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Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Power up! Could force be the secret to supercharging your fitness?

Power training is essential for maintaining physical function and preventing injuries as we age.
Wearables
fromEngadget
20 hours ago

Garmin may be working on a Whoop competitor

Garmin is developing a screen-free fitness tracker called CIRQA to compete with Whoop and Fitbit's similar offerings.
Bayern Munich
fromFC Bayern
1 day ago

New 'Ice Cold Precision' pack for adidas football boots

adidas launches the 'Ice Cold Precision' pack featuring new Predator and F50 football boots for Spring/Summer 2026.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 days ago

The BMC Teammachine 01 AMP Road eBike is So Light & Pedalable it Feels Like a New Category

The BMC Teammachine 01 AMP Road bike offers smooth power delivery and lightweight design, making it ideal for both assistance and human-powered riding.
Running
fromiRunFar
3 days ago

It's Not the Gear: 9 Running Gear Rules from iRunFar's Gear Editor

Finding the right gear is more important than acquiring new gear.
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Student-athletes more likely to attend school than peers, new research finds

"Kids show up to school when they feel connected to adults, peers and are engaged in something meaningful," said Hedy Chang, chief executive of Attendance Works.
US news
fromUnofficial Networks
3 days ago

Start Prepping For Next Ski Season With This Glute Workout

Mikey Bell's 'Groomer Glutes' workout is a beginner-friendly, bodyweight stability routine designed to build foundational strength for skiing, focusing on glute activation.
Snowboarding
Television
fromQueerty
3 days ago

"I've been working on my hip mobility": Jack Innanen fuels Heated Rivalry season 2 casting buzz - Queerty

Jack Innanen is a strong candidate for a role in Heated Rivalry Season 2 due to his background and experience.
#mental-health
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

How to Find a Certified Sports Psychiatrist

Athletes increasingly prioritize mental health, necessitating specialized support from sports psychiatrists who understand performance-related psychological pressures.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

How to Find a Certified Sports Psychiatrist

Athletes increasingly prioritize mental health, necessitating specialized support from sports psychiatrists who understand performance-related psychological pressures.
Agile
fromeLearning Industry
4 days ago

Performance Management Training: A Strategic Guide For L&D Directors, Training Managers, And Learning Leaders

Performance management training equips leaders with skills to enhance employee growth through goal setting, feedback, and continuous development.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

My Daughter's Sport Has Taken a Sudden Turn. She's Too Young for This.

Introducing skill testing in sports for young children can be appropriate if they have prior experience and are ready for growth.
Medicine
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

Why Are People Injecting Themselves with Peptides?

Health and wellness influencers promote unapproved peptide treatments, raising concerns about consumer safety and the future of FDA regulations.
Exercise
fromFuturism
2 hours ago

To Get Swole, Teens Are Pumping Themselves Full of Drugs Meant for Fattening Cows for the Slaughterhouse

Looksmaxing leads some teens to use dangerous anabolic steroids like trenbolone for rapid body transformation despite severe health risks.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Why your Whoop might tell you to up your testosterone

Whoop and Oura are leading health tech innovations, but rapid advancements can lead to unexpected consequences.
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
1 week ago

What You Do After Training Matters More Than You Think

After a tough workout, your body enters a state of stress: muscle fibers are damaged, energy stores are depleted, and hydration levels drop. This is a critical moment. If your body gets the right nutrients, it starts rebuilding immediately. If not, recovery slows down, and so does progress.
Alternative medicine
#ufc
MMA
fromCageside Press
2 days ago

Jiri Prochazka Looking to "Unlock This Primal Aggression Inside Myself" For Quicker Start at UFC 327

Jiri Prochazka feels more dangerous as a fighter with fatherhood approaching, focusing on responsibility and improving his performance against Carlos Ulberg.
fromUFC
4 days ago
MMA

UFC AND HOSPITAL FOR SPECIAL SURGERY EXTEND PARTNERSHIP WITH NEW MULTIYEAR AGREEMENT

MMA
fromSherdog
6 days ago

Ethyn Ewing sees room for improvement despite dominant win over Rafael Estevam

Ethyn Ewing spoils undefeated records, defeating Rafael Estevam and expressing a desire for improvement despite his success.
MMA
fromCageside Press
2 days ago

Jiri Prochazka Looking to "Unlock This Primal Aggression Inside Myself" For Quicker Start at UFC 327

Jiri Prochazka feels more dangerous as a fighter with fatherhood approaching, focusing on responsibility and improving his performance against Carlos Ulberg.
fromUFC
4 days ago
MMA

UFC AND HOSPITAL FOR SPECIAL SURGERY EXTEND PARTNERSHIP WITH NEW MULTIYEAR AGREEMENT

MMA
fromSherdog
6 days ago

Ethyn Ewing sees room for improvement despite dominant win over Rafael Estevam

Ethyn Ewing spoils undefeated records, defeating Rafael Estevam and expressing a desire for improvement despite his success.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 days ago

XDS Launches 9-Bike X-LAB Global Range With Seriously Competive Prices

XDS launches X-LAB, a performance platform with nine competitively priced bikes across various categories, emphasizing in-house manufacturing and direct market entry.
#coaching
Careers
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Thinking About Hiring A Coach? Read This Before You Waste Your Money - Above the Law

The right mindset is crucial for benefiting from coaching; not all lawyers are suited for it.
Running
fromiRunFar
5 days ago

This Week In Running: April 6, 2026

The final ski mountaineering world cup featured top competitors, while the Marathon des Sables began with nearly 1,500 runners in Morocco.
Exercise
fromInsideHook
1 day ago

It's Never Too Late to Start Rucking. Here's How.

Rucking is an ancient fitness practice that builds endurance and strength while promoting proper posture and combating sedentary lifestyles.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

A year of continuous glucose monitoring pushed me to the edge

Glucose tracking is increasingly popular among non-diabetics, with many using continuous glucose monitors for health insights.
#cycling
Chelsea
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Does running more in a game actually make a difference?

Chelsea's underperformance is not solely due to being outrun, as running data shows mixed results in predicting match outcomes.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Cycling, crystals and cutting-edge science: the secrets of Hodgkinson and Hunter Bell's success

Keely Hodgkinson and Georgia Hunter Bell's success at the World Indoor Championships inspires hope for increased youth participation in athletics, especially among girls.
Running
fromThe Manual
1 week ago

I used a Hypershell "exoskeleton" to make my home workouts harder

The Hypershell is a carbon fiber exoskeleton that enhances walking and running capabilities, making workouts more challenging and effective.
Exercise
fromFuturism
1 day ago

The Moon Astronauts Have Been Working Out With a NASA Rowing Machine in Space

NASA's Orion spacecraft uses a compact exercise device to maintain astronaut health during its Moon mission despite limited space.
Running
fromiRunFar
1 week ago

Running and Aging: Finding Surprise Improvements

Crown King Scramble 50k offers a consistent and challenging course for runners, fostering a strong community and personal growth through endurance.
Exercise
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Incontinence problems leave me 'leaking while competing'

Incontinence after childbirth can lead to significant physical and mental challenges, affecting women's fitness and social activities.
Health
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

The Men Obsessed With 'High T'

A growing obsession with high testosterone among younger men, fueled by influencers and celebrity endorsements, is driving increased TRT prescriptions and natural optimization efforts despite potential health risks.
Running
fromTravel + Leisure
5 days ago

These Are the Hardest Marathons in the World to Get Into-Including One With Just 99 Finishers

The Big Five Marathon in South Africa is the most difficult marathon to enter due to high demand and limited spots.
Women in technology
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

This Video of a Humanoid Robot Playing Perfect Tennis Is Extremely Impressive

Chinese company Galbot developed software enabling a Unitree G1 humanoid robot to play tennis with sustained rallies, millisecond reactions, and precise ball striking against human opponents.
Exercise
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Should You Exercise Harder or Longer? What New Data Suggests

Higher intensity physical activity significantly reduces the risk of eight major chronic diseases compared to moderate intensity activity.
Running
fromRunner's World
1 week ago

These 7 Tips from Pro Half-Marathoners Helped Me Run My Strongest Race. Here's What You Can Learn from the Best.

Running a half marathon requires a balance of excitement and caution, with training strategies emphasizing gradual progress and body care.
Running
fromStrength Running
4 weeks ago

Super Shoes & Running Form: What the Science Actually Says - Strength Running

Carbon-plated super shoes significantly enhance running performance but alter biomechanics and stress distribution in the body compared to traditional trainers.
Exercise
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

We asked a personal trainer how he would spend $100 on supplements. Here's what he bought.

Creatine is a highly effective supplement for muscle and brain health, providing energy and enhancing workout performance.
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

At certain points, I had to stop entirely': what I learned after a week of Hyrox classes

Hyrox is a fitness competition combining running and functional exercises, designed to enhance everyday physical activities.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

A longevity and sports medicine doctor who completed 15 Ironmans shares his workout routine. It includes a run-commute.

It's the most ubiquitous, effective, totally no-side-effects drug in the world. Exercise is also something Metzl feels is sometimes overlooked in the longevity space, in favor of fancier products. A lot of this stuff we talk about with longevity is not validated, like full-body MRIs and these supplement stacks.
Health
Exercise
fromElite Traveler
2 weeks ago

The Personal Trainers Trusted by Olympians and Hollywood Stars

Experienced personal trainers help clients achieve fitness goals through individualized training programs that address both physical and mental aspects of performance.
fromSnowBrains
1 month ago

It's Time to Stop Debating & Start Putting the Bar Down - SnowBrains

I have evolved from someone who didn't think much of the bar except for resting my legs to thinking of it as an obvious life-saving precaution. Dr. Bourne shared several examples from Mammoth in which the bar could have saved lives, including the death of her former ski coach, who fell from a chairlift to his death, most likely from a medical event which may have been treatable.
Snowboarding
Wearables
fromWIRED
4 weeks ago

A Fitness Enthusiast's Guide to the Best Massage Gun in 2026

Modern massage guns combine percussive therapy with vibration, heat, cold, and LED light technologies to enhance muscle recovery and reduce post-workout pain through increased blood flow.
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Radical swim training approach pays off for Cameron McEvoy with really special' record

Cameron McEvoy broke the 50m freestyle world record with a time of 20.88 seconds, achieving a lifelong goal and redefining his training approach.
Humor
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Have you heard the one about Musk, Bezos, and Altman walking into a gym?

Energym is a satirical mockumentary ad that critiques AI startup culture by imagining unemployed people powering AI servers through gym workouts, highlighting absurd venture capital trends.
Exercise
fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

The Case for Becoming a "Movement Generalist"

Variety in physical activities can significantly lower mortality rates and enhance overall health.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

The Fort Strength Training Wearable Tracks Your Sets

We use the IMU sensors to detect which exercise the user is performing and identify the period engaging in concentric, eccentric, or isometric hold. These are the three main types of lifting exercises; you might know them as contracting, lengthening, or static exercises. The Fort uses the wrist as a proxy for bar velocity, and the company is seeking FDA clearance and will also be pursuing large, third-party studies from independent labs.
Wearables
Education
fromScience of Running
7 months ago

Exploring the New Era of Training: Embracing Experimentation

Systematic, thoughtful experimentation with new technologies and methods, balanced against proven traditions, optimizes training and pushes athletic performance boundaries.
fromiRunFar
1 month ago

AI-Powered Optimization: New Frontiers in Peak Running Performance

Super shoes and ultralight gear make a difference, but with new advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) that can look at our running form and compare it to the ideal, analyze our nutrition intake from a simple photo and help us plan our diets, and offer guidance on training and recovery, the interwovenness of technology and running is only set to increase.
Running
Running
fromiRunFar
1 month ago

Many Small Leaps for Runnerkind: Wondering About Non-Linear Improvement in Running

Runners experience breakthrough moments where performance suddenly improves, often after returning to regular training or during consistent improvement phases, driven by accumulated physiological adaptations.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Your Muscles Remember Your Strongest Moments-And Your Weakest

In 2018, Sharples and his research lab, now at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences in Oslo, were the first to show that exercise could change how our muscle-building genes work over the long term. The genes themselves don't change, but repeated periods of exertion turns certain genes on, spurring cells to build muscle mass more quickly than before. These epigenetic changes have a lasting effect: Your muscles remember these periods of strength and respond favorably in the future.
Science
Wellness
fromScience of Running
5 months ago

Recovery Demystified: Focus on What Really Works

Prioritize simple recovery fundamentals—sleep, hydration, nutrition, and social support—and use advanced tools only to supplement, not replace, these basics.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'He thought that if it worked for a fighter pilot, it might work for a football player as well'

In 2017, Bjorn Mannsverk's phone rang. A year before, what was meant to be a special 100th anniversary for Bodo/Glimt ended in heartbreak as the Norwegian club were relegated from the top flight. A fresh approach was needed to get the club back on track. Having been stationed in Bodo before in his role as a fighter pilot with the Royal Norwegian Air Force, Mannsverk was familiar with the town, but not the football club.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromWIRED
2 months ago

We Strapped on Exoskeletons and Raced. There's One Clear Winner

An exoskeleton is a relatively new class of wearable device designed to enhance, support, or assist human movement, strength, posture, or even physical activity. The main piece goes around your waist like a belt, and from it, a pair of hinged, mechanized splints extend down over the hips to strap onto each thigh, where they provide some robotic assistance to normal movements like walking, running, or squatting.
Mindfulness
fromFast Company
1 month ago

This Olympic skill can boost your job performance

Elite performers manage attention and energy to minimize "thoughtload"—the cognitive, emotional, and energy taxes that undermine performance—thereby improving execution under pressure.
Productivity
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

A Guide to Strength Stacking

Combining disparate skills, knowledge, experience, and temperament produces amplified, unique problem-solving abilities that unlock opportunities others avoid.
Psychology
fromBig Think
2 months ago

How training your gaze could help you master sports - and your own attention

Superior visual search strategies and eye-movement use distinguish some elite athletes from less-skilled players, enabling exceptional performance despite ordinary physical attributes.
fromStrength Running
1 month ago

Cross Training and Running: How to Add Other Sports to Your Training - Strength Running

Cross training and running go together like peanut butter and jelly. If you build it into your schedule intentionally, strategically, and with a clear understanding of what you're trying to accomplish, you'll thrive. Megan makes the case that cross-training serves runners for several distinct reasons, and the right reason for you will shape how you approach it.
Running
Exercise
fromScienceDaily
1 month ago

Scientists found a surprising way to make exercise work better

A ketogenic diet high in fat helps normalize blood sugar and dramatically improves muscle oxygen utilization and endurance response to exercise.
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

This AI-Powered Home Gym Acts As Your Own Personal Trainer

I felt too intimidated to try weight lifting again on my own, but wanted to experience the benefits those gym workouts provide, which is quite different to my typical routine of pilates, tennis and pole. Simultaneously, I've been working toward a solid home gym situation (while understanding my limited space in a one-bedroom in Queens). I began investigating full out home gym tech, and AEKE stood out as the most exciting of the bunch, because it most similarly aligned with having a personal trainer. I tried out the AEKE Smart Home Gym K1 with the Bench.
Gadgets
Wellness
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

Are the Enhanced Games the Future of Sport or a Steroid "Clown Show"? We're About to Find Out.

Some elite swimmers openly admit or contemplate using performance-enhancing drugs while fellow athletes express concern about competitions where drug use is public.
Science
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

What is Slippery Fish? A secret project to win Olympic speedskating medals with help from an app

U.S. Speedskating deployed a secret app-based program, 'Slippery Fish', to create digital twins and simulate aerodynamics to reduce drag and improve race times.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Want to get stronger? Start with these 6 muscle-building exercises

Prioritize a small set of multi-joint compound exercises and perform them consistently to efficiently build muscle, strength, and improve related health measures.
Health
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Influencers are promoting peptides for better health. What's the science say?

Many synthetic peptides sold online are experimental and unproven for human use, posing safety risks despite a few FDA-approved peptide medicines.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

What Pressure Does to an Athlete's Body

Those of us who watch the Olympics as bystanders tend to smugly judge athletes for succumbing to pressure without understanding what we even mean by the term. The first thing to know about pressure is that it has actual physical properties. Feeling it is not a sign of a too-thin veneer of character. Pressure might as well be a snakebite, given its very real qualities in the bloodstream and how it can paralyze even the strongest legs. The way to deal with pressure, and become
Science
Wellness
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
2 months ago

70+ Year-Old Cyclists: The Real Super-Athletes Nobody Talks About

Cyclists aged 70+ are elite athletes whose grit, consistency, and training through pain make them super-athletes surpassing many younger competitors.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 months ago

Elite Rivo Just In: Get Fit With The Trainers Ridden by the Most Pro Cycling Teams

Elite smart trainers are widely used by pro teams and the new Rivo offers affordable, accurate interactive training with +/-2.5% power accuracy.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

AI, Fancy Footwear, and All the Other Gear Powering Olympic Bobsledding

Men's four-person bobsledding made its Olympic debut in Chamonix, France, in 1924; women's two-person bobsledding didn't enter the Games until 2002 in Salt Lake City. Women's monobob arrived in 2022. While the earliest bobsleds were made of wood, the sport has been synonymous with steel for years, although in recent decades it has been replaced by carbon fiber, which provides greater lightness and strength.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

Heal your injuries faster using motion as the new potion

When you have an acute injury, your body is sending signals through the peripheral and central nervous systems and the immune system to say, hold on, I need to stop doing this so we can allow the tissue to heal, says Ericka Merriwether, a physical therapist and pain researcher at New York University. Rest, after all, is the first part of the familiar RICE therapy, which stands for rest, ice, compression and elevation.
Health
Wellness
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

Five ideas to elevate fitness and wellness coaching with AI - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

AI human generators can enhance personalized digital fitness by adapting programs, tracking habits, creating engaging content, and balancing efficiency with authenticity without replacing human trainers.
Running
fromiRunFar
1 month ago

David Roche's Dedication to His Wahoo KICKR RUN

Treadmill training, particularly uphill work on quality equipment, significantly improves ultramarathon performance and has become a competitive advantage for elite runners and their coached athletes.
Running
fromiRunFar
1 month ago

Ask the Pro: Hill Training, Crews, and Favorite Snacks

Seek local trail running mentors for authentic knowledge rather than relying on social media advice, and match your training elevation gain to your target race's climbing demands.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 months ago

Interview: Why Did Jeff Ride The Rollers for 24 Hours...

A cyclist rode rollers for 24 hours to test long-duration fueling strategies ahead of the Race Across America.
fromNature
1 month ago

Exercise rewires the brain - boosting the body's endurance

Betley and his colleagues were curious about what happens in the brain as people get stronger through exercise. They decided to focus on the ventromedial hypothalamus, a brain region that regulates appetite and blood sugar. The team then zeroed in on a group of neurons in that region that produce a protein called steroidogenic factor 1 (SF1), which is known to play a part in regulating metabolism. A previous study found that the deletion of the gene that codes for SF1 impairs endurance in mice.
Science
fromBig Think
2 months ago

The systems that build star performers

If you were asked to build a future bestselling author, how would you go about it? Chances are, you'd start young, scouting for early signs of promise. You'd probably reinforce that raw talent right away, sending your protégé to writing workshops and private tutors. You might line their shelves with Pulitzer winners, assign the classics, fast-track an English degree - tracing a path right up to the gates of publishing.
Science
Science
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Winter Olympians rejoice! Pre-exercise sex can BOOST performance

Pre-exercise sexual activity, including masturbation 30 minutes earlier, does not impair and may improve strength and endurance in trained young men.
fromScience of Running
1 month ago

Fit and Fast: Achieving Robustness in Training

In this episode of the On Coaching Podcast, Steve Magness and Jon Marcus discuss the concept of 'fit but flat,' exploring the phenomenon where athletes excel in metabolic fitness but fail to perform competitively due to a lack of neuromuscular coordination. Using examples like middle-distance runner Ingram Brion, the hosts delve into how metabolic training alone can lead to race failures.
Running
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

What's the Point of Chasing a Plank PR?

It's just what it looks like: I time my planks then file them away, determined to last a little longer tomorrow. And sometimes I do, for several days in a row, then one day I'll collapse nearly a minute short of my personal best. I'll pound the mat like Charlton Heston at the end of Planet of the Apes, then I'll get myself together - you've got to stay cool at Equinox - and move on with my day.
Exercise
Running
fromScience of Running
5 months ago

Coaching the New Runner. Part 2: Individuals

Coach runners from the start by combining structured training, mental skills, and educational resources to develop performance under pressure.
Running
fromScience of Running
9 months ago

Keeping Training Fresh: Science, Methods, and Strategies

Consistent, simple, repetitive training actions over time build capacity and performance; coaches should emphasize small milestones, celebrate progress, and create environments valuing steady effort.
Exercise
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Video: How Weight Lifting Took Over America

Weight lifting evolved from a stigmatized fringe practice into a mainstream American fitness and cultural phenomenon embraced widely across society.
fromiRunFar
1 month ago

Understanding and Improving Hip Efficiency, Part 1

For runners, the hips can be one of the most confounding and frustrating parts of the physiological puzzle for efficient movement. Every runner knows how crucial hip strength is - and how mobile hips are essential for both fast and pain-free running. Yet healthy, happy hips remain elusive. For many of us, our hips stay stiff no matter how much we massage and stretch them.
Exercise
Running
fromiRunFar
2 months ago

Running: The Most Important Unimportant Thing

Guidance and small encouragement help individuals, especially children, push past fear and expand personal limits in physically vulnerable activities.
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