By Katie Cronin The significance of fulfilling relationships in our professional lives is often overlooked despite the notion that connectedness with colleagues is closely linked to success at work and job satisfaction. Baumeister and Leary’s ‘Need to Belong’ theory posits that the desire for belongingness is a fundamental driver for most human behaviours, including the … Continue reading “Being Human: A Team Sport “
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The Next Generation of Sports Physiotherapists
By Caroline White The pre-registration physiotherapy students at the University of Birmingham have supported the University sports teams for over 10 years, with the aim to give aspiring Sports Physiotherapists an opportunity to develop key skills to help them achieve their aspirations. Over recent years, the scheme has been further enhanced with support from industry … Continue reading “The Next Generation of Sports Physiotherapists “
Meta-reflection in the Alps: Reviewing reviews
By Dr Paul Garner Last week I attended the annual BASI (British Association of Snowsport Instructors) Trainers Conference in Hintertux, Austria. This was the first time the training body of circa 70 people had met in person, and on snow since 2017. BASI Trainers are recruited and appointed via a rigorous selection process and are … Continue reading “Meta-reflection in the Alps: Reviewing reviews “
Marginal gains are great. When you’re ready.
By Dr Tom Brownlee Photo Credit: Tim Foster on Unsplash I was talking to a PhD student at a Premier League club recently about the design of their upcoming study. Broadly speaking we were looking at whether a training modality, which is often used in clubs actually works or not. This led us off-topic a little to … Continue reading “Marginal gains are great. When you’re ready. “
“They’re off!” Thoughts on a new cohort for the Doctorate in Sport and Exercise Sciences
By Professor Barry Drust Photo Credit: Nicolas Holzey his month saw the start of 9 new students on the Doctorate in Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Birmingham. A new cohort of students and the start of a new academic cycle always brings excitement. There are new people to meet and interact with. … Continue reading “ “They’re off!” Thoughts on a new cohort for the Doctorate in Sport and Exercise Sciences “
Empowering Futures: Navigating the Realms of Sports Analysis through Experiential Learning
By Jamie Kyte As I sit down to ponder my experiences within Performance Analysis, I can’t help but recognise the key influence that early exposure to real-world sports environments had on shaping my career. Recalling my undergraduate years, I cherished the invaluable experience gained during my initial venture into the world of sports analysis. It … Continue reading “Empowering Futures: Navigating the Realms of Sports Analysis through Experiential Learning”
Applied Professional Practice Begins at The University of Birmingham
by Daniel Lothian A group of University of Birmingham Sport Science students have shown outstanding dedication as they returned to campus early this academic year, stepping onto the field during preseason to provide physiology support to two of the university’s flagship sports teams: Hockey and Rugby Union. These proactive second year undergraduate students have embarked … Continue reading “Applied Professional Practice Begins at The University of Birmingham “
Some people have just got it…?
By Dr Tom Brownlee Photo Credit: Diego PH on Unsplash A lot of the students I interact with are interested in working in elite sport. Through the opportunities we’ve put together at the University and our extensive network, we’re able to facilitate this in the form of placements. Over the years I’ve often been told … Continue reading “Some people have just got it…? “
Interdisciplinary specialist support, who are we helping?
By Dr Paul Garner Creator: David de la Iglesia Villar Technology driven, scientific support is widespread in professional sport. In fact, one might argue it is so prevalent that those involved in raising standards feel obliged to follow the trend of employing multiple specialists, adopting the latest software and drawing upon statistics to support decisions. Failing … Continue reading “Interdisciplinary specialist support, who are we helping? “
Road to Sydney 2027 – Supporting Injury Prevention in Grass Roots Netball
By Katie Cronin England’s presence and success in the recent Netball World Cup not only elevates their own reputation, but also has a broader impact on the sport as a whole. The dedication and achievements of the Roses squad inspire young players around the world to pursue their dreams in netball. Combined with visibility of … Continue reading “Road to Sydney 2027 – Supporting Injury Prevention in Grass Roots Netball”