Resistance exercise training associated with reduced depressive symptoms in young adults

Resistance exercise training associated with reduced depressive symptoms in young adults

Young adults who participated in a resistance exercise training program saw significant reductions in depressive symptoms, according to a new study published in the journal Psychiatric Research. The study results are particularly noteworthy because they indicate that even relatively brief participation in resistance training can lead to noticeable improvements in mood for both men and … Read more

New insights into how muscles change during resistance training

New insights into how muscles change during resistance training

Muscles adapt to resistance training, thus becoming more efficient and resistant. Credit: Pixabay The more we exercise our resistance, the fitter we become and so do our muscles. They adapt to the load and are able to perform better over a longer period of time. A research team from the University of Basel has now … Read more