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992: Sanjay Rawal

In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Sanjay Rawal, a filmmaker with a fascinating story. The history of the 3100 race. (4:40) Why running has never gone out of favor. The evolution of marathon running. (8:25) How do ancestral people run compared to modern westerners? (12:11) What is the spiritual connection to running? (14:00) Why do other spiritual teachers/practices try to separate the physical from the spiritual? (17:50) What type of person does this kind of race attract? (20:57) Why you should workout to love yourself, not because you hate your body. (22:43)   How did he meet Sri Chinmoy and what was it like following his practices? (26:28) The importance of finding joy through the exertion. (31:30) Who made the biggest impact on him that he has met so far? (34:54) How did he figure out his passion for film making? (37:52) What is the purpose of abstaining from meat if we evolved to run down our food? (41:10) How your diet is highly based on your genetics. (47:03) The major similarities between the 3100 race and the 1000 day race in Japan. (50:12) What are the commonalities that he finds with the people who do these feats of endurance? (53:08) How does he feel about the growing anti-religious movement? (56:45) Amazing stories from the Transcendent Race. (59:28) The difficult factors of eating, drinking and sleeping during the course of the 3100. Why if you don’t have the mindset, no amount of nutrition will help. (1:01:22) Does he still do races himself? (1:08:13) What is his current relationship with his parents and have they come full circle with his current path? (1:11:40) How everyone has their own path and the most important thing is finding it. (1:14:40) How did he find Mind Pump, what drew him to them and what has kept him around? (1:16:45) Featured Guest/People Mentioned: Sanjay Rawal (@mrsanjayr)  Instagram 3100: Run And Become, the Film (@3100film)  Instagram Arnold (@Schwarzenegger)  Twitter Frank Zane (@officialfrankzane)  Instagram Bill Pearl Rich Roll (@richroll)  Instagram Joe De Sena (@realJoeDeSena)  Twitter Bishop Robert Barron (@bishopbarron)  Instagram Patti Catalano Dillon Products Mentioned: March Promotion: MAPS Aesthetic is ½ off!! **Code “BLACK50” at checkout** 3100: Run and Become - The Film3100: Run and Become Challenging Impossibility – Shot film Mind Pump Episode 595: Joe DeSena Mind Pump Episode 917: Joe DeSena The Dawn Wall | Netflix The I SURVIVED Series | Lauren Tarshis Mind Pump Episode 827: Bishop Barron - Using YouTube & Social Media to Demystify Christianity & God

990: Max Lugavere on the Dangers of Plastics, Building a Social Media Page, Coping with Loss & MORE

In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin catch up with good friend Max Lugavere where they discuss social media strategy, the dangers of plastics, Max's mother who recently passed and a lot more. What has he learned to ‘hack the algorithm’ when it comes to social media? (3:24) Why he wants people to cultivate their own internal compass when it comes to the foods they eat. (7:18) What is his take on ‘there is no bad food’ movement? (12:30) His recent obsession with the endocrine system and what disrupts it. (15:14) The benefits of the ‘guilty till proven innocent’ model when it comes to testing the chemicals in our food. (26:10) Does he have a hierarchy that he lives by or advises to people? (33:37) Why he reaches for HIGH quality foods on a daily basis. (36:40) Is there a correlation between poor brain health and obesity? (42:15) Max opens up about his mom’s passing, his researching process and why there is no such thing as a one size fits all diet. (46:37) Has he done any reading/research with autism and vaccines? (58:55) What are the worst offenders of food? (1:01:30) The feedback from his book and what makes it so unique. (1:02:54) What medium has he seen the biggest boost in sales for his book? (1:04:50) Why you must separate the man from the product. His relationship with Dr. Oz and take on the information he provides to the masses. (1:06:55) Why he is NOT driven by money, his perception of success and how he vets his sponsorships. (1:11:08) Has he done any research on the perception of sweetness and changes in the body? (1:17:50) What practices has he implemented to help himself cope with the loss of his mom? (1:20:46) His relationship with his brothers and has this brought them closer together? (1:25:30) Featured Guest/People Mentioned: Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere)  Instagram Website Podcast Genius Foods: Become Smarter, Happier, and More Productive While Protecting Your Brain for Life - Book by Max Lugavere and Paul Grewal Alan Aragon (@thealanaragon)  Instagram Dominic D'Agostino (@DominicDAgosti2)  Twitter Kevin Hall (@KevinH_PhD)  Twitter Dr. Mary Newport Products Mentioned: March Promotion: MAPS Aesthetic is ½ off!! **Code “BLACK50” at checkout** Endocrine System: Facts, Functions and Diseases - Live Science Home — The Endocrine Disruption Exchange The Bleeding Edge | Netflix Official Site Insulin Resistance May Lead to Faster Cognitive Decline THESE ELECTRIC SHOCK CHOPSTICKS CAN MAKE FOOD TASTIER WITHOUT THE HEALTH RISKS, SCIENTISTS SAY On Death and Dying : What the Dying Have to Teach Doctors, Nurses, Clergy and Their Own Families - Book by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross

988: Building More Muscle with Isometric Exercises, Perfecting Your Fitness with Turkish Get Ups, Learning from Failure & MORE

In this episode of Quah, sponsored by MAPS Fitness Products (www.mapsfitnessproducts.com), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about Turkish Get Ups, the benefits of doing isometric exercises, social isolation and its impact on health and the failures that taught them the greatest lessons in life. Mind Pump’s favorite commercials of the 90s. (3:40) What 90s fashion trend do the guy's hope doesn’t come back? (6:21) Where did the kids of the 80s/90s learn how to dance? (9:30) Mind Pump recommends Waco: The Rules of Engagement on Prime Video. (11:13) How fueling your body with proper nutrition (i.e. Smoothie Box) after a workout can aid in the recovery process. (12:33) New product alert! New ‘mint’ flavored Skinny Dipped almonds. (16:43) Updates on Justin’s Little League T-ball team, not playing favorites, teaching the fundamentals & MORE. (18:40) The U.S. grounds the Boeing 737 Max aircraft — what that means for air travelers. (27:30) Virtue signaling at its finest…NYC public schools adopting ‘Meatless Monday’ lunch policy. (30:53) More action needed to stop seafood fraud in the United States. (32:09) #Quah question #1 – What are your thoughts on ‘Turkish Get Ups’? (35:01) #Quah question #2 – What are the benefits of doing isometric exercises, such as the ones in MAPS Performance? (47:32) #Quah question #3 – Do you feel social isolation is a growing health concern? (56:21) #Quah question #4 – Which one of your failures have taught you the greatest lessons in life? (1:05:47) People Mentioned: Ben Greenfield (@bengreenfieldfitness)  Instagram Dr. Jordan Shallow D.C (@the_muscle_doc) Instagram Dr. Justin Brink (@premiere_spine_sport)  Instagram Taylor (@tayvalenz)  Instagram Paul J. Fabritz (@pjfperformance)  Instagram Products Mentioned: March Promotion: MAPS Aesthetic is ½ off!! **Code “BLACK50” at checkout** Smoothie Box **Get $20 OFF your first 3 boxes** Skinny Dipped Almonds **Code “mindpump” for 20% off** Mind Pump Episode 985: Mark Mastrov- Fitness Industry Empire Builder, NBA Owner & Original Mind Pump Mentor Amazon.com: Watch Waco: The Rules of Engagement | Prime Video The U.S. grounds the Boeing 737 Max aircraft — what that means for air travelers De Blasio Signs Off On NYC Public Schools Adopting ‘Meatless Monday’ Lunch Policy Casting a Wider Net: More Action Needed to Stop Seafood Fraud in the United States | Oceana USA Mob Rules: What the Mafia Can Teach the Legitimate Businessman - Book by Louis Ferrante Instagram post from PJF Performance on ‘Isometrics for Explosiveness’ Mind Pump Free Resources

986: How to Overcome Food Obsessions, the Dangers of Chronic Undereating, Keys to Becoming Successful & MORE

In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about escaping the “living for the weekend” mindset when it comes to food, how to get clients to eat more when they severely undereat, how to define and achieve success and the times they have failed clients. What is the ‘Halo Effect’ and how does it pertain to celebrities? (5:18) Health IQ by state: How someone’s knowledge about fitness and health can correlate to their health literacy. (12:27) Justin’s upcoming ‘jet fighter’ experience + when was his last physical?! (16:15) That one time Sal had a bad prostate exam + will Adam finally get that coffee enema if he loses the contest to Ben Greenfield? (18:20) Updates on Adam’s swimming protocol: What currently has him excited + has he seen any detriments to his weightlifting? (20:40) Why Justin is trying to be more ‘powerful’ when it comes to his training. (24:40) Why Sal is going ‘keto’ again. (28:07) The benefits of chaga and its immune modulating effects. (30:37) In other news: Jewish diamond tycoon dies in penis enlargement operation. (33:39) The woman and homeless man plead guilty in $400000 GoFundMe scam. Why these scammers are affecting people with real issues. (35:35) When will wars be autonomous? US Army assures public that robot tank system adheres to AI murder policy. (39:10) Sal’s daughter signs up for her first 5K. (41:52) #Quah question #1 – How to do I escape the “living for the weekend” mindset when it comes to food? How can I find more balance? (44:32) #Quah question #2 – How can I explain to clients that they will have better progress if they eat more? (55:24) #Quah question #3 – What do you consider or define successful? (1:04:24) #Quah question #4 – Have you ever felt like you failed your client as a personal trainer? (1:12:47) People Mentioned: Ben Greenfield (@bengreenfieldfitness)  Instagram Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne)  Instagram Products Mentioned: March Promotion: MAPS Aesthetic is ½ off!! **Code “BLACK50” at checkout** Health IQ  **Free Quote** Four Sigmatic **Code “mindpump” for 15% off** Leaving Neverland | Documentaries | HBO - HBO.com Jewish diamond tycoon dies in penis enlargement operation Woman and Homeless Man Plead Guilty in $400000 GoFundMe Scam U.S. Army Assures Public That Robot Tank System Adheres to AI Murder Policy The Complete Contest Prep Guide | Biolayne The Dawn Wall | Netflix Mind Pump Free Resources

984: The Impact of Sprint Intervals on Strength Gains, the Greatest Health Threat, When to Sleep vs Working Out & MORE

In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the impact of sprint intervals on leg strength gains, the importance of sleep and exercise and when to choose one over the other, the greater threat to health, inactivity vs bad food habits and how to keep clients accountable. Why remakes of most movies suck. (3:42) The Mind Pump Cook-off featuring Butcher Box. The benefits of planning and structure when it comes to your diet. (9:41) How Adam’s mobility journey has finally become fun. (11:55) Mind Pump recommends ‘Transformer’ from Prime Video. (15:58) The value extreme personalities provide to society. (21:57) Brands vs. Retailers: Who comes out on top and does this threaten innovation? (26:14) Why trainers are Mind Pumps’ people. (41:08) Incredible Instagram statistics you NEED to know. (42:00) #Quah question #1 – Do sprint intervals increase the strength gains of your legs or are they just more cardio and HIIT? (45:11) #Quah question #2 – If I have to short myself on sleep to do a workout in the morning, would you go with sleep or do the workout? (52:46) #Quah question #3 – What is the bigger culprit for bad health these days, the infamous desk job or bad food habits? (59:20) #Quah question #4 – As a trainer, how do I keep clients accountable to the simple tasks that I ask them to do? (1:07:53) People Mentioned: Mark Bell (@marksmellybell) Instagram Mike Salemi (@mike.salemi)  Instagram Elijah Helfman (@elijahhelfman)  Instagram Mike Matthews (@muscleforlifefitness)  Instagram Andy Galpin (@drandygalpin)  Instagram Products Mentioned: March Promotion: MAPS Aesthetic is ½ off!! **Code “BLACK50” at checkout** Butcher Box **FREE Bacon, 2 Ribeye’s, $10 off + Free Shipping on Your First Order!** Mind Pump Episode 982: Improving Digital Wellness with Tommy Sobel Amazon.com: Watch Transformer | Prime Video Kroc Talks: From Matt to Janae Marie - Guest: Janae Kroczaleski | PowerCast #107 | SuperTraining.TV The Four: The Hidden DNA of Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google - Book by Scott Galloway Warren Buffett on what he plans to do with his Kraft Heinz shares and 3G capital Legion Supplement at Amazon® | Shop Nutrition & Fitness‎ 47 Incredible Instagram Statistics you Need to Know | Brandwatch YouTube, Twitch, Twitter, & Instagram Statistics - SocialBlade.com Mind Pump Episode 610: Dr. Andy Galpin Thrive Market **Free 1 month membership, 25% off first order + free shipping on orders of $49 or more** Mind Pump Free Resources

982: Improving Digital Wellness with Tommy Sobel

In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin talk with Tommy Sobel of Brick (www.gobricknow) about developing a more healthy relationship with tech. How he aimed to make science cool again. His background and humble beginnings. (4:02) Is Hollywood freaking out over these YouTube stars and are movie theaters a thing of the past? (10:12) What has he seen since leaving the studio industry? (12:25) What brought him to what he is doing now? (15:21) Will technology become an all or nothing thing? (17:52) What does he potentially see from kids using tech at early ages? (21:51) The movement and mission behind Brick. (23:37) Why you must structure your life to create a world of ‘Digital Wellness’. (30:32) Why most people feel they do not have a problem. (34:30) Does he feel depressed people are more likely to use their phone or is his finding that screen time usage is actually contributing to the issue of depression or anxiety? (38:50) How will he breakthrough with the current generation of kids today who are born into tech? (43:11) What are some of the practices Brick teaches at their events? His 5 step process. (48:11) Are there any parameters to where you can track your ‘Brick’ time? (1:04:50) What are the steps someone can do to get involved? (1:07:45) The NEED to find balance/structure in our lives. (1:10:19) What feedback has he gotten from people that have attended his events? (1:18:35) Why the underestimated mind is the most creative one. (1:19:30) What is in the pipeline for Brick? (1:24:15) How does he support himself financially? (1:24:56) Does he see expansion for the future of the company? (1:27:55) Featured Guest/People Mentioned: Website Brick: The Phone-Free Movement (@gobricknow)  Instagram Tristan Harris (@tristanharris)  Twitter Joe De Sena (@realJoeDeSena)  Twitter Products Mentioned: March Promotion: MAPS Aesthetic is ½ off!! **Code “BLACK50” at checkout** Mind Pump Episode 957: Fyre Festival- The Story Netflix did Not Tell with Marc Weinstein Irresistible: The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of Keeping Us Hooked - Book by Adam Alter Amazon.com: Watch Surrogates | Prime Video Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike - Book by Phil Knight Chinese city designates lanes for walking while texting - CNBC.com iGen: Why Today's Super-Connected Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy--and Completely Unprepared for Adulthood--and What That Means for the Rest of Us – Book by Jean M. Twenge PhD Elon Musk launches Neuralink, a venture to merge the human brain with AI Digital Wellness Collective Wisdom 2.0 Conference - Living with awareness, wisdom, and compassion

980: Five Steps to Your Best Body by Summer

Want to look great with your shirt off or wearing a bikini this summer? To reach this goal the time to start is NOW! In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin go over five steps you can take to achieve your best body by summer. Has Justin has gone full ‘Dr. Brown’ from Back to the Future? (2:16) Do the guys of Mind Pump have doppelgangers? (4:10) The War of Immersion: The attention economy & how focus is the new IQ. (7:15) The Five Most Important Steps to Your Best Body by Summer. (14:36) #1 – Learn to track your food. (16:40) #2 - Learn to track your movement. (28:15) #3 – You must eat LESS calories than what your body consumes. (40:00) #4 – PROPER training & lift weights. (49:21) #5 – The importance of having a sleep practice/routine. (57:34) People Mentioned: Coach Danny Matranga | CSCS (@danny.matranga)  Instagram Products Mentioned: March Promotion: MAPS Aesthetic is ½ off!! **Code “BLACK50” at checkout** Behind the Curve | Netflix FatSecret - Calorie Counter and Diet Tracker for Weight Loss Mind Pump Free Resources

978: How to Prevent & Fix Lower Back Pain From Deadlifting, Getting More Out of Less at the Gym, the Downside of Self Awareness & MORE

In this episode of Quah, sponsored by MAPS Fitness Products (www.mapsfitnessproducts.com), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about fixing persistent lower back pain that comes from deadlifting, dealing with awkwardness during rest times when training quiet clients, the value of working out for only 30 to 40 minutes and dealing with the “negative” effects of increased self awareness. Giving Doug the props he deserves. Macadamia nut milk + Smoothie Box = Money! (3:49) Coach Sal gives Adam some tips to improve his stamina in the pool using cordyceps. (11:55) Adam shares the newest technique he has implemented into his swimming protocol. (13:49) The Age of Tech: Samsung’s newest “fold phone”+ will Apple be able to compete with the innovation? (17:40) Honolulu passes a law that makes texting while crossing the street illegal. (24:42) How we are entering the ‘Age of Abstinence’. (25:50) Your strength is a great indicator of not having a life threating event. The rise of push-ups: study. (28:30) Lowering our standards, so we look better. NC bill proposes changing the school performance grading scale. (33:00) Mind Pump predicting trends before they hit the mainstream media… Intuitive Eating: The Diet That Tells You to Quit Dieting. (35:45) #Quah question #1 – How do I fix persistent lower back pain that comes from deadlifting? (41:56) #Quah question #2 - What about time limits in the gym? I keep hearing less is more so should you only work out for 30 to 40 minutes? (49:55) #Quah question #3 – How do you pass the awkwardness during rest times when training quiet clients? (57:32) #Quah question #4 – How do you deal with the “negative” effects of increased self-awareness? Any tips to deal with stress and anxiety that comes with increased awareness of your body? (1:06:15) People Mentioned: Dr. Justin Brink (@premiere_spine_sport)  Instagram Dr. Jordan Shallow D.C (@the_muscle_doc) Instagram Dr. Michael Ruscio (@drruscio)  Instagram Dr. Ben Pollack (@phdeadlift) Instagram Products Mentioned: February Promotion: MAPS Performance is ½ off!! **Code “GREEN50” at checkout** Smoothie Box   ** Get $20 OFF your first 3 boxes!** Four Sigmatic   **Code “mindpump” for 15% off** Samsung offers a closer look at its foldable phone in a 4-minute video APPLE MAKES A BOKEH COMMERCIAL, USES “BOKEH” AS A VERB AND PRONOUNCES IT WRONG The Four: The Hidden DNA of Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google - Book by Scott Galloway Honolulu passes law that makes texting while crossing the street illegal For Chinese Pedestrians Glued to Their Phones, a Middle Path Emerges The rise of push-ups: A classic exercise that can help you get stronger Some lawmakers push to change grading scale in North Carolina schools Politicians in Oregon and California Want To Give 16- and 17-Year-Olds the Right To Vote Intuitive Eating: The Diet That Tells You to Quit Dieting - The Atlantic Intuitive Nutrition Guide | Mind Pump Media Mind Pump TV - YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

976: The Truth About CBD, Bro Science that Works, Sweet Sweat Exposed & MORE

In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about training chest with upper cross syndrome, favorite bro science, Sweet Sweat and other thermogenic creams and the Mind Pump Hunger Games. Do you remember your dreams when you wake up? The guys share ‘awkward’ dreams they have experienced. (6:10) What is the weirdest place you have got an erection? (11:35) Sal’s ‘vacuum sealer’ purchase + food prep + Butcher Box = Winning combination for your time and freezer space. (13:11) Sal expresses his excitement about visiting Yellowstone this summer. (17:55) How CBD is today’s probiotic. A Mind Pump rant. (20:14) Justin shares an update on his Little League team, issues with communication between the other coaches, healthy snacks after the games & MORE. (29:30) Mind Pump gets people laid. (33:02) How you do anything is how you do everything. Adam is taking this swimming thing very seriously. (36:14) The Rikki Lake of Fitness. Layne Norton’s ‘Worst Celebrity Offenders of Science: Fitness Edition’. (38:26) Mind Pump Weekend Update. (43:35) #Quah question #1 – Should I train chest with upper cross syndrome? (46:17) #Quah question #2 – What is your favorite piece of bro science? (54:30) #Quah question #3 – What do you guys think of Sweet Sweat or any other type of thermogenic cream? (1:10:10) #Quah question #4 – You guys are in a Hunger Games type of scenario. What are your strengths and weakness? Most importantly, who wins?  (1:16:50) People Mentioned: Jessica Rothenberg (@thetraininghour)  Instagram Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne)  Instagram Ben Greenfield (@bengreenfieldfitness)  Instagram Kyle Kingsbury (@kingsbu)  Instagram Paul Chek (@paul.chek)  Instagram Products Mentioned: February Promotion: MAPS Performance is ½ off!! **Code “GREEN50” at checkout** Butcher Box   **2 Free Filet Mignons, Bacon + $20 Off!** NED   **15% off first purchase** Skinny Dipped Almonds   **Code “mindpump” for 20% off** Deion's Double Play - ESPN Films: 30 for 30 - ESPN.com Layne Norton post -  Top five list of the worst offenders of science: Fitness edition MAPS Fitness Prime | Muscle Adaptation Programming System Alone Full Episodes, Video & More | HISTORY Mind Pump Free Resources

974: How to Increase Pull Ups, Guilt-Free Dining Out, the Ideal Amount of Water to Drink & MORE

In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about how to fix a weak pull up, the true importance of hydration, going to restaurants and enjoying a meal even knowing the food isn’t ideal and what to do when you develop several food intolerances. Songs from the 80s, innuendos and the rise of abstinence. (4:30) Feel the burn! Bernie Sanders is running for president in 2020. (10:10) No shoes can contain Zion Williamson + the future of the NBA. (13:08) How our genes are trying to drive us towards the middle. (20:00) The ‘sneaky’, balanced flavors of Smoothie Box. (25:12) Adam’s ‘motivation’ behind his new exercise routine. (31:58) Colorado Tops $6 Billion in Overall Marijuana Sales. (46:32) Nest's hidden microphone lands Google in hot water once again + the future of advertising on new media. Why you want to listen twice as much as you talk. (47:47) #Quah question #1 - How do I fix a weak pull up? (1:00:11) #Quah question #2 – How important is hydration? (1:10:18) #Quah question #3 – How can I go to a restaurant and enjoy a meal knowing the food isn’t that ideal? (1:18:41) #Quah question #4 – Can you develop food intolerances from eating something too much? Can you develop one of not eating something enough? What should you do when you develop food intolerance's? (1:29:38) People Mentioned: Robert Oberst (@robertoberst)  Instagram Dr Gabrielle Lyon, DO (@drgabriellelyon)  Instagram Ben Greenfield (@bengreenfieldfitness)  Instagram Dr. Michael Ruscio (@drruscio)  Instagram Products Mentioned: February Promotion: MAPS Performance is ½ off!! **Code “GREEN50” at checkout** Smoothie Box Get $20 off your first 3 boxes ($60 off total) Organifi   **Code “mindpump” for 20% off** Nike's stock falls after Duke star is hurt as his sneaker comes apart Are athletes really getting faster, better, stronger? iGen: Why Today's Super-Connected Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy--and Completely Unprepared for Adulthood--and What That Means for the Rest of Us – Book by Jean M. Twenge PhD Mind Pump Episode 967: Dr. Gabrielle Lyon JBL Endurance DIVE Wireless Sports Headphones with MP3 Player Colorado Tops $6 Billion in Overall Marijuana Sales | Complex Google calls Nest's hidden microphone an 'error' - CNET Evidence from Meta-Analyses of the Facial Width-to-Height Ratio as an Evolved Cue of Threat Rubberbanditz Resistance Band Set Intuitive Nutrition Guide | Mind Pump Media Mind Pump Free Resources

972: Trainer Tips & Tricks for More Effective Workouts

Small tweaks and cues while lifting can make a big difference in the results that you or your clients get when working out. In this workout, Sal, Adam & Justin provide their favorite tips and tricks for each body part. Whether you are a trainer or are just serious about building your body, this episode has some real actionable gems. Sal has reverted back to his old haircut. (2:02) What is the weirdest thing the guys have been asked? (5:20) The psychological effect of how your thoughts affect how you feel. (12:15) Trainer Tip & Tricks for More Effective Workouts: Small tweaks and cues while lifting can make a big difference in the results that you or your clients get when working out. The guys provide their favorite tips and tricks for each body part. (15:50) Why you should think of exercise as a new skill. (1:08:15) People Mentioned: Mike Boyle (@bodybyboyle)  Instagram Mike Salemi (@mike.salemi)  Instagram Dr. Justin Brink (@premiere_spine_sport)  Instagram Products Mentioned: February Promotion: MAPS Performance is ½ off!! **Code “GREEN50” at checkout** Learning one’s genetic risk changes physiology independent of actual genetic risk | Nature Human Behaviour Mind Pump TV - YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

970: Dr. Jordan Shallow on Training, Travel & Vaccines (with Guest Ben Greenfield)

In this episode Sal, Adam, and Justin talk to Dr. Jordan Shallow about his travels and his adventures with Ben Pakulski. Mid episode the boys call Ben Greenfield to find out what he was thinking when he posted his recent Twitter post on vaccines. This opened a can of worms and led to a lively debate between Jordan and Sal. Making the compelling argument why men and women SHOULD NOT be separated in sports at a young age. (5:17) Jordan opens up about his travels across the world and in particular his adventures with Ben Pakulski. The importance of healthy debate to learn and grow, lessons learned in the process & MORE. (11:30) Why he aims to ‘teach people to teach’. (51:20) Is he diving into how the mind plays a role in how he moves? How perception is open to interpretation. (56:28) The gnarly things he witnessed involving drugs in the gyms overseas. (1:06:46) Jordan gets personal on the current situation he is going through. (1:09:33) Live call in with Ben Greenfield where the guys address, what’s the deal with that vaccine tweet? (1:22:30) The Great Debate: Should the government have the authority to inject what they deem to be good into your children? Who owns your body and mind? (1:34:25) The CRAZY travel schedule for Jordan in 2019 and his push to get Mind Pump back on the road. (1:58:30) Featured Guest/People Mentioned: Dr. Jordan Shallow D.C (@the_muscle_doc)  Instagram RX'D RADIO The Muscle Doc – Dr. Jordan Shallow DC Ben Greenfield (@bengreenfieldfitness)  Instagram John Brenkus (@johnbrenkus_)  Twitter Ben Pakulski ® | Official (@bpakfitness)  Instagram Kenny Santucci (@kennysantucci)  Instagram Jordan Peters (@trainedbyjp)  Instagram Sam Harris (@samharrisorg)  Instagram Ryan Holiday (@ryanholiday)  Instagram Paul Chek (@paul.chek)  Instagram Products Mentioned: February Promotion: MAPS Performance is ½ off!! **Code “GREEN50” at checkout** Mind Pump Episode 955: John Brenkus AAF.com: Alliance of American Football Brad Schoenfeld's 3 Evidence Based Guidelines of Hypertrophy Training Conservation of energy - Wikipedia MI40 Gym Dunning–Kruger effect - Wikipedia Dr. Jordan Shallow: Taking Ownership Of Your Healthcare And The 3 Pillars Of Evidence Based Research — Barbell Shrugged #376 The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph - Book by Ryan Holiday Ben Greenfield Tweet on Vaccines AMID MEASLES OUTBREAK, WASHINGTON STATE LEGISLATORS CONSIDER BILL TO REMOVE PERSONAL BELIEF AS REASON TO FORGO MMR VACCINE Living 4D Podcast Show Notes Episode 11 – Dr. Sherri Tenpenny Saying No to Vaccines: A Resource Guide for All Ages - Book by Sherri Tenpenny Ben’s resources on vaccines Nike's Results Put Kaepernick Gamble in Perspective

968: Best Training Volume for Building & Maintaining Muscle, the Benefits of the Overhead Squat, How to Elicit Long Term Change & MORE

In this episode of Quah, sponsored by MAPS Fitness Products (www.mapsfitnessproducts.com), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the carry-over an overhead squat has for a traditional back squat or front squat, go-to techniques to elicit long-term behavior change in clients, the training volume needed to build and keep muscle and the best way to close a potential client. The ‘unicorn pencil’ meltdown at the Di Stefano Household. (5:47) Is Sal abusing his wisdom with his family and staff? (10:15) The Four Sigmatic “Winter Sale” is running until 2/17! Time to stock up! Plus, Sal gives his supplement stack from them and the magic of mushrooms. (13:30) Adam is going to be a DAD!! (19:33) #Quah question #1 - Thoughts on the overhead squat? Do you prescribe it to your clients? Does it have carry-over for a traditional back squat or front squat? (50:21) #Quah question #2 – What are your go-to techniques to elicit long-term behavior change in clients? (1:00:17) #Quah question #3 - If you build muscle with a certain type of training volume, do you need to keep that volume of training to maintain that muscle? (1:13:54) #Quah question #4 - When meeting with a potential client, what is the best way to close them? (1:22:37) People Mentioned: Jessica Rothenberg (@thetraininghour)  Instagramero Isokauppila (@iamtero)  Instagram Josh Trent (@trent_sd)  Instagram Ben Pakulski ® | Official (@bpakfitness)  Instagram Products Mentioned: February Promotion: MAPS Performance is ½ off!! **Code “GREEN50” at checkout** Organifi   **Code “mindpump” for 20% off** Four Sigmatic   **Code “mindpump” for 15% off** Was Chinese Medicine The Secret Weapon In The Chinese Olympic Team’s Domination At The Olympics? Mind Pump Episode 777: Tero Isokauppila- The Magic of Mushrooms & the Real Story of Santa Claus LIVE At Spartan Worlds Lake Tahoe 2017 - Mind Pump - Wellness Force Amazon.com: Watch The Business of Being Born | Prime Video Heavy duty – Book by Mike Mentzer Mind Pump Free Resources

966: Importance of 1-Rep Max, Overcoming Fitness Setbacks, Optimizing Recovery Days & MORE

In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the importance of the 1 rep max for building muscle and strength, tips for optimizing recovery days, whether personal training will be covered by insurance and how overcome difficult setbacks in fitness. What are the guys doing for Valentine’s Day for their significant other? The importance of going all out or not. (5:11) The benefits of consuming liver meats and how Sal uses Butcher Box to sneak them into his kid's food. (16:41) Users beware: This crypto exchange can't repay the $190 million to customers because the CEO died with the only password. (20:32) How money is one of the greatest breakthroughs of mankind. The guys speculate on the future of the dollar. (26:25) Skinny Dipped is taking over!! (28:55) How part of being cool is blazing your own trail. Burning Man comes out against Instagram Influencers and Coachella-ification. (30:57) The exciting future of podcasting and cannabis. (35:37) #Quah question #1 – How important is knowing and improving your 1 rep max for building muscle and strength? (50:42) #Quah question #2 – Any tips for optimizing my recovery days? (59:48) #Quah question #3 – Do you ever think personal training will be covered by insurance? (1:04:13) #Quah question #4 – What was the most difficult setback in your personal fitness journey and what did you do to overcome it and bounce back? (1:11:16) People Mentioned: Amanda Bucci - BUSINESS MENTOR (@amandabucci)  Instagram Jordan Harbinger (@jordanharbinger)  Instagram Dr Gabrielle Lyon, DO (@drgabriellelyon)  Instagram Products Mentioned: February Promotion: MAPS Performance is ½ off!! **Code “GREEN50” at checkout** Butcher Box   **2 Free Filet Mignons, Bacon + $20 Off** Skinny Dipped Almonds  **Code “mindpump” for 20% off** Valentine's Day by the numbers: See how much money is spent on flowers, candy and cards This crypto exchange can't repay the $190 million to customers because the CEO died with the only password End the Fed – Book by Ron Paul Fed Up: An Insider's Take on why the Federal Reserve is Bad for America - Book by Danielle DiMartino Booth The Creature from Jekyll Island: A Second Look at the Federal Reserve - Book by G. Edward Griffin Bankruptcy of Our Nation - Book by Jerry Robinson Burning Man Comes Out Against Instagram Influencers and Coachella-ification Spotify buys Gimlet and Anchor in podcast push, earmarks $500M for more deals Sunday Strategist: Yes, Podcast Ads Are Working for MeUndies - Bloomberg The Four: The Hidden DNA of Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google - Book by Scott Galloway Mind Pump Free Resources

964: Improve Gains with Bottom Position Squats, Maximizing Genetic Potential, Favorite Client Success Stories & MORE

In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the benefits to performing a squat from the bottom position, a person's genetic potential and limit for skill, the difference between allowing women and men to compete together but not trans women with cis women and favorite client success stories. Gym Wars: The crazy games and antics the guys used to do to get customers & MORE. (5:10) The Annual Father/Daughter dance has arrived! (12:14) What is the most fanatical event they have been to? How there is a certain amount of grace required as you get older. (17:00) The benefits of monitoring lifestyle changes with testing using companies like Everly Well. (23:05) Jeff Bezos vs. The National Enquirer: How a tabloid tale escalated and exploded. (32:24) The perfect combination: Organifi chocolate gold juice and macadamia nut milk. (47:38) A bitcoin millionaire created a haven for ‘anarcho-capitalists’ in Mexico. When one of his followers was killed, he said it was just the cost of doing business. (51:09) #Quah question #1 – Is there any benefit to performing a squat from the bottom position? (55:00) #Quah question #2 – Is there such thing as a genetic potential and limit for skill? (1:03:53) #Quah question #3 – Are you now sold on trans women competing in the women’s divisions CrossFit competitions? If so how was he able to convince you, but the representatives in the trans community were not? If not, please break down the difference in allowing men and women to compete together, but not trans women with cis women? (1:15:14) #Quah question #4 – What are your favorite client success stories? (1:23:21) People Mentioned: Joe Donnelly (@JoeDonnellyFit)  Twitter Jessica Rothenberg (@thetraininghour)  Instagram Lewis Howes (@lewishowes)  Instagram John Brenkus (@johnbrenkus_)  Twitter Products Mentioned: February Promotion: MAPS Performance is ½ off!! **Code “GREEN50” at checkout** Everly Well   **Code “mindpump” for $15 off any test** Organifi   **Code “mindpump”  for 20% off** Here’s What’s Actually Going on With Corn Syrup in Beer No thank you, Mr. Pecker – Jeff Bezos – Medium Thrive Market   ** Free 1 month membership, 25% off first order + free shipping on orders of $49 or more** John Galton Wanted Libertarian Paradise in ‘Anarchapulco.’ He Got Bullets Instead. Dinosaur Training: Lost Secrets of Strength and Development – Book by Brooks D Kubik Mind Pump Episode 955: John Brenkus Mind Pump Free Resources

962: Jawzrsize Inventor & CEO Brandon Harris

In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin talk with the inventor of Jawzrsize, Brandon Harris. Brandon shares his background in the fitness space and how this product came about. (8:21) How many of these has he sold? (12:38) Why he calls himself ‘the jack of all trades’. (14:10) At what point did he know he had a homerun? (14:35) Did he hit it out the park with the first product that he made? (19:05) How long did it take before it went viral? (20:38) Has he gotten any heat from people in the fitness industry? (21:36) At what point has he had to add anyone to his team? What has the scaling process looked like? (22:21) How much has he been able to reduce the cost of manufacturing? (24:50) What has been the best platform for marketing? (26:38) What is the craziest thing he has bought with his money? (30:00) Has he gotten any push back from dentists or other people that claim this might actually perpetuate TMJ or acid reflex? (31:16) Has he seen anyone in public use his product? (34:20) Has there been consistent growth every month or has he hit any peaks/valleys? (35:01) What is in store for Q1? (36:38) What has he learned transitioning from a brick and mortar space to an online business? (37:52) If he could go back in time, would he change anything? (40:11) Does he spend a lot of money on Facebook ads? (44:07) How much has his life changed? (44:33) Have there been talks to bring in any big names to promote the business? (46:24) Does he care if this product gets lumped into the other ‘Made for TV’ fitness products (i.e. Shake Weight, Thighmaster)? (47:12) Featured Guest/People Mentioned: Brandon Harris (@jawzrsize)  Twitter Jawzrsize: Fitness 4 your face (@jawzrsize)  Instagram Website Facebook Jay Silva (@jaysilvamma)  Instagram Products Mentioned: February Promotion: MAPS Performance is ½ off!! **Code “GREEN50” at checkout** The Evolution of Diet - National Geographic TMJ disorders - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic Does the Shake Weight® live up to its hype? - NCBI - NIH Mind Pump Blog - Does Jawzrsize Work?

960: Mark Bell

In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Mark Bell at his Supertraining Gym studio in Sacramento, CA. In his experience, what are the benefits that come along with age? (3:07) How different is the skill of building mass for bodybuilding than powerlifting? (10:00) What lead him to hire Hany Rambod? Did he do everything he told him to? (13:40) How was he able to run his gym while getting ready for his show? (19:43) When did he start making money? How did he figure out how to survive? (23:15) Where does survival mentally come from? (31:46) Is he more aware of the environment he is raising his own kids in? (36:43) Does he remember his first business failure? (38:05) His connection to ‘pro wrestling’ and how he met John Cena. (41:35) From what he learned from pro wrestling, has that transferred into his success in new media? (48:12) Did he battle with addiction during the ‘steroid era’? (51:17) Does he remember what is first cycle was? Was it a love affair from day 1? (55:50) Has he thought about the ‘going on gear’ conversation with his own kids? (1:00:35) What is his opinion on SARMS? (1:02:11) What made him think about getting into the podcast space? What has the journey been like for him? (1:05:42) What did he learn from his relationship with his former co-host? (1:12:43) How did his fans react with the podcast change? Was there any push back? (1:18:43) The guys reminisce over their first interview with Mark. (1:20:28) What have his kids taught him about himself? (1:24:25) Are his kid’s naturals when it comes to sports? Have any interest in competition? (1:27:40) Has his son expressed any interest in lifting weights? (1:35:00) What is something specific he has been working on HIMSELF? (1:38:09) Is social media enhancing or hurting what he is doing? (1:45:04) What is in store in the future for himself and his companies? (1:48:40) Featured Guest/People Mentioned: Mark Bell (@marksmellybell)  Instagram Website Podcast YouTube Mark Bell's Power Project - YouTube Hany Rambod (@hanyrambod)  Instagram 4x Mr. Olympia Physique Champ (@jeremy_buendia)  Instagram Chris “Boar” Bell (@bigstrongfast)  Instagram John Cena (@JohnCena)  Twitter Shelton J. Benjamin (@Sheltyb803)  Twitter Brock Lesnar (@BrockLesnar)  Twitter Stan "Rhino" Efferding (@stanefferding)  Instagram Products Mentioned: February Promotion: MAPS Performance is ½ off!! **Code “GREEN50” at checkout** 5/3/1: The Simplest and Most Effective Training System to Increase Raw Strength – Book by Jim Wendler Mark Bell's Power Project EP. 67 Live with Hany Rambod Inside Pro Wrestling (2000) [Ultimate Pro Wrestling Documentary Featuring John Cena] New J Hitman: My Real Life in the Cartoon World of Wrestling - Book by Bret Hart Mind Pump Episode 865: Stan Efferding: The World's Strongest Bodybuilder Mind Pump Episode 922: John Romano Bigger, Stronger, Faster (2008): Watch on Prime Video This Is Everything You Need to Know About SARMs - Legion Athletics Mark Bell's Power Project EP. 172 Live - Sal, Adam & Justin of Mind Pump Podcast Mind Pump Free Resources

958: The Best Macros for Muscle Building, the Effectiveness of Barbells vs Dumbbells, the Importance of Rep Ranges & MORE

In this episode of Quah, sponsored by MAPS Fitness Products (www.mapsfitnessproducts.com), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the differences between barbell and dumbbell exercises, recommended macros for muscle building, what to do if you can’t hit a specified rep range and future fitness trends. Mind Pump’s cereal of choice + the history of Kellogg’s Corn Flakes. (3:19) The convenience of using the ‘sous vide’ bags with the quality meat from Butcher Box. (11:53) Apple's FaceTime bug and how it highlights how you can easily access someone’s camera or microphone. (18:22) Yes, ice tsunamis are a real thing! + What natural event terrifies the guys the most? (21:25) Genetically modified chickens lay eggs with cancer-killing chemicals inside. (33:02) 77 below zero? Polar vortex yields deadly cold as thousands endure power cuts, travel issues mount in Midwest. (34:48) Update: Justin’s Alpha ‘Sock Eating’ Dog. (41:24) #Quah question #1 – What are the differences between barbell and dumbbell exercises? (45:26) #Quah question #2 – What are the recommended macros for muscle building? (57:50) #Quah question #3 - What can you do if you can’t hit a specified rep range? (1:07:45) #Quah question #4 – What are the fitness trends and/or supplements that will be the best new thing in the future and what will be forgotten? (1:13:31) People Mentioned: Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere)  Instagram Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym)  Instagram Lewis Howes (@lewishowes)  Instagram Products Mentioned: January Promotion: MAPS Anabolic ½ off!!   **Code “RED50” at checkout** Butcher Box   **2 FREE Filet Mignon, Bacon, and $20 off your first order!** Colon Blow - SNL Corn Flakes Were Part of an Anti-Masturbation Crusade Sous Vide Bags Kit for Anova Cookers - 20 Reusable Food Vacuum Sealed Bags, 1 Hand Pump, 2 Bag Sealing Clips and 4 Sous Vide Clips,Easy to Use, Practical for Long-time Sous Vide Cooking & Food Storage How to turn off FaceTime and avoid Apple's eavesdropping bug This 14-year old found Apple's FaceTime bug before it went viral Ice Tsunami: What The Hell Is Happening In This Video? | IFLScience Genetically modified chickens lay eggs with cancer-killing chemicals inside Polar vortex brings deadly cold snap to US states 77 below zero? Polar vortex yields deadly cold as thousands endure power cuts, travel issues mount in Midwest How Do I Choose The Right Weight? (LIFT RESPONSIBLY) Mind Pump Free Resources

956: How to Break Food Addiction, Favorite Strongman Lifts, Eating for Your Neurotype & MORE

In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the best advice to break food addiction, validity of eating and training as per neurotype, favorite strongman lifts and the best or most paradigm shattering things they have learned from their co-hosts. Justin’s ‘brilliant’ theory on the Fyre Festival debacle. (4:54) The guys recap their facial spa day using the NEW Four Sigmatic skin care products. (9:57) Sal updates the ‘newbie gains’ his son is experiencing and how he is training him the RIGHT way in this formative part of his life. (12:30) A sign of the times?? YouTube to curb recommending ‘borderline’ content + the inconsistency of what their parameters are. (22:12) Scientists develop telescopic contact lenses that can zoom 3X! The evolution of the human being, wisdom vs. knowledge & MORE. (39:20) #Quah question #1 - Best advice to break food addiction? (54:19) #Quah question #2 – What do you think of eating and training as per neurotype? (1:12:16) #Quah question #3 – What are your favorite strongman lifts? (1:18:25) #Quah question #4 – What are the best or most paradigm shattering things you have learned from your co-hosts? (1:24:02) People Mentioned: Enzo Coglitore (@enzocog)  Instagram Richard Burgess (@VeganGains)  Twitter Jordan Peterson (@jordan.b.peterson)  Instagram Mark Bell (@marksmellybell)  Instagram Andrew Hill, PhD (@AndrewHillPhD)  Twitter Robert Oberst (@robertoberst)  Instagram Products Mentioned: January Promotion: MAPS Anabolic ½ off!!   **Code “RED50” at checkout** Four Sigmatic  **Code “mindpump” for 15% off** YouTube to curb recommending conspiracy videos Jordan Peterson is leaving Patreon, should you? YouTube Kids The Media Industry Laid Off A Thousand People In January. It May Not Be Over. Scientists Develop Telescopic Contact Lenses That Can Zoom 3X Joe Rogan Experience #1169 - Elon Musk - YouTube Inner Worlds, Outer Worlds Mind Pump #423: Dr. Andrew Hill on the Brain, Sugar, Cholesterol, Pre-Workout Supplements, Nootropics, Addiction, Bacon & More The Craving Mind: From Cigarettes to Smartphones to Love - why We Get Hooked and how We Can Break Bad Habits - Book by Judson Brewer Mind Pump Free Resources

954: The Best Muscle Building Lunge Variations, the Value of Perfecting Lifts, the Life Benefits of Playing Sports & MORE

In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about the difference between variations of a lunge such as back step, walking or side lunges, the amount of time that should be spent practicing key movements before ramping up the weight, the value of taking sides and "polarizing your content" as an "influencer," and the life lessons playing sports can provide that you may not be able to get anywhere else. Adam gives Sal a compliment! That Vuori Clothing on point! (4:03) Mind Pump Recommends FYRE: The Greatest Party That Never Happened | Netflix. (7:27) Everyone trying to make a buck these days off of teaching others how to become an “influencer”. Mostly bullshit. The new emerging market. When will the bubble pop? (13:13) How Layne Norton lives to start shit. Pro-vaccine or not? Ones to stay away from? Live call in with Layne on this subject & MORE. (20:46) Predicting one’s behavior based on the proximity of the people they know using social media. The future is here. (36:50) Green Juice Day is on Saturday and perfect timing to get your first Smoothie Box. (41:10) #Quah question #1 – What is the difference between variations of a lunge such as back step, walking or side lunges? What is the point of using different variations? Isn’t a lunge a lunge? (45:41) #Quah question #2 – What is the amount of time that someone should be spent practicing key movements before ramping up the weight? (55:00) #Quah question #3 – What do you think about “insta-influencers” who talk about "polarizing your content" and taking sides? (1:00:27) #Quah question #4 – Do you think sports teach lessons you can’t learn or are difficult to learn elsewhere? (1:10:22) People Mentioned: Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne) Instagram Enzo Coglitore (@enzocog)  Instagram Taylor (@tayvalenz)  Instagram Coach Danny Matranga  CSCS (@danny.matranga)  Instagram Products Mentioned: January Promotion: MAPS Anabolic ½ off!!   **Code “RED50” at checkout** Vuori Clothing  **25% off** Smoothie Box  ** Get $20 OFF your first 3 boxes** FYRE: The Greatest Party That Never Happened | Netflix Official Site The Fyre Effect: More questions are being asked of influencer marketing in wake of documentaries - Digiday @mindpumpadam How to become an influencer post – IG China 'launches an app that tells you if you are within 500 yards of someone in debt - and encourages you to report them if they seem capable of paying up' Mind Pump TV - YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

952: Chad Wesley Smith of Juggernaut Training Systems

In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Chad Wesley Smith of Juggernaut Training Systems. Does he do a lot of consulting for gyms? (4:53) When he goes to visit these sports teams, what does he help them with? (7:05) What exercises does he find gives athletes the biggest carry over? The ‘Exercise Pyramid’ explained. (9:59) Chad’s sports background as a kid to today. (16:08) What was the goal when he started Juggernaut? (18:33) Where did he get the idea to write an eBook? (20:35) Did he see early success from the athletes he trained? (24:40) How did his training system stand out from the rest? (25:15) How different does the training look like for a lineman compared to a wide receiver? (27:49) What are his thoughts on the sports camp on one’s ability to accelerate/decelerate? (33:40) How much of lifting is skill vs. just using your muscles? (38:35) Does he believe kids should play multiple sports? His ‘3 Phase System’ for youth athletes. (44:39) How does he explain athletes like Bo Jackson? (50:04) Are the injury rates higher with early specialization in sports? (55:01) Why we are taking away the development of children with the lack of movement/activity. (57:30) What strategies does he implement to lessen sports injuries? (59:35) What are some things within the sports and conditioning field that ‘grind his gears’? (1:00:52) How important is wisdom vs. knowledge in coaching? (1:08:43) Does he see people paying more attention to programming? (1:13:25) Is he finding it hard to scale down his strength getting into ju-jitsu? (1:16:15) Is powerlifting enjoying a growth period at the moment? (1:19:55) What made him start the YouTube channel and his online training system? + The future of training systems. (1:27:39)  Featured Guest/People Mentioned: Chad Wesley Smith (@chadwesleysmith)  Instagram Website Juggernaut Training Systems (@juggernauttraining)  Instagram Podcast YouTube Cory Schlesinger (@schlesstrength)  Instagram Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym)  Instagram Zach Even - Esh (@zevenesh)  Instagram Products Mentioned: January Promotion: MAPS Anabolic ½ off!!   **Code “RED50” at checkout** Mamba Sports Academy Mind Pump Episode 887: The Fastest Growing Sport in the World with NRG Esport Co-Founder Andy Miller The Juggernaut Method 2.0 Training Youth Athletes for Long-Term Success The Best That Never Was (Marcus Dupree) The Sports Gene: Inside the Science of Extraordinary Athletic Performance - Book by David Epstein Mind Pump Free Resources

950: The Best Muscle Building & Fat Loss Exercises

In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin break down which lifts are most effective for building muscle and burning body fat. What was the first ‘T.O’ the guys got in sales? + Valuing the art and skill of effective communication. (1:38) Why being HONEST is a lost attribute. (18:30) Understanding the benefits/value of isolation vs. compound movements. The differences, why one person would gain from each & MORE. (19:19) The myths behind muscle activation in certain exercises. (27:08) How the rules don’t always apply. (31:12) Why all exercises are not created equal + the significance of mastering a skill. (33:45) The BEST lifts for building muscle and burning body fat, the CORRECT order of operations when it comes to your workout & MORE. (43:20) People Mentioned: Coach Danny Matranga | CSCS (@danny.matranga)  Instagram Mike Boyle (@bodybyboyle)  Instagram Products Mentioned: January Promotion: MAPS Anabolic ½ off!!   **Code “RED50” at checkout** Effect of pre-exhaustion exercise on lower-extremity muscle activation during a leg press exercise. Mind Pump TV - YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

948: Lowering Calories vs Upping Cardio for Fat Loss, the Importance of Fiber, Worst Podcasting Advice Received & MORE

In this episode of Quah, sponsored by MAPS Fitness Products (www.mapsfitnessproducts.com), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about what’s more effective for losing fat and retaining muscle, more cardio or fewer calories considering they equal the same daily calorie deficit, if fiber the most underappreciated macronutrient or if it is the least important, the most impactful piece of advice that a client has given them in regards to personal growth and the worst piece of advice a fellow podcaster has given Mind Pump. Sal’s son getting serious about the BULK, getting in quality calories using Smoothie Box, sharing their worst ‘protein shake’ stories from the past & MORE. (3:46) Being known as the ‘fitness guy’ and people asking you for advice + the benefits of beetroot powder in products like Organifi Red Juice. (16:05) P&G;’s Gillette ad asks men to shave their ‘toxic masculinity’ and a big backlash ensues. (23:01) #Quah question #1 - What’s more effective for losing fat and retaining muscle, more cardio or fewer calories considering they equal the same daily calorie deficit? (42:30) #Quah question #2 – Is fiber the most underappreciated macronutrient or is it the least important? (52:50) #Quah question #3 – What is the most impactful piece of advice that a client has given you in regards to personal growth? (1:01:05) #Quah question #4 - What is the worst piece of advice a fellow podcaster has given you about your business? (1:16:07) People Mentioned: Ben Shapiro (@officialbenshapiro)  Instagram Larry Hagner (@thedadedge)  Instagram Arya Saffaie IFBB Pro Olympian (@arya_saffaie)  Instagram Melissa Wolf WBFF BIKINI PRO (@meliwolff)  Instagram Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne)  Instagram Shawn Baker MD (@shawnbaker1967)  Instagram Coach Danny Matranga | CSCS (@danny.matranga)  Instagram Paul Chek (@paul.chek)  Instagram Craig Capurso (@craigcapurso)  Instagram Conner Moore (@connerwanders)  Instagram Jordan Harbinger (@jordanharbinger)  Instagram Products Mentioned: January Promotion: MAPS Anabolic ½ off!!   **Code “RED50” at checkout** Smoothie Box   **Get $20 OFF your first 3 box!** Organifi   **Code “mindpump” for 20% off** Weider Mega Mass 2000 6.6-pound Bottle. Chocolate, Tub Effects of Beetroot Juice Supplementation on Cardiorespiratory Endurance in Athletes. A Systematic Review Gillette Joins the Fight against ‘Toxic Masculinity’ Mind Pump Episode 872: Dr. Warren Farrell- The Boy Crisis Mind Pump Episode 712: Dr. Shawn Baker- Carnivore Diet Advocate Shrugged Collective - A Fitness Network from the creators of Barbell Shrugged How Netflix changed entertainment — and where it's headed Mind Pump Free Resources

946: The Max Amount You Should Squat, The Reality of Food Addiction, When Muscle Doesn't Benefit & MORE

In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about food addiction, only squatting the amount of weight that you can clean and press over your head onto your back, the downsides to being muscular in some sports and how to get good at communication. A Four Sigmatic product where Adam actually enjoys the TASTE: Mushroom Matcha Latte with MAITAKE + the guys share their love of Japanese culture. (5:44) Mind Pump Weekend Update: Adam and Taylor snowboarding weekend, Sal’s daughter hurts her wrist & MORE. (13:10) Adam Recommends “Red Oaks” Prime Original. (22:15) Thrive Market continues to be the ONE-STOP shop for healthy snacks for kids + how familiarity matters. (23:19) Why retailers are fleeing Fifth Avenue + how Amazon continues to disrupt the industry. (27:58) Leader prevented from making the final wager in a $2.5M betting contest. (34:00) The guys preview the NFL Conference Championships + the dominance of the New England Patriots. (37:20) Study: Just one season of high school football can change teens' brains. Will we see a culture change? (44:45) #Quah question #1 – Do you believe you can be addicted to food? (56:49) #Quah question #2 – What do you think of the hypothesis that humans can only squat the amount of weight that you can clean and press over your head onto your back? (1:16:18) #Quah question #3 - Why is there a stigma on hypertrophy training in some sports? (1:26:20) #Quah question #4 - How did you guys get good at communication? (1:40:35) People Mentioned: Taylor (@tayvalenz)  Instagram Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne)  Instagram Georges St-Pierre (@georgesstpierre)  Instagram Alistair Overeem (@alistairovereem)  Instagram Coach Daniel Matranga  CSCS | (@danny.matranga)  Instagram Products Mentioned: January Promotion: MAPS Anabolic ½ off!!   **Code “RED50” at checkout** Facebook Reviews: Leave a 5 Star Review and Win a Free Mind Pump T-Shirt!! Four Sigmatic   **Code “mindpump” for 15% off** Thrive Market   **Free 1 month membership, 25% off first order  Plus free shipping on orders of $49 or more** You | Netflix Official Site Amazon.com: Watch Red Oaks Season 1 | Prime Video Why retailers are fleeing Fifth Avenue - CNN DraftKings Sports Betting National Championship ends in controversy after leader prevented from making final wager Patrick Mahomes vs. Tom Brady: Why the kid beats the GOAT - NFL.com Study: Just one season of high school football can change teens' brains 25-year-old Kenyan invents gloves that convert sign language into audio speech Circus Fat Man | Photograph | Wisconsin Historical Society NED   **Code "mindpump" for 15% off first purchase** Verbal Judo: The Gentle Art of Persuasion - Book by George J. Thompson and Jerry B. Jenkins Emotional Intelligence 2.0 - Book by Travis Bradberry Amazon.com: Tom Hawkins: Books Zig Ziglar - Amazon.com

944: Pros & Cons of Elevating Heels for Squats, the Benefit of Vibrating Tools, Dealing with Lazy Clients & MORE

In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code "mindpump" for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about possible benefits derived from vibrating and/or pulsating tools, elevating heels during squats, differentiating between discipline and restriction and training someone who makes constant efforts to stall and chat during their sessions.   Instagram stories the new Cosmo + why do people gravitate to lists?  Adam’s response/answer to the vast amount of questions he gets on social media. (7:25) Top 10 highest paid influencers on Instagram. (9:25) Make up for men, aka ‘bro face’, the new untapped market? (11:25) Update: Did Justin get the tree out of his house? (13:52) Adam’s mistaken identity ‘Grinder’ story + the guys talk dating apps. (16:25) Legislating morality? You're going to need ID to watch porn in the UK from this spring. (23:15) Yes, powdered alcohol is real! (25:15) Do the guys get push back from their followers by what they say on the show or post on social media? The responsibility to present good information and be their ‘raw/authentic’ selves, the ‘sorry’ factor & MORE. (27:30) Vuori Clothing’s rapid growth in the fitness space. (35:13) What house chores to the guys like/dislike to do? Who is the slob in the household? (38:38) Having the RIGHT expectations of the supplements you take (like Organifi), addressing the root cause of a problem & MORE. (46:00) #Quah question #1 – Can you give your opinion on the vibrating and/or pulsating tools in gyms? Do they have any benefits? (54:47) #Quah question #2 – Thoughts on elevating heels during squats? (1:11:10) #Quah question #3 – How do you differentiate between discipline and restriction? (1:21:32) #Quah question #4 – How would you go about training someone who makes constant efforts to stall and chat during their sessions? (1:30:15) People Mentioned: Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere)  Instagram Taylor (@tayvalenz)  Instagram Terry Wahls MD (@drterrywahls)  Instagram Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink)  Instagram Ben Pakulski ® | Official (@bpakfitness)  Instagram Dr. Jordan Shallow D.C (@the_muscle_doc)  Instagram Products Mentioned: January Promotion: MAPS Anabolic ½ off!!   **Code “RED50” at checkout** Vuori Clothing   **Code "mindpump" 25% off** Organifi  **Code “mindpump” for 20% off** Top social media influencers of 2018 The American Meme | Netflix Official Site You | Netflix Official Site Adult FriendFinder - The World's Largest Adult Dating and Hookup Site You're going to need ID to watch porn in the UK from this spring | Dazed Yes, powdered alcohol is real. It’s already banned in New York and at least 20 other states. Tidying Up with Marie Kondo | Netflix Official Site Mind Pump Free Resources NED   ** Code "mindpump" 15% off first purchase**