In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin discuss two exercise techniques that are ignored or unknown to most people that can take an at-home workout to the next level. At the end of the episode they provide a full workout that incorporates both techniques. Mind Pump practicing what they preach. (5:11) How you can be creative and smart at the same time working out from home. (8:10) The two training techniques that will advance your at-home training. (10:44) Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) or Occlusio...
Apr 20, 2020•52 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether it is better to do straight sets or circuits when stuck at home doing body-weight training, how much weight is too much weight to put on when bulking, the value of re-feed days when cutting, and whether it is safe for pregnant women, who were not exercising prior to becoming pregnant, to begin a workout routine while pregnant. Arm measurements and body symmetry with Mind Pump. (6:42) Everly Well ...
Apr 18, 2020•1 hr 19 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether going “ass to grass” on squats has benefits physically or aesthetically, ways to stay disciplined and motivated to work out at home, tips for not seizing up and maintaining or improving mobility while sheltering in place, and uncommon stretches that work great for stretching the IT band. How the guys read to their kids. (5:35) Mind Pump recommends Chris D’Elia: No Pain on Netflix. (9:27) Sal make...
Apr 17, 2020•1 hr 10 min
COVID-19 has everyone on edge and in this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin discuss fear and anxiety and how to manage it through this crisis. How do we mentally prepare to reemerge back into society? (4:16) How fear can drive irrational behavior and distort perception. (9:00) Mind Pump shares personal accounts of coping with fear and anxiety. (12:50) What fear does to the body. (23:10) Actionable options to manage fear and anxiety. (31:25) Related Links/Products Mentioned April Promotion: MAPS Prim...
Apr 16, 2020•46 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about fixing hip-shift, transitioning into weightlifting after an injury, how the microbiome is linked to anxiety and depression, and things they’ve taken for granted that has come to light during the coronavirus lockdown. Signs that it's time to stop the snacking. (5:34) Dave Ramsey on answering the call, dealing with hard truths & MORE. (8:00) Are the cops going too far with giving out citations? (19:28)...
Apr 15, 2020•1 hr 17 min
In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin talk with well-known economist and author, Peter Schiff, on the likely long-term effect of COVID-19 on the economy. How the medicine may be worse than the disease. (4:21) The difference between money and wealth. (11:34) What causes inflation? (14:43) The consequences of inflation in history. (17:39) His predictions for the economy post-COVID-19. (22:40) Why is the government doing what they are doing? (25:55) Is American life better off today? (31:50) The ...
Apr 13, 2020•1 hr 34 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the most beneficial cardio machine for workouts, how to help a loved one correct their form without discouraging them, adjustments to MAPS Anywhere when working out with children, and the best way to measure someone’s physical fitness. Justin’s inappropriate comment. (5:10) Strange times out there. (7:19) How is selling alcohol considered essential? (11:04) In this current climate is promoting decriminal...
Apr 11, 2020•1 hr 7 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about rules of thumb for programming workouts, how quickly you lose muscle mass when no longer working out with heavy weights, the best way to progress MAPS Anywhere during the extending "shelter in place" period, and accessory exercises for building the deadlift. Sal has some issues with governmental central planning. (8:10) Mind Pump gets bamboozled. (15:25) Coronavirus has everyone howling at the moon. (18:...
Apr 10, 2020•1 hr 18 min
In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin discuss why sometimes eating less than ideal food and not being productive actually serves your overall health. Mind Pump gets controversial. (4:01) What being “healthy” actually means. (8:05) Breaking down the 4 known categories of health and how they are all interconnected. (12:00) How moderation is the key and even a good thing can be abused. (15:27) The importance of when to optimize and adapt to ‘home base’. (18:45) The value of fasting to use as a to...
Apr 09, 2020•54 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the type of lifter that is having the easiest time adjusting to at-home workouts, whether blood flow restriction is safe during strength training, the effectiveness of inserting isometric holds into the middle of a workout, and whether some foods that are prepared from scratch at home be considered “processed foods.” Mind Pump are big dance guys. (6:28) Spotify is crushing it! (9:14) How you are invincib...
Apr 08, 2020•1 hr 17 min
In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin discuss how anyone can train their mindset to improve their life. How you do anything is how you do everything. (4:45) The driver of self-hate vs the driver of self-care. (14:30) Differences between motivation and discipline. (27:18) Growth vs fixed mindset. (39:25) The significance of re-framing your perspective. (46:00) How to train and develop a winning mindset. (50:55) Related Links/Products Mentioned April Promotion: MAPS Prime/Prime Pro ½ off! **Code...
Apr 06, 2020•1 hr 5 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the best accessory lifts to increase the overhead press, good strength or mobility moves for the rotator cuff, how long to stick with exercises before switching to new ones, and whether gyms still should be charging trainers rent to train clients while the gym is mandated closed. Has Marvel jumped the shark? (5:28) Is the future of new movie releases on streaming platforms? (11:27) India is on lockdown. ...
Apr 04, 2020•1 hr 19 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about how having more muscle speeds up your metabolism, how to spot a good at-home workout plan versus a poorly planned one, favorite healthy food swaps, and book recommendations for the quarantine. Mind Pump’s despicable movie rentals from back in the day. (7:30) How taking ZBiotics can assist with the current rise in alcohol consumption. (16:15) Doug the mule. (19:15) Sal’s ‘lockdown’ health hacks. (21:13) F...
Apr 03, 2020•1 hr 26 min
In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin discuss why fitness assessments are important if you want to reach your fitness goals, how to perform them and exercises to fix less than ideal movement patterns. The value of a good assessment to reinforce better movement patterns. (3:02) The importance of having a specific goal and direction you want to go. (6:27) Why you must honestly assess your fitness level. (14:23) The significance of addressing the areas of pain in your body to create better recrui...
Apr 02, 2020•1 hr 7 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the absolute MUST-DOs to maintain your physique during a quarantine, what to do on a daily basis for general body maintenance, ways stay mentally fit during the lock down, and their thoughts on 24 Hour Fitness not freezing memberships. Sal is back! (5:17) Justin’s death-defying story. (6:29) The effects of stress on your body. (19:05) Stress eating while being sheltered in place. (21:05) Mind Pump’s stre...
Apr 01, 2020•1 hr 13 min
In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin discuss seven common beliefs that men have about fitness that are impeding their success. Challenging and explaining the 7 biggest male fitness myths. (4:35) #1 – You must lift heavy to get big. (7:50) #2 - Training to failure is necessary for your body to respond. (16:32) #3 - Intensity is king. (28:29) #4 - You need to eat big to get big. (38:25) #5 – Taking steroids guarantees muscle. (47:20) #6 - The biggest guys in the gym must know the most. (56:57) ...
Mar 30, 2020•1 hr 13 min
1259: How to Properly Use Full Range of Motion When Lifting, Ways to Get Kids to Eat Healthy, the Pros & Cons of Artificial Sweeteners & MORE Breaking down what the stimulus package means for you. (4:50) What would you do for bailout money from the government? (8:22) Elon Musk is still operating at full speed and looking into the future. (14:40) Mind Pump Recommends Tiger King on Netflix. (20:15) Mind Pump talks about politics. (22:15) The false perception that you know how to run a busi...
Mar 28, 2020•1 hr 28 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about changing nutrition to account for being much more sedentary, the advantages of increasing or decreasing weight, the benefits to doing workouts in higher temperatures and helping a family member understand the advantages of weightlifting. Shopping in the age of COVID-19. (8:41) Building the skills to handle massive failure and come back stronger. (15:17) How large companies/brands are pivoting to do their...
Mar 27, 2020•1 hr 18 min
In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin discuss the best at-home exercises for all parts of the body. Why working out without equipment doesn’t mean you have to have bad workouts. (2:46) The biggest challenges of at-home workouts. (4:33) The best at-home exercises, proper techniques and ways to see the greatest progression for all parts of the body. Chest. (5:40) Back. (13:55) Shoulders. (23:17) Legs. (29:03) Core. (40:35) Arms. (44:30) Mobility. (48:00) How to piece it all together and structur...
Mar 26, 2020•55 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about what to do if less motivated to workout at home vs. going to the gym, the best way to implement an at home exercise program, what to do about a dramatic appetite increase while sheltering at home, and what it means to workout to fatigue vs. going it to failure. Sal’s connection to the situation going on in Italy. (8:08) Updates on COVID-19. (14:00) Sal’s self-inflicted paranoia. (15:59) Justin is a perfe...
Mar 25, 2020•1 hr 19 min
In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin give actionable ways trainers can adapt to maintain their businesses and even thrive during this period of gym closures and uncertainty. How the coronavirus crisis has impacted society, affected the economy & MORE. (3:21) Why Mind Pump love trainers so much. (5:41) What a trainer's true role is for their clients. (8:32) Do not be reactive, be proactive. (11:42) The value a trainer can provide through Facetime. (16:35) Placing a focus on mobility and ho...
Mar 23, 2020•44 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about rest-pause sets and how can they be used in a workout, “curing” a sugar addiction, teaching a weightlifting class to middle schoolers, and tips and strategies to help with forward shoulder. Does ibuprofen make the coronavirus worse? (5:45) Should we take elderberry if we have the virus? (8:17) Why Italy has a high infection and death rate. (11:02) Time to invest in Facebook ads. (13:34) Florida did not g...
Mar 21, 2020•1 hr 17 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether the gallon of water a day recommendation is a real thing or just a myth, kipping pull-ups as a substitute for strict pull-ups, combining a therapy practice with personal training, and what to do if lifts are affected by hypermobility. Sal’s self-quarantine. (5:00) The industries that are CRUSHING during this hysteria. (8:00) The influx of online coaching and what NCI is doing to help personal tra...
Mar 20, 2020•1 hr 11 min
In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Wynn Silberman, a sports agent who has represented well-known pros in the NFL and MLB. Wynn is full of fascinating behind the scenes stories. Why he believes oxygen heals. (3:59) His take on stem cell treatment. (5:38) What things have impressed him the most when it comes to recovery and rehab? (6:30) Why stem cell research in the US is so slow. (8:25) How many athletes are ACTUALLY investing in their recovery and health? (9:20) Pablo Sandoval l...
Mar 19, 2020•1 hr 25 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether going to failure can be beneficial every once in a while, if “big-boned” is actually a thing or just an excuse for individuals who are overweight, whether Jefferson Curls are good or bad, and tips for mental exhaustion from the gym. Justin’s impressive tongue. (4:40) Sal’s possible replacements. (5:55) Mind Pump’s #staycation is on! (8:00) Adam and Justin geek out over Westworld. (9:40) How the c...
Mar 18, 2020•59 min
In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin discuss how to maintain fitness when gyms are closed, bolster the immune system and maintain a positive state of mind during the stressful coronavirus pandemic. The Mind Pump way, being effective in scary times and not motivated by fear. (5:00) The negativity biases that are all-consuming. (7:45) The incredible opportunity to do good and rise above. (10:50) The power of the human spirit. (15:15) Things you can do for yourself that will help you stay fit, h...
Mar 16, 2020•45 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about tips to maintain muscle when gyms are closed due to the coronavirus, the best ways to stretch and strengthen the quadratus lumborum, habits they have introduced in the last year, both good or bad, and how to learn to not identify your body image as your self-image? Gyms in modern times. (4:33) Ace inhibiting drugs and their connection to the coronavirus. (7:13) Is the man-flu a real thing? (10:06) Pepsi ...
Mar 14, 2020•1 hr 12 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about what to do when you struggle with taking rest days, the best affordable high quality protein sources, the ideal role that HIIT and LISS cardio play in a workout to maximize fat loss and retain muscle, and foods that are wrongfully demonized. Revolutionary study on incorporating diet breaks. (4:57) Mind Pump speculates on the future impact of the coronavirus for all industries. (11:15) Ways to boost the i...
Mar 13, 2020•1 hr 20 min
In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin discuss the potential negative impacts of consuming too much sugar. The demonization of sugar. (5:00) The addictive properties of sugar and the physiological effects on your body. (7:39) How we evolved to crave it. (12:19) Things that studies have shown that high sugar diets contribute to . (14:48) #1 - Weight Gain. (16:15) #2 - Risk for heart disease. (21:26) Expressing empathy for former clients and themselves. (24:00) #3 - Acne. (30:34) #4 - Effect on t...
Mar 12, 2020•56 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether red light therapy actually helps reduce the appearance of cellulite, ways to prevent joint pain when lifting heavy, whether it is better to do small portions of mobility work throughout the week or to dedicate a full day to just mobility, and the popularity of “What I eat in a day” vlogs. Public vs Private schools. The differences, big issues, impact & MORE. (4:58) The anti-anxiety and neurol...
Mar 11, 2020•1 hr 15 min
