Research
As NIL Takes Over College Sports, AG1 Is Funding Scientists
Supplement maker AG1 is making a bold statement that scientists are as deserving as athletes of NIL sponsorships.
Smartwatch Stress Scores Rarely Match Reality, Researchers Say
The findings raise questions about whether wearables can reliably measure mental states, even as sleep tracking offered a modest bright spot.
New Study Shows 7,000 Steps a Day Is Enough for Major Health Benefits
Walking 7,000 steps a day may cut early death risk by 47%, lower dementia and more, nearly matching the 10,000-step goal.
Personality-Based Fitness May Be the New Workout Hack
A new UCL study finds personality traits can predict workout enjoyment, offering insight for personalized fitness and stress reduction.
Early to Bed, Active Tomorrow: Sleep Hack May Boost Exercise Time
Want to move more? Go to bed earlier, according to a new study linking sleep timing to improved physical activity.
Millions Rely on Fitness Trackers. A New Study Shows They’re Failing a Key Group
Northwestern researchers developed an open-source algorithm that improves fitness tracker accuracy for people with obesity.
Stronger in Less Time? Study Reveals the Sweet Spot for Muscle & Strength Gains
A new study reveals you may need less sets per session to build muscle and strength—challenging the idea that longer workouts are best.
Exercise, Rehab Prove Feasible Additions to Breast Cancer Care, Study Finds
A new study highlights how the CORE program can fill a key gap in cancer care by integrating fitness and rehab into treatment.
New Research Links Creatine to Depression Relief
New research highlights creatine’s potential beyond muscle building—showing promise as a supportive tool for depression.
Study Finds Environment Trumps Genetics in Aging & Mortality
New research finds that environmental factors have a greater influence than genetics when it comes to aging and premature mortality.