Brains and Gains with Dr. David Maconi Lyle McDonald (Part 2) - Falsified Research, Psychology of Refeeds
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Sep 11, 2020 
Lyle McDonald, a fitness and nutrition expert, discusses falsified research in fitness studies, the psychology of refeeds, and the impact of drastically different caloric intake on different days. The podcast dives into the controversies around the Barbala study, questions data integrity in Brazilian labs, analyzes high volume fitness studies, and explores refeeding strategies for muscle growth and maintenance.
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Barbalho Study Controversy
- The Barbalho research on training volume has been questioned due to potential data fabrication.
- Lyle McDonald explains the statistical analysis that revealed inconsistencies, impacting his view on the study's validity.
High-Volume Training Study Critique
- Lyle McDonald questions the validity of high-volume training studies due to unrealistic workout protocols.
- He argues that prescribed exercises and rest times make these workouts physically impossible.
Workout Validation Challenge
- Challenge the feasibility of high-volume workouts presented in studies.
- Attempt the workout yourself or request video proof from others to validate its practicality.