TrainingSlow vs Traditional Squat Tempo to Failure: What the Study Found
A crossover study compared slow and traditional barbell squats taken to failure. The tempos redistributed stress rather than producing one universal winner.
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Vegan Diet, Muscle Loss, and Resistance Training in Older Adults: New Trial
In a 12-week trial, a self-selected vegan diet reduced protein intake and muscle measures in adults over 65. Resistance training mitigated, but did not erase, the losses.
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PeptidesLaura Meador Sanction: IRMS Testosterone Finding and Four-Year Ban
An independent arbitrator imposed a four-year sanction on masters weightlifter Laura Meador after USADA presented an IRMS finding consistent with exogenous testosterone.
NewsHYROX Washington D.C. 2026: Five-Day Schedule, Check-In, and Race Guide
HYROX Washington D.C. runs September 3–7, 2026, across five days. Here are the official division windows, venue, check-in rules, and ceremony times.
DietFood Order for Athletes: Carbs First or Vegetables and Protein First?
In 14 trained footballers, eating carbohydrate last lowered the early glucose rise but increased hunger and cravings. Later food intake did not change.
TrainingFlywheel Training Microdosing: One Set Daily vs One Weekly Session
A six-week trial split the same 30 flywheel leg-press sets into daily microdoses or one weekly session. Strength gains were similar, but soreness and architecture differed.
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