2587: This is What a Great Trainer Looks Like With Ben Bruno
Release Date: 05/01/2025
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: Six Weird Lifts That Make You Strong AF!(1:39) The importance of a good night’s sleep. (18:31) Creatine to improve brain function. (24:59) A check-in with Mark who was a former winner of the Rock Recovery Center scholarship. (26:21) Calling out poor trainers in the space and the importance of building your business the RIGHT way. (39:03) Social media does NOT reflect reality. (44:33) ...
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6 Things Every Dad Should Do The fatherless effect. (1:10) Dad’s impact on the health of the family. (3:39) 6 Things Every New Dad Should Do #1 - Be strong and fit. (5:44) #2 - Be hard-working. (13:41) #3 - Learn how to defend your family. (17:24) #4 - Understand your wife. (21:48) #5 - Pursue faith. (29:20) #6 - Invest well. (37:14) Questions: What’s the best workout? (44:15) Best supplements? (45:36) Any good books? (46:36) What about TRT? (47:44) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code...
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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The best exercises for every body part for bodybuilding. (2:20) Colostrum for gut health. (14:48) Selling the muscle memory investment strategy. (18:19) How sauna use improves vo2 max when combined with exercise. (30:20) Reducing puffy eyes with Caldera. (33:08) Are lambs immune to snake venom? (36:04) Why the change in dog poop color? (38:17) The weirdest thing the guys have eaten. (42:07) Creatine side effects. (49:52) #ListenerLive question #1 – I am having...
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How Moms Crush Fitness Goals A mother’s sacrifice for their family. (1:31) Fitness physics. (4:36) The MOST effective intervention for anxiety and depression is becoming more fit and healthy. (7:10) The downstream effects of mom becoming healthier & fit. (8:45) #1 - Your example improves the health of the family. (10:07) #2 - It doesn’t take much time to make a huge impact with proper strength training. (20:00) #3 - Focus on health/performance, and the rest follows. (24:13) #4 - A fit, healthier version of you is most effective. (29:50) Questions: How should I...
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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 REAL food makes you lean and healthy. (1:53) What compound has Sal excited? (28:28) Like fathers, like sons. (32:55) Dahlia has hit the gangster stage. (37:08) Kids say the darndest things. (38:44) The ultimate duo for gut repair and inflammation. (39:43) Justin has a bone to pick. (42:10) Interesting bragging rights. (48:50) Chlorine and dry skin remedies. (51:24) #ListenerLive question #1 – With a goal of overall health and longevity, how could I...
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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 perfect 6-step pre-workout. (1:11) How long do you have to be off caffeine before you are new to it again? (18:34) Not discounting the quality of life. (22:12) #Skinnytok and bad trends. (30:51) Sold on the Christian revival? (45:10) Vuori’s wild growth. (51:49) Sign up today for the 3-part bonus trainer series! (54:24) #Quah question #1 – How many times in a year should I switch...
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Ben Bruno How long has he been training? (1:11) His love/hate relationship with the social media space with fitness. (2:05) The keys to building life-long clients. (16:25) The art of meeting a client where they are. (27:42) The simple traits that set good trainers apart. (29:52) Star f*****. (43:01) Do right by people. (50:50) His mentors in the fitness space. (55:59) Being a generalist vs. having a niche. (1:02:19) As a trainer you can only have good days and great days. (1:06:44) Training actors vs. athletes. (1:12:06) What clients have made the biggest impact on him?...
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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 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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How long has he been training? (1:11)
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His love/hate relationship with the social media space with fitness. (2:05)
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The keys to building life-long clients. (16:25)
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The art of meeting a client where they are. (27:42)
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The simple traits that set good trainers apart. (29:52)
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Star f*****. (43:01)
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Do right by people. (50:50)
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His mentors in the fitness space. (55:59)
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Being a generalist vs. having a niche. (1:02:19)
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As a trainer you can only have good days and great days. (1:06:44)
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Training actors vs. athletes. (1:12:06)
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What clients have made the biggest impact on him? (1:16:36)
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Life is not all you see on social media. (1:19:11)
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Frustrating “science dorks.” (1:21:24)
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Is the barbell hip thrust overrated? (1:30:17)
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Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. (1:34:23)
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Knowing your audience and how to speak. (1:44:30)
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Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP20 for 20% off your first order of their best products. **
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Featured Guest/People Mentioned
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Ben Bruno (@benbrunotraining) Instagram
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Chelsea Handler (@chelseahandler) Instagram
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DON SALADINO (@donsaladino) Instagram
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Eric Cressey (@ericcressey) Instagram
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Justin Timberlake (@justintimberlake) Instagram
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Mike Boyle (@mbsc_online) Instagram
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Gunnar Peterson (@gunnarfitness) Instagram
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Bret Contreras PhD (@bretcontreras1) Instagram
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Michael Israetel (@drmikeisraetel) Instagram
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Phil Heath (@philheath) Instagram