Skill Acquisition - Faculty of Sports Science and Recreation

This study compared the riding skills of skilled (Men's Junior, U21) and less-skilled (Men's Youth, U16) mountain bike cyclists during a real trail simulation at Putrajaya Challenge Park, Malaysia. Ten male athletes completed a 3 km course incorporating technical climbing, descending, cornering, braking, and gear-shifting sections while wearing a chest-mounted GoPro camera that provided first-person video recordings for objective skill analysis and coach evaluation. The recorded footage was assessed using a standardized riding skill rubric, while cycling speed was monitored using a Garmin bike computer. Results showed that skilled riders performed significantly better in climbing, descending, braking, and cornering, whereas no significant difference was observed in gear-shifting ability. The findings highlight the value of chest-mounted video analysis as an evidence-based coaching tool that enables objective performance assessment, enhances technical feedback, identifies riding errors, and supports the design of targeted training interventions to accelerate skill acquisition and improve mountain biking performance.

Reference:
Noor, A. A. M., Anuar, H. H., & Hasan, H. (2023, November). Riding Skills Comparison Between Skilled and Less-Skilled Mountain Bike Cyclists. In International Conference on Innovation and Technology in Sports (pp. 33-40). Singapore: Springer Nature Singapore.

MICRO-CREDENTIAL IN INTRODUCTION TO MOTOR LEARNING AND CONTROL

This micro-credential offers a comprehensive introduction to motor learning and control. Students will explore the neural, physical, and behavioral aspects of movement, gaining an understanding of the factors that influence motor abilities and skill development. The course emphasizes applying principles of motor control and learning in practical contexts, enabling students to analyze and enhance performance in various physical activities. It equips learners with the essential knowledge and skills needed to optimize motor learning and improve performance.

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UiTM Micro-Credential Platform About this Module students enrolled Approx. 20 hours to complete What you will learn This micro-credential offers a comprehensive introduction to motor learning and control. Students will explore the neural, physical, and behavioral aspects of movement, gaining an understanding of the factors that i...

Congratulations, Mr Muhamad Safiq, on winning the Best Paper Awards in the ASSB and ICITS Conference 2024, held at the National Sports Institut, Bukit Jalil, Selangor, Malaysia.

Paper Title: Biomechanical Effects of Golf Club Length on Address Position Among Collegiate Golfers
Main /Corresponding Author: Muhamad Safiq Saiful Annur
Co-Authors: Hosni Hasan, Shariman Ismadi Ismail & Muhamad Noor Mohamed

The skill is still there for an ex-elite performer.

20 years on and Wayne Rooney is still that guy…😮‍💨

~JB

“The focus is on creating habits and ensuring these skills are embedded as part of what the riders do.”

Habits and skills become integral parts for performance success... insights from sports psychological perspectives.

“The focus is on creating habits and ensuring these skills are embedded as part of what the riders do.”

Dr Chris Beaumont spoke to Behind Sport about the importance of mental preparation for Team GB cyclists ahead of the first track session in Paris 🇫🇷

https://behindsport.com/how-do-british-cycling-prepare-their-athletes-for-the-olympics/

The ‘environment’ at Olympic Paris 2024 for archery competition. Should this setting be replicated at training ground on home soil and is it necessary to boost athlete competitive adaptation to the game setting? Sometimes, the surface standing conditions (grass/platform, etc), the presence of spectators, heat, etc also can play a factor in giving the best performance during competition.

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Publications from the team members from January - July 2024 and massive congratulations to all authors.