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Research explores the differences between active and inactive twins, and why such pairs are so rare
Researchers in Japan try to figure out which miles matter most for long-distance runners
Sports medicine physicians are rethinking the relationship between damage to your body and how it feels
The mile isnt just another race distance. Its almost its own sport.
The latest deaths raised questions about the role of COVID, but analyses of nearly a centurys worth of climbing records suggest some consistent patterns
New research explores why you go slower and feel worse, even though youre pushing as hard as usual
Improving your max aerobic power may come at the cost of worse efficiency, a study finds
The popular self-massage devices have a devoted following, but the evidence for their benefits is murky
To counteract caffeine tolerance, new research suggests you need to swear it off temporarily
Yes, the physiology and biomechanics of treadmill running are a little different. But how you feel about it is probably more important.
We know that cognitive function is impaired at high altitude, but its not entirely clear why
Military researchers have spent years calculating the energy cost of hauling a pack in various conditions. Here's how to use what theyve found.
The myth that running causes osteoarthritis and ruins your knees has long been debunked. But what if your joints are already ruined?
A mathematical approach to flagging suspicious race times shows its worth
Two new studies remind us of what we already know but sometimes forget
It sounds hokey, but it works in the laband for the greatest marathoner in the world
The counterintuitive theory has pervaded books, studies, and Reddit threads and is something of a rally cry for LCHF converts. But while there may be some benefit to monitoring insulin levels, there's no need to cut out all carbs quite yet.