Running extreme distances may strain more than just muscles and joints. New research suggests ultramarathons can alter red blood cells in ways that make them less flexible and more prone to breakdown, ...

Extreme endurance running damages red blood cells in ways that may affect their ability to function properly, according to a ...

By Vijay Kumar Malesu New research reveals how hypoxia-driven red blood cell adaptations may reshape glucose regulation, offering fresh insight into diabetes biology and potential therapeutic ...

A study shows ultramarathon running induces oxidative stress and structural damage in red blood cells. Multiomics analyses revealed protein oxidation, copper accumulation, and reduced cell flexibility ...