Why So Much Fitness Advice Gets It Wrong
If you spend any time online, you’ve probably noticed something: everybody has an opinion about exercise and diet. Some of those opinions sound confident, even scientific and if they are said by someone in great shape its got to be true! But when you look closer, a lot of them aren’t backed up by actual research.
That’s a big problem, because bad advice spreads fast. It confuses people, wastes time, and sometimes even keeps them from doing the very things that would help the most.
The Science Is Clear—But People Don’t Use It
Scientists have studied strength training for decades. They know it builds muscle, protects bones, lowers the risk of falls, helps your heart, and even improves your mood and memory. The evidence is rock solid.
But in gyms, on podcasts, and across social media, you still hear myths like:
“Weight training makes you stiff and less flexible.”
“Plant proteins can’t help you build muscle.”
“You have to work out every day to see results.”
“I’m only bringing my hormones up to normal levels.”
None of these are true. They sound believable, but science has proven otherwise.
Why the Gap?
So why does the gap between science and practice stay so wide? A few reasons:
Many coaches and trainers don’t keep up with new research.
Scientific studies are often written in technical language, hard for the public to understand.
People tend to believe stories and personal testimonials more than data.
That mix creates the perfect storm: misinformation wrapped in a convincing package.
What We Need Instead
If fitness advice is going to help people, it has to meet three tests:
Evidence-based. It lines up with what studies actually show.
Clear. It’s explained in plain language, without jargon.
Actionable. You can put it into practice without guesswork.
That’s how we close the gap—by cutting through the noise and pointing people back to what actually works.
Why This Matters
Because your health, strength, and independence aren’t things to gamble with. Following myths isn’t just harmless—it can mean wasted years of effort, or worse, giving up on training altogether when it “doesn’t work.”
I’ll be using this space to highlight examples of unscientific claims in the fitness world, explain why they’re wrong, and point you toward better answers.
The bottom line is simple:
Strength training works when it’s done right. Don’t let misinformation get in the way of your progress.