Race Walking: The Science and Strategy

Race Walking: The Science and Strategy

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Physical Ed

7th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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The video explores the unique Olympic sport of race walking, highlighting its origins, rules, and techniques. It delves into the scientific study of race walking biomechanics and the strict regulations that distinguish it from running. The video also discusses the strategies athletes use to maximize efficiency within these rules, making race walking both challenging and exciting to watch. The sport's unpredictability, due to potential disqualifications, adds to its appeal, offering insights into human movement and the broader implications of sports rules.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the Olympic creed mentioned in the context of race walking?

Winning at all costs

The importance of fighting well

Breaking records

The significance of speed

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How far do men walk in the longest Olympic race walking event?

20 kilometers

31 miles

50 kilometers

12.4 miles

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main subject of the scientific papers mentioned in the video?

The history of the Olympics

The biomechanics of race walking

The diet of athletes

The psychology of competition

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the key rule 230.2 in race walking?

Walkers must complete the race in a set time

Walkers must wear specific shoes

Walkers cannot have any visible loss of contact with the ground

Walkers must maintain a specific speed

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the 'flight time' in race walking?

It measures the time taken to complete the race

It refers to the time a walker is airborne

It is the time between two steps

It is the time taken to start the race

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of rotating the pelvis in race walking?

To reduce fatigue

To increase speed

To maintain balance

To achieve longer steps

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the effect of dropping the hips lower in race walking?

It decreases fatigue

It enhances balance

It reduces bouncing motion

It increases speed

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