Conventional wisdom has it that you need to move your body regularly to stay fit. But these days scientists argue that you should probably trade in the treadmill for some dumbbells. Strength training is having a moment. In this episode, part of our “Well informed” series on wellness trends, we take an evidence-based look at three popular routes to maximising your strength: weightlifting, eating protein, and taking creatine supplements. The world of fitness is filled with powders and supplements that claim bold things, but what’s the real secret to becoming—and staying—strong?
Host: Alok Jha, The Economist’s science and technology editor. Contributors: The Economist’s Tim Cross, Richard Kreider of Texas A&M University.
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