Examining and addressing constraints to sport participation among ethnically diverse female adolescents
Multicultural Common Spaces: A Study of Canadian Hockey Arenas and Social integration
Inactivity and health risks
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…
Girls only sport spaces
Girls who are part of marginalized groups often miss out on sports, posing a big challenge for inclusion. A recent study found that much of the hesitancy to join sports comes from patriarchal norms and shyness. Promoting girls only sports with female coaches may lead to better rates of sport participation.
Defining adolescent patterns of sport participation
Fostering a Sport Participation Legacy: The Importance of a Sport Facility
Climate change impacts on outdoor activities in the summer
Much of summer tourism heavily relies on outdoor activities like hiking and water sports. Climate change could affect these activities, calling for adaptation measures such as improving natural conditions, upgrading infrastructure, and enhancing equipment.
Non-contact boxing and mental health
While the mental health benefits of physical activity are well-documented, the specific advantages remain relatively unexplored. A recent review underscores the benefits that non-contact boxing may offer such as significant relief from symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and stress.
Gender, settler colonialism, and sport in Indigenous communities
Have you ever considered the dynamics between gender, settler colonialism, and sport within Indigenous communities? For instance, lacrosse, once a traditional Indigenous practice, was adopted by white settlers, altering its cultural significance. Gendered expectations within settler colonial institutions, like residential schools, have also enforced ideals that impact Indigenous women’s participation in sports like lacrosse. To…
Injury in recreational athletes
Research on sports injuries often focuses on high performance athletes, potentially overlooking the risks for recreational players. This study on recreational tennis players found that they experience different injury patterns, with most injuries being caused by falls and twists.