A wearable inertial device based on biomechanical parameters for sports performance analysis in race-walking: preliminary results

In this work we will show some preliminary results on the use of a wearable inertial system for assessment of performances and infringements in race–walking. The proposed system is composed by two parts, one for measurement and one for management purposes. The management unit is based on biomechanical–based parameters for evaluating performances and infringements. The preliminary experimental results are promising towards the use of this system in real field training and competition scenarios, to respectively assist coaches and judges.