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Pink brain character with football and information about the role the brain plays in football
 

Did you know your brain is fundamental to all your footballing activities? Find out more in this pull-out from a 2022 edition of She Kicks magazine.

The brain:

  • controls your muscles
  • helps you learn new skills
  • predicts where the ball will go
  • motivates you
  • drives the emotions you experience
Cover image from SheKicks pullout
 

Did you know your brain has its own internal clock called the 'circadian rhythm'? Find out more in this pull-out from a 2023 edition of She Kicks magazine.

Find out about:

  • the brain and jetlag
  • your 24hr body clock
  • why sleep matters
  • and take a quiz about which footballer your sleep pattern is most like
Cover page of magazine insert. "Did you know your brain is important for injury prevention and recovery?", with a bandaged brain graphic surrounded by speech bubbles. Faded red and white colour scheme.
 

Did you know your brain is important for injury prevention and recovery? Find out more in this pull-out from a 2024 edition of She Kicks magazine.

Find out about:

  • why warming up matters
  • head injuries in sport
  • concussion research and recovery
  • injuries and mental health
Two men in red and white football kit, one faces the camera and grins pointing to his head.
 

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Football with white and red pattern and "Football on the Brain" logo sitting on green grass pitch
 

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