Biomechanics
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It is known in Biomechanics that stability increases the lower the position of the centre of gravity the larger base of support the closer line of gravity to the centre of the base of support and finally the greater the mass. A. Usher yourself into a 3 point stance, with as low a centre of gravity as you can manage. Ensure your back is as flat as possible B. stand with knees bent deeply, hands on your knees C. stand straight with knees shoulder width apart D. stand on one foot, arms extended outward E. stand on one foot, the other foot extended forward with a straight knee From the postures above: 1. Which position is the most stable? Explain why this might be. 2. Which position is the least stable? Explain why this might be. 3. Draw a diagram/sketch to illustrate the positions in “A” “B” “C” “D” and “E”, in each case indicating the position of the center of mass. 4. What conclusion can you draw with respect to (i) base of support and stability, (ii) positon of centre of gravity and stability?
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