Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer, Justin Andrews, Doug Egge
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

MindPump exposes the RAW TRUTH about health, fitness, nutrition and more... Hosts Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer & Justin Andrews pull back the curtain on the mythology, snake oil and pseudo-science that pervades the fitness industry and present science-backed solutions that result in increased muscular development and performance while simultaneously emphasizing health. No fitness institution or fitness "truth" is safe from their quick wit and over 40 years of combined experience in the fitness industry. Produced by Doug Egge. Find Mind Pump and the Mind Pump hosts on Instragram @mindpumpmedia, @mindpumpsal, @mindpumpadam, @mindpumpjustin & @mindpumpdoug and at mindpumppodcast.com. Get expertly programmed Mind Pump training protocols at mapsfitnessproducts.com

  1. 14 HR AGO

    2476: What Happens When You Do 100 Push-Ups Every Day for 30 Days (Listener Live Coaching)

    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: What happens when you do 100 push-ups every day for 30 days? (2:22) How effective the hype machine is. (14:28) Adam updates the audience on his rehab protocol from his recent injuries. (19:51) What makes Ned’s magnesium stand above the rest? (23:17) Sal needs an intervention. (26:44) We are in for some weird times. (34:26) Water buffaloes can swim how fast?! (35:38) Updates on the roaming mountain lion. (37:55) Kids say the darndest things. (42:28) When you know you’re at a HIGH status. (45:29) Puppet yelling. (47:30) An example of why people do not trust the media. (49:14) Shout out to Choki Valle. (51:33) #ListenerLive question #1 – Should I ditch my trainer? I've hit some amazing PRs, but my body feels like s***. (52:41) #ListenerLive question #2 – Thoughts on why I am getting lightheaded lifting early in the morning? (1:07:37) #ListenerLive question #3 – Can I be a Muscle Mommy? (1:15:10) #ListenerLive question #4 – How do I get my shoulders and back to fill out? (1:28:46) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** 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. ** NEXT 2 DAYS DOUBLE ENTRIES Black Friday Sale until Nov. 26th!  ** ALL MAPS Fitness Products 60% OFF. Coupon code BLACKFRIDAY. The code will expire on Sunday, December 1st. Each purchase enters you to win one of two 5-day stays at the Mind Pump Park City Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase - 20 entries, Program purchase - 10 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) - 2 entries. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. ** Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Leaked ‘jellyfish’ UFO video leaves the internet enthralled and baffled How to make your own shadow puppet theatre NYT dragged for hilariously botched ‘fact check’ of RFK Jr.’s war on artificial ingredients Visit Plunge for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP at checkout for $150 off your order. All November long, you can get 15% off every Plunge on the site. ** Finding the Best Personal Trainer for YOU Mind Pump #2105: How to Become a Muscle Mommy Mind Pump TV - ELDOA - YouTube Train the Trainer Webinar Series Mind Pump #1565: Why Women Should Bulk Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Kyle P (@mindpumpkyle) Instagram Choki Valle (@c.vallle) Instagram Layne Norton, Ph.D. (@biolayne) Instagram

    1h 35m
  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    2475: Calling Out the Fakes in Fitness With Goob

    Calling Out the Fakes in Fitness with Goob Where the nickname ‘Goob’ came from. (1:55) How he got into strength training. (3:40) 35 Eggs a Day: A Basic Guide to Fitness. (6:42) When he fell in love with fitness. (9:57) How he fell into personal training. (11:20) What triggered him to go after fitness frauds? The driving force behind it? (15:33) The art of digging into a story. (19:21) Does he give people a second chance? Worry about retaliation? (23:02) How does he balance his page yet make money? (28:53) Safety measures around getting banned on social media. (29:35) Doing this for a purpose. (30:26) His strategy behind what stories he decides to dig into. (33:04) His charitable drive. (34:20) Does he have an endgame? (37:55) Coping and dealing with a traumatic childhood. (38:25) Dealing with the hand you’ve been dealt. (44:03) Coming from privilege is a disadvantage. (46:11) What does he want his big contribution to be? (54:46) His journey of meeting other fitness professionals. (55:53) His unique relationship with Andy Frisella and 1st Phorm. (58:22) BIG watch guy. (1:07:22) Why he chooses to stay away from addictive tendencies. (1:09:50) Goob x Mind Pump toy drive collab. (1:13:30) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Early Black Friday Deals: All Racks and our Profile® Folding Benches are on Sale! The sale runs from 11/1 through Cyber Monday 12/02. No code is necessary. The products will be marked on sale. ** NEXT 2 DAYS DOUBLE ENTRIES Black Friday Sale until Nov. 26th!  ** ALL MAPS Fitness Products 60% OFF. Coupon code BLACKFRIDAY. The code will expire on Sunday, December 1st. Each purchase enters you to win one of two 5-day stays at the Mind Pump Park City Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase - 20 entries, Program purchase - 10 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) - 3 entries. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. ** 35 Eggs A Day : A Basic Guide To Fitness Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned John Dorsey (@goob_u2) Instagram   Layne Norton, Ph.D. (@biolayne) Instagram Jon Call (@jujimufu) Instagram Andy Frisella (@andyfrisella) Instagram

    1h 16m
  3. 4 DAYS AGO

    2474: You Won't Build Muscle or Burn Fat Unless You Do This First (Listener Live Coaching

    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: You will not burn fat or build muscle unless you do this one thing first. (1:45) The importance and value of trainers. (17:12) Strategies for trainers to retain clients during the holiday season. (21:35) More disturbing data on the loneliness epidemic. (25:06) When your kids ask you questions about having a girlfriend. (32:44) The best surgeons play video games. (38:20) Expanding your mind with Brain.fm. (42:39) Don’t mess with people’s kids! (45:41) Don’t trust everything you read. (47:52) Checking people with power and hope for America. (49:18) Shout out to Mind Pump Kyle! (56:45) #ListenerLive question #1 – Should I use the same philosophy training with bands, as I would with free weights? (57:42) #ListenerLive question #2 – When I finish Split should I run another high-volume program since I've responded so well to it? Or should I change things up and give my body a break and do a MAPS 15 advance, or just challenge myself differently with Anabolic Advanced? (1:09:01) #ListenerLive question #3 – I am wondering how much my steps should play a factor in my workout? (1:19:42) #ListenerLive question #4 – Knowing that I am coming from this place of having a slow metabolism from overdoing cardio, do I stay the course with my own strength training programming or is there something else I can do to speed up my metabolism? (1:32:51) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Kreatures of Habit: Meal One for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Black Friday Deals: 30% off site wide for first orders, including subscription orders. Sale is live from November 22nd - November 27th. ** Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** EARLY ACCESS to Black Friday Sale is open NOW! ALL MAPS Fitness Products 60% OFF. Coupon code BLACKFRIDAY. The code will expire Sunday December 1st. ** Each purchase enters you to win one of two 5 day stays at the Mind Pump Park City Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase - 10 entries, Program purchase - 5 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) - 1 entry. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. Mind Pump #2060: Maximize Fat Loss With Continuous Glucose Monitors: Kara Collier Train the Trainer Webinar Series What is Causing Our Epidemic of Loneliness and How Can We Fix It? The impact of video games on training surgeons in the 21st century Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Bone Broth Protein – BOGO – Buy one get one free! The discount is now automatically applied at checkout 15% off your first order! ** Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump #2080: Get Jacked With Bands! Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer!  ** New users can select their choice between a whole turkey, turkey breast, or ham in their first box + $20 off ** Mind Pump #2457: Four Mistakes That Destroy Your Metabolism Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Adeel Khan, MD (@dr.akhan) Instagram   Kyle P (@mindpumpkyle) Instagram

    1h 53m
  4. 5 DAYS AGO

    2473: Being Sedentary is Deadly (Listener Coaching)

    Mind Pump Fit Tip: Being sedentary is deadly. (2:33) Why we lose function as we age. (15:03) What Adam is doing to address his most recent injuries. (18:44) Creatine as a sleep supplement. (25:28) Adam’s new protein shake hack. (30:35) The grossest meal the guys have made. (34:14) The gummy trend is real! (38:14) Patience wins. (42:20) Shout out to Premiere Spine & Sport. (54:08) #Quah question #1 – How do you know if you're doing enough cardio to kill muscle gains? (55:57) #Quah question #2 – I’ve always wondered why if to maintain muscle you need to do a lot less, like 1/7-1/9 of the volume, but then why do bodybuilding competitors always do so much volume in prep to maintain their muscle? (59:01) #Quah question #3 – How can you stay consistent in a calorie deficit when you struggle with binging at night? (1:02:55) #Quah question #4 – How do I jumpstart my appetite? It seems like I'm never hungry and most days I go without eating much. How do I fix that? (1:06:43) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Joovv for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Save up to $1,000 on a new Joovv system. Plus, 0% financing is available with payments starting as little as $34 a month! ** Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Free harmony & ceramic container w/ any 2 pouches. ** Visit Transcend for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Up to 35% off Select Peptide Bundles now through Nov. 30th! ** EARLY ACCESS to the Black Friday Sale is open NOW! ** ALL MAPS Fitness Products 60% OFF. Coupon code BLACKFRIDAY. The code will expire on Sunday, December 1st. Each purchase enters you to win one of two 5-day stays at the Mind Pump Park City Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase - 10 entries, Program purchase - 5 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) - 1 entry. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. ** Sitting is the new smoking: 'Truly a silent killer' Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Common questions and misconceptions about creatine supplementation: what does the scientific evidence really show? Visit JOYMODE for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order** How Much Training is Necessary to Maintain Strength and Muscle? How Phasing Your Workouts Leads to Consistent Plateau Free Workouts – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram Dr. William Seeds (@williamseedsmd) Instagram Kyle P (@mindpumpkyle) Instagram Premiere Spine & Sport (@premiere_spine_sport) Instagram

    1h 10m
  5. 6 DAYS AGO

    2472: Four Fat Loss Supplements That ACTUALLY Work

    Four Fat Loss Supplements That ACTUALLY Work The top-selling category of supplements is fat-burning supplements. (1:10) Explaining the fat loss process. (3:30) Supplements for fat burning are broken down into three categories. (7:44) The two most effective ways fat burners work. (12:21) Four Fat Loss Supplements That ACTUALLY Work: #1 - Protein powder (build more muscle to speed up metabolism). (15:09) #2 - Caffeine (to help with increased movement). (17:52) #3 - Ashwagandha (to help the adaptation process). (20:12) #4 - Creatine (muscle building to speed up metabolism). (22:33) Questions: Can supplements really make a big difference in fat loss? (25:01) Can a multivitamin help with fat loss? (26:57) How low should I bring my calories for fat loss? (28:54) Is it true that my sleep plays a role in fat loss? (31:58) Related Links/Products Mentioned 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** EARLY ACCESS to the Black Friday Sale is open NOW! ** ALL MAPS Fitness Products 60% OFF. Coupon code BLACKFRIDAY. The code will expire on Sunday, December 1st. Each purchase enters you to win one of two 5-day stays at the Mind Pump Park City Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase - 10 entries, Program purchase - 5 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) - 1 entry. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. ** Mind Pump #2457: Four Mistakes That Destroy Your Metabolism Mind Pump #1387: Turning Your Body Into a Fat-Burning Machine Mind Pump #1830: Five Steps to Determine Your ideal Caloric Intake Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump #1345: 6 Ways to Optimize Sleep for Faster Muscle Gain and Fat Loss Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

    35 min
  6. 20 NOV

    2471: Three Reasons Why You Won't Lose Fat if You Eat Out (Listener Live Coaching)

    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: if you want to get lean DON’T eat out. (2:23) Turkeyflation! (12:28) How Mind Pump does Thanksgiving. (16:00) Not a shout-out. (20:19) Adam updates the audience on his workout challenges and most recent body fat test. (22:54) When your training behaviors manifest in your children’s actions. (40:48) Don’t mess around with wild animals. (45:21) Low-calorie AMAZING hot chocolate. (49:14) Justin’s staple Christmas cocktail. (51:20) Shout out to Jade’s Café! (52:33) #ListenerLive question #1 – What is your experience with TRT and are there any good alternatives to TRT that might have fewer side effects? (54:32) #ListenerLive question #2 – Do I need to be concerned about the number if my body composition is healthy and I have no negative side effects? (1:08:44) #ListenerLive question #3 – What can I be doing to help increase the power, speed, and height of my kicks? (1:30:01) #ListenerLive question #4 – Any advice on getting leads at my new personal training business? (1:41:41) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer!  ** New users can select their choice between a whole turkey, turkey breast, or ham in their first box + $20 off ** Get your free Sample Pack with any “drink mix” purchase! Also try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump EARLY ACCESS to the Black Friday Sale is open NOW! ** ALL MAPS Fitness Products 60% OFF. Coupon code BLACKFRIDAY. The code will expire on Sunday, December 1st. Each purchase enters you to win one of two 5-day stays at the Mind Pump Park City Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase – 10 entries, Program purchase – 5 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) – 1 entry. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. ** Calorie labels are often wildly inaccurate. Here’s how to prevent extra calories from derailing your diet. Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP10 at checkout** Mind Pump #2320: Throw Away the Scale! Mind Pump Fitness Coaching Mind Pump #2465: How to Become a 6-Figure Trainer Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Benjamin Kendrick (@kendrick_bbq) Instagram Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram Jade's Cafe (@jadescafe) Instagram Alex Hormozi (@hormozi) Instagram

    1h 59m
  7. 18 NOV

    2470: Personal Trainers & the Gym Industry with UFC Gym VP Don Cardona

    Personal Trainers & the Gym Industry with UFC Gym VP Don Cardona Don’s first impression of Sal, and how their relationship was built. (2:01) Building and inspiring other people. (5:47) Gym culture then and now. (10:38) Challenging moments early on. (13:50) The differences in the club industry. (20:14) Empowering the fitness professional through culture. (30:22) How do we keep the RIGHT people? (32:58) Attracting the best talent and bringing mixed martial arts to the masses. (42:59) Merging Social and Brick & Mortar. (47:12) The goal moving forward. (55:37) Nailing the 4 F’s: Faith, family, fitness, and finances. (57:51) Aging like fine wine. (1:00:39) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit NASM for this month’s exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Fitness and Nutrition Bundle – Buy CPT get CNC Free! ** Code MPMFNB at checkout ** EARLY ACCESS to the Black Friday Sale is open NOW! ** ALL MAPS Fitness Products 60% OFF. Coupon code BLACKFRIDAY. The code will expire on Sunday, December 1st. Each purchase enters you to win one of two 5-day stays at the Mind Pump Park City Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase - 10 entries, Program purchase - 5 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) - 1 entry. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. ** Mind Pump #2465: How to Become a 6-Figure Trainer Mind Pump #1390: The State of the Gym Industry with UFC Gym President Adam Sedlack Mind Pump #1525: The Death of the Gym Industry?: A Reality Check With UFC Gym CEO Adam Sedlack UFC Gym and Alta Global Launch Gym Programs in Costa Mesa & Huntington Beach, California: Part of a Global Rollout to 150+ UFC Gyms Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Don Cardona (@dc.fit1) Instagram Adam Sedlack (@ceoufcgym) Instagram  Hany Rambod (@hanyrambod) Instagram

    1h 4m
  8. 16 NOV

    2469: Compound Before Isolation Lifts are the Best, Except When They're Not (Listener Live Coaching)

    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Compound before isolation lifts are the best, except when they're not. (2:04) The buzz around the Park City house giveaway. (13:47) The movies that represent the four founders. (15:25) Kids say and do the darndest things. (22:52) Leaning into your kid's passions. (27:55) Exercise and mental health for children. (31:04) Maximizing opportunities through innovation. (34:34) Forever chemicals and what they are most strongly connected to. (38:28) Organifi’s top sellers. (40:19) Toddlers and ultra-processed foods. (42:30) Highlighting gym owners doing things the right way. (45:22) Shout out to Chris Ellis! (52:11) #ListenerLive question #1 – How do I approach my training and nutrition going forward, as I’m looking to transition from competitive sports to powerlifting/bodybuilding? (52:55) #ListenerLive question #2 – I am trying to bulk but feel like I’m just getting fat. What am I doing wrong? (1:09:42) #ListenerLive question #3 – Which of your programs would you recommend to someone who wants to be consistent, but is terrified of injuring themselves? (1:21:43) #ListenerLive question #4 – Why am I still hungry? Do I need to bump my calories even more? (1:31:39) 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 Our Place for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout to receive 10% off sitewide. Our Place offers a 100-day trial with free shipping and returns. ** EARLY ACCESS to Black Friday Sale is open NOW! ALL MAPS Fitness Products 60% OFF. Coupon code BLACKFRIDAY. The code will expire on Sunday December 1st. ** Each purchase enters you to win one of two 5 day stays at the Mind Pump Park City Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase - 10 entries, Program purchase - 5 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) - 1 entry. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. Mind Pump’s First Ever Luxury Destination Childhood Physical Fitness as a Predictor of Cognition and Mental Health in Adolescence: The PANIC Study Mind Pump #2277: The Five Best Sports for Kids In Japan, walking and driving now generate electricity Toddlers Get Half Their Calories From Ultra-Processed Food, Says Study Santa Cruz Power Fitness, A Fit Community Get your free Sample Pack with any “drink mix” purchase! Also try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump #091: Adam’s Road to the San Jose Pro: Week 1 Update Mind Pump #095: Adam’s Road to the San Jose Pro: Week 2 Update Mind Pump #099: Adam’s Road to the San Jose Pro: Week 3 Update Mind Pump #103: Adam’s Road to the San Jose Pro: Week 4 Update Mind Pump #2382: The 5 Biggest Challenges With Cutting & Bulking Stop Working Out And Start Practicing – Mind Pump Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP for 20% off your first order (new customers) and double rewards points for existing customers. ** Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Chris Ellis (@chris_ellis_ifbb_pro) Instagram Mind Pump Fitness Coaching (@mindpumptrainers) Instagram

    1h 42m
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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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