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Self-driving cars might not be safe for everyone, study says
You might want to steer clear of self-driving vehicles if you have a history of head injuries, a new study warns. Hockey players who'd suffered repeated concussions were slower to respond when a self-driving car faced a complex ...
Aug 21, 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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New study raises concerns over use of weight-loss drugs in elite sport
Researchers surveyed 114 sports medicine physicians from 38 countries, covering 93 different sports, to explore their views on athletes' use of GLP-1 drugs. Twelve percent said they were aware of athletes using the medications ...
Aug 20, 2026
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For students, consistent exercise may matter more for mental health than intense workouts
Infrequent exercise is associated with a higher prevalence of common mental disorders such as depression and anxiety among higher education students in Norway, according to a study published in PLOS ONE by Michael Grasdalsmoen ...
Aug 19, 2026
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A molecule released during exercise may help protect muscles weakened by type 2 diabetes
Scientists have discovered that a key molecule released during exercise strengthens muscles, improves exercise performance and could be a potential therapeutic treatment for muscle damage caused by type 2 diabetes.
Aug 18, 2026
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Sports leagues' concussion guidelines must be broadened as brain health concerns rise
Recently, the Australian Football League (AFL) was rocked when it was revealed a Geelong player with a history of concussion had been asked to waive his legal rights to claim for any future brain trauma.
Aug 17, 2026
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Pregnant climbers may not have to stay grounded, study suggests
Climbers who love their sport may not have to hang up their ropes and harnesses just because they become pregnant, a University of Alberta study suggests. Although physical activity guidelines advise expectant women to stay ...
Aug 17, 2026
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Parents who run with a stroller have lower risk of overuse injury
Anyone who has run while pushing a stroller knows stroller running can feel cumbersome and hard on the body. But does it increase the risk of injury? According to a new study from researchers at Penn State Berks, the answer ...
Aug 12, 2026
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ACL injuries may get an early-warning system through AI and wearable sensors
As a sophomore wide receiver who had just joined the USF football team, Jaden Alexis didn't expect a routine play to turn into a career-defining moment. During preseason football camp, Alexis had just sprinted up the sideline ...
Aug 11, 2026
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Prioritize routine screening and regular monitoring of elite athletes' mental health, says sports body
Sports bodies should prioritize routine screening and regular monitoring of elite athletes' mental health to tackle the high prevalence of mental health issues among this group, concludes an International Olympic Committee ...
Aug 11, 2026
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The neuroscience behind a 'runner's high'
While most runners are chasing a new goal or a personal best, some are chasing something slightly more elusive: a runner's high.
Aug 6, 2026
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Jump tests can help predict athlete injury risk
Injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) are among the most severe injuries a competitive athlete can face. The ACL is crucial for maintaining both stability and function in the knee joint. Each year, between 100,000 ...
Aug 4, 2026
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In tests of athletic performance, plant-based diets hold their own
Could athletes trade meat for plants and maintain their performance? In a multi-university study, researchers found that recreational runners and resistance trainers did just that.
Aug 4, 2026
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If at first you don't succeed, lift, lift again
Research that began by analyzing more than 400,000 gym-goers worldwide has illustrated the importance of persevering through early struggles.
Aug 4, 2026
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Walking and weight training alone are not enough for strong bones—football and handball may be more effective
When it comes to maintaining healthy bones, how intensely we exercise may matter more than how much we exercise, according to researchers at Semmelweis University. Their study, published in Sports Medicine – Open, found that ...
Aug 4, 2026
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Support for concussion recovery could lie in the pantry
Nutrition strategies for concussion management are being implemented by dietitians to support Australia's elite collision sport athletes, new Griffith University research has found. Lead author Dr. Nathan Delang interviewed ...
Aug 4, 2026
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Can you get stronger without pushing yourself to the limit?
It is easy to assume that harder training always produces better results. In resistance training, which includes lifting weights or using resistance machines, taking every set to the point where you cannot complete another ...
Aug 3, 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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Cumulative fatigue emerges as top predictor of women's soccer injuries
An international team of researchers led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) and the University of Bonn—with participation from the Barça Innovation Hub (BIHUB), FC Barcelona's medical department and the ...
Jul 28, 2026
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Resistance training activates the muscle repair machinery, study finds
Researchers from the Universities of Hildesheim, Bonn and Freiburg have uncovered how human skeletal muscle responds to resistance exercise at the molecular level. Their findings provide new insights that could help optimize ...
Jul 28, 2026
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What repeated blows to the head in sport may mean for dementia risk
There is now widespread evidence that years of heading, tackling and collisions in football and rugby could increase the risk of dementia and other neurological diseases.
Jul 27, 2026
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Scientists find compound that may help muscles stay strong as we age
Skeletal muscle is one of the first tissues to decline with age. This decline can lead to weakness, scarring, fat accumulation inside muscle and the loss of fast-twitch muscle fibers that are important for quick, powerful ...
Jul 24, 2026
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The low‑tech fix that will reduce brain injuries in sport
For parents around the world, weekend mornings often look the same: standing on the sidelines of a soccer field, basketball court or American football field. In Australia's southern states, it's often an Australian rules ...
Jul 24, 2026
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Could increasing omega-3 intake boost recovery and long-term health in elite athletes?
As the Commonwealth Games approach, athletes chasing every extra edge on the track, court or in the pool might not find it in training, but on their dinner plates. In a study published in Sports Medicine—Open, University ...
Jul 23, 2026
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Do infrared saunas improve workout recovery? The evidence is still lukewarm
Infrared saunas are increasingly marketed as a post-exercise recovery tool that can reduce pain and fatigue, but the scientific evidence supporting these claims remains limited and conflicting.
Jul 22, 2026
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