High-precision athlete performance analytics: Lympik and u-blox dial in for % gains

Summary

Lympik has launched a globally available performance analysis platform combining synchronized video with high-precision positioning data. Utilizing u-blox positioning solutions Lympik is able to provide bespoke and scalable accuracy, from meter-level to centimeter-level, enabling athletes across sports to unlock critical marginal gains through data-driven insights. 

Challenges

Challenge 1: Capturing precise movement in high-speed, dynamic sports Sports such as alpine skiing, rowing, and motocross require tracking at high speeds and across complex terrain, where small positional differences directly impact performance. Traditional systems lack the accuracy and robustness required to capture these nuances reliably.  Challenge 2: Bridging the gap between data and real-world technique  Coaches need to correlate performance metrics with actual movement. Without synchronized video and positioning data, translating raw numbers into actionable insights remains difficult.  Challenge 3: Scaling performance analytics beyond elite sport Historically, this level of insight has been limited to elite environments such as motorsport. Making high-precision analytics accessible across multiple sports and skill levels requires flexible positioning solutions with varying accuracy levels.

How it works 

Lympik integrates wearable sensors, cloud analytics, and synchronized video into a unified platform, with positioning powered by u-blox GNSS technologies. 

Lympik leverages two complementary positioning approaches: 

• Standard precision GNSS (u-blox F10 platform) 
  Provides robust, meter-level positioning using dual-band GNSS (L1/L5), improving accuracy and resistance to signal interference, ideal for applications where scalability and power efficiency are key.
• High-precision GNSS (u-blox F9P with PointPerfect Flex) 
  Enables centimeter-level accuracy using RTK (Real-Time Kinematic) technology and the PointPerfect Flex correction service, delivering precise positioning even in demanding environments. 

With both standard precision GNSS modules and RTK-capable modules combined with PointPerfect for higher precision, Lympik can tailor its solution depending on the sport and use case, from skiing and biathlon to rowing and motocross. 

All positioning data is synchronized frame-by-frame with video, allowing coaches to directly connect movement with measurable performance outputs. 

Outcomes 

Outcome 1: Formula One-level insight across sports  By combining high-resolution positioning with video, Lympik delivers detailed metrics such as acceleration, movement efficiency, and positional accuracy, bringing motorsport-grade analytics to mainstream sport.  Outcome 2: Measurable performance gains through micro-adjustments  Coaches can identify and refine even the smallest technical changes, turning marginal gains into competitive advantages.  Michael Gufler, Head of Technology at the Austrian Ski Federation, explains:  “Lympik has given us the ability to precisely analyze athlete performance at a detail level never before possible… turning small adjustments into meaningful performance gains.”  Outcome 3: Flexible accuracy for diverse sports applications  With both meter-level and centimeter-level positioning options, Lympik adapts to different sports requirements, balancing precision, cost, and scalability across use cases.

As things stand today 

Lympik has successfully expanded from its origins in alpine skiing into a globally available platform supporting multiple sports. Its integration of u-blox GNSS technologies enables reliable, high-precision tracking across diverse environments, making advanced analytics accessible beyond elite athletes. 

What’s on the horizon 

Lympik is continuing to expand into additional sports disciplines beyond skiing, further leveraging its flexible positioning architecture. By combining standard precision GNSS and RTK-enabled high-precision solutions, the platform is well positioned to scale globally and support an even broader range of performance analysis applications.