Mar 29, 2026Physical Activity

Compression Socks Show No Running Performance Gain in Review

Do compression socks make runners faster? A 2025 meta-analysis finds no measured performance gain; one trial hints at a narrow gut benefit during running.

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Mar 23, 2026Mental Health

Exercise, Escitalopram, and Anxiety in Heart Disease

A trial in stable coronary heart disease found escitalopram reduced anxiety more than exercise, while both lowered sympathetic biomarkers.

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Mar 19, 2026Physical Activity

Ice Baths for Soccer Recovery: What Placebo Tests Found

Do ice baths improve soccer recovery or muscle gains? A 15-week placebo-controlled trial found no edge, while evidence supports short-term soreness relief.

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