A Level PE Biomechanics Long Questions

Identify the three main axis of rotation and give a sporting example of each

What is meant by the term centre of mass and how does this explain why the Fosbury Flop is the preferred technique in high jump?

Using Newtons Laws of motion, explain how, during take-off, a high jumper is able to maximise the height they can achieve

Using newton`s laws of motion explain how a sprinter is able to maximise performance during a sprint start.

Draw a free body diagram to show all the forces acting on a sprinter accelerating at the start of the race

Explain the use of force plates as technology to optimise performance in a range of sports

Explain the factors that affect the moment of inertia on a performer.

A gymnast performs a somersault rotating through 6 radians in 0.5 seconds. Identify the axis of rotation through which the gymnast turns and calculate the average angular velocity of the somersault.

Using the term moment of inertia..

Explain why a runner has a flexed knee during the recovery phase of the stride action.

Explain how the bernoullis principle can be applied to the flight path of a javellin