About this episode
In this solo episode, coach Robert Santana takes a hard look at exercise science research—what it really tells us, and where it falls short. He dives into the history of lifting, the rise of "evidence-based" fitness, and why so many studies don't translate to real-world results. From sample size problems and lifestyle confounders to the obsession with volume over load, Robert explains why lifters can't blindly follow the latest paper or guru. Instead, he breaks down the principles that actually build muscle and strength: progressive overload, smart programming, and the smell test of what works in the gym.
If you're tired of fitness "science" complicating simple truths, this episode will cut through the noise.
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