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Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

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Sep 9, 2023 • 1h 59min

2159: How to Balance Strength Training With Cardio, the Dangers of Too Much Flexibility, What to Do When Your Workout Isn’t Working & More (Listener Live Coaching)

The speakers discuss the importance of observing changes in the skin as indicators of underlying health issues. They explore the impact of various factors on skin health and its connection to overall health. They speculate on the Loch Ness Monster and discuss the dangers of constantly watching the news. They talk about food allergies and intolerances, challenges in changing dietary habits, early commercial uses of x-rays, and struggles in finding affordable art. They also discuss transitioning from a hex bar deadlift to a traditional deadlift, balancing strength training and cardio, fitness culture and body image, and strength training analysis.
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Sep 8, 2023 • 1h 34min

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

The podcast discusses the limitations of scientific studies in the fitness realm, the importance of behavioral psychology in fitness training, the benefits of grass-fed meat, a funny story about a child learning inappropriate language, the effects of long-term use of birth control, a disruptive idea for protecting assets and investments, techniques for maintaining a neutral spine during deadlifts, assessing posture and movement during deadlifts, and the hosts' preferences for vans and childhood memories.
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Sep 7, 2023 • 48min

2157: Using Cardio as a Weight Loss Tool

In this podcast, Sal, Adam, and Justin discuss seven effective ways to use cardio as a weight loss tool. They emphasize the importance of using cardio for stamina, incorporating strength training to support metabolism, and practicing HIIT. They also highlight the significance of using cardio for overall health and doing exercises that you enjoy. Additionally, they provide diet tips and stress the importance of practicing the skill of cardio. The podcast offers valuable insights into using cardio correctly for weight loss.
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Sep 6, 2023 • 1h 55min

2156: Ways to Avoid Muscle Loss From Cardio, the Best Way to Reverse Osteoporosis, Tips to Get a Ravenous Appetite Under Control & More (Listener Live Coaching)

The hosts of Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth, Sal, Adam & Justin, coach four Pump Heads in this episode. They discuss taking a slow and sustainable approach to fitness, reminiscing about pagers and flip phones, challenges faced in eliminating dairy, growth hormone and bone development, the benefits and origins of metformin, exploring supplements and peptides, balancing cardio and muscle building, building community support for exercise and diet, struggling with discipline and binge-eating, and the importance of commitment to goals.
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Sep 4, 2023 • 2h 7min

2155: The Art & Science of Building Perfect Butts With Bret Contreras

Fitness expert Bret Contreras, also known as the Glute Guy, discusses topics such as not charging clients, debunking a fake study on squats vs hip thrusts, the benefits of isometric training, freeways vs machines, old-timey strength training, and unique periodization strategies for strength training.
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Sep 2, 2023 • 1h 44min

2154: Ways to Jump-Start Gains After Hitting a Plateau, Using Deload Weeks to Build More Muscle, What to Do to Build an Amazing Butt After Age 40 & More (Listener Live Coaching)

Danica Patrick, professional race car driver and fan of Mind Pump, joins the hosts to answer listener questions. Topics include post-partum training, achieving specific fitness goals, building a great butt after 40, and deload weeks for muscle building. They also discuss government policies, retirement challenges, the importance of sodium in a healthy diet, and the potential problems of eliminating meat. The hosts share stories about cursed doll Robert and provide advice on transitioning back into weightlifting after postpartum recovery.
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Sep 1, 2023 • 1h 23min

2153: The Best Ways to Kick-Start Glute Growth, Tips for the Behind the Head Shoulder Press, How to Train During Pregnancy & More

The podcast explores the role of genetics and controllable factors in physical performance and appearance. They discuss frugal habits and reusing items to save money. The hosts share personal stories about dressing up and a clothing brand giveaway. They also talk about improving their property based on feedback and discuss digestive enzymes for fitness, glute activation exercises, and the proper technique for the behind the neck shoulder press. The importance of treating running as a skill is highlighted.
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Aug 31, 2023 • 44min

2152: How to Convince Friends & Family to Work Out

This episode discusses strategies for convincing friends and family to start working out, including leading by example, inviting them to workout, validating them, cooking them a meal, and sharing personal fitness challenges. Effective communication, compassion, and support are also emphasized, along with the importance of vulnerability and relatability when persuading others to exercise.
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Aug 30, 2023 • 1h 49min

2151: What to Do if the Gym Makes You Feel Anxious, the Best Way to Train to Become a Muscle Mommy, How to Overcome Stress Eating & More (Listener Live Coaching)

The hosts answer live callers' questions, including discussing intermittent fasting and its impact on weight loss. They also explore the decline of Bud Light and brainstorm rebranding ideas. The dangers of online friendships and catfishing are discussed, along with the phenomenon of non-responders to Cretein and implications of the Lone Star tick. The podcast also covers tin foil hats, viral challenges, and overcoming strength and stamina imbalances. Building upper body strength and the goal of benching 225 pounds are addressed, as well as body image, self-compassion, and nutritional misconceptions.
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Aug 28, 2023 • 50min

2150: Why You Should Aim For PR’s for Maximum Results

Discover the benefits of setting personal records (PRs) in fitness training. The podcast discusses the importance of balanced PR chasing and incorporating them into training, while promoting a healthy approach to fitness goals. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of different aspects of fitness and the value of joint health and stability training. Explore a new program that highlights overlooked exercises and movements, and take advantage of the special launch deal with $80 off and two free ebooks.

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