2808: Build a Butt or Get Abs? Where Do I Start?

2808: Build a Butt or Get Abs? Where Do I Start?

Author: Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer, Justin Andrews, Doug Egge March 6, 2026 Duration: 1:15:17
  • Mind Pump Fit Tip: Build a Butt or Get Abs? Where Do I Start? (2:15)

  • Society's role in our lack of strength. (19:39)

  • Creating artificial adversity with today's youth. (22:49)

  • Did our generation eat worse than this generation? (26:17)

  • Not built for cold weather. (29:32)

  • The difference in how boys and girls play. (33:01)

  • Teaching your children how to save, give, and invest. (34:16)

  • On a ketone kick, and shout out to Scared Shitless Fitness. (41:57)

  • The cartel is scary. (47:28)

  • Project Artichoke. (49:09)

  • Trade freedom for safety? (51:00)

  • Is this really protein?! (54:22)

  • Oreo-verse. (58:15)

  • #Quah question #1 – Is adding daily calisthenics (100 pushups, pull-ups, squats, etc.) on top of a MAPS training program overdoing it? (1:05:20)

  • #Quah question #2 – Would Great 8 be a good program for a 40-year-old doing BJJ? (1:07:26)

  • #Quah question #3 – What is the most important thing when it comes to sleep? Sleep length, sleep quality, same wake time, same bed time, leading up to bed time, waking up routine (for example, exposure to sunlight to help with circadian rhythm), and any other factors? (1:08:25)

  • #Quah question #4 – Have any of you used BPC-157 and TB-500? (1:12:00)

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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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