Episodes

167
Aug. 26, 2024

#167: The Problem With Optimization

For five decades, Arnold has been answering questions about fitness and nutrition. But in the age of social media, everything is different. The algorithms drive content that engages -- not necessarily the advice that is most effective. So if you're feeling stuck with your health, Arnold has some advice that might make you rethink trying to optimize everything. 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 ...
166
Aug. 22, 2024

#166: Does The Cold Really Improve Workout Recovery?

If you ask 10 people about the best ways to recover from a workout, you'll probably get 10 different answers. So, when scientists put together review papers on cold exposure, we looked deeper at what they discovered. In this episode, Arnold explains what was discovered by reviewing more than 100 studies on cold exposure and how you can use the tips to improve your recovery. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build better habits? Sign up for the Pump app with the 7-day risk-free trial at thep...
165
Aug. 19, 2024

#165: The One Question You Must Ask

Arnold has discussed the importance of a clear vision and setting big goals. But before you can set a vision or create better habits, you need to ask yourself one question. In this episode, Arnold discusses the one thing he can't do and the one question you must ask. You'll also hear about research on male fertility and how a can of beans could be the real fat-loss secret you've been waiting for. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign up wit...
164
Aug. 15, 2024

#164: The Ultimate Longevity Test

Traditionally, you might test your longevity by taking blood, looking at blood pressure and cholesterol, or measuring body mass index. However, the VO2 max test might be the best test of all. In this episode, Arnold talks about the importance of the challenging fitness test, general assessments of fitness, and a new breakthrough in testing that could alter the future of Alzheimer's. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign up with this link: ⁠...
163
Aug. 12, 2024

#163: Is Your Coffee Harming Your Cholesterol?

We are big fans of coffee at the Pump Club, but new research suggests that how you prepare your coffee might determine whether it has health upsides or downsides. In this episode, Arnold shares how to test your coffee, new research on minimalist workouts, and why it might be time to take a look in the mirror. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign up with this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http...
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Aug. 6, 2024

#162: Is Toxic Mold Disrupting Your Health?

If you’ve been suffering from brain fog, anxiety, GI issues, blurred vision, headaches, or joint pain, you might be suffering from toxic mold -- or are you? In this episode, Arnold shares information from a microbiologist and immunologist to get a better grasp of the real threat of toxic mold. You'll also learn about a breakthrough that might transform sugar into fiber and the best way to protect your health when sleep-deprived. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free da...
161
Aug. 5, 2024

#161: The Surprising Truth About Cutting Carbs and Insulin Sensitivity

Do you need to cut carbs in order to improve blood sugar? The answer is not as obvious as you've been led to believe. In today's episode, Arnold shares new research about the relationship between carbs, weight loss, and blood sugar. You'll also discuss new ways that your phone can offset the benefits of exercise. And why Arnold says we should all be watching the Olympics. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign up with this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...
160
Aug. 2, 2024

#160: The Curious Relationship Between Coffee and Longevity

Every day, millions of people drink coffee. However, most people feel bad about it and consider it unhealthy behavior. But when you look at the research, it paints a very different picture about the health benefits. In this episode, Arnold shares what research says about the relationship between coffee and longevity. He also explains a new study comparing stretching and foam rolling, and a new way to give a short-term boost to your short-term memory. In honor of Arnold's 77th birthday, he creat...
159
Aug. 1, 2024

#159: 7 Life Lessons From Arnold

In honor of Arnold's 77th birthday, he created a list of 77 lessons he's learned through his ups and downs. He made them all available here: https://77years.carrd.co/ In this episode, he shares 7 of those lessons. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign up with this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://arnoldspumpclub.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Producti...
158
July 30, 2024

#158: Overcoming The Fear of Failure (The Conclusion)

For the past month, Arnold has made it his mission to help you overcome the fear of failure. In this final podcast on the topic, Arnold shares why hunting for the failures of your heroes and icons is a homework assignment that can make you more hopeful and resilient and start taking the chances you previously avoided. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign up with this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...
157
July 18, 2024

#157: Judgment Day

When you see the title, you might think we're talking about Terminator 2. But this episode has something much different in mind. Arnold shares a story about looking back on life and how a shift in how you think about "judgment day" could make a big difference in helping you live a more fulfilling life. You'll also receive the latest updates on what you can do before sleep to maximize muscle gain and how to fight off a decline in your sleep quality. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and r...
156
July 16, 2024

#156: Excuses, Muscle Soreness, and Does Blending DegradeFiber

If you've ever made an excuse before, Arnold would like to have a word with you. In this episode, Arnold explains why building awareness about your excuses can positively affect your life. You'll also learn about new research about soreness and muscle growth and whether fiber is harmed when it's put in a blender. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign up with this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https:/...
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July 15, 2024

#155: In The Darkest Times, Find The Light

Following the failed assassination attempt against former President Trump, Arnold shares his thoughts on how we can still shape the future for the better. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign up with this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://arnoldspumpclub.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Production and Marketing: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...
154
July 12, 2024

#154: How To Avoid Social Disconnection

Everyone talks about fitness, nutrition, and sleep, but there's a fourth part of wellness that deserves your attention. New research shares the dangers of the lifecycle of loneliness and why it's more important than ever to connect with your friends and keep your relationships strong. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign up with this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://arnoldspumpclub.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...
153
July 11, 2024

#153: Overcoming The Fear Of Failure (Part 2)

Why don't people go all-in on their biggest hopes and dreams? The fear of failure is a complicated topic, but fear is built on the foundation of a few simple psychological realities. In the second part of his series on overcoming failure, Arnold discusses the social dynamic of failure and how to manage embarrassment. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https:...
152
July 8, 2024

#152: Overcoming The Fear Of Failure (Part 1)

If there's one thing that holds most people back, it's not potential, ability, or talent -- it's fear. And more specifically, the fear of failure. Arnold has seen this prevent many people from making the most of their lives. To help you overcome your fear of failure, or recognize where it is subconsciously holding you back, Arnold will help you remove the barriers that stand in your way. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this li...
151
June 20, 2024

#151: The Pain and Reps Are Worth It

Arnold loves to say, "reps, reps, reps." But it's not just a slogan. It's wisdom based on experience. Because more than anything, Arnold has found that the best things in life occur when you're hungry to learn -- and hungrier to put in the work. In this episode, Arnold explains why, at 76, he's still working as hard as ever. You'll also learn why dumping water on your body might not be a great way to cool off. And the latest science on high-protein diets and kidney stones. If you'd like to joi...
150
June 19, 2024

#150: The Danger of Picking The Low-Hanging Fruit

Many people will tell you to go pick the "low-hanging fruit." But Arnold thinks it's a big reason so many people fall short of extraordinary outcomes. In this episode, Arnold will share what he learned when he went for the low-hanging fruit and how it changed him forever. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://arnoldspumpclub.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...
149
June 18, 2024

#149: The Most Dangerous Naysayer of All

Arnold has told you to ignore the naysayers. But what happens when the negative voice comes from within? In this episode, Arnold gives you a crash course on managing self-doubt, challenging the voice in your head, and rising above so you can accomplish your goals. You'll also learn about what one scientist calls a "legal performance enhancer." If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...
148
June 12, 2024

148: Do Artificial Sweeteners Make You Crave More Sugar?

Arnold is here to tell you that he uses artificial sweeteners in his coffee. But that didn't stop him from reviewing the latest research on the relationship between artificial sweeteners and hunger. In this episode, he shares what the scientists found, and breaks down another study about why you should add even more lycopene to your diet. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...
147
June 11, 2024

#147: The Upside Of Falling Short

Have you ever set a goal and fell short? Or watched others have more success? Then this episode is for you. We all have setbacks and frustrations, and -- in this episode -- Arnold explains how you can shift your perspective to turn your frustrations into fuel. You'll also learn about the food you can eat that will make your dentist smile. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...
146
June 5, 2024

#146: The Science Of Unlocking Great Ideas

The next time you're going through a creative rut, it's time to try out "productive failure." Instead of trying to stubbornly grind away at your work, Arnold will reveal what you can do to spark your brain and achieve more mental clarity. You'll also learn a new way to destress and turn your goals into realities. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://arnoldspu...
145
June 3, 2024

#145: How To Replace Bad Habits

Habits and routines have been the foundation of Arnold's success throughout his career. But creating good habits sometimes isn't enough; you must also replace bad habits. Psychologists discovered decades ago a three-part method to help you create better behaviors and remove ones that don't serve you. In this episode, Arnold shares the science of the ARC method. You'll also learn why the reps you put into the gym aren't always enough and why you also need to flex your connection muscles. If you'...
144
May 27, 2024

#144: Arnold And The Gettysburg Address

On this special episode of the podcast, Arnold reads part of his favorite passage of the Gettysburg Address, and explains why Memorial Day is so important to him. If you'd like to join Arnold's Pump Club and receive his free daily newsletter, you can sign-up with this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://arnoldspumpclub.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Production and Marketing: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://pen...