1698: Signs You’re Not Drinking Enough Water, Exercises & Movements That Prevent Injury, Viagra as a Workout Supplement & More

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 7 natural ways to crush chronic inflammation and pain. (1:32) The benefits of regular napping. (21:50) Overactive bladder syndrome. (28:25) Green tea consumption = higher testosterone. (35:48) If you were stranded on an island, would you rather be by yourself or with your worst enemy? (36:40) Adam’s Best Buy fiasco. (43:11) Sodium, low-carb diets, and performance. (47:42) Previewing Sal’s upcoming YouTube series. (49:54) Mind Pump is looking for trainers. Apply today! (53:24) #ListenerLive question #1 – Is MAPS Muscle Mommy the right program for me being 14 months post-partum? If I’m only lifting 3 days a week and not looking to do extra work from home, are the trigger sessions necessary? (54:10) #ListenerLive question #2 – How can someone in a cut still feel confident about their progress when the scale isn’t moving? (1:10:22) #ListenerLive question #3 – How would you go about actively inspiring reform and rebuilding a community for people who are so set in their ways? (1:18:57) #ListenerLive question #4 – Is there anything I can do to build a more resilient CNS or recover better so I don’t need those rest weeks as often? (1:36:20) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com 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! Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share it with a friend. Try LMNT risk-free. If you don’t like it, give it away to a salty friend and we’ll give you your money back, no questions asked! Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump June Special: Shredded Summer Bundle or Bikini Bundle 50% off! ** Code JUNE50 at checkout ** The effects of curcumin-containing supplements on biomarkers of inflammation and oxidative stress: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials Importance of maintaining a low omega–6/omega–3 ratio for reducing inflammation Effectiveness of Boswellia and Boswellia extract for osteoarthritis patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** Regular Napping Linked to Increased Brain Size Mirabegron in the Treatment of Overactive Bladder Why Green Tea Could Be Your New Secret Weapon for More Testosterone TableTopics Dinner Party Question Card Game - 135 Entertaining Conversation Starter Cards for Dinner Table with Adult Friends, Getting to Know You Game. Mind Pump Personal Training – Apply today! Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer!  ** Available for a limited time, a curated box pre-filled with Mind Pump’s favorite cuts — no guesswork! ButcherBox members who sign up through Mind Pump will receive: $20 OFF their first box, Free chicken breast, ground beef, OR salmon in every box for a whole year! ** 10 Ways To Rebuild MUSCLE & Train SAFELY After Having A Baby | Mind Pump 1882 Mind Pump #2320: Throw Away the Scale! Mind Pump #2420: Get Energized: The Real Reasons You’re Always Tired & Lazy! Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Jay Campbell (@jaycampbell333) Instagram Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram

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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: 6 controversial muscle-building & fat-burning tips. (1:24) HMB for muscle-building. (20:37) Free weights vs machines. (26:55) Fun table topic starters for deep conversations. (28:52) The Shilajit reviews are in. (48:22) Bacteria vs. virus. (51:28) #Quah question #1 – People are always talking about having trouble connecting with their glutes, but I have a bigger problem connecting with my pecs. Any recommendations? (55:06) #Quah question #2 – When getting home late, is it better to go to bed asap and get good sleep or eat a late-night meal and hit protein? (58:20) #Quah question #3 – I've injured myself a few times outside of the gym, especially my lower back, and it's limiting the exercises I can do. What's the best way to safely build those muscles back to where they should be, and to keep progressing in other areas while I do? (1:00:21) #Quah question #4 – Should I use squat shoes to improve my range of motion in squats? (1:02:34) 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 Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** June Special: Shredded Summer Bundle or Bikini Bundle 50% off! ** Code JUNE50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2405: The 5 Intermittent Fasting Mistakes Causing Weight Gainv Effects of different stretching exercises on hamstring flexibility and performance in long term HMB benefits, dosage, and side effects - Examine Oral Supplementation with Beta-hydroxy-beta-methylbutyrate, Arginine, and Glutamine Improves Lean Body Mass in Healthy Older Adults TableTopics Dinner Party Question Card Game - 135 Entertaining Conversation Starter Cards for Dinner Table with Adult Friends, Getting to Know You Game. Justin’s Road to 315 Push Press The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts Mind Pump #1912: The Science of Successful Marriages & Relationships With Drs. John and Julie Gottman Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** Mind Pump #2540: Ranking the Top 5 Ways to Build Your Chest How to Build A STRONG Back | Mind Pump 1972 - YouTube Adam Schafer’s DEEP Squat Mobility Secrets | Behind The Scenes at Mind Pump Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Drew Canole (@drewcanole) Instagram

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The 8 Most Controversial and Awesome Strength Training Exercises Every exercise is good if applied properly, with good mobility and stability. (0:49) The 8 Most Controversial and Awesome Strength Training Exercises, Who They’re For, Who Should Do Them, and How to Apply Them.  #1 - Behind the neck press. (3:00) #2 - Upright row. (8:14) #3 - Kipping pull-up. (11:10) #4 - Barbell good morning. (17:27) #5 - Box jumps. (19:14) #6 - Behind neck pull down. (23:53) #7 - Roman chair sit-ups. (26:29) #8 - Jefferson curl. (29:25) Honorable mention: Sissy squats. (33:25) 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** June Special: Shredded Summer Bundle or Bikini Bundle 50% off! ** Code JUNE50 at checkout ** How To Behind The Neck Press Properly! (ADVANCED LIFTERS ONLY!) The Upright Row: Implications for Preventing Subacromial Impingement Shoulder Injuries in Individuals Who Participate in CrossFit Training Build Your Hamstrings- How to Properly do Good Mornings The effects of plyometric jump training on lower-limb stiffness in healthy individuals: A meta-analytical comparison How to Box Jump the Right Way to Activate More Muscle Fibers Correcting Upper Cross Syndrome to Improve Posture & Health-- Prone Cobra The Wall Test | Mind Pump TV Intervertebral disc herniation: studies on a porcine model exposed to highly repetitive flexion/extension motion with compressive force The Jefferson Curl: Benefits and Proper Form - BarBend Shrink Your Waist With The PERFECT Sit-UP (SIX PACK ABS!) Sissy Squat - The forgotten quad building exercise of the pros Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

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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: 5 weird and cool gym facts. (2:05) Busting the myths surrounding upright rows. (25:17) The real art of being a smart trainer and getting back to customer obsession. (29:59) Fun Facts with Justin: The Capybara. (43:13) Caldera before and after’s. (46:01) How temperature affects your sleep. (48:49) Big guy in a small plane chair. (51:00) Mind Pump is looking for trainers. Apply today! (55:56) #ListenerLive question #1 – I'm getting very incremental results with MAPS 15. What am I doing wrong? (56:43) #ListenerLive question #2 – What adverse effects does TRT have? (1:11:35) #ListenerLive question #3 – My downfall has been staying consistent with my diet & workouts. Any advice or a plan to break this relationship? (1:25:45) #ListenerLive question #4 – I’ve been frustrated and feeling lost in the last 5-6 months, and I do not know where to go from here in terms of my lifting and how to progress with any lifts without causing injury. Please help! (1:45:13) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP20 for 20% off your first order of their best products. ** 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. ** June Special: Shredded Summer Bundle or Bikini Bundle 50% off! ** Code JUNE50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #1735: Worst Fitness Myths That Keep People Out of Gyms The 3 Best Ways to Grow Massive Shoulders! | MP Justin’s Road to 315 Push Press Mind Pump #2612: How One Man Lost Over 300 Pounds Without Any Cardio 13 Surprising Capybara Facts Effects of thermal environment on sleep and circadian rhythm Eight Sleep Pod Leads to Improved Sleep Quality Mind Pump Personal Training – Apply today! Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout: 15% off your first order! ** Mind Pump #2380: Six Huge TRT Mistakes Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Ask Mind Pump Mind Pump #2220: How to Stay Consistent With Your Workouts Mind Pump #2320: Throw Away the Scale! Mind Pump #2210: Best Workouts For Bulking & Cutting Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mind Pump | Ann Svogun (@mindpumpann) Instagram Dr. William Seeds (@williamseedsmd) Instagram Jamie Selzler (@jselzler) Instagram Marcelo (@mindpumpmarcelo) Instagram Kyle P (@mindpumpkyle) Instagram Thomas Conrad (@realrecoverytalktom) Instagram

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Fitness Secrets from Military Veteran & Celebrity Trainer Aaron Williamson The catalyst for joining the Marine Corps. (1:51) His traumatic childhood. (4:44) As a team, you are only as strong as your weakest link. (7:43) His most humble duty. (11:00) His time working at the Pentagon. (16:13) There is no safe space from a rocket. (19:17) Fighting for his life mentally. (21:38) His Hollywood destiny. (23:57) The COVID impact on his life. (31:14) His stellate ganglion block experience. (34:40) The importance and value of getting your bloodwork done. (40:52) Being a walking billboard for how healthy you can be and evolve, no matter what your age is. (48:06) His business backfired with Andy Elliott. (49:08) His social impact. (1:00:06) The future of fitness, Katalyst. (1:03:53) Favorite Hollywood/celebrity memory. (1:08:55) Related Links/Products Mentioned 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. ** FINAL DAY: Special MAPS Longevity Launch ** Code 50LONG for $50 off for launch price $97 ($147 retail). Bonuses: Forum access for a year $97, Post Launch Kick off Zoom call $97, Expires on 6/22 (30-Day money back guarantee). ** June Special: Shredded Summer Bundle or Bikini Bundle 50% off! ** Code JUNE50 at checkout ** Stellate Ganglion Block: What It Is, Uses, Side Effects & Risks Visit Transcend for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** Telehealth Provider • Physician Directed GET YOUR PERSONALIZED TREATMENT PLAN!  Hormone Replacement Therapy, Cognitive Function, Sleep & Fatigue, Athletic Performance and MORE! ** Mind Pump Personal Training – Apply today! KATALYST - Strength Beyond Limits with EMS Technology Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned 𝐀𝐀𝐑𝐎𝐍 𝐖𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐈𝐀𝐌𝐒𝐎𝐍 (@aaronvwilliamson) Instagram Website Doc Shauna Springer (@docshaunaspringer) Instagram Adeel Khan, MD (@dr.akhan) Instagram Andy Elliott (@officialandyelliott) Instagram Ballerbusters (@ballerbusters) Instagram

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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 3 food additives that are killing your health. (2:13) Plugged vs unplugged. (26:10) Sal’s talk at the Peptide World Congress. (36:07) The effects of Acetaldehyde on the gut. (38:40) How family members can hinder one’s recovery. (41:38) Two words to define each decade of life. (47:13) Mind Pump is looking for trainers. Apply today! (1:00:21) #ListenerLive question #1 – Is there anyone here with experience, either having been injured or having helped people recover from this type of ongoing trauma? (1:01:36) #ListenerLive question #2 – What program would you guys recommend for teenagers? (1:12:23) #ListenerLive question #3 – Am I correct to allow my core to be such a limiting factor when doing squats, or is my fear the real culprit? (1:27:38) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com 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 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. ** Special MAPS Longevity Launch: ** Code 50LONG for $50 off, now $97 (regularly $147). Bonuses: Forum access for a year ($97), Post-Launch Kickoff Zoom call ($97). Expires on 6/22 (30-day money-back guarantee). **June Special: Shredded Summer Bundle or Bikini Bundle 50% off! ** Code JUNE50 at checkout ** Scientist’s Study Led FDA to Ban Red No. 3 Food Dye. Yet He Says It Is Safe Distinct Gut Microbiota Signatures in Mice Treated with Commonly Used Food Preservatives Processed meat and colorectal cancer: a review of epidemiologic and experimental evidence Ultra-Processed Food Consumption and Mental Health: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies Mind Pump Personal Training – Apply today! 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 MAPS Prime Pro Webinar The Dunphy Squat | At Home Squat Variation – YouTube Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Michael Israetel (@drmikeisraetel) Instagram Thomas Conrad (@realrecoverytalktom) Instagram Ben Bueno (@realrecoverytalkben) Instagram

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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: 5 weird signs your heart is unhealthy. (1:33) Probiotics for fat loss. (24:02) Fun Facts with Justin: The platypus. (25:51) Kids say the darndest things. (29:05) A pop. (34:45) Pirate hunting cruises. (42:37) Stuff that irritates the guys in the fitness space. (45:08) Mind Pump is looking for trainers. Apply today! (52:05) #Quah question #1 – I'm a 35-year-old father with 2 young children. How do I know when to push strength or focus on controlling the weight? I want to build muscle, stay strong, and get stronger, but I do not want to injure myself either, so I can't lift? (53:59) #Quah question #2 – When doing sumo deadlifts, deadlifts, RDLs am I progressing too quickly with the weight, because my legs can take it, but my SI Joint gets achy. Or is there something else at play? (59:00) #Quah question #3 – Is there such a thing as squatting too deep? I’ve heard of “Butt Wink” but I’m not sure if that is actually something to worry about. (1:01:07) #Quah question #4 – What’s the number #1 piece of advice you would give to a personal training studio wanting to grow and look for good trainers? (1:04:05) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP 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** Special MAPS Longevity Launch: ** Code 50LONG for $50 off, now $97 (regularly $147). Bonuses: Forum access for a year ($97), Post-Launch Kickoff Zoom call ($97). Expires on 6/22 (30-day money-back guarantee). ** June Special: Shredded Summer Bundle or Bikini Bundle 50% off! ** Code JUNE50 at checkout ** Silent Heart Attack: Signs, Symptoms & Recovery Beetroot juice increase nitric oxide metabolites in both men and women regardless of body mass The combined effects of probiotics and restricted calorie diet on the anthropometric indices, eating behavior, and hormone levels of obese women with food addiction : a randomized clinical trial Evaluating probiotic efcacy on weight loss in adults with overweight through a double-blind, placebo-controlled randomized trial The Weird Way Platypuses Feed Their Babies Timbaland Announces New AI Entertainment Company Paying Money to Murder: Russian Luxury Yachts Offer Pirate Hunting Cruises Internal Focus of Attention did Not Change Muscle Activation and the Rate of Perceived Exertion in Bench Press Exercise in Successive Training Sessions Mind Pump Personal Training – Apply today! Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off ** Mind Pump # 1535: Should You Squat Below Parallel? MAPS Prime Pro Webinar 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 Shawn Stevenson (@shawnmodel) Instagram   Andrew Huberman, Ph.D. (@hubermanlab) Instagram

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Why Biohacking Sucks for Longevity Defining Biohacking. (0:59) The Top 3 Categories that Biohackers Like to Focus On. (4:41) #1 - Wearable devices. (5:30) #2 - Nootropics. (13:32) #3 – NAD. (17:23) What to do instead: Eat only whole foods. (19:27) Get good sleep. (26:39) Walk daily. (33:08) Lift weights. (39:04) Find a way to serve, give or teach. (43:43) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special MAPS Longevity Launch: ** Code 50LONG for $50 off, now $97 (regularly $147). Bonuses: Forum access for a year ($97), Post-Launch Kickoff Zoom call ($97). Expires on 6/22 (30-day money-back guarantee). ** Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code to receive 20% off your first order. ** June Special: Shredded Summer Bundle or Bikini Bundle 50% off! ** Code JUNE50 at checkout ** Calorie labels on menus don't change eating habits, study shows Loneliness has same risk as smoking for heart disease Mind Pump # 2497: The Amazing & Weird Side Effects of Creatine Mind Pump # 2437: What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Ultra-Processed Foods for 30 Days Mind Pump # 2402: The 5 Reasons Why Walking is King for Fat Loss (Burn More Fat than Running & How to Do it Correctly) Walking 8,000 steps just 1-2 days a week linked to significant health benefits Study Shows That Just One Training Session a Week Can Prevent Loss of Muscle Mass and Strength Mind Pump # 2612: How One Man Lost Over 300 Pounds Without Any Cardio Are religious people happier, healthier? | Pew Research Center Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Paul Chek (@paul.chek) Instagram Ben Greenfield (@bengreenfieldfitness) Instagram Jamie Selzler (@jselzler) Instagram Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram

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