The afterburn exists and it can be very significant
Mar 14, 2011
I've spent more than 30 years reading scientific papers and abstracts on subjects of interest to me: running, fitness, health and related topics. No a...
Voluntary participation in an active learning exercise leads to a better understanding of physiology
Mar 2, 2011
Students learn best when they are focused and thinking about the subject at hand. To teach physiology, we must offer opportunities for students to act...
Increased renal alpha-epithelial sodium channel (ENAC) protein and increased ENAC activity in normal pregnancy
Aug 4, 2010
Pregnancy-mediated sodium (Na) retention is required to provide an increase in plasma volume for the growing fetus. The mechanisms responsible for thi...
The Hidden Benefits of Exercise
Jan 5, 2010
As millions of Americans flock to the gym armed with New Year's resolutions to get in shape, medical experts are offering an additional reason to exer...
Phys Ed: Does Ibuprofen Help or Hurt During Exercise?
Sep 1, 2009
Several years ago, David Nieman set out to study racers at the Western States Endurance Run, a 100-mile test of human stamina held annually in the Sie...