1666: The Truth About Fasted Cardio, How the Pump Helps You Build Muscle, the Residual Muscle Building Effects of Prior Steroid Use & More
Release Date: 10/20/2021
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 Simple Ways to Accelerate Fat Loss FAST! (2:16) AI is a TERRIBLE coach or trainer and the value of human connection. (25:26) Shout out to Caldera! (46:30) Shout out to Gabrielle Lyon and the Forever Strong Experience. (48:47) How long should the average person spend in the gym? (51:48) Success is NOT just about making money. (57:50) Higher doses of creatine can erase the measurable effects of sleep deprivation. (1:03:44) #ListenerCoaching call #1 – Why is my HRV...
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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday’s Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Eat as Much as You Want, but Don’t Get Fat (JUST follow these 2 rules). (2:28) The disturbing “Doll mom” trend. (25:03) Has masculinity always been more fragile than femininity? (31:10) The practice of writing down failures and revisiting later what you learned from them. (32:25) Fun Facts with Justin: Toad mutation. (39:06) Mystery Our Place unboxing. (40:55) The value of getting a...
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Endlessly beginning and living to express yourself at the highest level. (2:31) “Those who live truly, shall see truly.” Her introduction and special connection to Mind Pump. (5:40) Creating the trend, not following the trend. (12:47) Factors that keep the vitality of a relationship intact. (18:36) The difference between teammates and friends. (32:14) The conflicting feelings growing in the public eye. (36:46) Stay authentic. (46:04) The lives lived during Mind Pump’s tenure. (49:44) Pivoting the business, stretching your capacity, and the value of a GOOD personal...
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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 Ways to Predict Mortality (NO BLOOD TEST REQUIRED). (2:27) Good and bad news for young men. (22:20) Reducing your calories without eating less by going grass-fed. (35:26) Runit is invading America. (40:16) Speaking identity into your children. (45:12) Sal has an athlete on his hands. (49:58) LMNT has single-handedly created this new electrolyte market. (52:49) #ListenerCoaching call #1 – I train hard and feel great, but I don't feel like it's translating to...
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MAPS 15 Symmetry The value of running blocks of unilateral training. (1:07) Balancing the body from right to left. (4:42) Breaking down the components of MAPS 15 Symmetry. (8:40) Using unilateral training as a form of corrective exercise. (13:47) 15 minutes to get back on track after the holidays! (15:10) Related Links/Products Mentioned 50% off from Dec. 28-Jan. 3rd 2026. Code DECEMBER50 at checkout. Visit for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code to receive 20% off your first order. **
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Mind Pump Fit Tip: Progressive Overload, the Secret to Building Muscle and Burning Fat. (1:56) Buyer beware: Organic Planet Protein Powders. (26:27) The benefits of creatine for women and a PSA for buyers. (30:35) Getting away from the scale. (38:09) Dark tourism. (43:47) The Lost Labyrinth of Egypt. (48:22) AI ads. (52:17) Rock Recovery Scholarship. (58:01) Black Friday Winners! (59:08) #ListenerCoaching call #1 – My 16-year-old daughter challenged me to a pull-up and chin-up competition. What training tips or techniques do you recommend? (1:00:07) #ListenerCoaching...
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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday’s Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The MOST Important Factor to Focus on that Changes Everything Else. (1:54) Boosting your creativity and focus with science-backed music. (20:25) Doing a better job of reconnecting with family. (21:32) Pro or anti-sleepover’s. (28:32) Kids say and do the darndest things. (37:37) Let’s talk about farts. (38:18) What’s up with the fog in California?! (46:59) Immoral marketing behavior....
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When Life Gets Busy, Your Fitness Should Shrink…Not Disappear! The fallacy of the “all or nothing” mentality. (1:36) Ah-ha moments when it comes to the mentality around doing shorter workouts. (6:22) Three general categories of how you use exercise. (10:18) What the data says about this style of exercise programming. (14:11) Consistency is KEY! (20:48) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get a free Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase! As always, LMNT offers no-questions-asked refunds on all orders. The 8-count LMNT Sample Pack doubles down...
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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 10 Best Breakfast Foods for Lean Gains. (2:52) Elon is playing chess. (18:36) A homerun protein snack. (26:07) This new machine has Sal excited. (28:06) If you can be a collector of anything, what would that be? (30:33) When old styles become the new thing again. (37:45) Hack for parents with teenagers who are getting into strength training. (41:00) How much exercise do you need to KEEP the muscle you’ve already built? (46:38) Body contouring with...
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MAPS 15 Powerlift The importance of the Big 3. (1:31) Don’t fall for the trap of looking like one of these top athletes. (4:10) Who this program is for. (7:58) Breaking down MAPS 15 Powerlift and what you will get following this style of programming. (9:00) Strengthening weak links and achieving PR’s. (14:11) The next BIG trend is short/daily workouts. (16:21) Related Links/Products Mentioned 50% half from Dec. 21-27th. Code DECEMBER50 at checkout. Visit for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP Buy one, get one 50% off for new...
info_outlineIn this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether fasted cardio really makes a difference, the effect former steroid or growth hormone use has on your current muscle growth, the benefits in adding bands or chains on the big 3, and whether getting a pump does anything for hypertrophy.
- Startling statistics for the US Fitness Industry from 2020. (4:10)
- Mind Pump Investments: Mindbody acquisition, supply/demand chain issues, and the state of the market. (6:17)
- Proud son moment for Sal. (12:49)
- Mind Pump’s go-to bedtime regimen with Organifi’s Gold Juice. (16:18)
- Justin’s run-in with Pavel Tsatsouline, and the pros/cons of certifications. (17:56)
- Shout out to Kim Constable, aka the Sculpted Vegan. (28:19)
- A study shows that women who eat more animal protein have more muscle than women who don’t. (29:46)
- An update on the Resistance Training Revolution. (32:36)
- Demi Lovato, stay in your lane. (35:54)
- Joe Rogan roasts Dr. Sanjay Gupta. (38:51)
- Vuori is KILLING it! (41:27)
- #Quah question #1 – Does fasted cardio really make a difference? (46:00)
- #Quah question #2 – If you’ve taken growth hormones or steroids in years past, do they still affect your current muscle growth? (52:30)
- #Quah question #3 – Are there any benefits in adding bands or chains on the big 3 or any other workouts? Or is it too much overtraining? (57:26)
- #Quah question #4 - Does getting a pump do anything for hypertrophy? (1:01:15)
Related Links/Products Mentioned
- October Promotion: MAPS Anabolic and NO BS 6-Pack Formula – Get Both for $59.99!
- U.S. Fitness Industry Lost $20.4 Billion in 2020, Comeback on Horizon, Per IHRSA Report
- Mind Pump #1655: The Best Natural Treatment For Anxiety & Depression
- Mindbody acquires ClassPass in all-stock deal and secures $500 million investment
- Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “MINDPUMP” at checkout**
- Five Branches University
- Relationship between animal protein intake and muscle mass index in healthy women
- The Resistance Training Revolution – Book by Sal Di Stefano
- Demi Lovato Thinks "Alien" Is a "Derogatory" Term for Extraterrestrials
- #1718 - Dr. Sanjay Gupta - The Joe Rogan Experience
- Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners!
- Vuori Gets $400 Million Investment From SoftBank
- Visit Oli Pop for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “mindpump” at checkout for 15% off your first order**
- Is Fasted Cardio a Good Way to Lose Weight? - Mind Pump Blog
- Rubberbanditz Resistance Band Set
- Mark Bell Sling Shot
- Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube
- Mind Pump Free Resources
People Mentioned
- Brendon Ayanbadejo (@brendon310) Instagram
- Pavel Tsatsouline (@strongfirst) Instagram
- KIM CONSTABLE (@thesculptedvegan) Instagram
- Mikhaila Peterson (@mikhailapeterson) Instagram
- Mike Matthews (@muscleforlifefitness) Instagram
- Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne) Instagram
- Mark Bell (@marksmellybell) Instagram