There’s been a lot of buzz about magnesium on social media lately, including “hacks” for the best time to take it. But does timing really matter as much as we think it does? (Spoiler alert: It can.) ...

Recovery isn’t optional—it’s the hidden key to faster muscle growth, better performance, and long-term fitness results.

Among all the aspects athletes and trainers neglect is getting the proper amount of sleep to boost the process of muscle recovery. But that’s the time when actual magic happens. Regardless of whatever ...

Eating protein before and after a workout helps your muscles repair and grow. Staying hydrated after exercise supports faster muscle recovery and reduces soreness. Cherry juice can reduce inflammation ...

When you’re hurting after a hard workout and eager to get to your next one—or, at least, to be able to get out of bed without groaning—anything that promises to make you feel better, faster has some ...

Muscle scraping, or instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), is a therapeutic technique used to enhance muscle recovery, release tension, and improve mobility. It combines ancient ...

If you’re someone who trains hard, you probably already know that recovery is just as crucial as the workout itself. But to get out the tight kinks and relieve sore muscles, there is a debate about ...

A new study suggests SPM-enriched fish oil may reduce muscle recovery time. Omega-3 fatty acids mediate the inflammation that occurs post-workout. Talk to a medical professional before adding a ...

If you’ve ever struggled to sit down the day after squats, you know exactly what delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) feels like. It’s one of those things that pretty much everyone who works out deals ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty/Mike Harrington Losing fat and building muscle are like the Holy Grail of fitness ...

Strength gains depend on a delicate balance between muscle protein synthesis and breakdown, that is: the body’s ability to ...