Applying the knowledge of biomechanics is the foundation for developing the right techniques in sports and its analysis is beneficial to achieve maximal performance. During the Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG), the National Centre for Sports Science and Research (NCSSR) hosted a session on “Olympic Gold In Athletics – A …

Is there a link between microorganisms in our gut and athletic performance? Yes, there have been studies indicating the impact of gut microflora on physical fitness. Our microbiome is just as unique as our fingerprints. Various factors like the kind of birth (vaginal or caesarean delivery), drug usage, stress and …

Athletic ability depends on certain factors like strength and composition of skeletal muscles, body morphology, aerobic endurance, flexibility, cognitive development and injury susceptibility. These factors are largely associated with an individual’s genotype and its background. But how far genetic background can become a contributing factor in sports excellence?   Genes …

High intensity exercise bouts sometimes lead to dehydration. But dehydration is often overlooked and that affects our sports performance. Prolonged duration of physical activity can cause an increase in the body’s core temperature. This leads to loss of fluids and electrolytes due to increased sweating causing dehydration. Dehydration occurs when …

Does exercise have any impact on our immune system? This question is being asked more and more as the novel coronavirus spreads. Well it does boost or rather stimulate your immune system! But there is a catch here-Not all exercise is completely helpful to your immune system—especially with a viral …