Disa L. Hatfield, PhDUniversity of Rhode Island

What is technology?

Origin Greek technologia systematic treatment of an art

Miriam-Webster the practical application of knowledge,

especially in a particular area

PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Golden Rules of integrating technology

Strength and ConditioningFitness and HealthAthletic Performance

Safety Performance

Forgotten exercise scienceDiscuss new technology

1. Safety2. Cost effective3. Time effective4. Does it work (valid)

Physiology Research

5. Will it work (Applicability) Anecdotal evidence

Evaluate on an individual basis Age Training status Physiological demands of their sport

▪ Life is a sport!

Which ones are most important to you?

Real time measurements: Force Power VJ height

Safety

Cost effective

Time effective

Valid

Applicable

The role of research Methods of training are continually

evolving

“Brees also makes sure to workout nearly every day on the TRX, a Navy SEAL–designed nylon-strap suspension system. Brees feels that putting his body weight against gravity gives the muscles more functionally than any dumbbell could provide. This certainly had an impact on Brees' throwing mechanics, as he became one of the most accurate quarterbacks in pro football.” muscleprodigy.com

STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING

Safety

Cost effective

Time effective

Valid

Applicable

FITNESS AND HEALTH

Safety

Cost effective

Time effective

Valid

Applicable

TRIALS

Foam Rolling Full body 30 seconds per muscle

group

Light planking 30 seconds per muscle

group Similar positions as foam

rolling

VARIABLES

Muscle Soreness Fatigue Perceived Exertion

Isometric Squat 40 Yard Sprint Pro Agility Test Vertical Jump

Performance did not differ between trials

• Develop metabolic-specific Obesity Treatment plans

• Patients achieve and sustain meaningful weight loss

• Easy to implement into all practice sizes

• Reimbursable, cost effective solution

• Significant differences in results between the two devices

• Significant differences in results between the BodyGem and metabolic cart units

• Not tested on clinical population• It does give better results

compared to the Douglas Bag method

Safety

Cost effective

Time effective

Valid

Applicable

Safety

Cost effective

Time effective

Valid

Applicable

Similar to Fitbug device, but includes a camera

Multidimensional Interaction with others at dinner table Time spent eating Time spent watching T.V.

May give better feedback on behavior

Still in research phase

Copyright restrictions may apply.

Madsen, K. A. et al. Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med 2007;161:105-b-107-b.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6LvBk1N0fXQ&feature=email

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=BDDyxXyf6UU

Safety

Cost effective

Time effective

Valid

Applicable

May positively affect immune system 9 Female

kayakers 2 training cycles

▪ 2 cryo sessions/day▪ Without cryo

Increase in AntiOx markers

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNS1evhiwyI

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OConnor, et al. December 2011.

Banning technology doesn’t always have a negative effect on performance high spin golf-club

grooves banned in Players employed

more cautious strategies

McFall and Treme, September 2011.

Safety

Cost effective

Time effective

Valid

Applicable

Suunto Speed/ Distance Altitude/Diving VO2 /Energy

consumption

Past investigations Golf Pedi-cab cyclists Ice hockey players

Safety

Cost effective

Time effective

Valid

Applicable

Safety

Cost effective

Time effective

Valid

Applicable

Evaluate new technology on an individual/specific situation basis What works for some, may not work for

others! Don’t forget our tried and true

methods HR monitors Face-to-face training and counseling

Stay connected professionally and academically

Thank You! Safety

Cost effective

Time effective

Valid

Applicable