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Can you get stronger without pushing yourself to the limit?

Can you get stronger without pushing yourself to the limit?

Pushing every set until you cannot do another rep may not improve strength or muscle growth, and can make recovery harder.

31.07.2026 20

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Do infrared saunas improve workout recovery? The evidence is still lukewarm

Heat can relax tired muscles and briefly improve power, but current studies do not show that i infrared saunas speed the body’s repair processes.

22.07.2026 30

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Are you exercising at the wrong time? How your body clock can affect your workouts

Aligning your workouts to your unique ‘chronotype’ may boost the benefits you see.

12.05.2026 30

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The Norwegian 4x4 Hiit workout is a favourite among athletes and actress Jessica Biel – here’s why it’s so beneficial

The 4x4 workout can improve cardiovascular fitness in those short on time.

12.01.2026 30

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Staying fit over Christmas using science-backed methods

Disrupted routines can create practical barriers to exercise. Research-backed planning strategies and flexible workout options can help maintain...

22.12.2025 20

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Should young people take creatine?

Creatine is one of the most widely-used sports supplements out there.

29.10.2025 20

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Five ways professional athletes are redefining the limits of age in sport

Novak Djokovic, 38, Jess Fishlock, 38, Ronaldo, 39. Elite athletes are staying at the top longer than ever. Here’s how science is redefining peak...

23.07.2025 30

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Women’s Euro 2025: what players do to recover between matches — and how they prepare for their next game

From the moment players leave the pitch, the recovery process begins.

10.07.2025 30

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From sore muscles to smartwatches and stubborn belly fat: answers to six of the most common fitness questions

From running and knee health to calorie tracking, a sport and exercise scientist answers some of the most common fitness questions .

30.06.2025 20

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