Sport and Exercise

Choosing the best San Antonio Spurs players of all time is a difficult task, especially considering their recent history that includes four NBA titles in nine years. The Spurs were originally an ABA franchise before joining the NBA in 1976. Let the arguments begin, as here is a list of the 10 best San Antonio Spurs players of all time

Convention suggests that preparation for sports performance is all about planning and focus. But in 1994 Aston Villa used a comedian to help them beat Manchester United. Why might this be a good idea?

Tim Lacey, CEO of leading independent global promoter, Ultimate Rugby Sevens (UR7s), today announced an investment deal with Ravensbeck, the global media investment and management firm owned and run by former Walt Disney TV International President and COO, David Hulbert and Tim Richards.

Many people have attempted to transition between both sport and business. There are examples of successful sports performers going on to have successful careers as entrepreneurs, but what about going from sport psychology (or science) to business? I get asked about this all the time, as I work in business (but am qualified in sport psych) and in future will direct people to this article!

If you have a passion for climbing the highest mountain in the world, you should find this site interesting. Here you will find an interesting discussion about Mount Everest climbing preparation, a store for the mountaineer, mountain climbing news, and more.

For triathletes, collecting telemetry received from devices during practice sessions and competition is nothing new. For example, today many competitors have computers attached to their bikes that display power/wattage, cadence, speed, and distance information helpful for improved efficient training and performance. Just like in cycling, there is now a technology that allows a swimmer to receive telemetry about their technique, and matched with mental training, can assist the tracking and training leading to improvement.

Is mental toughness a resilient state of mind, or is a number of states - and about being in the right state at the right time? Mental Toughness is a concept that has been given a lot of attention in sport psychology in the last few years. It tends to be associated with some kind of ability to cope with pressure, or resiliency. It is something that athletes, coaches and commentators seem to recognise, but seems to be quite difficult to pin down.

From 19-21 March iStadia will be running a 'Sports Blogfest' in support of Sport Relief - the BBC's annual charity event that uses sport as a medium to raise money for projects in the Uk and some of the world's poorest countries. Projects aimed, for example, at stamping out malaria and getting street children into education and a safe environment.

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Level 2 self awareness goes beyond the behavioural to explore the relationship dynamics that come into play in our day to day interactions when stressed.

Have you noticed that the role of sport psychologist is a little more complex than simply teaching mental skills? Or that the relationship you build with athletes and coaches is critical? And have you found that your work also features complicated,or even uncomfortable emotions - both yours and your clients? This highly experiential workshop will help you create and maintain more effective and influential working relationships.

Our inaugural networking event held in London yesterday evening held in conjunction with Sports Networker Lewis Howes proved to be very successful judging by the feedback we received on the night. Over 130 attendees turned up stretching the capacity of the lower ground floor at the Eight Club.

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Everyone at Vinci would like to congratulate Carlos Torres on his award for the Triple-A starting pitcher of the year.

Vinci continues its tradition of design innovation with our 2010 Limited Series baseball gloves. Vinci is proud to announce 12 new glove designs available for a limited time only.

We may have to modify who we are and how we are, in order to face the new realities. We must strive to find opportunity in adversity. Of course, all of this is easier said than done. In this article I have highlighted five key principles of mental toughness and resilience.

So, at the start of this New Year you've resolved to blog more to raise your profile as a sport or exercise professional. Here are some thoughts that might stimulate blog ideas for sport and exercise professionals in 2010 and get people flocking to your blog, site or profile.

I was astounded by the great Kenenisa Bekele's statement after losing out to a Kenyan clean sweep today in the Edinburgh International cross country athletics race. "I am not in good shape," he said, in an interview with BBC Sport. "I arrived three days before the race and I could not train because of the snow. I missed two or three training sessions."

How is your cycling training? Are you struggling with motivation after the holiday? Maybe like me you have done no cycle riding for 2 weeks or so. I cant promise a quick fix or instant route back to fitness. But this article outlines some ideas for getting back in the saddle.