Scientific Strength

How safe is weightlifting and weight training? We'll discuss a research paper that analyzed the incidence of strength training injuries as compared to other sports and activities. ...

Can Vitamin D improve our performance? Can low levels of Vitamin D impair athletic or muscle performance? We'll discuss the current research of Vitamin D on optimal performance in ...

In this short episode, we'll look at the biomechnanical analysis of the conventional style deadlift vs sumo style. Is one more effiecient than the other and which is best for you? ...

What's the best time of day to train to maximize strength and performance? This has been a "burning question" and in this week's episode we discuss what a recent study revealed abo...

The squat is one of the most valuable exercises we have available. In this episode, learn about the important biomechanical principles of performing the squat for maximum safety an...

Do kettlebells offer any unique benefits? Is the muscle activation different with kettlebell training? Are there different loads experienced with kettlebell exercises? We talk abou...

Does barbell deadlifting help alleviate low back pain? A NEW reserch study looks to evaluate the effectiveness of the barbell deadlift as an approach to improving low back pain. We...

We deconstruct our 1st research paper in this episode and attempt to answer the question, does strength help us live longer? Find out what the science reveals....

In this episode, learn the key components of how to read a research paper. This wll be the groundwork for futue episodes and how we break down a clinical paper....

The Intro to the Scientific Strenghth Podcast with Scott Iardella....