2358: The Importance of Rest Periods for Building Muscle, Functional Fitness Vs. Traditional Lifting, the Best Way to Start Strength Training as a Teen & More

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday's Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page. Mind Pump Fit Tip: Hurry is the enemy of peace, joy, and growth. (1:46) What's going on in Mexico? (14:41) The stress before election years. (16:31) COVID vaccines could be partly to blame for the rise in excess deaths since the pandemic. (19:44) Fauci is getting grilled! (24:13) Joy Mode for women? (25:53) When you know you're getting too big. (28:47) The importance of correctional exercise knowledge for trainers and coaches. (37:10) The beauty of Sicily, old-man strength, and winning the genetic lottery. (40:33) Shout out to The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World book. (53:26) #Quah question #1 - Any suggestions to help build muscle more efficiently if I don't have time to rest at least 2-3 minutes between sets and can't go more than 3 days a week to the gym? Can I still build muscle by resting 1 minute to a minute and a half between sets? (54:31) #Quah question #2 - Is it possible to do too much walking & it could cause metabolic harm? (58:08) #Quah question #3 - What is your recommendation for a 13-year-old boy who would like to start strength training? I have been lifting for years and have several of your programs, but I want to make sure what he does is age-appropriate and that he begins this journey the right way. (1:00:05) #Quah question #4 - I've just come across the term "functional fitness." Have you all heard of this? What are the differences and benefits between traditional lifting and functional fitness? (1:04:07) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Joy Mode for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order** Visit NASM for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** For the month of June, get 50% off Corrective Exercise Specialization (CES) self-study. ** June Promotion: MAPS 15 Minutes | Bikini Bundle | Shredded Summer Bundle 50% off! ** Code JUNE50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #1165: Bishop Robert Barron On Physical Fitness, Satan, Evolution, Psychedelics & Much More The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World Why Are So Many Mexican Election Candidates Getting Killed? COVID vaccines may have helped fuel rise in excess deaths since pandemic: study The Real Anthony Fauci: Bill Gates, Big Pharma, and the Global War on Democracy and Public Health Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 15% off ** Mind Pump #2277: The Five Best Sports For Kids Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Bishop Robert Barron ( @bishopbarron ) Instagram