884: When Cardio Prevents Muscle Gain, How to Train for Maximum Muscle Separation, Lower Back Protecting Squat & Overhead Press Strategies & MORE

Oct 20, 2018

Organifi Quah!

In this episode of Quah, sponsored by Organifi (organifi.com/mindpump, code “mindpump” for 20% off), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about of it is better for muscle development to add weight and barely make the prescribed rep range or add no weight but max the rep range for weighted dips and pull-ups, if pickup games of basketball tell the body to not to build muscle, how much lumbar extension is too much when performing a barbell squat or overhead press and how to train to achieve muscle separation.

Technology has us spoiled. (3:53)
The transition when you became attached to the internet. (6:07)
Was Sal an easy target growing up with his love for books and reading? (9:45)
The misconception of being a “dumb jock.” How we create stereotypes. (13:50)
Caption This! Giveaway Winners! (16:53)
Fostering an environment of being purpose driven and belief in what you are doing. (18:16)
Start with Why and the power of self-improvement through fitness. (23:07)
Will you benefit the most pre or post workout from consuming caffeine? (26:28)
The benefits of turmeric & Organifi Green Juice to optimize your immune system. (32:00)
Many dietary supplements contain unapproved, dangerous ingredients, study finds. (33:50)
The dark side of the supplement market. (38:53)
#Quah question #1 – Is it better for muscle development to add weight and barely make the prescribed rep range or add no weight but max the rep range for weighted dips and pull-ups? (45:04)
#Quah question #2 – Will playing pickup games of basketball tell the body not to build muscle? (54:20)
#Quah question #3 – How much lumbar extension is too much when performing a barbell squat or overhead press? (1:00:40)
#Quah question #4 – How does one train to achieve muscle separation? (1:08:32)