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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2724: Fix Your Gut, Fix Your Body - The Benefits of Probiotics
08/11/2025 Duration: 01h44minMind Pump Fit Tip: 10 amazing and weird ways probiotics benefit you. (2:14) Silicon Valley espionage. (18:45) Uncomfortable experiences training clients. (28:37) Iron sharpens iron. (33:51) Prioritizing your relationship above your kids, and the importance of establishing family values/foundations. (40:28) Fostering good bacteria growth with the Green Juice from Organifi. (50:41) Must-haves when building your house. (52:33) #ListenerLive question #1 – No matter what I do, I cannot gain muscle or weight. Please help. (1:00:57) #ListenerLive question #2 – I'm looking for advice on what program to do after completing Anabolic Advanced? (1:10:28) #ListenerLive question #3 – My current life routine only allows me to go to the gym 1 day per week, and maybe some weeks I will be able to squeeze in a second until March. Is there a program that you would recommend I follow during this time span? (1:18:48) #ListenerLive question #4 – I'm having a hard time gauging my results from Muscle Mommy. I wa
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2723: What Would Happen to Your Body if You Only Did 1 Lift a Day?
07/11/2025 Duration: 01h10minMind Pump Fit Tip: What would happen to your body if you only did 1 lift a day? (2:33) When your kids start to parent you. (18:51) The stress around birthdays and holiday planning. (21:41) What are the things that the data shows the people who are diagnosed with ADHD are worse at and better at? (26:56) Average IQ scores in every state. (38:11) Using a hot tub before lifting can increase performance. (40:44) Mind Pump Recommends ALLEN IV3RSON on Prime Video. (45:25) Why are some peptides more expensive than others? (47:12) Gyms and smoothies. (49:19) Meat sticks have been ruined forever. (57:48) #Quah question #1 – Are adduction and abduction machines actually useful? (59:49) #Quah question #2 – How do you set a goal for how much muscle to build during a certain time period? I have 6 months of "slow season," and I want to set a muscle goal instead of a weight loss goal. (1:02:51) #Quah question #3 – Are saturated fats just plain bad, or should they still be consumed in moderate quanti
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2722: Fish Oil: Scam or Super Supplement? w/ Angelo Keely
06/11/2025 Duration: 01h15minKion Angelo Keely His main role with Kion. (2:01) How often do people cut corners? (4:05) The two paths with supplement companies —and why Kion chose the boring route. (9:10) Beating everyone with quality and education. (11:40) His greatest blind spot. (13:23) Essential amino acids vs. Whey protein powder for overcoming anabolic aging. (16:30) What makes one Omega-3 better than another? (24:10) The scientific breakdown of Omega-3s and why they are important to add to your diet. (26:08) How inflammation works, and how Omega-3s help the body heal faster. (29:44) Eating fish vs. taking a supplement, and what is the proper dose? (37:05) How to know if you have rancid fish oil. (39:12) Where they source their fish. (43:13) Busting the argument of the Omega-3 and 6s balance. (44:05) The two supplements that have a profound impact on longevity. (48:53) The hidden benefits of creatine. (49:41) The risks in the creatine space. (53:23) Leading from the front. (58:04) Methylation iss
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2721: The Problem With "Science Bros" Fitness Advice
05/11/2025 Duration: 01h42minIn this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Why you need to be careful when taking "science bros" advice. (3:06) Service makes a HUGE difference. Sal's experience at Disneyland. (17:58) The secret to rapid hair regrowth. (31:56) Caldera Lab's new hair care system. (34:13) Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic may also curb drug and alcohol addiction. (35:48) Cavities/gum disease and its connection to strokes. (40:50) Adam's brilliant job for kids. (44:40) Mind Pump's Black Friday Sale is live! (51:50) Thanksgiving season is here. (53:10) The most overrated/underrated Thanksgiving dish. (55:10) #ListenerLive question #1 – What is the best way to go about resetting my gut and getting myself back on the right track for longer-term health? (58:19) #ListenerLive question #2 – Can you provide some advice on my lifting progress, specifically concerning muscle loss during a cutting phase? (1:07:11) #ListenerLive question #3 – How wo
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2720: Metabolic Healing vs Fat Loss: Which Comes First?
03/11/2025 Duration: 32minMetabolic Healing vs Fat Loss: Which Comes First? Understanding the importance of your metabolic health, and defining metabolism in a nutshell. (1:58) Defining a "broken metabolism" and how it got that way. (4:09) What it feels like. (18:42) How to "fix" your metabolism. (20:04) What does that then feel like? (28:01) The success is in the setup. (29:50) Related Links/Products Mentioned Mind Pump Concierge Coaching Visit Our Place for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout to save up to 35% sitewide now through January! See why more than a million people have made the switch to Our Place kitchenware. With their 100-day risk-free trial, free shipping, and free returns, you can shop with total confidence. Shop the Our Place Holiday Sale right now! November Black Friday Deals (Nov. 1-15th): Sitewide 60% off. That includes every single MAPS program, bundle, MOD and guide. Enter the raffle now to win HUGE prizes: Bundles give you 10 entries, MAPS program gi
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2719: Non-Obvious Ways That Fitness Impacts Your Life in a Positive Way
01/11/2025 Duration: 01h49minMind Pump Fit Tip: The MOST data-supported, non-obvious ways that fitness impacts your life in a positive way. (2:08) Putting their heart into their profession. (26:15) Fascinating results from ONLY eating eggs. (28:11) The value of taking digestive enzymes. (36:45) Sports and business savants. (39:08) Burnout rates between men and women. (43:30) Phone innovation. (46:31) The more you tease, the closer you get. (49:46) Reality is being distorted more than ever, and the decline in serial killers. (53:43) #ListenerLive question #1 – How do I know when I'm ready to start training others? What would you tell someone like me who's passionate but scared? (1:00:00) #ListenerLive question #2 – How can I regain my explosiveness and power? (1:08:54) #ListenerLive question #3 – Which one (or more) of your programs would you recommend specifically to the beauty industry gals? (1:20:25) #ListenerLive question #4 – Is there a better program that's fit for doing a reverse diet? (1:33:00) Related
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2718: Should You Train Like an Athlete?
31/10/2025 Duration: 01h11minIn 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: Does everyone need to train like an athlete? (1:51) How a father's fitness habits impact their sperm. (24:32) We live in such a broken world. (26:45) A barrier to 'doom-scrolling'. (35:28) Will smoking cigarettes become cool again? (37:12) It's sweater weather with Vuori. (44:35) Neck size correlation to hidden heart risks. (47:22) Making meal prep easier with Butcher Box. (48:55) Processed foods' effect on the brain. (51:03) Stay authentic and swear. (53:46) #Quah question #1 – What are the 3 most important things you've learned about the world/or people by working in this industry? (58:50) #Quah question #2 – If you are still progressing in the program, should you still go to the next phase or stay in the same phase until you hit a plateau? (1:04:46) #Quah question #3 – What is a good workout routine
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2717: Pain Isn't What You Think w/ Dr. Jordan Shallow
30/10/2025 Duration: 01h26minJordan Shallow Keeping skin in the game. (2:12) What is pain? How to differentiate it from an injury. (5:50) Pain is a perception. (11:55) Active inference. (24:12) Minimizing the prediction error model. (25:49) Does exercise change your relationship with pain? (30:43) The dualism between the mind and the brain. (40:10) Trying to see things mechanistically. (46:56) "My job is not to be right, but to help people." (49:21) Debunking the idea of being a forever student. (53:36) Thinking faster, not slower. (57:43) His take on adjustments. (59:22) The importance and value of progressive overload. (1:00:37) Why have injury rates in sports increased over the years? (1:05:36) Specific variability. (1:13:08) Athlete savants. (1:16:54) Related Links/Products Mentioned Related Links/Products Mentioned Pre-Script® | Human Performance Education Get a free Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase! As always, LMNT offers no-questions-asked refunds on all orde
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2716: Are You Fitter Than the Average Person?
29/10/2025 Duration: 01h44minMind Pump Fit Tip: Are you fitter than average? The standards for men and women, connected to longevity. (2:51) Advocating for full-body workouts vs. body part splits. (21:43) Best peptide combos with Sal. (31:57) Topical vs. injectable. (34:56) Why is there order and why is there good? (36:58) AI craziness! (39:55) The value of sports for kids. (47:01) Fact-checking Doug. (57:03) #ListenerLive question #1 – How do you know you're overtraining if you don't have the classic symptoms of overtraining? (59:21) #ListenerLive question #2 – Are there any tips you can give my son so he can feel a better connection to the muscle when he trains with hypermobility? (1:09:03) #ListenerLive question #3 – Any help and guidance on how to attack training coming off TRT? (1:21:48) #ListenerLive question #4 – My biggest objective now is to build muscle, specifically in my glutes. What's the best way to transition from a long-term calorie deficit to a maintenance phase? Do you have any specific recommend
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2715: 7 Lies That Destroy Men
27/10/2025 Duration: 38min7 Lies That Destroy Men 7 Lies That Destroy Men. (1:33) #1 - Pornography, what's the big deal? (3:01) #2 - Video games, they're fun. (12:39) #3 - Consumerism. (18:55) #4 - Your value is connected to how much you can earn. (22:07) #5 – Passivity. (26:06) #6 – Alpha male/False masculinity. (30:32) #7 - Chase lots of women. (32:06) Related Links/Products Mentioned Here's How To Break Free From Porn, Restore Intimacy In Your Relationships & Live A Life of Freedom Using The DeepClean™ System. Access to masterclasses on intimacy, purpose, and healthy relationships. A private brotherhood community for daily accountability and support. Visit: https://deepcleancoaching.com/mindpump **Plus, all members who join get MAPS 15 for free . There's a 30-day money-back guarantee, so you've got nothing to lose. ** October Special: MAPS GLP-1 50% off! ** Code GLP50 at checkout. ** Mind Pump Store Mind Pump #2705: How to Quit Pornography with Sathiya Sam Mind Pump #2132: Six Reasons Men Today are Weak H
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2714: The Best Exercise Combos for Each Body Part
25/10/2025 Duration: 01h51minMind Pump Fit Tip: The Best Exercise Combos for Each Body Part. (2:02) Risk vs reward. (20:00) Nothing builds bone like strength training. (28:39) Defining a hypocrite. (31:39) Comparing a Megalodon to a Great White. (35:23) Planet Fitness is listening to market trends. (42:08) Fall asleep and stay asleep with Brain.fm. (46:47) A wild story involving Al Capone and the Mind Pump Speak Easy. (49:24) Stranger Things is going out with a bang! (53:44) Mind Pump’s favorite Crisp Power flavor. (55:17) Reflecting on powerful dad moments and the value of fatherhood. (56:35) #ListenerLive question #1 – Should I be keeping the same weight across the different rep ranges, or should I be increasing? (1:10:36) #ListenerLive question #2 – I want to find that sweet spot to have consistently great lifts. Any advice? (1:22:22) #ListenerLive question #3 – I feel like I’m in a plateau, not really seeing the gains I want to, particularly in my glutes. What would you do from a nutrition standpoint, and
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2713: Why It’s So Hard to Stay Fit (and What to Do About It)
24/10/2025 Duration: 01h13minIn 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: Why is it so hard to be fit and healthy? Find the solution for yourself. (2:08) The value of daydreaming. (24:48) Outsourcing thinking. (26:21) When will every household have a robot? (33:20) Why doing a little more exercise for the average person is better. (37:47) High-quality protein makes a difference. (40:43) Having too much choice is a problem. (44:01) Feel-good product. (49:32) The satiety effects of protein. (50:30) Dance party. (52:44) #Quah question #1 – What is the best way to make sure your form is good when you have no mirrors, no spotter, or trainer to help you? (55:32) #Quah question #2 – What should I look for when choosing a personal trainer? (58:34) #Quah question #3 – What are your top 3 recommended rotational moves for someone who mostly does bodybuilder-type training? (1:01:50) #Q
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2712: The 5 Biggest Fitness Mistakes Middle-Aged Women Make that Destroy Progress
23/10/2025 Duration: 33minThe 5 Biggest Fitness Mistakes Middle-Aged Women Make that Destroy Progress This can be a difficult demographic to train. (1:23) The 5 Biggest Fitness Mistakes Middle-Aged Women Make that Destroy Progress #1 - Not prioritizing lifting. (4:43) #2 – Doing too much cardio. (12:16) #3 - Eating too little. (18:28) #4 - Not eating enough protein. (23:41) #5 - Not managing stress. (25:26) Bonus: Alcohol. (28:49) Related Links/Products Mentioned Muscle Mommy Movement Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month’s supply of Seed’s DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** Mind Pump Store Mind Pump # 2567: Women Who Lift: Breaking Myths and Building Muscle Mind Pump # 2447: The Keys to Visceral Fat Loss & Muscle Gain With Dr. Tyna Moore Mind Pump # 2187: Why Building Muscle Is More Important Than Losing Fat With Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Mind Pump # 2652: How Undereating is Making You Fat & Unhealthy Mind Pump # 2445: Women, You Wil
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2711: Should You Do Cardio Before or After Weights?
22/10/2025 Duration: 01h41minIn this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Should You Do Cardio Before or After Weights? The rules when it comes to workout programming. (2:55) Silly social media comments, and making life easier. (22:58) The future of skincare. (28:21) Jump roping is underrated. (31:21) The best “biohack.” (33:07) The Great Debate: Should You Sit or Stand When Wiping? (35:57) Your body on TRT. (36:40) Is ‘dead internet’ around the corner? (44:21) ‘Chatboxes’ scary tactics. (46:34) Unpopular speech is the only kind that requires protecting. (54:45) #ListenerLive question #1 – Do you have any tools for measuring the volume of outdoor activities? Or just go based on how they’re recovering? (57:49) #ListenerLive question #2 – Would I see better results by doing zero cardio in a bulk, then doing cardio in a cut? (1:11:30) #ListenerLive question #3 – Looking for advice to see if my testosterone is too high? I’m getting conflicting advice,
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2710: Live to 100 w/ These Proven Steps
20/10/2025 Duration: 30minFollow These 8 Steps to Live to 100 Genetics role and the difference between health-span and longevity. (1:47) Follow These 8 Steps to Live to 100 #1 - Eating a nutrient-dense, whole food diet. (5:26) #2 - Maintaining a healthy body weight. (9:36) #3 - Exercising regularly (moderate intensity). (10:41) #4 - Prioritizing sleep. (14:10) #5 - Managing stress (gain purpose). (15:57) #6 - Fostering strong social connections (church, marriage, kids). (20:00) #7 - No drugs or alcohol. (26:00) #8 - Always learning. (27:50) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Jolie for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Try it out for yourself with FREE shipping. And if you don’t like it— you can return your Jolie for a full refund within 60 days, no questions asked. ** October Special: MAPS GLP-1 50% off! ** Code GLP50 at checkout. ** Mind Pump Store Mind Pump #2437: What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Ultra-Processed Foods for 30 Days The Goldilocks Zone for Exercise: Not Too Little
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2709: Diet Smarter, Not Harder: Mind Pump’s Top Hacks
18/10/2025 Duration: 01h46minMind Pump Fit Tip: Our Favorite Diet Hacks. (2:11) Highlighting the human pretentiousness. (28:18) Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, psyop. (32:48) The dangers of ‘forever chemicals’. (40:21) Going down the 3rd rail with Mind Pump: Politicizing posts, and Tylenol and pregnant women backlash. (47:56) Mind Pump’s go-to alcoholic beverage. (55:35) #ListenerLive question #1 – Can I gain body fat while still eating “clean?” (1:03:04) #ListenerLive question #2 – What kind of split, movement strategies, or training approach would you recommend to maintain leg and scapular strength, minimize atrophy, and stay mentally sharp, all without compromising my shoulder repair? (1:19:30) #ListenerLive question #3 – What other MAPS programs could create an “endorphin rush” like I felt during Aesthetic? (1:32:13) #ListenerLive question #4 – What are some ways I can get my heart rate to stay up long enough so that I can tap into the fat loss benefits? (1:38:27) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a q
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2708: The Right Cardio for You (Listener Coaching)
17/10/2025 Duration: 01h13minMind Pump Fit Tip: Best Forms of Cardio for Every Goal. (2:14) Dad hacks to playing with your kids that will minimize energy expenditure. (23:44) Probiotics and performance. (27:21) The dinner time sweet spot. (29:27) Hardest and easiest clients to train. (34:36) The anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects of manuka honey. (41:43) Third man syndrome. (45:49) They’re not coming back! (48:52) Beware of poisonous creatures. (54:14) #Quah question #1 – Is it possible for someone who has not prioritized fitness and nutrition for a number of years to make changes so that the rest of their years can be lived as a strong and independent individual? How best for a 58-year-old to do this fitness thing? (59:46) #Quah question #2 – Can I make aesthetic progress at maintenance calories, or do I need to continuously cycle between bulks and cuts? (1:02:22) #Quah question #3 – I'm 31 and have been lifting weights for years with few injuries. What strategies can I use now to prevent injuries as l c
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2707: How to Boost Your Testosterone Naturally
16/10/2025 Duration: 28minBoosting Testosterone Naturally RAISE your testosterone 20-40% naturally backed by science. (1:38) 6 Ways to Boost Your Testosterone Naturally #1 - Lift weights. (8:45) #2 - Prioritize sleep. (12:05) #3 - Optimize vitamin D. (18:36) #4 - Optimize zinc and magnesium. (20:34) #5 - Lower cortisol. (22:43) #6 – Supplements. (24:00) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promo: MAPS 40+ 50% off!! ** Code TESTOSTERONE50 at checkout. ** Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Use the code MINDPUMP to get $350 off your very own Pod 5 Ultra. The best part is that you still get 30 days to try it at home and return it if you don’t like it – – Shipping to many countries worldwide. ** Mind Pump Store Why do Gen Z and millennial men have lower testosterone levels? Androgen receptors and testosterone in men—Effects of protein ingestion, resistance exercise and fiber type Mind Pump #1547: The Hidden Benefits of Lifting Weights Sleep loss dramatically lowers t
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2706: The Best 3-Day a Week Back Routine (Listener Live Coaching)
15/10/2025 Duration: 01h32minIn this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The Best 3-Day a Week Back Routine. (3:13) Winning with high-protein snacks. (22:15) The dark side of dating apps. (24:47) When you are jacked, they will find you. (35:11) Kids are sponges. (38:54) The Schafer’s Disney Halloween Bash. (40:55) Reliving going to Haunted Houses. (45:18) Would you buy the Tesla phone? (49:48) The science behind Fatty 15. (51:40) #ListenerLive question #1 – Is there a way to hybridize some MAPS programs where I can do shorter workouts during the week, and do a longer full-body workout on the weekend when I have more time? (54:37) #ListenerLive question #2 – How can I lose fat and get the scale to move? (1:03:14) #ListenerLive question #3 – Advice on programming and nutrition to prep for my goal towards getting to stage-ready. (1:10:46) #ListenerLive question #4 – What are the best ways to gain lean body mass? (1:24:00) Related Links/Products Me
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2705: How to Quit Pornography with Sathiya Sam
13/10/2025 Duration: 01h25minHow to Quit Pornography with Sathiya Sam Helping men quit pornography. (1:57) Audience success stories. (2:40) Compassion goes a long way. (5:40) The role of shame. (8:38) Healthy amount vs. addiction. (11:05) Defining intimacy. (17:05) Quitting withdrawals. (18:04) Strategies to quit pornography. (20:15) How much of an issue is it than people realize? (22:00) The Ted Bundy story illustrating the dangers of pornography. (23:40) The two factors that determine the escalation of porn usage. (27:12) The three pillars in our recovery process. (30:13) The dangers of early exposure. (31:49) You are the product. (36:50) The importance of working with a support group. (41:07) Men vs Women porn viewership. (43:40) The Relationship Bank Account. (46:10) What is porn offering me? (54:54) Trigger diggers. (57:20) The programs offered. (1:06:50) Sal’s experience of quitting pornography. (1:08:00) Young male trends. (1:11:21) The eye tracking study. (1:14:02) Should pornograph