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2163: The Pros & Cons of the Arnold Press, the Ideal Calorie Surplus to Maximize Muscle Growth While Minimizing Fat Gain, the Best Foot Position for the Barbell Squat & More

Sep 15, 2023

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: You may be struggling with weight loss because of bacteria! (1:39)

• Another update from Sal on his latest Ketamine therapy session. (18:27)

• Eight Sleep is on a whole other level! (42:45)

• How the greatest hypertrophy gains within a rep come from the stretch portion. (49:44)

• Shout out to Harmoine Stone. (53:42)

• #Quah question #1 – What do you guys think about the Arnold Press? Many people say it’s a waste of time. (55:10)

• #Quah question #2 – How much of a calorie surplus should I be in for minimal fat gain but maximum muscle gain? (1:00:54)

• #Quah question #3 – Barbell squats: Is there a best way? Toes pointed straight forward or out? (1:05:09)

• #Quah question #4 – How would you say your relationship with your wives changed through their pregnancy and after having kids? I’m super excited for my husband and I to be moving towards that phase, but also nervous about how things may change. (1:09:30)

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