

Cooking our detractors
21 snips Mar 15, 2025
The hosts dive into the crucial distinction between 'science' and 'evidence-based' approaches in fitness, arguing that the latter can often fall short. They humorously critique misunderstandings surrounding muscle growth and hypertrophy terminology. The discussion weaves through the historical context of sarcomerogenesis and the complexities of strength training while urging a nuanced understanding of scientific evidence. Misconceptions in fitness science and the challenges of clear communication are hilariously unpacked, promoting deeper scientific inquiry in the community.
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Science vs. Evidence-Based Practice
- Science and evidence-based practice are distinct concepts, though often confused.
- Evidence-based practice isn't science, and vice-versa.
Defining Science
- Science explains phenomena through observation, investigation, and theoretical explanation.
- It requires explaining how things work, unlike evidence-based practice.
Radelli Study Replication
- The Radelli volume study, replicated by Brad Schoenfeld, had similar outcomes.
- This highlights the focus on outcomes in evidence-based practice, not mechanisms.