The World Health Organisation (WHO) defines self-care as ‘the ability of individuals, families and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain health and cope with illness and disability with or without the support of a […]
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#SelfCare – maeve conneely
The World Health Organisation (WHO) defines self-care as ‘the ability of individuals, families and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain health and cope with illness and disability with or without the support of a […]

PLAYING ACTION VIDEO-GAMES FOR BENEFIT ON THE PITCH – Tim D. Smithies.
In my last blog post entitled ‘Playing Sport-Based Games for IRL Benefit’, I discussed the potential benefit that traditional-sport athletes may receive through video-game play, from a skill/strategy standpoint. Sport-based games are developed so intricately […]

UL to the UK; MSc Sports Performance to Academy Sport Scientist West Bromwich Albion Football Club – Dean morgan.
What were your main reasons for studying the MSc Sports Performance programme? I decided to study on the MSc Sports Performance programme because I had always wanted to advance my career and this programme fit […]

My Experience as a Student of BSc in Physical Education – Niamh o’loughlin.
Why I chose this course Growing up as an sporty child in a very active family, I always viewed physical activity with upmost regard and appreciated the benefits of exercise. On top of this, I […]

Preparing to be a Strength and Conditioning Coach – Patrick Dolan SCCC CSCS MSc
Two years ago I published “The Value of a PhD for a Strength and Conditioning Coach”. While there are more benefits to pursue a PhD than I listed, those 10 reasons were geared towards a […]

Preparing to be a Strength and Conditioning Coach – Patrick Dolan SCCC CSCS MSc
Two years ago I published “The Value of a PhD for a Strength and Conditioning Coach”. While there are more benefits to pursue a PhD than I listed, those 10 reasons were geared towards a […]

The Molecular basis of muscle adaptation to exercise – dr brian carson.
Whether you are new to exercise, out of shape, recreationally active or an elite athlete looking to maximise your performance, the way our muscles respond to exercise are similar. Should you partake in some exercise […]

Playing sport-based games for IRL benefit – Tim D. Smithies
The up-and-coming generation of superstar athletes are by-and-large also gamers. Some reports claim that 85% of NBA players are active gamers, while top athletes such as Trevor May, Lando Norris, and JuJu Smith-Schuster to […]

Supporting bone health through the winter months; the role of physical activity and nutrition – conor raleigh
The winter months present a number of potential barriers and risks to bone health across the population and with World Osteoporosis Day occurring this month it is important to consider what we can do improve […]