2515: How to Become a Successful Trainer in 2025
Release Date: 01/20/2025
2551: Can Being “Too Healthy” Be a Bad Thing?... & 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: Can being too healthy be a bad thing? (2:47) Making the case for taking higher doses of creatine. (26:37) The methylene blue trend. (29:40) The value of Lent. (32:02) Sal’s break from lust. (36:41) Reversing an aging heart. (45:00) Enhancing your savory dishes with Paleovalley’s latest bone broth protein. (49:40) #ListenerLive question #1 – What's the difference between reverse dieting and bulking? (53:01) #ListenerLive question #2 – I thought I would lean...
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2550: Cutting Edge Peptides for Fat Loss & Muscle Building with Alex Kikel
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
Cutting Edge Peptide Fat Loss & Muscle Building with Alex Kikel What’s the deal with methylene blue? (2:02) His background in the peptide space. (9:09) How common is it for a professional athlete to have someone work with them who is NOT their doctor? (11:22) Why he believes there is not a biological problem he cannot fix. (12:38) How nicotine is protective of long COVID symptoms. (13:37) The effects and benefits of nicotine. (15:12) How would he program these things to an athlete? (17:48) Can we counter the effects of microplastics in our brain? (21:07) The common...
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2549: Body Part Split Vs. Full Body... How to Know Which One is Best for You & More (Listener Live Coaching)
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
Mind Pump Fit Tip: Stop your full-body or split routine now! It might be killing your gains! (2:14) Do you want to eat more, bump your calories, and protein? Eat grass-fed! (22:57) Brain cancer and diet. (26:07) Sal’s beefy. (33:33) The impact of group coaching. (36:28) “You got really nice skin bro.” (40:24) The age of the AI influencer. (42:21) The Christianity explosion. (49:49) #ListenerLive question #1 – Do you have any information about the impact of weightlifting/resistance training on liver function tests? (54:38) #ListenerLive question #2 – What foods...
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2548: The 5 BEST Sources of Protein for Bodybuilding & More (Listener Coaching)
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
Mind Pump Fit Tip: The five BEST sources of protein for bodybuilding. (1:44) What body types have advantages with certain lifts? (21:38) Mind Pump’s Vuori favorites. (31:29) Probiotics and cognitive function. (36:39) We need to normalize parasites. (40:20) Fun Facts with Justin: What color is crab blood? (43:21) Exercise and dementia. (46:33) Transform your body in 90 days! (51:02) #Quah question #1 – I’ve been a yo-yo dieter for years. I’m doing MAPS Starter and have maybe 50lbs to lose. Should I do this in a bulk or cut? (55:13) #Quah question #2 – What is the...
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2547: Stop Trying to Get Your Kids in Shape! Do This Instead!
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
Stop Trying to Get Your Kids in Shape! Do This Instead! Stop trying to get your kids in shape! Try these 6 methods instead. (1:38) #1 - Be the example. (2:15) #2 - Foster a good relationship with exercise and eating healthy. (9:43) #3 - Give them options consisting of protein, something new, something they love. (17:22) #4 - Use bodyweight and suspension trainers. (25:17) #5 - Play with them. (27:03) #6 - Reduce screen time with time limits. (31:57) Questions: I have dual custody, and my ex doesn’t agree with my approach to health and fitness. How do you suggest navigating...
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2546: Five Weird Hacks to Speed Up Recovery & 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: Five weird & proven hacks to SPEED up recovery. (2:46) Why you MUST have high standards when it comes to your supplements. (14:55) Muscle dysmorphia. (20:55) The Cola Wars saga. (24:47) Any guesses on how Sal injured his hamstring? (27:00) Surprising foods that contain red dyes. (31:25) An alarming recent study on long COVID. (35:38) Kids say and do the darndest things. (38:03) Shout out to the Whole-Brain Child book. (39:42) #ListenerLive question #1 – Is...
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2545: Transform Your Body in 90 Days
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
Get Crazy Results in 90 Days! | MAPS Transform If you want your body to adapt and change, you must do it the RIGHT way! (1:59) Breaking down how you can get CRAZY results in 90 days: First 30 Days (8:18) Start SLOW (maximize adaptation and minimize recovery time) Five workout days a week Reverse diet Second 30 Days (17:07) Increase volume and intensity (takes more to trigger growth, move to a general split, sets are up with bulk and down with cut) Cut down workouts to 4 days a week Mini cuts mini bulks for diet Third 30 Days (23:38) Move to full body...
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2544: Five Sneaky & Easy Ways to Eat More Protein & More (Listener Live Coaching)
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
Mind Pump Fit Tip: Five SNEAKY and EASY ways to BOOST protein intake. (1:48) Three PROVEN movements to increase your push press. (19:37) Grip strength and its association with longevity. (29:04) Is AI making us dumber? (33:47) Four proven ingredients for a happy, lasting marriage. (36:00) An option when you can’t get your veggies in. (43:39) Weird Science with Sal: Rupert’s Drop. (44:57) Natural formations that look REAL. (49:37) #ListenerLive question #1 – Why can't I lean down and get better muscle definition? (55:18) #ListenerLive question #2 – Does metabolism...
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2543: Beware of This Kind of "Scientific" Fat Loss or Muscle Building Study...It May be Flowed & More (Listener Coaching)
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions from the Sunday @mindpumpmedia Quah post. Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you follow scientific studies to determine what to do for fat loss and muscle gain, STOP NOW! Consider these things first. (1:42) The interesting side effect of customers who consume LMNT. (24:01) Don’t be afraid of some germs. (26:24) Encouraging signs when it comes to government policies on health. (31:09) Sex and poor health correlation. (38:36) The #1 predictor of child abuse. (40:11) Why do people end up in divorce?...
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2542: Five Steps You Can Take To Get Back Into Shape Fast
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
5 Steps You Can Take to Get Back into Shape Fast 5 Steps You Can Take to Get Back into Shape Fast #1 - Eat more protein. (1:30) #2 - Lift weights (most days). (9:17) #3 - Walk after every meal. (15:17) #4 - Go to bed early. (19:07) #5 - Hire a coach. (21:20) Questions: Why is the fail rate so high for getting back into shape? (24:50) Is running a good way to get back into shape? (27:05) Should I start my fitness journey with a long fast? (29:11) What is the success rate for gym vs at-home workouts? (30:15) I have a lot of weight to lose. Should I lose weight first then...
info_outlineBecome a Successful Trainer in 2025
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Statistics to illustrate the potential of becoming a trainer. (1:13)
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Built in purpose. (8:55)
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Personal growth. (11:03)
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Learn to maximize your opportunities and efforts. (12:05)
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5 Steps to Become a Successful Trainer in 2025.
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#1 - Know your numbers. (13:09)
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#2 - Learn SALES. (21:41)
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#3 - Educate yourself. (27:22)
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#4 - Find a mentor. (32:11)
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#5 - Build a network. (37:57)
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Questions:
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What are the best certifications? (41:52)
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Is a degree necessary or valuable? (43:28)
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Which is better, a big box gym or private studio? (45:38)
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Personal Trainer Job Outlook: Looking past 2025 - Trainer Academy
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Mind Pump #2482: Success Secrets from Badass 8-Figure Entrepreneur Jasmine Star
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People Mentioned
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Ben Greenfield (@bengreenfieldfitness) Instagram
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Jasmine Star (@jasminestar) Instagram