2863: The Top 10 Healthiest States In America

2863: The Top 10 Healthiest States In America

Author: Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer, Justin Andrews, Doug Egge May 22, 2026 Duration: 1:01:50

In this episode the guys break down the healthiest U.S. states versus where people actually live the longest, and answer listener questions on processed foods, deadlifts, abs, and training through menopause.

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0:00 - Intro

1:54 - Healthiest states vs. where people actually live longest

7:42 - Longevity vs. healthspan — why frequent movement beats scheduled workouts

18:54 - Chores and gardening — the daily activity longevity link

34:19 - Online dating confessions

39:26 - Dad life stories

49:17 - Ketone IQ

51:43 - LMNT

52:19 - What "processed" really means — heavily engineered foods

55:07 - Deadlift vs. sumo — which is right for you

56:44 - Vacuum pose — pairing ab work with daily vacuums

58:04 - Building muscle during menopause — 2 days/week is enoughIn this episode the guys break down the healthiest U.S. states versus where people actually live the longest, and answer listener questions on processed foods, deadlifts, abs, and training through menopause.

 

SPONSORS

Caldera Lab (skincare botanicals & peptides) — ⁠https://calderalab.com/MINDPUMP⁠

Code: MINDPUMP — 20% off first order

Ketone IQ (exogenous ketones) — ⁠https://ketone.com/MINDPUMP⁠

30% off first subscription order

LMNT (electrolytes) — ⁠https://drinklmnt.com/MINDPUMP⁠

Free sample pack with any purchase

 

MAPS 15 BOGO — ⁠https://maps15bogo.com⁠

Buy 1 get 1 FREE — limited time (all 7 MAPS 15 programs same price)

 

LINKS

Mind Pump Store: ⁠https://mindpumpstore.com⁠

Maps Fitness Products: ⁠https://mapsfitnessproducts.com⁠

Instagram: @mindpumpmedia

 

0:00 - Intro

1:54 - Healthiest states vs. where people actually live longest

7:42 - Longevity vs. healthspan — why frequent movement beats scheduled workouts

18:54 - Chores and gardening — the daily activity longevity link

34:19 - Online dating confessions

39:26 - Dad life stories

49:17 - Ketone IQ

51:43 - LMNT

52:19 - What "processed" really means — heavily engineered foods

55:07 - Deadlift vs. sumo — which is right for you

56:44 - Vacuum pose — pairing ab work with daily vacuums

58:04 - Building muscle during menopause — 2 days/week is enough

 


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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