What is Sports Psychology, Coaching & PE? Sports psychology is the study of how psychological factors influence sports, athletic performance, exercise, and physical activity. Sports psychologists investigate how participating in sports can improve health and well being. They also help athletes utilize psychology to improve their sports performance and mental well-being. A coach is someone who […]
What is Physical Education & Sports Science? Physical education is a course taught in school that focuses on developing physical fitness and the ability to perform and enjoy day-to-day physical activities with ease. Kids also develop skills necessary to participate in a wide range of activities, such as soccer, basketball, or swimming. Regular physical education classes […]
What is Sports Therapy? Sports Therapy is an aspect of healthcare that is specifically concerned with the prevention of injury and the rehabilitation of the patient back to optimum levels of functional, occupational and sports specific fitness, regardless of age and ability. What 3rd level courses are available? Universities and colleges in Ireland are offering courses in […]
What is Personal Training? A Personal Trainer works with clients one-on-one to create personalized fitness programs that will motivate and guide them to achieve their desired goals. Personal Trainers have the skills and knowledge in proper nutrition and fitness to help their clients lose weight, gain muscle and build fitness levels to increase the health […]
What is Soccer? In the most basic definition, soccer is a game involving two teams of 11 players. The purpose of the game is to propel the ball into the opponents’ goal using only the feet, head, or body. Only the goalkeepers can touch the ball with their hands. The team that scores more goals […]
What is Sports Nutrition? Sports Nutrition is the nutrition knowledge and how it can be applied to a daily eating plan that is focused on providing optimal energy levels for physical activity or a very physically active lifestyle as well as facilitating the repair and rebuilding process of the body following hard physical work. Great […]
