In this project, biomechanical analyses are carried out in various sports. The focus of SenTIF has been on analysing ski jumping technique and cross-country skiing technique over several years (with relevance also for biathlon and Nordic combined), where laboratory measurements of both power and movement are analysed for ski jumpers and cross-country skiers. The emphasis is on understanding the connection between technique and performance. This data is used in discussions about the development of athletes, together with national team coaches, and contributes to a database for use in research on short-term performance development, and long-term trends within the sports. In these sports, we also shift our focus to measurements in the field; with combined use of video and portable sensors. We are currently investigating biomechanical solutions in other sports, such as in sprint and shooting (in biathlon), and for the first time, in rowing with the best rowers in Norway, which is a collaborative project with the national team and Olympiatoppen. Two master's theses related to this will be completed in 2020. We have also conducted a limited investigation into the possibilities of contributing to other sports in the future, such as martial arts sports, following input from the reference group.

Since there is limited focus and resources for research in team sports, we have focused solely on technique. Biomechanical analyses of throwing and movement technique and testing of basic strength capacity in female handball players have been conducted and finalized. The aim of the project is to understand the connection between basic strength capacity and isolated sports-specific performance goals. The project is carried out in close dialogue with coaches and support staff at the national and elite level, as well as professionals at Olympiatoppen. We have also had a limited contribution to training and match analysis in soccer in cooperation with Rosenborg Ballklubb (RBK). This project is led by Professor Gertjan Ettema. Ettema, researcher David McGhie, and Professor Øyvind Sandbakk, supervise 1 PhD student (Ola Elfmark) and 3 master students with a focus on this project in 2019/20. In addition, Post doctor Knut Skovereng and Associate Professor Espen Ihlen, as well as researcher Steinar Braaten at OLT/SenTIF have contributed to the project. There has been good dialogue with the head of ski jumping at Olympiatoppen, as well as the head of technique/motor skills.