Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin go over five benefits of weight training that are often overlooked. The unexpected value of resistance training. (2:07) #1 – Promotes a better functioning brain. (6:20) Proprioceptive learning. (10:06) Central Nervous System (CNS) adaption. (16:05) #2 – The positive effect on your libido and hormone levels. (18:04) #3 – The clear changes in your mood. (25:36) #4 – Improves your ability to fight off illness. (36:34) #5 – Empowers your independence and confidence. (43:46) Related Links/Products Mentioned January Promotion: MAPS HIIT ½ off! **Code “HIIT50” at checkout** Weight training may boost brain power An investigation of the relationship between physical fitness, self-concept, and sexual functioning Effects of progressive resistance training on growth hormone and testosterone levels in young and elderly subjects. Mind Pump 1215: Dr. Becky Campbell on Thyroid Disease, Autoimmune Disease & Histamine Intolerance Strengthen your mood with weight training

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about how often to deload, mini-bulks and mini-cuts, the benefits of carb-cycling and if it may cause a bad relationship with food, and whether foam rolling actually works. Mind Pump on the supplements/prohormones they took in the past, the ‘false truth’ surrounding them, the great hustle & MORE. (4:49) Opinion: Mind Pump on California passing Assembly Bill 5. (16:13) Mind Pump on Donald Cerrone’s ass beating and Conor McGregor’s brilliance. (22:18) The myth that war boosts the economy. (28:27)  Interesting news on the Tik Tok front. (32:06) China quarantine and the ‘Coronavirus’. (33:10) The pros and cons of police facial recognition technology. (34:45) Food quality is worth paying the price. (41:03) A leader of the biggest US organic food fraud gets a 10-year jail term. (45:03) Top YouTube earner of 2019. (47:13) #Quah question #1 – Do you guys recommend deload weeks in between phases of your programs? If so, how oft

What does a functional medicine doctor do and how do they differ from a traditional doctor? (2:52) What are the most common offenders she sees in her practice? (6:50) The growing problem of (SIBO) small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. What is it? Who does it affect and what can be done to treat it? (8:00) How what you eat has NO effect on your skin. (15:57) What are the ‘toxins’ we are exposed to? (18:17) Testing women’s hormones the RIGHT way. (21:31) What does estrogen dominance produce in terms of symptoms? (22:58) Becky’s ‘Order of Operations’ when it comes to her clients. (24:45) The rise of Thyroid disease and higher cortisol levels. (28:30) What does exercise intolerance look like? (31:54) Veganism and nutrient deficiency. (36:44) Breaking down why we get heartburn and how to treat it. (39:42) Why all diets are NOT created equal for women. (42:31) The symptoms for Histamine Intolerance, the best way to test & MORE. (44:49) How big of a role does your mental state play on your health? (55:15) What

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about “Biggest Loser” challenges in the workplace, the best way to train abs,  Mark Rippetoe's critique of the trap bar as a poor and unsafe substitute for the barbell, and stretching, foam rolling or mobility work as the best for muscular health. ‘Fake health’ is the latest trend. (4:08) Why people don’t take bodybuilders advice seriously. (5:42) Mind Pump on ‘Ancient Aliens’ & old 80’s films they have watched over and over. (11:54) Mind Pump drops random knowledge. (22:34) Mind Pump on the Kansas vs Kansas St. brawl & qualities of a great man. (24:12) Adam’s new favorite piece of Vuori clothing.  (28:19) Is Chris Hemsworth trying to become the new Ben Greenfield? (30:16) F45 vs Orangetheory, motivation as a state of mind & these fitness modalities capitalizing on the consumer. (31:12) Will Mind Pump be watching the newest season of The Biggest Loser? (36:15) HUGE NEWS on the cure for cancer front. (37:28) Thy

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the difference between training for strength gains vs. muscle gains, natural ways to help boost testosterone levels back to normal, whether tight muscles and/or a lack of mobility impede gains, and mindset tips and tricks to sticking with a diet plan. Sal gets emotional. (4:58) MIIR and their philanthropy efforts. (8:19) Dr. Drew sounds off on the homelessness problem in California. What is the answer? (9:39) The brilliant marketing behind kids' parties. (14:09) Mind Pump’s post-holiday lull. (20:17) Instagram responding to the market. (23:14) Mind Pump on the hype surrounding Tik Tok. (25:15) Amazon is making it even easier to checkout. (27:20) Why is the human body temperature decreasing? (28:42) Mind Pump on ageism and Botox. (31:55) This is 40 for Justin. (36:36) Mind Pump’s celebrity crushes. (41:10) #Quah question #1 – When training for strength vs. muscle gains, what’s the difference and how can you focus on o

In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin detail seven ways you can increase your testosterone levels naturally. What is causing lower testosterone in men? (3:03) What is testosterone and why is it important? (5:50) Breaking the myths surrounding lower testosterone levels. (8:00) The Seven Ways to Raise your Testosterone Naturally. (12:04) #1 - Lifting weights and getting stronger. (13:26) #2 – Getting the body healthy first through a balanced diet. (22:15) #3 – Building a quality sleep routine. (28:08) #4 – Managing your stress. (34:41) #5 – Getting enough sunlight. (41:12) #6 – Supplementing with what you need. (43:30) #7 – Avoiding estrogen-like compounds. (47:43) People Mentioned Jason Phillips (@jasonphillipsisnutrition)  Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned January Promotion: MAPS HIIT ½ off! **Code “HIIT50” at checkout** Visit Four Sigmatic for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Visit Everly Well for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about traveling with supplements, the ketogenic diet and building muscle, what to do if you are plateauing in a specific body part, and whether taking body measurements is a waste of time. A great concept to get your kids into playing music. (6:12) Can listening to music help build the brains of premature babies? (7:41) Math and technology. (12:06) What is the Down Under Donation Dildo? (17:43) Cannabinoid 2-ag and its connection to relieving stress. (21:05) Tongue fat and its relationship to obstructive sleep apnea. (28:04) Does watching a movie qualify as light exercise? (31:13) Tesla’s will be farting soon. (33:13) The future of streetwear is here. (34:25) Solvable vs perpetual problems. (35:30) #Quah question #1 – Do you travel with supplements or do you just take the time off? (41:46) #Quah question #2 – What are your thoughts on the ketogenic diet in regards to building muscle? (48:21) #Quah question #3 - What should

In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Jason Phillips about all things nutrition when it comes to losing fat, building muscle and avoiding diet pitfalls. Is it possible to lose fat and gain muscle at the same time? (5:58) Which should you focus on first? (11:49) How the physical follows the physiological. (15:12) Why you can’t implement a shitty diet and get results. Teaching a connection-based model for successful coaches. (17:20) Reverse vs recovery diets: Debating the two different schools of thought. (23:17) The value and dark side of cheat meals. (27:24) What is better for fat loss, low carb or low-fat diet? (31:55) Training fighters, weight cutting and the delicate balance involved. (37:28) Protein 101: The value, proper intake, why context matters & MORE. (43:21) What is the RIGHT approach to building muscle and bulking? (53:01) What are the ideal carb sources for his athletes? Ideal protein sources? (57:14) Getting the ‘itch’ to get back into the game training clients. (1:04:47) The pro

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether it is better to drop a rep and increase weight by a larger amount, or progress with smaller fractional plates, how to determine if your metabolism is slow,  whether not eating right after a workout slows down progress, and exercises to keep your back strong and healthy. How we all have that overly friendly friend, ‘Bro Code’ rules & MORE. (4:01) Is Sal’s brother the best ChiliPad salesman ever?! (11:51) The online mattress market is massive! (14:30) Mind Pump is sold on Walmart. (21:04) Jeff Bezos is catching some heat on his Australia donation. (25:51) Nike banning their record-breaking shoe. What are Mind Pump’s thoughts? (28:16) Scientists have created the first living robot! (35:56) Unbelievable instances of animals in the military. (37:49) Are women less likely to receive CPR than men? (41:40) How being a Taco Bell manager is now a viable career choice. (45:56) #Quah question #1 - Is it better to dro

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about unique or forgotten exercises that are effective, getting enough calories when you are a hard gainer, the minimum macro calorie intake before entering a cutting phase, and tips for success with early mornings or ate evening workouts. Bachelor in Space, hotels in Space & MORE. (6:25) Resistance training and measuring volume. (14:12) Does training to failure result in fewer gains? (19:50) Can the use of a sauna help fight sickness? (21:50) How do you know if you have to supplement with Vitamin D during the winter to build up your immune system? (25:07) The connection between statins and mental health issues. (28:50) Mind Pump correcting their predictions on the Box Office & MORE. (34:00) Pokémon Go bigger than ever! (41:07) How to handle your kids and their strong feelings. (45:52) #Quah question #1 – I started doing daily stomach vacuums for the first time about a month ago and have seen significant results in

In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin go over five ways to lose weight without having to track or count calories. What to do if macro counting is too hard? (3:23) Energy cannot be created or destroyed. Why calories are important. (5:20) What are macros and why they are important? (7:54) Why do we demonize fat? (9:28) Analyzing the human psyche while hungry. (12:00) The Five Strategies to Weight Loss without Counting Calories. (15:58) #1 - Drinking more water. (16:36) #2 - Changing HOW you eat. (22:07) #3 – ADDING more protein and vegetables. (28:23) #4 – Improving the quality of your sleep to control appetite. (37:38) #5 – Eliminating heavily processed foods from your diet. (45:31) Related Links/Products Mentioned January Promotion: MAPS HIIT ½ off! **Code “HIIT50” at checkout** Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Seven Countries Study The influence of calorie labeling on food orders and consumption: A review of the literature1 A sho

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether squats and lunges are bad for your knees, squatting on a Smith machine, how to setup and execute a close grip bench press, and using net carbs when counting your macros. XFL comeback date is set. Will the guys be watching? (5:54) Old ‘fit’ awesome looking people. (8:37) Do you communicate with the intent to impress or influence? (14:34) Old people rage stories. (17:03) Why is Gwyneth Paltrow selling a candle that smells like a certain body part? Would the guys buy it? (21:57) Sex after kids. (28:22) Mind Pump reminisces on Rush and their drummer Neil Peart. (34:56) Sal’s a big ‘wing’ guy. (37:52) Tesla hitting new highs in the stock market! (40:45) Can a wristband tell you what you should and shouldn’t eat based on your DNA? (42:47) #Quah question #1 – Are squats and lunges bad for your knees? (47:03) #Quah question #2 – Is squatting on a Smith machine still beneficial if your gym doesn’t have a free weight s

1205: Do the Risks of HIIT Training Outweigh the Benefits? The growing trend of High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). (1:50) What is HIIT? (4:10) HOW did it get big so fast and WHY did people start using it? (5:20) The detriments of HIIT training for beginners. (10:10) The Four Problems and Mistakes Made with HIIT Programs. (15:30) #1 – NOT incorporating Priming properly. (16:10) #2 – NOT having proper programming. (25:06) #3 – Form is NOT at the top of your hierarchy chart. (31:26) #4 – Does NOT prioritize recovery. (37:17) Is HIIT training RIGHT for you? Do the risks outweigh the benefits? (44:51) How does Mind Pump incorporate HIIT training? (48:30) People Mentioned Dave Asprey (@dave.asprey)  Instagram LeBron James (@kingjames)  Instagram   Related Links/Products Mentioned January Promotion: MAPS HIIT ½ off! **Code “HIIT50” at checkout** Mind Pump 1042: The Truth About HIIT- The Good, the Bad & the Ugly Is Warming Up Before A Workout Necessary? - Mind Pump The ULTIMATE Full Body Warm-Up

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about transitioning to a lower volume or intensity workout routine if you believe that you’re overtraining, how to tell when you are ready to add more weight to a lift, tips to avoid falling into yoyo dieting, and mindfulness around technology, social media and audio media such as podcasts and audiobooks. Justin’s unknown food intolerances. (5:32) Impossible Foods expanding their reach. (9:42) The value of Organifi’s Green Juice when you’re not getting enough vegetables, Mind Pump’s go-to vegetables & MORE. (11:44) Building a good relationship with exercise by working out from home first. (19:50) What’s the deal with Iran? (24:44) How attention is the new commodity, tech companies and their access to our data & MORE. (27:07) Dave Chappelle is on another level. (33:49) The value of losing. (36:07) What will they come up with next when it comes to weight loss? Enter the IG balloon. (41:54) #Quah question #1 – How sho

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about cutting without ruining your metabolism, what can be done about wrist pain, whether you should train powerlifting, performance, bodybuilding and corrective all in the same session and if supplementing with a multivitamin is necessary. Sal’s old man moment. (5:35) Adam’s jab to Justin while wrestling with his son. (12:30) The guys talk about the terrible fires in Australia and how you can help donate. (16:10) Can a lamp make reading easier for those with Dyslexia? (17:55) Mind Pump makes their predictions on blue light blocking glasses. (20:05) New XFL rule changes to offer a faster pace/more excitement to compete with the NFL. (23:39) Mind Pump on the Red Sox/Astros cheating scandal. (29:45) Justin opens up on his recent improv classes and his motivations behind it. (32:50) Mind Pump talks more on the Golden Globes. (40:32) Sal’s theory on why the Pentagon does not want Military personnel to take at-home DNA tests. (

In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin talk about New Year's resolutions and the many reasons they do not work and what you can do to achieve your goals in 2020. How Vuori has saved the podcast + brands that are making a comeback. (3:53) The New Year’s rush is here! (7:01) Why New Year’s resolutions DON’T work. (10:36) Top Reason’s why New Year’s Resolutions are NOT Successful (& the Solutions to Them). Your goals are too BIG and general. (14:25) Not enhancing your current habits and behaviors. (21:00) Making things too HARD on yourself. (29:00) Focusing on behaviors rather than goals. (34:08) Failing to change your environment. (42:26) Using the wrong metrics to gauge your success. (49:37) Related Links/Products Mentioned January Promotion: MAPS HIIT ½ off! **Code “HIIT50” at checkout** Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! The Rise and Fall of New Year’s Fitness Resolutions, in 5 Charts 6 Years after The Biggest Loser, Metabolism Is Slower and Weight Is Back Up Min

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about why it is so hard for people to stick to their health and fitness goals, the benefits of isometric holds, why fit people have a lower resting heart rate and whether inner thigh workouts are bad for men. Family time in Tahoe with Mind Pump. (6:52) Adam gets schooled by his nephew in video games. (12:22) Justin’s scary snowboarding accident. (15:27) Mind Pump’s holiday fat gain + making meals as a team. (23:47) The benefits of fasting, the value of ATP (Adenosine triphosphate) on the body and how red-light therapy plays a part. (33:07) Mind Pump’s “Wall-E” prediction is coming true! (39:17) The history of Shen Yun. (45:02) Cannabichromene (CBC) and its effects on the body. (48:23) Ricky Gervais roasts the Hollywood elite. (51:55) #Quah question #1 – Why is it so hard for people to stick to their health and fitness goals? (55:46) #Quah question #2 – What are the benefits of isometric holds? For example, a wall-sit. (1:0

1200: Max Schmarzo How to read a research paper as a ‘layman’. (3:52) What is the significance of the sample size? (9:53) What do controls mean? (13:15) What are meta-analyses and why are they important? (16:00) Understanding how adaptation falls into a study. (17:53) The different forms of adaptation. (21:10) The currency stress takes on the body. (24:08) The thin line between safety vs progress. (26:03) Why when we read the research it’s never, WE KNOW, it’s WE KNOW the researchers THINK this might be it. (27:07) What are the differences between recovery and adaptation? (29:30) Inflammation: The good and the bad. (34:53) Popular recovery tools: The benefits, who they are good for & MORE. (45:18) Sauna: The exercise mimicking modality. (45:32) Cold Therapy: The phycological modality. (52:00) Glutamine and Lucine. (55:30) BCAA’s. (57:16) Creatine. (59:36) What supplements and recovery tools does he implement into his life? (1:05:25) Heart Rate Variability (HRV) 101: The check engine light for you

Mind Pump on one-hit wonders. (4:10) What’s going on with the matching Christmas pajamas?! (6:45) Adam gets the stink-eye from Catrina. (8:00) Mind Pump recommends You on Netflix. (10:30) Sal shares economic statistics that will blow your mind! (11:55) How US colleges are turning students' phones into surveillance machines. Is this good or bad? What are the current challenges the guys are experiencing with their kids? (16:21) The ‘duct-taped banana’ phenomenon. (29:40) Introducing Mind Pump’s newest partner, Legion Athletics. (32:42) Mind Pump makes their predictions on the CBD craze. (38:40) #Quah question #1 – What are some ways to improve your squat depth and not have ‘butt wink’? (48:41) #Quah question #2 – When doing a bulk phase, how much body fat is too much to gain? What is the ideal fat to muscle gain ratio? (56:59) #Quah question #3 – How does one get back into nutrition and training after going through a severe traumatic experience? I have taken a break for a month and I am wondering if decreasing

1198: Mixing Rep Ranges in a Workout, Relieving Back & Neck Pain, The Post Workout Cool Down & MORE The meaning of the terms Rock N’ Roll, batwing & MORE. (4:28) Are we able to identify if someone is sick by simply looking at their face? (9:00) Adam continuing to ruffle feathers with the ‘health at every size’ movement posts. (12:19) What is the secret to longevity? (24:06) Mind Pump making the case for mutual combat. (27:32) A professional bodybuilder decides to marry his sex doll. What’s next?! (30:13) The differences between ‘Heritage Pork’ and regular pork? (33:24) How to use Rhodiola if trying to ween off caffeine. (37:00) Should we replace mental health meds with exercise? (39:10) #Quah question #1 – Is it counterproductive to do low reps and high reps in the same workout in terms of strength and hypertrophy? (43:28) #Quah question #2 – You talk about warm-up's, but what about warm-downs? (47:34) #Quah question #3 – I have a persistent knot on my left side of my neck and a knot on the right