Posts Tagged ‘International Sports Professionals Association-ISPA’
Monday, November 9th, 2009
At the annual meetings of the American Public Health Association (APHA) in Philadelphia, PA this past weekend (see http://www.apha.org/meetings/) the APHA came out with the results of a survey of teens that stated that teenage boys who played football are more likely than their peers to engage in risky behaviors such as drugs, drinking and violence.
We at ISPA and I independently in my clinical practice (see www.DrJohnMayer.com) have been saying for some time that we must be concerned about the youth culture within sports and how it can be a delicate environment, one where young people can learn negative behaviors just as much as they can learn the positive behaviors that we traditionally think sports can foster.
In my experience the negatives traits and behaviors that can grow out of sports can be prevented and even reversed by those adults who are in leadership roles in sports. It is our passion at ISPA to reach sports professionals in all fields, coaches, trainers, and the media to make a difference in this very issue of the fragile balance in sports at all levels between good values and harmful ones.
We need your help to spread the word about the International Sports Professionals Association-ISPA and our mission to improve the world of sports.
Dr. John E. Mayer, President
Tags: American Pubic Health Association, APHA, Bullying, bullying and high school football, bullying and teen football, Bullying in Sports, careers in sports, Child Development, Coachability, Coaching Credentials, Dr. John Mayer, Dr. Mayer, Family Fit, Family Lifestyle, high school football and drinking, high school football and violence, International Sports Professionals Association, International Sports Professionals Association-ISPA, ISPA, jobs in sports, John Mayer, Kids at Play, negative aspects of high school football, negatives and high school football, President-ISPA, Sports, Sports and Media, Sports Credentials, Sportsmanship, teens and football, the International Sports Professionals Association, TV Sports
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Wednesday, November 4th, 2009
Last week in these blogs we debated the issue of slow runners and whether they should be allowed to compete in marathons. Today, a favorite columnist of mine in the New York Times chimed in with her own story as a slow runner. Tara Parker-Pope gives a very unique and interesting perspective on this debate. She her column at: http://www.nytimes.com/2009/11/03/health/03well.html?_r=1&ref=science. She presents not only her own personal perspective, but brings in compelling facts and some interesting opinions from surprising sources. Check this out.
Dr. John E. Mayer
Tags: Dr. John Mayer, Dr. Mayer, Family Fit, Family Lifestyle, International Sports Professionals Association, International Sports Professionals Association-ISPA, ISPA, John Mayer, New York Times, NYC Marathon, NYT, President-ISPA, Slow Runners, Tara Parker-Pope, the International Sports Professionals Association
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Saturday, October 31st, 2009
Justin Mayer, Executive Director of ISPA, always would caution me in the days before a race when I was fretting whether I did enough training or not, “The hay is in the barn, not much you can do about it now!” This is a great tip the night before a Marathon.
I always remembered that advice in every race. Which brings me to the night before a race and sleep. This is some advice you are not going to hear from many professionals and I’m going to be radical here. DON’T WORRY ABOUT IT. Like all race preparation, ‘The Hay is in the Barn. If you are tossing and turning tonight. Don’t let that worry you on race day. It is what it is! The most important consideration with regard to sleep is your rest the week before and two nights before the race as well as your rest in recovery the night after your big race. If you are in the starting corral and are worrying about how much sleep you got last night you are not going to be mentally ready to run. Relax, the Hay is in the Barn!
Relax, have fun, enjoy the experience!
Dr. John E. Mayer, President-ISPA
Tags: Dr. John Mayer, Dr. Mayer, Family Fit, International Sports Professionals Association, International Sports Professionals Association-ISPA, ISPA, John Mayer, Motivation, New York Times, NYC Marathon, President-ISPA, Sports, Sports and Media, Sports Careers, Sports Credentials, sports injuries, the International Sports Professionals Association
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Friday, October 30th, 2009
ISPA World:
Hi all, I created a word a few days ago associated with Marathons. I did it a bit tongue in cheek, but it seems to be catching on. Here at ISPA we do have a goal of innovation in the field of sports, so bring it on.
Dr. John E. Mayer
President-ISPA
Tags: careers in sports, Dr. John Mayer, Dr. Mayer, International Sports Professionals Association, International Sports Professionals Association-ISPA, ISPA, jobs in sports, Marathoneering, Marathons, Motivation, New York Marathon, NYC Marathon, President-ISPA, Running, Sports, Sports Credentials, Sportsmanship
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Tuesday, October 27th, 2009
ISPA Friends:
I was excited to share an article just read in my favorite daily, the New York Times. (Tuesday 10-27-09-Health Section) As is often the case with the NYT, the article was illuminating. How many of us runners have wondered, researched and debated whether the pounding is good for the body. This article sheds some interesting insight into this long standing debate. I won’t try and do t justice by paraphrasing what is in the article, so go to their web site and check this article out.
What I found interesting was how evolutionary biologists are claiming that man is in fact a natural long distance runner and that it is only recently that running has been associated with pain and injury. The article also brings up the concept of early man being what they call a ‘persistence hunter’ that our ancestors chased down prey until the animal was exhausted and they were easier to harvest for food. I never heard of this concept before. If you are a runner, this article is a must read.
Here’s the link to the NYT Article: http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/10/26/are-humans-meant-to-run-long-distances/
Dr. John Mayer, President-ISPA
Tags: Dr. John Mayer, Dr. Mayer, Family Fit, International Sports Professionals Association, International Sports Professionals Association-ISPA, ISPA, John Mayer, Motivation, New York Times, NYC Marathon, President-ISPA, Sports, the International Sports Professionals Association
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Friday, October 23rd, 2009
Last night I spoke to a group of coaches on bullying and teasing. What impressed me about this group was the wide variations in the range of knowledge about working with young people in athletics. It reminded me and energized me that our mission at the International Sports Professionals Association-ISPA is a valuable one. COACHES NEED TO BE CREDENTIALED to assure that they keep continuing to learn and also adhere to high standards of ethics to work with young people.
Here at ISPA we credential coaches. Coaches should also keep in mind that this credential is important for their career advancement. Even if you are a volunteer coach it is important to be credentialed. Look through our web site for more details. www.TheSportsProfessionals.com
Dr. John E. Mayer, President-ISPA
Tags: Bullying, Bullying in Sports, Child Development, Coachability, Coaches, coaches and kids, coaching, Coaching Credentials, Dr. John Mayer, Dr. Mayer, Family Fit, International Sports Professionals Association, International Sports Professionals Association-ISPA, ISPA, jobs in sports, John Mayer, President-ISPA, Sports, Sports Careers, Sports Credentials, Teasing, Teasing in Sports, the International Sports Professionals Association
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Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Hi All;
Well, Sunday was the 32nd running of the Chicago Marathon. I am pleased to say I finished with a PR. On September 13th I ran the Chicago 1/2 Marathon and also set a PR. In June I ran the Seattle Marathon and in January both Justin (Justin Mayer-Executive Director of ISPA.) and I ran the Arizona Marathon. It was the first time we ran together the entire distance as he always beat me in any event we ran in. (Talk about a good example of Family Fit!) All in all it was a good year for running for me. I’m looking forward to next year.
BTW, the crowds lining the streets in Chicago were amazing. There were more people out watching this year’s race than I have ever seen. That was kind of bitter sweet as it reminded me of what could have been for the 2016 Olympics.
John Mayer, President-ISPA
Tags: Chicago 2016, Dr. John Mayer, Dr. Mayer, Family Fit, International Sports Professionals Association, International Sports Professionals Association-ISPA, ISPA, jobs in sports, John Mayer, Motivation, Olympics, President-ISPA, Sports, Sports and Media, Sports Careers, Sportsmanship, the International Sports Professionals Association
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Tuesday, October 6th, 2009
Position Opening:
Title: Recruitment Director- International
Description:
The International Sports Professionals Association-ISPA, has an opening for an individual to solicit professionals in the following categories: Psychologists, Physicians, Social Workers, Counselors, Pastoral Ministers, Ministers, Chiropractors, Nutritionists, Physical Therapists, Coaches, trainers, school counselors, and students in all these areas; to apply to become credentialed through our organization so that they can enhance their careers in serving the field of sports in many aspects or to start a career in sports. The professionals in ISPA serve sports at all levels.
In these trying economic times the field of sports along with the entertainment field have maintained its viability. There is no better time to encourage professionals to look into new revenue streams and professional opportunities.
The model this position is based on is the independent sales representative model that is traditional in many industries.
Qualifications:
- The individual should be capable of working independently with accountability to the main office.
- Ideally, the individual should have strong background in sports and possibly contacts in the sports world.
- The candidate should be self-motivated.
- The candidate should adhere to the highest standards of professionalism in their professional demeanor, appearance and communication skills.
- The candidate should have excellent writing skills, computer and Internet skills, and be experienced in Internet sales techniques.
Compensation:
Negotiable commission commensurate upon experience and skills.
Contact:
Dr. John E. Mayer, President ISPA
JMayer2@aol.com
Email inquires only. Submit resume and letter of interest and qualifications.
~Position Open Immediately~
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Monday, September 14th, 2009
This week’s Sports Illustrated, September 14, 2009 issue, has a story for all of us. Written by Selena Roberts and appearing on the very last page of the magazine in the ‘Point After’ column, she writes a poignant article about a high school athlete.
It is an article about what is most joyous and what is most sad in the lives of our teenagers. The article is about a high School athlete, Kaleb Eulls, an outstanding student and athlete from Mississippi. Kaleb was on a bus one morning when another student, a 14-year-old girl took out a gun from her backpack and threatened revenge for being bullied. Kaleb was able to disarm her (Please get this magazine and read the article) and save anyone from getting hurt. Ms. Roberts details how modest and hardworking Kaleb is in his everyday life apart from this incident. He remained that way throughout the national attention he received as a result of this heroic deed.
In the last two weeks I have given many presentations on bullying and teasing at schools in my professional role as a clinical psychologist. I have also just finished publishing a very affordable and comprehensive manual for schools to apply to their school to STOP and PREVENT bullying and teasing behavior among students. My goal is to provide schools with tools they can use without expending enormous resources and money. (Comparable programs cost in the thousands of dollars-mine is a straightforward, hard-hitting manual for schools for $25.)
The appearance of this article, in a magazine devoted to sports underscores the seriousness of this problem of bullying and teasing among students of all ages. Children, teens, adults are being hurt and killed by this behavior. It is time we stopped it in our society. In the next few weeks I will have a booklet available on www.NogginPower2.com, I call them Mini-Manuals, for parents on this issue as well.
We could have lost this special young man, Kaleb Eulls, innocently because of this deadly behavior of teasing and bullying others. Help stop it NOW!
Dr. John E. Mayer-President, ISPA
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Thursday, September 3rd, 2009
In article appeared in last Thursday’s New York Times on Kids Triathlons. I was glad to see some publicity about this great sport, however, was a little disappointed that the article focused primarily on the dangers of the sport and not more on the positives. As a former youth Triathlete I can attest to the benefits of Kids Triathlons. Triathlon taught me a lot about working towards goals and the pure joy of competition. Furthermore, it gave me a diverse athletic background that prevented overuse injuries that plague so many young athletes who specialize in one sport. Yes, Triathlon like many youth sports has dangers, however, when a child is guided correctly there is no reason for concern. When children are young they should only be worried about having fun and should be involved with a variety of athletic events. Triathlon is a great way for children to stay active and learn about themselves and their bodies.
Tags: children, Family Fit, Family Lifestyle, International Sports Professionals Association, International Sports Professionals Association-ISPA, ISPA, Kids at Play, kids sports, kids triathlon, New York Times, Sports, Sports and Media, Sports Careers, Sports Credentials, triathlon, USAT
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