I’ve been on my journey for 7 weeks now. The scale basically stopped moving but I’m still continuing and not giving up because stopping won’t get me any closer to my goals. I now love doing research and finding videos like this one to keep me motivated and educated
I lost 20 lbs in 2 months and was stuck there at 180 for 5 months. I concentrated on continuing to avoid sugar and processed foods not binging and dealing with cravings. It was discouraging but I was feeling better and my appetite and cravings were under control. I made a point to get deep sleep. After 5 months I’ve lost 4 lbs and at 176 which has been 20 yrs since I’ve been that thin. I want to be 150. Don’t stop if you plateau cause you sure don’t want go in reverse.
@@NA-sb2kd middle of week 9. Still making strides. Turns out I’ve been gaining muscle and my body fat percentage dropped by 4 percent. Still not a big scale impact but it’s all great parts of the journey.
0:24: 💪 Sal focuses on building muscle to help clients lose weight and keep it off. 14:21: 🏋♀ Weight loss is not just about reducing calories and burning more calories through exercise, but also about building muscle and improving body composition. 20:53: 💪 Strength training is a sustainable approach to weight loss and body composition change that promotes adaptation and burns more calories. 31:52: 💪 Building muscle through the right dose of exercise is key for longevity and overall health. 42:32: 💪 Building muscle through strength training is the most effective and sustainable form of exercise for the average person in the context of modern life. 52:37: 🏋♂ Strength training is the most important form of exercise, and it can be adapted for anyone regardless of age or fitness level. 1:02:48: 💪 Encouraging parents to incorporate strength training into their routine for better health and longevity. 1:11:52: 🏋♀ Starting with basic movements and focusing on form is crucial for effective strength training. 1:21:24: :fork_and_knife: The speaker emphasizes the importance of starting with self-love and self-care when it comes to eating healthy, rather than self-loathing or punishment. 1:31:28: 🥦 Avoid heavily processed foods, eat your body weight in grams of protein, drink plenty of water, and avoid eating while distracted to aid in weight loss. 1:49:01: ✨ Developing a positive relationship with food and oneself takes time and effort, but it is possible. 1:57:10: 🏋♂ The journey of health and fitness is more important than the destination, and it should be approached with enjoyment and compassion. 2:03:00: 👍 The speaker appreciates the compassionate and informative approach of the person being interviewed in their content and leadership style. Recap by Tammy AI
The moment that Sal said standing up while watching tv is resistance training, or an 80 yr old holding their arm above their head for 10 seconds is resistance training.....sold me. Any little movement is the real deal. He appears to be willing to start where people are.
As a woman, watching this is so refreshing! He has busted so many myths with simplicity which otherwise are really complex topics. I am 8months postpartum now starting to get back to my workout routines. One thing I am going to be doing more is strength training and doing less of cardio. Heavy cardio is just not sustainable. In fact makes you want to eat more and negate the gains.
I started my journey 7 years ago. I’m still going strong. It’s my lifestyle now. And I don’t workout for a long time. I’m just consistent. And to me the nutrition is number 1.
Love this. He’s seems to be one of the few people leading the “fitness” industry who doesn’t have deranged and ridiculous ideas about the human body. You can look amazing without all the psychosis.
As a woman, Mind Pump Podcast completely changed my life. I tried to get the body I love for almost 12 years. I finally got the perfect body I’m excited about and love in only 4 month. After being convinced to up my protein and lift heavy- I finally have energy, gave up my ED, and feel stronger everyday. I’m 19% body fat, lean, and finally looking super sculpted. It’s a super amazing journey going after strength instead of just being skinny and seeing bones.
WOW!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 your story is very encouraging! I am so glad that you did not give up and found what works. That is so many people’s story, and they don’t give up and you give them home. Myself included. Thank you for sharing!
Ive listened to Sal explain the benefits of strength training for over 10 years and it never gets old. He has a way of breaking it down simply and effectively. Great convo, great job buddy!
I really appreciate how Sal shared his personal struggles with health and fitness ❤ I can relate as I beat myself up in the gym all through my 20’s because I was bulemic and trying to burn every single “extra” calorie that I over-indulged in. Now in my 40’s I lift weights and train for longevity and strength 💪 I’m in better shape at 47 then I ever was in my 20’s! Now I’m finally taking care of myself the way I deserve ❤
I don’t use my scale anymore. I have Sal’s book - I’ve been following the first exercise program , cleaning up my nutrition , building muscle - my clothes fit better, I’m getting stronger - I know it’s working. Slow body changes- and my daughter told me that I look tighter.,❤ Thank you Sal! Let’s go Sharks! 😂
Sal was amazing. Down to earth. Well communicated to the average full time working person. We need more of this real talk on UA-cam for the average person. Because most fitness people sound like they’re talking to people who basically have nothing going on in life but working out.
This was a fabulous video. This man is so tuned in to the realities of the human condition with regard to health, diet and fitness. He is also kind and giving and loves his kids. I hope good things happen to him and all around him. Thank you so much!
I really appreciate Sal's delivery. Honestly I can't think of a topic that I am Less Interested in. I checked in because I am stuck with a dramatic life change due to covid. Older, suddenly sedentary, 25 pounds heavier, never exercised,... Definitely picked up some good ideas, and Motivation. Thank You
18:15 I love this. People keep sayivng "calories in vs calories out" is dumb, old-think and just gets people frustrated and often even fatter. But, it's simply a fact that to lose weight, you must exist in a calorie deficit for some time. So "eat less, move more" is based in truth, but that little blurb is leaving out a universe of information you need to be successful. The main thing I had to learn for myself was to reevaluate my relationship with food. If you are like I was, and were looking to get an emotional pick-me-up from food you've really got to address that. Food is fuel, and the better the fuel the better you're body runs. And "runs" applies to everything in your life. How you feel, how you look, how you sleep, how you walk and run or bike and lift and combinations of all those things. But the cool thing is, the best fuel is satisfying and delicious. Has anyone ever eaten a "girly salad" and honestly thought "man! That really hit the spot"?
Sal is the real deal. He understands the importance of psychology (making better food decisions, building sustainable and healthy habits and patterns of behavior, stress management, adequate sleep), diet (the effects of certain foods, varied hormonal responses, how the body metabolizes specific foods/macronutrients) and exercise. It's all connected.
This insightful interview restored my hope that it's not too late for me to rebuild my body. Sal's sage advice, coupled with his compassionate delivery completely transformed my understanding of how I can safely strength train. Additionally, and perhaps even more importantly than providing me with the concrete tools, Sal has lifted my spirit and profoundly shifted my mental status from one of hopelessness and fear to joy, excitement, and empowerment. I am eternally grateful! xo
Wow, great interview! I was only going to tune in for a few minutes, but ended up watching the entire show. As a former CPT, I relate and appreciate everything Sal said. He is quite knowledgeable, speaks eloquently and easy on the eyes as well! 😍. Great fitness and nutrition tips. Thank you both for an awesome interview!
Great interview! Thank you Sal for sharing your wisdom. I have worked out most of my adult life, yet I learned a lot from this interview. I just planned on tuning in for a few minutes but watched the entire interview…I will definitely be checking out your podcast.
Great information. This is why I don’t like using the scales as a only measurement of progress. I do a DEXA Scan twice a year and lift weights 4 times a week. My body composition is changing …I feel stronger BUT was surprised to learn I had gained 6 pounds but that weight gain is ALL muscle! So My doctor says to keep doing what I’m doing.
I believe in teaching our kids about fitness when young and work out together so they create the good habits. My grown kids still workout together and that stems from the ymca maybe? I like what you say Sal 🎉
This explains why I can go hard 3 weeks then take a break and get gains during the rest or muscle rest. I get way stronger than continuing week to week to week. I get gains when I take breaks. Then it’s been year since I’ve been consistent relative to Covid and I still am 30% fat as an older woman which is out of shape to me but better than average to other women. Then when I get consistent it’s like I pop right back to 26% fat and lean out fairly quickly… but I’m no sugar, no fast food, no gluten, paleo, a gallon water everyday, I cook my meats and veggies and still food prep so 45min nature walks 2x week and get started back lifting twice a week The video has helped me not stress about what I’m doing. Thank you so much!
Great interview, really enjoyed it and absorbed all the info. ive listened a few times now. i put it on while i do my daily walks as i chase health and fitness. i was told by drs id be in a wheelchair by 40 years old. here i am at 46 and taking full advantage of what i have and on a mission to look and feel the best I ever had.
I’ve been maintaining my body weight easily for the last 8 months, after a 110lb weight loss over a couple years. I definitely look different….my clothes for different….but yes….Im tiny…..but fit af! I look at pics of me from 8 months ago….I see muscles now! 💪🏽❤️🇨🇦
Wow, this is great! Couldn't stop listening. It puts me in a happy place. I believe in balance and flow, so this resonates. I'm 63 years old and at an ideal weight with great body composition. Granted, I'm genetically predisposed towards gaining and maintaining muscle and enjoying protein more than carbs. I've had 5 kids. When I was trying to get back into shape, I turned to what I called "jock geeks"; those muscle building PhDs. This was the 1990's. I always come back to strength training. Love it! My routine was recently destroyed by a family addition, a new puppy. Trying to get back into something! First thing, a waited vest when I take the puppy out to play. A little voice says, "do some squats." While listening, I've lined my kettlbells up for easy access. Headed to Mexico so I'm taking my resistance bands with me! Soooo happy!
WOW 2 hours! I listened to every word and am confident that the path I'm on is a good path. You reinforced my personal health and strength goals. Thanks for this video.
Sal and the team at Mind Pump are the real deal & add incredible value, insight and limitless fitness + nutrition education on their channel(s) for anyone looking for a reliable resource. Big fan, thank you for the interview Dhru!
What a great episode. I listened to it on Apple podcasts, but I wanted to swing over here and leave a supporting comment. Due to some health challenges of my own, like Sal, I decided to focus on health. For about six months, I have been lifting weights twice a week with a trainer, and slowly slowly slowly he is helping me clean up my food intake. And I feel so much better, which keeps me motivated. Thanks for the reinforcement, Sal!
@@OscarHernandez-ps4vh proud of u! Dont know u but sometimes a compliment helps us push ourselves so much further! Your comment was motivated for me to keep going!🙌🏽
I go to the gym consistently 8 months out of the year then fall off during the winter and I always beat myself up about because I lose the muscle so fast and feel weaker every time I get back in the gym. This really is what I needed to hear to stay consistent and have a healthier mindset about working out. I gotta be kinder!
I listened to the whole thing! I bought his book. I have never read a health and fitness book all the way through but his book. It's really easy read and it's not a gigantic book that's overwhelming. Starting working out according to his program in the book!
Most trainers today have the same information you are speaking about. As a female trainer and 40 years in a gym, the old school areas "for women only" was to help make them feel more comfortable in a gym. Not being surrounded by men and feeling inadequate. They were separated from the leering eyes of men.
I'm totally with you one everything. The more I eat healthy foods, the more processed and fast food do not even taste good to me anymore. Going out to eat has become less pleasant because my palette has changed. It's great because I can still enjoy a really good restaurant every now and then but the mediocre and fast food places no longer tempt me. I'm preparing my own meals. It's a lot cheaper too. But what's wrong with a good pizza (I'm not talking about a processed out-of-the-box pizza). You've got a thin crust, tomato sauce, cheese, meat and veggies. Sounds like real food to me. That seems like it should be fine.
This was 2 hours long. And I watch pieces of it every day to keep me motivated. Thanks Does Sal have a UA-cam channel? Because I can’t find one that is solely his.
Thank you gentlemen, you just changed my life for the better! I'm not kidding, I have now been able to appreciate my workouts and have a limited the dread that I carried into every session. This works, I'm not killing myself and I feel wonderful! Thank you so much!
61, jacked in my younger years. Retired in February and retired abroad, with my main goal year one to get back into shape. I’m a long time Vegan and currently living in the mountains of Nicaragua. We walk everywhere and eat VERY little processed foods. I went right back to volume lifting and got gains but then started watching Mentzer / Yates high intensity training and my gains for the last 7 months have SKYROCKETED ! A new PR every time in the gym. My body has made tremendous changes. I do NOT feel better walking home from the gym, I feel wiped out and I LOVE IT. I’m down 35 pounds without dieting. My bench, for example, has gone from 135 to repping 225. High intensity training also helps me prevent injuries. Chest/shoulders/triceps….off 72 hours. Legs….off 72 hours. Back n biceps…..off 72 hours I have 10 grandkids and I am going to be jacked grandpa for as long as possible. We will be traveling Latin America for 4-5 years and I never want to look like a target…and I don’t.
When Sal was saying, you should leave the gym feeling invigorated, in so many words. Reminded me of what Leroy Colbert, former silver era bodybuilder, use to say. Leroy would say that too.
I've always disliked working out because I find it so boring and I am one of those who was an athlete from elementary - part of college and I learned to be tough, to push through a little of the burn. Since then, I've only gotten my physical activity from just routine, daily tasks like housework, yardwork and walking for the most part, very little time in the gym. I have bands and other strength training gear at home though and I could TOTALLY do what you're saying, 15 minutes a day! I am very busy and more than that would just not get done but I can do 15 minutes. And I like that it's every day so I build the habit. 45 minute workouts don't fit into my schedule. I'm very obese and want to improve my health and fitness so I'm excited to know I can do it this new way! Thank you!
I'm so glad that Sal is saying this and using this approach, sustainably, I do want to completely change my health and have taken that approach and have been focusing on my health and not just weight loss. I have also been saying that I want to lose permanent fat and just lose weight. Things have become different now, my approach is totally different, I thank God that my mind frame is different now. I'm going to accomplish a real lifestyle change.
Fasting helps not only with permanent fat loss, but also with muscle building! When you're on a diet you always lose muscle, but when you fast for short periods you not only don't lose muscle but gain more!
All of these tips related to food and how to eat and the additional tips are all things Dr Phil said in his book years ago . I lost weight back then following that book. Unfortunately I fell off the wagon and I am now trying again.
I used to think the whole pink women's gym section was condescending too but later realized that the pink stuff repelled men from invading those spaces. Gyms are pickup centers. If you really just want to workout and not get hit on, the pink section is useful. Now, it's headphones that save you, but not always. Some guy doesn't always get it.
This was such a valuable, extremely informative podcast. Sal made so much sense!! I lost 80 pounds in 2000 doing just what he said. I’ve kept if off as well. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Thank you so much ! for the genuine heart and generous helpfulness to navigate exercise benefits for every person ... just what I was looking for and I'll replay it more to catch more bells of motive and bows from what you gift to teach ... Sirs Sal Di Stefano and Dhru Purohit
On 5/01 I quit addiction to soda which was 24/7, then did a food elimination for 30 days returning to clean foods, zero processed. It was hard, but my the benefits!!
I used to work a job that used to get me no less than 20k plus steps. I changed to a static job Infront of a pc and made a rule that for every hour I'm sat for I'll do a 20 mins walking patrol. I still hit the same amount of steps that I used to in my old job just by doing this.
I am going to start strength training the first of the week. This is February 2 and I will start before my birthday or by my birthday February 9 and I’m gonna take it slow. Thank you so much for this program. I love it I love it it’s so much help for me Because I can’t afford a trainer I’ve had to before it doesn’t work for me so thank you again
after 4 months i have hit the plateau where it seems im having to do 2 hrs each day or feel like I'm slacking and getting flabby. to learn some of these tips has really helped me, realising that my bodies metabolism will be trying to help is a good reassurance that I'm not going to have to move into a gym for the rest of my life :) loved the maintenance tips also. thanks for this video.
I am at the point in my wt./health/mineral and electrolytes journey that I need to maintain and rebuild any lost muscle and flexibility lost the previous 2 years, due to illnesses and injuries from an auto accident. All while fitting in stretching and flexibility exercises. Also on my list was reducing/ eliminating unnatural/ refined foods & additives. I've lost 25-30 lbs tracking food and beverages, combined with classes at the YMCA and increased walking. I go to dance fitness, and now adding tai chi, and soon Silver Sneakers chair exercises, and SS yoga, ... after allowing for pulled quadriceps on my right leg to heal. When I first went back to the YMCA this year, I went right from walking the track, wt. wt. machines, and pool exercises, to dance fitness, then into this SS and tai chi. But in the first real, like Yoga session is when I pulled those muscles. I also got sick (Covid), and the pool n the shower water smell made me nauseous. Hopefully, this is going to pass by Sept. Lesson learned ... one can't just take off after two years of being sedentary. It has also occurred to me that between having covid this year and last year, January, the auto accident followed by shingles, I was really pushing it. It had also occurred to me finally that I could be having lngering Covid effects. Fast forward to now. I am looking forward to returning to the wt room soon. ☺️
@richardlawson6787 Exactly what I used to do so many years ago. 😆 Haven't done any floor exercises for quite a while. But, since my arm, shoulders, neck wrists, ribs n my torn. meniscus and right thigh are healed up pretty good, I'm hoping to be able to get back to the old exercise, yoga and Calinetics routines.
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I’ve been on my journey for 7 weeks now. The scale basically stopped moving but I’m still continuing and not giving up because stopping won’t get me any closer to my goals. I now love doing research and finding videos like this one to keep me motivated and educated
Keep going bro, don’t stop!!!!
I am 2 months into my journey. The scale has moved 5 lbs but I feel so much better and I can see that inches are disappearing. Keep it up!
I lost 20 lbs in 2 months and was stuck there at 180 for 5 months. I concentrated on continuing to avoid sugar and processed foods not binging and dealing with cravings. It was discouraging but I was feeling better and my appetite and cravings were under control. I made a point to get deep sleep. After 5 months I’ve lost 4 lbs and at 176 which has been 20 yrs since I’ve been that thin. I want to be 150. Don’t stop if you plateau cause you sure don’t want go in reverse.
There are so many more benefits to eating healthy and exercising than just weight loss. Keep going
@@NA-sb2kd middle of week 9. Still making strides. Turns out I’ve been gaining muscle and my body fat percentage dropped by 4 percent. Still not a big scale impact but it’s all great parts of the journey.
0:24: 💪 Sal focuses on building muscle to help clients lose weight and keep it off.
14:21: 🏋♀ Weight loss is not just about reducing calories and burning more calories through exercise, but also about building muscle and improving body composition.
20:53: 💪 Strength training is a sustainable approach to weight loss and body composition change that promotes adaptation and burns more calories.
31:52: 💪 Building muscle through the right dose of exercise is key for longevity and overall health.
42:32: 💪 Building muscle through strength training is the most effective and sustainable form of exercise for the average person in the context of modern life.
52:37: 🏋♂ Strength training is the most important form of exercise, and it can be adapted for anyone regardless of age or fitness level.
1:02:48: 💪 Encouraging parents to incorporate strength training into their routine for better health and longevity.
1:11:52: 🏋♀ Starting with basic movements and focusing on form is crucial for effective strength training.
1:21:24: :fork_and_knife: The speaker emphasizes the importance of starting with self-love and self-care when it comes to eating healthy, rather than self-loathing or punishment.
1:31:28: 🥦 Avoid heavily processed foods, eat your body weight in grams of protein, drink plenty of water, and avoid eating while distracted to aid in weight loss.
1:49:01: ✨ Developing a positive relationship with food and oneself takes time and effort, but it is possible.
1:57:10: 🏋♂ The journey of health and fitness is more important than the destination, and it should be approached with enjoyment and compassion.
2:03:00: 👍 The speaker appreciates the compassionate and informative approach of the person being interviewed in their content and leadership style.
Recap by Tammy AI
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The moment that Sal said standing up while watching tv is resistance training, or an 80 yr old holding their arm above their head for 10 seconds is resistance training.....sold me. Any little movement is the real deal. He appears to be willing to start where people are.
As a woman, watching this is so refreshing! He has busted so many myths with simplicity which otherwise are really complex topics. I am 8months postpartum now starting to get back to my workout routines. One thing I am going to be doing more is strength training and doing less of cardio. Heavy cardio is just not sustainable. In fact makes you want to eat more and negate the gains.
I started my journey 7 years ago. I’m still going strong. It’s my lifestyle now. And I don’t workout for a long time. I’m just consistent. And to me the nutrition is number 1.
“Develop a relationship with exercise.” Thanks I like this statement a lot.🎉❤
Love this. He’s seems to be one of the few people leading the “fitness” industry who doesn’t have deranged and ridiculous ideas about the human body. You can look amazing without all the psychosis.
This man comes across genuine, compassionate and passionate... that's rare to find!
As a woman, Mind Pump Podcast completely changed my life.
I tried to get the body I love for almost 12 years. I finally got the perfect body I’m excited about and love in only 4 month.
After being convinced to up my protein and lift heavy- I finally have energy, gave up my ED, and feel stronger everyday.
I’m 19% body fat, lean, and finally looking super sculpted. It’s a super amazing journey going after strength instead of just being skinny and seeing bones.
Great testimonial! Which workout program of theirs did you use?
WOW!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 your story is very encouraging! I am so glad that you did not give up and found what works. That is so many people’s story, and they don’t give up and you give them home. Myself included. Thank you for sharing!
Ive listened to Sal explain the benefits of strength training for over 10 years and it never gets old. He has a way of breaking it down simply and effectively. Great convo, great job buddy!
Same. Not 10 years but so many mindpump episodes in and still will watch him on other podcasts.
I really appreciate how Sal shared his personal struggles with health and fitness ❤ I can relate as I beat myself up in the gym all through my 20’s because I was bulemic and trying to burn every single “extra” calorie that I over-indulged in. Now in my 40’s I lift weights and train for longevity and strength 💪 I’m in better shape at 47 then I ever was in my 20’s! Now I’m finally taking care of myself the way I deserve ❤
Is she single tho 😏
I don’t use my scale anymore. I have Sal’s book - I’ve been following the first exercise program , cleaning up my nutrition , building muscle - my clothes fit better, I’m getting stronger - I know it’s working. Slow body changes- and my daughter told me that I look tighter.,❤ Thank you Sal!
Let’s go Sharks! 😂
I fasted 14 days lost 36lbs. Kept it off over two years! No
Muscle loss. ❤
Wow!! That is amazing!
OMG! 14 STRAIGHT DAYS??? I've only done 3.. 72 hours! And that was a STRUGGLE!
@@callmecristal You did the hard part; it gets easier after 3 days!
@@erikahollisterYep ❤
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Finally, someone who pays attention to regular people and women! Sal’s advice is so actionable! Thank you Sal and Dhru!
this is most likely my new favourite person in the fitness world. im obsessed with everything he said. it just confirms my path. he is incredible ❤
Weight loss is so slow, but my dress size is down and just amazing. I go into the training room most days without fail.🎉
Sal was amazing. Down to earth. Well communicated to the average full time working person. We need more of this real talk on UA-cam for the average person. Because most fitness people sound like they’re talking to people who basically have nothing going on in life but working out.
This was a fabulous video. This man is so tuned in to the realities of the human condition with regard to health, diet and fitness. He is also kind and giving and loves his kids. I hope good things happen to him and all around him. Thank you so much!
Totally agree with you! He is a wealth of knowledge and information.
I really appreciate Sal's delivery. Honestly I can't think of a topic that I am Less Interested in. I checked in because I am stuck with a dramatic life change due to covid. Older, suddenly sedentary, 25 pounds heavier, never exercised,... Definitely picked up some good ideas, and Motivation. Thank You
get out and get moving
You can do it ❤
18:15 I love this. People keep sayivng "calories in vs calories out" is dumb, old-think and just gets people frustrated and often even fatter. But, it's simply a fact that to lose weight, you must exist in a calorie deficit for some time. So "eat less, move more" is based in truth, but that little blurb is leaving out a universe of information you need to be successful.
The main thing I had to learn for myself was to reevaluate my relationship with food. If you are like I was, and were looking to get an emotional pick-me-up from food you've really got to address that. Food is fuel, and the better the fuel the better you're body runs. And "runs" applies to everything in your life. How you feel, how you look, how you sleep, how you walk and run or bike and lift and combinations of all those things.
But the cool thing is, the best fuel is satisfying and delicious. Has anyone ever eaten a "girly salad" and honestly thought "man! That really hit the spot"?
Sal is the real deal. He understands the importance of psychology (making better food decisions, building sustainable and healthy habits and patterns of behavior, stress management, adequate sleep), diet (the effects of certain foods, varied hormonal responses, how the body metabolizes specific foods/macronutrients) and exercise. It's all connected.
This insightful interview restored my hope that it's not too late for me to rebuild my body. Sal's sage advice, coupled with his compassionate delivery completely transformed my understanding of how I can safely strength train. Additionally, and perhaps even more importantly than providing me with the concrete tools, Sal has lifted my spirit and profoundly shifted my mental status from one of hopelessness and fear to joy, excitement, and empowerment. I am eternally grateful! xo
Exactly. Same here. He is incredible.
Yep, pretty much anything "not easily done" requires a positive mental attitude. The body follows the mind and both can be changed if you want to.
Yes! Well said!@@cswann8
@@cswann8 i agree!👌🏽
Thanks Dhru and Sal for this awesome conversation! Health is Wealth.
He's dropping gem after gem after gem.
Wow, great interview! I was only going to tune in for a few minutes, but ended up watching the entire show. As a former CPT, I relate and appreciate everything Sal said. He is quite knowledgeable, speaks eloquently and easy on the eyes as well! 😍. Great fitness and nutrition tips. Thank you both for an awesome interview!
Same here😊! I couldn’t turn it off .. listening u can feelhis sincerity and passion for his craft!
Great interview! Thank you Sal for sharing your wisdom. I have worked out most of my adult life, yet I learned a lot from this interview. I just planned on tuning in for a few minutes but watched the entire interview…I will definitely be checking out your podcast.
Same here .. so good
Great information. This is why I don’t like using the scales as a only measurement of progress. I do a DEXA Scan twice a year and lift weights 4 times a week. My body composition is changing …I feel stronger BUT was surprised to learn I had gained 6 pounds but that weight gain is ALL muscle! So My doctor says to keep doing what I’m doing.
Life changing. Sal has a way of explaining concepts like no other.
I believe in teaching our kids about fitness when young and work out together so they create the good habits. My grown kids still workout together and that stems from the ymca maybe? I like what you say Sal 🎉
This explains why I can go hard 3 weeks then take a break and get gains during the rest or muscle rest. I get way stronger than continuing week to week to week. I get gains when I take breaks. Then it’s been year since I’ve been consistent relative to Covid and I still am 30% fat as an older woman which is out of shape to me but better than average to other women. Then when I get consistent it’s like I pop right back to 26% fat and lean out fairly quickly… but I’m no sugar, no fast food, no gluten, paleo, a gallon water everyday, I cook my meats and veggies and still food prep so
45min nature walks 2x week and get started back lifting twice a week
The video has helped me not stress about what I’m doing.
Thank you so much!
Great interview, really enjoyed it and absorbed all the info. ive listened a few times now. i put it on while i do my daily walks as i chase health and fitness. i was told by drs id be in a wheelchair by 40 years old. here i am at 46 and taking full advantage of what i have and on a mission to look and feel the best I ever had.
I’ve been maintaining my body weight easily for the last 8 months, after a 110lb weight loss over a couple years. I definitely look different….my clothes for different….but yes….Im tiny…..but fit af! I look at pics of me from 8 months ago….I see muscles now! 💪🏽❤️🇨🇦
Wow, this is great! Couldn't stop listening. It puts me in a happy place. I believe in balance and flow, so this resonates.
I'm 63 years old and at an ideal weight with great body composition. Granted, I'm genetically predisposed towards gaining and maintaining muscle and enjoying protein more than carbs.
I've had 5 kids. When I was trying to get back into shape, I turned to what I called "jock geeks"; those muscle building PhDs. This was the 1990's.
I always come back to strength training. Love it!
My routine was recently destroyed by a family addition, a new puppy. Trying to get back into something! First thing, a waited vest when I take the puppy out to play. A little voice says, "do some squats."
While listening, I've lined my kettlbells up for easy access. Headed to Mexico so I'm taking my resistance bands with me! Soooo happy!
WOW 2 hours! I listened to every word and am confident that the path I'm on is a good path. You reinforced my personal health and strength goals. Thanks for this video.
Sal and the team at Mind Pump are the real deal & add incredible value, insight and limitless fitness + nutrition education on their channel(s) for anyone looking for a reliable resource. Big fan, thank you for the interview Dhru!
What a great episode. I listened to it on Apple podcasts, but I wanted to swing over here and leave a supporting comment. Due to some health challenges of my own, like Sal, I decided to focus on health. For about six months, I have been lifting weights twice a week with a trainer, and slowly slowly slowly he is helping me clean up my food intake. And I feel so much better, which keeps me motivated. Thanks for the reinforcement, Sal!
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@@OscarHernandez-ps4vh proud of u! Dont know u but sometimes a compliment helps us push ourselves so much further! Your comment was motivated for me to keep going!🙌🏽
I go to the gym consistently 8 months out of the year then fall off during the winter and I always beat myself up about because I lose the muscle so fast and feel weaker every time I get back in the gym. This really is what I needed to hear to stay consistent and have a healthier mindset about working out. I gotta be kinder!
Turned 65 this year and added Pilates to long walks and pickleball. Highly recommend all 3! Love your show....
Sal makes total sense and it's true that building muscle 💪 does burn fat.
Yes!!! Thank you for acknowledging how women have been underserved.
I have become an ardent fan of Sal for his honesty He is the 1st I have heard for putting protein powders lowest on the list Way to go Man
I listened to the whole thing! I bought his book. I have never read a health and fitness book all the way through but his book. It's really easy read and it's not a gigantic book that's overwhelming. Starting working out according to his program in the book!
I teach golf. Love the analogy. Firstly you learn the steps, like dancing. Then you can turn on the music💪👍
Most trainers today have the same information you are speaking about. As a female trainer and 40 years in a gym, the old school areas "for women only" was to help make them feel more comfortable in a gym. Not being surrounded by men and feeling inadequate. They were separated from the leering eyes of men.
Whatever happened to Curves? Wasn't that the women only gym?? I'd go there in a heartbeat
I lost weight by adding fat and protein to my diet. I lost weight doing the keto diet. I feel good and its been easier than other diets I have tried.
This is one of the best, most useful talks I've ever listened to. This man is amazing. Thank you!
I'm totally with you one everything. The more I eat healthy foods, the more processed and fast food do not even taste good to me anymore. Going out to eat has become less pleasant because my palette has changed. It's great because I can still enjoy a really good restaurant every now and then but the mediocre and fast food places no longer tempt me. I'm preparing my own meals. It's a lot cheaper too. But what's wrong with a good pizza (I'm not talking about a processed out-of-the-box pizza). You've got a thin crust, tomato sauce, cheese, meat and veggies. Sounds like real food to me. That seems like it should be fine.
Wonderful amazing talk love him and all the guys at mind pump helped me loose 91 lbs 4 yrs stronger than ever hes such a great teacher
@mindpump is one of the most under rated wellness channels. I loved this interview so much. Everything you are saying is/was my journey to a T!
This was 2 hours long. And I watch pieces of it every day to keep me motivated.
Thanks
Does Sal have a UA-cam channel? Because I can’t find one that is solely his.
A man that truly knows what he’s doing. Great video!
Thank you gentlemen, you just changed my life for the better! I'm not kidding, I have now been able to appreciate my workouts and have a limited the dread that I carried into every session.
This works, I'm not killing myself and I feel wonderful! Thank you so much!
61, jacked in my younger years. Retired in February and retired abroad, with my main goal year one to get back into shape. I’m a long time Vegan and currently living in the mountains of Nicaragua. We walk everywhere and eat VERY little processed foods.
I went right back to volume lifting and got gains but then started watching Mentzer / Yates high intensity training and my gains for the last 7 months have SKYROCKETED ! A new PR every time in the gym. My body has made tremendous changes. I do NOT feel better walking home from the gym, I feel wiped out and I LOVE IT. I’m down 35 pounds without dieting. My bench, for example, has gone from 135 to repping 225. High intensity training also helps me prevent injuries.
Chest/shoulders/triceps….off 72 hours.
Legs….off 72 hours.
Back n biceps…..off 72 hours
I have 10 grandkids and I am going to be jacked grandpa for as long as possible.
We will be traveling Latin America for 4-5 years and I never want to look like a target…and I don’t.
When Sal was saying, you should leave the gym feeling invigorated, in so many words. Reminded me of what Leroy Colbert, former silver era bodybuilder, use to say. Leroy would say that too.
I work out before work and if I don't, I completely feel different throughout the day. Low energy, low ambition etc
My God.. this interview is gold!
This is thee best podcast i have ever listened to on the approach to nutrition and physical activity. Brilliant.
Wow I stumbled upon this and man Sal is dropping gems. I love how he goes through every topic very clear and articulate.
This podcast is so educational, inspiring and motivational. Thank you Sal! This is so helpful.
Loved it!! Thank you for a human and compassionate approach to a subject that is often delivered from cold and harsh places.
Love this podcast! Just bought "Resistance training revolution" Sal's book. Looking forward to reading it!
A lot of the reach is moving into an anti-rotation movement pattern, a suitcase carry would work. Then during mobility work you work on your rotation.
Good interview, I recently saw some videos of Sal on MindPump from 6 years ago and he looked like a skinny kid then. Looking much better now, Sal.
Probably the best health and fitness pod or video I have ever seen 🔥💯
Incredible interview! So glad to have found you both!
It's great to hear Sal speak without those other 2 guys finishing his sentences or talking over him
I've always disliked working out because I find it so boring and I am one of those who was an athlete from elementary - part of college and I learned to be tough, to push through a little of the burn. Since then, I've only gotten my physical activity from just routine, daily tasks like housework, yardwork and walking for the most part, very little time in the gym. I have bands and other strength training gear at home though and I could TOTALLY do what you're saying, 15 minutes a day! I am very busy and more than that would just not get done but I can do 15 minutes. And I like that it's every day so I build the habit. 45 minute workouts don't fit into my schedule. I'm very obese and want to improve my health and fitness so I'm excited to know I can do it this new way! Thank you!
I'm so glad that Sal is saying this and using this approach, sustainably, I do want to completely change my health and have taken that approach and have been focusing on my health and not just weight loss. I have also been saying that I want to lose permanent fat and just lose weight. Things have become different now, my approach is totally different, I thank God that my mind frame is different now. I'm going to accomplish a real lifestyle change.
honestly this guy has more insight that any dr. I have listened to about weight loss and exercise. very informative -thank you
Fasting helps not only with permanent fat loss, but also with muscle building! When you're on a diet you always lose muscle, but when you fast for short periods you not only don't lose muscle but gain more!
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This is a complete fantasy.
If you honestly believe this - what/who, e.g. what scientific study supports this, please?
This is terrific, I'm in my mid 70s and need to get back into my muscle maintenance since I stay focused and yoga, I doesn't keep my weigh down
All of these tips related to food and how to eat and the additional tips are all things Dr Phil said in his book years ago . I lost weight back then following that book. Unfortunately I fell off the wagon and I am now trying again.
I used to think the whole pink women's gym section was condescending too but later realized that the pink stuff repelled men from invading those spaces. Gyms are pickup centers. If you really just want to workout and not get hit on, the pink section is useful. Now, it's headphones that save you, but not always. Some guy doesn't
always get it.
Excellent content I just wish the breaks weren’t so frequent & better timed not mid sentence. Anyway lots of info in one episode
This was such a valuable, extremely informative podcast. Sal made so much sense!! I lost 80 pounds in 2000 doing just what he said. I’ve kept if off as well. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Sal sells it sooooo well !!!!!!
Sal is the best, by far, in the fitness field!
Great stuff! No nonsense, straightforward & to the point 👏
The silver hair is 🔥
Sal does it again! He's such an inspiration ✨
I walked out of the gym this morning! Feeling BETTER than when I walked in.
Just fabulous information!
Thanks so much x hope he’s invited back to discuss specific topics of interest in this area x Greatly Appreciated!
One of the best podcasts I have listened to in a long while. It's been on repeat its so good!
Thank you so much ! for the genuine heart and generous helpfulness to navigate exercise benefits for every person ... just what I was looking for and I'll replay it more to catch more bells of motive and bows from what you gift to teach ... Sirs Sal Di Stefano and Dhru Purohit
On 5/01 I quit addiction to soda which was 24/7, then did a food elimination for 30 days returning to clean foods, zero processed. It was hard, but my the benefits!!
I love this podcast
Dru knows his audience and asks great questions I love it
LOL “so what you need to do is grab these 2lb db’s and do 5,000 reps” that had me laughing out loud
great point of view to start with feelings towards food vs. restrictive ..
Sal is the best in the business. I always learn something new.
I used to work a job that used to get me no less than 20k plus steps. I changed to a static job Infront of a pc and made a rule that for every hour I'm sat for I'll do a 20 mins walking patrol. I still hit the same amount of steps that I used to in my old job just by doing this.
I really enjoyed this one. I'm definitely adding him to my "team".
to reach my protean goals i HAVE to include protean powders.... and good luck if I meet my daily calories...
I am going to start strength training the first of the week. This is February 2 and I will start before my birthday or by my birthday February 9 and I’m gonna take it slow. Thank you so much for this program. I love it I love it it’s so much help for me Because I can’t afford a trainer I’ve had to before it doesn’t work for me so thank you again
after 4 months i have hit the plateau where it seems im having to do 2 hrs each day or feel like I'm slacking and getting flabby. to learn some of these tips has really helped me, realising that my bodies metabolism will be trying to help is a good reassurance that I'm not going to have to move into a gym for the rest of my life :) loved the maintenance tips also. thanks for this video.
I am at the point in my wt./health/mineral and electrolytes journey that I need to maintain and rebuild any lost muscle and flexibility lost the previous 2 years, due to illnesses and injuries from an auto accident. All while fitting in stretching and flexibility exercises.
Also on my list was reducing/ eliminating unnatural/ refined foods & additives. I've lost 25-30 lbs tracking food and beverages, combined with classes at the YMCA and increased walking.
I go to dance fitness, and now adding tai chi, and soon Silver Sneakers chair exercises, and SS yoga, ... after allowing for pulled quadriceps on my right leg to heal. When I first went back to the YMCA this year, I went right from walking the track, wt. wt. machines, and pool exercises, to dance fitness, then into this SS and tai chi.
But in the first real, like Yoga session is when I pulled those muscles.
I also got sick (Covid), and the pool n the shower water smell made me nauseous. Hopefully, this is going to pass by Sept. Lesson learned ... one can't just take off after two years of being sedentary. It has also occurred to me that between having covid this year and last year, January, the auto accident followed by shingles, I was really pushing it. It had also occurred to me finally that I could be having lngering Covid effects.
Fast forward to now. I am looking forward to returning to the wt room soon. ☺️
Dont need a gym membership to do weight resistance exercises...get a chinning bar...do situps...pullups... pushups...all free and very effective
@richardlawson6787 Exactly what I used to do so many years ago. 😆 Haven't done any floor exercises for quite a while. But, since my arm, shoulders, neck wrists, ribs n my torn. meniscus and right thigh are healed up pretty good, I'm hoping to be able to get back to the old exercise, yoga and Calinetics routines.
I think you helped me heal from a lot of my eating disordered thinking! Great interview
Very good interview Dru. Will follow Sal. I really like his approach. Thanks guys.
Thank you! Very compassionate information sharing and guidance🙌👍🙏🌞😀
So much valuable information in a practical and sincere delivery.❤
This was an awesome watch. Earned a sub for this one. A lot of golden information in there.