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Analysing Movement - Through the use of Technology (Limb Kinetics,…
Analysing Movement - Through the use of Technology
Limb Kinetics
(reflective markers and cameras) The study of the movements of limbs in space and time taken to carry out the movements. Includes the study of gait.
Examples - Golf Swing, Tennis Serve, Blocks in Running
Investigates the impact of equipment on technique so helps to select correct technique
Optimising Performance
Coaches can use the analysis to make changes in sport
Data is immediately available and accurate.
To examine the causes of common injury, which can be prevented as poor technique is identified
Negatives
Labatory conditions make some techniques difficult to perform due to lack of space
Equipment is expensive
Results do not take into account individual differences
Force Plates
A platform that measures all the forces applied when a performer stands, steps or jumps
Examples - Sprinter, High Jump, Triple Jump
Optimising Performance
Results useful to plan conditioning or development programs
Fast and accurate results generated
Analysis of gait, land or take off techniques can be used to identify efficiency improvements.
Negatives
Labatory conditions make some techniques difficult to perform
Equipment is expensive
Wind Tunnels
Optimising Performance
A chamber through which air is forced
Example - Cycling
Equipment is expensive
Negatives
Pieces of equipment can be tested
Wind Speed and direction are controllable to mimic competitive conditions
Equipment and technique can be adapted to increase the aerodynamic properties
Doesn't reflect real life (Rain)