Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

 Six Steps to a 315-Pound Bench It’s a pretty awesome goal to go after, but MOST will not hit it. (2:12) The value and history of the bench press. (3:13) Six Steps to a 315-Pound Bench #1 - Master the technique (strong arch, activate lats, squeeze bar, elbows slightly tucked, use leg drive). (5:23) #2 - Bench 2 days a week (heavy and speed days). (14:20) #3 - Do shoulder mobility daily. (17:34) #4 - Eat in a surplus. (23:06) #5 - Don’t neglect back work. (24:05) #6 - Use isometric pauses. (26:03) Questions: How important is including an incline press? (28:37) How can bands and chains be used to improve my bench press? (30:57) 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. ** January Promotion: New Year's Resolutions Special Offers (New to Weightlifting Bundle | Body Transformation Bundle |

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Are you measuring your progress with the mirror and scale? You WILL fail! DO THIS instead. (2:26) The strength benefits of dietary cholesterol. (18:15) Addressing the egg shortage. (22:17) The GLP-1 phenomenon continues to explode. (28:55) The illusion of freedom. (32:14) Being proactive vs reactive when it comes to a cold. (36:45) Terrible health trends of the past. (40:22) Prenatal nutrition and your face shape. (45:56) Red-light therapy and improvement in eyesight. (49:53) If you could live forever, would you? (50:57) Washing away at sea. (52:57) #ListenerLive question #1 – Any help or guidance on a 69-year-old wanting to get on stage? (58:23) #ListenerLive question #2 – How can I roll out a strength-based workout for our Star Wars Fanclub? (1:20:41) #ListenerLive question #3 – When do you breathe during the exercises? (1:31:23) #ListenerLive question #4 – Any suggest

10 Year Anniversary Did you think we’d get here? (2:06) How it all started, and first impressions of each other. (6:27) The ‘Splinter’, Doug Egge. (24:12) Do they believe they’d make it today? (27:30) When did they decide MAPS Anabolic would be the ‘baby’? (31:48) Punching up. (33:18) New listeners vs. old listeners. (39:40) Deciding to start the YouTube channel. (41:12) Early financial highlights. (42:38) The creation of MAPS programs. (44:55) First notable interviews. (47:26) Sal’s greatest strength and greatest weakness. (1:00:45) A time business-wise when they got really excited. (1:01:41) Leveling up. (1:09:39) Shifting the direction of the fitness industry. (1:12:02) Guests who have impacted them the most. (1:13:32) Mind Pump’s first BIG investments. (1:22:50) The COVID scare. (1:26:07) Mind Pump Partners. (1:29:15) Resistance Training Revolution. (1:41:03) What’s in my bag? (1:42:56) Fire hose of knowledge. (1:44:28) Mind Pump Live. (1:45:49) The next 10

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: For the best pumps of your life, DO THIS! (1:31) Caldera Lab is making its way on the small screen. (22:41) What do you consider to be old? (25:27) When does the age gap become weird? (30:27) Research your pre-natal supplements. (36:08) Processed foods impact on muscle quality. (38:52) When your science fiction brain goes crazy. (44:06) NIL is changing the dynamics of college sports. (50:11) QVC is selling on IG. (53:11) #ListenerLive question #1 – What advice do you have for scaling a personal training business while maintaining that passion, avoiding burnout, and finding that endgame when you want to retire? (55:19) #ListenerLive question #2 – Should I focus on losing more weight first and then build muscle, or should I maintain a weight around 205-215, and recomposition by losing fat and gaining muscle? (1:06:37) #ListenerLive question #3 – Did my years of overtraining aff

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: If you workout the same way all the time you’re killing your gains…it’s not always about changing exercises. (1:45) The fascination with probiotic/microbiome research. (15:09) Going down the AI rabbit hole. (22:34) Cat Debacle: Part II. (26:48) Car experience fails. (31:48) Sal’s garage workout with his son. (33:49) Sunrise to sunset bundle. (35:09) Drug tales with Mind Pump. (39:19) Healthy meals for your family and kids. (50:20) Shout out to @this.is.michael2024! (51:41) #Quah question #1 – How do you navigate the new year/new me hype? (54:44) #Quah question #2 – Are there any acupuncture benefits related to muscle building or fat loss? (1:02:01) #Quah question #3 – Thoughts on assisted stretching labs? Is it worth it? (1:07:39) #Quah question #4 – Do you think BPC-157 would work for an older bicep

Hormone Therapy for Aesthetics for Women Dr. Lauren Fitzgerald Why she believes you should go on hormone therapy once you are past a certain age. (1:26) Normal does NOT mean optimal. (2:56) The difference between BHRT and HRT. (3:47) Her journey of becoming an MD, a Beachbody coach, and how she got into functional medicine. (7:51) How is she different from traditional functional medicine doctors? (16:02) Why hormones place a MASSIVE role on your progress. (17:44) Her experience with GLP-1s and busting the myths surrounding them. (20:15) The most common hormones she starts her clients with. (24:23) Which provides the most aesthetic benefit? (24:58) What does progesterone provide for women? (25:40) Why labs are NOT nearly as important as symptoms. (26:33) Why she prefers creams for men and women. (29:46) You can have a good libido and have TERRIBLE testosterone. (32:23) Her preferences when it comes to thyroid medication. (33:05) Why she prefers to be OPTIMIZED and not natural. (36

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Three BIG dietary lies the government has told you. (1:51) Exercise and how it affects your nerves. (18:40) Charity vs evolutionary theory. (23:57) Slowing down time as a parent. (38:14) Previewing the next Train the Trainer webinar series. (46:28) It’s Organifi Gold Juice season. (54:06) Mind Pump Recommends Landman on Paramount Plus. (55:24) #ListenerLive question #1 – I can’t shake the feeling that I should be much stronger by now. I’m consistent and dedicated in the gym, so it’s disheartening to feel like I’m spinning my wheels. What could I be doing wrong? (1:00:03) #ListenerLive question #2 – Why am I waking up so early? Please help! (1:12:09) #ListenerLive question #3 – For being on TRT, I don’t feel I am getting the gains I should. Any advice on what to do at this point? (1:22:49) #ListenerLive question #4 – What should training and diet look like depending on how busy m

Jay Campbell Should you be concerned about your mitochondrial health? (1:05) Is NAD supplementing a waste of time? (3:58) The REAL benefits of creatine. (9:59) The truth behind ‘exercise in a bottle’. (13:08) Why Retatrutide will Forever Change Society. (21:40) The importance of having a trainer while on a GLP-1. (29:15) Why the genie is out of the bottle with peptides and bio-regulators. (33:01) The differences between peptides and pharmaceuticals. (39:50) What things can people take to heal themselves from multiple vaccines? (45:33) The peptide forefront. (49:55) The value of the struggle. (51:38) The latest bodybuilding stack. (54:34) Highlighting one of his exciting businesses. (1:04:55) Related Links/Products Mentioned 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. ** December Promotion: MAPS Aesthetic | MAPS Symmetry 50% off! ** Code DECEMB

Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you AREN’T doing the following six movement patterns you will NOT get the body you want. (1:42) PSA for trainers who want to be more effective with their clients. (23:15) Exercise can boost your mood and memory. (26:08) Medjugorje Miracle. (34:19) Society is so behind what technology is capable of. (38:19) Doug’s testosterone results before and after Joymode. (50:33) Kids say the darndest things. (52:16) #ListenerLive question #1 – Is there any way to mitigate the negative effects of doing high-intensity cardio a few times a week? (55:27) #ListenerLive question #2 – What programming would you recommend to balance the extreme stress that cops face? (1:02:14) #ListenerLive question #3 – How detrimental would it be to progress if we toggled between two programs due to scheduling conflicts? (1:08:41) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit NASM for this month’s exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! *

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: Three reasons to EAT MORE to get LEANER. (1:30) How much of an impact the layout of your city has on your activity. (20:01) Two-faced mustache. (29:04) When the smack-talk thread backfires. (30:34) Blood flow in the brain: FMRI studies. (33:55) AI in fitness. (37:22) Mind Pump Recommends Later Daters on Netflix. (39:52) Joey Swoll, good guy? (42:11) Ryan’s World. (44:20) Vuori’s impressive rise. (46:23) What makes you likely to sleep with a robot? (50:44) AI pitching machine. (53:26) #Quah question #1 – Is going for .7g of protein per pound of ideal body weight good enough for a cut? (57:07) #Quah question #2 – I just lost 60lbs and am looking to lose 40 more and I feel stuck during the holidays. Suggestions? (1:00:06) #Quah question #3 – Now having experience weightlifting. Is it best to lift on h

The Amazing & Weird Side Effects of Creatine Why MOST people should be taking creatine. (0:58) The Amazing & Weird Side Effects of Creatine #1 - Builds muscle and strength. (8:17) #2 - Prevents injury. (14:40) #3 - Improved cognition. (15:49) #4 - Anti-depressant. (18:21) #5 - Anti-anxiety. (19:33) #6 - Helps with sleep. (22:24) #7 - Bone health. (24:00) #8 - Promotes skin health. (26:39) #9 - Fat burning. (27:45) Questions: #1 - How much creatine should I take every day? (31:02) #2 - Does it make a difference when I take creatine? (31:56) #3 - Should I cycle creatine? (33:13) #4 - What's the best form of creatine? (33:53) 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. ** December Promotion: MAPS Aesthetic | MAPS Symmetry 50% off! ** Code DECEMBER50 at checkout ** Common questions and misconce

Mind Pump Fit Tip: Machines are better for THESE three things. (2:25) How FIT you are is a better predictor than your BMI. (18:25) This is an important tip if you are taking thyroid medication. (24:21) The drone conspiracy. (26:28) If you have hormonal imbalances or PMS symptoms, listen up. (34:42) Tornadoes in California? (37:13) Funny pranks. (42:06) Family time at church. (45:25) The benefits of grass-fed ground beef vs. grain-fed. (48:58) Starbucks drive-thru does it again. (51:13) California is doing California things. (52:56) Shout out to our three Park City giveaway winners! (58:56) #ListenerLive question #1 – Why is it important for kids to play various sports for their overall athletic performance? (1:03:23) #ListenerLive question #2 – Can you speak to if/how weight and muscle training principles can be applied to the face? (1:13:02) #ListenerLive question #3 – Can eating healthy make you fat? (1:22:39) #ListenerLive question #4 – Should I extend maintenance/bulking th

Chalene Johnson What is going on with Beachbody? (1:54) Why you MUST have more than one stream of income. (12:03) Biggest business learning lessons. (15:16) Changing the conversation around perimenopause/menopause. (20:29) Her relationship with traditional strength training. (31:13) The 5 pillars of health. (33:23) Breaking the fear of cutting cardio. (34:40) The power of changing your algorithm. (36:58) Use your intuition! (38:00) The major disservice of giving a sex assignment to hormones. (41:08) Why she quit alcohol. (45:25) Where does her growth mindset come from? (54:10) How does she communicate giving yourself grace? (55:50) Being in alignment. (58:10) Why she is focusing on her sleep. (59:23) Her favorite attributes about her husband. (1:02:45) Favorite revenue streams. (1:10:15) Creating boundaries. (1:11:40) A family of entrepreneurs. (1:13:27) Favorite podcast guests. (1:15:30) How muscle is an underrated bio hack. (1:16:44) Related Links/Products Mention

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Three reasons why staying in shape is easier than getting into shape. (2:09) The first lesson in understanding women. (21:27) The cost of temptation and fame. (23:20) Challenging carbon dating. (35:13) One of the BIGGEST investments in improving your sleep. (40:21) Free advertising. (41:37) The dangerous sides of conservatism. (45:00) Give the gift of health this holiday season. (50:24) Shout out to Neckzilla! (51:57) #ListenerLive question #1 – Is it normal that I found when I dropped my steps 10k per day, lowered my training to 4 Upper/Lower days from 7 days, and increased food my hunger increased? (54:41) #ListenerLive question #2 – When do you have hard conversations with people about their goals and that they have to take it into their own hands? (1:07:51) #ListenerLive question #3 – Is there something that you had other than MAPS 15 that you would suggest running in the

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: Add 30 minutes of THIS for better gains! (2:10) An update on Sal’s CPAP machine. (9:28) Playing for each other and not for themselves. (15:36) The growing trend of restricting teenage access to fitness videos. (22:51) A classic bodybuilder steroid cycle. (29:01) Life expectancy is projected to stall out by 2050. (31:36) Previewing the interview with Erica Komisar on parenthood. (37:18) Red-light as a pre-workout. (42:13) Universe expansion theory. (44:34) Anglerfish mating. (51:52) Shout out to Santa Cruz Athletic Club! (54:20) #Quah question #1 – Are there any real benefits from waist trainers? Why do they exist? (57:16) #Quah question #2 – Is it a good idea to increase your NEAT before starting a workout? (1:04:46) #Quah question #3 – I’m currently on a GLP-1 and am not losing any more weight. I do

How Probiotics Affect Fat Loss, Muscle Building & Cognition with Dr. Zain Kassam Dr. Kassam’s background in the space. (1:42) How important is our relationship with our microbiome? (7:01) The connection between our microbiome and the explosion of autoimmune disorders. (8:47) Are these problems inherited? (11:56) Two pathways to consider why obese mice get skinny when getting the right microbes. (13:02) How are they using AI? (16:31) Why does the gut influence our brain? (18:40) Can our microbiome influence our cravings? (22:11) Our microbiome’s connection to our muscle mass. (23:22) How can we use this science in the future? (26:25) The 4 D’s of picking a probiotic. (32:05) The transient effect of taking a daily probiotic. (34:41) How can we restore a ‘leaky gut’? (36:30) Not all probiotics are created equal. (38:42) Science is not complete until it’s communicated. (40:00) How do you know you’re getting live bacteria? (43:26) How does he maintain good microbiome health? (

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Work out once a week and get results, but ONLY if you focus on this. (2:57) Ragging on Sal. (15:06) Xtreme Xperiences. (16:08) Viagra increases muscle protein synthesis. (21:32) How NIL is reshaping collegiate sports. (24:20) The difference between Christmas, X-Mas, and Happy Holidays. (30:13) Kids say the darndest things. (32:11) How do you know if a CBD product is worth it? (33:45) Justin’s first parade. (35:47) Sal is tough to break. (37:40) Teasing an interview with Erica Komisar. (39:42) The food dye argument is REALLY heating up. (42:16) The controversy surrounding Jay-Z. (43:43) It’s about the journey, not the destination. (46:29) Luminose by ENTERA. (55:08) Shout out to Ian Simpkins! (56:28) #ListenerLive question #1 – Any advice on how I can progress in my bench press? (57:37) #ListenerLive question #2 – So I know your programs can be run in either a bulk

MAPS 15 Performance Launch YES! You can get fit, lean, strong, and fast in only 15 minutes a day. (1:49) Short daily workouts vs. traditional. (5:53) Why this is our most popular methodology. (9:34) The best program for athletes who are in season. (22:55) Makes you feel good. (23:53) Floor and ceiling metaphor. (24:38) Introducing MAPS 15 Performance: An overview and what’s included. (25:47) Related Links/Products Mentioned Limited Launch Promotion: MAPS 15 Performance public launch price: $87! ** Code 15PLAUNCH for $20 OFF. Free Bonuses: 30 Day Landmine Workout + 7-Day Overtraining Rescue Guide. ** 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 #2112: Is 15 Minutes Enough Time for an Effective Workout? Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Matthew Vincent (@matthewpvincent)Instagram  

Mind Pump Fit Tip: Walking protocol to get healthy and lean. (1:40) Someone living amongst you. (13:58) Manufacturing adversity. (18:58) High-quality athleisure wear. (24:07) Visceral fat’s connection to Alzheimer’s. (25:40) The CPAP black market. (33:00) Hidden food intolerances and the value of tracking. (37:48) The home gym market is exploding! (45:41) Pursuing what you love and going all in! (48:39) Shout out to Dry Creek Wrangler. (1:00:43) #ListenerLive question #1 – How can I make mobility exercises enjoyable and competitive? (1:02:09) #ListenerLive question #2 – What are the top resources that you think every trainer should tap into to stay relevant and as educated as possible in this ever-growing field? (1:14:02) #ListenerLive question #3 – Is 300+ grams of protein ok if my calories, carbs, and fat are all in line? (1:27:30) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for

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: If you’re not building muscle, this is why. (1:39) Kids say the sweetest things. (10:11) The more you give, the more you get. (10:54) The direct correlation between your wife’s happiness and bedtime schedule with your partner. (22:29) Is having a child easier than having a dog? (25:19) The benefits of grass-fed meat for athletes. (38:23) The longest recorded fast. (40:54) Why you should consider changing your cookware. (43:27) The Billy Corgan/Bill Burr connection. (47:10) Can women smell if a man is single? (49:39) Shout out to @socialcapofficial. (52:28) #Quah question #1 – How do you know if a lagging body part isn’t growing because you’re doing too much or because of other factors? (55:46) #Quah question #2 – Is there any real science behind compression shirts, leggings, etc.? (58:47) #Quah quest