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Team Unbreakable: The transformative power of running for youth mental health

Mental health challenges among Canadian youth are a growing concern. It is estimated that up to 20% of children and youth in Canada, which is more than 1.2 million young individuals, are affected by a mental health disorder. Addressing the mental health needs of these children and youth lays a crucial foundation for their lifelong…

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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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Equipment
Sleep and Recovery
Sport Participation

Does Foam Rolling Work?
September 9, 2014
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The primary purpose of a foam roller is to force a tight muscle to relax thus reducing pain and allow the opposing muscle to contract and stabilize the joint. When this happens, it can help increase range of motion, reduce...
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Athlete Development
Children and Youth
Sleep and Recovery
Varsity Sport

Overtraining in High-School Athletes – The “Always-In-Season” Athlete
September 2, 2014
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By Konrad Wiltmann Algonquin Sport Business Management student Many high-school athletes compete in a wide variety of sports over the course of the school year, while maintaining their studies, social life, and sometimes a part-time job. It is not uncommon...
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Mental Health
Physical Health
Sleep and Recovery
Sport Participation

Entering the Positive World of Yoga
August 19, 2014
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By Jessica Price Algonquin Sport Business Management student Yoga is an ancient tradition that focuses on breathing, simple mediation, and body posture. Today, yoga has become increasing popular because people use it as a means to good health and relaxation....
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Athlete Development
Coaching
Sleep and Recovery
Training Factors

Active Recovery
July 31, 2014
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Recovery is paramount to attaining peak performance and minimizing the chances of overtraining. For athletes who carry out repeated bouts of high intensity workouts, the ability to recover between the repetitions and the days between these sessions can improve performance....
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Athlete Development
Mental Skills
Sleep and Recovery
Training Factors

When does a routine become a habit?
July 21, 2014
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As an athlete, taking some time off from your sport is an essential part of the training process. After a long season your body needs time to recover. Getting away from your sport for a while also helps rejuvenate that...
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Physical Health
Sleep and Recovery
Sport Participation

Is there such a thing as placebo sleep?
June 16, 2014
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It is estimated that the average human will spent 36% of their life sleeping. If you lived to be 75 years old, 27 of those years will be spent sleeping. Sleeping is one of the most important human functions and...
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Physical Health
Sleep and Recovery
Sport Participation
Workplace Wellness

How do you prevent low-back pain?
June 13, 2014
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Nearly everyone at some point has back pain that interferes with work, routine daily activities, or recreation. Most occurrences of low back pain tend to go away within a few days. However by strengthening your core, improving your posture and...
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Athlete Development
Sleep and Recovery

Is massage effective for exercise recovery?
June 13, 2014
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For most coaches, trainers, and athletes, massage is an integral part of a training and competition program. Sports massage can be used to improve athletic performance, speed recovery, and can be used by all individuals, professional or recreational athletes, to...
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Athlete Development
Sleep and Recovery
Sport Participation

Match Point: Treating and Preventing Tennis Elbow
December 17, 2013
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Tennis elbow is a very common sport related injury. Despite its name the injury can occur in a number of different sports. While usually a fairly minor injury, the resulting pain, discomfort, and potential weakness can prevent a person from...
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