Mind Pump
2839: Stop Cutting. Build Instead. The Science of Getting Lean the Right Way.
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18 Apr 2026 · 1h 59m
Muscle growth
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If you've been cutting calories and grinding cardio to lose weight and it still isn't working — this episode is for you. Sal, Adam, and Justin break down why the cut-first approach is not just ineffective, it's actively working against you. A new study out of Brazil shows that people with belly fat but adequate muscle had ZERO increased risk of death — while those with belly fat and low muscle had an 83% higher risk. The message is clear: muscle is the variable that matters most. Then four...