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Applied researchers at University of Birmingham, UK. We use sport psychology to aid mental health and performance in dance, sport, and disadvantaged youth. https://www.sprintproject.org/

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Dec 3

Hi everyone, we are The SPRINT project!

Our mission is to use sport psychology to enhance well-being and performance in various contexts.

Stay tuned for research insights, stories that inspire action, tools and resources!

Join us on our journey ⭐
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The Sprint Project | Community-based sport psychology research | Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

The Sprint Project is a team of applied psychology researchers at the University of Birmingham helping to define and intervene in community-based issues to improve well-being and performance.

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Jun 23

Access our free guidelines and resources for supporting researcher's mental health here www.sprintproject.org/guidelines

Thank you to all who attended today's workshop and to those who have participated in our survey. You can still take part via the link above!

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · May 23

This year's #QRMH10 was full of great research, including our very own @maryquinton.bsky.social who shared preliminary findings from her feasibility study for researcher mental health guidelines!

Want to help us with this work? Take part here app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/bham/feasi...

The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · May 15

Yesterday was the inaugural Graduate School of Sport and Professional Practice Symposium

With Dr Naomi Datson, Tracy Whittaker-Smith MBE, Hope Powell CBE, and Hailu Theodros, the panel of experts shared insights on thriving in elite sport.

🔎 Find out more here www.sprintproject.org/post/no-one-...

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · May 9

In this weeks blog post, Louis Miles, Sydney Claxton, & Duro Thompson reflect on their placement with The SPRINT Project.

To find out more about the interdisciplinary importance of physiotherapy and sports psychology research, see our latest post: www.sprintproject.org/post/physiot...

The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · May 2

Exciting news! 🎉

The 2nd National Survey of Safeguarding and Abuse Prevention in Dance, in collaboration with One Dance UK and the National Institute of Dance Medicine and Science, is now open!

Let's prioritise safeguarding in dance and create a community where every dancer feels safe. 💃🕺

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Dr Mary Quinton @maryquinton.bsky.social · Apr 15

Are you involved in emotionally demanding research in academic or non-academic research contexts? We'd love to hear what you think about the feasibility of our *new* guidelines to support researcher mental health!

Please share with anyone who you think may be interested!

Dr Georgia Bird @georgiabird.bsky.social · Apr 15

Protecting our mental health as researchers is not only important for our well-being but for our work!

Help us to evaluate guidelines for safeguarding researchers mental health ⬇️

- short survey
- win up to £200

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Supporting researchers mental health survey

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Apr 11

Prioritizing our physical and mental health as researchers is vital!

In our latest blog post, physio placement student Sydney Claxton discusses all things ergonomics - providing top tips for taking care of our well-being. Read on to find out more:
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#wellbeing

The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Apr 10

🧠 New Guidelines to Safeguard Researchers' Mental Health

✨ View the guidelines: www.sprintproject.org/guidelines

Help us evaluate their usefulness & feasibility
📋 Take part in a survey: app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/bham/feasi...

Let’s build a more psychologically safe research culture for all!

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Feb 28

On 26th Feb, our team were recognised for their public engagement work! 🎉

Congratulations to @mkolitsida.bsky.social, @maryquinton.bsky.social, @gracetidmarsh.bsky.social, & @jenncumming.bsky.social for nominations and recognitions.

👉 Find out more www.sprintproject.org/post/success...

https://www.sprintproject.org/post/success-for-the-sprint-project-at-the-public-and-cultural-engagement-awards💡

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Feb 27

‼️ New Publication‼️

A new collaborative study led by SPRINT Project's @maryquinton.bsky.social, highlights the need to support those conducting emotionally demanding research.

🔍Our latest blog post: www.sprintproject.org/post/researc...
👉 The study: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Feb 21

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

This week, @mkolitsida.bsky.social delivered an incredible presentation on self-harm prevention in dance education at the Royal Academy of Dance.

See our latest blog to find out more: www.sprintproject.org/post/self-ha...

#MentalHealth #DanceEducation

Self-harm prevention in dance: research and recent events

The SPRINT Project is excited to share that our team member, Maria Kolitsida, Doctoral Researcher at the University of Birmingham, recently delivered an incredible presentation for the Royal Academy o...

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Feb 14

🚀 Exciting news! The SPRINT Project has secured funding from QR Research & Knowledge Exchange funds to advance our research on mental health in research settings & dance environment safety. Stay tuned for updates. #Research #MentalHealth #DanceSafety

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Funding Success for The SPRINT Project!

We are excited to share the fantastic news that multiple members of the SPRINT Project research team have successfully secured funding from the QR Research and Knowledge Exchange funds. These grants w...

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Feb 12

4/ 📚 Ready to make an impact? Gain unique insights and behind-the-scenes access to one of the world’s top dance companies. Apply now! #ResearchOpportunity #MentalHealth #Ballet

The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Feb 12

3/ 💡 Did you know? Ballet dancers may face similar or higher rates of mental illness compared to the general population. Our research will help shape a well-being strategy for professional dancers.

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Feb 12

2/ 🌟 This project aims to better understand professional ballet dancers' mental health, and how to support it through early detection, referral, and timely intervention.

The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Feb 12

🎭 Dive Into Dance Research! 1/ 🩰 Passionate about ballet and mental health? Join our unique MSc (Res) project in collaboration with the Birmingham Royal Ballet, starting October 2025.

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Applications invited for post graduate research study on professional ballet dancers’ mental health

Come study with us! We are recruiting candidates for a MSc by Research/MSc (Res) project in collaboration with the Birmingham Royal Ballet to start in October 2025. About the Project This exciting Mas...

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Jan 31

This week, SPRINT Project PhD student Kirsty Brown presented at the UK Sports Institute Mental Health in Elite Sport conference, alongside Dr Allan Johnston, on ADHD and athletes!

Check out our latest blog post to find out more ⬇️

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Kirsty presents at UK Sports Institute (UKSI) Mental Health in Elite Sport Conference on ADHD in elite athletes

On Wednesday Kirsty had the great opportunity to present alongside Dr Allan Johnston at the UKSI Mental Health in Elite Sport conference on her PhD project on ADHD and athletes, in collaboration with ...

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Jan 24

Life feeling a little hectic?

Grounding techniques are a powerful tool for staying present and managing stress 🌱

See our latest blog post to learn more and have free access to grounding resources and infographics!

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Your guide to staying grounded- Explore our most popular resources

Grounding techniques are powerful tools for staying present, calming your mind, and building emotional resilience. These techniques provide ways to stay focused and centred during challenging moments—...

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Jan 17

Don't underestimate the power of rest for success!

And don't just take our word for it, see our latest blog post to learn from athletes, dancers, and scientific research ⬇️

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#rest #recovery #success #sportpsychology #wellbeing

Rest for Success

In our fast-paced world, it's easy to fall into the trap of constant activity, believing that more effort equals more success. Yet, academic research and the lives of athletes and dancers have reveale...

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Jan 10

Happy New Year from The SPRINT Project!

Take the pressure off setting goals for 2025 with our easy strengths-based review!

See our latest blog post to find out more ⬇️

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New Year, Less Pressure

Happy New Year from all of us at the SPRINT Project! As we welcome 2025, we hope you’ve had a chance to rest, recharge, and enjoy the festive season. This time of year often comes with a societal pr...

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Dec 20

Happy holidays!

See our latest blog post for some top self-care tips for the season: www.sprintproject.org/post/happy-h...

Thank you for joining us and see you in 2025!

#wellbeing #selfcare #gratitude #connection #mindfulness #sportpsychology

Happy Holidays from The SPRINT Project!

As we approach the holiday season, The SPRINT Project team wants to extend our warmest wishes to everyone. This time of year can bring joy, relaxation, and a much-needed break from our busy lives. However, we also recognize that it can come with its own set of challenges. That's why we've gathered some self-care tips from our team members to help you navigate the festive season with a sense of well-being.Keeping Moving“I will be making the most of spending time with my family but making sure to

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Dec 17

💡Showcasing talented postgraduate researchers💡

Today our team members @midwarika.bsky.social, Kirsty Brown, and Fiona Clarke presented their research at the annual postgraduate research day!

Read our latest post to find out more:
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#research #sportsscience

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Dec 13

🚨 New blog post alert 🚨

See our latest blog post to learn about one of our favourite research activities, public engagement! www.sprintproject.org/post/sprint-...

How do you engage with the public to share your research? Let us know in the comments ⬇️

#publicengagement #CPD #knowledgeexchange

SPRINT Project engage in public engagement

Kirsty, Maria and Michelle recently attended the University of Birmingham (UoB) public and cultural engagement day on Thursday 21st November at the Exchange. It was a great day for the team members t...

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Dec 12

Well said @gracetidmarsh.bsky.social !

See the full report on our website www.sprintproject.org/disseminatio...

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Dec 12

Wondering who the faces are behind The SPRINT Project?

Let us introduce ourselves and see our individual profiles through the starter pack ⬇️

Watch this space as more of the team join bluesky 🦋

You can also learn more about us here: www.sprintproject.org/aboutus-meet...

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