Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

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 BEST metric that will tell you if you are on the right track with your training or diet is STRENGTH! (2:36)
• Another study that highlights how POWERFUL and EFFECTIVE resistance training is. (13:35)
• Justin throws a party, Sal’s strong grip, an update on Maximus, and Adam’s visit to the sperm bank. (26:29)
• Shout out to Dr. Becky Campbell! (47:59)
• When your child rebels against you. (50:42)
• Butcher Box has pre-marinated meats! (54:17)
• Loading up on protein, without the bloat, with Paleo Valley’s bone broth protein powder. (55:14)
• #Quah question #1 - What are some of your favorite ways to increase recovery capacity? (57:46)
• #Quah question #2 - How much protein is necessary for a fat loss phase for women? (1:03:05)
• #Quah question #3 - Egg whites vs. whole eggs? (1:06:17)
• #Quah question #4 - What are the pros & cons of double overhand vs. mixed grip for deadlifting? (1:10:12)

Related Links/Products Mentioned

• Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer!
• Visit Paleo Valley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP15 at checkout for 15% discount**
• June Promotion: Shredded Summer Bundle or MAPS HIIT 50% off! **Promo code JUNE50 at checkout**
• Mind Pump #1057: How To Get Stronger For Fat Loss & Muscle Building
• The Best Way to Increase Your Strength in the Gym – Mind Pump Blog
• 3 seconds of weight lifting a day could be enough to build strength if it's intense, small study finds
• Mind Pump #672: Dave Asprey
• Hospitalized Man Regrets Injecting Himself With Semen To “Cure” His Bad Back
• The 4‐Phase Histamine Reset Plan: Getting to the Root of Migraines, Eczema, Vertigo, Allergies and More – Dr. Becky Campbell
• Visit LivON Labs for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners!
• Visit Joovv for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners!
• How to Prevent Injury and Pain Through Mobility Training – Mind Pump Blog
• The Myth of Optimal Protein Intake – Mind Pump Blog
• Cholesterol For Muscle Gains – Mind Pump Blog
• Whole eggs better for muscle building and repair than egg whites
• HOOK Grip vs MIXED Grip?? Which Will INCREASE Your Deadlift More?? (Jordan Shallow )
• Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube
• Mind Pump Free Resources

People Mentioned

• Dave Asprey (@dave.asprey) Instagram
• Dr. Becky Campbell (@drbeckycampbell) 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: Extreme fitness and extreme performance are NOT healthy! (2:59)
• Throwing shade on serotonin being the leading indicator of depression. (20:41)
• The humor in watching your kids develop. (31:07)
• The disconnect between young athletes and their body awareness. (33:45)
• The ultimate muscle preservation tool. (43:19)
• Imagining the war of the future. (45:12)
• A sign of the times for future car purchases. (51:47)
• Sal’s dream PRx garage gym. (58:45)
• #Quah question #1 - How long does it take to build muscle mass? (1:03:05)
• #Quah question #2 - Can you explain carb cycling and its benefits? Can you fat cycle as well? (1:14:49)
• #Quah question #3 - Is there a set point for our weight? (1:24:23)
• #Quah question #4 - What are some training tips with a newborn? (1:30:01)

Related Links/Products Mentioned

• Visit Paleo Valley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP15 at checkout for 15% discount**
• Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners!
• July Promotion: RGB Bundle or MAPS Suspension 50% off! **Promo code JULY50 at checkout**
• Association of Grip Strength With Risk of All-Cause Mortality, Cardiovascular Diseases, and Cancer in Community-Dwelling Populations: A Meta-analysis of Prospective Cohort Studies
• How to Balance Your Social Life With a Healthy Lifestyle – Mind Pump Blog
• Mind Pump #1560: Woke Fitness Is Making You Fat & Unhealthy
• No Evidence That Depression Is Caused by Low Serotonin Levels
• The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma
• Strengthen your mood with weight training – Harvard Health
• SCIENTISTS SUPERCHARGE HUMAN MUSCLE CELLS BY INJECTING THEM WITH "BEAR SERUM"
• Robot Dog With Machine Gun | cybernews.com
• Black Mirror: Metalhead
• BMW starts selling heated seat subscriptions for $18 a month
• Europe will require carmakers to install speed limiters from 2022
• Visit Serenity Kids for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MP20 at checkout**
• Mind Pump #1717: Why Before & After Pictures Are Bullsh*T
• Carb Cycling: A Good Way To Lose Fat? - Mind Pump Blog
• Mind Pump #1830: Five Steps To Determine Your Ideal Caloric Intake
• MAPS Macro Calculator
• Mind Pump #1322: What’s Your Real Muscle Building Potential? (And How To Get There...)
• Mind Pump #1452: Your 10 Minute Workout For The Holiday Season
• Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube
• Mind Pump Free Resources

People Mentioned

• Kris Gethin (@krisgethin) Instagram

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover how to choose a protein powder and when to eat protein for best results.

• Protein, the magical macronutrient. (2:17)
• Mind Pump’s pivotal moments with protein in their early lifting careers. (4:11)
• Why the optimal protein intake for your goals is different than the essential amount you need to survive. (9:28)
• The history of protein. (10:43)
• The factors you should consider when buying a protein powder. (11:54)
• #1 – How well do you digest it. (12:51)
• #2 – The quality of the protein. (19:57)
• #3 – The flavor. (26:35)
• #4 – The amino acid profile. (30:57)
• When is the most optimal time to synthesize protein? (35:17)

Related Links/Products Mentioned

• February Promotion: MAPS Performance and MAPS Aesthetic 50% off!! **Promo code “FEB50” at checkout**
• Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners!
• Why do we Need Protein? - Mind Pump Blog
• The Myth of Optimal Protein Intake – Mind Pump Blog
• Visit Magic Spoon for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners!
• Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code “MINDPUMP” at checkout**
• Mind Pump #1220: The 4 Best Sources Of Protein
• Arsenic, Lead Found in Popular Protein Supplements
• Examine
• Not All Protein Is Created Equal (PROTEIN POWDER GUIDE) - Mind Pump TV
• Do I Need a Protein Shake Every Time I Workout? - Mind Pump Blog
• Importance Of The Anabolic Window
• 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

n this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

• Mind Pump Fit Tip: Powerlifters have it half right and half wrong. Bodybuilders ALSO have it half right and half wrong. You can learn from BOTH to maximize your gains. (3:25)
• How the PRx rack is set up PERFECTLY for band-assisted exercises. (23:23)
• Why would Walmart remove self-checkout machines? (28:36)
• Walmart is getting into banking! (40:33)
• Nothing will lose you more money than a car. (41:40)
• The value of SleepMe and the growing competition in the market. (50:45)
• #ListenerLive question #1 – Are there any exercises I can do to activate the muscles to perform a pull-up? (55:23)
• #ListenerLive question #2 - What recommendations would you give to someone with limited to no access to accessories and weights to keep progressing on my lower body? (1:03:40)
• #ListenerLive question #3 - Is my love for running holding me back from burning fat? Is it possible to burn fat while working out and running or should I stop running and only strength train to burn fat? (1:09:40)
• #ListenerLive question #4 - What is the best/most accurate method of measuring body fat percentage (ideally an at-home method)? (1:20:50)

Related Links/Products Mentioned

• Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected]
• Visit SleepMe for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners!
• Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners!
• September Promotion: Skinny Guy Bundle (MAPS ANABOLIC // MAPS AESTHETIC // NO B.S. 6-PACK FORMULA // INTUITIVE NUTRITION GUIDE // OCCLUSION TRAINING GUIDE.) HALF OFF!! Also, the Fit Mom Bundle (MAPS ANYWHERE // MAPS ANABOLIC // MAPS HIIT // and INTUITIVE NUTRITION GUIDE.) HALF OFF!! **Code SEPT50 at checkout**
• Mark Bell Sling Shot
• Walmart employee demonstrates how they catch self-checkout theft
• Milk, Diapers and Checking Accounts: Banking Comes to Walmart
• ‘Never spend more than this much of your income on a car,’ says millionaire finance expert
• The Millionaire Next Door: The Surprising Secrets of America’s Wealthy
• Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout**
• Rubberbanditz Resistance Band Set (Mind Pump Package)
• Buy Resistance Bands from kettlebell kings
• How To Do A Pull Up | Banded Pull Up Regression (TRY THIS) - Mind Pump TV
• Mind Pump #1085: Build An Amazing Body With No Gym
• MAPS Suspension Training
• Mind Pump #1630: Ten Ways To Break Through A Plateau
• MAPS Symmetry
• Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube
• Mind Pump Free Resources

People Mentioned

• Ben Pakulski (@bpakfitness) Instagram
• Mark Bell (@marksmellybell) Instagram
• Cory Schlesinger (@schlesstrength) Instagram