Blog CANADIAN PARALYMPIC COACH PERCEPTION OF TEAM COHESION December 9, 2015 SIRC is pleased to be working together with Sport Canada to share current research on topics informing policy and promoting quality sport programming. This week we are sharing highlights of a recent article examining CANADIAN PARALYMPIC COACH PERCEPTION OF TEAM... Coaching High Performance Knowledge Mobilization
Blog COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT IN DEVELOPING ATHLETES November 11, 2015 SIRC is pleased to be working together with Sport Canada to share current research on topics informing policy and promoting quality sport programming. This week we are sharing highlights of a recent article examining COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT IN DEVELOPING ATHLETES. The... Athlete Development Children and Youth Coaching Knowledge Mobilization
Blog OLYMPIC MEDAL-WINNING COACH LEADERSHIP October 28, 2015 SIRC is pleased to be working together with Sport Canada to share current research on topics informing policy and promoting quality sport programming. This week we are sharing highlights of a recent article examining OLYMPIC MEDAL-WINNING COACH LEADERSHIP. Olympic Medal-Winning... Coaching Knowledge Mobilization Leadership and Governance Major Games Olympic & Paralympic Games
Blog 9th Annual Sport Canada Research Initiative (SCRI) Conference – Engaging Sport Leaders, Policy Analysts and Researchers October 19, 2015 Conference Background In 2005, as part of the Sport Canada Research Initiative (SCRI), Sport Canada launched a joint initiative with the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) called the Sport Participation Research Initiative (SPRI). Sport Canada funds... Knowledge Mobilization Leadership and Governance Sport Participation
Blog RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN COACHES AND THE LONG-TERM ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT MODEL October 13, 2015 SIRC is pleased to be working together with Sport Canada to share current research on topics informing policy and promoting quality sport programming. This week we are sharing highlights from a recent article examining the RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN COACHES AND THE... Athlete Development Coaching Knowledge Mobilization Long-Term Development Sport Participation
Blog Should Athletes try the Paleo Diet? May 13, 2015 The Paleolithic Diet is hugely popular right now with its proponents touting its benefits through books, websites, personal blogs and health and fitness magazines. Athletes are always striving to gain an edge so it's not surprising that many are turning... Athlete Development Nutrition and Hydration
Blog Are compression garments effective for exercise recovery? April 29, 2015 The use of compression garments has become increasingly popular in recent years, mostly in a post-exercise role where compression tights, arm sleeves, socks and boots are used as a means to speed up recovery. Types of compression garments vary where... Athlete Development Equipment Sleep and Recovery Sport Participation
Blog Do fitness trackers live up to the hype? February 17, 2015 If you want an easy and convenient way to keep track of your fitness or training goals, fitness trackers seem to be the way to do it. Availability and consistency are key factors in creating a new habit and since... Physical Health Sport Participation Technology
Publications Tai Chi for Older Adults: Improving Physical and Psychological Health and Identifying and Overcoming Cultural/Ethnic Barriers to Participation October 15, 2014 Community Sport Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Mental Health Physical Health Sport Participation Policy Maker and Government Official Researcher Sport Organization Tai Chi for Older Adults: Improving Physical and Psychological Health and Identifying and Overcoming Cultural/Ethnic Barriers to Participation Tai Chi among culturally diverse mid to older community dwelling Canadian adults living in low income neighborhoods
Publications Comparison of the determining factors in adopting the Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model for Canadian athletes among coaches from various sport disciplines October 15, 2014 Athlete Development Coaching Long-Term Development Program Design and Evaluation Coach Policy Maker and Government Official Researcher Sport Organization Comparison of the determining factors in adopting the LTAD model for Canadian athletes among coaches from various sport disciplines Comparison of the determining factors in adopting the LTAD model for Canadian athletes among coaches from various sport disciplines - Slides
