1838: How to Train for Explosiveness & Speed, Old School Training Techniques That Should Make a Comeback, the Most Effective Non-Resistance Training Exercises & More
Release Date: 06/17/2022
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
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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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...
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info_outlineIn 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: If you get sore from your workouts, your workouts SUCK! (3:11)
- Proud Dad moments. (11:04)
- Why Top Gun: Maverick left an impression on Justin. (14:30)
- How birth control has been connected to depression and anxiety in women and the importance/value of the Mind Pump Hormones Private Forum. (27:29)
- The benefits of L-Carnitine on your androgen receptors. (35:57)
- Teasing a little more on Sal’s new product with Organifi. (38:17)
- Debating podcast streaming versus video in terms of advertising and revenue. (40:27)
- #Quah question #1 - Should I focus more on getting my squat lower before adding weight, or can I get lower while going heavier? (55:57)
- #Quah question #2 - What are some very explosive movements or compound lifts that really help with explosive and speed training? (1:01:15)
- #Quah question #3 - What are some of your favorite and most effective modes of exercise outside of resistance training? (1:09:57)
- #Quah question #4 - What old-school training techniques should make a comeback? (1:16:13)
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People Mentioned
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