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Trainer Bonus Series Episode 1: The Successful Trainer Mindset

Trainer Bonus Series Episode 1: The Successful Trainer Mindset What makes a successful trainer mindset? (1:31) Defining what a successful trainer is. (2:10) 5 Steps to Develop a Successful Trainer Mindset #1 – Love people as much or more as you love fitness. (5:00) #2 – Have to be growth minded. (10:03) #3 – Be purpose driven. (17:24) #4 – Health is a priority. (21:40) #5 – Loves to share what works with other trainers. (23:39) Mind Pump Trainer Oath #1 – YOU are responsible for your clients' successes and failures. (27:59) #2 – NEVER make false promises. (29:20) #3 – PRIORITIZE your client's health over their aesthetics. (30:28) #4 – ALWAYS meet your clients where they are. (31:05) #5 – ALWAYS aim for sustainability over speed. (32:27) Related Links/Products Mentioned Trainer the Trainer Webinar Series Mind Pump #2515: How to Become a Successful Trainer in 2025 Mind Pump #2172: Five Commandments For Successful Personal Trainers Online Personal Training Course | Mind Pump Fitness Coaching ** Approved provider by NASM/AFAA (1.9 CEUs)! Grow your business and succeed in 2025. ** Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

May 20, 202534 min

2600: Mike O'Hearn

Mike O'Hearn Why he was bred for bodybuilding. (2:06) Growing up in a big family. (3:44) The guy who likes the journey will do better than the man who wants the destination. (5:28) Why he decided to go natural. (8:15) Tips for continuing to perform long-term. (14:33) How much has having a child changed his life? (17:53) Why he appreciates being an older father. (22:14) The drastic changes in gym culture. (24:42) Favorite workout partners. (28:37) His unique friendship with Stan Efferding. (32:31) Nutrition advice for longevity. (35:07) His transition from stage to screen. (39:24) His experience on American Gladiators. (41:02) "It's not the shows that win it, it's what you do with yourself, your personality/image." His mindset behind building his wealth outside of fitness. (46:21) The impact of his partner. (51:13) Does working out get better as you get older? (54:10) Put yourself around high-performing people. (59:29) Being the 'meme' guy. (1:05:47) "The finance shouldn't outride the energy." (1:07:19) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP for 20% off your first order (new customers) and double rewards points for existing customers. ** May Special: MAPS 15 Performance or RGB Bundle 50% off! ** Code MAY50 at checkout ** Tom Platz - Wikipedia Magazine Dreams (2023) - IMDb The American Gladiators Documentary Battle Dome - Wikipedia Watch Con Man | Prime Video - amazon.com Divinity - Rotten Tomatoes Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Mike O'Hearn (@mikeohearn) Instagram Website YouTube Stan "Rhino" Efferding (@stanefferding) Instagram Jocko Willink (@jockowillink) Instagram Josh Barnett (@joshlbarnett) Instagram

May 19, 20251h 12m

2599: Eight Weird Signs That You Should Avoid Gluten & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 8 weird signs that you should avoid gluten. (1:45) Why is fitness so EFFECTIVE for depression and anxiety? (22:07) Don't forget to bring Zbiotics to your next party or gathering. (29:00) The Schafer's Lego Land experience. (32:19) Saffron is a natural compound for depression and anxiety. (45:43) Justin's Road to 315 Push Press. (46:55) 3-part bonus series for trainers dropping on May 19th! (1:00:35) #ListenerLive question #1 – Any advice for jumping and getting into personal training? (1:01:51) #ListenerLive question #2 – Where do I go after I finish Symmetry to make sure I can keep this momentum going to live pretty much pain-free and moving freely? (1:13:03) #ListenerLive question #3 – When would you guys recommend someone get liposuction? (1:22:42) #ListenerLive question #4 – Do I need to educate myself a little more before hiring a coach? And if so, how exactly? (1:32:53) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Pre-Alcohol by ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MINDPUMP25 for 15% off first-time purchasers on either one-time purchases, (3, 6, 12-packs) or subscriptions (6, 12-pack) ** Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** May Special: MAPS 15 Performance or RGB Bundle 50% off! ** Code MAY50 at checkout ** Mood Disorders and Gluten: It's Not All in Your Mind! A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis Transmission of Faith in Families: The Influence of Religious Ideology Effects of Saffron Extract Supplementation on Mood, Well-Being, and Response to a Psychosocial Stressor in Healthy Adults: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Parallel Group, Clinical Trial Justin's Road to 315 Push Press Train the Trainer Webinar Series Mind Pump Group Coaching Mind Pump #2515: How to Become a Successful Trainer in 2025 Online Personal Training Course | Mind Pump Fitness Coaching ** Approved provider by NASM/AFAA (1.9 CEUs)! Grow your business and succeed in 2025. ** Mind Pump #2242: The Non-Surgical Way to Look Younger With Dr. Anthony Youn Mind Pump #1622: Nine Signs Your Trainer Sucks Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Stan "Rhino" Efferding (@stanefferding) Instagram Jordan Jiunta (@redwiteandjordan) Instagram Marcelo (@mindpumpmarcelo) Instagram Anthony Youn, MD, FACS (@tonyyounmd) Instagram Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram Jordan Shallow D.C (@the_muscle_doc) Instagram

May 17, 20251h 49m

2598: The 5 Best Diets for Any Goal & More (Listener Coaching)

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 5 best diets for ANY goal. (1:38) The MOST common mistake people make with fitness & diet. (19:53) The BEST recovery tool to manage stress. (31:03) Terrible/harming tactics by mainstream media. (35:27) Creatine and depression. (41:27) The history of ginseng. (44:12) The conspiracy theory behind art. (48:36) Kids say the darndest things. (53:12) Mind Pump Recommends You Can't Ask That on Netflix. (56:21) Train the Trainer 3-Part Bonus Series dropping May 19th! (1:00:47) #Quah question #1 – What do you guys do to keep up strength when resting an injury? (1:01:37) #Quah question #2 – What should you do if you are reverse dieting but see weight gain? (1:04:17) #Quah question #3 – Will taking NSAID's to treat an acute injury completely negate gains from strength training? (1:06:04) #Quah question #4 – How do you see AI affecting the fitness industry? What are the pros and cons that can come of its involvement for trainers, nutrition coaches and their clients? (1:09:26) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Use the code MINDPUMP to get $350 off your very own Pod 5 Ultra. The best part is that you still get 30 days to try it at home and return it if you don't like it - - Shipping to many countries worldwide. ** Visit Joy Mode for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Enter MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order. ** May Special: MAPS 15 Performance or RGB Bundle 50% off! ** Code MAY50 at checkout ** Labs - Stephen Cabral Why Are Americans So Obsessed With Protein? Blame MAGA Creatine Supplementation in Depression: A Review of Mechanisms, Efficacy, Clinical Outcomes, and Future Directions Mind Pump #2530: Why All Women Should Take Creatine The history of ginseng in the management of erectile dysfunction in ancient China (3500-2600 BCE) Watch You Can't Ask That - Netflix Train the Trainer Webinar Series – 3 Part Bonus Series Visit Hiya for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Receive 50% off your first order ** Mechanisms and applications of the anti-inflammatory effects of photobiomodulation Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mikhaila Peterson (@mikhailapeterson) Instagram Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram Benjamin Bikman (@benbikmanphd) Instagram

May 16, 20251h 14m

2597: Before You Take Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro Listen to This!

Before You Take Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro Listen to This! The challenges for people taking GLP-1s. (1:10) GLP-1s do NOT cause muscle loss. (3:10) The under-muscled epidemic. (5:48) The way GLP-1s work and what they do. (7:45) Obesity vs. under muscled. (11:12) Losing muscle is bad. How do you stop that from happening when on a GLP-1? #1 - Titrate the dose if too strong. Why you should go through a compound pharmacy. (13:30) #2 - Eat high protein. (16:49) #3 - Lift daily. (20:32) #4 - Drink ½ to 1 gallon of water daily. (24:18) #5 - Use essential amino acids, creatine, electrolytes, HMB. (25:42) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: MAPS GLP-1 50% off!! ** Code 50OFFGLP1 at checkout ** Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month's supply of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** Changes in lean body mass with glucagon-like peptide-1-based therapies and mitigation strategies Muscle Mass and Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists: Adaptive or Maladaptive Response to Weight Loss? Visit Transcend Mind Pump #2360: What You Need to Know About GLP-1 With Dr. Tyna Moore Mind Pump #2110: Ozempic the Miracle Fat Loss Peptide: The Truth With Dr. William Seeds Mind Pump #2410: How to Maximize Fat Loss & Preserve Muscle on GLP-1s (Introducing MAPS GLP-1) Mind Pump #2432: The Truth About Essential Amino Acids with Angelo Keely HMB benefits, dosage, and side effects - Examine Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

May 15, 202531 min

2596: Five Ways to Build Muscle Without Adding Weight to the Bar & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 ways to progressively overload the body without adding weight to the bar. (2:00) Can sodium curb your carb cravings? (24:55) Arrival fallacy. (27:08) Salt water vs chlorine. (31:54) ADHD medications and the impact of the modeling of the brain. (37:02) Mind Pump Group Coaching is back! (52:49) The euphoric feeling from Ned. (54:25) #ListenerLive question #1 – What is the best way to eat to get a bigger chest and shoulders and more of an upper body for function and fashion? (56:13) #ListenerLive question #2 – Is there something that you would suggest for someone who has limited weights to progressively overload? (1:13:59) #ListenerLive question #3 – What are your recommended best practices when training youth athletes? (1:20:54) #ListenerLive question #4 – Should I continue to strength train 4-5 days a week if my sleep is poor? (1:29:59) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Mind Pump Group Coaching Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off ** May Special: MAPS 15 Performance or RGB Bundle 50% off! ** Code MAY50 at checkout ** Why Your Tempo Matters When You Workout! – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump #1535: Should You Squat Below Parallel? Mind Pump #1282: The #1 Key to Consistently Building Muscle & Strength (Avoid Plateaus!) Mind Pump #1050: Mark Manson- The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck Mind Pump #912: How to Change Your Mental State with Music Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** Get your free Sample Pack with any "drink mix" purchase! Also, try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump Ask Mind Pump What is EMDR? – Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Benjamin Bikman (@benbikmanphd) Instagram Mark Manson (@IAmMarkManson) X/Twitter Jordan B. Peterson (@JordanBPeterson) X/Twitter

May 14, 20251h 41m

2595: Mike Israetel Unplugged (Explicit Content)

Mike Israetel How powerful is muscle memory? (1:35) The amount of strength training required for the average person to build muscle. (10:01) Why in some cases doing less is best. (14:57) His demons and sharing his own personal journey. (19:00) Balancing relationships, family, and business. (23:20) GLP-1s are here to stay! (29:21) Any downsides to myostatin-inhibiting drugs? (35:05) Hot takes on reverse dieting. (38:45) Science-based vs. being a practitioner. (52:48) Calling out the cortisol junkies. (58:52) Why going down the difficult route is how you are going to get in shape. (1:05:30) What advice has he changed his mind on? (1:12:14) Highlighting the indirect results of taking a GLP-1. (1:16:48) The downstream negative effects of "exercise in a pill." (1:21:26) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code to receive 20% off your first order. ** May Special: MAPS 15 Performance or RGB Bundle 50% off! ** Code MAY50 at checkout ** Colorado Experiment – Wikipedia Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV 207-OR: Myostatin Inhibition Synergizes with GLP-1R Agonism to Accelerate Weight Loss in Male, Obese Nonhuman Primates Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Michael Israetel (@drmikeisraetel) Instagram Website Eric Helms (@helms3dmj) Instagram Hany Rambod (@hanyrambod) Instagram Layne Norton, Ph.D. (@biolayne) Instagram Melissa Davis, PhD (@regressive_underload) Instagram

May 12, 20251h 33m

2594: Six Easy Steps to Good Health & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In This Episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin Coach Four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 6 EASY steps to good health. (1:43) Seek out being bored. (26:25) Adam and Doug's driving experience. (36:32) The Paleovalley protein diet. (42:27) Negative motivation. (45:11) When your wife doesn't get it. (47:57) Porsche experience. (49:50) Probiotics and muscle strength. (54:36) #ListenerLive question #1 – What's the best weight training approach to getting my speed back? (57:52) #ListenerLive question #2 – Any advice on boosting my appetite? I find food repulsive. (1:11:11) #ListenerLive question #3 – How long can you stay in a cut without losing the progress I made on a reverse diet (1:19:55) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout 15% off your first order! ** Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month's supply of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** May Special: MAPS 15 Performance or RGB Bundle 50% off! ** Code MAY50 at checkout ** What is NEAT and Why Should You Care About it? – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #2402: The 5 Reasons Why Walking is King for Fat Loss (Burn More Fat than Running & How to Do it Correctly) Mind Pump #2437: What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Ultra-Processed Foods for 30 Days Mind Pump #2377: The 4 Most Valuable Supplements Everyone Should Take Adventure as Lasting Happiness | Dr. Arthur Brooks | EP 528 Jordan B. Peterson Podcast People would rather be electrically shocked than left alone with their thoughts Justin's Road to 315 Push Press Porsche Experience Center Los Angeles Impact of probiotics on muscle mass, muscle strength and lean mass: a systematic review and meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials Visit Jolie for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Try it out for yourself with FREE shipping. And if you don't like it— you can return your Jolie for a full refund within 60 days, no questions asked. ** Mind Pump #2567: Women Who Lift: Breaking Myths and Building Muscle Intuitive Nutrition Guide | MAPS Fitness Products Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned James Smith (@jamessmithpt) Instagram Jordan B. Peterson (@JordanBPeterson) X/Twitter Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram ATHLEAN-X™ | Jeff Cavaliere MSPT, CSCS (@athleanx) Instagram

May 10, 20251h 30m

2593: Six Weird Lifts That Make You Strong AF & More (Listener Coaching)

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: Six Weird Lifts That Make You Strong AF!(1:39) The importance of a good night's sleep. (18:31) Creatine to improve brain function. (24:59) A check-in with Mark who was a former winner of the Rock Recovery Center scholarship. (26:21) Calling out poor trainers in the space and the importance of building your business the RIGHT way. (39:03) Social media does NOT reflect reality. (44:33) Adam's ribs are the best. (47:02) What makes a trainer or coach effective. (49:51) Crazy stats with Adam. (55:09) We are heading towards an existential crisis. (57:01) Like father, like son. (58:55) #Quah question #1 – How can I work on getting deeper into the squat position? (1:00:45) #Quah question #2 – As a trainer, are you still learning something new every day? If so, what? (1:03:40) #Quah question #3 – How do you transition to a healthy relationship with food, after counting macros and being regimented a long time? (1:07:08) #Quah question #4 – Tips on coming back from being sick. I've been out with double sinus and ear infections since 4/17. No lifting, no anything for 12 days. Lost 5lbs and feeling weak. What do I do, same workout, lower weights? Lower weights, lower reps? (1:10:36) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Butcher Box for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** New users that sign up will receive 2 grassfed and finished filet mignons in every box for a year + $20 off! ** Visit Rock Recovery Center for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Ben and Tom know firsthand the struggles of addiction and alcoholism. With years of experience helping thousands of individuals, they offer a free consultation call to discuss your situation. Whether you're personally battling addiction or have a loved one in need of help, they're here to guide you toward the support you need. By filling out the form and scheduling your call, you'll also be entered for a chance to win a free 60-day scholarship at Rock Recovery Center, their premier treatment center in West Palm Beach, Florida. Don't wait—take the first step today. ** May Special: MAPS 15 Performance or RGB Bundle 50% off! ** Code MAY50 at checkout ** Mind Pump TV - YouTube The effect of acute sleep deprivation on skeletal muscle protein synthesis and the hormonal environment Single dose creatine improves cognitive performance and induces changes in cerebral high energy phosphates during sleep deprivation Mind Pump # 2392: Steps to Overcoming Addiction with Tom Conrad & Ben Bueno Reach out to Mark via email: [email protected] Real Recovery Talk Podcast - Mark Took a Chance… and It Changed His Life Andy Elliot IG post Mind Pump # 2217: Dr. Jordan B. Peterson Ask Mind Pump Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** MAPS Prime Webinar MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Intuitive Nutrition Guide | MAPS Fitness Products Mind Pump # 1397: 5 Ways to Maintain Muscle When You're Sick or Injured Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Thomas Conrad (@realrecoverytalktom) Instagram Ben Bueno (@realrecoverytalkben) Instagram Andy Elliott (@officialandyelliott) Instagram Jordan B. Peterson (@JordanBPeterson) X/Twitter Jordan Syatt (@syattfitness) Instagram Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym) Instagram Tom Bilyeu (@tombilyeu) Instagram Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram Jordan Jiunta (@redwiteandjordan) Instagram

May 9, 20251h 13m

2592: Six Things Every Dad Should Do

6 Things Every Dad Should Do The fatherless effect. (1:10) Dad's impact on the health of the family. (3:39) 6 Things Every New Dad Should Do #1 - Be strong and fit. (5:44) #2 - Be hard-working. (13:41) #3 - Learn how to defend your family. (17:24) #4 - Understand your wife. (21:48) #5 - Pursue faith. (29:20) #6 - Invest well. (37:14) Questions: What's the best workout? (44:15) Best supplements? (45:36) Any good books? (46:36) What about TRT? (47:44) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Our Place for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout to receive 10% off sitewide. Our Place offers a 100-day trial with free shipping and returns. ** May Special: MAPS 15 Performance or RGB Bundle 50% off! ** Code MAY50 at checkout ** The Consequences of Fatherlessness Mind Pump #872: Dr. Warren Farrell- The Boy Crisis Mind Pump #2535: Seven Steps to Go from Dad Bod to Fit at 40 The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts Mind Pump #2325: Why Marriages Fail & What to Do About It With Dr. John Delony Mind Pump #2185: Reclaiming Self-Love & Respect With Adam Lane Smith Religiosity and spirituality in the prevention and management of depression and anxiety in young people: a systematic review and meta-analysis The Impact on Kids of Dad's Faith and Church Attendance Create a Living Trust for free – in minutes! Dynasty Trusts | GetDynasty ** A basic living trust is 100% free with GetDynasty and takes less than 10 minutes to make. ** Mind Pump #2572: Only 15 Minutes a Day to Build Muscle & Burn Fat Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus: The Classic Guide to Understanding the Opposite Sex The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: A Practical Guide from the Country's Foremost Relationship Expert The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind Marriage That Works: God's Way of Becoming Spiritual Soul Mates, Best Friends, and Passionate Lovers Visit Transcend for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** 25% off all GLP-1s – This includes the GLP-1 probiotic which people can order through their specialist. ** Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Warren Farrell, PhD (@drwarrenfarrell) X/Twitter Dr. John Delony (@johndelony) Instagram Adam | Relationship Psychology (@attachmentadam) Instagram Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram

May 8, 202551 min

2591: The Best Bodybuilding Exercises for Every Body Part & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The best exercises for every body part for bodybuilding. (2:20) Colostrum for gut health. (14:48) Selling the muscle memory investment strategy. (18:19) How sauna use improves vo2 max when combined with exercise. (30:20) Reducing puffy eyes with Caldera. (33:08) Are lambs immune to snake venom? (36:04) Why the change in dog poop color? (38:17) The weirdest thing the guys have eaten. (42:07) Creatine side effects. (49:52) #ListenerLive question #1 – I am having issues with being injury-prone. Any guidance regarding better warmups and cooldowns, as well as information about possibly changing my training style? (54:53) #ListenerLive question #2 – How can I train in weightlifting to gain more muscle and mobility to be able to work on these calisthenics skills? (1:10:12) #ListenerLive question #3 – How would you suggest approaching training for bone health and overall strength? (1:21:15) #ListenerLive question #4 – How can I change my body to want to eat and reverse dieting with the goal to still lose about another 25 lbs.? (1:28:27) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP20 for 20% off your first order of their best products. ** May Special: MAPS 15 Performance or RGB Bundle 50% off! ** Code MAY50 at checkout ** Colostrum Therapy for Human Gastrointestinal Health and Disease Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV How does taking a break from resistance exercise affect strength and muscle gains? Justin's Road to 315 Push Press Effects of regular sauna bathing in conjunction with exercise on cardiovascular function: a multi-arm, randomized controlled trial Are sheep really immune to snake venom? Is Creatine Safe? Key Findings from Studies Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP10 at checkout for 10% off any order. ** Mind Pump #2312: Five Steps to Bounce Back From Overtraining MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Peter Attia (@peterattiamd) Instagram

May 7, 20251h 42m

2590: How Moms Crush Fitness Goals

How Moms Crush Fitness Goals A mother's sacrifice for their family. (1:31) Fitness physics. (4:36) The MOST effective intervention for anxiety and depression is becoming more fit and healthy. (7:10) The downstream effects of mom becoming healthier & fit. (8:45) #1 - Your example improves the health of the family. (10:07) #2 - It doesn't take much time to make a huge impact with proper strength training. (20:00) #3 - Focus on health/performance, and the rest follows. (24:13) #4 - A fit, healthier version of you is most effective. (29:50) Questions: How should I structure my diet for fat loss? (30:20) What are good supplements to take? (32:55) How much cardio should I do? (34:38) Related Links/Products Mentioned Mother's Day Special: Fit Mom Bundle | Fabulous 40's Bundle | Bikini Bundle | Build Your Butt Bundle | MAPS 40+ | MAPS Starter | MAPS 15 Minutes all HALF OFF! ** Code MDAY at checkout ** Get your free Sample Pack with any "drink mix" purchase! Also, try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump You Are What Your Mother Ate Mind Pump #2327: How Prioritizing Your Fitness Makes You a Better Mom Mind Pump #2402: The 5 Reasons Why Walking is King for Fat Loss (Burn More Fat than Running & How to Do it Correctly) Mind Pump #2320: Throw Away the Scale! Mind Pump #2530: Why All Women Should Take Creatine Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

May 5, 202538 min

2589: Five Ways Real Food Makes You Lean & Healthy & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 ways REAL food makes you lean and healthy. (1:53) What compound has Sal excited? (28:28) Like fathers, like sons. (32:55) Dahlia has hit the gangster stage. (37:08) Kids say the darndest things. (38:44) The ultimate duo for gut repair and inflammation. (39:43) Justin has a bone to pick. (42:10) Interesting bragging rights. (48:50) Chlorine and dry skin remedies. (51:24) #ListenerLive question #1 – With a goal of overall health and longevity, how could I implement cardio into MAPS fitness programs without overtraining? (55:27) #ListenerLive question #2 – Is it worth bulking to build a butt if I cannot connect to these muscles? (1:05:12) #ListenerLive question #3 – Where do you draw the line of turning down big private sector opportunities to follow a path you're more passionate about, even if it slows down your financial goals? (1:10:53) #ListenerLive question #4 – I can't seem to lose the body fat I put on during the reverse diet. What happened? (1:30:10) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Transcend for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** 25% off all GLP-1s - This includes the GLP-1 probiotic which people can order through their specialist. ** Visit Luminose by Entera for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MPM at checkout for 10% off their order or 10% off their first month of a subscribe-and-save. ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2437: What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Ultra-Processed Foods for 30 Days Paraxanthine safety and comparison to caffeine - PMC KPV Peptide Benefits, Side Effects & Dosage - Jay Campbell Sperm racing in LA: Inside the first-of-its-kind race that's taking the internet by storm How To Minimize Chlorine Exposure + A DIY Chlorine Neutralizing Skin Spray Recipe Visit Pre-Alcohol by ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MINDPUMP25 for 15% off first-time purchasers on either one-time purchases, (3, 6, 12-packs) or subscriptions (6, 12-pack) ** Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** The Millionaire Next Door: The Surprising Secrets of America's Wealthy MP Holistic Health Mind Pump Hormones Facebook Private Forum Online Personal Training Course | Mind Pump Fitness Coaching ** Approved provider by NASM/AFAA (1.9 CEUs)! Grow your business and succeed in 2025. ** Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Kelly Manzone (@kellsbells88) Instagram

May 3, 20251h 53m

2588: The Perfect 6-Step Pre-Workout Routine & More (Listener Coaching)

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 perfect 6-step pre-workout. (1:11) How long do you have to be off caffeine before you are new to it again? (18:34) Not discounting the quality of life. (22:12) #Skinnytok and bad trends. (30:51) Sold on the Christian revival? (45:10) Vuori's wild growth. (51:49) Sign up today for the 3-part bonus trainer series! (54:24) #Quah question #1 – How many times in a year should I switch between cutting and bulking? Should the year be divided into quarters, or should I change more frequently? (55:46) #Quah question #2 – For those who despise social media, how would you recommend using it effectively to help grow a business? How do you find a good balance? (59:39) #Quah question #3 – How do you know if you're overtraining? I'm a 40-year-old woman who weight lifts 4/ days a week and does HIIT cardio 2 days a week. (1:05:25) #Quah question #4 – Would it be fine to run MAPS Aesthetic 2 times in a row? (1:08:12) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP for 20% off your first order (new customers) and double rewards points for existing customers. ** Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code to receive 20% off your first order. ** May Special: MAPS 15 Performance or RGB Bundle 50% off! ** Code MAY50 at checkout ** Justin's Road to 315 Push Press MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Time to Recover From Daily Caffeine Intake What is 'SkinnyTok'? The weight loss trend preaches tough love but comes with risks Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing - Netflix Worship Music Took Over 'American Idol' Last Night. Here's What Happened Chaos: Charles Manson, the CIA, and the Secret History of the Sixties Already No. 1 NIL earner in college sports, Arch Manning inks new clothing deal Train the Trainer Webinar Series: How To Sell Training Close The Deal Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month's supply of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** Online Personal Training Course | Mind Pump Fitness Coaching ** Approved provider by NASM/AFAA (1.9 CEUs)! Grow your business and succeed in 2025. ** Mind Pump #2312: Five Steps to Bounce Back From Overtraining Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

May 2, 20251h 11m

2587: This is What a Great Trainer Looks Like With Ben Bruno

Ben Bruno How long has he been training? (1:11) His love/hate relationship with the social media space with fitness. (2:05) The keys to building life-long clients. (16:25) The art of meeting a client where they are. (27:42) The simple traits that set good trainers apart. (29:52) Star f*****. (43:01) Do right by people. (50:50) His mentors in the fitness space. (55:59) Being a generalist vs. having a niche. (1:02:19) As a trainer you can only have good days and great days. (1:06:44) Training actors vs. athletes. (1:12:06) What clients have made the biggest impact on him? (1:16:36) Life is not all you see on social media. (1:19:11) Frustrating "science dorks." (1:21:24) Is the barbell hip thrust overrated? (1:30:17) Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. (1:34:23) Knowing your audience and how to speak. (1:44:30) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month's supply of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP20 for 20% off your first order of their best products. ** Ben Bruno trainer post Mind Pump #2505: The Story of Mind Pump (10 Year Anniversary Special) How Good Do You Want to Be?: A Champion's Tips on How to Lead and Succeed at Work and in Life – Book by Nick Saban Developing the Leaders Around You: How to Help Others Reach Their Full Potential – Book by John C. Maxwell Mind Pump #2047: How to Become One of the Highest Paid Trainers in the Fitness Industry With Don Saladino Trainer the Trainer Webinar Series Mind Pump #2517: Hip Thrusts vs Squats… Which Builds a Rounder Butt? Mind Pump #2562: Seven-Time Mr. Olympia Winner Phil Heath Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Ben Bruno (@benbrunotraining) Instagram Website Chelsea Handler (@chelseahandler) Instagram DON SALADINO (@donsaladino) Instagram Eric Cressey (@ericcressey) Instagram Justin Timberlake (@justintimberlake) Instagram Mike Boyle (@mbsc_online) Instagram Gunnar Peterson (@gunnarfitness) Instagram Bret Contreras PhD (@bretcontreras1) Instagram Michael Israetel (@drmikeisraetel) Instagram Phil Heath (@philheath) Instagram

May 1, 20251h 51m

2586: Five Diets Everyone Should Try

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 5 diets everyone should try at least once. (2:02) If you have non-stick cookware, throw it away! (25:21) The benefits of blood donation for men. (28:42) The neuroprotective benefits of the CBC cannabinoid. (34:14) The end-of-life rally. (39:34) Fun Facts with Justin: Drops in a bottle theory. (44:50) Parent hacks. (50:17) Mind Pump Recommends Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing on Netflix. (52:16) AI bass. (58:17) LMNT x sauna. (1:00:09) #ListenerLive question #1 – How do I need to adjust my training so that I can maintain a lower heart rate and not get so gassed when lifting in the 15-20 rep range specifically? (1:01:51) #ListenerLive question #2 – Is it worthwhile to supplement with peptides for a healthy lifestyle and performance, specifically CJC-1295 and Ipamorelin? Or is it not worth the money? (1:11:58) #ListenerLive question #3 – What should a high school wrestler do in the off-season? (1:23:21) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off ** Get your free Sample Pack with any "drink mix" purchase! Also, try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2520: The Best Diet for 2025 Mind Pump #2240: Mikhaila Peterson Mind Pump #385: Dr. Terry Wahls on New Dietary Research One Small Crack on a Teflon Pan Can Release Thousands of Plastic Particles Mind Pump #1230: Surviving & Thriving in a Toxic World With Max Lugavere Giving blood linked to lower risk of pre-cancer gene What Is CBC and What Are the Benefits of This Cannabinoid? Why Dying People Often Experience a Burst of Lucidity Yoto Mini Player USA Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing - Netflix This guy connected his Big Mouth Billy Bass to AI and the results are amazing Visit Butcher Box for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** New users who sign up will receive ground beef in every box for the LIFETIME of their subscription + $20 off their first box when they use code MINDPUMP at checkout. ** Visit Transcend for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** 25% Off All GHRPs (April 7 – April 30). Tesamorelin (Troches + Injections), Hexarelin (Capsules + Injections), IGF-1 LR3, and Sermorelin. Bundle Options: 2-Month Bundle & 4-Month Bundle. ** Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month's supply of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mikhaila Peterson (@mikhailapeterson) Instagram Terry Wahls MD (@drterrywahls) Instagram Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere) Instagram

Apr 30, 20251h 45m

2585: How to Become the Ultimate Hybrid Athlete

How to Become the Ultimate Hybrid Athlete What is a hybrid athlete, and why is it trending? (1:18) The biggest mistakes this avatar makes. (5:04) How to Become the Ultimate Hybrid Athlete: The Ultimate Balanced Weekly Routine (18:35) Day 1: Focus on strength. Day 2: Mobility. Day 3: Off. Day 4: Functionality. Day 5: Endurance. Day 6&7: Off. Questions: What does a hybrid athlete look like? (26:57) I want to attain a specific look and sculpt my body. Is this the best way to train? (28:39) How can I train like a hybrid athlete with minimal time? (30:38) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: MAPS Performance | Performance Advanced | 15 Performance all half-off!! ** Code HYBRID50 at checkout ** Online Personal Training Course | Mind Pump Fitness Coaching ** Approved provider by NASM/AFAA (1.9 CEUs). ** Stop Working Out And Start Practicing – Mind Pump Blog The World's Greatest Stretch MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Stan "Rhino" Efferding (@stanefferding) Instagram Robb Wolf (@dasrobbwolf) Instagram

Apr 28, 202533 min

2584: How to Cold Plunge the Right Way & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: How to cold plunge the RIGHT way. (2:05) The power of food. (21:05) Doug's experience at the World Shakuhachi Festival. (27:38) Wearing the appropriate outfit for where you are. (33:40) Easter with The Di Stefano's. (40:10) Introducing Mind Pump's newest partner, Jolie. (47:44) Probiotics as performance-enhancing supplements. (51:36) #ListenerLive question #1 – Should I change anything about my training during this transition period, while I'm still between stress and not-so-ideal recovery? (54:31) #ListenerLive question #2 – Should I open a private training studio? (1:03:27) #ListenerLive question #3 – What is the best program for fat loss/building strength during menopause? (1:16:36) #ListenerLive question #4 – Any advice on getting started in the personal training space and being successful? (1:26:33) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP20 for 20% off your first order of their best products. ** Visit Jolie for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Try it out for yourself with FREE shipping. And if you don't like it— you can return your Jolie for a full refund within 60 days, no questions asked. ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Study Finds Cold Plunges May Reduce Muscle Growth After Strength Training Workouts Cold plunges actually change your cells | ScienceDaily Texas A&M hosts World Shakuhachi Festival, inviting more to learn about instrument's culture Impact of probiotic supplementation on exercise endurance among non-elite athletes: study protocol for a randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind, clinical trial Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** MP Holistic Health Online Personal Training Course | Mind Pump Fitness Coaching ** Approved provider by NASM/AFAA (1.9 CEUs)! Grow your business and succeed in 2025. ** Personal Trainer Growth Secrets | Powered by Mind Pump Mind Pump #2582: The Strange Signs & Symptoms of Perimenopause With Dr. Mary Claire Haver Mind Pump #2515: How to Become a Successful Trainer in 2025 Ask Mind Pump Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram Jake Heyen (@jakeheyen) Instagram Ben Bruno (@benbrunotraining) Instagram Mary Claire Haver, MD (@drmaryclaire) Instagram

Apr 26, 20251h 45m

2583: The 5 Best Ways to Do Cardio & More (Listener Coaching)

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 5 BEST ways to do cardio. (1:40) The more you know: Artificial dyes rebranded. (17:34) Genius advertising. (21:31) The great sardine debate. (25:05) The best old school machines. (27:17) An update on Adam's sleep. (29:56) DOGE. (34:53) The guys go to meat stick flavor. (37:12) The value of the game 'Peekaboo' for children. (37:52) Aromatherapy for better sleep. (40:37) It's about the journey, not the destination. (47:25) #Quah question #1 – Thoughts on the Australia study on creatine showing no more muscle gain than someone not taking creatine? (56:15) #Quah question #2 – Why does my second working set often feel better than the first one? The same even applies to reps. (1:02:17) #Quah question #3 – I'm falling into a peptide rabbit hole and am getting blasted with social media marketing for them. When/how do I know it's time to pull the trigger on introducing them? What boxes need to be checked first? (1:04:55) #Quah question #4 – How do I make myself get to the gym when I know I need to go? (1:09:21) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP to get $350 off Pod 4 Ultra. Currently, it ships to the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia. ** Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout 15% off your first order! ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #1697: HIIT Training Doesn't Work (Unless You Follow These Steps) Mind Pump #2402: The 5 Reasons Why Walking is King for Fat Loss (Burn More Fat than Running & How to Do it Correctly) Food Dyes Rebranded: The Cover-Up Names You Need to Know Budweiser sends special cans to goalies who Ovechkin never scored against Justin's Road to 315 Push Press DOGE Cuts Update Today: IRS Changes Revealed Aromatherapy May Lead to a 226% Boost in Cognition Get your free Sample Pack with any "drink mix" purchase! Also, try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump Sports supplement creatine makes no difference to muscle gains, trial finds Mind Pump #2377: The 4 Most Valuable Supplements Everyone Should Take Mind Pump #2022: Lost Motivation to Workout? Do this… Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Patrick Bet-David (@patrickbetdavid) Instagram Marcelo (@mindpumpmarcelo) Instagram

Apr 25, 20251h 14m

2582: The Strange Signs & Symptoms of Perimenopause With Dr. Mary Claire Haver

Strange Signs & Symptoms of Perimenopause with Mary Claire Haver What got her into what she does now? (1:30) The dogma surrounding women's health. (8:05) What is menopause? Perimenopause? (14:56) The average age of menopause. (21:34) How much does birth control mask these symptoms? (22:27) Why she believes antidepressants are overused. (24:00) How much does genetics play a role in the symptoms that women experience versus the way they ate or dieted leading up to perimenopause? (25:31) The not-so-common early signs and symptoms of perimenopause. (27:17) What does hormone therapy look like? (29:29) Zone of chaos. (32:22) Non-hormonal interventions: Training & diet. (33:38) Supplementation and menopause. (40:00) Common mistakes women make when trying to self-medicate to help themselves. (41:28) How do women equip themselves to speak with their doctor. (43:53) Why HRT is optimal for most women. (45:19) The typical hormone therapy options for women. (46:04) Busting women's fears surrounding HRT. (47:52) Anything exciting on the horizon in this space? (48:35) The standard HRT dose. (49:50) Can a woman who previously survived breast cancer do hormone therapy? (51:59) PCOS and perimenopause. (52:57) Let's talk about your libido. (53:43) Related Links/Products Mentioned The New Menopause: Navigating Your Path Through Hormonal Change with Purpose, Power, and Facts Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP10 at checkout** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** History of Women's Participation in Clinical Research "Not feeling like myself" in perimenopause — what does it mean? Observations from the Women Living Better survey Experiences of Mothers Who Are Child Sexual Abuse Survivors: A Qualitative Exploration The musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause - PubMed The Women's Health Initiative Hormone Therapy Trials Mind Pump #2567: Women Who Lift: Breaking Myths and Building Muscle Mind Pump #2530: Why All Women Should Take Creatine The Menopause Society | Homepage Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Mary Claire Haver, MD (@drmaryclaire) Instagram Website-The Pause Life Abbie Smith-Ryan, PhD (@asmithryan) Instagram Dr. Stacy T. Sims (@drstacysims) Instagram

Apr 24, 202557 min

2581: The 4 Stupid Reasons You're NOT Getting Results & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 4 stupid reasons you're NOT getting results. (2:23) Always be a student. (30:01) Chlorophyll is an excellent detoxifier. (35:56) Yet another come-to-Jesus moment for Sal. (39:03) Interesting snacking trends. (44:53) Mind Pump Live: Trainer Event at Mind Pump HQ. (51:02) Mind Pump Cookoff! (52:11) #ListenerLive question #1 – I feel like I'm doing the right things, but the scale is not moving. Where should I go from here? (55:21) #ListenerLive question #2 – How can I balance my business life with my love life? I wanted to get your thoughts on the grind while balancing love life with your partner. (1:02:48) #ListenerLive question #3 – How did you determine that fitness is what you loved and what you wanted to do for the rest of your lives? How much of it did you actually love? How much of it did you not enjoy? (1:21:47) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** Visit Butcher Box for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** New users who sign up will receive ground beef in every box for the LIFETIME of their subscription + $20 off their first box when they use code MINDPUMP at checkout. ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** The Breakdown Recovery Trap, Why You Aren't Progressing – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump # 2420: Get Energized: The Real Reasons You're Always Tired & Lazy! Mind Pump # 1530: Why Warm-Ups Are a Waste of Time MAPS Prime half-off! ** Code PRIME50 at checkout ** Mind Pump # 1262: Why Fitness Assessments are Important Justin's Road to 315 Push Press Chlorophyll benefits, dosage, and side effects - Examine Snacking: Why Americans are buying fewer treats Mind Pump Live: Trainer Event – Saturday, April 26th at Mind Pump HQ. Reserve your spot NOW!! Visit Luminose by Entera for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MPM at checkout for 10% off their order or 10% off their first month of a subscribe-and-save. ** Mind Pump #2385: Five Reasons Why You Should Hire a Trainer Mind Pump #2185: Reclaiming Self-Love & Respect With Adam Lane Smith Mind Pump #2347: Become a Better Husband, Wife, Father or Mother by Discovering Your Attachment Style With Adam Lane Smith Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Michael Israetel (@drmikeisraetel) Instagram Jordan Jiunta (@redwiteandjordan) Instagram Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram Jordan Syatt (@syattfitness) Instagram Adam | Relationship Psychology (@attachmentadam) Instagram Jordan B. Peterson (@JordanBPeterson) X/Twitter

Apr 23, 20251h 38m

2580: Junk Volume: Doing Too Much Kills Your Progress

Junk Volume: Doing Too Much Kills Progress Why this is a bigger problem than fitness fanatics would like to admit. (1:15) What is junk volume? (3:45) Why do we like it? (7:42) Junk Volume: Doing Too Much Kills Progress, Do These 5 Things Instead. #1 - Focus on the exercises that matter. (11:12) #2 - Don't compromise recovery unless it makes a LOT of sense. (14:40) #3 - The pump doesn't matter. (23:17) #4 - Total volume is more important than a specific volume. (25:05) #5 - Spend extra time on mobility. (28:49) Questions: What are some of the biggest junk volume exercises? (32:05) Are machines typically junk volume? (33:37) Why do we see so many fitness influencers doing junk volume? (35:44) Why do pro bodybuilders do junk volume? (37:45) Related Links/Products Mentioned Online Personal Training Course | Mind Pump Fitness Coaching ** Approved provider by NASM/AFAA (1.9 CEUs). ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Justin's Road to 315 Push Press Mind Pump #2562: Seven-Time Mr. Olympia Winner Phil Heath The infamous 92-93 progress pic of Dorian Yates. The 93 pic was famously sent to Flex magazine just prior to the 93 Olympia and scared the hell out of the competition. Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Phil Heath (@philheath) Instagram Dorian Yates (@thedorianyates) Instagram

Apr 21, 202542 min

2579: Raise Your Testosterone in 30 Days (This Will Work!) & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Raise your testosterone in 30 days by following these 5 steps. (1:43) Let's get clear on detoxification. (25:38) The safety profile of creatine. (28:32) The nefarious agenda against meat. (32:18) Bad Dad moment. (42:14) The use of probiotics to improve muscle strength. (51:02) #ListenerLive question #1 – If I were your client, how would you direct me on my fitness journey and where to go next? (53:52) #ListenerLive question #2 – What are the best alternatives for deadlifts and squats? How can I program them into the MAPS programs, and more specifically, should I program in sled training so that I can train pain-freely as much as possible? (1:05:15) #ListenerLive question #3 – I've been reverse dieting and building strength for a couple of months. Should I continue after starting TRT? When should I switch to a fat loss phase? (1:16:51) #ListenerLive question #4 – While I consistently see positive changes in my physique and I love my routine, I have mostly reached a strength plateau. Am I still gaining even though I'm not seeing the same strength gains? (1:23:17) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP for 20% off your first order (new customers) and double rewards points for existing customers. ** Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month's supply of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Decline in Serum Testosterone Levels Among Adolescent and Young Adult Men in the USA Sleep loss dramatically lowers testosterone in healthy young men Androgen receptors and testosterone in men—Effects of protein ingestion, resistance exercise and fiber type Single dose creatine improves cognitive performance and induces changes in cerebral high energy phosphates during sleep deprivation Three weeks of creatine monohydrate supplementation affects dihydrotestosterone to testosterone ratio in college-aged rugby players Keep your red meat to these limits to protect your brain health, experts say Impact of probiotics on muscle mass, muscle strength and lean mass: a systematic review and meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials Visit Pre-Alcohol by ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MINDPUMP25 for 15% off first-time purchasers on either one-time purchases, (3, 6, 12-packs) or subscriptions (6, 12-pack) ** Mind Pump #2560: How to Break Free from Destructive Body Image Issues How to Box Squat to Improve Your Squat Form – Mind Pump TV How To Do The Sled Push The RIGHT Way! (AVOID MISTAKES!) Strengthen Lateral Movement with a Lateral Sled Pull Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mary Claire Haver, MD (@drmaryclaire) Instagram Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram Stan "Rhino" Efferding (@stanefferding) Instagram

Apr 19, 20251h 35m

2578: Get Abs That Pop: The Perfect Core Workout & More (Listener Coaching)

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: Get abs that pop! The perfect core workout. (1:52) A STAPLE supplement for mental health. (17:35) Parenting blunders. (23:23) Shilajit for gut health! (28:48) The MOST rewarding partnership. (34:19) The protective effects of religion and the father's impact on their child's spiritual practice. (37:42) Navigating the ethics of bringing back the dire wolves. (46:36) #Quah question #1 – Is there a specific range of caloric surplus for optimal muscle growth? Is there a specific range for a caloric deficit to not lose muscle? (58:04) #Quah question #2 – What would you recommend I eat before working out? I am typically not hungry and only have a coffee before my morning workout. I have read that eating something before working out could be beneficial. I am 53 years old and currently doing a 90-day transformation program. I always work out in the morning before work. (1:01:35) #Quah question #3 – What are the best natural ways to lower cortisol? (1:04:09) #Quah question #4 – How can you not lose upper body gains or become too imbalanced while training after suffering an injury? (1:05:51) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off! (4/18 - 4/20: Easter Weekend- Free Green Juice Crisp Apple & Kids Easy Greens with any 2 product purchases!) ** Visit Rock Recovery Center for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Ben and Tom know firsthand the struggles of addiction and alcoholism. With years of experience helping thousands of individuals, they offer a free consultation call to discuss your situation. Whether you're personally battling addiction or have a loved one in need of help, they're here to guide you toward the support you need. By filling out the form and scheduling your call, you'll also be entered for a chance to win a free 60-day scholarship at Rock Recovery Center, their premier treatment center in West Palm Beach, Florida. Don't wait—take the first step today. ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2085: Abs & Core Masterclass Creatine for the Treatment of Depression Mind Pump #2392: Steps to Overcoming Addiction with Tom Conrad & Ben Bueno Real Recovery Talk The Role of Parents in The Spiritual Formation of Their Children The Impact on Kids of Dad's Faith and Church Attendance The Reason Why Children Are 800% Worse When Their Mothers Are Around Joe Rogan Experience #2301 - Ben Lamm Mind Pump Apparel Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Thomas Conrad (@realrecoverytalktom) Instagram Ben Bueno (@realrecoverytalkben) Instagram Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram Jordan B. Peterson (@JordanBPeterson) X/Twitter

Apr 18, 20251h 9m

2577: Should Women Train & Diet Differently From Men?

Should Women Train and Diet Differently from Men? What makes women physically different than men? (1:19) What are some of the considerations you take when training a female? (4:26) Should Women Train and Diet Differently from Men? Diet. (6:59) Training. (12:58) Aesthetics. (16:22) Supplements. (20:45) Special considerations. (22:45) Individual variance trumps everything. (25:16) Questions: Should I train differently based on my cycle? (29:22) Should I take more calcium for osteoporosis risk? (31:53) Best way to exercise while pregnant? (34:14) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: MAPS Muscle Mommy | MAPS Starter 50% off! ** Code FEMALE50 at checkout ** Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No Code for 5% Discount gets automatically applied at checkout. ** Mind Pump #2040: Balancing Female Hormones With Dr. Becky Campbell and Dr. Krystal Hohn Mind Pump #2340: The Ultimate Muscle Mommy Workout Program Mind Pump #2345: The Muscle Mommy Revolution Researchers debunk common belief that women get better muscles by timing their workouts to their menstrual cycles Mind Pump #1375: How to Train Before, During & After Pregnancy Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

Apr 17, 202539 min

2576: Top 5 Superfoods Trainers LOVE for Their Clients & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Top 5 superfoods trainers LOVE for their clients. (2:09) What actually causes muscle growth? (21:23) Sal's weekly training update. (25:53) Justin's Road to 315. (29:23) Signs of overreaching. (32:58) Attracting high-end health clients. (35:41) Red light to reduce sunburns. (38:20) Super mom! (41:18) Conceptional vs. reality. (44:46) E-bikes are the move. (48:04) One of the BEST supplements for blue-collar workers. (51:45) Vitamin D and hormones. (54:27) #ListenerLive question #1 – How do I change my workouts accordingly without overtraining during this cut, all while trying to help with my hip mobility issues and SI joint pain? (1:00:42) #ListenerLive question #2 – I successfully implemented a reverse diet alongside MAPS Split, starting from a low of 1700 calories. Now that I've completed phase 3, should I repeat MAPS Split in a caloric deficit, or transition to MAPS Anabolic? (1:13:42) #ListenerLive question #3 – Any tips you have for believing in yourself, and your abilities, and going for it? Would you recommend contacting successful trainers and mentoring/shadowing with them, and learning the trade? (1:22:19) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Joovv for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP to get $50 off your first purchase. ** Visit Transcend for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** 25% Off All GHRPs (April 7 – April 30). Tesamorelin (Troches + Injections), Hexarelin (Capsules + Injections), IGF-1 LR3, and Sermorelin. Bundle Options: 2-Month Bundle & 4-Month Bundle. ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Maximizing Muscle Hypertrophy: A Systematic Review of Advanced Resistance Training Techniques and Methods Sore muscles…what does it mean? – Mind Pump Blog Justin's Road to 315 Push Press Kawasaki unveils hydrogen-powered robotic horse that you can ride Porsche begins production of 'e-fuel' that could provide gas alternative amid EV push Get your free Sample Pack with any "drink mix" purchase! Also, try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump Mind Pump #2385: Five Reasons Why You Should Hire a Trainer Online Personal Training Course | Mind Pump Fitness Coaching ** Approved provider by NASM/AFAA (1.9 CEUs)! Grow your business and succeed in 2025. ** Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym) Instagram Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram

Apr 16, 20251h 36m

2575: Raising Resilient Children With Jen Cohen

The Secret to Raising Mentally Strong Kids in a Fragile World with Jen Cohen The reasoning behind her latest Ted talk. (2:02) Characteristics of a "gentle" parent. (4:52) Why aren't parents letting their kids struggle? (7:51) The two things that have CRUSHED mental resilience in kids. (11:37) The barrier to entry to date a person is so low. (18:11) How kids mimic what they see. (20:22) Building life skills through challenge. (22:08) If you have too many options, you end up with nothing. (25:20) Sports and kids: The good, the bad, and the ugly. (27:33) Creating a 'Lord of the Flies' scenario with our kids. (34:47) The root of 'woke' culture. (38:59) How to avoid your kids feeling isolated as a parent. (47:58) Alarming statistics in our current culture. (50:41) There is a light at the end of the tunnel. (54:55) Allowing your children to overcome challenges in an age-appropriate way. (1:01:51) Have traditional values around gender roles played a part in these issues? (1:06:25) The importance of banding together as parents. (1:16:53) Related Links/Products Mentioned The Secret to Raising Mentally Strong Kids in a Fragile World | Jennifer Cohen | TEDxCoral Springs Visit Transcend for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** 25% Off All GHRPs (April 7 – April 30). Tesamorelin (Troches + Injections), Hexarelin (Capsules + Injections), IGF-1 LR3, and Sermorelin. Bundle Options: 2-Month Bundle & 4-Month Bundle. ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Smartphones and Kids: Massive Evidence of Harm 1. Children's engagement with digital devices, screen time Survey: 26% of Gen Zers Brought a Parent to a Job Interview Mind Pump #2277: The Five Best Sports for Kids Inmates Spend More Time Outside Than Kids Mind Pump #2342: The Porn Addiction Solution With Sathiya Sam Irresistible: The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of Keeping Us Hooked – Book by Adam Alter Unplugged: Evolve from Technology to Upgrade Your Fitness, Performance & Consciousness iGen: Why Today's Super-Connected Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy--and Completely Unprepared for Adulthood--and What That Means for the Rest of Us The Reason Why Children Are 800% Worse When Their Mothers Are Around Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Jen Cohen (@therealjencohen) Instagram Habits & Hustle Podcast Jordan B. Peterson (@JordanBPeterson) X/Twitter

Apr 14, 20251h 19m

2574: Build a Big Round Butt in 30 Days

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Build a big round butt in 30 days by following these 6 steps. (1:48) Creatine and depression. (24:19) Sal's weekly training update. (27:13) Justin's Road to 315. (30:31) The meaningful lessons sports provide. (37:30) Music's effect on athletic performance. (42:57) Mind Pump's current music playlist. (48:39) An update on Callum Ferris. (53:45) #ListenerLive question #1 – My typical meal consists of just protein and vegetables—usually steak or chicken with broccoli and grilled onions. In this case, how crucial is it to prioritize eating protein before vegetables? (55:15) #ListenerLive question #2 – What is the significance of 3 sets vs 2? Would it be better to cut the weight down vs cutting a set? (1:06:44) #ListenerLive question #3 – How often should I be changing my programming? When do I know I should be changing my programming? (1:12:13) #ListenerLive question #4 – Do you guys have any advice on how to best manage the excess skin affecting my body, or ways to adapt in the gym as the skin movement sometimes causes imbalances during movement and lifts? (1:18:27) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off. (4/12 - 4/13: National Garden Weekend. Free Green Juice & fun-sized Happy Drops w/any order of 3.) ** Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** The effect of acute sleep deprivation on skeletal muscle protein synthesis and the hormonal environment Efficacy and safety profile of oral creatine monohydrate in add-on to cognitive-behavioural therapy in depression: An 8-week pilot, double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled feasibility and exploratory trial in an under-resourced area Justin's Road to 315 Push Press High-Tempo Music Can Enhance Performance During Exercise, Study Suggests Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month's supply of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** Mind Pump # 2385: Five Reasons Why You Should Hire a Trainer Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Jordan Shallow D.C (@the_muscle_doc) Instagram Stan "Rhino" Efferding (@stanefferding) Instagram SJ&Ferris (@sjandferris) Instagram Jen Cohen (@therealjencohen) Instagram

Apr 12, 20251h 34m

2573: Lose 12 Pounds of Fat in Two Easy Steps & More (Listener Coaching)

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: Lose 12 lbs. of fat in 2 easy steps! (1:49) An alcoholism protective gene. (26:59) The history of hysteria. (30:32) Is there any truth to 'period' training? (35:32) Increase collagen production in your skin with GHK-CU. (38:07) DNA and God. (40:05) Community is undervalued. (43:18) #Quah question #1 – Some of my favorite influencer athletes seem to maintain a shredded look all of the time. Is this realistic? (57:03) #Quah question #2 – I just had knee replacement surgery, and now I'm having trouble with my quads not firing. Are there any priming exercises I can do to help me with this? (1:01:37) #Quah question #3 – If you're starting as a personal trainer but want to work online, should you work at a gym at least part-time to get hands-on experience with people? (1:03:35) #Quah question #4 – Is it normal for your waist to thicken as you get stronger and don't use a weight belt? I can't tell if it's muscle or visceral fat as perimenopause is setting in. (1:07:13) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Pre-Alcohol by ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MINDPUMP25 for 15% off first-time purchasers on either one-time purchases, (3, 6, 12-packs) or subscriptions (6, 12-pack) ** Visit Luminose by Entera for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MPM at checkout for 10% off their order or 10% off their first month of a subscribe-and-save. ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2437: What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Ultra-Processed Foods for 30 Days Man v. Food: Kitchen Sink Challenge – (YouTube) How Vibrators Cured Hysteria in the Victorian Age Researchers debunk common belief that women get better muscles by timing their workouts to their menstrual cycles Regenerative and Protective Actions of the GHK-Cu Peptide in the Light of the New Gene Data Yahweh Is Embedded In Our DNA The Bible Code The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout 15% off your first order! ** Online Personal Training Course | Mind Pump Fitness Coaching Mind Pump #2515: How to Become a Successful Trainer in 2025 Mind Pump #2502: Hormone Therapy for Aesthetics With Dr. Lauren Fitzgerald Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mary Claire Haver, MD (@drmaryclaire) Instagram LAUREN FITZ, M.D. (@drlaurenfitz) Instagram

Apr 11, 20251h 11m

2572: Only 15 Minutes a Day to Build Muscle & Burn Fat

15 Minutes for Gains and Fat Loss How little it takes to reap most of the benefits of strength training. (1:16) Adaptation vs. recovery. (5:21) 15 Minutes to Build Muscle & Incredible Results with Strength Training. #1 - 90 minutes a week takes you very far. (7:46) #2 - Small daily workouts are easier to manage with time. (9:33) #3 - Less "damage" done from missed workouts. (13:25) #4 - Strength builds best without fatigue. (16:06) #5 - Easier for habit building/consistency. (20:41) #6 - Covers major movement patterns. (23:01) #7 - Use a suspension trainer or free weights. (26:03) Questions: Don't I need to sweat and get sore for the best results? (27:39) Is 15 minutes a day all I need for activity? (29:41) Does diet matter as well? (30:19) Would this work for advanced trainees? (31:37) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: MAPS 15 Minutes 50% off! ** Code 15HALFOFF at checkout ** Get your free Sample Pack with any "drink mix" purchase! Also, try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump A randomised comparative effectiveness trial exploring two lower-dose resistance training modalities on quality of life, functional capacity and strength in healthy, untrained community-dwelling older adults How Much Training is Necessary to Maintain Strength and Muscle? Mind Pump #2112: Is 15 Minutes Enough Time for an Effective Workout? Sore muscles…what does it mean? – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

Apr 10, 202535 min

2571: How to Be a Great Leader & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 7 attributes of a great leader. (2:09) Ginseng, the master adaptogen. (43:27) The guy's frustration with the current state of the trainer space. (45:57) The differences between farmed vs wild-caught salmon. (52:25) #ListenerLive question #1 – Why does NASM recommend static stretching before resistance training if it turns on your parasympathetic nervous system? You guys say not to do any static stretching before your workout. (56:19) #ListenerLive question #2 – I've recently hit a plateau despite staying consistent with workouts and diet. I understand from your podcasts that sometimes increasing calories for 2-3 weeks can help break through a plateau. The problem is that I am on a GLP-1, my appetite is still low, and I can't comfortably increase my intake much. Do you have any other suggestions or strategies to help break this plateau, considering my situation? (1:08:46) #ListenerLive question #3 – Do you have any advice on how to push past a mental and physical plateau? I want to be a good role model and show my boys that age is just a number, and that a man takes care of his body to care for his family and others. (1:22:31) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Joy Mode for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Enter MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order. ** Visit Butcher Box for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** New users who sign up will receive ground beef in every box for the LIFETIME of their subscription + $20 off their first box when they use code MINDPUMP at checkout. ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 - Book by John C. Maxwell The New One Minute Manager Mind Pump #2470: Personal Trainers & the Gym Industry with UFC Gym VP Don Cardona Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off ** MAPS Prime Webinar MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Online Personal Training Course | Mind Pump Fitness Coaching Train the Trainer Webinar Series 7-Day Overtraining Rescue Guide | Free by Mind Pump Media Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Don Cardona (@dc.fit1) Instagram Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram Bishop Robert Barron (@bishopbarron) Instagram

Apr 9, 20251h 36m

2570: Test Your Sex Hormones & Cortisol at Home With Dr. Stephen Cabral

Dr. Stephen Cabral How your hormones are connected to your circadian rhythm and sleep. (2:15) The differences between a cortisol and blood test. (3:24) The function of cortisol. (5:32) The most common lab results from this test. (8:12) Can someone develop cortisol resistance? (15:03) His recommended methods to apply for night shift workers. (20:45) Signs your catabolic hormones are taking over. (23:15) Can inappropriate levels of hormones promote visceral body fat? (23:57) Why it's important to monitor your blood sugar. (25:47) PSA for the guys on TRT. (29:31) Revealing the guy's Sex Hormones & Adrenals test results. Sal. (34:05) Justin. (38:47) Adam. (42:56) Doug. (48:25) How often should you test your hormones after the recommended protocols? (51:00) How they are using AI and what it means for the future. (54:38) Related Links/Products Mentioned For a limited time, Mind Pump listeners can test their sex hormones & adrenals at home! Visit here for HALF OFF! ** Includes a FREE 30-minute health coaching call with an EquiLife Certified Health Coach to answer all of your questions. ** Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP to get $350 off Pod 4 Ultra. Currently, it ships to the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia. ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram Website Podcast

Apr 7, 20251h 0m

2569: How to Build the Perfect Fitness Routine & More (Listener Live Coaching)

Mind Pump Fit Tip: How to build the perfect fitness routine. (1:45) 'Panning' for gold. (20:02) What a way to sell a book! (21:42) Are cold plunges sabotaging your muscle gains? (25:38) Caldera has hair products now! (28:45) The effectiveness of minimal strength training in building strength. (32:17) An update on Sal's exercise with submitting. (37:07) Are men stronger than women? (41:30) The value of taking higher doses of creatine. (45:45) 'Meal One' oatmeal protein cookies. (46:51) There is a time and place to bribe your children to do something you want. (48:55) Fun Facts with Justin: Pam non-stick spray. (53:16) #ListenerLive question #1 – What should my next programming look like to get back to 205? Should I just cut and ride the bike more? (57:35) #ListenerLive question #2 – I am under the BMI requirements for a GLP-1, but is there another option for an appetite suppressant? Is it just going to take more time to be consistent, and that hunger will go away? (1:12:26) #ListenerLive question #3 – What might be some SMART goals someone can set for themselves on a health and fitness journey? (1:27:00) #ListenerLive question #4 – How long should I continue to do unilateral work to try to correct an imbalance? (1:40:58) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP20 for 20% off your first order of their best products. ** Visit Meal One by Kreatures of Habit for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** 25% off your first purchase sitewide! Discount Auto-apply at checkout! ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2402: The 5 Reasons Why Walking is King for Fat Loss (Burn More Fat than Running & How to Do it Correctly) Location of Forrest Fenn's Treasure Finally Revealed Gold & Greed: The Hunt for Fenn's Treasure - Netflix Throwing cold water on muscle growth: A systematic review with meta-analysis of the effects of postexercise cold water immersion on resistance training-induced hypertrophy A randomised comparative effectiveness trial exploring two lower-dose resistance training modalities on quality of life, functional capacity and strength in healthy, untrained community-dwelling older adults Are women stronger men? Changes in Fat Mass Following Creatine Supplementation and Resistance Training in Adults ≥50 Years of Age: A Meta-Analysis Visit Hiya for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Receive 50% off your first order ** Mind Pump #2385: Five Reasons Why You Should Hire a Trainer Mind Pump #2320: Throw Away the Scale! Intuitive Nutrition Guide | MAPS Fitness Products Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Ben Bruno (@benbrunotraining) Instagram Andy Galpin (@drandygalpin) Instagram

Apr 5, 20251h 50m

2568: The Top 5 Most Overrated Health Hacks & More (Listener Coaching)

Mind Pump Fit Tip: The top 5 most OVERRATED health hacks. (2:02) Shout out to Callum Ferris! (31:22) Does carb-timing make a difference? (33:20) Is your child addicted to drugs? (41:12) Isometrics for pain. (48:51) Permitting yourself to fail. (52:46) Eating your greens to reduce inflammation. (59:00) Improving mobility and flexibility. (1:01:34) #Quah question #1 – What's the recommended tempo for the 8-10 rep range? Would you change it for raw power or muscle endurance? (1:05:45) #Quah question #2 – I have done a round of MAPS15 Advanced and loved it, and then got excited to switch to Anabolic for the change in my weekly schedule. However, after two weeks, I felt my recovery was tanking hard after long days. I'm in Perimenopause and I'm resigned to the fact that I have to go back to shorter daily sessions instead of 2-3 longer sessions per week. What do you recommend I do? MAPS15 again? (1:09:52) #Quah question #3 – How important is it to line up your feet perfectly when squatting and deadlifting? How do you line up your feet without overthinking it? (1:12:45) #Quah question #4 – Where do you see AI in 5-10 years in relation to strength training programming, nutrition plans, and mental/emotional support? (1:15:13) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Rock Recovery Center for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Ben and Tom know firsthand the struggles of addiction and alcoholism. With years of experience helping thousands of individuals, they offer a free consultation call to discuss your situation. Whether you're personally battling addiction or have a loved one in need of help, they're here to guide you toward the support you need. By filling out the form and scheduling your call, you'll also be entered for a chance to win a free 60-day scholarship at Rock Recovery Center, their premier treatment center in West Palm Beach, Florida. Don't wait—take the first step today. ** Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Stop Your 3 Hour Morning Routine – Alex Hormozi Use the 3-2-1 Formula for Best Sleep Results | Cabral Concept 2526 Mind Pump #2522: Athletic Training Secrets With Alex Whitehair The Effects of Natural Daylight on Length of Hospital Stay Mind Pump #2385: Five Reasons Why You Should Hire a Trainer Delaying post-exercise carbohydrate intake impairs next-day exercise capacity but not muscle glycogen or molecular responses IS YOUR CHILD ADDICTED TO DRUGS? Mind Pump #2392: Steps to Overcoming Addiction with Tom Conrad & Ben Bueno Intra-somatosensory cortical circuits mediating pain-induced analgesia Justin's Road to 315 Push Press Mind Pump #385: Dr. Terry Wahls on New Dietary Research Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP10 at checkout** Why Your Tempo Matters When You Workout! – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump #1827: The 3 Best Rep Ranges to Build Muscle & Burn Fat Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Alex Hormozi (@hormozi) Instagram Alex Whitehair (@realgame.athletics) Instagram SJ&Ferris (@sjandferris) Instagram Thomas Conrad (@realrecoverytalktom) Instagram Ben Bueno (@realrecoverytalkben) Instagram Terry Wahls MD (@drterrywahls) Instagram

Apr 4, 20251h 25m

2567: Women Who Lift: Breaking Myths and Building Muscle

Women Who Lift: Breaking Myths and Building Muscle The new norm. (1:07) Why has this trend shifted? (4:36) Selling strength training for women, the real benefits, and what makes it unique. (7:08) #1 – Promotes better hormone profiles. (7:51) #2 - Have better skin. (17:55) #3 - Can eat more and stay leaner. (21:31) #4 - Have better curves. (24:14) #5 - Feel empowered. (27:23) #6 - Sleep better. (30:55) #7 - Are in less pain. (33:07) #8- Look better (body composition vs weight). (37:51) Questions: How many days a week should a woman lift weights? (39:40) I have a lot of weight to lose. Should I lift weights or lose weight first? (41:57) I don't want to get bulky. I want to look lean. Should I skip lifting? (43:10) I heard that high reps are better for a feminine look. Is this true? (46:10) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP for 20% off your first order (new customers) and double rewards points for existing customers. ** Special Promotion: MAPS Muscle Mommy 50% off! ** Code WOMEN50 at checkout ** Mind Pump # 1647: Ten Female Fitness Lies Mind Pump # 2345: The Muscle Mommy Revolution Mind Pump # 2502: Hormone Therapy for Aesthetics With Dr. Lauren Fitzgerald Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

Apr 3, 202549 min

2566: The Best Way to Measure Progress in the Gym & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 ways PERFORMANCE is the best way to measure progress. (2:09) The problem with poor methylation. (19:20) What does colostrum do for humans? (24:13) Terpenes' health benefits. (28:09) Why buy the cow when you can get the milk? (33:27) Human nature at its finest. (45:39) The moment your kid feels smarter than you. (50:45) It's the only non-stick pan you will use again! (54:27) #ListenerLive question #1 – Can I expect more from my physique or should I lower my expectations given my circumstances and age? (56:29) #ListenerLive question #2 – How can one build an unbreakable lower back? (1:06:45) #ListenerLive question #3 – Any recommendations to relieve chronic hip pain? (1:14:54) #ListenerLive question #4 – Do you have any tips to protect the progress I'm making? (1:30:49) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off ** Visit Our Place for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout to receive 10% off sitewide. Our Place offers a 100-day trial with free shipping and returns. ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2564: The Top 10 All-Cause Mortality Risk Factors & More (Listener Live Coaching) Mind Pump #2560: How to Break Free from Destructive Body Image Issues Betaine benefits, dosage, and side effects - Examine Effects of short-term betaine supplementation on muscle endurance and indices of endocrine function following acute high-intensity resistance exercise in young athletes Colostrum benefits, dosage, and side effects - Examine 'Liquid Gold': Bovine Colostrum Is TikTok's Latest Supplement Trend. Does It Work? Ultimate List of Terpenes and Terpene Benefits 'After All Those Kids': Soccer Superstar Cristiano Ronaldo Drops Bombshell About Why He's Still Not Sold on Marrying Girlfriend After Nine Years 17 Examples of Oviparous Animals (With Pictures) Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month's supply of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** Mind Pump #2280: Why Everyone Should Train Like an Athlete Mind Pump #2272: The Dangers of Heavy Metals & How to Flush From Your Body With Dr. Stephen Cabral MP Holistic Health Mind Pump #2337: Is Hidden Household Mold Making You Sick? Visit Transcend for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram

Apr 2, 20251h 45m

2565: Add 1/2 Inch to Your Arms in 30 Days

Add 1/2 inch to your arms in 30 days Why do young lifters struggle to do this? (1:01) 6 Ways to Add 1/2 inch to your arms in 30 days #1 - Trade volume and frequency for arm training from other areas. (2:16) #2 - Do compound bicep and tricep exercises. (9:29) #3 - Do stretch exercises. (13:40) #4 - Trigger sessions on off days. (16:53) #5 - EAT and SLEEP a lot. (19:42) #6 - Add BFR once a week. (21:18) Questions: What is considered a "big" arm? (22:52) What is the best rep range for arm training? (24:14) Do cheat reps have any value? (25:30) Is the pump important? (26:56) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get your free Sample Pack with any "drink mix" purchase! Also, try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** Prevent muscle loss with minimal training? Mind Pump #1417: How to Get Stubborn Arms to Grow Mind Pump #2100: Big Arms Masterclass Occlusion Training Tutorial- How to Increase Muscle Size Using Blood Flow Restriction – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

Mar 31, 202529 min

2564: The Top 10 All-Cause Mortality Risk Factors & More (Listener Live Coaching)

Mind Pump Fit Tip: Top 10 all-cause mortality risk factors. (1:49) Trigger sessions to boost cognitive function. (22:32) Pyramids or ancient power grids? (25:47) Shilajit can preserve bone density. (35:29) The controversy surrounding food stamps. (39:17) Frightening fentanyl statistics. (45:07) PSA: Cautioning the audience when using a massage gun around your neck. (48:56) Justin's Road to a 315 Push Press. (53:13) #ListenerLive question #1 – How to set a good standard for strength? Best PRs for testing strength? (1:03:10) #ListenerLive question #2 – Would it be wiser to focus solely on unilateral training so that my whole body is balanced before I jump into bilateral heavy training again? (1:14:39) #ListenerLive question #3 – What exercise techniques, meant for tall people, might also apply to me as a short person? (1:26:47) #ListenerLive question #4 – Any suggestions on increasing my squat weight without causing low-back pain? (1:39:56) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** Visit Rock Recovery Center for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Ben and Tom know firsthand the struggles of addiction and alcoholism. With years of experience helping thousands of individuals, they're offering you a free consultation call to discuss your situation. Whether you're personally battling addiction or have a loved one in need of help, they're here to guide you toward the support you need. By filling out the form and scheduling your call, you'll also be entered for a chance to win a free 60-day scholarship at Rock Recovery Center, their premier treatment center in West Palm Beach, Florida. Don't wait—take the first step today. ** March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** Associations of exercise snacks with cognitive function among older adults in NHANES 2011–2014 Pyramids Or Ancient Power Grids? Radar Scans Reveal Massive Underground Structures In Egypt's Giza Shilajit extract reduces oxidative stress, inflammation, and bone loss to dose-dependently preserve bone mineral density in postmenopausal women with osteopenia: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial American Heart Association Retracts Opposition To Barring Soda, Candy From Food Stamps Fentanyl Statistics 2025: Latest Overdose & Addiction Data Justin's Road to 315 Push Press Experience the science of longevity and peak physical performance with the Joint & Muscle Bundle from Promethean Bioregulators. ** CODE: JUSTINMPM for 10% off any first order (not only the Muscle and Joint bundle). ** Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** Mind Pump #2555: The Muscle-Building Secrets of Unilateral Training Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram Jordan Shallow D.C (@the_muscle_doc) Instagram

Mar 29, 20251h 45m

2563: The Most Effective Ways to Get Those Around You to Start Working Out & More (Listener Coaching)

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 MOST effective ways to get those around you to start working out. (1:45) Creatine does EVERYTHING! (25:12) Red-light therapy to help with your sinuses. (34:53) Are artificial muscles in our future? (38:05) At what point do the childish things you collect get weird? (47:14) The nuggets are a HIT! (56:17) #Quah question #1 – How does one maintain protein targets in a caloric deficit? (59:40) #Quah question #2 – How do you know what weight to choose while warming up to a working set? (1:02:21) #Quah question #3 – I bought MAPS Transform: What's the best way to determine your baseline calories for the later phases? I'm not sure where to start with my calorie calculations. (1:05:39) #Quah question #4 – What are the benefits of the newly popular lymphatic drainage vibration plates? Is it a scam? (1:09:45) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Joovv for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP to get $50 off your first purchase. ** Visit Butcher Box for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** New users who sign up will receive ground beef in every box for the LIFETIME of their subscription + $20 off their first box when they use code MINDPUMP at checkout. ** March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2152: How to Convince Friends & Family to Work Out The Potential Role of Creatine in Vascular Health - PMC Mind Pump #2432: The Truth About Essential Amino Acids with Angelo Keely Effect of Red Light Rhinophototherapy on Nasal Patency in Patients with Allergic Rhinitis Artificial muscle flexes in multiple directions, offering a path to soft, wiggly robots Move Over, Kids. Hasbro Wants Adults to Play. - WSJ Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month's supply of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** How Do I Choose The Right Weight? (LIFT RESPONSIBLY) MAPS Prime Webinar Mind Pump #1830: Five Steps to Determine Your ideal Caloric Intake Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mike Matthews (@muscleforlifefitness) Instagram

Mar 28, 20251h 15m

2562: Seven-Time Mr. Olympia Winner Phil Heath

Seven-Time Mr. Olympia Winner Phil Heath Dropping the scale and living life. (1:10) Uncle Phil. (7:35) Breaking down his attachment to basketball. (10:01) His path into bodybuilding. (19:15) When did he get into strict bodybuilding? (25:21) His mentality on taking gear to enhance his physique. (30:50) Bringing pleasure to his soul. (36:50) Did he make bodybuilding an idol? (40:33) His experience with intestinal strangulation. (45:15) His relationship with Jay Cutler. (49:29) Is the rivalry with Kai Greene still there? (53:56) Ahead of the curve when it comes to recovery modalities. (59:03) The biggest missing piece when it comes to longevity. (1:04:10) The challenge with body dysmorphia in bodybuilding. (1:09:58) Making a change with his name and voice. (1:18:29) Does he have a favorite era of bodybuilding? (1:27:44) Is he a fan of the classic? (1:33:02) The golden era of strength training. (1:36:00) The ultimate gym social experiment. (1:39:07) Practicing mindfulness and coming into faith. (1:43:21) Coaches being more famous than the athlete. (1:49:05) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP10 at checkout** March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** How athletes are faster, better, stronger: David Epstein at TED MuscleSound | Point-of-Care Software to Diagnose Malnutrition Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Phil Heath (@philheath) Instagram Website Tim Grover (@timgrover) Instagram Jay Cutler (@jaycutler) Instagram Ronnie Coleman (@ronniecoleman8) Instagram Arnold Schwarzenegger (@schwarzenegger) Instagram Kai Greene (@kaigreene) Instagram Bret Weinstein (@bret.weinstein) Instagram Dorian Yates (@thedorianyates) Instagram Chris Bumstead (@cbum) Instagram Logan Franklin (@logan_franklin) Instagram

Mar 27, 20251h 54m

2561: 5 Crazy Things That Destroy Your Health & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 crazy things that destroy your health. (2:17) How much does your mental state affect your physical state? (28:42) Polarizing personalities and knowing your teammates. (32:17) Why with some studies you must be careful how you interpret the data. (43:51) The difference between sleeping with and without Eight Sleep. (46:16) The staggering shift in culture. (49:40) Reducing the 'puffy eye' look. (55:59) #ListenerLive question #1 – What can I do to balance my lower back out? (58:07) #ListenerLive question #2 – The total volume (weight x reps) decreases until I can get up to (or close to) the original rep range. Will this still produce gains, and is this the right way to achieve progressive overload? (1:05:31) #ListenerLive question #3 – Are there other obvious and effective ways I can lean into my extra range of motion on traditional exercises to unlock additional gains? (1:19:21) #ListenerLive question #4 – Workout-wise, after all these new developments and recommendations, should I get my CPT so I can train myself or should I get a personal trainer who's willing to educate me? (1:33:06) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP to get $350 off Pod 4 Ultra. Currently, it ships to the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia. ** Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP20 for 20% off your first order of their best products. ** March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** Sitting risks: How harmful is too much sitting? - Mayo Clinic How Much Exercise You Need to Offset Sitting All Day HANDGRIP DYNAMOMETER Muscle Strength, Physical Fitness, Balance, and Walking Ability at Risk of Fall for Prefrail Older People Association of Grip Strength With Risk of All-Cause Mortality, Cardiovascular Diseases, and Cancer in Community-Dwelling Populations: A Meta-analysis of Prospective Cohort Studies Media overload is hurting our mental health. Here are ways to manage headline stress News addiction linked to not only poor mental wellbeing but physical health too, new study shows Association between eating rate and obesity: a systematic review and meta-analysis Psychological prehabilitation improves surgical recovery Space Agency Offers $5,000 to Volunteers Willing to Stay in Bed for 10 Days How and Where people spend their time 1930-2024 - YouTube Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off ** Stick Mobility | Snake Reach | 1 Long Add Windmills to Your Workout to Increase Your Deadlift Strength – Mind Pump TV Kettlebell Kings Presents: Kettlebell Suitcase Carries – Kettlebells 4 Aesthetics KINSTRETCH – Functional Anatomy Seminars Justin's Road to 315 Push Press Mind Pump #2255: The Smart Way to Improve Speed, Power, & Performance With Brian Kula How To Do The Pelvic Clock Exercise – Mind Pump TV Diaphragmatic Breathing Exercises & Techniques Mind Pump #1822: Wim Hof on How to Control Your Immune System With Breathwork Emotional Release of the Psoas - Montgomery Somatics Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Brian Kula (@kulasportsperformance) Instagram Wim Hof (@iceman_hof) Instagram

Mar 26, 20251h 49m

2560: How to Break Free from Destructive Body Image Issues

How to Break Free from Destructive Body Image Issues The HIGH prevalence of body-image issues in the fitness space. (1:11) The extreme versions that are easy to spot. (4:30) The characteristics of this avatar. (9:11) How to Break Free from Abusive Body Image Issues #1 - Take time off (from workouts, measuring, and weighing). (12:11) #2 - Make it real by telling others. (18:41) #3 - Stop weighing yourself and studying yourself in the mirror. (21:36) #4 - Turn off social media or change the algorithm. (25:45) #5 - Start back up with a VERY different goal. (31:46) Questions: How common are body image issues? (33:56) Does competition contribute to body image issues? (35:44) How can I help someone who is struggling with body image issues? (37:22) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP for 20% off your first order (new customers) and double rewards points for existing customers. ** March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2320: Throw Away the Scale! Body Image in America: Survey Results - Psychology Today Body Image Statistics 2024: 57+ Shocking Facts & Stats Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram

Mar 24, 202540 min

2559: Four Weird Ways to Build Muscle & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 4 weird ways to build muscle. (2:03) GHK-CU and its effect on skin looseness. (22:35) Sal's confessional. (28:32) Is this the beginning of the end for CrossFit? (49:53) Drinking with or without Zbiotics. (55:52) #ListenerLive question #1 – Do body proportions or body type play a significant role in the way someone is able to change their body through resisting training? (57:25) #ListenerLive question #2 – Is it possible that consuming a lot of eggs can have a negative effect on sleep? (1:09:25) #ListenerLive question #3 – What is your take on myostatin blockers? Is this another fitness fad? (1:20:47) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Luminose by Entera for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MPM at checkout for 10% off their order or 10% off their first month of a subscribe-and-save. ** Visit Pre-Alcohol by ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MINDPUMP25 for 15% off first-time purchasers on either one-time purchases, (3, 6, 12-packs) or subscriptions (6, 12-pack) ** March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** How Much Exercise You Need to Offset Sitting All Day The Most Overlooked Muscle Building Principle How to Use Intra-Set Stretching for the BEST Shoulder Workout | Ben Pakulski Use Intra-Set Stretching for the BEST Hamstring Workout | Ben Pakulski How to Use Intra-Set Stretching for the BEST Chest Workout | Ben Pakulski Regenerative and Protective Actions of the GHK-Cu Peptide in the Light of the New Gene Data Visit Transcend for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** March 3 – March 31 = 25% Off Wolverine & Endurance Stacks! Wolverine Stack: PDA (BPC)/TB-500 (Including the KPV stack as well – Capsules and Injectable stacks). Endurance Stack: SS-31/Tesofensine (Optimized for performance and recovery). March 10 – March 31 = 35% Off Exosomes. ** CrossFit for Sale After Years of Drama and Attrition Sexy Athlete Bundle – Mind Pump Media Get your free Sample Pack with any "drink mix" purchase! Also try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump Mind Pump # 2502: Hormone Therapy for Aesthetics With Dr. Lauren Fitzgerald 7-Day Overtraining Rescue Guide | Free by Mind Pump Media Stephan Cabral Cortisol Test Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Layne Norton, Ph.D. (@biolayne) Instagram Ben Pakulski (@bpakfitness) Instagram Bret Contreras PhD (@bretcontreras1) Instagram LAUREN FITZ, M.D. (@drlaurenfitz) Instagram Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram Phil Heath (@philheath) Instagram

Mar 22, 20251h 28m

2558: The 5 Best & Worst People You Will Run Into at the Gym & More (Listener Coaching)

Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 5 best & worst people you will run into in the gym. (2:00) For those CEOs that lift, do their companies outperform those who don't? (17:54) Comparing bicep growth between preacher and incline curls. (23:48) The disturbing rise in youth gambling. (29:49) If Mind Pump were an alcoholic drink, what would it be? (44:02) The 'Drop' stack. (45:59) What doesn't creatine do? (49:26) Make any outfit dresser and sharper. (51:12) Iconic vehicles from our childhood. (53:16) #Quah question #1 – When reverse dieting to boost metabolism for fat loss, can I eat less and skip walking 10,000 steps a day? Why is there so much advice to walk? (58:41) #Quah question #2 – How can I prevent my upper back from taking over everything, and I mean everything, from chest press to overhead press to rear delts? Is it just a matter of focus? (1:00:32) #Quah question #3 – What is the best way to help my deadlift? The most difficult part is lifting off the ground. (1:03:54) #Quah question #4 – What's the best way to strengthen weak and crackly knees? (1:05:57) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** Visit State & Liberty for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Up to 30% discount for wedding party, complimentary second outfit for groom, and an additional $100 gift card for mentioning Mind Pump during the onboarding process. ** March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #1080: 21 Commandments of Gym Etiquette Mind Pump #1862: How NOT to Be an Idiot in the Gym Deadlift Index (deadlift) | Stock price, performance, AI analysis Distinct muscle growth and strength adaptations after preacher and incline biceps curls Online gambling among youth worries experts, one teen says sports betting was an 'escape' Whatnot: Shop, Sell, Connect Creatine ingestion augments dietary carbohydrate mediated muscle glycogen supercompensation during the initial 24 h of recovery following prolonged exhaustive exercise in humans Mind Pump # 2550: Cutting Edge Peptides for Fat Loss & Muscle Building with Alex Kikel Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout 15% off your first order! ** 3-Way Scap Circles (Scapular Muscle Activation & Mobility Exercises) Mind Pump # 2122: Deadlift Masterclass Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Alex Kikel (@alex_kikel) Instagram

Mar 21, 20251h 9m

2557: Heal Your Cavities & Fix Your Teeth With Functional Dentistry: Dr. Staci Whitman

Heal Your Cavities & Fix Your Teeth with Functional Dentistry Dr. Staci Whitman Functional vs. Conventional dentistry. (1:48) Can you change the microbiome to be more positive for oral health? (5:26) Are cavities reversible? (11:59) Is dentistry a scam? (13:58) Why have wisdom teeth become a problem? (21:01) Why dentistry would be DEAD if Big Food changed. (28:20) Should we avoid fluoride? (30:32) How bad is mouthwash? (41:38) My gums bleed, what should I do? (45:06) Why you can't have a healthy mouth without a healthy gut. (49:57) I grind my teeth, what does that mean? (51:00) Peptides and oral health. (53:03) What's the deal with Tom's? (53:57) How developed is the field of Functional Dentistry? (58:00) What motivated her to move outside conventional dentistry? (1:00:46) Anything we can do exercise-wise to strengthen our teeth? (1:03:52) Bad breath and drug use. (1:06:39) Why she is not a fan of juice. (1:08:50) Milk is good for oral health. (1:12:50) What is the biggest pushback she gets from her colleagues? (1:14:07) The history of water fluoridation. (1:16:54) Is she hopeful about the government's direction? (1:22:04) The top 5 holistic approaches to good oral hygiene. (1:24:13) Feed Your Good Guys. (1:30:03) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Feed Your Good Guys (FYGG) for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP20 at checkout for 20% off** Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month's supply of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** Welcome to The Institute for Functional Dentistry New study says chewing may have played a vital role in human evolution Baby-led weaning: When to start, foods to serve, and more Home - The Weston A. Price Foundation Fact Sheet - Fluoride Action Network Hydroxyapatite benefits, dosage, and side effects - Examine Hydroxyapatite Vs. Fluoride: How Do They Compare? Eighty Percent of Americans Have Gum Disease, Oh My! The Dental Diet: The Surprising Link between Your Teeth, Real Food, and Life-Changing Natural Health Myo Munchee Functional Dentist REVEALS the Shocking Truth About FLUORIDE | Dr. Staci Whitman Kisses Transfer 80 Million Bacteria, New Study Reveals Bristle Oral Microbiome Health Test Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Dr. Anastacia ("Staci") Whitman (@doctor_staci) Instagram In Person Visits: nopokids.com Website Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram Mark Hyman, M.D. (@drmarkhyman) Instagram Steven Lin (@drstevenlin) Instagram Vani Hari | Food Babe (@thefoodbabe) Instagram Dr. Mark Burhenne | Dentist (@askthedentist) Instagram

Mar 20, 20251h 33m

2556: Overtrained? How to Reset Your Body in 7 Days & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Can you get your body back on track in 7 days? Yes! Here is your 7-day recovery reset. (2:11) Brain.fm works! (13:10) The impact of having quality muscle has on your health. (19:01) Addressing the hot topic of autism. (21:53) Does the average child today receive less sunlight than a prisoner? (25:51) The story of Bishnu Shrestha. (33:02) Chores and their connection to a stronger work ethic. (35:14) Apologizing to your kids. (38:42) Using science to break a record. (46:03) The top nutrient deficiencies. (52:56) #ListenerLive question #1 – What should I do to get back into shape and stay in shape? I feel like I will always have some pain in everything I do, even walking. How much pain is acceptable? (56:52) #ListenerLive question #2 – How to avoid injury after destroying a plateau? (1:12:50) #ListenerLive question #3 – what else can I or should I be doing to get more clients? Or, if you have ever seen the show Extreme Home Makeover, what makeover would you guys do for my business? (1:21:29) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off ** Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** 7-Day Overtraining Rescue Guide | Free by Mind Pump Media Skeletal muscle adiposity, coronary microvascular dysfunction, and adverse cardiovascular outcomes Mind Pump #2187: Why Building Muscle Is More Important Than Losing Fat With Dr. Gabrielle Lyon The Real Reasons Autism Rates Are Up in the U.S. Inmates Spend More Time Outside Than Kids Bishnu Shrestha - Badass of the Week Kids Who Do Chores Are More Successful Adults, Science Proves Can Faith Kipyegon break four minutes in the mile? Scientists say yes. 7 Nutrient Deficiencies That Are Incredibly Common - Healthline Visit Transcend for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** March 3 – March 31 = 25% Off Wolverine & Endurance Stacks! Wolverine Stack: PDA (BPC)/TB-500 (Including the KPV stack as well - Capsules and Injectable stacks). Endurance Stack: SS-31/Tesofensine (Optimized for performance and recovery). March 10 – March 31 = 35% Off Exosomes. ** MP Holistic Health Mind Pump #2240: Mikhaila Peterson World Council for Health Reveals Spike Protein Detox - Mercola Mind Pump # 2515: How to Become a Successful Trainer in 2025 Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Gabrielle Lyon (@drgabriellelyon) Instagram Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram Dr. Tyna Moore (@drtyna) Instagram Mikhaila Peterson (@mikhailapeterson) Instagram

Mar 19, 20251h 36m

2555: The Muscle-Building Secrets of Unilateral Training

Uncover the Muscle-Building Secrets of Unilateral Training Defining unilateral training and the value of doing a block of it. (1:04) Uncovering Four Muscle-Building Secrets of Unilateral Training #1 - Uncover left-to-right development imbalances. (3:50) #2 - Old exercises become new. (11:45) #3 - Easy correctional exercise. (15:10) #4 - Better mind-muscle connection. (20:54) Questions: When training unilaterally does all dumbbell work count (For example a dumbbell chest press.)? (26:36) Which side do I start with? (28:10) Do I rest between sides? (29:23) How long should I train unilaterally? (30:35) Will unilateral training help with PRs? (31:51) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: MAPS Symmetry HALF off! ** Code SYM50 at checkout ** Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code to receive 20% off your first order. ** Mind Pump # 1790: The Secret to an Attractive & Functional Body Mind Pump # 1745: How to Pack on Muscle to Your Lagging/Stubborn Body Parts Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

Mar 17, 202534 min

2554: The 5 Best Exercises for a Stronger Grip and Forearms & More (Listener Live Coaching)

Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 5 best exercises for a stronger grip and forearms. (2:27) Optimizing your mitochondrial health is one of the keys to longevity. (16:34) Feeling manly. (24:48) Justin is getting his metal fix in. (28:56) How out of touch with reality can you possibly be? (33:53) Caffeine withdrawal is nasty. (37:07) Red vs. white wine, is there a difference in health benefits? (43:26) The ideological gap between Gen Z boys and girls. (47:43) CRAZY odds. (49:29) The future of live performance and entertainment. (54:38) #ListenerLive question #1 – Any guidance that would be able to steer me in the right direction and get more information on my peptide journey? (57:02) #ListenerLive question #2 – Is there a way to counteract the hand pain I am experiencing while lifting? How can I improve my grip strength? (1:08:57) #ListenerLive question #3 – Any advice how I can improve my overall squat mobility getting under the bar? (1:16:33) #ListenerLive question #4 – What are your thoughts on Hyrox? Am I living the most optimal lifestyle to make maximum progress with my Hyrox training? (1:26:13) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Joovv for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP to get $50 off your first purchase. ** Visit Rock Recovery Center for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** They're offering a free consultation call to discuss your situation. Whether you're personally battling addiction or have a loved one in need of help, they're here to guide you toward the support you need. By filling out the form and scheduling your call, you'll also be entered for a chance to win a free 60-day scholarship at Rock Recovery Center, their premier treatment center in West Palm Beach, Florida ** March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** Mind Pump # 1895: Eight Hacks for an Insanely Strong Grip HANDGRIP DYNAMOMETER Red Light Therapy and Methylene Blue May Promote Brain Health Angel Reese hints at possible strike by WNBA players: 'If y'all don't give us what we want, we sitting out' The Most Commonly Abused Drug Statistics Consumption of Red Versus White Wine and Cancer Risk: A Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies Gen Z's widening gender divide has turned political. It's ruining our relationships. The Bible is a collection of 66 - Miraculous Bible Visit Butcher Box for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** New users that sign up will receive ground beef in every box for the LIFETIME of their subscription + $20 off their first box when they use code MINDPUMP at checkout. ** Train the Trainer Webinar Series Mind Pump Hormones Facebook Private Forum MAPS Prime Webinar MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Jay Campbell (@jaycampbell333) Instagram Dr. William Seeds (@williamseedsmd) Instagram Dr. Tyna Moore (@drtyna) Instagram LAUREN FITZ, M.D. (@drlaurenfitz) Instagram Amelia Boone (@arboone11) Instagram Hunter McIntyre (@huntthesheriff) Instagram

Mar 15, 20251h 43m

2553: The Top 5 Exercises That Build Muscle That You Probably Aren't Doing & More (Listener Coaching)

Mind Pump Fit Tip: Top 5 exercises that build muscle that you probably aren't doing. (1:59) Exercise and sleep. (19:21) The war against raw milk. (23:25) Children and their core memories. (26:46) What is Sal using to mitigate the effects of going off caffeine? (32:09) Which gender can handle more training volume? (35:46) Be kind to AI. (40:31) It's a "weird" iPhone glitch. (43:05) The origin of the Konami Code. (44:14) Companies' evolution. (47:22) Salt wars. (49:48) #Quah question #1 – Should I feel hungry eating at maintenance? (56:49) #Quah question #2 – Why is a behind-the-neck shoulder press harder than a military press? (1:00:13) #Quah question #3 – When I do a barbell incline press, my shoulders always give out first. How do I correct this? (1:02:22) #Quah question #4 – What are the primary reasons why the hips might rise first in a heavy back squat? Muscle imbalances? Cues? Mobility? (1:04:21) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get your free Sample Pack with any "drink mix" purchase! Also try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** How To Behind The Neck Press Properly! (ADVANCED LIFTERS ONLY!) How to Do Reverse Curls Build a Big Pec Shelf With the Guillotine Press Sissy Squat – The forgotten quad building exercise of the pros – Mind Pump TV Impact of different types of physical exercise on sleep quality in older population with insomnia: a systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials Stanford study reveals flu virus remains infectious in refrigerated raw milk A Comparison between Male and Female Athletes in Relative Strength and Power Performances Why Women Have Beaten Men in Marathon Swimming? Mind Pump Fitness Coaching - YouTube Apple AI tool transcribed the word 'racist' as 'Trump' Cheating Wonders: A Brief History of the Konami Code Evolution of Companies Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month's supply of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** Z Press to take Your Shoulder Development to the Next Level Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram Mind Pump | Ann Svogun (@mindpumpann) Instagram

Mar 14, 20251h 7m

2552: From Plateau to PR... How to Break Through Strength Barriers

From Plateau to PR: How to Break Through Strength Barriers Defining what a plateau is. (1:18) Why this is a meaningful conversation. (2:20) The most frustrating part of fitness. (5:37) The BIG mistake most people make. (7:38) From Plateau to PR: Six Strategies to Break Through Strength Barriers #1 - Focus on strength. (13:45) #2 - Change the exercises. (17:06) #3 - Change the rep ranges. (21:13) #4 - Change the tempo. (23:01) #5 - Trust a new structure and follow. (26:13) #6 - Start with recovery, a week. (29:01) Questions: I haven't lost any weight for 30 days. Is this a plateau? (31:46) Can diet changes break a plateau? (32:55) How often do you guys plateau? What do you personally do? (33:58) Does sleep affect plateaus? (36:17) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Joy Mode for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order** Special Promotion: MAPS Strong or MAPS Powerlift HALF off ** Code PR50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #1630: Ten Ways to Break Through a Plateau Mind Pump #1827: The 3 Best Rep Ranges to Build Muscle & Burn Fat Why Your Tempo Matters When You Workout! – Mind Pump TV 7-Day Overtraining Rescue Guide | Free by Mind Pump Media Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Robert Oberst (@robertoberst) Instagram Kyle P (@mindpumpkyle) Instagram

Mar 13, 202540 min