A brief history of Olympic rugby and a look into the biomechanics of the scrum.

Dr. Kane highlights seven selected articles published in Current Sports Medicine Reports during the second quarter of 2024.

Dr. Konin discusses the NCAA's decision to remove cannabinoids from its banned substance list, highlighting the ineffectiveness of previous marijuana testing policies and supporting a harm-reduction approach, advocating for individualized interventions over punitive measures. Emphasizing the need for more research on THC's impact on athletic performance, Dr. Konin also explores the potential therapeutic benefits of other cannabinoids like CBD. This decision is seen as a significant step forward for athletes and the broader physically active community, with implications for sports medicine and cannabis policy.

2024-2025 ACSM President Stella Volpe, Ph.D., RDN, ACSM-CEP, FACSM, began her term at the 2024 ACSM Annual Meeting. We spoke with her about her plans, goals and what excites her most about her term as ACSM president.