2748: This 90-Day Method Beats Every Diet

2748: This 90-Day Method Beats Every Diet

Author: Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer, Justin Andrews, Doug Egge December 12, 2025 Duration: 1:16:37
  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: The Ultimate 90-day fat loss challenge Plan. (1:57)

  • Teaching yourself new behaviors around food choices that are HIGH in protein. (16:55)

  • Protein, the ULTIMATE macronutrient. (20:50)

  • Probiotics are the first fat-burning supplement. (24:49)

  • Pushing your body to its limits. (28:58)

  • There is money in life. (35:04)

  • Fun Facts with Justin: This Man hoax. (39:00)

  • Absence of the father is associated with earlier puberty among girls. (41:59)

  • The potentially scary direction of AI. (44:43)

  • Declining middle class. (51:51)

  • Christmas Blend for sustained energy and vitality. (56:32)

  • #Quah question #1 – When dumbbell shoulder pressing, do you recommend a neutral grip or a traditional grip? What are the pros & cons of each? (57:35)

  • #Quah question #2 – Does using ladders, small boxes, and running with parachutes translate to faster feet and explosiveness for an athlete? (1:01:23)

  • #Quah question #3 – I'm a 49-year-old dad of 2 girls, ages 10 and 6. We are busy. How do I know what's appropriate, 2 days a week of anabolic or MAPS 15? (1:06:46)

  • #Quah question #4 – Is it ever too late in life to make a go at a career in the fitness industry? After 29 years in Government service, I'm looking at retirement in the next few years (or sooner). I'm currently 52 and have always been active in lifting, even competing in my early 40s with USA Weightlifting. (1:10:14)

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Tired of fitness fads and conflicting advice that leaves you more confused than when you started? Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth cuts through the noise with a no-nonsense approach you can actually trust. Hosts Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer, Justin Andrews, and Doug Egge bring their combined expertise to every conversation, dismantling popular myths and calling out the pervasive snake oil in the wellness world. Instead of hype, they focus on practical, science-backed strategies for building muscle, enhancing performance, and-most importantly-sustaining long-term health. Their discussions are grounded in reality, often challenging even the most sacred institutions in the industry with a blend of sharp insight and relatable humor. Each episode of this podcast feels like an honest talk with knowledgeable friends who aren’t afraid to question everything. You’ll find clarity on nutrition, training paradigms, and lifestyle choices, all delivered without an agenda other than giving you the unfiltered facts. For anyone exhausted by the constant churn of gimmicks and seeking a sustainable path to feeling and looking better, this is an essential listen. The raw truth isn’t always pretty, but with this team guiding you, it’s undeniably effective.
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