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Transforming women’s sports through technology

February 20, 2024
In women’s elite sports, technology is transforming the game. Deloitte predicts that wearables, data analytics, and immersive fan experiences will optimize athlete performance and recovery. Embracing these technologies not only enhances fan engagement and opens new revenue streams but also fuels the growth and sustainability of women’s elite sports. It’s a win-win for players, fans,...

Aerobic exercise improving episodic memory in late adulthood

February 19, 2024
Memory in late adulthood often tends to deteriorate with age. Aerobic exercise remains one of the most promising approaches for enhancing cognitive function in late adulthood. Recent research highlights the benefits of aerobic exercise on episodic memory among adults older than 55 years of age.

Art therapy in youth concussion recovery

February 16, 2024
Up and coming research from a PhD student at the university of Alberta combines art therapy with concussion recovery science. The research explores communication challenges faced by youth post-concussion and showcases the power of art as a tool for self-expression, calling for a reimagining of rehabilitation in concussion management.

Whole body cryotherapy for recovery

January 29, 2024
Cold therapy is a widely adopted practice for alleviating pain symptoms, mitigating inflammation in chronic diseases, and addressing musculoskeletal injuries. While partial body cryotherapy has proven effective, a recent study underscores the potential advantages of whole-body cryotherapy, indicating its recovery properties as a valuable tool in sports medicine.

The heart and brain axis

January 11, 2024
Repeated concussions may disrupt the heart-brain axis, causing irregularities in heart activity and long-term health implications. This new insight emphasizes the importance of measures to reduce the occurrence of concussions in sports. Implementing and strictly enforcing safety protocols can contribute to minimizing the risk of head injuries and subsequent cardiac implications.

Moving for your mood

January 9, 2024
Ever heard of, or felt, “runner’s high”– that short but relaxing moment of joy some people feel after exercising? Wondering why this phenomenon happens? Dive into the exciting world of endorphins and learn natural ways to boost them. Read ParticipACTION’s blog, Endorphins and exercise 101: Exposing the mysterious link between them.

Remedies for chronic pain

December 13, 2023
Chronic neck pain is an incredibly common experience among people around the world. There are many different remedies that people often use to relieve symptoms. A study found that dry needling, a process in which thin needles are administered to cause muscle contractions, could be an effective way to treat chronic neck pain in the...

Supplement consumption

December 11, 2023
Many athletes take supplements in hopes of increasing sport performance. One common supplement many athletes take is creatine. Creatine is a naturally occurring compound that your body produces to supply your muscles with energy. A recent study showed that Creatine monohydrate supplementation significantly increased muscle creatine content by around 24%.

Veganism and Health

December 8, 2023
Diets are a common trend among society in order to manage weight and stay healthy. One common diet that has gained popularity is veganism. Veganism is the dieting practice of not consuming any animal-based products including meat, eggs, dairy and more. Recent studies suggest that a carefully designed vegan diet can help to improve sports...

Risks of energy drink consumption

December 7, 2023
Across the country many people have caffeine regularly as a part of their everyday routine. This usually comes in the form of coffee in the morning or throughout the day, however recently energy drinks have been on the rise. With the suggested limit of caffeine being around 400 mg a day, the rise of energy...

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