According to analysts, the sports technology market will reach $42 billion by 2026, so well-known
In Russia, the place of Western companies that left the marketoccupy new solutions of domestic manufacturers. IT companies such as Sportsoft develop digital systems for sports organizations. Despite the sanctions, the active digitalization of sports in the country continues, including thanks to government initiatives. The Ministry of Sports plans to connect all sports institutions to the state information system "Physical Culture and Sports".
New digital tools help analyzepeople's sports activity and keep statistics in order to personalize the service in the future. The advantage of using smart technologies is not only in interactivity. Event organizers can get the maximum occupancy of the facility, while sports grounds become as comfortable as possible for practicing any kind of sports.
What does the Russian market of sports technologies offer?
Various technologies are used in sports,including AI-based decision support systems, injury prevention and recovery systems using real-time sports performance analysis, wearable devices and sensors, VR and AR. The most promising technologies in the field of sports, according to research by the National Research University Higher School of Economics, are decision support systems, 5G and virtual reality.
Smart sports fields
The sanctions partly helped the sports industry,since the money allocated for holding world competitions is now redirected to the development of sports in the regions. Smart sports grounds are opening all over the country, which solve several problems at once. They are equipped with high-speed Internet, sound alerts, the sports facility is controlled automatically, and data is collected and analyzed based on AI. Sports activities are becoming more interactive and amateurs can track their results.
Online booking systems
Online booking systems for sports grounds,such as SportGate help you set filters and find a convenient place and time for training in the largest cities of Russia. The technology, which the company plans to introduce in 2023, is similar to a sports tinder: algorithms will help the user select teammates and rivals depending on the individual parameters and characteristics set by the application user.
Sports simulators and trainers
VR systems bring daily training to a new level.level: users can run through nature reserves, mountains or go kayaking without leaving the gym. VR tools help athletes with post-match analysis, rehabilitation and skill development.
How sports technology will change in Russia
Technology makes it possible to improve sportsresults and record them have a positive impact on the development of the fitness industry, so innovation is of interest to both equipment manufacturers and creators of digital systems.
The tools to controlall the processes of the body that occur during sports. Mobile applications that analyze the work of the heart, respiratory and cardiovascular systems are already available, and in the future they can reach a new level by offering new functions. Artificial intelligence acts as a decision-making tool and can replace coaches in the future. Finally, speaking of digital systems, smart sports facilities will be developed in Russia that will make the training experience personalized and more effective.
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