Why Fitness Gimmicks Keep Fooling You And What Actually Works | Mind Pump 2833
Are EMS workout suits the new Thighmaster? Sal, Adam, and Justin break down the latest fitness gimmick trend and explain why no gadget will ever replace the basics. They also cover a shocking new study on erythritol (yes, the 'healthy' sweetener) linked to blood clots, the science of testosterone therapy for women, a potential sleep apnea pill, and scientists who digitally mapped a fruit fly brain — and what that means for human consciousness.
Stick around for four listener Q&As on carrying babies, body types, deadlift shoulder pain, and returning to training after injury.
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00:00:00 Fitness Gimmicks: EMS, Thighmaster & Why They Fail
00:03:54 EMS Machines Explained
00:08:31 Why the Basics Always Win
00:14:11 The Value of Hiring a Good Coach
00:18:58 Erythritol & Sweetener Health Risks
00:22:30 Diet Soda Debate: Aspartame vs. Sucralose
00:26:40 New Pill for Sleep Apnea?
00:31:00 Sal's Tractor Crash Story
00:37:14 Testosterone Therapy for Women
00:40:32 The Misleading Hormone Therapy & Cancer Study
00:43:23 Scientists Digitized a Fruit Fly Brain
00:47:20 Meal Prep Talk & Tater Tot Debate
00:55:40 Q&A: Exercises for New Moms Carrying Baby
00:58:20 Q&A: Body Types — Lean Into Your Strengths
01:02:06 Q&A: Shoulder Pain from Deadlifting
01:04:09 Q&A: When to Return to Training After Injury
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