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The Mirror Effect: How Training in Front of Reflective Surfaces Changes Your Form, Your Focus, and Your Self-Perception
Training & Routines

The Mirror Effect: How Training in Front of Reflective Surfaces Changes Your Form, Your Focus, and Your Self-Perception

Is the gym mirror a training tool or a distraction in disguise? Dr. Stuart McGill, Dr. Jessi Haggerty, and Mark Rippetoe examine how reflective surfaces shape…

FitBlow Editorial· Sep 8, 2026· 4 Min Read
Stretching Before Bed, Cold Showers at Dawn: Which Recovery Rituals Have Evidence and Which Are Just Vibes
Research Reviews

Stretching Before Bed, Cold Showers at Dawn: Which Recovery Rituals Have Evidence and Which Are Just Vibes

Bedtime stretching and cold plunges are wellness culture staples—but does the science back them up? Megan Roche, Dr. Susanna Sobel, and Josh McHugh weigh the physiological…

FitBlow Editorial· Sep 8, 2026· 4 Min Read
The Timing Illusion: Why When You Eat Matters Far Less Than the Fitness Industry Wants You to Believe
Nutrition & Supplements

The Timing Illusion: Why When You Eat Matters Far Less Than the Fitness Industry Wants You to Believe

Does when you eat really matter as much as the fitness industry insists? Roberta Anding, Alan Aragon, and Misti Hunt break down why total nutrient intake…

FitBlow Editorial· Sep 8, 2026· 4 Min Read
The Sitting-to-Standing Test: A 90-Second Assessment That Tells You More About Your Future Health Than Most Annual Checkups
Longevity Protocols

The Sitting-to-Standing Test: A 90-Second Assessment That Tells You More About Your Future Health Than Most Annual Checkups

A 90-second test might reveal more about your future health than your annual bloodwork. Dr. David P. Walsh, Dr. Kelly Starrett, and Dr. Michael Greger explain…

FitBlow Editorial· Sep 7, 2026· 4 Min Read
The Forgotten Variable: Why Training Frequency Matters More Than Volume for Most People Most of the Time
Training & Routines

The Forgotten Variable: Why Training Frequency Matters More Than Volume for Most People Most of the Time

Chasing more sets and reps might be the wrong lever entirely. Brad Schoenfeld, Mike Israetel, and Greg Nuckols make the case that how often you train…

FitBlow Editorial· Sep 7, 2026· 4 Min Read
The Plateau Is Not the Problem: Why Stalling Is a Signal, Not a Sentence
Consistency & Motivation

The Plateau Is Not the Problem: Why Stalling Is a Signal, Not a Sentence

A stalled scale or a stuck lift isn't failure—it might be your body sending you data. Alan Aragon, Brittany McMillan, and Mike Israetel explain why plateaus…

FitBlow Editorial· Sep 7, 2026· 4 Min Read
The Science of Soreness: What DOMS Actually Is, What Causes It, and Why It's a Terrible Proxy for a Good Workout
Research Reviews

The Science of Soreness: What DOMS Actually Is, What Causes It, and Why It's a Terrible Proxy for a Good Workout

Is muscle soreness proof that your workout "worked," or a myth we've overtrained ourselves into believing? Dr. Brad Schoenfeld, Dr. Stuart Phillips, and Dr. Jessica P.…

FitBlow Editorial· Sep 4, 2026· 3 Min Read
The Locker Room Effect: How Public Accountability Changes Training Behavior Even When Nobody Is Watching
Training Environment

The Locker Room Effect: How Public Accountability Changes Training Behavior Even When Nobody Is Watching

Why do we train harder and eat better just knowing someone might find out? Dr. John Berardi, Dr. Michael Gervais, and Shannon M. Mullen explore the…

FitBlow Editorial· Sep 4, 2026· 3 Min Read