Breast cancer can really take a toll on the body. It often leads to lower cardiorespiratory fitness, changes in body composition, and increased fatigue. All of these can make life feel harder and less enjoyable. But here's some good news: a recent study looked at how exercise can help. The study focused on a special exercise program for breast cancer survivors. This...
Ever wondered why you feel so drained after a long day of thinking hard? It turns out, mental exhaustion can really take a toll on your body, especially when it's chilly. Researchers wanted to find out how mental fatigue, combined with cooling down the whole body, affects how well you can perform in endurance exercises. They figured out that when your mind is tired ...
Caffeine is a popular stimulant found in coffee, tea, and energy drinks. Many people rely on it to stay alert and focused. But how does caffeine affect the body, especially when combined with exercise? A recent study looked into this question, focusing on adults who are overweight. The study wanted to see if a person's genes or their usual caffeine intake changes ho...
Ever wonder why your body gets better at delivering oxygen during a workout? It turns out there's a specific moment when things shift. This moment is linked to how your blood carries and releases oxygen. Scientists looked at old data from 1994. They used new tools to study how oxygen, carbon dioxide, and acids bind to hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is the part of your blood...
People have long known that exercise keeps the body healthy. But recent studies are digging deeper. They are looking at how exercise affects aging at a cellular level, specifically through changes in DNA. Epigenetic aging is a hot topic in science. It refers to changes in how genes are turned on and off, not the DNA sequence itself. These changes can be influenced b...
College students often juggle a lot. Between classes, homework, and social life, it's easy to forget about taking care of oneself. But did you know that staying active can make a big difference in how you feel? It's not just about looking good or keeping fit. It's about feeling good from the inside out. When people enjoy exercising, they tend to feel more connected ...
People often wonder how exercise helps the body. It turns out tiny molecules called microRNAs (miRNAs) play a big role. These miRNAs help control a special type of cell death called ferroptosis. This cell death happens when too much iron builds up and causes damage. miRNAs can target important proteins like SLC7A11, GPX4, and ACSL4. These proteins help protect cells ...
Ever wondered how different types of workouts impact your ability to jump? Researchers have been looking into this, focusing on how your body responds after exercise that's tough on your energy but not on your muscles. They found that after such workouts, your jumping power might not be as affected as you'd think. First, let's talk about what they studied. They look...
Gynecological cancers are tough, but there's something simple that can make a big difference: exercise. It's not just about looking good or staying in shape. Exercise can actually help lower the risk of these cancers and support those going through treatment. Different cancers come with different challenges. For example, gynecological cancers can cause issues like m...
Obesity is a big problem worldwide, causing health issues like high blood sugar and anxiety. Scientists wanted to see if giving mice a special probiotic called Pediococcus pentosaceus E24-168, along with exercise, could help with these problems. They used mice that were fed a high-fat diet to make them obese. The mice were split into five groups: one that did nothin...