To infinity and beyond: the use of GPS devices within the football codes

James J. Malone; Stephen Barrett; Chris Barnes; Craig Twist; Barry Drust

doi:10.1080/24733938.2019.1679871

To infinity and beyond: the use of GPS devices within the football codes

James J. Malone^*, Stephen Barrett, Chris Barnes, Craig Twist, Barry Drust

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Abstract

The quantification of external load through global positioning systems (GPS) is now commonplace across the different football codes. Despite this acceptance amongst sports science practitioners, confusion still remains around which are the most appropriate metrics to use when monitoring their athletes. In addition, the translation of the message between the data gathered and the athletes and coaches can often be lost. The aim of this commentary is to provide discussion and recommendations when using GPS for athlete monitoring.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	82-84
Number of pages	3
Journal	Science and Medicine in Football
Volume	4
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1080/24733938.2019.1679871
Publication status	Published - 2 Jan 2020

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Keywords

microtechnology
Monitoring
training load

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

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