Sweat Science

Sweat Science
Sweat Science is a column about the science of training and fitness. With “what does the evidence show?” as his mantra, author Alex Hutchinson looks for the latest studies on all topics related to the science of fitness, ranging from neuroscience to nutrition, and takes a hard look at what they do (and don’t) tell us about how to run faster or live longer. About the Author Alex Hutchinson is a former physicist and national-class runner, and a National Magazine Award-winning science journalist. His latest book is called Which Comes First, Cardio or Weights? Fitness Myths, Training Truths and Other Surprising Discoveries from the Science of Exercise. Follow @sweatscience on Twitter. Original article and pictures take http://sweatscience.runnersworld.com/2012/06/strengthening-not-stretching-to-deal-with-iliotibial-band-syndrome/?cm_mmc=NL-TrainingExtra-_-973372-_-07102012-_-Strengthen%2C-or-Stretch%3F site