Tuesday 30 December 2014

Bizarre Sports Origin Stories

In this article Jenny Richards provides some interesting stories into the origins of some of our well known sports.

Wednesday 3 December 2014

Free Sports Performance Bulletin

Sports Performance Bulletin is a free advisory email newsletter and in each issue David Joyce will reveal ways to improve your strength and fitness… from mental training to muscle building... to injury prevention, stamina and endurance strategies. David includes practical tips, training programmes, and exercises which are now being used by thousands of athletes across the world. You will discover great stuff – and not pay a penny for it!

Monday 10 November 2014

Calorie Count or How Far Can I Go?

In this article Vic Denwood provides an overview of how you might use calorie counting to manage your weight.

Wednesday 29 October 2014

Common Lacrosse Injuries

In this article Jen Fox provides an overview of the history of Lacrosse, common injuries incurred when participating in the sport, how to reduce the risk of an injury and finally the treatment of injuries.

Monday 29 September 2014

AQA GCE AS & A Level PE

This article provides a cross reference of the AQA GCE AS and A level Physical Education course (June 2014 onwards) to related information on the Sports Coach website.

Thursday 18 September 2014

Klatt Tests

The objective of the Klatt Tests is to assess an athlete's balance, stability and jumping as a prerequisite to undertaking a program of plyometrics

Monday 15 September 2014

Nutritional impact on Immunity and Ageing

In this article Lily Bedford reviews the results of some studies that looked into the link between immunity, nutrition and ageing and the link between food prices and health.

Tuesday 2 September 2014

Saturday 16 August 2014

Wednesday 13 August 2014

Enjoy Keeping Fit

In this article Jo Williamson provides some safety advice - Being health conscious and physically fit are important parts of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. It is also equally important to make sure that you follow certain safety guidelines and procedures.

Wednesday 6 August 2014

Fitness Planning

In this article Joe Williams looks at some of the things to do and things to avoid to achieve a successful fitness program.

Tuesday 17 June 2014

Football Strength

In this article Jonathan Walker provides some advice on the importance of strength training in football.

Friday 13 June 2014

Football Fitness

In this article Jo Williams provides some advice on the level of fitness required for any aspiring professional football player.

Sports Injuries

In this article Jo Williams provides some advice on who can and how to proceed in filing for a sports injury claim

Foam Roller Exercises

In this article a series of foam roller exercises are explained and supported with pictures.

Wednesday 11 June 2014

Running Abroad

In this article we look at some of the issues associated with running abroad. While there are thousands of races in countries across the globe, each race presents its own set of obstacles and challenges. The key point is to know what you are getting into before you actually get into it. 

Monday 9 June 2014

Improving Blood Ciculation

In this article Joel Cordle examines some of the super foods that may help boost your blood circulation

Wednesday 4 June 2014

Biorhythms

On this page we look at Biorhythms (Physical, Emotional & Intellectual) and the hypothesis that they may determine the highs and lows of our life. 

Wednesday 28 May 2014

Athletic Incontinence

On this page we consider what is athletic incontinence, how common is it, who is at risk of having it and how do we treat it.

Monday 12 May 2014

Setting up a budget Home Gym

In this Article Jo Williams provides some effective ideas for setting up a home gym without spending too much money.

Wednesday 7 May 2014

Staying the Course

In this article - Marathon legend, Bill Adcocks was at a recent England Athletics workshop and Dr. Matt Long was there to report on the findings..

Running Talk Test

In this article Matt Long explores how the running talk test can be applied as a monitor of running exercise intensity.

Friday 10 January 2014

Pressures of being an Elite Athlete

In this article Isobelle Biggin provides an overview of her doctorate research project into coaches' and athletes' perceptions of mental ill-health in elite athletes, how these issues arise and the challenges and barriers in athletes accessing support.

Thursday 2 January 2014

Wheelchair Racing

In this article Dr. Matt long and David Lowes spend time with Britain's greatest ever paralympan Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson, who provides an insight into the unique pressures of the parlympic games.