Fitness Scholar – Page 12

Repetitive Motions from Sports Cause Major Muscle Imbalances

The high volume of repetitive motions that result from playing sports can lead to major muscle imbalances. A new study[…]

Weakness of the “inner core” muscles, such as transverse abdominis and multifidus, could be one mechanism that contributes to back[…]

Individuals who experience adverse events as children have increased activity in the upper trapezius as adults. A new study examined[…]

The deep core muscles may be essential for protecting the spine from excessive loading. According to a new study, peak[…]

Researchers investigating reduced breathing found that running economy could be improved by a remarkable 6 percent following a brief course[…]

There are studies showing relationships between GERD and sleep apnea – 5 1 There are stuies showing relationships between GERD[…]

Tightness in the gastrocnemius may play a major role in plantar fasciitis. A new study examined 101 patients who suffered[…]

Years of participating in contact sports could increase athletes’ tolerance to pain. A new study subjected athletes to various measures[…]

In the short-term, pain relief from real acupuncture may not appear to be greater than pain relief from a placebo,[…]

Tendinopathy can be a difficult, painful condition that does not always respond well to physical therapy. Fortunately, experts are making[…]