Why Mind Pump Doesn’t Give Meal Plans | Mind Pump 2395

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[@Steelerfan1983]

I was the same way for years: afraid to have the ‘wrong’ food because it would throw me off. After taking time to understand my overall nutrition, I got to the point of being able to have the birthday cake my fiancé made for me yesterday and actually enjoy it without feeling like “now I need to go run 18 miles to burn it off”. All about balance and the long game. Thanks guys!

[@Genesis_strength]

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I have been listening to this podcast for several years now when I was at my lowest point in my life. I was 175 pounds and 30% body fat. I would replay some episodes over and over. I trusted what you guys were saying about strength/resistance training and to focus on protein protein protein despite what everyone tried to tell me and what we have been told over the years by the fitness industry. It was because of this podcast and later purchasing several maps programs that I am down to 145 pounds and feel the best I’ve ever felt in my life! There were so many times during the process that I wanted to quit because I felt like I was putting in all this work with minimal results (I thought) but hearing you guys talk about how it’s a process to build muscle and it takes time was honestly the only thing I kept repeating in my head when I wanted to quit. Can’t thank you guys enough for changing my life!!!

[@jasonhobbs2405]

Been a hard gainer my whole life. Last year, at 38, I found mind pump. My favorite video ever is your 20 minutes per day video. I applied those principles, dialed my intensity way back, practiced core lifts with focus on technique, and I’ve put on 15 pounds of muscle in a year. I feel great and I’m the strongest I’ve ever been, doing way less work, and beating up my body so much less. I now bench 1.25x body weight, squat 1.5, and deadlift 2.0. Not incredible numbers, I know, but plenty to feel good and do everything I want to do in life. Thank you mind pump!

[@jlmitch570]

Very good take. I've had my trainer for 2yrs. It bothered me that he didn't supply a meal plan. I later understood that nutrition is something that I had to fix myself. The wrkouts were the least of my problems. I totally get it now!!

[@newovafitness]

Every client that signs up with me asks for a meal plan and I always tell them that I want to teach them how to do things so they don’t need me for the rest of their life. Tracking is always a great start. I always appreciate you guys and your channel. Thank you for all the amazing information. Much respect

[@SmedleyButlerIII]

I start out with a month of meal "plans", but it's basically the next step after initial blood work and learning any nutrient difficiancies or issues to knockout/address...So I don't learn them later trying to find out why none of this is working....

[@SmedleyButlerIII]

But have noticed after the month of meal plans I let them do it themselves and (at first) they spend the next few weeks like deer in the headlights

[@mval8297]

I love these guy's ability to break down topics and provide explanations. The reality is that people don't realize that you need to experience the journey of becoming healthy and what works for them. There is no one manual for all.

[@leeretaschen231]

Exactly. Don’t tell people what to eat in order to reach their goals. Each people how to eat in order to reach their goals. Teach people how to make the right choices to reach their goals.

[@alexishawthorne]

Great episode. Finding out that meal plans could also lead to regaining and that 'doing everything perfectly' is not the way for lasting results was a huge weight off my shoulders (and back and arms and legs).

[@hannahfreeman-vagg8534]

This is such good advice, I hate being on a diet but if I'm doing something like increasing my protein intake and eating 2 pieces of fruit a day, I don't feel like I'm on a "Diet" but I'm losing weight 🎉🎉

[@ftolo82]

I don’t remember how I stumbled across this channel but I’m so glad I did. I had helped and educated me so much! I’m currently just coming over a 4 week building phase. This week I’m eating back at maintenance and then back to building next week. Eating wise, I just make sure I’m conscious of my choices, I tend to eat the same thing nearly everyday, just makes tracking a lot easier. I also make sure that I allow myself the foods I want to eat so as to not binge on them.

[@rosanatoloi]

Just came back from a 3-day trip to Germany where I ate my weight in yummy and delicious food. Sticking to a meal plan never worked for me, but eating what I want in moderation always does. And, of course, allowing yourself to enjoy the little things in life and all the experiences food brings is always a win in my book. Awesome episode!

[@MgmG-dx6lc]

I do not meal plan anymore but it helped me create an healthy habits with foods. Without thinking I know what food and training gives me curtains results.

[@Celena2224]

You guys are the best! You don’t go with the lies of the industry. You share the truth! And the truth is always better than even a lie I think I want to hear.

[@charliesmith6415]

Been watching for going on two years now and this episode hit home. I’ve heard all the advice before around eating but this time it really clicked! Thanks crew for all that you do.

[@martinraya263]

Starting Anabolic tomorrow thanks to your giveaway! This will take my training to another level!

[@PCC_]

This video is so true. I had a trainer that would give me a specific meal plan, but it’s more challenging and stressful. My new trainer gives me a wide selection of what to eat. There’s more freedom and better for long term results. As long as you hit your macros/calories and train.

[@mnyshrpknvs]

Catch a man a fish, he eats for a day. Teach a man to fish, he eats for life!

[@TheSharna23]

This is absolutely the best example of this concept!

[@kylehewson6258]

How original

[@osbellgarcia7065]

I love this episode, its a great answer for one of my doubt about meal plans and I was right, it feels good that I'm in the right path for being a successful PT. Thanks guys, I appreciate your work and your years of dedication, its saving me years of suffering as a PT.

[@cprosio9]

This was amazing!!! I’m a health coach primarily working with people using glp’s. This is the approach I take, I add not subtract. If I could have this episode playing on a continuous loop for every one to listen to I would, don’t worry I will be sharing this episode!!! You guys rock!!

[@ppgcynb]

Such a good encouragement at the right time. I always stick to the meal plan and it is overwhelming when you fall off track. I love the way you convey the message to have a good relationship with food and see it in cultural perspectives. That reminds me to have a better enjoyment with food and not too obsessed with it when it does not go as planned.

[@tachacruz]

I am so grateful that I have found mindpump. Not only has it helped me personally but it has shown me how other ppl view things and how we should talk about health and fitness to those around us. And I love how you all bring in your lives overall. 💜

[@kyle.plattner]

Most clear explanation I’ve ever heard on meal planning. So good! Mind Pump is pure gold. Love it!

[@amandastone7549]

Thank you for this info! I got stuck for years in meal plan mode thinking it was what I needed. It wasn't until I went through nutrition coaching last year with my trainer that I realized how important it was to be able to learn what your body needs and not just do what someone tell you

[@andyspastryshop]

Your nutrition advice has been a game changer for not only me but my wife and 16 year old son. Thank you!!!!!!!!!

[@Beachbumcry_stl]

So appreciate the way you all contribute to explain things, the different viewpoints and examples is awesome. Loved Adam's explanation of not giving answers but figuring out the formula. Your episodes are my binge watch at work!

[@ChrisWatson-e4m]

Love this guy's, meal planning is so monotonous. I find that keeping your meals as simple as possible is a big help as it takes a lot of the food decision making process away. Keep up the good work, ✌️ From the UK

[@angelinelee1962]

I've been a long-time listener of this channel and spend a lot of time listening to your podcast every day. Your insights and guidance have been incredibly valuable, and I truly believe this program can help me reach my fitness and bodybuilding goals. I hope to win the program and continue my journey with your amazing support!

[@strongerbetterfitness3776]

I love this for many reasons. The entire show was about the topic. Very understandable and filled with nuggets of wisdom. Thanks guys!!!

[@staydrvnmike]

Awesome episode! Been watching for right at a year now. Preciate all your transparency and also good seeing dads do there thing and still being present as a husband and father!!! 💯

[@K9Innovation]

This was another really great episode with lots of information that applies to real life. Thank you! Your insights remind us of how much you all care!

[@alkhemiefitnezzllc6287]

I agree. I don’t give meal plans. I do Macro coaching and showing clients how to change their relationships with food and they can get a better outcome.

[@VermouthLove]

Great perspective on diets, they never work long term. It’s better to focus on incorporating nutritional foods rather than taking away. Keep up the good work.

[@jeremiahbarrett7731]

Great show, this one is definitely what I needed to hear as I’m getting back into shape and want to just go hard all the time. Thank you guys for the great work! God bless!

[@amberalmond1998]

This is how I’ve been trying to help people. Even my husband keeps telling me to just tell him what to eat. I always start with hit your protein goal and do some research so you know how and what to eat when I’m not with you or your out with friends or at work and forget to bring something.

[@ashleymitchell3201]

Thanks for this topic working on my nutrition and figuring out what I’ll eat to meet macros is better for me to stick with it then just being told what to eat.

[@kalebjohnson9183]

My trainer gave me suggestions, and the most impactful thing he had me do was track my meals and the micronutrients. Seeing how many calories and sodium and sugar I was eating was shocking enough to help me change.

[@Calamity_Jack]

I'm glad that you don't spoon feed (pardon the pun) a meal plan. I've been through so many over the years and can never stick to them. It's funny, only now in the later part of my life am I starting to figure out what works for me. Probably by the time I figure it all out all, though, it'll be time to move into assisted living. 😂 Love what you guys do.

[@oddbod6366]

I try to hit my protein goals, track my calories, and eat Whole Foods. One or two cheat meals a week. I’ve lost 36 lbs.

[@mihapirnar8915]

What an unexpected spectacular episode. I did not see that coming at all. Although i did ask myself the question about that exact topic. Mind Pump rocks!

[@JustBlameEntropy]

learning to eat intuitively was one of the best skills I learned in my life and I was so glad when I found out that Sal also discussed this in his book strength training revolution, that's the way fr fr 💪

[@JustBlameEntropy]

oh also going for minimally processed food is a mega game changer

[@Szilvia_Szilvia]

32:46 that's true. Changing diet from anything to anything abruptly instead of incrementally is a receipe for desaster in any case. Upsets the microbiome and may cause struggles even months later.

[@LoriLane-434]

You're so right! Meal planning is personal. It's taken me a long time to eliminate and then add foods that work for me and hit my macros. My husband would not enjoy nor feel good eating like I do and visa versa. You are definitely preaching to the choir on this. I tell people to have an idea of their macros but then play with your meals until you get what works for you! ❤

[@rossfarmer2472]

Love this! It’s always changing and learning how to eat is the right goal.

[@HawgUpdates]

Loved this video!! Had to use trial and error myself to find what foods worked best for me to stay satiated in a caloric deficit

[@josephregel1]

Great advise on taking smaller individual changes. Thanks guys!

[@megangrogg9164]

So glad I found you guys. There's soooo much conflicting information out there and I know you guys will share the truth!

[@thomasanthonyellis7047]

Can’t ever miss a show and this one was great. Diet has always been a hard thing for me and I have tried every meal plan I could find and I was always unsuccessful.

[@justintuttle137]

True talk

[@geminierica4077]

What you described was exactly how my first coaching experience went .. I told him everything I did and what I liked it I eat etc and how I liked to workout and he changed everything.. just have a meal plan of foods I didn't even say I enjoyed. I said I liked protein bars once in a while he said you can't eat anything processed but had my drinking 200 calorie intra workout drinks etc.. This was for lifestyle coaching also just to bulk and grow some muscle I had very little flexibility. I noticed some good results on the plan but ultimately I started to hate food and not enjoy a big part of my life which was eating. He didn't even give me the macros so I could substitute anything.. and kept saying later it would get more flexible but I'm not a guinea pig just to eat the same thing every day it has to work for me too. Anyway I stopped the plan after a few weeks.. if it was macro based I probably wouldn't have quit but he wouldn't do it that way. Also as someone with a history of ED I found a lot of the same old thoughts creeped in of having to control every variable and feeling like I've cheated if it wasn't perfect

[@mcdermid85]

Just found this channel. Really enjoying it. Thank you!

[@jessicapark3669]

Relieving, hopeful, thank you!

[@Slughornable]

A big shout out for Portugal! Your podcast has been helping a lot

[@andreasmith8405]

Thanks for the informative info you provide. I’m currently following one of your programs and learning what foods my body loves and hates.

[@markmartinez1275]

Just add some cardio to burn off those extra calories. I've been able to enjoy my cheat days a lot better and have been losing the fat, too. And remember, moderation with highly palatable foods. Good luck to everyone with their personal goals! You got this!

[@afrojun]

I agree that meal plans are a short term fix for a long term lifestyle problem, thanks for articulating that point well!

[@360FreshHypnosis]

I've wondered myself why you don't provide a meal plan so thank you for explaining!

[@florenceroses]

I think for most people a hybrid approach helps. As a mum having a list of meals and snacks for the week helps not to over purchase, and saves some time cooking too. My approach is to prepare 3 proteins, 3 veg and 3 carbs and then I can mix and match through the week to have a variety of meals. Having a family it is not realistic to have the same meals and snacks every day for a week. Making some time to prepare ingredients on the weekend which can just be assembled at dinner time does save me time.

[@alejandra0785]

Great analogy! We have to learn how to eat for life not just for an event/period.

[@IgorMikeshin]

Listening to this while eating a protein-rich breakfast, which you guys taught me

[@robinhensley2558]

This is so good! I did my first competition in bikini in 2014 on a strict meal plan eating fish 6 times a day for months and I hate fish and yea I got super lean but within 2 weeks after my show I gained 20 pounds and was heavier than when I started prep! It took me a few years to get my body back to normal. It was awful!

[@bamos803]

I remember one of the most shredded guys I know. Told me to just eat whole foods and drink plenty of water

[@LatimusChadimus]

And salt that food! Supplement magnesium too and you'll be set

[@ameliacarter7656]

Ur absolutely right! I am obsessed with meal planning. I had anorexia when I was a child. I still have issues with food. 🙁I try to eat some donuts or pizza once a month to try to break my obsession. I weigh all my food…so obsessed 😞

[@SmedleyButlerIII]

It's hard to find a happy medium of being passionate and dialed in to only putting real food in you .. but yet you look like the weirdo when everyone else is eating papa johns fake food....and you politely take no part in it

[@yisel-pq4qc]

I really needed to hear what Adam said at the end about not doing everything at once just start with protein. I’m definitely like Katrina 😅 Thank you watched this episode twice to get it through my thick skull ❤ thank guys 🧠💪🏼 best podcast ever !

[@Christinelsa]

I’ve been watching yall for years, but only recently came to the realization that I need to hire a trainer for myself to guide me through some imbalances, etc. I think if they gave me a meal plan I’d laugh. I’ve always thought of that being more of a nutritionists job

[@harshitboss]

I love MindPump a lot but learning forms of exercises like Deadlift, Squats, Bench presses, Rows is extremely tough from your videos. ( for beginners like me I think)

[@nicolehalverson5225]

I listen to you every day - just feels wrong not to!

[@michelle4688]

Haha legit it’s like part of the workout 😂

[@nicolehalverson5225]

@@michelle4688 lost without it for sure!

[@rdaliz]

Seriously what an amazing episode❤

[@Camposchris727]

Love Adams monologue there at the end on how he helped Jessica

[@Szilvia_Szilvia]

31:39 your athletic performance drops on a low carb diet because you've only done it intermittently. You've never committed long enough to stick it out & arrive at full fat adaptation, which depending where you're coming from can take up to 12 months.

[@carlspencer855]

Love these show thank you for all help

[@albinofernandez408]

My meal plan is I fast for 16 hours I eat a bowl with blueberries and a dinner around five or 6 o’clock Monday through Friday and whatever I want on the weekend

[@jakebritton9709]

I follow the Anabolic diet and get to eat the foods i enjoy without feeling bad or guilty.

[@AHaffejee]

Absolutely well said !

[@FrankEats]

“ Not fun to be around”. 😂 FO- real!

[@markcevallos9256]

It’s easy for me to eat the same thing everyday. I drive around all day and eat in my van, I don’t have time to figure out what to eat so I pack a lunch. On the weekends I eat freely but I am mindful. My question, if I eat the same thing during the week months on end would I Plato

[@felipearbustopotd]

Tracking was fun at 1st - paper pen and then spreadsheet from scratch was novel - but it got too much. That said - it helped build the knowledge base I needed to open my eyes to what I was eating. I kept the spreadsheet / data base updated so I have a very comprehensive list of what I ate - and there is a lot of variety. It certainly was not chicken breast and rice, far from it. Looking at the data base - I wonder why I not at 300+ lbs and needing a crane to get out of bed or be hoisted in a bath tub that would resemble a swimming pool. lol It got really bad when taking the kitchen scale to the restaurant, was thought of as a good idea.... do not do it. Thankfully that was many years ago - and tracking today is so much simpler and easier and it seems more and more people are doing it - hopefully with a positive out come.

[@drogramadanjohnson1061]

Great topic and right on time, I'm in the trial and error phase as we speak

[@DuckHandX]

You guys Rock 🤙🏽 ima see you at the finish line

[@christinamanzanares3695]

I need this 🙏🏼

[@theironforce3000]

Great episode and overall tips .

[@Gainswithgator]

So true! Thats the reason why I just try to eat clean unprocessed food ,and eat the cake during someone’s birthday party 🎉

[@timcarubie2503]

Keep yo your protiens consume what you should be stay away from alcohol fast after 7pm for me and I dropped weight and a lot of it!

[@ianfoster98]

Best channel ever

[@LatimusChadimus]

Can't wait to start KB4A! Wednesday 😁😁

[@Szilvia_Szilvia]

4:32 yeah.... but not really...as long as you're talking about individuals of the same species. There're some minor differences depending on some genetics & environment like latitude, but it's not really substantial.

[@koolburn5218]

Great topic thanks.

[@abdulazizalmaneea177]

Amazing content!

[@claymonaro68]

Great episode, thanks guys

[@Szilvia_Szilvia]

16:36 if you can only connect to others through food, you have a problem. If you sooth yourself (anxiety, etc) with food, you have a problem

[@bryanrisso7508]

The only diet i was ever really able to follow is keto. Simply because i have an addictive personality. And if i get a little bit of sugar i will over do it. When im off keto i just cant seem to lose weight.

[@Pun28s]

This is true However if you’re on your weightloss journey all that celebration shit, balance, soft shit is out the window for a while until u can gain control, learn & rewire urself I’m down over 206lbs .. kept it off over 5yrs & gradually getting better, this ain’t no shit I’ve heard .. I live it

[@CryptoTrey]

Great Information!

[@johntravis7304]

I was going to write a long history but I just don't care anymore. May 2021 I was 498. Today I am 305 lb. After hitting 370, I stopped losing weight unless I was on carnivore. I do 8 egg breakfast, 1.25 lb ground beef 20% lunch, and 6 oz salmon When I stick to that, the scale moves. When I don't, it doesn't. The end PS: 310 lb inbody showed 97 lbs of muscle, dexa done same week showed 115 lb of fat. Have a nice day.

[@lifewithphoenix7972]

Selling meal plans are a business let’s be real. I think starting off you should get on one if you don’t know how to manage but it should be up to the client to learn from it and the trainer to educate on how to properly eat. So eventually you can do it on your own and it becomes natural

[@cesarolivero6137]

Lo mejor es comer saludable y alto en proteínas. Siempre me siento satisfecho y no tengo restricciones.

[@Szilvia_Szilvia]

25:06 protein-yes, fat-yes, fiber-NO. Fiber is contraindicated.

[@treysledge2885]

I need an app to help me keep track of protien. Tried a few and can't find one I really like.

[@aleksandrap7336]

Really like Macros app

[@stinkyham9050]

Try Marco Factor, I've been using it for a year. It costs $17 a month but it's worth it. It's so easy to use. You can scan barcodes or even a nutrition label without a barcode and it updates automatically. You can add in different foods manually and just give it a weight and it updates. It's so easy.

[@SmedleyButlerIII]

This new one I just downloaded..called the calculator😝 is pretty badass. Ya know, 30 + 45 + 55 + 45 = 175!!!!!

[@treysledge2885]

@SmedleyButlerIII I get that but I don't know the protein content of all foods. Just looking for an easier way.

[@SmedleyButlerIII]

@@treysledge2885 man I hear ya....was just being a butthead my bad.....I think Ive just googled how many grams of protein in ___ ounces of ______ so many times, that I've memorized most of it. The same way if you weigh certain foods/veggies for a good while you eventually just know by feel, without using the scale anymore 👍

[@douglasnitcher1468]

Love maps15 would like to try more

[@silverpyramid9251]

15:00 I really wish! as a 50 year old woman I weight train to failure at least 3x a week walk 10k steps a day and if my calories go above abour 1500 I will gain weight. its so frustrating. I followed this from jan to june and only lost 7lbs.