Our 10 Favorite MAPS Programs The origin story of MAPS. (1:29) Our 10 Favorite MAPS Programs #1 - Fat loss (Anabolic). (3:41) #2 - Strength (Powerlift). (5:44) #3 - Conditioning (Performance). (9:13) #4 - Bodybuilding (Aesthetic). (11:54) #5 - Unconventional mass (Strong). (15:16) #6 - Fun (Old time). (17:33) #7 - Women (Muscle Mommy). (21:26) #8 - Beginners (Starter). (23:10) #9 - Moms and dads (15, 40+). (26:17) #10 - Travel (Suspension). (29:09) Questions: If I’m a personal trainer, what prog...
Nov 28, 2024•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: What happens when you do 100 push-ups every day for 30 days? (2:22) How effective the hype machine is. (14:28) Adam updates the audience on his rehab protocol from his recent injuries. (19:51) What makes Ned’s magnesium stand above the rest? (23:17) Sal needs an intervention. (26:44) We are in for some weird times. (34:26) Water buffaloes can swim how fast?! (35:38) Updates on the roaming mount...
Nov 27, 2024•2 hr 35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Calling Out the Fakes in Fitness with Goob Where the nickname ‘Goob’ came from. (1:55) How he got into strength training. (3:40) 35 Eggs a Day: A Basic Guide to Fitness. (6:42) When he fell in love with fitness. (9:57) How he fell into personal training. (11:20) What triggered him to go after fitness frauds? The driving force behind it? (15:33) The art of digging into a story. (19:21) Does he give people a second chance? Worry about retaliation? (23:02) How does he balance his page yet make mone...
Nov 25, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: You will not burn fat or build muscle unless you do this one thing first. (1:45) The importance and value of trainers. (17:12) Strategies for trainers to retain clients during the holiday season. (21:35) More disturbing data on the loneliness epidemic. (25:06) When your kids ask you questions about having a girlfriend. (32:44) The best surgeons play video games. (38:20) Expanding your mind with...
Nov 23, 2024•2 hr 53 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mind Pump Fit Tip: Being sedentary is deadly. (2:33) Why we lose function as we age. (15:03) What Adam is doing to address his most recent injuries. (18:44) Creatine as a sleep supplement. (25:28) Adam’s new protein shake hack. (30:35) The grossest meal the guys have made. (34:14) The gummy trend is real! (38:14) Patience wins. (42:20) Shout out to Premiere Spine & Sport. (54:08) #Quah question #1 – How do you know if you're doing enough cardio to kill muscle gains? (55:57) #Quah question #2 – I...
Nov 22, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Four Fat Loss Supplements That ACTUALLY Work The top-selling category of supplements is fat-burning supplements. (1:10) Explaining the fat loss process. (3:30) Supplements for fat burning are broken down into three categories. (7:44) The two most effective ways fat burners work. (12:21) Four Fat Loss Supplements That ACTUALLY Work: #1 - Protein powder (build more muscle to speed up metabolism). (15:09) #2 - Caffeine (to help with increased movement). (17:52) #3 - Ashwagandha (to help the adaptat...
Nov 21, 2024•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: if you want to get lean DON’T eat out. (2:23) Turkeyflation! (12:28) How Mind Pump does Thanksgiving. (16:00) Not a shout-out. (20:19) Adam updates the audience on his workout challenges and most recent body fat test. (22:54) When your training behaviors manifest in your children’s actions. (40:48) Don’t mess around with wild animals. (45:21) Low-calorie AMAZING hot chocolate. (49:14) Justin’s ...
Nov 20, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Personal Trainers & the Gym Industry with UFC Gym VP Don Cardona Don’s first impression of Sal, and how their relationship was built. (2:01) Building and inspiring other people. (5:47) Gym culture then and now. (10:38) Challenging moments early on. (13:50) The differences in the club industry. (20:14) Empowering the fitness professional through culture. (30:22) How do we keep the RIGHT people? (32:58) Attracting the best talent and bringing mixed martial arts to the masses. (42:59) Merging Socia...
Nov 18, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Compound before isolation lifts are the best, except when they're not. (2:04) The buzz around the Park City house giveaway. (13:47) The movies that represent the four founders. (15:25) Kids say and do the darndest things. (22:52) Leaning into your kid's passions. (27:55) Exercise and mental health for children. (31:04) Maximizing opportunities through innovation. (34:34) Forever chemicals and w...
Nov 16, 2024•2 hr 42 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions from the Sunday @mindpumpmedia Quah post. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Training for looks vs training for health & fitness. (2:23) Doug’s skincare routine. (25:03) That one time Justin s*** the bed. (26:23) Spiritual physics. (33:42) Future race car drivers. (40:45) The future of energy. (47:00) Mind Pump’s Black Friday sale is on! (52:25) Using the cold plunge as a pre-workout. (54:10) Shout out to Venture Church. (57:58)...
Nov 15, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Get Jacked & Ripped in 5 Steps (Must do in this order!) Get Jacked & Ripped in 5 Steps. (1:35) #1 - Lift weights to get strong. (4:18) #2 - Reverse diet. (12:58) #3 - Walk daily after meals. (21:21) #4 - Cut calories. (25:27) #5 - Add cardio. (28:37) Questions: Does cardio hurt muscle building? (30:45) What is the best food for reverse dieting? (33:42) Will I gain body fat on a reverse diet? (35:01) Can I get leaner while building muscle? (36:18) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Eight Slee...
Nov 14, 2024•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: There are some things you MUST consider when you train to failure, and it's different from the other stuff. (2:58) Super athletes. (15:51) Setting your kid up for success. (22:43) Learning how to lose. (26:36) Stay protected during ‘illness season.’ (33:12) Take your favorite influencer’s endorsements with a grain of salt. (35:56) The addictive properties of ultra-processed foods. (39:08) Sugar...
Nov 13, 2024•2 hr 47 min•Transcript available on Metacast How to Become a 6-Figure Trainer The average salary for a personal trainer in America. (1:23) Building a rewarding and successful career. (4:10) How to Become a 6-Figure Trainer #1 - Be passionate about people. (13:04) #2 - Become a master of sales. (21:02) #3 - Become a master of coaching. (25:31) #4 - Never stop your education. (32:53) #5 - Figure out how many people you need to talk to every day. (35:34) Listener Questions: How long does it take for mastery? (40:11) How many clients are consi...
Nov 11, 2024•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The top 5 unpopular, yet amazing, muscle-building exercises. (2:10) Sal’s ULTIMATE muscle-building meal. (18:43) Creating energy from your poop. (22:02) Hydrogen cars are coming back into favor. (23:09) Things you should never say to your angry wife. (28:23) Politics is funny. (30:40) Black Friday deals are here! (43:19) Treating your son on his birthday. (48:48) Shout out to Mind Pump’s ‘Train...
Nov 09, 2024•2 hr 31 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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: Sometimes to get leaner you’ve got to eat more. (2:06) Navigating the seasons of all relationships. (12:52) Shilajit is sweeping the nation! (22:52) The online fitness coaching space is full of charlatans. (26:19) Early access to Mind Pump’s Black Friday sale is here! (36:26) Who would win an ultramarathon, humans or anima...
Nov 08, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Transcript available on Metacast How to Actually LOSE Weight This Holiday Season Why the average American gains 1-8 lbs. during the holiday season. (1:33) Strategies to Lose Weight This Holiday Season: (14:40) #1 - Exercise at home to build muscle. (16:20) #2 - Walk after meals. (22:42) #3 - Eat high-protein foods first. (28:19) #4 - Undulate calories. (31:48) #5 - Utilize HIIT for short periods for calorie burn. (34:04) Listener Questions: What are the best holiday foods and what are the worst? (36:27) Which alcohol does the l...
Nov 07, 2024•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Training with heavyweight vs. lightweight. (2:24) Adam addresses challenges in his current muscle-building transformation. (11:02) Making gains with low testosterone. (19:39) Examples of extreme body manipulation. (21:11) The belief is that to be a successful coach or trainer you MUST be ripped. (26:21) Carnival Sal. (34:15) The Schafer’s Disney World Halloween experience. (35:28) Ethan’s homec...
Nov 06, 2024•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Best and Worst Exercises for Each Body Part Why every exercise that exists, given the RIGHT context, is a great exercise. (1:06) Best and Worst Exercises for Each Body Part: LEGS (8:18) Best: Squats Worst: Adductor/abductor machine GLUTES (13:23) Best: Hip thrust Worst: Cable kickback CHEST (17:38) Best: Incline press Worst: Svend press BACK (22:41) Best: Pull-ups/Barbell row Worst: Single-arm cable rows SHOULDERS (25:50) Best: Overhead press Worst: Front raises BICEPS (29:13) Best: Dumbbell cur...
Nov 04, 2024•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Slow metabolism? Do this! (1:43) Seed is in a class of their own. (18:12) A couple that prays together, stays together. (21:56) Grace-based fitness. (31:54) Is there more of an insecure space than Fitness? (33:23) Why should men have a skincare routine? (42:19) More proof that our government sucks at doing things. (45:30) What will they add to the Olympics next? (50:17) What’s the cutoff age fo...
Nov 02, 2024•2 hr 38 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 3 BEST foods for muscle and strength, ranked in order. (2:05) The impact of heavily processed foods. (16:45) The power of the law of thermodynamics. (22:45) Buying toys for your kids because you like them. (25:56) How PRx has completely revolutionized home gyms. (29:40) Challenging masculinity. (33:35) The rise of fitn...
Nov 01, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Transcript available on Metacast 4 Mistakes That Destroy Your Metabolism Previewing what you will learn in this episode. (1:07) What is your metabolism? (3:14) Fat loss vs. body composition. (4:04) 4 Mistakes That Destroy Your Metabolism #1 - Eat less and do lots of cardio. (7:01) #2 - Endurance training. (18:03) #3 - Take fat burners. (19:09) #4 - Skip meals. (22:29) Do this instead: (25:06) #1 - Eat more (protein) #2 - Lift weights (build muscle) #3 - Avoid too many stimulants #4 - Eat throughout the day Listener Questions: H...
Oct 31, 2024•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The (3) signs someone is on steroids. (2:11) Mind Pump LOVES photo shoots. (22:49) Style fads. (24:56) Improve your sleep efficiency with Eight Sleep. (29:20) Underrated exercises. (33:31) Exercise and its neuro effects. (38:37) Speculating on technology and its future impact on society. (44:20) Shout out: ‘Watch the guys build a program IG LIVE 11/13 Livestream 6 PM (PST)’ @mindpumpmedia (56:2...
Oct 30, 2024•2 hr 53 min•Transcript available on Metacast The 5 Gym Machines You Need To Stop Using ASAP Free weights tend to be better for these reasons: (1:35) #1 - Real-world carryover. #2 - Requires more stability. #3 - Forms to your body, not the other way around. Criteria for determining which machines suck: (6:12) #1 - Higher risk of injury. #2 - Far better versions available. The 5 gym machines you need to stop using ASAP: (8:28) #1 - Pec deck (arms externally rotated). #2 - Ab crunch machines (encourage hip flexor). #3 - Tricep extension machi...
Oct 28, 2024•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: How many times per week should you workout? (1:44) Chasing protein. (16:53) Scary food dye statistics. (20:23) Tesla bots. (27:47) Make yourself resilient by being fit & healthy. (29:40) How proud of your age are you when you’re fit? (39:15) Celebrating the staff. (42:04) Fun Facts with Justin: Keanu Reeves is an athlete. (43:44) Mind Pump Recommends Mr. McMahon on Netflix. (46:12) LMNT hack. (...
Oct 26, 2024•2 hr 49 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions from the Sunday @mindpumpmedia Quah post. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Three things NOBODY tells you about gaining muscle after 40. (1:53) Does your birth order play a role in your IQ? (21:14) Defining success and embracing the struggle. (31:50) Organifi’s Starter Kit. (43:09) Underrated exercises. (45:19) GLP-1s impact on your skin. (51:39) The importance of starting a skincare routine. (54:30) Shout out to Brad Jensen! (...
Oct 25, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Hidden Hormone that is Disrupting Your Sleep with Dr. Stephen Cabral The 4 stages of sleep and how you can get deeper in them. (1:31) What sleep “aides” impact sleep the most? (7:55) The best tracking devices. (9:09) What are the most common reasons why people have sleep issues? (10:09) Is there a negative feedback loop with melatonin? (14:03) The cortisol curve. (16:52) Supplements for cortisol. (21:23) Revealing the guy’s Bedtime Cortisol (Poor Sleep) test results. (23:41) Doug. (24:31) Ad...
Oct 24, 2024•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The worst, most overrated fitness advice. (2:23) Adam updates the audience on his muscle-building transformation (30-day body recomp). (10:51) Justin’s nightmare sleep. (39:26) A sign of the times. (45:05) Teaching trainers and coaches how to make a career in fitness. (51:18) Pre-alcohol probiotic drink. (53:41) Shout out to The Emotional Lives of Teenagers: Raising Connected, Capable, and Comp...
Oct 23, 2024•2 hr 47 min•Transcript available on Metacast Smartest Way to Use Protein to Burn Fat & Build Muscle The protein effect. (1:25) One of the MOST effective ways to control appetite. (5:06) Leads to a faster metabolism. (11:18) Does the quality of protein matter? (14:13) Why you should start your day with a high-protein breakfast. (16:57) Aim for protein first. (22:11) When can I use protein shakes? (23:44) The value of supplementing with Essential Amino Acids (EEAs) for vegans. (25:14) Listener Questions: #1 - What are some great high-protein...
Oct 21, 2024•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Are you over 40 and storing more belly fat than usual? Do this! (1:47) Adam updates the audience on his muscle-building transformation. (17:43) Mind Pump Fitness Coaching success stories. (37:25) Wild-caught vs. farmed-raised salmon. (44:41) Reminiscing on old fast-food favorites. (47:26) Moldy ice machines. (51:40) Shout out to JC Santana! (54:09) #ListenerLive question #1 – Is it possible for...
Oct 19, 2024•2 hr 50 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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: 3 Exercises You Must Include in Your Workout as a Beginner. (2:05) GLP-1s impact on the US obesity rate. (18:36) GLP-1s may reduce opioid overdoses. (30:21) Insidious motives. (31:53) Kids say the cutest things. (39:21) Justin’s ‘respectful’ violence outlet. (40:14) Experimenting in college. (49:33) Adam updates the audien...
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