Q&A: Touted as non-contact, flag football is still a game of hard knocks
Pigskin passers are invading athletic fields once dominated by soccer and lacrosse teams. But these blitzers aren't suited up like gladiators.
Jan 9, 2026
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Does running wear out the bodies of professionals and amateurs alike?
Running counts among today's most popular sports. Sometimes the race is on even before the competition itself has started, as tickets for events sell out within hours. In France, this has got people talking about a "race ...
Jan 8, 2026
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Wearing a weighted vest can promote bone health and weight loss, but it's not a cure-all
Health and fitness trends come and go, and many fads don't deliver on their promises—remember vibrating belts or sauna suits? Today, weighted vests, made from sturdy fabrics like nylon and filled with iron sand or small ...
Jan 7, 2026
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How hot is too hot? Here's what to consider when exercising in the heat
If you like to exercise outdoors, summer gives you more chance to catch the daylight. It's often easier to get out of bed and still light when you finish work.
Jan 7, 2026
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Amid a rise in knee injuries, tips for prevention and recovery
Does it seem like the number of people you know who have sustained knee injuries has increased recently? That's likely because of a rising incidence rate in acute knee injuries, as documented and analyzed in a 2022 study.
Jan 7, 2026
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Mobility exercises are an important part of fitness as we age. Here are some tips
As they age, it's not uncommon for many people to let out a muted groan when getting out of bed in the morning.
Jan 7, 2026
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Identifying injury mechanisms influencing the severity of knee injuries in rugby
Knee injuries in rugby players occur with high incidence and severity, posing a significant burden on athletes. Although many studies on rugby injuries have been published, few combine video analysis with epidemiological ...
Jan 7, 2026
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Why functional bra support is essential in the British armed forces
A new study from the University of Portsmouth's Research Group in Breast Health (RGBH), in collaboration with and funded by the Army Recruit Health and Performance Research Team, is the first to systematically evaluate and ...
Jan 5, 2026
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Three common injuries skiers should watch out for this season
Ski season is well underway, and those in search of Alpine air and exhilaration will be taking to the slopes. But while skiing is a pastime many enjoy, it's also fraught with injury.
Jan 5, 2026
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Short, intensive workouts can help fight bowel cancer
As many of us embark on an exercise or gym routine for the new year, research reveals that just 10 minutes of intense exercise could help fight cancer.
Jan 2, 2026
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Do marathons damage your heart? Decade-long study shows no long-term cardiac harm
A marathon pushes the human body close to its limits. Legs tire, lungs burn and the heart works hard for hours on end. For years, that strain has raised an uncomfortable question: does running 26 miles actually damage the ...
Dec 29, 2025
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Why returning to sport after childbirth is tougher than it looks for triathlete mothers
Today's sporting landscape increasingly accepts that athleticism doesn't end when motherhood begins. High-profile athletes such as middle-distance runner Faith Kipyegon and rugby player Abbie Ward have helped redefine what's ...
Dec 23, 2025
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Staying fit over Christmas using science-backed methods
The festive season has a reputation for undoing good habits such as eating well and exercising. Normal routines disappear, days become less structured and exercise habits can fade. The solution to staying active is not more ...
Dec 23, 2025
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No gym or regular routine? Here's how to stay fit over the holiday break
The festive season can throw our exercise routines out the window. You might be staying somewhere different, with no access to a gym. Maybe your yoga studio is closed or social sport is on a break. Or you might just be too ...
Dec 22, 2025
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Long-term physical activity protects against metabolic syndrome—but increasing activity later is beneficial too
A new Finnish study shows that adults who remain physically active throughout adulthood have a markedly lower prevalence of metabolic syndrome at age 61 than those whose leisure-time physical activity remains low. However, ...
Dec 19, 2025
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Tragedy generates advice on underwater breath-holding risks
For many, swimming is a source of joy and freedom, but holding your breath in shallow water can be fatal.
Dec 18, 2025
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Recreational marathoners show no long-term heart damage after 10 years
A collaboration of researchers in Switzerland, Germany, and the US tracked cardiac function in recreational marathon runners over a 10-year span. Repeated endurance training and racing aligned with stable right ventricular ...
Menopause symptoms may be frequent and have negative effects, according to female endurance athletes
A new study finds menopause symptoms to be very frequently reported by female endurance athletes, with many perceiving a negative effect on their training and performance. The findings are published in PLOS One by Heather ...
Dec 17, 2025
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Parasports provide a range of benefits for people with cerebral palsy
A review in Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology summarizes the multiple benefits of sport participation for people with cerebral palsy. The authors present a summary of available sports, as well as adaptations, to help ...
Dec 17, 2025
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Long-term study reveals physical ability peaks at age 35
A 47-year-long Swedish study at Karolinska Institutet reveals how fitness, strength, and muscle endurance change during adulthood. The results show that physical ability starts to deteriorate as early as age 35, but it is ...
Dec 16, 2025
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Study finds sports injuries sustained during a woman's period might be more severe
The menstrual cycle is a key physiological process in women: it impacts performance, neuromuscular control, metabolism, and immune response. For professional female athletes, fluctuations in hormones that happen throughout ...
Dec 16, 2025
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Conservative management of Achilles tendinopathy
In Elisa Arch's Orthotics and Prosthetics for Enhanced Mobility Lab, students are exploring novel approaches to help those with Achilles tendinopathy (AT) return to daily activity more quickly.
Dec 16, 2025
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New study sheds light on e-bike injuries—a long-overdue examination of a surging public-health issue
With electric bicycles (e-bikes) becoming a fixture of mobility, recreation, and commuting, a new study published in Wilderness & Environmental Medicine (WEM) offers a much-needed exploration of the injury risks associated ...
Dec 12, 2025
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