2746: Daily Activity Hacks That Actually Burn Fat
Release Date: 12/10/2025
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
MAPS 15 Symmetry The value of running blocks of unilateral training. (1:07) Balancing the body from right to left. (4:42) Breaking down the components of MAPS 15 Symmetry. (8:40) Using unilateral training as a form of corrective exercise. (13:47) 15 minutes to get back on track after the holidays! (15:10) Related Links/Products Mentioned 50% off from Dec. 28-Jan. 3rd 2026. Code DECEMBER50 at checkout. Visit for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code to receive 20% off your first order. **
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MAPS 15 Powerlift The importance of the Big 3. (1:31) Don’t fall for the trap of looking like one of these top athletes. (4:10) Who this program is for. (7:58) Breaking down MAPS 15 Powerlift and what you will get following this style of programming. (9:00) Strengthening weak links and achieving PR’s. (14:11) The next BIG trend is short/daily workouts. (16:21) Related Links/Products Mentioned 50% half from Dec. 21-27th. Code DECEMBER50 at checkout. Visit for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP Buy one, get one 50% off for new...
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Mind Pump Fit Tip: Hacks to increase daily activity for fat loss and health. (2:55)
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Training and fueling your teenage kids, and labor-driven school projects. (20:16)
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The birth of AI consciousness. (26:01)
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Mind Pump Recommends the Age of Disclosure on Prime Video. (32:28)
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Thanksgiving festivities. (43:36)
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Adam updates on the audience on how he is recovering from his Kratom withdrawal. (47:29)
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How dumb bureaucracy is. (1:02:06)
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#ListenerCoaching call #1 – Could you use any MAPS programs while taking a GLP-1 medication? (1:05:12)
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#ListenerCoaching call #2 – The best MAPS program for a stay-at-home mom who is not getting great sleep. (1:14:19)
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#ListenerCoaching call #3 – How realistic is it to achieve that level of muscle development from a home gym setup? (1:21:51)
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#ListenerCoaching call #4 – A new trainer wanting advice, how to coach reverse dieting to my clients like a pro. (1:29:08)
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People Mentioned
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Bret Weinstein (@bret.weinstein) Instagram
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Andrew Huberman, Ph.D. (@hubermanlab) Instagram
- Layne Norton, Ph.D. (@biolayne) Instagram