3.2 Contemporary issues in physical activity and sport

4 benefits of tech for elite sport (example for each)

improved performance - better training and recovery

increased access - all weather pitches for all year round

increased safety - better equipment

increased accuracy - officiating

advantages of technology on participation

increased access - disabilities

enjoyment due to safer equipment

better facilities allow increased opportunities

monitor exercise through apps - increase motivation

disadvantages of technology on participation

expensive so not everyone can access technology

other technology, such as video games, reduce physical participation as individuals are preoccupied

advantages of technology on fairer outcomes

improved doping detection

more accurate decisions to reduce human error

better timing devices

catch foul play

disadvantages of technology on fairer outcomes

limited to professionals due to cost

not all sports have access

officials may face scrutiny due to mistakes

unable to keep up with new doping technology

interrupts flow of game

advantages of technology on entertainment

camera angles allow better viewing experience

action replays highlight exciting plays

pundits can add info to viewers

game analysis provides stats for viewers to compare/look at

disadvantages of technology on entertainment

disrupt flow of game and irritate viewers

decrease number of live attendance

increase game length due to referrals

may not agree with punditry