Month: October 2024

Breaks in resistance training do not impair long-term development in strength and muscle size

A study investigated how a 10-week break from resistance training affected maximum strength and muscle size. The study found that a 10-week break halfway through 20 total weeks of strength training had little effect on development. During the break, maximal strength was better preserved than muscle size. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. […]

Published on October 28, 2024

Defibrillators Saves Lives if Delivered Fast Enough

Every minute spent waiting for a first shock from a defibrillator cuts the odds of surviving cardiac arrest by 6%, a new Dutch study finds. “Our research shows that every minute of delay in giving the first shock has a major impact,” said study first author says Remy… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David […]

Published on October 28, 2024

How to Stay Safe This Halloween

The scariest things lurking around the corner on Halloween aren’t monsters or ghosts. According to doctors, it’s cars. Halloween is one of the deadliest days of the year for pedestrians, especially for kids. “There’s a lot of focus on the risks of candy that might be a little… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David […]

Published on October 28, 2024