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Apr 09 2025SCIENCE

The Ultimate Challenge: Keeping Astronauts Fit for Mars

The human body faces a tough test during long space trips. Every part of it can suffer. This is especially true for missions to Mars. These trips are long and tough on the body. Astronauts must stay fit and healthy. They must be ready for any challenge. This is where sport science comes in. It can h

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Apr 09 2025SCIENCE

The 3D Motion Capture Revolution in Sports

The world of sports is changing fast. Technology is making it easier to track how athletes move. This is thanks to 3D motion capture systems. These systems come in different forms. Each has its own way of working. Some use a single camera with depth estimation. Others use a single camera with

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Apr 06 2025HEALTH

Swimming to the Rescue of Heart Health

The heart is a muscle, and like any muscle, it can grow bigger with stress. Unfortunately, this isn't always a good thing. In some cases, the heart can become too big, leading to problems like hypertrophy. This is where swimming might come in handy. Researchers wanted to see if exercise could help f

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Apr 06 2025HEALTH

Can Exercise and Herbs Fix Fatty Liver in Rats?

Fatty liver disease is a serious condition. It happens when too much fat builds up in the liver. This can harm the organ and cause big problems. A recent experiment looked at how exercise and herbal supplements affect fatty liver disease in rats. The study used 40 male Wistar rats. These rats were s

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Apr 04 2025HEALTH

How Hard and How Often? The Impact of Exercise Styles on Enjoyment

The way people feel about exercise can be influenced by how hard and how often they push themselves. A group of 16 active adults, both men and women, took part in a study to see how different exercise styles affect their feelings and enjoyment. The participants tried out three different types of wo

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Apr 04 2025HEALTH

Older Adults and the Tech Revolution in Fitness

Many seniors struggle with getting regular exercise. This is often due to problems like not having easy access to gyms, bad weather, or trouble getting around. These issues can make it hard for them to follow the Canadian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines. These guidelines suggest how much physical activi

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Apr 03 2025POLITICS

Remembering Four Brave Soldiers

A large crowd gathered in Vilnius, Lithuania, to honor four American soldiers who lost their lives during a training mission. This event took place on April 3, 2025, and it was a somber occasion for both Lithuanians and Americans. The soldiers were part of a NATO training exercise in the region, whi

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Apr 03 2025POLITICS

Four Soldiers Lost in a Tragic Training Exercise

A grim week in Lithuania ended with the discovery of four soldiers who had gone missing during a training exercise. The Army has now identified all four individuals. The last soldier to be identified was Staff Sgt. Troy S. Knutson-Collins. He was 28 years old and came from Battle Creek, Michigan. Th

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Apr 03 2025HEALTH

Running Against Cancer: How Mice Showed Us a New Way to Fight

Cancer is a tough opponent. But what if there was a simple way to fight back? Some clever scientists decided to find out. They focused on a type of prostate cancer that doesn't respond to usual treatments. This is called Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer, or CRPC for short. This is a very serious

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Apr 02 2025HEALTH

Healthy Aging: The Role of Exercise in Kidney Health

Exercise is a powerful tool for maintaining health, especially for older adults. It can help prevent many age-related issues, including chronic kidney disease (CKD). However, designing effective exercise programs for this group requires careful consideration. The benefits of exercise are clear. Regu

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