Align Podcast

What’s the best exercise for sedentary beings who want to live longer, stronger, and happier? Today’s guest firmly believes that resistance training is the answer. In this episode, Sal Di Stefano takes us through the unbelievable benefits of resistance training on growth hormones, insulin sensitivity, muscle building, and overall well-being. This discussion will help open your eyes to the dangers of modern-day sedentarism and teach you how to save yourself, one small habit changes at a time. Sal is the designer of the Muscular Adaptation Programming System (MAPS) and co-founder of Mind Pump Media. He also co-hosts Mind Pump.   What we discuss: 0:00 - Introduction to Sal Di Stefano 1:20 - Morning erection: Is it a sign of serious health issues? 3:15 - Myths about resistance training 6:50 - Why resistance training is the best form of exercise, even for non-fitness fanatics 10:00 - Does muscle building help with insulin-sensitivity, obesity, and Alzheimer’s? 13:00 - Winning the testosterone epidemic with resista