Practice Centre Of Mass Dynamics (4.4.2) - The Techniques 3

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Question 1.
What is the centre of mass?
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Think about balance.
Question 2.
Why is a low COM important in sports?
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Recall how athletes position themselves defensively.
3Question 3.
What does a lower COM help an athlete achieve?
- Faster speed
- Increased stability
- Higher jumps
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Think about defensive stances.
4Question 4.
True or False: A high COM is beneficial for balance.
- True
- False
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Consider the roles of stability in various actions.
Question 5.
You have two athletes, one with a low COM and another with a high COM. Both try to maintain balance while being pushed in opposite directions. Who will likely maintain balance better and why?
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Think about why balance is easier with a lower stance.
Question 6.
Design a training drill that helps athletes practice varying their COM during defense and offense. Describe the drill's key components.
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Consider drills that simulate game situations.

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