Kategorie: Sport
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National recommendations for physical activity More exercise, more fun, more togetherness
Sports scientists at FAU revise national recommendations for physical activity and the promotion of physical activity Erlangen-Nuremberg/Germany, February 27, 2025. How and how often should we exercise to stay healthy? And how can physical activity be promoted institutionally? These are the central questions of the national physical activity recommendations, which are being revised by experts…
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Official match data in the journal ‘Scientific Data’
Institute of Training Science and Sports Informatics provides position and event data from German professional football for the first time in cooperation with the DFL Deutsche Fußball Liga Cologne/Germany, February 13, 2025. Until now, many scientists and coaches have had to rely on video footage for their match analyses in professional football in order to…
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Real-time feedback How recreational skiers can learn from professionals using innovative technology
Alpine skiing is a popular sport in many countries. The sport offers considerable touristic, economic and health benefits, but is also associated with a high risk of accidents. Together with partners, Salzburg Research has developed and tested a method for assessing the quality of skiing. It should help skiers to analyse their skiing technique and…
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New algorithm improves jump recognition in skiing and winter sports
Researchers at Salzburg Research, in collaboration with the Red Bull Athlete Performance Center, have developed a simple but highly effective algorithm to recognise ‘big air’ jumps and various other types of jump in skiing automatically and in real time. This new method could improve training and performance assessment in many sports, both professional and recreational.…
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Sport in winter Why exercise is so effective now and also benefits your social life
Whether it’s ice skating, indoor swimming, jogging or even cycling. Sport in winter is a huge investment. For your well-being, your body and your social life. Riedlingen/Germany, January 6, 2025 Especially after the Christmas period, when there were often cosy hours, it is often difficult to get out into the cold, rain and fresh air…
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Cause of the yo-yo effect deciphered
Researchers at ETH Zurich have discovered a mechanism behind the yo-yo effect: fat cells have a memory based on epigenetics. Zurich, November 18, 2024 Anyone who has put on a few extra kilos and tried dieting is familiar with the phenomenon: the pounds tumble off, but after a few weeks they are back again. The…