The statistics that emanated from the Powerade Performance Tracker after the three Tests between the Proteas and Sri Lanka have given valuable insight into the performances of select Proteas player’s to help prepare for the five ODI’s.
After collating all the data after the third Test, it was found that Morne Morkel travelled the furthest covering 132.3 km over the 11 days followed by Dale Steyn, AB De Villiers (77.3km) Jacques Kallis (58.7km) and Graeme Smith (48.3km).
“Distance covered is not the only valuable information we receive through the GPS monitoring technology,” said Rob Walter, Proteas conditioning coach. “We receive loads of valuable data that help us effectively structure our training sessions and plan for the matches and it is the information gathered from the Tests that we have used to work out our plans for the ODI series.
“What this has shown me is that the Powerade Performance Tracker is the way sport is going. Technology is not restricted to effective management of our lives but is proving to effectively manage the way our bodies perform,” said Walter.
The system was developed in 2001 by GPS Sport and is used around the world by many elite clubs across various sporting codes, but recently introduced into cricket by Powerade together with sports analysis company, FIKA Sports Management Systems.
Data is collated and then analyzed to determine players’ fitness and conditioning as well as the physical impact and strain the body experiences during long bouts of strenuous physical activity. It enables teams to ensure that all players are kept in immaculate condition. “This allows for meticulous planning of training sessions based on objective feedback and scientific data, ensuring that the body is never exposed to unnecessary physical strain,” said Walter.
The biometric measuring system includes GPS modules worn by selected Proteas players. This system allows for the live transfer of data such as distance covered, speed, impact, acceleration and heart rate, all of which are critical in monitoring the performance of individual players.
FINAL ACCUMMULATIVE STATS AFTER ALL THREE TESTS:
Dale Steyn Morne Morkel
| RESULTS: FROM ALL STATS | TOTAL | TOTAL |
| DISTANCE WALKED | | 82.5 |
| DISTANCE JOGGED | | 41.9 |
| DISTANCE SPRINTED | | 8.0 |
| TOTAL DISTANCE COVERED | | 132.3 |
AB De Villiers Graeme Smith Jacques Rudolph
| RESULTS: FROM ALL TESTS | TOTAL | TOTAL | TOTAL |
| DISTANCE WALKED | 50.9 | 35.4 | 36.7 |
| DISTANCE JOGGED | 25.3 | 11.6 | 20.8 |
| DISTANCE SPRINTED | 1.1 | 1.3 | 1.2 |
| TOTAL DISTANCE COVERED | 77.3 | 48.3 | 58.7 |
RESULTS AFTER THE FIRST ODI IN PAARL
Dale Steyn Lopsy Tsotsobe
| RESULTS: FIRST ODI PAARL | 1st Innings | 2nd Innings | TOTAL | 1st Innings | 2nd Innings | TOTAL |
| DISTANCE WALKED | 0.1 | 3.6 | 3.7 | 0.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| DISTANCE JOGGED | 0.0 | 2.3 | 2.3 | 0.0 | 3.1 | 3.1 |
| DISTANCE SPRINTED | 0.0 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.0 | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| TOTAL DISTANCE COVERED | 0.1 | 6.3 | 6.4 | 0.0 | 8.3 | 8.3 |
AB De Villiers
| DAY 1 | 1st Innings | 2nd Innings | TOTAL |
| DISTANCE WALKED | 0.5 | 3.1 | 3.6 |
| DISTANCE JOGGED | 0.8 | 2.3 | 3.1 |
| DISTANCE SPRINTED | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.1 |
| TOTAL DISTANCE COVERED | 1.4 | 5.4 | 6.8 |
“To gain a competitive edge in any sport the coach is reliant on a number of factors, the key being the performance of the players,” said Ismail Nanabhay, Senior Brand Manager Sports Drinks, “Through Powerade’s support, the Proteas fitness and conditioning coach, Rob Walter, will be able to monitor and evaluate how each player is performing enabling him to make critical decisions during play.”
The introduction of this biometric technology by the Proteas is significant as South Africa is currently experiencing harsh weather conditions which often change the dynamics of how a team prepares and competes on match day. Durban in particular is challenging on players as it is hot and humid and this tracking can help prevent over training, dehydration and fatigue.
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