Article title: Genome-wide association study of exercise-induced skeletal muscle hypertrophy and the construction of predictive model Authors: Xiaolin Yang, Yanchun Li, Tao Mei, Jiayan Duan, Xu Yan, Lars McNaughton, Zihong He From the authors: “We identified genetic variants that underlie [resistance training]…
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Exercise boosts anti-cancer immunity and reduces inflammation in Lynch Syndrome patients
Regular and intense aerobic exercise may reduce the risk of colorectal cancer in patients with Lynch Syndrome (LS) by improving the immune system’s ability to detect and remove potentially harmful cells, according to researchers at
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Wearable Technology Named Top Fitness Trend for 2023
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) released survey results today in the article “Worldwide Survey of Fitness Trends for 2023,” published in the January/February issue of ACSM’s Health & Fitness Journal®. Now in its 17th year, this annual, international survey found that technology continues to impact the fitness industry, so it’s not surprising that the more than 4,500 health and fitness pros surveyed identified wearables as the #1 trend for 2023. There are, however, several emerging trends that will influence the industry in the coming year.
ACSM Annual Meeting Research Highlights for June 1
ACSM’s comprehensive sports medicine and exercise science conference kicks off June 1 with programming covering the science, practice, public health and policy aspects of sports medicine, exercise science and physical activity. View program highlights.
What Is the Best Type of Exercise Training to Improve Artery Health in Older Adults?
Inactive older adults are at greater risk of having stiff arteries and high blood pressure. Although regular exercise can help reduce these poor health outcomes, what type of exercise is best? Researchers from Nova Scotia, Canada compared how six weeks…
HIIT Gets Adolescents Fit. Asthma Doesn’t Change That!
High-intensity interval training (HIIT; alternating short, intense bouts of exercise with short rest periods) is known to accelerate fitness improvements in healthy populations. This could be an effective strategy for those with asthma, as rest periods are introduced before an…
Time-saving high-intensity workouts can benefit people with spinal cord injuries, researchers find
Research from the Department of Kinesiology at McMaster University has found that the practical advantages of high-intensity interval training (HIIT), or short bursts of all-out exercise, could be especially beneficial for people who have experienced spinal cord injuries (SCI).
New Fitness Trends to Help You Achieve 2020 Health Goals
American College of Sports Medicine’s annual fitness trend forecast offers tips to meet 2020 fitness goals…and potentially spark ideas for last-minute holiday gifts.