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Evaluating Fitness Trends with Dr. Shannon Connolly
Manage episode 473133687 series 2971372
In this episode, host Nikki chats with Dr. Shannon Connolly, chiropracter and women's strength and rehab coach about the the misleading world of celebrity fitness programs and marketing claims in the fitness and rehab space.
Topics discussed:
- Why “celebrity-approved” doesn’t mean evidence-based
- How to spot red flags in fitness marketing claims
- What progressive overload actually means proper strength training versus how it's misused in marketing
- The "initial gains" phenomenon and why everything works for beginners but not for long-term progress
- Why pain, progress, and training don’t always follow a straight line
Connect with Shannon:
- Instagram: @livewellwithdrshannon
- Website: livewellwithdrshannon.com
Connect with Nikki:
Articles referenced:
91 episodes
Manage episode 473133687 series 2971372
In this episode, host Nikki chats with Dr. Shannon Connolly, chiropracter and women's strength and rehab coach about the the misleading world of celebrity fitness programs and marketing claims in the fitness and rehab space.
Topics discussed:
- Why “celebrity-approved” doesn’t mean evidence-based
- How to spot red flags in fitness marketing claims
- What progressive overload actually means proper strength training versus how it's misused in marketing
- The "initial gains" phenomenon and why everything works for beginners but not for long-term progress
- Why pain, progress, and training don’t always follow a straight line
Connect with Shannon:
- Instagram: @livewellwithdrshannon
- Website: livewellwithdrshannon.com
Connect with Nikki:
Articles referenced:
91 episodes
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