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Parental involvement and children’s enjoyment in sport
July 22, 2024
Parental involvement is key in aiding youth athlete development and enjoyment. A recent study highlights 4 preferences for parental involvement that aid in enhancing a child’s sporting enjoyment. 1) Show you care about your child’s sport by facilitating and prioritizing participation. 2) Listen and learn from your child to ensure you can engage in informed...
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Cannabis and athletic performance
July 22, 2024
With cannabis use increasing worldwide, there is growing interest in its effects on athletic recovery and performance. THC has been shown to have mixed or negative impacts on exercise performance, however CBD has shown promise in aiding recovery by potentially improving sleep and reducing pain.
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Body composition in sport
July 22, 2024
Athletes’ body composition results from a mix of genetics, sport demands, diet, and training. Metrics like fat and muscle mass play a significant role in athlete health and performance, influencing factors such as injury risk and recovery.
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Heart rate variability in athletes
July 19, 2024
In sports, there are various measures for athlete psychology, with heart rate variability (HRV) becoming an increasingly popular method of measurement. Different factors such as stress, overtraining, and performance have been found to impact HRV, thus influencing athlete psychology.
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Sport performance in cold weather
July 18, 2024
Cold weather can impact sports performance, making specific guidelines for competing in cold conditions necessary. This review offers insights on how cold affects the body and provides tips for athletes and coaches to stay healthy and perform well in winter sports.
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Retirement after concussions
July 18, 2024
It can be hard to know when an athlete should retire from sports due to concussions. Researchers have highlighted the importance of having open discussions with athletes who have experienced concussions about the current evidence and risks of continuing to play so that they can make informed decisions about their participation or retirement. These discussions should include...
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Swimming for health management
July 17, 2024
In the past few decades, swimming has become one of the most important physical activities within the healthcare system for regulating health and well-being. A recent study found that over a course of 16 weeks, swimming sessions could be considered as an effective nonpharmacological approach in managing type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure.
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Sport for stress reduction
July 16, 2024
Sport isn’t just about competition, it’s also about having fun. For adolescents, engaging in physical activity can reduce the effects of stress, especially when they genuinely enjoy what they’re doing. This highlights how motivation behind physical activity influences life satisfaction and reduces stress.
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Reasons to continue sport participation later in life
July 16, 2024
Despite the well-known benefits of sport, participation tends to decline with age. However, many older adults continue to engage in sports for reasons such as health benefits, social connections, and a sense of achievement. To encourage greater participation among older adults, highlighting these benefits are essential.
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Nutrition and muscle recovery
July 16, 2024
Recovery strategies are key for athletes to combat fatigue from increased metabolism during physical activity. Nutrients like proteins, amino acids, and vitamins are crucial for supporting muscle recovery and reducing post-exercise damage.
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