2388: The Best Time to Take Creatine, the Pros & Cons of Using Belts & Straps When Lifting, Changing MAPS Programs to Fit Your Goals & MORE (Listener Live Coaching)
Topics include worst shoes for weightlifting, homeschooling misconceptions, risks in hygiene products, leadership qualities, creatine timing, modifying workout routines, using belts and straps, and GLP1s for weight loss.
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Choose unleaded 88 fuel for a cheaper, cleaner, and greener option at the pump.
Avoid using running shoes for heavy lifts to prevent instability and injuries.
Men who kiss their partners goodbye may potentially live four years longer, promoting health and longevity benefits.
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Unleaded 88 Bringing Hype with Benefits
Choosing unleaded 88 at the pump promises a cheaper, cleaner, and greener option compared to regular unleaded fuel. This homegrown fuel provides a sustainable choice that is worth considering for its benefits.
Choose Proper Footwear for Lifting Weights
Wearing the right shoes while lifting is crucial. Avoid using running shoes for heavy lifts like squats and deadlifts, as they may lead to instability and increase the risk of injury. Opt for stable and flat shoes or go barefoot.
Elon Musk's Political Donation Sparks Controversy
Elon Musk's substantial monthly donation to a pro-Trump super PAC has stirred controversy and positioned him as a major donor in the political landscape. His donations have polarized opinions and raised eyebrows across various sectors.
The Benefit of Kissing Goodbye Every Morning
Men who kiss their partners goodbye every morning before work potentially live four years longer. This simple gesture of affection can signify a strong and committed relationship, leading to potential health and longevity benefits.
Ideal Coaching Candidate for GLP-1 Usage
A suitable candidate for GLP-1 usage in coaching is an individual who has long struggled with weight loss, requiring a significant amount to lose, around 30 pounds or more. This person should have a complex relationship with food, facing challenges with maintaining a healthy weight. They have likely attempted various approaches to weight loss without sustainable success, indicating a need for targeted support in managing their weight effectively.
Exclusions for GLP-1 Usage
Individuals with a history of disordered eating, such as anorexia or bulimia, are not ideal candidates for GLP-1 coaching. Additionally, those solely aiming for short-term aesthetic goals, like bikini competitors or bodybuilders preparing for a single event, are not suitable. The focus is on supporting individuals with long-term struggles with weight loss and health, rather than those seeking quick fixes or abusing substances for temporary results.
Mind Pump Fit Tip: The WORST shoes to lift weights in. (1:40)
Doug’s undercover bougie. (7:02)
Dressing up with Vuori. (11:02)
Date night with the Di Stefano’s. (13:39)
Horseback riding with Mind Pump. (15:25)
California wants to own your kids. (20:00)
The misconceptions around homeschooling. (22:45)
Beware of your feminine hygiene products. (25:56)
What are things we will look back on in 50 years and say, “That was crazy we did that?” (29:43)
The origin of the treadmill. (35:56)
Elon is enemy #1. (39:15)
Should the person running the country be a good businessman or a woman? (42:23)
Men who kiss their wives goodbye live longer. (47:13)
Beards bring ‘wizardly’ wisdom. (49:36)
Gym pet peeves. (52:33)
Shout out to The New Confessions of an Economic Hit Man book by John Perkins. (57:01)
#Quah question #1 - When is the best or right time to take Creatine? (58:06)
#Quah question #2 - When following your programs is it ok to replace some upper body movements with lower? I noticed there are too many upper body exercises and as a female, I have a well-developed upper body and only want to maintain it. (1:01:07)
#Quah question #3 - If I have a specific goal of reaching the 1000lb club (deadlift, bench, and squat), is there any point you would suggest using tools such as a belt or straps? (1:06:23)
#Quah question #4 - Can you share who your "ideal" GLP-1 client is for the coaching you are offering? Lately, you have had conversations with listeners who you think are and are not ideal users for GLP1s. Would love to hear you talk more about this. (1:10:46)
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