You don’t need to look like a bodybuilder, but for healthy aging, maintaining muscle strength is likely just as important as getting enough aerobic activity. That’s according to the findings of a ...

Share on Pinterest Could muscle strength serve as a key longevity indicator for older females? Image credit: Johner Images/Getty Images A new study suggests that stronger muscles may be associated ...

When it comes to longevity, bigger is not always better. Aim for everyday strength. By Hilary Achauer These days, you might think you have to become a power lifter to age well. Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, a ...

Loss of muscle mass, also called muscle wasting or atrophy, can happen gradually as part of getting older or more suddenly due to underlying medical conditions. Other factors can contribute, like ...

Jose Areta received research funding from the Alliance for Potato Research and Education. With millions of people now using weight loss drugs such as Wegovy and Ozempic, understanding what impact this ...

Muscle cramps are the worst. Whether it's a side stitch during a run or a rogue "charley horse" that wakes you up at 3 in the morning, cramps can be incredibly painful and annoying. Cramps seem to ...

Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports. She is also the author of “Practical Solutions for Back Pain ...

Compounds in green tea can reprogram muscle metabolism to boost insulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance, according to new findings that further our understanding of why this ancient drink has long ...

If you’re someone who trains hard, you probably already know that recovery is just as crucial as the workout itself. But to get out the tight kinks and relieve sore muscles, there is a debate about ...

A blink of an eye seems natural and instantaneous, but is it? Without a functioning eyelid, the eye can become dry, irritated and eventually lose the ability to see clearly. Now, a team of UCLA ...

Adult skeletal muscle tolerates a lack of the coenzyme nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD), according to a study led by scientists at the University of Copenhagen. Their results suggest that ...