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Health, Sports & Psychology
Why is ball tampering such a big deal for cricket?
Someone scuffs up a cricket ball a little - is that really so important? Well, yes - if you believe cricketers should stick to the rules.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Science doesn't know how free divers do it
It's not a total mystery - but, explains Kevin Wong, there's still a lot about free diving that science can't quite explain.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Is sleep the secret of success?
Snooze you don’t lose: Caroline Heaney asks 'Is sleep the secret ingredient of World Cup success?'
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Can I become fitter by doing short bursts of exercise?
Some studies suggest that health goals might be within your grasp - or at least a short walk away. Richard Metcalfe adds some caveats.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Can protective headgear increase the risk of injury to rugby players?
While cuts and bruises may be avoided, new research suggests that wearing headgear during rugby can put players at greater risk. Andrew Barnes explains his research.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Why mental fitness is as important as physical fitness
Athletes explain how they use their mind to give themselves the edge, as they pursue their Olympic Dreams
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Society, Politics & Law
Researching cycling in the US & the UK
Peter Wood shares his experiences researching cyclists - on both sides of the Atlantic.
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Money & Business
Has footballer price inflation run out of control in the Premier League?
The English Premier League is starting to suffer financial strains familiar in Mugabe's Zimbabwe. As the transfer window prepares to slam shut, Josh McLeod explains why men's football might be heading for a period of price stagnation.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
The art of performing under pressure
Penalty shoot-outs, 12-foot putts and second-serves are all high pressure moments in football, golf and tennis respectively. How would acclaimed kicking coach Dave Alred train the athletes to succeed in the moment?
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Society, Politics & Law
After Manchester: Can you make venues safer?
The bombing of a crowd leaving a venue can be hard to prevent. David Lowe asks if we need new strategies.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Six Nations 2017
With the Six Nations here it's time to 'try' learning more about rugby with our fantastic range of free resources.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Britain's Fat Fight
Find out more about how to improve your health and that of your family.