The paper titled "The Impact of Wearable Technologies on Marginal Gains in Sports Performance: An Integrative Overview on Advances in Sports, Exercise, and Health" presents a comprehensive review of wearable technologies in sports. It aims to provide an integrative overview of how wearable devices contribute to marginal gains in athletic performance.
Purpose: The paper reviews the impact of wearable technologies on sports performance, focusing on how they can lead to marginal gains for athletes and coaches.
Classification of Wearables: The paper categorizes wearable devices into three main types:
Applications: The paper highlights the use of wearables in various aspects of sports performance, including:
Limitations: Discusses the limitations of wearables, such as accuracy, validity, reliability, interpretability, and cost. Despite these challenges, wearable technologies are seen as valuable tools for improving athletic performance.
Future Directions: The paper suggests that wearable technology will continue to evolve, with advancements in sensor technology and AI contributing to more accurate and comprehensive athletic monitoring and sports analytics.
This review ultimately indicates that wearable technologies can significantly enhance sports performance, marking a notable advancement in athletic monitoring and sports science.[1]