Tecnología vestible para evaluar capacidades físicas de fuerza y velocidad de ejecución en deportistas: Revisión Narrativa.

Abstract

This article provides a narrative review on the use of wearable technology to assess the physical capabilities of strength and speed in athletes. The importance of strength and speed in sports performance is emphasized, and it is mentioned that strength training can lead to significant improvements in muscular capacity. Wearable technology has emerged as a crucial tool in athlete training and assessment, but there is a lack of academic research on its implementation and advantages. The methodology used included searching scientific articles in databases using specific search formulas. Inclusion and exclusion criteria were applied to select the most relevant articles, and nine open-access articles were analyzed in depth. The results highlight the potential of wearable technology in sports, including the integration of artificial intelligence and the use of wearable devices for athlete performance analysis. It was found that advances in wearable sensors offer exciting opportunities to collect data on sports performance and improve training programs. However, further research is needed to fully understand the physiological effects and usefulness of certain technologies, such as far-infrared emitting garments. In conclusion, the study highlights the existence of a solid base of scientific information on the use of wearable technology in sports but points out a lack of focus on the assessment of physical capabilities of strength and speed. The importance of generating interdisciplinary research and developing new assessment tools to drive innovation in the sports field is emphasized.