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
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1228: How to "Wake-Up" a Butt That Won't Build, the Benefits of Doing Push-Ups Throughout Day, Avoiding Grip Failure When Lifting & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the best plan of action for gluteal amnesia, the value of doing dozens of push-ups throughout the day, whether the deadlift grip should be taken to failure, and how to fix externally rotated “duck” feet. A very healthy debate between Paul Saladino and Terry Wahls. (4:39) The supplement combination that helps with Sal’s ADD. (10:22) The newest trend in bars: No booze. (11:30) The new wine line from MIIR. (18:00) Who has had the worst ideas? (20:50) Mind Pump Shout Outs. (21:48) Look out Tesla, enter Nikola. (23:24) Burger King’s brilliant Valentine’s Day promotion. (25:34) Why it is harder to get leaner in modern life and how to combat it. (30:18) Mind Pump News Report: Updates on the coronavirus conspiracy theories. (41:03) #Quah question #1 – What is the best plan of action for gluteal amnesia? (45:09) #Quah question #2 – How do you guys feel about the daily practice of things like 50 to 100 push-ups? (55:11) #Quah question #3 – Should your deadlift grip be taken to failure? (1:02:10) #Quah question #4 - How do you go about fixing externally rotated feet? (1:06:58) Related Links/Products Mentioned February Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off! **Code “SPLIT50” at checkout** Is autoimmune disease reversible? With Terry Wahls MD – Fundamental Health Podcast with Paul Saladino Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Could Booze-Free “Euphorics” Change the Way You Have a Night Out? Visit MIIR for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Nikola teases an electric pickup with 600 miles of range Burger King Offers Free Whopper on Valentine's Day in Exchange for Photo of Your Ex EXPLOITED BY BURGER KING. - Casey Neistat FDA's Shoddy, Misleading Changes to Nutrition 'Facts' Label Take Effect China To Investigate After Whistleblower Doctor Dies From Coronavirus Sleepy Butt Syndrome is Why Your Butt Won’t Grow – Mind Pump Blog Stick Tension Hip Bridges to Wake Up Your Sleepy Butt – Mind Pump TV 3 Best Secrets - How To Make Your Butt Grow (AVOID MISTAKES!) | MIND PUMP TV MAPS Fitness Anabolic – Mind Pump Stop Working Out And Start Practicing - Mind Pump Blog 5 Exercises For HUGE Forearms & A STRONGER Grip (FREE Big Arms Guide) - Mind Pump TV Learn to Fire Your Glutes & Hamstrings with a Waiter's Bow Mobility Session – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Paul Saladino, MD (@carnivoremd) Instagram Terry Wahls MD (@drterrywahls) Instagram Casey Neistat (@caseyneistat) Instagram
1227: The 5 Most Important Supplements to Take
In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin discuss the five kinds of supplements many people need to take if nutrients are lacking in their whole food diet. What are supplements? (4:24) Why do certain segments of the population NEED supplements? (6:43) The importance of testing to track the changing of your nutrient demands. (15:15) Why whole foods are the ideal source. (18:40) The 5 Most Important Supplements to Take. (24:00) Vitamins and minerals to fill nutrient deficiencies. (26:41) Protein. (41:19) Creatine. (47:11) Caffeine. (53:15) Adaptogens. (1:00:46) Related Links/Products Mentioned February Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off! **Code “SPLIT50” at checkout** Visit Four Sigmatic for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Folate deficiency Health effects of vegan diets Visit Everly Well for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Visit Joovv for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Mind Pump 1125: Dr. Jolene Brighten- What You Need to Know About the Menstrual Cycle Low Vitamin D Levels Associated with Colds and Flu Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Mind Pump 1220: The 4 Best Sources of Protein Your Brain on Creatine | Psychology Today The Benefits Of Caffeine Cycling A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Crossover Study Examining the Hormonal and Vitality Effects of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) in Aging, Overweight Males A preliminary review of studies on adaptogens: comparison of their bioactivity in TCM with that of ginseng-like herbs used worldwide Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Jolene Brighten (@drjolenebrighten) Instagram Jessica Di Stefano (@thetraininghour) Instagram
1226: Free Weights vs. Machines for Building Muscle, How to Work Out When Feeling Sore & Tired, the Benefits of Switching up Your Diet & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about building a physique using only free weights, whether to increase rep ranges or weight when no longer getting sore after workouts, skipping trigger sessions when feeling sore or tired and the benefits to switching up one’s diet. Sal’s action-packed week. (6:56) Adam’s new business plan involving Magic Spoon cereal. (16:19) Turning 40 and aging. (20:53) The value of a home gym when having kids and the environment it creates. (28:40) Justin’s Fun Fact of the Day. (35:02) Sal has a bone to pick with Neil Degrasse Tyson. (38:51) Low-fat diets may cause lower testosterone in men. (42:42) Mind Pump shout outs. (43:43) #Quah question #1 – Can you build your physique, specifically your legs, using just free weights? I train only in my garage with a wide variety of barbells, plates, dumbbells and a few other non-machine items. (50:31) #Quah question #2 – I am not feeling very sore a day or two after I go to the gym. Does that mean I am not working out hard enough? Should I increase my rep ranges or weight? (56:27) #Quah question #3 – Is it ok to skip trigger sessions if you are feeling sore or tired from a previous workout? (1:03:34) #Quah question #4 – Just like there are benefits to switching up your workout routine, are there any benefits to switching up your diet? If so, what would that look like? How often would you change your diet and any pitfalls to avoid? (1:09:24) Related Links Products Mentioned February Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off! **Code “SPLIT50” at checkout** Visit Magic Spoon for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Mind Pump 1225: The 5 Must-Dos For Fitness Over 40 Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Chimp "Girls" Play With "Dolls" Too—First Wild Evidence Neil deGrasse Tyson rants about scientific illiteracy in the US: ‘A threat to the nation’ The Association between Popular Diets and Serum Testosterone among Men in the United States Joe Rogan Experience #1425 - Garrett Reisman MAPS Powerlift – Mind Pump Free Weights vs Machines (WHAT IS THE BETTER MUSCLE BUILDER?) - Mind Pump TV Mind Pump 1200: Max Schmarzo The Most Overlooked Muscle Building Principle – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Neil deGrasse Tyson (@neiltyson) Twitter Max Schmarzo (ATC/CSCS/MS) (@strong_by_science) Instagram
1225: The 5 Must-Dos For Fitness Over 40
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin discuss five things everyone must do if they want to maintain fitness as they age. The challenges of training after 40. (1:42) Changes in recovery. (4:45) Discipline=Freedom and managing your schedule. (11:00) Ingraining muscle imbalances/chronic pain. (13:08) Changes in hormones. (17:30) The advantages of training after 40. Tend to be more patient and have more wisdom. (20:18) Greater confidence in yourself. (23:24) Have the expendable income to invest in yourself. (26:30) The 5 Must-Dos for Fitness Over 40. (28:03) #1 – Form is EVERYTHING! (28:48) #2 – Proper priming. (35:44) #3 – LISTEN to your body. (41:01) #4 – Skip maxing out. (47:05) #5 – Place your health over your performance. (53:47) Related Links/Products Mentioned February Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off! **Code “SPLIT50” at checkout** The Breakdown Recovery Trap, Why You Aren’t Progressing – Mind Pump Blog Is Warming Up Before A Workout Necessary? - Mind Pump Blog MAPS Fitness Prime Pro – Mind Pump Fabulous 40's Bundle | MAPS Fitness Products - Mind Pump Mind Pump Free Resources
1224: How to Use Focus Sessions to Sculpt Your Body, Once a Week Workouts That Work, When to Skip Cardio & MORE
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether working out once a week is enough to create a respectable physique, how to incorporate focus sessions with a full-body workout, using intermittent fasting to burn fat and build muscle, and whether cardio is necessary. Mind Pump on their go-to Valentine’s Day gifts. (4:48) How to properly use and dose CBD. (12:00) Breaking news on the farmer who was sentenced to 10 years for the massive organic food scam. (18:52) Justin drops some knowledge bombs. (20:10) Planet of the Apes has arrived! (24:37) Have you heard of the new diet coming out? (26:16) The benefits of a high protein diet and the value of a quality protein powder like Organifi. (28:45) Lifting weights is good for your heart too. (32:11) #Quah question #1 – Is working out once a week with a balanced diet enough to create a respectable physique? (40:32) #Quah question #2 - How do you incorporate focus sessions with a full-body workout? (45:54) #Quah question #3 – I am 190 lbs. and intermittent fast from the hours of 8 pm to 12 pm the next day. What are some examples of how I can get protein in between those times of eating? Is it possible to still burn fat and build muscle while going about it this way? (50:45) #Quah question #4 – Would you guys consider cardio necessary? (56:21) Related Links/Products Mentioned February Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off! **Code “SPLIT50” at checkout** The Five Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts - Book by Gary Chapman Personalized Gift Book That Says Why You Love Someone Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Farmer kills himself to avoid prison for massive organic food scam Chinese scientists added human brain genes to monkeys The Pegan Diet: Pros, Cons, and How It Works Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Skeletal muscle mass in relation to 10 year cardiovascular disease incidence among middle aged and older adults: the ATTICA study MAPS Aesthetic – Mind Pump Intermittent Fasting Guide – Mind Pump Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mark Hyman, M.D. (@drmarkhyman) Instagram Terry Wahls MD (@drterrywahls) Instagram
1223: The Best Exercises to Build Your Abs, How to Hip Hinge, What Shoes to Wear When Lifting & MORE
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the best exercises to build abs out, cues that can help a client who can’t hip hinge, thoughts on lifting heavy during a cutting phase, and the importance of the type of shoes you wear when lifting. Adam’s favorite unpopular post on Instagram. Tim Kennedy’s post on the Super Bowl Halftime Show. (5:28) Layne Norton’s Biggest Loser post. (17:45) Justin’s Improv class updates + the art of communication. (27:27) Sal’s Tesla prediction coming to life. (38:17) Facebook taking a huge dive. (40:05) The Uber of parking spaces has Adam’s attention. (42:04) Creatine may add years to your life. (44:13) How to boost ATP production through red light therapy. (48:00) #Quah question #1 – What are the best exercises to build abs out? I’ve tried hanging leg raises, but I can’t seem to get my abs out more. (52:23) #Quah question #2 – What are some cues that can help a client who can’t hip hinge and keep their back flat? (1:00:08) #Quah question #3 - Thoughts on lifting heavy during a cutting phase? (1:04:45) #Quah question #4 – How important are the type of shoes you wear when lifting? What effect do flat soles, arch support, elevated heels, etc. have? (1:09:45) Related Links/Products Mentioned February Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off! **Code “SPLIT50” at checkout** Tesla Stock Jumped 20%. It Makes No Sense. Facebook hits 2.5B users in Q4 but shares sink from slow profits Parkd A review of creatine supplementation in age-related diseases: more than a supplement for athletes Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Visit Joovv for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! 72 Hour FLASH SALE! No BS 6-Pack Abs ½ off! **Code “ABS50” at checkout** The Only Ab Workout You Need To Do! (QUICK AND EFFECTIVE!) - Mind Pump TV The (2) BEST Ab Exercises You’re NOT Doing Properly (STRONG CORE) | MIND PUMP TV Best CORE Exercise You've Never Tried! (1 of 3) | MIND PUMP TV How To Hip Hinge Properly (Fix THIS!) - Mind Pump TV Groove in a Proper Hip Hinge- Good Mornings with Stick Mobility Session – Mind Pump TV How To Improve Your Squat Depth - FREE Squat Like A Pro Guide – Mind Pump TV How to Perform a 90/90 Hip Stretch (HIP FLEXOR STRETCH) - Mind Pump TV Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen - Book by Christopher McDougall Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Tim Kennedy (@timkennedymma) Instagram Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne) Instagram Steve Cook (@stevecook) Instagram Paige Hathaway (@paigehathaway) Instagram
1222: Low Carb vs. Low Fat... Which is Better?
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin dig into the pros and cons of low carb and low fat diets. Making the case for low carb vs low-fat diets. (2:34) Why so much of these diets and ideas around eating are all based around marketing and sales. (4:24) The history of the diet fads. (6:35) The distinction between low carb and low fat. (12:54) Which burns the most body fat? (16:48) The benefits of a low carb/higher fat diet. The positive effects on satiety levels. (17:35) Why Mind Pump is NOT a fan of the ketogenic/carnivore diets for long-term success. (23:27) Improves gut-health issues. (25:35) Better for cognition. (27:56) Prevention of diabetes. (31:23) How does Mind Pump utilize low carb vs low-fat diets with their clients? (32:14) The drawbacks of a low carb/higher fat diet. Decreases strength and performance. (33:50) Difficult to bulk. (38:58) Not as convenient. (40:54) It costs more money. (42:14) The benefits of a low fat/higher carb diet. Will lower your cholesterol levels. (43:26) Increases athletic performance. (46:04) Less expensive. (51:28) The drawbacks of a low fat/higher carb diet. Can lead to lower testosterone levels. (52:10) Brain fog and energy crashes. (53:13) Which is better? (54:37) Is this something you can see yourself doing for the rest of your life? The importance of learning from your body. (1:00:28) Related Links/Products Mentioned February Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off! **Code “SPLIT50” at checkout** Check out Mind Pump Live to get tickets for their next live event! Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Visit Magic Spoon for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! New federal guidelines may lift dietary cholesterol limits Mind Pump 1215: Dr. Becky Campbell On Thyroid Disease, Autoimmune Disease & Histamine Intolerance Keto-Like Diet May Improve Cognition in MCI, Early Alzheimer's Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dominic D'Agostino (@DominicDAgosti2) Twitter Mikhaila Peterson (@mikhailapeterson) Instagram Joe Rogan (@joerogan) Instagram Zach Bitter (@zachbitter) Instagram
1221: When to Use Partial Reps, the Difference Between Reverse Dieting & Bulking, Back Squat Exercise Substitutions & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the appropriate time to incorporate partial reps, the value of going to the gym even if diet is not dialed in, exercises to do if the back squat is not an option, and the difference between reverse dieting and bulking. Mind Pump on the Super Bowl, halftime show, female value, commercials, their food spreads & MORE. (5:36) Mind Pump on the controversy surrounding Joe Rogan endorsing Bernie Sanders. (27:41) When debates turn ugly + the importance of Facebook Groups for education purposes. (34:04) High-intensity vs low-intensity exercise and its effect on the brain. (38:22) Mind Pump on blue light blocking glasses and their design to prevent eye strain. (44:06) #Quah question #1 – I know that full range of motion is best but is there ever an appropriate time to incorporate partials? What are the benefits of doing partial reps? (46:33) #Quah question #2 - If my diet is not super dialed in, for example not getting enough protein, it feels like the gym isn't worth it. Should I still make a point to go? (59:23) #Quah question #3 – What exercise or exercises do you recommend if the back squat is not an option? (1:04:40) #Quah question #4 - What is the difference between reverse dieting and bulking? How long can you stay in a calorie surplus before you get efficient with calories and add body fat? (1:08:35) Related Links/Products Mentioned February Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off! **Code “SPLIT50” at checkout** Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! The year startups took over the Super Bowl Joe Rogan—Controversial Backer Of Bernie Sanders—Is The Top-Earning Podcaster, Making $30 Million A Year Plant-based diet may prevent cognitive decline High and low exercise intensity found to influence brain function differently Visit Felix Gray for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! The Only Way You Should Be Doing Bulgarian Split Squats! (BUTT GROWTH) - Mind Pump TV The ONLY Way You Should Be Doing Lunges! (Build GREAT Legs) - Mind Pump TV How To Goblet Squat - FREE Squat Like A PRO Guide – Mind Pump TV How To Eat If You Want To Pack On Muscle - Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Craig Capurso (@craigcapurso) Instagram Joe Rogan (@joerogan) Instagram Dr. Jordan Shallow D.C (@the_muscle_doc) Instagram Paul J. Fabritz (@pjfperformance) Instagram Eugene Teo (@coacheugeneteo) Instagram
1220: The 4 Best Sources of Protein
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin discuss the pros and cons of the four best sources of protein. The magic macronutrient, protein. (3:14) Why protein is important for the human body, muscle building, and fat loss? (5:44) Busting the myth that the body ‘burns’ muscle. (13:35) Two things you want to use to your advantage in the modern world when it comes to protein intake. #1 – Faster metabolism. (16:39) #2 – The satiety and thermic effects. (17:09) Making the case for high protein vs low protein diets. (19:50) The Best Sources of Protein. #1 - Wholefoods. (26:26) #2 - Animal. (28:22) #3 – Plant. (30:00) The popular Amino Acids. (31:48) The drawbacks to whole food protein consumption. (34:30) #4 - Protein powders. (37:50) Whey. (45:27) Egg. (52:05) Planet based. (58:53) Why BCAA’s are a waste of money. (1:04:42) The controversy surrounding soy protein. (1:06:15) Related Links/Products Mentioned February Promotion: MAPS Split ½ off! **Code “SPLIT50” at checkout** Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Protein intake and exercise for optimal muscle function with aging: Recommendations from the ESPEN Expert Group Optimising foods for satiety The Myth of Optimal Protein Intake - Mind Pump How Much Protein You REALLY Need to Build Muscle & Maximize Health – Mind Pump TV Branched-chain amino acids and muscle protein synthesis in humans: myth or reality? Not All Protein Is Created Equal (PROTEIN POWDER GUIDE) - Mind Pump TV The Dirty Dozen Effect of different protein sources on satiation and short-term satiety when consumed as a starter Protein supplement may cut risk of heart disease and stroke The protein digestibility-corrected amino acid score Arsenic, Lead Found in Popular Protein Supplements Mind Pump 1215: Dr. Becky Campbell on Thyroid Disease, Autoimmune Disease & Histamine Intolerance Mind Pump Free Resources
1219: How to Properly Perform a Row, Ways to Use a Sled in Training, Strength Training for Endurance Athletes & MORE
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the correct way to perform a row, strength training for endurance events, favorite ways to use a sled, and whether whey protein is damaging to the kidneys. House of Pain is Justin’s jam. (4:45) Sal goes down memory lane after watching the SUPPS documentary + the importance of third-party testing and paying attention to quality. (8:34) Mind Pump Live at the Arnold Classic. (22:10) Can ACL tears cause harmful changes in our brain structure? (28:46) Has the novelty worn off?? Burger King to lower prices on their Impossible Whopper. (38:10) Video game revenue is down. (44:08) How times have changed. The brilliance of the Instagram page ‘Influencers in the wild’. (48:35) #Quah question #1 – I've seen people do rows pulling traps together during the motion, while others let their shoulders roll forward. What is the correct way to perform a row? (53:02) #Quah question #2 – How would you strength train for endurance events, like marathons, where low body weight is key to running faster? (1:00:23) #Quah question #3 – What are your favorite ways to use a sled for your training and training clients? (1:06:30) #Quah question #4 – You pretty much always recommend whey protein, but I have heard that it could be damaging to the kidneys. Could you comment on that? (1:11:07) Related Links/Products Mentioned January Promotion: MAPS HIIT ½ off! **Code “HIIT50” at checkout** SUPPS: The Movie Director’s Cut – Amazon.com ABH NATURE’S PRODUCTS, INC, ABH PHARMA, INC., and STOCKNUTRA.COM, INC. Issues Nationwide Recall of All Lots of Dietary Supplement Products Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Mind Pump 922: John Romano Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Visit Magic Spoon for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Check out Mind Pump Live to get tickets for their next live event! More than a knee injury: ACL tears cause harmful changes in our brain structure Burger King Lowers Price of Impossible Whopper Game revenue down 21% at Microsoft as Xbox hardware sales slow Atari is opening its own hotels in eight US cities How To Properly Do The Seated Cable Row (IT MATTERS!) - Mind Pump TV The ONLY Way You Should Be Doing Dumbbell Bicep Curls! - Mind Pump TV The ONLY Way You Should Be Doing Lunges! (Build GREAT Legs) - Mind Pump TV How To Improve Your Squat Depth - FREE Squat Like A Pro Guide – Mind Pump TV Prime Bundle | MAPS Fitness Products - Mind Pump DeFrancosGym.com: HASD's (Heavy Ass Sled Drags) Strengthen Lateral Movement with a Lateral Sled Pull – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym) Instagram Mike Matthews (@muscleforlifefitness) Instagram Jason Phillips (@jasonphillipsisnutrition) Instagram Robert Oberst (@robertoberst) Instagram Tank Sinatra (@influencersinthewild) Instagra
1218: How a Poor Muscle Connection Impacts Muscle Growth, Ways to Relieve Joint Pain, When to Take a Diet Break & MORE
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about chronic joint pain, whether you can build muscles you can't connect to, thoughts on the carnivore diet, and how often you should take diet breaks. Why is Sal consuming black ant powder? (5:23) Adam recommends SUPPS: The Movie on Amazon Prime Video. (9:37) Protein powders and their quality throughout the years. (17:22) Trigger sessions 101: The lost universal training technique. (23:06) Gaining knowledge from Russian training techniques. (27:51) Mind Pump on the season premiere of The Biggest Loser and the brilliant marketing of Planet Fitness. (28:53) The origin story of the ‘Allstate Mayhem’ campaign. (44:56) The growing trend of demonizing protein. (48:28) #Quah question #1 – My joints always seem to be hurting. I work out 4-5 times a day, take fish oil and stay hydrated throughout the day. Am I doing something wrong? (54:10) #Quah question #2 – Can you build muscles you can't connect to? (1:03:18) #Quah question #3 – What are your thoughts on the carnivore diet and how long do you run it? (1:09:41) #Quah question #4 - How often you should take diet breaks and how long should they last? (1:16:16) Related Links/Products Mentioned January Promotion: MAPS HIIT ½ off! **Code “HIIT50” at checkout** Premium Black Ant Extract - Benefits The Digestive System SUPPS: The Movie Director's Cut - Amazon.com Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** MAPS Fitness Anabolic – Mind Pump Rubberbanditz Resistance Band Set How Allstate's Mayhem brought carnage and humor to insurance marketing HOW HIGH-PROTEIN DIETS COULD INCREASE HEART ATTACK RISK Prime Bundle | MAPS Fitness Products - Mind Pump Are you taking too much anti-inflammatory medication? Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Pavel Tsatsouline Erica ⬇️ 150 Lbs SW: 322 Lbs (@ericafitlove) Instagram Steve Cook (@stevecook) Instagram Mikhaila Peterson (@mikhailapeterson) Instagram
1217: Five Surprising Benefits of Weight Training
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin go over five benefits of weight training that are often overlooked. The unexpected value of resistance training. (2:07) #1 – Promotes a better functioning brain. (6:20) Proprioceptive learning. (10:06) Central Nervous System (CNS) adaption. (16:05) #2 – The positive effect on your libido and hormone levels. (18:04) #3 – The clear changes in your mood. (25:36) #4 – Improves your ability to fight off illness. (36:34) #5 – Empowers your independence and confidence. (43:46) Related Links/Products Mentioned January Promotion: MAPS HIIT ½ off! **Code “HIIT50” at checkout** Weight training may boost brain power An investigation of the relationship between physical fitness, self-concept, and sexual functioning Effects of progressive resistance training on growth hormone and testosterone levels in young and elderly subjects. Mind Pump 1215: Dr. Becky Campbell on Thyroid Disease, Autoimmune Disease & Histamine Intolerance Strengthen your mood with weight training Lifting Weights May Help With Depression How Exercise May Help Us Fight Off Colds Strength training: Get stronger, leaner, healthier Effects of Resistance Exercise on Bone Health Strength training builds more than muscles Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram Dr. Becky Campbell (@drbeckycampbell) Instagram
1216: How to Use Mini-cuts & Mini-bulks to Maximize Gains, the Benefits of Carb Cycling, When to Deload & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about how often to deload, mini-bulks and mini-cuts, the benefits of carb-cycling and if it may cause a bad relationship with food, and whether foam rolling actually works. Mind Pump on the supplements/prohormones they took in the past, the ‘false truth’ surrounding them, the great hustle & MORE. (4:49) Opinion: Mind Pump on California passing Assembly Bill 5. (16:13) Mind Pump on Donald Cerrone’s ass beating and Conor McGregor’s brilliance. (22:18) The myth that war boosts the economy. (28:27) Interesting news on the Tik Tok front. (32:06) China quarantine and the ‘Coronavirus’. (33:10) The pros and cons of police facial recognition technology. (34:45) Food quality is worth paying the price. (41:03) A leader of the biggest US organic food fraud gets a 10-year jail term. (45:03) Top YouTube earner of 2019. (47:13) #Quah question #1 – Do you guys recommend deload weeks in between phases of your programs? If so, how often and what would you recommend they look like? (52:31) #Quah question #2 – What are your thoughts on mini-bulks and mini-cuts? (1:00:32) #Quah question #3 – Are there any benefits to carb-cycling or can it cause a bad relationship with food? (1:05:13) #Quah question #4 – Does foam rolling actually work? What’s the science behind it? Is it better to have a hard or a soft foam roller? (1:11:06) Related Links/Products Mentioned January Promotion: MAPS HIIT ½ off! **Code “HIIT50” at checkout** Assembly Bill 5 threatens small businesses across California How Conor McGregor plans to overtake Jameson as the best-selling Irish whiskey in the US How an Economy Grows and Why It Crashes - Book by Peter Schiff US Army bans soldiers from using TikTok Strengthening coronavirus surges across China as authorities mobilize response; third case confirmed in U.S. London police to deploy facial recognition cameras across the city How the Police Use Facial Recognition, and Where It Falls Short Scientists Have Invented a Mind-Reading Machine That Visualises Your Thoughts Visit Magic Spoon for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Leader of Largest US Organic Food Fraud Gets 10-Year Term Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! The Highest-Paid YouTube Stars of 2019: The Kids Are Killing It Mind Pump Episode 887: The Fastest Growing Sport in the World with NRG Esport Co-Founder Andy Miller MAPS Fitness Products – Mind Pump Benefits Of A Deload Week & When To Deload For Recovery And Gains – Mind Pump Carb Cycling: A Good Way To Lose Fat? - Mind Pump Blog The Science of Carb Cycling: How It Works and How to Do It Right (2020) How To Foam Roll PROPERLY (AVOID THESE MISTAKES) | MIND PUMP Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Donald Cerrone (@cowboycerrone) Instagram Conor McGregor Official (@thenotoriousmma) Instagram Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne) Instagram
1215: Dr. Becky Campbell on Thyroid Disease, Autoimmune Disease & Histamine Intolerance
What does a functional medicine doctor do and how do they differ from a traditional doctor? (2:52) What are the most common offenders she sees in her practice? (6:50) The growing problem of (SIBO) small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. What is it? Who does it affect and what can be done to treat it? (8:00) How what you eat has NO effect on your skin. (15:57) What are the ‘toxins’ we are exposed to? (18:17) Testing women’s hormones the RIGHT way. (21:31) What does estrogen dominance produce in terms of symptoms? (22:58) Becky’s ‘Order of Operations’ when it comes to her clients. (24:45) The rise of Thyroid disease and higher cortisol levels. (28:30) What does exercise intolerance look like? (31:54) Veganism and nutrient deficiency. (36:44) Breaking down why we get heartburn and how to treat it. (39:42) Why all diets are NOT created equal for women. (42:31) The symptoms for Histamine Intolerance, the best way to test & MORE. (44:49) How big of a role does your mental state play on your health? (55:15) What does the training look like for a functional medicine doctor? (58:30) Will functional medicine become more regulated? (1:00:27) The signs you are seeing the WRONG doctor. (1:03:30) What are some of the most useful supplements and herbs? (1:05:20) Creatine and functional medicine. (1:08:00) What is on the horizon for functional medicine? (1:09:27) What is most difficult to diagnose? (1:11:09) Featured Guest/People Mentioned Dr. Becky Campbell (@drbeckycampbell) Instagram Website Christina Rice, NTP (@christinaricewellness) Instagram Dr. Ben Lynch (@drbenlynch) Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned January Promotion: MAPS HIIT ½ off! **Code “HIIT50” at checkout** The 4‑Phase Histamine Reset Plan: Getting to the Root of Migraines, Eczema, Vertigo, Allergies and More - Dr. Becky Campbell Use of natural antimicrobials to increase antibiotic susceptibility of drug resistant bacteria. Mind Pump 1212: Seven Ways to Raise Your Testosterone Naturally DUTCH Test – Advanced Hormone Testing NIH study finds heavily processed foods cause overeating and weight gain Visit Four Sigmatic for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout**
1214: The Best Way to Train Abs, Review of Mark Rippetoe’s Trap Bar Critique, Biggest Loser Challenges in the Workplace & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about “Biggest Loser” challenges in the workplace, the best way to train abs, Mark Rippetoe's critique of the trap bar as a poor and unsafe substitute for the barbell, and stretching, foam rolling or mobility work as the best for muscular health. ‘Fake health’ is the latest trend. (4:08) Why people don’t take bodybuilders advice seriously. (5:42) Mind Pump on ‘Ancient Aliens’ & old 80’s films they have watched over and over. (11:54) Mind Pump drops random knowledge. (22:34) Mind Pump on the Kansas vs Kansas St. brawl & qualities of a great man. (24:12) Adam’s new favorite piece of Vuori clothing. (28:19) Is Chris Hemsworth trying to become the new Ben Greenfield? (30:16) F45 vs Orangetheory, motivation as a state of mind & these fitness modalities capitalizing on the consumer. (31:12) Will Mind Pump be watching the newest season of The Biggest Loser? (36:15) HUGE NEWS on the cure for cancer front. (37:28) Thyroid cancer linked to cell phone usage? (41:00) #Quah question #1 – Thoughts on “Biggest Loser” challenges in the workplace? (43:21) #Quah question #2 – What is the best way to train abs? Isometric, concentric or eccentric? (51:05) #Quah question #3 – What are your thoughts on trap bar deadlifts? Mark Rippetoe recently released a video talking about why the trap bar is a poor and unsafe substitute for the barbell. (57:13) #Quah question #4 – What do you think is best for overall muscular health and longevity, stretching, foam rolling or mobility work? (1:07:43) People Mentioned Dr. Tony Huge® (@drtonyhuge) Instagram Ben Pakulski (@bpakfitness) Instagram IFBB LEGEND FLEX WHEELER (@officialflexwheeler) Instagram Chris Hemsworth (@chrishemsworth) Instagram Ben Greenfield Fitness (@bengreenfieldfitness) Instagram Mark Rippetoe (@CoachRippetoe) Twitter Cory Schlesinger (@schlesstrength) Instagram Max Schmarzo (ATC/CSCS/MS) (@strong_by_science) Instagram Paul J. Fabritz (@pjfperformance) Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned January Promotion: MAPS HIIT ½ off! **Code “HIIT50” at checkout** Ancient Aliens "Rad" 25th Anniversary Screening Uptown Theatre - Bicycle Boogie On Stage Massive brawl breaks out at end of Kansas-Kansas State | College Basketball on ESPN Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! CAN AGING BE CURED? CHRIS HEMSWORTH WANTS TO FIND OUT F45 Training Receives Investment from Mark Wahlberg Investment Group Why we Caution People to Stay Away from CrossFit – Mind Pump Blog Accidental Discovery of New T-Cell Hailed as Major Breakthrough for ‘Universal’ Cancer Therapy Cell phone use and risk of thyroid cancer: a population-based case–control study in Connecticut The (2) BEST Ab Exercises You’re NOT Doing Properly (STRONG CORE) | MIND PUMP TV The Best Way to Develop Your Abs – Mind Pump Blog Why the Trap Bar is Completely Useless with Mark Rippetoe Starting Strength Mind Pump Free Resources