Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with iconic fitness influencer Steve Cook. Being in the right place at the right time. Steve’s origin story and how he got into the fitness industry. (2:05) Being in a good space yourself to find that right person. (12:40) His start in male physique competitions and dealing with the politics involved. (14:16) The massive role genetics play. (27:36) Starting his vlog and when his business started taking off. (30:28) The apple sauce and peas & carrots of social media. (34:42) His experience working on the Biggest Loser. (38:02) Finding himself in a rebranding phase and examining his life during the pandemic. (52:19) Future fatherhood, being aligned with your partner and potentially leaving the country. (1:02:08) Why so much of health is community. (1:09:45) Have his views on health & fitness changed post-COVID? (1:13:18) The evolution of his training. (1:14:21) Why he has no problem NOT posting. (1:16:01) The journey behind creatin

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: How you ENJOY the workout is just as IMPORTANT as the workout itself. (1:59) Does your DNA determine what exercise program is right for you? (10:04) The average facetime spent with your child. (20:44) Giving your child space to create. (30:35) Zuckerberg is a sore loser. (36:18) Flow as an evolutionary trait. (40:47) A hack to get morning sunlight. (49:39) Most CBD products are garbage. Do your research! (51:13) Shout out to Never Split the Difference, book by Chris Voss. (54:55) #Listener Live question #1 – What focus/intention should I be doing with MAPS 15 Advanced to get the best bang for my buck? (56:18) #Listener Live question #2 – Which program do you feel fits best with putting Olympic style weightlifting (snatch, clean, jerk, etc.)? (1:02:57) #Listener Live question #3 – I’m wondering what you guys used to do during your spilt shifts as a personal trainer and if you h

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover everything you need to know to build an amazing 6-pack and a strong core. When it comes to aesthetics, one muscle almost always tops the list for both men and women. These are the muscles of the core: The abs, the obliques, and the transversus abdominis. (1:53) The muscles and actions of the core muscles. (6:43) #1 - The Abs, their attachments, and common myths. (10:11) Best developing exercises: Hip flexor deactivators, Physioball crunches, reverse crunches, and leg raises. #2 - Obliques, their attachments, and common myths. (17:55) Best developing exercises: Cable chops and twisting sit-ups. #3 - Transversus abdominis, their attachments, and common myths. (24:08) Best developing exercises: Vacuums. Stabilizing movements (for the whole core): Planks, counter-rotation movements, and heavy walking movements. (30:50) How to prioritize your core muscles in your programming? (33:10) Related Links/Products Mentioned For Mind Pump list

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you're trying to lose body fat, you’re better off BUILDING than trying to burn. (2:27) Kreatures of Habit ‘no-bake’ cookies. (10:33) How to develop better associations with healthier foods and drinks. (13:36) The crave ability of carbonated drinks. (19:06) How testosterone boosters work and the myths surrounding taking them. (27:40) The origins of the ‘whipping boy’. (35:57) Mind Pump goes dark. (41:50) Lawsuits and settlements. (48:53) Missing out on quality time with your kids. (53:22) Caldera works! (59:57) Shout out to Jesse Conrad. (1:01:40) #Listener Live question #1 - What advice do you have for me to feel the pump in isolated muscles and groups while keeping in mind my hypermobile joints? (1:03:47) #Listener Live question #2 - How can I achieve the hourglass figure? (1:12:37) #Listener Live question #3 – What things can I do to help with prolonged quad fatigue?

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: Consistency BEATS hard! (2:11) Take the MAPS leap for $5 a month! (5:30) Did scientists accidentally create an anti-addiction drug? (9:08) Nature is messed up. (19:09) Is this the future of inside trading? (23:19) The pros/cons of AI regulation. (25:02) The top causes of death for bodybuilders. (30:50) Video killed the radio star. (35:12) Kids say the darndest things. (39:32) Parent hacks with managing screen time. (43:33) When you know you are a boomer. (48:27) Why eating grass-fed vs. grain fed meat may lower your inflammation levels.(54:29) Vuori is EVERYWHERE! (57:09) Here’s why bands DO NOT cause as much muscle damage as other forms of training. (58:32) Shout out to the Mind Pump Newsletter. (59:54) #Quah question #1 - Can you use light weights (instead of bands) for trigger sessions? (1:01:

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin have an in-depth conversation with attorney, banker and real estate investor Chris Naghibi about the state of banks and the economy. Chris’s “lazy moron” journey into the career he has now. (1:58) What role do ‘rules & regulations’ play in some of these economic crises? (17:57) Successful, but not stress-tested. (25:44) What is a “run on the bank” and why is it so dangerous? (32:00) Inflation’s comparison to losing body fat. (44:16) Why in order to win you have to be an extremist. (48:38) The impacts of institutional buying. (51:38) His thoughts on long/short-term leases. (57:35) How do these interest rate hikes affect banks? (1:03:58) Playing ‘political chicken’ with the debt ceiling. (1:07:05) Going down the rabbit hole on the future of digital currency. (1:13:02) How retail traders influence the market. (1:18:45) In order to create, we must destroy. The impact of A.I. (1:21:17) Where can you put your money, earn the most, and spend the

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: STOP listening to the whey protein peddlers! Collagen protein is ACTUALLY pretty good for you. (3:12) Nobody sits in the daytime! (13:53) All that’s interesting featuring Andre the Giant. (17:55) Adam and Sal’s experience so far with the Oura Ring. (25:28) Coaching with NutriSense is a game changer! (30:14) Speculating Sports Illustrated target market. (34:35) When do little kids feel most loved? (37:49) The power and pull of games and screen time. (39:40) Everett’s first big role. (45:03) MAPS Anabolic Advanced success story. (47:48) Subscribe to Mind Pump on Instagram today! (48:38) Another case against artificial sweeteners. (50:54) Shout out to Amala Ekpunobi. (52:52) #Listener Live question #1 - What can I do for the next 2 months to preserve the muscle mass I have, not lose any more weight, and continue to develop my rear delts? (54:25) #Listener Live question #2 -

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover seven reasons why bands are a unique way to add variety and build muscle. One of the most effective yet most overlooked tools for building maximum strength, maximum muscle, and mobility in enhancing fat loss are resistance bands! Bands can be quite advanced. (2:26) Bands bad PR and poor application. (4:43) 7 Unique Benefits of Bands. #1 - Strength curve. (14:17) #2 - Constant tension. (17:59) #3 - Encourages controlled negative and good form. (18:55) #4 - Does far less muscle damage. (21:42) #5 - Encourages isometric squeeze. (29:17) #6 - TOTALLY novel. (32:40) #7 - Easy on the joints and low risk of injury. (35:39) Related Links/Products Mentioned LAUNCH SPECIAL: MAPS Bands, Retail for $97, with $30 off during the launch. The public price is $67. Includes 2 E-Books: Bonus #1: Ultimate Bodyweight Training Guide (Retail: $47), Bonus #2: Quick Meals for Health & Fitness (Retail: $47). Money back guarantee, Ends Sunday, May 28th. **Coupon C

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Poor gut health will DESTROY your ability to build muscle, burn body fat, or even feel good. A GOOD probiotic is an investment we should ALL be making. (1:39) Peptides for gut health. (12:02) Justin being manly, and spider stories. (16:11) The universal strategy to get away from most things. (25:58) Don’t mess with Zuck. (28:58) Science doesn’t ask if we should, it just asks, can we? (30:29) Recapping Mother’s Day festivities. (34:07) The controversy over Netflix’s Queen Cleopatra. (46:48) How muscles became popular in the media. (51:51) Sal’s high praise for the Chocolate bone broth from Paleo Valley. (57:44) Shout out to Slaying Your Fear: A Guide for People Who Grapple with Insecurity, a book by Adam Lane Smith. (59:04) #Listener Live question #1 - What is the appropriate program to do after completing Anabolic? After my wife’s first time through, although the scale never m

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: Protein is the magic macronutrient! Seek it out if you want better insulin sensitivity, the ability to build more muscle, speed up recovery, and improve satiety. (1:54) Cows with names produce more milk. (9:38) Arby’s accidental death? (16:34) What would be in Mind Pump’s neighborhood? (24:23) Updating the current educational system. (28:50) Dad Life Updates: Asking your kids, rather than telling and everything being your fault as a parent. (33:28) An MRI gone horribly wrong. (42:55) Mind Pump’s new logo. (47:52) Would your 12-year-old self be happy with you? (49:17) Increasing your sodium levels to combat dehydration and cramps. (55:57) Shout out to Daily Dose Meals. (57:42) #Quah question #1 - What can I do to feel my chest more than my front delts during incline benches? (1:01:54) #Quah question #

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with sex expert, Dr. Emily on how to add more fun to the bedroom. Why is sexual health so important? (1:47) How stress, trauma, and shame are pleasure thieves. (4:40) Having an unhealthy relationship with masturbation. (8:17) Porn without education is problematic. (9:20) When do kids get sexually imprinted? (18:51) The components of healthy sex. (22:00) Comparing lube to sunscreen. (26:18) The common sexual challenges between men and women. (31:35) Couples that play together stay together. (37:45) The common misconceptions around orgasms. (42:18) The 5 Pillars of Sexual IQ. (47:03) #1 – Embodiment. (48:52) #2 – Health. (53:22) #3 – Self-Knowledge. (54:33) #4 – Self-acceptance. (55:10) #5 – Collaboration. (55:20) Compare and despair does not work with sex. (59:14) Leaning into what is easy for you. (1:01:59) Rebranding anal sex. (1:05:16) Examining where your beliefs around sex come from. (1:09:50) Knowing the difference bet

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Do hard things! (2:12) The Di Stefano’s urgent care scare. (21:17) Adam’s embarrassing moment at the Warriors game. (28:34) The sad state of San Francisco. (42:08) ‘Coregasm’ is a real thing! (49:06) Lack of muscle is the biggest contributor to the chronic health crisis. (49:53) The hermetic effect of the Green Juice from Organifi. (52:57) Shout out to Word on Fire. (55:22) #Listener Live question #1 - How can I help my muscles take over more instead of my joints? (57:42) #Listener Live question #2 - What should my training focus be while I prioritize my gut health? (1:08:02) #Listener Live question #3 - What is the best approach to get my body less crooked? (1:21:01) #Listener Live question #4 – Will fasting hinder my gains and progress? (1:29:01) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit The Cold Plunge for

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak to Dr. McClain about the most recent longevity and health science. Taking control of your health. (1:41) Longevity vs. health span. (3:53) The three pillars that impact your biological age. (11:35) NO diet fits all. (14:22) How he eats for maximal performance. (20:03) Using exercise as the great equalizer. (25:47) The importance of sleep hygiene. (31:06) The effect of metformin on your health and longevity. (44:30) How can hormone therapy impact your performance and health span? (52:45) At what age should you investigate hormone therapy? (1:02:17) Peptides for health and longevity. (1:08:03) How gene editing will revolutionize life span. (1:15:56) The future for stem cell therapy. (1:21:31) Advancements towards early detection of diseases and cancers. (1:24:51) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Cheating Death: The New Science of Living Longer and Better – Book by

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Some protein powders are more suitable for bulking. For example, whey protein. (1:49) The evolution of Adam’s sugar addiction. (23:12) The tall guy always gets sized up. (37:00) The last time the guys were in a potentially fearful altercation. (41:33) Butcher Box now has chicken nuggets! (46:00) Shout out to @oldtime.strongman. (50:44) #ListenerLive question #1 - How would you program training & nutrition throughout the year if you try to peak at the same time annually to see the progress you’ve made each year? (54:31) #ListenerLive question #2 - Do certain body types/anatomies struggle with the “ass to grass” squat? (1:12:10) #ListenerLive question #3 - How to know if peptides are right for you? (1:33:12) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Legion Athletics for the 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: Find a pre-workout that MAXIMIZES usable focus! Everything else is pretty much a waste. (2:09) Kids have no filter. (9:54) Justin’s latest ‘Gymnastics Dad’ trip to Arizona. (13:03) Adam Recommends Silo on Apple+. (26:27) The power of music. (30:36) Making social media work for you. (38:51) The misconception that resistance bands are for beginners. (44:02) Fun Facts with Justin: The Star-Nosed Mole. (47:33) Shout out to Tom Haviland. (49:52) #Quah question #1 - When doing dumbbell pullovers in Phase 3 of Anabolic, the video shows the guy doing them lying lengthwise on the bench. I saw on Adam’s YouTube video with Dr. Jordan Shallow that they are lying across the bench. Is there a difference, or a better way when doing this exercise? (51:36) #Quah question #2 - If you had to build a personal training busines

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover key workout considerations for busy moms. Raising kids is EXTREMELY demanding and unpredictable. (1:44) Designing a routine that compliments your life. (5:15) Target areas that moms want to focus on. (9:04) The Best Workouts for Busy Moms. #1 - Mobility first. (10:50) #2 - Get strong. (15:44) #3 - Target specific areas. (20:24) #4 - Do more with less. (26:28) #5 - When time permits, add volume and time. (31:09) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: 60% OFF Fit Mom Bundle, Bikini Bundle, Fabulous 40’s Bundle, or Build Your Butt Bundle. Mapsfitnessproducts.com **Promo code FITMOMS at checkout** Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! How To Do The Pelvic Clock Exercise Why Mobility Needs to be The Primary Focus Over Losing Weight After Having a Baby – Mind Pump Blog How Should You Workout Before and During Pregnancy? – Mind Pump Blog Getting Back in Shape After Having a Baby – Don’t be Hard

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: There is a RIGHT way to use substances that make you feel good to help with mental health. (2:35) Sal’s experience with Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy so far. (13:16) Putting a spotlight on PETA. (32:08) Lab Grown meat vs. Real meat. (34:15) When the music really hits you. (42:57) Fun Facts with Justin: Heavy metal and termites. (47:14) Are banks going down? (49:46) What is it with Sal and racing? (52:51) Good credit, higher mortgage fees. (54:49) New product alert from Caldera. (1:01:10) Shout out to Norada Real Estate. (1:03:25) #ListenerLive question #1 - Any guidance for balancing commitment toward a specific goal with awareness regarding when to shift gears? (1:05:02) #ListenerLive question #2 - How reliable are body scans? I decided to get a trainer to help me figure out nutrition more. I wanted to see more of the muscle I had been buildin

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Thomas DeLauer who lost a hundred pounds and built a successful fitness brand. His intention of getting on YouTube. (1:46) There is fitness, and then there is health. (8:38) How lifting saved his life. (11:18) The HUGE misconception about eating disorders. (16:09) Understanding that this is NOT going to control me, and I’m going to OWN it. (22:43) Helping people to help yourself. (25:47) The feeling of not fitting in and having imposter syndrome. (28:03) Having guard rails and avoiding being too extreme. (31:40) His relationship with drugs. (35:13) How he ended up in the private equity world. (37:11) Breaking out of your echo chamber. (45:01) The cream will rise to the top and block out the rest. (49:59) How fatherhood has changed him. (53:46) The vantage point you get once you have kids. (1:00:22) Nothing meaningful is easy. (1:05:15) What concerns him the most about the future of his kids? (1:10:11) Managing technology with

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Red-light therapy is legit! And the science supports it. (2:18) Kids hear and copy EVERYTHING! (17:55) A.I. that can read your mind, and the potential for good/bad. (22:54) Turning PTSD (Post-traumatic stress disorder) into PTG (Post-Traumatic Growth). (35:02) Learning more about EDMR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy, Sal’s first experience, and upcoming session. (38:33) Podcast therapy for personal growth. (45:58) LMNT is crushing it! (49:02) Shout out to @homeandontheway. (53:29) #ListenerLive question #1 - I feel a little lost and would love some guidance. When I was 13, I was diagnosed with anorexia. I am now recovered, and in 2020 I started running. I now run about 6 -7 miles 6 days a week, strength train for about an hour and a half 5 days a week, and average about 25000 steps. I have never gotten a period, and just got lab work finding out I have low es

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: One of the BEST ways to measure whether a food is right for you is quite simple. After you eat the meal, HOW do you feel afterward? After an hour or so? PAY ATTENTION! (2:12) Fun Facts with Justin: Dumb shoes. (14:32) It’s the hardest job in the world to be a GOOD parent. (19:23) Justin’s high school drama. (24:26) Here’s how dumb most consumers are. (32:16) A.I. is the next existential crisis for humanity. (37:47) The meaning behind Adam’s bond and commitment to the Warriors. (44:29) Is this truly for myself or everybody else? (53:29) Mind Pump Park City is first come, first served. (58:48) How Sal uses his large family to test out their sponsors. (59:45) When strength is NOT the best pursuit. (1:01:07) Shout out to Adam Lane Smith. (1:03:55) #Quah question #1 - What is the connection between hip and