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Why Wimbledon players use inspirational slogans<\/strong><\/p>\n

Professor Ian Maynard, a sports psychologist at Sheffield Hallam, comments in an article in The Guardian<\/a> about the importance of motivational phrases to sportspeople.<\/p>\n

Hallam research referenced by charity<\/strong><\/p>\n

Research carried out by the University into access children from low income families have to sport and leisure has been referenced in an interview with BBC Radio 5Live<\/a>. Jane Ashworth, from charity StreetGames, was on the station talking about the drop in National Lottery ticket sales and the knock-on effect on charities which receive lottery funding. Jane referenced research by Hallam which looked at the amount of money spent by low-income families on sport and leisure, and how lottery subsidies help support access. You can listen to the interview in the above link from 00:16:45.<\/p>\n

Research highlights golf\u2019s positive impact on society<\/strong><\/p>\n

New research by the University’s Sport Industry Research Centre (SIRC) has highlighted golf’s benefits on society. The study, commissioned by England Golf and the Professional Golfers\u2019 Association, looks at the benefits for society of the sport concluding that golf has an overall social value of \u00a31.8 billion and that every \u00a31 spent on golf generates \u00a31.17 worth of social benefits. The research has been covered by several sport titles including Golf Business News<\/a>, Women and Golf<\/a>, and Golf Retailing.<\/a><\/p>\n

Football’s changing business model<\/strong><\/p>\n

Football finance expert Rob Wilson has spoken to Global Capital<\/a> about the changing face of football’s business model, with clubs adapting to swelling transfer fees and new TV money.<\/p>\n

\u00a0Sporting heroes praise student’s problem-solving theories<\/strong><\/p>\n

A book written by a PhD student at Sheffield Hallam University has been praised by two of the world’s most successful sports stars. Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill and Andrew Strauss OBE have been using the principles outlined in Peter Lindsay’s book which looks at the psychology behind problem solving in the workplace. Read more on the Media Centre<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The future of the football industry.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sport business management expert, Rob Wilson spoke to the Bleacher Report<\/a> about the reasons behind the financial fortunes of some of the world’s biggest football clubs.<\/p>\n

Chartered Society of Physiotherapy \u00a0backs resource to help physios measure their impact on public health<\/h4>\n

The CSP has contributed to a new resource to help healthcare professionals in England to record and measure their impact on public health in a uniform and comparable way. Anna Lowe, a senior lecturer in physiotherapy, was a member of the steering group which created the resource, and comments in this article on the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Our scientists to test potential new cure for back pain<\/h4>\n

Scientists at Sheffield Hallam are developing a range of revolutionary hydrogels that may remedy degenerative disc disease – a condition which costs the NHS over \u00a31billion a year. The news has been covered by The Yorkshire Post<\/a> and Health Canal<\/a>. You can also read the full story on the Media Centre<\/a> (with video).<\/p>\n

Rob Wilson\u00a0discusses who could afford Cristiano Ronaldo if he leaves Real Madrid<\/strong><\/p>\n

Speaking to BBC Football<\/a>, Rob Wilson assesses which clubs could afford Cristiano Ronaldo, if the player leaves Real Madrid this summer. Rob looks at the initial cost of the transfer and the huge wages Ronaldo could demand. Rob’s comments were also used by Tribal Football<\/a> and Daily Star<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Football finance expert outlines financial boost Blades can expect from promotion<\/strong><\/p>\n

Football finance expert Rob Wilson spoke to The Star<\/a> about the financial boost Sheffield United will receive following their promotion to the Championship from League One. Rob explained that the Blades could earn upwards of \u00a310m next season.<\/p>\n

The seven secret benefits you get from just 30 minutes of walking<\/strong><\/p>\n

Professor Rob Copeland’s comments in The Mirror<\/a>\u00a0have been picked up by the Ahmedabad Mirror<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0has been republished by MSN in New Zealand<\/a><\/p>\n

Sport finance expert discusses the reports surrounding a possible takeover at St James Park. <\/strong><\/p>\n

In\u00a0ITV Tyne Tees<\/a> programme, Dr Dan Plumley said Newcastle’s recent promotion to the Premier League has driven up the club’s brand value which could have led to interest from a Chinese consortium.<\/p>\n

Exercise physiology specialist encouraging health workers to use their patients as a resource to help themselves<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sheffield Hallam researcher Dr Jeff Breckon claims motivational therapy techniques are a proven successful approach to tackling conditions like obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease, as opposed to falling into the trap of merely telling people what they should be doing. Read more in The Border Mail<\/a>.<\/p>\n

MOVE MORE: The seven secret benefits you get from just 30 minutes of walking<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sheffield Hallam’s Professor Rob Copeland, director of the national centre for sport and exercise medicine, speaks to The Mirror<\/a> about the benefits of taking a brisk walk.<\/p>\n

Hallam expert on Ipswich Town’s aim to be competitive in the Championship<\/strong><\/p>\n

Football finance expert Rob Wilson spoke to regional media about Ipswich Town and their ‘five-point plan’ for success in the Championship. Rob offered his thoughts on the approach but warned that the club needed to avoid a vicious circle while chasing the Premier League. Rob’s comments appeared in East Anglian Daily Times<\/a>, The Ipswich Star<\/a>, and Green ‘Un 24<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Dr Rob Wilson\u00a0comments on economic impact in Cardiff after hosting the UEFA Champions League<\/strong><\/p>\n

Football finance expert Rob Wilson spoke to BBC Radio Wales<\/a> about the financial boost Cardiff might enjoy after they hosted the UEFA Champions League final. You can listen again to the interview from 08:32.<\/p>\n

Dr Dan Plumley discusses the appointment of the Glasgow Rangers new board member.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dr Dan Plumley spoke to Glasgow Evening Times<\/a> about the appointment of IMG Worldwide vice-chairman, Alastair Johnston and discussed how the club’s former chairman could restore stability at the Ibrox after he was ousted from the board six years ago.<\/p>\n

The surprising link between playing sports, studying and making more money<\/strong><\/p>\n

A study from our Sport Industry Research Centre has shown that on average people who played sports in college earned over \u00a35000 more per year than those who didn\u2019t and also had fewer periods of unemployment. Read more in The Irish Mirror<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Professor Laura Serrant takes part in BBC ‘Big Breakfast’ event in Salford Quays as part of General Election build-up<\/strong> Professor Laura Serrant was a guest on the BBC Big Breakfast, at which she asked the BBC’s health editor, Hugh Pym, a question about bursaries for student nurses. Watch here<\/a> from 02:24:59<\/p>\n

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