Knowledge Nuggets

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.

Recent Canadian research has shown that, at least in children, there is no difference in symptom recovery between sport-related and non-sport-related concussions, reinforcing the need for proper care for every concussion, no matter where or how it happens.

Fatigue can make or break an athlete’s performance, affecting key skills at critical moments. While fitness is essential, carbohydrate intake may be the secret weapon for delaying fatigue and staying at peak performance.

In today’s digital era, it’s easy to overlook the importance of physical activity in our daily lives. New data from the WHO show that nearly one third (31%) of adults worldwide did not meet the recommended levels of physical activity in 2022, increasing the risk of certain diseases and health conditions. However, nearly half of...

In Canada, national sport organizations must have a clear Official Languages Policy to ensure they meet bilingual requirements for communications, programs, services and competitions. This policy needs to align with contribution agreements and be reviewed regularly to stay effective. Customizing these guidelines helps organizations meet Canada’s bilingual needs.

According to a recent review, Masters athletes exhibit muscle characteristics, physiological responses to exercise, and protein metabolism comparable to younger athletes. Like their younger counterparts, Masters athletes should prioritize adequate dietary protein intake in their nutrition plans to effectively support training demands and optimize recovery.

According to a recent study, female and male athletes experience distinct mental health challenges. Female athletes more frequently report anxiety, depression and disordered eating, while male athletes are more likely to struggle with alcohol, drugs and gambling. Tailored strategies are essential to effectively support female and male athletes.