What is Ramadan?
* Ramadan is the holiest observance of the world's second-largest religion. * Takes place during the 9th month of the Islamic lunar calendar* Shorter than the Gregorian calendar, which causes the change in time from year to year. * Ramadan is the obligatory spiritual period of abstaining from eating, drinking, smoking, chewing and sexual relations from dawn to sundown* For the scope of our practice, we are only going to discuss diet, sleep, and hydration
Image Source: https://www.sportsnet.ca/soccer/salah-wont-longer-3-weeks-egypts-fa-says/
Why is it Important?
* The first verse of the Quran revealed to prophet Muhammed* One of the 5 pillars of Islam each physically and mentally able Muslim must perform* Salah (prayer)* Zakat (giving to the poor)* Hajj (“hidg” pilgrimage to Mecca)* Fasting* Faith
Why is Ramadan important to us?
* Inclusion* Treat everyone the same! * Second largest religion * Time of year* Fasting* History (2012 Olympics held during Ramadan) * Detroit (largest Muslim population outside of the middle east)* Some sports/teams/schools adjust whole schedules when possible.
What Important Factors do ATs need to consider?
* Diet* Hydration* Sleep* Exercise * Emergency procedures* Cold towels, cooling procedures and when to give water
What other things should we consider?
* Inclusion* End of the year banquets* Take-home meals* Pizza/Pasta parties* Will not be able to participate but please include
image source: https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/961917/ramadan-2018-iftar-time-eid-al-fitr-break-fast-suhur-time-uk
Where is the letter John sent out?
Here is a copy of the letter John sent to his admin to help support his athletes and educate his peers
This letter contains the start/ end dates and start/end times for Ramadan
Here is the YouTube video mentioned in the podcast
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