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This is the latest book from mike matthews and it doesn't disappoint. Mike has several books that delve heavily into the how to of fitness, but that is for another review. Mike lays it out about as simple as it can be done.
If you've ever been intimidated by science, then this is a must read. The book is succinct, well written, and narrowly focused to provide the reader with the background necessary to * through the piles of inadvertently or in some cases intentionally m... Read More
This book is a breath of fresh air and gets you dialed in to science based facts. This book sheds light on where the industry gets its direction and will no doubt help you in your own journey to becoming the best you possible.
Cons
The book has very little substance specific to 'fitness' science. It's a small book with large font, so it feels more like a long article than a book.
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This book provides the basic knowledge necessary to understand the nature of the scientific literature and the basic tools need... Read More
In fitness science explained mike has done an outstanding job of providing someone at my knowledge level with the fundamentals ... Read More
There are too many people that package things up and make them appear quality on the outside
I found the chapter about how the media twists and sensationalizes studies with the goals of ratings instead of spreading actua... Read More
Competitiveness
This is a fantastic breakdown for both the regular gym goer and competitor alike
I’ve been a longtime follower of mike matthews and his content
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- This product had a total of 274 reviews as of our last analysis date on Nov 28 2022.
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I find reading scientific studies to be boring and full of unnecessary jargon that is intended to detract from your average knowledgeseeker from forming their own opinion
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I found the chapter about how the media twists and sensationalizes studies with the goals of ratings instead of spreading actually useful information
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There are too many people that package things up and make them appear quality on the outside
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But the hard truth is people can be greedy and will cut corners to boost profit
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I was expecting this book to explain fitness science
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It seems that every other week conflicting stories come out in the main stream news about fitness advice
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Well this book helps you sift through the trash and find the info that you need to make science based fitness decisions
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If i were an average joe this book would confuse me
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