2778: Why Your Body Is Resisting Fat Loss (And What To Do)

2778: Why Your Body Is Resisting Fat Loss (And What To Do)

Author: Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer, Justin Andrews, Doug Egge January 23, 2026 Duration: 1:15:25
  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: When Pushing Fat Loss is the Wrong Move for Your Body. (2:11)

  • The benefits of NAD and the difference in liposomal technology. (22:00)

  • Stubbornness as a superpower. (26:08)

  • Building leg stamina, and why what you're avoiding is probably best for you. (29:45)

  • Is this generation too isolated? (34:19)

  • Making the case for regulation. (46:33)

  • Buyer beware: Red-light therapy devices. (50:35)

  • Autism Barbie. (56:26)

  • Feeling good about the current state of writing on television. (57:16)

  • Rage bait and algorithm hacks. (59:25)

  • #Quah question #1 – My quads are always sore after squats, lunges, etc. and then stay sore for days later. I warm up and stretch after. I try to progress but not go too heavy when my muscles ache. What else can I do to alleviate that pain? (1:04:19)

  • #Quah question #2 – Any tips for perpetually tight hips? I have a desk job, but I do lots of walking and foam rolling several times a week. (1:05:48)

  • #Quah question #3 – What's the best way to preserve as much strength as possible while pregnant? (1:09:01)

  • #Quah question #4 – I'd love to hear about smart ways to program heavy circuits. Not talking about Orangetheory style circuits, but taking 3-4 lifts, using different muscle groups, and resting maybe 30 seconds between lifts, which would give several minutes before repeating any one lift. Can this be done in a way to gain strength and build muscle? (1:11:06)

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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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