Knowledge Nuggets Nutrients and noncommunicable diseases With Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) like stroke, heart attack, and cancer, being the leading cause of mortality worldwide, it is important to take steps to mitigate risk. A study done on...
Knowledge Nuggets Napping and increased performance Sleep plays a crucial role in all aspects of activity, particularly in sports. A recent study on 291 adult male participants revealed that combining a regular night of sleep with...
Knowledge Nuggets Bolstering learning for children with neurodevelopmental disorders Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by deficits in social communication, interaction, and other behaviours. A recent study suggests that exercise programs designed to enable children with...
Knowledge Nuggets Optimizing gender-specific performance Optimizing performance in soccer requires collaboration among coaches, physicians, nutritionists, and exercise physiologists to provide tailored recommendations. A recent study offers valuable insights into essential factors, including hydration status and...
Knowledge Nuggets Youth baseball and softball player injuries Baseball and softball are widely enjoyed by young athletes and contribute to the yearly tally of sports-related injuries. A recent study revealed that injuries among youth baseball players often occur...
Knowledge Nuggets Plyometrics and sport performance Strength and conditioning are key in all areas of sport. One method of strength training is plyometric training, which is a series of explosive body weight resistance exercises. A recent...
Knowledge Nuggets Cost of living and women’s sport participation Amidst the cost of living crisis, women and girls encounter barriers to sports participation. Research from Women in Sport shows a widening gender activity gap, with 35% reducing activity due...
Knowledge Nuggets Aerobic exercise for Parkinson’s disease Parkinson’s disease is a serious medical condition that still does not have any known cure. Parkinson’s is a disease of the brain that causes individuals with it to slowly lose...
Knowledge Nuggets KidsAction Coaching KidsAction Coaching is an evidence-based coaching approach developed by researchers at the University of British Columbia (UBC) to support the development of children with neurodevelopmental or intellectual disability (NDD). KidsAction...
Knowledge Nuggets Safer spaces for Black women coaches Creating safer spaces to promote belonging and community, particularly among Black women, helps address feelings of isolation and otherness. Offering opportunities for knowledge exchange can prevent the loss of notable...