Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

Get Jacked & Ripped in 5 Steps (Must do in this order!) Get Jacked & Ripped in 5 Steps. (1:35) #1 - Lift weights to get strong. (4:18) #2 - Reverse diet. (12:58) #3 - Walk daily after meals. (21:21) #4 - Cut calories. (25:27) #5 - Add cardio. (28:37) Questions: Does cardio hurt muscle building? (30:45) What is the best food for reverse dieting? (33:42) Will I gain body fat on a reverse diet? (35:01) Can I get leaner while building muscle? (36:18) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Black Friday promotion. Use the code MINDPUMP which will provide up to $600 off the Pod 4 Ultra when bundled. Currently ship to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia ** EARLY ACCESS to the Black Friday Sale is open NOW! ** ALL MAPS Fitness Products 60% OFF. Coupon code BLACKFRIDAY. The code will expire on Sunday, December 1st. Each purchase enters you to win one of two 5-day stays at the Mind Pump Park City V

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: There are some things you MUST consider when you train to failure, and it's different from the other stuff. (2:58) Super athletes. (15:51) Setting your kid up for success. (22:43) Learning how to lose. (26:36) Stay protected during ‘illness season.’ (33:12) Take your favorite influencer’s endorsements with a grain of salt. (35:56) The addictive properties of ultra-processed foods. (39:08) Sugar restriction and children’s development. (43:34) Derma rollers work! (49:45) All worth it. (52:58) When the white lie is the right answer. (54:38) Shout out to sciencedaily.com (56:20) #ListenerLive question #1 – I developed a big knot in my right upper trap that doesn't seem to go away. Could this be due to incorrect form and the number of shrugs I'm doing with Anabolic? (57:23) #ListenerLive question #2 – Is it better to eat less but higher quality calories than eating more lower q

How to Become a 6-Figure Trainer The average salary for a personal trainer in America. (1:23) Building a rewarding and successful career. (4:10) How to Become a 6-Figure Trainer #1 - Be passionate about people. (13:04) #2 - Become a master of sales. (21:02) #3 - Become a master of coaching. (25:31) #4 - Never stop your education. (32:53) #5 - Figure out how many people you need to talk to every day. (35:34) Listener Questions: How long does it take for mastery? (40:11) How many clients are considered full-time? (42:06) Is it best to start in a big box or private gym? (43:40) What is the best skill to learn fitness-wise for a trainer? (49:28) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code to receive 20% off your first order. ** EARLY ACCESS to the Black Friday Sale is open NOW! ** ALL MAPS Fitness Products 60% OFF. Coupon code BLACKFRIDAY. The code will expire on Sunday, December 1st. Each purchase enters you to w

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The top 5 unpopular, yet amazing, muscle-building exercises. (2:10) Sal’s ULTIMATE muscle-building meal. (18:43) Creating energy from your poop. (22:02) Hydrogen cars are coming back into favor. (23:09) Things you should never say to your angry wife. (28:23) Politics is funny. (30:40) Black Friday deals are here! (43:19) Treating your son on his birthday. (48:48) Shout out to Mind Pump’s ‘Train the Trainer’ Webinar series! (51:55) #ListenerLive question #1 – What else can I do to support a higher HRV? (53:20) #ListenerLive question #2 – Is there a maximum amount of protein powder you can/should consume per day? (1:02:19) #ListenerLive question #3 – Is there still any novelty to running MAPS Powerlift back-to-back? (1:08:20) #ListenerLive question #4 – What do we do, as trainers, when the client says they do not feel the difference? (1:17:41) Related Links/Products Mentione

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: Sometimes to get leaner you’ve got to eat more. (2:06) Navigating the seasons of all relationships. (12:52) Shilajit is sweeping the nation! (22:52) The online fitness coaching space is full of charlatans. (26:19) Early access to Mind Pump’s Black Friday sale is here! (36:26) Who would win an ultramarathon, humans or animals? (41:22) Kids say and do the darndest things. (46:54) What age range do women report the best sex and orgasms? (51:36) Shout out: ‘Watch the guys build a program on IG LIVE 11/13 Livestream 6 PM (PST)’ @mindpumpmedia  (1:01:22) #Quah question #1 – Whenever I go into a bulk it only goes to my belly. Any tips or tricks to make it go to my muscles? (1:02:30) #Quah question #2 – What are your thoughts on calisthenics and combo resistance training? (1:05:59) #Quah question #3 – What do yo

 How to Actually LOSE Weight This Holiday Season Why the average American gains 1-8 lbs. during the holiday season. (1:33) Strategies to Lose Weight This Holiday Season: (14:40) #1 - Exercise at home to build muscle. (16:20) #2 - Walk after meals. (22:42) #3 - Eat high-protein foods first. (28:19) #4 - Undulate calories. (31:48) #5 - Utilize HIIT for short periods for calorie burn. (34:04) Listener Questions: What are the best holiday foods and what are the worst? (36:27) Which alcohol does the least damage? (38:53) I get stressed for holiday parties in fear of fat gain. Should I skip them? (40:13) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: Ultimate At-Home Workout Bundle (MAPS Anywhere, MAPS Suspension & MAPS HIIT) for ONLY 99.99!  Visit Entera Skincare 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. ** Holiday weight gain: Americans expect to add 8 pounds ove

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Training with heavyweight vs. lightweight. (2:24) Adam addresses challenges in his current muscle-building transformation. (11:02) Making gains with low testosterone. (19:39) Examples of extreme body manipulation. (21:11) The belief is that to be a successful coach or trainer you MUST be ripped. (26:21) Carnival Sal. (34:15) The Schafer’s Disney World Halloween experience. (35:28) Ethan’s homecoming extravaganza. (41:48) “My time has expired.” (43:13) The out-of-body experience as a parent when something happens to your kid. (45:34) Addressing the controversy over an ingredient in LMNT. (51:56) Shout out to Dr. Staci! (58:25) #ListenerLive question #1 – What adjustments or changes would you recommend to help boost my energy levels? (1:01:13) #ListenerLive question #2 – What should training look like to continue to lift like a bodybuilder, but get ready to hike the Grand Ca

Best and Worst Exercises for Each Body Part Why every exercise that exists, given the RIGHT context, is a great exercise. (1:06) Best and Worst Exercises for Each Body Part:  LEGS (8:18) Best: Squats Worst: Adductor/abductor machine GLUTES (13:23) Best: Hip thrust Worst: Cable kickback CHEST (17:38) Best: Incline press Worst: Svend press BACK (22:41) Best: Pull-ups/Barbell row Worst: Single-arm cable rows SHOULDERS (25:50) Best: Overhead press Worst: Front raises BICEPS (29:13) Best: Dumbbell curls Worst: Standing front double bicep curl TRICEPS (30:51) Best: Close grip bench Worst: Reverse grip press down/Dumbbell kickbacks Listener Questions: When should we include the worst exercises? (34:00) Is the ability to create a pump valuable? (35:31) What are the best rep ranges? (36:18) 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 do

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Slow metabolism? Do this! (1:43) Seed is in a class of their own. (18:12) A couple that prays together, stays together. (21:56) Grace-based fitness. (31:54) Is there more of an insecure space than Fitness? (33:23) Why should men have a skincare routine? (42:19) More proof that our government sucks at doing things. (45:30) What will they add to the Olympics next? (50:17) What’s the cutoff age for your kids to live at home? (51:43) Shout out to Danny Matranga. (56:40) #ListenerLive question #1 – How often do you need to switch up your workout routine? (58:07) #ListenerLive question #2 – How would you guys recommend a combat arms soldier to train to meet the demands of combat? (1:08:45) #ListenerLive question #3 – What is the proper way to reverse diet? (1:19:25) #ListenerLive question #4 – Are Rhodiola, ashwagandha, cordyceps, and theanine safe while breastfeeding, and what

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 3 BEST foods for muscle and strength, ranked in order. (2:05) The impact of heavily processed foods. (16:45) The power of the law of thermodynamics. (22:45) Buying toys for your kids because you like them. (25:56) How PRx has completely revolutionized home gyms. (29:40) Challenging masculinity. (33:35) The rise of fitness trainers. (39:34) Adam updates our audience on his muscle-building transformation. (41:52) Using Brain.fm on longer flights. (53:57) Shout out: ‘Watch the guys build a program on IG LIVE 11/13 Livestream 6 PM (PST)’ @mindpumpmedia  (59:17) #Quah question #1 – I travel a lot for work, what kind of isometric exercises can I do while sitting in the car? (1:00:14) #Quah question #2 – What are your thoughts on posing after a workout? I am hoping to gain a better connection and control ov

4 Mistakes That Destroy Your Metabolism Previewing what you will learn in this episode. (1:07) What is your metabolism? (3:14) Fat loss vs. body composition. (4:04) 4 Mistakes That Destroy Your Metabolism #1 - Eat less and do lots of cardio. (7:01) #2 - Endurance training. (18:03) #3 - Take fat burners. (19:09) #4 - Skip meals. (22:29) Do this instead: (25:06) #1 - Eat more (protein) #2 - Lift weights (build muscle) #3 - Avoid too many stimulants #4 - Eat throughout the day Listener Questions: How many calories does a lb. of muscle burn? (34:30) What is the best type of strength training for fat loss? (38:23) Is creatine good for fat loss? (40:11) What are the best strength training exercises? (41:58) 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. ** October Promotion: MAPS Muscle Mommy 50%

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The (3) signs someone is on steroids. (2:11) Mind Pump LOVES photo shoots. (22:49) Style fads. (24:56) Improve your sleep efficiency with Eight Sleep. (29:20) Underrated exercises. (33:31) Exercise and its neuro effects. (38:37) Speculating on technology and its future impact on society. (44:20) Shout out: ‘Watch the guys build a program IG LIVE 11/13 Livestream 6 PM (PST)’ @mindpumpmedia (56:21) #ListenerLive question #1 – How can I set healthy habits to be an example for my family and kids? (57:05) #ListenerLive question #2 – Can you help me understand how to adjust my programming while not losing progress due to knee tendonitis? (1:18:00) #ListenerLive question #3 – Do you think the ‘food pyramid’ is a case of public health/government being behind, or do they know exactly what they are doing? (1:35:13) #ListenerLive question #4 – Recommendations to treat a hip pinch I’m exp

 The 5 Gym Machines You Need To Stop Using ASAP Free weights tend to be better for these reasons: (1:35) #1 - Real-world carryover. #2 - Requires more stability. #3 - Forms to your body, not the other way around. Criteria for determining which machines suck: (6:12) #1 - Higher risk of injury. #2 - Far better versions available. The 5 gym machines you need to stop using ASAP: (8:28) #1 - Pec deck (arms externally rotated). #2 - Ab crunch machines (encourage hip flexor). #3 - Tricep extension machine (never right length). #4 - Most glute machines. #5 - Back extension machine. Listener Questions: #1 - What is the value of machines? (28:57) #2 - What are your favorite machines? (31:38) #3 - Plate loaded vs weight stacks. Any difference? (33:36) #4 - Favorite cardio machine? (35:55) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Entera Skincare 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 subs

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: How many times per week should you workout? (1:44) Chasing protein. (16:53) Scary food dye statistics. (20:23) Tesla bots. (27:47) Make yourself resilient by being fit & healthy. (29:40) How proud of your age are you when you’re fit? (39:15) Celebrating the staff. (42:04) Fun Facts with Justin: Keanu Reeves is an athlete. (43:44) Mind Pump Recommends Mr. McMahon on Netflix. (46:12) LMNT hack. (50:45) Shout out: ‘Watch the guys build a program IG LIVE 11/13 Livestream 6 PM (PST)’ @mindpumpmedia (52:13) #ListenerLive question #1 – Any advice on which program to start to support strength gains in rock climbing? (59:19)  #ListenerLive question #2 – Could being on TRT affect my joints? (1:12:14) #ListenerLive question #3 – How long should I rest between sets if I have limited time to workout? (1:28:14) #ListenerLive question #4 – What would be a reasonable approach to str

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions from the Sunday @mindpumpmedia Quah post. Mind Pump Fit Tip:  Three things NOBODY tells you about gaining muscle after 40. (1:53) Does your birth order play a role in your IQ? (21:14) Defining success and embracing the struggle. (31:50) Organifi’s Starter Kit. (43:09) Underrated exercises. (45:19) GLP-1s impact on your skin. (51:39) The importance of starting a skincare routine. (54:30) Shout out to Brad Jensen! (57:02) #Quah question #1 – How do you gauge appropriate workout intensity? I never get sore, but I have a feeling my workouts are too intense as I have overtraining symptoms. How do you gauge the appropriate dose because I’m scared of doing too little? (58:01) #Quah question #2 – As a 30+ year old female, how realistic is it to achieve and maintain a low enough body fat percentage that showcases abs, leg muscles, defined shoulders, and maintain a healthy hormone profile? Is this possible to

 The Hidden Hormone that is Disrupting Your Sleep with Dr. Stephen Cabral The 4 stages of sleep and how you can get deeper in them. (1:31) What sleep “aides” impact sleep the most? (7:55) The best tracking devices. (9:09) What are the most common reasons why people have sleep issues? (10:09) Is there a negative feedback loop with melatonin? (14:03) The cortisol curve. (16:52) Supplements for cortisol. (21:23) Revealing the guy’s Bedtime Cortisol (Poor Sleep) test results. (23:41) Doug. (24:31) Adam. (28:18) Justin & Sal. (32:17) Lifestyle improvements for better sleep. (36:06) Who is this test for and where can I get it? (45:03) Related Links/Products Mentioned For a limited time, Mind Pump listeners can visit here for a FREE “POOR SLEEP TEST” that shows the root cause of your sleepless nights by unveiling your night-time cortisol levels.  Visit NASM for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** $150 off any CPT (Certified Personal Trainer) package! ** Code MPM150 at c

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The worst, most overrated fitness advice. (2:23) Adam updates the audience on his muscle-building transformation (30-day body recomp). (10:51) Justin’s nightmare sleep. (39:26) A sign of the times. (45:05) Teaching trainers and coaches how to make a career in fitness. (51:18) Pre-alcohol probiotic drink. (53:41) Shout out to The Emotional Lives of Teenagers: Raising Connected, Capable, and Compassionate Adolescents book by Lisa Damour Ph.D. (56:25) #ListenerLive question #1 – How do you coach somebody who doesn’t want to be coached? (57:31) #ListenerLive question #2 – How do I modify the intensity while simultaneously reducing the volume in half? (1:08:15) #ListenerLive question #3 – Would you be able to share general, specific, and or exact protocols, tips, and advice for recovering and gaining back significant muscle loss? (1:18:02) #ListenerLive question #4 – Should I cut, re

Smartest Way to Use Protein to Burn Fat & Build Muscle The protein effect. (1:25) One of the MOST effective ways to control appetite. (5:06) Leads to a faster metabolism. (11:18) Does the quality of protein matter? (14:13) Why you should start your day with a high-protein breakfast. (16:57) Aim for protein first. (22:11) When can I use protein shakes? (23:44) The value of supplementing with Essential Amino Acids (EEAs) for vegans. (25:14) Listener Questions: #1 - What are some great high-protein snacks? (28:00) #2 - Is there any benefit to eating more than 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight? (29:08) #3 - How often can I use a protein shake? (30:31) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Xero Shoes for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Biggest sale of 2024, ends 10/22, up to 70% off all shoes! ** October Promotion: MAPS Muscle Mommy 50% off! ** Code OCTOBER50 at checkout ** Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Study shows high-protein die

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Are you over 40 and storing more belly fat than usual? Do this! (1:47) Adam updates the audience on his muscle-building transformation. (17:43) Mind Pump Fitness Coaching success stories. (37:25) Wild-caught vs. farmed-raised salmon. (44:41) Reminiscing on old fast-food favorites. (47:26) Moldy ice machines. (51:40) Shout out to JC Santana! (54:09) #ListenerLive question #1 – Is it possible for a bulk to be working if the scale isn’t moving? (55:28) #ListenerLive question #2 – How do you progress back into working out when you have chronic pain from previous injuries? (1:06:04) #ListenerLive question #3 – I understand lifting heavy doesn’t make you bulky, but is there some truth to that? (1:21:03) #ListenerLive question #4 – What do you do if GLP-1s aren’t working? (1:36:31) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com V

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: 3 Exercises You Must Include in Your Workout as a Beginner. (2:05) GLP-1s impact on the US obesity rate. (18:36) GLP-1s may reduce opioid overdoses. (30:21) Insidious motives. (31:53) Kids say the cutest things. (39:21) Justin’s ‘respectful’ violence outlet. (40:14) Experimenting in college. (49:33) Adam updates the audience on his pec injury. (54:15) The ultimate anti-aging beauty serum for the skin. (59:33) Shout out to Dr. Lauren Fitz! (1:04:59) #Quah question #1 – What are some quick, no-equipment exercises you can do during vacations that can help you retain muscle? (1:06:56) #Quah question #2 – What does cardio look like to increase endurance without compromising muscle? I know it’s terrible for fat loss but how do you go about it to be in good cardiovascular shape for real-world situations? (1:10: