Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer, Justin Andrews, Doug Egge
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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

  1. 1D AGO

    2774: Midlife Cholesterol Problems EXPLAINED (Do These Lifestyle Fixes)

    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Why Cholesterol Often Goes Up in Midlife (And the Lifestyle Fixes That Work). (2:03) The BIG differences with the updated food pyramid dietary recommendations. (22:09) The problems with Fitness Pharisees. (26:27) Your trainer sucks! (32:43) The crazy/scary technology we don't know about. (36:03) Get your squatter removed today! (39:49) AI wars. (42:03) The amazing health benefits of probiotics. (45:26) The value of a parasite cleanse. (47:16) Get the Build Your Butt Masterclass today, and learn about the problem with competition coaches. (51:45) #ListenerCoaching call #1 – Does the amount of weight I am lifting truly matter if the current level feels good to me? (1:01:39) #ListenerCoaching call #2 – Can testosterone be fixed in women the same way it is in men? (1:10:02) #ListenerCoaching call #3 – How best to raise two boys who are built differently and maximize puberty? (1:22:14) #ListenerCoaching call #4 – Following up on why more volume isn't always better and where to go from here. (1:37:00) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get Coached by Mind Pump, live! Visit https://www.mplivecaller.com Visit Butcher Box for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer!  ** New users receive their choice of NY Strip, Ribeye, or Filet Mignon in every box for a year. ** Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code 20MINDPUMP for 20% off your first month of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic. ** January Promotion: Code NEWYEAR50 at checkout for 50% off the following programs: MAPS Starter, Transform, Anabolic, and Performance! Mind Pump Store 123810: NMR LipoProfile® With Lipids (With Graph) | Labcorp Mind Pump # 2761: 5 Ways to Predict Mortality (NO BLOOD TEST REQUIRED) Clinical application of bergamot (Citrus bergamia) for reducing high cholesterol and cardiovascular disease markers Red Yeast Rice for the Improvement of Lipid Profiles in Mild-to-Moderate Hypercholesterolemia: A Narrative Review Red Yeast Rice benefits, dosage, and side effects - Examine RFK Jr.'s new food pyramid emphasizes protein, healthy fats Mind Pump Media IG – Ranking Best Exercises for Women US used sonic weapon on Venezuelan troops, report shared by Leavitt claims ASAP Squatter Removal Build Your Butt Masterclass Visit Manukora for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Use code MINDPUMP and save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook! ** Mind Pump # 2382: The 5 Biggest Challenges With Cutting & Bulking Mind Pump Concierge Coaching Mind Pump # 2547: Stop Trying to Get Your Kids in Shape! Do This Instead! Mind Pump # 2572: Only 15 Minutes a Day to Build Muscle & Burn Fat Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Gabrielle Lyon (@drgabriellelyon) Instagram Ben Bruno (@benbrunotraining) Instagram Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym) Instagram v

    1h 44m

  2. 2D AGO

    2773: Top Ways to Measure Progress (and the WORST)!

    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: Top Ways to Measure Progress (and the WORST)! (1:53) Mind Pump's Vuori favorites. (27:58) The Babe Ruth diet. (29:12) The guys take on the updated food pyramid and its influence on society. (36:53) The biggest jerks in the sea. (41:24) LEGO latest innovation. (47:32) Kids say the cutest things. (49:13) Getting too big for your shirt! (50:58) Promoting cellular repair, strengthening the skin barrier, and reducing inflammation with exosomes. (53:06) #Quah question #1 – How should a female train who has osteoporosis? (1:02:15) #Quah question #2 – How do women know if they need testosterone? Can they even get TRT? What levels are normal for an athletic female age 21? (1:04:01) #Quah question #3 – I've been able to improve all my big lifts and have steadily made progress with strength, but I still find pushups aggravate my back and have more or less always been a struggle for me. What tips would you give to someone who wants to improve their pushups? (1:06:37) #Quah question #4 – How do I know if I should continue to train when I have an injury? I have had 2 knee revisions on the same knee and think it's going out again. (1:08:32) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code to receive 20% off your first order. ** Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP20 for 20% off your first order of their best products. ** January Promotion: Code NEWYEAR50 at checkout for 50% off the following programs: MAPS Starter, Transform, Anabolic, and Performance! Mind Pump Store Mind Pump #2320: Throw Away the Scale! Mind Pump #2506: Measuring Your Progress With the Mirror or Scale Is a FAILING Strategy (Listener Live Coaching) The Shocking Babe Ruth Diet: What He Actually Ate Daily RFK Jr.'s new dietary guidelines go all in on meat and dairy Lego announces Smart Brick, the 'most significant evolution' in 50 years | The Verge Get a free Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase! As always, LMNT offers no-questions-asked refunds on all orders. The 8-count LMNT Sample Pack doubles down on our most popular flavors: Citrus Salt, Raspberry Salt, Watermelon Salt, and Orange Salt (2 stick packs of each flavor): Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump How To Get Good At Push Ups (REGRESSIONS) - YouTube Mind Pump # 2385: Five Reasons Why You Should Hire a Trainer Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

    1h 13m

  3. 3D AGO

    2772: Go from 30% to 10% Body Fat (Follow These 4 Steps!)

    Go from 30% to 10% Body Fat (Follow These 4 Steps!) Follow these 4 steps CONSISTENTLY for the next 30-60 days and you WILL see long-term results! (1:53) Ideal body fat percentage for men & women. (8:23) Step 1. Strength training 3 days a week/full-body workouts. (12:10) Step 2. Walk 8-10k steps a day. (17:01) Step 3. Avoid all processed food. (20:18) Step 4. Hit your target weight in grams of protein. (24:36) Related Links/Products Mentioned Special Promotion: MAPS Transform 50% off! ** Code NEWYEAR50 at checkout. ** Visit Pre-Alcohol by ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Superbowl Code '"MINDPUMP26"" for 15% for first-time purchasers on either one-time purchases, (3, 6, 12-packs) or subscriptions (6, 12-pack). ** Mind Pump Store Mind Pump # 1835: Why Resistance Training Is the Best Form of Exercise for Fat Loss and Overall Health Mind Pump # 2402: The 5 Reasons Why Walking is King for Fat Loss (Burn More Fat than Running & How to Do it Correctly) Mind Pump # 2437: What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Ultra-Processed Foods for 30 Days Mind Pump # 2763: Eat as Much as You Want, but Don't Get Fat (JUST follow these 2 rules) Mind Pump # 2450: The Smartest Way to Use Protein to Burn Fat & Build Muscle Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

    28 min

  4. 4D AGO

    2771: Protein Myths Are Wrecking Your Progress

    Mind Pump Fit Tip: The Magic Macronutrient: The Power of Protein. (2:37) The crazy story of how FedEx almost went bankrupt! (24:33) Going down the 'Squatter Hunter' rabbit hole. (27:32) Approved drugs that get taken off the market. (33:06) Holding your breath to get your way. (39:23) Biggest tantrums. (41:12) Why children save their hardest emotion for their mother. (43:08) The hidden benefits of Shilajit. (49:44) #ListenerCoaching call #1 – Are you genetically limited to gaining more mass? (58:12) #ListenerCoaching call #2 – Advice on progressing my lifting, setting new goals, and modifying the MAPS programs for five days per week. (1:08:19) #ListenerCoaching call #3 – Can you recommend how I can now go on a cut while ensuring I don't hurt my neck while doing exercises? (1:27:12) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get Coached by Mind Pump, live! Visit https://www.mplivecaller.com  Visit Crisp Power for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP10 for 20% off. Give your snack game a serious upgrade. Crisp Power Protein Pretzels deliver super crunchy and delicious snacks that are up to 28g of protein, low carb, zero sugar, and high in fiber! ** Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** January Promotion: Code NEWYEAR50 at checkout for 50% off the following programs: MAPS Starter, Transform, Anabolic, and Performance! Mind Pump Store Mind Pump #2450: The Smartest Way to Use Protein to Burn Fat & Build Muscle Mind Pump #2763: Eat as Much as You Want, but Don't Get Fat (JUST follow these 2 rules) Mind Pump #2731: The Ultimate Muscle Building Diet (Without Getting Fat) New weight loss drugs could boost cell energy safely Why children save their hardest emotion for their mother Shilajit, a Natural Phytocomplex Acts as a Neuroprotective Agent Against Amyloid Beta-induced Cytotoxicity and Inflammation Shilajit for Testosterone: Scientific Evidence  Shilajit extract reduces oxidative stress, inflammation, and bone loss to dose-dependently preserve bone mineral density in postmenopausal women with osteopenia: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial Does Shilajit Increase Muscle Growth? Exploring the Benefits of This Ancient Ayurvedic Treasure Visit Joymode for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Enter MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order. ** Mind Pump #2560: How to Break Free from Destructive Body Image Issues Mind Pump #1510: Four Things Women in Their 40's Need to Know About Fitness Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mike Matthews (@muscleforlifefitness) Instagram Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram

    1h 40m

  5. 6D AGO

    2770: 4 Reasons Your Butt Isn't Growing !

    Build Your Butt Masterclass Four reasons people aren't building their butts (DON'T make these mistakes): (1:34) 1. The wrong exercises. (2:33) 2. Not lifting heavy. (8:24) 3. Not eating in a bulk. (16:26) 4. Can't connect to glutes. (21:17) Related Links/Products Mentioned Build Your Butt Masterclass Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP Buy one, get one 50% off for new customers, and 20% cash back for returning customers! ** January Promotion: Code NEWYEAR50 at checkout for 50% off the following programs: MAPS Starter, Transform, Anabolic, and Performance! Mind Pump Store Mind Pump #1667: The Best Exercises You Can Do to Develop the Perfect Butt Mind Pump #2265: Why Powerlifting is Better Than Bodybuilding Mind Pump #2155: The Art & Science of Building Perfect Butts With Bret Contreras Mind Pump #1565: Why Women Should Bulk Mind Pump #2517: Hip Thrusts vs Squats… Which Builds a Rounder Butt? Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Bret Contreras PhD (@bretcontreras1) Instagram Corinne Schmiedhauser (@mindpumpcorinne) Instagram

    28 min

  6. JAN 10

    2769: The Hidden Benefits of Fitness Nobody Talks About

    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Awesome Side Effects of Fitness. (2:20) New kind of soda that combines the classic soda taste with the benefits of a functional ingredient blend to support digestive health. (24:41) Kids love metal. (28:20) Reflecting on traits your kids have that you share (good and bad). (29:43) The mischievous and nefarious acts of AI. (46:10) Improving your liver health with Dose. (52:26) The future of crypto. (56:45) A real-life American hero. (58:08) #ListenerCoaching call #1 – Needing advice regarding a strength imbalance and localized fat storage patterns. (1:03:40) #ListenerCoaching call #2 – How do you hit your protein daily goals without raising your cholesterol? (1:06:52) #ListenerCoaching call #3 – How to program prepping for a half-marathon and deadlifting competition? (1:13:55) #ListenerCoaching call #4 – Any tips or advice to help improve my deadlift? (1:23:27) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get Coached by Mind Pump, live! Visit https://www.mplivecaller.com Visit OliPop for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Get a FREE can of OLIPOP: Buy any 2 cans of OliPop in store, and we'll pay you back for one! Works on any flavor, any retailer. ** Visit Dose for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Use code MINDPUMP to get 35% off your first subscription. ** January Promotion: Code NEWYEAR50 at checkout for 50% off the following programs: MAPS Starter, Transform, Anabolic, and Performance! Mind Pump Store The effect of physical activity on long-term income - PubMed Is exercise more effective than medication for depression and anxiety? Exercise, Erectile Dysfunction and Co-Morbidities: "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" How Exercise Can Help Reduce Anger Stanford study finds walking improves creativity Physical activity and exercise for chronic pain in adults AI-Driven Bad Bots Now Make Up 51% of Traffic, Overtaking Human Visitors for the First Time AI system resorts to blackmail if told it will be removed - BBC Clinical Studies - Dose Squatter Hunters - Getting Your Home Back L.A. Man Goes Viral as the 'Squatter Hunter,' Sharing His Tricks for Booting Illegal Tenants Visit Jolie for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **For the first time ever, Jolie is offering an exclusive 20% off discount. This is the perfect opportunity to give yourself or someone special a gift that will get used every day and truly transform everyday routines. ** Mind Pump #2766: Become a Bodybuilder AND Run a Marathon! Here is How. Mind Pump #2027: How to Improve Your Squat, Bench, and Deadlift Strength Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Nick Bare (@nickbarefitness) Instagram

    1h 46m

  7. JAN 9

    2768: The Surprising Benefits of Gaining Body Fat

    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 Surprising Benefits of Gaining Body Fat. (2:27) How Adam is supplementing EAA's to get the benefits of a high-protein diet. (18:17) Trainer wisdom. (24:13) Rocky Marciano's RELENTLESS training routine. (35:53) Silly things we did without tech. (41:32) Is creativity lost with the youth? (45:27) A scary lie women are fed. (49:14) High-protein snacks that taste GREAT! (56:43) #Quah question #1 – Do you guys have any thoughts on "butt-wink" when squatting? I've heard there's not a real concern. (59:40) #Quah question #2 – Should rest periods strictly be measured by time, or can heart rate be a gauge as well? (1:05:00) #Quah question #3 – Will taking creatine with or close to the consumption of caffeine make it ineffective? (1:07:15) #Quah question #4 – The front of my hips are perpetually sore lately. I foam roll and stretch (not as much as I should). Any other tips to help? (1:10:20) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get 20% off Kion at getkion.com/mindpump Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout 15% off your first order! ** January Promotion: Code NEWYEAR50 at checkout for 50% off the following programs: MAPS Starter, Transform, Anabolic, and Performance! Mind Pump Store Mind Pump #2664: Why Gaining Body Fat May be the Key to Getting the Results You Want & More (Listener Live Coaching) Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump #2432: The Truth About Essential Amino Acids with Angelo Keely The STORY They're Telling You Is A Lie | Dr Jordan Peterson & Mind Pump 2217 Rocky Marciano's Training Routine (24-Hour Breakdown) Rise of the SHEconomy | Morgan Stanley Gen Z's Radical Role Reversal: Women Want Careers, Men Want Children Visit Fatty15 for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit with code MINDPUMP ** Mind Pump #2497: The Amazing & Weird Side Effects of Creatine MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Jordan Peterson (@jordan.b.peterson) Instagram

    1h 14m

  8. JAN 8

    2767: How to Stay on Track without Cooking or Meal Prepping (DoorDash Diet)

    How to Stay on Track without Cooking or Meal Prepping (DoorDash Diet) It's possible to get in shape if you know what you are doing. (1:52) Meal prepping is best, but CONVENIENCE is a real value. (3:10) General Rules on How to Stay on Track without Cooking or Meal Prepping. (6:35) #1 – Prioritize protein. (7:00) #2 – Overestimate the calories. (10:18) #3 – Avoid fried foods, sugar, and carb-centric meals. (12:09) #4 – Put sauces on the side. (16:29) #5 – Think about order AHEAD of time. (18:06) #6 – GOOD options. (19:48) #7 – Mind Pump DoorDash Diet Guide! (21:49) Related Links/Products Mentioned Unlock sharper focus and support long-term brain health with Ketone-IQ—clean brain fuel for deep work, mental clarity, and sustained energy with no crash. Get 30% off your subscription, plus a free gift with your second shipment at https://ketone.com/MINDPUMP January Promotion: Code NEWYEAR50 at checkout for 50% off the following programs: MAPS Starter, Transform, Anabolic, and Performance! Mind Pump Store Mind Pump # 2450: The Smartest Way to Use Protein to Burn Fat & Build Muscle FREE MP DoorDash Guide Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

    23 min
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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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  • Creator
    Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer, Justin Andrews, Doug Egge
  • Years Active
    2014 - 2026
  • Episodes
    1K
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2017+
  • Show Website
    Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

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