Podcast

2656: Machines Vs. Free Weight… The Final Debate! & More (Listener Live Coaching)

Aug 06, 2025

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach three Pump Heads via Zoom.

• Mind Pump Fit Tip: The final debate! Machines vs free weights. (2:54)

• The dumbest features in new cars. (23:19)

• When was the last time you got pulled over? (25:55)

• Optimize your C15 levels to help support your long-term health and wellness. (35:15)

• Justin’s sunny and smoky day on the racetrack. (40:10)

• Nobody in America knows how to make espresso. (44:09)

• The gym culture evolution. (51:45)

• #ListenerLive question #1 – How can I most efficiently return to my optimal weight and hormonal balance without resorting to aggressive cardio or restrictive dieting? (59:39)

• #ListenerLive question #2 – Am I failing my reverse diet? (1:18:22)

• #ListenerLive question #3 – If I want to have a long, healthy life with work and personal life, how can I balance cardiovascular training and endurance? (1:27:43)

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People Mentioned

• Mike Salemi (@mike.salemi) Instagram

• Bradley Martyn (@bradleymartyn) Instagram

• LAUREN FITZ, M.D. (@drlaurenfitz) Instagram

• Cory Schlesinger (@schlesstrength) Instagram