1	EXER 325 APPLIED BIOMECHANICS Instructor: Dr. Brian Bergemann Phone: 893-1352 Email: bergemannb@campbell.edu Office: 217 Natatorium Office Hours: 2-4 pm Monday; 3-5 Wednesday; 8-10 Thursday; or by appt. Website: www.campbell.edu/faculty/bergemann/index.html
2	I. INTRODUCTION TO MECHANICS Mechanical Principles – basic rules that govern an athlete’s actions 1. Laws of physics which affect performance a. gravity – what sports oppose gravity? b. air resistance – what sports are affected by air resistance negatively? What sports use the air resistance to their advantage?
3	"c." c. friction, etc. – what sports movements utilize friction? Equipment? In which sports is friction a drag? d. sports equipment – what improvements have occurred in sports equipment and implements?
4	Technique 1. Pattern and sequence of movement What is good form? 2. Individual sports skills- constant, predictable 3. Team (Multiple) sports skills – varied, unpredictable
5	"4." 4. Objective of skill A. repetition B. consistency C. accuracy D. optimizing performance E. maximizing performance 5. Quality of good performance A. grace B. effortless C. smoothness D. coordination E. efficiency
6	"6." 6. Teaching good technique a. whole – part – whole b. progressions c. demonstrations d. Feedback to athletes from coach i. videotape ii. Feelings e. Trial and Error Methods 1. Copying world class athletes Sometimes there is a problem due to differences in maturity, physique, training, etc
7	Observe, analyze, and correct error in performance You will learn to distinguish between efficient and inefficient movements in athlete’s technique Pick out unproductive movements and guide you in giving precise directions for correcting the errors As an athlete you can analyze your own technique and try optimize your performance
8	Mechanical Principles applied to sports implements Bicycle racing technology Golf equipment Running shoes, pole vault poles, running surfaces
9	Mechanical Principles applied to safety Weight lifting exercises, speed of movement of the weight, spotting Use of spotting techniques for gymnastics Balance, leverage, momentum
10	Innovations in Sports Performance Due to great advances in talent selection, technique, training, and equipment design gives many choices that the coach must select. High Jump Tennis Baseball Football
11	Differences in Body Types and Levels of Maturity During growth and development young athletes may have a tough time maneuvering, changing directions, and coordinating their movements. Certain body builds, including height, weight, leanness, stockiness, leg length, arm span, etc. contribute to certain sports skills.