Knowledge Nuggets

Several initiatives aim to educate athletes about sport-related concussions. A recent study involving 593 athletes found those who had received concussion education, experienced a concussion, or had access to medical staff demonstrated better knowledge. To enhance safety and awareness, tailored educational initiatives could be designed to reach athletes without access to medical support.

Build sport-specific power with plyometric training! Just 8 weeks can boost speed, agility, and explosive strength for athletes.

Judo, a physically demanding combat sport, requires optimal recovery for peak performance. This study finds that muscle recovery reaches its peak 24 hours after a match, while movement ability remains steady. Prioritizing recovery during this period can enhance performance and reduce the risk of injury.

Prolonged exercise in the heat raises core temperature and causes dehydration, which can impair performance and increase the risk of heat-related illness. A review of the research on effective strategies to mitigate these effects suggests that heat acclimation, hydration, and cooling techniques, such as using cold towels or ice vests, are ways to enhance comfort...

Coaching can make or break the athlete experience, yet formal education often falls short for Para sport coaches. This study unpacks the gaps in coach development and explores how reforming education could better support para athletes.

Summer day camps can do more than keep kids busy, they can boost healthy habits too. This review shows that day camps can help promote better eating and more movement in youth.

Intermittent fasting (IF), a popular method of weight loss, has shown promise for some athletes. From boosting energy metabolism to reducing inflammation and supporting chronic disease prevention, IF may be a game changer for some athletes.

Want to supercharge your focus? Take a quick run! A recent study shows that short activity breaks can sharply boost attention, making them a game changer for staying sharp and engaged.

Can better coordination make you smarter? A recent study suggests that just 12 weeks of coordination-focused training gave youth athletes significant boosts in memory, attention, and spatial skills, highlighting that training your body might be one of the smartest moves for your brain.

What drives a team to excel? This study highlights 4 key factors, leadership styles, supportiveness, communication, and feedback, that shape team performance across industries. For high-performance sports teams, focusing on these areas could unlock new levels of success.