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Workout patch delivers some of the benefits of exercise with no exertion
5+ hour, 56+ min ago (400+ words) Initially, Ng Shyh-Chang at the Beijing Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine in China and his colleagues injected muscle cells into mice with the aim of increasing their muscle mass, but this had an unexpected result. “This thing was…...
How working out like an astronaut can reduce back pain and slow ageing
5+ mon, 22+ hour ago (831+ words) The same principles that help astronauts stay strong in microgravity can help us all resist the slow collapse of ageing – and it’s not all about hitting the gym more During my years working with astronauts, it was routine to hear…...
Endurance brain cells may determine how long you can run for
6+ mon, 1+ week ago (456+ words) The activity of certain neurons may influence our endurance for exercise, and these could be targeted to help us run faster for longer Your limits when exercising really could be all in your head Researchers have identified neurons in mice…...
Why adding cross training into your exercise routine is the way to go
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (280+ words) There are huge benefits to ringing the changes when it comes to exercise, finds committed runner Grace Wade when she analyses the science You may benefit from mixing up your aerobic workoutsPiero Facci / Alamy Piero Facci / Alamy I often say…...
Why exercise isn't much help if you are trying to lose weight
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (953+ words) When we exercise more, our bodies may compensate by using less energy for other things – especially if we eat less too There are lots of reasons to exercise, but it may not lead to weight loss as much as we…...
Cross-training may be the key to a long life
7+ mon, 5+ day ago (572+ words) People who combine different types of exercise - such as running, cycling and swimming - seem to live longer than those with less varied workouts Variety is the spice of life, perhaps particularly when it comes to working out Many sportspeople do…...
Why my 2026 fitness resolution is all about getting mobile
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (300+ words) After finding success with last year's New Year's resolution, health reporter Grace Wade has grand plans for 2026 – and the science to back them up Improving mobility is a great goal for 2026Sally Anderson / Alamy Sally Anderson / Alamy It is that time…...
The exercises you need to do to reach 100 in great shape
11+ mon, 1+ week ago (870+ words) To be truly fit in older age, you need to work on specific aspects of your fitness – and research shows that it’s never too late to reap the benefits “My secret is that I never get off the sofa,” said…...