biomechanics in sport
by-oh-meh-KAN-iks in sport
ˌbaɪoʊmɪˈkænɪks ɪn spɔːrtListen
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the application of mechanical principles to the analysis and optimisation of human movement in athletic contexts; sports biomechanists use motion capture, force plates, electromyography, and computer modelling to quantify joint angles, ground reaction forces, muscle activation patterns, and projectile trajectories; findings inform technique coaching, equipment design, and injury prevention; notable applications include the analysis of running gait to reduce overuse injuries, swimming stroke mechanics to reduce drag, and the optimisation of throwing technique in javelin, baseball, and cricket
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