If you want to be a star athlete, it helps to have an arm like Andrew Luck, quick moves like Derrick Rose—and a brain like Michael Phelps. Studies show champions aren’t just physically superior; they’re psychologically stronger—and you can be too. Read the full article in Men’s Health News.
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The Emperor’s New (Running) Shoes
Barefoot running advocates argue that, in addition to preventing injuries, ditching shoes makes you more efficient—meaning you can go faster expending the same amount of effort. After all, the typical trainer adds 10 to 11 ounces of weight to your feet, which surely must drag you down, right? Not so fast (or slow), a new study finds. Read the full article in Men’s Health News.
Which Lift Should You Do First?
When you’re making your to-do list, you tend to put more important tasks up top. A new research review confirms you should take the same approach in the gym. Put key moves up front for the biggest strength gains. Read the full article in Men’s Health News.
Workout Recovery: 4 Natural Remedies for Muscle Soreness
Countless drinks and pills promise to soothe sore muscles and speed up your recovery time after a tough workout, but do any actually help? Read the rundown of four all-natural remedies that have been backed up by science in Women’s Health.
Are You Drinking Too Much Water?
About half of runners use one of those strategies when training and racing for distances from 5K to the marathon, according to recent survey results published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. Read the full article in Men’s Health News.