sports research

The Approach of the Coach: Evidence Versus Intuition

The Approach of the Coach: Evidence Versus Intuition

Read the evidence, but don’t ignore what works.
Digitally Embedding Crowds in Charity and Fun Runs

Digitally Embedding Crowds in Charity and Fun Runs

A newly developed digital relay baton broadcasts information to a webpage allowing people from around the world to keep pace with endurance athletes.
American Children Are Among the World’s Least Fit

American Children Are Among the World’s Least Fit

Despite Olympic success, America's youth are surprisingly unfit compared with other countries.
Heat Shock Proteins: Science's Secret to Muscle Building

Heat Shock Proteins: Science's Secret to Muscle Building

Understanding HSP's cellular role in the hypertrophy process could lead to your biggest gains yet.
How to Avoid Cargo Cult Science in Fitness Literature

How to Avoid Cargo Cult Science in Fitness Literature

Much of what we ready in fitness publications looks like science and feels like science, but it is missing something.
Can Mental Distractions Help Fight Fatigue?

Can Mental Distractions Help Fight Fatigue?

We preach about focus and determination during training, but sometimes letting your mind wander can bring the best results.