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  • 2661: Nine Old Forgotten Training Methods That Can Make You Fit and Tough & More (Listener Live Coaching)

    2661: Nine Old Forgotten Training Methods That Can Make You Fit and Tough & More (Listener Live Coaching)
    Aug 13 2025

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

    • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Nine Old Forgotten Training Methods That Can Make You Fit and Tough. (2:40)

    • Top 10 job aspirations for Gen Alpha. (28:32)

    • Being a caretaker. (33:06)

    • Doing fitness for God’s glory. Previewing Sal’s upcoming YouTube series. (40:40)

    • Just as good as whey. (48:02)

    • High hopes for the Elite Trainer Podcast. (49:09)

    • Getting your dream car. (50:38)

    • Cleaning up language. (54:57)

    • We're Hiring: Mind Pump Personal Training (In-House and Remote). Apply today! (1:01:06)

    • #ListenerLive question #1 – Would it be beneficial to introduce lifting aids as part of my one-rep max test? (1:03:09)

    • #ListenerLive question #2 – Does having a degree immediately make you a more qualified coach and individual? (1:10:30)

    • #ListenerLive question #3 – In optimizing strength or hypertrophy for a given lift, does progressive overload take precedence over total weekly training volume for that lift? (1:23:59)

    • #ListenerLive question #4 – What would you guys recommend as far as programming for a client I find difficult to communicate with and get him to move in the ways I want him to? (1:32:59)

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    People Mentioned

    • Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym) Instagram

    • Jordan Shallow D.C (@the_muscle_doc) Instagram

    • Cory Schlesinger (@schlesstrength) Instagram

    • Max Schmarzo (ATC/CSCS/MS) (@strong_by_science) Instagram

    • Ben Bruno (@benbrunotraining) Instagram

    • Elliott Hulse (@elliotthulse) Instagram

    • Paul J. Fabritz (@pjfperformance) Instagram

    • Brian Kula (@kulasportsperformance) Instagram
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    1 h y 45 m
  • 2660: Dr. Autumn Smith

    2660: Dr. Autumn Smith
    Aug 11 2025
    Dr. Autumn Smith Autumn’s early life and struggles surrounding food. (1:17) Her journey of being a personal trainer while going to school. (3:14) Why she decided to go paleo. (4:17) Why their beef sticks stand out above the rest! (10:15) The origin of anti-meat propaganda. (14:52) What is regenerative farming? (18:44) The carbon imprint from this type of farming. (28:00) The difference between grass-fed vs. grass grass-finished. Buyer beware. (29:17) The nutritional differences between conventional and non-conventional types of meat. (33:09) What made them go with bone broth protein? (38:35) Find what works and put a lot of resources into that. (46:33) Not all vitamin C is created equal. (48:44) What is the difference between broth and collagen protein? (52:10) Breaking down the value of the organ complex. (53:30) The consumer breakdown of their products. (59:20) Their bestselling beef sticks. (1:00:14) The evolution of her relationship with food. (1:01:50) Her travels with J Lo and the celebrities she trained via the Tracy Anderson Method. (1:03:58) New products on the horizon. (1:15:34) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout: 15% off your first order! ** Visit Transcend for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** Telehealth Provider • Physician Directed GET YOUR PERSONALIZED TREATMENT PLAN! Hormone Replacement Therapy, Cognitive Function, Sleep & Fatigue, Athletic Performance and MORE! ** August Special: MAPS 15 50% off! ** Code MUSCLE50 at checkout ** Wild Pastures Meet Allan Savory, the Pioneer of Regenerative Agriculture How to fight desertification and reverse climate change Reducing the Carbon Footprint of Beef Production PSV-30 A nutritional survey of commercially available grass-finished beef American Grassfed Association Made in America Nutritional Comparisons Between Grass-Fed Beef and Conventional Grain-Fed Beef Bionutrient Food Association The Glycine Miracle: The Science of Living Long and Free from Inflammation Friend or Foe? The Role of Animal-Source Foods in Healthy and Environmentally Sustainable Diets Tracy Anderson Official Site | A Revolutionary Fitness Method Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Dr. Autumn Smith (@drautumnsmith) Instagram Robb Wolf (@dasrobbwolf) Instagram Mark Sisson (@marksissonprimal) Instagram Tracy Anderson (@tracyandersonmethod) Instagram Ben Bruno (@benbrunotraining) Instagram DON SALADINO (@donsaladino) Instagram
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    1 h y 18 m
  • 2659: Eight Ways to Build a Crushing Grip & Strong Forearms & More (Listener Live Coaching)

    2659: Eight Ways to Build a Crushing Grip & Strong Forearms & More (Listener Live Coaching)
    Aug 9 2025
    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 8 Ways to Build a Crushing Grip & Strong Forearms. (2:15) An interview with Mind Pump’s Head Trainer and host of The Elite Trainer Academy, Kyle Pullin. (15:07) Buyer Beware: Food labels. (28:16) Shilajit for men’s health. (32:01) The CRAZIEST supplements Sal has taken. (34:41) The deterioration of the US dollar. (36:53) Raising your kids to want less. (43:13) Space race. (47:58) Vuori is decking out the Mind Pump trainers. (51:40) Taking Omega 3s vs eating fish. (53:27) Living off the land. (55:36) Young kids just looking to make money. (1:00:22) #ListenerLive question #1 – Lately, I’ve been feeling stuck. I’m no longer seeing significant progress in muscle growth or strength gains. I’ve never followed a structured program. Any advice on where to go from here? (1:05:19) #ListenerLive question #2 – What would be the best eating window for a busy mom of 4, who is up early with a young baby, trying to get her body back? (1:11:49) #ListenerLive question #3 – How do you structure nutrition for children? Being parents yourselves, any advice to make sure my child is eating well? (1:28:06) #ListenerLive question #4 – I did my first DEXA scan, and I’m not sure whether to be disappointed with the results. I want to cut fat and continue to build muscle. I don’t want to obsess over the results, but I also want to continue to lean out. I am not sure where to go from here. Any advice on whether I should cut again or do another reverse diet? (1:39:12) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code to receive 20% off your first order. ** August Special: MAPS 15 50% off! ** Code MUSCLE50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #1895: Eight Hacks for an Insanely Strong Grip IronMind Captains of Crush (COC) Hand Gripper - The Gold Standard of Grippers | The World's Leading Hand Strengthener Elite Trainer Academy – Podcast Protein-packed foods may not be as healthy as you think, study finds Clinical evaluation of spermatogenic activity of processed Shilajit in oligospermia The effects of Shilajit supplementation on fatigue-induced decreases in muscular strength and serum hydroxyproline levels Shilajit attenuates behavioral symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome by modulating the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis and mitochondrial bioenergetics in rats Clinical evaluation of purified Shilajit on testosterone levels in healthy volunteers Fact Check: Alyssa Carson, 20, has not been selected for a Mars mission ‎Watch For All Mankind - Show - Apple TV+ Dr. Rhonda Patrick Instagram Post on Omega 3 Supplements vs. Eating Fish Get your free Sample Pack with any “drink mix” purchase! Find your favorite LMNT flavor or share it with a friend. Try LMNT risk-free. If you don’t like it, give it away to a salty friend and we’ll give you your money back, no questions asked! Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump Mind Pump #2585: How to Become the Ultimate Hybrid Athlete Gym in Park Ridge, IL | Personal Trainer in Park Ridge | Adaptable Mind Pump #1375: How to Train Before, During & After Pregnancy Mind Pump #2547: Stop Trying to Get Your Kids in Shape! Do This Instead! Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Kyle P (@mindpumpkyle) Instagram Cole Steininger (@mindpumpcole) Instagram Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram Dr. Rhonda Patrick (@foundmyfitness) Instagram
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    1 h y 53 m
  • 2658: Nine Tips to Gain 5 Pounds of Lean Muscle in 60 Days & More (Listener Coaching)

    2658: Nine Tips to Gain 5 Pounds of Lean Muscle in 60 Days & More (Listener Coaching)
    Aug 8 2025
    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: 9 Tips to Gain 5 lbs. of LEAN MUSCLE in 60 days. (2:20) Is exercise more effective than medication for depression and anxiety? (23:01) There are LEVELS to this honey game. (31:24) Strength train and get better boners! (35:40) Buyer beware: 7-OH supplement. (38:51) Lower your calories and eat the same amount of food. (51:29) Call for editor interns. Apply today! (53:04) Elite Trainer Academy: For Trainers to level up. (54:05) #Quah question #1 – I am a “CrossFitter” who is about to become a new dad. How do I balance getting the most out of my workouts without overwhelming my soon-to-be-overly-stressed body? (55:23) #Quah question #2 – What’s a good amount of water to drink a day? (58:14) #Quah question #3 – How can I deal with delayed onset muscle soreness? I’ve quit lifting several times because I just got tired of being sore all the time. Case in point, I did the very first session of MAPS 15 last Monday (Bulgarian split squats) - could barely walk for two days and am still dreading going down the stairs six days later. (1:00:48) #Quah question #4 – What would an everyday full-body weightlifting routine look like? (1:05:07) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Manukora for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP and save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit! ** Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** Available for a limited time, a curated box pre-filled with Mind Pump’s favorite cuts — no guesswork! Butcher Box members who sign up through Mind Pump will receive: $20 OFF their first box, Free chicken breast, ground beef, OR salmon in every box for a whole year! ** August Special: MAPS 15 50% off! ** Code MUSCLE50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2160: Macro Counting Master Class Why Your Tempo Matters When You Workout! – Mind Pump TV Effectiveness of physical activity interventions for improving depression, anxiety and distress: an overview of systematic reviews Exploring the link between muscle quality and erectile dysfunction: assessing the impact of mass and strength Products with opioid-like effects sold at gas stations may be banned as illicit substances @goob_u2 IG video on 7-OH Mind Pump # 2595: Mike Israetel Unplugged (Explicit Content) 207-OR: Myostatin Inhibition Synergizes with GLP-1R Agonism to Accelerate Weight Loss in Male, Obese Nonhuman Primates To Apply for Editor Position. Email: info@mindpumpmedia.com Elite Trainer Academy – Podcast Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month’s supply of Seed’s DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** Get your free Sample Pack with any “drink mix” purchase! Find your favorite LMNT flavor or share it with a friend. Try LMNT risk-free. If you don’t like it, give it away to a salty friend and we’ll give you your money back, no questions asked! Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump Sore muscles…what does it mean? – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Chris Williamson (@chriswillx) Instagram Dr. Gabrielle Lyon (@drgabriellelyon) Instagram John Dorsey (@goob_u2) Instagram Dr. William Seeds (@williamseedsmd) Instagram Cole Steininger (@mindpumpcole) Instagram Michael Israetel (@drmikeisraetel) Instagram
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    1 h y 10 m
  • 2657: The Over-50 Fitness & Health Plan

    2657: The Over-50 Fitness & Health Plan
    Aug 7 2025

    The Over-50 Fitness & Health Plan

    • The body is always adapting; if you do it right, you will respond great! (1:42)

    • Considerations to take into account when constructing a routine for this avatar. (5:49)

    • The RIGHT Way to Workout & Eat to Get GREAT Results if You’re Over 50 Years Old.

    • An effective full-body workout 2 days a week. (8:52)

    • Day 1: Push a sled, incline dumbbell chest press, cable rows, standing dumbbell shoulder press, dumbbell curls, press down, and a plank. (12:02)

    • Day 2: Trap bar deadlift, push-ups, pull-downs, rear flys, hammer curls, closer grip push-ups, cable chop, and standing calf raises. (18:03)

    • Activity: Aim for 8k steps a day, then 10k, and then 12k steps a day. (21:57)

    • Diet: Women eat 30, men eat 45 grams of protein per meal FIRST, eat veggies SECOND, and eat a starch or fruit LAST. (23:40)

    • Sleep: No electronics, take glycine and magnesium before bed, and aim for a 9-hour window. (26:13)

    • Supplements: Multivitamin, 2000IU Vitamin D plus K, and creatine 10 grams a day. (26:57)

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    31 m
  • 2656: Machines Vs. Free Weight... The Final Debate! & More (Listener Live Coaching)

    2656: Machines Vs. Free Weight... The Final Debate! & More (Listener Live Coaching)
    Aug 6 2025

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

    • Mind Pump Fit Tip: The final debate! Machines vs free weights. (2:54)

    • The dumbest features in new cars. (23:19)

    • When was the last time you got pulled over? (25:55)

    • Optimize your C15 levels to help support your long-term health and wellness. (35:15)

    • Justin’s sunny and smoky day on the racetrack. (40:10)

    • Nobody in America knows how to make espresso. (44:09)

    • The gym culture evolution. (51:45)

    • #ListenerLive question #1 – How can I most efficiently return to my optimal weight and hormonal balance without resorting to aggressive cardio or restrictive dieting? (59:39)

    • #ListenerLive question #2 – Am I failing my reverse diet? (1:18:22)

    • #ListenerLive question #3 – If I want to have a long, healthy life with work and personal life, how can I balance cardiovascular training and endurance? (1:27:43)

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    People Mentioned

    • Mike Salemi (@mike.salemi) Instagram

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    1 h y 44 m
  • 2655: Ten Cardio Hacks for Fat Loss, Health & Endurance

    2655: Ten Cardio Hacks for Fat Loss, Health & Endurance
    Aug 4 2025

    Ten Cardio Hacks for Fat Loss, Health & Endurance

    • Make cardio more effective. (1:12)

    • Ten Cardio Hacks for Fat Loss, Health & Endurance. (3:28)

    • #1 - Split it up. (4:05)

    • #2 - Do it after meals. (8:13)

    • #3 - Walking is the best for LISS. (11:20)

    • #4 - HIIT for less time, more impact. (13:34)

    • #5 - Do it after strength training. (15:29)

    • #6 - Combine it with something growth-minded. (16:35)

    • #7 - Don’t overdo it! (17:57)

    • #8 – Play. (20:36)

    • #9 – The more technical, the more you need to treat it like PRACTICE. (23:15)

    • #10- Do high-rep squats and supersets. (25:26)

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    People Mentioned

    • Dr. William Seeds (@williamseedsmd) Instagram
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  • 2654: The 5 Secret Workout Program Hacks for Maximum Gains & More (Listener Live Coaching)

    2654: The 5 Secret Workout Program Hacks for Maximum Gains & More (Listener Live Coaching)
    Aug 2 2025
    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 5 Secret Workout Program Hacks for Maximum Gains. (1:51) Red light to improve your brain. (23:56) Sal’s relation to a Pope! (27:47) Andrew Tate vs. Aubrey Marcus: Why they are bad for young males. (34:03) Fitness is an INCREDIBLE vehicle to help break substance abuse. (44:45) Muscle worship. (46:47) Has technology really benefited us? (54:11) #ListenerLive question #1 – When I’m dedicating time in the gym to mobility work, should I focus only on the limited side or is it better to split the work 50/50 between both sides? Or something in between? (1:02:53) #ListenerLive question #2 – What advice do you have for raising kids to have a healthy relationship with food? (1:15:49) #ListenerLive question #3 – How do I break out of this fear of not looking how I want? Or break free from my bondage to the gym? (1:33:19) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Joovv for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP to get $50 off your first purchase. ** Visit Rock Recovery Center for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Ben and Tom know firsthand the struggles of addiction and alcoholism. With years of experience helping thousands of individuals, they offer a free consultation call to discuss your situation. Whether you’re personally battling addiction or have a loved one in need of help, they’re here to guide you toward the support you need. By filling out the form and scheduling your call, you’ll also be entered for a chance to win a free 60-day scholarship at Rock Recovery Center, their premier treatment center in West Palm Beach, Florida. Don’t wait—take the first step today. ** August Special: MAPS 15 Minutes 50% off! ** Code MUSCLE50 at checkout ** Elite Trainer Academy – Podcast Weekly Training Frequency Effects on Strength Gain Investigation of core endurance, performance and functional activities in crossfit participants Effectiveness of isometric exercise in the management of tendinopathy: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised trials Transcranial photobiomodulation improves functional brain networks and working memory in healthy older adults: An fNIRS study Pope Gregory X - Wikipedia Mind Pump #2392: Steps to Overcoming Addiction with Tom Conrad & Ben Bueno Muscle Suit Mind Pump #2600: Mike O’Hearn Gen Z Women Are Booking Convents Instead of Beach Houses This Summer Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** Mind Pump #1897: Why Phasing Your Workouts Is So Important & How to Properly Switch It Up Mind Pump #2560: How to Break Free from Destructive Body Image Issues Mind Pump#2385: Five Reasons Why You Should Hire a Trainer Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Aubrey Marcus (@aubreymarcus) Instagram Dan Bilzerian (@danbilzerian) Instagram Thomas Conrad (@realrecoverytalktom) Instagram Mike O’Hearn (@mikeohearn) Instagram
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    1 h y 58 m