Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover seven things to consider when using cardio to lose weight. How to use cardio the RIGHT way for fat and weight loss. (2:20) Why cardio is a terrible method to lose body fat as your primary method of training. (4:23) Seven Effective Ways of Using Cardio as a Weight Loss Tool #1 - Use cardio for stamina. (14:46) #2 - Strength training to support metabolism. (19:49) #3 - HIIT is strength training cardio. (22:44) #4 - Use cardio for health. (26:51) #5 - Do what you enjoy. (30:28) #6 - Diet tips. (35:44) #7 - PRACTICE THE SKILL OF CARDIO. (40:35) Related Links/Products Mentioned For Mind Pump listeners only, join IHP and Equi.Life for 2 full days of live exhibitions, inspiring keynote discussions, and engaging expert panels at The Reimagining Health Summit on October 12-13 in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Visit here and use code MINDPUMP to get $100 off! Special Promotion: MAPS Cardio 50% off! **Code DOCARDIO at checkout** Mind Pump # 1845: How To Do

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: TAKE IT SLOW when it comes to starting your fitness & health journey. (2:38) Creating a language around pager codes, texting with your wife, and overreaching parents. (14:14) Being in denial with food intolerances. (28:33) Mind Pump’s take on Vivek Ramaswamy. (35:53) Fantasy Football, Dungeons and Dragons for jocks. (41:35) The terpene effect from Ned. (45:56) Sal’s favorite peptide stacks. (52:29) Shout out to Illuminatibot. (57:54) #ListenerLive question #1 - With the idea that cardio sends an endurance signal to the body that could conflict with the strength-building signal, at what point would the intensity level of walking shift from recovery and healthy movement to cardio? (1:00:51) #ListenerLive question #2 - Would you recommend peptides for amenorrhea and osteoporosis to avoid H

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with the Glute Guy, Bret Contreras. His strategy for not charging his clients. (2:30) The creation of the ‘glute guy’. (10:04) The fabrication of a study. (16:15) Breaking down the recent study on hip thrusts and barbell squats eliciting similar muscle hypertrophy. (33:27) The benefits of the sumo deadlift for building the butt. (50:28) Respecting integrity over clicks in the fitness industry. (58:13) Your knowledge is a pie chart. (1:04:57) The wisdom from the older generations. (1:09:00) Hitting PRs and getting stronger in the process. (1:15:43) Using the incline bench to build the chest. (1:19:06) His take on isometric training for building muscle. (1:20:45) You’re missing out if you’re myopic. (1:29:08) The lost wisdom of old-timey athletes. (1:47:25) How much training is necessary to maintain muscle and strength? (1:51:24) His annoyance with the current state of social media. (2:00:30) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for M

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Danica Patrick is a fan of Mind Pump! (18:36) Finding purpose and scaling out. (23:02) Going down the Lego rabbit hole. (28:38) The guy’s new favorite item from Vuori. (34:33) The summer COVID surge. (35:30) A big red flag in Mind Pump’s backyard. (39:02) The importance of sodium for a person consuming an unprocessed diet. (41:48) Fun Facts with Justin: Robert the Doll. (45:24) Shout out to Danica Patrick. (48:45) #ListenerLive question #1 - What is the best approach and way to train post-partum? (50:00) #ListenerLive question #2 - What’s a realistic rate of progression to hit specific numbers I’m aiming for? (1:04:01) #ListenerLive question #3 - What are the best exercises to build your butt? (1:18:11) #ListenerLive question #4 - What’s the best way to approach a deload week? (1:30:44) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a

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: STOP talking about your genetics and ACCEPT the things you CAN control. (2:01) Why things that come easy for you isn’t a better life. (11:45) Challenging moments as a father. (15:09) How our parents were working with what they had. (24:06) The Mind Pump X State & Liberty giveaway! (33:40) The untold brilliance of Victor Conte. (39:54) Can Disney potentially lose the copyright to Mickey Mouse?! (45:04) The euphoric feeling from the Peak Performance stack from Organifi. (50:32) The search for the Loch Ness Monster. (56:33) Shout out to the Scranton Stranglers. (59:40) #Quah question #1 - Favorite exercise and drills to activate your glutes? (1:01:37) #Quah question #2 - What tips and advice do you have for the behind-the-head barbell shoulder press? (1:05:25) #Quah question #3 - Which of your programs is suited to perform

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss five ways to encourage friends and family to start working out. Why this is the most challenging thing to do. (1:52) How can I be effective? (6:37) The two challenges that could come up if you don’t do this right. (9:22) Five Strategies to Convince Friends & Family to Work Out. #1 - Be the example. (10:19) #2 - Invite them to hang out/work out. (17:16) #3 - Validate them. (24:46) #4 - Invite them over for a cooked meal. (33:06) #5 - Talk about your challenges around fitness. (38:01) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! August Promotion: MAPS Anabolic Advanced 50% off! **Code AUGUST50 at checkout** Mind Pump #1712: How To Get A Friend Or Family Member Started With Resistance Training Mind Pump #1385: How To Start Your Fitness & Fat Loss Journey Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Jordan Peterson (@jordan.b.peterson) Instagram

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

Why PRs are awesome to aim for, why you should chase them, but how to do it the RIGHT way! (1:33) The dark side of PR culture. (3:21) What a healthy relationship with PRs looks like. (5:31) The benefits of chasing performance-based goals over aesthetic goals. (6:27) Why PRs are great. (9:19) When PRs go bad. (20:54) Best PR types. (31:45) Challenge yourself today with MAPS Old Time Strength. (44:33) Related Links/Products Mentioned Mind Pump Listeners can take advantage of this 50% OFF offer from Equi.Life and get their own at-home glyphosate toxicity test kit here today! Special Launch Promotion: MAPS Old Time Strength for $80 Off (Retail $177, Includes 2 eBooks: Forgotten Muscle & Strength Building Secrets, PLUS Jay Campbell’s Living a Fully Optimized Life.  30 Day money back guarantee // Ends Sunday, August 27th. **Code OLD80 at checkout** August Promotion: MAPS Anabolic Advanced 50% off! **Code AUGUST50 at checkout** Stop Working Out And Start Practicing – Mind Pump Blog Exercise For More T

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Creatine is probably the healthiest supplement you can take. (2:02) A.I. is now creating the playbook to make free valuable products. (14:41) At what point will the guys have to sell or patent their likeness? (22:32) Speculating on the potential return of masks and lockdowns. (28:30) Sal latest ketamine therapy experience. (41:48) Sal’s will start needing to hide his Caldera. (45:07) Shout out to Grace Barga. (46:11) #ListenerLive question #1 - Could creatine damage your kidneys? (48:05) #ListenerLive question #2 - Any advice or feedback on hormones, nutrition, and a fitness program? I’m a fit female who has lost her period and is unhappy with my weight. (1:06:43) #ListenerLive question #3 - How do you know how many calories you are supposed to be taking in when you take into consideration your acti

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: Sodium is your friend! (2:10) Sal shares his experience sending his son off to college. (10:54) The growing wealth gap in this country. (22:18) Big business loves regulations. (34:07) The challenge numbers are already coming in for the latest MAPS Program, Old Time Strength. (40:50) The Monterey Zoo, the Bay Area’s hidden gem. (44:44) Mind Pump’s Butcher Box staples. (53:46) Shout out to the Monterey Zoo. (55:51) #Quah question #1 - If I don't care how long it takes for me to reach my weight loss goals (-15lbs of fat), how long should my cut/reverse diet cycles be? (57:00) #Quah question #2 - I know you mention eating whole foods which is something I strive for and tell my clients to aim for. However, it feels like this then causes categories of food to be eliminated. (Ex. - gluten, bread, pasta flour - Not

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover five reason why the fitness and health industry is failing. Is the health & fitness space getting better or are we, as an industry, getting worse? (1:59) Will the cream rise to the top? (5:15) The problem with having a scarcity mindset. (11:17) 5 Reasons Why the Fitness/Health Industry is FAILING.  #1 - We communicate “perfect” too much. (13:43) #2 - We are condescending. (26:05) #3 - Zero empathy. (31:10) #4   Echo chamber. (33:40) #5 - We perpetuate righteousness or beauty too much. (40:11) Related Links/Products Mentioned For a limited time, NCI is offering its comprehensive Coach's Toolkit at no cost for Mind Pump listeners! Don't wait too long, grab this opportunity now! Visit www.ncimindpump.com/toolkit to get your free toolkit. Special Launch Promotion: MAPS Old Time Strength for $80 Off (Retail $177, Includes 2 eBooks: Forgotten Muscle & Strength Building Secrets, PLUS Jay Campbell’s Living a Fully Optimized Life.  30 Day mon

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Isometric contraction training yields INCREDIBLE strength! (3:01) Mind Pump recommends ‘The Deepest Breath’ on Netflix. (30:04) Endocannabinoids neuromodulating effects. (41:49) Speculating on how the Maui wildfires started and how the administration will help. (46:51) Congress is the most corrosive part of our government. (55:43) Busting the myth surrounding GLP-1 receptors. (59:43) Shout out to Mike Yoder, Esq. (1:01:20) Weaning off caffeine and boosting your endurance stamina with the Red Juice from Organifi. (1:01:54) #ListenerLive question #1 - How would you recommend dieting and training while recovering from an injury? (1:05:01) #ListenerLive question #2 - What should I be doing, and how should I start? I’m 18 and I want to build as much muscle as possible so that I can look and feel amazing. (1:24:37) #ListenerLive question #3 - Do you have any advice on how t

The INCREDIBLE/LOST wisdom of the Bronze Era. (2:06) Using martial arts as an example of how fancy equipment has changed the way we train. (6:17) The importance of crediting those who have paved the way. (8:16) The aesthetic make-up/characteristics of Bronze Era athletes. (9:22) The value of novelty in the adaptation process. (16:41) What bodybuilding messed up. (19:50) Rediscovering old wisdom through the creation of this program. (26:05) The ULTIMATE goal of this program: Three Challenges. (34:10) #1 – Strength challenge. (36:55) #2 – Stamina challenge. (38:14) #3 – Grit challenge. (38:59) Breaking down and detailing the most fun MAPS program to date. (41:09) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Launch Promotion: MAPS Old Time Strength for $80 Off (Retail $177, Includes 2 eBooks: Forgotten Muscle & Strength Building Secrets, PLUS Jay Campbell’s Living a Fully Optimized Life.  30 Day money back guarantee // Ends Sunday, August 27th. **Code OLD80 at checkou

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: These are the fitness & health truths. (1:33) Has more engineering gone into food or landing on the moon? (22:19) Are women’s sports destroyed? Will there be a correction? (24:56) Resistance training can improve your skin! (35:23) What is wrong with dudes? (38:27) CGMs with a coach can be extremely valuable. (44:48) Shout out to Anthony Vincent. (49:51) #ListenerLive question #1 - Are things you recommend tackling to combat boredom and keep improving? I’m struggling to come up with new ones after a lifetime of working out. (51:09) #ListenerLive question #2 - Do you guys have any recommendations on how to program a 9-month fitness class for high schoolers with a wide variety of experiences? (1:08:16) #ListenerLive question #3 – Any tips on how to break through a weight loss plateau? (1:21:51) #ListenerLive question #4 - How to eat and train post bariatric surgery?

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday’s Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page.  Mind Pump Fit Tip: Exercises are SKILLS! Practice them as such. (1:43) The insanity of ESG (Environmental, Social, & Governance). (20:15) Mind Pump Recommends Telemarketers on Max. (26:08) Being sick sucks. (33:01) The best and worst things about your child leaving the nest. (39:41) Gross things you thought you would never do before becoming a parent. (47:43) Legion now has cookies! (53:59) The partners the guys use the most. (55:17) UPS drivers are getting PAID! (57:31) Shout out to Oliver Anthony Music. (1:04:35) #Quah question #1 - What can I do to get more roadmap veins? I have a lot of veins, but I want the ones in my forearms to stick out more, what should I do? I’m already sub 10% fat, take a pump, and use sodium, is there a way to get even more? (1:06:21) #Quah question #2 - How do you successfully exit out of

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover different types of strength and how to achieve them. There ain’t nothing wrong with getting a little strong. (1:25) At what point does strength training start to take away from athletic training? (3:01) The moment Sal realized there are DIFFERENT types of strength. (9:12) Celebrating the old-timey strongmen/women. (12:12) The three different types of strength and how to achieve them.  #1 – Max Strength. (19:17) #2 – Stamina. (26:58) #3 – Grit. (35:20) Three examples of bronze era athletes who demonstrated one of these three different types of strength. (45:21) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP10 at checkout** August Promotion: MAPS Anabolic Advanced 50% off! **Code AUGUST50 at checkout** Mind Pump #1960: Four Different Types Of Strength And How To Train For Them Mind Pump #2005: How To Incorporate Isometric Training Into Your Routine

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Don’t miss the forest for the trees. Make sure you communicate in effective ways. We are losing the war. (2:39) Magic Spoon is a great option if you're going to take one step toward a better direction. (30:31) Sal’s on the mend. (32:51) An update from Sal on his first Ketamine therapy session. (40:41) What a WIN for Dave Portnoy. (55:01) How long should sex last? (57:42) Following up on the viral plane lady. (1:02:06) Sal’s experience with Entera so far. (1:03:35) Some people should NOT be parents. (1:07:20) Shout out to Paul Chek. (1:11:08) #ListenerLive question #1 - What else can I do to drop body fat if I am limited by movement and steps to help create a caloric deficit? (1:12:30) #ListenerLive question #2 - Can I use the winter months when my steps go down by maybe 1/4 to a 1/2 of what they are during the summer to bulk, without having to put much thought into it? I want

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover how to choose a gym, whether you a consumer looking for a good place to work out or a trainer looking for the ideal place to build your training business. Which Gym is Right for You? The pros and cons of each from both a client and a trainer's perspective. (1:11) #1 - Big Box gyms: 24 Hour Fitness, Crunch, Balley's, LA Fitness, or UFC. (2:18) #2 - Small Box gyms: Your local ma and pa gym private trainer studios. (22:36) #3 - Class gyms: F45, Orangetheory Fitness, or Barry’s Bootcamp. (34:02) #4 - Training from home. (45:57) Related Links/Products Mentioned For a limited time only, Mind Pump listeners get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump August Promotion: MAPS Anabolic Advanced 50% off! **Code AUGUST50 at checkout** Mind Pump #1862: How NOT To Be An Idiot In The Gym Mind Pump #1990: Nine Reasons People Stop Working Out (& What To Do About It) How to Become a Trainer - Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump#2025

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Most celebrity diets are extreme, but some can be good (i.e., Margot Robbie’s Barbie diet) with a couple of changes. (1:25) The Pure/Peak Power Bundle from Organifi is official! (9:22) Is Andrew Tate hurting the exact people he claims to be trying to represent? (10:12) Mind Pump Recommends, Patrick Bet-David on The Joe Rogan Experience. (28:26) The censor machines are back. (34:40) Mind Pump PSA. (38:01) Breaking down the Jake Paul/Nate Diaz boxing match. (41:31) Small business owners are taking things into their own hands. (46:05) Putting the Vuori slacks to the ultimate test. (51:38) Shout out to Tom Haviland and Travis Chapman. (52:51) #ListenerLive question #1 - How can I get better at squatting heavy in a standard barbell back squat? (58:02) #ListenerLive question #2 - What’s the difference between exercise as therapy and abuse? (1:10:26) #ListenerLive question #3 - Ho

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: PAY ATTENTION! Progress from exercise often has nothing to do with fat loss, muscle gain, or physical performance. (1:57) Adam’s thoughtful gift. (18:07) What percentage of people try to cheat their taxes? (24:48) Sal’s evening at his parents' house. (29:41) Eight Sleep, the Rolls Royce of sleep cooling systems. (33:25) Speculating on progressing with less volume as you get older. (40:07) Fun Facts with Justin: The Water Beetle’s evolution of survival. (46:58) Mind Pump Recommends Oppenheimer. (49:46) Calories are not equal. (54:52) Get younger skin with Joovv. (59:37) Shout out to GetDynasty.com. (1:01:47) #Quah question #1 - What is the relationship between building muscle and testosterone levels, particularly in women? If a woman has already experienced issues with other hormonal imbalances, can build