On Your Mark, Get Set, Go! Data Scientists Making Platforms for Your Exercise Data

Explore the intersection of data science and fitness in this 51-minute talk by Ioannis Kosmidis from the Alan Turing Institute. Discover how wearable GPS and motion-tracking devices have revolutionized running, cycling, and swimming by generating vast amounts of diverse data. Learn about trackeRapp, an open-source, customizable web platform designed to help athletes and fitness enthusiasts manage their activity data effectively. Understand how this innovative tool, born from research with Olympic sports teams, can be used to analyze the impact of fitness and fatigue on athletic performance. Gain insights into the complex process of tracking and utilizing exercise data to improve well-being and athletic activities for both recreational and professional purposes.