Amanda Field ( amanda.field@bcchr.ca ) @ 10/10/2023 3:25 pm

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Creating welcoming, equitable spaces for new Canadians in sport

Sport can help to promote physical and mental health, build social connections and support integration into Canadian communities among newcomers to Canada. However, research shows that newcomers face unique barriers to sport participation, including cost, transportation, language, access to information, racism and religious or cultural considerations. In this article, newcomers in participant, parent, and coaching…

The physical and mental health benefits of youth athletics

Throughout youth a key part of childhood for many people has been sports. Sports are a key part of the schooling experience and create an opportunity for play and have many positive mental and physical benefits. A recent study shows that school athletes often reported higher academic achievement, decreased levels of anxiety and depression, and…

The impact of maltreatment in sport on social wellbeing of athletes

Maltreatment in the sport industry is an ongoing issue that has many negative social implications. According to research, athletes that have experienced maltreatment within their sport have long-term attachment issues, a higher risk of experiencing violence and victimization with other relationships and have a harder time developing positive social relationships. It’s important to recognize the…

Sleep in athletes

Sleep is a basic and common biological activity in human beings. Sleep is vital for recovery or replenishments of energy loss during daily functional activities. This is especially true in athletes that physically exert themselves regularly. A recent study shows that lack of sleep in athletes can predispose them to chronic injury and hinder sports…

Impact of Emotion on Sport

Emotions can communicate a lot of information about a person’s thoughts and intentions without verbally saying anything. In a sport setting these emotions can rub off on others whether that be teammates or viewers. This blog details why it is important to manage emotions during sport and strategies surrounding emotional control.

Taking a person-first approach to high performance sport in Canada

At the Canada Summer Games 2022 in Niagara, an event for up-and-coming athletes, the power of sport to transform lives was on full display with stories that showcased the pure joy, excitement and fun sport can offer. Teenage wrestler Eekeeluak Avalak became Nunavut’s first ever gold medalist in the Games and an emotional video clip…

Family sport culture impacts participation

In modern times many of us lead busy lives and it can be difficult to encourage youth to find time to participate in sport. Recent research shows that family sport culture has a consistent influence on young people’s sport participation.

Weight cutting detrimental to muscles

Weight cutting or rapid weight loss is a widespread practice in sports that have weight requirements, such as combat sports and rowing. A recent study done on Judokas finds that significant muscle damage was induced by rapid weight loss.