Archive · 19 Nov 2025
Tongue Position May Impact Weightlifting Efficiency
Scientists found that how you position your tongue while exercising could make you stronger.
They saw a big difference in how much force people could use when they changed their tongue position.
They think this might be because of how the tongue affects the brain, but they need to do more tests to be sure.
The tongue isn't just for talking and eating; it also helps keep your body steady when you move.
Tongue position can influence body biomechanics and functional efficiency during physical activities
A study found up to 30% difference in force development due to tongue position change during knee flexions and extensions
Research suggests a connection between tongue position and the central nervous system
Further studies are needed to verify the hypothesis
The tongue plays a role in stabilizing the head, neck, and core muscles
- Who
- Dr. Hiran S. Reddy, consultant physician, diabetologist and critical care specialist at Gleneagles Hospital, Hyderabad
- What
- Investigated the impact of tongue position on physical strength and efficiency
- When
- November 2024
- Where
- Research Gate
- Why
- To understand the potential role of tongue position in body biomechanics and functional efficiency
- Study Type
- Isokinetic knee flexions and extensions
- Maximum Force Difference
- Up to 30%
- Potential Connection
- Tongue position and the central nervous system