Inflammation
6 articles
RecoveryOctober 7, 2026 · 11 MIN
Whole-Body Cryotherapy for Athletic Recovery: What the Evidence Actually Shows
Whole-body cryotherapy exposes athletes to temperatures as low as -140°C for 2–3 minutes. The science behind inflammation reduction and muscle repair is more nuanced — and more limited — than the marketing suggests.
RecoveryOctober 2, 2026 · 11 MIN
Curcumin for Exercise Recovery: How Turmeric Fights Inflammation and DOMS
Curcumin supplementation at 500mg-1g with piperine reduces exercise-induced DOMS by 25-30% and suppresses NF-κB inflammatory signaling. Learn about bioavailability solutions, optimal dosing protocols, and how curcumin compares to NSAIDs for athletic recovery.
RecoverySeptember 27, 2026 · 12 MIN
Day-by-Day Tissue Repair Timeline After a 100K Ultramarathon
A 100K ultramarathon inflicts quantifiable damage across every tissue system — from creatine kinase levels spiking to 10,000-50,000 U/L at 24-48 hours to immune suppression lasting 2-72 hours post-race. This evidence-based recovery timeline maps the repair process from hour 1 through week 6 and shows exactly when each system is ready for training load.
RecoveryJuly 25, 2026 · 8 MIN
Contrast Therapy for Athletes: Ice Bath vs Heat vs Alternating Both
Ice baths and saunas each have strong evidence individually — but contrast therapy (alternating cold and heat) produces unique circulatory effects that neither approach achieves alone. Here's what the research says and how to structure a protocol.
NutritionJuly 4, 2026 · 7 MIN
Omega-3 and Fish Oil for Endurance Athletes: A Complete Evidence Review
Omega-3 fatty acids reduce post-exercise inflammation, improve heart function, and may directly enhance VO2max. Here's what the evidence shows, the optimal dose, and what most athletes miss about sourcing.
RecoveryJune 18, 2026 · 6 MIN
Ice Baths and Cold Water Immersion: What the Science Actually Says
Cold water immersion is one of the most debated recovery tools in sport. Here's a clear breakdown of what the research shows — and when it helps or hurts adaptation.