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Space Cycle tests artificial gravity as solution to muscle loss

Through a study at the University of California, Irvine, the National Space Biomedical Research Institute (NSBRI) is exploring the concept of a Space Cycle for inflight resistance-training exercise. "Even with onboard exercise, astronauts face the risk of losing muscle mass and function because their muscles are not bearing enough weight, or load," said Dr. World space agencies. Adventures of a Vatican Astronomer - Guy Consolmagno (SETI Talks) Space Adventures.