STRENGTH

This study looked at whether carrying heavy shopping bags twice a week can help adults who don't do enough strength training improve their muscle mass, strength, and endurance. 45 adults who were not meeting exercise guidelines either carried shopping bags for 15 minutes twice a …

This study tested whether taking ashwagandha (KSM-66) for 42 days helps athletes recover and improve muscle strength. 56 healthy rugby and water polo players took either 600 mg of ashwagandha or a placebo daily. Researchers measured stress hormones, muscle soreness, and performan…

This study looked at whether guided strength training and stretching, along with a home exercise plan, works better than just a home exercise plan alone for reducing pain in dental students. Sixteen second-year dental students took part. The goal was to see if these exercises cou…

This study looked at whether adding simple bodyweight exercises (calisthenics) to gym class helps teenagers get stronger and feel better about themselves. About 100 students aged 13-16 took part, with some doing the special program and others sticking to regular PE. After 12 week…