How to INCREASE Your Strength for the "Big 3" Lifts | Mind Pump 2027

[@amybrooke45]

I try to save these podcasts for walking my dogs but listened today while folding laundry b/c rain. My dogs all rushed to my feet tails wagging when they heard your voices. 😂 You all are apparently a highlight to their day as well.

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They thought you were going to take them on a walk as they now correlate hearing their voices and going on a walk.

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[@lifewithlucy4710]

After losing nearly a hundred pounds, I trained for a solid year and never incorporated the big 3 at all. I of course didn't know what I was doing and was built like a malnourished bird. After listening to Mind Pump advice, I began incorporating those movements and within six months I could see and feel a tremendous difference in strength and body proportions. Sincerely I thank you guys.

[@ggrthemostgodless8713]

Thats unfortunately most people's way of doing it... and for women is worse since they think they will look like the hulk in a week if they lift"heavy"... if men have a hard time building muscle with 12-20 times the testosterone women have how is the media convincing them they would blow up with muscle?? but they do believe that. Glad you change that, do those first, and add some you like later... but from ALLL you do you have to recover, so don't add too many extras.

[@clarity2115]

Great on your weight loss, hope you're a beast now!

[@pbmustard1830]

I love deadlifting!!! 💪💪💪💪❤️

[@vohnguillen]

Fullbody and consistent lifts of those big three has been the best advice I've gained in years. I've been focusing on 4 movements every day that I workout. Usually 2 big lifts and 2 minor lifts. Yesterday I did Squats, Incline Bench, RDLs, and Calve Raises. Tomorrow I will do Flat Bench, Front Squat, Z Press and Split Lunges.

[@JayDen-gm7cf]

This episode couldn't have come at a better time. I'm currently phasing out of the 5x5 rep ranges for the 3 big lifts and going into singles, doubles complimented by 8-12 rep isolation exercises. Must be a sign to get Maps Powerlift 💪🏽

[@carloscontreras4440]

After much hesitation, I decided to take your advice on several fronts. I quit worrying about the scale, I started feeding my body more, and I started lifting HEAVY (well, what's heavy for me) and it's been a game changer. Strength gains are phenomenal and physical changes are mine blowing. Thanks for all you do!

[@lift.withlisa]

Been powerlifting just over 2 years and just discovered you guys a couple months ago, so much great info and listening to you guys has helped my lifts and general health so much! 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@rebeccamelendez-truitt2183]

My wife and I are so grateful to have found you guys. We have tried so many diets and are so ready to start healing our bodies.

[@bradleypotjer2670]

Priming to summon more power was one of the biggest training tweaks I utilized after listening to Mind Pump. Would love to see their powerlifting programming.

[@JRoundtree]

One of the best things that I've learned from Mind Pump and that is PRACTICING movements. When i wasn't motivated to go to the gym, i just said to myself you dont have to do a ton of weight just practice the movements. I felt amazing afterwards and moved weight. There have been many days like that in the last 12 months and everytime i just say practice the movement!

[@xavierb5120]

You guys should interview Ethan Suplee

[@lindybrown5099]

I’ve been lifting and incorporating the big 3 for 10 years now but didn’t truly understand the significance and importance of them until I found you guys! Love your content!!!

[@KanevSr]

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[@MindPumpShow]

I get it!

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@@MindPumpShow also this program will properly teach you how to progressively overload, and as said in the episode, will also show you how to properly prime pre and post workout. I didn’t believe the post workout thing but really it is a huge impact. Besides that you will learn form, bracing and also how to fire your cns. If somebody has a struggle with figuring out this things, this is a great program from which could be learned a lot.

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[@MadayMaday]

I was already doing bench and squat, but the minute I added deadlift it was insane the growth I started experiencing. Plus feeling your muscles hulk out when you're deadlifting feels amazing.

[@Christianh.5]

Power lifters are the entire reason I got into fitness like I did. Never enjoyed working out as much until I was invited to work in with them. Now 6 years later, if it weren't for my son being born any day now, I'd be punching in my credit card information instead of commenting on this KZbin video. 😅 maps powerlift is definitely going on the maps wishlist. 💪

[@MindPumpShow]

Entered!

[@Condappastrength]

Wow Sal’s analogies are on point today

[@ant_life_4ever]

I’m creating a home gym so I can power lift with out fighting for a rack at a gym 😂 and take my time… working on form for all the top three in my goal

[@michaelwilson8352]

Thanks for explaining the driving with your legs more when benching. I always wondered how that’s suppose to help. Makes perfect sense now.

[@scottbennett3765]

Everything about this podcast has helped me improve my life. The topics, the straightforward truth, the guests, etc... it's all been amazing. Going through Anabolic for the first time now. Excited to have Performance and Aesthetic stacked up behind it for continued progression. Love what you guys bring us every episode and really appreciate how this community conducts itself. Thanks for everything. Here's to never finding that exit strategy!!!

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Our pleasure!

[@OctoberOmicron]

27:50 Oh man, the shoulder horn!!! I think it was Muscle & Fitness for me, I remember the ad with this dude that looked out of the 80's (Tom Selleck comes to mind for some reason) using it. It's good to know something positive came out of it! I randomly think of it when I do rotator cuff work.

[@douglasalliano2913]

Just found you guys… seriously one of the most informative podcasts around!

[@davidcooze7255]

Squat / deadlit my fav . Was Woking to get 500kbs deadlift for my 50th , covid stoooed that , then a elbow injury not helped now getting near 52 . But also now getting closer slowly. By september . As for squat never my best but done a few pb this year.

[@a_woman_who_loves_to_lift]

I ran MAPS Powerlift and got significantly stronger in all the lifts, PR-ing every week. I loved how the program cycled two lifts - intensity with volume - every day. It is my favorite program of all the MAPS.

[@ranjitsagoo]

I avoided the big 3 for years and just did bro splits, it wasn’t till I learned the benefits that they became a staple. I’ve definitely improved using MAPS programs, but always learning from you guys on how to improves. Appreciate the free advice, like having our own personal coaches!

[@brycebivins3282]

I found your podcast about 2 months ago and I haven’t been able to stop listening since. I went all the way back to your first one and have been trying to catch up as a retired athlete you guys motivate me to stay mobile and strong. Thanks for all the knowledge and accountability 👍🏾

[@robino941]

The squat is my favorite, but I do understand the value of all the "big three" lifts. 🏋 You're right that lots of trainers like to counter the conventional wisdom, just to get attention on social media. Excellent episode, as usual! 🧠

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[@ajmoreno2555]

Going to be using the big 3 lifts to recomp my body. Thank you all for the great knowledge like always! ❤️💪🏼

[@kristykinzer607]

Such good advice. Get rid of some of the other things that don't contribute.

[@michaelschiller9570]

Just coming off a nasty cold now I have a few episodes to watch. In the past I'd push myself too much or feel guilty for not exercising. Y'all got to me and convinced me to slow down.

[@gediminasvanagas8474]

I think this is a very good message guys! For a long time I was going for volume training and most of the time overtrained and started big 3 just recently and let me tell you - started seeing possitive changes, progression in strength and body sculpting🏋️💪 Love the show!🤟

[@MindPumpShow]

Thank you for listening!

[@davidjarzynka4760]

Absolutely love the three big lifts. So thankful I was introduced to them in high school by good athletic trainers and have had that foundation to go back to as I've gotten older.

[@SamanthaFoote]

When I heard your advice to get stronger at the 3 lifts, I added conventional deadlifts into my workouts and noticed my pullups have sky rocketed since along with many other exercises! My back has also blown up which is cool too! So thanks guys I'm loving the carryover from these exercises!!

[@travisbarber1383]

Love every episode!

[@MindPumpShow]

Thank you!

[@mtstans]

Lots of good tips on here today. Thanks for sharing.

[@cristinar4077]

Started off my lifting journey many years ago with 5x5 like workouts focusing on the big three. It was an amazing way to learn the movements and build a great strength/physique foundation

[@MindPumpShow]

Good stuff!

[@MindPumpShow]

Great job!

[@stormrhode2330]

Great lifts. Especially the squat and deadlift. But because they're so technical, I rarely actually do them. Time to get my butt in gear and practice the movements and start pushing (and pulling) the weight!

[@nboss968]

"You don't need to use a shovel to dig a hole, you can definitely use a spoon"....Boom

[@jonnyharding3646]

I've been cutting body fat since the start of the year, and I am about to start Maps Powerlift. It will be really interesting to see where my other lifts are by the end of it!

[@ryenh1]

Finished Anabolic 5 weeks into aesthetic - love the big 3

[@ababy6074]

I've not done a barbell Squat yet but I am learning by doing the movement with my coach. I'm squatting with a 12kg kettlebell right now. When I can lift the 15kg bar, we will try with just the bar and perfect the movement, then add weight to the bar.

[@brookelynnboswell2169]

I was LITERALLY just getting ready to email you this question, verbatim. I don't know how you just jump in my mind and tell me exactly what I need to hear within the week, within my current frame of focus 🫡🤯 I was going to ask you guys how to shift from a body builder mindset and focus more on the movement like that of a power lifter. I am definitely going to get the iron path app, and hyper focus on CNS output 👊 thanks for always being in my corner!

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[@BigZFit6736]

This show has shown and taught me so much I didn’t know. I’m so glad I came across mind pump. Much love to you guys

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Thank you so much!

[@sethmiller9589]

Thank you guys! I got my best PR’s as well from just finishing first on compound then isolation!

[@MindPumpShow]

Fantastic!

[@gregoryouellette1023]

Message received! Need a straw and paper to blow spit wads while benching for max power! 😉 But really, going to try this iron path app as my squat is and always has been wonky and I assume full of power leaks. Leg drive for bench still is so hard to summon while keeping lats tight I feel, but when everything does connect, what a difference!

[@jensahawk233]

Totally agree with mobility being related to strength!! You can't out-strength the pain, especially if it's in the tendons. I have Tendonitis in my bicep and cannot do pull ups or even practice it. Bicep curls are hampered too. Currently working on some mobility in the arm to get rid of that pain, and get the mobility back so.i can train for strength again in my upper body! 💪

[@CptApplestrudl]

Oh I am doing ankle stretches, it just doesnt seem to achieve much.

[@gkmaz4030]

Monday Wednesday Friday- squat rack for me - my squats are getting so good and strong. I practiced with just bar after knee injury. Slowly adding weight but damn 🎉I feel every movement in my squats. Total connection when u go lighter !

[@MindPumpShow]

Awesome!

[@silverpunk2427]

I've been lifting almost 2 years now and I still haven't met my big three lift goals. Two plate bench, three plate squat, four plate deadlift. It's starting to be frustrating. I ran through anabolic and currently split

[@Bowfisher6363]

I’ve been seeing my numbers steadily increase on my big 3. My first mini cut is coming up in a few weeks!

[@El.Explorer]

Home gym coming soon. Tryna get like sal 😆

[@robertgarn4769]

When I was dead lifting that was the only time I ever gained weight consistently.

[@rikwilkinson9060]

It actually takes a lot of courage to get into these big lifts by yourself with no trainer as a beginner. I used to think to myself when I started squatting and deadlifting like “what the hell are you doing???” Glad I started though because they are clearly the best bang for your buck and helped me lose a lot of fat. My bench is stuck atm though 😢

[@aleciawalker1326]

I’ve just started implementing BB back squats into my routine. I’m not able to progress past 85 lbs so I’m just focusing on form and technique. I hope the weight will eventually come.

[@MindPumpShow]

Keep it up, it will!

[@jayboy6188]

Just recently bought a bundle and started Anabolic. I have to say can't get enough of it. Thank you for all the information that yall give through this podcast.

[@MindPumpShow]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@Rakyr]

I think even though you cannot feel the bench press as much, I notice that when I get stronger at it, the chest just looks thick. Also as the dumbbells get thicker the ROM is reduced so if you are strong, the barbell bench is best overall in my opinion!

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Justin sitting in front of Adam's camera like Mystery Science Theater 3000

[@Onthyme]

Our society is about the short cut and making things easier. These specially aren’t something you can do a short cut on. It’s work.

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[@orlandon07]

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[@kylerevette6930]

For someone who has spent most of their early training years focused on powerlifting-style training, is there any benefit to spending a cycle focusing specifically on one of the big three lifts (while still maintaining the other two)? Coming out of Performance in about a few weeks and looking through options!

[@alvarezsergio45]

What's best program for jiu jisu athlete. Would like to improve conditioning and power.

[@MindPumpShow]

MAPS Performance maybe twice a week!

[@alvarezsergio45]

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[@tpro4853]

We talkin' about practice man! Not a game, not a game 😂💪🏼

[@MindPumpShow]

Lol

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Thanks for all the information guys. Have been watching for a couple of weeks and already learned a lot. The info really helps for my training for the army.

[@adriana2567]

Yes, GOLDEN THREE:) Love it.

[@jakubchrobry3701]

"Practice each movement often." How often? Every hour of every day?

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[@ginaleonetti9311]

Very interested in powerlifting - have two of your programs and am about two years into strength training. But I workout at planet fitness - is it worth getting the powerlifting program if I am going to only be using a smith machine? TIA

[@Mani_DS]

I am not sure on how to send in questions that may be answered on the podcast but ill ask here anyway. I train full body x3 a week and include squat and benchpress. I don't do deadlifts but instead do bent over barbell rows. Should I switch to deadlift? Or alternate with 1 week deadlift and other week barbell row? Or is there a better way to do it? Thank you.

[@Bronson82]

Another great episode guys! I always try to add one of the "Big Three" into every session I have, my attention has turned more into strength type training now that age is catching up to me.

[@MODSofBOTS]

"the 2 heavy hitters" Justin got automated voice 😭

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Thanks!

[@king-nick2023]

I agree. However, the squat, the dead lift, and the benchpress all have different variations. It’s more common that you’ll see somebody doing a 300 pound squat then you’ll see somebody doing 100 pound pistol squat I would say pistol squats are superior just for the simple fact that they could be done anywhere with no gym equipment and it forces you to develop better ankle mobility. Also, it will just make you look like a bad ass that’s still a move that I haven’t even quite accomplished yet however, it’s definitely going to be on my agenda.

[@claymonaro68]

That's it i need to deadlift again

[@outpost31737]

You're dead right! :)

[@claymonaro68]

@@outpost31737 we can become deadly at it

[@jianyang9168]

Great info

[@adrienneskendzel7911]

That's exactly what I needed to hear! Thank you, guys, life changer!

[@alexisbrown2219]

I definitely needed this video

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I listen to you guys podcast. Love it. Mind pump should have an app for the workouts.

[@MindPumpShow]

Kajabi

[@juliusrabanastrebaldevaiii5684]

Added squats and deads back into my training by switching to the Anabolic program, had some knee issues that I had to address before felling comfortable with them again.

[@Malfono297]

I really need this, I feel like my compounds are below average Definitely trying to work on them more and prioritize them

[@nicolehalverson5225]

Literally the best example of transformation! My dream!

[@Adrian19958a]

Great content as always 👏

[@nicoleaf1976]

Amazing episode! I’ve been working on the big 3 for the last 4 weeks and this week is testing and I’ve gone up 30 lbs on the squat and 20 on my bench! Now to find out if I finally break the 300lb mark on my deadlift ! Thank you

[@MindPumpShow]

Nice work!

[@nicoleaf1976]

@@MindPumpShow Thank You!!!

[@MindPumpShow]

Nice work!

[@gnomeoshaves4641]

This was a fun episode. Really enjoyed all the advice given. Make me wonder if you guys will incorporate some of this advice in your MAPS Calisthenics program 😁

[@MartinV.]

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[@wakawaka1976]

Good stuff

[@thedamme6526]

At last, a good day to start my morning is watch this new episode

[@huckjunoy]

After listen you guys I would like to try to work on improve on the 5 main lifts may help me in overcome my issue with body image and just focus on my strength as you always recommend in this cases.

[@johnryanbrickley4066]

"synchronicity" good word justin! them peptides got that vocabulary booming lol jk jk #salute

[@duvierverdell6570]

Another great episode gentlemen, but one thing I was wondering, why don't shoulder presses and pull-ups or rows make the list along side the big three? I'm not assuming that they are inferior and should be avoided, but it surprises me that they don't get mentioned.

[@nicksmith418]

My guess is because they are not as compound-y as the other lifts.

[@duvierverdell6570]

@@nicksmith418 I have seen programs where they talk about those five exercises before. I'm just wondering what they know that we don't know that would keep those off of their list.

[@nicksmith418]

@@duvierverdell6570 I think this episode was tailored to sell the powerlifting program. And as you well know, a powerlifting competition consists of squat, deadlift, and bench.

[@curtissiebold4460]

Is it ok to use an EZ bar for a deadlift? Especially as a beginner for this move? It's all I have at the moment as I don't have a barbell. The only deadlift I've done was with dumbbells previously and no doubt I haven't been doing it right anyway. I never feel the back muscles.

[@plantjuicedaryan]

Thanks for the great show. I have been going to gym since six month ago so totally a noob. Currently bench pressing 60kg, squatting 60kg and no deadlifting as I am worried I may cause injury. My question is if it is better to stick to squatting more often with lower weights and get the technique right or do more Hack Squats? Much appreciated 🙏🏻

[@kristinrigby8952]

I don't want to grow my quads anymore but want to keep squatting and deadlifting. What should I do???

[@gladius731971]

So may I ask a question? Would it be fair to say to do this compound lips three times a week? Example Monday, Wednesday Friday with a day in between or two days in between the big lift? This is something that I’ve been struggling with for a long time now. I keep hearing all the messages that you say on Podcasts and KZbin. Focus on your big lives. Your compound lives if your goal is to get strong. My goal is to get stronger. Your advice is very helpful or anyone else’s for that matter. Thank you.

[@garagegymgranny1965]

Currently running Powerlift and I am enjoying everything except the banded pushups🤬a great show with great tips.

[@greasemonkeyfitness]

I'd like to add to the AMP/SPEAKER analogy - there's a MISSING component!: the SOURCE! 🎶💿(ie. Your Movement Patterns) The QUALITY of the Source might be more important than your Amp🎛 or Speakers🔊. If your source (or form) is garbage then you will amplify those poor movement patterns, or poor source signal, resulting in bad sound or injury. Keep pumping! 🏋🏋‍♂🏋‍♀

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