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Open University (OU) Sport & Fitness Team (#TeamOUsport)
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This is the Bluesky account of the Open University (OU) Sport and Fitness Team (#TeamOUsport).
OU Sport & Fitness Team Blog: https://www.open.ac.uk/blogs/OU-Sport/
Sport & Fitness Qualifications at the OU: https://www.open.ac.uk/blogs/OU-Sport/?page_id=216
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Did you know that @openuniversity.bsky.social currently works in over 150 prisons and supports around 2000 students a year in prison, secure units and under licence in the community?

Higher education changes lives. See more of the work The Open University are doing⬇️

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November 21, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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Need a boost to kickstart your January studies? Then check out this video in which #TeamOUsport student Ralph Slaney
@ralphslaney.bsky.social shares some his top studying strategies ⬇️⬇️⬇️

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January 5, 2026 at 11:42 AM
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Are you interested in a funded PhD exploring durability in endurance sport? If so, the Open University is the place for you. Find out more here ⬇️
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The Open University
We currently offer the following PhD studentships:Faculty funded studentshipsApplications for October 2026 will open in November 2025.Based in Milton Keynes, UKEach year, the Faculty of Wellbeing, Edu...
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January 5, 2026 at 11:25 AM
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Sir Chris Hoy: Cancer, Courage and Me www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cyclin...
Sir Chris Hoy: Cancer, Courage and Me - 'I've realised I can make a difference'
In a new BBC documentary, Sir Chris Hoy shows how he is using his Olympic mindset to reframe his purpose following a terminal cancer diagnosis.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:54 PM
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Are you interested in a funded PhD exploring strength and conditioning in golf? If so, the Open University is the place for you. Find out more here ⬇️
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The Open University
We currently offer the following PhD studentships:Faculty funded studentshipsApplications for October 2026 will open in November 2025.Based in Milton Keynes, UKEach year, the Faculty of Wellbeing, Edu...
wels.open.ac.uk
December 8, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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Had fun in the recording studio yesterday, doing some audio for one of our new @ou-sport.bsky.social modules 🎙️
December 4, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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Are you interested in a funded PhD exploring strength and conditioning in tennis? If so, the Open University is the place for you. Find out more here ⬇️
wels.open.ac.uk/research/res...
The Open University
We currently offer the following PhD studentships:Faculty funded studentshipsApplications for October 2026 will open in November 2025.Based in Milton Keynes, UKEach year, the Faculty of Wellbeing, Edu...
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December 1, 2025 at 11:20 AM
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Are you interested in a funded PhD exploring women's experiences of abuse in sport? If so, the Open University is the place for you. Find out more here ⬇️
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The Open University
We currently offer the following PhD studentships:Faculty funded studentshipsApplications for October 2026 will open in November 2025.Based in Milton Keynes, UKEach year, the Faculty of Wellbeing, Edu...
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November 24, 2025 at 11:27 AM
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ADHD: even one bout of physical activity might help kids better learn in school
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ADHD: even one bout of physical activity might help kids better learn in school
Exercise helped children with ADHD perform better on cognitive tests.
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November 20, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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Have you tried the new Study Quest filter on Snapchat? It's a fun way to help you decide what kind of OU study would work for you. Search for 'Open University Study Quest' on Snapchat to give it a go"! ✅

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November 19, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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We have 4 sport & exercise related funded PhD studentships available for Oct 2026 in the following areas:
- Women’s stories of life after past harms in sport
- Strength & conditioning in tennis
- Strength and Conditioning for Golf
- Durability in Endurance Athletes
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The Open University
We currently offer the following PhD studentships:Faculty funded studentshipsApplications for October 2026 will open in November 2025.Based in Milton Keynes, UKEach year, the Faculty of Wellbeing, Edu...
wels.open.ac.uk
November 17, 2025 at 9:45 AM
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Check out this episode of the BBC/OU The Team Behind the Team podcast which explores the impact of AI in sport. It features #TeamOUsport academics Mark Antrobus & Nichola Kentzer alongside experts from football and cycling.
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BBC Radio 5 Live - 5 Live Sport: All About..., The Team behind the Team: AI - sport's new tactic?
What impact is artificial intelligence having on sport and what does the future hold?
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November 12, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Feels like it’s time to start engaging properly on here.

Started the morning with a coffee (the festive cups are back! 🌲), before a great day on campus with @ou-sport.bsky.social colleagues. Always energising to carve out time for writing and sharing research ideas.

A productive day all round.

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November 11, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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We have developed a brand new free course for anyone who wants to find out more about coaching neurodiverse athletes.
Check it out on the link below! ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️
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Coaching neurodivergent athletes
This course is designed to improve the knowledge and understanding for anyone working with neurodivergent athletes in sport and exercise settings or with an interest in coaching neurodiverse ...
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November 10, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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In this video #TeamOUsport 's Steph Doehler explains the science behind Erling Haaland's success
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Ever wondered how Erling Haaland scores so many goals? ⚽️ Here’s the science behind his prep before taking to the pitch 🔬 #SportsScience #Football #PremierLeague
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November 7, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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Check out this episode of the BBC/OU The Team Behind the Team podcast. With insights from British Athletics, Ineos Grenadiers, the True Athletic Project & #TeamOUsport ‘s Alex Twitchen it asks the question ‘Is sport becoming less human?’
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BBC Radio 5 Live - 5 Live Sport: All About..., The Team behind the Team: Is sport becoming less human?
A look at how key decisions and tactics are made in elite sport
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October 30, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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Have you visited our blog yet? The OU Sport & Fitness Team blog is used by #TeamOUsport staff to share their insights and commentary on sporting events, stories & topics from an academic perspective. We have a wealth of articles so check it out now!
www.open.ac.uk/blogs/OU-Spo...
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October 24, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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Looking to become a more confident user of digital tools?

Being digital features over 35 FREE activities designed to develop your digital literacy skills – from managing your digital identity to making the most of online networks.

👉 https://ow.ly/mKLy50X4aOM
October 21, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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Dyslexia shouldn’t be a barrier to you successfully completing a degree. In the articles below OU Sport & Fitness students Yasmin Reeve and Jasmine Bunting share their experiences and tips for dyslexic students.
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October 22, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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#TeamOUsport student Ralph Slaney @ralphslaney.bsky.social shares his top tips for managing stress as an OU student. There’s some great advice in there, so check it out!
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We appreciate that sometimes studying can feel like climbing a steep hill… don’t worry, there are ways of giving yourself a boost! This is how Ralph manages his stress during his OU degree! #sportsand...
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October 16, 2025 at 11:23 AM
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Do your online habits have a #CarbonFootprint? 💻🌍

With our new Digital #Sustainability pathway, you'll discover:
✅ Greener online study & work tips
✅ The cost of AI tools
✅ How to cope with climate anxiety

Build digital literacy & make a positive impact. Explore now: www.open.ac.uk/libraryservi...
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October 10, 2025 at 7:06 AM
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Today is World Mental Health Day and so we would like to share this free course which shows why exercise can be so beneficial for your mental health
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Exercise and mental health
Each year thousands of pounds are spent on medications to treat conditions such as anxiety and depression. These medications often have negative side effects. Exercise is an alternative treatment ...
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October 10, 2025 at 11:16 AM
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Joint pain or osteoarthritis? Why exercise should be your first line of treatment
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Joint pain or osteoarthritis? Why exercise should be your first line of treatment
Globally, osteoarthritis affects nearly 600 million people. Yet fewer than 50% are offered the one proven treatment: exercise.
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October 10, 2025 at 10:54 AM
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#TeamOUsport Students:
As our induction programme draws to a close and the welcome forum closes we would like to encourage you to keep in touch with your fellow students through your Tutor Group Forum and the Qualification Forum. Enjoy the first week of your new module(s)! 😀
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October 6, 2025 at 10:21 AM
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Join us tonight at 7pm for our wellbeing session exploring how you can take care of yourself during your studies
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October 1, 2025 at 8:09 AM