Tag: Sports
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Why I quit sports before the age of thirteen
I quit hockey and basketball before the age of 13. 70% of children in North America do the same. Yet still, coaches, “leaders”, and even parents make the same mistakes over and over. They create an environment that de-emphasizes fun and fulfillment. They emphasize all the wrong things instead. Winning. Pressure to perform to one’s…
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Why dodgeball is the best game for all ages
One of my favourite things to do as a program facilitator? Create activities based on the interests and desires of our kids. Typically, our kids go through phases. For the first half of the year, it was all about the playground. Working to make everyday different, I’d often create games and activities that centered around…
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Becoming the best you (Part 2 – Improving your health)
In part one, we took a look at how to develop a more active social life. Now in part two, it’s all about how to channel your inner beast mode, and become the healthiest you that you’ve ever been.
Rhys Desmond 