Speed, agility and strength are definitely assets on the football field. But when it comes to hits to the head,
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Decline in sports-related sudden cardiac death linked with rise in bystander resuscitation
Fewer sports-related sudden cardiac arrest victims die nowadays, a trend linked with increased bystander cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), reports a study
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Physical activity at any intensity linked to lower risk of early death: But being sedentary for several hours a day linked to increased risk
Clear evidence that higher levels of physical activity — regardless of intensity — are associated with a lower risk of
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Does use of headgear reduce the rate injuries in high school women’s lacrosse?
Headgear worn during women’s lacrosse practice and games can reduce the rate of head and face injuries as well as
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Performance-enhancing bacteria found in the microbiomes of elite athletes: Introducing this bacteria to sedentary individuals improves exercise capacity
New research has identified a type of bacteria found in the microbiomes of elite athletes that contributes to improved capacity
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Children who walk to school less likely to be overweight or obese
Children who regularly walk or cycle to school are less likely to be overweight or obese than those who travel
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Despite transition period, maximal running shoes may still increase risk of injury
A six-week transition period did not help wearers adjust to “maximal” running shoes, indicating that increased impact forces and loading
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Exercise adds up to big brain boosts
Anyone who trains for a marathon knows that individual running workouts add up over time to yield a big improvement
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Role of a deep brain structure in concussion
Concussion researchers have long suggested that damage to the corpus callosum, a thick bundle of nerves that connects the brain’s
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Baby up at night? Inactivity may be a culprit
New Michigan State University research suggests babies who are less active get less sleep, something new parents may want to
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