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Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

MindPump exposes the RAW TRUTH about health, fitness, nutrition and more... Hosts Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer & Justin Andrews pull back the curtain on the mythology, snake oil and pseudo-science that pervades the fitness industry and present science-backed solutions that result in increased muscular development and performance while simultaneously emphasizing health. No fitness institution or fitness "truth" is safe from their quick wit and over 40 years of combined experience in the fitness industry. Produced by Doug Egge. Find Mind Pump and the Mind Pump hosts on Instragram @mindpumpmedia, @mindpumpsal, @mindpumpadam, @mindpumpjustin & @mindpumpdoug and at mindpumppodcast.com. Get expertly programmed Mind Pump training protocols at mapsfitnessproducts.com
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Now displaying: February, 2020
1239: How to Get a Flat Belly, Techniques to Add Weight to Your Major Lifts, Tips for Increasing the Depth of Your Squat & More 0
Feb 29, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about exercises to get a flat, tight stomach, the best supplemental exercises for increasing the four big lifts, ways to improve the mind/muscle connection, and advice for someone who wants to squat deeper but can’t break parallel.

  • Mind Pump reminisces on their old videos. (4:44)
  • Mind Pump on colossal poops. (10:08)
  • How massage guns may cause problems, their favorite type of massage & MORE. (16:12)
  • How Adam uses the ChiliPad to get better sleep. (24:23)
  • Oral health is important for heart health. (28:19)
  • A company makes protein out of thin air. (31:21)
  • The latest product on Justin’s radar. (33:30)
  • Electronics and secondhand screen time. (34:35)
  • Airbnb taking new measures to keep their guests safe. (40:30)
  • Magic mushrooms to be used for marriage therapy. (42:45)
  • #Quah question #1 – What exercises should you include in your routine to get a flat, tight stomach? (47:03)
  • #Quah question #2 - What are some of the best supplemental exercises for increasing the big four lifts? (55:24)
  • #Quah question #3 – What are some ways to improve the mind/muscle connection? (1:06:49)
  • #Quah question #4 – What advice would you give to someone who wants to squat deeper but can’t break parallel? (1:10:55)

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1238: How & When to Superset, Using Angles to Increase Gains, Exercises to Improve Balance & MORE 0
Feb 28, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about how often to use supersets and what muscle groups to use them with, how to take advantage of using angles when lifting, favorite exercises to increase a person’s sense of balance, and what people in their 20s need to hear about training and nutrition.

1237: Why Most Group Exercise Classes Suck 0
Feb 27, 2020

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss the pros and cons of group classes.

  • Group Exercise Classes: The good, the bad and the ugly. (3:38)
  • The origins of group exercise classes. (8:25)
  • Why is there such a pull to take these classes? (10:34)
  • The Pros of Group Exercise Classes. (14:45)
  • Cardio with weights. (17:18)
  • The risk vs reward of yoga classes. (18:28)
  • The detrimental effects of being a cortisol junkie. (20:00)
  • The biggest mistake people make. (23:58)
  • Regression vs Progression. (25:52)
  • The difficulty to individualize. (27:40)
  • Do NOT ignore your body’s signals. (31:15)
  • The popularity of Orangetheory and F45, the difficulty to teach it & MORE. (33:15)
  • The importance of educating yourself before you invest in group exercise classes. (45:32)

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1236: How Hip Thrusts Rank Compared to Other Compound Lifts, What to Do If You Have Horrible Mobility, Massage Gun Review & More 0
Feb 26, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about how hip thrusts stack up compared to other compound lifts, what you should do if you have horrible all-round mobility, favorite go-to dishes that they cook at home, and whether massage guns are good for recovery or a just waste of money.

  • Sal’s kerfuffle at the gym. (5:00) 
  • Sal’s honeymoon in Maui. (8:58)
  • Adam living the #dadlife and his new normal when it comes to his fitness. (12:30)
  • Justin is cutting down on the caffeine. (22:30)
  • Why all CBD products are NOT created equal. (27:25)
  • Mind Pump Recommends Babies on Netflix. (31:26)
  • The ‘Influencers in the Wild’ page is blowing up! (40:32)
  • Jay Shetty gets called out, what it means to be authentic & MORE. (42:44)
  • Harvey Weinstein gets convicted. (48:07)
  • #Quah question #1 - From listening to Mind Pump I have learned that compound lifts are essential for building strength and muscle. Do you consider the hip thrust to be in the same category or is it more of an accessory exercise for those seeking to develop their glutes? (51:44)
  • #Quah question #2 - If you have horrible all-round mobility should you focus on one area first and then move on to the next one once that is ok? Or should you do a bit on all the problem areas? (1:00:49)
  • #Quah question #3 - You guys talk about the importance of eating high-quality/healthy food, yet besides Doug, we rarely get to hear what any of you cook at home. What’s your favorite go-to dish that you cook for yourself at home? (1:11:01)
  • #Quah question #4 - Are massage guns good for recovery or a waste of money? (1:23:00)

 

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1235: The 5 Most Overrated Supplements 0
Feb 24, 2020

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin reveal why five of the most popular supplements may be a complete waste of money.

  • The challenges that Mind Pump currently faces. (1:41)
  • The 5 Most Overrated Supplements. (3:00)
    • Branched-Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs). (5:10)
    • Fat burners. (14:18)
    • Nitric oxide boosters. (20:45)
    • Testosterone boosters. (26:37)
    • Collagen protein. (31:24)

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1234: Jenny Craig DNA Decoder Plan Review, the Best Way to Build a Solid Core, the Single Most Valuable Piece of Exercise Equipment & More 0
Feb 22, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the Jenny Craig DNA Decoder Plan, building a good core by only doing compound lifts and mobility exercises like the ones in MAPS Prime, the one piece of equipment they would take if the last gym in the world was on fire, and what to do when you have the right mindset to achieve your goals but have too many distractions keeping you from reaching them.

  • Insecure people are intimidated by confident people. (4:30)
  • Coming full circle with not caring and creating an artificial status. (7:28)
  • Mind Pump on their old school porn stories and getting caught in the act.  (10:15)
  • The pros and cons of cooking in a cast-iron skillet, farm-raised vs wild-caught fish, favorite cuts of Butcher Box meat & MORE. (16:36)
  • New guidelines being put on heading in soccer. (21:57)
  • Mind Pump on the coronavirus. (24:48)
  • Justin Bieber reveals he has Lyme Disease. (27:15)
  • Wayfair’s poor business model resulting in hundreds of layoffs. (29:50)
  • Weight loss drug being pulled from the market over cancer risk. (34:34)
  • Nike extortion case. (38:05)
  • Mind Pump talk politics. (41:32)
  • #Quah question #1 – Saw an ad on TV for the Jenny Craig DNA Meal Plan for weight loss. It seems like clever marketing B.S. Any viability to this? (46:27)
  • #Quah question #2 – Can you build a good core by only doing compound lifts and mobility exercises like the ones in MAPS Prime? Or should you incorporate certain core and ab exercises as well? (52:16)
  • #Quah question #3 - If the last gym in the world was on fire, which piece of equipment would take with you and why? (57:46)
  • #Quah question #4 - What do you do when you have the right mindset to achieve your goals, but you have too many distractions keeping you from reaching them? (1:04:15)

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Dr. Ben Pollack, PhD (@phdeadlift)  Instagram

1233: When to Use High Reps to Build Muscle & Strength, the Benefits of Splitting up Your Workout Throughout the Day, the Best Ways to Deal With Stress & More 0
Feb 21, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about 2-a-days, whether endurance rep ranges in the 15-20 range help at all with strength and hypertrophy, the correlation between lean muscle mass and resting metabolic rate, and the best ways to deal with stress.

  • Adam experimenting with Organifi products. (4:07)
  • Adam’s prank falls flat on his staff member. (5:21)
  • Tom and Jerry turn 80 and the evolution of animation. (11:15)
  • Astronauts and resistance training. (13:50)
  • Blue light blocking glasses have come a LONG way. (17:28)
  • Mind Pump Recommends Mythic Quest on Apple+ and McMillions on HBO. (21:10)
  • Is masturbation the new cold & flu medicine? (26:50)
  • The Jeff Bezos effect. (29:05)
  • Antioxidants and cancer. (35:15)
  • The importance of being ‘diet fluid’. (36:37)
  • #Quah question #1 – What are your thoughts on 2-a-days? (40:24)
  • #Quah question #2 – Do endurance rep ranges in the 15-20 range help at all with strength and hypertrophy? (48:58)
  • #Quah question #3 – I recently came across conflicting arguments regarding the correlation between lean muscle mass and resting metabolic rate. Why do you think most of these studies seem to suggest that the increase is fairly minimal? (53:44)
  • #Quah question #4 – What are the best ways to deal with stress? (1:02:26)

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Wim Hof (@iceman_hof)  Instagram

1232: The 5 Most Important Resistance Training Principles 0
Feb 20, 2020

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin discuss the 5 most important principles of resistance training.

  • Defining resistance training and how to properly apply it. (3:21)
  • What qualifies as resistance training? (7:12)
  • The 5 Commandments of Resistance Training. 
    • #1 – Do the RIGHT exercises and practice them consistently. (8:16)
    • #2 – Use the PROPER technique. (19:31)
    • #3 – Get stronger! (28:02)
    • #4 – Understand the appropriate dose of intensity and frequency. (34:12)
    • #5 – Seek Novelty. (43:23)
      • Seek a variety of exercises in your routine. (51:32)
      • The importance of tempo and rest. (53:10)

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1231: Breast Enhancing Exercises, How to Alter Diet on Training vs. Non-training Days, Learning to Love Healthy Foods & More 0
Feb 19, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether pec development makes breasts look bigger, how to alter diet on training vs. non-training days, elevator pitches for trying to convince family members of the benefits of resistance training, and the best way to learn to eat new, healthy foods that you haven’t enjoyed in the past.

  • It’s a Vuori Valentine’s Day over at Mind Pump. (4:50)
  • The story behind Mind Pump’s latest sponsor, ZBiotics, and the Wheel of Misfortune. (5:32)
  • Death metal is a whole lot of angst. (24:00)
  • SEO and movies. (28:56)
  • The latest tech news with Mind Pump, the dangers of too much access to information & MORE. (31:28)
  • #Quah question #1 – I recently started working out with a new trainer who has me doing more chest work than I’ve ever done before. Being a very small-breasted woman, is my pec development going to make my chest look bigger? (35:40)
  • #Quah question #2 - How do you alter your diet on training vs. non-training days? (41:29)
  • #Quah question #3 – Do you have an elevator pitch for trying to convince family members of the benefits of resistance training? (48:28)
  • #Quah question #4 – What’s the best way to learn how to eat new, healthy foods that you haven’t enjoyed in the past? I can’t stand salmon and most fish, but I want the health benefits. Can you teach yourself to like new foods? (57:35)

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Matt Cutshall (@mattcutshall)  Instagram

1230: Surviving & Thriving in a Toxic World With Max Lugavere 0
Feb 17, 2020

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with good friend and author Max Lugavere about his newest book, The Genius Life.

  • Health is important to everybody. (1:41)
  • Is Max getting into ‘tiffs’ over social media? (3:40)
  • Making the case for organic vs non-organic. (6:24)
  • Endocrine disruptors and their effect on our hormones. (9:45)
  • The importance of seeking out the opposing view from your own. (14:08)
  • Why is vegans' anger so misplaced? (17:50)
  • The rising popularity of the carnivore diet. (21:30)
  • Don’t Fork Around! The value of dietary protein. (24:00)
  • Do not be afraid of a good quality salt! (27:05)
  • How ultra-processed foods highjack your hunger levels. (31:34)
  • What you eat vs when you eat and its impact on your circadian rhythm. (32:29)
  • Are your lights carcinogenic to your health? (37:15)
  • The Vigger Trigger. The importance of thermal exercise. (43:06)
  • Chronic use of anticholinergic drugs and the dangers to our body. (52:05)
  • What’s the problem with heating plastic containers in the microwave? (54:38)
  • Fish consumption and mercury toxicity. (56:34)
  • Taking caution when taking Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs). (58:45)
  • Knowledge is power. (1:02:17)
  • The Genius Life: Heal Your Mind, Strengthen Your Body, and Become Extraordinary. (1:07:07)

 

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Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne)  Instagram

1229: Ways to Retain Muscle Mass While Dropping Body Fat, Powerlifting for Aesthetics, Simple Steps to Improve Long-Term Health & More 0
Feb 15, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the best way to retain muscle mass while decreasing body fat, powerlifting for aesthetics,  3-5 things that the average person can do to improve their long-term health, and the positives and negatives of being a trainer.

  • Mind Pump ‘weird’ DM’s. (4:00)
  • Single parents are champions! (4:52)
  • Mind Pump Movie Reviews. (9:17)
  • Is the era of the ‘celebrity’ over? (11:20)
  • The importance of maintaining focus in between sets. (18:35)
  • Subscribe to Mind Pump TV. (25:52)
  • The latest dumb wellness/influencer trend. (29:10)
  • Pixar is at it again! (31:33)
  • Mind Pump Recommends A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood. (32:51)
  • Science Alert! Mysterious radio signal from space repeating every 16 days. (34:10)
  • Improv update with Justin. (35:37)
  • What is more important for building muscle, tension or weight? (42:33)
  • NCI certification at Mind Pump Media HQ. (45:47)
  • #Quah question #1 – What is the best way to retain muscle mass while decreasing body fat? Specifically, in terms of how to alter training and how to split up my diet? (47:33)
  • #Quah question #2 – What are your thoughts on powerlifting for aesthetics? (53:33)
  • #Quah question #3 – What are the top 3-5 things that the average American can do to improve their long-term health? (1:00:40)
  • #Quah question #4 – What are the positives and negatives of being a trainer? Do you have any advice that you wish you knew when you first started? (1:08:25)

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1228: How to "Wake-Up" a Butt That Won't Build, the Benefits of Doing Push-Ups Throughout Day, Avoiding Grip Failure When Lifting & More 0
Feb 14, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about  the best plan of action for gluteal amnesia, the value of doing dozens of push-ups throughout the day, whether the deadlift grip should be taken to failure, and how to fix externally rotated “duck” feet.

  • A very healthy debate between Paul Saladino and Terry Wahls. (4:39)
  • The supplement combination that helps with Sal’s ADD. (10:22)
  • The newest trend in bars: No booze. (11:30)
  • The new wine line from MIIR. (18:00)
  • Who has had the worst ideas? (20:50)
  • Mind Pump Shout Outs. (21:48)
  • Look out Tesla, enter Nikola. (23:24)
  • Burger King’s brilliant Valentine’s Day promotion. (25:34)
  • Why it is harder to get leaner in modern life and how to combat it. (30:18)
  • Mind Pump News Report: Updates on the coronavirus conspiracy theories. (41:03)
  • #Quah question #1 – What is the best plan of action for gluteal amnesia? (45:09)
  • #Quah question #2 – How do you guys feel about the daily practice of things like 50 to 100 push-ups? (55:11)
  • #Quah question #3 – Should your deadlift grip be taken to failure? (1:02:10)
  • #Quah question #4 - How do you go about fixing externally rotated feet? (1:06:58)

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Casey Neistat (@caseyneistat)  Instagram

1227: The 5 Most Important Supplements to Take 0
Feb 13, 2020

In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin discuss the five kinds of supplements many people need to take if nutrients are lacking in their whole food diet. 

  • What are supplements? (4:24)
  • Why do certain segments of the population NEED supplements? (6:43)
  • The importance of testing to track the changing of your nutrient demands. (15:15)
  • Why whole foods are the ideal source. (18:40)
  • The 5 Most Important Supplements to Take.  (24:00)
    • Vitamins and minerals to fill nutrient deficiencies. (26:41)
    • Protein. (41:19)
    • Creatine. (47:11)
    • Caffeine. (53:15)
    • Adaptogens. (1:00:46)

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1226: Free Weights vs. Machines for Building Muscle, How to Work Out When Feeling Sore & Tired, the Benefits of Switching up Your Diet & More 0
Feb 12, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about building a physique using only free weights, whether to increase rep ranges or weight when no longer getting sore after workouts, skipping trigger sessions when feeling sore or tired and the benefits to switching up one’s diet.

  • Sal’s action-packed week. (6:56)
  • Adam’s new business plan involving Magic Spoon cereal. (16:19)
  • Turning 40 and aging. (20:53)
  • The value of a home gym when having kids and the environment it creates. (28:40)
  • Justin’s Fun Fact of the Day. (35:02)
  • Sal has a bone to pick with Neil Degrasse Tyson. (38:51)
  • Low-fat diets may cause lower testosterone in men. (42:42)
  • Mind Pump shout outs. (43:43)
  • #Quah question #1 – Can you build your physique, specifically your legs, using just free weights? I train only in my garage with a wide variety of barbells, plates, dumbbells and a few other non-machine items. (50:31)
  • #Quah question #2 – I am not feeling very sore a day or two after I go to the gym. Does that mean I am not working out hard enough? Should I increase my rep ranges or weight? (56:27)
  • #Quah question #3 – Is it ok to skip trigger sessions if you are feeling sore or tired from a previous workout? (1:03:34)
  • #Quah question #4 – Just like there are benefits to switching up your workout routine, are there any benefits to switching up your diet? If so, what would that look like? How often would you change your diet and any pitfalls to avoid? (1:09:24)

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1225: The 5 Must-Dos For Fitness Over 40 0
Feb 10, 2020

In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin discuss five things everyone must do if they want to maintain fitness as they age.

  • The challenges of training after 40. (1:42)
    • Changes in recovery. (4:45)
    • Discipline=Freedom and managing your schedule. (11:00)
    • Ingraining muscle imbalances/chronic pain. (13:08)
    • Changes in hormones. (17:30)
  • The advantages of training after 40. 
    • Tend to be more patient and have more wisdom. (20:18)
    • Greater confidence in yourself. (23:24)
    • Have the expendable income to invest in yourself. (26:30)
  • The 5 Must-Dos for Fitness Over 40. (28:03)
    • #1 – Form is EVERYTHING! (28:48)
    • #2 – Proper priming. (35:44)
    • #3 – LISTEN to your body. (41:01)
    • #4 – Skip maxing out. (47:05)
    • #5 – Place your health over your performance. (53:47)

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1224: How to Use Focus Sessions to Sculpt Your Body, Once a Week Workouts That Work, When to Skip Cardio & MORE 0
Feb 8, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about whether working out once a week is enough to create a respectable physique, how to incorporate focus sessions with a full-body workout, using intermittent fasting to burn fat and build muscle, and whether cardio is necessary.

  • Mind Pump on their go-to Valentine’s Day gifts. (4:48)
  • How to properly use and dose CBD. (12:00)
  • Breaking news on the farmer who was sentenced to 10 years for the massive organic food scam. (18:52)
  • Justin drops some knowledge bombs. (20:10)
  • Planet of the Apes has arrived! (24:37)
  • Have you heard of the new diet coming out? (26:16)
  • The benefits of a high protein diet and the value of a quality protein powder like Organifi. (28:45)
  • Lifting weights is good for your heart too. (32:11)
  • #Quah question #1 – Is working out once a week with a balanced diet enough to create a respectable physique? (40:32)
  • #Quah question #2 - How do you incorporate focus sessions with a full-body workout? (45:54)
  • #Quah question #3 – I am 190 lbs. and intermittent fast from the hours of 8 pm to 12 pm the next day. What are some examples of how I can get protein in between those times of eating? Is it possible to still burn fat and build muscle while going about it this way? (50:45)
  • #Quah question #4 – Would you guys consider cardio necessary? (56:21)

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Terry Wahls MD (@drterrywahls)  Instagram

1223: The Best Exercises to Build Your Abs, How to Hip Hinge, What Shoes to Wear When Lifting & MORE 0
Feb 7, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the best exercises to build abs out, cues that can help a client who can’t hip hinge, thoughts on lifting heavy during a cutting phase, and the importance of the type of shoes you wear when lifting.

  • Adam’s favorite unpopular post on Instagram. 
    • Tim Kennedy’s post on the Super Bowl Halftime Show. (5:28)
    • Layne Norton’s Biggest Loser post. (17:45)
  • Justin’s Improv class updates + the art of communication. (27:27)
  • Sal’s Tesla prediction coming to life. (38:17)
  • Facebook taking a huge dive. (40:05)
  • The Uber of parking spaces has Adam’s attention. (42:04)
  • Creatine may add years to your life. (44:13)
  • How to boost ATP production through red light therapy. (48:00)
  • #Quah question #1 – What are the best exercises to build abs out? I’ve tried hanging leg raises, but I can’t seem to get my abs out more. (52:23)
  • #Quah question #2 – What are some cues that can help a client who can’t hip hinge and keep their back flat? (1:00:08)
  • #Quah question #3 - Thoughts on lifting heavy during a cutting phase? (1:04:45)
  • #Quah question #4 – How important are the type of shoes you wear when lifting? What effect do flat soles, arch support, elevated heels, etc. have? (1:09:45)

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Paige Hathaway (@paigehathaway)  Instagram

1222: Low Carb vs. Low Fat... Which is Better? 0
Feb 6, 2020

In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin dig into the pros and cons of low carb and low fat diets.

  • Making the case for low carb vs low-fat diets. (2:34)
  • Why so much of these diets and ideas around eating are all based around marketing and sales. (4:24)
  • The history of the diet fads. (6:35)
  • The distinction between low carb and low fat. (12:54)
  • Which burns the most body fat? (16:48)
  • The benefits of a low carb/higher fat diet. 
    • The positive effects on satiety levels. (17:35)
    • Why Mind Pump is NOT a fan of the ketogenic/carnivore diets for long-term success. (23:27)
    • Improves gut-health issues. (25:35)
    • Better for cognition. (27:56)
    • Prevention of diabetes. (31:23)
  • How does Mind Pump utilize low carb vs low-fat diets with their clients? (32:14)
  • The drawbacks of a low carb/higher fat diet. 
    • Decreases strength and performance. (33:50)
    • Difficult to bulk. (38:58)
    • Not as convenient. (40:54)
    • It costs more money. (42:14)
  • The benefits of a low fat/higher carb diet. 
    • Will lower your cholesterol levels. (43:26)
    • Increases athletic performance. (46:04)
    • Less expensive. (51:28)
  • The drawbacks of a low fat/higher carb diet.
    • Can lead to lower testosterone levels. (52:10)
    • Brain fog and energy crashes. (53:13)
  • Which is better? (54:37)
  • Is this something you can see yourself doing for the rest of your life? The importance of learning from your body. (1:00:28)

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1221: When to Use Partial Reps, the Difference Between Reverse Dieting & Bulking, Back Squat Exercise Substitutions & More 0
Feb 5, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the appropriate time to incorporate partial reps, the value of going to the gym even if diet is not dialed in, exercises to do if the back squat is not an option, and the difference between reverse dieting and bulking.

  • Mind Pump on the Super Bowl, halftime show, female value, commercials, their food spreads & MORE. (5:36)
  • Mind Pump on the controversy surrounding Joe Rogan endorsing Bernie Sanders. (27:41)
  • When debates turn ugly + the importance of Facebook Groups for education purposes. (34:04)
  • High-intensity vs low-intensity exercise and its effect on the brain. (38:22)
  • Mind Pump on blue light blocking glasses and their design to prevent eye strain. (44:06)
  • #Quah question #1 – I know that full range of motion is best but is there ever an appropriate time to incorporate partials? What are the benefits of doing partial reps? (46:33)
  • #Quah question #2 - If my diet is not super dialed in, for example not getting enough protein, it feels like the gym isn't worth it. Should I still make a point to go? (59:23)
  • #Quah question #3 – What exercise or exercises do you recommend if the back squat is not an option? (1:04:40)
  • #Quah question #4 - What is the difference between reverse dieting and bulking? How long can you stay in a calorie surplus before you get efficient with calories and add body fat? (1:08:35)

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1220: The 4 Best Sources of Protein 0
Feb 3, 2020

In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin discuss the pros and cons of the four best sources of protein.

  • The magic macronutrient, protein. (3:14)
  • Why protein is important for the human body, muscle building, and fat loss? (5:44)
  • Busting the myth that the body ‘burns’ muscle. (13:35)
  • Two things you want to use to your advantage in the modern world when it comes to protein intake.
    • #1 – Faster metabolism. (16:39)
    • #2 – The satiety and thermic effects. (17:09)
  • Making the case for high protein vs low protein diets. (19:50)
  • The Best Sources of Protein. 
    • #1 - Wholefoods. (26:26)
    • #2 - Animal. (28:22)
    • #3 – Plant. (30:00)
    • The popular Amino Acids. (31:48)
    • The drawbacks to whole food protein consumption. (34:30)
    • #4 - Protein powders. (37:50)
      • Whey. (45:27)
      • Egg. (52:05)
      • Planet based. (58:53)
  • Why BCAA’s are a waste of money. (1:04:42)
  • The controversy surrounding soy protein. (1:06:15)

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1219: How to Properly Perform a Row, Ways to Use a Sled in Training, Strength Training for Endurance Athletes & MORE 0
Feb 1, 2020

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the correct way to perform a row, strength training for endurance events, favorite ways to use a sled, and whether whey protein is damaging to the kidneys.

  • House of Pain is Justin’s jam. (4:45)
  • Sal goes down memory lane after watching the SUPPS documentary + the importance of third-party testing and paying attention to quality. (8:34)
  • Mind Pump Live at the Arnold Classic. (22:10)
  • Can ACL tears cause harmful changes in our brain structure? (28:46)
  • Has the novelty worn off?? Burger King to lower prices on their Impossible Whopper. (38:10)
  • Video game revenue is down. (44:08)
  • How times have changed. The brilliance of the Instagram page ‘Influencers in the wild’. (48:35)
  • #Quah question #1 – I've seen people do rows pulling traps together during the motion, while others let their shoulders roll forward. What is the correct way to perform a row? (53:02)
  • #Quah question #2 – How would you strength train for endurance events, like marathons, where low body weight is key to running faster? (1:00:23)
  • #Quah question #3 – What are your favorite ways to use a sled for your training and training clients? (1:06:30)
  • #Quah question #4 – You pretty much always recommend whey protein, but I have heard that it could be damaging to the kidneys. Could you comment on that? (1:11:07)

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Tank Sinatra (@influencersinthewild)  Instagra

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