News tagged with physical performance
Light dependency underlies beneficial jetlag in racehorses
A new study has shown that racehorses are extremely sensitive to changes in daily light and, contrary to humans, can adapt very quickly to sudden shifts in the 24-hour light-dark cycle, such as those resulting from a transmeridian ...
Oct 18, 2011 |
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Diet-exercise combo best for obese seniors
For obese seniors, dieting and exercise together are more effective at improving physical performance and reducing frailty than either alone.
Mar 30, 2011 |
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High-caffeine-consuming boys get greater rush from caffeine than girls
Among the many differences between girls and boys, add the effects from caffeine -- physiological, behavioral and subjective -- to the list.
Feb 18, 2011 |
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Young rats given polyphenols show less endothelial function deterioration with aging
The endothelium is the inner lining of our blood vessels and normal functions of endothelial cells include enabling coagulation, platelet adhesion and immune function. Endothelial dysfunction is associated with reduced anticoagulant ...
Jan 31, 2011 |
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Study: Tai Chi relieves arthritis pain, improves reach, balance, well-being
In the largest study to date of the Arthritis Foundation's Tai Chi program, participants showed improvement in pain, fatigue, stiffness and sense of well-being.
Nov 08, 2010 |
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Bicarbonate adds fizz to players' tennis performance
Dietary supplementation with sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) on the morning of a tennis match allows athletes to maintain their edge. A randomized, controlled trial reported in BioMed Central's open access Journal of th ...
Oct 26, 2010 |
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Prolonged altitude training could reduce endurance
(PhysOrg.com) -- New research suggests that athletes and footballers may want to limit the time they spend training at altitude to improve their performance.
Medicine & Health / Medical research
Jun 29, 2010 |
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States requiring PE, but amount varies
(AP) -- More states are requiring physical education for elementary, middle and high school students, though few require kids to exercise for a specific amount of time.
Jun 02, 2010 |
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Anti-aging supplements may be best taken as mixtures, not too late in life, researchers find
(PhysOrg.com) -- Anti-aging supplements made up of mixtures might be better than single compounds at preventing decline in physical function, according to researchers at the University of Florida's Institute on Aging. In ...
Medicine & Health / Medical research
May 18, 2010 |
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Comprehensive screening test for falling risk developed by MU researcher
More than one-third of adults ages 65 and older fall each year in the U.S., and, according to the Centers for Disease Control, 40 percent of all seniors admitted to the hospital are there due to injuries from falls. However, ...
Mar 24, 2010 |
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Students' physical fitness associated with academic achievement; organized physical activity
Physical fitness is associated with academic performance in young people, according to a report presented at the American Heart Association's 2010 Conference on Nutrition, Physical Activity and Metabolism.
Mar 02, 2010 |
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Are you the next Usain Bolt? The answer could be in your saliva
(PhysOrg.com) -- Scientists at Newcastle University are launching a ground-breaking study to find out why some of us can run faster than others - despite doing the same amount of training.
Aug 20, 2009 |
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High-fat diet affects physical and memory abilities of rats after 9 days
Rats fed a high-fat diet show a stark reduction in their physical endurance and a decline in their cognitive ability after just nine days, a study by Oxford University researchers has shown.
Medicine & Health / Medical research
Aug 11, 2009 |
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Achieving optimal efficiencies for nanoengines
(PhysOrg.com) -- "There's a lot of recent interest in understanding the functioning and optimal performance of small systems," Katja Lindenberg tells PhysOrg.com. Lindenberg is a scientist in the Department of Chemistry and Bi ...
Apr 29, 2009 |
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Schoolkids May Need Coaching on Emotions, School Success
(PhysOrg.com) -- Your 7-year-old may understand that a positive attitude is an asset when taking a spelling test, doing a math problem or tackling a science lesson. But don't expect a kindergartner to make that link.
Medicine & Health / Psychology & Psychiatry
Mar 18, 2009 |
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