

Front Page Fitness
MASS Research Review
Having trouble staying up-to-date with the newest health and fitness information? Confused or overwhelmed by the constant flood of contradictory health and fitness information? Look no further. In Front Page Fitness, Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple and Dr. Eric Trexler discuss the hot topics dominating the headlines to provide reliable, accessible, and actionable information you can trust.
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Nov 13, 2025 • 59min
Ep 30 - Culinary Breakthroughs (Baja Blast Pie, Cube Rule)
Dive into the world of culinary curiosities with a discussion on the controversial Baja Blast pie. Explore the cube rule of food identification, classifying meals based on starch placement. Listen in as hosts analyze the FDA's recent change to menopausal hormone therapy warnings. They also tackle the backlash against Peter Attia's longevity advice and scrutinize trendy TikTok phenomena like bacteria maxing. Plus, learn how to target specific muscle growth without bulk—it's a smorgasbord of nutrition and fitness insights!

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Nov 6, 2025 • 1h 12min
Ep 29 - Toothpaste, but for Women
Discussing a traumatic cleaning experience leads to wild stories about finding spider eggs. The hosts dive into the myths surrounding marathon running and its impact on the body. They tackle the intriguing claim that toothpaste might be designed specifically for women due to hormonal differences. With a focus on menopause, they explain the phrase 'brain eating itself' and share insights on the potential benefits of estrogen therapy for heart disease and cancer prevention, amidst a lively listener interaction.

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Oct 29, 2025 • 1h 14min
Ep 28 - Weighted Bras?
Dive into the world of misleading low-calorie burrito claims and the baffling science behind fat blockers. Explore the latest trends in upscale human upgrade centers and whether their pricey treatments really deliver. The hosts tackle the controversial weighted bras phenomenon, discussing their practicality. Plus, unpack the intriguing study on creatine supplementation for menopausal women and the skepticism surrounding its benefits. A fun listener mailbag segment even reveals snack debates and college football tips!

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Oct 22, 2025 • 1h 2min
Ep 27 - Dangerous Amounts of Lead in Protein Powders?
Dive into a discussion on the surprising effects of 'man-opause' and how stories about it often miss the mark. Explore the rising trend of protein-fortified snacks and the questionable health benefits they offer. The hosts tackle alarming findings about lead in protein powders and the implications for consumers. They even ponder if lead exposure could be linked to serial killer behavior! Plus, hear entertaining listener tales about peeing during endurance events. It's a wild ride through fitness news and quirky insights!

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Oct 15, 2025 • 1h 5min
Ep 26 - Body-Sculpting Garments
The hosts dive into their credibility as fitness experts, sharing humorous insights. An intriguing update on apple cider vinegar and the hilarity of a Taco Bell ultramarathon challenge follows. They scrutinize leggings with resistance bands and question the science of a mitochondria makeover pill, raising skepticism about its marketing claims. The conversation takes a lighthearted turn with listener emails discussing unconventional urination tactics during marathons, leaving everyone in stitches.

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Oct 8, 2025 • 1h 7min
Ep 25 - Tylenol Use During Pregnancy
Listen in as the hosts dive into a lively discussion about the new protein lattes at Starbucks and their surprising health benefits. They explore the quirky art of beer stein holding as a fitness trend. A significant segment tackles the controversy around Tylenol use during pregnancy, emphasizing the need for nuanced conversations and balanced maternal well-being. Finally, they critique misleading training advice aimed at specific demographics, reminding listeners that universal principles apply to everyone.

Oct 1, 2025 • 1h 5min
Ep 24 - Ear Seeding For Cortisol Face?
Travel mishaps take center stage as Lauren recalls a chaotic journey. The hosts tackle a viral claim about running harming health, challenging misinformation. They explore the peculiar trend of 'looks minimizing' and its aesthetic risks. Delving into clutter, they discuss its hidden impact on attraction. The intriguing concept of ear seeding for 'cortisol face' is examined, along with insights on pumpkin spice's health claims. Lastly, they critique the loaded water craze and clarify electrolyte use.

Sep 24, 2025 • 1h 16min
Ep 23 - Merits of "Protein-Maxxing" Debated
In Episode 23 of Front Page Fitness, Drs Eric Trexler and Lauren Colenso-Semple dissect several viral wellness trends and questionable health claims while discussing broader issues in science communication. The hosts analyze TikTok's "Great Lock-In" challenge as essentially rebranded New Year's resolutions, debate the value of intense focus periods versus constant balance, and investigate a bizarre "Slim Room" treatment claiming to burn 1,500-2,000 calories through multiple simultaneous therapies. They critique Tracy Anderson's "vomitous" stance regarding high-protein diets, including her arbitrary "four-legged animal" dietary restriction. The discussion shifts to serious criticism of supplement marketing that falsely claims whole protein sources like steak provide no usable protein, with additional commentary about scientists or professionals in adjacent fields who venture into nutrition without proper expertise. Throughout the episode, they address the fundamental problems plaguing health and fitness content creation.Chapters0:00 Intro & Production Updates9:09 The Great Lock-In Challenge20:38 Slim Rooms26:03 Poop Donation Program32:00 Protein "Maxxing"46:05 Essential Amino Acids vs. Protein55:30 The State of Science Communication in Health and Fitness1:13:26 Closing Thoughts

Sep 17, 2025 • 1h 3min
Ep 22 - Useless Fitness Quizzes
In this episode of Front Page Fitness, hosts Eric and Lauren dive into a variety of topics ranging from their fierce social media feud to "Ozempic vulva." They explore the absurdity of online quizzes about body types, the peculiarities of sauna conversations, and the science behind pooping and its impact on performance. The discussion also touches on the alleged dangers of smartphone use in the bathroom, the bizarre trend of cooking on airplanes, and the dynamics of toxic spouse behavior in parenting.Chapters00:00 Eric & Lauren's Social Media Feud05:24 Ozempic Vulva08:53 Useless Online Quizzes and Sauna Conversations14:40 The Impact of Defecation on Performance26:50 Smartphone Use and Hemorrhoids34:30 Home Remedies for Sinus Issues and the Dangers of Over-the-Counter Nasal Sprays41:07 Airplane Food Etiquette50:12 Bad Eggs54:55 Toxic Spouse Behavior and Parenting Dynamics

Sep 10, 2025 • 1h 7min
Ep 21 - Is Coffee Wrecking Your Hormones?
In this episode of Front Page Fitness, hosts Eric and Lauren discuss a variety of topics ranging from sports updates to two recent Netflix documentaries about "Catfishing." They delve into health concerns surrounding gel nail polish bans in Europe, explore a new 'sexercise' calorie burning calculator, and introduce the unconventional fitness craze of quadrobics. The episode also features listener feedback about cats' unusual food preferences and takes a critical look at the impact of morning coffee on hormonal health.Time stamps00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap05:08 Netflix Documentaries: Unknown Number and Catfishing16:32 Health Concerns: Gel Nail Polish and European Regulations28:17 Female Physiology Debate and Importance of Meta-Analyses of Human Trials33:07 Exploring the "Sexercise" Calorie Calculator39:45 The Rise of Quadrobics45:20 Questionable Exercise Routine "For Lymphatic System and Fascia"47:58 Cat talk56:45 The Impact of Coffee on Hormones


