Arnold's Pump Club

Normally, we talk about building habits. But on this episode, Arnold discusses the one habit you must break, and all the different ways it will improve your mindset and increase your happiness. You'll also learn about the best pre-workout (hint: it's not caffeine), and a potential major change to the food environment. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build better habits? Sign up for the Pump a...

Are you a fan of new year's resolutions and setting goals? Before you fall into the same routine and frustration, Arnold has three steps he'd like you to follow to make sure this year you achieve everything you want to accomplish. 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 analyze decades of research, it becomes clear that we know many effective ways to lose weight. The real struggle is keeping off the pounds and hanging onto your success. In this episode, Arnold shares a new research breakthrough that might explain why weight regain is so common -- and it's all about a surprising type of memory that could be making it harder to keep off the pounds. Looking t...

Arnold does a lot of things that appear to break the rules that others follow. And his approach towards the holidays is no different. Every year, people ask Arnold how to manage diet and fitness at the end of the year. And on today's episode, Arnold shares his philosophy and presents an important challenge that could dramatically change your life for the better. Looking to upgrade your workouts an...

We stand at a challenging time where differences of opinions are blurring how we should interact, even when we disagree. We need to find ways to come together. Your fellow humans, no matter where you are — are not the enemy. They might have different ideas. That doesn’t mean they are evil or undeserving of our respect. We all have the power to be passionate about our principles and policies withou...

An estimated 70 million people in the United States alone struggle with sleep. While sleep struggles are complicated issues, many people miss out on small behaviors that could instantly make it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep longer. In this episode, Arnold shares new research on sleep quality, a study about improving gut health, and a story of hope for moments when life feels hopeless. Look...

Arnold receives many emails from people who feel pessimistic. While it isn't his style, there is a lot of bad happening all over the world, so he understands why it's an issue. In this episode, Arnold shares his research-backed method for improving optimism. You'll also learn how children can become more resilient as adults and what you can eat at night to improve your sleep. Looking to upgrade yo...

Do you ever feel like you only crave sugary or high-calorie foods? The reason could be a daily behavior that causes you to desire the foods you want to limit. In this episode, Arnold shares new research that helps you make sense of the science of craving and how you can reprogram your tastebuds and take control of your hunger. You'll also learn about how to minimize soreness and maximize recovery,...

Everyone thinks they need motivation. But motivation doesn't last. While it can help you get started, it can also be a house of cards if you don't have a stable foundation. In this episode, Arnold shares his four principles for creating routines and habits that last and lead to success. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build better habits? Sign up for the Pump app with the 7-day risk-free tria...

Billions of canned energy drinks are sold every year. But what happens when those drinks are put up to the test against a good cup of coffee? In this episode, Arnold shares the results of a new study that compared a loaded energy drink to plain old caffeine. And, you'll also learn the type of workouts that are best for longevity, and whether red light therapy lives up to any of the hype. Looki...

Autophagy—or cellular cleansing—is usually associated with time-restricted eating. But that doesn't mean it's the most effective way to keep your body young. In this episode, Arnold shares the latest research on the best ways to increase autophagy, fight off aging, and stay as healthy as possible. You'll also learn about strengthspan, and the food most likely to help you increase cance...

Could one switch to your diet save you nearly 1,000 calories per day? A new study looked at food choices and ultra-processed foods. The study design was an interesting look at how food selection can significantly impact how much you eat -- even if calories and macros are the same. In this episode, Arnold explains what the researchers found and how it can be applied to your life. Looking to upgrade...

If you combined all the studies about the benefits of coffee, you'd feel that it might be the healthiest food in the world. After yet another study came out, Arnold takes a deeper look at why coffee research appears to be so overwhelmingly positive. You'll also learn about a new study that suggests how quickly sleep deprivation can do harm. And why heating up your muscles after a workout m...

If you want to be successful in life, you need to take action. But before you take action, Arnold argues, you need to learn to become a better listener. In this episode, Arnold outlines how anyone can achieve their potential. He also shares a new study about fish oil, how women can exercise when pregnant, and a study that suggests a way to build more muscle even when you're eating fewer calori...

In Be Useful, Arnold wrote: “Failure has never killed a dream; quitting kills every dream it touches.” When you are building new habits, it’s going to be hard. You’re going to have missed days. You’re going to fail. And, most importantly, you need to plan for that reality. In this episode, Arnold shares his "speed bump or stop sign" test and a new way of thinking about challenges. You&#3...

The latest trend in wellness is to push toward optimization. Whether it's your sleep, workouts, or nutrition, there always seems to be something more you can do. Understanding how you can improve is a good thing. Progression is the foundation of change. But optimization has a downside that -- if you're not careful -- can do more harm than good. Looking to upgrade your workouts and build be...

Today is a special episode of the podcast. In honor of the anniversary of 9/11, Arnold asked former Green Beret Jason McCarthy, founder of GORUCK, to share his experiences and lessons from serving the country and enlisting after the Towers fell. 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...

People often ask Arnold how he gets so much done and while seeming so relaxed. The truth is it wasn't always that way. Back in the 1970s, Arnold was suffering from stress and overwhelm, and he learned a technique that changes everything for him. In this episode, Arnold will share his method for doing less and accomplishing more. You'll also learn about new research that discusses why your...

There's a reason Arnold has spent more than 5 decades on a crusade to push fitness to everyone. But now, after hearing new data from the chair of the Department of Medicine from Stanford University, he is as inspired as ever to issue a warning and a wakeup call for anyone that isn't finding a way to move. In this episode, Arnold will share why exercise's benefits and life-saving potent...

Calories count, and not all calories are equal -- but did you know that some foods are more resistant to being stored as fat than others? In this episode, Arnold shares the fascinating study about people who overate by 1,000 calories per day but didn't gain any body fat. You'll also learn about a surprising way to destress, and a new supplement that can help your body cool down. Looking to...

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...

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...

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 w...

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&#39...

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, y...