Credit: iStock/lzf In Greek mythology, the renowned athlete Milo carries a baby calf on his shoulder each day. As the calf grows, Milo gets stronger, and eventually he can walk long distances with a full-grown cow on his back. This is a bit of a facetious example of progressive overload, a basic tenet of … Continue reading Overtraining: Pushing the Boundaries of Physical Activity
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Can Chili Peppers Improve Exercise Performance?
Credit: iStock Are you a fan of spicy foods? You might be in luck. Research presented at Experimental Biology 2021 suggests a specific compound found in fiery foods such as chili peppers may have the ability to help you improve your exercise performance. Capsaicin, the bioactive ingredient in chili peppers, stimulates our pain receptors. This … Continue reading Can Chili Peppers Improve Exercise Performance?