Practice Biomechanics (1.2.1) - Sports & Movement Analysis - IB 10 Physical and Health Education (PHE)

Practice: Biomechanics

Lesson 1.2.1Sports & Movement Analysis

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Question 1.
Define biomechanics in one sentence.
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Think of it as the science of movement.
Question 2.
What is the formula for momentum?
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Consider how weight affects movement speed.
3Question 3.
What does the term 'momentum' refer to in sports?
- The force of gravity acting on a player
- The mass multiplied by velocity
- The distance covered by a player
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Think of how fast and heavy something needs to be to move quickly.
4Question 4.
True or False: Newton's First Law states that an object in motion will stay in motion unless acted upon by an equal force.
- True
- False
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Remember the importance of external forces.
Question 5.
You are analyzing a basketball player's jump shot. Describe how biomechanics influences their technique and the potential impact of errors in their jump on their shot success.
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Consider the phases of the jump and the body’s alignment.
Question 6.
Discuss the differences in biomechanical principles between sprinting on a flat track and running uphill. How would you adjust training for each?
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Think about the forces acting on the body in different scenarios.

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