1358: How to Use Isometrics to Build Muscle & Strength, Ways to Reduce Water Retention, the Necessity of Intra-Workout Carbs & More

Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about programming isometrics/dynamic tension for strength, foods or supplements that can reduce water retention after a holiday/cheat weekend, the value of intra-workout carbs when pre and post nutrition is well planned out, and whether foam rolling should be done before or after a workout.

• Mind Pump goes down the Nicolas Cage rabbit hole. (6:17)
• Justin, the worst storyteller of all-time. (12:17)
• Not all vaccines are the same. (16:14)
• Exercise and its effect on your immune system. (18:38)
• Sports ball talk with Mind Pump. (21:57)
• Mind Pump Recommends, Love on the Spectrum on Netflix. (28:35)
• Introducing Mind Pump’s newest sponsor, Pluto Pillow. (31:55)
• The joys of the third trimester. (35:55)
• Vuori listens and produces. (37:43)
• Long term health and financial wealth. (39:43)
• #Quah question #1 – How would you recommend programming isometrics and dynamic tension for strength? (45:05)
• #Quah question #2 – Why do processed foods add so much water between the skin and muscle for days after? What foods or supplements can reduce water retention after a holiday or cheat weekend? (56:32)
• #Quah question #3 – What are your thoughts on intra-workout carbs? Are they really necessary when pre and post nutrition is well planned out? (1:03:20)
• #Quah question #4 – Should foam rolling be done before or after a workout? How often and what are the benefits? (1:07:06)

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People Mentioned

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