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Finding Flow in Sports: How to Get “In the Zone”
Have you ever watched an athlete and thought, “Wow, they’re unstoppable right now”? That’s what psychologists call flow—a state where athletes feel completely immersed in their performance, everything clicks, and they perform at their absolute best. This article breaks down what flow is, why it matters in sports, and how athletes can tap into it…
SPKN: Elevating Sport Leadership
The Role of SPKN in Advancing Coaching Education As the landscape of youth sports evolves, the demand for well-trained, well-rounded coaches has never been greater. The Sports Professional Knowledge Network (SPKN) is at the forefront of this movement, offering comprehensive educational resources designed to elevate coaching standards. SPKN’s mission is to equip coaches with the…
Psychological Support During Athlete Rehabilitation: Facilitating a Successful Recovery Journey
The rehabilitation phase is a critical time in an athlete’s recovery, not only for regaining physical strength but also for rebuilding emotional resilience and mental fortitude. During this process, a coach’s role extends beyond just monitoring physical progress. Coaches are uniquely positioned to offer psychological support, foster motivation, and collaborate with professionals to ensure a…
The Future of AI in Sports: Challenges and Opportunities
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been making waves in nearly every industry, and sports are no exception. From analyzing game strategies to predicting injuries, AI has the potential to revolutionize how athletes train, how coaches make decisions, and how fans engage with sports. However, as with any technological innovation, the integration of AI into sports brings…
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Dry Needling in Sports and Sport Recovery: A Systematic Review with an Evidence Gap Map
As athletes continuously push their physical limits, effective recovery strategies are essential for maintaining performance and reducing injury risk. Among various recovery techniques, dry needling has gained popularity for its potential to relieve muscle pain and stiffness. Despite its widespread use, questions remain about its overall effectiveness, particularly in enhancing athletic performance beyond pain management.…
Some Threads Worth Caring About in a Corresponsive Sport Science
The article discusses the concept of a “corresponsive sport science,” which challenges traditional approaches to sport science and coaching by emphasizing curiosity, care, and hope in both scientific inquiry and practical coaching. In essence, the article advocates for a shift in how sport science and coaching are approached, urging a move away from rigid, knowledge-based…
Promoting a culture change in junior and youth sport in New Zealand
This paper provides insight into the evolution of a project designed to address longstanding adult attitudes and behavioural issues in junior and youth sport in New Zealand. The project was funded by Sport New Zealand (Sport NZ) and implemented by Aktive, a charitable trust that works with national and regional partners to fund and deliver…
Preventing Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries in High School Sports Participants: An Executive Summary of the Inaugural Meeting of the National ACL Injury Coalition
To address the increasing rates of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury among young sports participants, the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and the Aspen Institute convened a meeting of a new national coalition to make ACL injury prevention a fundamental aspect of youth sports. This executive summary outlines the National ACL Injury Coalition’s goals as…
Longitudinal Associations Between Enjoyment of Physical Education, Cardiorespiratory Fitness, and Muscular Fitness Among Finnish Adolescents
Adolescents’ experiences in physical education (PE) have profound implications for their future physical activity behaviors and health outcomes. A longitudinal study conducted among Finnish students investigated the relationship between PE enjoyment and fitness components—cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) and muscular fitness (MF). Here are the key takeaways from this study: Background: Regular physical activity (PA) is crucial…
An evaluation of the behavioural inhibition system and behavioural activation system (BIS-BAS) model of pain in athletes
This article explores how athletes respond to pain through the lens of the Behavioral Inhibition System (BIS) – Behavioral Activation System (BAS) framework. Here are the key points and takeaways: Framework Overview: This study applies the BIS-BAS model to understand how athletes cope with pain. The BIS is activated when pain is perceived as a…
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