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Aug 2024
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2413: The Best Way to Build Muscle With ...

SAL DI STEFANO, ADAM SCHAFER, JUSTIN ANDREWS, DOUG EGGE
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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. 

  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Here’s what happens to your body when you quit sugar for 14 days. (2:09)

  • Using GLP-1s for behavior modification. (9:37)

  • Another HUGE win for the free market. (18:56)

  • Mind Pump’s go to arcade games. (28:46)

  • Kids say the darndest things. (33:11)

  • Recapping Justin’s 70s-themed dance party. (35:43)

  • Fun Facts with Justin: Fire ants predator fly. (43:52)

  • The variance in the guy's social feeds. (49:01)

  • The power of certain brands. (51:55)

  • Shout out to Dr. Stephanie Estima! (55:00)

  • #Quah question #1 - What is the best approach to calisthenics for building muscle and how often can you train with this style? (56:21)

  • #Quah question #2 - Are inversion tables and boots worth it? (1:01:11)

  • #Quah question #3 - When should you use a foam roller, therapy gun, or stretching for recovery? (1:03:48)

  • #Quah question #4 - After so many years in the fitness industry, what are some of the things that still get you excited about it? (1:06:57)

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