Why Calorie Obsession Is Holding You Back from Your Dream Body | Mind Pump 2316

[@bethw4270]

At 61 yrs old I got a Dexascan, 1 year later I had another Dexascan. I lost 1 pound of fat and gained 7.5 pounds of muscle. The only thing I did was eat lots of meat(150 gms/dy) and 2.5 months of Pure Barre classes(no other exercise). I found Mind Pump, dropped the barre classes, joined a gym, purchased MAPS Suspension and Anabolic and now only do strength training- I feel the best I've felt in forever!

[@carriegerdes6563]

Thank you so much! I feel like every episode I watch/listen to is tailor-made for me. I am 50 (on Friday), I have struggled for years with not being able to get the extra fat to strip away. I have been listening to you guys for about a month now. It literally has been life-changing. I shifted my entire way I was working out and eating. Before, I was all about burning the MOST possible calories I could in each workout and continually cutting my calories. I know, no surprise to you, I stopped seeing any results. I could lose 7-10 lbs, but then hit a wall. And now I know WHY!!! I have now focused my workouts to lifting heavy, at least 3 times a week. Beyond that, I make sure I get my steps in - average 12,000 a day. I also shifted my eating. I focus on my protein goals, drink enough water, and working on my sleep. And WOW! The first time in my life, I feel like the fat is melting off. In just a month, with those changes, I am down over 8 lbs. My clothes are fitting entirely different - and I am feeling so much better! Before I felt like I was punishing myself on the treadmill every day. I thought I had to. Now, I still get up at 4:30 every day to get my workouts in, but I feel 1000% better. My sleep is also improving - which has been a struggle for at least 7 years now. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Your advice and coaching is priceless.

[@anthonysullo7041]

Anyone else’s partner gets annoyed from playing these videos first thing in the morning with their coffee to start the morning? 😂 I find listening to you guys is just cathartic. ☕️

[@RickStoll-w4p]

Yep!

[@AngCJ-18444]

No but I played 9ne of the videos and a flash of a buff dude came up as part of the video and I got a lil side eye from hubby 😅I'm like it's a fitness show!!

[@jennmart8652]

Thank you so much for talking about hormones and everything!! I had Cushing syndrome and I when up to 245 pounds.. I when from 140 pounds to 245 within 5 months.. I almost died from Cushing syndrome because doctors told me that I was eating tooooo much and they put me on a diet and bp medication. And one day my heart stopped and they found the tumor just in time to save my life.. my body is not the same and it will never be the same. My cortisol levels can go from 1.8 to 27 and it is super hard to have a normal life but thanks to you guys! I have learned how to help my body in a way that doctors haven’t been able to do. Now I am 159 pounds 155 in a good day 😂😂,,, I was running 6 days and not eating. Now I run only on the weekends and I eat 1800 calories everyday. I walk 2 miles two times per day and I LIFTING WEIGHTS 4 times per week. I don’t used cane anymore!!! I don’t fall everywhere!! Thank you thank you so much..

[@AngCJ-18444]

What an experience you went through. I'm sorry you were fk over by drs that's so disappointing and unfair. Thank goodness we have access to this information hey. I hope you continue to improve and feel better in all the ways that are important to you ❤

[@ryandeffley7652]

A good fat loss strategy is to do minimal food reduction and to create more of a deficit through NEAT and general activity. People get under recovered from not eating enough food and taking in less macro and micro nutrients. It's an overall laziness and aversion to simply being more active. I'm on one of the easiest cuts of my life right now. I'm down 11lbs in 6wks by eating WAY closer to maintenance. I do stuff like incline walking, outdoor walks, standing more, etc..Since the calorie burn comes from low intensity stuff and I'm eating a ton, my strength in the gym has still been high.

[@Summerlove21]

This is helpful. Thanks for sharing.

[@anthonyi.3118]

Agreed

[@petertheophilos4818]

It makes much more sense. If a 500 calorie daily deficit is roughly a pound per week then how hard is it to cut 200 calories/day from food and burn 300 calories/day more from activity? That’s roughly 1-2 hours of quick walking depending on your weight. More energy, less hunger, more sustainable weight loss.

[@ryandeffley7652]

@@petertheophilos4818 - You're actually underestimating calorie burn from walking. Depending on weight and speed, you'll burn 100-150 cals per mile. So if you're walking at a brisk clip like 4mph, you'd burn 400-600 cals in an hour. 👍

[@petertheophilos4818]

Thanks Ryan. That highlights your original point even more. You can lose a reasonable amount of weight with a modest increase in activity and a small reduction in caloric intake. You just need to decide, learn, plan and execute

[@keithpauley3627]

At 30 years old I was pushing 300 lbs. By 35 I had starved and ran myself to 170. I was a glorious bad of skin and bone really wasn't any happier than 300 lbs. Lost interest in it go back up to around 240. Like screw it im going eat lift like body builder what could did I have to lose. Here I am 46 185 racked and stacked. Literally became superhero body. Done both to max degrees. Lift eat protein ditch the scale concentrate on strength just watch the magic.

[@vandajohnson8588]

Love this show. Im hopeful for caller number 2. It would be cool to get updates of live listeners the group keeps up with after they follow you recommendations.

[@dustinwilley4770]

Layne Norton, carbon diet coach!!! If you plug in and are honest it will shift up or down based on your weight trend

[@crystaldingman773]

This is for caller # 2. I’m 5’5 110lb female (44 years old) and I eat 2200 calories per day. I eat my last meal 20 minutes before hit the pillow. Don’t be afraid to add more calories. Just pick the right calories- whole food. Hit your protein goal and dude slow the eff down. 2 hours a day is insane.

[@Camposchris727]

The Doug story has me CRYING 😂 I feel for ya Doug

[@777BABS88]

What if you're an introvert, like me and are awkward/uncomfortable talking to strangers? Approaching people is my nightmare

[@TerrenceR11]

Hey guys! So, to start, I’m obsessed with you all, your platform and want to say I JUST PASSED MY EXAM THROUGH NASM TO BE A CPT. I’ve honestly listened to this podcast every day while studying and have learned so much more from you 3. Thanks for spreading the right messaging in a digestible and intellectual way! Much Love❤

[@PaulRandazzoSon]

Congrats 🎉

[@nogrumbobehumbo1696]

I'm on my way too, may I ask how long it took you to go through the course?

[@TerrenceR11]

@@nogrumbobehumbo1696of course. So, it took me a total of 6months (could of been quicker but I have a FT job that’s pretty demanding) Honestly, I took the practice exam, after I finished the coursework, twice a week, watched other KZbin channels speak to the main topics you have to know and this podcast. Passed on my first try. You got this!

[@nogrumbobehumbo1696]

Thank you, appreciate your input!

[@gitaromar]

This is such an important message. My wife recently asked me to coach her a bit, and this is the part she is struggling with. All we've done so far is increase the focus on protein in her diet and begin to work on 4 core lifts. She was used to eating maybe twice a day, so she is constantly expressing concern that she will gain weight from the added calories from 3 meals that are satiating. So much of the information available to the lay person is completely wrong, but I'm glad we have this channel to reference. I've told her to trust it for 3 months, and I'm confident it will blow her mind! Y'all are doing a great public service!

[@JayDen-gm7cf]

Savants are gonna save us from the AI apocalypse 😂 yall still the best! Boom! 💪🏽

[@ErickRamirez-ps9mx]

I've noticed the weight scale says I've lost 2 lbs. However, I feel better; more energy stronger and I can start seeing muscle definition!

[@chezzanna]

I track everything - macros, steps, I do 3 days per week training. For me it’s a guideline - it also keeps me ‘honest’. I also have good sleep hygiene but don’t have good sleep 😵‍💫

[@PaulRandazzoSon]

Maybe you have a bit of sleep apnea going on. Hope you figure out the sleep part!

[@Sunlightsam24]

Do you happen to supplement with magnesium?

[@chezzanna]

@@PaulRandazzoSon I use nose and mouth tapes which help. I am a mouth breather during sleep otherwise. Thank you.

[@chezzanna]

@@Sunlightsam24 I take vitamins including magnesium, have tried other things for sleep too. I am trying guided meditation now.

[@BillyJeen]

Or it could also be supplementation causing sleeplessness. I’m super sensitive to supplementation. I’ve learned the hard way and at separate times that Vitamin C, B12, and creatine all cause me awful insomnia. And I’m extremely sensitive to caffeine, too.

[@crystaldingman773]

Sal, The Google Master! I’m not sure that’s a handle I want, lol.

[@kiwietsbehrens]

Love the stories you guys tell! All the way from New Zealand. Let's go.

[@compostdave]

I track my macros and even though I hit my protein goal (170g) my daily calorie intake is barely over 1600 and still not losing weight. There's some recomp going on for sure, I can see that visually, but the belly fat just isn't budging (I know it's generally the last to go). I'm wondering what I can do. I eat carnivore/keto (under 15g of carbs) and don't do cardio. It's just frustrating that the belly fat keeps lingering

[@bodyup360fitness7]

Question #1 dude hurry up and get to the damn point!!! We don't need your ENTIRE life profile! You could have just asked the damn question and skipped your long winded question dude damn.

[@Deltafoo]

I’ve been using Candito 6 week program for a year now. I I need a change but I’m very dependent on my program. Although, I have gained strength, aesthetically I still feel fat. Which program would be good for me?

[@mrbobm00]

The happiness argument does not apply to the economic inequality, because the focus is the poor not the rich. For the poor there is direct correlation between income and happiness, in data too. Moreover, the distribution argument is also simplistic. Yes the pie could be growing for all. However data shows it does not. Reason being, the gap between rich and poor after a critical point ends up growing faster than the pie. Additionally, *if* wealthy money were invested, that could be something. But, in (perceived) difficult times, they are not. Rich people buy assets. Check the gold and house prices after Covid for example. Inequality index follows the same trends. Mainstream economics are not a good source for economics knowledge unfortunately. Other disciplines can speak better about economic inequality.

[@kathrynetzel9104]

I'm a 45 year old female and have been lifting weights since I was a teenager. I have heard you talk about bpc 157. I really want to try it, but I'm not sure which company to order it from. Do you have any suggestions?

[@yvettebennett6170]

My husband broke his tib/fib in 2005 and while he was asleep i painted his toe nails bright punk because I was crabby from taking care of him. It made me laugh but men did this and women liked it!? Thats weird!!!😂😂

[@FitVeggieMom]

56 years old, lifelong struggle with maintaining my weight. Was a cardio maniac (runner, 3 marathons, etc.) with some weight training, but now, honestly thanks to Mind Pump, I’m focusing on strength training and just enjoying the cardio for the sake of the experience. I. Feel. So. Much. Better! So appreciative!

[@Zx6rBlue]

Ive stopped counting calories this month. Juat focusing on getting between 20-40g protein per meal, stop eating 2 hours before bed and going to the gym 3 times per week for an hour. Ive lost an inch from everywhere and am feeling a lot less anxiety around food. I think im scared to eat enough when i count.

[@nicolehalverson5225]

Can you do both and get results? I've been in a deficit for 30 days and no weight loss or sculpting but I'm for sure gaining strength. I just want to lose fat!

[@MrDcdannyb]

your stuff helps put things in perspective for me.still somewhat confusing

[@makenziwheelersommer8666]

Sal you don't sound well. I can only imagine the supplement routine at the moment. Hope you feel better soon!

[@justingonzales4935]

My Theory on Savant Syndrome is we learned that “hidden talent” from one of our past lives

[@justingriffin7127]

I think you need a spin off podcast to explore conspiracy theories.

[@SkyeMelodyy]

I used to think that I needed to burn more calories than I ate and no one told me any different.

[@RBW8774]

Saw this title and knew I needed this message 😅 thanks guys!!

[@2ndstreetmarvel]

💪🏿I’ve only counted calories, and tracked one time ever for about 90 days. I got GREAT results! Working my way back from my accident, I haven’t even worried about it, though I must be at about the right point. Over the last 3 months I remained at 215, didn’t drop 1 pound, BUT my legs are more solid, and stronger, my back is wider, etc. My composition has changed, I lost inches in spots. Now weight is steadily starting to drop off each week. 💪🏿 PS. The story about Doug and the hotel alarm clock has me DYING!!🤣🤣🤣 That’s me all the way. 🤣

[@AB-lb4zv]

Moral of the story don’t eff with Doug the bear 🐻

[@thebluewormbin3444]

The whole idea of concentrating on what you’re good at and outsourcing the rest is part of the Pareto principle. Perry Marshall did a great job of explaining it in his 80/20 book. Concentrate on the 20% of shit that makes you the most money and outsource the 80% of tasks you suck at.

[@JRLEY]

I am guilty. I've dropped 45 pounds this year through a very improved diet. The first 40 is easy, but the last pounds like to hang on. It's easy to continue what was working, even though it isn't so much anymore. Now that I have added lifting into the mix, I need to learn to stop worrying so much about the calories, just eat good food when I'm hungry, lots of protein, and workout regularly (Doing MAPS Anabolic now)

[@astb01]

What would be awesome in the newsletter is ideas for meal plans to help with (a) muscle gain (b) fat loss etc Most of peoples battles are not in the gym but in the kitchen. Life isn’t just chicken rice and broccoli 😢😂 Plans for specific goals would be great: - if I want to lean out you could follow X meal plan - if I want to put on muscle mass you could follow X meal plan 🤔

[@suhwateezea.214]

I dated a girl with Tramautic Brain Injury for 1 year. She hid her memory loss from me. One day I realized she never remembered any of our experiences. She eventually got upset with me one day over something petty, and just allowed herself to forget about me overnight. Tough pill to swallow

[@STRENGTHFIRSTOFFICIAL]

Great video as always! Strength training is always the hardest to sell especially when counting calories is most clients and everyday individuals care about.

[@LatimusChadimus]

I would believe it at 80% because you said about 1 lb of skin cells a year into your mattress, which is why after 10 years it feels 10 lb heavier. You guys right now are shedding skin cells into your clothing and it's getting into the furniture that you're sitting on and yes it will appear as dust but look in your vacuum cleaner next time you vacuum the carpet, it's mostly hair and skin

[@LobisAnthony]

Hello mind pump if my scale is getting a little bit down sometimes it’s stalls for example Jan I was 87 right now I’m 82 sometimes 80 sometimes I ate around 1600 but regular I ate aroun: 1800 2000 caloric range … if my strength is getting better it means I gain muscle ? Thanks

[@zeroflaw]

Even to this day I still over think my health process... trying to step back and just lift. MIND PUMP 4EVER

[@carolannN9712]

Thank you for repeating these messages! After hearing them over and over I've finally convinced myself to commit to reverse dieting and giving patience to your programming. For me, mentally believing it's the right path lowers my stress, which I think is helping keep my cortisol belly at bay. Going through the motions but doubting the process and worrying everyday would not be as effective as understanding the "why" and trusting that this process works ❤. MAPS team for president '24 ✌️!

[@randyfrazier8307]

Hey that was my question a few weeks ago lol

[@sherryschied8659]

Biggest thing I'm worried about is entering menopause! I'm doing everything I can now to hopefully stay fit well into my elder years. I'm 42 now. 💪🏻

[@KC_Triumphs]

Strength training will be the best you gain more muscle and you have endurance even though it doesn’t burn the most calories…….great video

[@NeimanOnKick]

Never was into fitness or health you guys changed my life and health the last few months. Family members have started to noticed changes so i appreciate all 4 of y’all’s Wisdom in this realm. I’m Going to Build Up The Courage to try new exercises since I’m so grounded in the wrong programming and I am aware of it and trusting the process I’ll be back in a year from now to share results. Y’all Earned my sub🎉 with ease and I’m very picky on subbing

[@ThePoomuffins]

Been listening to your guys's show for quite some time now! I absolutely love it, listening to you guys is definitely helped me stay on track with lifting weights 3 days a week and I have significantly improve my body composition. You guys have such wonderful advice and now I'm just working on finding a good program for me

[@Summerlove21]

Great podcast guys. Loving the content. Almost done with MAPS anabolic and loving it! Getting shredded and bikini ready for summer 🙌

[@claymonaro68]

Before discovering mind pump podcast, i was so focused on what exercise burns the most calories, now calories is a long way down the list , how I feel and how strong I'm getting. The buy product is I'm fitting better in my clothes and moving better. Thanks again guys

[@kyle.plattner]

Love Mind Pump so much! You guys have quite literally changed my life! I was chasing endless hours of cardio for so many years before understanding how self defeating my workout plan was. Now I'm lifting every day and eating more than I did when I was doing 2 hours of cardio a day! I'm so grateful for your podcast! Please keep it up!

[@crystaldingman773]

I would be curious to know if these people in comas were spoken to in French by staff while she was in the coma or if the guy who could play music had the radio playing 24/7 in his room while he was in his coma. We often put tv and radio on for coma patients - perhaps that can some influence ?

[@michaelschiller9570]

Recently, I had to move down to one/two day a week with my normal daily walks, and my body responded so positively. I was surprised. I didn't realize all the equipment moves and shows I've done lately should be chalked up as extra workouts.

[@sethmcclendon8302]

Just started following you guys love the info and putting it to work. 32 year old 280 lbs focusing on strength. Love the podcasts.

[@Technico116]

I had no idea you guys were doing live events! Hopefully I can meet you when you come back to the East coast.

[@Cr4nium13]

Living in the UK these episodes come out whilst I'm asleep so when I wake up the first thing I do is watch Mind Pump. Been over 4 years now since I found them but still loving it! Best fitness podcast out there 💪

[@sethmendez5829]

Thanks for making the 3 day course easier to access and send to my coworkers rather than me having to find and forward the replay emails. Ima keep re-watching the videos at the end of my closing front desk shifts at the gym until I get enough traction and clientele to afford the actual trainer course.

[@robino941]

I completely agree that you need to pay attention to how you feel. Mind Pump has helped me so much, in terms of moving past my obsession with calories. 💚

[@leeannpetty5486]

I’m about start phase 2 of Maps Aesthetic. I’m very excited to see how I change !!

[@MyZane01]

Im pretty sure getting pissed and losing your shit doesnt burn calories either...but there is probably some sort of adaptation happening

[@BeckyJB]

53:17 😂 funny “joy mode” is always the way I feel when I go to the gym to get a pump anyway. then I realize that it’s a product or pre workout. 😂

[@michaelcozzitortoiii5350]

Listening to Adam talk to that kid that was asking questions about personal training, I can see how he was a top trainer and a top manager of trainers. That was really good advice.

[@delfossambucetti]

Always inspiring hit a wall but this episode helped me see things in a better way!!! Thank you guys

[@YUDONO22]

Thank you guys for all the efford and hard work you guys put in to get this mutch needed information out there!!

[@cesarolivero6137]

Great recommendations. My philosophy rigth is enjoying the training and only hitting protein targets.

[@gabriellerose4253]

I'm here to listen, learn and WIN! Woo! Thank you guys for always showing up❤

[@charliesmith6415]

Getting closer to 500k followers guys! Keep pumping the mind!

[@kookoo4mike]

Like that this video is sped up. Perfect speed. Please always keep it here. Easier to listen to. TY

[@linvel1186]

I’m going to skip through the mites on our bodies part. I don’t want to know. Stoooop. Lol

[@mitchellwatson6367]

Send me advanced, I'm ready.

[@EmbraceTheJacob]

Adam with the pink laces on the Travis Scott’s! 👏🏻

[@yisel-pq4qc]

So excited you guys are coming to Vegas ! Finally!!!❤❤🎉🎉

[@leannebahuaudbradley569]

This was so eye opening! Time to stop thinking about the lie of the calorie burn!

[@jhill66]

GOAT podcast!!!

[@kingking-mo7tc]

If you listen to nothing else in this episode is the Doug is a funny bear. 😂 I was in tears

[@3O0O]

Great content , keep going! Subscribed

[@anoopsivarajan1996]

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[@macmclark65]

Love the Tuesday newsletter! It's a fun read, thanks guys!

[@nessalouise27]

I love how real you guys are with each other. Awesome podcast!!

[@dlansman]

The windex bottle during Adams weird laugh 😂

[@timgazsy666]

Sals got a cold

[@yusefzelfel1699]

I would be very grateful to giving maps anabolic advanced the shot, since I have been running maps anabolic already and I’ve been training for three years. Keep up the good work guys you are truly inspiring.

[@MindPumpShow]

@yusefzelfel1699 Winner! Please email: [e-mail] with a screenshot of your youtube username, winning episode number, and the email address you would like the program under and we will get you hooked up!

[@annarandall6723]

Thank you soooo much... You guys are AWESOME...

[@linvel1186]

So true, I’ve been conditioned to think that if I’m not extremely sore the day after my workout the my workout wasn’t effective. So then, I end up feeling like I wasted my time. I need to rewire my thinking.

[@Szilvia_Szilvia]

Self-awareness is the 1st step. Good job!

[@Boostisablast]

Thanks again for yet another free class! 💪🏻

[@Jcampos24601]

Sals voice is dying again lol

[@jacoblogmet]

Boom

[@chantalouellet8421]

Your show : My threat of the day 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@hansA3aan]

Thanks for the cast again :)

[@LatimusChadimus]

Sal sounds under the weather

[@chezzanna]

Loving your Newsletter

[@AdamFinancial]

Keep up the great content 👏🏼

[@Jerry_TheFitnessMessiah]

Nicely done ☑️🔥

[@greasemonkeyfitness]

Wish you guys would use your skeptical, truth seeking, research backed minds to look into the most relevant "conspiracy" relating to our health and sovereignty, possibly ever! You could really make a difference with your influence. Maybe you're afraid of getting canceled on YT..