1594: Periodized Training for Special Ops Service Members, Ways to Correct Imbalances Without Creating New Ones, How to Work Out Pre, During & Post Pregnancy & More (Listener Live Coaching)
Release Date: 07/09/2021
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
Most people think getting in shape is about building muscle or losing fat… But what if you’re actually losing something MORE important? In this episode, the guys break down the 6 fundamental human movement skills that most people lose over time — not because of age, but because they stop practicing them. From overhead mobility and squatting… to running, jumping, and even throwing — these are the abilities that keep your body functioning, pain-free, and resilient for life. The problem? Even fit people lose them. This episode will change the way you think about training forever —...
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Only $99 (2 glucose biosensors, Nutrisense App to map glucose repsonse in real-time) Nutrisense.io/mindpump Exclusive offer for the Mindpump audience, including a $150 discount. Most people think building muscle and burning fat comes down to calories, workouts, and discipline. But what if the real issue is something deeper? In this episode, we sit down with a Rhett Langley, specializing in metabolic health to break down why your body might not be responding , even when you’re doing everything right. We cover: Why metabolism controls fat loss and muscle gain How blood sugar...
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If you’re only lifting weights to build muscle… you might be leaving serious gains on the table. In this episode, the guys break down why strength training alone isn’t always enough, and how adding the right forms of cardio, mobility work, recovery, and even modalities like Pilates can actually improve muscle growth, performance, and longevity. They explain how your “gas tank” (cardiovascular fitness) can limit your strength, why mobility unlocks more muscle potential, and how tools like sauna use and recovery strategies can enhance results without overtraining. The conversation also...
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Spring Bundle Sale: This episode is brought to you by Legion ! buylegion.com/mindpump Code “MINDPUMP” for buy one, get one 50% off for new customers, and 20% cash back for returning customers! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:26 Creatine For Women 03:58 Why Supplement Anyway 06:09 Muscle Growth Mechanism 07:12 ATP Energy Breakdown 09:51 Safety And Longevity 10:18 Loading And Dosing 12:45 Mood Benefits In Women 17:23 Bloating Myth Explained 23:01 Fat Loss Evidence
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Most people think getting leaner is always better… but that’s not true. In this episode, the guys break down why staying ultra-lean year-round can actually make you look worse, feel worse, and hurt your long-term health. From unrealistic body fat expectations to the pressure created by social media and fitness culture, they explain why the “ideal physique” is often misunderstood—and what actually looks better in real life. If you’ve been chasing lower body fat thinking it’s the answer… this might completely change your perspective. The Spring Bundle: Symmetry ($187),...
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Why Daily Weigh-Ins Sabotage Progress + Drop Sets, VO2 Max, and Blue Collar Training . The hosts argue that frequent scale weigh-ins often sabotage progress because most people misinterpret weight fluctuations and let the number dictate mood, sharing client stories where the scale undermined visible body-composition improvements and reinforced unhealthy behavior. They discuss better metrics like performance, strength, sleep, and energy, and note how water retention, inflammation, and creatine can skew the scale and mirror. They also touch on “therians,” rising California gas prices,...
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Should you bulk, cut, or try to recomposition your body? In this episode of the Mind Pump Podcast, Sal, Adam, and Justin break down one of the most confusing decisions in fitness: when to bulk, when to cut, and when body recomposition actually makes sense. They explain why most people struggle with fat loss long term, why starting with a bulk or reverse diet can actually make fat loss easier, and how building muscle creates the metabolic “runway” needed for sustainable results. The guys discuss the psychological challenges of dieting, the mistakes many trainers make when cutting calories...
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In this episode of the Mind Pump Podcast, Sal, Adam, and Justin coach live callers on fitness, training, and nutrition strategies. They open the show discussing why fat burner supplements are mostly a waste of money, the science behind probiotics and gut health, and surprising research around PDE5 inhibitors (like Viagra) and cardiovascular health. They also debate supplements, discuss parenting and teaching kids financial habits, and explore emerging tech like Tesla tunnels in Las Vegas. Later, they coach listeners on training goals after 40, fat loss struggles, bulking vs cutting, and...
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In this episode of Mind Pump, Sal, Adam, and Justin break down why cutting body fat isn’t always the best strategy; especially for women already around 22% body fat, and explain why building muscle often produces a leaner, healthier physique. They discuss the physiological effects of dieting too lean, including hormonal disruptions, reduced metabolism, and performance declines. The conversation also explores strength gains, muscle memory, recovery, sleep optimization, and the surprising cognitive benefits of creatine. Later, the hosts highlight the impact of good coaching and education in...
info_outlineIn this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer five Pump Head questions via Zoom.
- The high school football update with Justin Andrews. (3:53)
- Have you hit your peak neuroplasticity? (13:54)
- A study highlighting the complexity and weirdness of the placebo effect. (22:28)
- Will we see Mind Pump on OnlyFans? (27:16)
- Mind Pump, continuing to change the conversation around fitness. (31:08)
- San Francisco residents want out. (34:42)
- Homelessness and organized crime ravaging San Francisco. (37:25)
- The world’s most successful squatter. (39:26)
- The power of quantum computing. (41:51)
- Adam gets creative with the various ways he eats Magic Spoon cereal. (47:57)
- #Quah question #1 – Can I still make physical progress while in the third trimester or should I focus on feeling good? What program would you recommend post-baby? (55:32)
- #Quah question #2 – As a trainer, how do you program and periodize training for special operations service members? (1:02:44)
- #Quah question #3 – What program would benefit my passion for shot putting? (1:20:08)
- #Quah question #4 – How do I address my imbalances without creating new issues in the process? (1:27:52)
- #Quah question #5 – What programming should I focus on if I suffer from Crohn’s disease and colitis? (1:37:07)
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