Scientists Discover Simple Trick To Run Faster
Sprinting “like a jet plane taking off” will help produce Premier League star strikers of tomorrow, new research has revealed. A study conducted at the…
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Unraveling the Mystery of Knee Pain: Why Do Some Joint Deformities Hurt While Others Don’t?
Explaining why certain individuals with specific joint deformities experience symptoms, whereas others do not. With the array of advanced imaging technologies at their disposal, healthcare…
Things Every Soccer Player Should Know: How Caffeine Can Negatively Impact Your Performance
New research indicates that caffeine can negatively affect the decision-making skills of football (or soccer) players. A study by Staffordshire University and Shiraz University in…
Cannabis Heightens Workout Enjoyment – But Does It Boost Performance?
8 in 10 cannabis users report combining marijuana with exercise, saying it boosts motivation and mood, eases pain. A bit of weed before a workout…
The Surprising Risk on the Tennis Court: Brain Injury
Playing football and soccer is widely recognized for its potential to lead to concussions and other head injuries. However, a question arises regarding tennis: At…
Commotio Cordis Is Real, According to Experts, and More Awareness Can Save Lives
A recent article in Heart Rhythm Case Reports discusses the case of an 18-year-old basketball player who suffered from commotio cordis, leading to cardiac arrest,…
The Ketone Paradox: Supplements That May Backfire on Endurance Athletes
Research at McMaster University indicates that ketone supplements, intended to boost athletic performance, may actually reduce it, as evidenced by slower cycling speeds in athletes….
Baseball Players Beware – New Study Reveals That Young Players Are at High Risk of Elbow Injuries
Youth baseball players, particularly those who haven’t fully matured skeletally, are at a higher risk for elbow pain and injuries, a recent study reveals. This…
Soccer Players Beware – New Research Links Heading to Significant Decline in Brain Function
New findings recently presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) links soccer heading, a technique where players strike the ball…
ACL Surgery Delays: Risky for Children, Safer for Adults, Johns Hopkins Study Reveals
Johns Hopkins Children’s Center investigators report active children are prone to further knee cartilage tears while awaiting repair surgery after ACL injury. A Johns Hopkins…
New Research Reveals That People Who Play This Sport Have a 240% Increased Risk of Skin Cancer
Golf is a game open to all, bridging the gap between different generations, abilities, and backgrounds. It offers an ideal mix of physical activity, social…
Playing Football Linked to 61% Increased Risk of Parkinson’s Disease
Recent research indicates heightened risks with extended duration of play, including among high school and college athletes. Recognizing risk factors for Parkinson’s disease (PD) is…
Pickleball Players Beware: The Hidden Dangers of America’s Favorite New Sport
As the number of injuries from pickleball, such as sprains and strains, increases, a survey reveals that many neglect treatment for persistent sports-related injuries. Pickleball…
Should You Lift Light or Heavy? Science Says Both Work
Regardless of using light or heavy weights, consistently lifting to your limit enhances muscle and strength. The specifics of your regimen are secondary to establishing…
Static Isometric Exercises: The Best Exercise To Reduce Blood Pressure
However, exercises like squats, push-ups, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), and cardio are also effective, suggesting a reevaluation of existing exercise guidelines for managing blood pressure…
New Stanford-Developed High-Tech Helmets Could Protect Football Players From Debilitating Concussions
A helmet equipped with liquid shock absorbers could potentially diminish the risk of traumatic brain injuries in contact sports. In the United States, sports activities…
Elevating Performance: Colorful Foods Improve Athletes’ Vision
Visual range is a critical asset for top athletes in almost any sport. Nutrition is an important part of any top athlete’s training program. And…
New AI Tool May Help Spot “Invisible” Brain Damage in College Athletes
A new study involving student-athletes reveals that an artificial intelligence computer program, adept at processing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), can successfully detect structural changes in…