The Guys interview Dr. Roy Vongtama.  His background in the space, how he got into it and what is he currently doing. (2:18) Flourishing vs. languishing mindset and how your thoughts affect the body. (17:27) How you have to be careful about how you ‘word’ things. (23:04) The ‘weird’ power of the placebo effect. (27:20) Do they have any research to show cancer survival rates with changes of attitude? (31:19) Why don’t doctors talk about diet and nutrition? (34:02) Taking ownership of your life in the presence of bad news. (40:43) How the body is not who we are. (47:00) Practices we can do TODAY to improve our mindset. (49:35) What is an EASY way people can practice meditation? (59:29) The concept of tensing and relaxing to DECREASE your mental anxiety. (1:04:30) What is the BIG missing piece of Western Medicine? (1:09:36) Is he starting to see more doctors open to this mindset? (1:12:29)  Featured Guest/People Mentioned  Roy Vongtama MD (@royvongtamamd) • Instagram Facebook Website Enroll Today — Free Email Course  YouTube mdroy.com/mindpump Wim Hof (@iceman_hof) • Instagram  Related Links/Products Mentioned  May Promotion: MAPS HIIT ½ off!! **Code “HIIT50” at checkout** Healing Before You're Cured: The Evidence-Based Guide to Taking Control of Your Body and Mind - Book by Roy Vongtama Mind Pump 992: Sanjay Rawal  Kaiser ACE Study  The Weird Power of the Placebo Effect, Explained 

1030: Dr. Roy Vongtama

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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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: Both the present you and the future you benefit from when you sacrifice the RIGHT why. (1:52)   Why Mind Pump’s steers from before & after’s. (19:30)   Proud leader moments. (23:33)   Kids say the darndest things. (34:03)   Organifi products FLY off the shelves! (35:50)   Gummies vs. pills. (37:06)   Shout out to the Mind Pump Newsletter! (43:17)   Try Brain.fm, MIND BLOWN! (45:22)   The difference between nerve and muscle pain. (48:32)   See Mind Pump, LIVE in Las Vegas! (52:54)   #Quah question #1 - Is just weightlifting 3x a week good enough for overall health and longevity? Also, does weightlifting affect your cardiovascular health in any way? (57:59)   #Quah question #2 - Where do you classify lunges? They aren't in the big 5 but I'd love some insight into the value of them and their variations. (1:02:07)   #Quah question #3 - Why is the body so stubborn to respond to a calorie deficit after a long reverse diet? (1:06:21)   #Quah question #4 - What direction or challenges is Mind Pump going or facing as a company? (1:10:16)   Related Links/Products Mentioned   Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off**   Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. **   April Promotion: MAPS Anywhere | MAPS HIIT 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout **   Mind Pump Newsletter    Mind Pump #2307: How To Optimize Your Brainwaves For Improved Focus, Relaxation & Sleep   See and hang out with Mind Pump, LIVE! Saturday, June 15 · 1pm PDT Bellagio Las Vegas. Click the link here for more details.    Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout 15% off your first order! **    Mind Pump #1835: Why Resistance Training Is The Best Form Of Exercise For Fat Loss And Overall Health   The BEST Beginner Lower Body Exercise (LUNGE VARIATIONS) with Sal Di Stefano   3 Day Mind Pump Personal Trainer Webinar   Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube   Mind Pump Free Resources   People Mentioned   Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram   Jordan Syatt (@syattfitness) Instagram   Marina Lifts (@marina.lifts) • Instagram    

2323: The Cardiovascular Benefits of Weightlifting, Tips for Losing Stubborn Body Fat, the Muscle Building Benefits of Lunges & More

  How the hips are the center of ALL your power. (2:42)   Five reasons WHY your butt won’t grow and HOW to make it grow.   #1 - Not Training Frequently: Train your butt three days a week. (7:58)   #2 - Doing the Wrong Exercises: Do squats, hip thrusts, and deadlifts. (15:15)   #3 - Sleep 9 hours. (19:12)   #4 - Change the reps. (21:51)   #5 - Eat more (Eat high protein). (25:40)   Related Links/Products Mentioned   Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners!   April Promotion: MAPS Anywhere | MAPS HIIT 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout **    Mind Pump #1370: The 4 Reasons Your Butt Is Not Building    Mind Pump #1785: Why Most Women Fail At Developing Their Butt    Mind Pump #2155: The Art & Science Of Building Perfect Butts With Bret Contreras    Mind Pump #1667: The Best Exercises You Can Do To Develop The Perfect Butt   Sleep Deprivation: Effects on Weight Loss and Weight Loss Maintenance    Mind Pump #2287: Bodybuilding 101- How To Bulk And Cut   The Secret To A Great Butt Guide - Mind Pump Media   Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube   Mind Pump Free Resources    

2322: Why Your Butt Won’t Grow

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.   Mind Pump Fit Tip: Work on sleep. It will make everything else better. (2:17)   Signs we are having sex tonight. (15:16)   Sal’s a terrible patient. (18:38)   Getting your first pimple. (20:42)   Bad food diets and the worst fast food. (23:19)   At what point will the GLP-1s be used to save money? (29:33)   When are they going to stop comparing us to apes? (33:27)   The value of sports. (35:23)   A test of patience. (41:35)   The biggest advocate for Ned. (44:01)   The appeal of Dubai. (45:25)   NBA players are a different breed. (49:04)   Shout out to Mind Pump Live! (54:17)   #ListenerLive question #1 - How should I go about reversing out of the prep phase after the show? (59:37)   #ListenerLive question #2 - What should I do to build my glutes? (1:14:46)   #ListenerLive question #3 - How much does MAPS Oldtime Strength correlate with the strongman sport? (1:28:57)   Related Links/Products Mentioned   Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com   Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Get $200 off plus free shipping on the Pod Cover by Eight Sleep. Stay cool this summer with Eight Sleep, now shipping within the USA, Canada, the UK, select countries in the EU, and Australia! **   Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 15% off **   April Promotion: MAPS Anywhere | MAPS HIIT 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout **   Sleep Deprivation: Effects on Weight Loss and Weight Loss Maintenance – PMC    Sleep loss limits fat loss, study finds – University of Chicago News    Sleeping less than 6 hours may raise risk of cancer, even death    Walmart says users of weight loss drugs are buying less food - NBC    Costco adds Ozempic prescriptions for members through virtual weight loss program   Sex at Dawn: How We Mate, Why We Stray, and What It Means for Modern Relationships    Deadly violence a natural tendency in chimps, study finds   The joy of sports: How watching sports can boost well-being    Dubai Before and After – All Roads lead to Dubai   Neom - The Line - The Rise and Fall of Saudi Arabia's Linear City.    adidas' The Box Shoes Releases April 2024    Take a Look at Victor Wembanyama's AI Designed Nike Sneaker   Come see and hang out with Mind Pump, LIVE! Saturday, June 15 · 1pm PDT Bellagio Las Vegas. Click the link here for more details.    For a limited time only, Mind Pump listeners get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump    Mind Pump #1370: The 4 Reasons Your Butt Is Not Building    Mind Pump #1667: The Best Exercises You Can Do To Develop The Perfect Butt   Build Your Butt Bundle | MAPS Fitness Products   Mind Pump Fitness Coaching Course    Mind Pump #2145: Forgotten Muscle & Strength Building Secrets   Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube   Mind Pump Free Resources   People Mentioned   Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere) Instagram   Christopher Maznaritz (Sca.astartesndinavian) Instagram    

2321: How to Build a Round Butt, the Ideal Way to Train for a Strongman Competition, How to Eat & Train After a Bodybuilding Show & More (Listener Live Coaching)

  The power of the scale. (1:25)   Why it’s irrelevant. (6:02)   Four reasons why you should THROW AWAY your scale!   #1 - It doesn’t measure body composition. (11:49)   #2 - It takes our focus off other metrics. (14:31)   #3 - It can mess with our heads. (21:46)   #4 - Weight can fluctuate from day to day. (26:48)   Related Links/Products Mentioned   Exclusively for Mind Pump Listeners, NASM is offering their CPT (Certified Personal Trainer) Premium for the Price of Self-Study ($899) usually $1,249. Get All Inclusive for the Price of Premium ($1179) $1899 $151/mo.   April Promotion: MAPS Anywhere | MAPS HIIT 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout **    Why The Scale Is Not Always The Best Way To Measure Progress – Mind Pump Blog    Mind Pump #1917: Ten Common Traits Of Fit & Healthy People   Mind Pump #2105: How To Become A Muscle Mommy   Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube   Mind Pump Free Resources    

2320: Throw Away the Scale!

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.   Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you have a body part that seems to be lagging, don’t go heavier, go LIGHTER. (1:35)   Connecting and disconnecting. (11:07)   Understanding what is developmentally appropriate. (17:49)   Owning up as a parent. (25:04)   The favorite host results are in! (29:49)   The best immune-boosting supplements for kids. (30:23)   Eggs are NOT bad for you. (33:13)   GLP-1 agonists’ impact on society and Adam. (35:56)   Shout out to Mind Pump’s FREE 3-Day Trainer Seminar. (50:39)   #ListenerLive question #1 - How can I increase my muscle mass and gain strength in that short time frame? (51:51)   #ListenerLive question #2 - Should I or should I not do the trigger sessions if I’m doing MAPS Anabolic Advanced? (1:00:45)   #ListenerLive question #3 - How do I choose which parts of a demanding program like Performance I include with my client? (1:04:04)   #ListenerLive question #4 - My curiosity is training clients with implants and post-explant surgery. Are there certain exercises and sets and reps you would encourage, and any to avoid?  Also, I am having breast explant surgery. Any suggestions on the best approach to ease back into training chest post-surgery? (1:16:01)   Related Links/Products Mentioned   Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com   Mind Pump’s Spring Apparel and Equipment Sale going on 4/19-4/22 - Visit here for more details.   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! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order of their best products **   April Promotion: MAPS Anywhere | MAPS HIIT 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout **    What To Do About Lagging Body Parts - Mind Pump Media   Eggs may be secret to high IQ in babies • Earth.com   Eggs may not be bad for your heart after all | ScienceDaily   3 Day Mind Pump Personal Trainer Webinar   Visit biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP10 at checkout for 10% off your order**   Mind Pump #1565: Why Women Should Bulk   Mind Pump Fitness Coaching Course    Mind Pump #2280: Why Everyone Should Train Like An Athlete   TRANSCEND your goals! Telehealth Provider • Physician Directed GET YOUR PERSONALIZED TREATMENT PLAN! Hormone Replacement Therapy, Cognitive Function, Sleep & Fatigue, Athletic Performance and MORE. Their online process and medical experts make it simple to find out what’s right for you.   Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube   Mind Pump Free Resources  

2319: How to Strength Train With Breast Implants, the Value of Trigger Sessions for Building Muscle, How to Get in Shape for a Wedding & More (Listener Live Coaching)

1030: Dr. Roy Vongtama

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