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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1603: How to Build a Thick & Wide Back, the Best Mobility Exercises to Improve Your Low Bar Squat, the Pros & Cons of Opening a Gym & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether there is a different way to train for a wide back vs. a thick back, the best mobility exercises for low bar squats, training under the influence of marijuana, and tips for an aspiring entrepreneur who wants to open their own gym. What can happen when you work out next to Sal. (4:11) The best time to eat protein and build muscle health. (7:20) Study finds that women can predict a man's attitude toward casual sexual relationships based on his face. (14:01) Peloton to move into the video game market. Will it succeed? (17:05) Vuori, the Nordstrom of athleisure wear. (25:48) California passes the US’s first state-backed guaranteed income plan. The challenges and should you be skeptical? (31:39) Does controversy sell? (43:12) #Quah question #1 – Is there a different way to train for a wide back versus a thick back? (52:30) #Quah question #2 – What are the best mobility exercises for low bar squats? (59:48) #Quah question #3 – Is training under the influence of marijuana bad? (1:03:31) #Quah question #4 – What tips would you give an aspiring entrepreneur who wants to open their own gym? (1:09:40) Related Links/Products Mentioned July Promotion: MAPS HIIT and the No BS 6-Pack Formula 50% off! **Promo code “JULYSPECIAL” at checkout** Distribution of dietary protein intake in daily meals influences skeletal muscle hypertrophy via the muscle clock Visit Magic Spoon for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Facial shape provides a valid cue to sociosexuality in men but not women Peloton says it's preparing to enter the video game business Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! California passes first ever guaranteed income plan Leyna Bloom makes history as Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue's first transgender cover model Visit Serenity Kids for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “MP20” at checkout** Mind Pump #1187: Four Ways To Build An Impressive Back MAPS Prime Webinar MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Suspension Training Series - 3 Favorite Shoulder Exercises – Mind Pump TV Correcting Upper Cross Syndrome to Improve Posture & Health– Prone Cobra – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere) Instagram Ben Pollack, Ph.D. (@phdeadlift) Instagram
1602: Why Intermittent Fasting is Bad
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover the pros and cons of practicing intermittent fasting. What is fasting, and the history behind it? (2:52) When did fasting become mainstream? (10:46) The benefits of intermittent fasting. (15:20) The dark side and detriments of fasting. (28:53) Who should AVOID fasting? (33:43) Who is fasting FOR, and when is it a good idea? (40:47) Why fasting is NOT an effective weight loss strategy. (46:15) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: Intermittent Fasting Guide 50% off! **Promo code “IF50” at checkout** Visit Drink LMNT for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Why You Should NOT Use Intermittent Fasting To Lose Weight – Mind Pump Podcast Fasting Mimicking Diet Intermittent Fasting - Dominic D'Agostino Is Fasting Effective? - Mind Pump Blog Fasting is a Terrible Way to Lose Weight – Mind Pump Blog Should You Incorporate Fasting to Help Lose Weight? - Mind Pump Blog The Warrior Diet: Switch on Your Biological Powerhouse For High Energy, Explosive Strength, and a Leaner, Harder Body Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal Axis - an overview Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dominic D'Agostino (@dominic.dagostino.kt) Instagram Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne) Instagram Hodgetwins (@hodgetwins) Instagram
1601: How to Build Big Arms, the Best Way to Train to Increase Pull-Ups, the Truth About Lifting Belts & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the best way to train for pull-ups, growing arm size, whether lifting belts are necessary for heavy lifting, and methods for recovering faster from overtraining. Mind Pump’s vacation workout tips. (4:46) The guys recap their vacations with their families: Kauai adventures, moving pains, and leaps in growth. (6:35) Is Adam falling in love with golf? (21:43) Barbequing with Adam Schafer. (24:25) You look strong. (31:01) Study: Do trans athletes have an advantage? (33:35) Inflation’s silver lining? (35:22) Kevin Hart’s birthday surprise for the ages. (36:10) Injuries in sports and the most gruesome one the guys have seen in person. (37:52) Mind Pump’s nutrition secrets while vacationing. (45:57) #Quah question #1 – What's the best way to train for pull-ups? (51:13) #Quah question #2 – I want to grow the size of my arms. Are heavy weights and low reps better or lower weight and higher reps? (57:52) #Quah question #3 – Are lifting belts necessary for heavy lifting? (1:02:38) #Quah question #4 – What is everyone’s method for recovering faster from overtraining? (1:09:28) Related Links/Products Mentioned July Promotion: MAPS HIIT and the No BS 6-Pack Formula 50% off! **Promo code “JULYSPECIAL” at checkout** Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! How does hormone transition in transgender women change body composition, muscle strength and haemoglobin? Systematic review with a focus on the implications for sport participation It’s not certain rising wages will be enough to outpace inflation Kevin Hart Llama Jake Paul shows off shiny new Conor McGregor necklace of knockout by Dustin Poirier Viral video sparks conspiracy theory on when Conor McGregor broke his leg at UFC 264 Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout* Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. Stop Working Out And Start Practicing - Mind Pump Media Rubberbanditz Resistance Band Set How To Do A Pull Up | Banded Pull Up Regression (TRY THIS) - Mind Pump TV Mind Pump #1417: How To Get Stubborn Arms To Grow Build Your Triceps with Angles – Mind Pump TV Build Your Biceps with Angles – Mind Pump TV Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! MAPS Fitness Anabolic | Muscle Adaptation Programming System Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Kevin Hart (@kevinhart4real) Instagram Jake Paul (@jakepaul) Instagram Conor McGregor (@thenotoriousmma) Instagram
1600: How to Train When Recovering from an Injury
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin outline four steps to take when getting back into training when recovering from an injury or a layoff. How do I get started back into training after an injury, pregnancy, or long layoff? (2:25) Step 1: Concentrate on Stability and Connection. (6:09) Step 2: Prime your body back into proper alignment. (20:51) Step 3: Practice Correctional Exercises frequently. (32:06) Step 4: Re-focus on the skill of the basic exercises. (41:13) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: Safe Start Bundle (MAPS Starter, MAPS Prime/Prime Pro, and MAPS Anabolic) for the low price of $149.99 Visit Paleo Valley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “Mindpump15” at checkout for 15% discount** Is Inactivity the Leading Cause of Chronic Pain? - Mind Pump Blog How to Get Back on the Fitness Wagon After a Hiatus – Mind Pump Blog How to Get Back on Track with Your Fitness After Having a Baby – Mind Pump Blog Getting Back in Shape After Having a Baby - Don't be Hard on Yourself – Mind Pump Blog Is Warming Up Before A Workout Necessary? - Mind Pump Blog MAPS Prime Webinar Fighting Chronic Back Pain with Mobility Exercises – Mind Pump Blog MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources
1599: How to Get Past the Mental Hurdle of Eating More to Speed Up the Metabolism, Ways to Regain Strength & Athleticism After a Layoff, The Best Training to Improve Sports Performance & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions via Zoom. The Mind Pump x NCI coaching experience. (3:48) How tech could impact the fitness industry. (12:51) The Airbnb of rental cars. (22:38) The incredible journey of your child’s early growth. (27:22) Mind Pump speculates on the future of autonomous cars, celebrities in politics, and virtual reality. (30:53) How Mind Pump vacations. (39:52) #Quah question #1 – How can I gain my functional strength and athleticism back after going through appendicitis surgery? (49:28) #Quah question #2 – How would you go about pursuing a side split, while training for strength? (55:21) #Quah question #3 – How can I get my wife over the mental aspect of increasing calories, bulking, while pursuing building strength? (1:01:39) #Quah question #4 – What are some specific exercises or mobility movements that I can do to gain more distance on the golf course? (1:10:47) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com July Promotion: MAPS HIIT and the No BS 6-Pack Formula 50% off! **Promo code “JULYSPECIAL” at checkout** NCI Certifications x Mind Pump Visual AI for instant, accurate damage appraisal | Tractable Tractable raises $60M at a $1B valuation to make damage appraisals using AI Zipcar The Airbnb of Cars: Use Turo to Save on Your Car Rental Turo | Find the perfect car on the world's largest car sharing marketplace Idiocracy (2006) - IMDb How Roblox is setting the stage for more and more concerts Visit ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! MAPS Fitness Anabolic | Muscle Adaptation Programming System MAPS Fitness Performance | Muscle Adaptation Programming System MAPS Fitness Prime | Muscle Adaptation Programming System MAPS Fitness Prime Pro | Muscle Adaptation Programming System COSSACK SQUAT - Increase Mobility & Leg Strength (TRY THIS SQUAT) - Mind Pump TV Mind Pump #1565: Why Women Should Bulk Add Windmills to Your Workout to Increase Your Deadlift Strength – Mind Pump TV Stop Working Out And Start Practicing - Mind Pump Media Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Jason Phillips (@jasonphillipsisnutrition) Instagram Jordan Syatt (@syattfitness) Instagram Craig Capurso (@craigcapurso) Instagram Kelly Starrett (@thereadystate) Instagram
1598: Why People Should Avoid HIIT, How Forced Reps Can Cause Muscle Loss, Ways Poor Health Prevents Body Fat Loss & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether certain people should avoid HIIT, if forced reps are a good idea or are too taxing on the CNS, the number of sets & reps one should do for each body part if training with full body workouts, and how poor gut health affects the metabolism and the ability to efficiently lose body fat. The benefits and value of the safety squat bar and the sled for the avid aging lifter. (3:18) The high school football update with Justin. (14:33) Math is not racist. (18:51) Why the guys are disappointed in themselves regarding some comments made in their recent interview with Melissa Urban. (20:38) Weird News with Sal: Homeless man with no arms stabs someone with his feet! Plus, how a man uses cherry pies for sexual kicks. (27:21) Sal’s incredible superpower. (32:56) Mind Pump reviews ‘The Tomorrow War’. (34:38) Have scientists figured out the mystery that is the Bermuda Triangle? (38:14) How the guys are looking good on camera in large part to Caldera. (43:34) #Quah question #1 – Should certain people avoid HIIT? Or is it a good workout for all people? (47:39) #Quah question #2 – What are your thoughts on forced reps with the help of a training partner? Do you guys think this is a good idea or could it be taxing on the Central Nervous System (CNS)? (58:31) #Quah question #3 – How many sets and reps should you do for each body part if you're training with full-body workouts? (1:05:50) #Quah question #4 – How does poor health affect the metabolism and your ability to efficiently lose body fat? (1:10:41) Related Links/Products Mentioned July Promotion: MAPS HIIT and the No BS 6-Pack Formula 50% off! **Promo code “JULYSPECIAL” at checkout** Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump5” at checkout** How To Do The Sled Push The RIGHT Way! (AVOID MISTAKES!) - Mind Pump TV Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout* Is mathematics racist? California could blaze pathway with woke math Mind Pump #1592: The 30 Day Diet Experiment That Launched An Empire With Melissa Urban Man with no arms stabbed stranger with his feet: police ‘Pervert hid cherry pies under women’s car tires for sexual kicks’ Watch The Tomorrow War | Prime Video Loki | Disney+ Originals Bermuda Triangle mystery 'solved,' scientists claim Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout for the discount** Why Most HIIT Programs Only Work for Short Periods of Time – Mind Pump Blog 5 HUGE Mistakes Skinny Guys Make with Workouts – Mind Pump Blog MAPS Fitness Anabolic | Muscle Adaptation Programming System Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Melissa Urban | Whole30 (@melissau) Instagram Paul Chek (@paul.chek) Instagram
1597: The Science of Extraordinary Athletic Performance With David Epstein
In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin speak with investigative journalist and New York Times best selling author David Epstein about, nature, nurture, and athletic performance. The Sports Gene: A story of tragedy sparked by an interest in genetics. (1:51) Why are certain populations over misrepresented in sports? (3:37) Why he was more backwards than getting it right researching for his new book. (6:21) The generalization of skills. (9:38) When is the perfect time for specialization? (14:28) How would he mold his perfect athlete? (17:10) Why he believes athletes now are at a drug disadvantage. (22:36) How technological innovations have made a HUGE impact on the elite level in sports. (24:14) The democratization of sports. (28:13) How much of a role do steroids play in professional sports? (30:59) Comparing the impact of anabolic steroids, human growth hormone, and erythropoietin (EPO). (36:10) The story behind his breakout investigation of Alex Rodriguez testing positive for steroids. (39:40) His personal beliefs on athletes using performance-enhancing drugs. (43:50) Should transgender athletes be allowed to compete or not? (49:45) The current research he finds interesting. (52:40) Are we jumping the gun on new drugs? (55:07) What will be the next big technological leap in sports? (59:47) Has his attitude changed towards blood doping in sports? (1:06:07) Featured Guest/People Mentioned Dave Epstein (@GrowingWisdom) Twitter David Epstein Website Serena Williams (@serenawilliams) Instagram Venus Williams (@venuswilliams) Instagram Simone Biles (@simonebiles) Instagram Michael Phelps (@m_phelps00) Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned July Promotion: MAPS HIIT and the No BS 6-Pack Formula 50% off! **Promo code “JULYSPECIAL” at checkout** Visit Felix Gray for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! David Epstein: Are athletes really getting faster, better, stronger? The Sports Gene: Inside the Science of Extraordinary Athletic Performance The Campus - Judy Murray Tennis Camps Jesse Owens - Wikipedia Big Bang of Body Types: Sports Science at the Olympics and beyond Report: Alex Rodriguez Tested Positive for Steroids in 2003 The Grasshopper: Games, Life and Utopia Joanna Harper on the Performance of Transgender Athletes Do transgender athletes have an edge? I sure don’t. The ONLY Way You Should Be Doing Dumbbell Bicep Curls! - Mind Pump TV What is Bully Whippet Syndrome? Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources
1596: The Truth About Using Fat Burners & Shakes to Lose Fat, How a Calorie Deficit Affects Recovery, Prioritizing Macros Vs. Calories When Reverse Dieting & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about shakes and fat burners to shed weight, whether macros or calories should be the priority when reverse dieting, if training fasted makes you stronger in your workouts, and the amount of muscle soreness and recovery time you can expect if you’re in a calorie deficit. Another incredible aspect of resistance training. (4:07) How the Ned Mello has been a game-changer for the guy's sleep. (15:07) The ultra-sensitivity of children at a young age. (18:59) How much is the “right” dose of caffeine? (32:50) TikTok creating yet another way to bring in top talent. (37:14) Norway to criminalize photoshopping. (40:43) Do you trust the media? (44:02) The troubling effect of technology and social media on your child’s posture. (46:13) #Quah question #1 – What's your view on shakes and fat burners to shed weight? (50:40) #Quah question #2 – When reverse dieting, should macros or calories be the priority? (54:34) #Quah question #3 – Does training fasted make you stronger in your workouts? (58:13) #Quah question #4 – If you’re in a calorie deficit, do you expect to experience more muscle soreness and a longer recovery time? If so, should you reduce intensity and volume or increase calories for a couple of weeks? (1:02:03) Related Links/Products Mentioned July Promotion: MAPS HIIT and the No BS 6-Pack Formula 50% off! **Promo code “JULYSPECIAL” at checkout** Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** TikTok tests a Cameo-like option that lets users pay for custom creator videos 'Norway's law on editing photos is a positive step - but where do we draw the line?' US ranks last among 46 countries in trust in media, Reuters Institute report finds Resistance Training-Induced Elevations in Muscular Strength in Trained Men Are Maintained After 2 Weeks of Detraining and Not Differentially Affected by Whey Protein Supplementation - PubMed Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. MAPS Macro Calculator Reverse Dieting: What Is It and Should YOU Try It?? | MIND PUMP Sore muscles…what does it mean? - Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Ben Pakulski (@bpakfitness) Instagram Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne) Instagram
1595: Your Ideas Suck… How to be an Entrepreneur With Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph
In this episode Sal, Adam, and Justin interview Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph Are you born to be an entrepreneur or is it something that can be developed? (1:52) Why would you want to be an entrepreneur? (3:35) An example of colliding your idea with reality. (6:45) The birth of Netflix. (12:04) The evolution of his relationship with Reed Hastings. (15:57) Was Netflix laughed out of the room pitching their idea to Blockbuster? (22:00) How did they generate enough revenue to stay afloat during those dark days? (30:14) Why if these companies do not have the courage to disrupt themselves, someone else will do it for them. (32:33) The importance of being comfortable with uncertainty. (36:39) How if you don’t know what you want, the opportunity of getting it is very slim. (39:30) Why you should never fall in love with your ideas. (42:42) Why there is no substitute for trial and error. (45:52) What is success if not the ability to go and spend your day with the things you love? (46:54) What characteristics does he look for in an entrepreneur? (49:26) The distinct layers of scaling a business. (51:10) His take on the two different models of streaming. (56:10) The essential ingredient of the algorithm. (59:58) The interesting dynamic of the growing podcast space. (1:01:36) What up and coming businesses excite him? (1:04:48) Related Links/Products Mentioned July Promotion: MAPS HIIT and the No BS 6-Pack Formula 50% off! **Promo code “JULYSPECIAL” at checkout** Visit ChiliPad for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! That Will Never Work: The Birth of Netflix and the Amazing Life of an Idea That Will Never Work Podcast Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Marc Randolph (@thatwillneverwork) Instagram Reed Hastings (@reedhastings) Twitter
1594: Periodized Training for Special Ops Service Members, Ways to Correct Imbalances Without Creating New Ones, How to Work Out Pre, During & Post Pregnancy & More (Listener Live Coaching)
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer five Pump Head questions via Zoom. The high school football update with Justin Andrews. (3:53) Have you hit your peak neuroplasticity? (13:54) A study highlighting the complexity and weirdness of the placebo effect. (22:28) Will we see Mind Pump on OnlyFans? (27:16) Mind Pump, continuing to change the conversation around fitness. (31:08) San Francisco residents want out. (34:42) Homelessness and organized crime ravaging San Francisco. (37:25) The world’s most successful squatter. (39:26) The power of quantum computing. (41:51) Adam gets creative with the various ways he eats Magic Spoon cereal. (47:57) #Quah question #1 – Can I still make physical progress while in the third trimester or should I focus on feeling good? What program would you recommend post-baby? (55:32) #Quah question #2 – As a trainer, how do you program and periodize training for special operations service members? (1:02:44) #Quah question #3 – What program would benefit my passion for shot putting? (1:20:08) #Quah question #4 – How do I address my imbalances without creating new issues in the process? (1:27:52) #Quah question #5 – What programming should I focus on if I suffer from Crohn’s disease and colitis? (1:37:07) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com July Promotion: MAPS HIIT and the No BS 6-Pack Formula 50% off! **Promo code “JULYSPECIAL” at checkout** MAPS Prime Webinar Take Advantage of the Periods of Peak Neuroplasticity Mouth Rinsing With a Pink Non-caloric, Artificially-Sweetened Solution Improves Self-Paced Running Performance and Feelings of Pleasure in Habitually Active Individuals OnlyFans to Pivot Away From Pornography, Seeking $1 Billion USD Valuation Behind The Scenes Workout With Sal – Mind Pump Podcast 40% of San Francisco residents plan to leave due to quality of life: Poll NY man avoids eviction for 23 years, still lives in house he doesn’t own for free (report) Google wants to build a useful quantum computer by 2029 Google’s Quantum Computer Is About 158 Million Times Faster Than the World’s Fastest Supercomputer Kids' metabolic health can be improved with exercise during pregnancy: here's why -- ScienceDaily Visit Magic Spoon for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Performance Bars - Mtn Ops Visit From You Flowers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! MAPS Starter | MAPS Fitness Products - Mind Pump Media MAPS Fitness Anabolic | Muscle Adaptation Programming System Mind Pump #907: Cory Schlesinger MAPS Fitness Prime Pro | Muscle Adaptation Programming System MAPS Fitness Performance | Muscle Adaptation Programming System Bigger Leaner Stronger: The Simple Science of Building the Ultimate Male Body MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mind Pump Memes (@mindpump_memes) Instagram Tony Sentmanat (@realworld_tactical) Instagram Cory Schlesinger (@schlesstrength) Instagram Mike Matthews (@muscleforlifefitness) Instagram
1593: How Flexing Can Help Build Muscle, Inexpensive High Protein Snacks & Meals, Ways to Increase Core Strength & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether flexing has any significant carry over for the mind to muscle connection, the best way to increase core strength & performance, if food intolerances are self-induced, and good high protein meal or snack ideas for someone on a college budget. You got to let them know sometimes. (3:36) Great athletes of the past. (11:29) Sal on how the book sales have been doing. (17:27) The importance of lifting weights and having proper nutrition to cater to your specific sport. (18:39) The surprising new NFL COVID rules for the upcoming season. (27:20) Fun Facts with Justin: How many sides does the Great Pyramid have? (31:25) Adam’s famous smoked ribs recipe brought to you by Butcher Box. (40:15) #Quah question #1 – Does flexing in the mirror have any significant carry-over for the mind-to-muscle connection? (46:43) #Quah question #2 – What's the best way to increase core strength & performance? (52:47) #Quah question #3 – Are food intolerances self-induced or not? (57:42) #Quah question #4 – What are some good high protein meal or snack ideas for someone on a college budget? (1:01:27) Related Links/Products Mentioned July Promotion: MAPS HIIT and the No BS 6-Pack Formula 50% off! **Promo code “JULYSPECIAL” at checkout** Behind The Scenes Workout With Sal – Mind Pump Podcast 3 Reasons Why You Should Train w/ Indian Clubs & Steel Mace (John Wolf) | MIND PUMP How to Use Indian Clubs – Mind Pump TV How To Use The Steel Mace Bell in Your Fitness Training (John Wolf) | MIND PUMP The Great Gama - Wikipedia The Resistance Training Revolution – Book by Sal Di Stefano Mind Pump #506: Dr. Bhrett McCabe On Confidence, Being Authentic, Playing To Win & Sal, Adam & Justin’s Biggest Fear Visit Drink LMNT for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Unvaccinated NFL players will have a much, much more difficult season under new rules JRE #1671 – Bret Weinstein & Dr. Pierre Kory The 8 Sides of the Great Pyramid - Ancient Code Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. Priming Your Body Before and After Workouts – Mind Pump Blog Build An Amazing Midsection with the Side Wood Chop – Mind Pump TV No BS 6-Pack Abs | MAPS Fitness Products - Mind Pump Media MAPS Fitness Performance - Mind Pump Media Mind Pump #1587: Getting To Root Cause Of Low Energy, Skin Issues And A Poor Libido With Dr. Stephen Cabral Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Bret Weinstein (@bretweinstein) Twitter Graham Hancock Kali Muscle (@kalimuscle) Instagram
1592: The 30 Day Diet Experiment That Launched an Empire With Melissa Urban
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin have a fascinating conversation with Whole30 co-founder Melissa Urban. A traumatizing event that led to numbing her feelings with drugs. (2:17) The moment the wheels fell off. (5:13) What caused her to relapse? (9:02) Why food and drugs are not that different. (12:12) The challenges and process of changing your mindset. (14:49) The importance of doing the hard work. (18:52) The powerful transformative experience that sparked the Whole30. (20:50) The impetus that sparked her first Whole30 experiment and the game-changing results that came from it. (23:33) When did the transition happen from blog to business? (28:42) The moment she recognized she needed a new approach to her training. (30:24) How did she escape the CrossFit mentality? (36:40) Coping with a rise of fame. (40:56) The challenges of growing a business while going through a divorce. (42:33) The pivotal moments that sparked an empire. (51:23) What are the biggest misconceptions around the Whole30? (53:14) A conversation around food accessibility, privilege, and race. (57:28) What does the future look like for the program? (1:06:28) What is her metric for success? (1:07:48) Any pushback from the medical community? (1:09:43) What is her least favorite part of having something so massive? (1:11:21) Featured Guest/People Mentioned Melissa Urban | Whole30 (@melissau) Instagram Whole30 Robb Wolf (@dasrobbwolf) Instagram Gretchen Rubin (@gretchenrubin) Instagram Diana Rodgers, RD (@sustainabledish) Instagram Jamie Oliver (@jamieoliver) Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned July Promotion: MAPS HIIT and the No BS 6-Pack Formula 50% off! **Promo code “JULYSPECIAL” at checkout** Visit Four Sigmatic for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout The Whole30: The 30-Day Guide to Total Health and Food Freedom Mind Pump #1475: Eating Meat Is Good For The Climate With Robb Wolf Sustainable Dish Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources
1591: The Best Form of Cardio, the Truth About Partial Reps, the Best Time of Day to Work Out & More
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about instances where partial reps are better than a full range of motion, the best forms of cardio, the benefits of training first thing in the morning compared to afternoon and evening, and their biggest regret from their early weight training days. The BEST way to use ‘supersets’ in your programming. (5:15) A very Happy 4th of July Mind Pump weekend. (12:33) Sal updates on his son’s sleep training progress. (18:04) The nutritional value of eating organ meats. (29:42) Shout out to Hunter McIntyre! (33:30) Why Sal stays out of the water. (37:55) What the latest job numbers say about the state of the economy and society. (42:01) Bill Cosby has a GOOD lawyer. (48:05) Adam knows A LOT about Britney Spears. (49:12) TikTok influencers need to stop. (56:56) The benefits of ‘Immunity’ from Organifi. (58:55) #Quah question #1 – Is there any instance where partial reps are better than a full range of motion? (1:01:17) #Quah question #2 – Out of all the forms of cardio, which would you guys recommend? (1:07:45) #Quah question #3 – What are the benefits of training first thing in the morning compared to afternoon and evening? (1:15:10) #Quah question #4 – What is your biggest regret from your early weight training days? (1:22:08) Related Links/Products Mentioned July Promotion: MAPS HIIT and the No BS 6-Pack Formula 50% off! **Promo code “JULYSPECIAL” at checkout** How To Use Supersets For Maximum Muscle Gain – Mind Pump Blog Batelle - Remote Sleep School Visit Paleo Valley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “Mindpump15” at checkout for 15% discount** Agonizing Video Shows Moment Man Becomes Victim Of Shark Attack While Parasailing Latest Jobs Report Shows Employment Bouncing Back After Massive Loss in April Bill Cosby released from prison after conviction vacated Britney Spears’s Conservatorship Nightmare Leaving Neverland | Documentaries | HBO Visit From You Flowers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout* NEAT vs. Cardio for Maximum Calorie Burn – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Hunter McIntyre (@huntthesheriff) Instagram Joe Donnelly (@joedonnellyfit) Instagram Mike Salemi (@mike.salemi) Instagram
1590: How to Use Failure & Rejection to Get What You Want in Life With Jen Cohen
In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Jen Cohen who provides practical advice about the mindset that has fueled her success in multiple industries and endeavors despite failing over and over. When Jen first met Mind Pump. (2:10) Why being underestimated can be a good thing sometimes. (6:05) How learning and taking action will get you to where you want to be. (7:28) Why being curious is her superpower. (9:30) How regret is worse than rejection. (13:20) The importance of building relationships and being interested. (16:16) Using that ‘chip on your shoulder’ to fuel you and NOT define you. (19:05) The lessons learned through fitness. (25:31) Defining your core values and non-negotiables. (27:33) An insight into the man who holds her down. (31:16) Why she believes everyone is the same. (42:44) The differences between her male and female clients and how she coaches them through that. (45:26) Why the better you know yourself, the more you know what you want. (48:48) So, you want to be a podcaster. (50:16) Why if you don’t have good content, no one will listen. (52:48) Being comfortable with asking the tough questions and being radically honest. (54:45) Getting over the scarcity and abundance mindset. (1:07:33) Her system to building long-lasting relationships. (1:10:05) How many episodes has she not aired? (1:15:52) Why different perspectives are always great, but they must bring value and communicate properly. (1:20:55) Get yourself a person to balance you out. (1:25:15) Featured Guest Jen Cohen (@therealjencohen) on Instagram Website Habits and Hustle Podcast Related Links/Products Mentioned July Promotion: MAPS HIIT and the No BS 6-Pack Formula 50% off! **Promo code “JULYSPECIAL” at checkout** Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump5” at checkout** Mind Pump #930: Jennifer Cohen Knows How To Get What She Wants The Secret to Getting Anything You Want in Life given by Jennifer Cohen | Jen Cohen | TEDxBuckhead Habits and Hustle Episode 117: Sal Di Stefano – Mind Pump Host, Top Fitness Podcast in the World How to Win Friends & Influence People Home | smartless Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Becky Campbell (@drbeckycampbell) Instagram Joe Rogan (@joerogan) Instagram Jim Kwik (@jimkwik) Instagram
1589: How to Train to Balance Hormones, the Pros & Cons of Switching Between Full Body & Push/Pull, Tips for Lifting After Surgery & More (Listener Live Coaching)
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer five Pump Head questions via Zoom. Adam’s air conditioning invention. (3:33) Feet and unusual body changes. (4:36) Gwen Berry versus the ‘flag’. (14:03) The surprising benefits of taking creatine with sodium. (20:35) The benefits of taking Organifi’s green juice when lacking vegetables in your diet. (22:55) A leaked UN report has a stark warning on climate change. (23:55) Reminiscing on Adam’s cow milking days and the ‘hard work’ mentality. (30:27) MIIR, keeping your water cool all day since 2010. (40:36) #Quah question #1 – What MAPS program would you recommend to complement Olympic lifting training? (42:58) #Quah question #2 – What exercises would you recommend I replace certain compound lifts from MAPS Anabolic after having hernia surgery? (49:16) #Quah question #3 – What type of training should I focus on to help me balance out my hormones? (55:49) #Quah question #4 – Would it be beneficial to train after working four double shifts or take the necessary time off? (1:08:51) #Quah question #5 – Is there a downside to doing a full-body workout one week and a push/pull workout the next week? (1:16:45) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com July Promotion: MAPS HIIT and the No BS 6-Pack Formula 50% off! **Promo code “JULYSPECIAL” at checkout** Gwen Berry responds to critics of her flag protest: 'I never said I hated the country' Visit Drink LMNT for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout* A leaked UN report warns ‘worst is yet to come’ on climate change. Here’s how you can help Mind Pump #1475: Eating Meat Is Good For The Climate With Robb Wolf Visit MIIR for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! MAPS Fitness Prime Pro | Muscle Adaptation Programming System MAPS Fitness Anywhere | Muscle Adaptation Programming System MAPS Fitness Anabolic | Muscle Adaptation Programming System Mind Pump #1382: Why Everyone Should Squat HOW TO BE A HOLISTIC GANGSTER (PAUL CHEK) - Mind Pump TV Intuitive Nutrition Guide - Mind Pump Media Visit Joovv for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! MAPS Aesthetic | Muscle Adaptation Programming System Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Paul Chek (@paul.chek) Instagram Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne) Instagram