Effect of Augmented Feedback on Performance: Past, Present, and Potential Applications for Developing Repeated Sprint Ability.
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Repeated Sprint Ability, Feedback , change of direction, SprintAbstract
Repeated sprint ability (RSA) is a training modality for athletes participating in team sports, where sprints lasting less than 10 seconds are typical. This review examines the impact of augmented feedback (AugFb) on performance, highlighting its role in motor learning and the mechanisms that underpin its effectiveness. Unlike intrinsic feedback, AugFb positively influences skill execution by enhancing motivation and attentional focus. The findings reveal that the type, timing, and frequency of feedback, whether knowledge of performance (KP) or knowledge of results (KR), are critical for enhancing performance outcomes. Age-related differences significantly affect RSA, with children and adolescents demonstrating faster recovery from repeated sprints than adults, attributed to a greater reliance on oxidative metabolism. The review emphasises the need for targeted training interventions that distinguish between linear sprinting and change of direction (COD) skills crucial for competitive environments. Continued research is vital for refining training programmes and enhancing athletic performance while addressing athletes' unique developmental needs across different age groups.
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