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Why Female Footballers Suffer More Knee Injuries Than Men

The Sporting

Good muscle strength can be aided by good conditioning and stretching sessions, but don’t forget that muscles are still susceptible to pain, fatigue and injuries. Because of the number of knee injuries in women’s football, many experts have been looking at the physiology of female athletes.

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Why Creatine Supplementation Should Be a Top Consideration for Women: Supporting Physical Health and Beyond

Designs for Health

As women age, they face various physiological changes impacting their strength, metabolism, and overall well-being. These changes are closely tied to age-related hormonal shifts, including decreased estrogen , growth hormone, and insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1), which play vital roles in muscle maintenance and bone remodeling.

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Lift Your Mood: The Role of Physical Activity in Mental Health

Designs for Health

Regular physical activity has consistently been associated with improved mental health outcomes and a healthy stress response. Physical activity may also mitigate signs of depression and anxiety and support psychological well-being through multiple physiological pathways.