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Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer, Justin Andrews, Doug Eggewww.mindpumpmedia.com
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 @mindpumpmedia, @mindpumpsal, @mindpumpadam, @mindpumpjustin & @mindpumpdoug and at mindpumppodcast.com. Get expertly programmed Mind Pump training protocols at mapsfitnessproducts.com

Episodes

2233: The Importance of Protein Quality, the Truth About Lifting & Reduced Flexibility, Reasons You May Feel More Cold After Fat Loss & More

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: Exercises are TECHNIQUES! Treat them as a skill. It’s NOT always about getting sore and tired. (3:13) Shoes are hard to buy. (13:45) Don’t mess with the thermostat! (17:28) The fascinating side effects of taking semaglutide. (18:40) Use Entera to darken your hair. (23:22) Looking better with age. (25:08) Katie Sandwina: Th...

Dec 22, 20231 hr 22 min

2232: Age-Proof Your Muscles, Bones & Brain With Dr. Gabrielle Lyon

Sick vs. healthy muscle. (2:36) The best test for looking at the health of skeletal muscle. (8:30) The difference between fat and its influence on your hormones. (10:20) Why the way we have intellectualized medicine is backwards! (15:00) “The wider the waistline, the lower the brain volume.” (20:57) Why you are never too old to build muscle. (25:02) Why the food pyramid is the worst social experiment we’ve ever had. (29:52) Going down the scary direction of becoming more planet-based from animal...

Dec 21, 20231 hr 25 min

2231: The Negative Effects of Protein Shakes, How to Train to Improve Golf Performance, the Truth About the “Butt Wink” & More

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email [email protected] if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: BE the example! (3:07) The genius of Spotify’s Wrapped. (24:57) Market updates and office vacancies in San Francisco. (29:40) Have creators lost their artistry in what they do? (35:26) Playgrounds were different back in the day. (40:12) Updating the audience on the guy's treatments done in Mexico. (44:01...

Dec 20, 20231 hr 49 min

2230: How to Optimize Your Training, Diet & Lifestyle After Age 40

Your lifestyle has a MASSIVE impact on how you feel as you get older. (2:59) What is going to keep you healthy & fit at 20, is NOT the same as what’s going to keep you healthy when you’re 40. (7:28) The general considerations we see of people who are 40+ years old. (9:00) The challenges facing this avatar. (18:06) How the workout programming is laid out. (22:53) The first program that includes LIFESTYLE programming. (31:46) The unique lifestyle guidelines within the program. (41:55) Related Link...

Dec 18, 202348 min

2229: Ways to Correct an Extreme Muscle Asymmetry, Tips to Overcome Excessive Water Retention, How to Prevent Muscle Loss When Training for a Half Marathon & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email [email protected] if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: What you did that worked for you before ISN’T guaranteed to work again. The old rules do not apply. (2:21) The guys share their experiences of “special” treatments done in Mexico. (23:01) Are you willing to pay a lot for exceptional customer service? (26:40) The Cybertruck avatar. (36:19) Eight Sleep is ...

Dec 16, 20231 hr 38 min

2228: When to Use Partial Reps, the Best Way to Learn Workout Programming, the Benefits of Rhodiola & More

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: Five steps to hack the negative effects of alcohol consumption. (1:39) Busting myths with Sal: Why pasta tastes different in Italy, why people in New York are rude, and why most states dislike people from California. (15:25) Gambling stories and habits of Mind Pump. (19:34) Are the guys for or against companies ripping the...

Dec 15, 20231 hr 19 min

2227: How to Get in the Best Shape of Your Life in 2024

Seven Steps to Get in the Best Shape of Your Life in 2024. (1:41) #1 - Manage your algorithms. (2:32) #2 - Eat foods that encourage you to eat less. (12:20) #3 - Lift weights with a plan. (18:34) #4 - Walk a little bit 3 times a day (no distractions). (22:31) #5 - Set a water goal and hit it. (27:44) #6 - Train and eat to feel good, not look good. (31:42) #7 - Go to bed and wake up at the same time. (36:46) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: RGB Bundle 50% off! ** Code RGB50 at ...

Dec 14, 202342 min

2226: When Slowing Down Reps is Better Than Adding Weight, the Pros & Cons of Training for Different Adaptations Each Workout, What Mid-Workout Shakiness or Cold Sweats May Mean & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email [email protected] if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: How to become a successful personal trainer. (2:51) The celebrity power and pull of Elon Musk. (15:35) Will Disney survive their recent downfalls? (18:57) Mind Pump’s favorite holiday films. (21:57) Men’s #1 dating red flag and cologne preferences. (26:04) Recapping the Mind Pump Holiday Party. (32:26) W...

Dec 13, 20231 hr 46 min

2225: How to be a Great Parent & Raise Successful Children With Adam Lane Smith

Installment #4: How to be a great parent and raise successful children. (1:24) Topics covered in this segment. (2:03) Why modern parenting is SO hard. (3:37) How people view parenting today. (10:55) How attachment issues poison parents. (18:08) How kids get wrecked. (20:37) Fixing your attachment is going to help. (23:55) The model of apprentice adults. (25:32) Building a self-correcting family system. (26:11) The 10-minute daily approach. (32:50) Raise adults so that you can be friends with the...

Dec 11, 202356 min

2224: The Ideal Body Fat to Build Muscle as a Woman, How to Address Body Parts That Seem Out of Proportion, Training Tips for Endurance Athletes Who Want to Maintain or Build Muscle & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you’re going to train to failure, do it the RIGHT way. (1:53) LMNT is ‘tasty’ water. (11:28) A hack when it comes to consuming nuts. (14:50) Swollen faces and the highlights from their episode with Jordan Peterson. (16:50) Elon Musk stands by his principles. (21:51) Mark Cuban for President? (28:23) The small community of billionaires. (38:32) If Mind Pump were billionaires, what would they...

Dec 09, 20231 hr 40 min

2223: The Risk of Muscle Loss From Overtraining, the Benefit of Cycling Calories for Fat Loss, Tips for Dealing With ADHD & More

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: Meat is one of the MOST nutrient-dense foods! (2:04) When you have that one loose cannon “friend.” (25:03) Organifi’s Gold Juice is ultra-relaxing. (45:01) Justin’s man cave. (46:38) Do we need aliens to distract us from everything? (47:34) Strange News with Sak: Malaysia Airlines 370 and the Pentagon. (50:24) Fun Facts wi...

Dec 08, 20231 hr 21 min

2222: Astronaut Mike Massimino

Was the moon landing, real or fake? (2:03) How we are living in paradise and MUST take advantage of every moment. (4:33) His definition of ‘home’. (8:55) The biggest misunderstandings of spacewalking. (10:24) Thinking and preparing for everything that can go wrong. (13:06) Space debris is a problem. (18:35) The process of becoming an astronaut. (22:14) The leaders or trainers that stood out to him. (35:20) Gravity is the problem. (40:19) The experience of takeoff. (42:14) The most accurate space...

Dec 07, 20232 hr 2 min

2221: Ways to Develop Strong Hands, How to Peak for a One-Rep Max, Workout Tips for New Parents & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email [email protected] if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: An active or spiritual practice makes you healthier/happier, and contributes significantly to longevity. (2:33) The famous shell game. (16:30) The ability to create new songs with old artists. (19:31) Celebrating the Godfather of rock n’ roll. (21:58) Evidence of social contagion. (23:41) The climate is ...

Dec 06, 20232 hr 5 min

2220: How to Stay Consistent With Your Workouts

We don’t have a weight loss problem in America, but a KEEP the weight off problem. (1:47) Five Ways to Stay Consistent with Your Workouts. #1 - Set appropriate goals. (6:16) #2 - Make the approach challenging but realistic. (12:00) #3 - Encourage a great workout experience. (16:45) #4 - Don’t beat the crap out of yourself. (19:41) #5 - Point out progress and wins. (24:52) #6 - Don’t shame them, but also be honest and firm. (29:50) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit ZBiotics for an exclusive ...

Dec 04, 202335 min

2219: What to Do When Body Fat Doesn’t Drop Even When Cutting Calories, How to Break a Squat Plateau, Ways to Fix an Anterior Pelvic Tilt & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email [email protected] if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Why Big Food wants you to eat less protein. (1:53) Why is Sal cutting ALL artificial sweeteners? (13:42) Justin’s Christmas tree fiasco. (16:36) The Di Stefano’s chaotic family gathering. (28:48) Changing traditions. (41:22) Inflation is still here. (46:05) Justin’s hamstring snafu. (53:42) Shout out to ...

Dec 02, 20231 hr 49 min

2218 How to Pick the Correct Weight to Hit Your Ideal Rep Range, Ways to Increase Healthy Fat Intake Without Adding Too Many Calories, the Pros & Cons of Focusing on Concentric Exercises & More

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: DON’T be afraid of salt! (2:13) If you can’t beat them, join them! (12:13) The imminent reverse market crash. (17:32) The car market bubble and valet tales. (20:04) Naming cars and guitars. (28:40) Elon Musk is a ‘billionaire bro’. (31:29) The war between Open AI and Google. (35:10) An urban legend that turned out to be tr...

Dec 01, 20231 hr 11 min

2217: Dr. Jordan B. Peterson

The goal and reason why he created the ARC (Alliance for Responsible Citizenship) conference. (1:41) The hierarchy of values. (14:12) Why narratives/stories are important to humans. (19:47) How biblical stories are at the core of the shared story we all see the world. (32:20) The basic flaw in diversity and multicultural theory. (39:25) The frightening trend of childlessness among women. (47:28) What drives his natural curiosity? (54:15) Which reality are we going to choose? (1:01:40) The import...

Nov 30, 20232 hr 13 min

2216: The Real Value of Training to Failure, Strategies to Get Shredded Before an Event, Workout Tips for Those With Thyroid Issues & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email [email protected] if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here’s a protein hack. Drink a small protein shake with every meal. (2:35) Will A.I. be able to assess and figure out someone’s gut microbiome? (10:40) How is it possible to make something so small? (16:25) Is AI evolving as fast as we think? (19:07) 100% human made. (21:53) Things aren’t always what the...

Nov 29, 20231 hr 52 min

2215: Simple Hacks to Improve Any Marriage With Adam Lane Smith

Installment #4: How to make marriage work in this complicated world. (1:30) Topics covered in this segment. (2:01) Staggering statistics on divorce. (5:02) Is there a reason to get married? (8:25) How people view marriage today. (11:36) Why do people cheat? (16:47) How attachment issues poison marriages over time. (21:36) The kid complication factor. (25:12) Any marriage can be fixed, as long as both partners are willing to do the work to fix it. (30:12) Treating marriage like a business. (35:57...

Nov 27, 20231 hr 12 min

2214: What to Do if You Are Young & Have Low Testosterone, the Dangers of Eating Too Much Protein, How to Continue to Progress After Years of Consistent Training & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: FIX your gut health and chronic inflammation may be solved. (1:49) Spilling ALL the tea on Gary Brecka. (10:36) A pill that affects your decision-making. (21:28) The tallest slide in the world! (27:00) When training with David Goggins does NOT make sense. (30:43) Houses today are NOT the same size they used to be. (33:49) The best South Park episode ever! (43:11) A technique to dramatically imp...

Nov 25, 20231 hr 44 min

2213: The Best Way to Quit Sugar, Effective Squat & Romanian Deadlift Substitutes, the Dangers of Locking Out Arms During Pressing Exercises & More

Mind Pump Fit Tip: Quality of life is also a facet of health, so don’t be so perfect that you ignore it. (2:25) The most enjoyable phases with your kids. (16:27) In the real world, there are checks and balances to what you say. (25:46) Creating deliberate boundaries with social media. (33:34) How Caldera’s face serum encourages a balanced microbiome. (42:52) The more you know: Strange uses of toothpaste. (45:12) Styles that come and go. (49:43) Shout out to Mind Pump’s Personal Trainer 3-Day Tra...

Nov 24, 20231 hr 14 min

2212: The Value of a “Dirty Bulk”

What is a “dirty” bulk? (2:23) The bad things that get associated with a “dirty” bulk and who it is NOT for. (4:12) Who would benefit from a “dirty” bulk? (19:32) The gains from doing this. (27:52) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Entera Skincare for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MPM at checkout for 10% off their order or 10% off their first month of a subscribe-and-save.** BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL: ALL MAPS Fitness Products & Bundles 60% off! **Promo code BLACKFRIDA...

Nov 23, 202340 min

2211: Tips for Losing Fat Quickly Without Sacrificing Muscle, How to Train to Increase Strength & Maintain Endurance, Ways to Balance Jiu Jitsu With Strength Training & MORE

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The best results are often NOT visible. (2:31) Gluten and sleep apnea. (9:33) Hospitality vs. entertainment. (14:08) The value for kids hanging out with kids 3-4 years older. (16:40) Vuori has hoodies! (20:37) Sumo & sushi. (22:44) The San Francisco farce. (28:00) There is no honor in destroying people’s property. (30:46) Why are girls starting their periods so early? (32:58) The sneaky issues ...

Nov 22, 20231 hr 36 min

2210: Best Workouts for Bulking & Cutting

The common understanding of a cutting vs. a bulking workout. (1:36) Addressing the myth that you must burn as many calories as possible if you’re trying to lose weight. (5:10) The REAL goal of bulking and cutting. (8:58) The difference between bulking and cutting. (12:23) Changing your programming for a novel stimulus. (14:01) The importance of hitting your protein targets with both options. (17:30) Why LOW reps are better for CUTTING, and HIGH reps are better for BULKING. (21:19) Why performing...

Nov 20, 202337 min

2209: How Cutting Can Contribute to Muscle Growth, the Value of Yoga for Muscle, Strength & Performance, What to Do if Deadlifting Keeps Tweaking Your Back & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email [email protected] if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Discipline and structure, applied properly, gives you MORE freedom. (2:05) The Carnival King, Sal Di Stefano. (16:12) The struggle to sell apparel. (21:23) How certain types of light can affect your ability to perform, learn, and retain information. (25:04) Adding structure to the placebo effect. (28:23)...

Nov 18, 20232 hr 3 min

2208: The Truth About the Leg Press, the Pros & Cons of Cold Plunging After a Workout, Mind Pump’s London Diet & Training Break Down & More

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 next time you hear a diet/fitness influencer say reverse dieting doesn’t work, turn them off, they are morons. (2:00) Highlighting how much we strive for the recognition of our peers. (12:20) The power of genetics. (23:38) The ultimate performance stack from Organifi. (32:25) Loving your kid more than yourself. (33:34)...

Nov 17, 20231 hr 29 min

2207: Upgrade Your Brain With Jim Kwik

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with best selling author and memory performance expert Jim Kwik. Understanding your brain type allows you to operate throughout the world. (2:21) Why does Jim consider himself an ambivert? (10:50) If knowledge is power, then learning is a superpower. (14:09) The problems with our conventional education system. (18:34) “The same level of thinking that has created your problem, won’t solve your problem.” (22:34) Your ancestor's sacrifices are our blessings....

Nov 16, 20231 hr 22 min

2206: The Best Way to Build Muscle When Doing Jiu Jitsu, How to Strength Train for Rock Climbing, Tips for Eating & Exercising With Symptoms of PCOS & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email [email protected] if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Athletes train differently IN-SEASON than they do OFF-SEASON. (2:34) Mind Pump Recommends Sly on Netflix. (15:16) Have you experienced frisson? (22:52) You got to know your kid. (32:28) When your pre-workout hits wrong. (36:44) Paleo Valley’s beef sticks are in a different class. (38:16) Yet another reas...

Nov 15, 20231 hr 48 min

2205: Why Dating Sucks & How to Fix It With Adam Lane Smith

Installment #3: Why dating is so complicated in the modern world and how your attachment style is impacting your dating life. (1:51) Topics covered in this segment. (2:22) Why does modern dating suck so bad? (3:37) Why dating apps are bad. (13:11) Build your social life because it does 15 things for your dating life. (21:27) The art of matchmaking. (26:50) How to find people on apps and filter more carefully. (29:21) Four steps to a better dating app experience. (32:28) The 3-date method for fil...

Nov 13, 202359 min

2204: The Truth About Building Muscle & Losing Fat at the Same Time, How to Progressively Overload Without Adding Weight to the Bar, Walking to Lose Fat & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email [email protected] if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: When it comes to trying new foods, remember the term guilty until proven innocent. (2:06) So, Newsom does care about us. (12:04) It feels good to sleep in your own bed. (19:05) The guys recap their trips to London for the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (ARC) retreat and Olympia in Florida. (20:44) ...

Nov 11, 20231 hr 43 min
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