Wildfire smoke can make your outdoor workout hazardous to your health – an exercise scientist explains how to gauge the risk

Factors like your health status and how hard you exercise can help gauge the risk of wildfire smoke exposure.

John C. Quindry, Professor of Integrative Physiology and Athletic Training, University of Montana • conversation
yesterday • ~9 min

Chronic stress contributes to cognitive decline and dementia risk – 2 healthy-aging experts explain what you can do about it

Even small lifestyle changes – such as more social interaction and a better diet – can help reduce stress.

Martin J. Sliwinski, Professor of Human Development and Family Studies, Penn State • conversation
May 28, 2025 • ~10 min

Too much sitting increases risk of future health problems in chest pain patients – new research

Patients with chest pain who have a sedentary lifestyle are at higher risk for more heart problems and death within the year following hospitalization.

Keith Diaz, Associate Professor of Behavioral Medicine, Columbia University • conversation
May 21, 2025 • ~5 min

Running with a stroller: 2 biomechanics researchers on how it affects your form − and risk of injury

Pushing a stroller changes how runners move, lowering some injury risks while raising others. Here’s what the biomechanics data reveals.

Joseph M. Mahoney, Chair of Engineering; Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering, Alvernia University • conversation
May 6, 2025 • ~7 min

Vitamin deficiency may be why you’re so tired – a nutritional neuroscientist explains how to kickstart your energy by getting essential nutrients in a well-rounded diet, along with more sleep and exercise

Many Americans are deficient in vitamin D, vitamin B12 and omega-3 fatty acids, all of which affect energy levels.

Lina Begdache, Associate Professor of Health and Wellness Studies, Binghamton University, State University of New York • conversation
Jan. 7, 2025 • ~9 min

Light exercise can yield significant cognitive benefits, new research shows

The study shows cognitive processing speed increased even when participants were moderately active.

Jonathan G. Hakun, Assistant Professor of Neurology, Psychology, & Public Health Sciences, Penn State • conversation
Nov. 27, 2024 • ~4 min

Strength training early in life can set up kids and adolescents for a lifetime of health and well-being

Strength training programs for young people can improve muscle tone, prevent obesity and develop good exercise habits that last into adulthood.

Zachary Gillen, Assistant Professor of Exercise Physiology, Mississippi State University • conversation
Nov. 8, 2024 • ~9 min

People with physical and mobility disabilities need to work out, but there are a lot of obstacles in their way

Whether ‘adaptive’ equipment is expensive or affordable, expert guidance is essential for many people with disabilities.

Alexandra Jamieson, Research Scientist of Biomedical Technologies, University of Texas at Arlington • conversation
Aug. 26, 2024 • ~7 min

Athletes looking for a competitive edge may find it within their gut microbiome

Athletes have different gut microbiomes compared with the general population. Some of these microbes are thought to improve endurance and recovery by optimizing the cell’s powerhouses.

Christopher Damman, Associate Professor of Gastroenterology, School of Medicine, University of Washington • conversation
July 23, 2024 • ~10 min

Why are some people faster than others? 2 exercise scientists explain the secrets of running speed

Your sprinting skills have a lot to do with genetics, but your brain also plays a big role.

Elizabeth (Kip) Webster, Associate Professor of Exercise Science, University of Tennessee • conversation
April 29, 2024 • ~7 min

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