Most sports parents say there's more good than harm in youth sports
Sports parents overwhelmingly say the benefits of organized competition outweigh the drawbacks for them and their children, a new survey has found.
Sep 21, 2026
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Older athletes show aging need not bring major losses in fitness or independence
The poet Dylan Thomas famously wrote, "old age should burn and rave at close of day"—and a high-profile cohort of professional athletes seems to be taking him literally.
Sep 6, 2026
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Break a sweat, hear more? Early results point to a surprising link between fitness and speech perception
It's easy to take hearing for granted.
Sep 4, 2026
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Higher cardiorespiratory fitness associated with a slower age-related decline in kidney function
As Japan's population continues to age, age-related declines in kidney function and chronic kidney disease (CKD) are becoming increasingly prevalent, underscoring the need for effective preventive strategies. Despite growing ...
Aug 20, 2026
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Six things to know about infrared workouts—by a fitness expert
From yoga studios to boutique gyms, workouts performed beneath infrared heating panels have become a visible fitness trend. Studios often claim that infrared heat improves circulation, flexibility and recovery, reduces inflammation ...
Jul 30, 2026
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Exertion tests offer insight into recovery from youth concussions
Clinical exams that incorporate gait analysis after physical exertion may provide insight into how youths are recovering after concussions and help determine whether they are ready to return to sports, UT Southwestern Medical ...
Jul 1, 2026
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Running on a treadmill is easier than running outside. Does that matter?
You hop on the treadmill, set your pace and easily knock out a couple of kilometers (about 1.2 miles). Then, a few days later, you head outside to run the same distance. You try to keep the same speed you did at the gym, ...
Jul 1, 2026
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Think exercise can undo the effects of sitting all day? You may want to stand for this, study suggests
A new Dalhousie study suggests improved fitness may not be enough to protect blood vessels from the effects of prolonged sitting. The study, published in the European Journal of Applied Physiology, examined whether 12 weeks ...
Jun 10, 2026
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Four minutes of daily resistance training can quadruple fitness in older adults
Just 4 minutes of daily strengthening exercise dramatically increases key factors in quality of life for older adults, according to a new study led by researchers at Penn State College of Medicine. Results published in PLOS ...
Jun 9, 2026
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There are different types of fitness—exercise expert explains
You probably have at least one "super fit" friend. Maybe they're a marathon runner, a footy player or a keen hiker. To keep themselves healthy, they may stick to a strict exercise regimen and only eat certain foods. But in ...
May 30, 2026
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