EP. 174: In this episode of the Dr. Tyna Show, I had the pleasure of chatting with Sal Di Stefano, co-founder of Mind Pump Media and a powerhouse in the fitness industry. Known for his insightful approach to strength training, Sal shares his journey from trainer to trusted author and podcaster. We dive into the common misconceptions in fitness, the importance of strength training for women, and how to shift your mindset towards health. Whether you're new to strength training or a seasoned pro, Sal's expertise will inspire you to take action. Don't miss this engaging conversation with one of the smartest voices in the strength and fitness industry!

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• Sal’s Instagram
• Mind Pump Instagram
• Mind Pump Website
• Mind Pump Podcast

On This Episode We Cover: 

• 00:00:00 - Introduction
• 00:01:40 - Sal’s backstory 
• 00:07:51 - Sal’s first workout program 
• 00:11:45 - Being a trainer at heart 
• 00:13:27 - The Damage the fitness industry is doing 
• 00:19:46 - Frustration with strength training 
• 00:22:21 - Changing your mindset around fitness and health 
• 00:24:06 - Women and strength training 
• 00:27:12 - Muscle memory and hypertrophy 
• 00:28:18 - Strength training and metabolic health
• 00:32:35 - Resistance training
• 00:36:01 - Hormonal health 
• 00:38:07 - Paradigm shifts around strength training 
• 00:46:02 - Other exercises vs strength training 
• 00:49:15 - Importance of breaks between sets
• 00:53:06 - Downsides of cardio
• 00:55:55 - Muscle mass is a vital sign 
• 00:58:37 - It’s not about mass it’s about strength 
• 01:01:12 - The key to healthy aging 
• 01:07:15 - Mind pump programming

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