Taking Responsibility in the Dissemination of Information: A Two-Way Street - Episode 37

We basically have instant access to whatever information we could want at our finger tips. At first, this sounds great and it certainly can be; however, information and action are far between. Further, there can be a point of information overload leading to confusion and paralysis. This frustration is completely justified and honestly, both sides of the party (creators & consumers) are likely to experience it to some degree.Whether it is improper analysis of research, inflammatory + provocative words, or not considering the context of the situation, there is much that can be done from us all to foster an environment conducive to truly helping people. In today's episode, dive further into this topic and provide some actionable points for creators and consumers to help take a step towards progress.Here are some of the main points we touch on:We ALL can be better as creators & consumers: a little bit of effort goes a long wayThe importance of context in communication; much more than meets the eyeThe role of critical thinking: Are we asking too much? Or not enough? Question EVERYTHING: Where is the information coming from? Who is saying it? How are they saying it?The hierarchy of scientific evidence: systematic review to anecdotes and observations; each have a time and a placeIndividualisation is crucial; everyone has their own unique goals, resources, & preferencesFostering a supportive community in health and fitnessWhat is a topic that you find confusing in the fitness realm? Let us know in the comments below!If you want to expedite your training and nutrition goals while maximizing your knowledge and enjoyment of the process, reach out to either one of us to explore coaching options!Discord server link: https://discord.gg/c5HMDj4tX3Jake Remmert, PhD: [social media] https://www.instagram.com/jake.remmert_phd/⁠[coaching] jakeremmert.com Colby Sousa, PhD: [social media]⁠ ⁠ ⁠instagram.com/colby.sousa⁠⁠ [coaching]⁠ Message IG/email or fill out this form: https://forms.gle/iBvnnE7NMUpV2f7E9