In this episode of the Healthy Youth Sports Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Thayne Munce to discuss a groundbreaking applied sports science research study titled "Beyond the Turf: Data-Driven Athlete Health." Dr. Munce and his team are utilizing innovative FieldTurf technology to collect real-time data from high school football players, providing actionable insights for coaches and athletes while gathering millions of deidentified data points.

Through the SmartTeam project, this "living laboratory" model is already proving its value by shedding light on athletic performance, injury risks, and how data-driven approaches can improve athlete safety and well-being. Though still in its pilot phase, the study has shown tremendous promise for broader application in sports settings.

Tune in to explore how the future of sports science is taking shape on the field and how data can revolutionize athlete health management.

Perfect for coaches, athletes, and anyone interested in the intersection of technology and sports performance!

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