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Ice baths and marathons: Our modern obsession with 'wellness' is driven by ancient instincts
If you've spent even a little time on social media in recent years, you've no doubt come across a swath... Read more -
Why returning to sport after childbirth is tougher than it looks for triathlete mothers
Today's sporting landscape increasingly accepts that athleticism doesn't end when motherhood begins. High-profile athletes such as middle-distance runner Faith Kipyegon... Read more -
Staying fit over Christmas using science-backed methods
The festive season has a reputation for undoing good habits such as eating well and exercising. Normal routines disappear, days... Read more -
No gym or regular routine? Here's how to stay fit over the holiday break
The festive season can throw our exercise routines out the window. You might be staying somewhere different, with no access... Read more -
Lesser-known remedy for ankle arthritis
A somewhat uncommon procedure is proving to be an effective solution for problems associated with ankle arthritis.... Read more -
Long-term physical activity protects against metabolic syndrome—but increasing activity later is beneficial too
A new Finnish study shows that adults who remain physically active throughout adulthood have a markedly lower prevalence of metabolic... Read more -
Home Alone's 'Wet Bandits' are medical miracles
The festive movie season is upon us, and one of my perennial favorites is Home Alone 2: Lost in New... Read more -
Why does my hip hurt? Hip pain can have many causes and mostly doesn't require surgery
You can feel hip pain at any stage of life, including childhood, young adulthood and the middle years.... Read more -
Tragedy generates advice on underwater breath-holding risks
For many, swimming is a source of joy and freedom, but holding your breath in shallow water can be fatal.... Read more -
Chill factor: Body's skin and organs feel cold through distinct molecular sensors
A research team led by Félix Viana, co-director of the Sensory Transduction and Nociception laboratory at the Institute for Neurosciences... Read more -
Blood flow restriction cuffs a fall risk for older adults
New research from Murdoch University's School of Allied Health and Health Futures Institute has found that wearing blood flow restriction... Read more -
Menopause symptoms may be frequent and have negative effects, according to female endurance athletes
A new study finds menopause symptoms to be very frequently reported by female endurance athletes, with many perceiving a negative... Read more -
Short, light-intensity exercise can boost executive function and elevate mood in children
In modern society, physical inactivity and sedentary behavior have become common issues globally. This trend is also growing among children,... Read more -
One in six grassroots footballers experience gambling problems, study shows
New research has revealed adult grassroots football players are five-times more likely to experience gambling problems than other adults in... Read more -
Long-term study reveals physical ability peaks at age 35
A 47-year-long Swedish study at Karolinska Institutet reveals how fitness, strength, and muscle endurance change during adulthood. The results show... Read more
