Strength And Conditioning
Milk: The best post-workout recovery drink out there?
As an athlete, finding the right post-workout recovery drink is crucial for optimising performance and promoting muscle growth. While there are a variety of options available, one drink that has been found to be particularly effective is milk. Milk contains a unique blend of nutrients that make it an ideal recovery drink for athletes. It…
Read MoreBenefits of Exercise during periods of academic pressure
As students prepare for their academic exams, they often prioritise studying over everything else, including their health. However, exercise is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle that should not be overlooked, particularly during exam periods. In this blog, we will discuss the benefits of exercise during an academic exam period. Reduces Stress and Anxiety: …
Read MoreGPS Technology
In the world of sports, technology has become an integral part of the athlete’s training process. With advancements in technology, athletes can now train more efficiently and effectively, helping them achieve their goals and improve performance. One technology that has revolutionised the way athletes train and compete is GPS. GPS (Global Positioning System) technology has…
Read MoreWomen’s Day Blog Aug 2022: Karabo Abuki
What did you study? I studied BSc (Hon) Sport Science. Why did you choose to study this? My father passed away when I was in grade 11. As a result my end of the year marks were not good enough to afford me the opportunity to obtain a bursary (or so I thought at the…
Read MoreWomen’s Day Blog Aug 2022: Hannah Bevis
What did you study? BSc Honours in Performance Sport Why did you choose to study this? I grew up really enjoying sport and was very involved in it throughout my schooling. However, as I furthered my studies, I found working in sport a unique space. Here both the enjoyment of being involved in sport and…
Read MoreReflecting on a triumphant USSA Hockey campaign with S&C Coach Llewellyn Morkel
On the back of a successful USSA campaign for both the Maties Hockey Men’s and Women’s teams, strength and conditioning coach Llewellyn Morkel reflects on some of the components of the High Performance Program that he feels contributed to the teams overall success. After our performance at USSA, it’s a good time to reflect on…
Read MoreMaking Performance Testing Competitive amongst your Team Sport Student Athletes – The Maties Cricket Approach
Performance Testing – for many student-athletes, these words are as stressful as “end of year exams”. It’s a time when you compete against not only yourself, but against your teammates to see where your athletic strengths and weaknesses are. Have all the early morning and late afternoon gym and conditioning sessions paid off? Am I…
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