Respiratory muscle training (RMT) has become an increasingly important component of stroke rehabilitation, aimed at enhancing respiratory muscle strength, endurance and overall pulmonary function.

Objective To determine how distinct combinations of resistance training prescription (RTx) variables (load, sets and frequency) affect muscle strength and hypertrophy. Data sources MEDLINE, Embase, ...

Julia Ries Wexler is a writer focusing on all things health and wellness. She has over 10 years of experience in health journalism, and though she has written about pretty much every health topic ...

Research shows people who do weight training a few days a week live longer. Women get the biggest boost in longevity. Strength training is also good for mood, and it helps protect joints and bones. A ...

In the ongoing debate of strength vs size, many lifters lean towards the belief that heavier weights automatically lead to bigger muscles. It’s easy to see why: the idea that increasing load equals ...

This is the 51st instalment in a series on dementia, including the research into its causes and treatment, advice for carers, and stories of hope. We talk in terms of “use it or lose it” for both ...

When it comes to getting stronger, the old debate has always been the same: is it your muscles getting bigger, or your nervous system getting more efficient at using them? Now, new research from ...

If you've let your workout routine slide, the first time back in the gym can be a humbling experience. Your shoulders quake and quads tremble at what were once easy lifts. Luckily, research suggests ...

If you only have time to get in one single set, is it really worth it? Will you make gains over time with single-set training ...

Ageing doesn't have to be synonymous with physical deterioration and loss of vitality. But when we hit 50, should we prioritise cardio or strength training to maintain our health? Maybe it's even ...