Anxiety is a natural response to stress, often felt as worry or fear about future events. In manageable doses, it helps keep us alert and focused—like the nerves before a…
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Mood is a pervasive and enduring emotional state that shapes our perceptions of the world and our interactions with people. Unlike emotions, moods can last for hours or longer, and...
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Fatigue is a state of extreme tiredness or exhaustion that can affect both physical and mental functioning. It’s not just feeling sleepy; it’s a pervasive sense of weariness that can…
Sports and exercise medicine can mean different things to different people. We think of sports medicine as evidence based care to improve human performance and health. Whilst the name might…
Getting injured during a workout or game—whether it’s a pulled muscle, sprained a ligament, or twisted ankle—can catch you off guard. For many the instant discomfort is swiftly followed by…
Exercising outdoors offers a range of benefits for both mental and physical health. It’s important to emphasise that this isn’t to suggest that indoor exercise is less effective; rather, that…
We’re always seeking innovative ways to optimise performance in both training and competition. Here are six tried and tested strategies that can significantly enhance performance. These strategies have been covered…
From an early age, we learn the value of setting goals to focus our efforts, whether it’s achieving good exam results, reaching targets at work or improving our performance and…
We’ve all seen athletes with headphones on before they compete, and there’s a good reason for it. Music’s ability to influence mood and energy levels is well-documented and athletes often…
We’ve all seen athletes on TV meticulously warming up before a big game or race, but how often do we see them cooling down afterward? It’s easy to forget about…
