In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about how to proceed with your workout when all the major equipment is taken, where to pick up after a hiatus from working out, if it is better to do a slow, more gradual cut as opposed to a shorter, more drastic “mini cut," and how body dysmorphia can sabotage our health and fitness goals. Why the guys want to get an autotune machine. (5:37) How ...
May 22, 2019•1 hr 35 min
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin talk with world-renowned strength and conditioning Joe DeFranco. The moment he knew he was meant to help people. (6:25) How his ‘tunnel-focused’ mentality jump-started his career early on. (8:12) How did the relationship with Onnit happen? Fall out? (11:30) His process of scaling himself out of the day to day gym owner duties. (23:40) His biggest problems with CrossFit. (28:29) The evolution of his training methodology. (44:24) Are there different protocols ...
May 20, 2019•1 hr 51 min
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the traditional deadlift vs. a trap bar deadlift, LISS at work and maintaining an anabolic state, pre-workout's affect on the fat burning process and Doug's health and wellness journey. The nostalgia of 80s movies: Good and bad. (4:37) Sal recaps the 2nd day of the handgun training course. (10:12) How Sal uses Brain.fm to fall asleep after a...
May 18, 2019•1 hr 33 min
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by MAPS Fitness Products (www.mapsfitnessproducts.com), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the pros & cons of doing cardio before weight training vs after, what a woman’s focus for fitness/health be through pregnancy, the biomarker that offers the most benefit to people and what you should look for in a business partner. A discussion of the hip hop of old vs. today. (3:50) A case for why you should AVOID artificial sweeteners. (7:31) Cl...
May 17, 2019•1 hr 17 min
A well defined, muscular 6-pack is almost universally admired and is the goal of many gym goers. In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin break down exactly what it takes to build a visible 6-pack in the shortest amount of time possible. How Catrina has as many bikinis as Adam does shoes. (1:59) What is the allure around the abs? (3:30) The two major factors that contribute to the definition of your abs. (7:07) The myths surrounding the PROPER training of your abs. (10:15) What are the actions of t...
May 16, 2019•54 min
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the best way to recover from overtraining once you realize you have been overtraining, what their training looks like as they age into their 40s & 50s, the importance of considering finances when entering into a relationship, and the greatest thing their mothers taught them. Sal’s hack to help with the muscle building process post workou...
May 15, 2019•1 hr 37 min
The Guys interview Dr. Roy Vongtama. His background in the space, how he got into it and what is he currently doing. (2:18) Flourishing vs. languishing mindset and how your thoughts affect the body. (17:27) How you have to be careful about how you ‘word’ things. (23:04) The ‘weird’ power of the placebo effect. (27:20) Do they have any research to show cancer survival rates with changes of attitude? (31:19) Why don’t doctors talk about diet and nutrition? (34:02) Taking ownership of your life in ...
May 13, 2019•1 hr 17 min
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the strict press vs push press, the value of progressive overload for losing fat, pointers to help correct poor patterns when walking, and how to train someone who thinks you are training too slow. How Justin uses Brain.fm to block out the noise and distractions of the world. (3:50) If Mind Pump was a burger. (5:33) When the small guy gets b...
May 11, 2019•1 hr 26 min
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by MAPS Fitness Products (www.mapsfitnessproducts.com), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about explosive reps vs. slower tempo reps for hypertrophy, staying lean when transitioning from counting macros to intuitive eating, how to adjust training and nutrition when sleep deprived and the most challenging thing they face when trying to achieve balance in their lives. The strategy to ‘ween’ yourself off caffeine. (3:58) How Skinny Dipped almonds a...
May 10, 2019•1 hr 15 min
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin go into detail how to speed up your metabolism in three steps How people simply aren’t AWARE what they are doing to their own bodies. (2:45) What is metabolism in the context of fitness? (9:09) Are you taking in fewer calories than you are burning? (13:08) How to make fat loss easier and permanent! (14:50) Why you MUST give your body a REASON to have a faster metabolism. (18:35) Step 1: The best way to lift weights PROPERLY, to INCREASE your metabolism. (22:...
May 09, 2019•58 min
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about tips and tricks to help reduce marijuana use, the bison squat bar, the good, bad and ugly of the United States' Food Pyramid (now My Plate), and their thoughts on celebrity transformations. Why people are interested in new information + how Seed stands out from the rest. (6:01) There is another new addition to the Di Stefano Household. Why y...
May 08, 2019•1 hr 31 min
In this episode Sal, Adam and Justin talk with Mike Cessario, co-founder and CEO of Liquid Death, a water brand disrupting the bottled water market. Liquid Death is a new Mind Pump partner so please go out and support at liquiddeath.com! Inventing the viral video: How brands use marketing to get attention, being authentic & MORE. (3:34) Why fun can be healthy. (9:42) Disrupting the industry and saving the planet at the same time. (17:35) How long have they been in business, what kind of trac...
May 06, 2019•1 hr 13 min
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about natural ways to fix a hormone imbalance in females, thoughts on Les Mills classes such as Grit, Bodypump, etc., the ideal body fat percentage for men and women and how The Rock can keep up his physique and yet work so hard and sleep so little. The guys recap their trip back from the Oakland Hills: Organifi Pure, MacGyver allergy masks & ...
May 04, 2019•1 hr 19 min
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about training biceps, how running can be done efficiently and effectively, how a prolonged caloric deficit followed by binging affects metabolism, and a typical day of eating for the Mind Pump Crew. Best pick-up lines, multiple personalities and the ego we create. (4:15) Mind Pump’s newest sponsor Kettle & Fire. (9:50) Butcher Box, farm raise...
May 03, 2019•1 hr 24 min
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Raja Dhir, co-founder and co-CEO of Seed. His background and how he got into the field. (3:07) How science is more objective than any other discipline. (6:15) Meshing translational science with traditional science. (9:35) The state of affairs with consumer health today: Breaking the myths in the current space. (14:30) What got him excited about getting into the field of the microbiome? (20:45) Understanding the field of microbiome science. (30:11)...
May 02, 2019•1 hr 59 min
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about great exercises to get arm definition, Hammer Strength machines versus free weights, how to get to a place where hunger is regulated, and career paths that are in demand that include health, nutrition and fitness. Mind Pump’s newest sponsor disrupting the space, Liquid Death Mountain Spring Water. (3:17) Mind Pump back from vacation: Spectac...
May 01, 2019•1 hr 21 min
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Dandapani, a Hindu priest, speaker on self development and entrepreneur. The practice of ‘Unwavering Focus’. (2:54) How can you practice concentration? (8:43) Why learning doesn’t make your wiser if you’re not implementing what you learn. (10:02) Where awareness goes, energy flows. (14:51) What is the difference between knowledge and wisdom? (19:19) The concept of learning to lean on your own spine. (23:24) What was the driving force behind him jo...
Apr 29, 2019•1 hr 15 min
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about using barbell complexes for building muscle AND burning fat at the same time, how to fix a chest imbalance, tools to stay disciplined when the motivation/excitement has run out, and the best investment opportunities right now and for the future. Tobacco company Philip Morris starts life insurance firm that offers discounts to smokers who qui...
Apr 27, 2019•1 hr 18 min
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by MAPS Fitness Products (www.mapsfitnessproducts.com), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about warming up and working up to working weight, the pros and cons of going barefoot, the surplus/deficit protocol for bulking and the four most famous people they would want on the podcast. Are film ratings more accurate today?? (4:59) Four Sigmatic had Adam at chocolate. His new favorite item from their product line. (7:24) The Rolex of blue-blocking gl...
Apr 26, 2019•1 hr 23 min
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Max Schmarzo of Strong by Science. Mind Pump recommends The Jordan Harbinger Show with Mike Posner. (2:43) Nothing will check your ego harder than hearing yourself talk for the first time. How everyone starts somewhere. (4:54) The losing battle of the scarcity mindset. (7:11) The two schools of thought when it comes to force production. (16:21) The aesthetics of movement: The concept of motor unit synchronization. (22:05) How it’s not the sport th...
Apr 25, 2019•1 hr 55 min
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about rebounding after a day of eating like crap, adjusting training intensity to balance lack of sleep, frequently asked questions that have become annoying over time, and the most important pieces of advice for someone who is about to open up their own gym. How TV shows of the past didn’t portray the future very well. (5:37) Recap of Mind Pump &...
Apr 24, 2019•1 hr 23 min
In this episode Sal, Adam and Justin go into detail about the newest MAPS program... P.E.D. This is by far the most advanced of all the MAPS programs and they go into detail why it was created, who it is for and how the program is set up. Fitness influencers’ photoshopping their photos, what’s next??!! How no one likes to be bamboozled + the rhyme and reason behind the MAPS method. (1:42) Why P.E.D. was created? (8:35) How programming has become a lost art in the world of bodybuilding. (13:20) T...
Apr 22, 2019•50 min
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Mike McCastle, a four-time world record holder who performs amazing feats of strength and performance. In 2015 he shattered the Guinness World Record for 'Most Pull-ups in 24 hours' by completing 5,804 pull-ups, all while wearing a 30 pound pack! Mike is the founder of the Twelve Labors Project, a charitable initiative driven by a purposeful mission to push the limits of human potential in hopes of inspiring others to explore their own capacity fo...
Apr 22, 2019•1 hr 7 min
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the age a child can start working out in the gym with a parent, how to choose the best morning routine, cryotherapy and ice baths for recovery and the benefits of meditation. Adam’s new Organifi ‘pre-podcast’ stack: Pure and Immunity. (3:45) How do we get wealthy people to want to do more good things?? Cater to their ego. (10:50) Is old man ...
Apr 20, 2019•1 hr 24 min
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by MAPS Fitness Products (www.mapsfitnessproducts.com), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about controlling massive hunger when going through MAPS Anabolic, what each of their diets looked like when they were in their best physical shape, mental health and the fitness industry and the value of interning for "influencers." The benefits of testing if you’re nutrient deficient before supplementation using Everly Well. (3:56) Mind Pump: Getting you ...
Apr 19, 2019•1 hr 24 min
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin talk with Joe Kudla, founder and CEO of Vuori Clothing. Five years ago Vuori was just an idea. Today Vuori can be found in Nordstrom, REI and shipped worldwide when ordered from their website. Joe has a fascinating story of multiple business ventures, some successful, others failures that have led to Vuori Clothing's "overnight success." Joe tells a good story and in this episode he tells of a strange run-in with a psychic woman who nudged him to take a leap...
Apr 18, 2019•1 hr 3 min
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the signs of overtraining, balancing pushing the limit with doing the minimum necessary to elicit change, social media influencers who hide their steroid use and the most embarrassing thing they have witnessed in a gym. Why does everything have CBD in it now?? (5:53) Follow up on the spread of ‘Rhabdo’ cases in the medical field due to extre...
Apr 17, 2019•1 hr 23 min
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin go into depth about cardio... the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to burning fat. What kind of cardio works best? How much cardio is ideal? Is there ever a time you should avoid cardio? All of these questions are answered so that you can get the maximum efficiency and benefit from your workouts. What needs to happen for your body to be able to tap into its stored energy (aka body fat)? (6:37) The dangerous ‘rat race’ we get ourselves into in regards...
Apr 15, 2019•1 hr 3 min
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about how to build the abs in order to see them at a higher body fat percentage, whether lifting weights is too much for a sedentary person getting started with fitness, going from high volume training to low volume training, and reaching fitness goals while struggling with an eating disorder. Getting rewarded for living a healthy lifestyle with ‘...
Apr 13, 2019•1 hr 10 min
In this episode of Quah, sponsored by MAPS Fitness Products (www.mapsfitnessproducts.com), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the most over-used, least effective movements in the gym, how to improve the mind to muscle connection, if when sick or getting sick it is better to push through and work out to boost the immune system or just take it easy, and Sal and Justin's #1 piece of advice regarding fatherhood for Adam. Mind Pump living the brand: How Sal uses cordyceps, from F...
Apr 12, 2019•1 hr 35 min
