Chapter 10 Biomechanics

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Chapter 10Biomechanics

• Jeffry Mathis with input from Minerva Duke

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Student Learning Objectives

• Describe what biomechanics encompasses
• Explain what biomechanists do and where they work
• Examine the goals of biomechanics
• Explain how professionals in biomechanics and
  other related fields engage in research and
  analyze movement
• Discover what is known from biomechanics research
  about physical activity and bone strength

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Biomechanics

• The study of the

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And then?

• Structure
• Function

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And Then?

• So what does a biomechanist doother than take a
  lot of math?

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Research Methods

• Step 1 Identify your problem
• Step 2 State performance goals
• Step 3 Consider influencing factors
• Step 4 Understand motions and mechanics
• Step 5 Determine relevant biomechanical
  principles and movement techniques

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Step 1

• Identify your problem

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Step 2

• State performance goals

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Step 3

• Consider influencing factors

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Step 4

• Understand Motions and mechanics

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Step 5

• Determine relevant biomechanical principles and
  movement techniques

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Research Methods

• Step 6 - Observe or Measure
• Step 7 Assessment, Evaluation, and
  Interpretation

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The Research

• Smith Squat

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The Research

• Leg extension

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The Research
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The Research