Ever noticed how handball players often get injured towards the end of a match? Well, fatigue might be the culprit. When you're tired, your body's awareness of its position and movement, known as proprioception, can drop. This makes it harder to control your limbs properly, heightening the risk of i
Ever thought about how working out could help your brain? Recent studies show that people who regularly lift weights have a bigger drop in blood pressure when they stand up after exercising, but their brains stay well-supplied with blood. It's amazing how our bodies adapt to regular exercise. This c
Scientists are curious about how room temperature affects exercise benefits in mice. They put male mice in two different conditions: room temperature (21°C) and a warmer, comfy temperature (29°C). These mice either exercised for six weeks or did a quick workout. Guess what? Mice in the warmer enviro
You might think that exercising is the last thing on the mind of older people living with HIV. But did you know that less than half of these folks meet the recommended exercise levels? A recent study aimed to understand what drives older, sedentary people with HIV to join exercise trials. Researcher
Did you know that integrating Traditional Chinese exercises into your routine might help manage Type 2 diabetes? A recent review of studies found that these exercises, which include Tai Chi and Qigong, can help improve blood sugar control in patients. These exercises are not just about physical move
Have you ever wondered what’s the best way to help kids shed some pounds and stay healthy? Scientists have been digging deep to find out. They've checked out diets, games, and more. Guess what? Programs that get moms and dads involved and mix games with online tools seem to be tops. But when it come
Depression is becoming more common in young people between 13 and 17. It's crucial to find ways to help them that are as effective as, if not better than, traditional therapies or drugs. One approach that might work is getting them to exercise more. However, there's a lack of strong evidence showing
Ever wondered how to maintain your power during long workouts? A study found that consuming carbohydrates during prolonged exercise can help you keep up your performance, especially when switching from moderate to heavy intensity. Researchers wanted to see if carb loading during workouts would affec
Ever wondered how your body keeps you cool while you exercise? Scientists have been looking into how certain receptors, called α- and β-adrenergic receptors, help regulate sweating, especially when you're working out in the heat. They found that blocking these receptors can affect how much you sweat
Ever wondered how city folks' views on exercise and their actual workout habits affect their spending on sports? This study dives into just that, focusing on how much people work out as the middleman between how they feel about exercise and how much they splurge on sports. First, let's talk about a
