Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. * Mind Pump Fit Tip: You will not burn fat or build muscle unless you do this one thing first. (1:45) * The importance and value of trainers. (17:12) * Strategies for trainers to retain clients during the holiday season. (21:35) * More disturbing data on the loneliness epidemic. (25:06) * When your kids ask you questions about having a girlfriend. (32:44) * The best surgeons play video games. (38:20) * Expanding your mind with Brain.fm. (42:39) * Don’t mess with people’s kids! (45:41) * Don’t trust everything you read. (47:52) * Checking people with power and hope for America. (49:18) * Shout out to Mind Pump Kyle! (56:45) * #ListenerLive question #1 – Should I use the same philosophy training with bands, as I would with free weights? (57:42) * #ListenerLive question #2 – When I finish Split should I run another high-volume program since I've responded so well to it? Or should I change things up and give my body a break and do a MAPS 15 advance, or just challenge myself differently with Anabolic Advanced? (1:09:01) * #ListenerLive question #3 – I am wondering how much my steps should play a factor in my workout? (1:19:42) * #ListenerLive question #4 – Knowing that I am coming from this place of having a slow metabolism from overdoing cardio, do I stay the course with my own strength training programming or is there something else I can do to speed up my metabolism? (1:32:51) Related Links/Products Mentioned * Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com [live@mindpumpmedia.com] * Visit Kreatures of Habit: Meal One [http://www.kreaturesofhabit.com/mp] for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Black Friday Deals: 30% off site wide for first orders, including subscription orders. Sale is live from November 22nd - November 27th. ** * Visit Brain.fm [https://brain.fm/mindpump] for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** * EARLY ACCESS to Black Friday Sale [http://mapsfitnessproducts.com/] is open NOW! ALL MAPS Fitness Products 60% OFF. Coupon code BLACKFRIDAY. The code will expire Sunday December 1st. ** Each purchase enters you to win one of two 5 day stays at the Mind Pump Park City Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase - 10 entries, Program purchase - 5 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) - 1 entry. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. * Mind Pump #2060: Maximize Fat Loss With Continuous Glucose Monitors: Kara Collier [https://mindpumppodcast.com/2060-maximize-fat-loss-with-continuous-glucose-monitors-kara-collier/] * Train the Trainer Webinar Series [http://trainerwebinar.com/] * What is Causing Our Epidemic of Loneliness and How Can We Fix It? [https://www.gse.harvard.edu/ideas/usable-knowledge/24/10/what-causing-our-epidemic-loneliness-and-how-can-we-fix-it] * The impact of video games on training surgeons in the 21st century [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17309970/] * Visit Paleovalley [http://paleovalley.com/mindpump] for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Bone Broth Protein – BOGO – Buy one get one free! The discount is now automatically applied at checkout 15% off your first order! ** * Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLl4OfNJvCicJx1_6hCTRLB7tYnMkkqmMe] * Mind Pump #2080: Get Jacked With Bands! [https://mindpumppodcast.com/2080-get-jacked-with-bands/] * Visit Butcher Box [http://butcherbox.com/mindpump] for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer!  ** New users can select their choice between a whole turkey, turkey breast, or ham in their first box + $20 off ** * Mind Pump #2457: Four Mistakes That Destroy Your Metabolism [https://mindpumppodcast.com/2457-four-mistakes-that-destroy-your-metabolism/] * Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq0hKkwnW5Cw1wQqu455WrA] * Mind Pump Free Resources [http://www.mindpumpfree.com/] People Mentioned * Adeel Khan, MD (@dr.akhan [https://www.instagram.com/dr.akhan/]) Instagram   * Kyle P (@mindpumpkyle [https://www.instagram.com/mindpumpkyle/]) Instagram

* Mind Pump Fit Tip: Being sedentary is deadly. (2:33) * Why we lose function as we age. (15:03) * What Adam is doing to address his most recent injuries. (18:44) * Creatine as a sleep supplement. (25:28) * Adam’s new protein shake hack. (30:35) * The grossest meal the guys have made. (34:14) * The gummy trend is real! (38:14) * Patience wins. (42:20) * Shout out to Premiere Spine & Sport. (54:08) * #Quah question #1 – How do you know if you're doing enough cardio to kill muscle gains? (55:57) * #Quah question #2 – I’ve always wondered why if to maintain muscle you need to do a lot less, like 1/7-1/9 of the volume, but then why do bodybuilding competitors always do so much volume in prep to maintain their muscle? (59:01) * #Quah question #3 – How can you stay consistent in a calorie deficit when you struggle with binging at night? (1:02:55) * #Quah question #4 – How do I jumpstart my appetite? It seems like I'm never hungry and most days I go without eating much. How do I fix that? (1:06:43) Related Links/Products Mentioned * Visit Joovv [http://www.joovv.com/mindpump] for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Save up to $1,000 on a new Joovv system. Plus, 0% financing is available with payments starting as little as $34 a month! ** * Visit Organifi [https://www.organifishop.com/pages/mindpump] for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Free harmony & ceramic container w/ any 2 pouches. ** * Visit Transcend [http://www.mphormones.com/] for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Up to 35% off Select Peptide Bundles now through Nov. 30th! ** * EARLY ACCESS to the Black Friday Sale [http://mapsfitnessproducts.com] is open NOW! ** ALL MAPS Fitness Products 60% OFF. Coupon code BLACKFRIDAY. The code will expire on Sunday, December 1st. Each purchase enters you to win one of two 5-day stays at the Mind Pump Park City Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase - 10 entries, Program purchase - 5 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) - 1 entry. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. ** * Sitting is the new smoking: 'Truly a silent killer' [https://news.sanfordhealth.org/heart/sitting-is-the-new-smoking-truly-a-silent-killer/] * Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLl4OfNJvCicJx1_6hCTRLB7tYnMkkqmMe] * Common questions and misconceptions about creatine supplementation: what does the scientific evidence really show? [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7871530/] * Visit JOYMODE [http://tryjoymode.com/mindpump] for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order** * How Much Training is Necessary to Maintain Strength and Muscle? [https://bretcontreras.com/how-much-training-is-necessary-to-maintain-strength-and-muscle/] * How Phasing Your Workouts Leads to Consistent Plateau Free Workouts – Mind Pump Blog [https://www.mindpumpmedia.com/blog/how-phasing-your-workouts-leads-to-consistent-plateau-free-workouts] * Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq0hKkwnW5Cw1wQqu455WrA] * Mind Pump Free Resources [http://www.mindpumpfree.com/] People Mentioned * Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink [https://www.instagram.com/dr.justinbrink/]) Instagram * Dr. William Seeds (@williamseedsmd [https://www.instagram.com/williamaseedsmd/]) Instagram * Kyle P (@mindpumpkyle [https://www.instagram.com/mindpumpkyle/]) Instagram * Premiere Spine & Sport (@premiere_spine_sport [https://www.instagram.com/premiere_spine_sport/]) Instagram

Four Fat Loss Supplements That ACTUALLY Work * The top-selling category of supplements is fat-burning supplements. (1:10) * Explaining the fat loss process. (3:30) * Supplements for fat burning are broken down into three categories. (7:44) * The two most effective ways fat burners work. (12:21) * Four Fat Loss Supplements That ACTUALLY Work: * #1 - Protein powder (build more muscle to speed up metabolism). (15:09) * #2 - Caffeine (to help with increased movement). (17:52) * #3 - Ashwagandha (to help the adaptation process). (20:12) * #4 - Creatine (muscle building to speed up metabolism). (22:33) * Questions: * Can supplements really make a big difference in fat loss? (25:01) * Can a multivitamin help with fat loss? (26:57) * How low should I bring my calories for fat loss? (28:54) * Is it true that my sleep plays a role in fat loss? (31:58) Related Links/Products Mentioned * Visit Seed [https://seed.com/mindpump] 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** * EARLY ACCESS to the Black Friday Sale [http://mapsfitnessproducts.com] is open NOW! ** ALL MAPS Fitness Products 60% OFF. Coupon code BLACKFRIDAY. The code will expire on Sunday, December 1st. Each purchase enters you to win one of two 5-day stays at the Mind Pump Park City Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase - 10 entries, Program purchase - 5 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) - 1 entry. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. ** * Mind Pump #2457: Four Mistakes That Destroy Your Metabolism [https://mindpumppodcast.com/2457-four-mistakes-that-destroy-your-metabolism/] * Mind Pump #1387: Turning Your Body Into a Fat-Burning Machine [https://mindpumppodcast.com/1387-turning-your-body-into-a-fat-burning-machine/] * Mind Pump #1830: Five Steps to Determine Your ideal Caloric Intake [https://mindpumppodcast.com/1830-five-steps-to-determine-your-ideal-caloric-intake/] * Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLl4OfNJvCicJx1_6hCTRLB7tYnMkkqmMe] * Mind Pump #1345: 6 Ways to Optimize Sleep for Faster Muscle Gain and Fat Loss [https://mindpumppodcast.com/1345-6-ways-to-optimize-sleep-for-faster-muscle-gain-and-fat-loss/] * Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq0hKkwnW5Cw1wQqu455WrA] * Mind Pump Free Resources [http://www.mindpumpfree.com/]

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. * Mind Pump Fit Tip: if you want to get lean DON’T eat out. (2:23) * Turkeyflation! (12:28) * How Mind Pump does Thanksgiving. (16:00) * Not a shout-out. (20:19) * Adam updates the audience on his workout challenges and most recent body fat test. (22:54) * When your training behaviors manifest in your children’s actions. (40:48) * Don’t mess around with wild animals. (45:21) * Low-calorie AMAZING hot chocolate. (49:14) * Justin’s staple Christmas cocktail. (51:20) * Shout out to Jade’s Café! (52:33) * #ListenerLive question #1 – What is your experience with TRT and are there any good alternatives to TRT that might have fewer side effects? (54:32) * #ListenerLive question #2 – Do I need to be concerned about the number if my body composition is healthy and I have no negative side effects? (1:08:44) * #ListenerLive question #3 – What can I be doing to help increase the power, speed, and height of my kicks? (1:30:01) * #ListenerLive question #4 – Any advice on getting leads at my new personal training business? (1:41:41) Related Links/Products Mentioned * Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com [live@mindpumpmedia.com] * Visit Butcher Box [http://butcherbox.com/mindpump] for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer!  ** New users can select their choice between a whole turkey, turkey breast, or ham in their first box + $20 off ** * 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 [http://drinklmnt.com/MindPump] * EARLY ACCESS to the Black Friday Sale [http://mapsfitnessproducts.com/] is open NOW! ** ALL MAPS Fitness Products 60% OFF. Coupon code BLACKFRIDAY. The code will expire on Sunday, December 1st. Each purchase enters you to win one of two 5-day stays at the Mind Pump Park City Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase – 10 entries, Program purchase – 5 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) – 1 entry. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. ** * Calorie labels are often wildly inaccurate. Here’s how to prevent extra calories from derailing your diet. [https://www.insider.com/calorie-labels-arent-accurate-how-to-eat-healthy-diet-2021-5] * Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLl4OfNJvCicJx1_6hCTRLB7tYnMkkqmMe] * Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers [http://bioptimizers.com/mindpump] for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP10 at checkout** * Mind Pump #2320: Throw Away the Scale! [https://mindpumppodcast.com/2320-throw-away-the-scale/] * Mind Pump Fitness Coaching [https://mindpumpfitnesscoaching.com/] * Mind Pump #2465: How to Become a 6-Figure Trainer [https://mindpumppodcast.com/2465-how-to-become-a-6-figure-trainer/] * Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq0hKkwnW5Cw1wQqu455WrA] * Mind Pump Free Resources [http://www.mindpumpfree.com/] People Mentioned * Benjamin Kendrick (@kendrick_bbq [https://www.instagram.com/kendrick_bbq/]) Instagram * Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink [https://www.instagram.com/dr.justinbrink/]) Instagram * Jade's Cafe (@jadescafe [https://www.instagram.com/jadescafe/]) Instagram * Alex Hormozi (@hormozi [https://www.instagram.com/hormozi/]) Instagram

Personal Trainers & the Gym Industry with UFC Gym VP Don Cardona * Don’s first impression of Sal, and how their relationship was built. (2:01) * Building and inspiring other people. (5:47) * Gym culture then and now. (10:38) * Challenging moments early on. (13:50) * The differences in the club industry. (20:14) * Empowering the fitness professional through culture. (30:22) * How do we keep the RIGHT people? (32:58) * Attracting the best talent and bringing mixed martial arts to the masses. (42:59) * Merging Social and Brick & Mortar. (47:12) * The goal moving forward. (55:37) * Nailing the 4 F’s: Faith, family, fitness, and finances. (57:51) * Aging like fine wine. (1:00:39) Related Links/Products Mentioned * Visit NASM [http://nasmpt.com/] for this month’s exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Fitness and Nutrition Bundle – Buy CPT get CNC Free! ** Code MPMFNB at checkout ** * EARLY ACCESS to the Black Friday Sale [http://mapsfitnessproducts.com/] is open NOW! ** ALL MAPS Fitness Products 60% OFF. Coupon code BLACKFRIDAY. The code will expire on Sunday, December 1st. Each purchase enters you to win one of two 5-day stays at the Mind Pump Park City Vacation Home. Each winner will receive $1,000 cash for travel and food. Bundle purchase - 10 entries, Program purchase - 5 entries, ALL other MAPS purchases (mods, guides, etc.) - 1 entry. Winners will be announced and contacted in December. ** * Mind Pump #2465: How to Become a 6-Figure Trainer [https://mindpumppodcast.com/2465-how-to-become-a-6-figure-trainer/] * Mind Pump #1390: The State of the Gym Industry with UFC Gym President Adam Sedlack [https://mindpumppodcast.com/1390-the-state-of-the-gym-industry-with-ufc-gym-president-adam-sedlack/] * Mind Pump #1525: The Death of the Gym Industry?: A Reality Check With UFC Gym CEO Adam Sedlack [https://mindpumppodcast.com/1525-the-death-of-the-gym-industry-a-reality-check-with-ufc-gym-ceo-adam-sedlack/] * UFC Gym and Alta Global Launch Gym Programs in Costa Mesa & Huntington Beach, California: Part of a Global Rollout to 150+ UFC Gyms [https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ufc-gym-alta-global-launch-112000606.html] * Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq0hKkwnW5Cw1wQqu455WrA] * Mind Pump Free Resources [http://www.mindpumpfree.com/] Featured Guest/People Mentioned * Don Cardona (@dc.fit1 [https://www.instagram.com/dc.fit1/]) Instagram * Adam Sedlack (@ceoufcgym [https://www.instagram.com/ceoufcgym/]) Instagram  * Hany Rambod (@hanyrambod [https://www.instagram.com/hanyrambod/]) Instagram