BIOMECHANICS 7 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the centre of mass?
A
The point at which a body is balanced in all directions. The point from which weight appears to act.
2
Q
What is the percentage along the mid line of the athlete where most COM is?
A
55%
3
Q
A person’s COM _________ have to be inside of their ____.
A
Doesn’t
Body
4
Q
What are the FOUR factors effecting Stability?
A
MASS OF BODY
The greater the mass - more stable
HEIGHT OF COM
Higher the COM - more unstable
BASE OF SUPPORT
Wider the base - more stable
LINE OF GRAVITY
COM in line of gravity - more stable
