sports technology for the coach Flashcards

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explain how coaches can use equipment technology in sport by using an example

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e.g. cricketer given new bad by sponsor
- coach could analyse whwre runs are scored using motion tracking software and provide advice to the performer on how they are using the bat

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explain how coaches can use analysis of performance technology by using an example

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e.g. cameras record triple jump perfromer
- coach can watch technique within perfromance advise on any minor tweaks to make the run up or jumping phases

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explain how coaches use monitor technology by using an example

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e.g. heart rate monitors for cycling
- coach can analyse data and suggest if heart is being worked in a suitable heart rate zone, wokring too hard or too littlee

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explain how coaches use nutition technology by using an example

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e.g. software programs allow marathon athletes to monitor thier nutrition in a more detailed manner
- coach can advise on amount of carbohydrate being eaten
- coaches can advise loading excess carbohydrate before a race to ensure glycogen stores dont run out during the race

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advanatges of using technology for a sports coach

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  • health and well-eing of athlete can be monitored
  • performance of athlete can be analysed
  • nutrition of athlete can be monitored and suitably adjusted
  • greater understanding of technique being used by the performer
  • ensure the performer is suitably pretected by equipment
  • help perfromer to recover quickly
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disadvantages of using technology for a sports coach

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  • can be costly (coach may be on a budget)
  • need to know how to use software
  • may be time consuming
  • may prevent natural feedback from the coach who becomes reliant on technology
  • may misinterpret technology and provide incorrect advice
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