Arnold has discussed the importance of a clear vision and setting big goals. But before you can set a vision or create better habits, you need to ask yourself one question. In this episode, Arnold discusses the one thing he can't do and the one question you must ask. You'll also hear about research on male fertility and how a can of beans could be the real fat-loss secret you've been waiting for. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, ...
Aug 19, 2024•10 min•Ep 165•Transcript available on Metacast Traditionally, you might test your longevity by taking blood, looking at blood pressure and cholesterol, or measuring body mass index. However, the VO2 max test might be the best test of all. In this episode, Arnold talks about the importance of the challenging fitness test, general assessments of fitness, and a new breakthrough in testing that could alter the future of Alzheimer's. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign up with t...
Aug 15, 2024•9 min•Ep 164•Transcript available on Metacast We are big fans of coffee at the Pump Club, but new research suggests that how you prepare your coffee might determine whether it has health upsides or downsides. In this episode, Arnold shares how to test your coffee, new research on minimalist workouts, and why it might be time to take a look in the mirror. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign up with this link: ...
Aug 12, 2024•10 min•Ep 163•Transcript available on Metacast If you’ve been suffering from brain fog, anxiety, GI issues, blurred vision, headaches, or joint pain, you might be suffering from toxic mold -- or are you? In this episode, Arnold shares information from a microbiologist and immunologist to get a better grasp of the real threat of toxic mold. You'll also learn about a breakthrough that might transform sugar into fiber and the best way to protect your health when sleep-deprived. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive hi...
Aug 06, 2024•8 min•Ep 162•Transcript available on Metacast Do you need to cut carbs in order to improve blood sugar? The answer is not as obvious as you've been led to believe. In today's episode, Arnold shares new research about the relationship between carbs, weight loss, and blood sugar. You'll also discuss new ways that your phone can offset the benefits of exercise. And why Arnold says we should all be watching the Olympics. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign up with this...
Aug 05, 2024•7 min•Ep 161•Transcript available on Metacast Every day, millions of people drink coffee. However, most people feel bad about it and consider it unhealthy behavior. But when you look at the research, it paints a very different picture about the health benefits. In this episode, Arnold shares what research says about the relationship between coffee and longevity. He also explains a new study comparing stretching and foam rolling, and a new way to give a short-term boost to your short-term memory. In honor of Arnold's 77th birthday, he cr...
Aug 02, 2024•7 min•Ep 160•Transcript available on Metacast In honor of Arnold's 77th birthday, he created a list of 77 lessons he's learned through his ups and downs. He made them all available here: https://77years.carrd.co/ In this episode, he shares 7 of those lessons. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign up with this link: https://arnoldspumpclub.com/...
Aug 01, 2024•9 min•Ep 159•Transcript available on Metacast For the past month, Arnold has made it his mission to help you overcome the fear of failure. In this final podcast on the topic, Arnold shares why hunting for the failures of your heroes and icons is a homework assignment that can make you more hopeful and resilient and start taking the chances you previously avoided. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign up with this link: ...
Jul 30, 2024•8 min•Ep 158•Transcript available on Metacast When you see the title, you might think we're talking about Terminator 2. But this episode has something much different in mind. Arnold shares a story about looking back on life and how a shift in how you think about "judgment day" could make a big difference in helping you live a more fulfilling life. You'll also receive the latest updates on what you can do before sleep to maximize muscle gain and how to fight off a decline in your sleep quality. If you'd like to join Arn...
Jul 18, 2024•9 min•Ep 157•Transcript available on Metacast If you've ever made an excuse before, Arnold would like to have a word with you. In this episode, Arnold explains why building awareness about your excuses can positively affect your life. You'll also learn about new research about soreness and muscle growth and whether fiber is harmed when it's put in a blender. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign up with this link: ...
Jul 16, 2024•8 min•Ep 156•Transcript available on Metacast Following the failed assassination attempt against former President Trump, Arnold shares his thoughts on how we can still shape the future for the better. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign up with this link: https://arnoldspumpclub.com/ Production and Marketing: ...
Jul 15, 2024•7 min•Ep 155•Transcript available on Metacast Everyone talks about fitness, nutrition, and sleep, but there's a fourth part of wellness that deserves your attention. New research shares the dangers of the lifecycle of loneliness and why it's more important than ever to connect with your friends and keep your relationships strong. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign up with this link: https://arnoldspumpclub...
Jul 12, 2024•8 min•Ep 154•Transcript available on Metacast Why don't people go all-in on their biggest hopes and dreams? The fear of failure is a complicated topic, but fear is built on the foundation of a few simple psychological realities. In the second part of his series on overcoming failure, Arnold discusses the social dynamic of failure and how to manage embarrassment. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link: ...
Jul 10, 2024•5 min•Ep 153•Transcript available on Metacast If there's one thing that holds most people back, it's not potential, ability, or talent -- it's fear. And more specifically, the fear of failure. Arnold has seen this prevent many people from making the most of their lives. To help you overcome your fear of failure, or recognize where it is subconsciously holding you back, Arnold will help you remove the barriers that stand in your way. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can s...
Jul 08, 2024•8 min•Ep 152•Transcript available on Metacast Arnold loves to say, "reps, reps, reps." But it's not just a slogan. It's wisdom based on experience. Because more than anything, Arnold has found that the best things in life occur when you're hungry to learn -- and hungrier to put in the work. In this episode, Arnold explains why, at 76, he's still working as hard as ever. You'll also learn why dumping water on your body might not be a great way to cool off. And the latest science on high-protein diets and kidney ...
Jun 20, 2024•7 min•Ep 151•Transcript available on Metacast Many people will tell you to go pick the "low-hanging fruit." But Arnold thinks it's a big reason so many people fall short of extraordinary outcomes. In this episode, Arnold will share what he learned when he went for the low-hanging fruit and how it changed him forever. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link: https://arnoldspumpclub.com/...
Jun 19, 2024•9 min•Ep 150•Transcript available on Metacast Arnold has told you to ignore the naysayers. But what happens when the negative voice comes from within? In this episode, Arnold gives you a crash course on managing self-doubt, challenging the voice in your head, and rising above so you can accomplish your goals. You'll also learn about what one scientist calls a "legal performance enhancer." If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link: ...
Jun 18, 2024•6 min•Ep 149•Transcript available on Metacast Arnold is here to tell you that he uses artificial sweeteners in his coffee. But that didn't stop him from reviewing the latest research on the relationship between artificial sweeteners and hunger. In this episode, he shares what the scientists found, and breaks down another study about why you should add even more lycopene to your diet. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link: ...
Jun 12, 2024•5 min•Ep 148•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever set a goal and fell short? Or watched others have more success? Then this episode is for you. We all have setbacks and frustrations, and -- in this episode -- Arnold explains how you can shift your perspective to turn your frustrations into fuel. You'll also learn about the food you can eat that will make your dentist smile. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link: ...
Jun 11, 2024•9 min•Ep 147•Transcript available on Metacast The next time you're going through a creative rut, it's time to try out "productive failure." Instead of trying to stubbornly grind away at your work, Arnold will reveal what you can do to spark your brain and achieve more mental clarity. You'll also learn a new way to destress and turn your goals into realities. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link: ...
Jun 05, 2024•8 min•Ep 146•Transcript available on Metacast Habits and routines have been the foundation of Arnold's success throughout his career. But creating good habits sometimes isn't enough; you must also replace bad habits. Psychologists discovered decades ago a three-part method to help you create better behaviors and remove ones that don't serve you. In this episode, Arnold shares the science of the ARC method. You'll also learn why the reps you put into the gym aren't always enough and why you also need to flex your connecti...
Jun 03, 2024•7 min•Ep 145•Transcript available on Metacast On this special episode of the podcast, Arnold reads part of his favorite passage of the Gettysburg Address, and explains why Memorial Day is so important to him. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link: https://arnoldspumpclub.com/ Production and Marketing: http...
May 27, 2024•6 min•Ep 144•Transcript available on Metacast Research suggests that when presented with taking the stairs or using an escalator or elevator, only 2 percent of people take the stairs. But that's not the stat that got our attention. In this episode, Arnold shares a new study that might be the greatest motivation to take the stairs more often. You'll also learn about a breakthrough in protein research that might create more flexibility in your diet. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter...
May 23, 2024•8 min•Ep 143•Transcript available on Metacast Arnold loves telling you to not overthink your actions. So what does he make of the new research suggesting that blended bananas strip nutrients from your smoothies? On this episode, Arnold explains what the study found, how he thinks about the outcome, and his recommendations moving forward. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link: https://arnoldspumpclub.com/...
May 21, 2024•6 min•Ep 142•Transcript available on Metacast Within the first few minutes of meeting someone, Arnold can usually tell who will be successful in their fitness journey and who will not. And it has nothing to do with the diet being followed or the workouts they perform. On this episode, Arnold shares what he's seen over the last 50 years that celebrates those most likely to succeed and those who get stuck in frustration. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link:...
May 06, 2024•7 min•Ep 141•Transcript available on Metacast For decades, the conversation about weight loss and weight gain has focused on your metabolism. But new research suggests it's time to focus on your brain. In this episode, Arnold explains the changes that happen in your brain that make it harder to keep the weight off. You'll also learn about what most people misunderstand about testosterone, and why it might not be necessary for you to cut out all red meat. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily new...
May 01, 2024•11 min•Ep 140•Transcript available on Metacast Arnold recently had a pacemaker surgery and had to go through a period of recovery. As he prepares to bounce back prior to filming the new season of FUBAR, Arnold shares his lessons from a lifetime of comebacks. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link: https://arnoldspumpclub.com/ Production and Marketing: ...
Apr 30, 2024•10 min•Ep 139•Transcript available on Metacast Arnold ends every episode with the same line: Together, we have the strength to lift up the world. But there is more to the line than it appears. In this episode, Arnold talks about how the physical benefits of exercise might not be the best part of training. Also, you'll learn about the importance of resistance training and protein for women in perimenopause and menopause. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link:...
Apr 22, 2024•8 min•Ep 138•Transcript available on Metacast You might have seen headlines that the United States is no longer one of the top 20 happiest countries in the world. Last year, the United States was 15th; this year, it came in at twenty-third in the world. That's a significant drop, but it signals something bigger. In this episode, Arnold explores why he thinks happiness is declining and what can be done to bring more joy to life.
Apr 16, 2024•12 min•Ep 137•Transcript available on Metacast Most people find it hard to stop eating sugar. But a daily habit might be making it harder than it needs to be. On this episode, Arnold shares a slight tweak that research suggests could save you more than 200 calories per day. You'll also learn about how to improve your gut health without any supplements, and why collagen is not the ideal post-workout protein. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link: ...
Apr 10, 2024•9 min•Ep 136•Transcript available on Metacast