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2567: Women Who Lift: Breaking Myths and Building Muscle
Women Who Lift: Breaking Myths and Building Muscle The new norm. (1:07) Why has this trend shifted? (4:36) Selling strength training for women, the real benefits, and what makes it unique. (7:08) #1 – Promotes better hormone profiles. (7:51) #2 - Have better skin. (17:55) #3 - Can eat more and stay leaner. (21:31) #4 - Have better curves. (24:14) #5 - Feel empowered. (27:23) #6 - Sleep better. (30:55) #7 - Are in less pain. (33:07) #8- Look better (body composition vs weight). (37:51) Questions: How many days a week should a woman lift weights? (39:40) I have a lot of weight to lose. Should I lift weights or lose weight first? (41:57) I don’t want to get bulky. I want to look lean. Should I skip lifting? (43:10) I heard that high reps are better for a feminine look. Is this true? (46:10) Related Links/Products Mentioned 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. ** Special Promotion: MAPS Muscle Mommy 50% off! ** Code WOMEN50 at checkout ** Mind Pump # 1647: Ten Female Fitness Lies Mind Pump # 2345: The Muscle Mommy Revolution Mind Pump # 2502: Hormone Therapy for Aesthetics With Dr. Lauren Fitzgerald Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources
3 avr. 2025 - 49 min 50 s
2566: The Best Way to Measure Progress in the Gym & More (Listener Live Coaching)
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 ways PERFORMANCE is the best way to measure progress. (2:09) The problem with poor methylation. (19:20) What does colostrum do for humans? (24:13) Terpenes' health benefits. (28:09) Why buy the cow when you can get the milk? (33:27) Human nature at its finest. (45:39) The moment your kid feels smarter than you. (50:45) It’s the only non-stick pan you will use again! (54:27) #ListenerLive question #1 – Can I expect more from my physique or should I lower my expectations given my circumstances and age? (56:29) #ListenerLive question #2 – How can one build an unbreakable lower back? (1:06:45) #ListenerLive question #3 – Any recommendations to relieve chronic hip pain? (1:14:54) #ListenerLive question #4 – Do you have any tips to protect the progress I'm making? (1:30:49) 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 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. ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2564: The Top 10 All-Cause Mortality Risk Factors & More (Listener Live Coaching) Mind Pump #2560: How to Break Free from Destructive Body Image Issues Betaine benefits, dosage, and side effects - Examine Effects of short-term betaine supplementation on muscle endurance and indices of endocrine function following acute high-intensity resistance exercise in young athletes Colostrum benefits, dosage, and side effects - Examine ‘Liquid Gold’: Bovine Colostrum Is TikTok’s Latest Supplement Trend. Does It Work? Ultimate List of Terpenes and Terpene Benefits 'After All Those Kids': Soccer Superstar Cristiano Ronaldo Drops Bombshell About Why He's Still Not Sold on Marrying Girlfriend After Nine Years 17 Examples of Oviparous Animals (With Pictures) 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** Mind Pump #2280: Why Everyone Should Train Like an Athlete Mind Pump #2272: The Dangers of Heavy Metals & How to Flush From Your Body With Dr. Stephen Cabral MP Holistic Health Mind Pump #2337: Is Hidden Household Mold Making You Sick? Visit Transcend for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Stephen Cabral ( @stephencabral ) Instagram
2 avr. 2025 - 01 h 45 min
2565: Add 1/2 Inch to Your Arms in 30 Days
Add 1/2 inch to your arms in 30 days Why do young lifters struggle to do this? (1:01) 6 Ways to Add 1/2 inch to your arms in 30 days #1 - Trade volume and frequency for arm training from other areas. (2:16) #2 - Do compound bicep and tricep exercises. (9:29) #3 - Do stretch exercises. (13:40) #4 - Trigger sessions on off days. (16:53) #5 - EAT and SLEEP a lot. (19:42) #6 - Add BFR once a week. (21:18) Questions: What is considered a “big” arm? (22:52) What is the best rep range for arm training? (24:14) Do cheat reps have any value? (25:30) Is the pump important? (26:56) Related Links/Products Mentioned 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 March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** Prevent muscle loss with minimal training? Mind Pump #1417: How to Get Stubborn Arms to Grow Mind Pump #2100: Big Arms Masterclass Occlusion Training Tutorial- How to Increase Muscle Size Using Blood Flow Restriction – Mind Pump TV Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources
31 mars 2025 - 28 min 59 s
2564: The Top 10 All-Cause Mortality Risk Factors & More (Listener Live Coaching)
Mind Pump Fit Tip: Top 10 all-cause mortality risk factors. (1:49) Trigger sessions to boost cognitive function. (22:32) Pyramids or ancient power grids? (25:47) Shilajit can preserve bone density. (35:29) The controversy surrounding food stamps. (39:17) Frightening fentanyl statistics. (45:07) PSA: Cautioning the audience when using a massage gun around your neck. (48:56) Justin’s Road to a 315 Push Press. (53:13) #ListenerLive question #1 – How to set a good standard for strength? Best PRs for testing strength? (1:03:10) #ListenerLive question #2 – Would it be wiser to focus solely on unilateral training so that my whole body is balanced before I jump into bilateral heavy training again? (1:14:39) #ListenerLive question #3 – What exercise techniques, meant for tall people, might also apply to me as a short person? (1:26:47) #ListenerLive question #4 – Any suggestions on increasing my squat weight without causing low-back pain? (1:39:56) 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 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’re offering you 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. ** March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** Associations of exercise snacks with cognitive function among older adults in NHANES 2011–2014 Pyramids Or Ancient Power Grids? Radar Scans Reveal Massive Underground Structures In Egypt's Giza 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 American Heart Association Retracts Opposition To Barring Soda, Candy From Food Stamps Fentanyl Statistics 2025: Latest Overdose & Addiction Data Justin’s Road to 315 Push Press Experience the science of longevity and peak physical performance with the Joint & Muscle Bundle from Promethean Bioregulators. ** CODE: JUSTINMPM for 10% off any first order (not only the Muscle and Joint bundle). ** Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** Mind Pump #2555: The Muscle-Building Secrets of Unilateral Training Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Justin Brink DC ( @dr.justinbrink ) Instagram Jordan Shallow D.C ( @the_muscle_doc ) Instagram
29 mars 2025 - 01 h 45 min 51 s
2563: The Most Effective Ways to Get Those Around You to Start Working Out & More (Listener Coaching)
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 MOST effective ways to get those around you to start working out. (1:45) Creatine does EVERYTHING! (25:12) Red-light therapy to help with your sinuses. (34:53) Are artificial muscles in our future? (38:05) At what point do the childish things you collect get weird? (47:14) The nuggets are a HIT! (56:17) #Quah question #1 – How does one maintain protein targets in a caloric deficit? (59:40) #Quah question #2 – How do you know what weight to choose while warming up to a working set? (1:02:21) #Quah question #3 – I bought MAPS Transform: What’s the best way to determine your baseline calories for the later phases? I’m not sure where to start with my calorie calculations. (1:05:39) #Quah question #4 – What are the benefits of the newly popular lymphatic drainage vibration plates? Is it a scam? (1:09:45) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Joovv for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP to get $50 off your first purchase. ** Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** New users who sign up will receive ground beef in every box for the LIFETIME of their subscription + $20 off their first box when they use code MINDPUMP at checkout. ** March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2152: How to Convince Friends & Family to Work Out The Potential Role of Creatine in Vascular Health - PMC Mind Pump #2432: The Truth About Essential Amino Acids with Angelo Keely Effect of Red Light Rhinophototherapy on Nasal Patency in Patients with Allergic Rhinitis Artificial muscle flexes in multiple directions, offering a path to soft, wiggly robots Move Over, Kids. Hasbro Wants Adults to Play. - WSJ 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** How Do I Choose The Right Weight? (LIFT RESPONSIBLY) MAPS Prime Webinar Mind Pump #1830: Five Steps to Determine Your ideal Caloric Intake Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mike Matthews ( @muscleforlifefitness ) Instagram
28 mars 2025 - 01 h 15 min 30 s
2562: Seven-Time Mr. Olympia Winner Phil Heath
Seven-Time Mr. Olympia Winner Phil Heath Dropping the scale and living life. (1:10) Uncle Phil. (7:35) Breaking down his attachment to basketball. (10:01) His path into bodybuilding. (19:15) When did he get into strict bodybuilding? (25:21) His mentality on taking gear to enhance his physique. (30:50) Bringing pleasure to his soul. (36:50) Did he make bodybuilding an idol? (40:33) His experience with intestinal strangulation. (45:15) His relationship with Jay Cutler. (49:29) Is the rivalry with Kai Greene still there? (53:56) Ahead of the curve when it comes to recovery modalities. (59:03) The biggest missing piece when it comes to longevity. (1:04:10) The challenge with body dysmorphia in bodybuilding. (1:09:58) Making a change with his name and voice. (1:18:29) Does he have a favorite era of bodybuilding? (1:27:44) Is he a fan of the classic? (1:33:02) The golden era of strength training. (1:36:00) The ultimate gym social experiment. (1:39:07) Practicing mindfulness and coming into faith. (1:43:21) Coaches being more famous than the athlete. (1:49:05) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP10 at checkout** March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** How athletes are faster, better, stronger: David Epstein at TED MuscleSound | Point-of-Care Software to Diagnose Malnutrition Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Phil Heath ( @philheath ) Instagram Website Tim Grover ( @timgrover ) Instagram Jay Cutler ( @jaycutler ) Instagram Ronnie Coleman ( @ronniecoleman8 ) Instagram Arnold Schwarzenegger ( @schwarzenegger ) Instagram Kai Greene ( @kaigreene ) Instagram Bret Weinstein ( @bret.weinstein ) Instagram Dorian Yates ( @thedorianyates ) Instagram Chris Bumstead ( @cbum ) Instagram Logan Franklin ( @logan_franklin ) Instagram
27 mars 2025 - 01 h 54 min 56 s
2561: 5 Crazy Things That Destroy Your Health & More (Listener Live Coaching)
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 crazy things that destroy your health. (2:17) How much does your mental state affect your physical state? (28:42) Polarizing personalities and knowing your teammates. (32:17) Why with some studies you must be careful how you interpret the data. (43:51) The difference between sleeping with and without Eight Sleep. (46:16) The staggering shift in culture. (49:40) Reducing the ‘puffy eye’ look. (55:59) #ListenerLive question #1 – What can I do to balance my lower back out? (58:07) #ListenerLive question #2 – The total volume (weight x reps) decreases until I can get up to (or close to) the original rep range. Will this still produce gains, and is this the right way to achieve progressive overload? (1:05:31) #ListenerLive question #3 – Are there other obvious and effective ways I can lean into my extra range of motion on traditional exercises to unlock additional gains? (1:19:21) #ListenerLive question #4 – Workout-wise, after all these new developments and recommendations, should I get my CPT so I can train myself or should I get a personal trainer who’s willing to educate me? (1:33:06) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP to get $350 off Pod 4 Ultra. Currently, it ships to the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia. ** Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP20 for 20% off your first order of their best products. ** March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** Sitting risks: How harmful is too much sitting? - Mayo Clinic How Much Exercise You Need to Offset Sitting All Day HANDGRIP DYNAMOMETER Muscle Strength, Physical Fitness, Balance, and Walking Ability at Risk of Fall for Prefrail Older People Association of Grip Strength With Risk of All-Cause Mortality, Cardiovascular Diseases, and Cancer in Community-Dwelling Populations: A Meta-analysis of Prospective Cohort Studies Media overload is hurting our mental health. Here are ways to manage headline stress News addiction linked to not only poor mental wellbeing but physical health too, new study shows Association between eating rate and obesity: a systematic review and meta-analysis Psychological prehabilitation improves surgical recovery Space Agency Offers $5,000 to Volunteers Willing to Stay in Bed for 10 Days How and Where people spend their time 1930-2024 - YouTube Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off ** Stick Mobility | Snake Reach | 1 Long Add Windmills to Your Workout to Increase Your Deadlift Strength – Mind Pump TV Kettlebell Kings Presents: Kettlebell Suitcase Carries – Kettlebells 4 Aesthetics KINSTRETCH – Functional Anatomy Seminars Justin’s Road to 315 Push Press Mind Pump #2255: The Smart Way to Improve Speed, Power, & Performance With Brian Kula How To Do The Pelvic Clock Exercise – Mind Pump TV Diaphragmatic Breathing Exercises & Techniques Mind Pump #1822: Wim Hof on How to Control Your Immune System With Breathwork Emotional Release of the Psoas - Montgomery Somatics Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Brian Kula ( @kulasportsperformance ) Instagram Wim Hof ( @iceman_hof ) Instagram
26 mars 2025 - 01 h 49 min 19 s
2560: How to Break Free from Destructive Body Image Issues
How to Break Free from Destructive Body Image Issues The HIGH prevalence of body-image issues in the fitness space. (1:11) The extreme versions that are easy to spot. (4:30) The characteristics of this avatar. (9:11) How to Break Free from Abusive Body Image Issues #1 - Take time off (from workouts, measuring, and weighing). (12:11) #2 - Make it real by telling others. (18:41) #3 - Stop weighing yourself and studying yourself in the mirror. (21:36) #4 - Turn off social media or change the algorithm. (25:45) #5 - Start back up with a VERY different goal. (31:46) Questions: How common are body image issues? (33:56) Does competition contribute to body image issues? (35:44) How can I help someone who is struggling with body image issues? (37:22) Related Links/Products Mentioned 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. ** March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2320: Throw Away the Scale! Body Image in America: Survey Results - Psychology Today Body Image Statistics 2024: 57+ Shocking Facts & Stats Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Arthur Brooks ( @arthurcbrooks ) Instagram
24 mars 2025 - 40 min 49 s
2559: Four Weird Ways to Build Muscle & More (Listener Live Coaching)
In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 4 weird ways to build muscle. (2:03) GHK-CU and its effect on skin looseness. (22:35) Sal’s confessional. (28:32) Is this the beginning of the end for CrossFit? (49:53) Drinking with or without Zbiotics. (55:52) #ListenerLive question #1 – Do body proportions or body type play a significant role in the way someone is able to change their body through resisting training? (57:25) #ListenerLive question #2 – Is it possible that consuming a lot of eggs can have a negative effect on sleep? (1:09:25) #ListenerLive question #3 – What is your take on myostatin blockers? Is this another fitness fad? (1:20:47) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Luminose by Entera 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. ** Visit Pre-Alcohol by ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MINDPUMP25 for 15% off first-time purchasers on either one-time purchases, (3, 6, 12-packs) or subscriptions (6, 12-pack) ** March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** How Much Exercise You Need to Offset Sitting All Day The Most Overlooked Muscle Building Principle How to Use Intra-Set Stretching for the BEST Shoulder Workout | Ben Pakulski Use Intra-Set Stretching for the BEST Hamstring Workout | Ben Pakulski How to Use Intra-Set Stretching for the BEST Chest Workout | Ben Pakulski Regenerative and Protective Actions of the GHK-Cu Peptide in the Light of the New Gene Data Visit Transcend for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** March 3 – March 31 = 25% Off Wolverine & Endurance Stacks! Wolverine Stack: PDA (BPC)/TB-500 (Including the KPV stack as well – Capsules and Injectable stacks). Endurance Stack: SS-31/Tesofensine (Optimized for performance and recovery). March 10 – March 31 = 35% Off Exosomes. ** CrossFit for Sale After Years of Drama and Attrition Sexy Athlete Bundle – Mind Pump Media 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 Mind Pump # 2502: Hormone Therapy for Aesthetics With Dr. Lauren Fitzgerald 7-Day Overtraining Rescue Guide | Free by Mind Pump Media Stephan Cabral Cortisol Test Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Layne Norton, Ph.D. ( @biolayne ) Instagram Ben Pakulski ( @bpakfitness ) Instagram Bret Contreras PhD ( @bretcontreras1 ) Instagram LAUREN FITZ, M.D. ( @drlaurenfitz ) Instagram Dr. Stephen Cabral ( @stephencabral ) Instagram Phil Heath ( @philheath ) Instagram
22 mars 2025 - 01 h 28 min 40 s
2558: The 5 Best & Worst People You Will Run Into at the Gym & More (Listener Coaching)
Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 5 best & worst people you will run into in the gym. (2:00) For those CEOs that lift, do their companies outperform those who don’t? (17:54) Comparing bicep growth between preacher and incline curls. (23:48) The disturbing rise in youth gambling. (29:49) If Mind Pump were an alcoholic drink, what would it be? (44:02) The ‘Drop’ stack. (45:59) What doesn’t creatine do? (49:26) Make any outfit dresser and sharper. (51:12) Iconic vehicles from our childhood. (53:16) #Quah question #1 – When reverse dieting to boost metabolism for fat loss, can I eat less and skip walking 10,000 steps a day? Why is there so much advice to walk? (58:41) #Quah question #2 – How can I prevent my upper back from taking over everything, and I mean everything, from chest press to overhead press to rear delts? Is it just a matter of focus? (1:00:32) #Quah question #3 – What is the best way to help my deadlift? The most difficult part is lifting off the ground. (1:03:54) #Quah question #4 – What’s the best way to strengthen weak and crackly knees? (1:05:57) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** Visit State & Liberty for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Up to 30% discount for wedding party, complimentary second outfit for groom, and an additional $100 gift card for mentioning Mind Pump during the onboarding process. ** March Promotion: MAPS Performance or MAPS Performance Advanced 50% off! ** Code MARCH50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #1080: 21 Commandments of Gym Etiquette Mind Pump #1862: How NOT to Be an Idiot in the Gym Deadlift Index (deadlift) | Stock price, performance, AI analysis Distinct muscle growth and strength adaptations after preacher and incline biceps curls Online gambling among youth worries experts, one teen says sports betting was an 'escape' Whatnot: Shop, Sell, Connect Creatine ingestion augments dietary carbohydrate mediated muscle glycogen supercompensation during the initial 24 h of recovery following prolonged exhaustive exercise in humans Mind Pump # 2550: Cutting Edge Peptides for Fat Loss & Muscle Building with Alex Kikel Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout 15% off your first order! ** 3-Way Scap Circles (Scapular Muscle Activation & Mobility Exercises) Mind Pump # 2122: Deadlift Masterclass Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Alex Kikel ( @alex_kikel ) Instagram
21 mars 2025 - 01 h 09 min 30 s