2698: Why Everyone Should Try Bulking (Even You!)

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 creatine. (2:08) Proud Dad moments. (15:48) Poison oak sucks. (18:23) Don't read the comments. (20:26) Government failures and conspiracies. (26:05) Fun Facts with Justin: Interactive 3D grid. (33:55) Mind Pump Store's FIRE sale. (36:02) What hobbies do women find most attractive that men do? (39:29) Organifi's MASSIVE Black Friday sale! (47:01) Poor policy. (47:42) Pop metal. (51:31) Shout out to the Modern Wisdom podcast with Matthew McConaughey. (52:50) #Quah question #1 – Why was "muscle confusion" a popular thing once, and why do I still hear it sometimes? (57:08) #Quah question #2 – Is it okay to give kids protein powder? (1:01:21) #Quah question #3 – I hired a trainer and they have not shown up to the times due to sleeping in, etc. I'm frustrated. How do I just quit? I feel like I'm quitting on myself. Any advice? (1:04:24) #Quah question #4 – Since we are in the midst of the cold and flu season how should we adjust training, nutrition, and lifestyle habits when sick, or key things to think about to help reduce the risk of getting sick? (1:07:05) 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 Black Friday deals: BOGO 50% Off Sitewide + FREE GIFTS on Orders Over $99. Free $10 Legion Gift Card on Orders Over $99. Free $20 Legion Gift Card on Orders Over $149. Free Supplement on Orders Over $199. ** Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP for an additional 20% off. From 11/25 -11/28 Early bird Black Friday Deals: Spend $100, get 20% off and free shipping; Spend $150, get 20% off, free shipping & 15 free green juice travel packs. ** Mind Pump Store – Black Friday Sale TRIPLE POINTS for the Black Friday Sale - Ends Dec. 1st! ** 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 Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase - 30 entries, Program purchase - 15 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) - 3 entries. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. ** Creatine: A Treatment for Memory and Mental Health? Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump's Sal Di Stefano: Revolutionizing Fitness and Wellness! – The F Y'all Podcast with C.T. Fletcher Pentagon fails 7th audit in a row, eyes passing grade by 2028 The 15 Most 'Attractive' Hobbies For Men, According To Women The world's first 'fart tax' to be introduced in Denmark The Hidden Art Of Reinventing Yourself - Matthew McConaughey (4K) Visit Butcher Box for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** New users can select their choice of a 10-14 lb turkey, 8 lb spiral ham, or 5 lb boneless turkey breast, from Butcher Box for FREE in your first box PLUS get $20 off. ** Mind Pump #1172: Four Ways to Change Your Workout for Maximum Results Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned C.T. Fletcher (c.t.ali.fletcher) Instagram Chris Williamson (@chriswillx) Instagram

29 Marras 20241h 11min

Our 10 Favorite MAPS Programs The origin story of MAPS. (1:29) Our 10 Favorite MAPS Programs #1 - Fat loss (Anabolic). (3:41) #2 - Strength (Powerlift). (5:44) #3 - Conditioning (Performance). (9:13) #4 - Bodybuilding (Aesthetic). (11:54) #5 - Unconventional mass (Strong). (15:16) #6 - Fun (Old time). (17:33) #7 - Women (Muscle Mommy). (21:26) #8 - Beginners (Starter). (23:10) #9 - Moms and dads (15, 40+). (26:17) #10 - Travel (Suspension). (29:09) Questions: If I'm a personal trainer, what programs should I own? (31:32) What do you think of HIIT? (32:38) 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 TRIPLE ENTRIES for Black Friday Sale! ** 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 Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase - 30 entries, Program purchase - 15 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) - 3 entries. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. ** Mind Pump #1152: Why You Should Powerlift Mind Pump #2397: How Do I Train Like My Favorite Athlete? Mind Pump #2247: Can You Look Like a Bodybuilder Without Taking Steroids? Mind Pump #1062: Get Strong… Look Better Naked Mind Pump #2340: The Ultimate Muscle Mommy Workout Program Mind Pump #2230: How to Optimize Your Training, Diet & Lifestyle After Age 40 Mind Pump #1925: How to Build a Great Physique in 15 Minutes a Day Mind Pump #1697: HIIT Training Doesn't Work (Unless You Follow These Steps) Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Ben Pollack (@phdeadlift) Instagram Robert Oberst (@robertoberst) Instagram Amelia Boone (@arboone11) Instagram Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram ATHLEAN-X™ | Jeff Cavaliere MSPT, CSCS (@athleanx) Instagram

28 Marras 202435min

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: What happens when you do 100 push-ups every day for 30 days? (2:22) How effective the hype machine is. (14:28) Adam updates the audience on his rehab protocol from his recent injuries. (19:51) What makes Ned's magnesium stand above the rest? (23:17) Sal needs an intervention. (26:44) We are in for some weird times. (34:26) Water buffaloes can swim how fast?! (35:38) Updates on the roaming mountain lion. (37:55) Kids say the darndest things. (42:28) When you know you're at a HIGH status. (45:29) Puppet yelling. (47:30) An example of why people do not trust the media. (49:14) Shout out to Choki Valle. (51:33) #ListenerLive question #1 – Should I ditch my trainer? I've hit some amazing PRs, but my body feels like s***. (52:41) #ListenerLive question #2 – Thoughts on why I am getting lightheaded lifting early in the morning? (1:07:37) #ListenerLive question #3 – Can I be a Muscle Mommy? (1:15:10) #ListenerLive question #4 – How do I get my shoulders and back to fill out? (1:28:46) 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 ** Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code to receive 20% off your first order. ** NEXT 2 DAYS DOUBLE ENTRIES Black Friday Sale until Nov. 26th! ** 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 Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase - 20 entries, Program purchase - 10 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) - 2 entries. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. ** Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Leaked 'jellyfish' UFO video leaves the internet enthralled and baffled How to make your own shadow puppet theatre NYT dragged for hilariously botched 'fact check' of RFK Jr.'s war on artificial ingredients Visit Plunge for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP at checkout for $150 off your order. All November long, you can get 15% off every Plunge on the site. ** Finding the Best Personal Trainer for YOU Mind Pump #2105: How to Become a Muscle Mommy Mind Pump TV - ELDOA - YouTube Train the Trainer Webinar Series Mind Pump #1565: Why Women Should Bulk Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Kyle P (@mindpumpkyle) Instagram Choki Valle (@c.vallle) Instagram Layne Norton, Ph.D. (@biolayne) Instagram

27 Marras 20241h 35min

Calling Out the Fakes in Fitness with Goob Where the nickname 'Goob' came from. (1:55) How he got into strength training. (3:40) 35 Eggs a Day: A Basic Guide to Fitness. (6:42) When he fell in love with fitness. (9:57) How he fell into personal training. (11:20) What triggered him to go after fitness frauds? The driving force behind it? (15:33) The art of digging into a story. (19:21) Does he give people a second chance? Worry about retaliation? (23:02) How does he balance his page yet make money? (28:53) Safety measures around getting banned on social media. (29:35) Doing this for a purpose. (30:26) His strategy behind what stories he decides to dig into. (33:04) His charitable drive. (34:20) Does he have an endgame? (37:55) Coping and dealing with a traumatic childhood. (38:25) Dealing with the hand you've been dealt. (44:03) Coming from privilege is a disadvantage. (46:11) What does he want his big contribution to be? (54:46) His journey of meeting other fitness professionals. (55:53) His unique relationship with Andy Frisella and 1st Phorm. (58:22) BIG watch guy. (1:07:22) Why he chooses to stay away from addictive tendencies. (1:09:50) Goob x Mind Pump toy drive collab. (1:13:30) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Early Black Friday Deals: All Racks and our Profile® Folding Benches are on Sale! The sale runs from 11/1 through Cyber Monday 12/02. No code is necessary. The products will be marked on sale. ** NEXT 2 DAYS DOUBLE ENTRIES Black Friday Sale until Nov. 26th! ** 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 Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase - 20 entries, Program purchase - 10 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) - 3 entries. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. ** 35 Eggs A Day : A Basic Guide To Fitness Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned John Dorsey (@goob_u2) Instagram Layne Norton, Ph.D. (@biolayne) Instagram Jon Call (@jujimufu) Instagram Andy Frisella (@andyfrisella) Instagram

25 Marras 20241h 16min

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: You will not burn fat or build muscle unless you do this one thing first. (1:45) The importance and value of trainers. (17:12) Strategies for trainers to retain clients during the holiday season. (21:35) More disturbing data on the loneliness epidemic. (25:06) When your kids ask you questions about having a girlfriend. (32:44) The best surgeons play video games. (38:20) Expanding your mind with Brain.fm. (42:39) Don't mess with people's kids! (45:41) Don't trust everything you read. (47:52) Checking people with power and hope for America. (49:18) Shout out to Mind Pump Kyle! (56:45) #ListenerLive question #1 – Should I use the same philosophy training with bands, as I would with free weights? (57:42) #ListenerLive question #2 – When I finish Split should I run another high-volume program since I've responded so well to it? Or should I change things up and give my body a break and do a MAPS 15 advance, or just challenge myself differently with Anabolic Advanced? (1:09:01) #ListenerLive question #3 – I am wondering how much my steps should play a factor in my workout? (1:19:42) #ListenerLive question #4 – Knowing that I am coming from this place of having a slow metabolism from overdoing cardio, do I stay the course with my own strength training programming or is there something else I can do to speed up my metabolism? (1:32:51) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Kreatures of Habit: Meal One for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Black Friday Deals: 30% off site wide for first orders, including subscription orders. Sale is live from November 22nd - November 27th. ** Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** EARLY ACCESS to Black Friday Sale is open NOW! ALL MAPS Fitness Products 60% OFF. Coupon code BLACKFRIDAY. The code will expire Sunday December 1st. ** Each purchase enters you to win one of two 5 day stays at the Mind Pump Park City Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase - 10 entries, Program purchase - 5 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) - 1 entry. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. Mind Pump #2060: Maximize Fat Loss With Continuous Glucose Monitors: Kara Collier Train the Trainer Webinar Series What is Causing Our Epidemic of Loneliness and How Can We Fix It? The impact of video games on training surgeons in the 21st century Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Bone Broth Protein – BOGO – Buy one get one free! The discount is now automatically applied at checkout 15% off your first order! ** Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump #2080: Get Jacked With Bands! Visit Butcher Box for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** New users can select their choice between a whole turkey, turkey breast, or ham in their first box + $20 off ** Mind Pump #2457: Four Mistakes That Destroy Your Metabolism Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Adeel Khan, MD (@dr.akhan) Instagram Kyle P (@mindpumpkyle) Instagram

23 Marras 20241h 53min

Mind Pump Fit Tip: Being sedentary is deadly. (2:33) Why we lose function as we age. (15:03) What Adam is doing to address his most recent injuries. (18:44) Creatine as a sleep supplement. (25:28) Adam's new protein shake hack. (30:35) The grossest meal the guys have made. (34:14) The gummy trend is real! (38:14) Patience wins. (42:20) Shout out to Premiere Spine & Sport. (54:08) #Quah question #1 – How do you know if you're doing enough cardio to kill muscle gains? (55:57) #Quah question #2 – I've always wondered why if to maintain muscle you need to do a lot less, like 1/7-1/9 of the volume, but then why do bodybuilding competitors always do so much volume in prep to maintain their muscle? (59:01) #Quah question #3 – How can you stay consistent in a calorie deficit when you struggle with binging at night? (1:02:55) #Quah question #4 – How do I jumpstart my appetite? It seems like I'm never hungry and most days I go without eating much. How do I fix that? (1:06:43) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Joovv for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Save up to $1,000 on a new Joovv system. Plus, 0% financing is available with payments starting as little as $34 a month! ** Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Free harmony & ceramic container w/ any 2 pouches. ** Visit Transcend for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Up to 35% off Select Peptide Bundles now through Nov. 30th! ** 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 Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase - 10 entries, Program purchase - 5 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) - 1 entry. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. ** Sitting is the new smoking: 'Truly a silent killer' Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Common questions and misconceptions about creatine supplementation: what does the scientific evidence really show? Visit JOYMODE for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order** How Much Training is Necessary to Maintain Strength and Muscle? How Phasing Your Workouts Leads to Consistent Plateau Free Workouts – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram Dr. William Seeds (@williamseedsmd) Instagram Kyle P (@mindpumpkyle) Instagram Premiere Spine & Sport (@premiere_spine_sport) Instagram

22 Marras 20241h 10min

Four Fat Loss Supplements That ACTUALLY Work The top-selling category of supplements is fat-burning supplements. (1:10) Explaining the fat loss process. (3:30) Supplements for fat burning are broken down into three categories. (7:44) The two most effective ways fat burners work. (12:21) Four Fat Loss Supplements That ACTUALLY Work: #1 - Protein powder (build more muscle to speed up metabolism). (15:09) #2 - Caffeine (to help with increased movement). (17:52) #3 - Ashwagandha (to help the adaptation process). (20:12) #4 - Creatine (muscle building to speed up metabolism). (22:33) Questions: Can supplements really make a big difference in fat loss? (25:01) Can a multivitamin help with fat loss? (26:57) How low should I bring my calories for fat loss? (28:54) Is it true that my sleep plays a role in fat loss? (31:58) 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** 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 Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase - 10 entries, Program purchase - 5 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) - 1 entry. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. ** Mind Pump #2457: Four Mistakes That Destroy Your Metabolism Mind Pump #1387: Turning Your Body Into a Fat-Burning Machine Mind Pump #1830: Five Steps to Determine Your ideal Caloric Intake Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump #1345: 6 Ways to Optimize Sleep for Faster Muscle Gain and Fat Loss Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

21 Marras 202435min

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: if you want to get lean DON'T eat out. (2:23) Turkeyflation! (12:28) How Mind Pump does Thanksgiving. (16:00) Not a shout-out. (20:19) Adam updates the audience on his workout challenges and most recent body fat test. (22:54) When your training behaviors manifest in your children's actions. (40:48) Don't mess around with wild animals. (45:21) Low-calorie AMAZING hot chocolate. (49:14) Justin's staple Christmas cocktail. (51:20) Shout out to Jade's Café! (52:33) #ListenerLive question #1 – What is your experience with TRT and are there any good alternatives to TRT that might have fewer side effects? (54:32) #ListenerLive question #2 – Do I need to be concerned about the number if my body composition is healthy and I have no negative side effects? (1:08:44) #ListenerLive question #3 – What can I be doing to help increase the power, speed, and height of my kicks? (1:30:01) #ListenerLive question #4 – Any advice on getting leads at my new personal training business? (1:41:41) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Butcher Box for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** New users can select their choice between a whole turkey, turkey breast, or ham in their first box + $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 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 Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase – 10 entries, Program purchase – 5 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) – 1 entry. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. ** Calorie labels are often wildly inaccurate. Here's how to prevent extra calories from derailing your diet. Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP10 at checkout** Mind Pump #2320: Throw Away the Scale! Mind Pump Fitness Coaching Mind Pump #2465: How to Become a 6-Figure Trainer Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Benjamin Kendrick (@kendrick_bbq) Instagram Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram Jade's Cafe (@jadescafe) Instagram Alex Hormozi (@hormozi) Instagram

20 Marras 20241h 59min