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Foam rolling can help athletes hurdle the post-halftime slump

A new study looks at how this common self-massage technique affects athletic performances

Think twice before you ice after an injury

Applying ice to a sprained ankle or wrist decreases blood flow to the area for longer than previously thought

During the pandemic, mid-day might be the safest time to play soccer

New research looks into how to keep sports leagues in play while minimizing COVID-19 spread

Scientists are trying to diagnose concussions through a simple blood test

Measuring levels of two key proteins could be the answer to this tricky problem

photos of bright pink and green running shoes

CC-BY Marco Verch on Flickr

The science behind Nike's Vaporfly shoes

World Athletics has put limits on the types of shoes that marathoners can wear to prevent sponsored athletes from having unfair advantages

Have you ever wondered why it's harder to maintain your weight as you get older?

New research shows that as you age, the rate at which lipids are removed from your fat tissue decreases

Can exercise counteract the effects of aging on our muscles?

New research is making it seem increasingly likely – to a point