2754: Stress is Making You Fat! Here's how and how to fix it.

2754: Stress is Making You Fat! Here's how and how to fix it.

Author: Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer, Justin Andrews, Doug Egge December 20, 2025 Duration: 1:42:01
  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Stress is Making You Fat! Here's how and how to fix it. (2:28)

  • The most effective anti-inflammatory. (26:04)

  • Hip thrust king! (28:19)

  • Baby sumo. (31:27)

  • Kids do the darndest things. (34:13)

  • The delicate dance of getting your kids to do things they don't want to do. (36:48)

  • Carnival genetics. (39:24)

  • Effects of ultra-processed foods on kids. (41:32)

  • American culture and consumption. (43:18)

  • The importance of having a healthy microbiome on your skin. (49:42)

  • #ListenerCoaching call #1 – How to structure the workout when hitting two or more muscle groups in the same workout. (55:38)

  • #ListenerCoaching call #2 – How do you know when a low HRV score means you actually need to back off training, versus when it's just reflecting daily stress, hormones, or life chaos? (1:04:46)

  • #ListenerCoaching call #3 – How to balance work/life, while trying to be an inspiring entrepreneur. (1:12:15)

  • #ListenerCoaching call #4 – How can I continue to incorporate all of the things I love without losing muscle and strength gains, while also seeking optimal overall health outside of aesthetics (I deal with quite a bit of body dysmorphia)? (1:24:26)

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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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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