Predicting muscle fiber composition
Curious about your muscle type? This study suggests that the number of reps you can do at 80% of your maximum weight (1RM) reveals whether you have more fast-twitch or slow-twitch muscle fibers.
SCRI Panel: Trending topics in youth sport
Key considerations to promote the inclusion of women, girls and 2SLGBTQI+ athletes
Chronic alcohol misuse and sport performance
Chronic alcohol misuse causes muscle weakness and atrophy, while problematic drinking impairs muscle function and athletic performance. This study shows that alcohol consumption hinders muscle recovery and function, potentially reducing sport performance, especially in men.
Challenging the comeback effect
It was once believed that being slightly behind in a game could boost winning chances in basketball, but new research challenges this idea. Tests across other sports like football and rugby found no similar effect.
Benefits of sport in individuals with disabilities
Sports participation offers benefits for all, including those with disabilities, by enhancing functionality and reducing anxiety. This review explores these benefits, emphasizing positive outcomes like socialization, enjoyment, and opportunities to challenge stereotypes among individuals with disabilities.
The challenges of school sport
School sport is essential for student education and wellbeing, yet it faces several challenges. A recent study surveyed 82 teacher-coaches and 38 athletic directors across Canada, uncovering 3 main issues with school sports: changing the school sport culture, ensuring long-term sustainability, and the threat posed by club sports.
Regular physical activity and rising temperatures
Regular physical activity across the lifespan could allow people to better tolerate rising temperatures. Research shows that regular physical activity in hot conditions can increase one’s heat tolerance and can help the body deal with stress placed on the cardiovascular system during hot temperatures. Physical activity can also help people cope with the stresses associated…
Sport to increase happiness in older adults
Sport participation benefits individuals at all stages of life, including older adults. This study found that engaging in sports not only increased happiness but also strengthened community bonds among participants.
Kinesio Taping for chronic ankle instability
Ankle injuries are common among athletes, with recurrent sprains potentially leading to chronic ankle instability (CAI). Kinesio Taping, a type of therapeutic taping, has shown to provide moderate stabilization for athletes with CAI.