Why do some people find a short jog exhausting, while others seem to run effortlessly? Of course, part of the answer lies in ...

Sports Science and Exercise is an inherently multidisciplinary field, integrating principles from physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology and sports medicine to advance our understanding of ...

The Department of Exercise & Sport Studies (ESS) is committed to improving the quality of life at Smith College by providing an array of classes that allow for the exploration and better understanding ...

For years, doctors have cited swimming and running as two of the best ways to strengthen your muscles and improve cardiovascular health. But now, new research says that racket-based sports like tennis ...

Tumour growth is reduced by exercise due to a shift in the body’s metabolism that means muscle cells outcompete cancer cells ...

Graduate students who choose our Exercise and Sport Science track are bound for a range of careers in personal health, community health, and kinesiology (e.g., cardiac rehabilitation, exercise ...

Long-term exposure to toxic air can substantially weaken the health benefits of regular exercise, suggests a new study by an ...