1041: The Biggest Myths in Fitness, Beachbody Review, the Benefit of Squatting Below Parallel & MORE

In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the benefits of squatting below parallel, the biggest myths in fitness, at-home fitness programs such as Beachbody, and strategies for behavior change. How the guys are finally at their ‘nostalgia’ age for marketers. (3:17) How to balance your ‘Yin/yang’ using the elixirs from Four Sigmatic. (5:19) The importance of having integrity and teaching what you are an expert in: The guys respond to the Jillian Michaels ‘kettlebell’ training video. (12:27) CrossFit takes a stand and deletes their Facebook and Instagram platforms: The need for checks and balances in the market. (19:03) #Quah question #1 – What are the benefits of squatting below parallel and it is worth it for the average gym goer to practice that? (43:30) #Quah question #2 – What are the biggest myths in fitness? For example, the anabolic window. (1:00:04) #Quah question #3 – What are your thoughts on at-home fitness programs such as those developed and marketed by Beachbody? (1:16:11) #Quah question #4 – In episode 1034 you briefly talked about the importance of influencing people to change their behavior, in regards to health and fitness, instead of just focusing on facts. Can you share some strategies for behavior change? (1:23:52) People Mentioned Jillian Michaels (@jillianmichaels)  Instagram Mike Salemi (@mike.salemi)  Instagram Greg Glassman (@CrossFitCEO)  Twitter Eric Schmidt (@ericschmidt)  Twitter Jordan Harbinger (@jordanharbinger)  Instagram Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne)  Instagram Dr. Justin Brink (@premiere_spine_sport)  Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned May Promotion: MAPS HIIT ½ off!! **Code “HIIT50” at checkout** Visit Four Sigmatic for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Jillian Michaels Kettlebell Video CrossFit Deletes Facebook and Instagram After User Group Is Deplatformed – Reason.com The Jordan Harbinger Show Ep. 201: Eric Schmidt | How a Coach Can Bring out the Best in You Gulf of Tonkin Resolution - HISTORY Reichstag Fire - HISTORY MAPS Fitness Prime | Muscle Adaptation Programming System - Mind Pump Dunphy Squat- Improve Your Squat with this Secret Exercise - YouTube Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “mindpump” at checkout** Mind Pump Ep. 1034: Conventional Deadlifts vs. Trap Bar Deadlifts, How a Physical Job Affects Muscle Growth, the Impact of Pre-Workouts on Fat Loss & MORE Mind Pump Free Resources