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(2008, 9100 words)
The paper examines metatarsal injuries commonly caused by foot injuries during football and soccer or related games. The anatomy and kinematics of leg muscles and movement is examined evaluating the role of shoes and footwear in facilitating the players' striking abilities. The importance of ethical or fair play is discussed. The incidence rate of injury among different age groups and in different types of sports is studied including professional and amateur levels of playing.
(2007, 2100 words)
The paper looks at the participation in sports in the UK, finding that there are deep social divisions governing participation in sports, with ethnic minorities, women, and the disabled being under-represented in sports. Marx's theories on leisure and Bourdieu's theories on hegemony and habitus are used to explain social divisions in sports participation. Statistics are presented as evidence of these deep-rooted social divisions reflecting institutionalised racism in the sports industry.
(2007, 2000 words)
The paper examines the issues of health and exercise psychology including the health belief model, the theory of reasoned action, the theory of planned behaviour and other approaches to exercise behaviour and exercise motivation. The links between exercise and self-esteem, and exercise and physical and mental well-being, for a variety of populations, according to gender, culture and ethnicity, age and social status, are outlined; the ways of encouraging participation in sports are discussed in terms of social marketing and community strategies including current interventions, such as Kids Excel and Sportslinx.
(2007, 2000 words)
The paper examines the Haringey Schools and Community Football Initiative, outlining the aims of this initiative and discussing its role for children's participation in sport. The problem of poor participation in sports due to social exclusion is addressed; its theoretical perspectives are discussed including socioeconomic classifications, youth sport initiatives, youth sport sub-cultures, Bourdieu's habitus in relation to class and sport, etc.
(2007, 3000 words)
The paper examines the method of triangulation as a quantitative and qualitative research strategy focusing on the 'SMARTS' goal setting theory. The use of SMARTS principles in enhancing sports performance is discussed with reference to personality traits. Data triangulation techniques are suggested as a research tool into the personality factor in goal-setting.
(2007, 2500 words)
The paper addresses the issue of using performance enhancing drugs in sport and exercise. Related research literature is reviewed touching on anti-drugs policies, extrinsically motivated behaviours, etc. Psychological, sociological and medical aspects of drug use are discussed.
(2007, 2000 words)
The paper examines the use of mental skill techniques in goal-setting with respect to the performance profiles development in sport. The role of performance profiling in athletes' cognitive processes is analysed; SMARTS goal-setting principles are reviewed; self-management strategies in sports are discussed.
(2007, 2000 words)
The paper examines the features of sports' marketing reviewing the basics of the marketing theory, strategic planning, etc. The use of the SWOT and marketing mix analytical models in the promotion of sport products and sports participation is discussed.
(2007, 1000 words)
The paper examines the methods of qualitative research focusing on participant observation and comparing it to other techniques of data collection such as questionnaires and interviews.
(2007, 2000 words)
The paper examines the principles of SMARTS in goal setting analysing their benefits and drawbacks. Academic literature is reviewed on the theories of motivation, sport psychology, performance measurements, etc. The role of goal setting in increasing an individual's performance is highlighted.
(2006, 1500 words)
The paper addresses the problem of performing under pressure in athletes offering a review of psychological literature on the negative and positive impacts of pressure on the performance, and analysing the effects of pressure on athletes in the Athens 2004 Olympic Games.
(2005, 2000 words)
The paper reports on the activities of the Brunel University athletics club presenting its profile, reviewing the club's functions, management structure, mission, etc. The issues of the club's promotion and marketing are addressed; its strengths and weaknesses are identified.
(2006, 2500 words)
The paper examines the effectiveness of coaching behaviours at Brunel University evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of the Arizona State Observation Instrument (ASUOI) for collecting information on coaches in practice settings, conducting a study based on observations and making conclusions about the coaches' effectiveness.
(2006, 1500 words)
The paper examines the cardio effects of endurance training in Olympic athletes describing the normal condition of the heart and the regulation of the heart during exercise. Conclusions are made about the effects of endurance training on myocardial efficiency.
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