Expert coaches say the mind-muscle connection (MMC) is one of the most important factors to consider when exercising, whether ...

Every lift, sprint, or explosive movement begins in the brain. Your central nervous system (CNS) sends the signal, your motor neurons activate muscle fibers, and the movement happens. A strong, ...

Research reveals strong connections between muscle strength and cognitive function in patients with COPD, highlighting the potential for rehabilitation strategies. There is a relationship between ...

Some workouts leave you buzzing, muscles pumping, and energy on high. Others leave you wondering if you made any progress at all. The difference often comes down to more than just the weight on the ...

When you finish a run, your muscles may feel like they did all the work. But researchers at The Jackson Laboratory (JAX) and ...

Studies on the neurons of mice suggest our own human endurance may have more to do with the brain than our physique.

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 ...