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2919: 5 Tips for Bigger Arms (The Mistakes Most People Make Without Realizing It)
MAPS BOGO: https://mapsbogo.com Buy one get one free — mix and match any of the top 10 most popular programs (Anabolic, Aesthetic, Performance, 15 Minutes, Anywhere, Symmetry, Starter, Muscle Mommy, Powerlift, 40+) for $157. In this episode the guys break down 5 tips for bigger a ... Show More
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Yesterday
2918: 5 Ways to Fix Obesity That Actually Stick Long Term
In this episode the guys break down 5 easy ways to fix obesity that are sustainable long term — injecting more movement into your daily life in small ways, avoiding hyper-palatable drug-like processed foods, lifting weights occasionally (even just once or twice a week is enough), ... Show More
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MAPS BOGO: https://mapsbogo.com Buy one get one free — mix and match any of the top 10 most popular programs (Anabolic, Aesthetic, Performance, 15 Minutes, Anywhere, Symmetry, Starter, Muscle Mommy, Powerlift, 40+) for $157. In this episode the guys break down exactly how strong ... Show More
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Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer, and Justin Andrews of Mind Pump, join Tom to discuss the truth behind fitness and how the industry has led us astray. [ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 5-26-18].SHOW NOTES How Mind Pump was created [01:03] Why vulnerability set them apart [04:46] Why self-hate isn ... Show More
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Ep. #864: Q&A: Squat Depth, Bitcoin, Microwaving Food, Liver King, and More
<p>This podcast is a Q&A, but it’s a bit different from the kind you’ll typically find here on Muscle For Life.</p><p>In my usual Q&A episodes, I take a question from email or Instagram and then fully answer it in an episode of the podcast every week.</p><p>However, over ... Show More
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Ep. #1010: Q&A: “Boring” Training, How to Grow Calves, New Books, 1-Rep Max Testing, and More
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Ep. #1138: Q&A: Optimal Cardio for Heart Health, Intermittent Fasting Update, How to Find Your Passion, & More
<p>In this episode, I answer your questions about optimizing strength and hypertrophy phases, whether the latest research changes my view on intermittent fasting, and how much cardio is ideal for heart health. </p>
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Ep. #1109: Q&A: Restarting Training After a Break, Bicep Strength Imbalances, Gym Shaming, & More
<p>Wondering how to kickstart your training after a long break? Is gym shaming a good or bad thing? What would I be doing with my life if I hadn’t started Legion? </p>
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Ep. #1119: Q&A: Protein on the Go, Deadlift & Squat Variations, Whey Isolate for Acne, Mushroom Coffee, & More
<p>Ever been curious about different ways to hit your protein targets when you're always on the move? </p>
<p>Or perhaps you've considered GABA supplements for stress and anxiety? In this episode, I delve into these questions and many others that come directly from my dedicated f ... Show More
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November 2024 Instagram Q&A | ETP#175
Once again it’s time for our Monthly Instagram Q&A for November 2024.This month we are talking Heart Rate Recovery, a bit more on abbreviated training, calf training, we talk a little bit of shit on deli meats, home gym Zone 2 training and more. Always a big thank you to the Eat ... Show More
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Ep. #1073: Q&A: Protein, Carb, and Creatine Timing, Fasted Training, Workout Routines (4- Vs. 5-Day), & More
<p>Does protein before bed impact your sleep? How do you prevent muscle breakdown if you can only train fasted in the morning before breakfast?</p>
<p>Will training 5 days per week give better results than 4 days per week? Are gluten allergies and intolerance real, or just anothe ... Show More
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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.
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Mind Pump Fit Tip: The next time you hear a diet/fitness influencer say reverse dieting doesn't work, turn them off, they are morons. (2:00)
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Highlighting how much we strive for the recognition of our peers. (12:20)
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The power of genetics. (23:38)
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The ultimate performance stack from Organifi. (32:25)
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Loving your kid more than yourself. (33:34)
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Love is an action. (39:20)
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Sal's new TRT strategy. (47:14)
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Butcher Box's CRAZY Black Friday deal. (52:55)
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Is the human extinction movement a real thing? (56:39)
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Shout out to Edgar Goulas. (58:39)
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#Quah question #1 - What do the different foot and leg positions work on a leg press machine? (1:00:48)
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#Quah question #2 - Is it possible to increase BMR beyond what traditional calculators say simply with reverse dieting and strength training? (1:07:04)
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#Quah question #3 - Is cold plunging post-workout worth the tradeoff of blunting the muscle-building signal if it leads to better recovery, and therefore, more frequency and volume? (1:09:50)
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#Quah question #4 - Did you all train while in London? What did your nutrition look like? What new foods did you guys try? (1:16:01)
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