SAI conducts workshop for coaches on advanced training

A four-day Sports Science Workshop for SAI coaches in archery and shooting, focussing on biomechanics, pressure management and emotional control, has begun at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex. Secretary (Sports) and Director General, SAI (Sports Authority of India), Hari Ranjan Rao, gave the opening address on Monday, underlining the need to deepen the integration of sports science into daily training.

“Sports science must be used effectively to support athletes, especially in disciplines where marginal gains can make the difference between participation and podium success,” Rao was quoted as saying in a press release from SAI. The workshop for SAI coaches in precision sports follows a series of coach sensitisation workshops, which started off in December last year.

Similar workshops have been held at the SAI Sports Science Division across disciplines like Hockey, Boxing, Wrestling, Judo, Athletics and now Shooting and Archery. “Sports science has a crucial role to play in ensuring efficient training, injury prevention and career longevity, which ultimately reduces the financial burden on athletes and their families,” Rao said.