SIRC Newsletter -Cycling

Check out SIRC's Latest Newsletter on Cycling!

Cycling is an outstanding means of physical activity. Whether you cycle to compete or just hop on your bike for a little exercise, cycling is an excellent aerobic exercise which will build muscle at the same time. Injuries are very common among cyclists, primarily involving the knee. The number one way to prevent injuries is to make sure your bike is the right fit. The first step towards riding injury free all summer long is to ensure your frame size, saddle configuration (height, position and tilt) and handlebar position are correct. Another key component to staying injury free is safety equipment. Every cyclist should wear a helmet however, bike shorts and shoes can also play a roll in preventing injuries.

http://sirc.ca/newsletters/mid-june09/Index.html

SIRC Newsletter -Weather

Check out the latest SIRC Newsletter on Weather!

The summer months are full of unpredictable weather conditions, with everything from lightning to extreme heat. Partner the extreme weather conditions with poor air quality and you are facing months of potentially dangerous situations not only for your health but in some cases your life. Taking the correct safety precautions including observing the 30-30 Rule, keeping hydrated and exercising at the right time of day, will allow you to stay active and safe all summer long!

Sport organizations/clubs are encouraged to read the article regarding Lightning and the Law: Lessons from a Soccer Game since it describes a situation last summer involving a coach, referee and U11 girls soccer team in Toronto. We are fortunate to have the legal counsel involved in the case share their story with us and highlight the lightning rule the Toronto Soccer Association has included to encourage the safety of its participants.

http://sirc.ca/newsletters/june09/Index.html

On the Road Again

You can check out the SIRC Mobile Resource Centre at the Canadian Academy of Sport Medicine's (CASM) Sport Medicine Conference in Preparation for 2010 at the Westin Bayshore Hotel in Vancouver, Thursday June 4 and Friday June 5 in the Exhibitors Hall (booth 61).

Our Reference Librarian, Brandie Adams, will be on-hand to showcase the resources available at SIRC and to answer any questions you may have.

For more information on the conference or CASM, check out thier website at http://www.casm-acms.org/

Many thanks,

SIRC

SIRC Newsletter - Board of Directors

Check out the latest SIRC Newsletter on Board of Directors

Effective management is very important within your organization; a critical part of this is the board of directors. The board of directors is made up of volunteers elected because of their expertise. Their responsibilities are to assist and advise your sport organization on governing, managing and developing the organization. As the role of a sport organization is continuously changing and beginning to resemble more of a business model, organizations rely on members of their board in areas such as finance, human resources, technology and marketing. Finding the balance between the sport organization’s management and the board of directors is essential, it is important that the board knows what is expected of them and the sport organization

http://www.sirc.ca/newsletters/may09/index.html

SIRC Newsletter -Running

Check out the latest SIRC Newsletter on Running

Have you ever noticed that there always seem to be more runners when the warm weather hits? Whether you are just starting out, run for physical activity or are competitive, there are many things to you can do to keep motivated and running all summer. Injury, heat, boredom, and lack of motivation are just a few obstacles runners face. However, simple things like warming-up and warming-down, picking the correct time of day to run, and selecting the correct route and distance will all assist in making your runs more enjoyable and injury free. So lace up your runners and get out there!

http://www.sirc.ca/newsletters/mid-april09/index.html

SIRC Newsletter -Health Promotion

Check out the latest SIRC newsletter -Health Promotion

Health Promotion is often defined as the science and art of helping people change their lifestyle to move toward a state of optimal health. A key component of healthy living is exercise. Just doing moderate levels of exercise every week has proven to decrease your risk of disease and improve your quality of life.

http://sirc.ca/newsletters/mid-jan09/Index.html

SIRC Newsletter -Top 10 Requested Articles of 2008

Check out our latest Newsletter - Top 10 Requested Articles of 2008

SIRC receives requests for articles everyday from sport medicine doctors, researchers and coaches from across Canada and around the world. With over 6.5 million pages of sport related material SIRC is the world’s leading sport information resource centre.
Articles are available online or through SIRC’s document delivery service. In this issue of the SIRC newsletter we would like to share ten of the top requested articles of 2008.
SIRC is also pleased to share with you five of the top research topics of 2008.

http://www.sirc.ca/newsletters/january09/Index.html