The word “exercise” is often used by physicians and frequently ignored by patients. This simple word “exercise” is, in fact, ...

For general fitness and health, men should aim for age-adjusted VO2 max scores that put them above average. This will ensure you are maximizing reductions in all-cause mortality from having a higher ...

Independence is an issue many people struggle with as they age. Strength, balance and physical abilities are some key elements to maintaining independence. Rex Carpenter is an advanced exercise ...

A UBC research team has revealed substantial, ongoing inequities in how sex and gender are represented in exercise physiology ...

Scientists are uncovering the far-reaching influence of physical activity on our circadian rhythms. They believe the emerging findings have implications both for health and athletic performance. When ...

A UBC study of more than 600 exercise physiology research articles found nearly half included only male participants while ...

Exercise physiology is a multidisciplinary field that studies the body’s responses and adaptations to physical activity. It investigates how various organ systems — including the cardiovascular, ...

Dr. Jessica Scott researches how exercise can prevent the decline in fitness often caused by cancer treatments. It may even change the biology of the cancer itself. Cancer patients may be surprised to ...

Physiologist spills beans on how can menopausal women prioritise strength training in their daily workouts more.