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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

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

    • Health & Fitness
    • 4.8 • 10.4K Ratings

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

    2295: How to Build an Effective Machine Only Full Body Workout

    2295: How to Build an Effective Machine Only Full Body Workout

    There is a time and place for machines. (2:00)
    The value of working out with machines only. (3:47)
    There is an order of operations. (10:22)
    A Machine-Only Workout Utilizing the Machines We Deem to be Most Effective.
    #1 - Hack squat (greater range than leg press). (11:33)
    #2 - Seated or lying Hamstring curl. (15:35)
    #3 - Cable row. (17:52)
    #4 - Plate loaded chest press. (21:35)
    #5 - Smith machine seated press. (23:52)
    #6 - Dip machine. (27:33)
    #7 - Preacher curl machine. (29:46)
    Sets and rep ranges. (32:23)
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    • 34 min
    2294: How Protein Intake Can Make or Break Your Progress in the Gym, Why F45 May be Slowing Your Gains, the Importance of Sleep for Building Muscle & More (Listener Live Coaching)

    2294: How Protein Intake Can Make or Break Your Progress in the Gym, Why F45 May be Slowing Your Gains, the Importance of Sleep for Building Muscle & More (Listener Live Coaching)

    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.
    Mind Pump Fit Tip: When it comes to fitness success, the WHY is more important than how or the what. (1:45)
    The best compliment a man can get? (15:29)
    Knowing what you like and don’t like. (16:42)
    Laughter is such a powerful thing. (21:57)
    One of the BEST exercises/machines to improve squat mobility. (27:40)
    The dangers of social media for kids. (30:42)
    Should the US be able to advertise pharmaceutical drugs? (33:57)
    There is a trust issue with A.I. (43:03)
    Why the guys love Jason Phillips and NCI. (49:26)
    Fun Facts with Justin: Leather Canary. (51:40)
    Shout out to the Mind Pump Park City Rental. (55:03)
    #ListenerLive question #1 – As I’m already kind of muscular and looking to lean out, should I just focus on figuring out what my maintenance is and then start my cut or should I focus on bulking even though that’s what I’ve done my entire life? (56:31)
    #ListenerLive question #2 - How can I increase my protein intake on a vegetarian diet? (1:05:38)
    #ListenerLive question #3 - Any advice on how to transition from being a professional athlete to working a desk job? (1:15:58)
    #ListenerLive question #4 - I’m looking to lose body fat and improve my sleep habits, any advice or tips? (1:29:46)
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    Visit NCI Coaching Con for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** The event is April 3-6 in Orlando, FL. Secure your spot now - the future of fitness coaching is in your hands! Also, don’t miss our LIVE Q&A while we're there! **
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    Mind Pump #2220: How To Stay Consistent With Your Workouts
    Mind Pump #1912: The Science Of Successful Marriages & Relationships With Drs. John And Julie Gottman
    Belt Squat: A Simple Squat Variation That Can Change EVERYTHING
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    Mind Pump #2275: The 8 People Most Likely To Overtrain
    Mind Pump #1237: Why Most Group Exercise Classes Suck
    Mind Pump #1345: 6 Ways To Optimize Sleep For Faster Muscle Gain And Fat Loss
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    • 1 hr 41 min
    2293: The Pros & Cons of the Renegade Row, Cues for Better Lat Activation, Favorite Landmine Exercises & More

    2293: The Pros & Cons of the Renegade Row, Cues for Better Lat Activation, Favorite Landmine Exercises & More

    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday’s Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page. 
    Mind Pump Fit Tip: The three steps to scaling back when trying to reduce total load on the body. (1:57)
    Highlighting how nutrient-deficient we are as a society. (13:10)
    How Doug has naturally increased his testosterone. (17:12)
    The ultimate #dadhack for washing your car. (23:06)
    Healthy obsessions. (27:40)
    Super Sports Bros! (33:39)
    “He who does not desire power is fit to hold it.” (38:25)
    The internet is a toxic place. (39:04)
    The longest fight in history. (40:28)
    Most profit made in a single day by some of the world’s largest companies. (41:53)
    Seeing the writing on the wall with the EV push. (44:02)
    LMNT as a pre-workout. (52:42)
    Shout out to American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders on Netflix. (58:31)
    #Quah question #1 – What is the best exercise for posture? (1:00:02)
    #Quah question #2 - What are the benefits of a renegade row? (1:04:05)
    #Quah question #3 - What cues would you suggest for dumbbell rows? I feel them in my traps. (1:08:03)
    #Quah question #4 - What are your favorite Landmine exercises? (1:10:18)
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    New Ford patent suggests self-driving cars repossess themselves
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    Mind Pump #1490: How To Improve Your Posture
    How To Hip Hinge Properly (Fix THIS!)
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    THE BEST Way To Do A Dumbbell Row (KEY DETAILS) with Sal Di Stefano
    The #1 Setup Cue For The Barbell And Dumbbell Row Exercise
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    Landmine Shoulder Press
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    • 1 hr 14 min
    2292: Six Signs Your Favorite Fitness Influencer Is Full of Crap

    2292: Six Signs Your Favorite Fitness Influencer Is Full of Crap

    The RADICAL change in the space. (1:07)
    Are more options better or worse for the consumer? (2:31)
    Six Red Flags Your Favorite Fitness Influencer is Full of Crap
    #1 - Jumping from thing to thing. (8:57)
    #2 - Zero nuance. (11:09)
    #3 - Their content is mostly about their body. (15:51)
    #4 - They lack experience. (21:24)
    #5 - Their content is mostly entertainment. (27:24) 
    #6 - They promote ultra-intense workouts. (29:12)
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    Mind Pump #1500: Seven Lies Fitness Influencers Love To Tell
    Mind Pump #1985: The 6 Types Of Fitness Influencers You Should Unfollow
    Mind Pump #1995: Seven Reasons Your Favorite Fitness Influencer Is Unhealthy
    Mind Pump #2067: Seven Huge Business Mistakes Fitness Influencers Make
    Mind Pump #2025: How To Be A Successful Fitness Coach With Jason Phillips
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    • 37 min
    2291: What to Do When You Have an Insatiable Appetite, the Best Way to Train With Type 2 Diabetes, Overcoming the Fear of Lifting Heavy Weights & More (Listener Live Coaching)

    2291: What to Do When You Have an Insatiable Appetite, the Best Way to Train With Type 2 Diabetes, Overcoming the Fear of Lifting Heavy Weights & More (Listener Live Coaching)

    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show.
    Mind Pump Fit Tip: Eating heavily processed foods can make you depressed and anxious. (2:31)
    The Weight Watchers ‘safe bet’ debate. (12:26)
    Making the case for no HR. (26:06)
    Are we watching capitalism die? (32:27)
    Do women talk more than men? (39:18)
    Organifi now has a sleep product! (44:20)
    Cannabis vs. no cannabis for a better night’s sleep. (46:32)
    Derma rolling and skincare hacks. (51:44)
    Shout out to Joe Rogan Experience #2111 with Kat Williams. (55:40)
    #ListenerLive question #1 – Do you have a program or any recommendation to target my lower body without having to put maximal effort into squatting and deadlifting? (58:30)
    #ListenerLive question #2 - How can I best maintain my strength when my training volume and intensity aren’t what they used to be? (1:15:16)
    #ListenerLive question #3 - Why can I eat this much while putting on body fat and still never feel satiated? I’m now eating 4400 calories per day, and my body fat has gone up about 7%. (1:29:12)
    #ListenerLive question #4 - What is the best way to eat and train with type 2 diabetes? (1:40:48)
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    • 1 hr 51 min
    2290: Jason Khalipa

    2290: Jason Khalipa

    Anxiety is an alarm bell. (1:42)
    Finding balance amongst polar extremes. (4:02)
    Demystifying the stigma around disordered eating. (6:38)
    Creating autonomy with your kids around healthy eating. (16:54)
    How training hard is the THING in our control for when life gets difficult. (21:39)
    Learning how to talk more effectively to our children. (24:50)
    Taking extreme ownership. (25:59)
    Providing and protecting as a father. (28:27)
    Showing up as a dad for each of his kids. (32:13)
    Communication is the key. (35:27)
    Reflecting on the current state of the fitness industry. (37:48)
    Anorexia as a social contagion. (39:57)
    Encouraging people to work out and train. (43:05)
    The evolution of his ju-jitsu training. (49:09)
    “Will it matter in 5 seconds, 5 minutes, or 5 years?” (54:34)
    Unlocking your potential by doing hard things. (55:29)
    Train Hard with Jason Khalipa. (1:01:15)
    Support Ava’s Kitchen. (1:05:20)
    Having empathy. (1:07:17)
    Balancing social media with your kids. (1:09:28)
    Choosing your hard. (1:20:00)
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    • 1 hr 28 min

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