Our biceps and our brain cells may have more in common than previously thought. New research led by the Lippincott-Schwartz Lab shows that a network of subcellular structures similar to those ...

Your muscles aren’t just for lifting heavy objects and looking good in photos—they’re actually functioning as a sophisticated chemical factory that produces brain-boosting compounds essential for ...

Muscle memory is a powerful tool for enhancing muscle mass gains through improved coordination, recruitment of muscle fibres, ...

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a devastating cause of memory loss and cognitive decline, for which no curative treatment is available. Among lifestyle factors, physical activity stands out as possibly ...

Why does riding a bike feel natural again, even after years away? Scientists are unpicking muscle memory in your brain and fibres, with surprising consequences for ageing and dementia. You can go ...

The term muscle memory may also be used in a more literal sense to describe how muscles seem to get stronger or bigger if they have been trained before. Research supports this idea, suggesting prior ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. For years, women were taught to think about muscle as cosmetic. Something tied to appearance, weight, or fitness culture. But in ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. She talks about muscle building as a taboo for women throughout history and touches on how women, especially women in midlife and ...

A growing body of research suggests strength training can help preserve cognition and improve brain health as you age. Experts explain the best way to work strength training into your routine.

Grow your muscle, grow your brain. For decades it’s getting clearer—physical activity leads to more brain cells. But how? And why? A recent paper in Cell Metabolism shows the advantages of ...