This science stuff goes over my head…I’m glad there are folks out there who know what they’re doing
Each of the 80+ answers to fitness and nutrition questions that you’ll find below has at least half a dozen studies to back it up (upwards 50 individual studies in some cases).
Let it be known: I, Rob Shoecraft did not grind through the thousands of studies and academic papers that formulate the answers below. No, Greg, Eric and Mike; the three hyper-intelligent powerlifters who run MASS Research; here’s my review of MASS Research Review) did that “heavy lifting” (get it?) for me.
The bulk of information in the FAQ below came from an epic list of meta-analyses and systematic reviews assembled by Greg Nuckols (be sure to check it out here: Strength and Physique Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Master List). It’s just the tip of the iceberg compared to the premium content the guys offer.
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- Blood Flow Restriction Training Causes Type I Fiber Hypertrophy in Powerlifters
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- Hormonal Contraceptives Don’t Mitigate Strength Gains
- Power Training or Speed Work for Some, But Not All?
- The Role of Physical Activity in Appetite and Weight Control
- The Science of Muscle Memory
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Fitness and Nutrition FAQs
My opinion is--at most--anecdotally expressed in this table. The entries in this table simply show what the most recent scientific data say.* The "Usefulness" score is just a subjective measure that I made up. It takes into account both the quality of the studies in question as well as the general applicability of the findings.