Science-Based Fitness

20/04/2016

'Superfood' is a marketing term, not a scientific one. Always make sure you .

03/03/2016

Concerns about children participating in strength training/strength exercises are not backed up by the evidence.

"People often see strength training as just lifting heavy weights in a gym, but strength training can be done in a wide variety of ways, including using just your body weight. Strength training can also incorporate medicine balls, sand bags, elastic resistance bands and weighted sleds". http://theconversation.com/health-check-should-children-and-adolescents-lift-weights-54888

A recent study found while parents are positive about their children engaging in aerobic activities (running, playing sports), they have much more negative views when it comes to strength exercises.

29/02/2016

Support for the rear-elevated split squat. Unilateral leg exercises are often underutilized in lower limb routines.

27/02/2016

If you're in a position where fat loss is your goal, health benefits kick in from as little as a 5% bodyweight reduction: http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2016/02/25/big-health-benefits-to-small-weight-loss/

Losing as little as 5 percent of your body weight can improve health.

18/02/2016

The American College of Sports Medicine has released its updated "Nutrition and Athletic Performance" position statement, incorporating new perspectives on personalisation and dynamics over time: http://journals.lww.com/acsm-msse/Fulltext/2016/03000/Nutrition_and_Athletic_Performance.25.aspx

ABSTRACT: It is the position of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Dietitians of Canada, and the American College of Sports Medicine that the performance of, and recovery from, sporting activities are enhanced by well-chosen nutrition strategies. These organizations provide guidelines for th...

11/01/2016

Incase you’re not one of the over 10 million people who’ve come to know Dr. Mike Evans through his viral video 23 and…

09/01/2016

Fat-shaming isn't just socially unacceptable, it can't be justified as a motivational or behaviour-change tactic. Steer clear of fitness professionals or sites that engage in this sort of discrimination. http://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0070048

Weight discrimination is prevalent in American society. Although associated consistently with psychological and economic outcomes, less is known about whether weight discrimination is associated with longitudinal changes in obesity. The objectives of this research are (1) to test whether weight disc…

02/01/2016

Making a commitment to fitness as a New Year's resolution? SBF supports this. Kia kaha. Stay strong, stay consistent.

01/12/2015

Persistence, consistency, and progression are the trio of necessary components for training success. If you are going to de-load over the holiday period, consider the duration, and/or consider some maintenance-level exercise while you are on your break. http://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/news/article.cfm?c_id=6&objectid=11553343

As December begins, the temptation to forego the gym for end-of-year drinks and Christmas dinners is strong. If you need some added motivation to keep up the exercise regime at this - New Zealand Herald

30/10/2015

When it comes to food, the prefix "super" is really just a marketing gimmick - http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/are-superfoods-really-super

Each day, a new food seems to get promoted to superfood. But can the latest and greatest fruits and veggies really help you lose weight and prevent diseases? Find out here!

15/10/2015

Whole body vibration therapy (WBVT) is often offered as a treatment for balance, back pain, neurological disorders, and also simple fitness. Does it actually work, however, for the indications claimed?...WBVT may improve leg strength, endurance, and walking. It does not appear to be superior to other forms of exercise, or to add much to a regular exercise program. https://www.sciencebasedmedicine.org/whole-body-vibration-therapy/

01/10/2015

Good discussion on ‘Clean’ Eating vs IIFYM (If it fits your macros) - http://www.biolayne.com/nutrition/biolayne-video-log-12-clean-eating-vs-iifym-if-it-fits-your-macros/