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The bounce-back illusion: Why real postpartum bodies deserve the spotlight

Let’s begin with a familiar image. A woman, newly postpartum, stands in her living room. Her baby is nestled in a sling across her chest, and she’s attempting something between a squat and a stretch while simultaneously rescuing a plush giraffe from under the couch. She is not wearing Lululemon. She has not “bounced back.”…

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Fair Play
Leadership

Officiating Styles
October 23, 2014
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Officiating is an integral part of sports whether athletes find themselves at the introductory or professional level. Officials ensure that sporting events are played according to the governing guidelines by overseeing and implementing the necessary ruling when a sport infraction...
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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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Coaching
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Girls and Women

Coaching boys or girls: Is there a difference?
October 9, 2014
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No two athletes are the same. Most athletes have their own ways of approaching practice and competition. As a coach, to get the best out of your athlete you have to get to know them as individuals and as athletes....
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Mom's Got Game
Physical Health
Sport Participation
Technology

Online Group Workouts
October 7, 2014
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Find it hard to get of your house and get exercise? Maybe you’re a new mother that finds it difficult to find time for physical activity, you think gym memberships are too pricey, or you simply have a busy lifestyle...
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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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Mental Health
Physical Health
Sport Participation
Workplace Wellness

Fit in Fitness!
September 30, 2014
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Everyone knows that physical activity is essential for your health and well-being – most of us have the desire to be more active but tend to get bogged down in the busyness of everyday life. While many people cite ‘lack...
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Knowledge Mobilization
SCRI Conference
Sport Participation

Join us for the 8th Annual SCRI Conference!
September 25, 2014
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In 2005, as part of the Sport Canada Research Initiative (SCRI), Sport Canada launched a joint initiative with the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) called the Sport Participation Research Initiative (SPRI). Sport Canada is funding the...
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Athlete Development
Mental Health
Physical Health
Sport Participation

Exercise Addiction: Can too much exercise be harmful?
September 23, 2014
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The health benefits of physical activity and exercise keeps our bodies at a healthy weight and minimizes the risk of developing chronic diseases. Any amount of exercise is better than being sedentary, improving our chances of living longer and experiencing...
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