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Jan 2025
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Ben Azadi
About this episode

Today, I am blessed to host a conversation with fitness expert Sal Di Stefano, co-founder of Mind Pump Media. We delve into sustainable strategies for fat loss and muscle building. Sal emphasizes the importance of strength training, avoiding processed foods, and prioritizing protein intake. He also discusses the significance of proper recovery, the benefits of a fast metabolism, and the role of creatine. Sal advises against relying solely on the scale for progress and highlights the importance of sleep and dietary flexibility. Together, we provide practical tips for achieving long-term health and fitness goals.


Show Highlights:


  • Discussion on metabolism and its complexities.
  • Strategies for sustainable fat loss and muscle building.
  • Importance of strength training for enhancing metabolism.
  • Dietary recommendations, including avoiding processed foods and prioritizing protein intake.
  • The role of general activity, such as walking after meals, in improving health.
  • Insights on the limitations of using the scale as a measure of progress.
  • The significance of recovery and monitoring signs of overtraining.
  • The impact of sleep on metabolic health and recovery.
  • Recommendations for dietary variation to promote metabolic flexibility.
  • The influence of social media on body image and self-perception.


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