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Strength & Fitness

Exercise science, resistance training, VO2max, and physical performance

202 articles

Back Muscle Firing Patterns Reveal Hidden Asymmetries That Could Impact Spine Health
Exercise & Fitness

Back Muscle Firing Patterns Reveal Hidden Asymmetries That Could Impact Spine Health

New research uncovers how erector spinae muscles fire differently on each side of your back, potentially affecting posture and stability.

Research Paper
Mar 27, 2026 2
Moderate Exercise Reduces Brain Damage Risk in Older Adults with Diabetes
Exercise & Fitness

Moderate Exercise Reduces Brain Damage Risk in Older Adults with Diabetes

Just 10 minutes of moderate exercise daily may protect against cerebral small vessel disease in diabetic seniors.

Research Paper
Mar 27, 2026 2
Tennis Elbow Disrupts Brain-Muscle Communication and Impairs Precise Movement Control
Exercise & Fitness

Tennis Elbow Disrupts Brain-Muscle Communication and Impairs Precise Movement Control

Chronic tennis elbow alters neural signals between brain and muscles, reducing coordination and movement precision.

Research Paper
Mar 27, 2026 2
Sprint Training Safe and Effective for New Mothers Just 8 Weeks After Birth
Exercise & Fitness

Sprint Training Safe and Effective for New Mothers Just 8 Weeks After Birth

High-intensity cycling workouts improved fitness in postpartum athletes without affecting breastfeeding or causing adverse events.

Research Paper
Mar 27, 2026 2
High Intensity Training with Strategic Rest Periods Maximizes Strength and Muscle Growth
Exercise & Fitness

High Intensity Training with Strategic Rest Periods Maximizes Strength and Muscle Growth

New research reveals the optimal combination of weight intensity and fatigue levels for maximizing both strength gains and muscle hypertrophy.

Research Paper
Mar 27, 2026 2
Two Weeks of High-Intensity Training Dramatically Improves Exercise Efficiency
Exercise & Fitness

Two Weeks of High-Intensity Training Dramatically Improves Exercise Efficiency

Short bursts of intense exercise rapidly enhance how muscles use oxygen and generate power, revealing key mechanisms for fitness gains.

Research Paper
Mar 27, 2026 2
Blood Flow Restriction Training Builds Finger Strength With Less Joint Stress
Exercise & Fitness

Blood Flow Restriction Training Builds Finger Strength With Less Joint Stress

Low-load training with blood flow restriction improved finger strength as much as heavy weights in climbers, with less mechanical stress.

Research Paper
Mar 27, 2026 2
Muscle Blood Vessels Lag Behind Growth During Critical Birth Transition Period
Exercise & Fitness

Muscle Blood Vessels Lag Behind Growth During Critical Birth Transition Period

New research reveals muscle growth outpaces blood vessel development in newborns, potentially impacting long-term cardiovascular health.

Research Paper
Mar 27, 2026 0
Scientists Create Revolutionary 4D Heart Maps to Predict Cardiac Health
Exercise & Fitness

Scientists Create Revolutionary 4D Heart Maps to Predict Cardiac Health

New imaging technology maps beating hearts in real-time, revealing how electrical signals and muscle contractions work together.

Research Paper
Mar 27, 2026 0
Older Adults Show Impaired Muscle Recovery Due to Senescent Immune Cells After Disuse
Exercise & Fitness

Older Adults Show Impaired Muscle Recovery Due to Senescent Immune Cells After Disuse

New research reveals why older adults struggle to regain muscle strength after periods of inactivity like bed rest or injury recovery.

Research Paper
Mar 27, 2026 0
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