People from all types of lifestyles and demographics can suffer from pain and injury. Whether they are physically active or[…]
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Author: Zach Cooper
Zach Cooper is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Licensed Massage Therapist who has committed his life towards helping others improve their health.
The Science of Ab Training
How to Herniate a Disc In a multimillion biomechanics lab at the University of Waterloo, the world’s leading expert on[…]
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Blind People are Dramatically Less Likely to Develop Schizophrenia
Blindness may have a protective effect against schizophrenia. In a new study in the journal “Schizophrenia Research”, researchers examined the[…]
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Prenatal or Early-life Antibiotics Increases Risk for Obesity
Exposure to antibiotics in utero or during the very early stages of life may increase susceptibility to obesity. In a[…]
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Elite Sprinters Have More Fast-Twitch Muscle Fibers
Being genetically endowed with a higher proportion of fast-twitch muscle fibers may be key for competing at an elite level[…]
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Birth Control Decreases Risk for ACL Tear
The hormonal effects of birth control may have protective effects against connective tissue injuries. In a new study in the[…]
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Less Injuries Occur During Thursday Night Football Games
When athletes in the NFL play football on Thursday night, they have had more chance to rest since their most[…]
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Smoking Slows Down Connective Tissue Healing
Those who suffer from connective tissue dysfunction, such as tendon injuries, may be influenced by metabolic factors such as exposure[…]
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Pro Athletes Suffer Less Injuries if they Played Multiple Sports in High School
Professional athletes are more likely to become injured if they specialized in sports early in their career. In a new[…]
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Weak Core and Weak Glutes Leads to Injuries in Runners
Two of the most prominent causes of injuries in runners may be weak glutes or weak core muscles. In a[…]
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