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Lack of Sleep
April 2, 2019
Lack of sleep is associated with numerous physical and psychological health risks. Healthy sleep habits include making sleep a priority, maintaining a regular sleep schedule, and setting the stage for sleep by creating a comfortable environment and limiting distractions from noise and light immediately before bed (including electronic devices!).
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Participation Motives
March 27, 2019
In sports like swimming that tend to revolve around “best times,” it’s important to have reasons for participating that aren’t related to performance. There will always come a time when an athlete hits their limit and can’t go any faster. Having other reasons to participate, like friendships and fitness, will keep them involved long-term. Learn...
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Brain blood flow and Exercise
March 25, 2019
Exercise alters brain blood flow and improves cognitive performance in older adults, though not in the way you might think. Research from the University of Maryland discovered that while exercise beneficially increased the blood flow to the brain in healthy adults, it decreased the blood flow in adults experiencing mild cognitive impairment (MCI). This decrease...
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Winning bias and uniform colour
March 22, 2019
Does the colour of your uniform bias your chances of winning? In judo, a white judogi has been commonly considered a disadvantage because it was thought to be more visible, allowing athletes in blue to better evaluate and anticipate the movement of their (white) opponent. However, research now suggests that a winning bias is attributed...
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Budget 2019
March 20, 2019
The Federal Government’s Budget 2019 announced $30 million over five years, and $6 million per year ongoing, to enable Canada’s national sport organizations to promote accessible, ethical, equitable and safe sport.
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Innovation Initiative
March 19, 2019
Wondering if your organization’s new program is effective? Sport Canada’s Innovation Initiative provides funding to deliver and test innovative program approaches to build the evidence base about what works to reduce the barriers to participation, increase physical literacy, support retention in sport, and achieve social goals through sport. The deadline to submit a concept is...
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Athlete Mental Health
March 18, 2019
Athletes learn to hide effort and pain in the pursuit of performances that are strong, flawless, and seemingly effortless. But off the field of play, we need to create a culture where athletes struggling with injury, whether physical or mental, can ask for help. This SIRC blog provides insights and tips for athletes, support team...
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Sleep Infographic
March 15, 2019
Today is World Sleep Day. Are Canadians getting enough sleep? According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, 1 in 2 adults have trouble going to sleep or staying asleep; 1 in 5 adults do not find their sleep refreshing; and 1 in 3 adults have difficulty staying awake during waking hours. Find out more...
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Outdoor Play
February 18, 2019
Outdoor play is a basic childhood need, and taking risks is an essential part of play. Whether sledding down a hill, building a snow fort, or playing pond hockey, children are often happiest when playing, and this type of risky play contributes to children’s health, development and wellbeing. Unfortunately, research indicates only 37% of children play...
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Life Skills Blog
February 13, 2019
Sport is often celebrated as a platform through which to develop life skills, such as communication, teamwork, and respect. Approaches to develop these skills are either implicit – where the inherent dynamics of sport provide opportunities for practicing life skills; or explicit – where intentional design provides opportunities to practice life skills. Learn more in...
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