Tag: Brain

The basics of the brain and why it should matter to your football club

Written on 3rd November 2022.

The topics “brain” and “neuro” will become more and more popular over the next years. It is worth understanding the basics of the brain.

3 ways to grow your child’s social skills and help them become attuned adults

Written on 9th October 2020.

Children have a strong need to belong and feel significant. If these qualities are continually met, children grow up to be confident individuals who...

5 life-changing tips to improve an athletic child’s sleep

Written on 7th September 2020.

Sleep is a brain-boosting activity that can transform a child’s life. Sleep helps to heal, regenerate and recover most of your bodies functions including...

5 Brain-Boosting tips to improve your child’s concentration

Written on 7th August 2020.

Our modern world is jam packed with digital distractions. Television, iPads, Phones, Digital Watches, or anything that is a gadget is designed for humans...

Growth Mindset v Fixed Mindset

Written on 2nd July 2020.

In a fixed mindset students believe their basic abilities, their intelligence, their talents, are just fixed traits. They have a certain amount and...

What is Brain-Centred Training and Why is it imperative?

Written on 5th June 2020.

There is an abundance of research that is revealing incredible understanding about the brain, but often research is oversimplified...

What are thoughts and how can we use them to our benefit?

Written on 9th April 2020.

Our brains have around 100 billion nerve cells called neurons interconnected by trillions of connections called synapses. Each of those 100 billion...

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What Does Authentic Encouragement Look Like?

Written on 21st February 2020.

At IQ Football we’ve been asked whether parents can over encourage their child. To encourage your child is one of the best ways to raise their confidence,...

Meet Sean Szabo, Founder of IQ Football

Written on 12th February 2020.

Recognised as a leading brain-centred football coach in Gauteng, Sean Szabo is highly recommended by parents who want to assist their child’s motor...