Conceptualising a systems thinking perspective in sport studies

Vermeulen, Euodia; Grobbelaar, Sara S.; Botha, Adéle

doi:10.1080/1463922x.2020.1788662

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“…Likewise, it is also possible that VFT shoes diminish the muscular pain and injury probability after intense sessions. In fact, principal improvements in running shoes are usually linked to the diminution of injuries (Sailors, 2009;Vermeulen et al, 2021). At this respect prominent Spanish international athletes report that they experienced faster muscular recoveries after intense training sessions and competitions and have suffered fewer injuries since they started using VFT (Jiménez, 2020).…”

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Why disruptive sport competition technologies are used by amateur athletes? An analysis of Nike Vaporfly shoes

Andrés-Sanchez¹,

Torres-Burgos²,

Arias-Oliva³

2023

J. Sport Health Res.

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Objectives: The Vaporfly tech by Nike (VFT) for road running shoes has supposed a disruption in distance running shoes. Academic research suggests that VFT improves performance, at least, in elite and sub-elite athletes. This paper assesses empirically factors influencing the acceptance of disruptive competition technologies, focusing on the perceptions about the VFT shoes by amateur athletes. Material and methods: We analyse a survey over 252 Spanish amateur athletes. Our research uses Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT), including ethical awareness of athlete that is measured by means of their judgement on moral equity (ME), and athlete income. Results: The proposed model explains almost half of the intention to use (IU) disruptive technologies by athletes in all regressions. Significant influential factors on IU are Easiness to Use (EU), Performance Expectancy (PE), perception on ME and Income level of the athlete. Surprisingly, Social Influence (SI) has a weak influence on the IU. Structural equation model fitted by means of partial least squares leads to similar results than Poisson regression. Discussion: This paper applies a theoretical framework that combines findings in consumer behaviour (UTAUT model) and moral equity dimension of a multiple ethical scale to explain intention to use VFT. Of course, proposed methodology can be used to evaluate a disruptive tech within the context of any other sport. Conclusions: These findings have important implications in the sport industry. As we expected and also has shown by reviewed literature linked to sport tech, conventional UTAUT has been revealed useful theoretical framework to explain the acceptance of disruptive sport competitive techs. But, in addition, ethical aspects also should be considered in their development.

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Section: Variables In the Studymentioning

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Why disruptive sport competition technologies are used by amateur athletes? An analysis of Nike Vaporfly shoes

Andrés-Sanchez¹,

Torres-Burgos²,

Arias-Oliva³

2023

J. Sport Health Res.

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“…The prototype was presented in Hulme et al (2017a), as part of the sport and recreation thematic issue of the Theoretical Issues in Ergonomics Science journal. Vermeulen, Grobbelaar, and Botha (2020) presented two tools situated in a systems thinking perspective to address running-related overuse injuries, namely the ice-berg model with an embedded web of determinants, and facilitation of a problem (and intervention) definition by re-articulating the generic system archetypes in a sport context. McLean et al (2019) showed how to effectively use system archetypes to identify systemic factors that contribute to issues in football coaching, in turn also identifying leverage points for long-term change to improve coaching practices.…”

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“…This article contributes a quantitative development from the qualitative systems thinking perspective presented earlier in Vermeulen, Grobbelaar, and Botha (2020), by describing and testing a closed-loop, dynamic hypothesis of injury development through a causal loop diagram and a hybrid simulation model of the runner as a complex adaptive system (henceforth referred to as the runner) in a proof-of-concept format. Essentially, the earlier work in Vermeulen, Grobbelaar, and Botha (2020) may be considered as part of the qualitative groundwork for the simulation model presented in this article. The objective of the article is to provide a theoretical and practical foundation from which closed-loop thinking may be developed to augment scientific studies.…”

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Computational modelling in sport: a hybrid simulation of the runner as a complex adaptive system

Vermeulen

Grobbelaar

Botha

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Theoretical Issues in Ergonomics Science

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Running-related injuries, specifically overuse injuries, are complex and multifaceted. A different way of thinking is required to fully comprehend why, and how, these injuries occur. The systems thinking perspective offers tools and techniques to capture system-wide interactions in causal, closed-loop structures which may be studied and quantified in a practical way. The value of systems thinking in sport may only realise when pragmatic models follow descriptive, qualitative models. This article instantiates a qualitative, systems thinking perspective of the runner as a complex adaptive system with a hybrid simulation model. The approach is substantiated with principles from physics and physiology and is partially driven by data from a running watch. Results demonstrate that the scientific, reductionist method may be augmented with dynamic, closed-loop thinking and simulation modelling.

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Exploring the landscape of system dynamics archetypes: A systematic review

Sánchez

2024

Syst Res Behav Sci

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System dynamic archetypes reflect common problematic behaviours that occur in the real world. The high level of abstraction embodied in these archetypes is both promising and daunting. Identifying relevant archetypes for real‐world problems is not a straightforward task. In this work, we aim to provide a comprehensive background for understanding current knowledge on the application of system archetypes. The methodology is based on a systematic literature review. Most of the works contribute with prescriptive models that address problems in specific areas. These models generally tackle complex problems where social, environmental and political issues converge. The unit of analysis encompasses geographical units, organizations and artefacts. The steps followed in the development are described with different level of detail. Stakeholders' participation is typically integrated into the development process. Some reported problems are that archetypes could induce a hypothesis that does not include all relevant factors; some participants may have difficulty in understanding the models; confidence in results, difficulty of having data to configure all the variables; and the cost burden for small enterprises.

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Conceptualising a systems thinking perspective in sport studies

Cited by 4 publications

References 42 publications

Why disruptive sport competition technologies are used by amateur athletes? An analysis of Nike Vaporfly shoes

Why disruptive sport competition technologies are used by amateur athletes? An analysis of Nike Vaporfly shoes

Computational modelling in sport: a hybrid simulation of the runner as a complex adaptive system

Exploring the landscape of system dynamics archetypes: A systematic review

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