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Sodium supplementation beliefs
March 18, 2021
Many ultramarathon runners believe the consumption of sodium supplements during competition will prevent the symptoms of exercise-associated hyponatremia, including dehydration, muscle cramping, and nausea. However, accumulating evidence suggests supplementing sodium intake above what is consumed in food and drink is generally not necessary, and could be dangerous.
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Subconcussive impacts in boxing
March 17, 2021
Assessments of the motor control and cognitive function of boxers before and after a nine-minute sparring session showed short-term impairment to brain-to-muscle communications and decreased memory performance. The findings help understand how subconcussive impacts — those that are below the concussion threshold — may have immediate effects on the brain.
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Leadership behaviour
March 16, 2021
Athletes like Christine Sinclair, Sydney Crosby or Willie O’Ree have exceptional skills; but what distinguishes them as leaders is their behaviour. Great work ethic, showing care for teammates, being accountable, acting in ways that reinforce positive team norms – these are examples of behaviours that help athletes emerge as leaders within a team.
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Female athletes seek treatment later
March 15, 2021
New research discovered female athletes seek specialty medical treatment later than male athletes for sport-related concussions, which may contribute to worse symptoms and longer recoveries. These findings reinforce the importance of early identification and the implementation of concussion management plans and protocols.
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“Sideline” physical activity
March 12, 2021
For busy youth sport parents, finding time for personal sport and physical activity can be difficult. However, engaging in “sideline” physical activity during your child’s practice or game may be one way to counteract the negative effects of sitting and other sedentary elements of the traditional parent–spectator role.
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Increasing program impact
March 11, 2021
Looking to increase the reach of your training program? Encourage stakeholders to make it mandatory. An evaluation of the Keeping Girls in Sport online module demonstrated high completion rates in provinces where the training was mandated by some provincial sport organizations.
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Pre-exercise hydration
March 10, 2021
While hydration practices during training and competition are important, new research emphasizes the importance of beginning endurance exercise in a well-hydrated state. Athletes experiencing pre-exercise dehydration showed impaired aerobic exercise performance, peak oxygen consumption, and lactate threshold.
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Gold Medal Governance – Setting Direction
March 9, 2021
For sport organizations, strategic foresight – the capacity to anticipate and act in the present to meet one’s needs in the future – is critical to success. Boards of directors can nurture strategic foresight to inform decision making by regularly making time for future focused work.
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International Women’s Day
March 8, 2021
Today is International Women’s Day, a global initiative to celebrate the achievements of women and accelerate gender equity.  This year, SIRC is celebrating moms who are making efforts to play sports and be physically active, despite persisting public health restrictions. However, up to 75% of moms experience barriers to regular participation, including feelings of guilt, pressure, and...
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Gamification
March 5, 2021
Gamification is the use of game techniques, such as the allocation of points and rewards, to provide incentive and fuel the competitive spirit in aspects of life outside of sport. Learn how MLSE LaunchPad has used gamification to support the development of prosocial life skills in the SIRCuit.
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