2158: The Dangers of Back Rounding When Deadlifting, What to Do When One Arm Is Weaker Than the Other, the Importance of Getting Below 90 Degrees When Squatting & More

Sep 8, 2023

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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: Scientific studies are NOT everything! (2:16)
PSA for all inspiring coaches and trainers. (21:49)
There is a HUGE difference between processed and whole meat. (23:26)
Kids say the darndest things. (25:45)
The sad state of Mitch McConnell. (34:55)
How to improve your mood with simple steps. (37:34)
Antidepressants and weight gain. (40:17)
Changing your behaviors to match your lifestyle. (45:37)
A conversation with Alex, the founder of Dynasty, on creating a living trust 100% free. (51:11)
Shout out to Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones on Netflix. (1:10:07)
#Quah question #1 - How do you find and maintain a neutral spine while doing conventional deadlifts? When (if ever) is it normal to see some lower or upper back rounding? (1:10:53)
#Quah question #2 - My right arm is weaker than my left & it affects my barbell curls in that my left doesn't feel fatigued at 8 reps while my right is struggling for form. Should I stay at a lower weight until my right arm catches up or switch to dumbbells? (1:18:02)
#Quah question #3 - Should you not increase the weight when performing a barbell back squat until you can go below 90 degrees? (1:22:10)
#Quah question #4 - If all of you had to do a different podcast, but it couldn't be fitness-related, what would you talk about? (1:26:05)