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Sleep cycle an uphill battle for most driven Tour de France competitors
Peak performance in elite sport relies on a myriad of physical and mental capacities—and now there is an increasing consideration of the role of good sleep for training and competition performance.
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Dementia is rare in midlife rugby players, but long-term risk may be increased
Two new studies have provided further insights into the complex links between head injury in elite rugby and potential dementia risks.
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Study finds overtraining syndrome tied to increased PARP1 protein in muscles
Excessive physical exercise, especially without adequate rest, can damage the human body in various ways. In severe cases, it can progress to overtraining syndrome, which is characterized by decreased performance and appetite, ...
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Bicycling? Orthopedic surgeon shares tips to protect your hands, wrists and head
Bicycling is a great way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors. Whether you're a recreational rider or a daily commuter, it's important to protect your hands and wrists. Dr. Sanj Kakar, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon specializing ...
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Mimicking the benefits of exercise with a single molecule
Capital Medical University, in collaboration with the Chinese Academy of Sciences, reports that betaine, a molecule produced in the kidney and enhanced through sustained exercise, operates as a potent inhibitor of inflammatory ...
Slower arm movements linked to greater fall risk for older adults
When a person starts to lose their balance on a slippery surface, the natural reaction is to raise the arms to restore balance. Adults aged 65 and older may move their arms more slowly when slipping, which could increase ...
Jul 2, 2025
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Novel form of exercise offers relief for people with rheumatoid arthritis
It's a debilitating disease that affects more than 500,000 Australians, but new research from the University of South Australia is offering fresh hope to people living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
Jul 1, 2025
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How exercise helps the heart regain energy balance in heart failure
Heart failure (HF) is a growing global health concern, affecting more than 64 million people worldwide. It develops when the heart can no longer pump enough blood to meet the body's demands, often due to long-term damage ...
Jul 1, 2025
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From sore muscles to smartwatches and stubborn belly fat: Answers to six of the most common fitness questions
In a world flooded with fitness fads and "quick-fix" workout plans, solid evidence can often get drowned out. Yet the science is clear: jogging for just five to ten minutes a day can lower your risk of dying from heart disease ...
Jun 30, 2025
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Outdoor physical activity more beneficial for classroom than indoor, study suggests
Sports scientists at Nottingham Trent University wanted to understand the potential impact on cognitive function of combining exercise with being outside.
Jun 30, 2025
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How tennis takes a toll: The leg and foot injuries players need to watch out for
When Novak Djokovic limped out of the 2024 French Open with a torn meniscus in his knee, all eyes turned to whether he'd be fit for Wimbledon. And when Nick Kyrgios pulled out of Wimbledon for the third year running earlier ...
Jun 30, 2025
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My shins hurt after running. Could it be shin splints?
If you've started running for the first time, started again after a break, or your workout is more intense, you might have felt it. A dull, nagging ache down your shins after you exercise.
Jun 30, 2025
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An exercise drug? Harnessing the cognitive benefits of a workout for Alzheimer's patients with mobility issues
For years, researchers have seen a connection between exercise and the progression of cognitive disorders such as Alzheimer's—but ramping up movement isn't possible for many patients. A new study published in Nature Neuroscience ...
Jun 29, 2025
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Beyond the big leagues: Researchers call for better concussion care in community sports
As sport-related concussions continue to spark global concern, researchers at the University of South Australia (UniSA) are turning their attention to a largely overlooked group—non-professional athletes—calling for more ...
Jun 27, 2025
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Q&A: 8 common myths about back pain
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My back's been bothering me, and everyone seems to have ideas what's causing the pain. Can you help?
Jun 27, 2025
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Runners improve performance by narrowing their visual focus
The factors that go into optimizing athletic performance have long been of interest to trainers, scientists, and, of course, athletes themselves. These include workout regimens, nutrition, and technique. A team of psychology ...
Jun 26, 2025
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Move to improve: Exercise found to ease depression and anxiety in kids
With more than three-quarters of children and teens experiencing depression or anxiety, parents are desperate for effective solutions. Now, new research from the University of South Australia shows that something as simple ...
Jun 26, 2025
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Olympians' hearts in focus: Study reveals elite rowers' surprising AFib risk
A new study involving 121 former elite rowers from Australia has revealed one in five develops atrial fibrillation (AFib).
Jun 25, 2025
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Even in athletes, obese BMI associated with worse concussion recovery
Clinicians who work with elite college athletes and military cadets should be aware of the association between higher body mass index (BMI) and worse concussion recovery, suggests new University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine ...
Jun 25, 2025
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Staying physically active may slow cognitive decline
Physical activity is widely recognized as an important aspect of a healthy lifestyle, but a new study from the University of Georgia published in The Journal of Prevention of Alzheimer's Disease has found an additional benefit—staving ...
Jun 25, 2025
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Mild exercise–induced eye blink frequency changes predict differences in executive function enhancement
Mild physical activity, such as a short, slow run, can temporarily but effectively boost executive function. Previous rodent studies conducted by the research team have demonstrated that mild exercise activates dopaminergic ...
Jun 24, 2025
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Warm-ups, layered clothes, recovery: Four tips to exercise safely in the cold
Temperatures have dropped in many parts of Australia, which means runners, cyclists, rowers, hikers, or anyone physically active outside need to take extra precautions to stay safe and exercise in relative comfort.
Jun 24, 2025
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Bare ACL grafts for a stronger knee
It's every top athlete's worst nightmare: an anterior cruciate ligament injury. TU/e researcher Janne Spierings developed a new protocol for cruciate ligament grafts that should reduce complications. On Monday June 23, she ...
Jun 24, 2025
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How do I get started in the gym lifting weights?
So you've never been to a gym and are keen to start, but something's holding you back. Perhaps you don't know what to actually do in there or feel like you'll just look stupid in front of everyone. Maybe you're worried about ...
Jun 23, 2025
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