Podcast · 328 episodes
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth, page 5
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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2862: Why Your Bulk Is Making You Fat (And How to Fix It)How to bulk/build muscle without gaining excess body fat, using a “reverse diet” style approach (slowly increasing calories above maintenance), plus guidance on calories, macros, training, sleep,…21 May 2026 · 27 min · 14 chapters
2861: If You're Not Building Muscle, You're Probably One of These 5 People | Mind Pump 2861Mind Pump episode 2861 argues that most people who “can’t build muscle” fall into one of five patterns: Confusion Carl (constantly changing exercises and never practicing key lifts long enough to…20 May 2026 · 1 h 40 min · 43 chapters
2860: Short Daily Workouts vs. Full Body 3x a Week: Which One Actually Gets You More Results?Compares short daily workouts (~15–20 minutes) versus full-body training 2–3x/week (45–60 minutes), assuming equal total volume/sets.18 May 2026 · 29 min · 15 chapters
2859: Take a Week Off and Gain 21% More Muscle — Here's the ScienceThe Mind Pump episode focuses mainly on workout deloads and muscle gain, arguing that taking planned time off can improve hypertrophy outcomes.16 May 2026 · 1 h 51 min · 41 chapters
2858: 5 Weird Tricks That Trigger Fast Muscle GrowthFast muscle growth “weird tricks” (short-term, 3–6 weeks) plus a discussion on human behavior, technology/time-saving predictions, politics/news distraction, and supplements.14 May 2026 · 1 h 8 min · 28 chapters
2857: How to Build Generational Wealth That Actually Lasts (It's Not About Money) w/ Scott DonnellGenerational wealth that lasts is not primarily about maximizing net worth; it’s about “heritage” (values, relationships, mindsets, stories, identity, and financial competencies) that stabilizes kids…14 May 2026 · 1 h 40 min · 45 chapters
2856: BIGGEST HEALTH LIES ! Stop Following This Advice , It's Been Wrong for 40 Years | Mind Pump 2856Mind Pump episode arguing that mainstream health guidelines from the last 30–40 years were “lies” that led to widespread sickness and obesity.13 May 2026 · 1 h 50 min · 40 chapters
2855: 4 Simple Steps to Lose Weight After 30 (What Actually Works for Women)Weight loss for women over 30, framed as four “simple steps” that work in real life by prioritizing adherence and long-term results over short-term dieting.11 May 2026 · 30 min · 16 chapters
2854: The Optimal Sets & Reps at Every Intensity ! Soviet Science ExplainsSoviet sports science training principles for strength/power, focusing on optimal sets/reps by intensity, avoiding constant high intensity/failure, and using structured periodization and plyometrics.9 May 2026 · 1 h 47 min · 51 chapters
2853: How to Build 5 Pounds of Muscle in 30 Days (Step by Step)Whether it’s possible to build 5 pounds of muscle in 30 days, and how to do it step-by-step (deload, diet, sleep, training changes, and accepting some fat gain).8 May 2026 · 1 h 18 min · 38 chapters
2852: The Overtraining Signs Fitness Fanatics Always MissSix “weird” early signs of overtraining (doing more than necessary), plus what to do (e.g., deload/cut volume) and a bonus sign: repeated illness.7 May 2026 · 25 min · 11 chapters
2851: The Real Reason You Can't Stay Consistent (It's Not Motivation)Why people can’t stay consistent with workouts, arguing it’s not motivation but five values that make exercise sustainable: enjoyment, mental health benefits, physical health (strength/lack of pain),…6 May 2026 · 1 h 52 min · 43 chapters
2850: Our Biggest Workout Programming Realization in the Past 10 YearsMind Pump hosts discuss their biggest workout programming breakthrough: MAPS 15, a 15-minute-a-day strength training approach designed to maximize results with minimal time and fatigue, improving…4 May 2026 · 25 min · 9 chapters
2849: Are Deadlifts Actually Dangerous? The Truth About So Called Risky ExercisesWhether deadlifts are “actually dangerous” versus being valuable when treated as a skill and progressed properly.2 May 2026 · 1 h 31 min · 32 chapters
2848: The #1 Longevity Factor Nobody Talks About (It's Not the Gym)Longevity factors ranked by contribution to all-cause mortality, arguing the “#1 longevity factor nobody talks about” is daily movement/activity (not just the gym).1 May 2026 · 1 h 21 min · 35 chapters
2847: DNA Is More Complex Than Any Software Ever Written. So Who Wrote It? | Stephen MeyerStephen Meyer argues that recent discoveries in cosmology and biology point to intelligent design rather than undirected materialism.30 Apr 2026 · 1 h 47 min · 36 chapters
2846: Why People Quit Personal Trainers (And Whether AI Can Replace Them)Why people quit personal trainers (cost, lack of personalization, boredom, scheduling, and trainer behavior) and whether AI can replace coaching.29 Apr 2026 · 1 h 47 min · 35 chapters
2845: Full Body vs. Push Pull Legs - Which Split Builds More Muscle?Full-body vs. push-pull-legs (PPL) split for building muscle, with a focus on consistency, training “feel,” intensity, and exercise selection; includes promo for MAPS PPL (3 days/week, moderate…27 Apr 2026 · 26 min · 8 chapters
2844: You're Destroying Your Bones Without Knowing It, Here's the FixThe episode focuses on preventing and reversing age-related bone loss (osteopenia/osteoporosis) through strength training and adequate nutrition, plus related health/fall-risk arguments.25 Apr 2026 · 1 h 49 min · 47 chapters
2843: The Newbie Gains Hack That Works After Years of TrainingMind Pump episode 2843 is a listener-question Q&A focused on fitness and health, plus a long “intro” that covers studies, current events, and sponsor topics.24 Apr 2026 · 1 h 19 min · 30 chapters
2842: How to Calculate Your Macros ; The Complete Beginner to Advanced GuideExplains what “macros” are (protein, fat, carbs), why tracking them matters for body composition and how you feel, and how to calculate macro targets.23 Apr 2026 · 27 min · 12 chapters
2841: The #1 Reason You Keep Failing at Fitness (It's Not What You Think)The #1 reason people keep failing at fitness is wrong motivation—fixating on appearance (mirror/scale) instead of building a complete, long-term relationship with fitness that carries you through…22 Apr 2026 · 1 h 52 min · 49 chapters
2840: Breakthrough Muscle Building Peptides with Jay CampbellJay Campbell discusses muscle-building peptides and related metabolic strategies, arguing that modern bodybuilding aesthetics and fat loss are hindered by carb-phobia and aromatase inhibitor (AI) use.20 Apr 2026 · 1 h 18 min · 36 chapters
2839: Stop Cutting. Build Instead. The Science of Getting Lean the Right Way.The Mind Pump hosts argue that people trying to get lean should stop “cutting” (aggressive calorie restriction) and instead “build” muscle via strength training and a high-protein diet.18 Apr 2026 · 2 h · 42 chapters