SMA/ESSA new position statement on exercise and hypertension

In a move aimed at improved health outcomes, two of Australia’s leading health organisations, Sports Medicine Australia and the Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA), have unveiled a new position statement on exercise and hypertension. Hypertension (high blood pressure) is… more...

Parental support encourages physical activity

Parental support plays a role in enhancing physical activity among cultural sub groups, a new study has shown. The study featuring in the January 2009 issue of The Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport (JSAMS), published by Sports Medicine… more...

Compression garments shown to enhance performance

Compression garments may enhance performance in movement during team sports, a new study has shown. The study featuring in the January 2009 issue of The Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport (JSAMS), published by Sports Medicine Australia, is one… more...

Birthplace link to athletic talent

Athletes from smaller cities or towns are more likely to play professional sport, a new study has shown. The study based on professional female athletes from golf and soccer competitions, featuring in the January 2009 issue of The Journal of… more...

Schoolyard safety

As the school year begins, parents can aid children’s health by encouraging physical activity and safer sporting practices, says Smartplay. Statistics show that more than one-quarter of parents/carers of active children aged 5-12 years discourage or prevent children from playing… more...