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Q&A: Touted as non-contact, flag football is still a game of hard knocks
Pigskin passers are invading athletic fields once dominated by soccer and lacrosse teams. But these blitzers aren't suited up like... Read more -
People as young as 50 can need a hip replacement. Here's everything you need to know about this common surgery
Around 117,000 people living in England and Wales had a hip replacement in 2024. Although hip replacements are often thought... Read more -
Kids with fractures and sprains don't need oral opioids for their pain, researchers find
Kids with broken or sprained limbs don't need oral opioids to treat their pain, according to newly published findings from... Read more -
Does running wear out the bodies of professionals and amateurs alike?
Running counts among today's most popular sports. Sometimes the race is on even before the competition itself has started, as... Read more -
Mobility exercises are an important part of fitness as we age. Here are some tips
As they age, it's not uncommon for many people to let out a muted groan when getting out of bed... Read more -
The gender-stress gap: Women benefit most from a daily workout
If you are looking to lower your stress levels this year, hitting the gym—or going for a brisk walk—might be... Read more -
Wearing a weighted vest can promote bone health and weight loss, but it's not a cure-all
Health and fitness trends come and go, and many fads don't deliver on their promises—remember vibrating belts or sauna suits?... Read more -
Foiled by fitness? Research sheds light on why our workout plans go awry
You know you should exercise, but you make a solid plan to do it … and then, in the decisive... Read more -
Identifying injury mechanisms influencing the severity of knee injuries in rugby
Knee injuries in rugby players occur with high incidence and severity, posing a significant burden on athletes. Although many studies... Read more -
2025 was the year protein 'jumped the shark'
Thirty years ago, when I began studying protein metabolism, I would never have guessed that 2025 would be spent explaining... Read more -
Amid a rise in knee injuries, tips for prevention and recovery
Does it seem like the number of people you know who have sustained knee injuries has increased recently? That's likely... Read more -
Few women meet aerobic, muscle-strengthening activity recommendation
About one-quarter of women report leisure-time activity meeting recommendations for both aerobic and muscle-strengthening physical activity, according to research published... Read more -
How low can you go (and still build muscle)? Why strength training matters at any age
Getting out of a chair shouldn't be a struggle. Yet for many older adults, simple everyday movements like this become... Read more -
Three common injuries skiers should watch out for this season
Ski season is well underway, and those in search of Alpine air and exhilaration will be taking to the slopes.... Read more -
Why functional bra support is essential in the British armed forces
A new study from the University of Portsmouth's Research Group in Breast Health (RGBH), in collaboration with and funded by... Read more
