Box jumps, kettlebells and bootcamp workouts. Sports medicine doctors discuss risky exercises that commonly lead to injuries and how to stay safe. Exercise is one of the most important parts of ...

Functional strength training involves exercises that mimic everyday activities, such as climbing stairs. It aims to improve people’s movement in their daily lives or their performance in certain ...

As the leaves start to change color and the weather cools down, fall sports season to set to soon be in full swing. Whether you’re gearing up for cross country, soccer, football, or any other fall ...

High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is as popular as ever. Join the trend with these tips on what to wear, how to warm up, and more. No doubt you’ve heard the buzz about high-intensity interval ...

The Department of Exercise & Sport Studies (ESS) is committed to improving the quality of life at Smith College by providing an array of classes that allow for the exploration and better understanding ...

Looking to get in shape? Find that elusive curve to your biceps? Or just lifting your notebook-stuffed backpack without toppling over? The perfect workout comes in all shapes and sizes, and it’s ...

HYROX is a global fitness competition combining running with functional workout stations. It tests endurance, strength, and overall conditioning in a standardized format. HYROX is a hybrid fitness ...

Gait training is a form of physical therapy that helps improve your walking ability. It may involve exercises for balance, strength, and coordination. This may be helpful for older adults who have ...

Sport and Exercise Psychology is an interdisciplinary field that investigates the cognitive, emotional and behavioural processes underpinning both competitive sport and health‐related exercise. It ...

Methods 10 healthy pregnant (26.4±3.2 weeks gestation) and 10 healthy non-pregnant individuals were recruited (34.8±6 and 33.5±2.9 years, respectively). At least 48 hours after baseline strength ...