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How to Prevent Injuries in Football with GPS Technology

Written by Otto - Sports Data Innovation S.L | Jan 25, 2024 8:49:49 PM

Injuries are an inevitable part of football, but there are measures that can be taken to reduce the risk of suffering them. GPS technology is a tool that can help individual football players prevent injuries.

Preventing Injuries with GPS Technology in Football

Injuries are an inevitable part of football and sports in general, but there are measures that can be taken to reduce the risk of suffering them. GPS technology is a tool that can help individual football players prevent injuries.


GPS technology can reduce muscle injuries by up to 45%.

How GPS Technology Works

GPS and sports monitoring technology use satellites to collect data on a player's location, speed, and acceleration. This data can be used to analyze training load, technique, intensity, and player performance, among many other metrics.

How GPS Technology Can Help Prevent Injuries

GPS technology can help prevent injuries in several ways:

  • Training Load Monitoring: GPS technology can help players monitor training loads and avoid overtraining. Overtraining can increase the risk of injuries.
  • Technique Analysis: GPS technology can help players identify and correct technical errors that may increase the risk of injuries.
  • Customization of Training:  GPS technology can help players create personalized training plans that reduce the risk of injuries.


Leg placement adds comfort and usability. Additionally, it can be used both indoors and outdoors.

Examples of How OLIVER's GPS Technology Prevents Injuries

OLIVER is a sports performance tracking device that uses GPS technology to help football players prevent injuries. OLIVER offers several features that can help players stay healthy:

  • Injury Risk Index: OLIVER calculates an injury risk index for each player. This index is based on data collected in each training session and match. Thanks to artificial intelligence and data analysis, it predicts when the user is at risk of muscle injury. This can reduce such injuries by up to 45%.
  • Training Videos by Álvaro Molinos: OLIVER provides training videos by Álvaro Molinos, a fitness coach. These videos can help players learn how to perform exercises correctly and avoid injuries. In addition to improving specific metrics such as speed, intensity, and distance covered, it guides users with professional videos to ensure exercises are done correctly, preventing common injuries.
  • Motivation for Physical Fitness: OLIVER uses boosters, XP, challenges, rankings, and more to motivate players to maintain their physical fitness throughout the year. Boosting motivation is one of the ways OLIVER helps users keep playing, training, and improving their fitness.


Maintaining constant motivation helps make workouts more frequent.

GPS technology is a valuable tool that can help individual football players prevent injuries. By using GPS technology to monitor training loads, analyze technique, and customize training, players can reduce their risk of injuries and stay healthy to play football for a more extended period.

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