Statins are a cornerstone of heart health, but muscle pain and weakness cause many patients to quit taking them. Scientists have now identified the precise molecular trigger behind these side effects.

We asked a sports MD and a physical therapist.

Humans have long glamorized suffering, hailing it as an essential ingredient of growth. In the ancient Greek tragedy Elektra, Sophocles wrote: “Nothing truly succeeds without pain.” In the 1980s, the ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." According to Dr. Brad Whitley, PT, DPT, XPS, founding physical therapist of Bespoke Treatments San Diego, ...

As many of us hit the gym or go for a run to recover from the silly season, you might notice a bit of extra muscle soreness. This is especially true if it has been a while between workouts. A common ...

Muscle soreness is a familiar sensation for anyone who’s recently intensified their workout regimen or returned to the gym after a hiatus. This discomfort, technically known as delayed onset muscle ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." IF YOU'VE ever pushed yourself through a grueling workout, you're likely no stranger to the muscle ...

Studies of citrulline supplements in humans have shown mixed results. One group of researchers found that a single 8-g dose of citrulline malate enhanced aerobic exercise performance and ameliorated ...

Like other parts of your body, your muscles change over the years. “As you age, your muscle fibers become less dense, which makes them less flexible and more prone to injury,” says Elizabeth Gardner, ...

Overview: Massage guns help reduce muscle pain, stiffness, and soreness by improving blood flow and relaxing tight ...