The workshop was attended by SAI coaches from key combat sports disciplines including Boxing, Wrestling and Judo, and aims to strengthen the integration of sports science into daily coaching practices.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Designed as an immersive and hands-on programme, the workshop focuses on applying scientific principles to training methodologies, with special emphasis on strength and conditioning models specific to combat sports.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The coaches are being trained in functional strength training, plyometrics, periodised resistance training programmes, and core principles of exercise physiology relevant to elite performance.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cHonourable Union Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya and Secretary (Sports) have consistently emphasised the need to encourage coaches in sports science so these principles are applied in day-to-day training,\u201d said Dr. Bibhu Kalyan Nayak, director-cum-head, sports science division, SAI.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cSuch focused engagements with coaches, supported by sports scientists, will positively contribute to India\u2019s medal prospects. Our vision is athlete-centric, coach-led, and backed by sports science,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The workshop also addressed prevention and management of common combat-sport injuries, particularly shoulder-related conditions, through evidence-based warm-up protocols, strength and stability training, and scientific load-management strategies.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Dedicated modules on sports nutrition, recovery science, anti-doping awareness and applied sports psychology further reinforce a holistic approach aimed at long-term athlete performance and career longevity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The inaugural session was addressed by Prof. Deepak Joshi, director, Sports Injury Centre (SIC), Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Prof. Joshi emphasised that coordinated integration of sports science, sports medicine, and injury management can fundamentally alter an athlete\u2019s career trajectory.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThis collaboration will be a boon for India\u2019s sports ecosystem. Athletes referred by SAI will receive priority treatment, continuous clinical management, and a seamless pathway back to training and competition,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Prof. Joshi emphasised that coordinated integration of sports science, sports medicine, and injury management can fundamentally alter an athlete\u2019s career trajectory.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Under the proposed framework, SIC will handle advanced sports medicine and surgical interventions, while SAI will manage applied sports science rehabilitation and return-to-play protocols, ensuring priority care and safe return to competition for Indian athletes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n