Modern technology in sport

Question 1

What are the 4 major benefits of technology for elite sport?

Answer 1

. improved performance (training, recovery, comp.)
. increased safety (training, comp. , monitoring health)
. increased accuracy (talent ID, monitoring training, comp.)
. increased access (disability, all-year round participation)

Question 2

How has technology for general participation increased opportunity?

Answer 2

. all weather participation
. all-day/year-round participation
. variety of sports i.e. artificial facilities
. improve knowledge of opportunities out there

Question 3

How has technology for general participation improved enjoyment and progress?

Answer 3

. easier to learn skills/improve knowledge of sport
. safer
. increased enjoyment

Question 4

How has technology for general participation increased inclusion?

Answer 4

. adapted sports equipment for mobility
. adapted sports equipment for other specific needs
. equipment to aid safety for disabled athletes
. creation of ‘new’ sports using assistive technology
. advances in prosthesis

Question 5

How has technology for general participation increased access to facilities?

Answer 5

. accessible facilities: building
. equipment
. adapted facilities

Question 6

How has technology for general participation increased motivation?

Answer 6

. tracking/monitoring
. adherence
. inspiration through role models

Question 7

How has technology for general participation increased mass production?

Answer 7

. readily available
. cheap