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Sports Biomechanics

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A sprinter's ground reaction force during a 100m dash can exceed three times their body weight, and optimizing the angle of force application can shave precious milliseconds off their time.

Why this is interesting

Why do some athletes jump higher, throw farther, or run faster with less effort? The answer lies in the hidden mechanics of their movements—a field called sports biomechanics.