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Local sports clubs post COVID-19
August 19, 2024
As local sports clubs try to bounce back in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, they face various challenges. Explore how these clubs are struggling to return to organized sports and emphasize the importance of using proven strategies to help them adapt and survive.
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Life satisfaction and live sporting events
August 19, 2024
Watching professional sports is a popular pastime worldwide. This study found that the more frequently sports fans visited live sports events, the more the fans were satisfied with their lives.
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Health risks of climate change to athletes
August 19, 2024
Climate change poses complex risks to the environment, society, and health, but its impact on sports has been underexplored. Take a look at this new model that outlines the health risks climate change poses to athletes, including direct threats from extreme weather and indirect effects like increased air pollution and infection risks.
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Pressure training in sport
August 19, 2024
Athletes often face psychological pressure from competition, which can impact their performance. Pressure training, which introduces competition stress during practice, has been shown to be an effective method for helping athletes develop coping skills and better manage stress in sports.
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Nutrition for injury prevention in combat sport athletes
August 19, 2024
Athletes in combat sports have a high risk of injury, with common issues affecting the head, neck, and limbs. Proper nutrition, including proteins and omega-3s, can help prevent injuries and speed up recovery, making it a key part of staying healthy and returning to training.
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Perfectionistic traits and distance running
August 19, 2024
In competitive sports, understanding how to achieve peak performance is crucial. This study found that athletes with perfectionistic traits performed better in a 10K run and a half-marathon, indicating that a drive for perfection can enhance results in distance running.
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Gender inequality in sport research
August 19, 2024
Despite progress, gender imbalances remain prevalent in many areas of sport, including research. This study shows that 66% of participants were male and only 34% female, highlighting the need for more gender equitable research going forward.
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Keto diets for elite endurance athletes
August 19, 2024
Ketogenic diets are gaining attention in elite endurance sports for their ability to boost fat burning, potentially transforming performance. However, concerns linger about their impact on glycogen use and high-intensity exercise, with mixed results among athletes.
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Music and sport performance
August 16, 2024
Listening to music while exercising is a popular habit among athletes, offering benefits for both performance and motivation. Its effectiveness can vary based on individual music preferences, with some evidence suggesting a significant impact on performance.
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Effective mentoring in sports
August 15, 2024
The relationship between mentors and mentees stands out as a pivotal factor in effective mentoring. This was highlighted in a study featuring 239 mentor head coaches and 239 mentee assistant coaches, where researchers discovered a significant link between the quality of mentorship and the improvement of mentees’ leadership skills. Such finding underscores the imperative of...
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