(a) whether study of Sports-science has been made compulsory in the training-programme
of the sportspersons;
(b) if so, the details thereof ; and
(c) the action taken by the Government in this regard?
(a) whether study of Sports-science has been made compulsory in the training-programme
of the sportspersons;
(b) if so, the details thereof ; and
(c) the action taken by the Government in this regard?
THE MINISTER OF PANCHAYATI RAJ, YOUTH AFFAIRS & SPORTS AND DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH EASTERN REGION
(SHRI MANI SHANKAR AIYAR)
(a) & (b) Yes, Sir. Sports Sciences are an integral part of the training of
sportspersons. Sports Authority of India (SAI) Centres at the National Institute of Sports
(NIS), Patiala and Bangalore have well-established sports science facilities in Sports
Medicine, Sports Psychology, Anthropometry , Bio/Mechanics, Exercise physiology and
training methods which are managed by highly qualified and experienced teams of Sports
Scientists. Besides, the latest fitness equipment and recovery methods facilities are also
available at these centres. The scientific support to National Campers is an essential
part of the system of preparation for international competitions.
(c) Yes, Sir. Scientific support is being provided to National Coaches in the form of
scientific analyses of sportspersons and providing scientific inputs in sports training,
especially in the fields of Sports Medicine, Sports Psychology, Sports Bio/Mechanics, Sports
Physiology and methods of sports training to enhance the performance of athletes. In the
two-year Master of Sports Science with Coaching Course, Research Project are compulsory
along with the theoretical knowledge