Olive water, which is typically discarded in the process of making olive oil, improved respiratory parameters, oxygen consumption and running economy during low level intensity exercise.

Gut microbial instability caused by short-term, high-protein diets hindered the performance of elite endurance athletes, including a 23% reduction in time trial performances.

Researchers identify the gene C18ORF25 that promotes muscle strength when switched on by exercise, which could help develop treatments to mimic some of the benefits of working out.