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On the sidelines but central: The powerful role parents play in youth sport

Anyone who has ever sat through a rainy Saturday soccer match or juggled dinner schedules to accommodate volleyball practice knows that youth sport doesn’t happen without parents. They are the chauffeurs, cheerleaders, fundraisers, and sometimes, the most vocal critics on the sidelines. But as Dr. Nick Holt knows all too well, parents aren’t just a…

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Sport Participation
Training Factors

Cycling basics for rookies
June 30, 2015
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With the Tour de France starting up this weekend, many fans will be tuning in to watch these high performance athletes fight their way to the finish line in this notoriously grueling event. Over the coming month you will be...
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Coaching
Training Factors

Strength Training Recommendations for Soccer Players
June 3, 2015
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The kickoff for soccer’s FIFA Women’s World Cup starts this week with Canada as a proud host. Six cities will be involved in the tournament: Moncton, Montreal, Ottawa, Edmonton, Vancouver and Winnipeg. Soccer is a high intensity game and the...
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Athlete Development
Coaching
Mental Health
Sleep and Recovery
Training Factors

How do you get out of a Performance Slump?
May 27, 2015
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Unexplained performance slumps can be extremely frustrating for athletes and can be caused by any number of reasons, physical or mental.  Sport psychologists agree that these declines are just par for the course in competitive sport but that doesn’t make...
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Nutrition and Hydration
Physical Health
Sport Participation
Training Factors

I’ve signed up for an obstacle race – now what?
March 25, 2015
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Many people have the impression that obstacle races are for elite athletes, when in fact many races accommodate all fitness levels. These types of races are great if you want to give yourself an extra challenge but have a little...
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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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Older Adults
Physical Health
Sport Participation
Training Factors

Aqua Fitness: A low impact physical activity for the active aging adult
November 13, 2014
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Aqua fitness for older adults, especially for those with limited mobility can be an excellent way of staying active. It is a low impact form of exercise that is accessible to all swimming levels and abilities. Working out in the...
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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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Children and Youth
Physical Health
Sport Participation
Training Factors

Combining Aerobic and Resistance Training a Formula for Success
October 30, 2014
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Childhood obesity rates in Canada have been increasing over the last three decades. Establishing a healthy lifestyle for your child can help combat obesity and maintain a healthy weight. A great way to maintain a healthy weight is to eat...
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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
Coaching
Mental Skills
Physical Health
Training Factors

Overcoming setbacks: developing resilience
October 2, 2014
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Athletes deal with many adverse situations ranging from injuries, to coping with pressure, to dealing with mental lapses that can derail their ability to concentrate on performing. Being able to bounce back from setbacks or situations that cannot be controlled...
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