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magine purchasing a ball and a SMARTGOAL combo for just €1.10, with the SMARTGOAL being exactly €1 more expensive than the ball. How much does the ball cost on its own? Your initial thought might be 10 cents, right? Let’s dive deep to understand the cognitive processes behind such decision-making and its profound influence on […]
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Sitting at 30°C with the sun shining and a refreshing pool view as I draft this post has made me curious: What impact does vacation have on our athletic minds? Science delivers some surprising findings. Yearning for a Break: After a long sports season, most crave a vacation—a two-week breather. Everyone has their preference: some
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Understanding how the brains of athletes—especially elite ones—learn and perform has always been intriguing. Researchers, such as Dutch scientist Lot Verburgh, have delved deep into understanding executive functions and their link to soccer performance in young elite athletes. What Are Executive Functions? In simple terms, executive functions refer to our brain’s control functions. These abilities
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In the Netherlands, we’re well-acquainted with the Eredivisie. Now, we’ve been introduced to the E-Divisie, where eSport players from 18 premier league clubs battle for the FIFA 17 championship. But is playing FIFA beneficial, or just a waste of time, as some parents might believe? The Role of Video Games Today Video games have become
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Running is universally acknowledged for its physical benefits. However, did you know that barefoot running can positively influence your working memory? A Glimpse into Running’s Past Historical research by Daniel Lieberman from Harvard University uncovers the origin of human running. Our distant ancestors, designed for endurance, ran long distances to chase prey. Unlike quadrupeds like
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In my previous post, “Street Soccer as a Cognitive Game”, I touched upon the unique relationship between street soccer and cognitive development. I briefly discussed the “Dual Task” concept—simultaneously performing cognitive and motor tasks. But, what is Dual Task in depth, and what research supports its relevance in sports? This article series delves deeper into
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Literature overflows with insights on executive functions and working memory. Ross and Alloway, for instance, have dedicated an entire book to the subject, shedding light on the intricate relationship between working memory and sports. The Role of Working Memory in Sports Essentially, the working memory enables athletes to momentarily store and process sensory information. This
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To determine whether MVV footballers improved on-field, I employed the LSPT test, officially known as the Loughborough Soccer Passing Test. This test gauges a player’s soccer abilities, ranging from passing, dribbling, shooting, to decision-making. As research by Vestberg et al., 2012 indicates, working memory plays a pivotal role in decision-making in soccer. Decoding Working Memory
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In 2012, Swedish researcher Vestberg examined the role of Executive Functions in professional footballers. This study laid the groundwork for subsequent research at MVV. But, what exactly did Vestberg explore, and what were the revelations? Dive in to find out. The Common Focus Traditionally, athletic studies primarily concentrate on physiological traits of professional footballers—attributes like
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