Exercise normally boosts the body’s ability to use oxygen, a key marker of health and longevity — but high blood sugar can block that benefit. Researchers found that a ketogenic diet helped mice ...

Dr. Jarrod Plank (Class of 2019) wanted to pursue physical therapy and began that journey by studying exercise science at Morehead State University. Now, as an assistant professor of kinesiology at ...

If you get a rush from organized sports or feel proud when you work out with teammates and help one another succeed, then check out exercise science. Your course of study will prepare you to ...

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Researchers recommended a tailored, scientifically validated exercise program to individuals receiving chemotherapy for ...

Exercise is important for longevity, but variety matters. New research links exercise variety with a nearly 20% lower risk of dying prematurely. There are a few ways to approach this, according to ...

Action is urgently needed to address the dearth of older women in sport and exercise science, not only for the sake of the growing numbers of female athletes, but women’s health in general, urge a ...

Increasing our level of physical fitness leads to a bigger release of brain-boosting proteins following one session of ...

Studies reveal a link between exercise and a more resilient, diverse microbiome. Fact checked by Nick Blackmer You might pop a probiotic or chug some kombucha in pursuit of better gut health. But ...

Researchers have discovered a biological switch that explains why movement keeps bones strong. The protein senses physical activity and pushes bone marrow stem cells to build bone instead of storing ...