Fitness
How Sebastian Sawe Broke the 2-Hour Marathon Barrier: The Science Behind Sub-2
Kenya's Sebastian Sawe just ran 1:59:30 in London — the first sub-2 marathon in an open race. Here's what physiology, training, shoes, drafting, and fueling actually contributed.
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Exercising in the Heat: Rhabdomyolysis and How to Train Safely in Summer
Why intense workouts in hot weather can destroy your muscles — and evidence-based strategies to keep training without risking your health
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Cold Water Therapy: What Science Actually Says About Ice Baths and Cold Plunges
A practical guide to cold water immersion — the real benefits, the real risks, and how to start safely
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Back Pain from Sitting All Day: What Actually Helps (and What Doesn't)
Why "sit up straight" is outdated advice, what prolonged sitting really does to your body, and the evidence-based strategies that actually reduce back pain
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How Many Steps Per Day Do You Actually Need? The Science Behind the Number
The 10,000-step rule started as a marketing slogan — here is what decades of research actually show