GPS

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GPS is a satellite navigation system that allows the exact position of a receiver on Earth to be determined with high precision using satellite signals. GPS is composed of a network of satellites orbiting the earth and a series of receivers that are used in portable devices such as smartphones, sports watches and car navigation devices. These receivers receive signals from multiple satellites and use the information contained in those signals to calculate their exact position on the Earth's surface. In sports, GPS is used to track location and provide route-tracking data in activities such as cycling, running and hiking.

GPS is used to track location and provide route-tracking data in activities such as cycling, running and hiking.

GPS can provide a wide variety of training functions that are very useful for athletes to improve their performance. Sports GPS calculates distance travelled and current speed during activities such as running or cycling. GPS also estimates calories burned during an activity based on distance, speed, altitude and heart rate. Some GPS models have heart rate sensors on the wrist or via a chest monitor, allowing athletes to monitor their heart rate and adjust training intensity. The data collected during activities can be synchronised with mobile apps or online tracking programmes for more detailed analysis of performance and progress.

GPS devices use a variety of technologies to provide accurate tracking and a wide range of sport-specific features. In addition to being connected to the Global Positioning System, some GPS devices are compatible with the European Union's Galileo satellite system, which adds more satellites to the global constellation and improves positioning accuracy and reliability. Bluetooth and ANT+ technologies enable wireless connectivity with other devices such as smartphones, external sensors and heart rate monitors. They make it easy to transfer data and connect to online services.

They also allow you to connect to other devices such as smartphones, external sensors and heart rate monitors.

There are several industry-recognised brands that manufacture high quality GPS. Garmin is widely recognised for its GPS and activity tracking devices designed specifically for athletes. Their devices are generally very accurate in terms of location and activity tracking. Sigma is a German brand specialising in manufacturing devices for cycling and sports activity tracking. Sigma's sports GPS devices are typically geared towards cycling and offer features such as speed, distance, altitude and heart rate measurement.