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
Artificial Lighting
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.
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
Monitoring of Exercise
Safety
Stat Vests
Tracker Apps
CowFish Flotation Wristband
Carbon Fibre Shin Pads
Can be connected to a performers phone to track specific stats.
Apps like 'Freeletics' are cheaper than gym memberships and provide workouts and nutrition tracking/advice.
Provides a flotation device on the wrist to be carried whilst swimming, just in case of danger.
More rigid and flexible so that the performer is better projected and has greater movement.
Allows people to access workout classes and compete against friends and the world.