2768: The Surprising Benefits of Gaining Body Fat
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: The Surprising Benefits of Gaining Body Fat. (2:27) How Adam is supplementing EAA's to get the benefits of a high-protein diet. (18:17) Trainer wisdom. (24:13) Rocky Marciano's RELENTLESS training routine. (35:53) Silly things we did without tech. (41:32) Is creativity lost with the youth? (45:27) A scary lie women are fed. (49:14) High-protein snacks that taste GREAT! (56:43) #Quah question #1 – Do you guys have any thoughts on "butt-wink" when squatting? I've heard there's not a real concern. (59:40) #Quah question #2 – Should rest periods strictly be measured by time, or can heart rate be a gauge as well? (1:05:00) #Quah question #3 – Will taking creatine with or close to the consumption of caffeine make it ineffective? (1:07:15) #Quah question #4 – The front of my hips are perpetually sore lately. I foam roll and stretch (not as much as I should). Any other tips to help? (1:10:20) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get 20% off Kion at getkion.com/mindpump Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout 15% off your first order! ** January Promotion: Code NEWYEAR50 at checkout for 50% off the following programs: MAPS Starter, Transform, Anabolic, and Performance! Mind Pump Store Mind Pump #2664: Why Gaining Body Fat May be the Key to Getting the Results You Want & More (Listener Live Coaching) Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump #2432: The Truth About Essential Amino Acids with Angelo Keely The STORY They're Telling You Is A Lie | Dr Jordan Peterson & Mind Pump 2217 Rocky Marciano's Training Routine (24-Hour Breakdown) Rise of the SHEconomy | Morgan Stanley Gen Z's Radical Role Reversal: Women Want Careers, Men Want Children Visit Fatty15 for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit with code MINDPUMP ** Mind Pump #2497: The Amazing & Weird Side Effects of Creatine MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Jordan Peterson (@jordan.b.peterson) Instagram
9 Jan 1h 14min
2766: Become a Bodybuilder AND Run a Marathon! Here is How.
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Become a Bodybuilder AND Run a Marathon! Here is How. (3:05) Red-light therapy for muscle gains! (26:48) Bathroom habits. (31:28) Daycare fraud. (34:12) ADHD drugs don't work the way we thought. (37:22) Video games and technology, the ultimate babysitter. (40:28) A not-so-known supplement for heart health. (45:23) Full-body MRI scan results. (46:25) #ListenerCoaching call #1 – Looking for training and diet advice going into the New Year. (54:42) #ListenerCoaching call #2 – What does long term "maintenance" look like? (1:03:46) #ListenerCoaching call #3 – Wanting to find a balance between gaining strength, building my endurance, and losing stubborn belly fat. (1:19:32) #ListenerCoaching call #4 – Needing some guidance and help on breaking an exercise addiction and overeating fear. (1:39:09) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get Coached by Mind Pump, live! Visit https://www.mplivecaller.com Visit Butcher Box for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** New users receive their choice of NY Strip, Ribeye, or Filet Mignon in every box for a year. ** Visit Joovv for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP to get $50 off your first purchase. 0% financing available! ** January Promotion: Code NEWYEAR50 at checkout for 50% off the following programs: MAPS Starter, Transform, Anabolic, and Performance! Mind Pump Store Mind Pump #2585: How to Become the Ultimate Hybrid Athlete Effects of Light-Emitting Diode Therapy on Muscle Hypertrophy, Gene Expression, Performance, Damage, and Delayed-Onset Muscle Soreness Case-control Study with a Pair of Identical Twins What the MN Star Tribune found at day cares in viral video ADHD drugs don't work the way we thought | ScienceDaily Irresistible: The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of Keeping Us Hooked – Book by Adam Alter TikTok, Instagram Reels, And Shorts May Be Rewiring Your Brain, Study Warns New Study Reveals: High-Dose Supplement Shrinks Arterial Plaque by 36% Nattokinase benefits, dosage, and side effects - Examine Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code 20MINDPUMP for 20% off your first month of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic. ** Mind Pump #2763: Eat as Much as You Want, but Don't Get Fat (JUST follow these 2 rules) Mind Pump #1435: How to Kick Your Sugar Addiction in 5 Simple Steps Mind Pump #2652: How Undereating is Making You Fat & Unhealthy 7-Day Overtraining Rescue Guide | Free by Mind Pump Media Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources
7 Jan 1h 53min
2765: How to Start with Strength Training as a Beginner
Prediction on flow of gym traffic for 2026. (1:32) The Ozempic weight-loss strategy. (4:51) Biggest bang for your buck style of training. (8:17) The #1 reason most people fail on their New Year's resolutions. (9:59) How much strength training is required? (11:14) Priming vs. warm-up. (14:45) The value of the stability ball for beginners. (18:23) How do I measure progress? (21:46) The importance of daily movement. (24:24) What fat loss looks like with strength training. (28:21) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: MAPS Starter 50% off! **Code NEWYEAR50 at checkout. ** Get a free Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase! As always, LMNT offers no-questions-asked refunds on all orders. The 8-count LMNT Sample Pack doubles down on our most popular flavors: Citrus Salt, Raspberry Salt, Watermelon Salt, and Orange Salt (2 stick packs of each flavor): Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump Mind Pump Store Mind Pump #2187: Why Building Muscle Is More Important Than Losing Fat With Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Mind Pump #2761: 5 Ways to Predict Mortality (NO BLOOD TEST REQUIRED) Mind Pump #1835: Why Resistance Training Is the Best Form of Exercise for Fat Loss and Overall Health Maintaining Physical Performance: The Minimal Dose of Exercise Needed to Preserve Endurance and Strength Over Time Mind Pump #2757: When Life Gets Busy, Your Fitness Should Shrink…Not Disappear! Mind Pump #1530: Why Warm-Ups Are a Waste of Time The Wall Test | Mind Pump TV 90/90 to Pigeon Pose Hip Stretch Progression – YouTube Mind Pump #1287: Why the Stability Ball Belongs in Your Workout Routine Mind Pump #2402: The 5 Reasons Why Walking is King for Fat Loss (Burn More Fat than Running & How to Do it Correctly) Mind Pump # 2545: Transform Your Body in 90 Days Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Gabrielle Lyon (@drgabriellelyon) Instagram
5 Jan 34min
2764: 5 Simple Ways to Accelerate Fat Loss FAST!
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 Simple Ways to Accelerate Fat Loss FAST! (2:16) AI is a TERRIBLE coach or trainer and the value of human connection. (25:26) Shout out to Caldera! (46:30) Shout out to Gabrielle Lyon and the Forever Strong Experience. (48:47) How long should the average person spend in the gym? (51:48) Success is NOT just about making money. (57:50) Higher doses of creatine can erase the measurable effects of sleep deprivation. (1:03:44) #ListenerCoaching call #1 – Why is my HRV low despite tracking macros, adjusting training, and managing stress while aiming to lose weight and body fat? (1:06:44) #ListenerCoaching call #2 – How to determine what weight to lift when not using percentages based on your 1-rep max. (1:18:20) #ListenerCoaching call #3 – How can I balance giving God the glory for training others while also having the desire to be financially successful with it? (1:26:14) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get Coached by Mind Pump, live! Visit https://www.mplivecaller.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 Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP Buy one, get one 50% off for new customers, and 20% cash back for returning customers! ** MAPS 15 Symmetry 50% off! ** Code DECEMBER50 at checkout. ** Mind Pump Store How to Undulate Your Calories for Faster Weight Loss & an Improved Metabolism Carb Cycling: A Good Way To Lose Fat? – Mind Pump Blog The Benefits Of Carb Cycling – Mind Pump Show Attend the Forever Strong Experience, a free virtual event created and hosted by Dr. Gabrielle Lyon on January 10! Sign up here: https://drgabriellelyon.com/forever-strong-exeperience/ Mind Pump #2757: When Life Gets Busy, Your Fitness Should Shrink…Not Disappear! Watch Elway | Netflix Official Site Visit Hiya for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Receive 50% off your first order ** Mind Pump #2250: How Eating More Can Make You Leaner (& How Eating Less Can Make You Fatter) How to Choose the Correct Weight for a Lift - YouTube Sal Di Stefano's Journey in Faith & Fitness – Mind Pump TV Trainer Bonus Series Episode 1: The Successful Trainer Mindset Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned IFBB PRO Johnny Sebastian (@_johnnysebastian) Instagram Jonathan Pageau (@jonathan.pageau) Instagram Dr. Gabrielle Lyon (@drgabriellelyon) Instagram Jay Campbell (@jaycampbell333) Instagram Ben Pollack, Ph.D. (@phdeadlift) Instagram
3 Jan 1h 46min
2763: Eat as Much as You Want, but Don't Get Fat (JUST follow these 2 rules)
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: Eat as Much as You Want, but Don't Get Fat (JUST follow these 2 rules). (2:28) The disturbing "Doll mom" trend. (25:03) Has masculinity always been more fragile than femininity? (31:10) The practice of writing down failures and revisiting later what you learned from them. (32:25) Fun Facts with Justin: Toad mutation. (39:06) Mystery Our Place unboxing. (40:55) The value of getting a full-body scan. (45:20) The impact of higher doses of creatine. (51:51) Glycerol for better pumps. (54:26) #Quah question #1 – I want to build muscle but also start BJJ this year as a 41-year-old. Is it possible? If so, how should I program? (57:24) #Quah question #2 – What are some recommended movements and/or routines for joint instability? (1:00:22) #Quah question #3 – At what age did you realize you no longer needed to hit PRs? (1:02:27) #Quah question #4 – What are some helpful tips to stay focused and motivated? (1:08:02) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Our Place for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP at checkout to receive 10% off sitewide. 100-day trial with free shipping and returns. ** Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** MAPS 15 Symmetry 50% off! ** Code DECEMBER50 at checkout. ** Mind Pump Store Mind Pump #2450: The Smartest Way to Use Protein to Burn Fat & Build Muscle Mind Pump #2437: What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Ultra-Processed Foods for 30 Days Doll mom earns $200K a year playing with fake babies The Happiness Professor: THIS Will ACTUALLY Make You Happier Visit Troscriptions for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP for 10% off your first order. ** Z Press to take Your Shoulder Development to the Next Level – Mind Pump TV Justin's Road to 315 Push Press Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Paul Chek (@paul.chek) Instagram Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram
2 Jan 1h 12min
2762: Roxanne Saffaie Gets Us Emotional Reminiscing The Past 10 Years
Endlessly beginning and living to express yourself at the highest level. (2:31) "Those who live truly, shall see truly." Her introduction and special connection to Mind Pump. (5:40) Creating the trend, not following the trend. (12:47) Factors that keep the vitality of a relationship intact. (18:36) The difference between teammates and friends. (32:14) The conflicting feelings growing in the public eye. (36:46) Stay authentic. (46:04) The lives lived during Mind Pump's tenure. (49:44) Pivoting the business, stretching your capacity, and the value of a GOOD personal trainer. (59:04) "Would you have it any other way." (1:04:50) The myth of having certainty. (1:07:36) Making peace with the worst outcome. (1:09:49) Breaking through limiting beliefs. (1:11:53) Being the example. (1:18:04) How to develop good masculinity. (1:20:22) Highlighting not so seen honorable traits. (1:24:18) Where do you hope to be 10 years from now? (1:47:47) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code 20MINDPUMP for 20% off your first month of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic. ** MAPS 15 Symmetry 50% off! ** Code DECEMBER50 at checkout. ** Mind Pump Store Mind Pump # 474: Arya Saffaie Lifetime Natural Men's Physique 2X Olympia Athlete Mind Pump # 2505: The Story of Mind Pump (10 Year Anniversary Special) The Start of Mind Pump | Mini Documentary Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Roxanne Saffaie (@roxylook) Instagram Website Podcast Arya Saffaie IFBB Pro (@arya_saffaie) Instagram Dr. Gabrielle Lyon (@drgabriellelyon) Instagram Simon Sinek (@simonsinek) Instagram
1 Jan 1h 52min
2761: 5 Ways to Predict Mortality (NO BLOOD TEST REQUIRED)
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 Ways to Predict Mortality (NO BLOOD TEST REQUIRED). (2:27) Good and bad news for young men. (22:20) Reducing your calories without eating less by going grass-fed. (35:26) Runit is invading America. (40:16) Speaking identity into your children. (45:12) Sal has an athlete on his hands. (49:58) LMNT has single-handedly created this new electrolyte market. (52:49) #ListenerCoaching call #1 – I train hard and feel great, but I don't feel like it's translating to everyday life. What am I missing? (55:29) #ListenerCoaching call #2 – Needing some advice on my current aggressive fat loss and body recomposition journey. (1:07:55) #ListenerCoaching call #3 – What's your typical recommended rest between sets? (1:17:50) #ListenerCoaching call #4 – Needing guidance on my fitness path and seeking advice on training, macros, and whether you offer personal training. (1:25:08) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get Coached by Mind Pump, live! Visit https://www.mplivecaller.com Visit Butcher Box for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** New users receive their choice of NY Strip, Ribeye, or Filet Mignon in every box for a year. ** Get a free Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase! As always, LMNT offers no-questions-asked refunds on all orders. The 8-count LMNT Sample Pack doubles down on our most popular flavors: Citrus Salt, Raspberry Salt, Watermelon Salt, and Orange Salt (2 stick packs of each flavor): Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump MAPS 15 Symmetry 50% off! ** Code DECEMBER50 at checkout. ** Mind Pump Store Can a 10-second balance test predict longevity? - Harvard Health Sit-to-stand: The simple test that reveals how you're ageing A brief fitness test may predict how long you'll live Push-Ups and Heart Health: What Your Fitness Level Says About Your Risk HANDGRIP DYNAMOMETER Association of Grip Strength With Risk of All-Cause Mortality, Cardiovascular Diseases, and Cancer in Community-Dwelling Populations: A Meta-analysis of Prospective Cohort Studies 45 Percent of Guys 18-25 Have Never Asked a Girl Out in Person Australian collision sport Runit makes U.S. debut with stops in SoCal Rosenthal Effect: How Expectations Shape Reality Fig and Eagle Visit Luminose by Entera for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MPM at checkout for 10% off their order or 10% off their first month of a subscribe-and-save. ** Mind Pump #2411: How to Know You are Overtrained & Underfed, Why You May Not Feel Low Testosterone, How to Properly Cut & More (Listener Live Coaching) Mind Pump #2690: The NEW DIET Everyone Is Using For Fat Loss Mind Pump #1612: Everything You Need to Know About Sets, Reps & Rest Periods Mind Pump #2759: Progressive Overload, the Secret to Building Muscle and Burning Fat. Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Adam | Relationship Psychology (@attachmentadam) Instagram Scott Donnell (@imscottdonnell) Instagram Mind Pump Fitness Coaching (@mindpumppersonaltraining) Instagram
31 Des 20251h 36min
