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Best Content of the Week
I really recommend listening to all three parts of John Berardi's "I'm Calling BS" series. It's an incredibly interesting look at the surprisingly complex topic of criticism in science. The episodes explore when criticism is necessary and useful and also how, when done aggressively or antagonistically, it can be counterproductive.
I think you'll enjoy the guests and topics, and think a little more critically about the information you consume.
—Esther Avant
Best Article
Beyond full ROM: 3 Lessons About Stretch-Mediated Hypertrophy -- Menno Henselmans, mennohenselmans.com
I don't know about you, but I'm a sucker for a great strength training article and this one doesn't disappoint. If you've never heard of stretch-mediated hypertrophy, it's an underrated way of building muscle where sarcomeres are stretched beyond a certain point, giving the stretched muscle greater hypertrophy potential. With a mix of science and real-world experience, Menno Henselmans explains why increased ROM is not all it's cracked up to be when it comes to muscle growth.
— Shane McLean
Best Video
You Are What You Consume -- Erica Suter and Shay Haddow
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1OWfA772IA
This week's video is a fascinating convo about how your lifestyle decisions—from what you consume on social media and the news, to the people you surround ourselves with, to the food you eat—impact how you feel, act, and perform. Remembering that we can control all these variables is comforting in a time when a lot of other things feel out of our control.
— Esther Avant
Best Social Media Post
Posted by Carrie Lee Fitness on May 27, 2021
Intermittent fasting: It's everywhere right now. In this week's best social media post, Carrie Lee breaks down the different types of IF, how it works, who it's best for, and when to avoid it. Pro tip: Follow her for her consistent creative and educational fitness content.
— Christina Abbey
Best Podcast
I'm Calling BS! - Part 1 (The Science Police) -- John Berardi with James Heathers, The Dr. John Berardi Show
This first installment of an epic three-part series is an eye-opener into the world of academia, studies, and application. This particular episode is a captivating talk with Dr. James Heathers, a researcher who—in his spare time!—audits questionable studies. He takes us through his methodology, process, and how he uncovers some missteps of researchers, whether honest mistakes or intentional fudging. (In particular, the work of Brian Wansink is called into question.) This episode—and the whole series—really makes you think at both the peer-review and general population level. After listening to this series, you'll be able to ask the right questions, and answer some of your clients' questions.
— Mike Howard
More Great Fitness Content
You Need to Lift Shit to Fix Shit: Some Postpartum Considerations -- Tony Gentilcore, tonygentilcore.com
Mental Health Check In -- Shane McLean, Balance Guy Training
How to Tell the Difference Between a Bad Fitness Coach and a Great Fitness Coach -- Steve Kamb, Nerd Fitness
Leg Drive During the Bench with Brent Carter -- Brent Carter
Navigating Pain and Injury in Yoga -- Nikki Naab-Levy with guest Monica Bright, Results Not Typical
