Autorentext

Jacob Bustad is an associate professor in the Department of Kinesiology at Towson University, USA. His primary research and teaching interests are in the fields of sport management, physical cultural studies, the sociology of sport, and urban studies.

Gashaw Abeza is an associate professor in the Department of Kinesiology at Towson University, USA. His research interest is in marketing communication, particularly digital media in the context of sport.

Klappentext

This book critically examines the transformative intersection of technology with sport and recreation, revealing how technological innovations reshape performance, participation, community engagement, and sustainability.

Inhalt

1. Technology, Sport, and Recreation: A Conceptual Framework, Part I: Technology and Performance Enhancement, 2. Wearable Technology and Personal Fitness, 3. Gamification of Fitness and Training, 4. Sports Analytics and Data-driven Performance, Part II: Emerging Technologies and Virtual Experiences, 5. Artificial Intelligence in Sports and Recreation, 6. Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality in Sport, 7. Esports and Digital Technology, 8. Digital Transformation of Traditional Sports, 9. Sport Tech Startups and Innovation, Part III: Social and Community Engagement in Digital Spaces, 10. Digital Communities in Sport, 11. Technology in Adaptive Sport and Recreation, Part IV: Technology and Built and Natural Environments, 12. Technology, Sport Venues and Event Management, 13. Technology and Sustainability in Sport and Recreation, Part V: Conclusion, 14. A Reflection on Technology, Sport, and Recreation Framework