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the importance of biomechanics

the application of biomechanics as it relates to improved sports results

Athletes use biomechanics as a way to improve their form. By improving their form they will better optimize their performance levels that could be the difference between winning the gold and not even making the final. Today video analyses are a must for elite athletes.

It is this way that they can watch themselves and point out even the smallest mistakes and can then work hard to rectify them.

A sprint race can be over in as little as 10 seconds. The athletes’ biomechanical form must be near perfect to perform at the elite level where 1/100 of second makes a huge difference. The process of getting out the blocks as quickly as possible and into a desirable position to promote absolute speed and power has turned into an art form for some sports biomechanics specialists.

There are 6 steps in the principle of achieving biomechanical efficiency out of the starting blocks.

To establish a balanced position in the starting blocks.

To obtain a body position where the center of gravity is as high as is practical and slightly forward of the base of support.

To apply force against the blocks in a line through the ankle, knees and hip joints, the center of the trunk and the head.

To apply this force against the blocks and through the body at an angle of approximately 45 Degrees.

To establish the optimum knee joint angles in both the front and rear leg.

To clear the blocks on balance and with the greatest possible velocity.

Sports biomechanics can help an athlete work out the technical kinks in their armor so that they can take the next development step forward. Biomechanics not only help athletes to perform at maximum performance but can also help athletes avoid injuries and help in the rehabilitation. Technology today has improved in such a way as athletes can see where their deficiencies are and help build that area to stop from being injured. Doctors can see where an athlete is compensating certain muscles in order to protect others. From that they can seek out the problem a lot of the time before the athlete realizes there is a problem.

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