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Vitamin D in athletes
May 23, 2025
Vitamin D plays an important role in preventing musculoskeletal injuries. But according to recent research, many athletes are deficient in Vitamin D, especially in the winter. Spending time in the sun and consuming a diet rich in foods like fish and eggs are simple ways to increase Vitamin D intake. If you’re concerned about your...
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Promoting wellbeing through organized sport
May 22, 2025
Engaging in physical activity supports wellbeing in youth by improving mental and physical health and promoting social connectedness. Recent research suggests that organized sports may be more beneficial than other forms of recreational physical activities for supporting wellbeing, highlighting the unique benefits of organized sport for youth athletes.
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Supporting racialized student athletes
May 21, 2025
Racialized student athletes may experience higher levels of poor mental health. A recent consensus seeking process undertaken among NCAA student athletes, educators, administrators, and health professionals identified 42 strategies for higher education institutions to address the mental health needs of racialized student athletes. Examples include having clear pathways to report discrimination, having diversity in sports...
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Choosing the right running shoe
May 20, 2025
Running shoes can affect running performance and injury risk. Research shows that shoe drop, cushioning, stiffness, and weight needs to be considered based on the runner’s anatomy, gait, and training routine. To optimize running efficiency and minimize risk of injury, shoe biomechanics and individual needs must be considered.
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Uncovering sport governance
May 16, 2025
Sport governance is a crucial yet often ambiguous aspect of sport management, sparking ongoing debates about its practical applications. This study examines the legal and regulatory dimensions of sport governance, identifying key challenges and exploring future directions.
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Training time and motivation
May 15, 2025
Does training time affect performance? This study found that while training at a preferred time didn’t significantly boost performance, it did enhance motivation and make workouts feel easier.
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Physical activity in adulthood
May 14, 2025
Engaging in exercise throughout adulthood is essential for supporting health and wellbeing. Research shows that young, middle-aged and older adults who participate in physical activity report increased happiness and life satisfaction compared to those with more sedentary lifestyles. This emphasizes the importance of staying active regardless of your age.
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Elite athletes’ self-regulation boosts recovery
May 13, 2025
Endurance athletes rely on self-regulatory skills like knowing, listening to, and respecting their bodies to optimize recovery between intense workouts. According to new research, elite athletes demonstrate greater skill in adapting recovery to their stress levels compared to non-elite athletes, offering insights into personalized approaches to prevent injury and burnout.
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Comparing anxiety levels in individual vs. team sports
May 12, 2025
In a study exploring how anxiety levels differed among athletes in individual versus team sports, individual sport athletes reported higher levels of anxiety compared team sport athletes. Female athletes also reported higher levels of anxiety than male athletes. The results of this study point to the importance of tailored mental health supports for athletes based...
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Postpartum guidelines for recreational athletes
May 9, 2025
Recent updates to exercise guidelines now include recreational athletes during pregnancy and postpartum, but guidance on safe training is limited. A study of recreational active women who followed a rehabilitation program focused on core and pelvic floor strength showed significant improvements in pain, urinary dysfunction, and pelvic floor strength, showing the benefits of physical therapy...
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