Award-winning journalist, physicist, and bestselling author of Endure Alex Hutchinson reveals the little-known and often surprising truths that science has uncovered about exercise, ranging from cardio and weights to competition to weight loss.
There's plenty of conventional wisdom on health and fitness—but how much of it is scientifically sound? The truth is: less than you'd think.
In Which Comes First, Cardio or Weights?, physicist and award-winning journalist Alex Hutchinson tackles dozens of fitness myths and commonly held beliefs, looking at just what research science has—and has not—proven to be true:
This myth-busting book covers the full spectrum of exercise science—from strength and power to nutrition and hydration—and offers the latest in research from around the globe, as well as helpful diagrams and plenty of practical tips on using proven science to improve your workout routine, reach weight loss goals, and achieve better competition results.
