Whether or not you have watched any of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, there is a solid probability that you have heard of a Norwegian soccer player named Erling Haaland. He is 25 years of age and plays forward for Norway, and the man has become an internet sensation. Not only is he a remarkably … More Let’s talk about Erling Haaland
Injuries of any sort fail to be terribly enjoyable, but I would argue that they’re usually worse when you’re an athletic person, or, worse again, if the injury occurred while doing physical activity we love and appreciate. Rugby is an escape for me, much like any sport is an escape for any athlete who plays … More Recognizing the mental impact of a physical injury
When I joined the Norfolk Harvesters Rugby Football Club three years ago, I can recall feeling a bit perplexed at the sight of a bizarre-looking camera at our first game. It was bright green and attached to the top of a rather long pole; I was entirely ignorant of the fact that it was a … More If you’re on a sports team, consider getting a Veo camera
I’ve been involved with sports for a solid chunk of my life, although I figure I should mention that I did take a ten-year hiatus during which I didn’t play any. When I was a child, interestingly enough, I dabbled in a lot of solo sports. I was obsessed with gymnastics and then got into … More The incredible unity that exists in team sports
Professional wrestling is something I failed to give any thought or attention to prior to meeting my husband, Blaine. We have been together for over 12 years, and married for almost four, and I will be completely honest in saying that when I first caught wind of the fact that my boyfriend, at the time, … More Professional wrestling: more than just a performance
Electrolytes are arguably a component of your life if you live a relatively active lifestyle. If you do lead an active and busy life and you don’t use electrolytes, consider this post as a gentle, suggestive sign that perhaps you should. I went without them for years and can absolutely notice a difference in how … More What is your go-to electrolyte?
I have struggled with anxiety for a solid chunk of my life thus far, and have no shame in sharing that I have been using medication to help treat it since I was 16. I went through some serious shit at the time, was diagnosed with a fun little variety of mental illnesses, and anxiety … More The harsh reality of sports anxiety
Anytime I think of oatmeal, I can’t help but recall an episode of Brooklyn Nine Nine during which Captain Holt is tasked with officiating a wedding. He is struggling to come up with material for his speech, and in a desperate attempt to deliver a somewhat poetic line about marriage, he offers: “Love is like … More Protein oatmeal: yay or nay?
In yesterday’s post about the relation that exists between neurodivergency and sport, we approached the topic with a positive lens, as one should. I explained how many of us associate neurodivergency with negativity due to a lack of understanding regarding what exactly encompasses neurodivergence (your brain processes information differently than the average person), but being … More Neurodivergency and sports: what is the connection? (part two)
Neurodivergency is a concept that has been increasingly appearing in medical terminology over the past few years. For anyone unfamiliar with the term, and in my own words, it refers to someone who thinks and processes information differently than someone who is neurotypical, or, for lack of better terminology, ‘normal.’ Individuals who are neurodivergent are … More Neurodivergency and sports: what is the connection? (part one)
Despite being active and involved with sports for most of my life, the anxiety that attaches itself to performance and quality is something I have always struggled with. Not every athlete experiences sports anxiety, but based on my own observations, enough do; it is an incredibly frustrating experience, and it is also one that is … More Have you ever tried sports meditation?
If you follow my blog to any extent, you’re arguably aware of the fact that I play rugby because I’m not exactly shy about it. I struggle to encapsulate in words what the game means to me and what it has done for me in my life, and anyone who also plays can attest to … More Thank you, Norfolk Harvesters
Creatine is not new, but as of late, I’ve been seeing more and more material about it in my social media feeds. I don’t know much about it myself, but everything I have read about it seems to indicate it is quite beneficial to those who use it, so I wanted to educate myself more … More Curious about creatine? Read this
I will begin this post by acknowledging the fact that at some point or another, I have already written a post about my own at-home workout routine. As of late, however, I have had a few people asking me to share it with them, and for this reason, combined with the fact I have made … More Looking for an at-home workout routine? Look no further
For anyone unaware, allow me to inform you that the Women’s Rugby World Cup is currently underway in England. It’s one of my dreams to watch a professional rugby game at some point or another in my life, and watching a World Cup game would be something not easily forgotten. There is no protective equipment … More Have you heard about these innovative mouthguards?
As stated in yesterday’s post, today’s will be a continuation of our discussion about self-defence, and how crucial it is to understand how to defend yourself. In this day and age, assault and harassment occur more often than not, especially if you’re a woman; I’ve lost count of how many harrowing incidents I have had … More Know how to protect yourself (part two)
I have been seeing and hearing quite a bit as of late about how children’s sports are becoming a little too intense, both for the kids in question and for their parents. My husband has heard from a few people he knows that hockey, specifically, is one of the worst sports environments for children because … More Why are we ruining sports for kids?
I like to live my life by a few sayings I’ve heard over the years, and one of my personal favourites is ‘use it or lose it.’ I think the reasoning behind why this one in particular is one of my top choices involves the notion that it can be applied to just about anything … More Feeling fit? Be sure to stick with it
If it seems as though I’m talking quite a bit about rugby, your observation is entirely correct. If you follow my blog to any extent, you’re arguably already well aware of this. But, for anyone who might be new here, allow me to explain that I love and play the game of rugby, and I … More The incredible sportsmanship that exists within rugby
If you play contact sports or know someone who does, there is a strong probability you have heard of KT Tape. I know plenty of people who use it, two of my closest friends included, who are also my rugby teammates, and I have observed that folks who use KT Tape tend to stay loyal … More Is KT Tape worth the hype?
It is no secret to any reader who follows my blog to some degree that I play and love the game of rugby. I started in grade nine in high school, played a couple of seasons after I graduated, and stopped entirely, only to return to it again ten years later. To be entirely honest, … More Losing isn’t always a loss
The expression ‘quick feet’ is arguably one that wouldn’t make much sense to someone outside of the sporting realm. Quick feet is a term commonly used across many sports, but normally sports that require some footwork, for example, soccer, football, rugby, etc., as opposed to a sport like baseball. That is not to say, however, … More Trying to quicken your feet? Read this
I’ve been seeing more and more material popping up on my social media channels as of late pertaining to baking soda water. When I initially heard of such a thing, my first thought was ‘ew, that probably doesn’t taste great,’ but upon actually investigating the topic of baking soda water, I’ve come to learn a … More Baking soda water: fib or fact? (part one)
As strongly as I detest the scent of BioFreeze, I really am rather grateful for the product. It has been my saving grace on more than one occasion, and, during the rugby season, it’s on my body more often than not. In case you’re unfamiliar with it, BioFreeze is effective in terms of calming down … More BioFreeze patches: yay or nay?
Cardio, for a lot of people, is not the preferred choice of exercise. Based on my own observations, cardio is a facet of exercise that is arguably important, but it is not one that tends to be enjoyed, or preferred, for that matter, by the vast majority of people who like to keep fit. I … More Looking to spruce up your cardio? Read this
I am fortunate enough to have access to a treadmill outside of a gym facility. My parents own one, and I am privileged to be able to use it whenever I please. I started running again last summer as part of my recovery from a severe concussion, and I’ve kept up with it in an … More If your treadmill feels off, read this
Within the past few months, I’ve made a personal effort to consume more protein. It isn’t at all a matter of me not enjoying protein, because I’m a meat feign; rather, because I have increased my physical activity and another rugby season is approaching, I figure it might do me some good to build up … More Let’s make protein pancakes
Any woman who plays the game of rugby can arguably relate to the inevitable struggle that seems to present itself when it comes to finding a hairstyle that holds up to the roughness and toughness of the game. Depending on the length of your hair, trying to determine a hairstyle that will not only stay … More Rugby hairstyles for women: what’s your go-to?
Shoes, as a concept, are relevant to most of us human beings, with some exceptions, of course. I’ve always found it fascinating that, in early historical periods, humans did not wear shoes as we know them now because they did not yet exist. In reality, shoes have done more damage to human feet than we … More What are your shoes telling you?
Continuing with our conversation that began yesterday regarding common misperceptions and myths that exist in the exercise realm, I thought I would share a personal experience before we get into the nitty-gritty. When I was in high school, I was, I suppose you could say, at my peak in terms of athleticism. I was heavily … More Myth versus fact: fitness edition (part two)
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