Fadli Ihsan, Ahmad Nasrulloh, Sigit Nugroho, Rina Yuniana
Background and purpose This article aims to provide an overview of the use of technology in sports training, explore current trends, and highlight future directions in this field. Material and Methods This article examines technology integration's benefits, challenges, and potential in sports training practice through a comprehensive literature analysis. Results This literature review reveals that technology is essential in improving sports training processes and outcomes. Various technological tools and applications have been developed to help coaches analyze athlete performance, monitor physical condition, provide feedback, and make decisions based on objective, real-time data. Conclusion The use of technology in sports training offers promising benefits but also presents challenges. To optimize the use of technology in sports training, adequate training, support, and collaboration between coaches, sports scientists, and technology developers are required. Recent trends include the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms, utilizing big data analytics, and the development of mobile applications for remote training and athlete monitoring. The future of technology use in sports training involves the continuous development of innovative tools and applications, as well as the exploration of new technologies such as augmented reality and blockchain. Future research needs to focus on evaluating the long-term effectiveness and impact of technology-based training interventions, identifying best practices for implementation, and addressing ethical considerations related to data privacy and athlete welfare. © Ihsan F, Nasrulloh A, Nugroho S, Yuniana R. 2025.
Department of Sport Science, Faculty of Sport Science, Yogyakarta State University, Daerah Istimewa, Yogyakarta, 55281, Indonesia
