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932: John Meadows

Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

Release Date: 12/27/2018

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Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode the guys break down diet breaks — what they actually are, how they differ from just going off your diet, and why the science supports using them on any fat loss plan. They cover the five key benefits backed by studies: slowing metabolic adaptation, improving workout recovery and energy, preserving muscle, reducing mental fatigue, and why planning is everything. They also make the case for why most people shouldn't try to navigate diet breaks alone and how a coach changes the outcome entirely. 50% off Nutrition Coaching Call — Code: POD50 SPONSORS Seed Daily Synbiotic — ...

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In this episode the guys break down the six fastest ways to lose muscle and get flabby — too much cardio, low protein, poor sleep, nutrient deficiencies, ignoring gut health, and alcohol. Sal shares how fixing a parasite he didn't know he had led to gaining 12 pounds of muscle doing the same exact things. They also get into the power of music and why kids instinctively dance, Lone Star ticks and Lyme disease conspiracy theories, colonoscopy talk, the progression of Paul Saladino's diet, and Adam's son comparing his biceps in the sauna. Then they coach live callers submitted through...

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In this episode the guys break down the six signs that you're not training hard enough — and why intensity is the most important factor for making progress in the gym. They cover what strenuous actually feels like, why using the same weight for years is a red flag, how to know if you left enough in the tank, and why some people are just wired to avoid hard effort. They also talk about the two groups most likely to undertrain — people coming back from injury and older adults getting started with strength training — and why both groups are capable of far more than they think. FREE RESOURCE...

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Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode the guys break down the best exercises and strategies for getting a crazy pump — hydration with sodium, carb timing, full range of motion, optimal rep ranges, superset strategies, and flexing between sets. Then they coach live callers submitted through mplivecaller.com — Lindsay from Alberta on reverse dieting and building glutes on too few calories, Alex from Florida on weekend tracking inconsistency and a military fitness test, Brianna from North Carolina on chronic overtraining and learning to let go, and Avery from Michigan on fat intake while cutting and dialing in...

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In this episode the guys break down why almost everyone should do at least one cycle of powerlifting-style training, regardless of your goal. They cover why the squat, bench press and deadlift are the most underrated tools for building a great physique, how strength is the only objective metric that tells you everything is going right, why powerlifting programing beats bodybuilding programing for most people, and how focusing on strength is one of the best tools for getting people out of body dysmorphia.  They also get into Brian Johnson's perfect 100 sleep score streak on Eight Sleep and...

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Jay Dhaliwal, founder of Super Patch, joins Mind Pump to break down one of the most unconventional technologies in health and wellness — haptic patches that alleviate pain, improve sleep, boost athletic performance, and more with zero compounds or drugs.  Sal opens up about being deeply skeptical until reviewing the peer-reviewed studies, and the guys walk Jay through the entire origin story — from a passion project to help his mother with MS, to 17 years of research, $40 million of his own money, and 16 published peer-reviewed studies.  They cover the neuroscience of how skin...

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In this episode the guys break down exactly when you should NOT add weight to the bar, including when you've already reached your strength ceiling, when your form isn't perfect, when you feel any pain or discomfort, after a bad night of sleep, and when you're in a calorie deficit.  They also get into a study showing exercise variety predicts longevity better than exercise volume, Sal's experience with a new peptide called 5-amino-1MQ through MPHormones, TMG as a creatine-stacking supplement, and the story of Pope John Paul II's assassination attempt and the remarkable forgiveness that...

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MEMORIAL DAY SALE: 40% OFF ALL Programs, Bundles & Guides! https://www.mindpumpmedia.com/maps-fitness-individual-programs/?htrafficsource=youtube-organic&hcategory=MPSHOW&el=2865   In this episode the guys break down how most people can hit new strength PRs by training less, cutting volume and shifting to short daily practice.   SPONSORS ZBiotics (pre alcohol probiotic): https://zbiotics.com/mindpump26 Code MINDPUMP26 for 15% off first order   MAPS Memorial Day Sale: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Code MemorialDay40 for 40% off all MAPS programs   Timestamps:...

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In this live caller episode, the guys break down America's "most jacked" cities, talk about parasite cleanses, and coach four callers through muscle building, increasing bone density, and nutrition.   SPONSORS Organifi (Parasite Cleanse Kit) — Code: MINDPUMP — 20% off Seed (probiotic & multivitamin) — Code: 25MINDPUMP — 25% off first month MAPS 15 BOGO — Buy 1 get 1 FREE — limited time (all 7 MAPS 15 programs same price) LINKS Mind Pump Store: Maps Fitness Products: Instagram: @mindpumpmedia   0:00 - Intro 2:23 - America's "most jacked" cities — how they're...

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In this episode the guys break down the healthiest U.S. states versus where people actually live the longest, and answer listener questions on processed foods, deadlifts, abs, and training through menopause. SPONSORS Caldera Lab (skincare botanicals & peptides) — ⁠https://calderalab.com/MINDPUMP⁠ Code: MINDPUMP — 20% off first order Ketone IQ (exogenous ketones) — ⁠https://ketone.com/MINDPUMP⁠ 30% off first subscription order LMNT (electrolytes) — ⁠https://drinklmnt.com/MINDPUMP⁠ Free sample pack with any purchase   MAPS 15 BOGO — ⁠https://maps15bogo.com⁠ Buy...

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In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin speak with John Meadows who reveals all about what it takes to be a top-level bodybuilder.

  • Why John doesn’t have a colon. (4:30)
  • Was there anything he did that contributed to his digestion issues? (10:35)
  • How did he change his approach coming back? (12:10)
  • Has going through this experience forced him to become more in tune with his body? (14:55)
  • What are the BIGGEST mistakes he sees with people trying to build muscle? (16:38)
  • Has he found there is a RIGHT dose of protein for his body? (24:40)
  • What are the big missing pieces in bodybuilder’s regimens? (26:03)
  • What kind of things does he cover in his workshops? (29:42)
  • What made him start to compete at a young age? (30:50)
  • When did he start to use anabolic steroids? Was he a hyper responder? (34:20)
  • Does he believe people do not cycle out anymore? (43:19)
  • What are the differences between taking anabolics vs growth hormones? (45:17)
  • His take on training and why certain bodybuilder’s physiques look more ‘granite.’ (54:38)
  • What does he think of the new culture of thought around isolation movements being the BEST movements for most muscle activation? (1:00:45)
  • What is the ‘Mountain Dog Diet’ and does food quality matter? (1:04:10)
  • Is the trend starting to reverse with coaching in bodybuilding? (1:09:20)
  • What is site enhancement oil (SEO)? (1:10:15)
  • How bodybuilding is a different level of drugs in sport. (1:15:54)
  • What is the difference in training people that are natural vs. people on ‘gear’? (1:18:16)
  • His theory behind metabolism in competitive sports. (1:21:52)
  • What is his take on people not adapting their training routines? (1:26:30)
  • How social media killed bodybuilding. What does the future of bodybuilding look like? (1:34:04)
  • If he was to go back and whisper into 22-year-old John’s ear, what would he tell himself? (1:40:13)

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