Performance Analysis
Performance analysis can be categorised into two main areas.
Technical
- Movement analysis
- Skill execution
- Injury prevention
- Strength and Conditioning interventions
Tactical (Real-time and Post-event analysis)
- Match analysis
- Individual match analysis
- Opposition analysis
- Training analysis
A representation of the coaching process is given below, illustrating the benefits of performance analysis.
Biomechanics
For many sports, techniques can be sub-divided into different movements. How these movements link together is vital. Sports biomechanics is concerned with the cause and effect of movement. As such, it is of particular value to the technical sports - including all the technical track and field events and other sports such as swimming and golf where general principles underpin performance. Biomechanical services are directed at two main areas - sports performance and injury prevention/ rehabilitation.
Biomechanical services can be either qualitative or quantitative in nature. The first involves direct visual observation, usually with the aid of 1 or 2 video cameras, while the latter involves more sophisticated equipment such as high speed cameras, force platforms or other specialist devices.
In both cases, SINI staff work closely with the coach and other members of the support team. The choice of analysis depends on several factors including the aspect(s) of the technique to be analysed, the nature of the event and the level of performance.
