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  • 2580: Junk Volume: Doing Too Much Kills Your Progress

    2580: Junk Volume: Doing Too Much Kills Your Progress
    2025/04/21

    Junk Volume: Doing Too Much Kills Progress

    • Why this is a bigger problem than fitness fanatics would like to admit. (1:15)

    • What is junk volume? (3:45)

    • Why do we like it? (7:42)

    • Junk Volume: Doing Too Much Kills Progress, Do These 5 Things Instead.

    • #1 - Focus on the exercises that matter. (11:12)

    • #2 - Don’t compromise recovery unless it makes a LOT of sense. (14:40)

    • #3 - The pump doesn’t matter. (23:17)

    • #4 - Total volume is more important than a specific volume. (25:05)

    • #5 - Spend extra time on mobility. (28:49)

    • Questions:

    • What are some of the biggest junk volume exercises? (32:05)

    • Are machines typically junk volume? (33:37)

    • Why do we see so many fitness influencers doing junk volume? (35:44)

    • Why do pro bodybuilders do junk volume? (37:45)

    Related Links/Products Mentioned

    • Online Personal Training Course | Mind Pump Fitness Coaching ** Approved provider by NASM/AFAA (1.9 CEUs). **

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    • Justin’s Road to 315 Push Press

    • Mind Pump #2562: Seven-Time Mr. Olympia Winner Phil Heath

    • The infamous 92-93 progress pic of Dorian Yates. The 93 pic was famously sent to Flex magazine just prior to the 93 Olympia and scared the hell out of the competition.

    • Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube

    • Mind Pump Free Resources

    People Mentioned

    • Phil Heath (@philheath) Instagram

    • Dorian Yates (@thedorianyates) Instagram

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    42 分
  • 2579: Raise Your Testosterone in 30 Days (This Will Work!) & More (Listener Live Coaching)

    2579: Raise Your Testosterone in 30 Days (This Will Work!) & More (Listener Live Coaching)
    2025/04/19
    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Raise your testosterone in 30 days by following these 5 steps. (1:43) Let’s get clear on detoxification. (25:38) The safety profile of creatine. (28:32) The nefarious agenda against meat. (32:18) Bad Dad moment. (42:14) The use of probiotics to improve muscle strength. (51:02) #ListenerLive question #1 – If I were your client, how would you direct me on my fitness journey and where to go next? (53:52) #ListenerLive question #2 – What are the best alternatives for deadlifts and squats? How can I program them into the MAPS programs, and more specifically, should I program in sled training so that I can train pain-freely as much as possible? (1:05:15) #ListenerLive question #3 – I’ve been reverse dieting and building strength for a couple of months. Should I continue after starting TRT? When should I switch to a fat loss phase? (1:16:51) #ListenerLive question #4 – While I consistently see positive changes in my physique and I love my routine, I have mostly reached a strength plateau. Am I still gaining even though I’m not seeing the same strength gains? (1:23:17) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com 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. ** 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 Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Decline in Serum Testosterone Levels Among Adolescent and Young Adult Men in the USA Sleep loss dramatically lowers testosterone in healthy young men Androgen receptors and testosterone in men—Effects of protein ingestion, resistance exercise and fiber type Single dose creatine improves cognitive performance and induces changes in cerebral high energy phosphates during sleep deprivation Three weeks of creatine monohydrate supplementation affects dihydrotestosterone to testosterone ratio in college-aged rugby players Keep your red meat to these limits to protect your brain health, experts say Impact of probiotics on muscle mass, muscle strength and lean mass: a systematic review and meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials 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) ** Mind Pump #2560: How to Break Free from Destructive Body Image Issues How to Box Squat to Improve Your Squat Form – Mind Pump TV How To Do The Sled Push The RIGHT Way! (AVOID MISTAKES!) Strengthen Lateral Movement with a Lateral Sled Pull Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mary Claire Haver, MD (@drmaryclaire) Instagram Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram Stan “Rhino” Efferding (@stanefferding) Instagram
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    1 時間 35 分
  • 2578: Get Abs That Pop: The Perfect Core Workout & More (Listener Coaching)

    2578: Get Abs That Pop: The Perfect Core Workout & More (Listener Coaching)
    2025/04/18
    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: Get abs that pop! The perfect core workout. (1:52) A STAPLE supplement for mental health. (17:35) Parenting blunders. (23:23) Shilajit for gut health! (28:48) The MOST rewarding partnership. (34:19) The protective effects of religion and the father’s impact on their child’s spiritual practice. (37:42) Navigating the ethics of bringing back the dire wolves. (46:36) #Quah question #1 – Is there a specific range of caloric surplus for optimal muscle growth? Is there a specific range for a caloric deficit to not lose muscle? (58:04) #Quah question #2 – What would you recommend I eat before working out? I am typically not hungry and only have a coffee before my morning workout. I have read that eating something before working out could be beneficial. I am 53 years old and currently doing a 90-day transformation program. I always work out in the morning before work. (1:01:35) #Quah question #3 – What are the best natural ways to lower cortisol? (1:04:09) #Quah question #4 – How can you not lose upper body gains or become too imbalanced while training after suffering an injury? (1:05:51) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off! (4/18 - 4/20: Easter Weekend- Free Green Juice Crisp Apple & Kids Easy Greens with any 2 product purchases!) ** 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 offer 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. ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2085: Abs & Core Masterclass Creatine for the Treatment of Depression Mind Pump #2392: Steps to Overcoming Addiction with Tom Conrad & Ben Bueno Real Recovery Talk The Role of Parents in The Spiritual Formation of Their Children The Impact on Kids of Dad's Faith and Church Attendance The Reason Why Children Are 800% Worse When Their Mothers Are Around Joe Rogan Experience #2301 - Ben Lamm Mind Pump Apparel Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Thomas Conrad (@realrecoverytalktom) Instagram Ben Bueno (@realrecoverytalkben) Instagram Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram Jordan B. Peterson (@JordanBPeterson) X/Twitter
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    1 時間 9 分
  • 2577: Should Women Train & Diet Differently From Men?

    2577: Should Women Train & Diet Differently From Men?
    2025/04/17

    Should Women Train and Diet Differently from Men?

    • What makes women physically different than men? (1:19)

    • What are some of the considerations you take when training a female? (4:26)

    • Should Women Train and Diet Differently from Men?

    • Diet. (6:59)

    • Training. (12:58)

    • Aesthetics. (16:22)

    • Supplements. (20:45)

    • Special considerations. (22:45)

    • Individual variance trumps everything. (25:16)

    • Questions:

    • Should I train differently based on my cycle? (29:22)

    • Should I take more calcium for osteoporosis risk? (31:53)

    • Best way to exercise while pregnant? (34:14)

    Related Links/Products Mentioned

    • Special Promotion: MAPS Muscle Mommy | MAPS Starter 50% off! ** Code FEMALE50 at checkout **

    • Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No Code for 5% Discount gets automatically applied at checkout. **

    • Mind Pump #2040: Balancing Female Hormones With Dr. Becky Campbell and Dr. Krystal Hohn

    • Mind Pump #2340: The Ultimate Muscle Mommy Workout Program

    • Mind Pump #2345: The Muscle Mommy Revolution

    • Researchers debunk common belief that women get better muscles by timing their workouts to their menstrual cycles

    • Mind Pump #1375: How to Train Before, During & After Pregnancy

    • Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube

    • Mind Pump Free Resources
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    39 分
  • 2576: Top 5 Superfoods Trainers LOVE for Their Clients & More (Listener Live Coaching)

    2576: Top 5 Superfoods Trainers LOVE for Their Clients & More (Listener Live Coaching)
    2025/04/16

    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom.

    • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Top 5 superfoods trainers LOVE for their clients. (2:09)

    • What actually causes muscle growth? (21:23)

    • Sal’s weekly training update. (25:53)

    • Justin’s Road to 315. (29:23)

    • Signs of overreaching. (32:58)

    • Attracting high-end health clients. (35:41)

    • Red light to reduce sunburns. (38:20)

    • Super mom! (41:18)

    • Conceptional vs. reality. (44:46)

    • E-bikes are the move. (48:04)

    • One of the BEST supplements for blue-collar workers. (51:45)

    • Vitamin D and hormones. (54:27)

    • #ListenerLive question #1 – How do I change my workouts accordingly without overtraining during this cut, all while trying to help with my hip mobility issues and SI joint pain? (1:00:42)

    • #ListenerLive question #2 – I successfully implemented a reverse diet alongside MAPS Split, starting from a low of 1700 calories. Now that I've completed phase 3, should I repeat MAPS Split in a caloric deficit, or transition to MAPS Anabolic? (1:13:42)

    • #ListenerLive question #3 – Any tips you have for believing in yourself, and your abilities, and going for it? Would you recommend contacting successful trainers and mentoring/shadowing with them, and learning the trade? (1:22:19)

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    • Visit Transcend for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** 25% Off All GHRPs (April 7 – April 30). Tesamorelin (Troches + Injections), Hexarelin (Capsules + Injections), IGF-1 LR3, and Sermorelin. Bundle Options: 2-Month Bundle & 4-Month Bundle. **

    • April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout **

    • Maximizing Muscle Hypertrophy: A Systematic Review of Advanced Resistance Training Techniques and Methods

    • Sore muscles…what does it mean? – Mind Pump Blog

    • Justin’s Road to 315 Push Press

    • Kawasaki unveils hydrogen-powered robotic horse that you can ride

    • Porsche begins production of ‘e-fuel’ that could provide gas alternative amid EV push

    • 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 #2385: Five Reasons Why You Should Hire a Trainer

    • Online Personal Training Course | Mind Pump Fitness Coaching ** Approved provider by NASM/AFAA (1.9 CEUs)! Grow your business and succeed in 2025. **

    • Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube

    • Mind Pump Free Resources

    People Mentioned

    • Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym) Instagram

    • Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram
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    1 時間 37 分
  • 2575: Raising Resilient Children With Jen Cohen

    2575: Raising Resilient Children With Jen Cohen
    2025/04/14

    The Secret to Raising Mentally Strong Kids in a Fragile World with Jen Cohen

    • The reasoning behind her latest Ted talk. (2:02)

    • Characteristics of a “gentle” parent. (4:52)

    • Why aren’t parents letting their kids struggle? (7:51)

    • The two things that have CRUSHED mental resilience in kids. (11:37)

    • The barrier to entry to date a person is so low. (18:11)

    • How kids mimic what they see. (20:22)

    • Building life skills through challenge. (22:08)

    • If you have too many options, you end up with nothing. (25:20)

    • Sports and kids: The good, the bad, and the ugly. (27:33)

    • Creating a ‘Lord of the Flies’ scenario with our kids. (34:47)

    • The root of ‘woke’ culture. (38:59)

    • How to avoid your kids feeling isolated as a parent. (47:58)

    • Alarming statistics in our current culture. (50:41)

    • There is a light at the end of the tunnel. (54:55)

    • Allowing your children to overcome challenges in an age-appropriate way. (1:01:51)

    • Have traditional values around gender roles played a part in these issues? (1:06:25)

    • The importance of banding together as parents. (1:16:53)

    Related Links/Products Mentioned

    • The Secret to Raising Mentally Strong Kids in a Fragile World | Jennifer Cohen | TEDxCoral Springs

    • Visit Transcend for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** 25% Off All GHRPs (April 7 – April 30). Tesamorelin (Troches + Injections), Hexarelin (Capsules + Injections), IGF-1 LR3, and Sermorelin. Bundle Options: 2-Month Bundle & 4-Month Bundle. **

    • April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout **

    • Smartphones and Kids: Massive Evidence of Harm

    • 1. Children's engagement with digital devices, screen time

    • Survey: 26% of Gen Zers Brought a Parent to a Job Interview

    • Mind Pump #2277: The Five Best Sports for Kids

    • Inmates Spend More Time Outside Than Kids

    • Mind Pump #2342: The Porn Addiction Solution With Sathiya Sam

    • Irresistible: The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of Keeping Us Hooked – Book by Adam Alter

    • Unplugged: Evolve from Technology to Upgrade Your Fitness, Performance & Consciousness

    • iGen: Why Today's Super-Connected Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy--and Completely Unprepared for Adulthood--and What That Means for the Rest of Us

    • The Reason Why Children Are 800% Worse When Their Mothers Are Around

    • Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube

    • Mind Pump Free Resources

    Featured Guest/People Mentioned

    • Jen Cohen (@therealjencohen) Instagram

    • Habits & Hustle Podcast

    • Jordan B. Peterson (@JordanBPeterson) X/Twitter
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    1 時間 20 分
  • 2574: Build a Big Round Butt in 30 Days

    2574: Build a Big Round Butt in 30 Days
    2025/04/12

    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.

    • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Build a big round butt in 30 days by following these 6 steps. (1:48)

    • Creatine and depression. (24:19)

    • Sal’s weekly training update. (27:13)

    • Justin’s Road to 315. (30:31)

    • The meaningful lessons sports provide. (37:30)

    • Music’s effect on athletic performance. (42:57)

    • Mind Pump’s current music playlist. (48:39)

    • An update on Callum Ferris. (53:45)

    • #ListenerLive question #1 – My typical meal consists of just protein and vegetables—usually steak or chicken with broccoli and grilled onions. In this case, how crucial is it to prioritize eating protein before vegetables? (55:15)

    • #ListenerLive question #2 – What is the significance of 3 sets vs 2? Would it be better to cut the weight down vs cutting a set? (1:06:44)

    • #ListenerLive question #3 – How often should I be changing my programming? When do I know I should be changing my programming? (1:12:13)

    • #ListenerLive question #4 – Do you guys have any advice on how to best manage the excess skin affecting my body, or ways to adapt in the gym as the skin movement sometimes causes imbalances during movement and lifts? (1:18:27)

    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. (4/12 - 4/13: National Garden Weekend. Free Green Juice & fun-sized Happy Drops w/any order of 3.) **

    • Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. **

    • April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout **

    • The effect of acute sleep deprivation on skeletal muscle protein synthesis and the hormonal environment

    • Efficacy and safety profile of oral creatine monohydrate in add-on to cognitive-behavioural therapy in depression: An 8-week pilot, double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled feasibility and exploratory trial in an under-resourced area

    • Justin’s Road to 315 Push Press

    • High-Tempo Music Can Enhance Performance During Exercise, Study Suggests

    • 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 # 2385: Five Reasons Why You Should Hire a Trainer

    • Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube

    • Mind Pump Free Resources

    People Mentioned

    • Jordan Shallow D.C (@the_muscle_doc) Instagram

    • Stan “Rhino” Efferding (@stanefferding) Instagram

    • SJ&Ferris (@sjandferris) Instagram

    • Jen Cohen (@therealjencohen) Instagram
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    1 時間 34 分
  • 2573: Lose 12 Pounds of Fat in Two Easy Steps & More (Listener Coaching)

    2573: Lose 12 Pounds of Fat in Two Easy Steps & More (Listener Coaching)
    2025/04/11

    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: Lose 12 lbs. of fat in 2 easy steps! (1:49)

    • An alcoholism protective gene. (26:59)

    • The history of hysteria. (30:32)

    • Is there any truth to ‘period’ training? (35:32)

    • Increase collagen production in your skin with GHK-CU. (38:07)

    • DNA and God. (40:05)

    • Community is undervalued. (43:18)

    • #Quah question #1 – Some of my favorite influencer athletes seem to maintain a shredded look all of the time. Is this realistic? (57:03)

    • #Quah question #2 – I just had knee replacement surgery, and now I’m having trouble with my quads not firing. Are there any priming exercises I can do to help me with this? (1:01:37)

    • #Quah question #3 – If you're starting as a personal trainer but want to work online, should you work at a gym at least part-time to get hands-on experience with people? (1:03:35)

    • #Quah question #4 – Is it normal for your waist to thicken as you get stronger and don’t use a weight belt? I can’t tell if it’s muscle or visceral fat as perimenopause is setting in. (1:07:13)

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    • 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) **

    • 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. **

    • April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout **

    • Mind Pump #2437: What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Ultra-Processed Foods for 30 Days

    • Man v. Food: Kitchen Sink Challenge – (YouTube)

    • How Vibrators Cured Hysteria in the Victorian Age

    • Researchers debunk common belief that women get better muscles by timing their workouts to their menstrual cycles

    • Regenerative and Protective Actions of the GHK-Cu Peptide in the Light of the New Gene Data

    • Yahweh Is Embedded In Our DNA

    • The Bible Code

    • The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind

    • Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout 15% off your first order! **

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    • Mind Pump #2515: How to Become a Successful Trainer in 2025

    • Mind Pump #2502: Hormone Therapy for Aesthetics With Dr. Lauren Fitzgerald

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    • Mind Pump Free Resources

    People Mentioned

    • Mary Claire Haver, MD (@drmaryclaire) Instagram

    • LAUREN FITZ, M.D. (@drlaurenfitz) Instagram
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    1 時間 12 分