#exercise-physiology

[ follow ]
fromCyclingnews
1 day ago

New test used by WorldTour pros finally sheds light on the individuality of carbohydrate intake, and we've put it to the test

A new test developed by WorldTour nutritionists quantifies the rate of exogenous carbohydrate oxidation, allowing athletes to understand their carbohydrate needs during exercise.
Science
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Stay Well: What is VO2 max and should I get mine tested?

"VO2 max is the maximum amount of oxygen your body can consume during intense exercise. It is the gold standard measurement of aerobic fitness," says Ken O'Halloran, Professor of Physiology at University College Cork.
Health
#muscle-growth
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Is it true that doing pilates can lengthen your muscles?

Pilates workouts do not lengthen muscles; instead, increased flexibility and improved range of motion can create an appearance of longer muscles.
Yoga
[ Load more ]