Fact vs. Fiction: Tim & Stacey Bust 3 Common Health Myths

In the world of fitness, everyone's an expert. To cut through the noise, we're sharing three common misconceptions, explained through the combined lenses of Tim (Exercise Scientist/Nutrition) and Stacey (Sports Therapist/PT).

Myth 1: You need to detox or cut carbs to see weight loss results.

Tim's Take (Exercise Scientist & Nutrition Coach): "The idea that you need an extreme diet change—a 'detox,' or eliminating a major food group like carbs—is baseless and counterproductive. Your body already has a perfectly functioning detox system (your liver and kidneys). Weight loss isn't about restriction; it's about consistent energy balance and getting sufficient protein and nutrients. Extreme cuts are metabolically stressful and psychologically unsustainable. My Nutritional Guidance focuses on teaching you how to eat for fuel, not how to starve yourself."

Myth 2: Soreness means you had a good workout.

Stacey's Take (Sports & Massage Therapist): "This is one of the most dangerous myths I hear. Soreness (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness, or DOMS) is just an indicator of muscle tissue disruption—it doesn't measure efficacy. A great Strength Training session is one that is safe and moves you toward your goal. If you are crippled for three days, you likely just overdid it and hurt your overall training consistency. The goal is challenging effort, not crippling pain. If soreness is inhibiting your movement, that's when you need professional help from a Sports Therapist to ensure it's not masking a deeper issue."

Myth 3: Stretching is the most important thing before you lift.

Stacey and Tim’s Combined Take: Stacey: "We don't do old-school static stretches (holding a pose) before a workout. Static stretching temporarily decreases your muscle power, making your lifts less effective and potentially increasing injury risk. Dynamic warm-ups are key." Tim: "As an Exercise Scientist, I focus on dynamic movements that prime your nervous system and gradually prepare your joints for the specific exercises you are about to perform. This includes light cardio and movement-based drills like leg swings or arm circles—which are far more effective at preventing injury and maximizing the quality of your

Getting facts from both the scientific and therapeutic perspectives.

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