2409: How to Increase Your Bench Press, Tracking Calories Vs. Macros, the Truth About Fitness Challenges & More (Listener Live Coaching)
2409: How to Increase Your Bench Press, Tracking Calories Vs. Macros, the Truth About Fitness Challenges & More (Listener Live Coaching)

Episode Description

<p>In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom.</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Mind Pump Fit Tip: Six warning signs you are not healthy and what you can do about it. (1:45)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The real Nacho Libre. (21:49)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Admiring old-time strength athletes. (26:16)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The guy's ‘douchiest’ looks. (30:49)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Growth spurts. (36:12)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Hardcore gyms are the best! (40:09)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Mind Pump’s top sales movies. (46:16)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Chase mastery first. (47:50)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Shout out to Alex Hormozi. (50:38)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">#ListenerLive question #1 – What are some good ways to increase your bench press? (51:43) </p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">#ListenerLive question #2 – Which is better to track, macros, or calories? (1:00:50)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">#ListenerLive question #3 – Can doing a challenge be a good way to kickstart weight loss before going into a program? (1:08:34)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">#ListenerLive question #4 – Can I swap my accessories for my Olympic lifting program and replace them with unilateral movements or symmetry or wait until next summer? (1:18:50)</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Related Links/Products Mentioned</strong></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Visit <a href="https://brain.fm/mindpump">Brain.fm</a> for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. **</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Visit <a href="https://calderalab.com/mindpump">Caldera Lab</a> for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order of their best products **</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">August Promotion: <a href="http://mapsfitnessproducts.com/">MAPS Bands</a> | <a href="http://mapsfitnessproducts.com/">MAPS 40+</a> 50% off! ** Code AUGUST50 at checkout **</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://www.verywellhealth.com/bristol-stool-chart-4174964">Bristol Stool Chart: Checking if Your Poop is Healthy - Verywell Health</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://mindpumppodcast.com/2312-five-steps-to-bounce-back-from-overtraining/"> Mind Pump #2312: Five Steps to Bounce Back From Overtraining</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://mindpumppodcast.com/2307-how-to-optimize-your-brainwaves-for-improved-focus-relaxation-sleep/"> Mind Pump #2307: How to Optimize Your Brainwaves for Improved Focus, Relaxation & Sleep</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://mymodernmet.com/fray-tormenta-nacho-libre/">'Fray Tormenta', the Mexican Priest Who Inspired 'Nacho Libre'</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://amzn.to/2YUjk65">Hitman: My Real Life in the Cartoon World of Wrestling – Book by Bret Hart</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://legendarystrength.com/great-gama/">The Great Gama - Legendary Strength</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://mindpumppodcast.com/2140-how-to-choose-the-best-gym-for-you/"> Mind Pump #2140: How to Choose the Best Gym for You</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0104348/">Glengarry Glen Ross (1992) - IMDb</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0181984/">Boiler Room (2000) - IMDb</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0993846/">The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) - IMDb</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href="http://mindpumptrainercourse.com/">3 Day Mind Pump P