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Athletes warned against potential dangers of natural supplements
Nutritional supplements taken to boost athletic performance can pose risks to the heart, according to a European Society of Cardiology (ESC) statement published today in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, a journal ...
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Neuroscience
Concussion management is changing as more research suggests exercise is best approach
Public interest in concussion has exploded over the space of a generation, together with a new understanding of how best to help patients recover. Concussion patients were once prescribed rest in a dark room, but in recent ...
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Mayo Clinic Minute: Exercising in the new year
Keeping to a New Year's resolution is so difficult for some that there's even a day on the calendar for those unsuccessful to abandon their plans: Jan. 17, which is known as "Ditch New Year's Resolution Day." But before all ...
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EEG analysis may detect up to 99.5 percent of concussions
A linebacker gets blindsided by a block, helmets colliding before the defender goes to ground. He rises before arousing suspicion, ignoring and playing through a cognitive haze.
Jan 26, 2022
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Physical activity monitors do help boost activity levels in adults
Physical activity monitors, such as fitness apps and wearable activity trackers, that provide direct feedback to users do help to boost activity levels in adults, finds a summary of the evidence, published by The BMJ today.
Jan 26, 2022
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Research uncovers previously unknown aspects of running shoe design
A University at Buffalo researcher has some good news for athletes and fitness enthusiasts who favor thick, heavily cushioned running shoes. Although these shoes are increasingly popular because they provide comfort and a ...
Jan 26, 2022
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Tips for getting healthy and staying healthy during the cold Winter months
Many people think January is a great time to get a fresh start on a new fitness routine, while others use the cold weather as an excuse to huddle under the covers on the couch. No matter how you approach the new year, the ...
Jan 26, 2022
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Farther or faster? Both improve distance running performance
A study performed at the University of Jyväskylä compared two-week blocks of low-intensity training and high-intensity interval training in terms of performance and recovery. Both methods can improve endurance performance ...
Jan 26, 2022
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Extra 10 minutes of daily activity could save 110,000 U.S. lives annually
Americans, get up out of that chair and get moving.
Jan 25, 2022
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Young adults with old knees: Preventing arthritis after ACL knee injuries
Australians have the highest rates of ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) knee injuries worldwide, and young Australians are most at risk, with a 74 percent increase in knee surgery in people under 25 since 2000. Half the people ...
Jan 24, 2022
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Light, flexible school shoes the best option for kids
They may not be the hardiest, but children's school shoes that allow more natural movement are the best choice, positively impacting children's foot strength, muscle structure and balance as they grow according to new research ...
Jan 24, 2022
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Study explores methods to help reduce injury following successful post-concussion return-to-play
Children's Hospital Colorado (Children's Colorado) released a study today that examines the efficacy of a neuromuscular training (NMT) intervention that may lead to new treatment approaches and better outcomes for athletes ...
Jan 21, 2022
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Hit your head? Look for these warning signs of concussion
(HealthDay)—If you or someone you know has suffered a concussion, a medical evaluation is crucial, an expert says.
Jan 21, 2022
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Aerobic fitness of elite soccer players linked to player positions
Researchers have linked the fitness of elite soccer players to the positions they play.
Jan 20, 2022
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Getting back to sports after recovering from COVID-19
(HealthDay)—Folks who've had a tough case of COVID-19 shouldn't hit the gym for basketball or an aerobics class without getting checked out by their doctor first, according to the American College for Sports Medicine.
Jan 20, 2022
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Enthesis strength, toughness, and stiffness: Comparing tendon insertions with varying bony attachment geometries
While tendons of the body differ dramatically in their function, mechanics, and the range of motion, they all connect to bone via an enthesis—a specialized interface that integrates tendon into bone. Effective force transfer ...
Scientists unveil the enigma of the vulnerability of Achilles tendon
In the human body, there is a soft spot—the Achilles tendon. As its name suggests, the Achilles tendon is one of the most powerful and fragile tendons in the body. The Achilles tendon can endure a load close to 8 times ...
Jan 17, 2022
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When is the right time for children to learn to swim?
Each year in Australia, an average of 23 children under five die from unintentional drowning, usually due to factors such as a lack of adult supervision, unrestricted access to water and not having the skills to stay safe ...
Jan 17, 2022
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Could concussion be monitored through urine samples?
Concussion can be frustratingly hard to diagnose and track. The injury doesn't show up on routine brain scans, and there is no definitive diagnostic test. It's usually diagnosed based on symptoms, and, in athletes, comparison ...
Jan 14, 2022
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Scientists dive deep into the different effects of morning and evening exercise
It is well established that exercise improves health, and recent research has shown that exercise benefits the body in different ways, depending on the time of day. However, scientists still do not know why the timing of ...
Jan 13, 2022
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