Have you tried our AI-Enabled Skeleton Tracking?
This cutting-edge technology automatically detects and tracks the movements of athletes in your videos, overlaying a visual representation of their body structure.
You can then use this overlay with all the other powerful CoachNow analysis tools at your disposal.
Because, as you’ve heard me say before, the entire point of our analysis suite is to enhance your communication. Specifically, this tool will give you that extra layer of precision needed for advanced micro movements/ form.
And on top of all that… It looks super cool.
With that out of the way, let’s dive in.
SEE IT IN ACTION
First, let’s go over some examples, showcasing the feature in a variety of settings.
Check out this video of a Golf Swing:
- Notice how quickly the algorithm finds the skeleton. This is done 100% automatically, you just have to tap the stick figure icon in the top left corner.
- Each side of the body is color-coded, so you always know left from right. This helps you keep track of each limb, even when they overlap.
Here’s one of a Baseball Pitch:
- Again, look at how well it tracks each side, even when the athlete is standing sideways. With this feature, you can track each arm and leg THROUGH the body.
Here’s a functional Movement/ stretch:
- The athlete's torso is represented with dotted lines. This helps you keep track of your center of gravity at all times. Again, even when his arms overlap, the tracking stays intact.
And, lastly, here’s an athlete showcasing his bouldering skills:
- Here you can see the effectiveness of the tracking, even when the camera is behind the athlete. This feature works automatically, regardless of the shooting angle.
Why is Skeleton Tracking Important?
Conveying complex movements and techniques can be difficult.
Sometimes, it’s really hard for your coach to get their point across by simply describing what they’re seeing on a screen. It can be easy for you to misunderstand their feedback on your videos, especially when you’re apart.
Skeleton Tracking can be super helpful to help bridge that gap.
With this feature, they can visually highlight specific body parts and your movements during intricate athletic maneuvers.
This visual feedback, especially when coupled with a voice-over or annotation, empowers you to better interpret coaching instructions. And it gives you a deeper understanding of how you body should move.
Don’t get me wrong - this is NOT a silver bullet.
It’s simply another tool for your arsenal. One that can help you and your coach get your points across with more clarity and precision.
Because precision the FIRST time can save you tons of time in the long run.
Give it a Try
Ready to start using this feature? Here’s how:
- Upload Your Video: Choose a video of you performing a movement or technique that you wish to analyze.
- Activate Skeleton Tracking: Within the analysis window, select the video and enable the AI-Enabled Skeleton Tracking feature (see image below). Our intelligent algorithms will then analyze the video and generate the skeletal overlay.
- Visualize and Provide Feedback: Once the skeletal overlay is generated, you can observe your movements more precisely. And, importantly, you can use the rest of the tools in CoachNow to give a detailed analysis. Use the skeleton to emphasize specific body parts or patterns that require more attention or improvement.
- Post your analysis like any other.
AI-Enabled Skeleton Tracking represents a significant advancement in coach-athlete communication.
Whether you’re using this feature on your own or with a coach, being able to visually demonstrate and communicate movement techniques enhances your learning experience and drives performance improvement.
With this feature, we are laying a foundation for future iterations, which will offer even more in-depth insights and data.
At CoachNow, we’re committed to continuously innovating and empowering coaches with cutting-edge technology.
Stay tuned to hear about more exciting features in the months to come.