Smartphone and Tablet Software Apps to Collect Data in Sport and Exercise Settings: Cross-sectional International Survey

Background Advances in smartphone technology have facilitated an increase the number of commercially available and tablet apps that enable collection physiological biomechanical variables typically monitored sport exercise settings. Currently, it is not fully understood whether individuals collect data using mobile devices tablets, independent additional hardware, their practice. Objective This study aims to explore use software by working various settings, such as sports coaching, strength conditioning, personal training. Methods A total 335 practitioners completed electronic questionnaire surveyed current training practices, with a focus on 2 areas: type perceptions reliability validity regarding app use. An 18-item questionnaire, 5-point Likert scale, evaluated perception Results 204 respondents reported directly data, most them (196/335, 58.5%) collecting 41.2% (138/335) at least one evidence-based app. binomial general linear model determined evidence accessibility (β=.35, 95% CI 0.04-0.67; P=.03) was significantly related Age (β=−.03, −0.06 0.00; had significant negative effect Conclusions demonstrates show greater preference for smartphones sprint velocity jump performance variables. When easier access information quality apps, are more likely apps. App developers should seek research validate In addition, provide clear signposting scientific support alternative ways.