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
Release Date: 12/01/2023
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: Awesome Side Effects of Fitness. (2:20) New kind of soda that combines the classic soda taste with the benefits of a functional ingredient blend to support digestive health. (24:41) Kids love metal. (28:20) Reflecting on traits your kids have that you share (good and bad). (29:43) The mischievous and nefarious acts of AI. (46:10) Improving your liver health with Dose. (52:26) The future of crypto. (56:45) A real-life American hero. (58:08) #ListenerCoaching call #1...
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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 Surprising Benefits of Gaining Body Fat. (2:27) How Adam is supplementing EAA’s to get the benefits of a high-protein diet. (18:17) Trainer wisdom. (24:13) Rocky Marciano's RELENTLESS training routine. (35:53) Silly things we did without tech. (41:32) Is creativity lost with the youth? (45:27) A scary lie women are fed. (49:14) High-protein snacks that taste GREAT! (56:43) #Quah question...
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How to Stay on Track without Cooking or Meal Prepping (DoorDash Diet) It’s possible to get in shape if you know what you are doing. (1:52) Meal prepping is best, but CONVENIENCE is a real value. (3:10) General Rules on How to Stay on Track without Cooking or Meal Prepping. (6:35) #1 – Prioritize protein. (7:00) #2 – Overestimate the calories. (10:18) #3 – Avoid fried foods, sugar, and carb-centric meals. (12:09) #4 – Put sauces on the side. (16:29) #5 – Think about order AHEAD of time. (18:06) #6 – GOOD options. (19:48) #7 – Mind Pump DoorDash Diet Guide!...
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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Become a Bodybuilder AND Run a Marathon! Here is How. (3:05) Red-light therapy for muscle gains! (26:48) Bathroom habits. (31:28) Daycare fraud. (34:12) ADHD drugs don't work the way we thought. (37:22) Video games and technology, the ultimate babysitter. (40:28) A not-so-known supplement for heart health. (45:23) Full-body MRI scan results. (46:25) #ListenerCoaching call #1 – Looking for training and diet advice going into the New Year. (54:42) #ListenerCoaching...
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Prediction on flow of gym traffic for 2026. (1:32) The Ozempic weight-loss strategy. (4:51) Biggest bang for your buck style of training. (8:17) The #1 reason most people fail on their New Year’s resolutions. (9:59) How much strength training is required? (11:14) Priming vs. warm-up. (14:45) The value of the stability ball for beginners. (18:23) How do I measure progress? (21:46) The importance of daily movement. (24:24) What fat loss looks like with strength training. (28:21) Related Links/Products Mentioned : MAPS Starter 50% off! **Code NEWYEAR50 at checkout. ** ...
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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 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. **
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: DON’T be afraid of salt! (2:13)
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If you can’t beat them, join them! (12:13)
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The imminent reverse market crash. (17:32)
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The car market bubble and valet tales. (20:04)
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Naming cars and guitars. (28:40)
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Elon Musk is a ‘billionaire bro’. (31:29)
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The war between Open AI and Google. (35:10)
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An urban legend that turned out to be true. (45:25)
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Searching and categorizing supplements based on your goal. (46:54)
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The benefits of Halo Therapy. (51:17)
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Gargling with salt water may help prevent COVID-19 hospitalization. (53:18)
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Shout out to Elon Musk biography by Walter Isaacson and the Mind Pump Personal Trainer 3-Day Training. (55:14)
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#Quah question #1 - Are your programs designed to have the same weight throughout all sets, or do you adjust it so it’s as heavy as possible for each set in that rep range? (57:09)
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#Quah question #2 - What do you think about doing only concentric exercises for a month or two? What kind of results (negative or positive) would come from only doing this for a phase? (1:00:33)
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#Quah question #3 - How can I increase healthy fat intake without adding too many calories to my diet? (1:03:13)
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#Quah question #4 – What are your thoughts on sauna vs walking? Sauna gets my heart rate higher in 20 minutes than a 20-minute walk. (1:06:37)
Related Links/Products Mentioned
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CYBER MONDAY SPECIAL: ALL MAPS Fitness Products & Bundles 60% off! **Promo code CYBERMONDAY at checkout** (Code expires Sunday, Dec. 1st)
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For a limited time only, Mind Pump listeners get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump
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Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout**
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After Musk sold PayPal, he bought a McLaren F1 — which he later totaled.
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Microsoft and Google are about to Open an AI battle - The Verge
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Foreign TV crew robbed while covering APEC summit in San Francisco
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We Regret To Inform You The Pool Drain/Intestines Thing Is Not An Urban Legend
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New Study: Gargling with Salt Water May Help Prevent Covid Hospitalization
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Personal Trainer 3-Day Training – Starting Jan. 15, 2024
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Visit Joy Mode for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order**
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How Do I Choose The Right Weight? (LIFT RESPONSIBLY) - YouTube
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How To Do The Sled Push The RIGHT Way! (AVOID MISTAKES!) – Mind Pump TV
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Strengthen Lateral Movement with a Lateral Sled Pull – Mind Pump TV
People Mentioned
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Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram
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Jonathan Pageau (@jonathan.pageau) Instagram