Research
Explore the latest research studies conducted by our club members.
Supercooling for Better Workout Results
We’re probably all too familiar with the feeling of getting too warm during a workout and it impacting our performance. 🥵🌡️🔥
But what if we could do something about it? And there was research to back it up?
Stanford researchers Craig Heller and Dennis Grahn have been studying the effects of thermoregulation on exercise performance and recovery. Turns out, the palms of our hands, soles of our feet, and face have special vasculature that make them efficient heat pumps. By “supercooling” these surfaces of our body, we’re able to cool down our core at a much faster rate. As a result of cooling the palms in between sets, Heller and Grahn found that athletes and non-athletes were able to lift more and further to a staggering degree. 🖐️ + ❄️ = 🏋️♂️📈📈‼️
Scroll to read more about the details of their research and ideas for what you can do in your own workouts!
Fact or Cap - UOHFS Edition
Ready to test your knowledge? ✅ It’s time for Fact or Cap 🧢—where we separate truth from fiction! The Health and Fitness Society
members have done their research, digging into various health claims and fitness myths.
Now, it's your turn to guess: are these statements
backed by science, or just common misconceptions? Let’s see how much you really know about staying healthy!