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Ted Lasso Season 4 premieres August 5 on Apple TV+, with Lasso coaching a second-division women's football team. Self-determination theory predicts this is his optimal context: a new team with no ...
From yoga studios to boutique gyms, workouts performed beneath infrared heating panels have become a visible fitness trend. Studios often claim that infrared heat improves circulation, flexibility and recovery, reduces…
An international team of researchers led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) and the University of Bonn—with participation from the Barça Innovation Hub (BIHUB), FC Barcelona's medical department and…
From quiet solo sessions to partner sessions, packed classes, and personal coaching, the right setup can drive focus, build accountability, and make sticking to a routine feel easier.
The field of adolescent sport performance is rapidly evolving as research uncovers the complex interactions among nutrition ...
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As the Commonwealth Games approach, athletes chasing every extra edge on the track, court or in the pool might not find it in training, but on their dinner plates. In a study published in Sports Medicine—Open, University…
Sanford Sports coaches are helping athletes develop mental skills alongside physical training, giving them tools to manage pressure, build confidence and perform at their best.
Today marks the start of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. As athletes prepare for the competition to begin, excitement, anticipation and pressure will be building. But how important are these ...
The inauguration ceremony was attended by Adams, Tel Aviv University President Prof. Ariel Porat, Chair of the Olympic Committee of Israel and IOC Member Yael Arad, Head of the Sylvan Adams Sport ...
Posted July 21, 2026 | Reviewed by Monica Vilhauer Ph.D. When people ask what I study, I explain that my work sits at the intersection of sleep science and public policy. The typical response is, "Really? I never thought…
Australian research has shown for the first time that a swimming program can be clinically effective at reducing disability caused by chronic low back pain. Published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, the…
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A study by researchers at Kent has revealed that the narcotic analgesic tapentadol has performance-enhancing effects on cyclists, making this drug a candidate for addition to the World Anti-Doping Agency's (WADA) list of…
Jayden Adams' tragic death reignites mental health discussions in football, highlighting Lyle Foster's past struggles and the need for athlete wellbeing support.
Mental fatigue, defined as a psychobiological state arising from prolonged cognitive activity, has gained increasing attention in sport psychology due to ...
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The manager's criticism didn't seem to go down well with Jude Bellingham, but sports psychologists say it could build the 'resilience' the team needs ...
An interception can last less than a second. A defender reads a pass, steps into its path and reaches the ball before its intended recipient. Yet that brief movement requires the brain to judge speed, distance and…
The ripple of the net after a Jude Bellingham strike is no longer the only ripple attracting attention. During England's World Cup campaign, the midfielder's prominent thigh veins have become an internet talking point.
World Cup fever has America in its grip as the international soccer tournament grinds steadily toward the final. But a new study highlights a darker side to the sport: the toll soccer can take on the brains of…
New research from the University of Mississippi indicates that athletes with ADHD need even more scrutiny when head injuries are involved.
Evidence that beetroot juice can improve athletic performance has long been inconsistent. While some studies reported benefits, others found little or no effect. Now, a new study combining results from 33 studies…
Soccer players who are pregnant or have recently given birth can kick off the season with more confidence, using a new FIFA tool developed in collaboration with a University of Alberta researcher. Two decision aids, one…
Skeletal muscles—responsible for movement, joint stabilization and postural support—are highly metabolically active and heavily reliant on oxygen during physical activity. However, conditions such as high-intensity…
Jordan Pickford's authenticity is key in his success for club and country. That's the view of Dr Gillian Cook, an expert in athlete performance from a psychological perspective. Cook is a Senior ...
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) has published a new call to action statement urging the sports medicine community to intentionally incorporate social determinants of health (SDoH) into research, clinical…
A feature News and Perspectives story on AI fitness advice has been published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research.. In "Should AI Be Your Personal Trainer?", JMIR Correspondent Anna Zucker covers the growing use…
When former All Black Sonny Bill Williams spoke from hospital before his recent neck surgery, his message was not simply about pain. It was a warning to young athletes and their parents about the physical price that can…
Could the smell of chocolate wafting through the gym make strength training easier, or at least more pleasant? A new Frontiers in Physiology study found that sniffing dark chocolate with a high cocoa content decreased…
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