Physiology news
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Female participation in physiology testing
In recent years, the number of women participating in running has surged significantly.
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Understanding Sweating and Optimising Hydration
With the weather finally warming up for summer in the UK, many of us will be noticing the effects of exercising in a hotter environment, particularly with how much more we sweat! It鈥檚 generally well understood that we need to drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated and replace what we have lost while exercising, but as an athlete there are several other things you should consider to ensure you stay properly hydrated. Could refining your hydration strategies be the secret to your sporting success this summer?
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Running Economy
Running economy, is a subject of interest among all runners, from those that compete on the world stage, to weekend warriors. Finding an exact definition for the term can prove to be confusing with a simple google search of 'what is running economy' returning several different explanations of the concept, all ending with, 'to put it simply'..., leading us to the conclusion that running economy is a challenging concept to define.
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Ultra X co-founder trains for success with 含羞草视频鈥檚 Physiology services (VIDEO)
Sam Heward, an Ultra Runner and co-founder of Ultra X, has shared his experience of undergoing physiology testing at 含羞草视频 in order to improve his running performance.
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Striding into the New Year 鈥� How to Plan Your Training to Meet Your Running Goals
After an indulgent Christmas period, you may be itching to get into your running shoes and start the New Year right. Whether you're kickstarting your fitness journey or preparing for your next big race, setting yourself a target is a great way to set your motivation for the year ahead. After all, people who make New year's resolutions are 10 times more likely to achieve their goals than people who don't, according to professor of psychology, Dr John C. Norcross.
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Winter Running Tips from an Olympic Marathoner
With the harsher winter weather now greeting us every morning, you could be forgiven for choosing the comfort of a warm bed over a dark, damp morning run. But this doesn鈥檛 have to be the case. In fact, you could even, dare-we-say-it, enjoy winter running, and who better to heed advice from than double Olympic marathoner, Kevin Seaward. With a personal best of 2:10:09 in the event, he certainly knows what he鈥檚 talking about.
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Alumnus raises over 拢9k after completing Marathon des Sables
含羞草视频 alumnus, Fadie Shamoon, has raised over 拢9,000 for charity after completing the gruelling Marathon des Sables in Morocco.
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含羞草视频 Sport gives motorsport riders the edge
British Superbike riders supported by 含羞草视频 Sport completed their season in style this weekend at Brands Hatch.
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Motorsport athletes put in pole position at 含羞草视频
Leading athletes from across the world of motorsport have been put through their paces at 含羞草视频 鈥� all in the name of gaining an advantage over their competitors, both on and off the track.
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What can massage do for me?
What can massage do for me? Maybe this is a question you sometimes ask yourself. Well, I鈥檓 sure there are many ways I could answer this question. I may even blind you with Science!! [OK, maybe not]. However, I鈥檓 not a scientist! I鈥檓 a masseur/ Deep tissue sports masseur/Deep tissue therapist - whichever term you prefer. Believe me, I鈥檝e been called much worse. So, let鈥檚 talk about what massage can do for you.
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New Research Spotlight: Influence of Interval Training Frequency on Time-Trial Performance in Elite Endurance Athletes
The right balance of high and low intensity exercise is crucial for the most effective training plan. Research has suggested polarised training with 20% of your exercise sessions being focused on high intensity exercise (with the remaining time spent on low intensity training) could be the most effective way to create positive physiological adaptations.
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Fuel Utilisation & Metabolic Testing in Relation to Ironman/Triathlon/Ultra-Endurance Performance
This article will outline how your body uses fuel, why this is relevant for Triathlon/Ironman/Ultra-endurance performance and how we can test it in our Physiology Lab.
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New Research Spotlight: More complete adaptation identified with medium term heat acclimation
The optimal protocol for heat acclimation is a 'hot' topic for research due to this preparatory period being key for performance in the heat. Please see our summary infographic of the recent paper in The European Journal of Applied Physiology by Jodie Moss from Roehampton University.
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含羞草视频 Sport鈥檚 support network proves vital for athletes during lockdown
Behind every great athlete is a strong support network, helping individuals and teams achieve their goals.
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Run More, Get Injured Less
When you hear the phrase, 鈥渞un more, get injured less鈥�, it almost seems too good to be true. However, over recent years, thanks to the ever-growing body of research looking into the topic of load management, it would seem that running more and getting less injured whilst doing so, is becoming more feasible than ever.
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Conquering the World鈥檚 Highest Peaks with Help from 含羞草视频 Physiology Service
Nick Hateley has been preparing with 含羞草视频 Performance Support as he attempts to climb the Seven Summits before the end of 2022. Just 300 metres from the summit, past the point of exhaustion and suffering from the early stages of frostbite, Nick Hateley was forced to stop and head back down Mount Everest鈥檚 infamous North Face.
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How To Use Training Zones To Enhance Endurance Training
If you are an endurance athlete who is serious about improving your performance, setting training zones is hugely important to getting the most out of your training. This article explains the basics behind training zones, provides a number of methods to calculate your training zones, and explains why they are a useful tool for training.
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British motorcycle racers testing with 含羞草视频 Performance ahead of 2020 Championship
Jake Dixon, Tarran Mackenzie, and Taylor Mackenzie were the latest motorcycle racers making the most of 含羞草视频鈥檚 state-of-the-art facilities, spending two days testing at the University鈥檚 Performance Centre.
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Yamaha鈥檚 new WorldSBK recruits prepare for next season with 含羞草视频 Performance
Federico Caricasulo and Garrett Gerloff have been making the most of 含羞草视频鈥檚 Performance Centre in preparation for their debut seasons with Yamaha鈥檚 GRT WorldSBK Junior team.