Time under contraction is not directly measured in a typical weight training program. Most people really don't even think about the number of seconds a given muscle is forced to work. Indirectly, ...

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, ...

So, while vitamin D alone won’t turn you into a bodybuilder, maintaining healthy levels can support muscle growth and enhance performance, experts urge. Think of it as a foundational nutrient — not a ...

As people age, muscles naturally lose mass and strength, a condition known as sarcopenia. The decline can make everyday ...

People who exercise frequently need to ensure they're getting enough protein in their diet. These 10 foods can help—and are ...

In a serendipitous discovery, UC San Diego researchers using cryo-EM technology captured the first visualizations of the 3-D structure of the muscle acetylcholine receptor in fetal and adult muscles.

You're relaxing on the sofa when suddenly your eyelid starts twitching. Or perhaps it's a muscle in your arm, your leg, or ...

RPI Biology Professor Doug Swank, Ph.D., was recently awarded the prestigious Marion J. Siegman Lectureship Award from the American Physiological Society. The award recognizes researchers who have ...