2320: Throw Away the Scale!

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email [email protected] if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Work on sleep. It will make everything else better. (2:17) Signs we are having sex tonight. (15:16) Sal’s a terrible patient. (18:38) Getting your first pimple. (20:42) Bad food diets and the worst fast food. (23:19) At what point will the GLP-1s be used to save money? (29:33) When are they going to stop comparing us to apes? (33:27) The value of sports. (35:23) A test of patience. (41:35) The biggest advocate for Ned. (44:01) The appeal of Dubai. (45:25) NBA players are a different breed. (49:04) Shout out to Mind Pump Live! (54:17) #ListenerLive question #1 - How should I go about reversing out of the prep phase after the show? (59:37) #ListenerLive question #2 - What should I do to build my glutes? (1:14:46) #ListenerLive question #3 - How much does MAPS Oldtime Strength correlate with the strongman sport? (1:28:57) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Get $200 off plus free shipping on the Pod Cover by Eight Sleep. Stay cool this summer with Eight Sleep, now shipping within the USA, Canada, the UK, select countries in the EU, and Australia! ** Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 15% off ** April Promotion: MAPS Anywhere | MAPS HIIT 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Sleep Deprivation: Effects on Weight Loss and Weight Loss Maintenance – PMC Sleep loss limits fat loss, study finds – University of Chicago News Sleeping less than 6 hours may raise risk of cancer, even death Walmart says users of weight loss drugs are buying less food - NBC Costco adds Ozempic prescriptions for members through virtual weight loss program Sex at Dawn: How We Mate, Why We Stray, and What It Means for Modern Relationships Deadly violence a natural tendency in chimps, study finds The joy of sports: How watching sports can boost well-being Dubai Before and After – All Roads lead to Dubai Neom - The Line - The Rise and Fall of Saudi Arabia's Linear City. adidas' The Box Shoes Releases April 2024 Take a Look at Victor Wembanyama's AI Designed Nike Sneaker Come see and hang out with Mind Pump, LIVE! Saturday, June 15 · 1pm PDT Bellagio Las Vegas. Click the link here for more details.  For a limited time only, Mind Pump listeners get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump Mind Pump #1370: The 4 Reasons Your Butt Is Not Building Mind Pump #1667: The Best Exercises You Can Do To Develop The Perfect Butt Build Your Butt Bundle | MAPS Fitness Products Mind Pump Fitness Coaching Course Mind Pump #2145: Forgotten Muscle & Strength Building Secrets Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere) Instagram Christopher Maznaritz (Sca.astartesndinavian) Instagram  

The power of the scale. (1:25) Why it’s irrelevant. (6:02) Four reasons why you should THROW AWAY your scale! #1 - It doesn’t measure body composition. (11:49) #2 - It takes our focus off other metrics. (14:31) #3 - It can mess with our heads. (21:46) #4 - Weight can fluctuate from day to day. (26:48) Related Links/Products Mentioned Exclusively for Mind Pump Listeners, NASM is offering their CPT (Certified Personal Trainer) Premium for the Price of Self-Study ($899) usually $1,249. Get All Inclusive for the Price of Premium ($1179) $1899 $151/mo. April Promotion: MAPS Anywhere | MAPS HIIT 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Why The Scale Is Not Always The Best Way To Measure Progress – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1917: Ten Common Traits Of Fit & Healthy People Mind Pump #2105: How To Become A Muscle Mommy Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources  

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email [email protected] if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you have a body part that seems to be lagging, don’t go heavier, go LIGHTER. (1:35) Connecting and disconnecting. (11:07) Understanding what is developmentally appropriate. (17:49) Owning up as a parent. (25:04) The favorite host results are in! (29:49) The best immune-boosting supplements for kids. (30:23) Eggs are NOT bad for you. (33:13) GLP-1 agonists’ impact on society and Adam. (35:56) Shout out to Mind Pump’s FREE 3-Day Trainer Seminar. (50:39) #ListenerLive question #1 - How can I increase my muscle mass and gain strength in that short time frame? (51:51) #ListenerLive question #2 - Should I or should I not do the trigger sessions if I’m doing MAPS Anabolic Advanced? (1:00:45) #ListenerLive question #3 - How do I choose which parts of a demanding program like Performance I include with my client? (1:04:04) #ListenerLive question #4 - My curiosity is training clients with implants and post-explant surgery. Are there certain exercises and sets and reps you would encourage, and any to avoid?  Also, I am having breast explant surgery. Any suggestions on the best approach to ease back into training chest post-surgery? (1:16:01) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Mind Pump’s Spring Apparel and Equipment Sale going on 4/19-4/22 - Visit here for more details. Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout** Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order of their best products ** April Promotion: MAPS Anywhere | MAPS HIIT 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** What To Do About Lagging Body Parts - Mind Pump Media Eggs may be secret to high IQ in babies • Earth.com Eggs may not be bad for your heart after all | ScienceDaily 3 Day Mind Pump Personal Trainer Webinar Visit biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP10 at checkout for 10% off your order** Mind Pump #1565: Why Women Should Bulk Mind Pump Fitness Coaching Course Mind Pump #2280: Why Everyone Should Train Like An Athlete TRANSCEND your goals! Telehealth Provider • Physician Directed GET YOUR PERSONALIZED TREATMENT PLAN! Hormone Replacement Therapy, Cognitive Function, Sleep & Fatigue, Athletic Performance and MORE. Their online process and medical experts make it simple to find out what’s right for you. Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources

Mind Pump Fit Tip: MANAGE your algorithms. (1:41) Shout out to Dr. John Delony. (14:29) Sal’s vasectomy experience. (16:49) Why Sal is dropping the ‘wife beater’ when working out. (24:00) Adam’s latest Tirzepetide challenge. (26:12) The homelessness epidemic in California. (39:51) The state of the economy. (43:54) Conspiracy theory corner with Mind Pump. (49:42) #Quah question #1 - As a 48-year-old male I’m having a tough time with increasing the overhead press. What would you recommend as a “Z” press progression? (58:43) #Quah question #2 - Is 30G of protein powder the same as 30G of animal-sourced protein? What are the differences in terms of how much we absorb? (1:02:50) #Quah question #3 - How does the body actually lose or burn fat? Do you sweat it out, breathe it out or is it something else? (1:07:29) #Quah question #4 - I made tremendous strength gains through Anabolic. I put 50 lbs. on my squat and 130 lbs. on my deadlift. I’ve done this w/o straps or a belt. At what point should someone start using wrist straps or weight belts? (1:11:52) Related Links/Products Mentioned Listen to the Dr. John Delony Show wherever you get your podcasts or click the link here Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer!  ** New users will get $20 off your first order ** April Promotion: MAPS Anywhere | MAPS HIIT 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Mind Pump # 1140: Nir Eyal The Girls Are Not Alright: Responses to Three Claims that the Youth Mental Health Crisis Is Exaggerated The Dumbphone Boom Is Real | The New Yorker TRANSCEND your goals! Telehealth Provider • Physician Directed GET YOUR PERSONALIZED TREATMENT PLAN! Hormone Replacement Therapy, Cognitive Function, Sleep & Fatigue, Athletic Performance and MORE. Their online process and medical experts make it simple to find out what’s right for you. Nearly one-third of nation's homeless population lives in California, new research shows Audit finds California spent $24B on homelessness in 5 years, didn't consistently track outcomes Inflation runs hot for third straight month, driven by gas prices and rent Dollar stores are shutting down across America. They did this to themselves San Francisco Bill Would Let People Sue Grocery Stores for Closing Too Quickly @Travis_in_Flint post on X Mock human sacrifice at Cern Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 15% off ** One Arm Arnold Press- Improve Shoulder Mobility & Development Build An Iron Grip with the Bottoms-Up Kettlebell Press Mind Pump # 1950: Shoulder Building Masterclass Exhaled Pounds: How Fat Leaves the Body Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Nir Eyal (@neyal99)  Instagram Dr. John Delony (@johndelony) Instagram Layne Norton, Ph.D. (@biolayne) Instagram

Why they started the Fitness Business Mentorship. (1:26) How did they meet? (3:22) Getting close through the shared suffering of training Gary Vaynerchuk. (5:39) The inspiration behind how their podcast was born. (22:03) The needs they wanted to fill in the fitness space. (26:02) Do you want to be a coach or a CEO? (33:14) Online vs. in-person coach. (34:38) The characteristics of coaches who have built a good/sustainable career. (39:07) How social media can feed your insecurities and narcissism. (46:35) Are we getting better or worse as a society due to access to information? (48:39) Be great at one. (52:45) Realistic expectations for new coaches or trainers starting their business. (54:50) Explaining the process of the Fitness Business Mentorship. (1:00:30) How GLP-1 agonist peptides, like Semaglutide and Tirzepetide, will impact the fitness & health space. (1:07:39) The value of having a mentor who has been there and done it. (1:30:05) Creating impact. (1:31:44) What would they do differently if starting over? (1:34:35) The keys to building a tight community? (1:42:50) The advantage of time. (1:48:14) 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** April Promotion: MAPS Anywhere | MAPS HIIT 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Fitness Business Mentorship Podcast: How To Become A Personal Trainer - With Jordan Syatt and Mike Vacanti Eat It!: The Most Sustainable Diet and Workout Ever Made: Burn Fat, Get Strong, and Enjoy Your Favorite Foods Guilt Free – Book by Jordan Syatt and Mike Vacanti Mind Pump #2172: Five Commandments For Successful Personal Trainers Mind Pump #2275: The 8 People Most Likely To Overtrain Alan Aragon's Research Review Mind Pump Fitness Coaching Course Ask Mind Pump Irresistible: The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of Keeping Us Hooked – Book by Adam Alter Periodization Training for Sports – Book by Tudor O. Bompa Mind Pump #1622: Nine Signs Your Trainer Sucks TRANSCEND your goals! Telehealth Provider • Physician Directed GET YOUR PERSONALIZED TREATMENT PLAN! Hormone Replacement Therapy, Cognitive Function, Sleep & Fatigue, Athletic Performance and MORE. Their online process and medical experts make it simple to find out what’s right for you. Will Weight-Loss Drugs Kill the Snack Food Industry? MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Mind Pump #2155: The Art & Science Of Building Perfect Butts With Bret Contreras Mind Pump #2047: How To Become One Of The Highest Paid Trainers In The Fitness Industry With Don Saladino Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest(s)/People Mentioned Jordan Syatt (@syattfitness) Instagram Mike Vacanti (@mikevacanti) Instagram Gary Vay-Ner-Chuk (@garyvee) Instagram Jordan B. Peterson (@JordanBPeterson) X Kinobody (@gregogallagher) Instagram Dr. William Seeds (@williamseedsmd) Instagram Christina Hathaway (@mindsetofmattercoaching) Instagram Bret Contreras PhD (@bretcontreras1) Instagram DON SALADINO (@donsaladino) Instagram

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email [email protected] if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The value of the workout is NOT about the calorie burn. It’s about the adaptation. (2:22) Mind Pump Live is BACK! (11:05) Doug is a funny bear. (13:16) Having self-awareness and focusing on what you’re good at. (18:45) Caldera works for ALL skin types. (23:40) Acquired savant syndrome. (26:55) How people get misled by articles about economics. (33:31) The misconception that money equals happiness. (35:38) Conspiracies, another way to divide us? (42:00) When the party vibes get weird. (49:25) Joy Mode is the BEST pre-workout for pumps. (54:42) Shout out to the Mind Pump Newsletter! (57:31) #ListenerLive question #1 - At what point do personal athletic pursuits become complicated and demanding enough that it becomes worth it to hire a trainer? (59:03) #ListenerLive question #2 - I'm keen on leaning out even more, aiming to lose another 15-25 lbs., but I'm stuck on how to do it without risking setbacks or losing my progress. Any tips or guidance? (1:14:53) #ListenerLive question #3 - How can I approach people on the gym floor and start talking to them to try and sell them personal training packages? Are there any strategies or tips you guys have used that you found successful? (1:24:16) #ListenerLive question #4 - What is the best workout program during the rest of pregnancy? (1:35:54) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order of their best products ** Visit Joy Mode for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order** April Promotion: MAPS Anywhere | MAPS HIIT 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #1517: The No Cardio Way To Train Your Body To Burn Fat Come see and hang out with Mind Pump, LIVE! Saturday, June 15 · 1pm PDT Bellagio Las Vegas. Click the link here for more details.  Is house dust mostly dead skin? | Live Science The Mystery of Sudden Genius | Psychology Today Post by Sal Di Stefano on X - Middle class Americans own less wealth than the top 1% Dan Bilzerian Says Monogamy is Better Than Sleeping with Thousands of Women Secret Tunnels Were Built Under The Playboy Mansion In The 1970s American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders – Netflix Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout** Mind Pump Newsletter Create a Living Trust for free – in minutes! Dynasty Trusts | GetDynasty Mind Pump #1927: Performance Training Secrets From A Top NBA Trainer With Cory Schlesinger Mind Pump #2275: The 8 People Most Likely To Overtrain 3 Day Mind Pump Personal Trainer Webinar Mind Pump Fitness Coaching Course Exclusively for Mind Pump Listeners, NASM is offering their CPT (Certified Personal Trainer) Premium for the Price of Self-Study ($899) usually $1,249. Get All Inclusive for the Price of Premium ($1179) $1899 $151/mo. Mind Pump #1375: How To Train Before, During & After Pregnancy MAPS Starter   Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Jason Phillips (@nci_ceo_jason) Instagram Dan Bilzerian (@danbilzerian) Instagram Cory Schlesinger (@schlesstrength) Instagram

Even ‘good’ workouts can be bad if used by the wrong person. (1:22) Defining a ‘good’ workout. (3:00) Five Signs You’re Doing the Wrong Workout. #1 - You aren’t getting stronger or progressing in PERFORMANCE. (7:45) #2 - You feel worse after the workout and/or generally. (11:35) #3 - Joint pain. (17:01) #4 - Overemphasis on intensity. (23:38) #5 - Poor sleep. (28:21) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Entera Skincare for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MPM at checkout for 10% off their order or 10% off their first month of a subscribe-and-save. ** April Promotion: MAPS Anywhere | MAPS HIIT 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #1297: 3 Ways To Know If Your Workout Is Not Right For You Mind Pump #1095: How To Break Through A Plateau Mind Pump #2255: The Smart Way To Improve Speed, Power, & Performance With Brian Kula Mind Pump #2312: Five Steps To Bounce Back From Overtraining Peptide Therapy – Guide to Unlocking Your Body’s Potential Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Brian Kula (@kulasportsperformance) Instagram Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym) Instagram

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email [email protected] if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: If you want to move in a direction where your life changes, having a mentor or a guide is your best bet. (1:45) Kids say the darndest things. (13:04) Sal’s devastating night of sleep. (14:22) BPC-157's healing ability. (21:38) GLP1’s use for impulsive behavior and another Adam Tirzepetide update. (24:12) Beware of studies. (37:12) Preventable measures to ward off a cold. (40:49) For every one idiot, there is a sea of good stories. (45:08) Celebrity gossip and conspiracies. (49:45) #ListenerLive question #1 - Any advice on natural testosterone enhancers and when to seek out medical intervention? (1:03:17) #ListenerLive question #2 - What is the best approach to becoming a true hybrid athlete? (1:15:39) #ListenerLive question #3 - Would having an outside source (in this case, the EMS suit) make muscles contract illicit hypertrophy? (1:24:06) #ListenerLive question #4 - When trying to lose fat, is it better to reduce weight training and do more cardio? (1:32:30) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: [email protected] For a limited time only, Mind Pump listeners get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout** April Promotion: MAPS Anywhere | MAPS HIIT 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** TRANSCEND your goals! Telehealth Provider • Physician Directed GET YOUR PERSONALIZED TREATMENT PLAN! Hormone Replacement Therapy, Cognitive Function, Sleep & Fatigue, Athletic Performance and MORE. Their online process and medical experts make it simple to find out what’s right for you. 3 Day Mind Pump Personal Trainer Webinar Mind Pump Fitness Coaching Course Mind Pump #2125: Heal Like Wolverine: BPC 157 With Dr. William Seeds Mind Pump #2187: Why Building Muscle Is More Important Than Losing Fat With Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Doctor explains new study on salt substitutes, plus swaps to decrease sodium New Study: Mediterranean Diet, Daily Glass of Wine May Lower Depression Risk Beyoncé Accused of 'Extreme Witchcraft' by Former Drummer Kimberly Thompson The Fanatic (2019 movie) Mock human sacrifice at Cern Dark Parody and Villainous Clowns | Matt Walsh | The Daily Wire Guantonio's Mind Pump #2312: Five Steps To Bounce Back From Overtraining MAPS Fitness Anabolic MAPS Fitness Performance   Mind Pump #1237: Why Most Group Exercise Classes Suck Mind Pump #1987: How To Burn Fat & Build Muscle At The Same Time Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. William Seeds (@williamseedsmd) Instagram Christina Hathaway (@mindsetofmattercoaching) Instagram Dr. Gabrielle Lyon (@drgabriellelyon) Instagram Michael Churnow (@michaelchernow) Instagram

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: If you're going to talk good to anybody, talk good to yourself. (1:40) Reacting to the latest TikTok trend, Trad Wives. (16:00) Trauma lust. (25:04) The evolutionary theory behind strongmen dating tiny women. (33:17) Growth spurts. (35:22) The growth mindset is attached to being a successful personal trainer. (38:54) When people go viral due to hate. (40:52) Shout out to Mind Pump’s FREE Peptide Guide. (51:33) #Quah question #1 - How much volume is considered “too much?” How many sets per muscle group should we aim for? 6? 8? 12? (52:41) #Quah question #2 - Do you build cheat days into your nutrition plan? Especially around Birthdays and holidays? (58:51) #Quah question #3 - Can you discuss the differences between processed “unhealthy” foods vs non-processed “unhealthy” foods? I notice there is a massive difference in how I feel having a homemade dessert vs prepackaged and processed. (1:02:55) #Quah question #4 - Is it better to move more and eat more or to move less and eat less? (1:06:24) Related Links/Products Mentioned Exclusively for Mind Pump Listeners, NCI has put together the ultimate starter kit full of resources that will help you do everything from creating an irresistible offer to properly intake and onboarding a new client.   Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer!  ** New users will get $20 off your first order ** Tiktok's 'Trad Wife' Influencers Think The Kitchen Is Pretty Neat 3 Day Mind Pump Personal Trainer Webinar Hippie rapper Shanin Blake Mind Pump #2217: Dr. Jordan B. Peterson Peptide Therapy - Guide to Unlocking Your Body's Potential 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** Why Your Tempo Matters When You Workout! – Mind Pump TV Should I Do a Cheat Day While I'm Training? - Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump #1037: How Ultra-Processed Foods Are Making You Fat, Sick, & Weak Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned shanin blake (@shaninblake) Instagram   Jordan B. Peterson (@JordanBPeterson) X  

Understanding the difference between what’s optimal, what’s tolerable, and what’s beyond that. (1:51) How healing/recovery is different than adapting. (4:15) The importance of consistency over intensity. (7:12) Signs of overtraining. (9:32) Five Steps to Bounce Back from Overtraining #1 - Take a week off. (16:10) #2 - Get good sleep. (19:54) #3 - Bump calories (protein). (22:55) #4 - Come back with half volume. (24:20) #5 - SLOWLY increase volume (setsXrepsXweight). (26:43) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Get $200 off plus free shipping on the Pod Cover by Eight Sleep. Stay cool this summer with Eight Sleep, now shipping within the USA, Canada, the UK, select countries in the EU, and Australia! ** April Promotion: MAPS Anywhere | MAPS HIIT 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** The Breakdown Recovery Trap, Why You Aren’t Progressing Mind Pump #1142: Nine Signs You Are Overtraining Why Training to Failure and Deloading is the Best Way to Gain Muscle Cabral Concept 2526: Use the 3-2-1 Formula for Best Sleep Results (TT) Muscular Potential Calculator | MAPS Fitness Products Resistance Training Volume Enhances Muscle Hypertrophy but Not Strength in Trained Men Muscle fiber hypertrophy in response to 6 weeks of high-volume resistance training in trained young men is largely attributed to sarcoplasmic hypertrophy Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources