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Breaking Ice: Connecting Indigenous Culture and Sport Through Blind Hockey 

In partnership with Canadian Blind Hockey  June is National Indigenous History Month, a time to reflect on the strength, resilience, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. It’s also a time to acknowledge the gaps that still exist, particularly in areas like sport, where Indigenous youth, especially those with disabilities, continue to face…

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Exercise Associated Muscle Cramping
April 1, 2015
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Muscle cramps are a common occurrence in sports and numerous other physical activities, where even highly fit athletes can experience slight to very painful muscle spasms.  Any muscle can be affected but it commonly occurs to the legs, for athletes...
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Athlete Development
High Performance
Physical Health

The Placebo Effect: Why the mind is a powerful thing
March 18, 2015
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The advancement of sport science and sport medicine has brought many fields to work to together in order to maximize athletic performance. Integrated Support Teams (IST) are the norm of today in elite athletics. Such teams consist of physicians, nutritionists,...
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Athlete Development
Masters Sport
Nutrition and Hydration
Sleep and Recovery
Training Factors

Three Key Training Elements for Masters Athletes
February 10, 2015
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Masters athletes is a term that encompasses a wide range of active men and women over 35 who compete in sports at a very high level; they can range from the weekend warrior to elite competitor. Baby boomers are a...
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Athlete Development
Mental Skills

2015 IIHF World Junior Championships and the use of Emotional Intelligence
December 18, 2014
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The 2015 IIHF World Junior Championship, which takes place from December 26, 2014 to January 6, 2015, will be showcasing some of the best young hockey plays under-20 years of age in the world. The tournament will have 10 national...
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Athlete Development
Children and Youth
Nutrition and Hydration

Nutritional Demands for Adolescent Athletes
December 11, 2014
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Good nutrition for adolescents is essential for promoting proper growth and development and is even more important with the demanding training schedules of a young athlete. Canada’s Food Guide provides excellent nutritional information for teenagers aged between 12 and 18 years...
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Athlete Development
Equipment
Training Factors

How do you choose a medicine ball?
November 11, 2014
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Many variations of medicine balls have come and gone throughout history but one thing remains constant, they are an excellent training tool for athletes. Medicine balls are essential for building the explosive strength that many athletes need to perform at...
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Athlete Development
Training Factors

Hip flexors – why they shouldn’t be overlooked.
October 29, 2014
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Every athlete can benefit from strong hip flexors; however hip flexor strengthening is very seldom included in athletic training regimens. The hip flexors are the group of muscles that allow you to lift your knees toward your chest or bend...
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Athlete Development
Nutrition and Hydration
Sleep and Recovery
Sport Participation

Post-Exercise Nutrition
October 21, 2014
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Post-exercise nutrition should be an important goal that is placed at the top of any serious athletes training priorities. After an intense training session, your body will be sorely lacking the energy and nutrients it needs to recover. While we...
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Athlete Development
Mental Skills

Striving for Athletic Perfection
October 16, 2014
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When stepping onto the field of play, every athlete wants to have the perfect performance.  Being a perfectionist may allow you to set high standards and be meticulous about your routine or craft until it is flawless. The pursuit of...
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Athlete Development
Sleep and Recovery

What is Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome?
October 14, 2014
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Patellofemoral pain is a common complaint and is one of the most prevalent knee disorders. Essentially it means at athlete has pain around and under the patella, or knee cap. Almost anyone can get it, but it particularly affects runners,...
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