Neuroscience
Pain, vision, and prosthetics ... the August 8 issue of Sports Illustrated covers it all, with a sports twist. Yes, I am ready for some football, which is why when I saw Nnamdi Asomugha on the cover of the library's issue of Sports Illustrated, I picked it up. I kept reading David Epstein's great "special report" on Sports Medicine.
The most interesting, cognitive science-ly speaking, is this: The Truth About Pain: It's In Your Head, by Epstein. In which he talks about how stress-induced analgesia (SIA) -- "the temporary absence of pain" due to stressful events -- manifests for athletes. Hint: it helps cyclists get to the finish line after a long race up a very steep hill.
Also of interest to cognitive science folks is Epstein's article It's All About Anticipation, in which he explains why MLB hitters can't hit softball pitches. It's not because they're too slow, but because the hitters are so unfamiliar with softball pitchers' pitching style. There's a neat sidebar about visual acuity and high performance athletes: most can see at 20-15, but some can even see at 20-9 -- vastly better than the majority of folks whose acuity has been tested.
Epstein does a nice job explaining the science correctly and understandably.
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- Olympics Feast Special
As we enter the home straight towards the close of the 2012 Olympics, here's a handy links round-up: Fancy becoming a sports psychologist? There are plenty of pointers in this video, plus lots more resources from the BPS Going For Gold sports psychology...
- How Do Women And Girls Feel When They See Sexualised Or Sporty Images Of Female Athletes?
The potentially harmful effect of ultra-thin models and air-brushed female celebrities on the body image and self-esteem of women is well-documented. Could the increasing participation of women in professional sport prompt the media to portray...
- Athletes Are More Skilled At Crossing The Road Than Non-athletes
They impress on the sports field with their rapid reactions and fancy footwork, but do athletes' abilities translate to the real world? Past research on this topic, nearly all of it lab-based, has demonstrated superior performance by athletes on sport-specific...
- Concussion In Sport
From the CBC: Concussion prevention effort features mobile app Four sports organizations partner with government on new education programs CBC News Posted: Jan 19, 2012 11:27 AM ET Last Updated: Jan 19, 2012 3:19 PM ET [snip] Four sports organizations...
- Summer Session Ii "adapted Physical Activity" Course For Future Coaches, Teachers, Physical Therapists, And Medical Professionals!
KNES498L Adapted physical activity, recreation and sports for people with disabilities (3 credits). ONLINE Study of adapted physical activity and its impact on the health and wellness of individuals with disabilities. Design and instruction of physical...
Neuroscience
Sports & Psychology
Pain, vision, and prosthetics ... the August 8 issue of Sports Illustrated covers it all, with a sports twist. Yes, I am ready for some football, which is why when I saw Nnamdi Asomugha on the cover of the library's issue of Sports Illustrated, I picked it up. I kept reading David Epstein's great "special report" on Sports Medicine.
The most interesting, cognitive science-ly speaking, is this: The Truth About Pain: It's In Your Head, by Epstein. In which he talks about how stress-induced analgesia (SIA) -- "the temporary absence of pain" due to stressful events -- manifests for athletes. Hint: it helps cyclists get to the finish line after a long race up a very steep hill.
Also of interest to cognitive science folks is Epstein's article It's All About Anticipation, in which he explains why MLB hitters can't hit softball pitches. It's not because they're too slow, but because the hitters are so unfamiliar with softball pitchers' pitching style. There's a neat sidebar about visual acuity and high performance athletes: most can see at 20-15, but some can even see at 20-9 -- vastly better than the majority of folks whose acuity has been tested.
Epstein does a nice job explaining the science correctly and understandably.
royalty-free image from stock.xchng.
- Olympics Feast Special
As we enter the home straight towards the close of the 2012 Olympics, here's a handy links round-up: Fancy becoming a sports psychologist? There are plenty of pointers in this video, plus lots more resources from the BPS Going For Gold sports psychology...
- How Do Women And Girls Feel When They See Sexualised Or Sporty Images Of Female Athletes?
The potentially harmful effect of ultra-thin models and air-brushed female celebrities on the body image and self-esteem of women is well-documented. Could the increasing participation of women in professional sport prompt the media to portray...
- Athletes Are More Skilled At Crossing The Road Than Non-athletes
They impress on the sports field with their rapid reactions and fancy footwork, but do athletes' abilities translate to the real world? Past research on this topic, nearly all of it lab-based, has demonstrated superior performance by athletes on sport-specific...
- Concussion In Sport
From the CBC: Concussion prevention effort features mobile app Four sports organizations partner with government on new education programs CBC News Posted: Jan 19, 2012 11:27 AM ET Last Updated: Jan 19, 2012 3:19 PM ET [snip] Four sports organizations...
- Summer Session Ii "adapted Physical Activity" Course For Future Coaches, Teachers, Physical Therapists, And Medical Professionals!
KNES498L Adapted physical activity, recreation and sports for people with disabilities (3 credits). ONLINE Study of adapted physical activity and its impact on the health and wellness of individuals with disabilities. Design and instruction of physical...