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How Technology has Affected General Participation in Sport - Coggle Diagram
How Technology has Affected General Participation in Sport
Access
Prosthetics
Basic prosthetic are available to the majority of the disabled population which enables them to partake in some level of physical activity.
Accessercise APP
Complete fitness app created specifically for people with impairments.
Facilities
Sports Surfaces
Modern surfaces are low maintenance, therefore low cost, and allow year-round use that can help to boost participation. Surfaces have been developed to provide rebound or slip resistance and can improve shock absorption, providing optimum playing conditions for sport while giving players ease of movement and adequate protection from injury.
Artificial Lighting
Modern flood lighting has also allowed greater use of sports facilities at the recreational or general participation level.
Equipment
Partial Pressure of Oxygen Restricting Masks
Instead of hypoxic chambers, the more affordable alternative for the general participation are oxygen restricting masks. Thus endurance athletes can still experience the altitude training benefits, but at a less beneficial level.
Peloton
Allows people to access workout classes and compete against friends and the world.
Monitoring of Exercise
Stat Vests
Can be connected to a performers phone to track specific stats.
Tracker Apps
Apps like 'Freeletics' are cheaper than gym memberships and provide workouts and nutrition tracking/advice.
Safety
CowFish Flotation Wristband
Provides a flotation device on the wrist to be carried whilst swimming, just in case of danger.
Carbon Fibre Shin Pads
More rigid and flexible so that the performer is better projected and has greater movement.