In our laboratory, we focus on: (1) elucidating the integrated regulatory system of oxygen supply and consumption in muscles during exercise, (2) understanding the characteristics of sports performance as well as developing methods for its evaluation and improvement, and (3) developing technologies that enable sports and exercise to be performed more comfortably and at higher levels.

1. Biometric Information Measurement Systems: Exhaled gas measurement device, near-infrared spectroscopy device, electromyography testing system, heart rate, electrocardiogram, blood pressure, and vascular pulse wave measurement devices, ultrasound imaging diagnostic system, and blood lactate measurement device.
2. Exercise Performance Measurement Devices: Bicycle ergometers (for general and competitive use), treadmill, ski ergometer, knee extension strength measurement device, photoelectric timing system, smart sensors for reaction, agility, and motor cognition assessment, and whole-body/selective reaction time measurement system.
3. Various Biometric Measurement Instruments: Hardware control interface (LabVIEW), near-infrared laser (785 nm), and avalanche photodiode.

1. Measurement and evaluation of various physiological data during exercise
2. Performance measurement, analysis, and evaluation in competitive sports
3. Planning, effect measurement, and evaluation of exercise training
4. Development and evaluation of products related to exercise and sports

1. Development and evaluation of services and products supporting health maintenance and promotion through exercise
2. Development and evaluation of services and products aimed at enhancing sports performance
3. Evaluation and analysis of sports performance
4. Development and evaluation of services and products supporting safe sports and exercise activities

In recent years, the collection and utilization of a wide range of data—including biological information—has become increasingly common in both competitive sports and exercise undertaken for health promotion. However, to effectively leverage these data, it is essential to accurately understand human physiological functions during physical activity, as well as the unique movement characteristics inherent to each specific sport. In our laboratory, we conduct fundamental research on exercise-related physiological functions and investigate the distinctive attributes of various sports disciplines. Through these efforts, we strive to develop technologies that facilitate comfortable and highly advanced levels of sports performance.