The Sleep-Fitness Connection

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)

• Adam’s ribs are the best. (47:02)

• What makes a trainer or coach effective. (49:51)

• Crazy stats with Adam. (55:09)

• We are heading towards an existential crisis. (57:01)

• Like father, like son. (58:55)

• #Quah question #1 – How can I work on getting deeper into the squat position? (1:00:45)

• #Quah question #2 – As a trainer, are you still learning something new every day? If so, what? (1:03:40)

• #Quah question #3 – How do you transition to a healthy relationship with food, after counting macros and being regimented a long time? (1:07:08)

• #Quah question #4 – Tips on coming back from being sick. I've been out with double sinus and ear infections since 4/17. No lifting, no anything for 12 days. Lost 5lbs and feeling weak. What do I do, same workout, lower weights? Lower weights, lower reps? (1:10:36)

Related Links/Products Mentioned

• Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer!  ** New users that sign up will receive 2 grassfed and finished filet mignons in every box for a year + $20 off! **

• Visit Rock Recovery Center for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Ben and Tom know firsthand the struggles of addiction and alcoholism. With years of experience helping thousands of individuals, they offer a free consultation call to discuss your situation. Whether you’re personally battling addiction or have a loved one in need of help, they’re here to guide you toward the support you need. By filling out the form and scheduling your call, you’ll also be entered for a chance to win a free 60-day scholarship at Rock Recovery Center, their premier treatment center in West Palm Beach, Florida. Don’t wait—take the first step today. **

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• The effect of acute sleep deprivation on skeletal muscle protein synthesis and the hormonal environment

• Single dose creatine improves cognitive performance and induces changes in cerebral high energy phosphates during sleep deprivation

• Mind Pump # 2392: Steps to Overcoming Addiction with Tom Conrad & Ben Bueno

• Reach out to Mark via email: mark.mahon89@gmail.com

• Real Recovery Talk Podcast - Mark Took a Chance… and It Changed His Life

• Andy Elliot IG post

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• Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. **

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• Intuitive Nutrition Guide | MAPS Fitness Products 

• Mind Pump # 1397: 5 Ways to Maintain Muscle When You’re Sick or Injured

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• Mind Pump Free Resources

People Mentioned

• Thomas Conrad (@realrecoverytalktom) Instagram

• Ben Bueno (@realrecoverytalkben) Instagram

• Andy Elliott (@officialandyelliott) Instagram

• Jordan B. Peterson (@JordanBPeterson) X/Twitter

• Jordan Syatt (@syattfitness) Instagram

• Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym) Instagram

• Tom Bilyeu (@tombilyeu) Instagram

• Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram

• Jordan Jiunta (@redwiteandjordan) Instagram