Gender differences in anaerobic power of the arms and legs - A scaling issue

Article Abstract:

A study compares the anaerobic performance in both arms and legs of men and women using allometric scaling. The present findings show that after properly accounting for anthropometrical differences, the lower limb anaerobic power output for men and women is qualitatively similar whereas there is some advantage for the male in the production of power generated by the upper body musculature but confirmatory evidence using noninvasive techniques is warranted.

Health aspects, Usage, Allometry, Anaerobic exercise

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Brothers in arms

Article Abstract:

Carl Chang is largely responsible for the marked improvement in the game of his brother and tennis' top player, Michael Chang. The elder Chang developed a racquet that adds an extra kick to his brother's serve. He knows exactly what to look for in a racquet since he himself was a tennis player.

Behavior, Tennis coaches, Chang, Carl

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Sea legs

Article Abstract:

A visit to the New Bedford Whaling Museum, New Bedford, MA, generated appreciation for those who used to earn their living from whaling. Of particular interest was the collection of walking sticks that belonged to these whalers.

History, Appreciation, Whaling, Staffs (Sticks, canes, etc.), Walking sticks (Canes)

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