Latest about science of sports
6 ways an athlete’s brain differs from an average person’s
By
Emily Cooke
published 10 August 24
Sports mastery is about much more than physical capability — it shapes the brain, too.
Neuroscience
What happens when you ‘hit the wall’?
By
Emily Cooke
published 10 August 24
Experts tell Live Science what it means to “hit the wall” while exercising and how to avoid it.
Exercise
‘Breaking,’ aka breakdancing, is in the Olympics for the 1st time — here’s the brain science behind it
By
Nicoletta Lanese
published 9 August 24
Here’s the brain science of breaking, the dance style making its Olympic debut in Paris.
Neuroscience
What is doping? And which performance-enhancing drugs are banned?
By
Sara G. Miller,
Emily Cooke
last updated 2 August 24
Many drugs are forbidden for use by athletes in major international competitions, such as the Olympics. Here’s why.
Medicine & Drugs
USA Basketball doctor shares what it’s like to treat athletes at the Olympics
By
Emily Cooke
published 1 August 24
An orthopedic surgeon explains what it’s like to support USA Basketball at the Olympics.
Exercise
Olympic athletes dive into the Seine — days after it was deemed too contaminated with poop for safe swimming
By
Nicoletta Lanese
published 31 July 24
Olympic triathlon racers finally dove into the Seine following postponements due to poor water-quality test results. Will the water stay swimmable?
Exercise
At what age does athleticism peak in different sports?
By
James Witts
published 31 July 24
The Paris Olympics welcome the strongest, fastest and sharpest athletes in the world. But to what extent does age raise or lessen their chances of gold?
Exercise
‘Simone is a very, very rare bird’: Experts discuss the science behind Simone Biles’ gymnastic prowess
By
Stephanie Pappas
published 30 July 24
Even among the world’s most elite gymnasts, American Simone Biles, now competing in her third Olympic Games, is a standout.
Exercise
What’s the heaviest weight a person can lift?
By
Patience Asanga
published 28 July 24
The world’s strongest lifters on record won acclaim for hoisting thousands of pounds into the air at one time. Could they ever go heavier?
Exercise
What’s the most dangerous sport in the world?
By
Patrick Pester
published 27 July 24
It’s hard to compare sports head-to-head, but some stand out in terms of their risk of causing injury or death.
Exercise
Source : Live Science