In 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: If you are going to consume heavily processed foods, find some that are high in PROTEIN! (1:45) Why you want to avoid hitting the snooze button. (9:56) Fun facts about Target. (17:02) Mind Pump Workouts: Current training and nutrition updates. (20:06) Parent influencers and having the maturity to deal with fame. (39:11) Ca...
Apr 14, 2023•1 hr 16 min
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with fitness mogul, Chalene Johnson. “If there is a problem to solve, I will solve it and make some money.” (1:29) Capitalizing on her opportunities and choosing fitness. (5:36) Her rock bottom and why she left the fitness space. (16:20) You get happy, and you lose the weight. (29:05) Declutter your life, and things will fall into place. (38:11) Having the “Fonzie” attitude. (42:59) Fitness is a gateway drug. (46:41) Choosing family first. (48:27) Not wor...
Apr 13, 2023•1 hr 53 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: When it comes to training your body or doing things to your body, a little bit of stress can actually make you healthier and stronger. (2:07) How Justin is currently using the Mobility Wall. (13:46) Seeing things for the first time. (16:25) Is Saudi Arabia buying attention? (18:52) The OnlyFans phenomenon. (22:12) How propaganda can be harmful and misleading. (31:26) The Democrats are playing a...
Apr 12, 2023•1 hr 40 min
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with scientist Kevin Bass about his controversial Newsweek article. Being objective through experience. His early years and background in the medical space. (1:51) Without health, what do you have? (12:54) Going from the debunker to getting attacked by the mob. (17:08) Breaking the shell around him. (23:30) Causing more harm than good. (32:34) Sharing his health scare with the vaccines. (36:44) The ‘evidence gap’ in science. (41:24) Debating the COVID vac...
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 21 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: A high-protein diet is SUPERIOR to a calorie-restricted diet. (1:53) Is lab-grown meat a net positive or negative for society? (14:51) Fun Facts with Justin: When was the guillotine last used? (24:36) COVID kids. (28:37) The evolution of soft drinks. (31:28) Adam’s cigarette days. (35:46) The guy's worst habits. (37:47) Dirty roommates. (40:45) Adam’s a BIG gym guy once again. (47:46) You don’t...
Apr 08, 2023•1 hr 59 min
In 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: The MOST important/valuable investment you will ever make in your fitness journey is hiring a good coach/trainer. (2:26) Fun Facts with Justin: Who was originally cast as the Predator monster? (16:12) The tragic story of Whitney Houston and her daughter. (21:14) Alarming news regarding A.I. (25:03) What are liquid trees an...
Apr 07, 2023•1 hr 31 min
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Don Saladino, trainer of Hugh Jackman, Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively and many other Hollywood A-Listers. “You are all expendable.” His origin story in the health & fitness space. (2:19) Working with celebrities compared to athletes. (18:14) Dealing with ‘snake oil’ actors in the business. (26:22) How using data points can become weapons. (33:49) The craziest celebrity transformation. (37:33) Why he stays away from performance-enhancing drugs. (41:05) H...
Apr 06, 2023•1 hr 35 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Don’t believe the negative hype around salt/sodium! (2:29) When science goes too far. (18:09) The most decorated wrestler of all time. (30:00) Massive hands. (31:56) The guys express their love of the ‘John Wick’ Series. (34:21) Waco is one of the biggest black eyes in American history. (37:21) Strange science phenomena's. (45:41) Fun Facts with Justin: Bluetooth technology and Wi-Fi. (56:40) M...
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 43 min
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss six things someone can do to alleviate the stress of going to the gym. Were the guys ever intimidated walking into gym settings? (2:00) Why gyms are some of the MOST welcoming and encouraging places. (10:21) Six Ways to Overcome Your Fear of Going to the Gym. #1 - Realize you are not the exception. (15:37) #2 - Expect you will suck, make peace with the worst outcome. (17:36) #3 - Have a plan. (21:36) #4 - Master a few movements. (22:33) #5 - Frequency b...
Apr 03, 2023•38 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Power herbs, i.e., Rhodiola and cordyceps can increase performance and stamina. (1:40) Justin’s bad example. (9:44) Moms are champions. (12:35) The important leaps with your children. (15:49) Adam’s dad flex. (18:15) The myth of maintenance. (21:12) The Waffle House Index. (27:31) Another reason why you shouldn’t do long-distance running. (29:35) Jimmy G approved. (32:24) The sneaky “jock tax.”...
Apr 01, 2023•1 hr 46 min
In 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: Using the CGM device as a tool to lose weight. (2:14) The controversy surrounding Ozempic/semaglutide. (11:42) Psyop’s for hire. (19:24) Crazy facts on Genghis Kahn. (26:04) Lunchables coming to a school cafeteria near you. (33:13) Fun Facts with Justin: The Venezuelan Poodle Moth. (35:03) Competitiveness amongst the guy’s...
Mar 31, 2023•1 hr 25 min
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with movement specialists Kelly and Juliet Starrett. The politicization of health & fitness. (2:12) The biggest problem with the fitness space. (10:52) The universal language of strength training. (15:17) The importance of tracking your vital signs. (20:29) How to combat being jet lagged on Monday. (24:39) Taking the systems approach with their clients. (30:09) Balancing beliefs and rituals with high-level athletes. (34:23) The ultimate performance hack f...
Mar 30, 2023•1 hr 56 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: CBD, especially full spectrum hemp oil, might actually be a good pre-workout! (2:44) Money and happiness. (18:04) Men and women are wired differently. (32:44) The fun cognitive leaps in kids. (36:29) The growing prevalence of autoimmune issues and their connection to your mind/body. (40:14) Check out Mind Pump Park City. (49:45) Shout out to Dr. Will Cole. (51:35) #ListenerLive question #1 - Ho...
Mar 29, 2023•1 hr 29 min
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin talk to Dr. Becky Campbell and Dr. Krystal Hohn about the value of functional medicine to address and correct imbalances in the body. How common are hormone imbalances and are they getting worse? (3:23) Inflammation is at the root of EVERYTHING. (14:13) Their path to functional medicine through their own health issues. (16:25) What made them decide to work together? (23:49) The most common issues they see in their practice. (24:28) The symptoms of hypothyroidis...
Mar 27, 2023•1 hr 14 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Probiotics are up there as a supplement that can help with athletic performance. (2:12) Do you remember your kids doing something that you could never do? (8:39) The older generation was built differently. (17:38) The Top 5 careers of millionaires. (20:13) Fun Facts with Justin: The Las Vegas mole people. (25:40) If Mind Pump was a Ninja Turtle. (28:55) Mind Pump Recommends, MH370: The Plane Th...
Mar 25, 2023•1 hr 48 min
In 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: One of the MOST nutrient-dense foods on the planet that is phenomenal for building muscle, recovery, and athletic performance is red meat! If you want to take advantage of its muscle-building properties, go with grass-fed. (2:13) Falling for the traps and the skill of effective communication. (12:15) What the SVB ‘bailout’...
Mar 24, 2023•1 hr 18 min
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover six reasons why eating too little can actually make you put on body fat. Fatter doesn’t necessarily mean heavier. (3:06) Six ways that eating too little can make you fatter. #1 - You lose muscle, and it's harder to build. (13:10) #2 - Slower metabolism. (15:39) #3 - You have less energy to move or exercise. (22:20) #4 - Hormones shift to fat storage. (27:30) #5 - Tends to result in binging. (29:44) #6 - Tends to result in nutrient deficiencies. (33:05) Re...
Mar 23, 2023•38 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Three of the MOST important factors to consider when you work out are the following: Frequency, intensity, and volume. (2:27) The Kreatures of Habit jacked rat! (14:41) Most drug dealers are broke. (18:01) The fears surrounding the SVB collapse. (27:17) Are dating apps, like Tinder, unraveling? (38:47) Justin’s latest ‘Gymnastics Dad’ experience. (45:17) You can’t become a better parent without...
Mar 22, 2023•1 hr 35 min
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Dr. Will Cole about diets and taking control of your health. How sustainable wellness must be born out of self-respect. (2:12) Bridging the gap between how people eat vs. how they feel. (6:32) Creating your resilient center. (8:56) The evolution of diet cultures. (11:56) The politicization of diets. (15:30) The mind-body connection. (20:17) The role the microbiome plays in your gut health. (26:05) Bio-individuality and immune responses to certain foo...
Mar 20, 2023•1 hr 1 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Resistance bands are NOT just for beginners! If you are advanced, look to bands to provide some tremendous value. (1:37) Kids say the darndest things. (14:15) The mental health applications of red-light therapy. (16:29) Welcome to ‘Musk-ville’. (18:58) The ‘all-star’ philosophy for success. (25:50) Shares vs. dollars for compensation. (30:25) Fun Facts with Justin: Sea monsters and their whale...
Mar 18, 2023•1 hr 36 min
In 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: Here is an easy way to control your appetite, and your energy, and to improve behaviors that lead to healthier eating. START your day off with a high protein, high fiber meal. (2:36) Justin is no longer the ‘cake’ master. (14:10) Nature vs. nurture in raising successful kids. (26:17) What else is there they can make EXTREM...
Mar 17, 2023•1 hr 25 min
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with peptide researcher and author Jay Campbell. How he became the ultimate biohacker of his health. (1:53) The science of peptides. (7:21) What is a bioregulator? (11:42) Are there side effects from peptides? (14:17) The “ShamWow” peptide. (17:01) Growth hormone releasing peptides 101. (21:00) Why peptides need to be cycled. (24:38) Be a smart consumer. (34:45) MOTS-c, the amazing mitochondria stimulator. (38:00) What is the prime reason we lose hair? (4...
Mar 16, 2023•1 hr 17 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here is one of the EASIEST ways to improve athletic performance, and cognitive ability, reduce inflammation and just feel better. Aim for one gallon of water EVERY single day! (2:27) Paranormal News with Justin: The Michigan Hell House. (14:21) Adam was duped. (22:58) Full exorcism. (26:06) How many ways can we try and play God? (29:08) The hierarchy of processed foods. (41:18) Will we see Adam...
Mar 15, 2023•1 hr 50 min
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with trainer Braydon Barrett of Look Like You Lift. His background and how he got into the fitness space. (3:53) How he social media as a tool for educating. (5:30) You MUST coach in person if you want to be successful. (6:55) Why he is NOT a fan of the big box gym model. (9:36) Approaching everything in life with a scientific plan of attack. (11:17) Concept. Literature. Application. (13:24) Biggest misconceptions heard from his clients. (15:38) Using the...
Mar 13, 2023•1 hr 27 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: We give ourselves jet lag every Monday. How do you solve this? Go to bed at the same time EVERY DAY and watch your health improve! (2:16) Are the older comedians falling into the success trap? (12:58) Can fashion trick A.I? (23:59) The concept of the 15-minute city. (27:00) Your phone is ALWAYS listening. (28:26) The Mind Pump Amish plan. (33:54) Why are we making things easier for pedophiles? ...
Mar 11, 2023•1 hr 35 min
In 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: STOP blaming everyone and everything for your challenges! Focus on what you can control and nothing else. (2:12) The guys express their frustration over fitness influencers’ pressure to post. (12:33) Cool facts on Bruce Lee. (25:17) A superfood that no one wants to eat. (33:15) The lady in the restaurant that almost died! ...
Mar 10, 2023•1 hr 29 min
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover six steps to improving your strength in the big lifts. One of the single most effective things you can do to change the appearance of your body is to simply get stronger at the bench press, the squat, and the deadlift. (1:28) There are VERY few exercises that have such broad carry-over to other exercises than the Big 3. (5:21) The biggest limiting factor when it comes to developing a nice physique and body. (10:39) The importance of having your muscles wo...
Mar 09, 2023•48 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Compound lifts ALWAYS before isolation lifts, except when it’s hard for you to connect to a certain muscle. (2:21) The strength training trend is going mainstream. (8:16) Staying consistent with the Green Juice from Organifi. (12:40) Dad Trivia: What does the universal 60-year-old-man celebration look like at a sporting event? (15:06) Theft and self-checkout. (17:57) The genius of Mr. Rogers. (...
Mar 08, 2023•1 hr 33 min
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Jason Phillips about how to find success a fitness and nutrition coach. How will A.I. impact online coaching? (2:11) It’s about the journey and not the immediate outcomes. (7:13) Why coaches are just really helping you avoid your pitfalls. (16:11) Desire vs. need. (17:41) Defining what “works.” (25:56) Why coaches must SELL the right ideas and the right methods better than they sell the bad ideas and bad methods. (28:35) Focusing on the root cause. (...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 29 min
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Want to get a better pump for your next workout? Have a nice BIG glass of water 30 minutes before your workout. (2:10) A brief history of why they re-branded Tab soda. (10:34) Dad Trivia: How well does the Jordan Brand do with Nike? (13:54) The worst college degrees. (15:14) HUGE news in the world of mental health treatment. (22:06) Join Adam and Sal at NCI’s Coaching Con in April! (29:52) Just...
Mar 04, 2023•2 hr 2 min
