Arsenal confirm ACL injury for Malin Gut, why do women suffer this injury more?
Arsenal have confirmed that midfielder Malin Gut will undergo surgery for a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament but why do women suffer them more than men?
Alex Iwobi explains the difference between this season and last season
Alex Iwobi admits he feels more confident this season compared to last and he recovers better after he makes a mistake.
An introduction to health and fitness in the modern era
Ever wanted to totally change your life but don't know where to start?
In 2003 I noticed that my life was rapidly changing...
My home life...
How to stop smoking with the least amount of pain
I'm not going to lie. Smoking can be a calming, enjoyable experience which makes quitting so much harder but here are some tips to help you quit
Top tips for overcoming self-doubt
One of the hardest things that some people ever do is transform themselves from a person full of self-doubt to a self-assured person that believes in themselves.
Technology to help you succeed in getting fit and losing weight
Sometimes even the best of plans need a bit of supporting structure and technology to get you over the hump.
There are literally a plethora...
Paul Merson: This time last year, I wanted to kill myself
With FA Cup games kicking off a minute later than normal to highlight mental health issues, Paul Merson has revealed that this time last year he was suicidal.
Football Isn’t Life or Death
I’ve had the pleasure of being able to write for Daily Cannon since April 2011.
Having an opinion is one thing, but being able to...
Alexandre Lacazette retweets strong stance on social distancing amid coronavirus fears
With the UK Government still refusing to shut down all public gatherings and issuing false information, Alexandre Lacazette has retweeted a message that makes his stance clear on what he thinks we should do.
Arsenal legend discusses depression battle
Thierry Henry, Arsenal legend, opens up about his struggles with depression, highlighting the mental health challenges faced by athletes.
Taking the Next Step to Losing Weight and Getting Fit
A weekly look at the technology, tools and techniques to quitting smoking, losing weight and getting fit through diet and exercise.
Mikel Arteta confident Premier League can handle Covid 2nd wave
Arteta is confident the Premier League can maintain its bubble as second waves sweep the globe and players jet off on international duty.
Arsenal want answers over Kieran Tierney but asking the wrong ones
Arsenal are seeking clarification on Kieran Tierney after the Arsenal defender after Stuart Armstrong tested positive for Covid-19.
Beginning a Diet and Exercise Program
A weekly look at the technology, tools and techniques to quitting smoking, losing weight and getting fit through diet and exercise.
Mason Mount escapes quarantine to play football with Declan Rice
Despite being told to quarantine himself after Callum Hudson-Odoi's Covid-19 positive result, Chelsea's Mason Mount was spotted playing football in a local park with West Ham's Declan Rice.
How footballers can build muscle faster
Building muscle can be a challenge for football players, but there are a few strategies that can help them build muscle faster. In this article, we'll explore some tips on how to build muscle faster.
When will head injuries be taken seriously in football?
As watched David Luiz play on after a clash so severe it left Raul Jiminez with a fractured skull that needed surgery, we thought it was worth asking again
Five ways to get back to running
The best part of spring is that there are better days ahead for running without wearing a lot of layers.
Spring brings warmer weather without...
Laura Wienroither’s ACL injury highlights Arsenal’s worrying trend and need for more research
Laura Wienroither's ACL injury highlights a concerning trend at Arsenal and underscores the need for more research into the connection between menstrual cycles and ACL injuries in women.
Taking a walk – the perfect low-impact exercise
There will be times when you will need to restrict your exercise routine to something less intense, like taking a long brisk walk.
Hopefully everyone...
Five ways to soothe tired muscles
When you start exercising, your muscles will initially feel strong and tough. But, over time and after strenuous activity or continual movements, your muscles...
Do football players take pre-workout?
In soccer, players always look for ways to enhance their performance on the field. One popular method some footballers adopt is using pre-workout supplements....
FA forget what body part fist bumps involve but that’s not the weird bit
In the rush to avoid the spread of Coronavirus/Covid-10, the FA's medics were today praised by the Daily Mail for being 'ahead of the curve' when they banned England players from shaking hands with players during the last international break - in November.
Xhaka no outlier: Premier League Covid vaccine hesitancy worst in the world
Granit Xhaka recently made the headlines for catching Covid when it was revealed he had not been vaccinated, but it seems he is far from alone in the Premier League which has the worst uptake rate in the world.
Runner’s (and Biker’s) Notebook
by Mark J. Fine
Last time we discussed a plan that runners can use to train for marathons.
A few things have changed since then, mostly...
Don’t know the truth about Covid? Here’s how to find it
The longer this pandemic ranges across the globe, the more smart people I see falling into conspiracy traps as they search for answers to what is happening during these frightening times.
Aubameyang returns home after 2 days in hospital
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang contracted malaria while on international duty during the last break but the player has now returned home after two days in hospital
Eating habits of football stars
by Winnie O'Blindt
There’s not much longer to wait until the Premier League returns and the Arsenal squad’s pre-season campaign got underway earlier this month.
They have...
Best Weight Loss-Friendly Foods for your Motivation & Rewards System
The motivation and rewards system is a rather new approach to regulating your body weight.
Caitlin Foord to be quarantined for 14 days
Arsenal's Caitlin Foord will face a 14-day quarantine when she returns to Arsenal after international duty with the Australian national team.
Essential mental health training now free for nation’s coaches
No cost opportunity for 3 million coaches to upskill their mental health literacy during the COVID-19 pandemic with the announcement coming at the start of Mental Health Awareness Week.
Technology to Help Regulate Our Weight
This week we'll focus on technology to help us measure, track, and regulate our weight.
Last week we discussed how to use exercise tracking apps...
David Ospina treatment criticised
The treatment of David Ospina in Napoli that resulted in the goalkeeper collapsing and having to spend time in hospital has been criticised by a leading brain charity.
Race Training – Six Lessons Learned
With my long training period and half-marathon well behind me, I've had plenty of time to examine what worked well and what didn't.
My training...
1st UK humans enrolled for Coronavirus vaccine trials
In what could be absolutely huge news, the first humans have been enrolled in trials for a potential Covid-9/Coronavirus vaccine.
Football fans return in France: A look at this brand new world
Football with fans is back in France, so what was it like to attend a game with social distancing and more in place?