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2929: 5 "Health" Foods That Are Actually Sabotaging Your Diet
In this episode the guys break down 5 health foods you should probably avoid — roasted nuts and why they're one of the only whole natural foods that's hyper palatable and calorie dense enough to blow your deficit without realizing it, smoothies and juices and how blending dramati ... Show More
2 h
Yesterday
2928: Being Fat and Fit Is Objectively Better Than Being Skinny and Unfit — Here's the Data
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 why being fat and f ... Show More
1h 14m
Aug 20
2927: Why 80% of Beginners Quit (And the 5 Things That Actually Fix 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. Recommended combo for this episode: MAPS Starter + MAPS ... Show More
30m 46s
May 2023
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
32m 37s
Apr 2023
Ep. #1055: Q&A: Skinny Fat Solution, Adduction Machines, Rep Ranges For Calves, Workouts After Baby, & More
<p>Can you be both underweight and skinny fat? How do you fix it? If you’ve just had a baby, can you still workout? Should you make up missed workouts on rest days? Is it ok for your back to bend during deadlifts? Are Nordic curls worth doing? All of that and more in this Q&A ... Show More
24m 50s
Dec 2022
Ep. #1010: Q&A: “Boring” Training, How to Grow Calves, New Books, 1-Rep Max Testing, and More
<p>Why are calves so hard to grow? Are cool downs necessary? Can Bulgarian split squats replace barbell squats? When will I do a live, in-person meet-and-greet? Why do some people find the carnivore diet so helpful? How can you maintain progress while on an international vacation ... Show More
31m 40s
Jan 2024
Ep. #1130: Q&A: Wine and Fat Loss, Building Aerobic Fitness, NMN Supplements, Low Back Tightness, & More
<p>How can you manage lower back pain during workouts? What's really happening when you're feeling full on a calorie deficit? And is the X-3 Bar a worthwhile investment?</p><p>In this episode, I'll explore these topics and many more, giving you the insights you need to adjust you ... Show More
35m 36s
Jan 2022
Ep. #861: Q&A: Early Morning Training, BCAAs and EAAs, X3 Bar System, 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
28m 24s
Feb 2024
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>
<p>Plus, I offer advice for new personal trainers, discuss my tho ... Show More
40m 36s
Aug 2023
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>
<p>In this episode, I address these questions and more, sourced from my Instagram followers who participate in m ... Show More
24m 25s
Nov 2023
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
33m 47s
Aug 2023
Ep. #1103: Q&A: Current Training Goals, Lower Back Pain, My 5 Favorite HIIT Workouts, & More
<p>How should you train if you can’t progressively overload anymore? </p>
<p>What are my current training goals?</p>
<p>Is walking or HIIT better for weight loss?</p>
<p>In this episode, I take on these questions and more, sourced from my Instagram followers who participate in my ... Show More
32m 54s
Feb 2022
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
26m 18s
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: Should you eat breakfast? Or what should you do before you eat breakfast? (1:45)
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When a rebrand makes something cool again. (26:14)
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Why are we policing the internet all of a sudden? (32:26)
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The trends around fitness with Gen Z. (41:05)
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Fun Facts with Justin: A surprising athlete who promoted their own fitness book. (42:40)
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The evolution of the modern athlete. (44:34)
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The most expensive collectibles. (49:06)
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Looking 'buffer' in State & Liberty. (54:26)
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Shout out to the Mind Pump Trainers Instagram. (57:08)
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#Quah question #1 - Can you please give me more details on why our body needs rest days and time to recover & adapt? I've heard it over and over and still have this drive that makes me want to work hard every day. It's hard for me to slow down and really give my body a rest, and I am fatigued. On a practical level, what can I tell myself and how can I convince myself that it's safe to take a rest day and I won't lose progress? (58:26)
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#Quah question #2 - What's the importance of 'time under tension' in the context of building strength vs size? (1:05:30)
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#Quah question #3 - My range of motion and form gets compromised as I lift heavier. Is it better to go lighter and get a deeper range of motion & more control or stay heavier with a more limited range of motion? (1:11:15)
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#Quah question #4 - How many warm-up sets do you suggest? As you progress through the workout and get to the 3rd and 4th exercises do you need as many warm-up sets? (1:15:57)
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