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Weight cutting in sport sounds harsh because it is. As a U19 national champion wrestler with international experience and a mixed martial artist, I have first-hand experience losing weight in a short amount of time to compete in my desired category. And I can tell you that it is both mentally and physically daunting. My most vivid memory of weight cutting took place at a tournament in August of 2022, I had to shed 6 kilograms fast to compete in […]
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September 23, 2014
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...
September 19, 2014
Vitamins and supplements are big business, with billions of dollars spent each year. North Americans are firm in the belief that they need to boost their intake of multivitamins for better health – but do they really work? Researchers generally...
September 18, 2014
While most coaching will occur during practice, coaching on game day is also very important. Coaching from the sidelines lets the athletes know if they are executing plays and game strategy well. A good coach knows that coaching during game...
September 11, 2014
Successful teams such as the Carleton University Ravens men’s basketball team, the University of Guelph Gryphons cross country program and John Wooden’s UCLA men’s basketball squad are collegiate teams that most would like to emulate; simply put, winning is part...
September 9, 2014
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...
September 4, 2014
Student-athletes have the demanding role of balancing academic and athletic pursuits while doing well in both the classroom and on the field of play. Unlike the average student, student-athletes have a rigorous schedule that requires planning, discipline and sacrifice. Having...
September 2, 2014
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...
August 28, 2014
Organized sports played among youth participants are usually in the form of club sports or school athletic teams. It is also likely that those who participate in club sports are also members of their high school teams. Having the opportunity...
August 26, 2014
Take a little bit of field hockey fundamentals, the ball carrying and throws of lacrosse, the physicality of rugby, with a sprinkle of hockey and soccer for good measure and you’ve got the Irish national sport of hurling (Camogie in...
August 21, 2014
Elite athletes have an exceptional ability to rise to the occasion when called upon to perform. Whether it is making that big shot to win the game or making a dazzling pass that scores the winning goal, most coaches want...