Self-Compassion: A Potential Resource in Dance (Video - 9:02mins)
Citation: Sereda, B. [An Introduction to Self-Compassion]. (2021). Self-Compassion- A Potential Resource in Dance [Video]. Youtube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=WK6zssiOHLs
Abstract: Introduces how SC can be applied in one’s life by incorporating mindfulness, common humanity, and self-kindness; Video discusses SC being associated with body image appreciation and lower levels of anxiety.
Related Resource: Self-Compassion for the Female Athlete Podcast [Found in Coaching and Sport Psychology - Area of Research] - Dr. Amber Mosewich and Dr. Leah Ferguson discuss the concept of Common Humanity at 8:57min-10:00min of the Podcast.
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Multidisciplinary Inventory of Perfectionism in Sport (MIPS)
Citation: Stöeber, Joachim., Otto, Kathleen., & Stoll, Oliver (2006) Multidimensional Inventory of Perfectionism in Sport (MIPS): English version. School of Psychology, University of Kent. (Unpublished). https://kar.kent.ac.uk/id/eprint/41560
Abstract: The MIPS Questionnaire poses a series of questions to athletes regarding Perfectionism and Non-Perfect Performance during training and competitions, and perceived pressure from coaches, teammates, and parents.
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Is Baseball A Global Sport? ( Journal Article - 15-20mins)
Citation: Kelly WW. Is Baseball a Global Sport? America’s ‘National Pastime’ as Global Field and International Sport. Asia-Pacific Journal. 2008;6(5):e4. https://doi.org/10.1017/S1557466008006505
Abstract: This article examines the evolution of baseball from its origins as America's pastime to its expansion to the Caribbean and Western Pacific regions. The article analyzes baseball as a case study for understanding the globalization of sports.
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Examining a Sport Nutrition Knowledge Questionnaire (Journal - 10mins)
Citation: Edmonds C, Tam R, Madigan S, et al. Validation of a sports nutrition knowledge questionnaire for athletes in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Journal of Nutritional Science. 2023;12:e2. doi:10.1017/jns.2022.109
Abstract: A questionnaire was developed to evaluate athletes' nutritional knowledge regarding food groups, supplements, and nutrients. The study was conducted based on demographic factors, including gender, sport category, and competitive level. The findings indicate inconsistencies between athletes' nutritional knowledge and their dietary choices.
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Creatine Monohydrate within Food Supplements (Journal - 10mins)
Citation: Molina Juan L, Sospedra I, Perales A, González-Díaz C, Gil-Izquierdo A, Martínez-Sanz JM. Analysis of health claims regarding creatine monohydrate present in commercial communications for a sample of European sports foods supplements. Public Health Nutrition. 2021;24(4):632-640. doi:10.1017/S1368980020005121
Abstract: Creatine monohydrate (CM) is found in commercial food supplements and has been shown to influence health and physical performance among athletes. In this study, researchers examine perceptions of CM in relation to European regulations regarding types of sports (i.e., involving high-intensity exercise and training) and their relationship to CM dosage levels that lead to desired effects on muscle mass, power, and strength.
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Brain to Movement: Motion Intention Prediction (Journal-25mins)
Citation: Tang, C., Xu, Z., Occhipinti, E., Yi, W., Xu, M., Kumar, S., Virk, G. S., Gao, S., & Occhipinti, L. G. (2023). From brain to movement: Wearables-based motion intention prediction across the human nervous system. Nano Energy, 115, 108712. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nanoen.2023.108712
Abstract: This article examines non-invasive techniques, including Electroencephalogram (EEG) and near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS), for the application of wearable technology in predicting motion intention.
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Leadership Styles among Youth Sport Coaches (Journal: 10-15mins)
Citation: McGuckin, M. E., Turnnidge, J., Bruner, M. W., Lefebvre, J. S., & Côté, J. (2022). Exploring youth sport coaches’ perceptions of intended outcomes of leadership behaviours. International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching, 17(3), 463-476. https://doi.org/10.1177/17479541221076247 (Original work published 2022)
Abstract: Researchers investigate the coach-athlete relationship, focusing on the specific behaviors that influence desired outcomes in competitive sport. Three leadership styles are examined: Transformational Leadership, which supports competence and confidence in players; Transactional Leadership, which seeks respect and commitment; and Toxic Leadership, which prioritizes winning and may include acceptance of aggression or promotion of unsportsmanlike conduct.
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Energy Deficiency in Elite Volleyball Players (Journal - 15mins)
Citation: Sesbreno E, Capling L, Mountjoy M, Brazeau A-S. Exploring the link among eating behaviour, diet quality, and relative energy deficiency in sports risk in elite Canadian volleyball male athletes. Journal of Nutritional Science. 2025;14:e74. doi:10.1017/jns.2025.10046
Abstract: The purpose of the study was to examine elite male volleyball players in order to assess the risk of insufficient energy and carbohydrate consumption, as well as the potential for relative energy deficiency in sport (REDs), which may negatively impact both performance and overall health. Players who do not meet recommended energy and carbohydrate intake levels for their training programs are at a greater risk of underperforming in competition. A key objective of the research was to examine the interrelated factors contributing to insufficient energy intake among athletes, including dietary habits, diet quality, physical characteristics, and serum hormones associated with energy deficits.
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Childhood Physical Activity Beginning at 10 years old (Journal - 5mins)
Citation: Lee Smith, Benjamin Gardner, Daniel Aggio, Mark Hamer. 2015. Association between participation in outdoor play and sport at 10 years old with physical activity in adulthood. Preventive Medicine, 74, pp. 31-35. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ypmed.2015.02.004
Abstract: A longitudinal study spanning 32 years found that children who engaged in sports or outdoor activities from the age of 10 were more likely to remain physically active into adulthood. Notably, the research highlighted that children whose fathers had routine or manual occupations were less likely to participate in physical activity. The findings suggest that early exposure may foster a lasting preference for physical activity, with examples including the development of motor skills in childhood and the subsequent encouragement of active lifestyles as individuals mature.
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Boys Establishing Status in Junior School without Competitive Sport (ePrint - 20-25mins)
Citation: Swain, J; (2002) The Resources and strategies boys use to establish status in a junior school without competetive sport. Discourse: Studies in the Cultural Politics of Education , 23 pp. 91-107. 10.1080/01596300220123060
Abstract: This paper examines how boys aged 10-11 at an English junior school, where competitive sports are prohibited, developed masculine identities. Despite the school's anti-competitive policies, physical ability and athleticism still strongly shaped the way games were organized. These activities, which emphasized speed, skill, force, fitness, and strength, still contributed to the early formation of masculinity among the students.
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Protein-Carbohydrate Supplementation and Training Outcomes (Journal-15mins)
Citation: Naclerio F, Larumbe-Zabala E, Ashrafi N, Seijo M, Nielsen B, Allgrove J, Earnest CP. Effects of protein-carbohydrate supplementation on immunity and resistance training outcomes: a double-blind, randomized, controlled clinical trial. Eur J Appl Physiol. 2017 Feb;117(2):267-277. doi: 10.1007/s00421-016-3520-x. Epub 2016 Dec 27. PMID: 28028619; PMCID: PMC5313575.
Abstract: This study examines the post-exercise intake of high-quality proteins and their potential to enhance muscle anabolism, thereby optimising recovery and improving training outcomes between workout sessions. Whey and beef protein extracts are considered high-quality sources, sharing a similar amino acid composition to that of skeletal muscle. The study indicates that ingestion of a carbohydrate–protein beverage (containing either beef or whey protein) following resistance exercise over an 8-week intervention yields similar training and body composition results than only consuming carbohydrates.
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Bullying and Banter in Male Youth Football (Soccer) - (Journal Article- 25mins)
Citation: Booth, R. J., Cope, E., & Rhind, D. J. A. (2024). Crossing the line: conceptualising and rationalising bullying and banter in male adolescent community football. Sport, Education and Society, 29(6), 758–773. https://doi.org/10.1080/13573322.2023.2180498
Abstract: The study examines how bullying can be hidden under the guise of banter and explores what constitutes bullying, drawing on the perspectives of coaches and players about social norms, regarding what constitutes a joke, or humor that ‘crosses a line’ with players on a team. The research provides examples of how bullying and masculinity are often normalized, such as masking hurtful comments about a player’s performance as acceptable behavior. Researchers highlight factors that contribute to bullying, such as emphasizing the repetition and harm of negative behaviors, expressions of aggression, power imbalances, targeting those who are seen as physically or socially weaker, and the intent behind these actions.
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