Knowledge Nuggets Technology in officiating Research shows that video assistance referee (VAR) technology in professional soccer has helped with officials’ decision-making, but has disrupted the flow of the game. To improve speed and accuracy, FIFA...
Blog - SIRCuit Exercising outdoors in Canada: What the research tells us about exercising safely and effectively in extreme heat January 23, 2023 Highlights The average temperature in Canada is increasing at roughly twice the global average, meaning that training and competing in extreme heat is a reality that Canadian athletes of all...
Knowledge Nuggets Stakeholder engagement is real-world data For sport organizations, stakeholder engagement is a real-world data source that can help them to better understand their organization and programs and make adjustments. To engage stakeholders thoughtfully, organizations should...
Knowledge Nuggets Yoga and athletic performance Yoga can have numerous benefits for physical performance and well-being. Research shows that incorporating yoga training into an athlete’s routine can increase flexibility and balance. Adding yoga to your training...
Knowledge Nuggets Anti-racism in sport According to The Anti-Racism in Sport Campaign, addressing racism in sport should include intentional anti-racism awareness. This can happen through sharing stories, speaking out, facilitating discussions with racialized and religious...
Knowledge Nuggets Returning to sport with long COVID Researchers’ understanding of overtraining syndrome (OTS) is guiding their advice for athlete return to sport in the case of post COVID-19 condition, also known as long-COVID. Those experiencing long-COVID should...
Knowledge Nuggets Monitoring vitamin D levels for injury prevention Research shows that a high proportion of athletes are vitamin D deficient. Low vitamin D levels impact muscle strength and endurance, and increase risk for stress fractures. Athletes should monitor...
Knowledge Nuggets Sleep hygiene Sleep hygiene is an important aspect of recovery and includes behaviours that promote improved quantity and quality of sleep. Sleep is especially important for athletic performance and inadequate sleep can...
Knowledge Nuggets Acquired Cognitive-Communication Disorder and Post-Concussion Syndrome After a single concussion 15-30% of individuals do not recover within the expected time frame. This experience is termed “Post-Concussion Syndrome.” During this time, some athletes may experience challenges with...
Knowledge Nuggets Technology in sports (soccer) Virtual reality (VR) is increasingly used in sport psychology training due to its ability to simulate high pressure situations. In soccer, VR is used to train goalkeepers by triggering sport-induced...