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Jan 2, 2023 • 40min

1980: Six New Year's Resolutions You Can Accomplish in 2023

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover six health-based goals that anyone will benefit from and can achieve in 2023 6 New Year's Resolutions You Can Accomplish in 2023. (1:53) #1 - Mental health. (One day a week fast from social media.) (7:05) #2 - Spiritual health. (5 minutes a day pray, meditate, breath work, or practice gratitude.) (13:23) #3 - Relationship health. (Once a week intentionally connect with someone.) (19:55) #4 - Physical health. (Walk 5 mins after breakfast, lunch, and dinner.) (25:19) #5 - Financial health. (Set a percentage of every paycheck and save it.) (30:29) #6 - Intellectual health. (Read a paper book for 5 minutes before bed every night.) (36:12) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Felix Gray for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! January Promotion: NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS SPECIAL OFFERS! (New to Weightlifting Bundle, Body Transformation Bundle, and New Year Extreme Intensity Bundle) You get massive savings with each offer. Mind Pump #1792: The Secrets Of Happy People With Arthur C. Brooks The Health Benefits of Strong Relationships - Harvard Health Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram
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Dec 31, 2022 • 1h 46min

1979: How to Determine Your Maintenance Calories, Ways to Adjust Your Workout if Some Body Parts Are Developing Faster Than Others, In-Season vs. Off-Season Training for Athletes & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you drink alcohol, you can mitigate the effects by following these steps. (1:52) The guy’s plans and goals for the New Year. (7:18) You have the power to change what you consume! (16:58) If you are easily offended, you are easily manipulated. (18:58) The dangers of mob mentality via social media. (20:45) Why are people so naïve? (26:46) What is the allure of OnlyFans? (31:29) The loneliness epidemic. (38:19) Continued excellent reviews for Peak Power! (45:16) Funny ads from the past. (46:03) We messed up our kids. (48:05) Shout out to Rob Dyrdek. (54:36) #ListenerLive question #1 - If you were starting out running the RGB bundle, how would you periodize mini bulks and mini cuts to achieve your desired body composition? (57:29) #ListenerLive question #2 - How would I program my workouts in-season, so that I can be in great shape during the off-season? (1:10:00) #ListenerLive question #3 - Can I still be strong, functional, and stable in my upper body if I don't intend to build all my muscles to the same level? (1:18:52) #ListenerLive question #4 – Do you have any preferred methods for homing in on your exact TDEE to ensure you know your maintenance levels for a proper bulk or cut? (1:31:10) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout** December Promotion: At-Home Holiday Bundle (MAPS Anywhere, MAPS Suspension, MAPS PRIME, and The No BS 6-Pack Formula all for the low price of $99.99!) Visit ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! The 'Twitter Files' Part 7: FBI Paid Platform $3M to Censor Information, Influence the 2020 Election Newly released JFK documents point to what the CIA was hiding Why is OnlyFans Popular? | For creators content How often do you feel lonely? @mindpumpsal Twitter post on teenage mental illness/depression/suicide Ed Mylett Podcast - HOW TO RESPECT & PROTECT YOUR TIME WITH ROB DYRDEK RGB Bundle Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! MAPS Symmetry Mind Pump #1927: Performance Training Secrets From A Top NBA Trainer With Cory Schlesinger MAPS 15 Minutes MAPS Strong   MAPS Macro Calculator Mind Pump #1830: Five Steps To Determine Your Ideal Caloric Intake MAPS Fitness Performance Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram Rob Dyrdek (@robdyrdek) Instagram Ed Mylett (@edmylett) Instagram Cory Schlesinger (@schlesstrength) Instagram
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Dec 30, 2022 • 1h 11min

1978: Good Mornings Vs. Romanian Deadlifts, the Truth About Soreness as an Indicator of Workout Effectiveness, the Effectiveness of Unilateral Training for Overcoming Aches & Pains & More

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions from the Sunday @mindpumpmedia Quah post. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The two MOST important things to focus on when you make goals are HOW you make those goals and WHY you make those goals. (2:29) Get your Journeyman shirt today! (12:57) Gymnastics, for kids, is the best! (14:21) Kreatures of Habit’s special Mind Pump hook-up! (23:25) The Andrews’ Scotland/Iceland trip. (24:30) The most difficult languages to learn. (31:41) Nature does NOT care. (38:41) Dad rules. (42:20) This is a clear example of a lazy employee. (43:31) #Quah question #1 - Is there a specific benefit to good mornings vs Romanian Deadlifts? (52:22) #Quah question #2 - I used to get pretty sore the day after a workout, but now I hardly feel anything. I am practicing progressive overload and I think my strength is going up. Am I not pushing myself enough? (56:37) #Quah question #3 - Is unilateral training for a period of time an ideal way to fix any aches that come from lifting? (59:37) #Quah question #4 - What is the best way to capitalize on a big day of eating, lift the same day prior to the meal or the next morning after the meal? (1:05:13) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Kreatures of Habit: Meal One for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MP25 at checkout** December Promotion: At-Home Holiday Bundle (MAPS Anywhere, MAPS Suspension, MAPS PRIME, and The No BS 6-Pack Formula all for the low price of $99.99!) Start at the End Mind Pump Store Mind Pump #952: Chad Wesley Smith Of Juggernaut Training Systems Icelandic rated among the most difficult languages to learn for English speakers Sylbo, The Last Speakers of the Lost Whistling Language | TIME Volcano burn survivor removes face mask for first time: ‘A real fighter’ Watch The Volcano: Rescue from Whakaari | Netflix Official Site Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP10 at checkout** Build Your Hamstrings- How to Properly do Good Mornings GROW Your GLUTES with a SINGLE LEG DEADLIFT! Sore muscles…what does it mean? – Mind Pump Blog MAPS Fitness Prime Pro MAPS Symmetry Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Rob Dyrdek (@robdyrdek) Instagram   Chad Wesley Smith (@chadwesleysmith) Instagram Mike Salemi (@mike.salemi) Instagram Jo Koy (@jokoy) Instagram
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Dec 29, 2022 • 1h 37min

1977: How to Become a Badass With Jen Cohen

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Jen Cohen on how to win at the game of life. Authenticity is rare. (1:54) Using the chip on her shoulder as a superpower. (9:15) The challenges of being bold. (13:58) Don’t discount yourself without trying. (20:22) Humility is very underrated. (23:12) Play the hand you are given and make it the BEST possible. (33:00) Turning her failure into a lifelong win. (38:07) The importance of being resourceful. (41:43) Fitness is a microcosm of life. (44:52) Don’t be disingenuous. (50:43) One for all, all for one. (58:20) Money doesn’t equal success. (1:04:45) Life is NOT balanced. (1:09:28) The devil is in the details when you are raising kids. (1:11:37) How kids mirror what you don’t like about yourself. (1:20:34) Sometimes you need to give a little space. (1:24:00) A mental trick in patience. (1:25:30) The art of biting your tongue. (1:27:05) You don’t know until you don’t know. (1:32:30) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit NutriSense for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP at checkout** December Promotion: At-Home Holiday Bundle (MAPS Anywhere, MAPS Suspension, MAPS PRIME, and The No BS 6-Pack Formula all for the low price of $99.99!) Bigger, Better, Bolder: Live the Life You Want, Not the Life You Get Jen Cohen: The Secret to Getting Anything You Want in Life Suicide rate at MIT higher than national average Mind Pump #1970: Max Lugavere Gets Personal Mind Pump #1835: Why Resistance Training Is The Best Form Of Exercise For Fat Loss And Overall Health The Resistance Training Revolution – Book by Sal Di Stefano Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Jen Cohen (@therealjencohen) Instagram Habits & Hustle Podcast Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere) Instagram Ben Pakulski (@bpakfitness) Instagram Gunnar Peterson (@gunnarfitness) Instagram
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Dec 28, 2022 • 1h 44min

1976: How to Reduce Fat & Put on Muscle, Where & What to Eat When Traveling, How to Eat & Work Out for a More Feminine Look & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Treat your workouts like a sport! (2:30) How to do group training with integrity. (14:34) What strength training has that NO other form of exercise has. (16:37) When your grandfather kicks your a**. (18:21) What will Chat GPT disrupt first? (28:19) Is Elon a hypocrite? (36:20) SleepMe PROFOUNDLY affects your sleep. (43:55) Another reminder of why you should never fight. (46:26) Why frequent use of digital devices to calm your child may backfire. (48:15) Buy Vuori with your Christmas returns. (56:20) Shout out to @Uncle_lazer! (58:01) #ListenerLive question #1 – Any advice on re-comping your body from a large muscular build to a leaner build? (59:33) #ListenerLive question #2 - What are the best places to eat when you are traveling and want to maintain a lean/healthy physique? (1:09:20) #ListenerLive question #3 – Is going from a five-day-a-week workout program to a three-day-a-week hurting my metabolism? (1:17:58) #ListenerLive question #4 – What is the best way to eat and exercise to look more feminine? (1:29:21) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit SleepMe for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! December Promotion: At-Home Holiday Bundle (MAPS Anywhere, MAPS Suspension, MAPS PRIME, and The No BS 6-Pack Formula all for the low price of $99.99!) Stop Working Out And Start Practicing – Mind Pump Blog MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Huberman AI Elon Musk said he wouldn't ban Twitter account tracking his jet. Weeks later, he suspended it. Elon Musk Twitter Poll Longitudinal Associations Between Use of Mobile Devices for Calming and Emotional Reactivity and Executive Functioning in Children Aged 3 to 5 Years Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout** Mind Pump #548: Ben Pakulski Is Giving Away 100 Pounds Of Pure Muscle MAPS Fitness Performance MAPS Symmetry Visit Kreatures of Habit: Meal One for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MP25 at checkout** Visit Paleo Valley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP15 at checkout for 15% discount** MAPS Powerlift  Mind Pump #1915: How To Re-Ignite Your Metabolism Mind Pump #1565: Why Women Should Bulk Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Andrew Huberman, Ph.D. (@hubermanlab) Instagram Elon Musk (@elonmusk) Twitter David Sacks (@DavidSacks) Twitter Uncle LaZer (@uncle_lazer) Instagram Ben Pakulski (@bpakfitness) Instagram
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Dec 26, 2022 • 1h 1min

1975: How Organifi Scaled to Be a $100 Million Company With Mae Steigler

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Mae Steigler, CEO of Organifi. Mae’s unforgettable Sal moment. (1:15) From employee 1 to CEO. (3:34) The 24-Hour Fitness connection. (6:05) Her shift from animal to human health. (7:45) Her unconventional rise to the CEO seat. (10:39) The importance of building the foundation first. (12:51) How did they source and create their first formulation? (16:13) The biggest challenges of scaling a supplement company. (19:09) The heartbeat of their company. (20:40) Where does the bulk of their revenue stream come from? (25:34) Any surprising markets they have found themselves in? (31:09) The moment they knew Mind Pump was a special partner. (33:46) The value in meshing customer service and sales. (35:53) Organifi’s criteria of who they work with. (41:02) The evolution of the supplement space and what makes her excited about the future. (44:40) Why their quality standards come first and foremost. (46:56) The good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to margins in the supplement space. (51:23) Shaping the demand for higher quality products. (54:40) The beautiful alignment between Organifi and Mind Pump. (56:19) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout** December Promotion: At-Home Holiday Bundle (MAPS Anywhere, MAPS Suspension, MAPS PRIME, and The No BS 6-Pack Formula all for the low price of $99.99!) Mind Pump #1945: How To Formulate A Supplement That Works With Shanais Pelka Mind Pump #1755: Insider Secrets Of The Supplement Industry With Mike Matthews Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Mae Steigler (@maesteigler) Instagram   Drew Canole (@drewcanole) Instagram Hal Elrod (@hal_elrod) Instagram Shanais Pelka (@niifounder) Instagram
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Dec 24, 2022 • 2h 5min

1974: The Best Way to Work Out For Longevity, How to Adjust Your Training for a Cut Vs. a Bulk, the Best Workout & Diet for Mental Performance & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Want an easy way to reduce your appetite, improve your stable energy, and balance your insulin levels throughout the day? Eat a high-protein breakfast with some fat! (2:21) When you make a career out of making fun of people. (10:50) Why do you breathe like that? (18:44) Understanding and navigating gender roles. (21:42) Adam is a BIG Crocs guy. (33:33) Black holes are scary. (38:10) The fear of having limitless energy. (39:50) What will Chat GPT disrupt first?! (43:55) Seed is the BEST probiotic on the market! (50:50) The universe is weird. (51:50) We are soft. (53:14) Mind Pump’s 12 Days of Christmas! (1:00:10) Book your Mind Pump Park City trip today! (1:00:38) Shout out to Chris Williamson! (1:02:20) #ListenerLive question #1 - Can machines outperform the big three compound lifts? (1:03:45) #ListenerLive question #2 - Should you train in different rep ranges during a cut and bulk? (1:26:03) #ListenerLive question #3 - How should I change my training and nutrition in what’s going to be the most stressful 5 months of my life? (1:36:09) #ListenerLive question #4 - Leaving things like nutrition, stress, and sleep out of the picture, how should one exercise to live a long and happy life? (1:49:04) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 15% off your first month’s supply of Seed’s DS-01™ Daily Synbiotic** December Promotion: At-Home Holiday Bundle (MAPS Anywhere, MAPS Suspension, MAPS PRIME, and The No BS 6-Pack Formula all for the low price of $99.99!) Mind Pump #1815: Improving Fat Loss, Muscle Gain And Fitness With Continuous Glucose Monitors Why were Kellogg’s Corn Flakes invented and was it to stop masturbation? She Was Accidentally Dosed With Testosterone And Instantly Wanted To Bang Her Co-Workers!? The terrifying true scale of black holes with a mass of '20 billion suns' revealed Nuclear Fusion Breakthrough: The Future Of Clean, Limitless Energy Limitless with Chris Hemsworth | Disney+ Originals Mind Pump Park City Rental Property Chris Williamson - YouTube Visit LivON Labs for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Mind Pump #1955: Gain 10 Pounds Of Pure Muscle In 90 Days With Mike Matthews Mind Pump #1782: When Machines Are Better Than Free Weights Mind Pump #1827: The 3 Best Rep Ranges To Build Muscle & Burn Fat Mind Pump #1857: Are Squats Overrated?: A Debate With Eugene Teo MAPS Fitness Anabolic How Phasing Your Workouts Leads to Consistent Plateau Free Workouts – Mind Pump Blog Why Your Tempo Matters When You Workout! – Mind Pump TV MAPS 15 Minutes MAPS Fitness Performance Mind Pump #1137: The #1 Form Of Exercise For Health & Longevity Mind Pump #1355: Five Steps To Live To 100 Mind Pump #1942: Lose Fat, Perform Better & Live Forever With Jason Phillips Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Derek (@moreplatesmoredates) Instagram D R M O L L Y (@drmolly.co) Instagram VALUETAINMENT (@valuetainment) Instagram Braydon Barrett (@looklikeyoulift) TikTok/Instagram The Rabbit Hole (@watch_therabbithole) Instagram Chris Williamson (@chriswillx) Instagram Mike Matthews (@muscleforlifefitness) Instagram Chris Bumstead (@cbum) Instagram Eugene Teo (@coacheugeneteo) Instagram Peter Attia (@peterattiamd) Instagram
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Dec 23, 2022 • 1h 23min

1973: How to Train to Hit a PR, the Best Workout Programs for Cutting & Bulking, Ways to Overcome Feeling of Social Anxiety in the Gym & More

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: DON’T listen to your body! Instead, understand how to listen to your body’s signals. (2:32) The value in buying time vs. doing things yourself. (13:15) Navigating the bell curve of the negative effects of kids watching television. (19:50) How to mitigate the negatives of caffeine and maximize the positives. (32:33) Maybe it’s time to put the controller down. (34:33) The things that annoy Mind Pump. (43:27) Caldera glistens. (49:10) Trigger sessions are anabolic. (50:52) MAPS saves lives! (55:16) Shout out to Nature is Metal! (56:28) #Quah question #1 - If we don’t have access to dip bars, what would you suggest as an alternative to dips? I have heard bad things about bench dips but don’t know if they are true. (58:00) #Quah question #2 - How do you structure a PR day? Sets, Reps, etc. (1:01:43)  #Quah question #3 - What MAPS Program do you recommend for bulking and cutting? (1:06:35) #Quah question #4 - What are some tips for a person new to the gym that feels social anxiety or intimidation in the weight room? (1:10:58) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout** Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP at checkout** December Promotion: At-Home Holiday Bundle (MAPS Anywhere, MAPS Suspension, MAPS PRIME, and The No BS 6-Pack Formula all for the low price of $99.99!) ‎PBS KIDS Games on the App Store Can talking to young children during TV time buffer screen time effects on development? @mindpumpsal Twitter post – Modern Challenges for Men Activity 'snacks' following meals may help maintain muscle mass: Study Dr. Ed Thomas Indian Clubs - YouTube Visit Drink LMNT for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners!  Close-Grip Bench Press Guide | 3 Mistakes to AVOID DIY DIP STATION from PVC - How to Build Mind Pump #1962: How To Hit A Deadlift PR In 30 Days Mind Pump #1735: Worst Fitness Myths That Keep People Out Of Gyms Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Nature Is Metal (@natureismetal) Instagram
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Dec 22, 2022 • 44min

1972: Back Building Master Class

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover everything you know to build your back. What you will learn in this episode. (1:40) The importance and value of having a strong/healthy back. (2:49) The muscles of the back and favorite exercises for each.  Lats. (11:28) Trapezius. (18:22) Rhomboids. (23:35) Erector Spinae. (26:31) Exercise types.  Pulldowns or rows. (28:42) Deadlift. (30:04) Pullover or straight arm pulldowns. (36:24) Rep ranges. (38:48) Tempo and technique. (40:34) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! December Promotion: At-Home Holiday Bundle (MAPS Anywhere, MAPS Suspension, MAPS PRIME, and The No BS 6-Pack Formula all for the low price of $99.99!) Do You Have Back Or Shoulder Pain? YOU NEED TO TRY THIS! | Mind Pump Mind Pump #1490: How To Improve Your Posture How To Actually Target Your Lats With The Lat Pulldown! How To Do A Perfect Pull-Up (AVOID MISTAKES!) How To Isolate The Upper Trap and Rhomboids with The Dumbbell Shrug MAPS Strong The ONLY Way You Should Barbell Row Supertraining (book) How to Perform a PROPER Dumbbell Pullover (Target Chest of Lats) | MIND PUMP Mind Pump #1827: The 3 Best Rep Ranges To Build Muscle & Burn Fat How To Properly Do The Seated Cable Row (IT MATTERS!) Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Robert Oberst (@robertoberst) Instagram
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Dec 21, 2022 • 1h 40min

1971: What You Can Do to Get Faster Results in the Gym, Ways to Break Through a Squat Plateau, How to Train for Endurance & Strength & More (Listener Live Coaching)

Topics include optimizing rest periods for strength training, eclectic conversations on movies and social media, the impact of technology advancements, benefits of therapeutic massages for performance, building strength with core lifts and deadlift focus, and discussing muscle growth in calves and quads.

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