Before Adam Sharples became a molecular physiologist studying muscle memory, he played professional rugby. Over his years as an athlete, he noticed that he and his teammates seemed to return to form ...

Let’s get one thing straight: Muscle is muscle. Despite what many fitness influencers may have you believe, there’s no such thing as "lean muscle" or "bulk muscle." It’s all made from the same stuff.

Statins have transformed heart health, saving millions of lives by lowering cholesterol and reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes. But for many patients, these drugs come with a troubling ...

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While sitting still at your desk or watching TV, you sense a feeling of muscular discomfort in your arm or leg. It’s not quite a charley horse, but you can see your skin pulsating involuntarily, as if ...

Repeatedly doing the same type of activity — whether it’s running, lifting or sitting — can have serious downsides. By Hilary Achauer When you head out for your daily run, with each stride you’re ...

Examining the muscles of Eddie Hall, a British strongman and deadlift champion, has given researchers greater insight into muscle strength, which could inform athletic performance, injury prevention, ...

These tender bumps in your neck or back can be a pain, but a few research-backed strategies can help to relieve discomfort. By Danielle Friedman If you’ve ever had a shoulder massage or used a foam ...

The human body is a wonderous thing, especially when you consider how intricate and efficient each bodily system is. For instance, an adult’s blood vessels could encircle the earth 2.5 times if ...

Researchers have investigated the effect of increased cell temperature on the contractility of skeletal muscle and cardiac muscle by heating the muscle proteins using advanced microscopical techniques ...