Four evidence-based nutrition strategies for women athletes
Event
From prioritizing energy intake for bone health to incorporating fermented foods for gut health, these expert strategies aim to boost performance and overall well-being.
Fast on the track, focused in the lab
Profile
Track star Sydney Barta is pursuing a career as an orthopedic surgeon for athletes with amputations.
Study reveals gait retraining could help treat knee osteoarthritis
Research
New research demonstrates how personalized walking patterns can slow cartilage degradation and deliver pain relief comparable to medication.
Sports medicine expert discusses Faith Kipyegon’s record-breaking sub-four-minute mile attempt
Q&A
Emily Kraus answers four questions about the limits of human running, breaking records, and the significance of Kipyegon’s endeavor.
Molecule shows promise for preserving muscle strength in aging adults
Research
In a recent study, a single injection of the molecule PGE2 – combined with exercise – significantly improved long-term strength in old mice.
Stanford researchers team up with student-athletes to unlock peak performance
Research
Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance scientists and Cardinal athletes are working together to apply cutting-edge research to real-world sports performance – yielding insights that advance both fields.
AI could help reduce injury risk in pianists
Video
Researchers at Stanford Engineering have developed an AI-trained model to accurately recreate the hand movements of elite-level pianists and the physical stresses they endure while playing.
Innovative techniques shed light on hamstring injury in athletes
Research
Two new studies yield insights into hamstring injury and prevention under real-world conditions, enhancing our understanding of how muscles adapt to training.