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E623: The Problem With "Science-Based" Lifting Nobody Talks About

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Nov 19, 2025
Explore the pitfalls of 'science-based lifting' as the hosts reveal how many misuse the term without true scientific backing. They dissect the difference between evidence-based practices and the misleading claims often seen online. Delving into the importance of peer review and consensus, they highlight how social media can prioritize sensation over facts. Hear about the challenges of the fitness industry, the impact of AI on knowledge, and the importance of practical experience in training. A candid conversation about discerning facts from fiction awaits!
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ANECDOTE

Handwashing Pioneer Rejected By Peers

  • Dr Jordan Shallow recounts Ignaz Semmelweis discovering handwashing reduced maternity deaths but being ostracized.
  • He uses the story to show how correct practical findings can be rejected by contemporaries.
INSIGHT

Science-Based Claims Require Reproducibility

  • The phrase “science-based lifting” is often misused because many creators skip peer review and reproducibility.
  • Jordan Jiunta argues true science requires hypothesis, methods, peer review, and replication before claims are science-based.
INSIGHT

Evidence Vs. Science In Training Claims

  • Evidence-based practice values high-quality aggregated data like RCTs and meta-analyses over single anecdotes.
  • Dr Jordan Shallow differentiates science-based content from evidence-based clinical decision-making.
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