What to Look For When Choosing a Personal Trainer

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: Why is it so hard to be fit and healthy? Find the solution for yourself. (2:08)

• The value of daydreaming. (24:48)

• Outsourcing thinking. (26:21)

• When will every household have a robot? (33:20)

• Why doing a little more exercise for the average person is better. (37:47)

• High-quality protein makes a difference. (40:43)

• Having too much choice is a problem. (44:01)

• Feel-good product. (49:32)

• The satiety effects of protein. (50:30)

• Dance party. (52:44)

• #Quah question #1 – What is the best way to make sure your form is good when you have no mirrors, no spotter, or trainer to help you? (55:32)

• #Quah question #2 – What should I look for when choosing a personal trainer? (58:34)

• #Quah question #3 – What are your top 3 recommended rotational moves for someone who mostly does bodybuilder-type training? (1:01:50)

• #Quah question #4 – Is fitness a viable career in today's climate, or are you forced to be an influencer if you want any remote clients? (1:06:00)

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