Research
Filming athlete technique in the S&C gym for research.
The AIS Strength and Conditioning discipline has a number of in-house research projects. They are:
- "Developing Trunk, Hip and Pelvic Postural Endurance Contributes to Improved Rowing Technique"
Intervention based study looking at how AIS strength and conditioning practices influence mechanical efficiency of rowing technique. The purpose of the study is to devise and implement a standardised protocol which assesses rowing related dry-land mechanical qualities, and therefore, serves to clarify programming needs.
- "Monitoring power development in elite junior female basketball players"
Ongoing research into the development of power and jumping capacity of elite junior female basketball players and the influence of strength and conditioning programs on these capacities. This study will also address how training load and injury occurrence influence power development in these athletes.
- "An assessment of the use of delayed video feedback on the acquisition and mastering of technique in the Strength and Conditioning environment."
Intervention based study to assess the efficacy of a delayed video feedback system for skill acquisition in the Strength and Conditioning setting. This study will help identify individual athlete learning styles and provide information which allows Strength and Conditioning coaches to adapt their coaching techniques to the individual athlete to facilitate more optimal learning, as well as enhance their own coaching experience. This study will directly measure the influence of various feedback mechanisms of the acquisition and advancement of skill in the Strength and Conditioning setting.
