In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover seven reasons why bands are a unique way to add variety and build muscle. One of the most effective yet most overlooked tools for building maximum strength, maximum muscle, and mobility in enhancing fat loss are resistance bands! Bands can be quite advanced. (2:26) Bands bad PR and poor application. (4:43) 7 Unique Benefits of Bands. #1 - Strength curve. (14:17) #2 - Constant tension. (17:59) #3 - Encourages controlled negative and good form. (18:55) #4 - Does far less muscle damage. (21:42) #5 - Encourages isometric squeeze. (29:17) #6 - TOTALLY novel. (32:40) #7 - Easy on the joints and low risk of injury. (35:39) Related Links/Products Mentioned LAUNCH SPECIAL: MAPS Bands, Retail for $97, with $30 off during the launch. The public price is $67. Includes 2 E-Books: Bonus #1: Ultimate Bodyweight Training Guide (Retail: $47), Bonus #2: Quick Meals for Health & Fitness (Retail: $47). Money back guarantee, Ends Sunday, May 28th. **Coupon Code BANDS30 at checkout** Visit Joy Mode for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order** Maximize Muscle Growth & Recovery with Anabolic Triggering Sessions – Mind Pump TV The Most Overlooked Muscle Building Principle - Mind Pump Media Mind Pump #2005: How To Incorporate Isometric Training Into Your Routine Mind Pump #1897: Why Phasing Your Workouts Is So Important & How To Properly Switch It Up Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources  

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Poor gut health will DESTROY your ability to build muscle, burn body fat, or even feel good. A GOOD probiotic is an investment we should ALL be making. (1:39) Peptides for gut health. (12:02) Justin being manly, and spider stories. (16:11) The universal strategy to get away from most things. (25:58) Don’t mess with Zuck. (28:58) Science doesn’t ask if we should, it just asks, can we? (30:29) Recapping Mother’s Day festivities. (34:07) The controversy over Netflix’s Queen Cleopatra. (46:48) How muscles became popular in the media. (51:51) Sal’s high praise for the Chocolate bone broth from Paleo Valley. (57:44) Shout out to Slaying Your Fear: A Guide for People Who Grapple with Insecurity, a book by Adam Lane Smith. (59:04) #Listener Live question #1 - What is the appropriate program to do after completing Anabolic? After my wife’s first time through, although the scale never moved from 245, she lost 23 total inches with over 5 inches of that coming from her stomach. (1:00:12) #Listener Live question #2 - How do I control my eating post-competition? (1:19:16) #Listener Live question #3 - Can I maintain/build my glutes while completing MAPS Performance alone? Is it okay to add glute-focused days in between MAPS Performance sessions? (1:40:18) #Listener Live question #4 - What is the best way to mitigate any losses after having a vasectomy? How would you go about getting back into the gym after the recovery period? (1:51:06) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month’s supply of Seed’s DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** Visit Paleo Valley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP15 at checkout for 15% discount** May Promotion: MAPS Prime or MAPS Prime Pro or the Prime Bundle 50% off! **Code MAY50 at checkout** BPC-157 Health benefits, dosage, safety, side-effects, and more Mind Pump gives away free bloodwork to four lucky people a month! TRANSCEND your goals! KPV Peptide Benefits, Side Effects & Dosage - Jay Campbell Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg wins medals on jiu-jitsu debut JRE#1980-Michio Kaku Watch Queen Cleopatra | Netflix Official Site Cleopatra was not Black, Egypt tells Netflix ahead of new series More Plates More Dates on TRT, How to Burn Fat, Build Muscle & MAXIMIZE Your Energy-Tom Bilyeu Slaying Your Fear: A guide for people who grapple with insecurity – Book by Adam Lane Smith Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout** MAPS Fitness Performance Why The Scale Is Not Always The Best Way To Measure Progress – Mind Pump Blog What is NEAT and Why Should You Care About it? - Mind Pump Blog MP Holistic Health MAPS Strong   MAPS Anabolic Advanced Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Jo Koy (@jokoy) Instagram Adam | Relationship Psychology (@attachmentadam) Instagram Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere) Instagram  

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: Protein is the magic macronutrient! Seek it out if you want better insulin sensitivity, the ability to build more muscle, speed up recovery, and improve satiety. (1:54) Cows with names produce more milk. (9:38) Arby’s accidental death? (16:34) What would be in Mind Pump’s neighborhood? (24:23) Updating the current educational system. (28:50) Dad Life Updates: Asking your kids, rather than telling and everything being your fault as a parent. (33:28) An MRI gone horribly wrong. (42:55) Mind Pump’s new logo. (47:52) Would your 12-year-old self be happy with you? (49:17) Increasing your sodium levels to combat dehydration and cramps. (55:57) Shout out to Daily Dose Meals. (57:42) #Quah question #1 - What can I do to feel my chest more than my front delts during incline benches? (1:01:54) #Quah question #2 - What should I do if I want to train hard, but still be healthy hormonally and have a healthy menstrual cycle? (1:05:42) #Quah question #3 - What are the best lifts when introducing younger kids to lifting? My 8- and 7-year-olds have begun to workout with me in the garage. I have started with weighted step ups, dumbbell rows, dumbbell chest & shoulder presses but was not sure if there are more appropriate exercises. (1:10:26) #Quah question #4 - What should you do in Anabolic if your hip flexors are hurting while doing sit ups? (1:13:10) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Magic Spoon for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! For a limited time only, Mind Pump listeners get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump May Promotion: MAPS Prime or MAPS Prime Pro or the Prime Bundle 50% off! **Code MAY50 at checkout** Cows with Names Make More Milk | Live Science Employee found dead in freezer at Louisiana Arby's - NBC News MrBeast lives in modest $318K house, buys out neighborhood for employees Home - Daily Dose Life **Coupon code MINDPUMP20 at checkout** Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! How To Properly Do The Seated Cable Row (IT MATTERS!) Mind Pump # 1142: Nine Signs You Are Overtraining MAPS Suspension Training Hip Flexor Deactivators- Do these first to maximize your Ab development – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Becky Kennedy | Parenting (@drbeckyatgoodinside) Instagram DON SALADINO (@donsaladino) Instagram  

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with sex expert, Dr. Emily on how to add more fun to the bedroom. Why is sexual health so important? (1:47) How stress, trauma, and shame are pleasure thieves. (4:40) Having an unhealthy relationship with masturbation. (8:17) Porn without education is problematic. (9:20) When do kids get sexually imprinted? (18:51) The components of healthy sex. (22:00) Comparing lube to sunscreen. (26:18) The common sexual challenges between men and women. (31:35) Couples that play together stay together. (37:45) The common misconceptions around orgasms. (42:18) The 5 Pillars of Sexual IQ. (47:03) #1 – Embodiment. (48:52) #2 – Health. (53:22) #3 – Self-Knowledge. (54:33) #4 – Self-acceptance. (55:10) #5 – Collaboration. (55:20) Compare and despair does not work with sex. (59:14) Leaning into what is easy for you. (1:01:59) Rebranding anal sex. (1:05:16) Examining where your beliefs around sex come from. (1:09:50) Knowing the difference between fantasies. (1:11:38) Giving your partner a ‘compliment sandwich’. (1:15:30) Her take on dating apps. (1:23:00) Has the “boss-bitch” movement helped or hurt women’s sex lives? (1:30:32) The dangers of “hook-up” culture. (1:45:16) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Sleep Breakthrough by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP10 at checkout** May Promotion: MAPS Prime or MAPS Prime Pro or the Prime Bundle 50% off! **Code MAY50 at checkout** Sex With Emily - YouTube Smart Sex: How to Boost Your Sex IQ and Own Your Pleasure – Book by Emily Morse Voice of the people: Normalize discussions about human sexuality Sex Education and Parenting: What We Know | Psychology Today Better Sex in 10 Seconds—Guaranteed Conversation starters – Icebreaker Games | TableTopics Yes, No, Maybe List: Find New Ways to Play Women’s techniques for pleasure from anal touch: Results from a U.S. probability sample of women ages 18–93 Why Is The Modern Dating Market A Mess? - Vincent Harinam | Modern Wisdom Podcast 410 Sex With Emily: Manifest Your Partner (It Worked For Me) Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Emily Morse (@sexwithemily) Instagram Chris Williamson (@chriswillx) Instagram  

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Do hard things! (2:12) The Di Stefano’s urgent care scare. (21:17) Adam’s embarrassing moment at the Warriors game. (28:34) The sad state of San Francisco. (42:08) ‘Coregasm’ is a real thing! (49:06) Lack of muscle is the biggest contributor to the chronic health crisis. (49:53) The hermetic effect of the Green Juice from Organifi. (52:57) Shout out to Word on Fire. (55:22) #Listener Live question #1 - How can I help my muscles take over more instead of my joints? (57:42) #Listener Live question #2 - What should my training focus be while I prioritize my gut health? (1:08:02) #Listener Live question #3 - What is the best approach to get my body less crooked? (1:21:01) #Listener Live question #4 – Will fasting hinder my gains and progress? (1:29:01) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit The Cold Plunge for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for $150 off your order** Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout** May Promotion: MAPS Prime or MAPS Prime Pro or the Prime Bundle 50% off! **Code MAY50 at checkout** Mind Pump #1825: Man Cheats Death & Builds Cold Plunge Business How Emotions Are Made: The Secret Life of the Brain – Book by Lisa Barrett Get The #1 Rated Parking App | SpotHero Human basal metabolic rate has declined over the past 30 years Energy expenditure and activity among Hadza hunter-gatherers Word On Fire 377: How to Live with Joy w/ Chris Stefanick Visit Hiya for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! MAPS Symmetry Bottoms Up Kettlebell Press Tutorial for SVKO Wild Card Event How to Build Muscle with Isometric Holds - YouTube Mind Pump #2035: Why Diets Always Fail With Dr. Will Cole MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Adam | Relationship Psychology (@attachmentadam) Instagram Chris Stefanick (@ChrisStefanick) Twitter Dr. Becky Campbell (@drbeckycampbell) Instagram Dr. Will Cole (@drwillcole) Instagram  

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak to Dr. McClain about the most recent longevity and health science. Taking control of your health. (1:41) Longevity vs. health span. (3:53) The three pillars that impact your biological age. (11:35) NO diet fits all. (14:22) How he eats for maximal performance. (20:03) Using exercise as the great equalizer. (25:47) The importance of sleep hygiene. (31:06) The effect of metformin on your health and longevity. (44:30) How can hormone therapy impact your performance and health span? (52:45) At what age should you investigate hormone therapy? (1:02:17) Peptides for health and longevity. (1:08:03) How gene editing will revolutionize life span. (1:15:56) The future for stem cell therapy. (1:21:31) Advancements towards early detection of diseases and cancers. (1:24:51) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Cheating Death: The New Science of Living Longer and Better – Book by Dr. Rand McClain The Art of Resilience: Strategies for an Unbreakable Mind and Body – Book by Ross Edgley Mind Pump #2060: Maximize Fat Loss With Continuous Glucose Monitors: Kara Collier Let’s Eat Right to Keep Fit – Book by Adelle Davis The Resistance Training Revolution – Book by Sal Di Stefano Testosterone for Life: Recharge Your Vitality, Sex Drive, Muscle Mass, and Overall Health – Book by Abraham Morgentaler Testosterone Therapy and Cardiovascular Risk: Advances and Controversies How To Increase Sensitivity And Density Of The Androgen Receptors? Mind Pump #1900: The Truth About Peptides With Dr. Rand McClain Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Ross Edgley (@rossedgley) Instagram Peter Attia (@peterattiamd) Instagram The Sleep Doctor (@thesleepdoctor) Twitter Matt Walker (@drmattwalker) Instagram Dr. Abraham Morgentaler  

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Some protein powders are more suitable for bulking. For example, whey protein. (1:49) The evolution of Adam’s sugar addiction. (23:12) The tall guy always gets sized up. (37:00) The last time the guys were in a potentially fearful altercation. (41:33) Butcher Box now has chicken nuggets! (46:00) Shout out to @oldtime.strongman. (50:44) #ListenerLive question #1 - How would you program training & nutrition throughout the year if you try to peak at the same time annually to see the progress you’ve made each year? (54:31) #ListenerLive question #2 - Do certain body types/anatomies struggle with the “ass to grass” squat? (1:12:10) #ListenerLive question #3 - How to know if peptides are right for you? (1:33:12) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! May Promotion: MAPS Prime or MAPS Prime Pro or the Prime Bundle 50% off! **Code MAY50 at checkout** Visit Kreatures of Habit: Meal One for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MP25 at checkout** 10 Evidence-Based Health Benefits of Whey Protein Lactose malabsorption among Masai children of East Africa Mind Pump #1435: How To Kick Your Sugar Addiction In 5 Simple Steps Visit Joy Mode for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order** Mind Pump #1952: How To Bulk The Right Way Mind Pump #1047: Build A Competition Level Body (& Should You Compete?) MAPS Powerlift   MAPS Fitness Performance MAPS Symmetry Mind Pump #1535: Should You Squat Below Parallel? Adam Schafer’s DEEP Squat Mobility Secrets | Behind The Scenes at Mind Pump Tip: Pistol Squat with Suspension Straps - T NATION MAPS Suspension Training How to Box Squat to Improve Your Squat Form Mind Pump #1565: Why Women Should Bulk Mind Pump #2062: Biohack Fatherhood With Ben Greenfield Mind Pump gives away free bloodwork to four lucky people a month! TRANSCEND your goals! Mind Pump Hormones Facebook Private Forum Mind Pump #2017: The Best Peptides For Fat Loss With Dr. William Seeds Mind Pump #2032: Can You Reverse Aging & Live Longer? All About Longevity Peptides Jay Campbell Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Adam | Relationship Psychology (@attachmentadam) Instagram Steve Cook (@stevecook) Instagram John Wood (@oldtime.strongman) Instagram Randy Couture (@xcnatch) Instagram  Ben Greenfield (@bengreenfieldfitness) Instagram Dr. William Seeds (@williamseedsmd) Instagram Jay Campbell (@jaycampbell333) Instagram  

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: Find a pre-workout that MAXIMIZES usable focus! Everything else is pretty much a waste. (2:09) Kids have no filter. (9:54) Justin’s latest ‘Gymnastics Dad’ trip to Arizona. (13:03) Adam Recommends Silo on Apple+. (26:27) The power of music. (30:36) Making social media work for you. (38:51) The misconception that resistance bands are for beginners. (44:02) Fun Facts with Justin: The Star-Nosed Mole. (47:33) Shout out to Tom Haviland. (49:52) #Quah question #1 - When doing dumbbell pullovers in Phase 3 of Anabolic, the video shows the guy doing them lying lengthwise on the bench. I saw on Adam’s YouTube video with Dr. Jordan Shallow that they are lying across the bench. Is there a difference, or a better way when doing this exercise? (51:36) #Quah question #2 - If you had to build a personal training business from scratch, how would you do it? (55:40) #Quah question #3 - What are your opinions on Ashwaganda? I know most supplements are a scam, but I’ve read a few clinical trials on it that seem to indicate strong positive effects. (1:05:32) #Quah question #4 - How do you deal with the negative bullshit from social media? (1:10:57) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout** NCI is hosting a five-day deep dive into how to create, scale, and sustain a business you not only love but one that gives you the FREEDOM to live the life you want! Visit here to sign up today! May Promotion: MAPS Prime or MAPS Prime Pro or the Prime Bundle 50% off! **Code MAY50 at checkout** Mind Pump #1945: How To Formulate A Supplement That Works With Shanais Pelka Watch Silo | Apple TV+ Mind Pump #952: Chad Wesley Smith Of Juggernaut Training Systems Watch Severance | Apple TV+ Echidnas have a unique 4-headed penis but only use half at a time Visit SleepMe for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! How to Perform a PROPER Dumbbell Pullover (Target Chest of Lats) | MIND PUMP Best Resources for Personal Trainers to Improve Their Skills-Mind Pump Blog Ashwagandha — Health benefits, dosage, safety, side ... - Examine.com Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Josh Axe, DC, DNM, CNS (@drjoshaxe) Instagram DON SALADINO (@donsaladino) Instagram Tom H (@tom_haviland) Instagram Jordan Shallow D.C (@the_muscle_doc) Instagram  

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover key workout considerations for busy moms. Raising kids is EXTREMELY demanding and unpredictable. (1:44) Designing a routine that compliments your life. (5:15) Target areas that moms want to focus on. (9:04) The Best Workouts for Busy Moms. #1 - Mobility first. (10:50) #2 - Get strong. (15:44) #3 - Target specific areas. (20:24) #4 - Do more with less. (26:28) #5 - When time permits, add volume and time. (31:09) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: 60% OFF Fit Mom Bundle, Bikini Bundle, Fabulous 40’s Bundle, or Build Your Butt Bundle. Mapsfitnessproducts.com **Promo code FITMOMS at checkout** Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! How To Do The Pelvic Clock Exercise Why Mobility Needs to be The Primary Focus Over Losing Weight After Having a Baby – Mind Pump Blog How Should You Workout Before and During Pregnancy? – Mind Pump Blog Getting Back in Shape After Having a Baby – Don’t be Hard on Yourself – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources  

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: There is a RIGHT way to use substances that make you feel good to help with mental health. (2:35) Sal’s experience with Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy so far. (13:16) Putting a spotlight on PETA. (32:08) Lab Grown meat vs. Real meat. (34:15) When the music really hits you. (42:57) Fun Facts with Justin: Heavy metal and termites. (47:14) Are banks going down? (49:46) What is it with Sal and racing? (52:51) Good credit, higher mortgage fees. (54:49) New product alert from Caldera. (1:01:10) Shout out to Norada Real Estate. (1:03:25) #ListenerLive question #1 - Any guidance for balancing commitment toward a specific goal with awareness regarding when to shift gears? (1:05:02) #ListenerLive question #2 - How reliable are body scans? I decided to get a trainer to help me figure out nutrition more. I wanted to see more of the muscle I had been building, so I told her I'd like to cut fat. We did a body scan, and it said to eat about 1750 calories to lean out, which should be a 500-calorie deficit (according to the scan). (1:18:01) #ListenerLive question #3 - After completing MAPS Anabolic, should I continue to chase the strength gains in a program like MAPS Strong, or should I move into something like Performance? While I continue to get stronger with every workout, I'm beginning to experience progressive stiffness throughout my lower back that I cannot seem to shake even with increased mobility work. (1:35:02) #ListenerLive question #4 - I am currently 175 lbs., dropping about .5lb per week. Ideally, I’d like to get macro-focused again, so I can decrease some of the cardio. My goal is to maintain about 160lb. I don’t know if I need to stay at maintenance calories while I decrease the cardio. Do I slowly back out of the cardio? I’m scared to scale back too much and gain weight. (1:42:36) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP at checkout** May Promotion: MAPS Prime or MAPS Prime Pro or the Prime Bundle 50% off! **Code MAY50 at checkout** If you wouldn't give your kid a cigar, you shouldn't give them meat. Dairy Products and Cardiometabolic Health Outcomes All-In Podcast - E126: Big Tech blow-out, Powell’s recession warning, lab-grown meat, RFK Jr shakes up race & more A ‘full body orgasm’ at the L.A. Phil? Witnesses offer conflicting accounts Mind Pump #1822: Wim Hof On How To Control Your Immune System With Breathwork Heavy Metal Music Speeds Up Termites’ Wood Consumption: Research Uncovers Interesting Results Turnkey Real Estate Investing | Turnkey Property Investment Borrowers with good credit may pay more under Biden mortgage rule Visit Sleep Breakthrough by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP10 at checkout** Mind Pump #1942: Lose Fat, Perform Better & Live Forever With Jason Phillips Mind Pump #2010: Seven Reasons Your Workout Isn’t Working Mind Pump #1830: Five Steps To Determine Your Ideal Caloric Intake Mind Pump #1565: Why Women Should Bulk Reverse Dieting 101 MAPS Symmetry MAPS Anabolic Advanced Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram Wim Hof (@iceman_hof) Instagram Christopher M. Naghibi (@chrisnaghibi) Instagram Jason Phillips (@nci_ceo_jason) Instagram