Podcast · 328 episodes
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth, page 4
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
All episodes, page 4
2886: The 5 Steps to Becoming the Fittest You've Ever Been (For Life This Time)Mind Pump episode focused on “the 5 steps to becoming the fittest you’ve ever been (for life this time),” defining fitness as a long-term quality-of-life enhancer rather than a short-lived aesthetic…24 Jun 2026 · 1 h 50 min · 41 chapters
2885: How to Get Six-Pack Abs in 4–6 Weeks: Track Calories, Eat High Protein, and Strength Train Your CoreHow to get visible six-pack abs in 4–6 weeks by combining calorie tracking, a high-protein diet, and strength training your core (plus minimizing bloat).22 Jun 2026 · 24 min · 8 chapters
2884: These 5 Exercises Are Almost Never Done Right (And It's Hurting Your Progress)The episode is a coaching call-in where Mind Pump (Sal DiStefano, Adam Schaefer, Justin Andrews) argues that five common exercises are “almost never done right,” so people waste time, train the wrong…20 Jun 2026 · 1 h 49 min · 34 chapters
2883: The 5 Most Popular Workout Styles Ranked (Pros, Cons and Who Should Do Each)The hosts rank five popular workout styles—Pilates, yoga, bodybuilding, powerlifting, and “hybrid training”—covering pros/cons and who each is best for.19 Jun 2026 · 1 h 12 min · 26 chapters
2882: Hormones, Peptides & Body Transformation with Phil Vella CEO of Vita Bella HealthPhil Vella, CEO of Vita Bella Health, discusses the hormone/peptide industry, emphasizing risks of the “gray market” (research peptides sold without medical oversight) and contrasting it with…18 Jun 2026 · 1 h 15 min · 35 chapters
2881: The Right Way to Use a GLP Without Losing MuscleHow to use GLP-1/“GLP” weight-loss drugs (Ozempic/Mounjaro/Wegovy/Victoza mentioned) to lose fat while minimizing muscle loss, plus live caller coaching and a probiotic/essential amino acid…17 Jun 2026 · 2 h 9 min · 45 chapters
2880: The Program That Built Mind Pump: 10 Years & 100,000 TransformationsMind Pump’s 10-year anniversary episode celebrating MAPS Anabolic’s origin and why it became their most popular fitness program, plus a relaunch with updated content and live coaching.15 Jun 2026 · 34 min · 13 chapters
2879: How to Eat Carbs for Muscle Gains and Fat Loss (The Full Breakdown)How to eat carbohydrates to support muscle gain and fat loss, including why “no-carb” diets are usually a bad long-term idea, how to set carb/fat ranges, and practical timing and food choices.13 Jun 2026 · 1 h 52 min · 39 chapters
2878: Why You're Losing Muscle While Trying to Lose Fat (And How to Fix It)The “muscle paradox” during fat loss—why people lose muscle while trying to lose fat, especially with GLP-1/GLP-1-like drugs, and how to prevent it.12 Jun 2026 · 1 h 17 min · 25 chapters
2877: The Best Workout Strategy If You Want to Lose Weight (Step by Step)Best step-by-step strategy to lose body fat/weight: strength training beats cardio for fat loss when diet is controlled; then add daily steps and whole-food, high-protein eating.11 Jun 2026 · 31 min · 11 chapters
2876: GLP-1, Wearables & Longevity Fads; The Fitness Traps Nobody Warns You AboutFitness traps in 2026, focusing on (1) over-reliance on wearables/tech, (2) GLP-1/peptide longevity and weight-loss fads, (3) chasing longevity “hacks” over basics, and (4) chasing aesthetics over…10 Jun 2026 · 1 h 41 min · 38 chapters
2875: How to Look Your Best This Summer (With 30 Days or Less)Summer “look your best” hacks within 30 days, emphasizing short-term appearance changes (carb/water manipulation, training tweaks, and diet cleanup) rather than extreme fat loss.8 Jun 2026 · 26 min · 13 chapters
2874: The Best Variations to Explode Your Squat, Deadlift and Bench PressLive coaching on how to “explode” strength in the squat, deadlift, and bench press using specific variations and accessory work, plus a brief discussion of happiness trends and sunburn/skin…6 Jun 2026 · 1 h 43 min · 40 chapters
2873: The Best Way to Train for Strength AND Endurance at the Same TimeHow to train for both strength and endurance at the same time, comparing three programming options (same workout, different days, alternating weeks), plus a discussion on GLP-1 drugs…5 Jun 2026 · 1 h 51 min · 36 chapters
2872: Why Going Off Your Diet Can Actually Help You Lose More FatThe episode argues that planned “diet breaks” (scheduled increases in calories during a fat-loss diet) can improve fat loss outcomes versus continuous dieting.4 Jun 2026 · 25 min · 12 chapters
2871: 6 Things That Are Destroying Your Muscle (Without You Knowing)How to lose muscle and get “skinny fat” without realizing it, framed as six common mistakes: excessive cardio, low protein, poor sleep, nutrient deficiencies, ignoring gut health, and heavy alcohol…3 Jun 2026 · 1 h 50 min · 40 chapters
2870: 6 Signs You're Not Training Hard Enough (And How to Fix It)Mind Pump episode 2870 argues that intensity—how hard you work—is the biggest driver of progress, and that many people train too gently.1 Jun 2026 · 24 min · 8 chapters
2869: The Best Strategies for Getting a Crazy Pump (That Actually Work)How to get a “crazy pump” during strength training, and why pump is tied to muscle-building conditions (hydration, sodium, carbs, technique), plus a discussion on training older clients and a…30 May 2026 · 1 h 40 min · 38 chapters
2868: Every Lifter Should Do This at Least Once — The Case for PowerliftingThe hosts argue that powerlifting-style training (bench, squat, deadlift, overhead press) should be done at least occasionally by most lifters, regardless of whether their goal is muscle gain, fat…29 May 2026 · 1 h 6 min · 28 chapters
2867: Groundbreaking Technology for Pain, Sleep, Athletic Performance & More Jay Dhaliwal - Super PatchFounder Jay Dhaliwal explains Super Patch’s “haptic” skin patches—no drugs or supplements—that he claims can reduce pain, improve sleep, enhance athletic performance, and affect other outcomes by…28 May 2026 · 1 h 20 min · 41 chapters
2866: Stop Adding Weight to the Bar — 5 Times It's Actually Hurting YouMind Pump episode answering live callers’ questions, centered on when strength training should NOT mean “add weight to the bar,” plus related guidance on injury risk, cutting calories, exercise…27 May 2026 · 2 h 7 min · 49 chapters
2865: Hit PRs Doing Less & Lifting SmarterMind Pump episode 2685 argues you can hit PRs by doing less strength training but practicing smarter: fewer lifts, short daily sessions, and avoiding fatigue.25 May 2026 · 24 min · 15 chapters
2864: America's Most Jacked Cities, Parasite Cleanses, Coaching Callers on Building Muscle, Bone Density & Fat LossA live coaching episode covering (1) a study ranking “America’s most jacked cities” using gym concentration and protein intake, (2) Organifi’s “Parasite Cleanse Kit” and claims about common,…23 May 2026 · 2 h 1 min · 45 chapters
2863: The Top 10 Healthiest States In AmericaMind Pump episode 2863 discusses “The Top 10 Healthiest States in America,” using longevity as the outcome.22 May 2026 · 1 h 2 min · 30 chapters