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# Record & Annotate Video Feedback for Athletes

> Use CoachIQ's Video Analysis tool to record personalized feedback, annotate technique, and deliver professional video breakdowns to your athletes.

Video Analysis lets you create professional coaching videos with annotations, voiceover commentary, and visual markup. Record yourself breaking down an athlete's performance, highlight key moments with drawing tools, and deliver personalized feedback that helps athletes improve faster.

<Info>
  **Where to find Video Analysis**: Content → [Media Hub](/content/media-overview) → Click on any video → **Create Video**
</Info>

## What you can do with Video Analysis

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Record commentary" icon="microphone">
    Add your voice explaining technique, pointing out areas for improvement, or praising good form.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Draw on video" icon="pen">
    Annotate directly on the video to highlight body position, movement paths, or key moments.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Add face-to-face" icon="camera">
    Include your webcam as a picture-in-picture overlay for personal connection.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Build multi-slide breakdowns" icon="layer-group">
    Create structured analysis with multiple slides covering different aspects.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

***

## Getting started with Video Analysis

### How to create a video analysis

<Steps>
  <Step title="Select a video from Media Hub">
    Go to **Content → Media Hub** and find the video you want to analyze. Click on it to open the expanded view.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click Create Video">
    In the action menu, click **Create Video**. This launches the Video Analysis tool with your selected video loaded.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure your recording settings">
    Before recording, set up your camera and microphone:

    * Select your **camera source** from available devices
    * Select your **microphone source** from available devices
    * Choose your **video resolution** (1080p, 720p, 480p, or 240p)
    * Set your **camera overlay** style (off, circle, or square)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Record your analysis">
    Click the record button to start. As the video plays, speak your commentary and use drawing tools to annotate key moments.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save and export">
    When finished, save your project. Export the final video to add it to your Media Hub for sharing with athletes.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>
  **Test before you record**: Preview your camera and microphone before starting to ensure audio and video quality are good.
</Tip>

***

## Recording controls

### Basic playback

| Control                | Function                                         |
| ---------------------- | ------------------------------------------------ |
| **Play/Pause**         | Start or stop video playback                     |
| **Timeline scrubbing** | Click and drag to jump to specific moments       |
| **Volume**             | Adjust audio levels                              |
| **Quality**            | Change video resolution based on your connection |

### Recording options

| Setting            | Options                 | Best for                                              |
| ------------------ | ----------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------- |
| **Resolution**     | 1080p, 720p, 480p, 240p | 720p balances quality and file size for web delivery  |
| **Camera overlay** | Off, Circle, Square     | Circle or square adds picture-in-picture of your face |
| **Camera source**  | Your connected cameras  | Select your preferred webcam                          |
| **Microphone**     | Your connected mics     | Select your best audio input                          |

***

## Keyboard shortcuts

Speed up your workflow with these keyboard shortcuts:

| Key   | Function                    |
| ----- | --------------------------- |
| **F** | Add annotation/drawing      |
| **A** | Toggle slow-motion playback |
| **T** | Add text overlay            |
| **W** | Previous slide              |
| **S** | Next slide                  |

<Note>
  **Slow motion (A key)** is perfect for breaking down fast movements—use it to analyze technique frame by frame.
</Note>

***

## Annotation and markup tools

### Adding annotations

Annotations help athletes see exactly what you're talking about. To add an annotation:

1. Press **F** or click the annotation tool
2. Click anywhere on the video to place your annotation point
3. Type your commentary or note
4. Press **Enter** to save

### Drawing on video

Use drawing tools to highlight:

* Body positioning and alignment
* Movement paths and trajectories
* Areas that need correction
* Proper technique demonstrations

<Tip>
  **Create a consistent system**: Use the same colors or symbols for similar feedback types. For example, green for "good" and red for "needs work" helps athletes quickly understand your markup.
</Tip>

### Text overlays

Press **T** to add text overlays for:

* Play descriptions
* Technical instructions
* Key teaching points
* Section titles

***

## Camera overlay (picture-in-picture)

The camera overlay puts your face on screen while the analysis video plays—perfect for building connection with remote athletes.

### Overlay options

| Style      | Appearance         | When to use                                           |
| ---------- | ------------------ | ----------------------------------------------------- |
| **Off**    | No camera visible  | When you want athletes to focus entirely on the video |
| **Circle** | Round camera frame | Clean, modern look for coaching commentary            |
| **Square** | Rectangular frame  | Traditional picture-in-picture style                  |

### Face-to-face feedback benefits

* **Personal connection**: Athletes see you, not just hear you
* **Non-verbal cues**: Your expressions add context to feedback
* **Remote coaching**: Replicates in-person review sessions
* **Trust building**: More engaging than voiceover alone

***

## Working with slides

Video Analysis supports multi-slide projects, letting you break down different aspects of performance in separate segments.

### Managing slides

* **Add slide**: Create a new slide for a different video clip or section
* **Remove slide**: Delete slides you no longer need
* **Reorder slides**: Drag slides to change their sequence
* **Navigate**: Use **W** (previous) and **S** (next) to move between slides

### When to use multiple slides

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Before/after comparison">
    Slide 1: Athlete's current technique with annotations showing issues.
    Slide 2: Example of correct technique for comparison.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Segmented feedback">
    Slide 1: Approach and setup analysis.
    Slide 2: Execution breakdown.
    Slide 3: Follow-through review.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Multiple athletes">
    Create separate slides for each athlete in a group session, then export as one comprehensive video.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Progress tracking">
    Slide 1: Footage from last month.
    Slide 2: Current footage showing improvement.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

***

## Saving and exporting

### Save your project

Save your video analysis project at any time to return and continue editing later. Projects are saved in your account and can be reopened.

<Warning>
  **Save frequently**: If you close the browser without saving, you'll lose your work. Save after completing each major section.
</Warning>

### Export your video

When your analysis is complete:

1. Click **Export** to render the final video
2. Wait for processing to complete
3. The exported video is added to your **Media Hub**
4. From Media Hub, you can add it to [lessons](/content/lesson-overview), [programs](/content/programs-overview), or share directly

### Export resolution

Choose your export resolution based on how athletes will view it:

| Resolution | Best for                                    |
| ---------- | ------------------------------------------- |
| **1080p**  | High-quality desktop viewing, presentations |
| **720p**   | Web delivery, mobile viewing (recommended)  |
| **480p**   | Slower connections, smaller file sizes      |
| **240p**   | Very slow connections, quick previews       |

***

## Use cases for Video Analysis

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Remote form checks">
    Athletes submit videos of themselves performing movements. You record analysis with annotations showing corrections, then share back through a [program](/content/programs-overview) or direct message.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Game film breakdown">
    Upload game footage and create detailed breakdowns of plays, positioning, and decision-making. Use multiple slides for different situations.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Technique tutorials">
    Record yourself demonstrating proper technique with voiceover explanation. Use slow motion to highlight key movements.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Progress reviews">
    Compare athlete footage from different time periods. Show them how far they've come and what to focus on next.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Team presentations">
    Create comprehensive video breakdowns for team meetings. Use slides to organize different plays or concepts.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

***

## Tips for effective video analysis

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Keep it focused" icon="bullseye">
    Limit each analysis to 2-3 key points. Too much feedback overwhelms athletes.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Be specific" icon="crosshairs">
    Instead of "fix your form," say "bend your knees 10 degrees more at this point."
  </Card>

  <Card title="Balance critique with praise" icon="scale-balanced">
    Point out what's working well, not just what needs improvement.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Use visual cues" icon="draw-polygon">
    Draw lines, circles, and arrows—visual markup is clearer than verbal description alone.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

### Quality checklist

Before exporting, verify:

* [ ] Audio is clear and at consistent volume
* [ ] Camera overlay (if used) doesn't cover important video content
* [ ] Annotations are readable and positioned well
* [ ] Slides are in logical order
* [ ] Key points are clearly communicated

***

## Troubleshooting

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Camera or microphone not working">
    Check browser permissions. Your browser needs permission to access your camera and microphone. Look for a camera icon in your browser's address bar and ensure access is allowed.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Video not loading in the editor">
    Refresh the page and try again. If the issue persists, check your internet connection or try a different browser.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Export is taking too long">
    Longer videos and higher resolutions take more time to process. For faster exports, try 720p instead of 1080p.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Camera overlay not appearing">
    Verify your camera is connected and selected in the settings. Try toggling the overlay option off and back on.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Audio out of sync">
    This can happen with slower computers. Try closing other applications to free up processing power, or export at a lower resolution.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

***

## Frequently asked questions

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Can athletes submit videos for me to analyze?">
    Yes! Use the **Upload element** in lessons to have athletes submit their videos. Their uploads appear in your Program Stats, and you can download them to analyze in Video Analysis.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Where do exported videos go?">
    Exported videos are saved to your **Media Hub**. From there, you can add them to lessons, programs, or share directly with athletes.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I edit a video analysis after exporting?">
    You can re-open saved projects and make changes. However, once exported, the final video file cannot be edited—you'd need to re-export a new version.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What video formats can I analyze?">
    Video Analysis works with common video formats (MP4, MOV, etc.) that are already in your Media Hub. Upload videos to Media Hub first, then open them in Video Analysis.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Is there a time limit on video analyses?">
    There's no strict limit, but very long videos may take longer to process and export. For best results, keep individual analysis videos under 10-15 minutes.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I use Video Analysis on mobile?">
    Video Analysis is designed for desktop browsers where you have access to camera, microphone, and drawing tools. For best results, use a computer.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

***

## Next steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Upload Media" icon="cloud-arrow-up" href="/content/media-overview">
    Add athlete videos to your Media Hub so you can analyze them.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Build a Program" icon="rectangle-history" href="/content/programs-overview">
    Package your video analyses into programs athletes can access.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Related articles

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Content Overview" icon="video" href="/content/content-overview">
    Understand how Media Hub, Lessons, and Programs work together.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Your Athlete Portal" icon="mobile" href="/athlete-portal/understanding-your-athlete-portal">
    Configure the app where athletes access your video analyses and content.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Content in the Athlete Portal" icon="mobile" href="/athlete-portal/content">
    Manage which programs and video content athletes see in the app.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Sharing & Selling Programs" icon="credit-card" href="/content/sharing-programs">
    Monetize programs that include your video analysis content.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>