Mental Health Exercise Therapy You may have heard that exercise can help reduce stress. But how? The science behind exercise and mental health is complex and the reasons can be multifactorial, but in short, it is believed that physical activity causes the brain to release hormones; particularly endorphins, dopamine and serotonin. The Effects of Exercise on Mental Conditions Endorphins have…
How Hard Am I Working? We all know the benefits of cardio exercise: better cardio-respiratory health, improved energy endurance, toning muscles, and cutting fat. So, how hard should I be working? Thankfully, exercise intensity can be evaluated pretty easily. Talk Test Probably the easiest way to evaluate training intensity, the Talk Test simply looks at how much you can talk…
Over the summer, you may have noticed a lot more frisbees flying around your local park or playing field. In recent years, Ultimate Frisbee has become increasingly popular in North America, with leagues that cater to players of all skill levels, from people who have never touched a frisbee in their life to national-level athletes. As a non-contact sport…
Concussion – The Movie Based on a true story, the 2015 film, Concussion is centred around the prevalence of Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) amongst NFL athletes. Will Smith portrays Dr. Bennet Omalu, a pathologist who discovers that many former players have developed severe long-lasting brain damage post-retirement, leading them to suffer from problems such as memory loss, aggression, and increased…
Why do we eat? Energy is the answer. Food fuel’s our body and therefore it is crucial to take in the right nutrients before and after a workout to maintain optimal performance and recovery. Don’t cut the carbs Many diets tell us to cut the carbs. It is really important to know what you’re eating or not eating and…
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