The Future of Sports Tech in India with Olympian Shikha Tandon #232

Welcome back to another episode of the Sports Tech Allstars
Podcast! With continued focus on the Indian ecosystem in build up
to the Indian Sports Biz & Tech Report, we present: Shikha
Tandon, Chief Resilience and Partnerships Officer at svexa.





In this episode, we discuss Shikha's journey from being an elite
athlete to working in the sports tech industry, the role of
technology in enhancing athletic performance, and the current
state of the Indian sports tech ecosystem. Shikha shares insights
on the challenges faced in adopting technology in sports, the
importance of youth development in preparation for the 2036
Olympics, and her personal aspirations to contribute to India's
sports landscape.





Takeaways


- Shikha Tandon is a former Olympian and an Arjuna Awardee.


- Svexa focuses on human performance through technology and
analytics.


- The transition from athlete to tech innovator can be smooth
with the right academic background.


- Technology is revolutionizing athletic performance and training
methods.


- The Indian sports tech market is at a unique inflection point,
especially with the 2036 Olympics bid.


- Adoption of technology in sports faces challenges such as
resistance from coaches and lack of infrastructure.


- Youth development is crucial for India's future success in
sports.


- Collaboration among stakeholders is essential for driving
innovation in sports tech.


- Sports can play a significant role in promoting health and
wellness in society.


- Personal experiences and insights from athletes can greatly
enhance the sports tech ecosystem.





To learn more, visit: svexa.com





Get in touch with Shikha Tandon at:
www.linkedin.com/in/shikha-tandon-oly-1246ab31/





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Chapters


00:00 Introduction


03:03 Understanding Svexa


05:54 Transitioning from Athlete to Tech Innovator


08:54 Impact of Technology on Athletic Performance


14:01 Current State of Indian Sports Tech


19:55 Challenges in Developing a Sports Culture in India


22:37 Future Trends in Sports Technology Adoption


27:03 Looking Ahead: Goals for 2025


29:03 Favorite Sporting Moment