1485: Ten Life Lessons from Lifting Weights

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 perfect 6-step pre-workout. (1:11) How long do you have to be off caffeine before you are new to it again? (18:34) Not discounting the quality of life. (22:12) #Skinnytok and bad trends. (30:51) Sold on the Christian revival? (45:10) Vuori’s wild growth. (51:49) Sign up today for the 3-part bonus trainer series! (54:24) #Quah question #1 – How many times in a year should I switch between cutting and bulking? Should the year be divided into quarters, or should I change more frequently? (55:46) #Quah question #2 – For those who despise social media, how would you recommend using it effectively to help grow a business? How do you find a good balance? (59:39) #Quah question #3 – How do you know if you're overtraining? I'm a 40-year-old woman who weight lifts 4/ days a week and does HIIT cardio 2 days a week. (1:05:25) #Quah question #4 – Would it be fine to run MAPS Aesthetic 2 times in a row? (1:08:12) 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 Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code to receive 20% off your first order. ** May Special: MAPS 15 Performance or RGB Bundle 50% off! ** Code MAY50 at checkout ** Justin’s Road to 315 Push Press MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Time to Recover From Daily Caffeine Intake What is 'SkinnyTok'? The weight loss trend preaches tough love but comes with risks Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing - Netflix Worship Music Took Over ‘American Idol’ Last Night. Here’s What Happened Chaos: Charles Manson, the CIA, and the Secret History of the Sixties Already No. 1 NIL earner in college sports, Arch Manning inks new clothing deal Train the Trainer Webinar Series: How To Sell Training Close The Deal 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** 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 #2312: Five Steps to Bounce Back From Overtraining Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

2 Maj 1h 11min

Ben Bruno How long has he been training? (1:11) His love/hate relationship with the social media space with fitness. (2:05) The keys to building life-long clients. (16:25) The art of meeting a client where they are. (27:42) The simple traits that set good trainers apart. (29:52) Star f*****. (43:01) Do right by people. (50:50) His mentors in the fitness space. (55:59) Being a generalist vs. having a niche. (1:02:19) As a trainer you can only have good days and great days. (1:06:44) Training actors vs. athletes. (1:12:06) What clients have made the biggest impact on him? (1:16:36) Life is not all you see on social media. (1:19:11) Frustrating “science dorks.” (1:21:24) Is the barbell hip thrust overrated? (1:30:17) Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. (1:34:23) Knowing your audience and how to speak. (1:44:30) 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** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP20 for 20% off your first order of their best products. ** Ben Bruno trainer post Mind Pump #2505: The Story of Mind Pump (10 Year Anniversary Special) How Good Do You Want to Be?: A Champion's Tips on How to Lead and Succeed at Work and in Life – Book by Nick Saban Developing the Leaders Around You: How to Help Others Reach Their Full Potential – Book by John C. Maxwell Mind Pump #2047: How to Become One of the Highest Paid Trainers in the Fitness Industry With Don Saladino Trainer the Trainer Webinar Series Mind Pump #2517: Hip Thrusts vs Squats… Which Builds a Rounder Butt? Mind Pump #2562: Seven-Time Mr. Olympia Winner Phil Heath Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Ben Bruno (@benbrunotraining) Instagram Website Chelsea Handler (@chelseahandler) Instagram DON SALADINO (@donsaladino) Instagram Eric Cressey (@ericcressey) Instagram Justin Timberlake (@justintimberlake) Instagram Mike Boyle (@mbsc_online) Instagram Gunnar Peterson (@gunnarfitness) Instagram Bret Contreras PhD (@bretcontreras1) Instagram Michael Israetel (@drmikeisraetel) Instagram Phil Heath (@philheath) Instagram

1 Maj 1h 51min

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 5 diets everyone should try at least once. (2:02) If you have non-stick cookware, throw it away! (25:21) The benefits of blood donation for men. (28:42) The neuroprotective benefits of the CBC cannabinoid. (34:14) The end-of-life rally. (39:34) Fun Facts with Justin: Drops in a bottle theory. (44:50) Parent hacks. (50:17) Mind Pump Recommends Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing on Netflix. (52:16) AI bass. (58:17) LMNT x sauna. (1:00:09) #ListenerLive question #1 – How do I need to adjust my training so that I can maintain a lower heart rate and not get so gassed when lifting in the 15-20 rep range specifically? (1:01:51) #ListenerLive question #2 – Is it worthwhile to supplement with peptides for a healthy lifestyle and performance, specifically CJC-1295 and Ipamorelin? Or is it not worth the money? (1:11:58) #ListenerLive question #3 – What should a high school wrestler do in the off-season? (1:23:21) 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! Also, try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2520: The Best Diet for 2025 Mind Pump #2240: Mikhaila Peterson Mind Pump #385: Dr. Terry Wahls on New Dietary Research One Small Crack on a Teflon Pan Can Release Thousands of Plastic Particles Mind Pump #1230: Surviving & Thriving in a Toxic World With Max Lugavere Giving blood linked to lower risk of pre-cancer gene What Is CBC and What Are the Benefits of This Cannabinoid? Why Dying People Often Experience a Burst of Lucidity Yoto Mini Player USA Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing - Netflix This guy connected his Big Mouth Billy Bass to AI and the results are amazing Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer!  ** New users who sign up will receive ground beef in every box for the LIFETIME of their subscription + $20 off their first box when they use code MINDPUMP at checkout. ** Visit Transcend for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** 25% Off All GHRPs (April 7 – April 30). Tesamorelin (Troches + Injections), Hexarelin (Capsules + Injections), IGF-1 LR3, and Sermorelin. Bundle Options: 2-Month Bundle & 4-Month Bundle. ** 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** Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mikhaila Peterson (@mikhailapeterson) Instagram Terry Wahls MD (@drterrywahls) Instagram Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere) Instagram

30 Apr 1h 45min

How to Become the Ultimate Hybrid Athlete What is a hybrid athlete, and why is it trending? (1:18) The biggest mistakes this avatar makes. (5:04) How to Become the Ultimate Hybrid Athlete: The Ultimate Balanced Weekly Routine (18:35) Day 1: Focus on strength. Day 2: Mobility. Day 3: Off. Day 4: Functionality. Day 5: Endurance. Day 6&7: Off. Questions: What does a hybrid athlete look like? (26:57) I want to attain a specific look and sculpt my body. Is this the best way to train? (28:39) How can I train like a hybrid athlete with minimal time? (30:38) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: MAPS Performance | Performance Advanced | 15 Performance all half-off!! ** Code HYBRID50 at checkout ** Online Personal Training Course | Mind Pump Fitness Coaching ** Approved provider by NASM/AFAA (1.9 CEUs). ** Stop Working Out And Start Practicing – Mind Pump Blog The World's Greatest Stretch MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Stan “Rhino” Efferding (@stanefferding) Instagram Robb Wolf (@dasrobbwolf) Instagram

28 Apr 33min

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: How to cold plunge the RIGHT way. (2:05) The power of food. (21:05) Doug’s experience at the World Shakuhachi Festival. (27:38) Wearing the appropriate outfit for where you are. (33:40) Easter with The Di Stefano’s. (40:10) Introducing Mind Pump’s newest partner, Jolie. (47:44) Probiotics as performance-enhancing supplements. (51:36) #ListenerLive question #1 – Should I change anything about my training during this transition period, while I’m still between stress and not-so-ideal recovery? (54:31) #ListenerLive question #2 – Should I open a private training studio? (1:03:27) #ListenerLive question #3 – What is the best program for fat loss/building strength during menopause? (1:16:36) #ListenerLive question #4 – Any advice on getting started in the personal training space and being successful? (1:26:33) 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 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. ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Study Finds Cold Plunges May Reduce Muscle Growth After Strength Training Workouts Cold plunges actually change your cells | ScienceDaily Texas A&M hosts World Shakuhachi Festival, inviting more to learn about instrument’s culture Impact of probiotic supplementation on exercise endurance among non-elite athletes: study protocol for a randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind, clinical trial Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** MP Holistic Health Online Personal Training Course | Mind Pump Fitness Coaching ** Approved provider by NASM/AFAA (1.9 CEUs)! Grow your business and succeed in 2025. ** Personal Trainer Growth Secrets | Powered by Mind Pump Mind Pump #2582: The Strange Signs & Symptoms of Perimenopause With Dr. Mary Claire Haver Mind Pump #2515: How to Become a Successful Trainer in 2025 Ask Mind Pump Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram Jake Heyen (@jakeheyen) Instagram Ben Bruno (@benbrunotraining) Instagram Mary Claire Haver, MD (@drmaryclaire) Instagram

26 Apr 1h 45min

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 5 BEST ways to do cardio. (1:40) The more you know: Artificial dyes rebranded. (17:34) Genius advertising. (21:31) The great sardine debate. (25:05) The best old school machines. (27:17) An update on Adam’s sleep. (29:56) DOGE. (34:53) The guys go to meat stick flavor. (37:12) The value of the game ‘Peekaboo’ for children. (37:52) Aromatherapy for better sleep. (40:37) It’s about the journey, not the destination. (47:25) #Quah question #1 – Thoughts on the Australia study on creatine showing no more muscle gain than someone not taking creatine? (56:15) #Quah question #2 – Why does my second working set often feel better than the first one? The same even applies to reps. (1:02:17) #Quah question #3 – I'm falling into a peptide rabbit hole and am getting blasted with social media marketing for them. When/how do I know it's time to pull the trigger on introducing them? What boxes need to be checked first? (1:04:55) #Quah question #4 – How do I make myself get to the gym when I know I need to go? (1:09:21) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP to get $350 off Pod 4 Ultra. Currently, it ships to the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia. ** Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout 15% off your first order! ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #1697: HIIT Training Doesn’t Work (Unless You Follow These Steps) Mind Pump #2402: The 5 Reasons Why Walking is King for Fat Loss (Burn More Fat than Running & How to Do it Correctly) Food Dyes Rebranded: The Cover-Up Names You Need to Know Budweiser sends special cans to goalies who Ovechkin never scored against Justin’s Road to 315 Push Press DOGE Cuts Update Today: IRS Changes Revealed  Aromatherapy May Lead to a 226% Boost in Cognition 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 Sports supplement creatine makes no difference to muscle gains, trial finds Mind Pump #2377: The 4 Most Valuable Supplements Everyone Should Take Mind Pump #2022: Lost Motivation to Workout? Do this… Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Patrick Bet-David (@patrickbetdavid) Instagram Marcelo (@mindpumpmarcelo) Instagram

25 Apr 1h 14min

Strange Signs & Symptoms of Perimenopause with Mary Claire Haver What got her into what she does now? (1:30) The dogma surrounding women’s health. (8:05) What is menopause? Perimenopause? (14:56) The average age of menopause. (21:34) How much does birth control mask these symptoms? (22:27) Why she believes antidepressants are overused. (24:00) How much does genetics play a role in the symptoms that women experience versus the way they ate or dieted leading up to perimenopause? (25:31) The not-so-common early signs and symptoms of perimenopause. (27:17) What does hormone therapy look like? (29:29) Zone of chaos. (32:22) Non-hormonal interventions: Training & diet. (33:38) Supplementation and menopause. (40:00) Common mistakes women make when trying to self-medicate to help themselves. (41:28) How do women equip themselves to speak with their doctor. (43:53) Why HRT is optimal for most women. (45:19) The typical hormone therapy options for women. (46:04) Busting women’s fears surrounding HRT. (47:52) Anything exciting on the horizon in this space? (48:35) The standard HRT dose. (49:50) Can a woman who previously survived breast cancer do hormone therapy? (51:59) PCOS and perimenopause. (52:57) Let’s talk about your libido. (53:43) Related Links/Products Mentioned The New Menopause: Navigating Your Path Through Hormonal Change with Purpose, Power, and Facts Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP10 at checkout** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** History of Women's Participation in Clinical Research “Not feeling like myself” in perimenopause — what does it mean? Observations from the Women Living Better survey Experiences of Mothers Who Are Child Sexual Abuse Survivors: A Qualitative Exploration The musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause - PubMed The Women's Health Initiative Hormone Therapy Trials Mind Pump #2567: Women Who Lift: Breaking Myths and Building Muscle Mind Pump #2530: Why All Women Should Take Creatine The Menopause Society | Homepage Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Mary Claire Haver, MD (@drmaryclaire) Instagram Website-The Pause Life Abbie Smith-Ryan, PhD (@asmithryan) Instagram Dr. Stacy T. Sims (@drstacysims) Instagram

24 Apr 57min

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 4 stupid reasons you’re NOT getting results. (2:23) Always be a student. (30:01) Chlorophyll is an excellent detoxifier. (35:56) Yet another come-to-Jesus moment for Sal. (39:03) Interesting snacking trends. (44:53) Mind Pump Live: Trainer Event at Mind Pump HQ. (51:02) Mind Pump Cookoff! (52:11) #ListenerLive question #1 – I feel like I’m doing the right things, but the scale is not moving. Where should I go from here? (55:21) #ListenerLive question #2 – How can I balance my business life with my love life? I wanted to get your thoughts on the grind while balancing love life with your partner. (1:02:48) #ListenerLive question #3 – How did you determine that fitness is what you loved and what you wanted to do for the rest of your lives? How much of it did you actually love? How much of it did you not enjoy? (1:21:47) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer!  ** New users who sign up will receive ground beef in every box for the LIFETIME of their subscription + $20 off their first box when they use code MINDPUMP at checkout. ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** The Breakdown Recovery Trap, Why You Aren’t Progressing – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump # 2420: Get Energized: The Real Reasons You’re Always Tired & Lazy! Mind Pump # 1530: Why Warm-Ups Are a Waste of Time MAPS Prime half-off! ** Code PRIME50 at checkout ** Mind Pump # 1262: Why Fitness Assessments are Important Justin’s Road to 315 Push Press Chlorophyll benefits, dosage, and side effects - Examine Snacking: Why Americans are buying fewer treats Mind Pump Live: Trainer Event – Saturday, April 26th at Mind Pump HQ. Reserve your spot NOW!! Visit Luminose by Entera for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MPM at checkout for 10% off their order or 10% off their first month of a subscribe-and-save. ** Mind Pump #2385: Five Reasons Why You Should Hire a Trainer Mind Pump #2185: Reclaiming Self-Love & Respect With Adam Lane Smith Mind Pump #2347: Become a Better Husband, Wife, Father or Mother by Discovering Your Attachment Style With Adam Lane Smith Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Michael Israetel (@drmikeisraetel) Instagram Jordan Jiunta (@redwiteandjordan) Instagram Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram Jordan Syatt (@syattfitness) Instagram Adam | Relationship Psychology (@attachmentadam) Instagram Jordan B. Peterson (@JordanBPeterson) X/Twitter

23 Apr 1h 38min