Editorial policy
How we research, write, check and correct the guides and calculators on getgains.co.
Who writes our content
Guides and calculators are written and checked by Alex Lawrence, the founder of Get Gains: a qualified nutritionist who has lifted for 20 years. Every page shows who wrote it and when it was last updated.
How we research
- We start from the evidence: peer-reviewed research (via PubMed and journal sites), position stands from bodies such as the International Society of Sports Nutrition, and NHS and other UK public-health guidance.
- Where studies disagree or the evidence is thin, we say so rather than picking the most exciting result.
- Calculators use published formulas, show the formula on the page, and are covered by automated tests so the maths can’t quietly break.
How we use AI
Content is drafted with AI assistance, then fact-checked and edited by a human. AI helps with structure and first drafts. A person checks every claim against its source, rewrites what’s wrong or unclear, and decides what gets published. We never publish AI-invented quotes, personal stories or statistics, and any Get Gains usage data we quote is real and anonymised.
How we cite sources
- Health, nutrition and supplement claims link to their source, listed on the page.
- We prefer original research and official guidance over other websites. Summaries (for example from Examine) are used as a guide, not as the only source.
- If a page ever includes a sponsored or affiliate link, it will be clearly labelled.
How nutrition content is checked
Pages about nutrition, supplements and calorie targets get an extra check before they’re published. First, every claim is checked line by line against the research it cites, with AI helping to find and compare the papers. Then Alex, a qualified nutritionist, reviews the page and signs it off. The byline shows the date of that fact-check, and the page only shows it once the check is done for that version.
We don’t currently use an independent outside reviewer. Where a claim matters, we link the scientific paper or official guidance behind it so you can check it yourself. Lifting and exercise pages are written and checked by Alex.
Reviewed pages are checked again when the evidence or official guidance changes, and at least once a year.
Corrections
If you spot a mistake, email support@getgains.co with the page and what’s wrong. We check every report, fix confirmed errors promptly, and update the page’s date.
Medical disclaimer
Our content is general information, not medical advice. It isn’t a substitute for advice from your GP, a registered dietitian or another qualified professional who knows your situation. Speak to one before changing your diet or training if you’re pregnant, under 18, have a medical condition or take medication.
If food or exercise feels hard to control
If you’re worried about your eating, your weight or how much you exercise, you don’t have to deal with it alone. In the UK, Beat, the eating disorder charity, can help: call 0808 801 0677 or visit beateatingdisorders.org.uk.