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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)

Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

Release Date: 07/09/2021

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Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Carole Hooven, author of T: The Story of Testosterone, the Hormone that Dominates and Divides Us. How just because you weren’t a stellar student early on doesn’t mean you can’t change your path moving forward. (1:54) The differences between humans and chimpanzees. (8:47) What drew her to the field of testosterone? (12:16) Why chromosomes do NOT define sex. (14:28) The masculine framework of the brain. (19:50) Does culture follow biology? (26:59) Why women are more attuned to people’s emotions. (38:35) Why men may be more prone to risky...

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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions via Zoom. Why intermittent fasting is terrible for fat loss. (4:10) Why are used cars so expensive?! (10:20) The guys recap their favorite moments of the Tokyo Olympics so far. (14:30) Baby Aurelius is a boob guy. (21:47) Baby Maximus sleep training updates. (23:23) The ChiliPad is a game-changer for families. (28:50) Great sources of protein are available at Public Goods! (31:27) The various degrees of soreness. (34:38) Sal hates farmer’s tans. (38:41) The high school football update with Justin....

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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about what to do if quads always build but not glutes, how to get bigger forearms, good shoulders exercises besides pressing motions, and supplementing with DHEA for hormone balance and/or improved testosterone levels. How Adam is now reaping the benefits of ‘fat face’ and ‘prank wars’ with Mind Pump. (3:20) Mind Pump speculates on the future of CrossFit and the fitness industry as a whole. (11:40) How the stigma surrounding cannabis has changed. (23:58) Mind Pump Investments: Snapchat to partner...

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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with renowned hormone specialist Dr. Rand McClain. Where did his knowledge and interest in hormones come from? (2:50) The first BIG misconceptions he learned. (8:14) What makes you an “expensive date?” (9:58) Why the stigma on testosterone replacement and is the pendulum swinging the other way? (12:36) What are the health risks of having low testosterone levels? (23:34) What are the health risks of having high testosterone levels? (29:33) His issues with the standard lipid panel. (32:17) Is testosterone anti-inflammatory? (36:22) What are the...

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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about are the advantages and disadvantages of alternating sides during an exercise vs doing both sides at the same time, doing full-body workouts on consecutive days, the difference between getting calories from carbs or fat after hitting protein target, and advice for someone who has consistently been training 6 days a week and is scared to back off in fear of losing progress. Mind Pump’s favorite lifts. (4:41) The unwanted body hair as an aging man. (11:53) The conspiracy surrounding Plum Island....

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In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin discuss getting jacked on a budget. The assumption that you need a lot of money to eat healthily and get shredded. (1:30) What it takes to get lean and build muscle. (5:28) Why the appropriate dose of diet and exercise will get you to your goal the fastest. (8:45) The order of essential macronutrients to get lean and build muscle. (13:50) Busting the myth that you can’t eat healthy on a budget. (16:43) The hierarchy of priorities when it comes to organic, grass-fed, pasture, and humanely raised. (20:04) The importance of quality when it comes to the...

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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions via Zoom. They don’t even know! Justin’s workout vlog coming soon! (5:00) The psychology behind why we watch scary movies. (11:44) Mind Pump Recommends, Free to Choose series on YouTube. (18:19) Storytime with Mind Pump: Bathroom time, kids, and potty training. (24:12) The power of exercise for better well-being and mental health. (35:36) New sponsor alert! Welcome, LivON Labs. (42:27) Study: Theanine protects against the negative effects of THC. (46:44) Streaming services on fire, keeping our...

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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether there is a different way to train for a wide back vs. a thick back, the best mobility exercises for low bar squats, training under the influence of marijuana, and tips for an aspiring entrepreneur who wants to open their own gym. What can happen when you work out next to Sal. (4:11) The best time to eat protein and build muscle health. (7:20) Study finds that women can predict a man's attitude toward casual sexual relationships based on his face. (14:01) Peloton to move into the video game...

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In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover the pros and cons of practicing intermittent fasting. What is fasting, and the history behind it? (2:52) When did fasting become mainstream? (10:46) The benefits of intermittent fasting. (15:20) The dark side and detriments of fasting. (28:53) Who should AVOID fasting? (33:43) Who is fasting FOR, and when is it a good idea? (40:47) Why fasting is NOT an effective weight loss strategy. (46:15) Related Links/Products Mentioned   **Promo code “IF50” at checkout** Visit for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! People...

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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the best way to train for pull-ups, growing arm size, whether lifting belts are necessary for heavy lifting, and methods for recovering faster from overtraining. Mind Pump’s vacation workout tips. (4:46) The guys recap their vacations with their families: Kauai adventures, moving pains, and leaps in growth. (6:35) Is Adam falling in love with golf? (21:43) Barbequing with Adam Schafer. (24:25) You look strong. (31:01) Study: Do trans athletes have an advantage? (33:35) Inflation’s silver lining?...

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In 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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