Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

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 Important Factor to Focus on that Changes Everything Else. (1:54) Boosting your creativity and focus with science-backed music. (20:25) Doing a better job of reconnecting with family. (21:32) Pro or anti-sleepover's. (28:32) Kids say and do the darndest things. (37:37) Let's talk about farts. (38:18) What's up with the fog in California?! (46:59) Immoral marketing behavior. (51:32) The Shawn Ryan/Dan Crenshaw beef. (57:33) #Quah question #1 – I know that walking after eating has a lot of upsides. Does pace matter or is it just about the movement & being active? (1:00:02) #Quah question #2 – Is CrossFit doing more harm than good for those folks who are looking for quick weight loss results? (1:02:00) #Quah question #3 – What rules do you usually abide by during the Christmas holidays? 80/20? Do you recommend staying strict to a nutrition plan all the time? How many days can you eat cheat meals over the holidays without taking multiple steps back in your fitness journey? (1:03:58) #Quah question #4 – What is your best advice for creating better discipline and consistency? (1:07:28) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Eight Sleep for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump Listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP for up to $400 off the 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. ** Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** MAPS 15 Powerlift 50% half from Dec. 21-27th. Code DECEMBER50 at checkout. Mind Pump Store Associations between daily physical activity timing and sleep efficiency revealed by explainable machine learning Mind Pump #2518: Five Tips for Amazing Sleep (Listener Coaching) Mind Pump #2742: Can Music Make You Smarter? The Science Behind Brain-Boosting Sound Sniffing your own farts boosts brain power: study | New York Post Operation Sea-Spray - Wikipedia Dan Crenshaw vs Shawn Ryan Intensifies as Congressman 'Threatens Legal Action' Mind Pump #2402: The 5 Reasons Why Walking is King for Fat Loss (Burn More Fat than Running & How to Do it Correctly) Mind Pump # 2737: The ULTIMATE GAINZGIVING (Stay on Track Through The Holidays) | Mind Pump 2737 Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. John Delony (@johndelony) Instagram Shawn Ryan Show (@shawnryanshow) Instagram Dan Crenshaw (@dancrenshawtx) Instagram  

When Life Gets Busy, Your Fitness Should Shrink…Not Disappear! The fallacy of the "all or nothing" mentality. (1:36) Ah-ha moments when it comes to the mentality around doing shorter workouts. (6:22) Three general categories of how you use exercise. (10:18) What the data says about this style of exercise programming. (14:11) Consistency is KEY! (20:48) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get a free Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase! As always, LMNT offers no-questions-asked refunds on all orders. The 8-count LMNT Sample Pack doubles down on our most popular flavors: Citrus Salt, Raspberry Salt, Watermelon Salt, and Orange Salt (2 stick packs of each flavor): Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump MAPS 15 Powerlift 50% half from Dec. 21-27th. Code DECEMBER50 at checkout. Mind Pump Store Walking 8,000 steps just 1-2 days a week linked to significant health benefits Maintaining Physical Performance: The Minimal Dose of Exercise Needed to Preserve Endurance and Strength Over Time Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources  

  In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 10 Best Breakfast Foods for Lean Gains. (2:52) Elon is playing chess. (18:36) A homerun protein snack. (26:07) This new machine has Sal excited. (28:06) If you can be a collector of anything, what would that be? (30:33) When old styles become the new thing again. (37:45) Hack for parents with teenagers who are getting into strength training. (41:00) How much exercise do you need to KEEP the muscle you've already built? (46:38) Body contouring with red-light therapy. (49:38) It's about people, not money. (55:21) #ListenerCoaching call #1 – How to overcome constant muscle fatigue. (57:57) #ListenerCoaching call #2 – How to determine the next fitness focus after making significant progress. (1:07:35) #ListenerCoaching call #3 – Advice regarding daily protein intake without shakes and scaling unilateral exercises while following MAPS Split. (1:17:02) #ListenerCoaching call #4 – Advice and tips you may have for navigating my new endeavor of opening a small boutique personal training studio. (1:28:59) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get Coached by Mind Pump, live! Visit https://www.mplivecaller.com  Visit Crisp Power for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP10 for 20% off. Give your snack game a serious upgrade. Crisp Power Protein Pretzels deliver super crunchy and delicious snacks that are up to 28g of protein, low carb, zero sugar, and high in fiber! ** Visit Joovv for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP to get $50 off your first purchase. 0% financing available! ** MAPS 15 Powerlift 50% half from Dec. 21-27th. Code DECEMBER50 at checkout. Mind Pump Store SpaceX Will IPO in 2026. How Much Is SpaceX Stock Worth? Maintaining Physical Performance: The Minimal Dose of Exercise Needed to Preserve Endurance and Strength Over Time Effects of Red Light LED Therapy on Body Contouring HOME | Stoik Gym Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout 15% off your first order! ** Mind Pump #2450: The Smartest Way to Use Protein to Burn Fat & Build Muscle Mind Pump #2597: Before You Take Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro Listen to This! 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 Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram Jeremy L. Buendia (@jeremy_buendia) Instagram  

MAPS 15 Powerlift The importance of the Big 3. (1:31) Don't fall for the trap of looking like one of these top athletes. (4:10) Who this program is for. (7:58) Breaking down MAPS 15 Powerlift and what you will get following this style of programming. (9:00) Strengthening weak links and achieving PR's. (14:11) The next BIG trend is short/daily workouts. (16:21) Related Links/Products Mentioned MAPS 15 Powerlift 50% half from Dec. 21-27th. Code DECEMBER50 at checkout. Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP Buy one, get one 50% off for new customers, and 20% cash back for returning customers! ** Mind Pump Store Justin's Road to 315 Push Press Mind Pump #1152: Why You Should Powerlift Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources  

Mind Pump Fit Tip: Stress is Making You Fat! Here's how and how to fix it. (2:28) The most effective anti-inflammatory. (26:04) Hip thrust king! (28:19) Baby sumo. (31:27) Kids do the darndest things. (34:13) The delicate dance of getting your kids to do things they don't want to do. (36:48) Carnival genetics. (39:24) Effects of ultra-processed foods on kids. (41:32) American culture and consumption. (43:18) The importance of having a healthy microbiome on your skin. (49:42) #ListenerCoaching call #1 – How to structure the workout when hitting two or more muscle groups in the same workout. (55:38) #ListenerCoaching call #2 – How do you know when a low HRV score means you actually need to back off training, versus when it's just reflecting daily stress, hormones, or life chaos? (1:04:46) #ListenerCoaching call #3 – How to balance work/life, while trying to be an inspiring entrepreneur. (1:12:15) #ListenerCoaching call #4 – How can I continue to incorporate all of the things I love without losing muscle and strength gains, while also seeking optimal overall health outside of aesthetics (I deal with quite a bit of body dysmorphia)? (1:24:26) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get Coached by Mind Pump, live! Visit https://www.mplivecaller.com Visit Fatty15 for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit with code MINDPUMP ** Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP20 for 20% off your first order of their best products. ** MAPS 15 FORTY PLUS 50% half from Dec. 14-20th. Code DECEMBER50 at checkout. Mind Pump Store Purpose in life and stress: An individual-participant meta-analysis of 16 samples Gratitude enhances health, brings happiness - Harvard Health The importance of friendships in reducing brain responses to stress in adolescents exposed to childhood adversity: a preregistered systematic review Ultra-processed foods threaten brain health in kids and teens, review warns Australia's social media ban for kids under 16 goes into effect 'We fear people will end up in financial trouble.' Americans will spend a record $20 billion via buy-now-pay-later during the holidays. Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code 20MINDPUMP for 20% off your first month of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic. ** Mind Pump #2469: Compound Before Isolation Lifts are the Best, Except When They're Not (Listener Live Coaching) 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 #2560: How to Break Free from Destructive Body Image Issues Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Bret Contreras PhD (@bretcontreras1) Instagram Christopher M. Naghibi (@chrisnaghibi) Instagram Kyle P (@mindpumpkyle) Instagram