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Researchers say it's essential for children to learn how to climb into boats and swim in cold water

Learning to swim in a pool is not enough, according to researchers.

Is it better to run outside than on a treadmill?

ASK A RESEARCHER: When spring arrives, many swap the treadmill for outdoor running. But is that a good idea?

Do you really need a heart rate monitor to become a good runner?

ASK A RESEARCHER: Is it really that important to closely monitor heart rate and intensity?

Can walking on a treadmill at the office improve your fitness?

ASK A RESEARCHER: You have probably seen ads for treadmill desks on social media, but can you really improve your fitness by walking while working at the office?

Physical activity may prevent chronic pain

Being just a little more active seems to be able to reduce the risk of pain later in life, a Norwegian study shows.

Lifestyle changes, even at an older age, can reduce cancer risk

Even modest achievement of New Year's resolutions can reduce future risk of cancer. This is shown in a new study from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health (NIPH).

Do you have excess belly fat? It's possible to completely eliminate the risk of cardiovascular diseases

Researchers have good news for those at greatest risk of such diseases.

This is how creatine works

However, you don't need to take supplements for this to happen inside your muscles.

Creatine has become a popular supplement for many people who want to build muscle. But how well does it actually work?

Although the supplement has shown effects in some individuals, there are still gaps in our knowledge about it.

What time of day is the best time to exercise?

Working out during the morning or in the evening can have quite different benefits, a new study shows.

Are you a little older but can pass this balancing test? Then you have a good chance of living longer

“Good balance indicates that you have good health,” explains professor Linda Hildegard Bergersen.

This is the best treatment for Achilles tendon ruptures

Your first run in springtime could end with a bang. Especially if you are not well trained. Norwegian researchers have now confirmed what the best treatment is.

Hard exercise and sleep deprivation could be bad news for the heart

Young men trained intensively with and without curtailed sleep. A new study shows that with too little sleep, they secreted more of a substance that is a biomarker for potential future heart disease. But the study has major weaknesses, says researcher Stein Ørn.

The miracle cure is exercise, not vitamin D

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: Are we chasing a vitamin D ghost?

Is it really true that if you have a low resting heart rate, you’re really fit?

Many athletes have a very low resting heart rate, but that doesn’t mean that a low resting heart rate in itself means that you are in good condition, says a professor at the Norwegian School of Sports Science.

Overly enthusiastic 70-year olds messed up study on physical activity

The researchers wanted to find out if exercise prolongs life and protects against disease. But a disobedient control group gave them trouble. They exercised more than they were supposed to.

Is it possible to lose weight while building muscle?

ASK A RESEARCHER: Weight loss requires a dieter to run a calorie deficit. Muscle growth requires a calorie surplus. Still, it is possible to achieve both goals simultaneously, research suggests.

You can build strength without weights

Occlusion training is great for athletes who recover from injury, but it is not a very comfortable workout.

Researchers found higher level of anxiety and depression in people who exercised less during COVID-19 lockdown

Around 14 per cent of study respondents reported that they exercised less following the Norwegian lockdown, while 64 per cent remained unchanged and 22 per cent increased their amount of exercise.

Your brain may be the organ strengthened the most by physical exercise, says neuroscientist

Long-term studies show that people who are physically active on a regular basis can halve their risk of getting Alzheimer's. Why doesn't everyone use such easily accessible 'medicine'?

What’s the best way for pregnant women to exercise?

ASK A RESEARCHER: Only 15 per cent of all pregnant Norwegian women exercise, according research. At the same time, the health benefits of training during pregnancy have been well documented.

Should children be allowed to choose teams in gym class?

ASK A RESEARCHER: Or should the teacher do it? We ask the experts.

Norway builds top athletes through not focusing on winning

Athletes and trainers who are most concerned with their overall development rather than results are the ones who often do the best, research suggests.

Today's elite football matches require more targeted training

The pace of football matches has become faster and more varied in recent years. Football coaches need to craft more individualized training for players so they can handle the challenge, a new study finds.

Strength training helps the over 70s bulk up

A Swedish study suggests it’s probably never too late to increase muscle mass.

Tips for people who want to start training — and stick with it

Be patient, find an activity you think is fun, don’t start off too hard at the beginning, and remember why you wanted to start exercising in the first place. Those are among researchers’ suggestions for those who want to make exercise a habit.

Getting in shape by swimming

Researcher and swimmer Bjørn Harald Olstad has some tips to take to the water and get in better shape.

Is e-cycling good exercise?

Using an e-bike instead of a car is obviously a contribution to a better environment and less climate change. But do e-bikes also promote health or do their electric motors make everything too easy?

One step, or two steps at a time?

The job is the same, but what gives the best exercise?

Physical activity has little impact on weight

Higher levels of physical activity do not protect against weight gain, according to a new study.

Why you shouldn't exercise too hard

A mounting number of patients are being admitted to hospitals with muscle injuries caused by overdoing a workout.

Don’t blame lactic acid for sore muscles

People have believed for years that high levels of lactic acid in your muscles after a hard workout are the reason you feel tired and sore. Turns out this is just wrong.

Why does your mouth taste like blood during intense workouts?

And should you take a break if it happens?

Learning from the best long-distance runners

A new study compares training programmes of different professional long-distance runners. The researcher behind the study says amateur athletes can also learn from how elite athletes train.

Should you exercise if your muscles are sore?

Is it OK to work out — or will you just make things worse?

Bodybuilders on drugs might be a case of male identity crisis

These pumped-up bodies may hide deep insecurities, according to one researcher.

The darker side of workouts

Do you exercise to escape from a depressing daily life? If so, think twice next time before putting on those jogging shoes.

Intense intervals every fortnight are all that’s needed

A gruelling set of high-intensity interval training once every two weeks can suffice to keep footballers who are below the elite level in good shape during the winter lull.

Strong women less prone to get diabetes

Women who work out and build muscle regularly are less likely to contract type 2 diabetes.

Steroid effects can last decades

Even a brief intake of anabolic steroids can have long-lasting performance enhancing effects, new study reveals. The effect can, in principle, last decades, argues professor.

Exercise helps curb panic disorder symptoms

A regimen of three workouts a week helps reduce the symptoms of panic disorder, with effects lasting over a year. But it takes more than exercise to make a person fully psychologically fit.

Lactate can aid brain cell production

Whether you're a weekend exerciser or a sports professional, lactate build-up in your muscles is a painful reminder that you're pushing a little too hard. But new research shows the compound is vital and can contribute to the generation of neurons in the brain.