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Timing and consistency of activity linked to better fitness in older adults
Some people spring into action at dawn, while others prefer a slower start to their day. Whether you rise with a grin or a groan, scientists say your internal clock—known as the circadian rhythm—might influence that behavior ...
May 23, 2025
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Neuroscience
Muscle quality may hold clues to early cognitive decline
Over the past decade, much research has focused on the connection between skeletal muscle health and cognitive disorders. Scientists have found that sarcopenia, a geriatric syndrome characterized by progressive loss of skeletal ...
May 23, 2025
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Head knocks and ultra-violence: Viral games Run It Straight and Power Slap put sports safety back centuries, say experts
Created in Australia, "Run It Straight" is a new, ultra-violent combat sport.
May 23, 2025
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Early testing could make risky falls a thing of the past for elderly people
As we get older, our bodies stop performing as they once did. We aren't as strong as we once were, we don't see as well as we used to and we start becoming less mobile. These changes inevitably lead to almost one‑third ...
May 22, 2025
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Got knee pain? Stimulating the vagus nerve through the ear may help
Tying shoelaces, getting into a car, picking things up off the floor and walking down stairs all involve flexing that most difficult of joints: the knee. But pain in the knee can significantly hinder those and many other ...
May 22, 2025
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More evidence links physical activity with improved cancer survival
A new large analysis led by American Cancer Society (ACS) researchers shows engaging in leisure-time moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) after a cancer diagnosis improves survival for people with several cancer ...
May 22, 2025
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Why gait quality matters as you age
Walking is one of the most important things we do for our quality of life. In fact, research shows it contributes more than any other physical activity to how well we live day to day. Yet one in three people over the age ...
May 22, 2025
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Marathon runners rely on family and experts to succeed, while races rely on passionate volunteers
This past April, the Boston Marathon attracted more than 32,000 runners and approximately half a million spectators. With such a huge crowd on hand, it's easy to think that the athletes' major source of support comes from ...
May 22, 2025
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Compression tights and tops: Do they actually benefit you during (or after) exercise?
You've seen them in every gym: tight black leggings, neon sleeves and even knee-length socks.
May 22, 2025
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Study finds rugby players' brains are affected by concussion after being cleared to play
Grassroots rugby concussion guidelines need to be improved as players' brains remain altered despite them being symptom-free and cleared to play, researchers have found.
May 22, 2025
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Research shows male bodybuilders face high risk of sudden cardiac death, especially those who compete
Sudden cardiac death is responsible for an unusually high proportion of deaths in male bodybuilders worldwide, with the highest risk among professional bodybuilders, according to research published in the European Heart Journal.
May 21, 2025
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Emotional well-being. Fall prevention. Chair yoga has a lot to offer people of all ages
Marian Rivman is pushing 80. Harriet Luria is a proud 83. In this trio, Carol Leister is the baby at 62. Together, they have decades of experience with yoga. Only now, it involves a chair.
May 21, 2025
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All exercise is important for the health of older adults, says study
Physical activity helps protect older adults against disease. A new study reveals that the health benefits also apply to those who exercise less than the recommended amount. The research is published in The Journal of nutrition, ...
May 20, 2025
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What the strength of your grip can tell you about your overall health
Predicting your risk of a range of health outcomes—from type 2 diabetes to depression and even your longevity—is as simple as testing how tight your grip is.
May 20, 2025
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Can you treat headaches with physiotherapy? Here's what the research says
You might've noticed some physiotherapists advertise they offer treatments for headaches and wondered: would that work?
May 20, 2025
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Orthopedic surgeon offers tips to prevent injuries while biking
Bicycling is a great way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors. Whether you're a recreational rider or a daily commuter, it's important to protect your hands and wrists. Dr. Sanj Kakar, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon specializing ...
May 20, 2025
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Wearable technologies power study on differences between treadmill, outdoor running on injury risk
When researchers study runners, up until very recently, they have had to conduct these studies in the lab using a treadmill.
May 19, 2025
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Speedy diagnosis and treatment are key for wrist injury patients, study suggests
Around 70,000 patients per year in the UK attend hospital with serious wrist pain after an injury, which although painful on examination, looks normal on X-rays. In these cases, the National Institute for Health and Care ...
May 19, 2025
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AI-driven motion capture is transforming sports and exercise science
In sport, the margin between success and failure is often measured in milliseconds. It could be a cricketer adjusting their foot positioning, a runner refining their sprint start or a footballer perfecting their passing.
May 19, 2025
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Dopamine and noradrenaline linked to hippocampal activation during light exercise
Researchers at the University of Tsukuba investigated whether monoamine neurotransmitters, such as dopamine, are involved in hippocampal activation even during light exercise. Dopamine secreted from the ventral tegmental ...
May 17, 2025
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Women's physical activity levels are less variable than men's, study says
Women's physical activity levels are less variable than men's, according to a new study published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research. What's more, women's hormonal cycles did not have a noticeable impact on physical ...
May 16, 2025
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Branched-chain amino acids supplements may harm male bodybuilders' fertility
A new study published in Zygote reveals that common over-the-counter supplements popular with male bodybuilders and athletes may impact their fertility. This study comes amid a global decline in male fertility.
May 16, 2025
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Vitamin B1 derivative enhances wakefulness, study finds
Researchers at the University of Tsukuba have found that thiamine (vitamin B1) tetrahydrofurfuryl disulfide (TTFD), a common thiamine derivative, can induce arousal. TTFD is chemically modified to improve tissue penetration ...
May 16, 2025
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Thesis investigates physical activity and physical capacity in older adults
Manne Godhe, Ph.D. student at the Sports Medicine research group, the Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, will defend his thesis "Physical activity and fitness measures in healthy older adults and hip osteoarthritis ...
May 16, 2025
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Why walking may be the key to a long and healthy life
Throughout history, few things have inspired as much quackery as the pills, potions and promises to slow aging, boost vitality, or extend life. Yet, amid the hype and hollow claims, a few golden truths remain. As far back ...
May 15, 2025
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