Episodes

  • 2584: How to Cold Plunge the Right Way & More (Listener Live Coaching)

    2584: How to Cold Plunge the Right Way & More (Listener Live Coaching)
    Apr 26 2025
    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: How to cold plunge the RIGHT way. (2:05) The power of food. (21:05) Doug’s experience at the World Shakuhachi Festival. (27:38) Wearing the appropriate outfit for where you are. (33:40) Easter with The Di Stefano’s. (40:10) Introducing Mind Pump’s newest partner, Jolie. (47:44) Probiotics as performance-enhancing supplements. (51:36) #ListenerLive question #1 – Should I change anything about my training during this transition period, while I’m still between stress and not-so-ideal recovery? (54:31) #ListenerLive question #2 – Should I open a private training studio? (1:03:27) #ListenerLive question #3 – What is the best program for fat loss/building strength during menopause? (1:16:36) #ListenerLive question #4 – Any advice on getting started in the personal training space and being successful? (1:26:33) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP20 for 20% off your first order of their best products. ** Visit Jolie for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Try it out for yourself with FREE shipping. And if you don’t like it— you can return your Jolie for a full refund within 60 days, no questions asked. ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Study Finds Cold Plunges May Reduce Muscle Growth After Strength Training Workouts Cold plunges actually change your cells | ScienceDaily Texas A&M hosts World Shakuhachi Festival, inviting more to learn about instrument’s culture Impact of probiotic supplementation on exercise endurance among non-elite athletes: study protocol for a randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind, clinical trial Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** MP Holistic Health Online Personal Training Course | Mind Pump Fitness Coaching ** Approved provider by NASM/AFAA (1.9 CEUs)! Grow your business and succeed in 2025. ** Personal Trainer Growth Secrets | Powered by Mind Pump Mind Pump #2582: The Strange Signs & Symptoms of Perimenopause With Dr. Mary Claire Haver Mind Pump #2515: How to Become a Successful Trainer in 2025 Ask Mind Pump Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram Jake Heyen (@jakeheyen) Instagram Ben Bruno (@benbrunotraining) Instagram Mary Claire Haver, MD (@drmaryclaire) Instagram
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    1 hr and 45 mins
  • 2583: The 5 Best Ways to Do Cardio & More (Listener Coaching)

    2583: The 5 Best Ways to Do Cardio & More (Listener Coaching)
    Apr 25 2025
    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 5 BEST ways to do cardio. (1:40) The more you know: Artificial dyes rebranded. (17:34) Genius advertising. (21:31) The great sardine debate. (25:05) The best old school machines. (27:17) An update on Adam’s sleep. (29:56) DOGE. (34:53) The guys go to meat stick flavor. (37:12) The value of the game ‘Peekaboo’ for children. (37:52) Aromatherapy for better sleep. (40:37) It’s about the journey, not the destination. (47:25) #Quah question #1 – Thoughts on the Australia study on creatine showing no more muscle gain than someone not taking creatine? (56:15) #Quah question #2 – Why does my second working set often feel better than the first one? The same even applies to reps. (1:02:17) #Quah question #3 – I'm falling into a peptide rabbit hole and am getting blasted with social media marketing for them. When/how do I know it's time to pull the trigger on introducing them? What boxes need to be checked first? (1:04:55) #Quah question #4 – How do I make myself get to the gym when I know I need to go? (1:09:21) Related Links/Products Mentioned 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 Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout 15% off your first order! ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #1697: HIIT Training Doesn’t Work (Unless You Follow These Steps) Mind Pump #2402: The 5 Reasons Why Walking is King for Fat Loss (Burn More Fat than Running & How to Do it Correctly) Food Dyes Rebranded: The Cover-Up Names You Need to Know Budweiser sends special cans to goalies who Ovechkin never scored against Justin’s Road to 315 Push Press DOGE Cuts Update Today: IRS Changes Revealed Aromatherapy May Lead to a 226% Boost in Cognition 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 Sports supplement creatine makes no difference to muscle gains, trial finds Mind Pump #2377: The 4 Most Valuable Supplements Everyone Should Take Mind Pump #2022: Lost Motivation to Workout? Do this… Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Patrick Bet-David (@patrickbetdavid) Instagram Marcelo (@mindpumpmarcelo) Instagram
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • 2582: The Strange Signs & Symptoms of Perimenopause With Dr. Mary Claire Haver

    2582: The Strange Signs & Symptoms of Perimenopause With Dr. Mary Claire Haver
    Apr 24 2025

    Strange Signs & Symptoms of Perimenopause with Mary Claire Haver

    • What got her into what she does now? (1:30)

    • The dogma surrounding women’s health. (8:05)

    • What is menopause? Perimenopause? (14:56)

    • The average age of menopause. (21:34)

    • How much does birth control mask these symptoms? (22:27)

    • Why she believes antidepressants are overused. (24:00)

    • How much does genetics play a role in the symptoms that women experience versus the way they ate or dieted leading up to perimenopause? (25:31)

    • The not-so-common early signs and symptoms of perimenopause. (27:17)

    • What does hormone therapy look like? (29:29)

    • Zone of chaos. (32:22)

    • Non-hormonal interventions: Training & diet. (33:38)

    • Supplementation and menopause. (40:00)

    • Common mistakes women make when trying to self-medicate to help themselves. (41:28)

    • How do women equip themselves to speak with their doctor. (43:53)

    • Why HRT is optimal for most women. (45:19)

    • The typical hormone therapy options for women. (46:04)

    • Busting women’s fears surrounding HRT. (47:52)

    • Anything exciting on the horizon in this space? (48:35)

    • The standard HRT dose. (49:50)

    • Can a woman who previously survived breast cancer do hormone therapy? (51:59)

    • PCOS and perimenopause. (52:57)

    • Let’s talk about your libido. (53:43)

    Related Links/Products Mentioned

    • The New Menopause: Navigating Your Path Through Hormonal Change with Purpose, Power, and Facts

    • Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP10 at checkout**

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

    • History of Women's Participation in Clinical Research

    • “Not feeling like myself” in perimenopause — what does it mean? Observations from the Women Living Better survey

    • Experiences of Mothers Who Are Child Sexual Abuse Survivors: A Qualitative Exploration

    • The musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause - PubMed

    • The Women's Health Initiative Hormone Therapy Trials

    • Mind Pump #2567: Women Who Lift: Breaking Myths and Building Muscle

    • Mind Pump #2530: Why All Women Should Take Creatine

    • The Menopause Society | Homepage

    • Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube

    • Mind Pump Free Resources

    Featured Guest/People Mentioned

    • Mary Claire Haver, MD (@drmaryclaire) Instagram

    • Website-The Pause Life

    • Abbie Smith-Ryan, PhD (@asmithryan) Instagram

    • Dr. Stacy T. Sims (@drstacysims) Instagram
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    58 mins
  • 2581: The 4 Stupid Reasons You’re NOT Getting Results & More (Listener Live Coaching)

    2581: The 4 Stupid Reasons You’re NOT Getting Results & More (Listener Live Coaching)
    Apr 23 2025
    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 4 stupid reasons you’re NOT getting results. (2:23) Always be a student. (30:01) Chlorophyll is an excellent detoxifier. (35:56) Yet another come-to-Jesus moment for Sal. (39:03) Interesting snacking trends. (44:53) Mind Pump Live: Trainer Event at Mind Pump HQ. (51:02) Mind Pump Cookoff! (52:11) #ListenerLive question #1 – I feel like I’m doing the right things, but the scale is not moving. Where should I go from here? (55:21) #ListenerLive question #2 – How can I balance my business life with my love life? I wanted to get your thoughts on the grind while balancing love life with your partner. (1:02:48) #ListenerLive question #3 – How did you determine that fitness is what you loved and what you wanted to do for the rest of your lives? How much of it did you actually love? How much of it did you not enjoy? (1:21:47) 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 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. ** April Special: MAPS HIIT or Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off! ** Code APRIL50 at checkout ** The Breakdown Recovery Trap, Why You Aren’t Progressing – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump # 2420: Get Energized: The Real Reasons You’re Always Tired & Lazy! Mind Pump # 1530: Why Warm-Ups Are a Waste of Time MAPS Prime half-off! ** Code PRIME50 at checkout ** Mind Pump # 1262: Why Fitness Assessments are Important Justin’s Road to 315 Push Press Chlorophyll benefits, dosage, and side effects - Examine Snacking: Why Americans are buying fewer treats Mind Pump Live: Trainer Event – Saturday, April 26th at Mind Pump HQ. Reserve your spot NOW!! 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. ** Mind Pump #2385: Five Reasons Why You Should Hire a Trainer Mind Pump #2185: Reclaiming Self-Love & Respect With Adam Lane Smith Mind Pump #2347: Become a Better Husband, Wife, Father or Mother by Discovering Your Attachment Style With Adam Lane Smith Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Michael Israetel (@drmikeisraetel) Instagram Jordan Jiunta (@redwiteandjordan) Instagram Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram Jordan Syatt (@syattfitness) Instagram Adam | Relationship Psychology (@attachmentadam) Instagram Jordan B. Peterson (@JordanBPeterson) X/Twitter
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    1 hr and 39 mins
  • 2580: Junk Volume: Doing Too Much Kills Your Progress

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

    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). **

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

    • 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 mins
  • 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)
    Apr 19 2025
    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 hr and 35 mins
  • 2578: Get Abs That Pop: The Perfect Core Workout & More (Listener Coaching)

    2578: Get Abs That Pop: The Perfect Core Workout & More (Listener Coaching)
    Apr 18 2025
    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 hr and 9 mins
  • 2577: Should Women Train & Diet Differently From Men?

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

    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 mins
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