Fast-twitch fibers help with explosive movements like sprinting and weight lifting. Genetics and training influence the distribution of fast-twitch and slow-twitch muscle fibers. Doing strength ...

When you picture different athletes – marathon runners, gymnasts and Olympic weightlifters, for example – you likely categorise them instinctively by their height, size and build. But what makes these ...

Targeting the right muscle fibers is key.

Last time we discussed the different muscle fibre typology of world-class cyclists in different disciplines. Now let’s explore how different muscle typology can affect recovery from high-intensity ...

More mileage during training results in faster finish times, right? Recent research suggests that might be true for some runners—but not for everyone. Before and immediately after each training period ...

Let’s be real: No matter how badly you want to hit your fitness goals or see results from your workouts, spending the entire day sweating isn't feasible for most folks—pro athletes, aside. That's ...