Introduction to Sport Science workshop

Kent Sports Development Unit, in partnership with the University of Greenwich, University of Kent and Canterbury Christ Church University, recently delivered an introductory workshop to Sport Science and the benefits to sports performers and coaches.

In attendance at the workshop were coaches, performers and parents who were interested in finding out more about how sport science can be used to improve the performance of sports people at all levels.

The workshop included:

• An overview of areas within Sport Science (Biomechanics, Physiology, Psychology & Nutrition) and how these can be incorporated into training programmes
• Case studies on sports performers who are benefiting from sport science support programme
• A tour of the sport science laboratories within the universities at Medway
• An opportunity to discuss sport specific requirements with University staff involved in delivering sport science programmes

Future plans include delivery of further workshops focused on specific areas within sport science.

The presentations are available for you to download below:

Introduction to Sports Science (pdf)

Sports Psychology (pdf)

Nutrition (pdf)

Physiology (pdf)

Biomechanics (pdf)

Sports Science Support (pdf)