Physiologically Speaking

DECEMBER 2, 2024

This meta-analysis explored whether exercise volume or intensity is more important for improving mitochondrial content, capillary density, and VO₂ max by compiling results from 425 training interventions involving over 5,600 participants, focusing on how different training intensities and volumes affect these key physiological adaptations.

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Physiology Exercise Dementia Genetic predisposition 59

MIBHS

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, often attributed to a mix of lifestyle choices, environmental factors, and genetic predispositions. This blog explores how genetics influence heart health and whether mitigating these inherited risks is possible.

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Genetic predisposition Heart Disease Cholesterol Blood Pressure 52

Circulation

DECEMBER 17, 2023

The aim is to assess the prevalence, clinical consequences, and genetic predisposition of reduced EF in athletes.METHODS:Young endurance athletes were recruited from elite training programs and underwent cardiac phenotyping, genetic analyses and clinical events were recorded over a mean of 4.4

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Genetic predisposition Cardiomyopathy Sudden Cardiac Death Heart Failure 77

Physiologically Speaking

DECEMBER 17, 2024

This has raised concerns that long-term, high-volume exercise might be detrimental to heart health. Notably, athletes engaging in very vigorous-intensity exercise are more likely to develop calcified plaques. Training load : Weekly exercise volume, measured as MET-hours/week, showed a positive trend.

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Risk Factors Genetic predisposition Plaque Exercise 105