Podcast · 328 episodes
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth, page 13
by Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer, Justin Andrews, Doug Egge · English
MindPump exposes the RAW TRUTH about health, fitness, nutrition and more... Hosts Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer & Justin Andrews pull back the curtain on the mythology, snake oil and pseudo-science that pervades the fitness industry and present science-backed solutions that result in increased muscular development and performance while simultaneously emphasizing health. No fitness institution or fitness "truth" is safe from their quick wit and over 40 years of combined experience in the fitness industry. Produced by Doug Egge. Find Mind Pump and the Mind Pump hosts on Instragram @mindpumpmedia, @mindpumpsal, @mindpumpadam, @mindpumpjustin & @mindpumpdoug and at mindpumppodcast.com. Get expertly programmed Mind Pump training protocols at mapsfitnessproducts.com
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2670: Pilates, Yoga, Running, CrossFit, & Strength Training Face Off!Mind Pump episode comparing five popular exercise modalities—Pilates, Yoga, Running, CrossFit, and Strength Training—covering history, demographics, pros/cons, and which best fits different goals…25 Aug 2025 · 37 min · 12 chapters
2669: The 3-Step "SBC" Weight-Loss Framework That Works Every Time & More (Listener Live Coaching)The Mind Pump hosts teach a “3-step SBC” weight-loss framework (Strength, Build metabolic rate, Cut) and coach listener questions live, arguing it’s designed for long-term maintenance rather than…23 Aug 2025 · 1 h 40 min · 37 chapters
2668: Two-Day a Week 30-Min At-Home Dumbbell Workout Program for Muscle & Fat Loss & More (Listener Coaching)Listener coaching on the “minimum effective dose” for strength training and fat loss/muscle gain, arguing that most people only need two structured dumbbell sessions per week (30 minutes each) plus…22 Aug 2025 · 1 h 17 min · 32 chapters
2667: The Truth About New "Magical" Muscle Building Drugs & More With Dr. William SeedsDr. William Seeds explains peptide science and “magical” muscle-building drug claims, arguing peptides work by addressing root-cause cellular dysfunction (cell signaling, mitochondrial function,…21 Aug 2025 · 1 h 33 min · 29 chapters
2666: Eight Fitness & Diet Lies That Will Make You Fat & Unhealthy (Listener Live Coaching)Listener live coaching on eight “fitness & diet lies” that allegedly lead to fat gain and poor health, plus brief discussion of GLP-1s, hormone testing, exercise choices, and diet myths (plant-based,…20 Aug 2025 · 1 h 44 min · 33 chapters
2665: Why "Science-Based" Lifting Is Killing Your GainsMind Pump episode 2665 argues that “science-based” lifting alone can “kill your gains” because studies are incomplete and don’t account for real-world training.18 Aug 2025 · 29 min · 14 chapters
2664: Why Gaining Body Fat May be the Key to Getting the Results You Want & More (Listener Live Coaching)The hosts coach callers on why plateaued fat-loss efforts may improve by gaining (not losing) body fat, using body-fat percentage ranges tied to health, performance, and hormones.16 Aug 2025 · 1 h 46 min · 47 chapters
2663: Mid-Range, Stretch & Squeeze for Maximum Gains & More (Listener Coaching)Listener coaching on exercise selection and workout order for hypertrophy, framed as “mid-range, stretch, squeeze” (plus a long segment on sodium/electrolytes for performance and hydration, and some…15 Aug 2025 · 1 h 22 min · 34 chapters
2662: Ten Reasons Why Your Butt is Flat (& What to do About It)How to build glutes/butt and why it stays “flat,” with 10 reasons and fixes (calories, strength, exercise selection, technique, reps, rest, sleep, training volume, patience, and avoiding…14 Aug 2025 · 26 min · 10 chapters
2661: Nine Old Forgotten Training Methods That Can Make You Fit and Tough & More (Listener Live Coaching)Mind Pump episode 2661 is a listener-coaching show that also teaches “nine old forgotten training methods” aimed at getting people fit and tough.13 Aug 2025 · 1 h 45 min · 41 chapters
2660: Dr. Autumn SmithDr. Autumn Smith discusses “food as medicine,” paleo-style diet changes for gut and mental health, Paleo Valley/Wild Pastures products (especially fermented meat sticks and bone broth protein), and…11 Aug 2025 · 1 h 18 min · 38 chapters
2659: Eight Ways to Build a Crushing Grip & Strong Forearms & More (Listener Live Coaching)Live listener coaching on building crushing grip and stronger forearms, plus a discussion on food label inaccuracies (especially protein), shilajit research, and a broader conversation about…9 Aug 2025 · 1 h 53 min · 42 chapters
2658: Nine Tips to Gain 5 Pounds of Lean Muscle in 60 Days & More (Listener Coaching)Listener coaching on gaining ~5 pounds of lean muscle in 60 days, plus a discussion on exercise for depression and several health/supplement news items.8 Aug 2025 · 1 h 10 min · 31 chapters
2657: The Over-50 Fitness & Health PlanMind Pump episode 2657 lays out an “over-50 fitness & health plan” covering strength training, daily activity, diet, sleep, and key supplements.7 Aug 2025 · 31 min · 12 chapters
2656: Machines Vs. Free Weight... The Final Debate! & More (Listener Live Coaching)Mind Pump episode 2656 is a “final debate” between free weights and machines, plus listener live coaching and a few off-topic stories.6 Aug 2025 · 1 h 44 min · 39 chapters
2655: Ten Cardio Hacks for Fat Loss, Health & Endurance“Ten Cardio Hacks for Fat Loss, Health & Endurance” (Mind Pump) argues cardio works best when programmed intentionally—timing, splitting sessions, choosing low-friction modalities, and avoiding…4 Aug 2025 · 29 min · 13 chapters
2654: The 5 Secret Workout Program Hacks for Maximum Gains & More (Listener Live Coaching)Listener live coaching on workout programming “hacks” for maximum gains, plus a long intro covering fitness science, fat loss, muscle building, and current events.2 Aug 2025 · 1 h 58 min · 39 chapters
2653: Ten Ways to Dramatically Improve Workout Consistency & More (Listener Coaching)Listener coaching on how to dramatically improve workout consistency using behavior-based habits (plus some diet/mindset and current-events discussion).1 Aug 2025 · 1 h 12 min · 31 chapters
2652: How Undereating is Making You Fat & UnhealthyUnder-eating (too few calories/nutrients for too long) can cause plateau, “skinny fat,” muscle loss, worse health, poorer workout/recovery, low mood, sleep disruption, nutrient deficiencies, hormone…31 Jul 2025 · 25 min · 7 chapters
2651: Four Secret Hacks for Superhuman Strength“Four Secret Hacks for Superhuman Strength” on Mind Pump. The hosts argue strength is limited by more than muscle size, and outline four trainable factors: central nervous system (CNS) output, tendon…30 Jul 2025 · 1 h 45 min · 41 chapters
2650: Top 7 Underrated SupplementsMind Pump episode 2650 discusses “top 7 underrated supplements” that many people overlook despite data suggesting benefits.28 Jul 2025 · 25 min · 12 chapters
2649: Top 9 Exercises for Each Body Part Based on EMG Research & More (Listener Live Coaching)Listener live coaching plus a data-driven “top 9 exercises for each body part” list using EMG (electromyography) muscle-activation studies, with discussion of why EMG doesn’t fully predict…26 Jul 2025 · 1 h 59 min · 51 chapters
2648: Nine Reasons Getting Stronger is the Best Physical Pursuit & More (Listener Coaching)Mind Pump listener coaching arguing that strength training is the “base” physical pursuit that carries over to endurance, flexibility, power, and pain relief; plus discussion of parenting stages from…25 Jul 2025 · 1 h 12 min · 23 chapters
2647: Five Easy Steps to Lose 15 Pounds in 60 DaysMind Pump’s 60-day challenge promising ~15 pounds of fat loss in 60 days via “five easy steps”: eat only whole, one-ingredient foods; hit protein equal to target body weight in grams; eat every meal…24 Jul 2025 · 23 min · 10 chapters