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#192 - Why Following Science Is Limiting Your Progress
Episode 192
Thursday, 12 February, 2026

This episode dives into the potential limitations involved in research, although it can have great benefits and it should also guide your decision-making and things to consider when interpreting research. However, I’d like to also state that research can be extremely valuable and by no means do we want to dismiss it. Please note that all information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. FREE Optimising Nutrition Guide - https://coachedbycharlie.squarespace.com/optimal-nutrition-guide My Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/charliejcuthbert/ Podcast's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theimprovementpodcast/ Online Coaching Application Form - https://forms.gle/3Fne4dTF3HuoXWXi6 Where Else To Find Me - https://linktr.ee/CharlieCuthbertTimestamps: 00:00 – Why research alone shouldn’t dictate your decisions 01:40 – The real value of scientific research in fitness & health 03:30 – Common limitations of research studies explained simply 05:30 – Research vs real-world results: where the disconnect happens 07:30 – Why context matters when interpreting studies 09:30 – Population averages vs individual response 11:30 – Anecdotal evidence, coaching experience & pattern recognition 13:30 – How to critically assess fitness and nutrition research 15:30 – Using research intelligently without being dogmatic 17:00 – Final thoughts: evidence-based, not evidence-blind