Tag: Sports physiology

A 2017 study found that while former elite cricketers have a significantly lower prevalence of heart problems, they also experience higher rates of osteoarthritis and mental health conditions compared to the general population. This highlights that the physical and mental impact of cricket on the body is complex and far-reaching, encompassing both profound health benefits and notable risks.

According to a 2007 University of Pennsylvania study, a competitive eater was found to have a stomach capable of expanding to accept an almost unlimited volume of food. However, this remarkable gastric expansion is only one part of the complex process explaining how competitive eaters swallow so fast, relying on learned skills and physical training.