2683: Weird workout hacks that Build Muscle Fast & More (Listener Coaching)
Release Date: 09/12/2025
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
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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: Weird workout hacks that BUILD MUSCLE FAST! (2:03) Is there a link between eating meat and cancer risk? (23:48) GLP-1s and the obesity rate. (29:31) Ground beef vs soy for muscle protein synthesis. (35:46) Butcher Box has seasonings! (37:30) How there is a tradeoff between size and endurance. (39:35) The Rock’s DRASTIC physical transformation. (43:28) Ashwagandha to help reduce anxiety. (50:35) #Quah...
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Nine Fitness Coaches That Should Be Fired There’s no better thing than a GOOD personal trainer or coach. (1:25) Nine Fitness Coaches That Should Be Fired #1 - The hype machine. (3:53) #2 – Shame guy. (8:38) #3 - Intensity over technique. (11:10) #4 - The low-calorie solves everything person. (13:59) #5 – The absent coach. (16:01) #6 – Everything, but the kitchen sink all at once coach. (18:04) #7 - All they do is talk, never listen. (20:00) #8 - Know everything guy. (23:02) #9 - Treats you like a competitor. (25:00) Related Links/Products Mentioned ...
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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Get WAY rounder delts in 60 days! (2:21) An ALARMING study concerning ultra-processed foods. (19:30) Drink beet juice, lower your blood pressure! (30:53) One of the MOST important things we should focus on as we age. (33:13) Sin feels fine, until you try and stop. (37:53) Who’s more likely to snoop around? (44:31) Ja Rule’s BIG regret. (51:00) Guy’s nicknames are brutal. (53:07) #ListenerLive question #1 – How can I best get ready for the competition and...
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Losing weight, while hard, is not NEARLY as challenging as maintaining it. (1:14) Activity is not common. (3:59) Has to be a process that you ENJOY. (4:41) It’s not about perfect. It’s how to do this FOREVER. (6:58) The Fitness Obstacles Women Face and How to Solve Them #1 - Low energy from long layoff. (11:05) #2 – RESULTS-orientated. (20:04) #3 - Lacking confidence with weights as a newbie. (22:44) #4 - Very busy. (26:27) Simple advice on your nutrition. (29:14) Supplements. (33:19) Muscle Mommy Movement Quiz: What avatar do you fit under? (34:03) Related Links/Products Mentioned ...
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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 10 BIGGEST Gym Mistakes That are Killing Your Gains. (2:05) The ‘Horny Stack’ is a good time! (28:49) Gym language. (29:51) Teasing your kids. (32:31) Consistency, appreciation, and making an effort in relationships. (44:45) The most rewarding partnership. (53:02) Muscle Mommy Movement Quiz. (55:11) #ListenerLive question #1 – I know you guys have said stubborn fat is usually just a matter of patience, but is there a point where hormones, metabolism, or other...
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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: How to Eat Carbs for Muscle Gain & Fat Loss. (1:19) Crazy with quality. (20:18) Amazon hustle. (23:46) The benefits of religion. (28:19) How do active parents influence their children's fitness? (33:34) Kids say the darndest things. (34:42) The Batman villains. (35:21) Mind Pump Recommends: Who Would Win? Book Series. (38:15) The ‘Wolverine Stack’ to cut recovery time in half! (44:25) ...
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Why All Women Need to Lift Weights The MASSIVE growth of the Muscle Mommy avatar. (1:06) 8 Reasons Why All Women Need to Lift Weights #1 - Its empowering. (4:51) #2 - It strengthens bones. (8:25) #3 - It helps regulate hormones. (11:35) #4 - It’s anti-anxiety and depression. (15:16) #5 - You can eat more. (17:25) #6 - You trade the scale for weights. (21:08) #7 - It’s more fun than the treadmill. (23:35) #8 - You don’t need to do a lot of it. (26:20) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP and save up to 31%, plus...
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In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Gain an Inch on Your Arms in 90 days! (1:48) Protein shake engineering is WILD! (14:32) Christian revival with the youth. (17:02) Listen to this before using AI. (20:46) The kids just don’t understand. (27:42) Guy’s doing stupid things. (32:25) Feeding the idol you are trying to break. (33:55) Terrible tattoo trends. (35:20) What’s rarer? Benching 225 or having 10 million net worth? (38:43) Teenager drivers....
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The FASTEST Way to Get Lean if Money Wasn’t an Issue It’s EXTREMELY expensive to be unhealthy. (1:02) The 7 FASTEST Ways to Get Lean if Money Wasn’t an Issue #1 - Hire a trainer 3 days a week. (3:10) #2 - Hire an online coach for diet. (8:10) #3 - Get a meal prepping service. (12:18) #4 - Optimize your hormones with HRT. (14:24) #5 - Use a GLP-1 and other peptides. (17:18) #6 - Get an Eight Sleep system. (19:19) #7 - Supplements for nutrients. (20:45) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get your free Sample Pack with any “drink mix” purchase! Find your favorite...
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.
- Mind Pump Fit Tip: Weird workout hacks that BUILD MUSCLE FAST! (2:03)
- Is there a link between eating meat and cancer risk? (23:48)
- GLP-1s and the obesity rate. (29:31)
- Ground beef vs soy for muscle protein synthesis. (35:46)
- Butcher Box has seasonings! (37:30)
- How there is a tradeoff between size and endurance. (39:35)
- The Rock’s DRASTIC physical transformation. (43:28)
- Ashwagandha to help reduce anxiety. (50:35)
- #Quah question #1 – How does a person with a full-time desk job and a family find time to get the appropriate amount of weights in for strength each week, the appropriate amount of movement each day (steps), the appropriate amount of cardio, and HIT cardio each week? (53:09)
- #Quah question #2 – If I'm not hungry at the end of the day but haven't hit my caloric or protein goals for the day, should I still eat? (56:36)
- #Quah question #3 – What is your best advice for a former college athlete who is finding out that lifting after college is hard when the last four years were filled with team lifts written by the coaches? I love lifting and how great it makes me feel, but I've struggled with gym consistency after graduating from college and have gained some weight that I'd like to get rid of. (57:51)
- #Quah question #4 – How do you decide whether to keep fitness as a hobby or turn it into a career? (59:51)
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