Study: Staying active can reduce our chances of needing medical care
There’s proof physical reduces the need for healthcare...
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The Game Plan: Sideline Assessment for Suspected Concussion
You can't always see a concussion, but you can see and learn how to assess one....
Impacts of Sleep on Athletic Performance
Athletes require sleep to function at an optimal level, but given the demands of athletic performance, rest and recovery are often jeopardized as athletes attempt to manage the physical demands and time pressures of a busy schedule. In this context, athletes often fail to obtain adequate sleep and become sleep deprived, leading to negative outcomes for athletic performance and overall health....
The Mental Benefits of Physical Movement for Kids
Sports and physical activity provide kids physical benefits that are vital to development: improving cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength, and agility, all while setting kids up for healthy relationships with exercise as adults(1). But what about benefits for their mental health? In the last few years, we have become increasingly aware of the importance of mental health. The COVID-19 pandemic cast a spotlight on issues that were either caused or amplified by isolation and loss of access to our favorite activities. Youth were among the most impacted, as they adjusted to learning virtually while not having sports leagues, parks or recreational facilities(2)....
What a Harvard-trained sports medicine doctor does when she doesn’t feel like exercising: ‘It’s better than nothing’
Associate director for clinical innovation Cindy Lin, MD shares what you should do as at a minimum for daily physical activity....
From the Field to the Workforce
MaKayla Kelby is a University of Washington student-athlete who looked for professional development opportunities when her season was suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Then she found The Sports Institute's Husky Fellowship....
What’s in a number? Setting a daily-steps benchmark
Associate director of clinical innovation Cindy Lin, MD, FACSM speaks on step count numbers and physical activity in this video from UW Medicine...
Physical Activity for Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes
Why is physical activity so important if you have type 2 diabetes? Several studies show consistent PA can reduce the risk of the disease while also decreasing the risk of death and improving insulin resistance. Additionally, it serves as a mood booster, helps with weight loss, increases energy levels, can help with relaxation, and improves the quality of sleep....
From Couch to Competition: The Injury Risk in Resuming Sports Too Quickly
The COVID-19 pandemic created a barrier to sports participation and training for youth. While many of us have gotten caught up in the excitement of sports returning as states reopen nationwide, it is important to be aware of the risks associated with overly rapid return to activity....
A Harvard-trained sports medicine doctor shares the ‘super easy’ stretch she does every day to relieve lower back pain
Associate director of clinical innovation Cindy Lin, MD, provides insight on a stretch to help reset your lower back during a busy day...