Is There a Point of Diminishing Returns?

In today’s episode, Eric kicks things off by answering two questions from listeners. The first is about proper mixing and storage of creatine, and the second is about rediscovering and restoring motivation to work out. Next, Greg provides a research-packed answer to a listener’s question about whether or not there is a point of diminishing returns when it comes to weight loss and walking. After that, Eric discusses a few issues in the world of research and academic publishing that should impact the way we interpret some scientific research papers. Finally, to play out the show, Eric provides some more recommendations for music to train to.

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Intro/Announcements (0:00)

Q&A: I mix my creatine in boiling water, and leave it in the refrigerator overnight. Is that okay? (2:11)

• Analysis of the efficacy, safety, and regulatory status of novel forms of creatine
• Not Another Boring Creatine Guide: Answers To FAQs And Lesser-Known Benefits
• Creatine and Caffeine

Q&A: I’ve lost motivation to work out, and I truly don’t enjoy it anymore. What should I do? (16:20)

• An Evidence-Based Approach To Goal Setting And Behavior Change
• Self-Determination Theory 

Q&A: Is there a point of diminishing returns when it comes to weight loss and walking? (32:10)

• Dose-response relationship between walking and the attenuation of inherited weight
• Relationship Between Physical Activity, Body Mass Index, and Risk of Heart Failure
• A Meta-Analysis of Pedometer-Based Walking Interventions and Weight Loss

Research Roundup: Issues in Research and Academic Publishing (58:18)

• Medical Hypotheses
• The Citation of Retracted COVID-19 Papers is Common and Rarely Critical
• Is There an Epidemic of Research Fraud in Natural Medicine?

To Play Us Out: Rage Against the Machine and Audioslave (1:23:02)

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