2768: The Surprising Benefits of Gaining Body Fat

2768: The Surprising Benefits of Gaining Body Fat

Author: Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer, Justin Andrews, Doug Egge January 9, 2026 Duration: 1:14:00

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: The Surprising Benefits of Gaining Body Fat. (2:27)

  • How Adam is supplementing EAA's to get the benefits of a high-protein diet. (18:17)

  • Trainer wisdom. (24:13)

  • Rocky Marciano's RELENTLESS training routine. (35:53)

  • Silly things we did without tech. (41:32)

  • Is creativity lost with the youth? (45:27)

  • A scary lie women are fed. (49:14)

  • High-protein snacks that taste GREAT! (56:43)

  • #Quah question #1 – Do you guys have any thoughts on "butt-wink" when squatting? I've heard there's not a real concern. (59:40)

  • #Quah question #2 – Should rest periods strictly be measured by time, or can heart rate be a gauge as well? (1:05:00)

  • #Quah question #3 – Will taking creatine with or close to the consumption of caffeine make it ineffective? (1:07:15)

  • #Quah question #4 – The front of my hips are perpetually sore lately. I foam roll and stretch (not as much as I should). Any other tips to help? (1:10:20)

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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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