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08/01/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Cycling is safe after all: Men can return to their bikes as new study proves riding does NOT damage sexual or urinary functions

According to the results of a study, male cyclists have nothing to worry about when it comes to the state of their reproductive health. Researchers confirmed that cycling doesn’t negatively affect men’s reproductive system, which can help ease the minds of those who are worried that participating in the sport can lead to “erectile dysfunction […]

03/17/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Personalized nutrition on the rise in the sports and fitness community

From hobbyists to Olympic athletes to coaches, more and more members of the sports and fitness community are embracing personalized nutrition, reported a NutraIngredients article. Companies like Nestlé and Campbell’s Soup are investing millions of dollars into the rapidly-expanding sector. Olympians, professional sports players and coaches, Spartan racers, and serious amateur athletes are among the growing list […]

01/15/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Whole body vibration exercise, previously used for disease management, found to be effective at improving the physical condition of athletes as well

A study discovered that whole body vibration exercise not only manages diseases, but also improves the physical condition of athletes, particularly soccer players, divers, and combat athletes. A group of researchers from Rio de Janeiro State University in Rio de Janeiro and the University of Wolverhampton in the United Kingdom conducted a review on studies […]

08/31/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Certain probiotics found to improve athletic performance

If you’ve been training for marathon after marathon only to find that you struggle to keep up with the rest of the pack, it could be that you lack a certain gut bacteria that is giving the winners an edge. High-profile athletes across a wide range of disciplines, from Usain Bolt to Roger Federer to […]

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