Volume : 11, Issue : 7, JUL 2025

PAST & PRESENT, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION & SPORTS

DR. VASISTHA A. KHODASKAR

Abstract

With time, science and technology have enormously been integrated in physical education and sports which have revolutionised training methodologies, performance analysis and prevention of injuries. Previously, physical education was mainly related to the traditional exercise and empirical knowledge, however, as of now, the advancements in biomechanics, sports physiology and data analytics have contributed to the transformation of the field. Wearable technology, motion tracking system, and artificial intelligence give the ability to precisely monitor performance of athletes, design the thousands of training programs more optimally, and prevent injuries. Additionally, sports medicine, nutrition science and psychological conditioning have made athletes better able to endure, and recover from, activity so we see better performance overall. In the current market, technology to revamp sports continues upon assisting physical education through virtual reality (VR) for training, real time feedback on biometrics and artificial intelligence (AI) driven coaching. Such developments enable customized training systems enabling results as per data driven information for the athletes. Moreover, the digital platforms and online fitness applications have made physical education more accessible, thus encouraging the practice of active lifestyles away from the traditional classroom. It also personalizes athlete development further by integrating genetic profiling to predict the potential of the athlete and his/her likelihoods of injury. The more we advance with science and technology, the better in terms of precision, inclusivity and performance optimization that physical education and sports will become in the future.

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