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Sports supplement creatine makes no difference to muscle gains, trial finds
People hoping to build muscle with the support of a creatine supplement might be disappointed by new research which shows it has little to no effect when taken at the recommended level.
Mar 21, 2025
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How family background can help lead to athletic success
Americans have long believed that sports are one area in society that offers kids from all backgrounds the chance to succeed to the best of their abilities.
Mar 20, 2025
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Dance your stress away: New research unveils the secrets of movement in stress management
Dancing not only lifts our spirits, but also plays a significant role in effectively managing stress, strengthening resilience, and improving overall well-being, according to a new international study by researchers from ...
Mar 19, 2025
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Cardio and strength training boost health as you age—but don't forget balance exercises to reduce your chance of falls
We all recognize the benefits of regular aerobic or cardiovascular exercise to support our heart and lung health. Being active is also good for our social and mental health. And strength training promotes strong bones and ...
Mar 19, 2025
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A stronger neck can help young athletes reduce their risk of concussion
During Australia's winter sports seasons, hundreds of thousands of children will take to the field in contact sports like rugby league, rugby union, Australian rules and soccer.
Mar 19, 2025
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Adults with congenital heart disease can boost exercise capacity by reducing sedentary time, study suggests
Adult patients with congenital heart disease (CHD) have poor exercise capacity, which is associated with adverse outcomes. In a study published in the International Journal of Cardiology Congenital Heart Disease, researchers ...
Mar 19, 2025
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The smallest premature babies are less physically active as adults: Reduced motor skills may explain link
Poorer gross motor skills, such as the ability to walk quickly, run, or jump, may explain some of the correlation between being born prematurely and the tendency to engage less in physical activity.
Mar 18, 2025
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Only around 1 in 10 common non-surgical and non-invasive treatments for back pain are effective, analysis suggests
Only around one in 10 common non-surgical and non-invasive treatments for lower back pain are effective, suggests a pooled data analysis of the available research, published online in BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine.
Mar 18, 2025
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The Ozempic workout: How gyms and trainers are catering to a new group of exercisers
GLP-1 drugs such as Wegovy, Ozempic, Zepbound and Mounjaro have helped millions of people combat type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease as well as shed weight. The class of drugs—GLP-1 receptor agonists—has been around ...
Mar 17, 2025
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Regular exercise pre-hospitalization is linked to better outcomes in heart failure, study shows
Heart failure is a major health concern, especially for aging populations—it significantly increases mortality rates, and severely impacts quality of life of those affected. Exercise therapy has been shown to be particularly ...
Mar 17, 2025
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How often should I wash my exercise clothes?
When you come home from a run or a sweaty gym session, do you immediately fling your clothes into the washing machine for a hot cycle? Or do you leave them on a chair (or the floordrobe) so you can wear them again tomorrow?
Mar 16, 2025
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Does exercise really extend life? Twin study offers new insights
Physical activity is seen as a way to extend the human lifespan, but Finnish twin studies found the benefits of physical activity for longevity may not be as straightforward as has been previously thought.
Mar 13, 2025
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Exercise key to improving sexual dysfunction for patients with prostate cancer, study says
New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has confirmed that erectile dysfunction in patients living with prostate cancer could be significantly improved through regular exercise.
Mar 13, 2025
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Young, active patients who have total knee replacements unlikely to need revision surgery in their lifetime
A 40-year study by Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) researchers has found that active young adults who underwent total knee replacement were unlikely to require knee replacement revision in their lifetime, according to ...
Mar 13, 2025
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A physical therapist's best advice on foot pain
For nurses, servers, construction workers, and many others, work means a lot of time on their feet. Repeated motions can lead to muscle, nerve, or tendon stress. A split-second equipment slip can outmatch steel-toed boots ...
Mar 13, 2025
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When it comes to ACL injury, a dollar of prevention is worth more than seven dollars of cure
An analysis of high school soccer players suggests that incorporating a lower extremity injury prevention program results in fewer anterior cruciate ligament tears and a big reduction in health care expenses.
Mar 13, 2025
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Persistent postconcussion changes seen in cerebral blood flow
For athletes with concussion, persistent postconcussion changes are seen in cerebral blood flow (CBF) and white matter at return-to-play (RTP) and up to one year later, according to a study published online March 12 in Neurology.
Mar 13, 2025
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Statins and aspirin may impact muscle health in smokers
For current and former smokers, statins may reduce the amount of chest muscle loss, while aspirin may contribute to increased chest muscle loss, according to a new study. The study is published in the January 2025 issue of ...
Mar 13, 2025
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Brain changes may remain visible in brain scans after recovery from concussion, study shows
For college athletes with concussion, brain changes may remain visible in brain scans up to a year after they are cleared to return to play, according to a study published online in Neurology.
Mar 12, 2025
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Preclinical study finds earlier ACL reconstruction is associated with lower risk of knee osteoarthritis
A preclinical study by HSS investigators found that earlier anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction led to lower immune cell activity, less inflammation and fewer joint changes associated with knee osteoarthritis ...
Mar 12, 2025
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Study confirms safety of high-intensity resistance training during pregnancy
Researchers at the University of Alberta have confirmed that high-intensity resistance exercise during pregnancy is safe and well tolerated by both the mother and the fetus—evidence that could lead to updated guidelines ...
Mar 12, 2025
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Pickleballers bounce back after joint replacement
Love pickleball, but facing a knee or hip replacement? Odds are you'll return to the court in no time, a new study suggests.
Mar 12, 2025
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Biomarkers predict in-season injuries for women's basketball players
One of the most catastrophic events for an athlete is a joint injury like an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear.
Mar 12, 2025
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'Shoot it like Steph': Why young athletes shouldn't try to copy the world's best
For decades, sport coaching has been built on the idea that there is "one correct way" to perform a skill.
Mar 12, 2025
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