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Strength & Fitness

Exercise science, resistance training, VO2max, and physical performance

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Physical Fitness Boosts Brain Power in Preschoolers, New Study Reveals
Exercise & Fitness

Physical Fitness Boosts Brain Power in Preschoolers, New Study Reveals

Research shows stronger, fitter preschoolers perform better on cognitive tests, with balance and cardio fitness being key factors.

Research Paper
Mar 27, 2026 3
Whole-Body Vibration Boosts Muscle Activation During Squats, Especially for Women
Exercise & Fitness

Whole-Body Vibration Boosts Muscle Activation During Squats, Especially for Women

New research shows vibration training significantly increases muscle activation during squats, with women seeing greater benefits.

Research Paper
Mar 27, 2026 3
Higher Rep Resistance Training Stiffens Arteries More Than Heavy Lifting
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Higher Rep Resistance Training Stiffens Arteries More Than Heavy Lifting

New research reveals that moderate weight, higher rep training causes more arterial stiffening than heavy, low-rep protocols.

Research Paper
Mar 27, 2026 1
Space Research Reveals How Blood Flow Changes Affect Astronaut Health and Longevity
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Space Research Reveals How Blood Flow Changes Affect Astronaut Health and Longevity

New microgravity study shows how fluid shifts impact blood vessel health, with implications for aging and cardiovascular wellness.

Research Paper
Mar 27, 2026 2
ACL Surgery Triggers Unique Muscle Loss Beyond Simple Disuse
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ACL Surgery Triggers Unique Muscle Loss Beyond Simple Disuse

New research reveals ACL reconstruction causes distinct muscle damage patterns that differ from typical disuse atrophy.

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Mar 27, 2026 2
Back Muscle Firing Patterns Reveal Hidden Asymmetries That Could Impact Spine Health
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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.

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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
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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.

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Mar 27, 2026 2
Sprint Training Safe and Effective for New Mothers Just 8 Weeks After Birth
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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
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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.

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Mar 27, 2026 2
Two Weeks of High-Intensity Training Dramatically Improves Exercise Efficiency
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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.

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Mar 27, 2026 2
Blood Flow Restriction Training Builds Finger Strength With Less Joint Stress
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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.

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Mar 27, 2026 2
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