Technology in Sport and Physical Activity

How has technology contributed to the improvement of performance in physical activity and sport?

• By providing better nutrition

• By offering advanced training equipment and techniques

• By increasing the number of sports events

• By reducing the need for physical activity

Which of the following is an example of assistive technology that helps people with disabilities participate in sports?

• Smartwatches

• Virtual reality headsets

• Prosthetic limbs

• Fitness apps

How have gaming platforms increased participation in physical activity?

• By providing virtual sports experiences

• By reducing the need for physical activity

• By offering nutritional advice

• By organising more sports events

Which technology is commonly used to analyse an athlete's performance in real-time?

• Heart rate monitors

• Fitness magazines

• Sports drinks

• Running shoes

What is one way that technology has enhanced the enjoyment of sports for spectators?

• By reducing ticket prices

• By providing instant replays and slow-motion analysis

• By limiting the number of spectators

• By shortening the duration of games

Which of the following technologies is used to improve the accuracy of officiating in sports?

• Fitness trackers

• Video assistant referee (VAR) systems

• Sportswear

• Nutrition supplements

How has wearable technology influenced physical activity?

• By making it more expensive

• By providing data on physical performance and health metrics

• By reducing the need for exercise

• By making sports less competitive

What role does technology play in the rehabilitation of injured athletes?

• It delays the recovery process

• It provides advanced medical treatments and monitoring

• It discourages athletes from returning to sports

• It increases the risk of re-injury

Which of the following is a benefit of using virtual reality (VR) in sports training?

• It reduces the need for physical coaches

• It allows athletes to practice in a simulated environment

• It makes sports more expensive

• It decreases the accuracy of training

How has technology made sports more accessible to people with disabilities?

• By providing specialised equipment and devices

• By reducing the number of sports available

• By increasing the cost of participation

• By limiting the types of sports they can play