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1527: The 3 Step Solution to the Obesity Epidemic

Release Date: 04/08/2021

1534: How to Overcome an Exercise Sticking Point, the Best Kettlebell Exercises to Compliment Barbell Training, How to Train Post Pregnancy & More (Listener Live Coaching)

Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions from five listeners via Zoom. Justin caught flexing. (4:18) Mind Pump’s latest obsession, the ‘Viking Press’. (7:15) Which states have the highest/lowest IQ? (10:44) Education versus experience/starting a career. (13:51) The Public Goods mission of bringing safe/environmentally friendly products to the general population. (24:42) Mind Pump Investments: Uber’s next BIG move. (27:15) Mind Pump Debates: The zealots on both sides of the government-mandated vaccine requirement argument. (29:38) Don’t...

1533: How Lifting to Failure Slows Your Gains, Exercises That Help Knee Pain, the Foolishness of Post Workout Gummy Bears & More

Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether lifting to failure taxes the Central Nervous System like lifting heavy, exercises to help with knee pain, whether CBD is a positive “post workout,” and the truth about Gummy Bears as a post workout snack. Mind Pump further expands on their past podcast positions. (7:02) Science without morality is very dangerous. (19:16) The science behind apricot kernel oil found in Caldera Lab’s face serum. (24:14) The times the guys had to eat soap. (29:07) Do redheads have a higher pain tolerance?...

1532: How to Become the Strongest Guy (or Gal) in Your Local Gym

Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin break down six things you can do to build more strength. The transformation Adam experienced focusing on strength and the mistakes made only training for aesthetics. (1:50) The beauty of strength. (7:34) Don’t fall victim to subpar programming. (10:18) 6 Ways to Become the Strongest Guy (or Gal) in Your Local Gym. #1 – Master the technique of the 5 big lifts. (12:51) #2 – Learn how to manipulate intensity. (17:45) #3 – Know how to phase your training. (27:16) #4 – Eat more to get stronger. (33:20) #5 – Increase your stabilization. (40:00) #6...

1531: F45 Review, How to Minimize Fat Gain When Eating to Build Muscle, the Truth About Meal Frequency & More

Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about bulking without gaining extra fat tissue, whether there is evidence to suggest that eating more meals more frequently throughout the day is better for weight loss, the pluses and minuses of F45 training, and percentage based vs. RPE based training styles. Why does it take so long to cut Adam’s hair? (4:45) Jordan Peterson as Red Skull? (6:30) Why men are no match for women. (11:25) The power of association. (15:34) It’s ‘Butcher Box’ grilling season for the Mind Pump Crew. (17:48) Baby...

1530: Why Warm-Ups Are a Waste of Time

Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss why traditional warm-ups are an inferior way to prepare for a workout and what you should do instead. How the guys were sold on the 10-minute warm-up as young personal trainers. (1:41) The moment the guy's minds were blown on what a warm-up ACTUALLY does. (5:13) Why you don’t hurt yourself from a movement you OWN. (8:28) The importance of stretching with PURPOSE. (12:21) The benefits and challenges of foam rolling. (15:16) ...

1529: How to Build Muscle Using Only Light Weight, Ways to Kickstart Growth in Slow to Respond Body Parts, the Benefit of Varying Your Training Modality & More (Listener Live Coaching)

Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer five Pump Head questions via Zoom. Adam’s justified moodiness. (4:09) What’s in Sal’s post-workout shake? (12:34) Pasture eggs versus conventional farm eggs. (13:50) Are you willing to take the ‘Burger Den’ challenge? (15:06) The common chemical that may be causing an explosion of Parkinson's Disease. (21:43) Fun Facts with Justin: Who is the top producer of tires? (24:44) How humans evolved to eat a lot of animals. (27:51) Mind Pump’s first take of Seaspiracy on Netflix, being open-minded, and more. (29:52) Why do...

1528: The Truth About the Afterburn Effect of Cardio, the Minimum Cardio Needed for a Healthy Heart & Lungs, the Benefits of Working Out Barefoot & More

Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the after-burn effect of EPOC, how much cardio is enough for a healthy heart and lungs, whether working out barefoot is a good idea, and what to do to hit caloric and macro when not hungry. Which Mind Pump host has had the most injuries? (3:22) A very happy Mind Pump Easter. (7:55) A conversation surrounding the impact of sugar on children, healthy snacks, and creating strategies. (11:58) Mind Pump Movie Reviews: Godzilla vs. Kong and Zack Snyder’s Justice League. (20:28) UFO breaks the speed...

1527: The 3 Step Solution to the Obesity Epidemic

Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover the origins, challenges and solutions of the obesity epidemic. Interesting statistics that highlight the obesity epidemic. (2:11) The clinical definition of obesity. (3:00) Why fix the obesity epidemic? (5:38) The importance of having an honest conversation. (8:35) How being obese affects your mental health. (10:32) Self-image versus body image. (12:15) You have to change your approach. (14:54) What caused this problem? (20:38) The 3 Step Solution to the Obesity Epidemic. #1 – Dramatically reduce heavily processed foods from your diet....

1526: The Best Form of Exercise When Time Is Limited, the Effectiveness of Tracking Calories Weekly Vs. Daily, How to Avoid Body Image Obsession When Training for Aesthetics & More

Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about spending less time lifting weights in order to get steps in when time is tight, whether counting weekly calories is just as effective as tracking daily caloric intake, how to stay detached from body image when training for aesthetics, and strategies to create efficiency or automation when working with and managing a lot of clients at once. Justin’s newest pre-podcast drink brought to you by Organifi’s Pure. (4:34) Interesting facts about Formula 1 racing. (5:21) Tai Lopez has interesting...

1525: The Death of the Gym Industry?: A Reality Check With UFC Gym CEO Adam Sedlack

Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin speak with UFC Gym CEO Adam Sedlack about the state of the gym industry and unintended consequences of gym closures. There is a light at the end of the tunnel. (2:06) The evil “O” word and elephant in the room. (3:40) The two contributing factors to the obesity epidemic. (6:28) Just become aware! (8:50) Scientifically why heavily processed foods hijack our system. (9:50) How trainers have the greatest ability to solve the obesity problem. (12:52) What do trainers mean to the UFC Gym model? (15:30) How mixed martial arts socialize into fitness....

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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover the origins, challenges and solutions of the obesity epidemic.

Interesting statistics that highlight the obesity epidemic. (2:11)
The clinical definition of obesity. (3:00)
Why fix the obesity epidemic? (5:38)
The importance of having an honest conversation. (8:35)
How being obese affects your mental health. (10:32)
Self-image versus body image. (12:15)
You have to change your approach. (14:54)
What caused this problem? (20:38)
The 3 Step Solution to the Obesity Epidemic.
#1 – Dramatically reduce heavily processed foods from your diet. (35:06)
#2 – Build strength and muscle. (38:42)
#3 – Increase awareness around being distracted while consuming food. (46:40)

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