The new challenge in elite sport will be balancing technological progress with sports integrity.

Autor: Oliveira, Géssyca Tolomeu de, Ferreira, Renato Melo, Soares, Everton Rocha, Simim, Mário Antônio de Moura, Marocolo, Moacir
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Zdroj: Journal of Applied Physiology; Sep2024, Vol. 137 Issue 3, p663-664, 2p
Abstrakt: The article discusses the challenges of balancing technological advancements with sports integrity in elite sports, particularly in swimming. It highlights the evolution of technology in swimming, from advanced suits to camera systems, and how these advancements have reshaped the sport. While technology has improved timing and provided valuable data for athletes, it also raises concerns about athletes becoming overly reliant on devices and compromising their ability to interpret internal cues and adapt to real-time conditions. The article emphasizes the need for careful regulations to control the use of technology in competitions to maintain sports integrity and ensure equal access to technologies among athletes. [Extracted from the article]
Databáze: Complementary Index