The market for quantifying athletes is both diverse and fragmented, with a broad range of options for sensor technology, computing power, data storage, and advanced analytics. Purveyors of these technologies range from “sport tech” companies such as Catapult, KINEXON, Stats Perform, and Zebra to tech giants such as Amazon Web Services, IBM, and SAP, as […]
Probably a couple of months after Will made his debut, Tyler Johnson, who’s now with the Brooklyn Nets and was with the Miami Heat for so many years, made his NBA debut and he was a former camper of ours. And his mom actually still has the letter—he actually wrote us a letter when he […]
Joel Reinhardt is the Assistant Director of Sports Performance at the University of Massachusetts, working with football and women’s lacrosse. He has previously served as an assistant at Nicholls State University, and as a GA at Springfield College. Freelap USA: What are some key facets of how you manage data to assist coaches in practice planning? […]
3D printer manufacturer Carbon and sports goods manufacturer CCM Hockey have 3D printed the world’s first NHL–certified hockey helmet liner. Produced using Carbon’s proprietary Digital Light Synthesis (DLS) resin process, the Super Tacks X with NEST (Next Evolution Sense Technology) features a digitally printed lattice structure on the inner lining. It is intended to deliver better breathability, comfort, and […]
1 min read Sports Biometrics Conference – THE place for sports scientists, coaches, trainers, and just about everyone… 1 min read The March 2021 edition of the Sports Biometrics Conference included a tremendous mix of content…
You might have heard about the benefits of aerobic exercises and also have been wondering about what an anaerobic exercise is and whether or not it’s beneficial. Earth’s Wisdom today wants to throw light on this topic so that you can make an informed choice. Aerobic exercise is actually any kind of cardiovascular conditioning, also […]
The fitness world has always been split down the middle between those who love to lift and those who love doing cardio. Most people who seek to get in shape choose to either build muscle by lifting weights and training with short, intense workouts, or burn fat by hitting the treadmill and exercising at a […]
High-intensity interval training involves performing an all-out, exhaustive physical effort for a short time followed by a short, sometimes active, recovery. Intervals of aerobic HIIT have been shown to increase VO2max compared to continuous aerobic training, even though HIIT workouts take less time to complete. Furthermore, a 2013 Journal of Strength and Conditioning study found that four weeks of HIIT rowing […]
Quick … What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you read the word “cardio?” Long, slow runs? Hour-long spin classes? You’re definitely not alone in thinking about those, but I’m here to tell you that cardio doesn’t have to mean running on that miserable hamster wheel we call a treadmill. Your girl here […]
WEIGHT LIFTING, also known as resistance training, has been practiced for centuries as a way of building muscular strength. Research shows that resistance training, whether done via bodyweight, resistance bands or machines, dumbbells or free weights, not only helps us build strength, but also improves muscle size and can help counteract age-related muscle loss. More recently it’s become popular among those looking […]
Aerobic exercise increases your stamina As your body becomes more efficient at moving oxygen into the blood where it can be used by the muscles, you’ll feel more energetic, as this efficiency means you use less energy Helps control blood pressure Helps regulate blood sugar Can lower your cholesterol, reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease […]
There is a common belief within the industry of high-performance sport that sports science is relatively new. Well, what if I told you that the origins of sports science can be traced back to ancient Greece where noted physicians Herodicus (5th century BC), Hippocrates (460-370 BC) and Galen (129-210 AD) investigated how exercise could make athletes […]
Obese people who engaged in resistance training were more likely to see reductions in a type of heart fat that has been linked to cardiovascular disease, a new study finds. In the small study, researchers determined that a certain type of heart fat, pericardial adipose tissue, was reduced in patients who did weight lifting, but […]
Whether you’re a novice taking the first steps toward fitness or an exercise fanatic hoping to optimize your results, a well-rounded fitness training program is essential. Include these five elements to create a balanced routine. Aerobic fitness Aerobic activity, also known as cardio or endurance activity, is the cornerstone of most fitness training programs. Aerobic […]