Launching the Fundamentals of Load Monitoring Course
- Jo Clubb
- Mar 26
- 4 min read
Updated: 5 days ago
Unlock the Essentials of Load Monitoring in Sports Science: Join Our Course!
I am delighted to share more details of my new online course, in collaboration with Sport Horizon, The Fundamentals of Load Monitoring. Athlete load monitoring has never been more important. As sports scientists and strength and conditioning coaches navigate the growing demands on athletes, transforming load monitoring into load management is crucial. That’s why I’ve collaborated with Sport Horizon to create this unique course. It covers not only theory and research but also the practical application of data analysis and visualisation using Power BI.
Why Load Monitoring Matters
We see headlines everywhere about the increasing workloads faced by athletes. With greater physical demands, load monitoring plays a vital role in optimizing performance while minimizing injury risk. Beyond the physiological implications, there are significant financial costs associated with player injuries. Professional sports teams lose hundreds of millions due to athlete unavailability each year. With load monitoring, we set out to promote performance and manage injury risk.
However, simply collecting data is not enough. The challenge lies in transforming data into meaningful insights that support decision-making. Our course follows my principles of starting with why and ending with so what. This ensures that every module transitions from underlying theory to practical application.
The Athlete Load Monitoring Cycle
At the heart of this course is a holistic dose-response approach. We don’t just measure training load; we also track how athletes respond. Understanding whether an athlete adapts positively to training or shows signs of fatigue or overtraining is essential.
Some key questions we address include:
How much load has an athlete accumulated compared to their normal levels?
Has an athlete achieved enough high-speed running exposure?
How is each athlete responding to their training load?
This framework allows practitioners to move beyond raw numbers. We generate insights that significantly influence training decisions.
What You’ll Learn in This Course
Our structured, self-paced nine-module course guides you through:
Introduction to Training Theory – Understand the principles behind load monitoring.
Measuring Training Load – Explore both internal and external load metrics.
Measuring Athlete Response – Track both objective and subjective responses.
Building Reports in Power BI – Step-by-step guidance on creating effective dashboards.
Data Communication – Learn to effectively share insights with coaches and athletes.
Each module features a dedicated Power BI report. We guide you in building real-world dashboards that practitioners can utilize immediately. From RPE analysis to speed exposure and wellness reports, every lesson equips you with tools to enhance your workflow and decision-making. For more on these reports, check out the video above where Ciaran Deely from Sport Horizon and I share further insights.
Hands-On Experience with Power BI
This course provides hands-on experience with Power BI, allowing you to apply what you learn directly. You won’t just memorize concepts; you will implement them in practical scenarios that mirror real-world challenges faced by sports professionals.
Why Power BI?
Power BI has become critical for sports scientists due to its ability to automate data workflows, filter large datasets efficiently, and create insightful visualisations. Unlike Excel, which has limitations in data handling and interactivity, Power BI enables practitioners to build dynamic dashboards. This facilitates clear and effective communication with coaching staff and multidisciplinary teams.
I admire the team at Sport Horizon for developing bespoke sports science courses for Power BI and Tableau. I've previously shared information on their other courses, including Power BI for Sports Scientist and Power BI for Strength and Conditioning Coaches.
With this new course, you don’t need prior knowledge of Power BI. We take you through the fundamentals—connecting data sources and setting up reports—to advanced functionalities such as:
Using DAX formulas to create custom calculations.
Building robust data models to ensure efficient analysis.
Creating interactive dashboards to enhance data exploration.
Bringing It All Together
The final module of this course highlights communication and data dissemination. We teach you not just to create reports but how to apply them in real-world settings. Whether it’s monitoring acute and chronic workloads, tracking high-speed running exposure, or assessing player wellness, our aim is to empower practitioners with skills to turn data into actionable strategies.
This course is more than a technical tutorial; it offers a comprehensive learning experience that blends sports science principles with practical data analysis. By the end, you’ll have the confidence to implement a robust load monitoring system tailored to your team’s needs.
A Strategic Approach to Athlete Monitoring
Athlete monitoring requires a strategic approach. The knowledge gained from this course will help you develop and implement effective monitoring strategies. You’ll learn to analyze data critically and communicate findings effectively with others. Whether you work with a team or independently, these skills will enhance your contributions to athlete performance.
Sign Up Today!
This course bridges the gap between sports science theory and real-world application. If you're looking to enhance your skills in athlete monitoring and data visualisation, The Fundamentals of Load Monitoring is the perfect next step in your professional development.
The course is now launched and available for £399. Global Performance Insights subscribers can get 20% discount - subscribe at the top or bottom of the page for your discount code!
We can provide a 3-month payment instalment plan. In addition, we offer course bundles at a discounted rate. Email Ciaran at info@sporthorizon.co.uk for to discuss these options.
To find out more about the course and sign up, visit:
FAQs
Who is this course for?
This course targets sports scientists, strength and conditioning coaches, and performance analysts eager to enhance their understanding of load monitoring and data visualisation.
Do I need prior experience with Power BI?
No, the course guides you from beginner to advanced levels in Power BI with step-by-step tutorials. If however, you would like more detailed Power BI skills, we offer discounted course bundles to combine other Sport Horizon courses with the Fundamentals of Load Monitoring. Email Ciaran at info@sporthorizon.co.uk for to discuss these options.
What are the key takeaways from this course?
You'll learn both theoretical and practical aspects of load monitoring, develop data visualisation skills, and gain confidence in communicating insights to coaching staff and athletes.
Can I apply these skills to other data analysis tools?
Yes, while the course focuses on Power BI, many principles—such as structuring data models and building dashboards—are transferable to other tools like Tableau.
Where can I sign up?
Sign up here to get started on the Fundamentals of Load Monitoring course today! Remember Global Performance Insights subscribers receive a 20% discount code for the course.
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