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1664: How to Reduce Cardio Without Gaining Weight, Ways to Shrink an Overdeveloped Body Part, Adjusting Workouts to Accommodate an Unusual Work Schedule & More (Listener Live Coaching)

Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

Release Date: 10/16/2021

2830: The Best Push Pull Legs Program For Building Muscle (MAPS PPL) show art 2830: The Best Push Pull Legs Program For Building Muscle (MAPS PPL)

Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

GET MAPS PPL: 40% OFF USE CODE "PPL": https://www.mapsppl.com/?htrafficsource=spotify-organic&hcategory=MPSHOW&el=2830 You asked for it. For the last 10 years, the most commonly requested body parts split program has been Push Pull Legs and it's FINALLY here. In this episode, we introduce MAPS PPL, our brand new push/pull/legs program built for hypertrophy, big pumps, and serious muscle growth.We break down: • What push (chest/shoulders/triceps), pull (back/biceps), and legs means • Why this is the most popular bodybuilding split of all time• How higher per-session volume builds...

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Why is it that the last 10–15 pounds are ALWAYS the hardest to lose? In this episode, we break down one of the most frustrating parts of fat loss: hitting a plateau when you’re doing everything “right.” We explain: • What a metabolic wall actually is • Why eating less and doing more eventually stops working • How your body adapts to calorie deficits • Why you may be losing muscle instead of fat • The power of reverse dieting and building your metabolism Most people try to cut their way out of a plateau… But the real solution? 👉 You need to build your way out. If...

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Most people think they need to bulk to build muscle… and cut to lose fat. But what if that approach is actually the reason you keep spinning your wheels? In this episode, we break down why the constant cycle of bulking and cutting is destroying your relationship with fitness—and what you should be doing instead. We dive into: • The “Goldilocks Zone” for sustainable progress • Why most diets feel stressful and eventually fail • How whole foods + protein can naturally guide your body • The psychology behind why people NEED the scale to move • When bulking and cutting...

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When it comes to fitness, most people think training is the hard part… but it’s actually nutrition that holds them back. In this episode, the guys break down why diets fail, why generic meal plans don’t work, and the real reason people struggle to stay consistent. They dive into the psychology behind eating habits, how to build sustainable nutrition strategies, and why personalization is the key to long-term success. They also introduce a practical approach to building “anchor meals,” navigating real-life challenges like travel and time constraints, and how to finally create a plan...

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How much do you really need to train to see results? Most people think more workouts = faster progress. But what if doing less… actually gets you better results? In this episode, we break down the minimum effective dose for building muscle, burning fat, and improving your physique, without burning out. We cover: • Why 1–2 workouts per week can be enough • The biggest mistake beginners make (doing too much too soon) • How overtraining kills progress • Why consistency beats intensity every time • The role of protein, recovery, and lifestyle • Simple strategies that...

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Want boulder shoulders, sleeve-filling arms, and a head-turning backside? In this episode, Sal, Adam, and Justin break down exactly how to build the aesthetic physique you're chasing, especially the muscles that matter most for women and bikini competitors. First, a reality check: "sculpting" is really just building muscle. Fat loss reveals the shape, but the shape has to be built first. Most women get this wrong by chasing sweat, soreness, and burn as signs that training is working. They're not. Consistent strength gains over time? That's the signal. The guys break down why programming beats...

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Most people think eating less is the answer. Skip meals. Try fasting. Cut calories. But what if that’s exactly what’s holding you back? In this episode, we break down why fasting isn’t the fat loss hack people think it is—and how it may actually be slowing your metabolism, hurting your hormones, and sabotaging your muscle growth. We also dive into: • Why being “too lean” can make you look worse • The real role of protein and meal timing • How blood sugar and insulin sensitivity actually work • The truth about GLP-1 drugs and metabolic health • Why consistency beats...

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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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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions via Zoom.

  • What new supplement is Sal taking? (4:49)
  • The guys break down Olympia weekend 2021. (10:40)
  • Is Tyson Fury the GOAT? (14:44)
  • What day hasn’t been hijacked? (17:00)
  • How the waiting room experiment is an example of ‘woke’ culture today. (21:55)
  • Why you can sell nearly anything if you make it sound good. (25:54)
  • Public Goods has it all! (26:57)
  • Should one compete in bodybuilding? (28:25)
  • Yes, there are now VR strip clubs. (32:43)
  • What is Mind Pump watching? (37:12)
  • The high school football update with Justin. (40:31)
  • Gavin Newsom, what is your desired outcome? (45:47)
  • #Quah question #1 – How do you increase a bariatric patient’s metabolism? (52:59)
  • #Quah question #2 – What program would you recommend for an Olympic weightlifting athlete who is looking to reduce her volume of training without gaining weight? (1:09:19)
  • #Quah question #3 – Is there a way to build muscle and drop body fat while maintaining the same weight? (1:22:12)
  • #Quah question #4 – Any advice on how to adjust my workouts to accommodate an unusual work schedule? (1:28:55)

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