A research library of key reports on the sports and physical activity sector from a variety of sources.
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An analysis of the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries and Risk Factors Study found physical inactivity and low physical activity to be among the ten most important risk factors in England. 1 It is estimated that physical inactivity contributes to almost one in ten premature deaths (based on life expectancy...
This article provides insights on the impacts of austerity policy through an examination of the experiences of two different countries and sport organisations.
This document sets out the details of the programme, funding process and the journey to deliver a new sustainable model for grassroots football hubs nationwide.
Increasing physical activity has the potential to improve the physical and mental health and wellbeing of individuals, families, communities and the nation as a whole. Public Health England (PHE) wants to see more people being physically active. This professional resource sets out how to achieve this....
Social Return On Investment In Sport: A Participation Wide Model For England
Thu, 21 Apr 2016
Sheffield Hallam University
This research paper attempts to value the social impacts of participation in sport in England, using the SROI framework.
A blueprint for sport and active recreation in Wales.
The Youth Sport Trust's Strategic Plan sets the direction and priorities for the organisation over the five year period 2013-2018.
The Role Of Psychological Factors In Recreational Sport Participation
Wed, 27 Nov 2013
Sports Coach UK
A research report produced for Sports Coach UK by Loughborough University.
This publication brings together the views of a highly respected group of people with expertise gained from years of experience in researching, organising, planning and delivering sport and physical activity.
Understanding Disabled People’s Lifestyles In Relation To Sport.
Tue, 10 Sep 2013
English Federation of Disability Sport
The study seeks to understand what motivates disabled people in their everyday lives and how this relates to sport or exercise.
This report presents the latest headline child estimates for the year up to and including March 2013.
This report provides an assessment of the value of sport sector activities in the West of England in 2012, as well as the total value that accrues to the whole UK economy. It also projects the expected future value of the sports sector in the next ten years.
New research from academics in the UK suggests that the old adage of 'first impressions count' is very much alive and kicking in sport. This article provides a summary of this research and concludes with a few ideas for how coaches can apply the research.
This document provides an overview of the best available evidence on health and wellbeing outcomes that are directly affected by physical activity.
The business case for good governance in sport and the case for Scottish Football Association on how to enable modernisation of governance standards.
This report seeks to substantiate the claim that 'sport is good for you'. The Game of Life brings together, for the first time, all of the best evidence to support those gut feelings we have about sport. This research outlines the evidence that exists that shows how more activity can have huge effects...