Tag: Physical activity
Strongman used to be seen as a super-human novelty sport. Now more women and novices are turning to it
Watching oversized athletes lift huge boulders or pull trucks might appear bizarre to many but it’s a sport more ‘regular’ athletes are turning to.
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22 Aug, 01:00 AM
Julian Assange was isolated for more than a decade. Here’s what that does to the body and mind
Julian Assange spent years in some form of isolation. Just how damaging can that be for your mental and physical health?
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26 Jun, 05:00 AM
An NRL player died at training due to exertional heat stroke. What is it and what should coaches and athletes know?
A 2020 training session resulted in the death of NRL player Keith Titmuss. An inquest has recommended several changes to training protocols as a result.
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14 May, 03:00 AM
Most kids are only coached by men in junior sport – women need to be part of the picture, too
Most kids associate sports coaches with men, but they should be coached by women as well. There’s no quick fix to change attitudes and address biases, though.
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29 Apr, 05:00 AM
