This week, the US has sent its aircraft carrier, the Carl Vinson, to the Philippine Sea. Meanwhile, China's three aircraft carriers stayed in their ports, even though China held military exercises near Taiwan. The Japanese destroyer Kaga, which is being turned into an aircraft carrier, returned to J
Endurance athletes push their hearts to the limit, but tracking how much they train is tricky. Sports cardiologists know that training load, which includes factors like how often, how hard, and how long athletes train, plays a big role in how their hearts change over time. But figuring out just how
Think running a marathon, but with more varied exercises. That's CrossFit. Now, you might wonder, "What if I chug some carbs during my workout? Will it make me recover better or perform like a superhero? " Well, a recent study checked this out. They gathered a bunch of CrossFit guys and had them ing
Let's dive into how Italian adults' understanding and use of dietary supplements and nutraceuticals are connected to their exercise habits. A recent study brought together 372 participants, ranging from athletes to non-exercisers, aged between 18 and 65. These folks shared details about their supple
Did you know that simple bouncing on a trampoline can make a big difference? For females with extra weight, maintaining balance and sharp thinking can be tough. But a recent study showed that rebound exercise, like trampolining, can help improve both. This study was done at Evangel University i
Sarcopenia, a loss of muscle mass and function with age, hits many seniors. But can a mix of strength training and traditional Chinese exercises like tai chi keep muscles stronger longer? Let's find out! First, what is sarcopenia? It's a natural part of aging, like wrinkles but for muscles. As we g
Maximum oxygen consumption, or VO2max, is like a superhero's fitness score for your cardiovascular, respiratory, and muscle systems. It's a big deal because it helps predict sickness and even serious health issues. But testing it directly can be tricky, and using international formulas might not giv
Cognitive frailty can lead to some serious problems, like falls, early death, and hospital visits. It's a changeable condition, though, and researchers have found that certain types of exercise can really help. One of these is multicomponent exercise, which combines different activities. This kind o
Ever thought about how exercise shapes your blood fats? As we age, these fats, called triglycerides, can build up and cause problems if we don't stay active. But here's a cool fact: regular exercise can make these fats shorter and more flexible, like stretching a rubber band. This means they might n
Ever wondered how the popular "superman" exercise affects teens with scoliosis? Researchers decided to take a closer look. They investigated whether this exercise leads to muscle imbalances in the back. You see, scoliosis can cause the spine to curve sideways, and the muscles around it might not wor
