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Umpire Viewing Distance
December 13, 2019
Safe or out? Because the speed of sound is slower than the speed of light, baseball fans in the stands can mistakenly think a player is safe because they hear the sound of the ball hitting the mitt of the first baseman after the batter crosses the base (similar to the delay between lighting and...
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Active Commuting
December 12, 2019
An analysis of 12 years of motor vehicle/bicycle crash data revealed that the motorist’s speed was the most important variable in whether a cyclist was seriously injured or not. At 60 km/h, 27% of cyclists suffered a severe or catastrophic injury during a collision. However, at 30 km/h, this risk was reduced to less than...
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Champion Article – Volleyball
December 11, 2019
Policy change is one way Volleyball Canada is striving to improve athlete safety on the court. Changes include warm-up drill practices discouraging athletes from going under the net to retrieve the ball – an area with a high risk for concussions. Learn more in the SIRC Blog.
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New Resource: SIRCTalks
December 5, 2019
SIRCTalks is an exciting new series of SIRC videos and podcasts profiling innovative areas of sport research. Some of the latest episodes feature insight from Dr. Joe Baker (York University) on athlete development, Dr. Tara-Leigh McHugh (University of Alberta) on the effect of major games on indigenous youth, and Mike Bara (Hockey Canada) on using research...
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Outrunning Death
December 4, 2019
It may be possible to out-run death, at least for a little while, according to a recent study. The meta-analysis of more than 230,000 participants found that even the most casual runners (as little as a slow jog once a week) had a 27% lower risk of death than those who did not run at...
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2019
December 3, 2019
In recognition of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, today’s SIRC blog features the Ability Toolkit, an evidence-informed resource that adapts the recommendations of the 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for children and youth with disabilities.
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Coach 2 Coach Blog: Social Media
December 2, 2019
As a coach, establishing social media boundaries with your athletes requires an intentional approach. Coaches should consider the age of their athletes, their personal coaching pedagogy, and the purpose for interacting on social media. Learn more in the Coaches Association of Ontario’s Coach 2 Coach blog.
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Physical Activity in Childcare
November 29, 2019
Parents often rely on childcare providers to provide children with their daily physical activity. However, research shows childcare providers often lack the skill and confidence to ensure children meet the recommended guidelines for physical activity. Learn more in The Conversation.
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TSN Nugget Campaign
November 28, 2019
SIRC Knowledge Nuggets are now “on the air”! In partnership with Bell Media, SIRC is testing the delivery of sport research through radio ads. The pilot campaign began this week, running ads in Ottawa through TSN 1200 radio. Read SIRC’s press release for further details!
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National Addictions Awareness Week 2019
November 27, 2019
With 1 in 10 Canadians experiencing substance use disorders, it is likely that a team member or colleague might experience or be affected by the misuse of substances. Unfortunately, stigmatizing language can prevent people from seeking help. Learn more about National Addictions Awareness Week and download the new “Overcoming Stigma Through Language” resource on the...
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