2253: Trap Bar Vs. Conventional Deadlifts, Spider Curls Vs. Preacher Curls, Early Signs of Overtraining & More

Jan 19, 2024
2253: Trap Bar Vs. Conventional Deadlifts, Spider Curls Vs. Preacher Curls, Early Signs of Overtraining & More

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: Use strength training to combat the negative effects of getting older. (2:37)

  • A young boy’s energy holds NO bounds. (19:02)

  • Losing sleep over releasing ChatGPT into the world. (32:59)

  • Are streaming services being primed for disruption? (34:53)

  • What’s Mind Pump watching? (40:50)

  • Fun Facts with Justin: Night vision goggles. (48:48)

  • Using peptides with Caldera for skin health. (50:20)

  • The power that your diet has on your mental health. (55:56)

  • Shout out to The Pursuit of Wellness Podcast: Ep. 64 – How to Lose Weight, Gain Muscle & Feel Your Best w/ Sal Di Stefano of Mind Pump. (59:27)

  • #Quah question #1 – What is the difference between a trap bar for deadlifts and a straight bar? I was listening to Rogan, and he said they are safer. Should I be using a trap bar? (1:00:23)

  • #Quah question #2 – What are the pros/cons of (barbell) spider curls vs. (barbell) preacher curls? I feel more from spider curls with a straight bar. (1:05:52)

  • #Quah question #3 – Is it possible to over-prime before a workout? Should I consider sets of priming movements “working sets” for any particular body part? (1:08:53)

  • #Quah question #4 – What are some early signs of overtraining or too much weekly intensity? (1:12:17)

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