrust versus back squat controversy from a previous episode. (16:54) Does the use of anabolic steroids cause long-term testosterone production damage? (20:42) Ned’s new product ‘Mello’ is blowing the guy's minds! (24:09) How success breeds more success. (29:00) Mind Pump’s theories on the recent non-fungible token (NFT) craze. (34:10) Did you know there is an approved surgery to make you taller?! (39:35) What will the long-term effects of masks be? (42:10) How the Public Goods membership service works. (48:41) #Quah question #1 - How much creatine should I consume and when? (51:00) #Quah question #2 –

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover four things that women need to focus on during their 40's and beyond to optimize their level of fitness. Why are women more receptive to seek out help? (2:50) The common misconceptions about women in their 40’s. (8:07) Four Things Women in Their 40’s Need to Know About Fitness. (13:48) #1 – Train your body to burn calories on its own through traditional resistance training. (18:55) #2 – Focus on mobility. (30:11) #3 – Mold your programming for your schedule. (36:08) #4 – Improve your relationship with food. (41:22) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Bundle: Fabulous 40's Bundle 1/2 off! - Promo code “FAB50” at checkout Visit Four Sigmatic for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout Why Resistance Training is a Great Form of Exercise for Women – Mind Pump Blog Osteopenia: When you have weak bones, but not osteoporosis The Importance of Exercise to Help Treat Osteopenia and Osteoporosis Cardio Sucks for Fat Loss – Mind

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions via Zoom. Sal’s ‘brutal’ morning routine. (3:33) Workouts and instability. (5:25) Microsoft files patent technology to create chatbots of dead people, fictional characters, and relatives. (15:43) When people overshare on social media. (25:55) New Flavor Alerts from Magic Spoon! (31:22) What do prisoners and CEOs have in common? (33:45) How NCI is disrupting the fitness space! (41:44) #Quah question #1 – How can I modify my workouts to get the benefits of full-body training while limiting the further size of my lower body? (43:54) #Quah question #2 – How can I effectively plan my own training programs? (49:14) #Quah question #3 – Are there benefits to splitting up your workout throughout the day? (1:00:35) #Quah question #4 – How do I properly train and prime for a canoeing expedition? (1:06:45) Related Links/Products Mentioned March Promotion: Get in Shape for Summer – Promo code: “SPRINGBREAK” at checkout Strengthe

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about how much protein you can eat per meal, whether or not a massage helps promote muscle growth, muscle building tips for teenagers, and @functionalpatterns stance that weight lifting in its traditional form does more harm than good. Addressing the CrossFit controversy on the Mind Pump Podcast YouTube page. (3:28) Hip thrusts versus barbell squats, which one builds bigger butt muscles? (16:48) How Adam used Organifi’s Red Juice to wean off caffeine for a week. (23:25) The copper scrolls of treasure. (31:25) Mind Pump speculates on the housing market bubble, exodus in California, and inflation rates. (38:06) Justin is not all fish sticks. (48:50) #Quah question #1 - How much of my daily protein intake can I eat per meal? (52:50) #Quah question #2 – I'm curious whether or not a massage helps promote muscle growth? Also, do massage guns actually work or are they a marketing gimmick? (1:00:08) #Quah question #3 – What are so

In this episode Sal speaks with bodybuilding journalist and steroid expert, John Romano about steroids. The interview is followed up by a discussion with Sal, Adam and Justin. How did he get into the supplement space? (2:35) When did athletes start experimenting with steroids? (4:50) The popularity in the United States. (7:27) What is the difference between testosterone and other anabolic steroids? (9:29) The pros/cons of androgenic and anabolic steroids. (11:25) What is the difference in feel? (13:31) Why he believes most steroid stacks should start with testosterone. (15:23) Why you must determine your goals and realistic expectations first. (18:25) The starter stack for a young male in his late 20s to increase performance. (20:00) How to determine your dose duration? (25:00) Once off a cycle, how does one get back to baseline? (26:44) Should women stay clear of anabolic steroids? (28:33) What is clenbuterol and what is it used for? (32:40) What is albuterol? (33:48) How growth hormone stimulates other thi

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about resetting the body’s body fat set point, how to implement drop sets and supersets in a workouts, whether it is healthy to have a protein shake every day, and their current thoughts on CrossFit. The growing segment of sex technology. (4:01) Why are seeing a significant increase in obesity among animals? (9:28) Are octopuses from outer space? (19:35) How IQ could affect you getting married? (22:52) Common sense versus scientific studies. (27:18) The latest updates on COVID deaths and vaccine rollouts. (28:33) UFC 259 recap and controversial hot takes. (32:55) How wearing blue-light blocking glasses at night can raise melatonin 58%! (39:20) The biggest endocrine disruptor offenders. (42:51) #Quah question #1 – Can you actually reset your body’s set point? I used to be 310 lbs., I got down to 155 lbs., but could never stay there long. My body keeps rebounding and staying at 195 lbs. I have been lifting for 5 years and tr

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover how to kickstart fat loss without destroying your metabolism. Why context matters when it comes to rapid fat loss. (2:13) Understanding what your behavior and pattern interrupters are. (7:08) Why you have to resist the temptation to continue eating in a calorie deficit long-term. (11:55) Seven Day Fat Loss Kickstart. (15:06) Step #1 – Intermittent fasting/meal skip. (16:57) Step #2 – Drop calories to 500. (21:25) Step #3 – Target protein first and fibrous vegetables. (22:28) Step #4 – Focus on working inward/low-intensity workouts. (26:09) Step #5 – Mindset is everything! (30:50) Clues and hints you have done this properly. (34:43) How to come out of this process the RIGHT way. (37:43) Related Links/Products Mentioned March Promotion: Get in Shape for Summer – Promo code: “SPRINGBREAK” at checkout Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Fasting is a Terrible Way to Lose Weight Intermittent Fasting

New UFC Gym Grand Opening in Mind Pump’s neck of the woods. (3:45) Mind Pump Reminisces: The old school culture of creating successful gyms. (5:58) The growing trend of ‘helicopter parenting’ and the dangerous consequences from it. (19:18) How Adam has been using the ChiliPad to wake up naturally in the morning. (24:03) Weird News with Sal: Whale vomit is worth how much?! (25:58) Caldera is a HIT with men! (30:36) Micro-dosing and self-awareness. (31:41) #Quah question #1 – How can I break out of a plateau? (42:55) #Quah question #2 – How can I balance fat loss while maintaining my muscle-building goals? (50:56) #Quah question #3 – Advice on when to know it’s time to change up my programming and nutrition? (59:18) #Quah question #4 – How can I get to my goal of 14% body fat the right way? (1:06:33) Related Links/Products Mentioned March Promotion: Get in Shape for Summer – Promo code: “SPRINGBREAK” at checkout Mind Pump #1390: The State Of The Gym Industry With UFC Gym President Adam Sedlack Mind Pump #9

Sal’s baby monitor snafu. (6:15) The funny ways guys try to impress girls. (14:05) When Sci-fi movie plots come to life. (17:42) Will gyms survive the pandemic? (18:25) Have we lost our common sense of morality? (24:03) Are we predisposed to have genetically gifted body parts? (35:37) Red light therapy and recovery. (41:25) #Quah question #1 – Is it true that shorter walks of 30 minutes or less will primarily burn sugar and carbs, while longer walks will primarily burn fat? (44:21) #Quah question #2 – How can you know how good your muscle-building genes are? Wrist, ankle, and neck measurements? What would be good measurements as opposed to bad? (47:50) #Quah question #3 – I'm an old has been and want to look and feel like I can still f*** s*** up! What program would I do for that? (54:33) #Quah question #4 – Why do most calorie and macro calculators still use the old school 1 gram pound per body weight and even above 1.2 grams while cutting? When most recent studies show no benefits for muscle building or fa

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin talk about how to enjoy drinking alcohol and still achieve your fitness goals. The fascinating and surprising statistics surrounding drinking alcohol. (2:24) Then and Now: How the guys address the alcohol conversation to their clients. (7:36) How to drink and stay fit for the party animal. (11:11) What alcohol does to the body. (16:18) What you can do to help mitigate the effects of too much alcohol and the value of pacing yourself. (22:57) Diet and alcohol. (26:12) The alcohols with the least amount of physical effects on the body. (29:46) Addressing your behaviors/psychology and building your self-awareness around alcohol. (31:13) Why it is good to have hard rules for yourself. (35:45) The Mind Pump formula for drinking and staying fit. (41:54) Related Links/Products Mentioned March Promotion: Bikini Spring Bundle - Promo code: “SPRINGBREAK” at checkout Visit ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Wine, beer, cocktails: How many alcoholic drinks a

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the “fat burning zone,” how to train and grow the gluteus medius, what supplements are worth spending big money on and which ones to avoid, and how to stay motivated when you have reached most of your natural potential. The release of Sal’s book is nearly here! (4:57) The controversy surrounding Mr. Potato Head. (12:04) The truth behind Orangetheory’s EPOC “afterburn” effect claims. (14:18) Mind Pump Workouts: Updates on their current training, nutrition, and challenges. (23:22) How to wean yourself off caffeine using Organifi’s red juice. (27:03) Mind Pump love drones. (29:35) The guys are REALLY into UFOs. (32:15) The dangers of ‘cock fighting’. (37:32) What country is the leader in ‘party drug’ consumption? (40:48) The SARMS market is booming! (42:52) How Paleo Valley’s beef sticks have ruined all beef jerky for the guys. (45:03) The value of following a structured workout to keep you on track. (46:24) #Quah quest

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin uncover seven lies that are commonly spread by fitness influencers. How the old tricks still work. (2:15) The challenges of these “new” fitness influencers. (5:19) The Seven Lies Fitness Influencers Love to Tell. (5:58) #1 – They are natural. (6:12) #2 – The way to get to your goals is “no days off” and “beast mode.” (13:45) #3 – Take something popular and counter it for attention and clicks. (20:00) #4 – How cardio is the best way to burn body fat. (30:13) #5 – Supplements make a HUGE difference. (37:05) #6 – Protein doesn’t make you fat. (43:52) #7 – There is an anabolic window and using fasting as a way to diet. (45:49) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! February Promotion: Phase II Bundle The Key to Fitness Success is Self-Love – Mind Pump Blog Stop Working Out And Start Practicing - Mind Pump Media Best Exercises if You Want to Build a Great Physique – Mind Pump Blog 5 Most Important Exercises

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions via Zoom. Courteney Andrews likes to have a good time. (4:31) Mind Pump Confessions: The guy's reckless driving days as young men. (8:44) Is society being degraded by the ‘helicopter’ parent? (24:52) The biggest risks the guys have taken. (28:38) How the guys use Organifi Pure to enhance their cognitive abilities. (32:35) Mind Pump Debates: Fitness trends for 2021 and will we see an increase or decrease in results working out from home versus going to a gym? (34:25) #Quah question #1 – Can you build muscle while pursuing rock climbing? (48:13) #Quah question #2 – Any tips to get past a sticking point in a lift? (54:53) #Quah question #3 – What's the best way to balance strength and performance when training for a competition? (1:02:56) #Quah question #4 – Any advice for someone who frequently gets headaches or migraines when deadlifting and squatting? (1:10:59) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about advice to correct a muscular imbalance between two sides of the body, whether you should eat the same amount of calories on a rest day as a workout day, when to prioritize organic, grass-fed and non-GMO type foods, and how to explain the importance of rest periods to the HIIT driven client. Taking breaks from the gym, a good idea for gains? (4:09) Comparing plant protein to animal protein, which is more beneficial for you? (18:22) Revisiting the standing versus sitting while you pee conversation. (22:02) Beware of the chemicals in your household cleaning products. (26:48) Why are the guys so sleep-deprived? (29:47) How Justin finds his Zen. (33:20) How the men’s grooming industry is booming! (36:08) The Four Horsemen of relationships and the antidotes. (39:52) The virtue of the victim mentality. (45:47) #Quah question #1 – My fiancé noticed that one-half of my body is not as developed as the other. I have started doi

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss some lesser known  supplements that actually work. Mind Pump’s history with supplements. (2:30) Five Weird Supplements That Actually Work. (15:00) #1 – Ecdysterone. (16:27) #2 – Cordyceps. (24:12) #3 – Lion's Mane. (28:55) #4 - Horny Goat Weed. (33:20) #5 – Ashwagandha. (38:54) Mind Pump’s stance on supplementation. (43:15) Related Links/Products Mentioned February Promotion: Phase II Bundle Visit Four Sigmatic for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout Mark McGwire’s Little Helper: The Androstenedione Debate Superdrol - steroid.com Ecdysterone Explained: The 5 Biggest Benefits Revealed Spinach extract improves athletic performance, study shows 6 Benefits of Cordyceps, All Backed by Science Cordyceps militaris Improves Tolerance to High-Intensity Exercise After Acute and Chronic Supplementation Neurotrophic properties of the Lion's mane medicinal mushroom, Hericium erinaceus (Higher Basidiomycetes) from Malaysia Mushrooms

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answerPump Head questions about the different deadlift variations and the benefits of each, the importance of rest times between movements, “behind the scenes” of creating a MAPS program, and issues with eating too much red meat. #StrongWomenDeadlift (4:41) The most effective exercises for your body. (8:56) The commonality of magnesium deficiencies and a new product from Ned to help combat that. (17:25) Fun Facts with Justin: What websites will you get the most computer viruses? (24:29) How we label everything a disease these days rather than address the root cause. (30:28) The Government versus Big Tech, the battle rages on. (41:54) Magic Spoon is now available in Canada! (45:45) How to appear honest. (47:08) #Quah question #1 – Can you talk about the different deadlift variations (traditional, sumo, touch and go, Romanian) and the benefits of each? Should you vary them up? (51:08) #Quah question #2 – I understand the importance of rest times betwe

In this episode, Sal speaks with Arthur C. Brooks about the science of being happy. How do we define happiness? (4:15) The barriers holding you back from full enjoyment of your life. (6:48) The concept of the treadmill of satisfaction. (8:03) Why true happiness requires unhappiness. (11:05) The concept of the 4 Idols of Worship and why you should have a reverse bucket list. (13:05) Why social comparison is the thief of joy.  (21:45) The art of balance. (30:47) How to change your relationship with pain. (32:28) As a society, are we experiencing a happiness problem? (36:20) The epidemic of fear. (43:24) What drove him to the science of happiness? (46:32) How to build your happiness portfolio. (49:42) His outlook for the future. (53:00) How politicians are people too. (55:54) Featured Guest/People Mentioned  Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks)  Instagram Arthur Brooks Website Arthur Brooks Art of Happiness Podcast Ryan Holiday (@ryanholiday)  Instagram Jon Haidt (@jonhaidt)  Twitter Related Links/Products Mention

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions via Zoom. Breaking down Adam’s nocturnal admissions. (3:28) Why hip thrusts are stupid. (13:00) The guys share their thoughts on the recent Framing Britney documentary, celebrity, and the golden age of paparazzi. (16:29) The myth around Nintendo debunked. (23:57) The rave reviews of LMNT and how you may be under-consuming sodium. (26:11) How your muscles fire best in pairs. (30:27) A new drug that can dramatically reduce the weight of people with obesity. (33:33) Why Sal is a fan of Paleo Valley’s Neuro Effect product. (40:36) #Quah question #1 – How should I program and maximize strength gains pre/post-baby? (43:00) #Quah question #2 – How do I get past the mental hurdle of getting ‘too bulky’ in my upper body as a female? (50:29) #Quah question #3 – How can I build strength and muscle with only access to dumbbells? (1:03:36) #Quah question #4 – Any advice on how to mix my passion for running with building muscle? (1

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about signals that indicate you will benefit from calorie increase or decrease, why some people lose weight when reverse dieting after hitting a plateau, the message that we aren't meant to be lean all year long and that wanting to maintain a lean body is bad for our health, and the ideal ratio of strength you should have between your bench, deadlifts, and squats. A Very Happy Mind Pump Valentine’s Day. (4:20) The joy of going down memory lane through old photos. (8:03) Which will make you gain fat faster, stopping lifting weights or stopping cardio? (18:35) The future of ownership. (23:14) Sal’s conspiracy theories surrounding Bitcoin. (31:30) Chocolate Orange Slices brought to you by Organifi Immunity. (35:46) Wonder Woman 1984, a letdown? (36:33) Is this the end of movie theaters as we know it? (37:59) The benefits of wearing blue-light blocking glasses at night if watching TV. (40:21) Mind Pump’s favorite rep ranges to