Samsung and the University of Michigan Sports and Exercise Science Initiative Team Up to Bring More Advanced Smartwatch Technology to Runners study to provide insights and lessons on sweat loss and VO2 max for runners taking advantage of the features of the Galaxy Watch
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.. and the University of Michigan’s Exercise and Sports Science Initiative (ESSI) have launched a research partnership to explore smartwatch technology to help runners manage their physical activity by providing more reliable and accurate data.
The Michigan Performance Research Laboratory (MiPR), ESSI’s main research laboratory, will oversee an eight-month study that uses the Galaxy Watch series to estimate the VO2 Maximum and sweat loss of the participants during their race. The study will compare the reference data(1) with smartwatch data obtained in indoor (treadmill) and outdoor running tests at different distances, from 2.5 km to 20 km.
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Runners of all levels face sweat loss, dehydration, and heat management, especially during the summer months. Samsung and the University of Michigan hope the study results will further improve smartwatch technology, giving runners more accurate measurements of their exercise parameters.
Samsung partnered with MiPR Lab for this study, given its established relationships within the wearable technology industry and running community, as well as the unique skills of its researchers. Co-PI Adam Lepley, associate director – research; Alexandra DeJong Lempke, associate director – academics; and Ken Kozloff, co-director of ESSI, bring expertise in sports medicine, running injuries and performance, wearable technology, and applied/translational research. The ESSI MiPR Lab has collaborated with the University of Michigan Athletic Department and several professional sports organizations to gain significant insights into wearable technology that can be applied to sports and exercise.
“Samsung is committed to providing more meaningful insights into well-being through our collaborations with industry leaders and academic institutions,” he said. Hon Pak, Vice President and Head of Digital Health Team, MX Business at Samsung Electronics. “We are excited to partner with the University of Michigan Sports and Exercise Sciences Initiative, experts in the fields of fitness and sports health, to provide even more meaningful information to runners who rely on the Galaxy Watch series for their precision and customization. motivation. »
“For the Michigan Performance Research Laboratory, the opportunity to work with Samsung and leverage the advanced sensors and wellness trackers of one of the most popular smartwatches lends additional credibility to our research,” Kozloff said. “It’s exciting to participate in a study that has a positive impact on our community, and we have received an overwhelming response from subjects looking to learn more about themselves and apply their training.” »
Participant registration and data collection are already underway thanks to an enthusiastic response from local runners. “Ann Arbor is home to a strong running community, from community runners to Olympic contenders,” Kozloff says.
The recently launched Samsung Galaxy Watch6 and Galaxy Watch6 Classic feature personalized fitness training, advanced sleep management, and wellness monitoring to help users stay motivated and focused on their goals.(2). For runners, the new Custom Heart Rate Zone(3) feature provides five optimal running intensity levels based on individual settings, allowing you to set goals based on your own abilities. Additionally, Track Run helps runners record their runs on a running track. During a run, Galaxy Watch provides in-depth analysis, including asymmetry, regularity, and ground contact time, to help you better understand your running performance. .
About ESSI
The Exercise and Sports Sciences Initiative supports and develops comprehensive, integrated research and education related to sport, exercise, and human performance throughout the University of Michigan. Through innovative and interdisciplinary projects carried out in the MiPR Lab, ESSI seeks to translate research findings on sport and exercise into communities of all types, ages and abilities. ESSI is an official partner of the Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance and shares its mission to discover the scientific principles of optimal human performance. Learn more at essi.umich.edu.
About MiPR
The Michigan Performance Research Laboratory (MiPR), ESSI’s premier research laboratory, helps elite athletes and everyday exercisers achieve their personal bests. The MiPR team studies the biomechanics and physiology of human movement to optimize function, improve resistance to injury, and ensure lifelong health. Learn more at essi.umich.edu/performance-lab.
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