2550: Cutting Edge Peptides for Fat Loss & Muscle Building with Alex Kikel
Release Date: 03/10/2025
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 5 diets everyone should try at least once. (2:02) If you have non-stick cookware, throw it away! (25:21) The benefits of blood donation for men. (28:42) The neuroprotective benefits of the CBC cannabinoid. (34:14) The end-of-life rally. (39:34) Fun Facts with Justin: Drops in a bottle theory. (44:50) Parent hacks. (50:17) Mind Pump Recommends Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing on Netflix. (52:16) AI bass. (58:17) LMNT x sauna. (1:00:09) ...
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How to Become the Ultimate Hybrid Athlete What is a hybrid athlete, and why is it trending? (1:18) The biggest mistakes this avatar makes. (5:04) How to Become the Ultimate Hybrid Athlete: The Ultimate Balanced Weekly Routine (18:35) Day 1: Focus on strength. Day 2: Mobility. Day 3: Off. Day 4: Functionality. Day 5: Endurance. Day 6&7: Off. Questions: What does a hybrid athlete look like? (26:57) I want to attain a specific look and sculpt my body. Is this the best way to train? (28:39) How can I train like a hybrid athlete with minimal time? (30:38) Related...
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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: How to cold plunge the RIGHT way. (2:05) The power of food. (21:05) Doug’s experience at the World Shakuhachi Festival. (27:38) Wearing the appropriate outfit for where you are. (33:40) Easter with The Di Stefano’s. (40:10) Introducing Mind Pump’s newest partner, Jolie. (47:44) Probiotics as performance-enhancing supplements. (51:36) #ListenerLive question #1 – Should I change anything about my training during this transition period, while I’m still between...
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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 5 BEST ways to do cardio. (1:40) The more you know: Artificial dyes rebranded. (17:34) Genius advertising. (21:31) The great sardine debate. (25:05) The best old school machines. (27:17) An update on Adam’s sleep. (29:56) DOGE. (34:53) The guys go to meat stick flavor. (37:12) The value of the game ‘Peekaboo’ for children. (37:52) Aromatherapy for better sleep. (40:37) ...
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Strange Signs & Symptoms of Perimenopause with Mary Claire Haver What got her into what she does now? (1:30) The dogma surrounding women’s health. (8:05) What is menopause? Perimenopause? (14:56) The average age of menopause. (21:34) How much does birth control mask these symptoms? (22:27) Why she believes antidepressants are overused. (24:00) How much does genetics play a role in the symptoms that women experience versus the way they ate or dieted leading up to perimenopause? (25:31) The not-so-common early signs and symptoms of perimenopause. (27:17) What does hormone...
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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 4 stupid reasons you’re NOT getting results. (2:23) Always be a student. (30:01) Chlorophyll is an excellent detoxifier. (35:56) Yet another come-to-Jesus moment for Sal. (39:03) Interesting snacking trends. (44:53) Mind Pump Live: Trainer Event at Mind Pump HQ. (51:02) Mind Pump Cookoff! (52:11) #ListenerLive question #1 – I feel like I’m doing the right things, but the scale is not moving. Where should I go from here? (55:21) #ListenerLive question #2...
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Junk Volume: Doing Too Much Kills Progress Why this is a bigger problem than fitness fanatics would like to admit. (1:15) What is junk volume? (3:45) Why do we like it? (7:42) Junk Volume: Doing Too Much Kills Progress, Do These 5 Things Instead. #1 - Focus on the exercises that matter. (11:12) #2 - Don’t compromise recovery unless it makes a LOT of sense. (14:40) #3 - The pump doesn’t matter. (23:17) #4 - Total volume is more important than a specific volume. (25:05) #5 - Spend extra time on mobility. (28:49) Questions: What are some of the biggest junk volume...
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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Raise your testosterone in 30 days by following these 5 steps. (1:43) Let’s get clear on detoxification. (25:38) The safety profile of creatine. (28:32) The nefarious agenda against meat. (32:18) Bad Dad moment. (42:14) The use of probiotics to improve muscle strength. (51:02) #ListenerLive question #1 – If I were your client, how would you direct me on my fitness journey and where to go next? (53:52) #ListenerLive question #2 – What are the best alternatives for...
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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: Get abs that pop! The perfect core workout. (1:52) A STAPLE supplement for mental health. (17:35) Parenting blunders. (23:23) Shilajit for gut health! (28:48) The MOST rewarding partnership. (34:19) The protective effects of religion and the father’s impact on their child’s spiritual practice. (37:42) Navigating the ethics of bringing back the dire wolves. (46:36) #Quah question #1 –...
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Should Women Train and Diet Differently from Men? What makes women physically different than men? (1:19) What are some of the considerations you take when training a female? (4:26) Should Women Train and Diet Differently from Men? Diet. (6:59) Training. (12:58) Aesthetics. (16:22) Supplements. (20:45) Special considerations. (22:45) Individual variance trumps everything. (25:16) Questions: Should I train differently based on my cycle? (29:22) Should I take more calcium for osteoporosis risk? (31:53) Best way to exercise while pregnant? (34:14) Related Links/Products...
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What’s the deal with methylene blue? (2:02)
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His background in the peptide space. (9:09)
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How common is it for a professional athlete to have someone work with them who is NOT their doctor? (11:22)
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Why he believes there is not a biological problem he cannot fix. (12:38)
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How nicotine is protective of long COVID symptoms. (13:37)
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The effects and benefits of nicotine. (15:12)
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How would he program these things to an athlete? (17:48)
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Can we counter the effects of microplastics in our brain? (21:07)
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The common stacks for the busy entrepreneur. (25:41)
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Earning the right to get these peptides/stacks. (32:50)
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The common stacks for bodybuilders. (35:37)
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His go-to growth hormone release peptides. (55:53)
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Favorite healing peptides. (57:00)
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Are GLP-1s being used pre-contest in the bodybuilding world? (1:01:44)
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Breaking down the libido-enhancing PT-141 peptide. (1:05:32)
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His thoughts on artificial sweeteners. (1:07:25)
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Why he believes our world is in a renaissance right now. (1:08:53)
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Being open to EVERYTHING. (1:10:42)
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What’s he pumped up about? (1:14:45)
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His take on longevity experts, like Bryan Johnson. (1:16:26)
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His case against sunscreens. (1:18:48)
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Methylene blue: The anti-aging liquid RFK Jr. seems to drink
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Jonathan Butts | Water Revitalization, Structured Water, & Natural Action Tech
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Mind Pump # 2360: What You Need to Know About GLP-1 With Dr. Tyna Moore
Featured Guest/People Mentioned
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Alex Kikel (@alex_kikel) Instagram
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Jay Campbell (@jaycampbell333) Instagram
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Paul Chek (@paul.chek) Instagram
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Mark Bell (@marksmellybell) Instagram
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BioLongevity Labs (@biolongevitylabs) Instagram