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Dec 14 2025SPORTS

Indoor vs. Outdoor: Do Rugby Drills Work the Same?

Rugby league players often train on both outdoor and indoor surfaces. But do these different surfaces affect their performance? A recent study looked into this by testing young rugby players on both types of fields. The study focused on 15 male rugby players around 17 years old. They did three type

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Jun 08 2025SPORTS

How Can Fencing Kids Boost Their Skills with Fun Exercises?

LK exercises are a fun way to improve skills in young fencers. This is what a new study showed. The study looked at how these exercises affect balance, agility, jumping, body awareness, and thinking skills in kids who enjoy fencing. The study focused on kids who are not yet teens. This is a

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Mar 10 2025HEALTH

Fueling Young Champions: The Power of Good Nutrition

Young athletes are the future of sports. They push their bodies to the limit, but what fuels them? Nutrition is key. Most teens don't eat as well as they should. They often go for high-calorie, low-nutrient foods. This isn't good for anyone, let alone growing athletes. Proper nutrition is vital for

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Mar 02 2025SPORTS

What's Up with Young Athletes and Tough Coaches?

Teen athletes in competitive sports have a lot to say about how their coaches treat them. Researchers wanted to understand what these young people think about tough coaching methods. They asked over 350 French-speaking athletes about their experiences. The results were surprising. Some athletes thou

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Feb 13 2025SPORTS

Volleyball Ouchies: What Hurts and How to Avoid Them

Volleyball is a popular sport among teens. It's fun, keeps them moving, and boosts their mood. But, like any sport, it comes with risks. Injuries can happen, and they can happen anywhere on the body. Some spots are more prone to getting hurt than others. Knowing where and how these injuries happen c

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Dec 29 2024HEALTH

The Impact of Early Symptoms on Future Injuries in Teen Athletes

Imagine you're a young athlete who has just recovered from a concussion. You're eager to get back in the game, but did you know that how you feel right after your injury could influence your chances of getting hurt again? That's what a recent study set out to discover. Researchers followed a gr

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