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Join Katie and Heather, owners of Barpath Fitness, as they take a deep dive into important (and usually controversial) health & fitness topics. Combining a little science, a little ranting, and a lot of industry experience, Katie and Heather will be helping you sift through the toxic misinformation in the fitness industry. One podcast episode at a time. Barpath Fitness is an LGBTQ+ and women-owned fitness business that specializes in helping people move better, get stronger, and live pain free through individualized programming and coaching.
Stronger Than Your Boyfriend
10 Fitness Myths That Need to Die
September 03, 2024
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Barpath Fitness
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Season 1
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Episode 202
In today’s episode of the podcast, we debunk 10 common fitness myths that permeate the fitness and health and wellness industry. These myths are:
- Lifting weights makes you bulky.
- Your knees shouldn’t go past your toes when you squat.
- The burn, sweating, and soreness make a good workout.
- More is better when it comes to exercise.
- Cardio is superior for fat loss.
- Heavy lifting is dangerous.
- Muscle confusion is necessary to prevent plateaus.
- Spot reduction is possible (targeting fat loss in specific areas).
- The anabolic window requires you to consume protein immediately after a workout.
- One-hour workouts are the most effective.
Sources:
Blog: Knees Over Toes Debate
Podcast Episode: Indicators a of a good workout
Blog: The Minimum Effective Dose
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