2163: The Pros & Cons of the Arnold Press, the Ideal Calorie Surplus to Maximize Muscle Growth While Minimizing Fat Gain, the Best Foot Position for the Barbell Squat & More
Release Date: 09/15/2023
2221: Ways to Develop Strong Hands, How to Peak for a One-Rep Max, Workout Tips for New Parents & More (Listener Live Coaching)
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email [email protected] if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: An active or spiritual practice makes you healthier/happier, and contributes significantly to longevity. (2:33) The famous shell game. (16:30) The ability to create new songs with old artists. (19:31) Celebrating the Godfather of rock n’ roll. (21:58) Evidence of social contagion. (23:41) The climate is NOT God. (28:43) Is everything that goes viral staged? (32:07) Kids say...
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2220: How to Stay Consistent With Your Workouts
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
We don’t have a weight loss problem in America, but a KEEP the weight off problem. (1:47) Five Ways to Stay Consistent with Your Workouts. #1 - Set appropriate goals. (6:16) #2 - Make the approach challenging but realistic. (12:00) #3 - Encourage a great workout experience. (16:45) #4 - Don’t beat the crap out of yourself. (19:41) #5 - Point out progress and wins. (24:52) #6 - Don’t shame them, but also be honest and firm. (29:50) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MINDPUMP23 at checkout for 15% off...
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2219: What to Do When Body Fat Doesn’t Drop Even When Cutting Calories, How to Break a Squat Plateau, Ways to Fix an Anterior Pelvic Tilt & More (Listener Live Coaching)
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email [email protected] if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Why Big Food wants you to eat less protein. (1:53) Why is Sal cutting ALL artificial sweeteners? (13:42) Justin’s Christmas tree fiasco. (16:36) The Di Stefano’s chaotic family gathering. (28:48) Changing traditions. (41:22) Inflation is still here. (46:05) Justin’s hamstring snafu. (53:42) Shout out to Mind Pump’s Cyber Monday Special! (59:02) #ListenerLive question...
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2218 How to Pick the Correct Weight to Hit Your Ideal Rep Range, Ways to Increase Healthy Fat Intake Without Adding Too Many Calories, the Pros & Cons of Focusing on Concentric Exercises & More
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
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: DON’T be afraid of salt! (2:13) If you can’t beat them, join them! (12:13) The imminent reverse market crash. (17:32) The car market bubble and valet tales. (20:04) Naming cars and guitars. (28:40) Elon Musk is a ‘billionaire bro’. (31:29) The war between Open AI and Google. (35:10) An urban legend that turned out to be true. (45:25) Searching and categorizing supplements based...
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2217: Dr. Jordan B. Peterson
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
The goal and reason why he created the ARC (Alliance for Responsible Citizenship) conference. (1:41) The hierarchy of values. (14:12) Why narratives/stories are important to humans. (19:47) How biblical stories are at the core of the shared story we all see the world. (32:20) The basic flaw in diversity and multicultural theory. (39:25) The frightening trend of childlessness among women. (47:28) What drives his natural curiosity? (54:15) Which reality are we going to choose? (1:01:40) The importance of ‘play’ with our children. (1:04:20) The differences between the...
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2216: The Real Value of Training to Failure, Strategies to Get Shredded Before an Event, Workout Tips for Those With Thyroid Issues & More (Listener Live Coaching)
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email [email protected] if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here’s a protein hack. Drink a small protein shake with every meal. (2:35) Will A.I. be able to assess and figure out someone’s gut microbiome? (10:40) How is it possible to make something so small? (16:25) Is AI evolving as fast as we think? (19:07) 100% human made. (21:53) Things aren’t always what they seem. (30:25) Dennis Rodman is the ultimate trendsetter. (35:25) The...
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2215: Simple Hacks to Improve Any Marriage With Adam Lane Smith
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
Installment #4: How to make marriage work in this complicated world. (1:30) Topics covered in this segment. (2:01) Staggering statistics on divorce. (5:02) Is there a reason to get married? (8:25) How people view marriage today. (11:36) Why do people cheat? (16:47) How attachment issues poison marriages over time. (21:36) The kid complication factor. (25:12) Any marriage can be fixed, as long as both partners are willing to do the work to fix it. (30:12) Treating marriage like a business. (35:57) The State of the Union meeting to check in on your marriage. (42:15) The four-step method to...
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2214: What to Do if You Are Young & Have Low Testosterone, the Dangers of Eating Too Much Protein, How to Continue to Progress After Years of Consistent Training & More (Listener Live Coaching)
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: FIX your gut health and chronic inflammation may be solved. (1:49) Spilling ALL the tea on Gary Brecka. (10:36) A pill that affects your decision-making. (21:28) The tallest slide in the world! (27:00) When training with David Goggins does NOT make sense. (30:43) Houses today are NOT the same size they used to be. (33:49) The best South Park episode ever! (43:11) A technique to dramatically improve your creative thinking space. (44:19) People like gummies. (47:46) ...
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2213: The Best Way to Quit Sugar, Effective Squat & Romanian Deadlift Substitutes, the Dangers of Locking Out Arms During Pressing Exercises & More
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
Mind Pump Fit Tip: Quality of life is also a facet of health, so don’t be so perfect that you ignore it. (2:25) The most enjoyable phases with your kids. (16:27) In the real world, there are checks and balances to what you say. (25:46) Creating deliberate boundaries with social media. (33:34) How Caldera’s face serum encourages a balanced microbiome. (42:52) The more you know: Strange uses of toothpaste. (45:12) Styles that come and go. (49:43) Shout out to Mind Pump’s Personal Trainer 3-Day Training. (51:16) #Quah question #1 - What's the best way to quit sugar? I feel...
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2212: The Value of a “Dirty Bulk”
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
What is a “dirty” bulk? (2:23) The bad things that get associated with a “dirty” bulk and who it is NOT for. (4:12) Who would benefit from a “dirty” bulk? (19:32) The gains from doing this. (27:52) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MPM at checkout for 10% off their order or 10% off their first month of a subscribe-and-save.** BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL: ALL 60% off! **Promo code BLACKFRIDAY at checkout** (Code expires Sunday Nov. 26th)
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.
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Mind Pump Fit Tip: You may be struggling with weight loss because of bacteria! (1:39)
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Another update from Sal on his latest Ketamine therapy session. (18:27)
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Eight Sleep is on a whole other level! (42:45)
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How the greatest hypertrophy gains within a rep come from the stretch portion. (49:44)
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Shout out to Harmoine Stone. (53:42)
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#Quah question #1 - What do you guys think about the Arnold Press? Many people say it's a waste of time. (55:10)
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#Quah question #2 - How much of a calorie surplus should I be in for minimal fat gain but maximum muscle gain? (1:00:54)
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#Quah question #3 - Barbell squats: Is there a best way? Toes pointed straight forward or out? (1:05:09)
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#Quah question #4 - How would you say your relationship with your wives changed through their pregnancy and after having kids? I’m super excited for my husband and I to be moving towards that phase, but also nervous about how things may change. (1:09:30)
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Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! **Save $150 on the Pod Cover.**
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September Promotion: MAPS Symmetry | RGB Bundle 50% off! **Code SEPTEMBER50 at checkout**
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Prolonged transfer of feces from the lean mice modulates gut microbiota in obese mice
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Mind Pump #2155: The Art & Science Of Building Perfect Butts With Bret Contreras
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Visit Hiya for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners!
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One Arm Arnold Press- Improve Shoulder Mobility & Development
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Mind Pump #2092: How To Cultivate Amazing Relationships With Adam Lane Smith
People Mentioned
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Bret Contreras PhD (@bretcontreras1) Instagram
Adam | Relationship Psychology (@attachmentadam) Instagram