Athletes

Athletes’ Eyesight May Improve By Adding Fresh Foods To Their Diet: Study

The study reveals how a group of plant compounds that build up in the retina, known as macular pigments, work to improve eye health and functional vision. 

Jun 12, 2023, 20:25 PM IST

Do Athletes Have To Maintain Different Immunity Levels Than The Normal Active Individuals?

Maintaining a good immune system is necessary for everyone irrespective of their shape, age, gender, and other factors

Mar 15, 2022, 17:51 PM IST

Deepika Padukone: Spouses, families of athletes don't get due credit

In Kabir Khan's "83", Deepika's husband, actor Ranveer Singh is cast in the role of Kapil Dev.

Sep 19, 2019, 17:20 PM IST

Abhinav Bindra an excellent mentor for next-gen athletes: Anil Kapoor

It was reported that Anil and his son Harshvardhan Kapoor will be starring in Bindra's biopic. 

Aug 05, 2019, 15:02 PM IST

Want my kids to get inspired by para athletes: Shah Rukh Khan

The 52-year-old actor revealed that a few months ago he wanted to "quit" everything. 

 

Sep 27, 2018, 07:24 AM IST

This is how athletes can overcome breathing disorders

The new breathing techniques, now named the Olin Exercise-Induced Laryngeal Obstruction Biphasic Inspiration Techniques (EILOBI), were developed and introduced by Olin, and are the subject of the research.

Oct 16, 2017, 18:02 PM IST

Playing contact sports may alter brains of young, healthy athletes: Study

A team of researchers have found that contact in sports like soccer, basketball and field hockey may lead to greater effect on the brain of young and healthy athletes.

Aug 22, 2017, 23:01 PM IST

New workout suit breathes out body's heat, sweat

In the study published in the journal Science Advances, the researchers engineered moisture-sensitive cells to not only pull flaps open but also light up in response to humid conditions.

May 21, 2017, 16:57 PM IST

Michael Phelps urges US lawmakers to push for anti-doping reform, ensure fair system

The most decorated Olympian Phelps, expressed his frustration at the lack of progress in the battle against the use of performance enhancing drugs in sport.

Mar 01, 2017, 13:55 PM IST

Revealed: Surprising link between athletics and addiction

Though a full spectrum of sports was represented in the study--including gymnastics, martial arts, rowing and dance, most participants competed in team sports, hockey in particular.

Feb 14, 2017, 12:00 PM IST

Union Budget 2017: Sports budget hiked by Rs 350 crore; focus on Commonwealth Games, Asiad

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley allocated a total of Rs 1943 crore, compared to Rs 1592 crore earmarked last year.

Feb 01, 2017, 17:06 PM IST

WADA urges athletes to check accuracy of hacked data

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) said on Wednesday that some of the athlete data leaked by a Russian cyber espionage group has been changed from its initial form, and has asked "affected parties" for feedback on any inaccuracies.

Oct 06, 2016, 04:37 AM IST

Sports Ministry calls for grievance redressal system for athletes

The Ministry said the NSFs need to have effective systems in place to ensure that aggrieved athletes are supported well in case of disputes in the international arena.

Jun 17, 2016, 18:03 PM IST