Iron Culture presented by MASS Ep 337 - Is There A Crisis In Exercise Science?
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Jul 24, 2025 This discussion tackles the replication crisis in exercise science, drawing parallels with the issues in psychology. The hosts examine the challenges of research reproducibility and the risks of over-relying on individual studies. They emphasize the significance of meta-analyses for understanding true effects and urge cautious interpretation of new findings. Additionally, they highlight the systemic barriers to research transparency in exercise science and stress the importance of collaboration and critical evaluation in the fitness community.
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Eric Helms' Training Travels
- Eric Helms shared his travel experience in Europe where he balanced training and contest prep under challenging circumstances.
- He creatively managed workouts even in airport settings, showing commitment despite the tough logistics.
Psychology's Replication Crisis
- Psychology faced a replication crisis with only about 40% replication success and effect sizes halving on average.
- Widely accepted concepts like ego depletion and power poses were debunked or found to have smaller effects.
Challenges in Exercise Science Replication
- Exercise science faces unique challenges in replication due to small samples, small effects, and complex study logistics.
- Administrative and ethical constraints hinder data sharing and transparency, complicating replication efforts.
