Mental health is crucial yet often neglected, affecting daily life significantly. Sports and physical activities serve as effective tools for managing conditions like depression, stress, and anxiety. They promote mood enhancement, provide structure, encourage social interaction, and facilitate mindfulness, thus improving overall well-being. Combining sports with professional treatment enhances these benefits.
Recently, there’s been a noticeable shift in health and wellness routines. While physical exercise has long been a staple of maintaining optimal bodily performance, there’s
September is National Suicide Prevention Month, so there’s no better time to highlight the powerful role exercise can play in boosting mood and supporting mental
Dr. Brian Cole’s podcast explores heart rate variability (HRV) as a crucial metric for assessing the body’s readiness. HRV measures the variation between heartbeats, controlled by the autonomic nervous system. Chronic stress leading to low HRV can harm the cardiovascular system, while high HRV is linked to improved focus, calmness, and overall well-being. Regular physical activity and fitness contribute to a healthy heart and high HRV. Tracking resting heart rate also indicates fitness and well-being.
Athletes at all levels often grapple with sports anxiety, impacting their performance and well-being. This persistent pressure can lead to negative consequences, including reduced focus, diminished enjoyment of the sport, and potential mental health issues. Seeking professional help and employing pre- and during-game strategies can aid in managing and overcoming sports anxiety, allowing athletes to regain control and reclaim their confidence.
Dr. Brian Cole and expert Natalie Graves discuss mental health for athletes on the Sports Medicine Weekly Podcast. They address the direct link between mental wellness and athletic performance, noting that 35% of athletes experience mental health crises. The episode offers insights on optimizing mental health and performance. Dr. Brian Cole is a renowned orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine.
In the high-octane world of sports, we know that getting back on your feet requires both physical rehab methods, as well as mental fortitude. When
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Have you ever considered integrating a relaxing Epsom bath soak into your physiotherapy regimen? It is remarkable that this minimal detail can actually have a
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If you’ve ever been benched by a nasty injury, then you know that whole song and dance of muscle meets ice pack. But wait, there’s
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