Jockology
The Jockology column on the science of exercise and athletic performance appears every second Thursday in the Life section of The Globe and Mail. Click here to see the latest topics. If you have a question for Jockology, e-mail jockology (at) globeandmail.com.
Archives:
Feb. 18, 2010: Is there any science behind the hometown advantage in sports?
Feb. 11, 2010: How do snow sports stack up as workouts?
Jan. 28, 2010: How does a performance mouthpiece improve my game?
Jan. 7, 2010: Will taking a class or finding training partners help me keep my exercise resolutions this year?
Dec. 24, 2009: When the game is on the line, should I take my time with the ball or just get it over with?
Dec. 10, 2009: How do antioxidants affect my workout?
Nov. 26, 2009: Will working out help me beat the flu?
Nov. 12, 2009: I love listening to music or watching TV when I exercise. How does that affect my workout?
Oct. 29, 2009: Will running on hard surfaces like asphalt and concrete increase my risk of injury?
Oct. 15, 2009: Ouch, I think I sprained something. How long should I stay off it?
Sep. 10, 2009: How long does it take to get “fit?”
Aug. 27, 2009: Will “active” video games keep my kid fit during the school year?
Aug. 13, 2009: Statistics Canada says being overweight makes you live longer. Should I stop exercising?
July 30, 2009: What is VO2max and should I have mine tested?
July 16, 2009: How harmful is it to exercise outside on a polluted day?
July 2, 2009: Do indoor cycling (a.k.a. spinning) classes offer any benefits that I can’t get from biking on my own?
Jun 18, 2009: What kind of sports drink do I need to stay fuelled and hydrated in hot weather?
June 5, 2009: Will I get a better workout by walking, running or biking my 5K commute to work?
May 22, 2009: What type of exercise is best for maintaining strong bones?
May 8, 2009: Do I need to quaff protein shakes and powders if I want to gain muscle?
Apr. 24, 2009: Should I be using Bosu balls and wobble boards to improve my balance?
Apr. 10, 2009: Will compression pants and knee socks make me fitter and stronger?
Mar. 27, 2009: Supplements prove to be no magic bullet (sports supplements part 2)
Mar. 13, 2009: Athletes, pause before you pill pop (sports supplements part 1)
Feb. 27, 2009: Do I get the same workout from the elliptical machine that I get from running?
Feb. 13, 2009: What can I do right now to get ready for golf season?
Jan. 30, 2009: Can yoga elevate my level of fitness as well as my consciousness?
Jan. 16, 2009: Is there any difference between running on a treadmill and running outside?
Jan. 2, 2009: What should I eat and drink after working out?
Dec. 19, 2008: Will massage soothe my aching muscles after a workout?
Dec. 5, 2008: Will I freeze my lungs by exercising outside in the cold?
Nov. 21, 2008: Will taking a few weeks off from exercise hurt me?
Nov. 7, 2008: Does vigorous exercise increase my chance of a heart attack?
Oct. 24, 2008: Do I need fancy, expensive shoes to exercise in, or is it all hype?
Oct. 3, 2008: Free weights or machines: What’s the difference and which should I use?
Sept. 19, 2008: Will drinking coffee help or hinder my workout?
Sept. 5, 2008: How should I adapt my workout routine as I get older?
Aug. 22, 2008: How much weight should I lift?
Aug. 14, 2008: Should I have sex the night before a competition?
Aug. 8, 2008: Am I better off getting up an hour early to work out, or sleeping for an extra hour?
Jul. 11, 2008: Will building my “core strength” prevent injuries?
Jun. 27, 2008: Will running ruin my knees?
Jun. 13, 2008: Can I get fit by exercising just a few minutes a week?
May 30, 2008: How much should I drink during exercise?
May 9, 2008: Does cold really help recovery after a hard workout?
Apr. 25, 2008: Should I stretch before my workout?
Apr. 11, 2008: What’s the best way to figure out my maximum heart rate?
Mar. 28, 2008: How should I pace myself in a five-kilometre road race?
Mar. 14, 2008: What should I do first at the gym: cardio or weights?