In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The good news is scientists keep getting closer to designing exercise in a pill. The bad news is you’re not going to get nearly the same benefits you get from exercise! (3:33) The fascinating way people use the suicide hotline. (14:40) The power of saying NO. (16:50) How your body keeps the score. (18:29) The advantage of using tactical empathy. (21:40) The differences between basketball sneakers over the decades. (23:30) If I had Magic Spoon as a kid... (33:04) The unintended consequences of government mandates. (36:41) What is cannabis NOT good for?! (42:25) Raving over super athletes. (46:23) #ListenerLive question #1 - Does my body absorb and use all of the nutrients the same way it would if I were to eat 3-4 meals a day over an 8–10-hour window as opposed to what I’m doing now? (53:53) #ListenerLive question #2 - What are your opinions on different deadlift variations, specifically conventional, trap bar, or sumo? Is one form safer than the other, and will I get the same benefits from using one variation over the other? (1:07:39) #ListenerLive question #3 - Should I fire my trainer? She keeps adding weight to the bar and giving me heavy weights that I can’t lift. (1:22:58) #ListenerLive question #4 - How important, as a trainer, is it to track your clients' workouts? (1:37:01) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Magic Spoon for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! July Promotion: RGB Bundle or MAPS Suspension 50% off! **Promo code JULY50 at checkout** The benefits of exercise in a pill? Science is closer to that goal Mind Pump #1495 The Science Of Happiness With Arthur C. Brooks Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It – Book by Chris Voss Thinking, Fast and Slow – Book by Daniel Kahneman The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma – Book by Bessel van der Kolk M.D. Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen MindPump Co-Host Justin Andrews Talks High School Football Training w/ Joe D! Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! Mandating Low-Nicotine Cigarettes Could Make Smoking More Dangerous Thank You for Smoking (2005) - IMDb Cannabinoids Block Cellular Entry of SARS-CoV-2 and the Emerging Variants When Brock Lesnar Tried Out for NFL Side Minnesota Vikings WWE & UFC Star Brock Lesnar Preseason Highlights (2004) | NFL You Don't Know Bo - ESPN Films: 30 for 30 Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout** Mind Pump #1052: Why Fasting May Be Making You Fat Mind Pump #1780: Why Blood Tests Are Overrated With Dr. Stephen Cabral MAPS Fitness Anabolic MAPS Symmetry MAPS Prime Webinar Improve Your Overhead Press & Build Your Shoulders with Unilateral Kettlebell Carries – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump #1622: Nine Signs Your Trainer Sucks How Do I Choose The Right Weight? (LIFT RESPONSIBLY) - Mind Pump TV Prime Bundle Mind Pump Clips - YouTube Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Tim Kennedy (@timkennedymma)  Instagram Paul J. Fabritz (@pjfperformance)  Instagram Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym)  Instagram Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere)  Instagram Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral)  Instagram

Ten Weird Ways to Boost Workout Performance Did you know there are PROVEN ways to boost your athletic performance but they are really WEIRD? (2:25)   Ten Weird Ways to Boost Workout Performance.    #1 - Have salt and water. (3:07) #2 - Pick an awesome playlist. (6:50) #3 - Train in the afternoon. (9:34) #4 - Workout in a new place. (12:03) #5 - Take twice as long to train. (14:19) #6 - Explosive first. (16:03) #7 – Isometrics. (19:16) #8 - Get cold before your workout. (24:13) #9 - Bring a friend. (27:35) #10 - Train outside. (29:40) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Drink LMNT for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Special Launch: MAPS Cardio, plus two special e-books for $77! (Ends 7/3) **Promo code CARDIOSPECIAL at checkout** Electrolyte Drinks Market Size & Trends | Growth Analysis, 2030 Salt increases physical performance in resistance competitions Jog To The Beat: Music Increases Exercise Endurance By 15% Time-of-Day Effects on Short-Duration Maximal Exercise Performance Mind Pump #1677: The Best Explosive Exercises For Muscle Growth & Fat Loss Prime Bundle | MAPS Fitness Products Mind Pump #1745: How To Pack On Muscle To Your Lagging/Stubborn Body Parts Supercharge Exercise Performance & Recovery with Cooling | Huberman Lab Podcast #19 Stanford Researchers’ Cooling Glove Boosts Exercise Recovery Mind Pump #1825: Man Cheats Death & Builds Cold Plunge Business Mind Pump #1820: How To Choose The Perfect Workout Partner Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Ben Pakulski (@bpakfitness)  Instagram Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink)  Instagram Andrew Huberman, Ph.D. (@hubermanlab)  Instagram

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here is an easy way to lose weight, drink a gallon of water every single day! (2:47) Being socially aware and saying less. (9:17) Sal recommends the Golden Era of Bodybuilding on YouTube. (16:46) Why Justin is a little disappointed with the Star Wars franchise as of late. (21:45) How the crypto/NFT craze resembles the dot-com bubble. (22:51) The guy’s favorite Vuori summer styles. (27:18) PT-141 makes you horny. (30:58) How Public Goods is comparable in price or cheaper, refills that save you money directly to your door! (33:38) Ranking the countries that pollute the ocean with the most plastics. (35:07) What culture has the best bodybuilding food? (41:23) #ListenerLive question #1 - How important is a deloading phase in a fitness program? (43:23) #ListenerLive question #2 - What is a reasonable timetable for muscle building or body fat percentage change? (57:06) #ListenerLive question #3 - What is your nutrition advice for a client who is trying to lose weight, following my meal plan, but not seeing results? (1:05:05) #ListenerLive question #4 - Is it possible to continue to build muscle in the lower body with light weights? (1:18:40) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Visit Public Goods for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Receive $15 off your first Public Goods order with NO MINIMUM purchase** Special Launch: MAPS Cardio, plus two special e-books for $77! (Ends 7/3) **Promo code CARDIOSPECIAL at checkout** Visit Drink LMNT for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Golden Era Of Bodybuilding - Documentary - YouTube Albert Beckles Obi-Wan Kenobi | Disney+ Originals Dot-com bubble - Wikipedia MP Hormones PT-141 | Review of Benefits, Dosage, Side Effects, and More Ranking the Countries that Pollute the Oceans With the Most Plastics Visit LivON Labs for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Effects of periodic and continued resistance training on muscle CSA and strength in previously untrained men Prime Bundle | MAPS Fitness Products Why The Scale Is Not Always The Best Way To Measure Progress – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1245: Why Meal Plans Suck Mind Pump #1847: Five Reasons Your Fat Loss Has Stalled Mind Pump #1830: Five Steps To Determine Your Ideal Caloric Intake MAPS Suspension Training Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Bear Grylls (@beargrylls)  Instagram Dexter “The Blade” Jackson (@mrolympia08)  Instagram Eugene Teo (@coacheugeneteo)  Instagram Rad Dad (@raddad)  Instagram

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: For more stamina, the best time to do cardio is at the BEGINNING of your workout. If you want more strength, lift weights FIRST. (3:27) Letting things go in pursuit of your true passion. (6:23) The pros and cons of technological advancements. (20:06) It’s about the little things in life. (23:31) Justin’s visit to cheese haven! (25:37) Cockroaches are becoming almost impossible to kill. (31:32) Super Gonorrhea is a thing. (32:25) How oils from plants can protect your body from harmful bacteria. (33:34) Mind Pump’s favorite flavor of Organifi protein powder. (35:21) A couple of communist jokes from Sal. (36:42) Busting the mystery surrounding the Bermuda Triangle. (37:18) Mind Pump’s favorite/most embarrassing snacks they ate as kids. (39:25) #Quah question #1 - Does it matter where I get my protein as long as I get enough per day? (44:31) #Quah question #2 - What are the major factors you consider when looking for a new gym? (51:00) #Quah question #3 - What’s a good body fat percentage for a woman bulking? (55:49) #Quah question #4 - How does TRT affect fat loss diets considering extra water retention, etc.? (59:40) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP at checkout** Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout** Special Launch: MAPS Cardio, plus two special e-books for $77! (Ends 7/3) **Promo code CARDIOSPECIAL at checkout** June Promotion: Shredded Summer Bundle or MAPS HIIT 50% off! **Promo code JUNE50 at checkout** Beyond 2000 - Official Channel - YouTube JRE#1828 Michio Kaku Scientists craft living human skin for robots -- ScienceDaily Casu marzu: The world's 'most dangerous' cheese Cockroaches are becoming immune to insecticides. New Super Gonorrhea Strain Detected, Causes Sexually Transmitted Infection In Austrian Man Bermuda Triangle is no mystery, ocean scientist explains What are the doldrums? - National Ocean Service Visit Oli Pop for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 15% off your first order** The Myth of Optimal Protein Intake – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1220: The 4 Best Sources Of Protein How Your Genetics Influence Your Muscle Building Potential – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1565: Why Women Should Bulk MP Hormones Mind Pump Hormones Facebook Private Forum Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss 5 Reasons Your Fat Loss Has Stalled and What You Can Do About It Weight/fat loss plateaus are somewhat normal, but they DO NOT have to stick around forever! Often times there are a few things you have to do to get the fat/weight loss moving in the right direction again. (2:31) Understanding the mental gymnastics your clients go through. (6:35) 5 Reasons Your Fat Loss Has Stalled and What You Can Do About It. #1 - Calories are too high (track, build muscle, look at weekends). (10:56) #2 - Calories are too low. (19:16) #3 - Workout needs to change (change phases, add or reduce volume). (27:16) #4 - Need a break for recovery, weight loss, not fat loss (de-load, take a week to eat more). (32:13) #5 - Poor health (prioritize health, sleep routine, nutrient deficiencies, libido). (37:21) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Special Launch: MAPS Cardio, plus two special e-books for $77! (Ends 7/3) **Promo code CARDIOSPECIAL at checkout** June Promotion: Shredded Summer Bundle or MAPS HIIT 50% off! **Promo code JUNE50 at checkout** What Makes Tracking Macronutrients Effective - Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1830: Five Steps To Determine Your Ideal Caloric Intake 3 Biggest Mistakes Women Make When Trying to Lose Weight – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1027: 3 Steps To Speed Up Your Metabolism Mind Pump #1630: Ten Ways To Break Through A Plateau Mind Pump #1345: 6 Ways To Optimize Sleep For Faster Muscle Gain And Fat Loss MP Holistic Health Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral)  Instagram

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Cardio can ACTUALLY help you build muscle. (4:20) Kids do silly things when they are young. (11:47) Justin had a great Father’s Day. (22:04) Euphoria is too much for Sal. (24:52) The HUGE difference between targeted vs. broad supplementation and what Equi.Life brings to the table. (27:54) An update on the live listener call in with a swollen arm. (30:56) Ned’s full-spectrum hemp oil is LEGIT! (34:40) Not so trendy. (38:44) World Swimming Org bans trans women athletes that are past puberty age. (40:12) #ListenerLive question #1 - Is 3.5 hours of activity too much per day? Should I cut movement and calories? (46:37) #ListenerLive question #2 – What is your advice for someone who wants to maintain their fitness while on an extended travel leave with limited equipment? (58:01)  #ListenerLive question #3 - After completing MAPS Performance I had a significant strength increase from MAPS Anabolic phase 1, to MAPS Aesthetic phase 1, and don't recall this the last time I went through the mesocycle. How/why is that possible? (1:03:28) #ListenerLive question #4 - Any insight on a good approach on how to wear my rucksack to avoid fatiguing my core? (1:10:18) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Equi.life is offering all Mind Pump listeners an at home Minerals & Metals At-Home Lab Test for 50% off! Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Special Launch: MAPS Cardio, plus two special e-books for $77! (Ends 7/3) **Promo code CARDIOSPECIAL at checkout** June Promotion: Shredded Summer Bundle or MAPS HIIT 50% off! **Promo code JUNE50 at checkout** Mind Pump #1845: How To Do Cardio & Not Lose Muscle Monterey Beach Resort | The Sanctuary Beach Resort Euphoria | Official Website for the HBO Series | HBO.com Watch God's Favorite Idiot | Netflix Official Site Watch Hustle | Netflix Official Site MP Holistic Health FINA votes to restrict transgender women from swimming events Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Mind Pump #1142: Nine Signs You Are Overtraining No BS 6-Pack Abs | MAPS Fitness Products MAPS Fitness Anabolic MAPS Fitness Anywhere MAPS Suspension Training MAPS Symmetry MAPS Fitness Performance Visit Drink LMNT for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral)  Instagram

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin how to build stamina and endurance and not lose muscle or slow the metabolism. Cardio CAN be an effective way to work out if you do it RIGHT. You do it WRONG you end up slowing your metabolism and losing muscle. (3:06) Six Ways How to Do Cardio & Not Lose Muscle. (4:08) #1 - Building muscle & strength should be the foundation. (6:44) #2 - Conditioning vs. Endurance (Focus on performance). (12:03) #3 - HIIT Cardio. (18:54) #4 - Be active daily (Pick something that you enjoy). (26:51) #5 - Don’t undereat (Eat enough protein). (31:37) #6 - Functional exercises. (36:18) Bonus: Improve your mobility and stability. (42:35) Introducing MAPS Cardio! (43:54) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Launch Promotion: MAPS Cardio, plus two special e-books for $77! (Ends 7/3) **Promo code CARDIOSPECIAL at checkout** Visit NutriSense for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout** June Promotion: Shredded Summer Bundle or MAPS HIIT 50% off! **Promo code JUNE50 at checkout** Mind Pump #1387: Turning Your Body Into A Fat-Burning Machine Mind Pump #1027: 3 Steps To Speed Up Your Metabolism Mind Pump #1307: How To Make Your HIIT Workout More Effective What is NEAT and Why Should You Care About it? - Mind Pump Blog Why do we Need Protein? – Mind Pump Blog The Myth of Optimal Protein Intake – Mind Pump Blog Why The Scale Is Not Always The Best Way To Measure Progress – Mind Pump Blog How To Do The Sled Push The RIGHT Way! (AVOID MISTAKES!) – Mind Pump TV COUNTRY STRONG?? Increase YOUR Work Capacity (2 EXERCISES) | MIND PUMP How To Improve YOUR Work Capacity (6 MOVEMENTS) | MIND PUMP TV 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: Some of the best exercises for your arms are ACTUALLY back and chest exercises! (2:44) Optimism and its connection to a longer lifespan. (13:36) The power of belief. (17:10) Organifi continues to EXPLODE! (24:40) When conversations with your kids get uncomfortable. (26:04) The secret to satisfaction is NOT having more but wanting LESS. (34:43) Scientific conspiracies that turned out to be TRUE! (36:31) Sal clears the air on Zbiotics. (45:34) #ListenerLive question #1 - Any advice on how to possibly program lifting sessions for high school athletes to get the most out of their off-season training program? (50:01) #ListenerLive question #2 - Is it possible to run a full-body routine if you are short on time? (1:05:59) #ListenerLive question #3 - What are your thoughts on incorporating cleans rather than shrugs into your programming? (1:14:35) #ListenerLive question #4 - For low-bar squatting, how do I up the weight and how do I relieve the wrist pain I am experiencing? (1:23:33) 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** Visit ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Father’s Day Special: Free Shipping on all apparel and equipment for $150.00 or more 6/10-6/24 June Promotion: Shredded Summer Bundle or MAPS HIIT 50% off! **Promo code JUNE50 at checkout** Optimism, lifestyle, and longevity in a racially diverse cohort of women Mind Pump #1030: Dr. Roy Vongtama John of God: The Crimes of a Spiritual Healer - Netflix Mind Pump #1837: Manage Your Blood Sugar & Lose Body Fat With Kelly LeVeque Common Knee Surgery May Help No More Than A Fake Operation Morning Brew Rich Roll Podcast #683 – Arthur Brooks 8 Scientific Conspiracies That Turned Out To Be True - IFLScience Chaos: Charles Manson, the CIA, and the Secret History of the Sixties – Book by Tom O’Neill Pesticide atrazine can turn male frogs into females | Berkeley News Logan Paul Roasts Mayweather & Toasts KSI Visit Oli Pop for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 15% off your first order** MAPS Fitness Performance Mind Pump #1330: Unconventional Training For Fat Loss And Muscle Gain MindPump Co-Host Justin Andrews Talks High School Football Training w/ Joe D! Visit Magic Spoon for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! Stop Working Out And Start Practicing – Mind Pump Blog MAPS Prime Webinar MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Mind Pump #1452: Your 10 Minute Workout For The Holiday Season MAPS Powerlift MAPS Strong GROW Your GLUTES with a SINGLE LEG DEADLIFT! - Mind Pump TV How To Do A Snatch Grip Deadlift With Eugene Teo – Mind Pump TV MAPS Symmetry Prime Bundle UNLOCK Tight Hips With This Hip Flexor Stretch! - Mind Pump TV Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Jordan Shallow D.C (@the_muscle_doc)  Instagram Ben Pollack, Ph.D. (@phdeadlift)  Instagram Roy Vongtama MD (@royvongtamamd)  Instagram Kelly LeVeque (@bewellbykelly)  Instagram Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks)  Instagram Rich Roll (@richroll)  Instagram Logan Paul (@loganpaul)  Instagram Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym)  Instagram

In this episode of Quah (Q & A) Sal, A dam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Sometimes the best workout for muscle and strength are HEAVY singles and doubles. (2:33) How kids are so in tune with things. (15:02) Every once in a while, your genetics come out. (20:05) When studies confirm old wisdom. (25:38) Grass-fed versus grain-fed beef and why Butcher Box is so beneficial. (33:35) Is American cheese real cheese? (36:51) #Quah question #1 - What are your guys' thoughts on the keto diet for muscle growth? (38:56) #Quah question #2 - How do you get yourself back into lifting when depression has taken over? (46:45) #Quah question #3 - I’m 6 weeks into my summer cut, and I just hit a squat PR. How does this happen? (51:51) #Quah question #4 - What still surprises you guys about each other even after all these years of knowing each other so well and working together? (54:59) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! Father’s Day Special: Free Shipping on all apparel and equipment for $150.00 or more 6/10-6/24 June Promotion: Shredded Summer Bundle or MAPS HIIT 50% off! **Promo code JUNE50 at checkout** Dinosaur Training: Lost Secrets of Strength and Development Ancestral Diets: The Importance of Traditional First Nations Food Comparison of Traditional Indigenous Diet and Modern Industrial Diets and Their Link to Ascorbate Requirement and Status Mind Pump #1815: Improving Fat Loss, Muscle Gain And Fitness With Continuous Glucose Monitors Visit NutriSense for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout** What is American cheese made of? Visit LivON Labs for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! The Keto Diet is Making People Fat – Mind Pump Blog Should I Consider A Ketogenic Diet As A Bodybuilder? - Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1792: The Secrets Of Happy People With Arthur C. Brooks Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Pavel Tsatsouline (@strongfirst)  Instagram Mikhaila Peterson (@mikhailapeterson)  Instagram Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks)  Instagram

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover ten reasons NOT to become a personal trainer. Some jobs require a DEEP passion and some don’t. (2:11) Ten Reasons Why You Should NOT Become a Personal Trainer. #1 - You deal with A LOT of DIFFERENT people. (5:51) #2 - Failure is part of the job. (10:59) #3 - Hard to make money. (15:31) #4 - You work A LOT of hours initially. (21:19) #5 - You have to be “ON” all the time. (24:07) #6 - You can’t be idealistic. (28:53) #7 - You are judged by pain, soreness, and sweat. (33:11) #8 - You have to counter wrong info constantly. (37:01) #9 - People expect instant results. (39:37) #10 - It’s a LONG process. (41:47) If you have the PASSION, NOTHING is more rewarding than being a personal trainer. (44:30) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Paleo Valley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP15 at checkout for 15% discount** Father’s Day Special: Free Shipping on all apparel and equipment for $150.00 or more 6/10-6/24 June Promotion: Shredded Summer Bundle or MAPS HIIT 50% off! **Promo code JUNE50 at checkout** The Fitness Industry’s 80 Percent Annual Trainer Turnover Problem Has a Solution 3 Things You Should Know Before You Become a Personal Trainer – Mind Pump Blog Finding the Best Personal Trainer for YOU – Mind Pump Blog The Key to Fitness Success is Self-Love – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources