Episodes

Ready to unlock hidden performance gains with something you already carry? Arnold reveals the surprising pre-workout hack that's sitting in your pocket right now—and it's not your phone. Plus, discover why your brain's best ideas happen during movement and how to tap into this creativity superpower daily. In this episode, you'll learn: The trick that boosts bench press strength by 12 pounds and squat performance by 23 pounds—backed by new research How 2-3 minute "movement snacks" throughout y...

In this episode, Arnold Schwarzenegger reveals his "20-Minute Insurance Policy" – the simple daily system that prevents fitness routines from falling apart when life gets chaotic. His goal: to ensure you know how to maintain your momentum even during your busiest weeks. Arnold shares the champion mindset that kept him training during demanding film schedules, plus the science-backed "if-then" planning method that makes you 91% more likely to follow through on fitness goals. Whether you're star...

Do you read articles, Google questions, and use AI to research your way to better health? If so, there's nothing wrong with the technology, but Arnold suggests you might be missing out on one of the most important parts of living a healthier life and staying fit. In this episode, Arnold shares a mindset shift that could help guide your behavior, as well as new research about why people fail to exercise when they have the best intentions, and what scientists found can help you get more deep sleep...

After a hiatus, Arnold is back to share the story of the kettlebell, the grandfather, and a lesson that will help you overcome doubt, disbelief, and those moments when you start to wonder if you can achieve your goals. Arnold also shares the findings of a new study about what you can take before a workout to reduce soreness, and how you can spend 5 to 10 minutes to boost your mood. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build better habits? Sign up for the Pump app with the 7-day risk-free trial...

What happens when your kid asks you to take a hard look at your health? Arnold shares a raw, personal story will challenge everything you knw about comebacks and resilience. In this episode, you'll discover: Why the "reset mentality" is sabotaging your long-term success The difference between obsessive and harmonious passion (and which one leads to burnout) Adam's incredible story of training through injury while becoming a new dad The simple temperature hack that can increase your deep sle...

Arnold loves looking for the next peak to climb. But, paradoxically, Arnold spends less time and energy on his ultimate goals than you might -- and that is why he has a higher success rate. In this episode, Arnold discusses a more effective way to achieve your goals. And, you'll discover new studies about protein bars, faster learning, and how to ease your way to sleep without any supplements or drugs. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build better habits? Sign up for the Pump app with the ...

Arnold believes there's an important disease we need to fight right now. People from every generation and every walk of life are susceptible to it, and it is ruining their lives so slowly that they barely even notice. On this episode, you'll want to see what Arnold is taking a stand and what you can do. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build better habits? Sign up for the Pump app with the 7-day risk-free trial at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thepump.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

You might have heard the story about Arnold's calves. How he cut off all the bottoms of his pants to turn his weakest body part into one of his best. But there's a deeper story that goes beyond bodybuilding and offers a lesson about identifying what stands in the way, and taking the necessary steps to improve. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build better habits? Sign up for the Pump app with the 7-day risk-free trial at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thepump.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Fasting is hyped as the best way to increase autophagy—the body’s way of cleaning out damaged cells and fighting aging. But cutting out food might not be necessary. Research suggests that there's a better way. In this episode, Arnold shares why health information is too overwhelming and how to sift through the noise and feel better with much less stress. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build better habits? Sign up for the Pump app with the 7-day risk-free trial at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Before Arnold became a Hollywood star, he turned down a job that would've paid him $200,000 per year. Even though it was a life-changing amount of money, it was not the right decision for Arnold. In this episode, Arnold explains the power of "no," and how to know when to step away from a seemingly can't miss opportunity. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build better habits? Sign up for the Pump app with the 7-day risk-free trial at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thepump.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

People love to ask Arnold what it's like to be famous. While he's grateful for everything he's accomplished and his fans worldwide, there’s a downside to chasing fame and fortune if you’re not careful. On this episode, Arnold shares life lessons and recent research findings about the pursuit of success and how to ensure you don't feel empty or unsatisfied. You'll also learn about what to look out for in protein bars and a psychological trick that can help you manage hunger. Looking to upgrade y...

What does it take to experience a dramatic transformation? On this episode, Arnold taps into 50 years of experience to explain what he sees as all that separates those who make dramatic changes from those who feel stuck. Also, you're learning about how you can increase joy in your life. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build better habits? Sign up for the Pump app with the 7-day risk-free trial at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thepump.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you'd...

Arnold has a warning: There is an epidemic around the world of complaining about everything. Maybe it came from social media; maybe people are bored, angry, or frustrated. The reason doesn't matter; Arnold argues we've lost the plot and tricked ourselves into believing that whining about something is the same as doing something about it just need more to do. Arnold shares his solution and reveals new research about coffee and asking better questions. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build b...

Have you ever wondered if you are living up to your true potential? Or what could happen if you removed the barriers that stand in your way? In this episode, Arnold reflects on the questions he hears most often and the advice he gives to anyone willing to listen. You'll also learn about what notifications do to your brain and well-being and a surprising influence on your sleep quality. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build better habits? Sign up for the Pump app with the 7-day risk-free t...

On this special episode, Arnold takes a deeper look at a recent study that might change the way you think about sleep. While it might not appear you can control how much quality sleep you get, you can do more than you think to improve REM sleep. The new study suggests this might be a key ingredient to protecting your brain. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build better habits? Sign up for the Pump app with the 7-day risk-free trial at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thepump.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

For episode 200 of the podcast, Arnold takes a look at why so many people have trouble achieving their goals. The problem starts with people overestimating what they can achieve in the short term. But that's just half of the problem. You'll also learn what the latest science says about recharging your batteries and the supplements that might help improve recovery. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build better habits? Sign up for the Pump app with the 7-day risk-free trial at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

The title of the episode says it all. In this episode, Arnold provides a warning and offers valuable advice that could free up your energy and help you become more positive, focused, fit, and happier. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build better habits? Sign up for the Pump app with the 7-day risk-free trial at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thepump.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign up with this ...

When you think about motivation, what do you imagine? Oftentimes, when we look for inspiration, we look towards expected sources. In this episode, Arnold shares what's inspiring him today, and what it's not what you would expect. It's about an episode about perception, reality, and the incredible capabilities of the human spirit.

Microplastics are everywhere—in the air, water, and even in your food. You can avoid them and don’t need to fear them completely, but you do need to find ways to cut down and fight back. In this episode, Arnold shares how a change to your diet can help prevent microplastics from building up so you stay healthier. You'll also learn about a small change that can help with muscle building and fat loss. And why taking every set to failure could be a mistake. Looking to upgrade your workouts and bu...

You're taught not to suppress negative thoughts and experiences? But what if letting go is the key to more happiness? In this episode, Arnold examines a study that might make you rethink how you handle hard times. You'll also learn about the important behavior that only 5 percent of people follow, and why people avoid creatine for the wrong reasons. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build better habits? Sign up for the Pump app with the 7-day risk-free trial at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

When you’ve been trying to get the world healthy and fit for as long as Arnold has, you see a lot of trends come and go. After five decades of traveling the world on a fitness crusade, Arnold has also seen what has improved and what is getting worse. In this episode, Arnold shares the problem that is not only holding back your fitness progress but could also limit your happiness in life.

Does a little marijuana affect your mind? What about a lot used over decades? A new study followed more than 5,000 participants over 40 years to understand how cannabis affects intelligence, and the results are not what many expected. In this episode, Arnold explains what the researchers found. He also explains why you might want to take a break from your diet and why you might not be doing enough cardio to protect your heart from disease. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build better hab...

Creatine gets a lot of attention for it's potential to build muscle and strength, as well as protect your brain against sleep deprivation and age-related decline. But what about diseases like cancer? A new study examined the relationship between dietary consumption of creatine and cancer rates. Also, Arnold shares an important lesson about why sometimes you need to empty your mind and think less. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build better habits? Sign up for the Pump app with the 7-da...

February is an interesting time. The year is only 8 percent done. And yet already, so many people tend to fall off from their health goals. In this episode, Arnold explains why that appears to happen and how you can prevent the same frustration that affects so many with their resolutions. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build better habits? Sign up for the Pump app with the 7-day risk-free trial at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thepump.app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you'd like to join Arno...