Beijing Sport University

This study tested if combining a traditional herbal supplement (Cistanche deserticola extract) with a supervised aerobic exercise program could help men with central obesity. For 18 weeks, 125 participants either followed the exercise and supplement plan or received general lifes…

This study tested whether teaching female runners with knee pain to change their running form (gait retraining) using a wearable device could reduce their pain and improve function. It compared this approach to simply providing educational information. The goal was to see if alte…

This study tested whether taking a Rhodiola rosea supplement for four weeks could help competitive male football players perform better. Twenty-four players were randomly given either the supplement or a placebo pill while continuing their normal training. Researchers measured th…

This study tested whether a special electric therapy (CRET) combined with balance training could help people with chronic ankle instability. Researchers worked with 31 active adults who had unstable ankles, splitting them into groups that received either balance training, the ele…

This study tested whether rehabilitation exercises performed in a pool are more effective than traditional land-based exercises for people recovering from ACL knee surgery. Researchers compared two small groups of patients doing either water or land therapy for 2-3 weeks. They me…

This study tested whether taking a Rhodiola rosea supplement for 28 days could help basketball players perform better and feel less tired during simulated games. Researchers gave the supplement or a placebo to 48 healthy, professional male players. They measured game completion t…

This study tested whether taking caffeine, an herb called Rhodiola rosea, or both together for four weeks could help trained male soccer players perform better when tired. Researchers measured how high players could jump, how hard and accurately they could head the ball, and thei…

This study looked at whether different ways of talking to yourself can help soccer forwards play better and feel less stressed. Researchers tested 36 healthy male university players over six weeks, comparing motivational self-talk (boosting confidence) to instructional self-talk …