2621: Top 5 Most Controversial Fitness & Diet Tips & More (Listener Live Coaching)
Release Date: 06/18/2025
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
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The 8 Most Controversial and Awesome Strength Training Exercises Every exercise is good if applied properly, with good mobility and stability. (0:49) The 8 Most Controversial and Awesome Strength Training Exercises, Who They’re For, Who Should Do Them, and How to Apply Them. #1 - Behind the neck press. (3:00) #2 - Upright row. (8:14) #3 - Kipping pull-up. (11:10) #4 - Barbell good morning. (17:27) #5 - Box jumps. (19:14) #6 - Behind neck pull down. (23:53) #7 - Roman chair sit-ups. (26:29) #8 - Jefferson curl. (29:25) Honorable mention: Sissy squats. (33:25) ...
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Fitness Secrets from Military Veteran & Celebrity Trainer Aaron Williamson The catalyst for joining the Marine Corps. (1:51) His traumatic childhood. (4:44) As a team, you are only as strong as your weakest link. (7:43) His most humble duty. (11:00) His time working at the Pentagon. (16:13) There is no safe space from a rocket. (19:17) Fighting for his life mentally. (21:38) His Hollywood destiny. (23:57) The COVID impact on his life. (31:14) His stellate ganglion block experience. (34:40) The importance and value of getting your bloodwork done. (40:52) Being a...
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Why Biohacking Sucks for Longevity Defining Biohacking. (0:59) The Top 3 Categories that Biohackers Like to Focus On. (4:41) #1 - Wearable devices. (5:30) #2 - Nootropics. (13:32) #3 – NAD. (17:23) What to do instead: Eat only whole foods. (19:27) Get good sleep. (26:39) Walk daily. (33:08) Lift weights. (39:04) Find a way to serve, give or teach. (43:43) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Launch: ** Code 50LONG for $50 off, now $97 (regularly $147). Bonuses: Forum access for a year ($97), Post-Launch Kickoff Zoom call ($97). Expires on 6/22 (30-day...
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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 top 5 most controversial fitness & diet tips. (2:01) Striking trends in strength training. (25:34) Mind Pump Recommends Cabrini on Prime Video. (30:38) Alex Hormozi’s building business for strangers. (35:23) You may never want to chew gum again! (36:44) Most iconic sitcom characters. (43:50) Cutting out the iPad. (47:33) Lesser-known cannabinoids and their effect on the body. (51:35) Mind Pump is looking for trainers. Apply today! (54:08) ...
info_outlineIn this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.
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Mind Pump Fit Tip: The top 5 most controversial fitness & diet tips. (2:01)
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Striking trends in strength training. (25:34)
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Mind Pump Recommends Cabrini on Prime Video. (30:38)
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Alex Hormozi’s building business for strangers. (35:23)
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You may never want to chew gum again! (36:44)
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Most iconic sitcom characters. (43:50)
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Cutting out the iPad. (47:33)
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Lesser-known cannabinoids and their effect on the body. (51:35)
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Mind Pump is looking for trainers. Apply today! (54:08)
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#ListenerLive question #1 – Should I try to cut to get to a lower weight class or should I bulk, build more strength, and go up in the weight class? (56:24)
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#ListenerLive question #2 – Am I doing myself any harm by extending your MAPS Powerlift program to a 9–10-day program? (1:03:56)
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#ListenerLive question #3 – If I'm structuring my coaching business completely remotely, how could I incorporate some sort of assessment into a virtual session? (1:08:30)
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#ListenerLive question #4 – Which medical specialty would allow me to help people the way you guys have disrupted the fitness industry? (1:21:16)
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Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off **
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Special MAPS Longevity Launch ** Code 50LONG for $50 off for launch price $97 ($147 retail). Bonuses: Forum access for a year $97, Post Launch Kick off Zoom call $97, Expires on 6/22 (30 Day money back guarantee). **
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June Special: Shredded Summer Bundle or Bikini Bundle 50% off! ** Code JUNE50 at checkout **
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People Mentioned
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Zach Bitter (@zachbitter) Instagram
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Mikhaila Peterson (@mikhailapeterson) Instagram
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Alex Hormozi (@hormozi) Instagram
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Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram
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Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram
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Dr. Gabrielle Lyon (@drgabriellelyon) Instagram