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2209: How Cutting Can Contribute to Muscle Growth, the Value of Yoga for Muscle, Strength & Performance, What to Do if Deadlifting Keeps Tweaking Your Back & More (Listener Live Coaching)

Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

Release Date: 11/18/2023

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Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

Should you bulk, cut, or try to recomposition your body? In this episode of the Mind Pump Podcast, Sal, Adam, and Justin break down one of the most confusing decisions in fitness: when to bulk, when to cut, and when body recomposition actually makes sense. They explain why most people struggle with fat loss long term, why starting with a bulk or reverse diet can actually make fat loss easier, and how building muscle creates the metabolic “runway” needed for sustainable results. The guys discuss the psychological challenges of dieting, the mistakes many trainers make when cutting calories...

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In this episode of the Mind Pump Podcast, Sal, Adam, and Justin coach live callers on fitness, training, and nutrition strategies. They open the show discussing why fat burner supplements are mostly a waste of money, the science behind probiotics and gut health, and surprising research around PDE5 inhibitors (like Viagra) and cardiovascular health. They also debate supplements, discuss parenting and teaching kids financial habits, and explore emerging tech like Tesla tunnels in Las Vegas. Later, they coach listeners on training goals after 40, fat loss struggles, bulking vs cutting, and...

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In this episode of Mind Pump, Sal, Adam, and Justin break down why cutting body fat isn’t always the best strategy; especially for women already around 22% body fat, and explain why building muscle often produces a leaner, healthier physique. They discuss the physiological effects of dieting too lean, including hormonal disruptions, reduced metabolism, and performance declines. The conversation also explores strength gains, muscle memory, recovery, sleep optimization, and the surprising cognitive benefits of creatine. Later, the hosts highlight the impact of good coaching and education in...

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The hosts discuss the growing popularity of Pilates and explain why it can improve movement and stability but isn’t the best tool for building a sculpted physique compared to strength training. They also share stories from family life before diving into a conversation about the risks of people using AI chatbots for companionship and therapy. In the listener Q&A portion, the hosts explain Hyrox competitions, how to adjust training volume when cutting, considerations for training after breast augmentation, and simple strategies for improving pull-ups. The episode blends fitness education,...

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Walking might be the most underrated fat loss tool. In this episode, the hosts break down five reasons why simple daily walking can be more effective and sustainable than many traditional cardio methods. If you're trying to lose fat without overcomplicating your routine, this episode explains why walking should be part of your strategy. How to lose fat in 3 steps: This episode is brought to you by HUEL ! Use code MINDPUMP For MP exclusive offer of 15% OFF . New Customers Only.   00:00 Intro: Why Walking Is an Underrated Fat Loss Tool 00:35 Free Fat Loss Guide + Sponsor Mention 01:38...

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Blended fruit smoothies are often marketed as healthy, but the hosts explain why they can actually sabotage fat loss by spiking blood sugar, reducing satiety, and making it easy to overconsume calories. The conversation shifts into humorous cultural trends, including animal fashion, historical wigs, and strange beauty customs. The hosts also share personal updates, including struggles balancing cardio and lifting, upcoming DEXA results while increasing calories, and intense DIY yard work projects. In the coaching segment, trainers guide callers on choosing the right MAPS programs between...

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 Why Most January Transformations Fail Success isn’t losing weight; it’s keeping it off for the rest of your life. (1:56) 5 Reasons Why Most January Transformations Fail 1. People set the wrong goal. (5:09) 2. People will start in an unsustainable way. (10:48) 3. No plan. (17:13) 4. They adopt a “diet.” (19:03) 5. They don’t focus on building strength first. (22:54) Related Links/Products Mentioned MAPS Transformation Diet Guide – Visit:   Visit  for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP for 10% off your first...

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Mind Pump Fit Tip: Cardio is Good for Fat Loss for 2-3 weeks. After that, it is a Waste of Time! (2:00) 1-minute cardio strategy. (21:58) I do not want to work out with you. (31:05) An INSANE commercial for fat-loss. (33:26) The Hydro Layer from Caldera is voted BEST for anti-aging by Men’s Health Magazine. (41:05) Makeup for men. (42:36) PSA: Close your toilet seat before flushing. (45:56) Experience the difference of liposomal technology. (50:32) Homeschooled vs public school. (52:16) #ListenerCoaching call #1 – Megan from Alberta: Can an injury/imbalance on one end...

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Mind Pump Fit Tip: Build a Butt or Get Abs? Where Do I Start? (2:15) Society’s role in our lack of strength. (19:39) Creating artificial adversity with today’s youth. (22:49) Did our generation eat worse than this generation? (26:17) Not built for cold weather. (29:32) The difference in how boys and girls play. (33:01) Teaching your children how to save, give, and invest. (34:16) On a ketone kick, and shout out to Scared Shitless Fitness. (41:57) The cartel is scary. (47:28) Project Artichoke. (49:09) Trade freedom for safety? (51:00) Is this really protein?!...

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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.

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  • The struggle to sell apparel. (21:23)

  • How certain types of light can affect your ability to perform, learn, and retain information. (25:04)

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  • In many ways, we feel the pain we expect to feel. (32:15)

  • How many steps does the average hunter-gatherer take daily? (37:19)

  • Introducing Mind Pump’s Personal Trainer 3-Day Training seminar. (40:11)

  • Legion has stacks! (41:19)

  • Strengthening the argument that we are NOT suffering from an obesity epidemic, but rather a lack of muscle. (45:27)

  • A conversation on porn’s effect on men and social media’s effect on women. (51:24)

  • Are we conditioning our kids/this generation to be so okay with something always watching them? (1:05:20)

  • Shout out to Konstantin Kisin. (1:07:27)

  • #ListenerLive question #1 - Is there a way to drop from 18% body fat to 15% body fat and add size for someone over the age of 50? (1:08:45)

  • #ListenerLive question #2 - How can I get buy-in on the value of Yoga with the other male PE teachers who are also coaches on campus? (1:20:38)

  • #ListenerLive question #3 - What advice would you have to get more calories in? (1:35:15)

  • #ListenerLive question #4 - Is there an optimal amount of sets/reps/frequency I should be doing QL-type rehab movements to ensure I won’t keep tweaking my back when deadlifting? (1:51:31)

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