Acute:Chronic Workload Ratio
The acute:chronic workload ratio can assist practitioners in understanding the preparedness of an athlete and their relative injury risk.
Recovery
Recovery in sports science refers to the process of restoring the body after strenuous physical activity. This category emphasises techniques and strategies aimed at reducing the risk of injury and enhancing overall athletic performance.
As the world of recovery is very complex, our aim is to simplify that science so that coaches, athletes, and everybody else can understand how to use recovery methods in order to improve sports performance.
Cold showers: Is there any scientific rationale?
Some people swear that cold showers can deliver myriad health benefits, from keeping chronic disease at bay to clearer thinking, improved circulation and general wellness improvements. But what does the science have to say about them?
Jet lag: The impact and management of flying on athletic performance
Long journeys and jet lag are a concern for many athletes, but what exactly is the impact of long flights on performance, and what strategies are available to counteract these effects?
Compression garments: Do they actually work?
Compression garments are everywhere nowadays, from elite athletes down to the average Joe. But what are they supposed to do, and should you be using them to improve your recovery?
Sports meditation: Can it make a difference to your performance?
There is good evidence that sports meditation can play a role in helping athletes achieve a better state of mind when they’re competing, and this translates well across a variety of sports.
Recovery yoga: how it can help athletes manage stress and improve performance
Recovery yoga can provide many benefits from both physiological and psychological stress, which can correlate to improved athletic performance.
Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS): What is it, and how can it be minimised?
Delayed onset muscle soreness, or DOMS, is the soreness we get in our muscles caused by micro-traumas, and the chemical processes associated with going above and beyond. But is it dangerous, and how can you avoid or minimise it?
Cold water recovery: does it actually work (and what about heat)?
In episode 83 of the Science for Sport podcast, one of the world’s leading sport performance scientists reveals the truth behind one of the most used recovery methods: ice and cold water exposure.
Sleep and sport: Deprivation, training and performance
Due to the busy lifestyle that many athletes live, sleep and sport don’t always go together, but sleep is a must for recovery and performance. Here’s how to get the most out of your sleep.
Massage guns: Much-needed recovery tool or money for nothing?
Massage guns are being heavily promoted as a key tool for recovery – but do they work, and do athletes need them?
Concussion recovery: Why it’s important to get active after a head knock (but don’t overdo it)
Concussions are a growing issue in many sports, and early initiation of low-intensity aerobic exercise is recommended to kick-start the recovery process.
Jet lag: How athletes can combat fatigue after flying
Jet lag and travel fatigue are no fun for anyone and can negatively impact athletic performance – but here’s some tricks and tips to combat air travel.
Science Of Ice Bath Recovery For Fighters: In-Depth Guide
Science Of Ice Bath Recovery For Fighters In-Depth Guide Contents Do Ice Baths Work? The Science Behind Ice Baths Factors To Consider When Using Ice Baths When Should You Ice Bath? How Many … Read more
8 Powerful Tips to Help your Athletes Sleep Better
Poor sleep can hinder power, strength and cardiovascular function, as well as psychomotor tasks like reaction time and decision making.
Monitoring Fatigue
Actively monitoring fatigue levels in athletes can provide the feedback needed to adjust training in order to improve overall performance.
Acute:Chronic Workload Ratio
The acute:chronic workload ratio can assist practitioners in understanding the preparedness of an athlete and their relative injury risk.
