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Non-contact boxing and mental health
September 6, 2024
While the mental health benefits of physical activity are well-documented, the specific advantages remain relatively unexplored. A recent review underscores the benefits that non-contact boxing may offer such as significant relief from symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and stress.
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Gender, settler colonialism, and sport in Indigenous communities
September 6, 2024
Have you ever considered the dynamics between gender, settler colonialism, and sport within Indigenous communities? For instance, lacrosse, once a traditional Indigenous practice, was adopted by white settlers, altering its cultural significance. Gendered expectations within settler colonial institutions, like residential schools, have also enforced ideals that impact Indigenous women’s participation in sports like lacrosse. To...
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Injury in recreational athletes
September 6, 2024
Research on sports injuries often focuses on high performance athletes, potentially overlooking the risks for recreational players. This study on recreational tennis players found that they experience different injury patterns, with most injuries being caused by falls and twists.
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Increasing quality of life for individuals with disabilities through community activity
September 6, 2024
Children with intellectual disabilities and developmental conditions often experience difficulties with certain tasks and limited eye contact. Active participation in community activities such as sport has been shown to enhance their overall happiness, indicating the significance of engagement in improving their well-being.
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Rethinking growth in youth sport
September 6, 2024
In the world of youth sports, we often hear how playing teaches important life skills. But focusing solely on practical outcomes overlooks the deeper, personal growth that happens. Looking at sports through a different lens, one that values individual growth and the journey of ‘becoming’, can uncover new ways young athletes learn and grow, offering...
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Mentorship for women coaches
September 6, 2024
Mentorship for women in coaching roles can have many personal and professional benefits. A recent study found that women coaches who engaged in a mentorship program reported having higher confidence, better health and well-being and an improved work-life balance. Integrating more mentorship opportunities for women coaches may be vital in supporting their development and well-being.
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Physical literacy in Indigenous youth
September 5, 2024
A recent study emphasized the need to rethink current approaches to supporting physical literacy for indigenous youth. Findings from this study highlighted five key themes for supporting physical literacy in indigenous youth, including the importance of engaging in wisdom-sharing, taking a youth-centred approach that uses humility and being mindful of teaching approaches used in programs.
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How technology influences the sport system
September 4, 2024
From boosting player performance to transforming fan experiences, AI and big data are shaking up the sports world like never before. Dive into how these cutting-edge technologies are redefining the sport industry!
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Why gender equity faces pushback in sport governance
September 4, 2024
Despite the emphasis on diversity, achieving gender balance in sport governance often meets resistance. Discover how outdated mindsets and buzzwords like “meritocracy” are being used to keep women out of top decision-making roles in sport.
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Injury prevention strategies need to be gender specific
September 4, 2024
Did you know that male and female athletes have different injury profiles? According to a recent study, female athletes are at increased risk of foot, ankle, and knee injuries, bone stress injuries, and sports-related concussions. Alternatively, male athletes are more likely to experience acute bone fractures and hip, groin and hamstring injuries. The findings emphasize...
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