2718: Should You Train Like an Athlete?
2718: Should You Train Like an Athlete?  
Podcast: Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth
Published On: Fri Oct 31 2025
Description: 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: Does everyone need to train like an athlete? (1:51) How a father's fitness habits impact their sperm. (24:32) We live in such a broken world. (26:45) A barrier to 'doom-scrolling'. (35:28) Will smoking cigarettes become cool again? (37:12) It's sweater weather with Vuori. (44:35) Neck size correlation to hidden heart risks. (47:22) Making meal prep easier with Butcher Box. (48:55) Processed foods' effect on the brain. (51:03) Stay authentic and swear. (53:46) #Quah question #1 – What are the 3 most important things you've learned about the world/or people by working in this industry? (58:50) #Quah question #2 – If you are still progressing in the program, should you still go to the next phase or stay in the same phase until you hit a plateau? (1:04:46) #Quah question #3 – What is a good workout routine for a 36-year-old female to help with osteopenia? (1:07:23) #Quah question #4 – What are the best stretches for sciatic issues? (1:08:56) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code to receive 20% off your first order. ** Visit Butcher Box for this month's exclusive Mind Pump offer!  ** New users receive their choice of a whole turkey in their first box, a ham in their first box, or ground beef in every box for the lifetime of their subscription. ** October Special: MAPS GLP-1 50% off! ** Code GLP50 at checkout. ** Mind Pump Store Mind Pump #2280: Why Everyone Should Train Like an Athlete Paternal exercise confers endurance capacity to offspring through sperm microRNAs This 6-pound phone case wants to cure your screen addiction — with pain The Hidden Healing Power of Nicotine - Psychology Today Breakthrough from REMspace: First Ever Communication Between People in Dreams DMT: The Spirit Molecule: A Doctor's Revolutionary Research into the Biology of Near-Death and Mystical Experiences  This simple neck measurement might reveal hidden heart risks Eating ultra-processed foods may rewire the brain and drive overeating Mind Pump #2437: What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Ultra-Processed Foods for 30 Days Why NOT to mind your language: People who swear more often are more honest than those who don't  Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month's supply of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** Mind Pump #1897: Why Phasing Your Workouts Is So Important & How to Properly Switch It Up Mind Pump #2712: The 5 Biggest Fitness Mistakes Middle-Aged Women Make that Destroy Progress UNLOCK Tight Hips With This Hip Flexor Stretch! Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym) Instagram