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10/01/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Scientists identify link between gut bacteria, muscle growth and function
Gut bacteria may play a role in muscle growth and formation, says a recent study. This is great news for those with skeletal muscle loss, especially since the findings say that changing the microbial composition may help with the condition. An international team of researchers conducted a series of experiments on mice to examine the link between the […]
11/06/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Not just muscle strength: Muscle power also a must to enjoy a longer life
Many people take up weightlifting to improve their muscle strength. A Brazilian-led study suggests doing muscle power exercises as well to extend their lifespans. Muscular strength is the amount of force that a muscle can put out in a single maximal effort. It allows a person to lift a weight. In comparison, muscle power is the […]
12/13/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Why tai chi is a beneficial exercise, especially for the elderly
Growing old is not fun at all. Among other things, your muscles get thinner, making you much weaker and increasing your vulnerability to serious physical injuries. A Chinese study suggested that you could preserve much of that muscle strength by taking up tai chi forms. The Chinese martial art has been easily adapted into a […]
11/29/2018
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By Edsel Cook
The long-term effects of Tai Chi on muscle strength among older people
Tai chi is a highly prescribed form of physical exercise for older people. Chinese researchers evaluated the martial arts for its ability to slow down the age-related loss of muscle mass and strength over long periods of time. The People’s Liberation Army General Hospital supported the researchers. The findings of the study were published in […]
09/11/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Trying to build lean mass? Take glutathione and L-citrulline, say researchers
Researchers suggest that people who are trying to build lean mass should take glutathione and L-citrulline supplements. Their suggestion comes after finding a positive association between these supplements and muscle strength. In their study published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, the researchers recruited 75 resistant-trained men aged between 18 and […]
08/13/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Vitamin D can prevent hip fractures in older adults by making their muscles stronger
Vitamin D is a fairly well-known vitamin, thanks largely to its association with calcium. More studies are coming out proving its benefits in building stronger bones. One such study detailed how vitamin D intake can help elderly people avoid hip fractures, thereby protecting them from injury and helping improve their quality of life. The study […]
06/26/2018
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By Cassie B.
Japanese study concludes that taking both EPA and DHA improves exercise performance
If you’re looking to get more out of your workout, you don’t necessarily need to spend extra time at the gym or turn to risky performance enhancers. According to a new Japanese study, ingesting the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA could be enough to safely give your athletic performance a boost. They reached their […]
04/07/2018
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By Jessica Dolores
Exercise to avoid frailty in old age: Research finds leg muscles lose nerve connections UNLESS kept healthy and strong
Old age is a gift people who took care of their health during their youth give themselves. Seniors who didn’t smoke, drink too much alcohol, and practiced clean living among other healthy practices when they were young, reap the rewards of their efforts decades after. Optimistic ones also live to see their grandchildren and attend […]
03/05/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Why gym class matters: Playing ball builds bones, balance and muscle strength in schoolchildren
The results of a major study by researchers from the University of Southern Denmark and the University of Copenhagen show that the type of exercise that children get in school can boost their physical health. According to data from the study, schoolchildren aged eight to ten years old “develop stronger bones, increased muscular strength, and improved balance” when […]
12/12/2017
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By Frances Bloomfield
Be flexible: Your bones and joints will reward you with these 5 benefits
Flexibility is an often-overlooked component of exercise, yet its inclusion in fitness regimens will prove beneficial in the long run. Among these benefits are those for the bones and joints. This was the recommendation issued by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) in a 2015 press release. The organization explained that flexibility exercise plays an […]
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