1358: How to Use Isometrics to Build Muscle & Strength, Ways to Reduce Water Retention, the Necessity of Intra-Workout Carbs & More

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about programming isometrics/dynamic tension for strength, foods or supplements that can reduce water retention after a holiday/cheat weekend, the value of intra-workout carbs when pre and post nutrition is well planned out, and whether foam rolling should be done before or after a workout. Mind Pump goes down the Nicolas Cage rabbit hole. (6:17) Justin, the worst storyteller of all-time. (12:17) Not all vaccines are the same. (16:14) Exercise and its effect on your immune system. (18:38) Sports ball talk with Mind Pump. (21:57) Mind Pump Recommends, Love on the Spectrum on Netflix. (28:35) Introducing Mind Pump’s newest sponsor, Pluto Pillow. (31:55) The joys of the third trimester. (35:55) Vuori listens and produces. (37:43) Long term health and financial wealth. (39:43) #Quah question #1 – How would you recommend programming isometrics and dynamic tension for strength? (45:05) #Quah question #2 – Why do processed foods add so much water between the skin and muscle for days after? What foods or supplements  can reduce water retention after a holiday or cheat weekend? (56:32) #Quah question #3 – What are your thoughts on intra-workout carbs? Are they really necessary when pre and post nutrition is well planned out? (1:03:20) #Quah question #4 – Should foam rolling be done before or after a workout? How often and what are the benefits? (1:07:06) Related Links/Products Mentioned August Promotion: MAPS Performance ½ off!! **Promo code “GREEN50” at checkout** New Program Launch: MAPS Suspension $20 off! **Promo code “SUSPENSION20” at checkout** Nic Cage's Son Used to Be in a Black Metal Band and Invented Something Called "Ghost Metal" Crazy Stuff Nicolas Cage Bought Russia’s accelerated COVID-19 vaccine greeted with alarm as experts say Phase 3 trial is essential The Benefits of Walking for the Immune System A's Fans Can Buy Cardboard Cutout of Themselves to Display at Games Seattle Mariners drag Steve Bartman into 2020 baseball season with bad joke Love on the Spectrum | Netflix Official Site Mind Pump #1345: 6 Ways To Optimize Sleep For Faster Muscle Gain And Fat Loss Visit Pluto Pillow for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “MINDPUMP” at checkout for 10% off** Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Mind Pump #1295: Four Ways To Get A Stubborn Body Part To Improve Mind Pump #1275: The Best At-Home Workout That No One Is Sharing How to Perform a 90/90 Hip Stretch (HIP FLEXOR STRETCH) How To Improve Your Squat Depth - FREE Squat Like A Pro Guide Mind Pump Podcast - YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Eugene Teo (@coacheugeneteo)  Instagram Zach Bitter (@zachbitter)  Instagram