Repeated exercise, or wasting, can change the way key genes work.

A new study finds that even after weight returns in anorexia nervosa, muscle strength may remain impaired, with implications for recovery.

Anorexia nervosa is a psychiatric condition characterized by a fear of weight gain and reduced calorie consumption that can result in dangerous weight loss. This condition is thought to affect around ...

Taking creatine before or after workouts aids muscle growth and strength. Consistency matters more than timing. It boosts ...

Among all the aspects athletes and trainers neglect is getting the proper amount of sleep to boost the process of muscle recovery. But that’s the time when actual magic happens. Regardless of whatever ...

New research suggests that fish oil supplements may accelerate muscle healing in aging rats and muscle cells, potentially offering a solution for quicker recovery from age-related muscle injuries in ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Ever pushed yourself so hard in a workout sesh that every little movement (say, getting up out of bed or ...

Older runners need to up their recovery game in order to run for a lifetime. Here, the science- and expert-back strategies ...