This episode dives into the potential limitations involved in research, although it can have great benefits and it should also guide your decision-making and things to consider when interpreting research.

However, I’d like to also state that research can be extremely valuable and by no means do we want to dismiss it.

Please note that all information is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Why research alone shouldn’t dictate your decisions

01:40 – The real value of scientific research in fitness & health

03:30 – Common limitations of research studies explained simply

05:30 – Research vs real-world results: where the disconnect happens

07:30 – Why context matters when interpreting studies

09:30 – Population averages vs individual response

11:30 – Anecdotal evidence, coaching experience & pattern recognition

13:30 – How to critically assess fitness and nutrition research

15:30 – Using research intelligently without being dogmatic

17:00 – Final thoughts: evidence-based, not evidence-blind