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3 months agoReal-world use of the Sprint Mechanics Assessment Score (S-MAS) in team sports
with @ConnorSchoepp
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The Sprint Mechanics Assessment Score (S-MAS) provides an objective way to evaluate sprint mechanics, addressing a common challenge in sports performance where sprint form can be subjective. Developed by Chris Bramah and colleagues, the 12-question battery focuses on five phases of the sprint cycle, helping practitioners identify mechanical inefficiencies that may lead to performance loss or injury risk.
One of the key benefits of S-MAS is its ability to reveal common mechanical issues, such as excessive lumbar extension and anterior pelvic tilt, which can hinder sprint efficiency and lead to injuries. By addressing these issues, athletes can improve performance and minimize injury risks. The assessment system also highlights other inefficiencies, like excessive plantar flexion, often found in soccer players, which can be corrected through targeted drills.
But is it a practical solution for team sports?
Join Connor Schoepp in this edition of Sportsmith Six to find out by discovering the answers to the questions:
✅ What are the key benefits of using the Sprint Mechanics Assessment Score (S-MAS) in team sports performance?
✅ How is the S-MAS scoring system structured, and what does it reveal about an athlete's sprint mechanics?
✅ What are some common mechanical issues identified by S-MAS, and how do they affect an athlete's performance and injury risk?
✅ Can you take us through what you did with a particular athlete based on their S-MAS score?
✅ What are the key challenges in implementing S-MAS in a team setting, and how can practitioners overcome them?
✅ How do you recommend integrating S-MAS findings into a broader training or rehabilitation program for athletes?
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