Repeated exercise, or wasting, can change the way key genes work.

Ever taken a long break from the gym, whether because of an injury, burnout, or just life, and found that your body still remembers how to move? Maybe your form clicks back into place, or the strength ...

You’ve probably heard the phrase “muscle memory” thrown around at some point, but it might not mean what you think it does. In fact, many everyday exercisers misunderstand the concept of muscle memory ...

(CNN) -- When you hear the term "muscle memory," it conjures up images of your muscles being able to memorize certain movements, such as dribbling a soccer ball or playing "Happy Birthday" on the ...

Plot twist: muscle memory isn’t actually about your muscles at all. It’s about your brain doing some serious behind-the-scenes work! Imagine your brain is creating a super-detailed map for every ...

Muscle memory is a commonly used term for motor skill acquisition and retention. Activities like cycling or swimming are good ...

We all want to know if and how we can come back to form after injury, illness, or a long hiatus. Muscles adapt in response to the environment: They grow when we put in the work and shrink when we stop ...

In weight rooms across the country, creatine monohydrate has long been a staple supplement for athletes looking to boost strength and power. But a new pilot study suggests this familiar performance ...

You don’t start from zero after taking time off. Here’s why your body bounces back. Ever taken a long break from the gym, whether because of an injury, burnout, or just life, and found that your body ...