Utilization of Digital Analytics System in Tracking Swimmers Progress in Real-Time

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the use of digital performance analytics systems in tracking the progress of swimmers in real time at the swimming club, with a primary focus on providing a clear visual overview for athletes and parents and serving as a motivational tool. Using a descriptive case study method with a biomechanical approach, data was collected through a digital platform that recorded performance variables in Age Group (AG) III athletes during integrated training sessions. The results of the study show that the implementation of this system successfully identified the athletes' performance characteristics accurately; the latest performance recorded in the 50m Freestyle event was 31.45 seconds, which is equivalent to the athlete's current personal best time. Supporting data showed a Stroke Per Minute (SPM) of 85.9 and a Heart Rate of 132 bpm, which placed the athlete in the Aerobic zone (63.8%). The conclusion of this study is that the use of digital analytics has proven to be very effective in providing objective visual feedback through trajectory graphs, which facilitates precise technical monitoring and increases athletes' intrinsic motivation through an evidence-based coaching approach.