#exercise-science
#exercise-science

Exercise

Do You Really Need to Cool Down After a Workout?

Cool-downs are less essential than previously thought; skipping them won't sabotage workout gains or recovery.

Wellness

Why weight? Researchers say it's fitness that matters

Cardiorespiratory fitness is a stronger predictor of mortality risk than body mass index (BMI).

Obese individuals who are fit have similar mortality risks as normal weight individuals who are fit.

1 week ago

Exercise

Is muscle soreness after a workout good or bad?

Soreness after workouts isn't necessary for fitness; it can indicate muscle repair.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

After a break from strength training, muscle memory may help you bounce back

Muscle memory enables easier and quicker muscle recovery after a break in training, thanks to both neuromuscular and cellular factors.

Exercise

Do You Really Need to Cool Down After a Workout?

Cool-downs are less essential than previously thought; skipping them won't sabotage workout gains or recovery.

Wellness

Why weight? Researchers say it's fitness that matters

Cardiorespiratory fitness is a stronger predictor of mortality risk than body mass index (BMI).

Obese individuals who are fit have similar mortality risks as normal weight individuals who are fit.

1 week ago

Exercise

Is muscle soreness after a workout good or bad?

Soreness after workouts isn't necessary for fitness; it can indicate muscle repair.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

After a break from strength training, muscle memory may help you bounce back

Muscle memory enables easier and quicker muscle recovery after a break in training, thanks to both neuromuscular and cellular factors.

Exercise

Are Vibration Plates a Scam?

Vibration plates are popular for weight loss and muscle building but lack substantial evidence of effectiveness.

Exercise

Treadmills are out, barbells are in: why gym-goers are abandoning cardio for weight training

Cardiovascular exercise has seen a significant decline in popularity as strength training gains traction, despite both being essential for overall health.

1 month ago

Exercise

Are Vibration Plates a Scam?

Vibration plates are popular for weight loss and muscle building but lack substantial evidence of effectiveness.

Exercise

Treadmills are out, barbells are in: why gym-goers are abandoning cardio for weight training

Cardiovascular exercise has seen a significant decline in popularity as strength training gains traction, despite both being essential for overall health.

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#athletic-performance

fromWIRED

fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Exercise

Muscle Memory Isn't What You Think It Is

Muscle growth can be influenced by understanding cellular mechanisms and promoting muscle memory, particularly after injury or long breaks from exercise.

3 weeks ago

Wearables

Running Shoes-Inspired Handheld Cooling Mist Spray Keeps Runners Cool While Moving - Yanko Design

Cooling mist sprays allow athletes to manage heat without interrupting their performance, crucial in competitive sports.

4 months ago

Running

Does Your Running Form Really Matter?

Running form isn't as critical to performance as commonly believed.

Self-optimization occurs naturally with regular running.

8 months ago

Digital life

Can Grunting During Exercise Give You an Edge?

Grunting during exertion may provide performance benefits through pressure regulation, primarily in short bursts of intense activity.

Exercise

fromWIRED

fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Muscle Memory Isn't What You Think It Is

Muscle growth can be influenced by understanding cellular mechanisms and promoting muscle memory, particularly after injury or long breaks from exercise.

3 weeks ago

Wearables

Running Shoes-Inspired Handheld Cooling Mist Spray Keeps Runners Cool While Moving - Yanko Design

Cooling mist sprays allow athletes to manage heat without interrupting their performance, crucial in competitive sports.

4 months ago

Running

Does Your Running Form Really Matter?

Running form isn't as critical to performance as commonly believed.

Self-optimization occurs naturally with regular running.

more#athletic-performance

8 months ago

Digital life

Can Grunting During Exercise Give You an Edge?

Grunting during exertion may provide performance benefits through pressure regulation, primarily in short bursts of intense activity.

Mental health

4 weeks ago

Massage Can Help After a Workout, But Not for the Reason You Think

Massage is seen by athletes as a critical part of training and recovery, signaling its important place in sports science.

3 months ago

Medicine

Electrifying your workout can boost muscles mass, strength

Using NMES during resistance training can enhance muscle mass and strength gains compared to resistance training alone.

6 months ago

Exercise

Strolls with stops use more energy than continuous walking, scientists show

Taking rest stops while walking can lead to burning more calories than a continuous walk.