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Myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) is the most common form of adult-onset muscular dystrophy, affecting about 1 in 8,000 people.

Muscular hypertrophy refers to growing your muscle cells. Read on to learn how to achieve muscle growth from exercise and diet. Share on Pinterest Hypertrophy is an increase and growth of muscle cells ...

Nov. 25, 2025 Scientists discovered that more muscle and less hidden abdominal fat are linked to a younger biological brain age. Deep visceral fat appeared to accelerate brain aging, while muscle mass ...

Muscular dystrophy and multiple sclerosis can affect mobility, breathing, speaking, and muscle control. But they have distinct causes, affect different parts of the body, and have other differences.

Much like their name implies, the quadricep muscles were once thought to be a set of four muscles, with the name “quad” translating to “four or fourth” in Latin. However, it has since been discovered ...

Muscular endurance refers to how long muscles can sustain exercise. Improving muscular endurance can help enhance overall health and fitness. This article explores the benefits of muscular endurance, ...

When I’ve finished a long run, my leg muscles feel like they’re ablaze. By the last few seconds of planking, my abs feel like they’re burning and close to shaking. When the workout burn is real, it's ...