Episodes

  • 2634: Four Weird Reasons You Have Joint or Muscle Pain & More (Listener Live Coaching)

    2634: Four Weird Reasons You Have Joint or Muscle Pain & More (Listener Live Coaching)
    Jul 5 2025
    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 4 Weird Reasons You Have Joint or Muscle Pain. (1:43) The highest IQ ever recorded. (19:24) The top 5 physical attributes that women consider attractive in a man. (26:33) There are levels to everything. (30:37) Pondering vs. speed when it comes to making decisions. (34:56) Creatine and women. (38:44) How addiction flourishes in the dark. (42:19) Psilocybin and depression. (43:21) Controversial parenting topic: Spanking your kids. (45:31) #ListenerLive question #1 – Given my scale weight isn’t moving, should I try higher calories even though I can’t do as much volume-wise? (1:02:52) #ListenerLive question #2 – Can you mix the workouts from different phases of a MAPS program based on the settings and time you have to workout for that week? (1:16:03) #ListenerLive question #3 – Am I wasting my time doing hot vinyasa style yoga? Does it have any benefits as far as building muscle and burning fat? (1:26:23) #ListenerLive question #4 – Within the MAPS programs, what do you suggest for focusing on shoulders/traps and how do you incorporate MAPS Prime into your strength training? (1:37:12) 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 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. ** July Special: MAPS Split or Anabolic Metabolism Bundle 50% off! ** Code JULY50 at checkout ** Cerebral and spinal modulation of pain by emotions - PubMed Pain, anxiety, and depression - Harvard Health MP Holistic Health World's Smartest Man Professes Christian Faith On Social Media Mind Pump #2530: Why All Women Should Take Creatine $1000 on the Line, Wrestling Mario Lopez - YouTube 6 Science-Backed Reasons Women Should Be Taking Creatine Single psilocybin trip delivers two years of depression relief for cancer patients 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos – Book by Jordan B. Peterson Risks of harm from spanking confirmed by analysis of 5 decades of research Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** Stronger Kids | United States | KidStrong Mind Pump #2312: Five Steps to Bounce Back From Overtraining The Wall Test | Mind Pump TV MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mario Lopez (@mariolopez) Instagram GEORGIO POULLAS (@georgiopoullas) Instagram Jordan B. Peterson (@JordanBPeterson) Twitter/X Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 46 mins
  • 2633: Seven Ways Working Out Too Much Is Making You Fat & More (Listener Coaching)

    2633: Seven Ways Working Out Too Much Is Making You Fat & More (Listener Coaching)
    Jul 4 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: 7 Ways Working Out Too Much Is Making You Fat. (1:32)

    • Happy Drops make you horny. (19:30)

    • Cautioning tea drinkers. (26:28)

    • Scented candles are poison. (28:21)

    • The most common cancer in young men. (31:34)

    • Adam and Sal’s awkward photo shoot. (34:56)

    • What is something a past relationship has taught you about yourself? (37:38)

    • Controversial parenting topics. (45:19)

    • Mind Pump is looking for trainers. Apply today! (54:31)

    • #Quah question #1 – How do I practice bracing for exercises like squats? (55:51)

    • #Quah question #2 – Can very dry skin and lips, despite constantly moisturizing, drinking 2-3 liters of water a day, and lowering weekly weight training volume, be a sign of overtraining? (59:01)

    • #Quah question #3 – For those on a GLP-1, is it more important to hit your protein target OR strength train, in the event you're struggling to consistently hit protein but ARE consistent with strength training? Ultimately, is that ok? (1:00:26)

    • #Quah question #4 – In today's world, it’s easy for men to isolate themselves and sacrifice their hobbies and friendships for their family's well-being. How do you guys juggle responsibility as a father and husband while still keeping some friends and hobbies that you enjoy doing? (1:01:42)

    Related Links/Products Mentioned

    • Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off**

    • Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code to receive 20% off your first order. **

    • July Special: MAPS Split or Anabolic Metabolism Bundle 50% off! ** Code JULY50 at checkout **

    • Mind Pump #2312: Five Steps to Bounce Back From Overtraining

    • Saffron for sex: How does it boost your libido? - HealthShots

    • Crocus sativus (saffron) in the treatment of female sexual dysfunction: a three-center, double-blind, randomized, and placebo-controlled clinical trial

    • Effects of saffron (Crocus sativus) on sexual dysfunction among men and women: A systematic review and meta-analysis

    • Testicular cancer in young men - Mayo Clinic Health System

    • Mind Pump Personal Training – Apply today!

    • 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**

    • Ben Pollack Shares The Proper SQUAT Setup (AVOID MISTAKES) | Mind Pump

    • Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube

    • Mind Pump Free Resources
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 13 mins
  • 2632: Supplement Wizard & Organifi Founder Drew Canole

    2632: Supplement Wizard & Organifi Founder Drew Canole
    Jul 3 2025

    Supplement Wizard & Organifi Founder Drew Canole

    • Where does he get his ideas? (1:25)

    • Multi-dimensional mindset. (7:10)

    • How do they make these compounds taste so good? (9:04)

    • His newfound obsession with protecting his daughter. (12:50)

    • A 10+ year partnership. (13:44)

    • The biggest shift in the supplement space. (15:44)

    • The formula for staying relevant and authentic. (16:47)

    • Pro-regulation or not? (23:01)

    • Drew’s health crisis. (28:10)

    • His homebirth experience. (30:20)

    • Post-traumatic growth. (32:36)

    • Leveling up as a human. (38:28)

    • Changing into your Dad clothes. (40:08)

    • How has becoming a father changed him? (44:45)

    • Technology and children. (51:49)

    • Capturing your audience. (54:09)

    • The scary fertility downward trend. (56:05)

    • Nature is the greatest healer. (59:27)

    • The Organifi typical avatar. (1:03:19)

    • Customer first. (1:05:16)

    • Balancing diet & workouts with your current stage of life. (1:09:33)

    Related Links/Products Mentioned

    • Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off**

    • Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Use the code MINDPUMP to get $350 off your very own Pod 5 Ultra. The best part is that you still get 30 days to try it at home and return it if you don’t like it – – Shipping to many countries worldwide. **

    • July Special: MAPS Split or Anabolic Metabolism Bundle 50% off! ** Code JULY50 at checkout **

    • Mind Pump #1945: How to Formulate a Supplement That Works With Shanais Pelka

    • Mind Pump #2337: Is Hidden Household Mold Making You Sick?

    • Arsenic, Lead Found in Popular Protein Supplements

    • Peter Levine on Trauma Healing: A Somatic Approach

    • Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV

    • Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube

    • Mind Pump Free Resources

    Featured Guest/People Mentioned

    • Drew Canole (@drewcanole) Instagram

    • Website

    • FitLifeTV - YouTube

    • Mike Matthews (@muscleforlifefitness) Instagram

    • Jordan B. Peterson (@JordanBPeterson) Twitter/X
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 18 mins
  • 2630: Fat Loss & Optimizing the Metabolism With Dr. Ben Bikman

    2630: Fat Loss & Optimizing the Metabolism With Dr. Ben Bikman
    Jun 30 2025
    Fat Loss & Metabolism with Dr. Ben Bikman Challenging the dogma surrounding heart disease. (1:32) Is there a connection between dementia and heart disease? (12:05) Strength training and Alzheimer’s. (17:49) Learning something new helps put off dementia. (22:45) The connection between insulin resistance and your body’s inability to fight off infection. (25:17) We put TOO much attention on total cholesterol. (27:55) Fat cells dynamics explained. (30:13) Why your metabolism is EXTREMELY complex. (44:14) Mitochondrial uncoupling. (48:51) Ketones and athletic performance. (55:39) The problem with DNP. (58:11) Why he is a HUGE advocate of creatine. (1:01:03) The brain loves ketones. (1:04:33) Keep your running shoes in the closet, GO STRENGTH TRAIN! (1:05:32) The metabolic origins of chronic disease. (1:08:10) How GLP-1s are being overused and the proper way to use them. (1:14:48) The resurgence of religion. (1:37:57) As a scientist, did he ever doubt his faith? (1:41:28) The most profound moment of his life. (1:45:51) Related Links/Products Mentioned Why We Get Sick: The Hidden Epidemic at the Root of Most Chronic Disease - and How to Fight It – Book by Dr. Benjamin Bikman How Not to Get Sick: A Cookbook and Guide to Prevent and Reverse Insulin Resistance, Lose Weight, and Fight Chronic Disease – Book by Dr. Benjamin Bikman 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 June Special: Shredded Summer Bundle or Bikini Bundle 50% off! ** Code JUNE50 at checkout ** Most heart attack patients' cholesterol levels did not indicate cardiac risk Study: Doubling Saturated Fat in the Diet Does Not Increase Saturated Fat in Blood Insulin signal transduction pathway Mind Pump #1922: Fatphobia & Other Lies That Are Keeping You Fat, Unhealthy & Sick Diabulimia: Why This Eating Disorder Is So Dangerous for People with Diabetes Harris-Benedict equation - Wikipedia Mitochondrial Uncoupling: A Key Controller of Biological Processes in Physiology and Diseases DNP (Dinitrophenol): Overview, Mechanism, and Risks Mind Pump #2497: The Amazing & Weird Side Effects of Creatine Muscle strength and fitness linked to reduction in cancer deaths Fighting Cancer By Putting Tumor Cells On A Diet - NPR Healthy Weight Loss Maintenance with Exercise, Liraglutide, or Both Combined Attenuated GLP-1 secretion in obesity: cause or consequence? Mind Pump #2597: Before You Take Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro Listen to This! Liraglutide modulates lipid metabolism via ZBTB20-LPL pathway Mind Pump #872: Dr. Warren Farrell- The Boy Crisis Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Benjamin Bikman (@benbikmanphd) Instagram Website Zach Bitter (@zachbitter) Instagram Thomas N. Seyfried (@thomasseyfriedbc) Instagram Warren Farrell, PhD (@drwarrenfarrell) X/Twitter
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 56 mins
  • 2629: Seven Natural Ways to Crush Chronic Inflammation & Pain (Listener Live Coaching)

    2629: Seven Natural Ways to Crush Chronic Inflammation & Pain (Listener Live Coaching)
    Jun 28 2025
    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 7 natural ways to crush chronic inflammation and pain. (1:32) The benefits of regular napping. (21:50) Overactive bladder syndrome. (28:25) Green tea consumption = higher testosterone. (35:48) If you were stranded on an island, would you rather be by yourself or with your worst enemy? (36:40) Adam’s Best Buy fiasco. (43:11) Sodium, low-carb diets, and performance. (47:42) Previewing Sal’s upcoming YouTube series. (49:54) Mind Pump is looking for trainers. Apply today! (53:24) #ListenerLive question #1 – Is MAPS Muscle Mommy the right program for me being 14 months post-partum? If I’m only lifting 3 days a week and not looking to do extra work from home, are the trigger sessions necessary? (54:10) #ListenerLive question #2 – How can someone in a cut still feel confident about their progress when the scale isn’t moving? (1:10:22) #ListenerLive question #3 – How would you go about actively inspiring reform and rebuilding a community for people who are so set in their ways? (1:18:57) #ListenerLive question #4 – Is there anything I can do to build a more resilient CNS or recover better so I don’t need those rest weeks as often? (1:36:20) 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 ** Get your free Sample Pack with any “drink mix” purchase! Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share it with a friend. Try LMNT risk-free. If you don’t like it, give it away to a salty friend and we’ll give you your money back, no questions asked! Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump June Special: Shredded Summer Bundle or Bikini Bundle 50% off! ** Code JUNE50 at checkout ** The effects of curcumin-containing supplements on biomarkers of inflammation and oxidative stress: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials Importance of maintaining a low omega–6/omega–3 ratio for reducing inflammation Effectiveness of Boswellia and Boswellia extract for osteoarthritis patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** Regular Napping Linked to Increased Brain Size Mirabegron in the Treatment of Overactive Bladder Why Green Tea Could Be Your New Secret Weapon for More Testosterone TableTopics Dinner Party Question Card Game - 135 Entertaining Conversation Starter Cards for Dinner Table with Adult Friends, Getting to Know You Game. Mind Pump Personal Training – Apply today! Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** Available for a limited time, a curated box pre-filled with Mind Pump’s favorite cuts — no guesswork! ButcherBox members who sign up through Mind Pump will receive: $20 OFF their first box, Free chicken breast, ground beef, OR salmon in every box for a whole year! ** 10 Ways To Rebuild MUSCLE & Train SAFELY After Having A Baby | Mind Pump 1882 Mind Pump #2320: Throw Away the Scale! Mind Pump #2420: Get Energized: The Real Reasons You’re Always Tired & Lazy! Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Jay Campbell (@jaycampbell333) Instagram Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 46 mins
  • 2628: Six Controversial Muscle-Building & Fat-Burning Tips & More (Listener Live Coaching)

    2628: Six Controversial Muscle-Building & Fat-Burning Tips & More (Listener Live Coaching)
    Jun 27 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: 6 controversial muscle-building & fat-burning tips. (1:24)

    • HMB for muscle-building. (20:37)

    • Free weights vs machines. (26:55)

    • Fun table topic starters for deep conversations. (28:52)

    • The Shilajit reviews are in. (48:22)

    • Bacteria vs. virus. (51:28)

    • #Quah question #1 – People are always talking about having trouble connecting with their glutes, but I have a bigger problem connecting with my pecs. Any recommendations? (55:06)

    • #Quah question #2 – When getting home late, is it better to go to bed asap and get good sleep or eat a late-night meal and hit protein? (58:20)

    • #Quah question #3 – I've injured myself a few times outside of the gym, especially my lower back, and it's limiting the exercises I can do. What's the best way to safely build those muscles back to where they should be, and to keep progressing in other areas while I do? (1:00:21)

    • #Quah question #4 – Should I use squat shoes to improve my range of motion in squats? (1:02:34)

    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. **

    • Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off**

    • June Special: Shredded Summer Bundle or Bikini Bundle 50% off! ** Code JUNE50 at checkout **

    • Mind Pump #2405: The 5 Intermittent Fasting Mistakes Causing Weight Gainv

    • Effects of different stretching exercises on hamstring flexibility and performance in long term

    • HMB benefits, dosage, and side effects - Examine

    • Oral Supplementation with Beta-hydroxy-beta-methylbutyrate, Arginine, and Glutamine Improves Lean Body Mass in Healthy Older Adults

    • TableTopics Dinner Party Question Card Game - 135 Entertaining Conversation Starter Cards for Dinner Table with Adult Friends, Getting to Know You Game.

    • Justin’s Road to 315 Push Press

    • The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts

    • Mind Pump #1912: The Science of Successful Marriages & Relationships With Drs. John and Julie Gottman

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

    • Mind Pump #2540: Ranking the Top 5 Ways to Build Your Chest

    • How to Build A STRONG Back | Mind Pump 1972 - YouTube

    • Adam Schafer’s DEEP Squat Mobility Secrets | Behind The Scenes at Mind Pump

    • Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube

    • Mind Pump Free Resources

    People Mentioned

    • Drew Canole (@drewcanole) Instagram
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 6 mins
  • 2627: The 8 Most Controversial and Awesome Strength Training Exercises

    2627: The 8 Most Controversial and Awesome Strength Training Exercises
    Jun 26 2025

    The 8 Most Controversial and Awesome Strength Training Exercises

    • Every exercise is good if applied properly, with good mobility and stability. (0:49)

    • The 8 Most Controversial and Awesome Strength Training Exercises, Who They’re For, Who Should Do Them, and How to Apply Them.

    • #1 - Behind the neck press. (3:00)

    • #2 - Upright row. (8:14)

    • #3 - Kipping pull-up. (11:10)

    • #4 - Barbell good morning. (17:27)

    • #5 - Box jumps. (19:14)

    • #6 - Behind neck pull down. (23:53)

    • #7 - Roman chair sit-ups. (26:29)

    • #8 - Jefferson curl. (29:25)

    • Honorable mention: Sissy squats. (33:25)

    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**

    • June Special: Shredded Summer Bundle or Bikini Bundle 50% off! ** Code JUNE50 at checkout **

    • How To Behind The Neck Press Properly! (ADVANCED LIFTERS ONLY!)

    • The Upright Row: Implications for Preventing Subacromial Impingement

    • Shoulder Injuries in Individuals Who Participate in CrossFit Training

    • Build Your Hamstrings- How to Properly do Good Mornings

    • The effects of plyometric jump training on lower-limb stiffness in healthy individuals: A meta-analytical comparison

    • How to Box Jump the Right Way to Activate More Muscle Fibers

    • Correcting Upper Cross Syndrome to Improve Posture & Health-- Prone Cobra

    • The Wall Test | Mind Pump TV

    • Intervertebral disc herniation: studies on a porcine model exposed to highly repetitive flexion/extension motion with compressive force

    • The Jefferson Curl: Benefits and Proper Form - BarBend

    • Shrink Your Waist With The PERFECT Sit-UP (SIX PACK ABS!)

    • Sissy Squat - The forgotten quad building exercise of the pros

    • Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube

    • Mind Pump Free Resources
    Show more Show less
    36 mins