Welcome to the Bowerman Sport Science Center at Historic Hayward Field

The Bowerman Sports Science Center (BSSC) is a regional research and outreach facility that aims to improve the health, fitness, and well-being of individuals in and around Eugene, OR. With a scientific and clinical background, we pursue research questions which lead to innovations in injury prevention and improved performance. We also offer physical assessments of current fitness levels and potential injury mechanisms, helping athletes meet their individual performance goals.

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The Surprising Health Benefits of Pain
The Surprising Health Benefits of Pain

Pain starts with stress, and stress shows up at a cellular level. When humans and other lifeforms get stressed out, the balance of oxygen in our cells gets disrupted. In response, the mitochondria—bean-shaped structures that supply cells with energy—ramp up their...

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