Ep 337 - Is There A Crisis In Exercise Science?

Ep 337 - Is There A Crisis In Exercise Science?

Join hosts Eric Trexler and Eric Helms as they explore the potential "replication crisis" in exercise science, drawing parallels to the well-documented crisis in psychology. In this episode, they delve into the challenges of replicating research findings, the perils of placing too much confidence in singular studies, the importance of cautious interpretation of new studies, and the value of meta-analyses in understanding true effect sizes. Whether you're a seasoned lifter or new to the world of evidence-based practice, this conversation offers valuable insights into making informed decisions about your training.


Time stamps:

00:00 – Introduction (and Helms’ travel updates)

17:29 - Replication Crisis in Psychology: Discussion on the replication crisis observed in psychology and its implications.

32:45 – What is “replication”

44:36 – Results of “reproducibility project” in exercise science

1:00:04 – Why are replication rates so low in exercise science?

1:27:24 – What does this mean for “evidence-based fitness” and application of exercise science?


Relevant links:

www.massresearchreview.com

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26315443/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40522610/

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