By Gabe Mirkin, M.D. Exercising against resistance strengthens muscles and bones, but taking non-steroidal pain medicines such as ibuprofen after lifting weights may prevent bones from becoming stronger (Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, April 2017;49(4):633–640). Aging weakens bones to increase risk for osteoporosis and bone fractures. The most effective way to … [Read more...] about NSAIDs May Prevent Benefits of Strength Training
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Today's QoW is based on today's column by Gabe Mirkin, M.D., NSAIDs May Prevent Benefits of Strength Training. (We really need to replenish our stock of Questions! Please submit you own QoW ideas using the Question of the Week Ideas link.) Do you ever take an NSAID such as Ibuprofen to reduce muscle soreness? … [Read more...] about Question of the Week