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Why Female Footballers Suffer More Knee Injuries Than Men

The Sporting

There’s a rise in female footballers with ACL injuries — here’s why Football is a physically demanding sport that’s mainly played on the forefoot, with knee bent, and with every muscle surrounding the knee working hard. I believe the examination of that physiology should start with the feet and biomechanics.

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

Designs for Health

Physical activity may also mitigate signs of depression and anxiety and support psychological well-being through multiple physiological pathways. Collagen is responsible for muscle flexibility and adaptation and provides structure, support, and strength to muscles, helping them function properly.

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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. This suggests that creatine plus resistance training can help women promote their muscle mass and potentially attenuate age-related declines in strength.