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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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Athlete Development
Nutrition and Hydration

Should Athletes try the Paleo Diet?
May 13, 2015
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The Paleolithic Diet is hugely popular right now with its proponents touting its benefits through books, websites, personal blogs and health and fitness magazines. Athletes are always striving to gain an edge so it’s not surprising that many are turning...
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Physical Health
Sport Participation

Recruit a friend! The benefits of a workout buddy
May 6, 2015
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Sometimes motivating yourself to workout can be tough and even the most dedicated person has days where they would rather sit on the couch and watch a movie. That’s why recruiting a workout buddy to join you in your chosen...
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Athlete Development
Equipment
Sleep and Recovery
Sport Participation

Are compression garments effective for exercise recovery?
April 29, 2015
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The use of compression garments has become increasingly popular in recent years, mostly in a post-exercise role where compression tights, arm sleeves, socks and boots are used as a means to speed up recovery.  Types of compression garments vary where...
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Children and Youth
Life Skills
Sport Participation

Becoming a Youth Sport Leader
April 22, 2015
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There is no arguing the inherent value of sport and its positive effects on today’s youth.  Sport offers the opportunity for so many things, social interaction, the value of team work, building confidence, not to mention the healthy lifestyle that...
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Physical Health
Sleep and Recovery
Sport Participation

Want to have a good quality sleep? Try Exercise!
April 15, 2015
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Poor sleep quality is a common issue for many people, in fact, one in four people experience sleep difficulties. This includes trouble falling or staying asleep, early morning waking, sleeping too much, or experiencing a restless sleep. Experts agree that...
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Children and Youth
Leadership
Sport Participation
Volunteer Management

Getting involved: How do I recruit youth volunteers for my sport program?
April 8, 2015
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According to recent reports, over 40% of young Canadians will volunteer in the culture, sport & recreation sector – this is great news for sport leaders! The majority of young people who volunteer use it as a way to build...
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Athlete Development
Nutrition and Hydration
Sleep and Recovery
Sport Participation

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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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
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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Concussion
Physical Health
Varsity Sport

After concussion: Student-athletes return-to-learn
March 11, 2015
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When a high school age student athlete receives a concussion, it’s important that all adults that interact with that student know how to provide the best atmosphere for them when they return to school. While health care professionals are increasingly...
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