Did you know that plants can make you a better athlete? For three decades, scientists have been exploring how exercise pushes our bodies to the limit. They've discovered that certain plant compounds, like polysaccharides and antioxidants, can turn up the volume on your workouts. Polysaccharides, fo
Breast cancer survivors often grapple with a higher risk of heart disease due to the heart strain caused by cancer treatments and shared unhealthy habits. Enter the Pathways Study, which seeks to unveil how regular exercise can protect these survivors from heart issues. Isn't that intriguing? We're
A study recently explored whether resistance exercises could help lower the risk of falls among individuals with Alzheimer's disease. The focus was on how such workouts might improve muscle strength, reduce the fear of falling, and enhance the ability to perform daily tasks. Additionally, the study
You might know that certain genetic variants, like the ones in MYBPC3, can cause heart problems. But did you know that not all types of exercise affect people with these variants the same way? Scientists decided to look into this and found something interesting. They grouped exercises into two types
Eleven university students took on 13 hip-focused exercises, the kind you'd do if you had knee issues. Researchers tracked muscle activity using a special tool called surface electromyography (sEMG). They looked at key muscles like tensor fasciae latae (TFL), gluteus medius (GMed), gluteus maximus (
Would you believe that understanding the temperature changes in your knees could help doctors spot problems early? The knee, especially in athletes and older folks, is prone to injuries and diseases. Doctors often monitor surface temperature to keep an eye on conditions like osteoarthritis and tendo
Let's talk about a study that looked into how exercise affects blood DNA in older women, especially those who are overweight or obese. For 14 weeks, 41 women participated in a combined exercise program. Scientists checked their blood DNA and health markers at the start, halfway through, and at the e
For quite some time, athletes have been curious about the ketogenic diet, a low-carb, high-fat plan. They believe it can jack up their performance and cut their recovery time after workouts. But what's the real deal, especially for those pushing their limits in ultra-endurance sports? Scientists are
Men often don't think much about bone health, but they should. Osteoporosis, a sneaky disease, can make bones weak and prone to breaking. It's not just a women's issue—men get it too. The good news is that men can take charge of their bone health with a few smart lifestyle choices. First, let's tal
Imagine getting into a minor car accident and walking away with a bruised chest. You might think rest is the best medicine, but what if exercise could help? That's what researchers wanted to find out. They did a big study across many hospitals to see if starting certain exercises right after a chest
