Contemporary Technologies For Fitness Testing

Question 1

What are the 5 CONTEMPORARY TECHNOLOGIES on the SPEC?

Answer 1

• GPS
• Fitness Trackers
• Bat Sensor
• Trackman
• Adidas GMR Insoles

Question 2

Describe the USE of GPS

Answer 2

• Used by elite sports during matches and training for coach to analyse
• Can be metres covered and top speed

Question 3

Describe the USE of FITNESS TRACKERS

Answer 3

HR monitors and Pedometers can be used to track intensity, steps, calorie expenditure etc.

Question 4

Describe the USE of BAT SENSORS

Answer 4

• Placed at top of bat to measure elements of a swing
• Like max bat speed, speed at impact, time to impact etc

Question 5

Describe the USE of TRACKMAN

Answer 5

• Tracks objects during motion
• Used in golf to track speed and position of swing

Question 6

Describe the USE of ADIDAS GMR INSOLES

Answer 6

• Jacquard chip placed inside the insole of a boot
• Can track running speed, power of kicks, control of ball etc.