Everyone knows that there is no way to get a sculpted physique without exercise: exercising outdoors or in the gym improves health and has excellent effects on metabolism, circulation and brain function.
Starting from this now acquired knowledge, scientists have begun to research solutions to develop "physique pills" capable of obtaining in whole or in part the same effects that the gym and training have on the body. Research published in the journal Trends in Pharmacological Sciences presents a very precise forecast in this regard, expressed by Ismail Laher, of the Department of Medicine and Pharmacology of British Columbia University in Vancouver, Canada.
Several laboratories are working to achieve this goal: the first fields of research (which are currently being tested on animals) focus on the functions and performance of muscle fibers and aim to improve the use of energy by increasing strength and the speed of reaction of the muscles.
Later it will also be possible to obtain effects such as increased cognitive functions, bone strength and improved cardiovascular functions, says Laher.
Note from Gianluca: it's not realistic to imagine that one day simple pills will replace all physical exercise, at least not in the immediate future, but the field of research is interesting.