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Feb 2024
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2469: Who Actually Knows What They're Ta...

Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik
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Episode 2469:

Mark Fisher of MarkFisherFitness.com delves into the common error of judging fitness expertise based on physique rather than actual knowledge. He explains how appearances can mislead and emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and credible qualifications over superficial markers. Fisher's insights challenge us to reevaluate how we assess fitness advice, advocating for a more informed and nuanced approach to selecting fitness resources.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://markfisherfitness.com/who-actually-knows-what-theyre-talking-about/

Quotes to ponder:

"We judge the source of fitness information by their physique, not by their actual expertise."

"This is human nature. We all have brains wired this way. If someone looks the part, we’re more likely to listen to what they have to say."

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