{"id":423935,"date":"2020-03-23T08:56:14","date_gmt":"2020-03-23T15:56:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/?p=423935"},"modified":"2020-03-27T15:27:03","modified_gmt":"2020-03-27T22:27:03","slug":"introducing-finis-lanevision-the-worlds-first-ai-computer-vision-swim-training-technology","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/introducing-finis-lanevision-the-worlds-first-ai-computer-vision-swim-training-technology\/","title":{"rendered":"Introducing FINIS LaneVision: The World\u2019s First AI & Computer Vision Swim Training Technology"},"content":{"rendered":"

Aspiricx team \u2013 including Olympic champion Natalie Coughlin \u2013 makes the world\u2019s most advanced training technology available to swimmers of all levels<\/em><\/p>\n

Aspiricx<\/a> \u2013 an artificial intelligence (AI) company with a mission to help swimmers reach their full potential \u2013 today introduces FINIS LaneVision<\/strong><\/a>, the world\u2019s first AI-powered performance tracker to help swimmers improve their technique.<\/p>\n

The Aspiricx team is a unique blend of people with a passion for technology (AI, computer vision, data science, etc.) and for swimming. Natalie Coughlin<\/strong>, a 12-time Olympic medalist and 20-time World Championship medalist, holds the title of chief aspirer; her role is to bridge the gap between the two worlds and introduce all swimmers to technology that can help them improve their technique and times.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe aim to provide tools for swimmers aspiring to reach their greatest potential, and we recognize that in our immediate climate, it may be difficult for them to get into the pool with their teams to train,\u201d said Kannan Dorairaj<\/strong>, CEO and founder of Aspiricx. \u201cFINIS LaneVision allows swimmers and coaches to remotely analyze existing video for continued progress no matter the circumstance. We believe our solution can help swimmers stay focused on their sport and find ways to train even in the midst of unexpected downtime.<\/p>\n

\u201cPreviously, advanced swim training technology was only available to world-class swimmers like Natalie,\u201d continued Dorairaj. \u201cMost swimmers had to rely on a single training tool \u2013 a stopwatch.\u201d<\/p>\n

Video analysis in swimming has been plagued by inefficient technology and expensive equipment; FINIS LaneVision not only brings a new level of technology to the sport, it does it through a simple-to-use phone app.<\/p>\n

Parents or coaches use the FINIS LaneVision<\/a> app to record a swimmer\u2019s practice laps \u2013 it\u2019s as simple as recording a video; existing video of a swimmer can also be used. The app allows users to accurately record and break down data \u2013 without using any sensors. After the user records the swimmer through the app, FINIS LaneVision provides in-depth data taken from the recording \u2013 including stroke rate, distance per stroke, real-time velocity, underwater velocity, turn times and splits. Coaches can use that data to help swimmers refine their technique and meet their goals, whether it’s a competitive swimmer trying to shave a couple tenths of a second off their time or a beginner looking to become more efficient.<\/p>\n

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The app allows users to accurately record and break down data \u2013 without using any sensors.<\/p><\/div>\n

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LaneVision provides in-depth data taken from the recording \u2013 including stroke rate, distance per stroke, real-time velocity, underwater velocity, turn times and splits.<\/p><\/div>\n

\u201cOur goal at FINIS is to simplify the sport of swimming for athletes and coaches at every level,\u201d said John Mix<\/strong>, co-founder of FINIS.\u00a0\u201cThe LaneVision app uses the camera from your smartphone, iPad or tablet to capture all the important metrics of your swimming. Originally designed as a state-of-the-art coach\u2019s tool, the user-friendly app also gives swimmers and parents access\u00a0to\u00a0the analytics so they can\u00a0engage in the improvement process alongside their coach.”<\/p>\n