Repeated exercise, or wasting, can change the way key genes work.

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When you take a muscle through the full range of motion, it goes through three phases of muscle contraction: eccentric, isometric, and concentric. Placing more attention on one phase can yield ...

The flow of water within a muscle fiber may dictate how quickly muscle can contract, according to a new study. The flow of water within a muscle fiber may dictate how quickly muscle can contract, ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty/Mike Harrington Expert coaches say the mind-muscle connection (MMC) is one of the ...

The muscular system works to control the movement of our body and internal organs. Muscle tissue contains something called muscle fibers. Muscle fibers consist of a single muscle cell. They help to ...