Athletes abusing allowed drugs
16/4/2008 |
A new analysis of doping data among athletes has led doctors to urge tighter restrictions on the use of certain drugs used for therapeutic purposes or to control pain.
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Painkillers may help build muscle
11/4/2008 |
A study found that taking daily doses of ibuprofen or acetaminophen led to substantially greater increases over inactive placebo in quadriceps muscle mass and strength.
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Aerobics delays ageing by 12 years
10/4/2008 |
A person who maintains aerobic fitness may delay biological ageing by up to 12 years, a new analysis shows.
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New doping test for Olympic cheats
9/4/2008 |
The head of the World Anti-Doping Agency has said that an effective test for human growth hormone would be ready in time for the Beijing Olympics and warned drug cheats to beware.
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It's never too late to exercise
1/4/2008 |
Research shows that older adults avoid exercise because they think they will hurt themselves or make their condition worse when, in fact, most conditions are helped by exercise.
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Pro rugby players get more injuries
18/3/2008 |
Professional rugby players, like those participating in the Super 14, are more likely to suffer serious injuries than amateur or schoolboy level, a new study suggests.
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Fitness convention world class
17/3/2008 |
This year's fitness convention was dubbed a great success by organisers and conference-goers alike.
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Exercise gives you energy
3/3/2008 |
Couch potatoes who complain that they are tired all the time have an easy solution - a little light exercise.
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Mountain biking hurts scrotum
19/2/2008 |
Men who are serious about mountain biking may run a serious risk of injuries to the scrotum, a new study suggests.
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Walking protects the colon
22/1/2008 |
A large new study confirms that physical activity reduces the risk of developing colon cancer.
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