Muscle loss in midlife isn't just about weaker fibers—it's a breakdown in how your brain talks to your body. Here is how to retrain your nervous system for lasting power.

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Compounds in green tea can reprogram muscle metabolism to boost insulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance, according to new findings that further our understanding of why this ancient drink has long ...

Muscle contraction is the tightening, shortening, or lengthening of muscles when you do some activity. It can happen when you hold or pick up something, or when you stretch or exercise with weights.

Your body naturally responds to stress by tightening muscles as part of the ancient fight-or-flight response, but modern life has created a perfect storm of chronic tension that your conscious mind ...

Electrical muscle stimulation involves sending electrical impulses through the skin. This stimulation may provide benefits, such as helping repair tissue and strengthening the muscles. Share on ...

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