2263: How Much Protein is Ideal, Ways to Tell Your Metabolism is Improving, When to Add a Deload Week & More

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 want to get leaner, BUMP your calories! (1:59) Team Peanut Butter or Jelly? (10:31) Using Joy Mode to boost energy not just in the bedroom. (15:55) Justin’s fashion muse. (20:34) A PSA for all parents attending their kid’s sporting events. (24:10) NASM has amazing offers on courses you may not expect. (33:26) We MUST face this obesity epidemic. (36:46) Weight Watchers and GLP-1. (38:41) Daddy’s little girl. (51:04) Sal shares his latest interest in Vagus nerve stimulation. (53:12) Shout out to the Mission City Monarchs. (55:20) #Quah question #1 - I’m on a reverse diet. I do not want to weigh myself because it messes with my mind. How do I know my metabolism is improving? (58:33) #Quah question #2 - Was listening to some old episodes and the protein recommended was .5-.7 grams per pound. When and why did that change to 1 gram per pound? (1:00:34) #Quah question #3 - Hearing people say they eat a lot of grams of protein and when I ask about portions, it seems low. Do you think a lot of people don’t realize that 100g chicken breast isn’t 100g protein? I’ve come to realize a lot of people have misconceptions. (1:02:56) #Quah question #4 - Is it a good idea to do a deloading week after each phase of a workout plan? (1:08:13) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Joy Mode for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order** Exclusively for Mind Pump Listeners, NASM is offering an extra $100 off select Certified Personal Trainer programs. ** Code MPM100 at checkout ** February Promotion: MAPS Performance | Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code FEB50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2250: How Eating More Can Make You Leaner (& How Eating Less Can Make You Fatter) Strength training is more effective than aerobic exercise for improving glycaemic control and body composition in people with normal-weight type 2 diabetes: a randomised controlled trial Peanut Butter or Jelly First – Mind Pump Media IG Panax Ginseng benefits, dosage, and side effects - Examine Wrestling coach gets lifetime ban in Idaho after punching Nyssa wrestler US obesity rates have tripled over the last 60 years WeightWatchers Launches New Behavior Change Program Designed to Support the Unique Needs of Individuals on GLP-1 Medications TRANSCEND your goals! Telehealth Provider • Physician Directed GET YOUR PERSONALIZED TREATMENT PLAN!  Hormone Replacement Therapy, Cognitive Function, Sleep & Fatigue, Athletic Performance and MORE. Their online process and medical experts make it simple to find out what’s right for you. Mind Pump #2060: Look Younger & Live Longer With Dr. Adeel Khan Potential Recruits - Mission City Monarchs, email: andrew@mindpumpmedia.com  Visit Sleep Breakthrough by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP10 at checkout** Mind Pump #1915: How To Re-Ignite Your Metabolism MAPS Macro Calculator Mind Pump #1220: The 4 Best Sources Of Protein Mind Pump Fitness Coaching Course Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned John Dorsey (@goob_u2) Instagram   Adeel Khan, MD (@dr.akhan) Instagram   Mission City Monarchs (@missioncitymonarchs) Instagram