In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover what it takes to build impressive shoulders. One of the most aesthetic and functional muscles in the body is the shoulders. (1:24) The anatomy and actions of the shoulder. (4:29) Why shoulder injuries are the most common in the upper body. (7:10) Form and technique. (8:25) The best rep ranges to train and build the shoulders in. (12:28) The best exercises to build amazing/functional shoulders. (17:21) How no exercise is dangerous if performed with proper technique and form. (22:32) If you want to prioritize your shoulders, do those exercises FIRST! (29:35) The three major exercise categories of the shoulders and how to build them into your routine. (30:50) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Kreatures of Habit: Meal One for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MP25 at checkout** Special Promotion: Shoulder Building MOD 50% off! **Code SHOULDERS at checkout** 3 Best Exercises For All 3 Parts of The Shoulder Grow Your Shoulders With The Rear Delt Cable Fly Best Exercises for Strong Shoulders (UNCONVENTIONAL STRENGTH) | MIND PUMP How To Behind The Neck Press Properly! (ADVANCED LIFTERS ONLY!) What are the Best Mobility Exercises for Shoulders? - Mind Pump Blog Z Press to take Your Shoulder Development to the Next Level 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: Here’s a hack that will pack muscle on your body. Do powerlifting techniques on non-powerlifting exercises. (2:36) A great metaphor for our current society. (12:10) Political and business takes on potentially banning TikTok in the U.S. (19:47) Hormone replacement therapy is the next ‘green rush’. (27:30) Organifi Peak Power is here! (40:56) Nyquil is the ultimate reset button. (42:54) The importance of quality sleep and the impact of drinking alcohol. (45:59) #ListenerLive question #1 - Does the genetic size/length of the muscle play a role in injury? (49:41) #ListenerLive question #2 - What do you know about rice bucket training to improve grip strength? (59:08) #ListenerLive question #3 - Should I stop counting macros when my strength gains are not translating into muscle gains? (1:09:22) #ListenerLive question #4 - Why did I feel worse when I took time off from training? (1:19:25) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com MIND PUMP LIVE Q&A W/ MAX LUGAVERE Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout** Visit ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! November Promotion: MAPS OCR or MAPS Cardio HALF OFF! **Promo code NOVEMBER50 at checkout** Cola Wars | HISTORY FCC commissioner urges US government to ban TikTok Mike Mutzel post on epidemic of low testosterone Secular trends in testosterone- findings from a large state-mandate care provider MP Holistic Health MP Hormones Mind Pump Hormones Facebook Private Forum MK-677 Benefits | What You MUST Know - Peptides Mind Pump #1900: The Truth About Peptides With Dr. Rand McClain Mind Pump #1945: How To Formulate A Supplement That Works With Shanais Pelka Sleeping less than 5 hours at night increases risk of heart disease, stroke, hypertension — STUDY Alcohol and Sleep - Sleep Foundation Visit Drink LMNT for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! MAPS Fitness Performance   MAPS Symmetry   How To Do The Zottman Curl – Mind Pump TV MAPS Fitness Prime Pro Intuitive Nutrition Guide | MAPS Fitness Products MAPS 15 Minutes Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mike Mutzel, MS (@metabolic_mike) Instagram Andy Frisella (@andyfrisella) 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: The winning mindset when it comes to fat loss, muscle building, and fitness, in general, can be summed up in the following...focus on what you can CONTROL and ACCEPT the things you can’t. (1:48) Storytelling is powerful! (13:48) The guys speculate on the future of gambling in sports. (24:59) Jake Paul is shifting the industry of boxing. (32:31) Manual transmissions save lives! (40:00) The benefits of red-light therapy for your skin and hair regrowth. (44:38) Boys and their trucks. (47:16) Yes, there is exotic shotgun ammo. (51:00) The one downside to wearing your Felix Gray’s. (1:01:19) #Quah question #1 - Are overhead farmer walks worth incorporating into my workout? (1:04:10) #Quah question #2 - What's the value of smelling salts? Are they dangerous? (1:09:48) #Quah question #3 - What is the best midnight snack if you absolutely can’t help yourself? (1:17:20) #Quah question #4 - I’m doing Maps Anabolic now. Please explain why rest between sets is important. After doing Bootcamp style workouts where rest periods are somewhat active (walking in place, jumping, etc.) between circuits, I’m not sure what “rest” truly means…..do I sit and do nothing? Or move around a bit? What is the goal? (1:23:10) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Joovv for an exclusive BLACK FRIDAY offers for Mind Pump listeners (Link active Nov. 25th)! Visit Felix Gray for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! November Promotion: MAPS OCR or MAPS Cardio HALF OFF! **Promo code NOVEMBER50 at checkout** Training with Jean Jacques Machado Online and in Person Mind Pump #1115: The Amazing Adventures Of Tommy Caldwell, Star Of Netflix’s The Dawn Wall Watch High: Confessions of an Ibiza Drug Mule | Netflix Official Site Disney’s ESPN and DraftKings near deal as views on sports gambling change Watch Untold: Operation Flagrant Foul | Netflix Official Site Fans claim Jake Paul’s win over Anderson Silva was ‘rigged’ as video suggests knockdown punch ‘didn’t land’, but slow-motion footage proves otherwise The 10 Highest-Paid Boxers in 2022 Red Light Therapy Benefits & How it Works | Joovv The Real Bling Ring: Hollywood Heist - Netflix Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP10 at checkout** MAPS Fitness Performance Improve Your Overhead Press & Build Your Shoulders with Unilateral Kettlebell Carries – Mind Pump TV Visit The Cold Plunge for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for $150 off your order** Mind Pump #1612: Everything You Need To Know About Sets, Reps & Rest Periods Mind Pump #1237: Why Most Group Exercise Classes Suck Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Tommy Caldwell (@tommycaldwell) Instagram Jake Paul (@jakepaul) Instagram Jon Call (@jujimufu) Instagram

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak to Dr. Stephen Cabral about the pros and cons of functional medicine. What is functional medicine, and what are the differences between functional medicine vs. traditional western medicine doctors? (3:37) Why the explosion of functional medicine doctors and how the traditional western medical system is broken. (10:40) Building the “super” doctor. (18:19) The pros and cons. (20:16) The ‘silver bullet’ mentality. (25:41) The process behind his certification courses and why his goal is to get people to take back control of their health. (28:51) His favorite ‘biohacking’ tool. (32:41) Putting a health coach in every home. Breaking down his L1 certification course and the benefits and value for personal trainers and coaches. (37:56) Breaking down his L2 certification course and how coaches can learn to analyze functional medicine labs in detail in addition to recommending corresponding protocols. (53:56) The enormous value of these certifications for trainers and coaches. (1:04:50) Related Links/Products Mentioned For Mind Pump Listeners, visit Integrative Health Practitioner Certification Courses for $100 off IHP L1 and $250 off L2. **Code MINDPUMP at checkout** November Promotion: MAPS OCR or MAPS Cardio HALF OFF! **Promo code NOVEMBER50 at checkout** The Rain Barrel Effect: How a 6,000 Year Old Answer Holds the Secret to Finally Getting Well, Losing Weight & Feeling Alive Again! – Book by Stephen Cabral Oura Ring: Accurate Health Information Accessible to Everyone Home - Hanu Health, Inc. For Mind Pump Listeners, get The Minerals & Metals At-Home Lab Test for 50% off! Mind Pump #1780: Why Blood Tests Are Overrated With Dr. Stephen Cabral Mind Pump #1910: How To Uncover Hidden Hormone Imbalances With Dr. Stephen Cabral Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram Website Podcast Dr. Jay T. Wiles (@drjaywiles) Instagram

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The BEST form of exercise for REAL flexibility is strength training. (2:41) Cold season is here. (6:03) The drawbacks to stimulants and how Ned’s hemp oil can balance things out. (13:57) The daily behavioral surprises of toddlers. (16:29) Is it easy to become a billionaire if you start with a million dollars? (19:11) The guys speculate on the future of Twitter under Elon’s helm. (25:03) Pumpheads are the best! (30:47) So, you want to be a fighter? (32:58) Mind Pump Live events are back! (38:18) Preparing for the holidays with Mind Pump. (43:13) Absorb your vitamins the right way with LivON Labs. (47:47) Exercise and alcohol. (50:33) #ListenerLive question #1 - How can I prepare myself (and potential clients) for getting back into athletics and competition in a way that minimizes injury, keeps me somewhat explosive/powerful, and in the game consistently? (52:21) #ListenerLive question #2 - Did I choose the wrong program based on my hectic schedule? (1:08:22) #ListenerLive question #3 - As an advanced lifter, can you address the emotional side of lifting that we must give up or change our goals to stay healthy and free from pain? (1:13:46) #ListenerLive question #4 - Which program do you guys think would best coincide with my soccer training? (1:28:06) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com MIND PUMP LIVE Q&A W/ MAX LUGAVERE Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Visit LivON Labs for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! November Promotion: MAPS OCR or MAPS Cardio HALF OFF! **Promo code NOVEMBER50 at checkout** Cold water immersion to boost immune system and manage stress White House Deletes Tweet Taking Credit for Social Security Bump Forget paid check marks: Vine could be Twitter’s best path to profitability Amazon’s Gift Wrap FGF21, a liver hormone that inhibits alcohol intake in mice, increases in human circulation after acute alcohol ingestion and sustained binge drinking at Oktoberfest Hormone may be key to suppressing alcohol consumption 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** MAPS Fitness Performance MAPS 15 Minutes Mind Pump #1792: The Secrets Of Happy People With Arthur C. Brooks Prime Bundle MAPS Symmetry Mind Pump #1927: Performance Training Secrets From A Top NBA Trainer With Cory Schlesinger Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mike Matthews (@muscleforlifefitness) Instagram Elon Musk (@elonmusk) Twitter David Friedberg (@friedberg) Twitter Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere) Instagram Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram Cory Schlesinger (@schlesstrength) Instagram

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Shanais Pelka on Sal's collaboration with Organifi in developing a new supplement. Sal’s dream come true! (2:03) Shanais’s background in the space and how ashwagandha saved her life. (4:09) Her journey to Organifi. (9:39) Highlighting some important ingredients in Peak Power formulation and how they were sourced. Guayusa. (13:15) Bacopa. (17:34) Lions Mane. (20:50) Green tea. (23:15) Coffeeberry Neurofactor. (23:46) The importance of being glyphosate residue free. (24:32) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Organifi Peak Power for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout** Visit Paleo Valley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP15 at checkout for 15% discount** November Promotion: MAPS OCR or MAPS Cardio HALF OFF! **Promo code NOVEMBER50 at checkout** Arsenic, Lead Found in Popular Protein Supplements Guayusa, the ritual and sacred plant of Amazonia   The cognitive-enhancing effects of Bacopa monnieri: a systematic review of randomized, controlled human clinical trials Increase Focus & Cognitive Function With Coffeeberry Neurofactor Organifi's Commitment to Our Planet Glyphosate Residue Free - Certified Products - The Detox Project Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The BEST post-workout meals for recovery tend to contain a good amount of carbohydrates and proteins. Not just protein. (2:32) Kids want it THEIR way. (9:18) Aurelius’ two-year leap. (13:31) The HUGE misconception about kids and lifting weights. (16:06) The correlation of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) with circumcision. (19:01) Bad dog! (23:19) Mind Pump’s white lies. (25:06) AI music generators: Hustle or the future of music? (34:15) What are personal training certifications missing out on the most? (41:32) #ListenerLive question #1 - What are the fundamental building blocks for training like an 1800s strongman? (44:54) #ListenerLive question #2 - Are testosterone-boosting supplements worth exploring before going on TRT? (55:36) #ListenerLive question #3 - Any guidance on training to optimize post-show muscle gain, but also how to get out of this caloric deficit? (1:10:49) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com MIND PUMP LIVE Q&A W/ MAX LUGAVERE Visit Kreatures of Habit: Meal One for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MP25 at checkout** NCI x Mind Pump November Promotion: MAPS OCR or MAPS Cardio HALF OFF! **Promo code NOVEMBER50 at checkout** Why Ages 2-7 Matter So Much for Brain Development | Edutopia ‎The Wonder Weeks on the App Store Neonatal circumcision and prematurity are associated with sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) The Dog Who Kept Pushing Kids Into A River To Acquire Steak Rewards Mind Pump #1885: Dr. John Delony On Relationships, Mental Health & Crisis Management Record Labels Say AI Music Generators Threaten Music Industry Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Oldtime Strongman Training Secrets Dinosaur Training: Lost Secrets of Strength and Development Kettlebells For Aesthetics   MAPS Fitness Anabolic MAPS Strong   MAPS Fitness Performance Visit Joy Mode for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order** Mind Pump #1935: Supplements That Support Testosterone, Improve Sleep & Enhance Sex With Eric Trexler MP Hormones Mind Pump Hormones Facebook Private Forum MAPS 15 Minutes Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. John Delony (@johndelony) Instagram Eric Trexler (@trexlerfitness) 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: Here is an EASY way to reduce your calories by 10-15%, simply eat while NOT distracted! (2:06) Are you using DoorDash express? (7:38) The benefits of using Seed for your skin and mental health! (12:56) Why you should choose Organifi if you want your supplements to be glyphosate-free. (14:54) Will insect foods become a trend? (18:49) Why is Justin prone to head injuries? (24:24) Pornography’s profound effect on the brain. (30:27) MrBeast is the future of media. (41:06) Will Jake Paul become the highest-paid boxer of all time? (48:15) #Quah question #1 - When bulking, does the total amount of calories consumed matter more than grams of protein? (53:28) #Quah question #2 - Can you use Zercher Squats to build muscle or is it a performance component in MAPS Performance? (58:52) #Quah question #3 - Do you think people can lift more weight if they don’t know how heavy the weight is?  Does knowing a certain weight is “heavy” make you perform better or worse? (1:04:34) #Quah question #4 - If you couldn’t be in the fitness space what would all of you be doing? (1:07:48) Related Links/Products Mentioned MIND PUMP LIVE Q&A W/ MAX LUGAVERE Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first month’s supply of Seed’s DS-01™ Daily Synbiotic** Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout** November Promotion: MAPS OCR or MAPS Cardio HALF OFF! **Promo code NOVEMBER50 at checkout** PC Express ™ Rapid Delivery Delivery - DoorDash The Effectiveness and Safety of Probiotic Supplements for Psoriasis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials and Preclinical Trials Equi.life is offering all Mind Pump listeners the Stress, Mood & Metabolism at Home Lab Test for 50% off! Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP at checkout** Visit Joovv for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Glyphosate formulations and their use for the inhibition of 5-enolpyruvylshikimate-3-phosphate synthase Watching pornography rewires the brain to a more juvenile state Social Media Use Linked to Developing Depression Regardless of Personality MrBeast Is Looking To Raise $150 Million For His Empire, At A $1.5 BILLION Valuation! MrBeast Said He Turned Down $1 Billion Deal for His YouTube Channel #1788 - Mr. Beast - The Joe Rogan Experience | Podcast on Spotify Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP10 at checkout** Build Your Legs with the Zercher Squat - Mind Pump TV Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram Jake Paul (@jakepaul) Instagram

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Jason Phillips about how eating for aesthetics, performance and longevity differ. The foundation that NCI has built its certification on. (3:10) What promotes the fitness extremes? (7:00) The important factor of quality of life and understanding the journey. (14:07) The different seasons in achieving your goals. (21:45) Jason’s hierarchy of periodization. (25:21) The delicate balance of these seasons in life. (33:19) How the severity of pain dictates the speed of action. (38:06) Seasons are defined by the end result. (42:39) Self-identity and athlete mindset. (46:30) How to bridge the knowledge and facilitate application. (55:17) The pursuit of fitness for mental/professional growth. (1:02:45) Jason’s current state of life. (1:07:25) Why are the coaches at NCI so loyal? (1:09:54) Related Links/Products Mentioned Mind Pump x NCI Giveaway Visit NutriSense for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP at checkout** November Promotion: MAPS OCR or MAPS Cardio HALF OFF! **Promo code NOVEMBER50 at checkout** Charts of Body Fat Percentage by Gender and Age New Study: NFL players die 7 years earlier than MLB players From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life – Book by Arthur C. Brooks The Almanack of Naval Ravikant: A Guide to Wealth and Happiness Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Jason Phillips (@jasonphillipsisnutrition) Instagram Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere5) Instagram Ben Greenfield (@bengreenfieldfitness) Instagram DK Metcalf (@dk14) Instagram James Piot (@jamespiot1) Twitter Saquon Barkley (@saquon) Instagram Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram James Krause (@thejameskrause) Instagram

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here’s a SUPER common mistake people make when trying to bring up a lagging body part. They ADD volume to that body part but DON’T take away from other body parts. (2:30) Is cancel culture dying? (12:12) Instagram’s new feature coming after Only Fans. (20:32) AR or virtual reality? (24:43) What is Mind Pump streaming? (26:00) Mind Pump’s near-death experiences. (29:24) The REAL thing you need to check your kid’s candy for. (40:22) Get your long sleeves from Vuori! (46:55) Max has a sense of humor. (48:09) A simple hack to positively affect your sleep. (50:02) #ListenerLive question #1 - How would you advise that I approach and think about training with a stressful/busy schedule? (52:11) #ListenerLive question #2 - Would it be better for me to increase my strength and run through MAPS Powerlift before running through a program like Strong? (1:00:03) #ListenerLive question #3 - How important is it to have a niche/specialty as a personal trainer? (1:07:13) #ListenerLive question #4 - Any advice on how to train and diet to help lower my cholesterol without having to use blood thinners? (1:18:53) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com MIND PUMP LIVE Q&A W/ MAX LUGAVERE Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Visit Felix Gray for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! November Promotion: MAPS OCR or MAPS Cardio HALF OFF! **Promo code NOVEMBER50 at checkout** Mind Pump #1745: How To Pack On Muscle To Your Lagging/Stubborn Body Parts Peloton drops Kanye West music from platform after anti-Semitic outbursts Grant Cardone Says Black Community Should Support Kanye for "Genius" Example Set INSTAGRAM SUBSCRIPTION: WHAT IS THE NEW FEATURE TAKING OVER THE PLATFORM? Disney's 'Remembering' Short Film Has An AR App: Here's How It Works Watch The Patient Streaming Online | Hulu Watch Aftershock: Everest and the Nepal Earthquake | Netflix Mind Pump #1935: Supplements That Support Testosterone, Improve Sleep & Enhance Sex With Eric Trexler Image of pilot hanging out window captures heroic story 30 years on Debunking the myth of drugs in Halloween candy Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout** MAPS 15 Minutes Mind Pump #1917: Ten Common Traits Of Fit & Healthy People Prime Bundle MAPS Strong MAPS Symmetry Becoming a Supple Leopard 2nd Edition: The Ultimate Guide to Resolving Pain, Preventing Injury, and Optimizing Athletic Performance Get Certified - CPPS Coaches Kinstretch® | Functional Anatomy Seminars MP Holistic Health Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Kelly Starrett (@thereadystate) Instagram Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram