A light but strategic approach to movement is helping athletes and everyday exercisers recover faster, feel better, and ...

As many of us hit the gym or go for a run to recover from the silly season, you might notice a bit of extra muscle soreness. This is especially true if it has been a while between workouts. A common ...

People often discuss the importance of removing, or “flushing out,” lactic acid from the blood after intense exercise to reduce muscle soreness, speed recovery, or boost athletic performance. After ...

Lactic acid has long been vilified, but new research shows that it doesn't impair muscle function. In fact, it might actually be good for you. Like all great villains, lactic acid has been ...

Lactic acid is a natural preservative often found in foods like yogurt, baked goods, and pickled vegetables. Along with making your food last longer, it can boost your health by strengthening your ...

The NYTimes article has an article today talking about the role of lactic acid and exercise. First up, I think the fault probably lies with the writer, not the scientist, for misrepresenting valid ...