Center for Exercise Medicine names Distinguished Lecture series after researcher Gary Hunter
UAB awards $1.4 million in research grants to faculty
Awards were given in four key areas — clinical care, medical education, laboratory research and patient-oriented research projects.
UAB doctors share fitness and exercise advice for the middle-aged man
Gearing up to start an exercise program — especially for those over 40 — can be filled with pitfalls. Experts at UAB say start slow and low.
Women and exercise: it may not always be fun, but it’s beneficial
UAB experts say that while physical activity is necessary for both men and women, there are gender-specific benefits that women need to know.
For Olympians and weekend warriors, resiliency is key
Facing an injury or other health challenge does not have to sideline your future; UAB experts say the way you handle it can teach you a valuable life skill.
Longer tendons make faster runners, suggests UAB research
A longer Achilles tendon generates more power, leading to greater energy efficiency and possible performance gains.
Older adults need more frequent exercise to maintain muscle
Stopping exercise leads to significant reductions in strength after just a few weeks, according to a new report from UAB researchers.
New center studies the right dose of exercise to fight disease
The UAB Center for Exercise Medicine studies what type of exercise, and how much, is best for people with hypertension, cancer and more.
