Athlete and Performance Monitoring

This module will provide students with the theorical framework and practically applied labs for monitoring and testing of athletes, both in the field and labs.

1. Explain the theory behind testing and monitoring of athletes

2. Devise and construct a database to collect and analyse data, including training load data

3. Present and interpret data to a non-expert (e.g. coach/athlete)

4. Critically evaluate practical field and lab-based sessions

5. Formulate and design strategies for optimising performance.

6. Critically describe and analyse integration of performance monitoring into sport to enhance sporting performance