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Running
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

The Psychological Side of Sports Injury Recovery

Sports injuries significantly impact mental health, requiring attention to emotional recovery alongside physical healing.
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

NWSL, players association team up on Project ACL initiative

"The NWSLPA is proud to join Project ACL, which brings together players, leagues and researchers to better understand ACL injuries. That understanding requires looking beyond the individual and examining the conditions players train and compete in each day. Project ACL is an opportunity to build the kind of player-centric evidence that can lead to meaningful changes across women's professional soccer."
Women
Yoga
fromYoga Journal
10 hours ago

5 Yoga Poses to Help You Lift Heavy

Practicing yoga for strength enhances body awareness, promoting safe lifting techniques and reducing strain during heavy lifting activities.
Miami Marlins
fromMLB Trade Rumors
1 day ago

Jackson Holliday Undergoing MRI For Continued Hand Discomfort

Jackson Holliday's recovery from hand surgery is slow, impacting his return to the Orioles, while Jeremiah Jackson performs well in his absence.
#victor-wembanyama
fromESPN.com
1 day ago
National Basketball Association

Spurs' Wembanyama (concussion protocol) exits vs. Blazers

fromESPN.com
1 day ago
National Basketball Association

Spurs' Wembanyama (concussion protocol) exits vs. Blazers

Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
13 hours ago

Branthwaite to miss rest of season with hamstring injury

Jarrad Branthwaite is unlikely to play again this season due to a hamstring injury sustained during the Merseyside derby.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
1 day ago

Mookie Betts takes major step in rehab from right oblique injury

Mookie Betts has resumed swinging as part of his recovery from a right oblique strain, marking a significant step towards returning to play.
#b-cells
Science
fromNature
3 days ago

Daily briefing: Immune cells have a surprising role in exercise endurance

B cells support muscle function during exercise by influencing glutamate levels, impacting strength and endurance in mice.
Science
fromNature
3 days ago

Daily briefing: Immune cells have a surprising role in exercise endurance

B cells support muscle function during exercise by influencing glutamate levels, impacting strength and endurance in mice.
Exercise
fromWIRED
1 day ago

The Best Electrolyte Powders for Intense Workouts (or Violent Hangovers)

Electrolyte supplements vary by individual needs and situations, with options like Liquid I.V. being effective for hydration.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 day ago

Ex-UFC champ cleared for training following eye surgery

Rose Namajunas is cleared to train after surgery and proposes purse deductions for eye pokes in MMA fights.
Los Angeles Rams
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Puka Nacua taking part in Rams' offseason program after rehab stint

Puka Nacua is participating in Rams' offseason workouts after rehab, crucial for their Super Bowl aspirations and eligible for a lucrative contract extension.
fromhttps://amplify.upworthy.com
2 days ago

Her boyfriend convinced doctors to call her in for an X-ray after her broken wrist exam - then a tiny detail on one finger stopped her cold

Wright explained his plan to the clinic staff, and after some discussion, they agreed to help him carry it out during her appointment.
Medicine
#serge-gnabry
fromBavarian Football Works
2 days ago
Bayern Munich

Julian Nagelsmann comments on Serge Gnabry's season ending injury

Serge Gnabry's injury is a significant setback for Bayern Munich and the German national team ahead of important matches.
Bayern Munich
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Gnabry injury deals blow to Bayern Munich; World Cup in doubt

Serge Gnabry is likely to miss the rest of the season due to a torn adductor muscle, jeopardizing his World Cup participation.
Bayern Munich
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Gnabry injury deals blow to Bayern Munich; World Cup in doubt

Serge Gnabry is likely to miss the rest of the season due to a torn adductor muscle, jeopardizing his World Cup participation.
#toronto-blue-jays
Toronto
fromJays Journal
2 days ago

Vertigo to blame for this outfielder's incredibly slow start

Nathan Lukes is struggling with vertigo, impacting his performance for the Toronto Blue Jays in the 2026 season.
Toronto
fromJays Journal
5 days ago

Blue Jays injured list racking up millions of dollars and potential wins

Injuries have severely impacted the Toronto Blue Jays' performance and payroll, with significant players sidelined and a negative run differential.
Toronto
fromJays Journal
2 days ago

Vertigo to blame for this outfielder's incredibly slow start

Nathan Lukes is struggling with vertigo, impacting his performance for the Toronto Blue Jays in the 2026 season.
Toronto
fromJays Journal
5 days ago

Blue Jays injured list racking up millions of dollars and potential wins

Injuries have severely impacted the Toronto Blue Jays' performance and payroll, with significant players sidelined and a negative run differential.
Barcelona
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Injured Draper to miss Madrid and Rome tournaments

Jack Draper withdraws from Madrid and Italian Open due to a knee tendon injury, impacting his ranking and upcoming tournaments.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Best Way to Have a Beach Body?

Body image improvement requires changing perceptions rather than the body itself, emphasizing self-acceptance and care for one's body.
#barcelona
Los Angeles
fromDodger Blue
3 days ago

Blake Treinen update after major injury scare in fluke accident

Blake Treinen was hit in the head during batting practice but has been cleared of a concussion and is available to pitch.
LA Clippers
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Caitlin Clark focused on staying healthy at Fever training camp

Caitlin Clark returns to the Indiana Fever fully healthy after an injury-plagued 2025, focusing on injury prevention and body care.
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

How to Take the Next Quantum Leap in Coaching

Recombinant coaching integrates ancient wisdom with modern sciences, enhancing personal and professional coaching practices in a billion-dollar industry.
Wearables
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Iron Woman! I tested an exoskeleton - can it turn me into an athlete?

The Ascentiz H+K exoskeleton enhances physical performance for active users, providing support for activities like running and climbing.
Health
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

4 healthy aging habits that a longevity doctor follows most days, including strength training

Preventive habits, especially prioritizing sleep, are crucial for optimizing health and longevity.
fromSempreMilan
5 days ago

Nesta blames Milan for Pato's injury problems: "They saw him as a kid"

"In my opinion, Pato was poorly managed. This kid, who was going at 200 miles an hour, arrived and in my opinion, they made him train too much because they saw him as a kid."
AC Milan
Mindfulness
fromInsideHook
6 days ago

The Case for "Strategic Laziness"

Downtime is essential for both physical and mental progress, countering the societal obsession with constant achievement.
Arsenal
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Arteta lights training ground fire to inspire players

Mikel Arteta uses unconventional methods, like lighting a fire, to motivate Arsenal players for crucial matches.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromTheLeafsNation
6 days ago

Matthew Knies says knee injury was blown out of proportion, focused on getting healthy for next season

Knies had a productive season despite injuries, scoring 23 goals and 66 points, and is focused on healing for the next season.
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Inspirational success stories are great but is ADHD really a superpower for elite athletes? | Emma John

ADHD presents unique challenges for athletes, impacting their preparation and performance, yet many find ways to thrive despite these obstacles.
Skiing
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

How LSU's strength coach became the ultimate example of fortitude

Katie Guillory is committed to helping the LSU gymnastics team repeat its national championship win through intense strength and conditioning.
Washington Capitals
fromRMNB
6 days ago

Rasmus Sandin potentially suffered significant injury to knee, still waiting for final test results: 'I think it'll be quite a bit of rehab over the summer'

Rasmus Sandin suffered a significant knee injury and is awaiting results to determine the severity.
Running
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

I hope it doesn't get him down': Usain Bolt tells Gout Gout to get ready to lose

Transitioning to senior athletics is challenging, as Usain Bolt advises Gout Gout to prepare for tough competition and learn from experiences.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Redesigned ball could reduce heading impact - scientists

"There are examples of balls that transfer high or low energy through all eras of play. There is no trend that suggests the magnitude of energy transfer is increasing or decreasing over time."
Science
fromYoga Journal
2 days ago

Struggling With Tight Shoulders? Here's the Stretching and Strengthening You Need.

Tight or weak shoulders affect not only our functioning in daily life, but our yoga practice. Poor posture and tight shoulders limit our muscles' freedom of movement.
Yoga
#hip-efficiency
Exercise
fromiRunFar
6 days ago

Understanding and Improving Hip Efficiency, Part 2: Strength

Hip strength and stability are crucial for runners, optimizing gait and enhancing performance through efficient hip movement.
Exercise
fromiRunFar
6 days ago

Understanding and Improving Hip Efficiency, Part 2: Strength

Hip strength and stability are crucial for runners, optimizing gait and enhancing performance through efficient hip movement.
Boston Red Sox
fromMLB Trade Rumors
5 days ago

Richard Fitts Undergoes Season-Ending Surgery

Richard Fitts underwent season-ending surgery for a lat strain, impacting his opportunity for big league playing time with the Cardinals.
#hugo-ekitike
Liverpool FC
fromwww.caughtoffside.com
5 days ago

Arne Slot makes big claim about Hugo Ekitike after "devastating" injury for Liverpool star

Hugo Ekitike's injury is serious, but manager Arne Slot believes he can return stronger after recovery.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.caughtoffside.com
5 days ago

Arne Slot makes big claim about Hugo Ekitike after "devastating" injury for Liverpool star

Hugo Ekitike's injury is serious, but manager Arne Slot believes he can return stronger after recovery.
Liverpool FC
fromSoccer News
6 days ago

Liverpool confirm Ekitikes Achilles injury - Soccer News

Hugo Ekitike has sustained a serious Achilles injury and is expected to miss the remainder of 2026.
Toronto Raptors
fromRaptors Republic
5 days ago

Jakob Poeltl provides update on lingering back injury

Jakob Poeltl feels good about his recovery from a lower-back strain that caused him to miss significant playing time this season.
Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
5 days ago

Cade Horton's Surgery Was a Full Second Tommy John Procedure - Bleacher Nation

Cade Horton underwent full Tommy John surgery with a 15-16 month recovery, likely returning by mid-2027.
National Football League
fromRiggo's Rag
6 days ago

Commanders draft pick lost to a nightmare injury drops subtle sign of life

Luke McCaffrey is working hard to recover from injury and aims for a breakout season with the Washington Commanders in 2026.
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
6 days ago

How Online Fitness Coaching Saves You Time and Money

Online fitness coaching saves time by eliminating the need to commute to a gym. Workouts are accessible anytime and anywhere, allowing exercise to fit into your schedule.
Alternative medicine
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Wood must manage knee issue for the rest of his life

Chris Wood will manage his knee injury for life but aims to contribute to Nottingham Forest and secure a World Cup spot with New Zealand.
fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago

Student-athletes more likely to attend school than peers, new research finds

"Kids show up to school when they feel connected to adults, peers and are engaged in something meaningful," said Hedy Chang, chief executive of Attendance Works.
US news
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Robot runner handily beats humans in half-marathon, setting new record

The fastest robot from Chinese smartphone-maker Honor notched a winning time of 50 minutes and 26 seconds while autonomously navigating the 13-mile (21-kilometer) route, according to the Global Times.
Running
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

How to Find a Certified Sports Psychiatrist

Athletes increasingly prioritize mental health, necessitating specialized support from sports psychiatrists who understand performance-related psychological pressures.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

My Daughter's Sport Has Taken a Sudden Turn. She's Too Young for This.

Introducing skill testing in sports for young children can be appropriate if they have prior experience and are ready for growth.
Exercise
fromStrength Running
1 week ago

How to Run Pain-Free: Movement, Strength, and Injury Prevention with Dr. John Rusin - Strength Running

Smarter movement, not more rest, is key to preventing running injuries and achieving durable, pain-free running.
Running
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Using Sports to Develop Good Character

Sports provide opportunities to practice virtues and improve moral character through repeated intentional actions.
fromSherdog
2 weeks ago

Ex-UFC champ shatters nose in training, elects against corrective surgery

"What a good day, and what a stupid accident...again. Five years after [my previous nose break], my nose is f---ed up even worse [laughs]. As you see, it's even more cracked the same direction, and when I touch [my nose], my bones are broken inside."
MMA
Exercise
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

After decades of swearing by workout classes, I switched to weightlifting. I never expected to be so impressed by the results.

Transitioning from group fitness to weightlifting can significantly improve strength and fitness levels, especially for those feeling stagnant in their workouts.
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
2 weeks ago

What You Do After Training Matters More Than You Think

After a tough workout, your body enters a state of stress: muscle fibers are damaged, energy stores are depleted, and hydration levels drop. This is a critical moment. If your body gets the right nutrients, it starts rebuilding immediately. If not, recovery slows down, and so does progress.
Alternative medicine
Running
fromThe Manual
2 weeks ago

I used a Hypershell "exoskeleton" to make my home workouts harder

The Hypershell is a carbon fiber exoskeleton that enhances walking and running capabilities, making workouts more challenging and effective.
Running
fromiRunFar
2 weeks ago

Running and Aging: Finding Surprise Improvements

Crown King Scramble 50k offers a consistent and challenging course for runners, fostering a strong community and personal growth through endurance.
Exercise
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Should You Exercise Harder or Longer? What New Data Suggests

Higher intensity physical activity significantly reduces the risk of eight major chronic diseases compared to moderate intensity activity.
Wearables
fromWIRED
1 month ago

A Fitness Enthusiast's Guide to the Best Massage Gun in 2026

Modern massage guns combine percussive therapy with vibration, heat, cold, and LED light technologies to enhance muscle recovery and reduce post-workout pain through increased blood flow.
Exercise
fromElite Traveler
4 weeks ago

The Personal Trainers Trusted by Olympians and Hollywood Stars

Experienced personal trainers help clients achieve fitness goals through individualized training programs that address both physical and mental aspects of performance.
Exercise
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

The Case for Becoming a "Movement Generalist"

Variety in physical activities can significantly lower mortality rates and enhance overall health.
Education
fromScience of Running
8 months ago

Exploring the New Era of Training: Embracing Experimentation

Systematic, thoughtful experimentation with new technologies and methods, balanced against proven traditions, optimizes training and pushes athletic performance boundaries.
New York Mets
fromMLB Trade Rumors
1 month ago

Grae Kessinger Sidelined By "Significant" Hamstring Injury

Mets infielder Grae Kessinger sustained a significant hamstring injury requiring eight to twelve weeks recovery, with surgery potentially necessary.
Wellness
fromScience of Running
5 months ago

Recovery Demystified: Focus on What Really Works

Prioritize simple recovery fundamentals—sleep, hydration, nutrition, and social support—and use advanced tools only to supplement, not replace, these basics.
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Bouncing back: from an ankle sprain to a shoulder pinch, experts on the best way to recover from common injuries

Address underlying imbalances with targeted, consistent movement, proper diagnosis and professional care; combine rest, sleep, nutrition and graduated training to prevent and recover from pain.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Four Strategies That Improve Pain and Athletic Performance

You feel an unpleasant sensation - like a sinking feeling of anxiety in your stomach as the game begins, and you think, "I'm anxious. Here we go again. I'm about to blow it." You feel your pain increasing, and the thoughts churn: "Great. I'll probably miss a whole week of work." Imagined catastrophes fill your mind. Manage these thoughts with the 3 C's: Catch it, Check it, and Change it.
Mindfulness
fromSnowBrains
1 month ago

It's Time to Stop Debating & Start Putting the Bar Down - SnowBrains

I have evolved from someone who didn't think much of the bar except for resting my legs to thinking of it as an obvious life-saving precaution. Dr. Bourne shared several examples from Mammoth in which the bar could have saved lives, including the death of her former ski coach, who fell from a chairlift to his death, most likely from a medical event which may have been treatable.
Snowboarding
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Are You in Alignment? How to Unlock Pain-Free Movement.

The brain is the conductor of the orchestra, the muscles are the instruments. When your body is out of alignment, the orchestra is playing out of tune. Misalignment in the musculoskeletal system is frequently the root cause of chronic pain and the resulting poor posture.
Health
fromStrength Running
1 month ago

Cross Training and Running: How to Add Other Sports to Your Training - Strength Running

Cross training and running go together like peanut butter and jelly. If you build it into your schedule intentionally, strategically, and with a clear understanding of what you're trying to accomplish, you'll thrive. Megan makes the case that cross-training serves runners for several distinct reasons, and the right reason for you will shape how you approach it.
Running
fromScience of Running
2 months ago

Fit and Fast: Achieving Robustness in Training

In this episode of the On Coaching Podcast, Steve Magness and Jon Marcus discuss the concept of 'fit but flat,' exploring the phenomenon where athletes excel in metabolic fitness but fail to perform competitively due to a lack of neuromuscular coordination. Using examples like middle-distance runner Ingram Brion, the hosts delve into how metabolic training alone can lead to race failures.
Running
Running
fromScience of Running
6 months ago

Coaching the New Runner. Part 2: Individuals

Coach runners from the start by combining structured training, mental skills, and educational resources to develop performance under pressure.
Running
fromScience of Running
9 months ago

Keeping Training Fresh: Science, Methods, and Strategies

Consistent, simple, repetitive training actions over time build capacity and performance; coaches should emphasize small milestones, celebrate progress, and create environments valuing steady effort.
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