Sports Performance Training & Conditioning

“Elite Equipment for the Elite Athlete”

By Anthony DeLuca

GOALS1. To expand even further knowledge onto the world of

athletic performance training

2. To use constantly evolving technology in order to make our bodies perform at an even higher level

3. To introduce new, breakthrough software and equipment in the world of sports and fitness

TECH:UWATERG4

#1

The World's Smallest 100% Waterproof MP3 & Earphones.

UWaterG4 Weighs less than an ounce Holds 4G of data (1,000-1,200 songs) Guaranteed for up to 10 feet underwater Built-in high performance Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery Attach it to eye goggles for lap swims or an armband for other

water activities. The earplugs are equipped with a 36-inch red cord and a twist-

and-lock jack that keeps out water. Lets swimmers and water athletes get in the “zone” when

training at the highest level possible.

Price: $100.00http://www.gearedtobefit.com/pd-uwaterg4-blue.cfm

EQUIPMENT: BOD POD

#2

The world’s best tool for measuring and tracking lean body mass

Find out how many calories your body burns during the day

The BOD POD is a computerized, egg-shaped chamber.

Uses the same whole-body measurement principle as underwater weighing

Measures a subject's mass and volume, from which their whole-body density is determined.

Using these data, body fat and lean muscle mass can then be calculated.

Crucial tool for athletes. http://www.cosmed.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1364&Itemid=420

Prices vary, appointments can be made at

SOFTWARE & EQUIPMENT:KINEMATIC

MEASUREMENT SYSTEM

#3

KMS - A computerized system for testing and training athletes and clients

An inexpensive yet powerful tool for clinical assessment and rehabilitation. 

Based on millisecond timing of events using light switches and contact mats.

KMS can be used to measure the following in athletes: 1. agility 2. anaerobic power 3. cutting speed 4. sprint speed 5. jump height and power 6. contact time 7. foot speed8. gait timings 9. interval training 10. functional capacity etc.. 

http://www.fittech.com.au/products/kms.aspPrice= free software trial download

APPLICATION: BIODIGITAL

HUMAN

#4

What is BioDigital Human?

A better way to understand health and the human body.

Is an interactive Web-based platformIs a virtual 3D body that brings to life thousands

of medically accurate anatomy objects and health conditions

"the virtual body as the health education equivalent of Google Maps"

PURPOSE

FOR EDUCATION The BioDigital Human gives athletes and trainers powerful tools

for learning anatomy, conditions, and treatments.

FOR PROVIDERS To improve quality of care and to lower costs, patients/clients

need to better understand their health.

FOR BUSINESS The BioDigital Human Platform provides a cost-effective, cutting-

edge way for, not only trainers and athletes, but pharmacy, medical device sales teams, marketers, and providers to connect with each other and engage with your products.

BIO DIGITAL HUMAN

https://www.biodigitalhuman.com/home/

Can be found here…

COST= FREE

Equipment:Hyperwear Steelbell

#5

The SteelBell is constructed from extra-thick neoprene with a super texture surface for grip improvement.

• The steel shot inside the SteelBell moves around in the bag faster than sand, which increases the instability and grip characteristics as you try to hold and move the SteelBell during exercise.

• The SteelBell engages and moves with you, acting as a "live weight."

• SteelBell training is tough, intense and unique.

• Perfect for strength and conditioning programs, personal trainers and athletes at the highest levels

$ Price depends on weight $ - 25 lb SteelBell = $84.99 - 50 lb SteelBell = $149.99

https://www.onnit.com/hyperwear-steelbell/#overview

CONCLUSIONThis equipment & software are all extremely useful and aim to expand

our knowledge of athletic, performance based training.

1) UWaterG4 – underwater mp3 player

2) BodPod – egg shaped chamber, measures body density/fat

3) Kinematic Measurement System (KMS) - A computerized system for testing and training athletes and patients

4) BioDigitalHuman – an interactive, virtual, 3D human body that brings to life thousands of medically accurate anatomy objects and health conditions

5) Hyperwear SteelBell – training ball constructed from extra-thick neoprene with a super texture surface for grip improvement for intense workouts

With this equipment, we can improve on making our bodies perform at an even higher, more proficient level