Indigenous Games
Indigenous games are recreational activities that originated from a particular cultural group, community or people. These games are different from your mainstream sports, which are regulated by international federations, and have fixed rules. Conversely, indigenous games do not have internationally regulated rules for implementation; local organisers determine these according to the customs of the local […]
The Paradigm Shift in Coaching
I remember when I was a younger sportsperson, the coach was an individual who rocked up at the field, gathered the troops together and guided us through a couple of drills and prepared us for the games the coming weekend. I can’t recall any of my coaches having a clipboard with them with a defined […]
Improve Your Mind Through Diet and Exercise
Researchers from Harvard University have determined that regular exercise can improve memory and thinking skills. With that knowledge, it is important to determine which exercises, and even diet plans, help improve your mental health. Taking the time to learn the proper way to implement these methods will be beneficial for anyone looking to improve their lives through exercise and diet. […]
Keeping Yourself Healthy When Prepping For That All – Important eta Exam
Hundreds of people study at eta College every year – and with well-regarded courses accredited by the Council on Higher Education on offer, it’s really no surprise that it’s so popular. Exams here are rigorous and they’re not for the faint-hearted. And as the South African Department for Education advises, resting properly and preparing yourself physically for tough exams is […]
Online October intake 2018
Are you looking to get into the Fitness Industry? Or are you simply interested in Sport and Fitness and are keen to expand your knowledge on the subject? If you work full time and are looking to study part time from the comfort of your own home, you’re in luck, as eta Online is offering a […]
The Basics Of Eating Right In CollegeÂ
Amidst going to classes, studying for exams, and socializing on weekends, health may become less of a priority in college. In fact, most students aren’t even getting one serving of fruit or vegetables a day, research from Oregon State University finds. But nutrition and health are inextricably linked. It’s important to fuel your body with the right foods, so […]
Why movement plays a key role from young to old
A lot has been said about the importance of movements in babies. Whether babies are lifting their heads, rolling over, sitting, crawling, standing and/or walking, these types of movements help with their overall development. Play is a very important aspect which has far more reaching impact on a child’s life than can be imagined. Lack […]
The 9 purposes of being a Sports Coach
We are living in competitive times so you need to be on top of your game in whatever you do. In this post I attempt to share the purposes of being a sports coach and also the important role that any coach plays in society. YOU GET TO FULFIL ATHLETES DREAMS– Almost all children are […]
A Case of Sports for Development
In the twenty first century and more specifically over the past decade the reach of sports has transcended the perceptual boundaries where sports was seen as just a game being played for competition or enjoyment. Today a game of soccer, rugby, cricket etc. is no longer just a competition between two teams. Today these games […]
5 tips to get moving
We all know that studying takes a lot out of us. This on top of the fact that you add a little more chaos into your life by doing this while you work. Working and coming home to study is easier said than done; most of us still want to keep our social lives going […]