This book presents recent research on computational intelligence (CI) algorithms in the field
of sport. In the modern age information technologies have greatly reduced the need for human
effort in the carrying out of many daily tasks. These technologies have radically influenced
the lives of humans and the information society in general. Unfortunately these advances have
brought with them certain negative effects including the encouragement of sedentary lifestyles
and the attendant health problems such as obesity that these engender. Other modern maladies
chiefly cardiovascular disease diabetes and cancer have also been on the increase. Today
sports are virtually the only activity that still connects modern humans to their original
lifestyle which was based on physical motion. This book tears familiarizing sports scientists
with the foundations of computational intelligence while at the same time presenting the
problems that have arisen in the training domain to computer scientists. Lastly the book
proposes the use of an Artificial Sports Trainer designed to enhance the training of modern
athletes who cannot afford the considerable expense of hiring a human personal trainer. This
intelligent system can monitor performance and design and direct appropriate future training
thus promoting both healthy lifestyles and competitive success in athletes.
