Maryville University Exercise Science program

Sharing from my friend Kathryn at the NSCA.

“Friday findings.....

I came across this video and one point stands out nicely - BIOMECHANICS!

Biomechanics is the scientific basis for all recommendations relative to exercise form and technique and it is the why, of differences in how something is performed.

Too often, individuals focus on specifics that are of no importance, weight plate size, plyometric box height, or other details that at the end of the day, don't determine performance itself but are tools used.

And please note, not everything has been fully explored allowing for the identification of the best biomechanical requirements; research continues.

Take a listen....”

How sprinters use biomechanics to push the limits of the human body The biomechanics of sprinting is one of the most complex things I've learnt about. Every source has their own opinion about how to move the legs, arms and bo...