Sport Volunteering
Looking to give you resumé a boost? Research shows sport volunteering positively influences hiring managers’ perceptions of applicant qualifications. Sport volunteering may act as a signal of values and competencies, such as altruism and a willingness to work in a team environment.
COVID-19 Impact Research
Has balancing working from home and childcare decreased the physical activity of Canadians during COVID-19 restrictions; or have more flexible work schedules and social support increase physical activity? These are some of the questions driving new research exploring the impact of public health measures on physical activity and wellbeing.
Throwback Thursday – Cycling
Dusting off your bike to take advantage of the health benefits of cycling during the current public health restrictions? Whether cycling to work, the grocery store or just for fun, this #ThrowbackThursday SIRC blog provides important tips to stay safe including helmet fit, and important signs, signals and regulations for cyclists and drivers.
Sitting All Day
Sitting all day can have short- and long-term health implications, from neck and back pain and mental fogginess, to increased risk for cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Whether it’s a quick morning stretch with the kids, a lunch-time workout, a mid-afternoon walk with the dog, find ways to increase movement throughout the day. Read…
Masters Sport
Carol LaFayette-Boyd is one of Canada’s rising track and field stars – at the age of 77. The multiple world record holder is one of a growing number of Masters athletes forcing us to consider new frontiers in human performance. Learn about the physical, social and psychological benefits of Masters sport in the SIRCuit.
Carrot Rewards App
New research from Western University shows rewards as little as 4 cents a day can motivate physical activity-related behaviour change. Findings from a year-long evaluation of the Carrot Rewards app demonstrated use was associated with an increase in weekly step count on a population-scale, but was most evident for users who were physically inactive and…
Quarantine Backyard Ultra
Even the most solitary of sports — distance running — is not immune to the COVID-19 lockdown. Using a combination of live-streaming and the honor code, 2,400 participants from 56 countries took part in the Quarantine Backyard Ultra. For 63 consecutive hours, runners completed 4.167 miles every hour at any pace, targeting 262 miles. While…
Life in Lockdown: Researching the impact of COVID-19 on the physical activity and wellbeing of Canadians
When the COVID-19 pandemic spread to Canada and protective public health restrictions were implemented across the country, the need to understand how these measures would impact Canadian wellbeing and physical activity behavior emerged. For instance, the closure of recreation facilities, city parks and playgrounds would require Canadians to be innovative in their physical activity practices….
Living True Sport While Physical Distancing
The new Living True Sport While Physical Distancing infographic highlights ways to live each of the True Sport Principles while staying at home. This includes being an active member of the team, with both your colleagues and your family.
What SIRC learned in our first month of working from home
Across Canada, the spread of COVID-19 is forcing us to navigate new ways of working, relaxing, and spending time with family and friends. SIRC had been closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation. On March 13, 2020, CEO Debra Gassewitz implemented SIRC’s Pandemic Response Plan, developed to support risk management and SIRC’s obligation as an employer to…