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Can DNA Tests Predict Gains?
Can DNA-tests really predict performance? This first-of-its-kind study tries to answer this question! It let athletes take DNA-tests from their saliva and used 14 gene variants to classify them as…
3 Keys To Understand Science
“Just a few years ago scientists were saying fat is bad, and now they are saying fat is good!? F*** science it can’t be trusted”, “Studies are always coming up…
Arguing With Emotions Instead Of Facts
Have you ever caught yourself being stubborn and arguing with emotions instead of facts? Tell us in the comments and share this post! We've all been guilty of it. Letting…
Red Meat Vs Smoking
‘What the Health’ claims that red meat is in the same WHO category as tobacco when it comes to cancer. Have they fooled you with this statement? First off, cancer…
Science Guide: Problems With Studies
Did you read a hot new study on a diet which has won your affection? Let’s not rush things. Here’s what every honorable scientist and sceptic needs to know about…
Understanding Science – Linked vs Causes
Ever made this assumption? Articles and documentaries often say that a certain foods are "linked" to certain diseases. This is often assumed to mean that the food CAUSES the disease,…
Dunning Kruger
Are you over-confident in your fitness expertise?
Ever noticed how you feel very entitled to argue on a topic after watching a documentary or reading a book on it? Before learning about a topic, we are usually…
UNDERSTANDING SCIENCE: SURROGATE MARKERS
Most fitness studies usually only last for a few weeks, meaning that participants usually don't have time gain a lot of measurable strength or muscle mass. Researchers get around this…
SPONSORED STUDIES GET BETTER RESULTS THAN UNSPONSORED STUDIES
It is not uncommon that a study of a drug or product will be sponsored by the producers of that drug or product. This is usually because drug companies need…
WHAT HAPPENS TO YOUR CELLS WHEN YOU WORK OUT?
Resistance training provides many benefits, increased strength and muscle mass are among them. Another benefit is that it makes you body’s cells healthier; improved cellular health! We Can Measure How…