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  • 2732: The Best Workout, Diet, and Supplement Routine for Men Over 40

    2732: The Best Workout, Diet, and Supplement Routine for Men Over 40
    Nov 20 2025

    The Best Workout, Diet, and Supplement Routine for Men Over 40

    • The importance of individualization and cautioning buyers of trendy fitness influencer programs. (1:35)

    • Look good, feel good: Why 80% of the max potential is working out two days a week, and consistency is the most important thing. (5:51)

    • The Best Workout, Diet, and Supplement Routine for Men Over 40

    • The Workout: What the exercises look like and why we picked them. (10:29)

    • The Diet. (21:42)

    • The Supplements. (29:40)

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    People Mentioned

    • Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym) Instagram

    • Stan "Rhino" Efferding (@stanefferding) Instagram
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    33 mins
  • 2731: The Ultimate Muscle Building Diet (Without Getting Fat)

    2731: The Ultimate Muscle Building Diet (Without Getting Fat)
    Nov 19 2025
    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The Ultimate Muscle (NOT FAT) Building Diet. (3:15) The hidden benefits of manuka honey. (23:25) Drinking without Zbiotics sucks! (25:35) Adam openly shares his struggles with a recent Kratom withdrawal. (30:54) Previewing Adam's recent interview with Adam Lane Smith. (57:59) Shout out to Father Steve! (58:16) #ListenerCoaching call #1 – How to lean out while managing consistent back tightness despite high activity, and whole-food eating. (1:02:27) #ListenerCoaching call #2 – I've hit a weight-loss plateau, and I don't know how to overcome that. (1:20:14) #ListenerCoaching call #3 – How do I know when to increase my weights, and get rid of my mid-section pooch? (1:27:53) #ListenerCoaching call #4 – Using Chat GPT as a trainer vs. an experienced live trainer. (1:34:36) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get Coached by Mind Pump, live! Visit https://www.mplivecaller.com Visit Manukora for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Get $150 off your first order with their Black Friday Starter Kit (through Dec. 2nd), which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 35 honey travel sticks, a wooden and a guidebook! Code MINDPUMP at checkout. **Visit Pre-Alcohol by ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MINDPUMP25 for 15% off first-time purchasers on either one-time purchases, (3, 6, 12-packs) or subscriptions (6, 12-pack) ** BLACK FRIDAY SALE: 60% off ALL Programs, Guides, and MODs **Code BLACKFRIDAY at checkout** Mind Pump Store Mind Pump #2720: Metabolic Healing vs Fat Loss: Which Comes First? How to Properly Bulk Without Gaining Fat – Mind Pump Media Mind Pump #2438: The 6 Best High Protein Inexpensive Foods You Can Get Anywhere (Listener Coaching) Mind Pump #2576: Top 5 Superfoods Trainers LOVE for Their Clients & More (Listener Live Coaching) Sal Di Stefano's Journey in Faith & Fitness – Mind Pump TV California declares kratom illegal, raids stores in Sacramento and San DiegoGet a free Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase! As always, LMNT offers no-questions-asked refunds on all orders. The 8-count LMNT Sample Pack doubles down on our most popular flavors: Citrus Salt, Raspberry Salt, Watermelon Salt, and Orange Salt (2 stick packs of each flavor): Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump MP Holistic Health Mind Pump #2615: Identifying Food Sensitivities With Dr. Stephen CabralCat-Cow Stretch To Start Your Day #shorts - YouTubeVisit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code "MINDPUMP" Buy one get one 50% off (BOGO 50% off) sitewide + free gift cards on orders $99+. **Mind Pump Concierge CoachingMind Pump JobsMind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mark Bell (@marksmellybell) Instagram Adam | Relationship Psychology (@attachmentadam) Instagram FrSteveGrunow (@FrSteveGrunow) Twitter Wim Hof (@iceman_hof) Instagram Mary Claire Haver, MD (@drmaryclaire) Instagram
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    1 hr and 48 mins
  • 2730: The Best Workout Program For Busy Women

    2730: The Best Workout Program For Busy Women
    Nov 17 2025

    MAPS 15 MUSCLE MOMMY

    • Defining 'Muscle Mommy.' (2:13)

    • Why women need to understand the benefit and power of PROPER strength training. (3:50)

    • The myths preached to women surrounding strength training. (7:07)

    • Cut the cardio, lift heavy, eat more, and LOSE body fat. (8:55)

    • Muscle adds shape. (12:26)

    • Building muscle balances your hormones. (13:09)

    • Breaking down the MAPS 15 Muscle Mommy protocol. (15:00)

    • What to expect when you follow GOOD strength training programming. (22:18)

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    • Defining 'Muscle Mommy.' (2:13)
    • Why women need to understand the benefit and power of PROPER strength training. (3:50)
    • The myths preached to women surrounding strength training. (7:07)
    • Cut the cardio, lift heavy, eat more, and LOSE body fat. (8:55)
    • Muscle adds shape. (12:26)
    • Building muscle balances your hormones. (13:09)
    • Breaking down the MAPS 15 Muscle Mommy protocol. (15:00)
    • What to expect when you follow GOOD strength training programming. (22:18)
    • 60% off today! (25:15)

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    • People Mentioned

    • Dr. Gabrielle Lyon (@drgabriellelyon) Instagram
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    27 mins
  • 2729: How To Get Jacked and Ripped As A Teenager

    2729: How To Get Jacked and Ripped As A Teenager
    Nov 15 2025
    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: How to get jacked and ripped if you are a teenager. (1:56) Focusing on performance rather than what you look like in the mirror. (24:35) Pregnancy's impact on the body lasts far longer than we realized. (28:46) The value of going to a rehab facility for an addiction. (33:44) Beware of misleading headlines in studies. (36:27) The value of family mealtime. (39:50) The evolution of Vuori. (48:51) Black Friday sale is on! (54:37) #ListenerCoaching call #1 – Could I be stronger by doing less? Do you think I might be overtrained? (55:35) #ListenerCoaching call #2 – What can I do to move the needle on my body fat percentage without starving myself? (1:09:19) #ListenerCoaching call #3 – Seeking advice on training and nutrition strategies for a former athlete now pursuing a high-fashion modeling career. (1:24:11) #ListenerCoaching call #4 – Is it possible to noticeably change my look by adding other major lifts like the overhead press, deadlift, and row? Can I drop all other isolated work and just focus on these major lifts to get an overall muscular look? (1:33:48) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Visit https://www.mplivecaller.com Visit Rock Recovery Center for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** By filling out the form and scheduling your call, you'll also be entered for a chance to win a free 60-day scholarship at Rock Recovery Center, their premier treatment center in West Palm Beach, Florida. Don't wait—take the first step today. **Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code to receive 20% off your first order. ** BLACK FRIDAY SALE: 60% off ALL Programs, Guides, and MODs **Code BLACKFRIDAY at checkout** Mind Pump StoreMind Pump #1860: Fourteen of the Best Foods for an Amazing Physique Brain cooked by TikTok? Try filming a video of yourself being boredBethany Shadburne's Transformation: From Bodybuilding to CrossFit Games AthleteAssessment of recovery after childbirth; a cross-sectional study Long-term use of melatonin supplements linked to higher risk of heart failure and death Improving Health and Well-Being Through Shared Family MealsVisit Butcher Box for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** New users receive their choice of a whole turkey in their first box, a ham in their first box, or ground beef in every box for the lifetime of their subscription. ** Mind Pump #1142: Nine Signs You Are OvertrainingMind Pump Jobs Mind Pump #2567: Women Who Lift: Breaking Myths and Building Muscle Mind Pump #2684: Do ONLY These 8 Lifts to Achieve an Amazing BodyMind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Bethany Flores (@bethanycf) InstagramKyle P (@mindpumpkyle) Instagram
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    1 hr and 46 mins
  • 2728: Strange Training Hacks for Faster Gains

    2728: Strange Training Hacks for Faster Gains
    Nov 14 2025
    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: Our favorite unconventional workout hacks. (2:22) New military technology that should terrify you. (24:34) AI's demonic spirit. (29:50) Comet or extraterrestrial? (32:12) The remarkable studies using binaural beats. (37:15) Overprescribed medications for kids. (39:14) Takeaways from Scott Donnel's course. (45:38) Joovv's CRAZY Black Friday deals! (49:14) AI can be a validation machine. (49:46) Guilty pleasures. (54:03) #Quah question #1 – What are some tips for feeling the rear delts? I watch the Mind Pump videos and end up feeling it in my side delts. I'm not sure if I need to round my back more and/or pull my shoulders back while rounding. (58:41) #Quah question #2 – How can I get stronger with squats? I'm squatting every week, but I just don't seem to make any progress. Although the reps are heavy and exhausting, I don't really feel my legs. Also, my mind prevents me from lifting heavier weights for fear that I can't get up from the squat. Any suggestions? (1:00:37) #Quah question #3 – As a dental hygienist, how can I be ergonomically preventative in my career to protect my wrist, shoulder, and neck? (1:04:15) #Quah question #4 – What's the number one thing this career has taught you about yourself? (1:05:15) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** Visit Joovv for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** From 11/7-12/1 save up to $1,000 on a new Joovv system. 0% financing available with payments starting at as little as $38 a month. Code MINDPUMP at checkout. ** BLACK FRIDAY SALE: 60% off ALL Programs, Guides, and MODs **Code BLACKFRIDAY at checkout** Mind Pump Store Z Press to take Your Shoulder Development to the Next Level – Mind Pump TV Bottoms Up Kettlebell Press Tutorial for SVKO Wild Card Event Build your Rear Delts with this Cable Fly – Mind Pump TV Unconventional Weight Training Exercises that can Help you Pack on Muscle X-BAT VTOL CCA: Shield AI's New Stealth Combat Drone New 'Oumuamua'? Why Scientists Are Watching 3I/ATLAS Closely Rapid modulation in music supports attention in listeners with attentional difficulties Cortical activity patterns in ADHD during arousal, activation and sustained attention Mind Pump #2685: How to Raise a Successful Family with Scott Donnell Fig and Eagle Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month's supply of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** Mind Pump #2135: Barbell Squat Masterclass Mind Pump #2567: Women Who Lift: Breaking Myths and Building Muscle Muscle Mommy Movement Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Scott Donnell (@imscottdonnell) Instagram
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • 2727: The Surgeon Who Rebuilt a Man's Face After a Grizzly Attack! Dr. Benson Pulikkottil

    2727: The Surgeon Who Rebuilt a Man's Face After a Grizzly Attack! Dr. Benson Pulikkottil
    Nov 13 2025

    Advanced Plastic Surgery with Dr. Benson Pulikkottil

    • His background. (1:42)

    • How success is a lot of luck and just jumping into some opportunity. Pivotal moments on his path into plastic surgery. (4:34)

    • How he met his wife, Lily. (22:45)

    • The MIRACULOUS grizzly bear facial reconstruction story. (27:25)

    • The stories of burn victims he has encountered. (46:57)

    • The future of healing. (53:01)

    • The surgery part is challenging, but the stuff after is where it counts. (55:20)

    • The characteristics of patients who tend to do the best. (1:02:30)

    • Are there certain body parts you have a time window to save? (1:07:36)

    • Exciting medical technologies on the horizon. (1:09:46)

    • Will AI ever replace surgeons? (1:11:38)

    • The importance of collaboration. (1:12:57)

    • The tougher the challenge, the more rewarding it is. (1:15:55)

    • Balancing family/work life. (1:17:05)

    • There are other ways to be successful in life. Would he want his kids to follow in his footsteps? (1:17:53)

    • My wife is a gangster. (1:19:27)

    • The value of strength training, being fit, in his profession. (1:22:11)

    • His 42-hour surgery and building your discipline muscle. (1:25:42)

    • Having a badass partner in life. (1:34:00)

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    • Featured Guest/People Mentioned
    • Benson Pulikkottil MD FACS (@dr.reconnoisseur) Instagram

    Website : www.drbensonmd.com

    Featured Guest/People Mentioned

    • Benson Pulikkottil MD FACS (@dr.reconnoisseur) Instagram

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    1 hr and 37 mins
  • 2726: Fitness Rules Change After 40 ! Try These "Must Do's"

    2726: Fitness Rules Change After 40 ! Try These "Must Do's"
    Nov 12 2025
    In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Fitness MUST-DO'S if you're over 40. (2:59) Tamping down inflammation with fatty acids. (25:01) Fun Facts with Dahlia. (28:43) Halloween fun with Mind Pump. (30:00) The skill of public speaking. (37:16) Serious about sprinting. (42:38) Data on daylight savings time, and Adam's electricity usage experiment. (44:56) Selective brainwashing to reduce prison sentences? (51:14) Mind Pump Trainer's favorite partner. (55:11) Want to work for Mind Pump? (56:10) #ListenerCoaching call #1 – Advice on tracking macros and finding maintenance calories. (59:02) #ListenerCoaching call #2 – Using the gym to cope with/avoid emotions you haven't dealt with. (1:12:37) #ListenerCoaching call #3 – How do I effectively plan workouts and select movements that go beyond just providing a "good workout" — and truly help clients see real, lasting results? Also, how do you build confidence in yourself as a trainer when you're still working through your own body image and food struggles? (1:22:51) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Visit https://www.mplivecaller.com Visit Fatty15 for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit with code MINDPUMP ** Visit Crisp Power for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP10 for 10% OFF. Give your snack game a serious upgrade. Crisp Power Protein Pretzels deliver super crunchy and delicious snacks that are up to 28g of protein, low carb, zero sugar and high in fiber! ** BLACK FRIDAY SALE: 60% off ALL Programs, Guides, and MODs **Code BLACKFRIDAY at checkout** Mind Pump Store Mind Pump #1225: The 5 Must-Dos For Fitness Over 40 Mind Pump #2645: Muscle Building & Fat Loss Shortcuts for the Over 40 Crowd With Stan Efferding Mind Pump #2709: Diet Smarter, Not Harder: Mind Pump's Top Hacks Mind Pump #2385: Five Reasons Why You Should Hire a Trainer Mind Pump Concierge Coaching DIETARY INTAKE OF ODD-CHAIN FATTY ACID REDUCES INFLAMMATION AND ENHANCES GUT INTEGRITY IN IBD MOUSE MODEL Does new 'Cognify' tech allow prisoners to complete years of social rehabilitation in minutes? Mind Pump Jobs Unlock sharper focus and support long-term brain health with Ketone-IQ—clean brain fuel for deep work, mental clarity, and sustained energy with no crash. Get 30% off your subscription, plus a free gift with your second shipment at https://ketone.com/MINDPUMP Mind Pump #1830: Five Steps to Determine Your ideal Caloric Intake Muscle Mommy Movement Mind Pump #2612: How One Man Lost Over 300 Pounds Without Any Cardio Trainer Bonus Series Episode 1: The Successful Trainer Mindset Sal Di Stefano's Journey in Faith & Fitness – Mind Pump TV Elite Trainer Academy – Podcast Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Kyle P (@mindpumpkyle) Instagram Jamie Selzler (@jselzler) Instagram Mind Pump Fitness Coaching (@mindpumppersonaltraining) Instagram
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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • 2725: The Perfect Fitness/Biohacking Day

    2725: The Perfect Fitness/Biohacking Day
    Nov 10 2025

    The Perfect Fitness/Biohacking Day

    • The perfect 24 hours for fitness and biohacking broken down from beginning to end. (2:13)

    • #1 - Wake up (starts the night before after 8 hours of sleep), drink 16 ounces of water with electrolytes, and go outside to get sun (without your phone). (4:22)

    • #2 - Eat a high-protein (30-50 grams) breakfast with some fats and berries (fiber). (7:32)

    • #3 - Go for a 30–60-minute walk for insulin sensitivity; gratitude practice. (9:16)

    • #4 - Eat a high-protein (30-50 grams)/starchy meal (50-75 grams carbs), drink 16 ounces of electrolyte water, and go for another 30–60-minute walk. (14:04)

    • #5 - 60 mins later, have caffeine or pre-workout. (14:48)

    • #6 - 90 mins later, cold dip 2-4 mins. (16:30)

    • #7 - Red light 20 mins (10 on front and 10 on back naked), and do mobility in front of the red light. (17:36)

    • #8 - Lift weights full-body, and another 32 ounces of electrolyte water. (18:14)

    • #9 - Post-workout sauna 20 mins. (21:32)

    • #10 - Post-workout meal mirrors pre-workout, but includes well-cooked greens. (22:29)

    • #11 - Evening relaxation. (22:58)

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    Andrew Huberman, Ph.D. (@hubermanlab) Instagram

    People Mentioned

    • Andrew Huberman, Ph.D. (@hubermanlab) Instagram
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    28 mins