Applications of Biomechanics in Swimming

Brendan J Burkett

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Applications of Biomechanics in Swimming

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Applications of Biomechanics in Swimming

Brendan J Burkett

Proceedings of the 30th International Conference of Biomechanics in Sports, pp.92-95

International Conference of Biomechanics in Sports (ISBS), 30th (Melbourne, Australia, 02-Jun-2012–06-Jun-2012)

University of Konstanz

2012

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Abstract

Human Movement and Sports Science

swimming

paralympic

inertial sensors

net force

Swimming is one of the most popular forms of physical activity and competitive sports around the globe. The purpose of this study was to further understand how people move through the medium of water. To address this issue three projects were conducted on elite swimmers (FINA rankings >900) and quantified the biomechanics of swimming via inertial sensors, towing force devices, and bilateral swim ergometers combined with 3D kinematics. The previously unknown parameters of quantifying kick rate and kick have been established; the influence of breathing on the net drag identified; and scientific basis for the Paralympic swimming classification process quantified. Applications of these biomechanical measures add to the pool of knowledge on swimming technique and form the foundation for an evidence-based International Paralympic swimming classification system.

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Title: Applications of Biomechanics in Swimming
Authors: Brendan J Burkett (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering
Contributors: Elizabeth J Bradshaw (Editor)
Angus Burnett (Editor)
Patria A Hume (Editor)
Publication details: Proceedings of the 30th International Conference of Biomechanics in Sports, pp.92-95
Conference details: International Conference of Biomechanics in Sports (ISBS), 30th (Melbourne, Australia, 02-Jun-2012–06-Jun-2012)
Publisher: University of Konstanz
Date published: 2012
ISSN: 1999-4168
Organisation Unit: University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; School of Health - Sports & Exercise Science
Language: English
Record Identifier: 99450213002621
Output Type: Conference paper

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