New research shows that high levels of antihistamine drugs can reduce fitness gains
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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Allergies and exercise share a hidden connection
Carbon monoxide inhalation for performance: dancing with the devil?
We read with great interest the study by Urianstad et al. (1) published in this edition of the Journal of Applied Physiology, who investigated altitude training in conjunction with carbon monoxide (CO) administration to determine what impact such interventions have on...
Soaking in hot water has many surprising and long-lasting health benefits
After a long day or an intense workout, few things are more inviting than the warmth of a hot tub or the dry embrace of a sauna. But beyond relaxation, which heat therapy actually benefits your body the most?
No effect of either heat therapy or aerobic exercise training on blood pressure in adults with untreated hypertension: a randomized clinical trial
Exercise training represents a crucial lifestyle intervention for improving blood pressure, yet many adults do not meet recommendations for physical activity. Heat therapy was tested against aerobic exercise training as a potential alternative lifestyle intervention....
Identifying right and left impact using the derivative of linear resultant acceleration from a single sacrum-mounted IMU
BSSC research engineer Aida Chebbi and collaborators publish paper utilizing novel IMU analysis technique.