Sports aren't just for jocks. LiveScience delves into the psychology, physiology and physics of sports, from new studies in sports medicine to news about professional athletes and information for weekend warriors.
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What is doping? And which performance-enhancing drugs are banned?Many drugs are forbidden for use by athletes in major international competitions, such as the Olympics. Here's why.
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The risk of concussion lurks at the Super BowlAs tens of millions of Americans tune into the Super Bowl this Sunday, they likely don't realize that in addition to touchdowns, collision sports like football also raise the chances of concussions.
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Man Dies From Rare 'Brain-Eating' Amoeba After Swimming in North Carolina LakeA man in North Carolina died from a rare "brain-eating" amoeba infection after swimming in a lake at a local water park, according to news reports.
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If Dolphins Are Swimming Nearby, Does That Mean Sharks Aren't?Contrary to the common surfing myth, if you see sharks, there are probably dolphins nearby, experts say.
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'Crypto' Outbreaks Linked to Swimming Pools Are on the Rise, CDC SaysNot to spoil your summer pool fun, but outbreaks of "crypto," a swimming-related diarrheal illness, are on the rise.
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How This Gut Bacteria May Give Elite Athletes an EdgeElite athletes not only have stronger hearts and fitter muscles than the average Joe, but they also sport special gut bacteria that may actually boost their performance.
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Does March Madness Really Mean 'Vasectomy Season'?According to some news outlets, March Madness is tied to an increase in men getting vasectomies. But is this real, or just hearsay?
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A Cactus Prick Likely Caused Former NHL Player's Life-Threatening InfectionFormer NHL player Lyle Odelein developed a life-threatening infection after a spiky cactus pierced his leg
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