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Judo and recovery
July 10, 2025
Judo, a physically demanding combat sport, requires optimal recovery for peak performance. This study finds that muscle recovery reaches its peak 24 hours after a match, while movement ability remains steady. Prioritizing recovery during this period can enhance performance and reduce the risk of injury.
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Inactivity and health risks
June 25, 2025
In today’s digital era, it’s easy to overlook the importance of physical activity in our daily lives. New data from the WHO show that nearly one third (31%) of adults worldwide did not meet the recommended levels of physical activity in 2022, increasing the risk of certain diseases and health conditions. However, nearly half of...
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Cooling strategies to enhance performance in the heat
June 16, 2025
The Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games showcased many examples of how athletes adopted cooling strategies to improve performance in hot weather, from ice vests to heat-absorbing headbands. According to a review of the research, neck cooling (using cooling collars, wet towels, or ice bags) is one of the most effective and practical strategies to...
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Strength training for children and youth
June 10, 2025
Parents often wonder whether strength training is safe for children and adolescents. Research shows that strength training can increase muscular fitness and bone mass, motor development, and performance if done properly. Strength training is considered appropriate for children aged 6 years and older through training strategies using body weight and simple equipment with a focus...
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Building resilience and adapting to rising temperatures with physical activity
June 9, 2025
Did you know that regular physical activity could make you more resilient to rising global temperatures? By improving heat tolerance and reducing vulnerability, physical activity may play a crucial role in adapting to climate change. While more research is needed to explore these effects, physical activity remains an important tool to protect and promote health...
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High intensity training and upper respiratory infection
April 1, 2025
While physical activity typically strengthens the immune system, high-intensity training can weaken it, leaving some high performance athletes more susceptible to upper respiratory infections. Discover key nutritional strategies to stay healthy and perform at your best!
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Testosterone and sport performance
March 26, 2025
Higher testosterone levels are linked to faster sprint times in young male athletes, offering a potential edge in performance. While female athletes showed no correlation, males with higher testosterone ran significantly faster in 20 m and 30 m sprints.
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Meat consumption and recovery
March 25, 2025
Physical activity is essential for maintaining health, but intense training can result in immune dysfunction and muscle damage. Recent research points to meat as a potent recovery aid, rich in bioactive compounds that support muscle repair and optimize performance.
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Chronic alcohol misuse and sport performance
February 20, 2025
Chronic alcohol misuse causes muscle weakness and atrophy, while problematic drinking impairs muscle function and athletic performance. This study shows that alcohol consumption hinders muscle recovery and function, potentially reducing sport performance, especially in men.
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Wearable sweat loss measuring devices
February 18, 2025
As technology continues to advance, athletes are increasingly using devices to enhance their performance and overall health. Wearable sweat sensors have become one of these key tools for health tracking. Here are recent developments in sweat loss measuring devices and how they contribute to improved tracking and monitoring of overall body health.
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