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Does Practice Make Perfect? - 2 views

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For years, sport science and motor control research has added support to the fundamental assertions that "practice makes perfect" and "repetition is the mother of habit". However, many questions still exist as to exactly how we learn these skills. What changes happen in our brains when we teach ourselves a new task? What is the most effective and efficient way to master a skill? Do we have to be actually performing the skill to learn it, or could we just watch and learn?

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">For years, sport science and motor control research has added support to the fundamental assertions that "practice makes perfect" and "repetition is the mother of habit". However, many questions still exist as to exactly how we learn these skills. What changes happen in our brains when we teach ourselves a new task? What is the most effective and efficient way to master a skill? Do we have to be actually performing the skill to learn it, or could we just watch and learn?</div>

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No Olympics for Chambers, as court upholds BOA byelaw - 0 views

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Rob Robson on 18 Jul 08

We now know that Chambers won't be at the Olympics, but there's much more to this than a cheat getting his just deserts. I feel sorry for the guy, who was seduced into throwing away his career and living a life of regret - and allowed to do it by UK Athletics.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">We now know that Chambers won't be at the Olympics, but there's much more to this than a cheat getting his just deserts. I feel sorry for the guy, who was seduced into throwing away his career and living a life of regret - and allowed to do it by UK Athletics.</div>

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Le Tour update - Riccardo Ricco tests positive - 0 views

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Sadly a third case of doping has been announced after just 10 days of the the Tour de France. This time it's Riccardo Ricco, a young Italian prodigy and already winner of two stages.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Sadly a third case of doping has been announced after just 10 days of the the Tour de France. This time it's Riccardo Ricco, a young Italian prodigy and already winner of two stages. </div>

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Stats Vs. Hunches - The Moneyball Era In Sports - 1 views

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Rob Robson on 14 Jul 08

An interesting post about the role of the statistical guru in sports performance, from 'Moneyball' Billy Beane in baseball, to Opta and Match Analysis in soccer, and the APBR in Basketball. To what extent is use of statistical analysis to improve selection and performance becoming the orthodoxy in professional sport?

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">An interesting post about the role of the statistical guru in sports performance, from 'Moneyball' Billy Beane in baseball, to Opta and Match Analysis in soccer, and the APBR in Basketball. To what extent is use of statistical analysis to improve selection and performance becoming the orthodoxy in professional sport?</div>

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Injury rehabilitation using remote video and software - 0 views

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An interesting insight into how telecoms giants Telefonica are investing in technology that will help doctors to monitor rehabilitation from injury remotely.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">An interesting insight into how telecoms giants Telefonica are investing in technology that will help doctors to monitor rehabilitation from injury remotely.</div>

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Visualisation in Golf - Speed Matters! - 0 views

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Visualization is already used extensively in golf to improve performance. Usually, it is suggested to golfers that they visualize the shot at the same speed as in real-life to ensure accuracy and realism but new research suggests there may be more to the speed of the visualization than just keeping it real.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Visualization is already used extensively in golf to improve performance. Usually, it is suggested to golfers that they visualize the shot at the same speed as in real-life to ensure accuracy and realism but new research suggests there may be more to the speed of the visualization than just keeping it real.</div>

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Nutritionist Sued for Advising a Client to Drink Water - 1 views

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BBC Oxford News relayed a story last night of a non-medically qualified nutritionist who advised a female client to drink too much water. The nutritionist has been sued and an out of court settlement has been reached worth £880, 000. The client suffered organ failure and as a result suffered brain damage.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">BBC Oxford News relayed a story last night of a non-medically qualified nutritionist who advised a female client to drink too much water. The nutritionist has been sued and an out of court settlement has been reached worth £880, 000. The client suffered organ failure and as a result suffered brain damage.</div>

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Dwain Chambers vs. the British Olympic Association - 0 views

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Rob Robson on 08 Jul 08

The British Olympic Association (BOA) has confirmed that it will appear at the High Court tomorrow, for a Directions Hearing in respect of the case issued against the BOA by the sprinter Dwain Chambers. What is a directions hearing, and what is this case about?

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The British Olympic Association (BOA) has confirmed that it will appear at the High Court tomorrow, for a Directions Hearing in respect of the case issued against the BOA by the sprinter Dwain Chambers. What is a directions hearing, and what is this case about?</div>

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Knowledge, Quality and Web 2.0 in Sport & Exercise Science - 0 views

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In web 2.0, who should decide what counts as quality or knowledge in sport and exercise science?

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">In web 2.0, who should decide what counts as quality or knowledge in sport and exercise science?</div>

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At 41, Dara Torres wins US Trials and heads for 5th Olympics - 0 views

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What an incredible story. Dara Torres (41) has made her 5th Olympics after winning the 100m freestyle at the US Olympic Trials, becoming oldest female to compete in Olympic swimming, 8 years after being the oldest member of the US team in Sydney!

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">What an incredible story. Dara Torres (41) has made her 5th Olympics after winning the 100m freestyle at the US Olympic Trials, becoming oldest female to compete in Olympic swimming, 8 years after being the oldest member of the US team in Sydney!</div>

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Motivational Interviewing Training in London - Preparing People for Change - 0 views

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Motivational Interviewing is a client-centred approach to increasing people's intrinsic motivation to change. It an be used to help get people exercising, change unhelpful habits, or achieve new levels of commitment iStadia are hosting a 2 day course on Motivational Interviewing for Sports, Fitness and Health Professionals led by Charlotte Hilton, to be held at the University of East London, Stratford - close to the heart of the London 2012 Olympic site.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Motivational Interviewing is a client-centred approach to increasing people's intrinsic motivation to change. It an be used to help get people exercising, change unhelpful habits, or achieve new levels of commitment iStadia are hosting a 2 day course on Motivational Interviewing for Sports, Fitness and Health Professionals led by Charlotte Hilton, to be held at the University of East London, Stratford - close to the heart of the London 2012 Olympic site.</div>

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Aptitude + Attitude = Altitude - 0 views

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There's a growing consensus in the academic and popular literature that our attitude and our mindset are more important than our technical capability that make a difference to our success. As Zig Ziglar puts it, "Your attitude, not your aptitude, will determine your altitude."

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">There's a growing consensus in the academic and popular literature that our attitude and our mindset are more important than our technical capability that make a difference to our success. As Zig Ziglar puts it, "Your attitude, not your aptitude, will determine your altitude."</div>

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Getting Sport Science Out Of The Lab And Onto The Field - 0 views

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Is Sport Science research ever actually used to improve athletic performance? How can a sports coach or athlete understand, combine and transfer this information into their game?

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Is Sport Science research ever actually used to improve athletic performance? How can a sports coach or athlete understand, combine and transfer this information into their game?</div>

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Teaching Tactics and Techniques in Sports - 0 views

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What's the best approach to coaching tactics and technique to children? This blog outlines some different approaches and suggests a mix and match approach.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">What's the best approach to coaching tactics and technique to children? This blog outlines some different approaches and suggests a mix and match approach.</div>

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Sailing through Sponsorship Noise. - 0 views

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More than 1850 boats competed in the JP Morgan Round the Island Race. But one story that mattered to the UK media though, Lewis Hamilton, the British F1 driver was aboard Hugo Boss.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">More than 1850 boats competed in the JP Morgan Round the Island Race. But one story that mattered to the UK media though, Lewis Hamilton, the British F1 driver was aboard Hugo Boss.</div>

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Do Coaches need to know the Game? - 0 views

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An interesting blog, and ensuing debate, on whether or not coaches need to be experts on their sport, and whether that means being an ex-player or athlete.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">An interesting blog, and ensuing debate, on whether or not coaches need to be experts on their sport, and whether that means being an ex-player or athlete.</div>

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Chinese Swimmer Banned: Evidence of Anti-Doping Effort or the Tip of the Iceberg? - 0 views

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A Chinese swimmer has tested positive for steroids. Is this evidence of real anti-doping efforts by the Chinese authorities or should we be skeptical?

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A Chinese swimmer has tested positive for steroids. Is this evidence of real anti-doping efforts by the Chinese authorities or should we be skeptical?</div>

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Books, DVDs and CPD Resources for Sports, Health & Fitness and Leisure | Stadia Market ... - 0 views

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This is the online shop for books, DVDs, training courses and software for students, coaches and professionals in sport & exercise, athletes, and enthusiasts.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This is the online shop for books, DVDs, training courses and software for students, coaches and professionals in sport & exercise, athletes, and enthusiasts.</div>

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Sport & Exercise Blogs | iStadia - Where Sport & Exercise People Meet - 0 views

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Hear what the professionals have to say on sports performance, sport business and management, fitness, professional development and other topics in sport and exercise through their blogs - or start your own blog and make yourself known.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Hear what the professionals have to say on sports performance, sport business and management, fitness, professional development and other topics in sport and exercise through their blogs - or start your own blog and make yourself known.</div>

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Sport & Exercise Articles | iStadia - Where Sport & Exercise People Meet - 0 views

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Read articles written by our community of sport and exercise professionals and experts, from a range of disciplines such as coaching and training, sport science, sports marketing and business.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Read articles written by our community of sport and exercise professionals and experts, from a range of disciplines such as coaching and training, sport science, sports marketing and business.</div>

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